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肇庆市2024—2025学年第一学期高二年级期末统一考试 英语 本试题共10页，考试时间120分钟，满分120分 注意事项： 1.答题前，考生先将自己的信息填写清楚、准确，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码粘贴处。 2.请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效。 3.答题时请按要求用笔，保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不得使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。考试结束后，请将本试题及答题卡交回。 第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Begin an unforgettable educational adventure in the Golden Gate National Park! Our program offers students a unique learning experience. With our Ladder of Learning approach, we guide students to their career paths and beyond. ·Crissy Field Center At the Crissy Field Center, students begin a journey of multicultural environmental education. Here, students will join members from different countries and learn about the environment through hands-on activities and open discussions. It is a place where cultural understanding and environmental awareness grow, creating a rich learning environment. ·Youth Leadership Middle and high school students can take part in our youth leadership activity. Here, they develop leadership abilities while learning about environmental protection. These programs provide a platform for students to grow as leaders and make a positive impact on the environment. ·Project WISE This event provides students with real-world science adventures. They work with park educators through different events based on their class needs. Events Aims and requirements Water Quality Exploration Students closely study Lobos Creek in the Presidio to understand water quality. Wetlands Case Study It serves as a case study for wetlands, allowing students to learn about important ecosystems. Air Quality Investigation By comparing pollution levels, students investigate air quality and present their findings, enhancing scientific knowledge and communication skills. ·Resources for Educators We also offer resources for educators to expand their minds. These include teaching materials and field trip guides, making it easier for educators to bring the unique learning experiences of the Golden Gate National Park into their classrooms. Absorb yourself in history, culture, and nature. Become an environmental change-maker and unlock your potential in the Golden Gate National Park! 1. Which of the following focuses on developing students’ leadership? A. Ladder of Learning. B. Crissy Field Center. C. Youth Leadership. D. Project WISE. 2. What can teachers get from this program? A. Communication skills. B. Useful teaching materials. C. Environmental awareness. D. Real-world science adventures. 3. Where is this text probably taken from? A. A textbook. B. An exam paper. C. A fashion magazine. D. A program advertisement. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文，向读者介绍了 Golden Gate National Park 的教育项目， 旨在通过多种活动培养学生的环境意识和领导能力。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Youth Leadership部分“Middle and high school students can take part in our youth leadership activity. Here, they develop leadership abilities while learning about environmental protection. (初高中学生可以参加我们的青年领导活动。在这里，他们在学习环保知识的同时培养了领导能力.)”可知，专注于培养领导能力的是Youth Leadership。故选C。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Resources for Educators部分“We also offer resources for educators to expand their minds. These include teaching materials and field trip guides, making it easier for educators to bring the unique learning experiences of the Golden Gate National Park into their classrooms. (我们也为教育工作者提供资源来拓展他们的思维。这些包括教学材料和实地考察指南，使教育工作者更容易将金门国家公园独特的学习经验带入课堂.)”可知，教师可以从这次活动中获得有用的教学材料，故选B。 【3题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Begin an unforgettable educational adventure in the Golden Gate National Park! Our program offers students a unique learning experience. With our Ladder of Learning approach, we guide students to their career paths and beyond. (在金门国家公园开始一次难忘的教育冒险吧！我们的课程为学生提供独特的学习体验。通过我们的阶梯学习方法，我们指导学生走向他们的职业道路和未来。)”以及文章的整体内容是对Golden Gate National Park教育项目的介绍，旨在吸引学生和教育者参与，由此可推断文章可能来自一个项目广告，故选D。 B One morning, I stood in my kitchen, glancing at my phone, where a news story caught my eye: A teenage girl had been rescued by using a hand signal she learned on TikTok, a social media platform. My 16-year-old son, Michael, glanced over the news and said with a wink, “As you can see, Mom, TikTok isn’t just about silly videos.” I couldn’t deny that parents usually have a poor opinion of social media. It is addictive, and there is a lot of junk on it. But as that recent news story shows, there is more on it. A few weeks later, Halloween was just around the corner. Michael showed me some videos where people were balancing carved-out pumpkins on their heads and taking funny photos. “Let’s try it, Mom,” he suggested. “Absolutely not,” I replied quickly. “Pumpkins on our heads? Are you crazy?” He let it go, but I couldn’t shake off the idea. Why had I been so quick to deny something he was excited about? So, a few days later I apologized to him for my initial reaction and we decided to give it a shot. We chose our favorite outfits and took photos in a local park. The pumpkins were heavy, balancing them on our heads was uncomfortable and passers-by gave us strange looks, but we didn’t care. We laughed, and the photos we took won likes on TikTok. More than that, we created memories that would last a lifetime. Getting Michael to spend time with me had always been a challenge, but social media made it and brought us together. In the world of parenting where closed doors and long faces are often the case, an in-person conversation can feel like a trip to the dentist. Receiving the positive response from my teenage son via technology is a welcome sign. I have to admit I am thankful for technology that allows me to connect and create memories with my son in ways I never thought possible. 4. Why does the writer mention her experience in the first paragraph? A. To report a recent news story. B. To bring in the topic of the text. C. To introduce a social media platform. D. To show her relationship with her son. 5. What was the author’s first reaction to her son’s proposal? A. Unbelievable. B. Careful. C. Indifferent. D. Approving. 6. What is the most important for the author concerning the photo-shooting? A. Overcoming the challenges. B. Showing off the best outfits. C. Getting approved on TikTok. D. Creating valuable memories. 7. What role does technology play in parenting a teenage child? A. It offers academic opportunities. B. It makes it easy to see the dentist. C. It helps with the communication. D. It receives a poor response from parents. 【答案】4. B 5. A 6. D 7. C 【解析】 【导语】本文为夹叙夹议文，作者通过与青春期儿子相处方式的转变告诉大家，社交媒体也有积极的一面，家长们可以积极利用科技手段，转变亲子沟通方式。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“One morning, I stood in my kitchen, glancing at my phone, where a news story caught my eye: A teenage girl had been rescued by using a hand signal she learned on TikTok, a social media platform. My 16-year-old son, Michael, glanced over the news and said with a wink, “As you can see, Mom, TikTok isn’t just about silly videos.”