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延边第二中学2024-2025学年度第二学期 第一次阶段检测高二英语试卷 (试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟) 第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分) 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. What is Laura going to do on Sunday? A. Attend a party. B. Bake a wedding cake. C. Accompany her parents. 2. Why is Greg unhappy? A. He wasn’t invited to Lisa’s award ceremony. B. John didn’t tell him the award ceremony. C. Lisa turned down his invitation. 3. What did the apartment manager ask Rachel to do? A. Find a flat mate. B. Pay a $500 deposit. C. Sign a lease at once. 4. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A job fair. B. A coming interview. C. An applicant. 5. How does the man feel now? A. Tired. B. Worried. C. Relaxed. 第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。 6. What kind of books does the woman like most? A. Travel books. B. Detective novels. C. Science fiction. 7. What is the woman? A. A bookstore staff. B. A teacher. C. A writer. 听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。 8. When will Course A classes be given? A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening. 9. How many classes are there in Course B every week? A. Four. B. Eight. C. Twelve. 听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。 10. Where is the new Italian restaurant? A. It’s near the river. B. It’s on River Street. C. It’s in front of a Tea House. 11. When did the woman go to the restaurant last week? A On Wednesday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday. 12. How much did the woman spend in the restaurant? A.$8. B.$9.50. C.$10. 听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。 13. What did Tanya use to do? A. Run in the evening. B. Swim in the pool. C. Ride a bike. 14. What is Steven’s hobby? A. Taking photos. B. Playing football. C. Cycling. 15. Who is Linda? A. Paolo’s mother. B. Paolo’s sister. C. Paolo’s friend. 16. What will the speakers do next? A. Take a walk. B. Go shopping. C. Watch a game. 听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。 17. When will the sale begin? A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday. 18. Which item will cost $575? A. The refrigerator. B. The dishwasher. C. The washing machine. 19. What service will be offered during the promotion? A. All items at a 60% discount. B. Interest-free credit. C. Quicker checkout. 20. What can people do at the entrance of the market? A. Take a gift. B. Taste nice coffee. C. Get a membership card. 第二部分阅读理解(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，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项。 A Wifi UltraBoost Have you ever noticed how much slower your Internet gets during the peak hours of the day? Luckily, there's finally a solution! It takes only one simple device, Wifi UltraBoost, to put an end to this and many other annoying Internet problems! How does it work? Wifi UltraBoost spots your existing signal, improving its characteristics and then sends already expanded Wi-Fi through all the barriers it meets on its way—whether it's concrete walls or multiple floors. It also solves our main problem-Internet providers slowing down the speed — by preventing data usage reports from reaching Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the first place. What are the main features of it? • Works with any Internet router (路由器). • Uses the frequency of 2. 4 GHz. • Transfers rates of up to 300Mbps. • Easy to set up. What problems does it solve? • Slow Internet connection. • Weak Wi-Fi signals beyond 30 meters. • Bad quality of video calls. • Wi-Fi "dead spots" around your house. • Thick walls that weaken the signal. How to use it? • Step 1: Get Wifi UltraBoost from the official website. • Step 2: Plug Wifi UltraBoost into a socket (插座)and start the equipment. • Step 3: Be amazed at your Wi-Fi speed! Why get Wifi UltraBoost today? Wifi UltraBoost brings noticeable results immediately after you plug it in. For a limited time, Wifi UltraBoost is available to you 60% cheaper (instead of $99. 99)! Order now and enjoy your improved Internet connection! 1. What is Wifi UltraBoost? A. An application to transform networks. B. An organization to limit Internet speed. C. A piece of equipment to improve Wi-Fi. D. A formal provider to offer Internet service. 2. What can Wifi UltraBoost do? A. Guarantee high-quality video calls. B. Help Internet routers function normally. C. Set up connection among Wi-Fi signals. D. Save the electricity used to surf the Internet. 3. What might be the current price of Wifi UltraBoost? A. $ 99.99. B. $59.99. C. $ 69,99. D. $ 39.99. 【答案】1. C 2. A 3. D 【解析】 【分析】本文是一篇应用文。文章是一则广告主要推荐了一款Wi-Fi增强器，介绍了它的工作原理、特点和功能等信息。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的最后一句“It takes only one simple device, WifiBooster, to put an end to this and many other annoying Internet problems (只需要一个简单的设备，WifiBooster，来结束这个和许多其他恼人的互联网问题)”可知，WifiBooster是一款提升网速并可以解决许多其他网络问题的设备。故选C项。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据What problems does it solve?(它解决了什么问题)部分中的“Bad quality of video calls.(视频通话质量差)”可知，WifiBooster可以解决视频通话质量差的问题，即保证你拥有高质量的视频通话，故选A项。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据Why get WifiBooster today?(为什么今天要使用WifiBooster)部分中“WifiBooster is available to you 60% cheaper (instead of 99.99) ! (WifiBooster可以便宜60%，原价99.99美元。）”可计算出，这款Wi-Fi增强器当前的价格为$99.99*（1-60%）=$39.99，故选D项。 B A new legend is born, one that has already enriched the myth of the Teahupo’o Wave. It’s not about a defeated warrior’s skull or legendary chiefs, but about an impressive battle in the tubes, the prelude to the victory of a young Vairao champion. Surf fans remember the cheers of the French team mixed with tears of joy for their cadet, Kauli Vaast, when they learned he would represent France at the Paris Olympic Games. He had qualified by topping the European rankings at the ISA World Championships in El Salvador in May and June 2023. Spotted ten years ago by Raimana Van Bastolaer, and accompanied by Michel Bourez who is “like his big brother,” Kauli was inspired by Gabriel Medina, fascinated by Jeremy Flores (future manager of the French Olympic team), and supported by all the guys from Teahupo’o. He became a triple European Junior Champion. Selected for the French national team for the first time in 2023, and then coached by Hira Teriinatofa, a double ISA world champion with the French team, the little prince of Teahupo’o was determined to enter the big leagues. A few months later, as he himself admitted, the unbelievable power was with him. In the final, at the start of the heat (a 35-minute heat in this case), the swell was more than just indecisive. When a series of waves with unexpected tubes came up, Kauli, who knew these sometimes changeable waves well, set off and overcame one of the only breakers of the day, earning a well-deserved 9.5. Australia’s Jack Robinson, ranked 3rd in the world, also hit a tube, scoring 7.83. A few minutes later, Kauli added an 8.17 to secure the victory: he had caught the last wave of the heat. Now the face of a popular luxury brand, an Olympic champion, and a competitor for the top spot in the world surfing rankings, can Kauli Vaast get a big head? 4. Which sport is Kauli devoted to? A. Ski Champion. B. Swimming Leagues. C. Surfing Champion. D. Basketball Leagues. 