上海大学附属中学2024-2025学年高二下学期3月摸底考英语试卷

3月诊断测试答案 听力： 1-10：每题1分 1-5 CACBD 6-10 CDABB     16-20：每题1.5分 11-13 DCB   14-16 AAC    17-20 CACB 语法：每题1分 21. has fascinated 22. making 23. Born 24. If / Since 25. that 26. where 27. ourselves 28. the most impressive 29. Despite 30. what 词汇：每题1分 31-35 DEHKA 36-40 IJGCB 完型：每题1分 41-45 BCACD 46-50 BCDBD 51-55 ACBCD 阅读：每题2分 56-59 ACAC 60-62 BDA 63-66 ABAC 67-70 FEAD 71. Summary: 10分 Mirrors are installed in the elevators for several reasons. One is that they help reduce claustrophobic people’s anxiety by making them feel less confined. Besides, they help prevent theft, accidents or unwanted touching by allowing people to see clearly the other passengers’ behaviour. Additionally, they enable people to entertain themselves, making them feel less time spent in the lift. Translation: （72题3分；73题3分；74题4分；75题5分） 72. Before making the final decision, you’d better take students’ suggestions into account. 73. Compared with others, those who are more empathic lean towards donating money to charities / charity organizations. 74. Those volunteers frequently reach out, lighting up the lives of many people and especially bringing hope to people who have slipped into the hopeless situation. 75. Sometimes solving these complex social problems can be tricky, which requires us to make efforts together / make joint efforts and do a succession / series of work to gain rich experience. 听力文稿 Listening Comprehension Section A Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard. 1. M: Where did you find your English book?   W: I found it lying under a big tree between the teaching building and the library.   Q: Where did the woman find her English book? 2. M: Good morning. I’m here to see Mr. Wilson. W: Sorry. Mr. Wilson went to Washington last Monday for a conference, and will be back on Thursday night. If you like, you may come again on Friday morning. Q: When will Mr. Wilson return? 3. W: Carol made up for her lost time by working overtime. 　M: No wonder I saw her working the weekend shift. Q: What did Carol do at the weekend? 4. W: Janet sounded worried about her grades. M: But she’s getting A’s & B’s, isn’t she? Q: What does the man imply about Janet? 5. W: The museum exhibit that our professor recommended just closed. Yesterday was the last day.  　M: Oh, really? I was really looking forward to seeing it.  　Q: What does the man mean?  6. W: Hey! What do you think you are doing? There’s a queue, you know.   M: Is there? Sorry … I didn’t mean to push in. I didn’t realize there was a queue. Q: What is the man most likely to do next? 7. M: Good morning. Can I help you? W: I hope so. I bought the apples here yesterday and when I got home I found half of them were rotten. Q: What’s the probable relationship between the two speakers? 8. W: I hope you like the novel I lent you. I wasn’t sure whether it was the kind of book you would be interested in. M: You know, I had the same doubt at first. But once I started I simply couldn’t put it down.  Q: What does the man mean?   9. W: Tom, how are you finding life on campus this year? M: Much the same as the last. Q: What does Tom mean? 10. M: I wish I hadn’t thrown away that reading list! W: I thought you might regret it. That’s why I picked it up from the waste paper basket and left it on the desk. Q: What do we learn from the conversation?   Section B Directions: In Section B, you will hear several longer conversation(s) and short passage(s), and you will be asked several questions on each of the conversation(s) and the passage(s). The conversation(s) and passage(s) will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage. By the end of the term I hope you’ll be convinced that formal writing always requires revision. Sometimes it requires a fairly major rewriting of the paper. Some students may have the mistaken idea that revision means simply making corrections in spelling and grammar. I call that proof-reading. What I expect you to do as you revise is to value and improve the overall effectiveness of your paper. But how can you tell if your paper is effective? Well, for example, start by asking yourself these questions: Is the topic restricted enough to be fully discussed within the given links? Are the main ideas clear? Are they supported by the specific details in the examples? Do they move smoothly from one idea to the next? You’ll need enough time for a possible major repair, that is, you may have to make a lot of changes before your paper becomes really clear to the reader. So I’ll expect a draft of each paper two weeks before the final due date. That way I can criticize it and get it back in time for you to revise it. Then you can turn in a final draft for grading. This process may seem like a great deal of trouble at first but I think you will find it valuable. In fact after you finish this course I doubt that you will ever turn in a term paper without first revising it carefully. Questions: 11. What should the students’ aim be when they revise their work? 12. When should the first draft be turned in? 13. What is the purpose of the talk?  Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.        This is the local daily news. More than half of British airline pilots say they have fallen asleep during flight, a survey said yesterday.        According to BALPA, the British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA), 300 out of 500 commercial pilots surveyed admitted being asleep during work. And one third of these sleeping pilots said that they had woken up to find their co-pilot also asleep.        Pilot exhaustion became the headlines and aroused public concern this week when a newspaper reported two pilots on a British flight fell asleep, leaving the full plane travelling automatically in the air. The survey came before the European governments decide on the air rule changes.        The rule changes would mean that pilots could work a total of 110 hours in a two-week period, more than the 95-hour limit under the current regulations, and at night pilots could be expected to fly for up to 11 hours, against a current 10-hour limit.        Many people are worried about the changes. Tiredness is already a major challenge for pilots who are deeply concerned that unscientific new EU rules will increase levels of tiredness, which is believed to be the leading cause for air accidents, beating mechanical faults and natural threats such as storms or fogs. Questions: 14. How many pilots surveyed have found their co-pilots asleep during flight? 15. What is the air rule change proposed by European governments? 16. What is the No. 1 reason for flight accidents? Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation. M: Hi, Betty, it’s nice to see you here. Thank god the final examination is over, and we don’t have to stay up all night to cram all the academic stuff into our minds. W: Yes. That’s true. And now we can look forward to the summer holiday. I’ve been thinking of going to the United States for some time. M: Well, I think it would be much better for you to go on holiday here in England than to the U.S. To start with, it’s much nearer, and so it would be much cheaper to get around. That means you will  have far more money to buy things you like.  W: That may be true. But I still want to go to the U.S. Just thinking about when you get there, there are so many different things to see, and places to go. Imagine you could go to New York, San Francisco, the Grand Canyon, and Disney World! That’s really cool.  M: Exactly! Disney World! I have been dreaming of going there ever since my childhood. W: So, you are gonna change your mind, aren’t you? M: No, I’m kind of still worrying about the cost of taking a trip to the U.S. That’s a lot of money. Meanwhile, if you stay here in England, you can probably take up some part-time jobs. Then you can even earn some extra money to support your study next semester.  W: Yeah, maybe you are right. I’ll think it over, and talk about it with my parents while I’m home. After all, it is they who pay for my study here in the university. Questions: 17. What are the two speakers talking about? 18. Why does the man advise the woman to spend her holiday in England? 19. Why does the woman want to spend her summer holiday in the U.S.? 20. What does the woman decide to do at last? 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$第 1页 共 11页1 2024 学年第二学期上大附中诊断测试 高二 英语试卷 （满分 140分，120分钟完成，答案一律写在答题卡和答题纸上） I. Listening Comprehension （25分） Section A Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard. 1. A. In the library. B. In the teaching building. C. Under a big tree. D. Between the teachers’ offices. 2. A. On Thursday night. B. On Monday afternoon. C. On Friday morning. D. On Wednesday afternoon. 3. A. Lost her time. B. Made up a story about time. C. Worked an extra shift. D. Changed her working conditions. 4. A. She may fail the exam. B. She shouldn’t have been worried. C. She should work harder. D. She needn’t take any more courses. 5. A. He has already seen the exhibit. B. He already knew the exhibit was closed. C. He is pleased the exhibit is closed. D. He is disappointed the exhibit is closed. 6. A. Stand where he was. B. Stand beside the woman. C. Stand at the end of the queue. D. Stand in front of the woman. 7. A. Colleagues. B. Doctor and patient. C. Neighbors. D. Shop assistant and customer. 8. A. He enjoyed reading the novel. B. He hasn’t started reading the novel yet. C. He doubts the woman will like the novel. D. He’ll lend the woman the novel after he has read it. 9. A. Still he doesn’t like living on campus. B. School has changed little since last year. C. He has made many new friends. D. He enjoys campus life all the same. 