(一天早上，我站在厨房瞥了一眼手机，一条新闻引起了我的注意：一名十几岁的女孩通过使用她在社交媒体平台TikTok上学到的手势获救。我16岁的儿子迈克尔看了一眼新闻，眨眨眼说：“妈妈，你也看到了，TikTok不仅仅是关于愚蠢的视频。”)”可知，这个新闻讲述了一个女孩子利用从社交媒体上学到的知识得到了救援，作者用这个新闻引出了“社交媒体不只有坏的一面”。可知，作者提到新闻故事是为了引入文章的主题，故选B。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段““Absolutely not,” I replied quickly. “Pumpkins on our heads? Are you crazy?”(“绝对不行，”我很快地回答。“头上顶南瓜？你疯了吗？”)”可知，作者的第一反应是难以置信和拒绝的，故选A。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“More than that, we created memories that would last a lifetime.(不仅如此，我们还创造了一生难忘的回忆)”可知，作者认为拍照最重要的是创造了可以持续一生的记忆，故选D。 【7题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“I have to admit I am thankful for technology that allows me to connect and create memories with my son in ways I never thought possible.(我必须承认，我很感谢科技，它让我以一种我从未想过的方式与儿子建立联系并创造回忆)”可知，技术促进亲子沟通与联系并创造美好回忆，故选C。 C What can you see when you look up at the night sky? One hundred years ago, people could admire the Milky Way from almost anywhere in the world. Today, it is difficult to see more than a handful of stars at night. It is light pollution that blocks our view of the night sky. Light pollution mostly comes from cars, buildings, and streetlights in cities. These lights often shine or reflect light into the sky, making the night bright. Many of us have been conditioned to think of light as a safe thing and darkness as something to fear. Yet, darkness is just as important and natural as light. It is an essential part of the environment for many plants and animals. The invention of lights has improved our lives in many ways, allowing us not to be limited by the rising and setting of the sun. Yet, for all the living things on Earth, the sun is like a clock that tells humans and other living species when to rest, feed, and migrate. The excessive use of artificial lights at night can throw off this age-old cycle, causing troubles for both human beings and wildlife. One common problem caused by light pollution is difficulty in falling asleep. Bright light at night can trick our bodies into thinking it is still daytime, making it harder for us to produce basic chemicals. For animals that are active during the night, such as frogs, bats, and owls, a bright night sky can make it harder for them to hunt the small creatures that they feed on. Compared to other problems we face, light pollution may be an easy one to solve. Cities can adopt laws to control outdoor lighting, and in our homes, simple actions such as turning off unnecessary lights and drawing our curtains at night can reduce the amount of light that spills into our environment. By learning to value darkness, we can help safeguard ecosystems and the amazing creatures that live in them. 8. . What can we learn about the night sky from Paragraph 1? A. It is suffering air pollution. B. It was brighter long time ago. C. We can see the Milky Way easily. D. We find it hard to see many stars. 9. What is the relation between light and darkness? A. Light is more welcome in cities. B. Light is essential for the environment. C. Darkness is no less important than light. D. Darkness causes fear and is unnecessary. 10. What does the underlined word “excessive” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A. Extreme. B. Special. C. Limited. D. Regular. 11. What aspects of light pollution are discussed in the last two paragraphs? A. Influences on living creatures. B. Problems and potential solutions. C. Difficulties in keeping it under control. D. Actions taken to safeguard ecosystems. 【答案】8. D 9. C 10. A 11. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了光污染如何影响我们观赏夜空，并探讨了其对生态系统及人类健康的影响，提出了减少光污染的可行措施。强调了黑暗对于自然环境的重要性。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“One hundred years ago, people could admire the Milky Way from almost anywhere in the world. Today, it is difficult to see more than a handful of stars at night. It is light pollution that blocks our view of the night sky. (一百年前，人们几乎在世界任何地方都能欣赏到银河系。如今，在夜晚很难看到几颗以上的星星。正是光污染阻挡了我们对夜空的视野。)”可知，现在我们发现很难看到许多星星。故选D。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“Many of us have been conditioned to think of light as a safe thing and darkness as something to fear. Yet, darkness is just as important and natural as light. It is an essential part of the environment for many plants and animals. (我们很多人都习惯认为光代表安全的事物，而黑暗是令人恐惧的东西。然而，黑暗和光一样重要且自然。它是许多动植物生存环境中必不可少的一部分。)”可知，黑暗和光一样重要，即黑暗的重要性不亚于光。故选C。 【10题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第三段“The invention of lights has improved our lives in many ways, allowing us not to be limited by the rising and setting of the sun. Yet, for all the living things on Earth, the sun is like a clock that tells humans and other living species when to rest, feed, and migrate. The excessive use of artificial lights at night can throw off this age-old cycle, causing troubles for both human beings and wildlife. (灯光的发明在很多方面改善了我们的生活，使我们不再受太阳升落的限制。然而，对于地球上的所有生物来说，太阳就像一个时钟，告诉人类和其他生物何时休息、进食和迁徙。夜间excessive使用人造光会扰乱这个古老的循环，给人类和野生动物都带来麻烦。)”并结合语境，这里说的是过度使用人造光会造成不良影响，所以 excessive意思是 “过度的，极端的”，与 Extreme意思相近。故选A。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第四段“One common problem caused by light pollution is difficulty in falling asleep. Bright light at night can trick our bodies into thinking it is still daytime, making it harder for us to produce basic chemicals. For animals that are active during the night, such as frogs, bats, and owls, a bright night sky can make it harder for them to hunt the small creatures that they feed on. (光污染造成的一个常见问题是入睡困难。夜晚的强光会让我们的身体误以为还是白天，使得我们更难产生一些基本的化学物质。对于像青蛙、蝙蝠和猫头鹰这些在夜间活动的动物来说，明亮的夜空会让它们更难捕食它们赖以生存的小生物。)”可知，这一段讲了光污染带来的问题。第五段“Compared to other problems we face, light pollution may be an easy one to solve. Cities can adopt laws to control outdoor lighting, and in our homes, simple actions such as turning off unnecessary lights and drawing our curtains at night can reduce the amount of light that spills into our environment. By learning to value darkness, we can help safeguard ecosystems and the amazing creatures that live in them. (与我们面临的其他问题相比，光污染可能是一个容易解决的问题。城市可以通过法律来控制户外照明，而在我们家中，一些简单的行动，比如关掉不必要的灯和在晚上拉上窗帘，可以减少泄露到我们环境中的光量。通过学会珍视黑暗，我们可以帮助保护生态系统和生活在其中的神奇生物。)”可知，这一段讲了光污染的潜在解决办法。所以最后两段讨论了光污染的问题和潜在解决办法。故选B。 D Do you know that feeling happy can make you more likely to click on ads? New research finds out that when people are in high spirits, they use happier words to search for products online. And guess what? This makes them more likely to notice and click on the ads that show up after they do a search. Researchers looked at over 5 million searches and did experiments with 6, 800 people. According to the research results, people who are cheered up because they see pictures of cute babies or sunny days are more likely to use cheerful words to describe what they want to buy online. And when ads appear following these happier key words, they are about 50% more likely to make people visit a website. For example, if someone searches for a “joyful and cheerful water bottle”, they are more likely to click on the ads at the top of their search results compared to someone who searches for a “clear, metal, and lightweight” water bottle. The researchers also show that when people are happy, they are less doubtful about ads. They see the world through “rose-colored glasses”, which means they are less likely to question the ads and more likely to click on them. This is because their happy mood makes them less likely to use their critical thinking to make judgments. This new research indicates that advertisers should also focus on targeting shoppers who are feeling good in their shopping process. By doing so, they could potentially increase clicks and improve the return on their ad spending. In other words, making people feel good is the key to getting them to pay attention to the ads. So, the next time you are feeling great and searching for something online, be aware that you might be more likely to notice ads and pay for the product. 