5. What does Paragraph 3 mainly demonstrate? A. Great minds think alike. B. Success is always a bed of roses. C. Heroes always have a humble start. D. Help from others is appreciated. 6. What was crucial to Kauli’s victory in the final according to Paragraph 4? A. Jack Robinson’s lower score on a tube wave. B. His dominance over the highest single-wave score. C. The unpredictable swell providing ideal wave conditions. D. His strategic timing to capitalize on the final opportunity. 7. What’s the meaning of the underlined words in the last paragraph? A. Generosity. B. Arrogance. C. Annoyance. D. Curiosity. 【答案】4. C 5. D 6. D 7. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了冲浪选手考利·瓦斯(Kauli Vaast)的成长历程，他在多方支持下取得优异成绩，还在比赛中夺冠并获得奥运参赛资格。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“A new legend is born, one that has already enriched the myth of the Teahupo’o Wave. It’s not about a defeated warrior’s skull or legendary chiefs, but about an impressive battle in the tubes, the prelude to the victory of a young Vairao champion.(一个新的传奇诞生了，它丰富了蒂阿胡波海浪的神话。这不是关于战败勇士的头骨或传奇酋长的故事，而是关于在浪管中一场令人印象深刻的战斗，这是年轻的韦劳冠军胜利的前奏)”以及后文多次提到冲浪相关内容可知，Kauli致力于冲浪运动，是冲浪冠军。故选C项。 【5题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第三段中“Spotted ten years ago by Raimana Van Bastolaer, and accompanied by Michel Bourez who is ‘like his big brother,’ Kauli was inspired by Gabriel Medina, fascinated by Jeremy Flores (future manager of the French Olympic team), and supported by all the guys from Teahupo’o.(十年前，考利被拉伊马纳·范·巴斯托拉尔发现，并由“像他大哥”的米歇尔·布雷兹陪伴。他受到加布里埃尔·梅迪纳的启发，被杰里米·弗洛雷斯(法国奥运队未来的经理)迷住，并得到了蒂阿胡波所有人的支持)”可知，这一段主要表明了Kauli得到了很多人的帮助。故选D项。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“A few minutes later, Kauli added an 8.17 to secure the victory: he had caught the last wave of the heat.(几分钟后，考利又得到了8.17分，确保了胜利：他抓住了这一轮的最后一波浪)”可知，Kauli在决赛中获胜的关键是他抓住最后一波浪的战略时机。故选D项。 【7题详解】 词句猜测题。根据最后一段中“Now the face of a popular luxury brand, an Olympic champion, and a competitor for the top spot in the world surfing rankings(现在他是一个知名奢侈品牌的代言人，是奥运冠军，也是世界冲浪排名榜首的竞争者)”可知，Kauli取得了很多成就，结合语境和选项可推知，句中是在问他会不会因此而变得傲慢。划线短语“get a big head”意思是“傲慢”，与“Arrogance”同义。故选B项。 C In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, economies, and daily life. The adoption of AI in sectors like healthcare, education, and finance has accelerated, driven by advancements in machine learning, natural language processing, and generative AI. A Gartner survey reveals that 80% of enterprises are now leveraging AI in some form, up from 50% in 2022, highlighting its rapid integration into business operations. One of the most notable trends in 2024 is the rise of generative AI tools, such as OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Google’s Gemini. These tools have revolutionized content creation, with 35% of companies using them for marketing, customer service, and product development, as reported by McKinsey. Additionally, the education sector has seen a surge in AI adoption, with 60% of high schools in the U.S. incorporating AI-powered platforms to personalize learning experiences, according to EdTech Magazine. However, the widespread use of AI has also raised concerns. A Pew Research study found that 52% of Americans are worried about AI’s impact on jobs, particularly in industries like retail and manufacturing, where automation is replacing human labor. On the other hand, 67% of professionals believe AI will create more jobs than it displaces, as noted in a World Economic Forum report. Ethical concerns, such as data privacy and algorithmic bias, remain critical challenges. For instance, 45% of consumers in a Deloitte survey expressed distrust in AI systems due to potential misuse of personal data. In conclusion, 2024 is a pivotal (关键的) year for AI, marked by unprecedented growth and adoption across industries. While challenges like job displacement and ethical concerns persist, the potential benefits of AI in driving innovation, efficiency, and personalized solutions are undeniable. As AI continues to evolve, its impact on society will depend on how effectively we address these challenges and harness its potential for good. 8. What is a key application of generative AI tools according to McKinsey? A. Automating retail manufacturing. B. Creating content for business purposes. C. Reducing educational costs. D. Monitoring data privacy violations. 9. What can be inferred about public opinions on AI’s impact? A. Retail workers strongly support AI-driven automation. B. Consumers distrust AI solely due to algorithmic bias. C Professionals and the general public hold conflicting views. D. Most Americans prioritize job creation over ethical concerns. 10. What does the author suggest is essential for AI’s positive societal impact? A. Accelerating technological advancements. B. Implementing strict global regulations on AI. C. Balancing innovation with ethical solutions. D. Expanding automation across industries. 11. Which is the best title for the text? A. AI in 2024: Progress and Challenges. B Ethical Dilemmas in AI Development. C. The Unstoppable Rise of AI Technology. D. How AI Transforms Education and Business. 【答案】8. B 9. C 10. C 11. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了2024年人工智能在各行业的广泛应用。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“These tools have revolutionized content creation, with 35% of companies using them for marketing, customer service, and product development, as reported by McKinsey.(据麦肯锡报道，这些工具彻底改变了内容创作，35%的公司将其用于营销、客户服务和产品开发)”可知，生成式AI工具的一个关键应用是为商业目的创作内容。故选B项。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中“A Pew Research study found that 52% of Americans are worried about AI’s impact on jobs, particularly in industries like retail and manufacturing, where automation is replacing human labor. On the other hand, 67% of professionals believe AI will create more jobs than it displaces, as noted in a World Economic Forum report.(皮尤研究中心的一项研究发现，52%的美国人担心人工智能对就业的影响，尤其是在自动化正在取代人力的零售和制造业等行业。另一方面，正如世界经济论坛的一份报告所指出的那样，67%的专业人士认为，人工智能创造的就业机会将超过它所取代的就业机会)”可知，专业人士人为人工智能会创造更多的就业机会，而普通公众认为它会取代就业机会。由此可知，专业人士和普通公众对人工智能的影响持有不同的观点。故选C项。