第 2页 共 11页2 10. A. The man regrets being absent-minded. B. The woman saved the man some trouble. C. The man placed the reading list on a desk. D. The woman emptied the waste paper basket. Section B: Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage. 11. A. To make corrections in spelling and grammar. B. To make the main idea clear to the reader. C. To add more specific details and examples. D. To improve its overall effectiveness. 12. A. By the end of the term. B. Before the paper becomes clear to the reader. C. Two weeks before the final due date. D. After you finish the course. 13. A. To review material covered in an earlier lecture. B. To change students’ approach to writing. C. To point out an example of good writing. D. To give an assignment for the next class. Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage. 14. A.100. B. 200. C. 300. D. 500. 15. A. To lengthen the limit of working hours of the pilots. B. To strictly punish the pilots who fall asleep when flying. C. To shorten the pilots’ night flying time. D. To find new ways to fix mechanical problems. 16. A. Poor cooperation between the pilot and the co-pilot. B. Automatic flight adopted by most planes. C. Pilot exhaustion during the flights. D. Natural threats including storms and fogs. Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation. 17. A. Their assignment. B. Their academic research. C. Their summer holiday plan . D. Their final exam. 18. A. Because it will cost her less money. 第 3页 共 11页3 B. Because it will be more interesting. C. Because it provides part-time jobs here. D. Because it is much safer. 19. A. Because she does not have too much money. B. Because it’s cool during the summer holiday in the U.S. C. Because there are different sceneries and places in the U.S. D. Because she’s been dreaming to go to Disney World. 20. A. Ask her parents to pay for the trip. B. Discuss the plan with her parents. C. Do some part-time jobs during the vacation. D. Stay in the university without going anywhere. II. Grammar and Vocabulary Section A （10分） Directions: After reading the passages below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank. The Timeless（永恒的）Message of “Ne Zha 2: The Devil’s Birth” Introduction Recently, the animated film Ne Zha: The Devil’s Birth (also known as Ne Zha 2) (21)__________(fascinate) audiences worldwide with its breathtaking visuals, interesting storytelling and profound themes. As a modern retelling of a classic Chinese legend, the movie explores the timeless struggle between fate and free will, (22)__________(make) it a rich source of inspiration for discussions on identity, resilience（抗逆力）and the power of choice. This essay examines the film’s central message and its relevance to our lives. Defying（反抗的）Fate At the core of Ne Zha 2 is the character's rebellion against his predetermined fate. (23)__________(bear) as an “evil child,” Ne Zha is fated to bring destruction to his village. However, he refuses to accept this fate, declaring, “(24)__________ the world calls me a demon（恶魔） , I will live as one and change my destiny!” This powerful statement reflects the universal human desire to take control of one's life, even in the face of immense difficulties. Ne Zha's story serves as a powerful reminder (25)__________ we are not bound by the circumstances of our birth or the expectations of others. The Journey of Self-Discovery Throughout the film, Ne Zha sets about a journey of self-discovery. He learns to embrace his unique identity and make use of his inner strength. The movie emphasizes that true power lies not in meeting social expectations but in understanding and accepting 第 4页 共 11页4 oneself. This theme is particularly relevant in today's world, (26)__________ individuals often struggle with social pressures and the need for self-acceptance. Ne Zha's story encourages us to look within and find the courage to be loyal to (27)__________. The Power of Choice One of (28)__________(impressive) aspects of Ne Zha 2 is its emphasis on the power of choice. (29)_________ being born with a cursed（被诅咒的） fate, Ne Zha chooses to fight for (30)__________ he believes is right. His journey illustrates that while we may not control our circumstances, we can always choose how to respond to them. This message is both empowering and inspiring, reminding us that our choices define who we are. Section B (10%) Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A. launched B. utilized C. complete D. jointly E. contribute F. react G. currently H. accessible I. specifically J. recognized K. reliable Sanofi Launches Grant(拨款) to Help Children with Diabetes(糖尿病) To celebrate the 60th anniversary of China-France diplomatic ties, the French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi cooperated with the Shanghai Soong Ching Ling Foundation to ___31___unveil（为...