12. What does the research find out according to Paragraph 1? A. Different reasons for clicking on ads. B. Happy feelings from online shopping. C. Relation between emotions and ad clicks. D. Keywords for searching for products online. 13. How does the author show the research findings? A. By listing figures. B. By analyzing causes. C. By making definitions. D. By explaining theory. 14. What is a person with “rose-colored glasses” most likely to do? A. Question the reliability of ads. B. View things in an optimistic way. C. Have a preference for rosy flowers. D. Consult a doctor about eye glasses. 15. What is the text mainly about? A. Good moods boost online advertising. B. Ads should have right target shoppers. C. Customers now are doubtful about ads. D. Advertisers increase their ad spending. 【答案】12. C 13. A 14. B 15. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了新研究发现好心情会促使用户点击广告及对广告商的启示。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Do you know that feeling happy can make you more likely to click on ads? New research finds out that when people are in high spirits, they use happier words to search for products online. And guess what? This makes them more likely to notice and click on the ads that show up after they do a search. (你知道吗，感到快乐会让你更有可能点击广告？新的研究发现，当人们情绪高涨时，他们会用更欢快的词语在网上搜索产品。你猜怎么着？这使得他们更有可能注意到并点击在他们搜索后出现的广告。)”可知，研究发现了情绪和点击广告之间的关系。故选C。 【13题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“Researchers looked at over 5 million searches and did experiments with 6, 800 people. (研究人员查看了超过 500 万次搜索，并对 6800 人进行了实验。)”以及第三段“And when ads appear following these happier key words, they are about 50% more likely to make people visit a website. (当广告伴随着这些更欢快的关键词出现时，它们让人们访问一个网站的可能性要高出大约 50%。)”可知，作者通过列举“超过 500 万次搜索”，“6800 人”以及“大约 50% 更有可能”这些数字来展示研究结果。故选A。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段“The researchers also show that when people are happy, they are less doubtful about ads. They see the world through ‘rose-colored glasses’, which means they are less likely to question the ads and more likely to click on them. This is because their happy mood makes them less likely to use their critical thinking to make judgments. (研究人员还表明，当人们开心时，他们对广告的怀疑较少。他们通过rose-colored glasses看待世界,这意味着他们不太可能质疑广告，而更有可能点击广告。这是因为他们愉快的心情使他们不太可能运用批判性思维来做出判断。)”可知，“rose-colored glasses”的意思是“乐观态度”，持有该心态的人最有可能以乐观的方式看待事物。故选B。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“Do you know that feeling happy can make you more likely to click on ads? (你知道吗，感到快乐会让你更有可能点击广告？)”以及最后一段“So, the next time you are feeling great and searching for something online, be aware that you might be more likely to notice ads and pay for the product. (所以，下次当你感觉很棒并在网上搜索东西时，要意识到你可能更有可能注意到广告并为产品付费。)”可知，文章开篇提出开心的情绪会使人更可能点击广告，接着通过研究阐述了开心情绪下人们的搜索用词、对广告的态度等，最后得出结论让人们感觉良好是吸引他们关注广告的关键。所以文章主要讲的是好的情绪能促进在线广告。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。 If taking the train across Canada isn’t on your travel list, it totally should be! Here are some facts to help you get ready for the journey. ____16____. It depends on your route and stops because you have to be sure that the schedules match your connecting train. If you are riding on The Canadian which runs between Toronto and Vancouver, the trip will be four straight days if you don’t get off. If you choose the entire transcontinental train trip, you will pass through five time zones: Atlantic, Eastern, Central, Mountain and Pacific, from Halifax all the way to Vancouver. ____17____. The adjustment is in fact comfortable because the rhythm of the train and the consistent sleep patterns help you maintain your internal clock. The winter season brings fewer crowds and more affordable rates, making it an ideal time for a train journey. You may be thinking that Canada in winter is a frozen land, but you are overreacting. Temperatures are not as harsh as you might think, ranging from 30-35°F in the mountains to 38-55°F elsewhere. ____18____. One of the most rewarding aspects of train travel is the opportunity to meet a variety of people. Simply by sitting together and admiring the scenery, you will start to connect with or chat with others. ____19____, each with his or her own stories and experiences. So, if you are looking for a slow-paced way to explore Canada, consider taking the train. ___20___; it is a journey that offers memories that will last a lifetime. A. Planning such a trip may seem tiring B. Just remember to pack warm clothing C It is more than just a way of transportation D. You’ll meet people from different parts of the world E. The temperatures are actually unbearable for most tourists F. The entire cross-Canada train journey will take at least four days G. This might seem like a challenge, but adjusting is surprisingly easy 【答案】16. F 17. G 18. B 19. D 20. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了乘坐火车穿越加拿大的旅行细节，包括行程时间、时区变化、冬季旅行的适宜性及社交机会，强调了这不仅是一种交通方式，更是一次难忘的旅程体验。 【16题详解】 下文“It depends on your route and stops because you have to be sure that the schedules match your connecting train. If you are riding on The Canadian which runs between Toronto and Vancouver, the trip will be four straight days if you don’t get off.(这取决于你的路线和站点，因为你必须确保时间表与你要换乘的火车相匹配。如果你乘坐往返于多伦多和温哥华之间的 “加拿大人号” 列车，如果你不下车，旅程将持续整整四天)”主要在讲乘坐火车穿越加拿大的行程时间，因此这里需要一个句子来引出具体的行程时间。F选项“The entire cross-Canada train journey will take at least four days(整个穿越加拿大的火车旅程至少需要四天时间)”引出了关于行程时间的话题，与下文紧密衔接，所以F选项符合语境。故选F。 【17题详解】 上文“If you choose the entire transcontinental train trip, you will pass through five time zones: Atlantic, Eastern, Central, Mountain and Pacific, from Halifax all the way to Vancouver.(如果你选择整个横贯大陆的火车旅行，你将经过五个时区：大西洋时区、东部时区、中部时区、山区时区和太平洋时区，从哈利法克斯一直到温哥华)”提到了会经过五个时区，下文“The adjustment is in fact comfortable because the rhythm of the train and the consistent sleep patterns help you maintain your internal clock.(这种调整实际上很舒适，因为火车的节奏和稳定的睡眠模式有助于你保持自己的生物钟)”则说调整起来很舒适。G选项“This might seem like a challenge, but adjusting is surprisingly easy(这可能看起来是一个挑战，但调整起来出奇地容易)”既承接了上文经过多个时区可能带来的挑战，又与下文调整很舒适形成转折，符合语境。故选G。 【18题详解】 上文“The winter season brings fewer crowds and more affordable rates, making it an ideal time for a train journey. You may be thinking that Canada in winter is a frozen land, but you are overreacting. Temperatures are not as harsh as you might think, ranging from 30-35°F in the mountains to 38-55°F elsewhere.