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中“Ethical concerns, such as data privacy and algorithmic bias, remain critical challenges.(数据隐私和算法偏见等伦理问题仍是关键挑战)”和最后一段中“While challenges like job displacement and ethical concerns persist, the potential benefits of AI in driving innovation, efficiency, and personalized solutions are undeniable. As AI continues to evolve, its impact on society will depend on how effectively we address these challenges and harness its potential for good.(虽然诸如失业和道德问题等挑战仍然存在，但人工智能在推动创新、效率和个性化解决方案方面的潜在好处是不可否认的。随着人工智能的不断发展，它对社会的影响将取决于我们如何有效地应对这些挑战，并充分发挥其积极作用)”可知，人工智能面临的挑战包括数据隐私和算法偏见等伦理问题，失业和道德问题等，这些问题会带来不良的社会影响。由此推知，要让人工智能产生积极的社会影响，就需要平衡人工智能的创新与上述伦理问题解决方案，这至关重要。故选C项。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段中“In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, economies, and daily life. The adoption of AI in sectors like healthcare, education, and finance has accelerated(2024年，人工智能继续重塑各行业、经济和日常生活。人工智能在医疗、教育和金融等领域的应用加速了)”和第三段中“However, the widespread use of AI has also raised concerns(然而，人工智能的广泛使用也引发了担忧)”可知，文章既阐述了2024年人工智能的发展和应用进展，也提及了面临的挑战。A选项“AI in 2024: Progress and Challenges(2024年的人工智能：进展与挑战)”能概括文章内容，最适合做文章标题。故选A项。 D Sixty percent of Americans play video games daily, according to Techjury. In order to escape from the reality of quarantine (隔离), more people have turned to video games and VR (virtual reality) has become more popular than ever. The world of VR isn't new to the gaming industry. It has been an ongoing concept for years, dating back to the 1800s. NASA popularized VR technology in 1989, bringing light to advancements that had never been seen before, and in 1991, SEGA introduced VR to gamers. Gaming companies such as Oculus and HTC have redefined gaming by allowing players to involve themselves deeply in the world of VR through personal headsets. VR users are able to socialize through chat rooms, create 3D art and exercise through heart-pumping gameplay. Once a user puts on a headset, they are immediately transported into a virtual world. This allows the player to have a better experience compared to simply staring at a TV with a game controller. Although VR has many positive aspects, using virtual reality too much can cause health problems among users. When using VR, it is common for people to lose spatial (空间的) awareness. Therefore, users are encouraged to play in an area that is clear of furniture and other objects causing potential danger. Eye strain can also be caused by using VR too much, so it is important to limit your time playing in virtual reality and take breaks in order to minimize the possibility of experiencing negative health effects. How VR will develop in the future is unknown to us. However, new advancements for it are on the way. Teslasuit, a company specializing in VR equipment, is creating haptic (触觉的) suits for VR gameplay. These suits will allow users to feel aspects of VR while in game and will increase involvement, build 360-degree awareness and engage muscle memory. There are an endless number of possibilities that users can experience and create in VR, and the boundaries of the virtual world are limitless. 12. The second paragraph is mainly concerned with _______. A. the function of VR B. the origin of VR games C. the history of online games D. the future of the gaming industry 13. Compared with playing games on TV, playing VR games enables players to______. A. do physical exercise together in nature B. have a more realistic gaming experience C. enjoy better-quality pictures and sounds D. play games without disturbing others 14. What does the underlined word “strain” in Paragraph 4 probably mean? A. contact. B. Movement. C. Opening. D. Damage. 15. What attitude does the writer hold towards the future of VR? A. Negative. B. Objective. C. Confident. D. Suspicious. 【答案】12. B 13. B 14. D 15. C 【解析】 【分析】本文是一篇说明文。本文讲述了VR游戏的起源，它的优势和劣势，以及未来的发展趋势。 【12题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第二段前两句“The world of VR isn't new to the gaming industry. It has been an ongoing concept for years, dating back to the 1800s.(VR世界对游戏产业并不新鲜。多年来它一直是一个持续存在的概念，可追溯至19世纪)”中的date bake to可知，该段讲的是VR的起源。故选B项。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段第四行“Once a user puts on a headset, they're immediately transported into a virtual world. This allows the player to have a better experience compared to simply staring at a TV with a game controller. (一旦使用者带上了耳机，他们立即被带入一个虚拟世界。与仅仅使用游戏遥控盯着电视看相比，这使玩家有更好的体验)”可知，与在电视上玩游戏相比，玩VR游戏使玩家能够有更多的真实的游戏体验。故选B项。 【14题详解】 词句猜测题。根据后句“so it's important to limit your time playing in virtual reality.(所以限制你玩虚拟现实的时间是重要的)”中的limit your time(限制使用时间)可推测，strain的意思是“损伤”，与damage之意相同。故选D项。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段第一句“How VR will develop in the future is unknown to us. However, new advancements for it are on the way. (VR在未来如何发展我们还不知道。但是，它的新的进展已经在路上了)”中的new achievements及on the way可知，作者对VR的未来非常有自信的。故选C项。 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。 Picture this: you’re tramping through the rugged wilderness, surrounded by towering trees and breathtaking views. The sense of adventure is exhilarating, but what happens if you take a wrong turn or find yourself in an emergency? ____16____ It is a small device that is on a satellite network with good coverage across New Iceland. When you go adventures, PLBs can make a difference in ensuring your safety. Peace of mind The idea of carrying a PLB provides a significant boost in peace of mind. ____17____ Whether trekking through familiar trails or venturing into uncharted territory, a PLB ensures you’re never truly alone in an emergency. Equip yourself with this essential device and hike with the confidence that help is always within reach. Reliable connection Unlike mobile phones, which can lose signal or run out of battery, PLBs are designed to work in the most challenging environments. They operate on dedicated frequencies and have excellent batteries that can last for years without needing a charge. ____18____ A PLB’s signal can penetrate dense forests, deep canyons, and even stormy weather, ensuring your call for help gets through. ____19____ Investing in a PLB doesn’t have to break the bank. Prices for these devices have become more accessible and considering the potential cost of an unplanned search and rescue mission, a PLB is a small price to pay for your safety. ____20____ A PLB is necessary for any serious tramper. Its ability to provide a reliable, lifesaving connection to rescue services, regardless of your location, cannot be overstated. A. Spot tracker B. Affordable Safety C. This reliability is crucial when every second counts. D. If you can’t afford one, they are readily available for hire as well. E. This is where a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) becomes an invaluable tool. F. They use a different network to PLBs and have less coverage and a weaker signal. G. Knowing you have a direct line to rescue services allows you to explore more confidently. 