揭幕）the Sanofi China Charity Grant on Thursday, as part of the company's efforts to further participate in the Chinese market and ___32___ to local people's well-being. As one of the first French companies to enter China, Sanofi has continuously increased investment and promoted innovation in the health care sector over the past few decades. The company has been committed to making innovative medicine and medical services more ___33___ to Chinese people, said Wayne Shi, president of Sanofi Greater China. Olivier Charmel, the company's executive vice-president, said Sanofi has benefited a lot from its long-term investment in China and will always stand as a ___34___ partner. The company expects to further contribute to the exchanges between China and France not only in the field of health care, but also in science, economy, and culture. Shi said the company __35___ the Sanofi China Charity Grant with an aim to better meet the health needs in China, and its first project will ___36___ focus on diabetes mellitus in children and adolescents. Ji Linong, director of Department of Endocrinology at Peking University People's Hospital, highly ___37___ the importance of the diabetes project at a panel discussion held after the launch ceremony. He said China ___38___ ranks fourth in the world for the number of children and adolescents suffering from type 1 diabetes. 第 5页 共 11页5 With the help of the charity grant, Ji said he expects China to establish a more ___39___ health care system especially for type 1 diabetes. Doctors, professional equipment and nutritionists should be provided to help patients correctly inject insulin and effectively control blood sugar levels. In addition to diabetes, the Sanofi China Charity Grant will also be ___40___ to fight with other diseases such as immunity diseases. It is expected to directly benefit over 10,000 people and indirectly benefit more than one million people in the next three years. III. Reading Comprehension Section A(15分) Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. A recent survey in the United States showed that the average family spent more money on its pets than on its children. Although this is a rather shocking statistics, it should not ___41___ anyone who has seen the beautiful doggy bedroom or the comfortable gardens where loved pets rest. It is possible that Americans are unique in treating their little friends in this way, but the information we have suggests that the English, too, are ___42___ to their pets. This can clearly be seen when we look at pet foods, which often contain more vitamins than human food or, at least, are ___43___ less nutritious. They certainly cost much. Last year the British public spent two hundred million pounds on pet food alone, ___44___ veterinary (兽医的) bills or animal furniture. It is difficult not to feel ___45___ with this when one considers what the same amount could do for victims of starvation and poverty, so it is ___46___ for me to get angry when I read an old man left all his money to his dog home. There are a variety of reasons why I find the popularity of British pets ___47___. They cause physical problems. An example of this is New York where they have great difficulty getting rid of the mess that dogs leave on the streets. Many people find this funny, but in a number of large cities it is a major problem. Animals can cause disease, too. It is the threat of rabies---a disease with no known cure---that has made the English government impose strict ___48___ on animals coming into the United Kingdom. When the Spanish government recently ___49___ a number of homeless dogs as protection against the same threat, English tourist immediately wrote letters to the newspapers ___50___ about mass murder. Another problem is the ___51___ of pet owners. Most little children want a dog or a cat, and they continually pester their mothers and fathers until they get one. It is only when the sweet little thing has been brought home that the parents realize how much time 第 6页 共 11页6 and money must be spent on "Rover" or "Bonzo". Then they just ___52___ it. This brings me to my last point. Pets, which run free, are often not ___53___ at all. English farmers lose hundreds of sheep a year, killed by someone's pet and you must have read of children being hurt by some pets of their own. ___54___, I would only suggest that we have got our ___55___ wrong and that something should be done about it. Section B (每题 2分） Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A) Among my oldest friends, I’m known as the mysterious one, the guy who rarely shows