(冬季人流量较少，价格也更实惠，是乘坐火车旅行的理想时间。你可能认为冬天的加拿大是一片冰冻的土地，但你反应过度了。温度并不像你想象的那么恶劣，山区的温度在 30-35 华氏度之间，其他地方在 38-55 华氏度之间)”在讲冬季乘坐火车旅行的好处以及冬天加拿大的温度情况。B选项“Just remember to pack warm clothing(只要记得带上保暖的衣服)”是对这部分内容的一个实际建议，既回应了关于温度的讨论，又给出了实用的旅行提示。故选B。 【19题详解】 上文“One of the most rewarding aspects of train travel is the opportunity to meet a variety of people. Simply by sitting together and admiring the scenery, you will start to connect with or chat with others.(火车旅行最有意义的方面之一就是有机会结识各种各样的人。只要坐在一起欣赏风景，你就会开始与他人建立联系或聊天)”强调了在火车旅行中会遇到很多人，下文“each with his or her own stories and experiences.(每个人都有自己的故事和经历)”进一步描述了这些人的特点。D选项“You’ll meet people from different parts of the world(你会遇到来自世界不同地方的人)”承接上文会遇到很多人，又引出下文每个人都有不同的故事和经历，与前后文关于社交互动的内容紧密相连。故选D。 【20题详解】 上文“So, if you are looking for a slow-paced way to explore Canada, consider taking the train.(所以，如果你正在寻找一种慢节奏的方式来探索加拿大，考虑乘坐火车)”提出乘坐火车探索加拿大的建议，下文“it is a journey that offers memories that will last a lifetime.(这是一段能带来终生难忘回忆的旅程)”进一步强调了火车旅行的意义。C选项“It is more than just a way of transportation(它不仅仅是一种交通方式)”既承接上文乘坐火车的建议，又引出下文对火车旅行意义的描述，说明火车旅行不只是交通方式，还是能带来难忘回忆的旅程，符合语境。故选C。 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 March 2009, in Newport harbor (港口) of Rhode Island, a woman named Ally Lewis performed a very ___21___ act. Two young men were in great trouble because their boat ____22____ in the storm. Ally, who was then 17 years old, rowed her boat through the ____23____ sea and saved them from the cold rainy water. She became a symbol of hope. Ally Lewis’s credit as a rescuer was recognized, and she was offered the opportunity to work as a lighthouse ___24___ at Newport Lighthouse. By 2024, she had been working at the lighthouse for 15 years, ____25____ guiding ships through the vast ocean. Ally’s role as a lighthouse keeper was more than just a ____26____; it was her passion. She would ____27____ before daybreak and stay up late into the night, watching over the waters to make sure no ships crash against the sharp rocks that ____28____ the harbor. Her courage and ____29____ did not go unnoticed but earned her the title of “Rhode Island’s Bravest Woman” and a ____30____ medal from the state government. Despite her fame and honor, Ally remained devoted, ____31____ her daily duties without failing. Each day, she would row her boat, keep a lookout for ships, and climb countless steps to ensure the lamps ____32____ brightly even through the fiercest storms. Ally’s story is an ____33____ for many, especially the younger generations on Rhode Island. She shows that true heroism ____34____ everyday acts of kindness and bravery: Anyone can be a(n) ___35___ by doing his or her job well. 21. A. simple B. brave C. common D. strange 22. A. turned over B. went on C. slowed down D. sailed through 23. A. silent B. shiny C. quiet D. stormy 24. A. keeper B. sailor C. cleaner D. director 25. A. hardly B. excitedly C. tirelessly D. worriedly 26. A. secret B. job C. prize D. test 27. A. rest B. pay C. rise D. wash 28. A. protected B. destroyed C. changed D. surrounded 29. A. devotion B. confidence C. delight D. failure 30. A. typical B. colorful C. special D. useful 31. A. ordering B. continuing C. limiting D. choosing 32. A. decorated B. showed C. held D. burned 33. A. inspiration B. occasion C. incident D. election 34. A. breaks down B. helps with C. works out D. lies in 35. A. author B. leader C. hero D. artist 【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. A 25. C 26. B 27. C 28. D 29. A 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. A 34. D 35. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了艾丽・刘易斯 17 岁时勇救落水者，后成为灯塔看守人，尽职奉献，成为他人榜样的故事。 【21题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：2009 年 3 月，在罗德岛的纽波特港，一位名叫艾丽・刘易斯的女士做出了一个非常勇敢的举动。A. simple简单的；B. brave勇敢的；C. common常见的；D. strange奇怪的。根据下文“Two young men were in great trouble because their boat  2  in the storm. Ally, who was then 17 years old, rowed her boat through the  3  sea and saved them from the cold rainy water.”可知，艾丽在暴风雨中划船去救处于困境中的两个年轻人，这是很勇敢的行为。故选B。 【22题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：两个年轻人陷入了极大的困境，因为他们的船在暴风雨中翻了。A. turned over翻转；B. went on继续；C. slowed down减速；D. sailed through顺利通过。根据上文“Two young men were in great trouble”可知，船出现了问题才会让他们陷入困境，结合选项，船在暴风雨中“翻转”符合语境。故选A。 【23题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当时 17 岁的艾丽划着她的船穿过波涛汹涌的大海，把他们从冰冷的雨水中救了出来。A. silent沉默的；B. shiny闪亮的；C. quiet安静的；D. stormy波涛汹涌的。根据上文“Two young men were in great trouble because their boat  2  in the storm.”可知，当时是暴风雨天气，所以大海是“波涛汹涌的”。故选D。 【24题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：艾丽・刘易斯作为救援者功绩得到了认可，她获得了在纽波特灯塔担任灯塔看守人的机会。A. keeper看守人；B. sailor水手；C. cleaner清洁工；D. director导演。根据下文“By 2024, she had been working at the lighthouse for 15 years,  5  guiding ships through the vast ocean.”以及“Ally’s role as a lighthouse keeper”可知，她是成为了灯塔“看守人”。故选A。 【25题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：到 2024 年，她已经在灯塔工作了15年，不知疲倦地引导船只穿越广阔的海洋。A. hardly几乎不；B. excitedly兴奋地；C. tirelessly不知疲倦地；D. worriedly担忧地。根据上文“By 2024, she had been working at the lighthouse for 15 years”可知，她工作了很长时间，能坚持这么久，应该是“不知疲倦地” 引导船只。故选C。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：艾丽作为灯塔看守人的角色不仅仅是一份工作；这是她的热爱。A. secret秘密；B. job工作；C. prize奖品；D. test测试。根据下文“it was her passion”以及前文提到她在灯塔工作可知，这里说的是她的工作，她把这份工作当成了热爱，所以不仅仅是一份“工作”。故选B。 27题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她会在黎明前起床，熬夜到很晚，监视着海面，以确保没有船只撞上环绕港口的尖锐岩石。A. rest休息；B. pay支付；C. rise起床；D. wash洗。根据下文“before daybreak and stay up late into the night, watching over the waters”可知，她要监视海面，所以会在黎明前“起床”。故选C。 【28题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她会在黎明前起床，熬夜到很晚，监视着海面，以确保没有船只撞上环绕港口的尖锐岩石。A. protected保护；B. destroyed破坏；C. changed改变；D. surrounded环绕。根据上文“make sure no ships crash against the sharp rocks”可知，岩石是在港口周围，船只才会有撞上的危险，所以是“环绕”港口的岩石。故选D。 【29题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：她的勇气和奉献精神没有被忽视，而是为她赢得了“罗德岛最勇敢的女人”的称号和州政府颁发的特别奖章。A. devotion奉献；B. confidence信心；C. delight高兴；D. failure失败。根据上文“By 2024, she had been working at the lighthouse for 15 years,   5  guiding ships through the vast ocean.”以及“She would  7  before daybreak and stay up late into the night, watching over the waters”可知，她长时间不知疲倦地工作，体现了她的“奉献”精神。故选A。 【30题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意同上。A. typical典型的；B. colorful多彩的；C. special特别的；D. useful有用的。根据上文“her courage and  9  did not go unnoticed but earned her the title of ‘Rhode Island’s Bravest Woman’”可知，她因为勇敢和奉献获得了称号，与之并列的奖章应该是“特别的”。故选C。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：尽管她声名远扬且备受尊敬，艾丽仍然尽职尽责，不间断地继续着她的日常工作。A. ordering命令；B. continuing继续；C. limiting限制；D. choosing选择。根据上文“Despite her fame and honor, Ally remained devoted”以及下文“her daily duties without failing”可知，她没有因为名声和荣誉而改变，而是“继续”履行日常职责。故选B。 【32题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：每天，她都会划船，留意船只，爬上无数级台阶，以确保即使在最猛烈的暴风雨中，灯也能明亮地燃烧着。A. decorated装饰；B. showed展示；C. held持有；D. burned燃烧。根据下文“brightly even through the fiercest storms”可知，灯塔的灯是要“燃烧”发光来引导船只，所以是确保灯“燃烧”明亮。故选D。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：艾丽的故事对许多人来说是一种鼓舞，尤其是罗德岛的年轻一代。A. inspiration鼓舞；B. occasion场合；C. incident事件；D. election选举。