【答案】16. E 17. G 18. C 19. B 20. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章介绍了个人定位信标（PLB）在冒险时如何确保安全。 【16题详解】 上文“what happens if you take a wrong turn or find yourself in an emergency?(如果你走错了路或发现自己处于紧急状态会发生什么呢？)”提到一个困境，下文“It is a small device that is on a satellite network with good coverage across New Iceland.(这是一个小型设备，在卫星网络上，覆盖整个新冰岛)”介绍了一种救援设备，空处应是引入这个设备，E项“这就是个人定位信标（PLB）成为宝贵工具的地方”符合语境，下文的“It”指代E项中的“Personal Locator Beacon (PLB)”，故选E。 【17题详解】 根据本段小标题“Peace of mind(安心)”和上文“The idea of carrying a PLB provides a significant boost in peace of mind.(携带 PLB的想法可以大大促进内心的平静)”可知，本段主要讲携带这个设备让人安心，G项“知道你有直接的救援服务可以让你更自信地探索”符合本段主旨，故选G。 【18题详解】 根据本段小标题“Reliable connection(可靠的连接)”和下文“A PLB’s signal can penetrate dense forests, deep canyons, and even stormy weather, ensuring your call for help gets through.(PLB的信号可以穿透茂密的森林、深谷，甚至是暴风雨天气，确保你的求救信号能够传递出去)”可知，PLB信号连接可靠，下文提到这种可靠的信号连接在紧急情况下的重要性，C项“当每一秒都很重要时，这种可靠性至关重要”符合语境，C项中“when every second counts”呼应下文的“dense forests, deep canyons, and even stormy weather”，故选C。 【19题详解】 空处是段落小标题，根据本段中“Investing in a PLB doesn’t have to break the bank. Prices for these devices have become more accessible(投资PLB不一定会让你倾家荡产。这些设备的价格已经变得更容易获得)”可知，本段主要讲PLB价格不贵，B项“负担得起的安全”符合语境，概括本段。故选B。 【20题详解】 根据上文“Prices for these devices have become more accessible and considering the potential cost of an unplanned search and rescue mission, a PLB is a small price to pay for your safety.(这些设备的价格已经变得更容易获得，考虑到意外搜索和救援任务的潜在成本，为了你的安全，PLB是一个很小的代价)”提到PLB价格不贵，D项“如果你负担不起，它们也很容易被租用”承接上文，也是关于其价格，故选D。 第三部分语言知识运用(共三节，满分40分) 第一节完形填空(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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 When I was 15, I thought I had it all figured out. I was a straight-A student, the captain of the soccer team, and had a close-knit group of friends. But during a match, I suffered a ___21___ injury — a torn ACL. The doctor said I wouldn’t be able to play for at least a year. For someone whose identity was tied to being an ___22___, this felt like the end of the world. The months that followed were dark. I ___23___ from my friends, stopped caring about school, and spent most of my time alone. I felt like a failure, and I couldn’t see a way out. But then, something inside me ___24___. I realized I had a choice: I could either let this injury define me, or I could use it as a / an ___25___ to grow. I started small. I set ___26___ for myself — first, just getting out of bed and going to school every day. Then, I focused on my ___27___ again, finding joy in learning. I also took up new hobbies, like painting and writing, which helped me express my ___28___. But the ___29___ change came when I decided to face my fear of failure head-on. I joined a support group for teens dealing with injuries, and through that, I met others who were ___30___ similar struggles. ___31___ my story and hearing theirs made me realize I wasn’t alone. A year later, I was cleared to play soccer again. But by then, I had grown so much that the game no longer ___32___ me. I played because I loved it, not because I needed it to feel ___33___. Looking back, I realize my injury was one of the best things that ever happened to me. It forced me to ___34___ my fears, to grow in ways I never thought possible, and to discover strengths I didn’t know I had. I learned that life isn’t about avoiding ___35___ — it’s about how you climb back up. 21. A. minor B. emotional C. permanent D. severe 22. A. artist B. musician C. athlete D. writer 23. A. withdrew B. received C. learned D. borrowed 24 A. happened B. shifted C. bothered D. needed 25. A. confidence B. need C. motivation D. opportunity 26. A. rules B. records C. goals D. deadlines 27. A. health B. academics C. hobbies D. friendships 28. A. fears B. talents C. emotions D. dreams 29. A. easiest B. biggest C. fastest D. broadest 30. A. going through B. going ahead C. going along D. going for 31. A. Writing B. Reading C. Continuing D. Sharing 32. A. controlled B. limited C. defined D. inspired 33. A. worthy B. successful C. funny D. hopeful 34. A. ignore B. acknowledge C. confirm D. face 35. A. changes B. falls C. challenges D. failures 【答案】21. D 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. C 29. B 30. A 31. D 32. C 33. A 34. D 35. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者在比赛中受伤，一度情绪低落，疏远朋友。随着作者内心发生改变，作者开始重新看待受伤，将受伤看作成长的机会。 【21题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：但是在一场比赛中，我遭受了严重的伤病——前交叉韧带撕裂。A. minor较小的；B. emotional激动人心的；C. permanent永久的；D. severe严重的。根据后文“a torn ACL. The doctor said I wouldn’t be able to play for at least a year”（前交叉韧带撕裂，医生说至少一年不能踢球），可知这是一次严重的受伤。故选D。 【22题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：对于一个身份与运动员联系在一起的人来说，这感觉就像世界末日一样。A. artist艺术家；B. musician音乐家；C. athlete运动员；D. writer作家。由前文“the captain of the soccer team”（足球队队长）可知，作者是一名运动员。故选C。 【23题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我疏远了朋友，不再关心学校，大部分时间都一个人呆着。A. withdrew疏远，退出；B. received收到；C. learned学习；D. borrowed借来。根据后文“stopped caring about school, and spent most of my time alone”（不再关心学校，大部分时间独自度过），可知作者疏远了朋友，变得孤僻。故选A。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：但随后，我的内心发生了变化。A. happened发生；B. shifted转换；C. bothered麻烦；D. needed需要。根据后文 “I realized I had a choice: I could either let this injury define me, or I could use it as... to grow”（我意识到我有一个选择：要么让这次受伤定义我，要么把它当作成长的……），可知作者内心有了转变。故选B。 【25题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我意识到我有一个选择：我可以让这次伤病定义我，或者我可以把它当作一个成长的机会。A. confidence自信；B. need需要；C. motivation动机；D. opportunity机会。根据上文“I could either let this injury define me, or I could use it as a/an”以及后文“grow”指作者把受伤当作成长的机会。故选D。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我给自己设定了目标——首先，每天起床去上学。A. rules规则；B. records记录；C. goals目标；D. deadlines截止日期。根据后文“first, just getting out of bed and going to school every day”（首先，只是每天起床去上学），可知作者给自己设定目标。故选C。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：然后，我再次专注于学业，从学习中找到乐趣。A. health健康；B. academics学术水平；C. hobbies爱好；D. friendships友谊。根据后文“finding joy in learning”（在学习中找到乐趣），可知作者重新关注学业。故选B。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我还培养了新的爱好，比如绘画和写作，这有助于我表达自己的情感。A. fears恐惧；B. talents才能；C. emotions情感；D. dreams梦想。根据前文“I also took up new hobbies, like painting and writing”（我还培养了新的爱好，比如绘画和写作）指这些爱好帮助作者表达情感，emotions与上文express搭配。故选C。 【29题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：但是当我决定直面对失败的恐惧时，最大的改变就来了。A. easiest最容易的；B. biggest最大的；C. fastest最快的；D. broadest最宽的。根据后文“when I decided to face my fear of failure head-on”以及后文作者加入了互助小组，可知发生了最大的改变，即面对失败的恐惧。故选B。 【30题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：我加入了一个青少年受伤互助小组，通过这个小组，我认识了其他正在经历类似挣扎的人。