up, is always there not here. I had high school buddies, and I loved them all dearly though we boys didn’t say such things back then. Then life happened. Most of us left our hometown. Meet-ups become rare occasions. One of those old friends, whom I had not seen since our high school graduation, reached out recently to say he’d be near where I am, and hoped we could meet up. He’d done the same thing about 10 years ago, and I’d begged off for some stupid reason related to my shyness, or rather, my introverted nature. I’m older and a bit wiser now, and I’ve been packing around some guilt over that missed opportunity for 10 years, so I agreed 41. A. alert B. surprise C. disappoint D. interest 42. A. critical B. polite C. subject D. available 43. A. seldom B. far C. frequently D. totally 44. A. in spite of B. regardless of C. not to mention D. rather than 45. A. delighted B. patient C. concerned D. unsatisfied 46. A. usual B. natural C. ridiculous D. essential 47. A. inevitable B. understandable C. unacceptable D. common 48. A. orders B. punishments C. treatments D. restrictions 49. A. cured B. destroyed C. enclosed D. drove 50. A. inquiring B. caring C. worrying D. complaining 51. A. thoughtlessness B. hesitation C. expectation D. kindness 52. A. isolate B. scold C. desert D. bind 53. A. funny B. sweet C. precious D. loving 54. A. Nevertheless B. Moreover C. Therefore D. Meanwhile 55. A. mind B. behaviour C. ability D. priority 第 7页 共 11页7 readily. We met for dinner, perhaps two hours, and hardly had I felt at ease with other humans as I did with him. We talked and talked. About who we were then. Who we are now. And what made us the jerks（傻瓜）we were then. We acknowledged that if not for each other, and the circles of good people we ran with back then, the good friends who kept us reasonably on track and in check, life could have easily gone south for either of us. Each of us recalled things the other had no memory of. Fragments of memories, scattered yet precious. We know we were tight then, and we value that friendship and shared experience still today. People are fundamentally social beings and enjoy connecting with others. Maintaining social connections is good for our mental and physical health. However, despite the importance and enjoyment of social connection, people significantly underestimate how much others will appreciate being reached out to. There’s something about the friends you make in youth that’s nearly impossible to recreate with friends you make later in life. I’m telling you this to remind you that your old friends would love to hear from you, maybe a simple text, a little hello, maybe even a phone call or a meetup. 56．The author refused the meet-up about 10 years ago probably because ______. A．he was not a sociable man. B．he was not clever enough. C．he lived far away from his friends. D．he felt guilty about his friends. 57．Which of the following best describes the author’s feeling during the dinner? A．Anxious and nervous. B．Excited and energetic. C．Comfortable and relaxed. D．Sad and regretful. 58．What does the author imply by saying “life could have easily gone south for either of us” in paragraph 3? A．They could have easily been off the track in life. B．They might have settled down in the southern region. C．Their friendship could have easily turned bad. D．They could have faced financial difficulties. 59．What is the main purpose of the article? A．To describe the author’s reunion with an old friend. B．To reflect on the value of friendships formed in youth. C．To encourage readers to contact their old friends. D．To discuss the importance of social connections. (B) 第 8页 共 11页8 Mount Cook National Park is home of the highest mountains and the longest glaciers （冰川） . It is alpine(高山)in the purest sense—with skyscraping peaks, glaciers and permanent snow fields, all set under a star-studded sky. Key Highlights Although it includes 23 peaks over 3,000 metres high, this park is very accessible. State Highway 80 leading to Mt Cook Village which is situated beside scenic Lake Pukakiand provides a comfortable base for alpine activities. Far from city lights, the stargazing here is magnificent—Aoraki Mount Cook National Park forms the majority of New Zealand’s only International Dark Sky Reserve. Mountaineers regard the area to be the best climbing region, while less skilled adventurers find plenty of satisfaction with the mountain walks that lead to alpine tarns, herb fields and spectacular glacier views. Encounters with cheeky kea (mountain parrots) are part of the fun. Key Activities Mountain walks There are 10 short walks beginning near the village. All tracks are formed and well marked. The Red Tams Track, Kea Point and the Hooker Valley Track each take around two hours return. For more experienced