根据下文“She shows that true heroism  14  everyday acts of kindness and bravery”可知，她的故事展示了真正的英雄主义，所以对很多人尤其是年轻人来说是一种“鼓舞”。故选A。 【34题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：她表明真正的英雄主义在于日常的善良和勇敢行为：任何人都可以通过做好自己的工作成为英雄。A. breaks down分解；B. helps with帮助；C. works out解决；D. lies in在于。根据下文“everyday acts of kindness and bravery”可知，真正的英雄主义是“在于”日常的善良和勇敢行为。故选D。 【35题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：她表明真正的英雄主义在于日常的善良和勇敢行为：任何人都可以通过做好自己的工作成为英雄。A. author作者；B. leader领导；C. hero英雄；D. artist艺术家。根据上文“She shows that true heroism  14   everyday acts of kindness and bravery”以及艾丽的故事可知，她是英雄，她的故事表明做好自己的工作就能成为“英雄”。故选C。 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。 “Zoo Walk” is becoming popular among young people in China. It involves visiting zoos not just for fun but to build a much ____36____ (close) connection with nature and wildlife. Among many zoos that have caught people’s attention, a zoo in Jiangsu Province stands out because of its animal-friendly practices. ____37____ (locate) in the heart of Nanjing City, Hongshan Forest Zoo has gone to great lengths to ensure that the animals live in environments similar ____38____ their natural habitats. So far such commitment not only ____39____ (improve) wildlife’s well-being but also enabled guests to observe them in a more natural way. Another highlight of visiting the Hongshan Forest Zoo is ____40____ (it) focus on wildlife protection and education. Actively engaged in programs for endangered species, the zoo plays ____41____ important role in preserving biodiversity. In 2023, many educational exhibits ____42____ (hold) to show that even an individual could make a great difference. Different from the previously popular “City Walk”, ____43____ refers to walking leisurely in a city, “Zoo Walk” is more than just walking. It leads us to a place where everyone can gain special memories and a sense of ____44____ (responsible) towards wildlife. Hongshan Forest Zoo sets an example to zoos worldwide, _____45_____ (show) that balancing visitors’ enjoyment with animals’ well-being is achievable. 【答案】36. closer 37. Located 38. to 39. has improved 40. its 41. an 42. were held 43. which 44. responsibility 45. showing 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是“动物园漫步”这一新兴活动在中国年轻人中的流行及其背后所体现的对自然和野生动物保护的关注。 【36题详解】 考查形容词比较级。句意：“动物园漫步”不仅是为了好玩而去参观动物园，而是为了与自然和野生动物建立更紧密的联系。根据空前的 much 以及语境可知，此处是与以往单纯为了好玩去动物园相比，现在想要建立更紧密的联系，所以用 close 的比较级 closer。故填closer。 【37题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：红山森林动物园位于南京市中心，它不遗余力地确保动物生活在与它们自然栖息地相似的环境中。句中已有谓语动词has gone，所以空格处需要填入的是非谓语动词，locate与其逻辑主语Hongshan Forest Zoo之间是逻辑上的动宾关系，因此使用过去分词作状语，且设空处位于句首，首字母需大写，故填Located。 【38题详解】 考查介词。句意：红山森林动物园位于南京市中心，它不遗余力地确保动物生活在与它们自然栖息地相似的环境中。be similar to是固定搭配，意为“与……相似”，此处用介词 to。故填to。 39题详解】 考查动词时态和语态。句意：到目前为止，这样的努力不仅改善了野生动物的福祉，也使游客能够以更自然的方式观察它们。根据时间状语“So far(到目前为止)”可知，句子要用现在完成时，主语such commitment是单数，所以助动词用has。故填has improved。 【40题详解】 考查代词。句意：参观红山森林动物园的另一个亮点是它对野生动物保护和教育的关注。根据空后的名词focus可知，此处需用形容词性物主代词its修饰名词，its focus 表示“它的关注”。故填its。 【41题详解】 考查冠词。句意：该动物园积极参与濒危物种保护项目，在保护生物多样性方面发挥着重要作用。play an important role in 是固定短语，意为“在……中起重要作用”，important 是以元音音素开头的单词，所以用不定冠词 an。故填an。 【42题详解】 考查动词时态和语态。句意：2023 年，举办了许多教育展览，以表明即使是个人也能产生很大的影响。根据时间状语In 2023可知，句子用一般过去时，主语many educational exhibits和谓语动词hold之间是被动关系，所以用一般过去时的被动语态，其结构为“was/were + 过去分词”，主语是复数，所以be动词用were。故填were held。 【43题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：与之前流行的“城市漫步”，指在城市中悠闲地散步不同，“动物园漫步”不仅仅是散步。空格处非限制性定语从句，修饰先行词City Walk，指物，且在从句中作主语，所以用关系代词 which 引导该定语从句。故填which。 【44题详解】 考查名词。句意：它带领我们来到一个每个人都能获得特殊回忆和对野生动物的责任感的地方。根据空前的 a sense of 可知，此处需用名词形式，responsible 的名词形式是 responsibility，a sense of responsibility 表示 “责任感”。故填responsibility。 【45题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：红山森林动物园为世界各地的动物园树立了榜样，表明平衡游客的享受和动物的福祉是可以实现的。句中已有谓语动词sets，空格处是非谓语动词，show与其逻辑主语Hongshan Forest Zoo之间是主动关系，所以用现在分词 作状语，表伴随。故填showing。 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华。为迎接一年一度的科技节，你校将举办科技小发明比赛。请你代表学生会在校英语报上发布一则活动通知，邀请同学们积极参与。内容包括： 1. 比赛目的； 2. 参赛要求、提交时间等具体安排； 3. 呼吁同学们参与。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为100左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Notice ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ …… Students’ Union 【答案】One possible version: Notice In line with annual School Science and Technology Festival, the Students’ Union is going to launch the Tech Invention Competition, providing a platform for students to showcase their talents and passion for science and technology. To win the competition, your tech inventions should be original, show lots of creativity, and have practical uses. Besides, please include a vivid description of your invention, such as its appearance, functions and how it works. We encourage everyone to think outside the box and come up with inventions that can make a difference. A gentle reminder: the deadline for handing in your invention is September 30th. We sincerely invite all students to participate in this exciting event, exploring the wonders of science and technology. Let’s make the Science and Technology Festival a memorable one! Students’ Union 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。为迎接一年一度的科技节，学校将举办科技小发明比赛。要求考生代表学生会在校英语报上发布一则活动通知，邀请同学们积极参与。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 比赛：competition → contest 此外：besides → in addition 真诚地：sincerely → heartfeltly 提出：come up with → put forward 2. 句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：To win the competition, your tech inventions should be original, show lots of creativity, and have practical uses. 拓展句：If you want to win the competition, your tech inventions should be original, show lots of creativity, and have practical uses. 【点睛】【高分句型1】To win the competition, your tech inventions should be original, show lots of creativity, and have practical uses. (运用了不定式作目的状语) 【高分句型2】 We encourage everyone to think outside the box and come up with inventions that can make a difference. (运用了that引导的限制性定语从句) 第二节(满分25分) 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整短文。 It was a beautiful Saturday morning. The sun was shining brightly, and a gentle breeze was sb blowing. With excitement and a bit of unwillingness, Sam and Jack participated in their school’s outdoor program and were hiking in a mountain. Though having heard about the trip before, Sam and Jack weren’t quite sure what to expect. As they set off on the adventure with their group, they found themselves following a dirt path, and the pebbles underfoot made their feet quite uncomfortable. Though they had only been hiking for just over half an hour, for Sam and Jack, it felt as if an entire century had passed by. The two city boys exchanged bored glances. Neither the green hills nor the twittering of birds could interest them. They were longing for the online gaming and the familiar glow of their smartphone screens. As the group walked in the woods, Sam and Jack started to feel really bored. They were eager to play a new game on their phones. Sam whispered to Jack, “Hey, this new game is s more fun than this I nature walking.” Jack agreed and looked around to see if anyone was watching. “But what if we get caught?” he asked. Sam thought for a while, and then said with a naughty smile, “If we leave quietly, nobody will notice we are gone.” They chatted for a moment more, and with a grin, they slipped off the path and headed into a direction different from their group. In the woods, Sam and Jack found a quiet spot and began playing on their phones. They were so into the game that they forgot about everything else and lost track of time. But unfortunately, their fun didn’t last long. The screens on their phones started to go dark as the batteries were running out. 