A. going through经历；B. going ahead继续前进；C. going along作为伴随者前往或旅行；D. going for追求。根据后文“similar struggles”指作者遇到了其他正在经历类似挣扎的人。故选A。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：分享我的故事和听他们的故事让我意识到我并不孤单。A. Writing写；B. Reading阅读；C. Continuing继续；D. Sharing分享。根据上文加入互助小组以及后文“my story and hearing theirs made me realize I wasn’t alone”可知，作者和其他人分享自己的故事，听他们的故事让自己意识到自己并不孤单。故选D。 【32题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：但到那时，我已经成长了很多，比赛不再是我的定义。A. controlled控制；B. limited限制；C. defined定义；D. inspired鼓舞。根据前文“either let this injury define me”（要么让这次受伤定义我）以及后文 “I played because I loved it, not because I needed it to feel...”（我踢球是因为我喜欢它，而不是因为我需要它来感觉……），可知比赛不再定义作者。故选C。 【33题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我踢球是因为我喜欢它，而不是因为我需要它让我觉得有价值。A. worthy有价值的，值得的；B. successful成功的；C. funny有趣的；D. hopeful有希望的。根据上文提到比赛不再定义作者，可知作者踢球是因为热爱，而不是因为需要通过踢球来觉得自己有价值。故选A。 【34题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：它迫使我面对我的恐惧，以我从未想过的方式成长，并发现我不知道自己拥有的力量。A. ignore忽视；B. acknowledge承认；C. confirm确认；D. face面对。根据前文 “when I decided to face my fear of failure head-on”（当我决定直面我对失败的恐惧时），可知这次受伤迫使作者面对自己的恐惧。故选D。 【35题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我明白了生活不是避免跌倒，而是如何爬起来。A. changes改变；B. falls跌倒；C. challenges挑战；D. failures失败。根据后文“it’s about how you climb back up”（而是关于你如何重新爬起来）以及作者受伤的经历就像生活的一次跌倒，但是作者重新站了起来，面对恐惧，可知生活不是关于避免摔倒，而是如何爬起来。故选B。 第二节语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分) 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 Carbon-free travel is right up there with the times, which brings a breath of fresh air to ____36____ (sustain) tourism. In New Zealand, tourists can find themselves on the windy south coast, from Wellington to Dunedin north. The challenge is ____37____ (get) around as carbon-free as possible, giving priority to walking, cycling, and public transport. Taking a train cross the North Island, you can feel Wellington is a typical kiwi city, with its shops ____38____ (line) regularly along streets. The picturesque route in the south of the island, between sea and countryside, is ____39____ blessing. The fresh, pure air washes away the stresses of everyday life. These immense landscapes are a breath of humility. You can cycle towards Dunedin, along a coastline ____40____ sea-beaten shoreline seems to have been cracked. The green hills catch the wind and roll down to the coastal road. Small towns punctuate the road as it ____41____ (wind) its way between rolling hills of scalped grass, dotted ____42____ white sheep. As soon as you arrive in Dunedin, a Scottish-influenced city, you ____43____ (attract) by the historic city — St. Paul’s Cathedral, theater and railway station. In this corner of Antarctica, ____44____ seems to be the nod is Anachronistic. Restaurants on the Octagon Square offer fantastic delicacies, the scents of which will haunt your memories when ______45______ (starve) seizes you. 【答案】36. sustainable 37. to get 38. lined 39. a 40. whose 41. winds 42. with 43. will be attracted 44. what 45. starvation 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了无碳旅行时的感受。 【36题详解】 考查形容词。句意：无碳旅行是当今时代的潮流，它为可持续旅游带来了新鲜空气。修饰名词tourism用形容词sustainable，作定语。故填sustainable。 【37题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：我们面临的挑战是尽可能实现无碳出行，优先考虑步行、骑自行车和公共交通。作表语，说明主语的内容，用不定式。故填to get。 【38题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：在北岛，你可以感受到惠灵顿是一个典型的新西兰城市，商店沿着街道排列整齐。此处考查 “with+宾语+宾语补足语”结构，shops与line之间是被动关系，即“商店被排列”，所以用过去分词作宾语补足语。故填lined。 【39题详解】 考查冠词。句意：在岛的南部，风景如画的路线，在海洋和乡村之间，是一种祝福。此处blessing为泛指，且是发音以辅音音素开头的单词，需用不定冠词a修饰。故填a。 【40题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：你可以沿着海岸线骑车前往达尼丁，这里的海岸线似乎已经被海水侵蚀。空处引导定语从句，先行词coastline，在从句作定语，需用关系动词whose引导。故填whose。 【41题详解】 考查时态。句意：道路蜿蜒在长满黄草的连绵起伏的山丘之间，点缀着白色的羊群，沿途点缀着一些小镇。根据上文Small towns punctuate the road可知，为一般现在时，主语为it，谓语用第三人称单数形式。故填winds。 【42题详解】 考查介词。句意：道路蜿蜒在长满黄草的连绵起伏的山丘之间，点缀着白色的羊群，沿途点缀着一些小镇。短语be dotted with表示“点缀着”。故填with。 【43题详解】 考查时态语态。句意：一到受苏格兰影响的达尼丁，你就会被这座历史悠久的城市——圣保罗大教堂、剧院和火车站所吸引。as soon as 引导的时间状语从句遵循“主将从现”原则，从句用一般现在时，主句应用一般将来时，且you与attract之间是被动关系，即“你会被吸引”，所以用一般将来时的被动语态。故填will be attracted。 【44题详解】 考查主语从句。句意：在南极洲的这个角落，那些看似得到认可的事物却不合时宜。空处引导主语从句，在从句中作主语，表示“似乎所点头认可的东西”用what，故填what。 【45题详解】 考查名词。句意：八角形广场上的餐厅提供美味佳肴，当你饥饿时，它们的气味会萦绕在你的记忆中。空处作从句的主语，用名词starvation，不可数。故填starvation。 第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节应用文写作(满分15分) 46. 你校环保社团(Environmental Protection Club)准备举办第一届环保作品展, 请你为学校英文报写一篇宣传稿。内容包括: 1. 展览的时间和地点; 2. 展览的内容 3. 发出邀请。 注意: 1. 词数100左右; 2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯。 ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: In order to arouse students’ awareness of environmental protection, the Environmental Protection Club in our school will hold the first exhibition with the theme of environmental protection in the new stadium next Friday. Dozens of pieces created by the members will be shown at the exhibition, including photographs, sculptures, and short videos. Several respectable scientists will be invited to give lectures on different aspects of environmental protection. They will also make comments on some of the exhibits. In a word, the exhibition will be a real feast for students who are devoted to protecting our environment. If you’re interested, welcome to come and enjoy the beauty of the exhibition. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文，要求考生为学校英文报写一篇宣传稿，宣传学校环保社团准备举办的第一届环保作品展。 【详解】1.词汇积累 举办：hold→host 展览：exhibition→display 为了：in order to→so as to 总之：in a word→in short 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：In order to arouse students’ awareness of environmental protection, the Environmental Protection Club in our school will hold the first exhibition with the theme of environmental protection in the new stadium next Friday. 拓展句：The Environmental Protection Club in our school will hold the first exhibition with the theme of environmental protection in the new stadium next Friday, the purpose of which is to arouse students’ awareness of environmental protection. 