alpine hikers, there are three mountain pass routes-over the Mueller. Copland and Ball passes. Glacier viewing and skiing Helicopters and ski—planes provide access to the park’s fabulous glaciers. The Tasman Glacier is an excellent choice for intermediate skiers, while the Murchison, Darwin and Bonney glaciers promise excitement for advanced skiers. From October until May, you can explore the Tasman Glacier’s terminal lake by boat. Mountaineering Climbing Mount Cook remains the ultimate challenge, but there are many other peaks to attract experienced climbers. Tasman, MalteBrun, Elie de Beaumont, Sefton and La Perouse are quite popular. Key Tips ●Climbers don’t require permits but are requested to complete a trip intentions form. ●Local guides are available for climbing, walking and glacier skiing. ●Winter climbing is an extreme sport—only recommended for well-prepared, experienced mountaineers. ●The weather can change very suddenly-be prepared for heavy rainfall, snow or high winds. ●The park has an airport serving domestic commercial flights and scenic flight operators. 第 9页 共 11页9 60.Which is one of the characteristics of Mount Cook National Park? A．It is alpine in the purest sense and hard to reach. B．It provides star-shining night skies for visitors. C．It attracts less skilled climbers to all alpine activities. D．It guarantees visitors a sight of cheeky kea. 61．Mike is an experienced climber and may find ______ the most exciting. A．Mountaineering on Elie de Beaumont B．Mountain walks via Hooker Valley Track C．Skiing on Tasman Glacier D．Climbing Mount Cook 62．If you are a visitor to the park, you should ______. A．properly evaluate your own experience and skill B．get your permit prepared before you start to climb C．hire local guides to help you to train for climbing D．avoid exploring glaciers in winter (C) Allan T. Demaree, a retired executive editor of Fortune magazine, gladly makes donations to Princeton University, his alma mater. His son, who also went to Princeton, points to its endowment (捐赠基金) of $15.8 billion, and will not give it a penny. “Why give money to an institution that can seemingly live off its interest when other very deserving entities need money to function tomorrow?” asked the son, Heath Demaree, a professor at Case Western Reserve University who instead donates to Virginia Tech, where he was a graduate student. His question captures how the wealth collected by elite universities like Princeton through soaring endowments over the past decade has widened the divide between a small group of dramatically wealthy universities and all others. The result is that America’s already stratified (形成阶层的 ) system of higher education is becoming ever more so, and the gap is creating all sorts of tensions as the less wealthy colleges try to compete. Even state universities are going into fund-raising overdrive and trying to increase endowments to catch up. The wealthiest colleges can tap their endowments to give considerable financial aid to families earning $180,000 or more. They can tempt star professors with high salaries and hard-to-get apartments. They are starting advanced new research laboratories, expanding their campuses and putting up architecturally notable buildings. Higher education has always been stratified, but the differences were never as large as today. The last decade brought a sea change, as skilled money managers hired by the universities moved their portfolios (投资组合 ) into high-performing investments, and 第 10页 共 11页10 endowments skyrocketed. For a long time, top public research universities could rely on enough public subsidy (补贴 ) to hold their own, when the taxpayer money was combined with tuition and fund-raising. But nowadays, that world is changing. The University of California, Berkeley has a $3 billion endowment, but it is stretched across 34,000 students. And with state budget cuts approaching, Robert Birgeneau, its president, fears he will no longer be able to attract the best professors and students. “It will cost less for a student from a family with an income of $180,000 to go to Harvard than for a student with a family income of $90,000 to go to Berkeley,” he said, taking into account Harvard’s recent decision to give more financial aid to families earning up to $180,000 annually. 63. What do we learn about Heath Demaree? A. He donated to Virginia Tech. B. He donated as much as his father. C. He donated to Princeton University. D. He donated to Case Western Reserve University. 64. What is said about state universities? A. They are expanding their campuses. B. They are raising funds to increase endowments. C. They manage to attract elite professors and students. D. They are starting sophisticated new research laboratories. 