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。 As Sam looked up，he noticed the sun was about to set. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Can you hear they are calling us?” Jack said excitedly. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: As Sam looked up, he noticed the sun was about to set. The sky was turning orange and red, and the shadows were getting longer. “Jack, it is getting dark soon,” he said. “We have no idea where we are. ”Jack looked up, his eyes wide with fear as he realized they were alone in the wilderness. They shouted for help, but their voices seemed to get lost in the vastness of the woods. They decided to put their phones away and started to retrace their steps. Carefully looking for signs of the group, they were anxious to find their way back before nightfall. Just then, they heard something not too far away. (101words) “Can you hear they are calling us?” Jack said excitedly. In the distance, they could hear the faint sound of voices. They started running towards the sound, hoping it was their group. As they got closer, they recognized their classmates and they burst out of the bushes towards the sound. Their hearts were pounding with a mix of thankfulness and guilt. After this adventure, Sam and Jack realized the importance of following the rules and that there are cool things out there besides phone games, and they resolved to enjoy every moment of their experiences, whether in the city or in the great outdoors.(94 words) 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了山姆和杰克参加学校户外项目，在徒步过程中因无聊而脱离队伍玩手机，结果手机没电后发现太阳快落山，他们在森林中迷路并最终找到队伍的故事。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容 “当山姆抬头看时，他注意到太阳快要落山了。”可知，第一段可描写山姆和杰克意识到迷路后的恐慌，以及他们尝试寻找队伍的行动。 ②由第二段首句内容“‘你能听到他们在叫我们吗？’杰克兴奋地说。” 可知，第二段可描写他们听到声音后向队伍靠近，与队伍团聚后的感受以及此次经历给他们带来的感悟。 2.续写线索：太阳落山——意识到迷路——尝试找路——听到呼喊——找到队伍——感悟 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①意识到：realize/be aware of ②呼喊：shout/call out ③跑：run/dash 情绪类 ①害怕地：with fear/in a state of fear/feeling frightened ②感激：thankfulness/gratefulness 【点睛】[高分句型1]They started running towards the sound, hoping it was their group. (运用了动名词作宾语、现在分词短语作状语和省略引导词that的宾语从句) [高分句型2]As they got closer, they recognized their classmates and they burst out of the bushes towards the sound. (运用了as引导的状语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 肇庆市2024—2025学年第一学期高二年级期末统一考试 英语 本试题共10页，考试时间120分钟，满分120分 注意事项： 1.答题前，考生先将自己的信息填写清楚、准确，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码粘贴处。 2.请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效。 3.答题时请按要求用笔，保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不得使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。考试结束后，请将本试题及答题卡交回。 第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Begin an unforgettable educational adventure in the Golden Gate National Park! Our program offers students a unique learning experience. With our Ladder of Learning approach, we guide students to their career paths and beyond. ·Crissy Field Center At the Crissy Field Center, students begin a journey of multicultural environmental education. Here, students will join members from different countries and learn about the environment through hands-on activities and open discussions. It is a place where cultural understanding and environmental awareness grow, creating a rich learning environment. ·Youth Leadership Middle and high school students can take part in our youth leadership activity. Here they develop leadership abilities while learning about environmental protection. These programs provide a platform for students to grow as leaders and make a positive impact on the environment. ·Project WISE This event provides students with real-world science adventures. They work with park educators through different events based on their class needs. Events Aims and requirements Water Quality Exploration Students closely study Lobos Creek in the Presidio to understand water quality. Wetlands Case Study It serves as a case study for wetlands, allowing students to learn about important ecosystems. Air Quality Investigation By comparing pollution levels, students investigate air quality and present their findings, enhancing scientific knowledge and communication skills. ·Resources for Educators We also offer resources for educators to expand their minds. These include teaching materials and field trip guides, making it easier for educators to bring the unique learning experiences of the Golden Gate National Park into their classrooms. Absorb yourself in history, culture, and nature. Become an environmental change-maker and unlock your potential in the Golden Gate National Park! 1. Which of the following focuses on developing students’ leadership? A. Ladder of Learning. B. Crissy Field Center. C. Youth Leadership. D. Project WISE. 2. What can teachers get from this program? A. Communication skills. B. Useful teaching materials. C. Environmental awareness. D. Real-world science adventures. 3. Where is this text probably taken from? A. A textbook. B. An exam paper. C. A fashion magazine. D. A program advertisement. B One morning, I stood in my kitchen, glancing at my phone, where a news story caught my eye: A teenage girl had been rescued by using a hand signal she learned on TikTok, a social media platform. My 16-year-old son, Michael, glanced over the news and said with a wink, “As you can see, Mom, TikTok isn’t just about silly videos.” I couldn’t deny that parents usually have a poor opinion of social media. It is addictive, and there is a lot of junk on it. But as that recent news story shows, there is more on it. A few weeks later, Halloween was just around the corner. Michael showed me some videos where people were balancing carved-out pumpkins on their heads and taking funny photos. “Let’s try it, Mom,” he suggested. “Absolutely not,” I replied quickly. “Pumpkins on our heads? Are you crazy?” He let it go, but I couldn’t shake off the idea. Why had I been so quick to deny something he was excited about? So, a few days later I apologized to him for my initial reaction and we decided to give it a shot. We chose our favorite outfits and took photos in a local park. The pumpkins were heavy, balancing them on our heads was uncomfortable and passers-by gave us strange looks, but we didn’t care. We laughed, and the photos we took won likes on TikTok. More than that, we created memories that would last a lifetime. Getting Michael to spend time with me had always been a challenge, but social media made it and brought us together. In the world of parenting where closed doors and long faces are often the case, an in-person conversation can feel like a trip to the dentist. Receiving the positive response from my teenage son via technology is a welcome sign. I have to admit I am thankful for technology that allows me to connect and create memories with my son in ways I never thought possible. 