【点睛】[高分句型1] In a word, the exhibition will be a real feast for students who are devoted to protecting our environment. (运用了who引导的限制性定语从句) [高分句型2] If you’re interested, welcome to come and enjoy the beauty of the exhibition. (运用了if引导的条件状语从句) 第二节读后续写(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 dream born in fire. Andrea Peterson was 5 when she was trapped on the ledge (窗台) of a burning building. “Throw the kid down!” said one of the firemen below, whose eyes are firm and courageous, along with professional rescue techniques. Seeing this, little Andrea jumped into lifesaving arms and a life-long ambition: She wanted to fight fires as her rescuers did. She told that to the men who had saved her, and they laughed naturally the way grown-ups do when a kid says he wants to be an astronaut or a sports star. But this was back in a time when little girls weren’t even allowed to fantasize (幻想) about such grand goals. “You’ll be a good mommy,” the firemen told her. “You’ll be a good teacher, maybe you’ll be a nurse, but you can never be a fireman.” Indeed, life sidelined her ambitious dream. She was studying for a degree in aviation technology (航空科技) and that’s where she met her husband, Dennis. Unfortunately, Dennis was diagnosed with cancer. Peterson spent 31 years caring for the man she loved, and in 2007, when Dennis was about to leave, he was at peace but worried for her. “But what are you going to do?” “I’ll be fine,” she told him. At 61, she attended a course for emergencies. She went on an ambulance ride-along from time to time. It turned out to be a life-and-death situation, which reminded her of the childhood experience back in the fire. But every time she saw people who were in need were successfully rescued, Peterson felt that long-ago childhood calling. She earned her emergency medical technician license and responded to fire calls with the ambulance. She found that her years of tending to Dennis had prepared her for dealing with the variety of hurts and ills. The inside calling echoed increasingly stronger. 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。 After a year, she signed up for a training unit for firefighters. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Finally came the written and physical fitness test day. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 After a year, she signed up for a training unit for firefighters. No sooner had she stepped into the training venue than she found all her classmates were 18-22 young kids. “Could I really make it?” Peterson thought to herself, struggling. At the very moment, she was once again thought of the firm and courageous eyes of the firefighters who came to rescue her over 50 years ago. She instantly rolled up her sleeves and began to learn both theoretical and practical knowledge as her much younger peers. Finally came the written and physical fitness test day. For Peterson, she was at an advantageous situation for the theoretical part, as her past rescue experiences on ambulance ride-along made her a qualified rescuer already. However, the 3-km running, push-ups, sit-ups, etc. all behaved as huge gaps awaiting her to conquer. Though she ranked the last among such items, her persistence, endurance as well as the passion for a childhood dream made her name appear on the list of newly-announced firefighters. This time, tears blurred her eyes, as the dream born in the fire was eventually fulfilled. 【解析】 【导语】本文以事情发展的顺序展开，主要讲述了五岁的Andrea Peterson被困在着火的大楼里，当消防员把她救出来后，她想成为一名消防员。在Andrea Peterson61岁时，她重拾自己的这一梦想。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“一年后，她报名参加了一个消防员培训单位。”可知，第一段可描写在参加培训时，她发现同学都是年轻人，但是她没气馁，坚定自己的梦想。 ②由第二段首句内容“终于到了笔试和体能测试的日子。”可知，第二段可描写笔试和体能测试的过程中她坚定自己的梦想，最终完成所有的测试，成为一名消防员。 2.续写线索：参加培训——同学都是年轻人——没有气馁，坚定梦想——参加笔试和体能测试——完成所有测试——成为一名消防员 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①成功做到：make it/succeed ②等待：await/wait for ③实现：fulfill/achieve 情绪类 ①勇敢的：courageous/brave 【点睛】[高分句型1] No sooner had she stepped into the training venue than she found all her classmates were 18-22 young kids. （运用了倒装句） [高分句型2]At the very moment, she was once again thought of the firm and courageous eyes of the firefighters who came to rescue her over 50 years ago. （由关系代词who引导限制性定语从句） [高分句型3]This time, tears blurred her eyes, as the dream born in the fire was eventually fulfilled.（as引导的原因状语从句） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 延边第二中学2024-2025学年度第二学期 第一次阶段检测高二英语试卷 (试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟) 第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分) 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. What is Laura going to do on Sunday? A. Attend a party. B. Bake a wedding cake. C. Accompany her parents. 2. Why is Greg unhappy? A. He wasn’t invited to Lisa’s award ceremony. B. John didn’t tell him the award ceremony. C. Lisa turned down his invitation. 3. What did the apartment manager ask Rachel to do? A. Find a flat mate. B. Pay a $500 deposit. C. Sign a lease at once. 4. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A job fair. B. A coming interview. C. An applicant. 5. How does the man feel now? A. Tired. B. Worried. C. Relaxed. 第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。 6. What kind of books does the woman like most? A. Travel books. B. Detective novels. C. Science fiction. 7. What is the woman? A. A bookstore staff. B. A teacher. C. A writer. 听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。 8. When will Course A classes be given? A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening. 9. How many classes are there in Course B every week? A. Four. B. Eight. C. Twelve. 听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。 10. Where is the new Italian restaurant? A. It’s near the river. B. It’s on River Street. C. It’s in front of a Tea House. 11. When did the woman go to the restaurant last week? A. On Wednesday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday. 12. How much did the woman spend in the restaurant? A.$8. B.$9.50. C.$10. 听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。 13. What did Tanya use to do? A. Run in the evening. B. Swim in the pool. C. Ride a bike. 14. What is Steven’s hobby? A. Taking photos. B. Playing football. C. Cycling. 15. Who is Linda? A. Paolo’s mother. B. Paolo’s sister. C. Paolo’s friend. 16. What will the speakers do next? A. Take a walk. B. Go shopping. C. Watch a game. 听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。 17. When will the sale begin? A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday. 18. Which item will cost $575? A. The refrigerator. B. The dishwasher. C. The washing machine. 19. What service will be offered during the promotion? A. All items at a 60% discount. B. Interest-free credit. C. Quicker checkout. 20. What can people do at the entrance of the market? A Take a gift. B. Taste nice coffee. C. Get a membership card. 第二部分阅读理解(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，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项。 A Wifi UltraBoost Have you ever noticed how much slower your Internet gets during the peak hours of the day? Luckily, there's finally a solution! It takes only one simple device, Wifi UltraBoost, to put an end to this and many other annoying Internet problems! How does it work? Wifi UltraBoost spots your existing signal, improving its characteristics and then sends already expanded Wi-Fi through all the barriers it meets on its way—whether it's concrete walls or multiple floors. It also solves our main problem-Internet providers slowing down the speed — by preventing data usage reports from reaching Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the first place. What are the main features of it? • Works with any Internet router (路由器). • Uses the frequency of 2. 