65. What can we learn about top public research universities at present? A. They can not hold their own just with state support. B. The taxpayer money is combined with tuition and fund-raising. C. Despite possible state budget cut, they do not need more endowment. D. They can depend on enough public subsidy to lure professors and students. 66. What’s the best title for the passage? A. Upsides and Downsides of Endowments B. Harvard or Berkeley? C. Endowments Widen a Higher Education Gap D. Farewell to Stratified Endowment Section C （每题 2分） Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences 第 11页 共 11页11 than you need. A．Gratitude can also make us feel good physically. B．Therefore, it’s easy to tell that gratitude is advantageous to us. C．It is the feeling of being grateful and wanting to express our thanks. D．It can help promote stronger relationships with family, friends or even colleagues. E．One reason for this, is that gratitude stops us from reflecting on negative emotions. F． It is a deeper appreciation for someone or something that makes us feel a positive emotion. Why gratitude is good for you Gratitude is more than just saying “thank you” to someone who has helped us or given us a gift. 67 And this positive emotion can be good for our health — our emotional and physical health, as well as the health of our relationships. Let’s start by looking at the emotional or mental health benefits of expressing gratitude. There have been many studies, as described in a 2018 paper from the Greater Good Science Center titled “The Science of Gratitude” , showing that writing a gratitude letter to another person or writing in a gratitude journal, if done regularly, improves mental health. 68 But even if we don’t share our writing with anyone, like in a journal, the act of completing the exercise alone makes us happier and more satisfied with life. And this gets better with time. As we are essentially training our brain to be more in tune with noticing the positive, after several weeks or months, this becomes more intuitive. And so, the more we express gratitude, the more positive we feel. 69 There are studies linking a gratitude practice to better sleep quality, better eating habits, and reduced infection in people who have had heart problems. So gratitude is clearly good for us, but is it also good for the people in our lives? The simple answer is “yes” . When shared — spoken or written — gratitude is about feeling valued and helping others feel valued too. 70 And that’s on top of all the other ways gratitude is clearly good for us. Maybe we should all stop counting sheep or counting calories and start counting our blessings instead? IV. Summary Writing （10分） Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible. 71. Reasons Why There are Mirrors in Elevators（电梯） The elevator is a modern miracle. It’s a tiny space — a metal box that allows us to travel at high speed, often with a random group of strangers. Yet, though riding in an elevator is an everyday experience, it can still be a bit anxiety-provoking. It’s no accident that mirrors are found in most elevators. You might not realize it, but 第 12页 共 11页12 mirrors are a standard design element that serves multiple functions to help you psychologically manage your elevator ride. Many people feel claustrophobic（引起幽闭恐怖的）in a lift. It’s a confined space （密闭狭小的空间）with limited oxygen, and it can be challenging to see what’s going on outside as the elevator doors close and it starts moving. Look to the mirror if you feel your heart racing in a confined space like an elevator. A mirror in a lift can help relieve your anxiety by giving the sensation of more space, making it feel less crowded or narrow, and lessening the feeling of confinement. The mirror allows you to see what others are doing in the lift. For example, you can see your fellow passengers’ facial expressions and what their hands are doing. As a result, mirrors can discourage theft or unwanted touching. Mirrors can also prevent accidents. For example, if you are in a wheelchair or transporting a bulky object. It’s easy to become bored in an elevator, and mirrors are an excellent way to entertain yourself. You can fix your hair or check out the other occupants. Without a mirror, everyone would have to stare at the floor. Being distracted by the mirror gives an impression of less time being spent inside. V. Translation （15分） Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets. 72. 在做出最后决定之前，你最好考虑学生们的建议。(account) 73. 与他人相比，那些更有同情心的人倾向于向慈善机构捐款。(lean) 74. 那些志愿者频繁伸出援手，照亮了许多人的生活，特别是给陷入绝境的人带来 希望。(reach) 75. 有时解决这些复杂的社会问题可能会很棘手，这需要我们共同努力，做一连串 的工作，以获得丰富经验。(tricky) V. Guided Writing: (25分) Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 学校英语报向高二学生进行征文，题目为“我的寒假生活”。请你写一篇文章 投稿。具体要求如下： 1. 详细描述一件你寒假亲身经历且有意义的事情； 2. 简要谈谈你对此事的感受。 命题人：李云霞 审卷人：孙雪菲