4. Why does the writer mention her experience in the first paragraph? A. To report a recent news story. B. To bring in the topic of the text. C To introduce a social media platform. D. To show her relationship with her son. 5. What was the author’s first reaction to her son’s proposal? A. Unbelievable. B. Careful. C. Indifferent. D. Approving. 6 What is the most important for the author concerning the photo-shooting? A. Overcoming the challenges. B. Showing off the best outfits. C. Getting approved on TikTok. D. Creating valuable memories. 7. What role does technology play in parenting a teenage child? A. It offers academic opportunities. B. It makes it easy to see the dentist. C. It helps with the communication. D. It receives a poor response from parents. C What can you see when you look up at the night sky? One hundred years ago, people could admire the Milky Way from almost anywhere in the world. Today, it is difficult to see more than a handful of stars at night. It is light pollution that blocks our view of the night sky. Light pollution mostly comes from cars, buildings, and streetlights in cities. These lights often shine or reflect light into the sky, making the night bright. Many of us have been conditioned to think of light as a safe thing and darkness as something to fear. Yet, darkness is just as important and natural as light. It is an essential part of the environment for many plants and animals. The invention of lights has improved our lives in many ways, allowing us not to be limited by the rising and setting of the sun. Yet, for all the living things on Earth, the sun is like a clock that tells humans and other living species when to rest, feed, and migrate. The excessive use of artificial lights at night can throw off this age-old cycle, causing troubles for both human beings and wildlife. One common problem caused by light pollution is difficulty in falling asleep. Bright light at night can trick our bodies into thinking it is still daytime, making it harder for us to produce basic chemicals. For animals that are active during the night, such as frogs, bats, and owls, a bright night sky can make it harder for them to hunt the small creatures that they feed on. Compared to other problems we face, light pollution may be an easy one to solve. Cities can adopt laws to control outdoor lighting, and in our homes, simple actions such as turning off unnecessary lights and drawing our curtains at night can reduce the amount of light that spills into our environment. By learning to value darkness, we can help safeguard ecosystems and the amazing creatures that live in them. 8. . What can we learn about the night sky from Paragraph 1? A. It is suffering air pollution. B. It was brighter long time ago. C. We can see the Milky Way easily. D. We find it hard to see many stars. 9. What is the relation between light and darkness? A. Light is more welcome in cities. B. Light is essential for the environment. C. Darkness is no less important than light. D. Darkness causes fear and is unnecessary. 10. What does the underlined word “excessive” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A. Extreme. B. Special. C. Limited. D. Regular. 11. What aspects of light pollution are discussed in the last two paragraphs? A. Influences on living creatures. B. Problems and potential solutions. C. Difficulties in keeping it under control. D. Actions taken to safeguard ecosystems. D Do you know that feeling happy can make you more likely to click on ads? New research finds out that when people are in high spirits, they use happier words to search for products online. And guess what? This makes them more likely to notice and click on the ads that show up after they do a search. Researchers looked at over 5 million searches and did experiments with 6, 800 people. According to the research results, people who are cheered up because they see pictures of cute babies or sunny days are more likely to use cheerful words to describe what they want to buy online. And when ads appear following these happier key words, they are about 50% more likely to make people visit a website. For example, if someone searches for a “joyful and cheerful water bottle”, they are more likely to click on the ads at the top of their search results compared to someone who searches for a “clear, metal, and lightweight” water bottle. The researchers also show that when people are happy, they are less doubtful about ads. They see the world through “rose-colored glasses”, which means they are less likely to question the ads and more likely to click on them. This is because their happy mood makes them less likely to use their critical thinking to make judgments. This new research indicates that advertisers should also focus on targeting shoppers who are feeling good in their shopping process. By doing so, they could potentially increase clicks and improve the return on their ad spending. In other words, making people feel good is the key to getting them to pay attention to the ads. So, the next time you are feeling great and searching for something online, be aware that you might be more likely to notice ads and pay for the product. 12. What does the research find out according to Paragraph 1? A. Different reasons for clicking on ads. B. Happy feelings from online shopping. C. Relation between emotions and ad clicks. D. Keywords for searching for products online. 13. How does the author show the research findings? A. By listing figures. B. By analyzing causes. C. By making definitions. D. By explaining theory. 14. What is a person with “rose-colored glasses” most likely to do? A. Question the reliability of ads. B. View things in an optimistic way. C. Have a preference for rosy flowers. D. Consult a doctor about eye glasses. 15. What is the text mainly about? A. Good moods boost online advertising. B. Ads should have right target shoppers. C. Customers now are doubtful about ads. D. Advertisers increase their ad spending. 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。 