4 GHz. • Transfers rates of up to 300Mbps. • Easy to set up. What problems does it solve? • Slow Internet connection. • Weak Wi-Fi signals beyond 30 meters. • Bad quality of video calls. • Wi-Fi "dead spots" around your house. • Thick walls that weaken the signal How to use it? • Step 1: Get Wifi UltraBoost from the official website. • Step 2: Plug Wifi UltraBoost into a socket (插座)and start the equipment. • Step 3: Be amazed at your Wi-Fi speed! Why get Wifi UltraBoost today? Wifi UltraBoost brings noticeable results immediately after you plug it in. For a limited time, Wifi UltraBoost is available to you 60% cheaper (instead of $99. 99)! Order now and enjoy your improved Internet connection! 1. What is Wifi UltraBoost? A. An application to transform networks. B. An organization to limit Internet speed. C. A piece of equipment to improve Wi-Fi. D. A formal provider to offer Internet service. 2. What can Wifi UltraBoost do? A. Guarantee high-quality video calls. B. Help Internet routers function normally. C. Set up connection among Wi-Fi signals. D. Save the electricity used to surf the Internet. 3. What might be the current price of Wifi UltraBoost? A. $ 99.99. B. $59.99. C. $ 69,99. D. $ 39.99. B A new legend is born, one that has already enriched the myth of the Teahupo’o Wave. It’s not about a defeated warrior’s skull or legendary chiefs, but about an impressive battle in the tubes, the prelude to the victory of a young Vairao champion. Surf fans remember the cheers of the French team mixed with tears of joy for their cadet, Kauli Vaast, when they learned he would represent France at the Paris Olympic Games. He had qualified by topping the European rankings at the ISA World Championships in El Salvador in May and June 2023. Spotted ten years ago by Raimana Van Bastolaer, and accompanied by Michel Bourez who is “like his big brother,” Kauli was inspired by Gabriel Medina, fascinated by Jeremy Flores (future manager of the French Olympic team), and supported by all the guys from Teahupo’o. He became a triple European Junior Champion. Selected for the French national team for the first time in 2023, and then coached by Hira Teriinatofa, a double ISA world champion with the French team, the little prince of Teahupo’o was determined to enter the big leagues. A few months later, as he himself admitted, the unbelievable power was with him. In the final, at the start of the heat (a 35-minute heat in this case), the swell was more than just indecisive. When a series of waves with unexpected tubes came up, Kauli, who knew these sometimes changeable waves well, set off and overcame one of the only breakers of the day, earning a well-deserved 9.5. Australia’s Jack Robinson, ranked 3rd in the world, also hit a tube, scoring 7.83. A few minutes later, Kauli added an 8.17 to secure the victory: he had caught the last wave of the heat. Now the face of a popular luxury brand, an Olympic champion, and a competitor for the top spot in the world surfing rankings, can Kauli Vaast get a big head? 4. Which sport is Kauli devoted to? A. Ski Champion. B. Swimming Leagues. C. Surfing Champion. D. Basketball Leagues. 5. What does Paragraph 3 mainly demonstrate? A. Great minds think alike. B. Success is always a bed of roses. C. Heroes always have a humble start. D. Help from others is appreciated. 6. What was crucial to Kauli’s victory in the final according to Paragraph 4? A. Jack Robinson’s lower score on a tube wave. B. His dominance over the highest single-wave score. C. The unpredictable swell providing ideal wave conditions. D. His strategic timing to capitalize on the final opportunity. 7 What’s the meaning of the underlined words in the last paragraph? A. Generosity. B. Arrogance. C. Annoyance. D. Curiosity. C In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, economies, and daily life. The adoption of AI in sectors like healthcare, education, and finance has accelerated, driven by advancements in machine learning, natural language processing, and generative AI. A Gartner survey reveals that 80% of enterprises are now leveraging AI in some form, up from 50% in 2022, highlighting its rapid integration into business operations. One of the most notable trends in 2024 is the rise of generative AI tools, such as OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Google’s Gemini. These tools have revolutionized content creation, with 35% of companies using them for marketing, customer service, and product development, as reported by McKinsey. Additionally, the education sector has seen a surge in AI adoption, with 60% of high schools in the U.S. incorporating AI-powered platforms to personalize learning experiences, according to EdTech Magazine. However, the widespread use of AI has also raised concerns. A Pew Research study found that 52% of Americans are worried about AI’s impact on jobs, particularly in industries like retail and manufacturing, where automation is replacing human labor. On the other hand, 67% of professionals believe AI will create more jobs than it displaces, as noted in a World Economic Forum report. Ethical concerns, such as data privacy and algorithmic bias, remain critical challenges. For instance, 45% of consumers in a Deloitte survey expressed distrust in AI systems due to potential misuse of personal data. In conclusion, 2024 is a pivotal (关键的) year for AI, marked by unprecedented growth and adoption across industries. While challenges like job displacement and ethical concerns persist, the potential benefits of AI in driving innovation, efficiency, and personalized solutions are undeniable. As AI continues to evolve, its impact on society will depend on how effectively we address these challenges and harness its potential for good. 8. What is a key application of generative AI tools according to McKinsey? A. Automating retail manufacturing. B. Creating content for business purposes. C Reducing educational costs. D. Monitoring data privacy violations. 9. What can be inferred about public opinions on AI’s impact? A. Retail workers strongly support AI-driven automation. B. Consumers distrust AI solely due to algorithmic bias. C. Professionals and the general public hold conflicting views. D. Most Americans prioritize job creation over ethical concerns. 10. What does the author suggest is essential for AI’s positive societal impact? A. Accelerating technological advancements. B. Implementing strict global regulations on AI. C. Balancing innovation with ethical solutions. D. Expanding automation across industries. 