If taking the train across Canada isn’t on your travel list it totally should be! Here are some facts to help you get ready for the journey. ____16____. It depends on your route and stops because you have to be sure that the schedules match your connecting train. If you are riding on The Canadian which runs between Toronto and Vancouver, the trip will be four straight days if you don’t get off. If you choose the entire transcontinental train trip, you will pass through five time zones: Atlantic, Eastern, Central, Mountain and Pacific, from Halifax all the way to Vancouver. ____17____. The adjustment is in fact comfortable because the rhythm of the train and the consistent sleep patterns help you maintain your internal clock. The winter season brings fewer crowds and more affordable rates, making it an ideal time for a train journey. You may be thinking that Canada in winter is a frozen land, but you are overreacting. Temperatures are not as harsh as you might think, ranging from 30-35°F in the mountains to 38-55°F elsewhere. ____18____. One of the most rewarding aspects of train travel is the opportunity to meet a variety of people. Simply by sitting together and admiring the scenery, you will start to connect with or chat with others. ____19____, each with his or her own stories and experiences. So, if you are looking for a slow-paced way to explore Canada, consider taking the train. ___20___; it is a journey that offers memories that will last a lifetime. A. Planning such a trip may seem tiring B. Just remember to pack warm clothing C. It is more than just a way of transportation D. You’ll meet people from different parts of the world E. The temperatures are actually unbearable for most tourists F The entire cross-Canada train journey will take at least four days G. This might seem like a challenge, but adjusting is surprisingly easy 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 March 2009, in Newport harbor (港口) of Rhode Island, a woman named Ally Lewis performed a very ___21___ act. Two young men were in great trouble because their boat ____22____ in the storm. Ally, who was then 17 years old, rowed her boat through the ____23____ sea and saved them from the cold rainy water. She became a symbol of hope. Ally Lewis’s credit as a rescuer was recognized, and she was offered the opportunity to work as a lighthouse ___24___ at Newport Lighthouse. By 2024, she had been working at the lighthouse for 15 years, ____25____ guiding ships through the vast ocean. Ally’s role as a lighthouse keeper was more than just a ____26____; it was her passion. She would ____27____ before daybreak and stay up late into the night, watching over the waters to make sure no ships crash against the sharp rocks that ____28____ the harbor. Her courage and ____29____ did not go unnoticed but earned her the title of “Rhode Island’s Bravest Woman” and a ____30____ medal from the state government. Despite her fame and honor, Ally remained devoted, ____31____ her daily duties without failing. Each day, she would row her boat, keep a lookout for ships, and climb countless steps to ensure the lamps ____32____ brightly even through the fiercest storms. Ally’s story is an ____33____ for many, especially the younger generations on Rhode Island. She shows that true heroism ____34____ everyday acts of kindness and bravery: Anyone can be a(n) ___35___ by doing his or her job well. 21. A. simple B. brave C. common D. strange 22. A. turned over B. went on C. slowed down D. sailed through 23. A. silent B. shiny C. quiet D. stormy 24. A. keeper B. sailor C. cleaner D. director 25. A. hardly B. excitedly C. tirelessly D. worriedly 26. A. secret B. job C. prize D. test 27. A. rest B. pay C. rise D. wash 28. A. protected B. destroyed C. changed D. surrounded 29. A. devotion B. confidence C. delight D. failure 30. A. typical B. colorful C. special D. useful 31. A. ordering B. continuing C. limiting D. choosing 32. A. decorated B. showed C. held D. burned 33. A. inspiration B. occasion C. incident D. election 34. A. breaks down B. helps with C. works out D. lies in 35. A. author B. leader C. hero D. artist 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。 “Zoo Walk” is becoming popular among young people in China. It involves visiting zoos not just for fun but to build a much ____36____ (close) connection with nature and wildlife. Among many zoos that have caught people’s attention, a zoo in Jiangsu Province stands out because of its animal-friendly practices. ____37____ (locate) in the heart of Nanjing City, Hongshan Forest Zoo has gone to great lengths to ensure that the animals live in environments similar ____38____ their natural habitats. So far such commitment not only ____39____ (improve) wildlife’s well-being but also enabled guests to observe them in a more natural way. Another highlight of visiting the Hongshan Forest Zoo is ____40____ (it) focus on wildlife protection and education. Actively engaged in programs for endangered species, the zoo plays ____41____ important role in preserving biodiversity. In 2023, many educational exhibits ____42____ (hold) to show that even an individual could make a great difference. Different from the previously popular “City Walk”, ____43____ refers to walking leisurely in a city, “Zoo Walk” is more than just walking. It leads us to a place where everyone can gain special memories and a sense of ____44____ (responsible) towards wildlife. Hongshan Forest Zoo sets an example to zoos worldwide, _____45_____ (show) that balancing visitors’ enjoyment with animals’ well-being is achievable. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华。为迎接一年一度的科技节，你校将举办科技小发明比赛。请你代表学生会在校英语报上发布一则活动通知，邀请同学们积极参与。内容包括： 1. 比赛目的； 2. 参赛要求、提交时间等具体安排； 3. 呼吁同学们参与。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为100左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Notice ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ …… Students’ Union 第二节(满分25分) 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 It was a beautiful Saturday morning. The sun was shining brightly, and a gentle breeze was sb blowing. With excitement and a bit of unwillingness, Sam and Jack participated in their school’s outdoor program and were hiking in a mountain. Though having heard about the trip before, Sam and Jack weren’t quite sure what to expect. As they set off on the adventure with their group, they found themselves following a dirt path, and the pebbles underfoot made their feet quite uncomfortable. Though they had only been hiking for just over half an hour, for Sam and Jack, it felt as if an entire century had passed by. The two city boys exchanged bored glances. Neither the green hills nor the twittering of birds could interest them. They were longing for the online gaming and the familiar glow of their smartphone screens. As the group walked in the woods, Sam and Jack started to feel really bored. They were eager to play a new game on their phones. Sam whispered to Jack, “Hey, this new game is s more fun than this I nature walking.” Jack agreed and looked around to see if anyone was watching. “But what if we get caught?” he asked. Sam thought for a while, and then said with a naughty smile, “If we leave quietly, nobody will notice we are gone.” They chatted for a moment more, and with a grin, they slipped off the path and headed into a direction different from their group. In the woods, Sam and Jack found a quiet spot and began playing on their phones. They were so into the game that they forgot about everything else and lost track of time. But unfortunately, their fun didn’t last long. The screens on their phones started to go dark as the batteries were running out. 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。 As Sam looked up，he noticed the sun was about to set. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Can you hear they are calling us?” Jack said excitedly. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$