11. Which is the best title for the text? A. AI in 2024: Progress and Challenges. B. Ethical Dilemmas in AI Development. C. The Unstoppable Rise of AI Technology. D. How AI Transforms Education and Business. D Sixty percent of Americans play video games daily, according to Techjury. In order to escape from the reality of quarantine (隔离), more people have turned to video games and VR (virtual reality) has become more popular than ever. The world of VR isn't new to the gaming industry. It has been an ongoing concept for years, dating back to the 1800s. NASA popularized VR technology in 1989, bringing light to advancements that had never been seen before, and in 1991, SEGA introduced VR to gamers. Gaming companies such as Oculus and HTC have redefined gaming by allowing players to involve themselves deeply in the world of VR through personal headsets. VR users are able to socialize through chat rooms, create 3D art and exercise through heart-pumping gameplay. Once a user puts on a headset, they are immediately transported into a virtual world. This allows the player to have a better experience compared to simply staring at a TV with a game controller. Although VR has many positive aspects, using virtual reality too much can cause health problems among users. When using VR, it is common for people to lose spatial (空间的) awareness. Therefore, users are encouraged to play in an area that is clear of furniture and other objects causing potential danger. Eye strain can also be caused by using VR too much, so it is important to limit your time playing in virtual reality and take breaks in order to minimize the possibility of experiencing negative health effects. How VR will develop in the future is unknown to us. However, new advancements for it are on the way. Teslasuit, a company specializing in VR equipment, is creating haptic (触觉的) suits for VR gameplay. These suits will allow users to feel aspects of VR while in game and will increase involvement, build 360-degree awareness and engage muscle memory. There are an endless number of possibilities that users can experience and create in VR, and the boundaries of the virtual world are limitless. 12. The second paragraph is mainly concerned with _______. A. the function of VR B. the origin of VR games C. the history of online games D. the future of the gaming industry 13. Compared with playing games on TV, playing VR games enables players to______. A. do physical exercise together in nature B. have a more realistic gaming experience C. enjoy better-quality pictures and sounds D. play games without disturbing others 14. What does the underlined word “strain” in Paragraph 4 probably mean? A. contact. B. Movement. C. Opening. D. Damage. 15. What attitude does the writer hold towards the future of VR? A. Negative. B. Objective. C. Confident. D. Suspicious. 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。 Picture this: you’re tramping through the rugged wilderness, surrounded by towering trees and breathtaking views. The sense of adventure is exhilarating, but what happens if you take a wrong turn or find yourself in an emergency? ____16____ It is a small device that is on a satellite network with good coverage across New Iceland. When you go adventures, PLBs can make a difference in ensuring your safety. Peace of mind The idea of carrying a PLB provides a significant boost in peace of mind. ____17____ Whether trekking through familiar trails or venturing into uncharted territory, a PLB ensures you’re never truly alone in an emergency. Equip yourself with this essential device and hike with the confidence that help is always within reach. Reliable connection Unlike mobile phones, which can lose signal or run out of battery, PLBs are designed to work in the most challenging environments. They operate on dedicated frequencies and have excellent batteries that can last for years without needing a charge. ____18____ A PLB’s signal can penetrate dense forests, deep canyons, and even stormy weather, ensuring your call for help gets through. ____19____ Investing in a PLB doesn’t have to break the bank. Prices for these devices have become more accessible and considering the potential cost of an unplanned search and rescue mission, a PLB is a small price to pay for your safety. ____20____ A PLB is necessary for any serious tramper. Its ability to provide a reliable, lifesaving connection to rescue services, regardless of your location, cannot be overstated. A. Spot tracker B. Affordable Safety C. This reliability is crucial when every second counts. D. If you can’t afford one, they are readily available for hire as well. E. This is where a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) becomes an invaluable tool. F. They use a different network to PLBs and have less coverage and a weaker signal. G. Knowing you have a direct line to rescue services allows you to explore more confidently. 第三部分语言知识运用(共三节，满分40分) 第一节完形填空(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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 When I was 15, I thought I had it all figured out. I was a straight-A student, the captain of the soccer team, and had a close-knit group of friends. But during a match, I suffered a ___21___ injury — a torn ACL. The doctor said I wouldn’t be able to play for at least a year. For someone whose identity was tied to being an ___22___, this felt like the end of the world. The months that followed were dark. I ___23___ from my friends, stopped caring about school, and spent most of my time alone. I felt like a failure, and I couldn’t see a way out. But then, something inside me ___24___. I realized I had a choice: I could either let this injury define me, or I could use it as a / an ___25___ to grow. I started small. I set ___26___ for myself — first, just getting out of bed and going to school every day. Then, I focused on my ___27___ again, finding joy in learning. I also took up new hobbies, like painting and writing, which helped me express my ___28___. But the ___29___ change came when I decided to face my fear of failure head-on. I joined a support group for teens dealing with injuries, and through that, I met others who were ___30___ similar struggles. ___31___ my story and hearing theirs made me realize I wasn’t alone. A year later, I was cleared to play soccer again. But by then, I had grown so much that the game no longer ___32___ me. I played because I loved it, not because I needed it to feel ___33___. Looking back, I realize my injury was one of the best things that ever happened to me. It forced me to ___34___ my fears, to grow in ways I never thought possible, and to discover strengths I didn’t know I had. I learned that life isn’t about avoiding ___35___ — it’s about how you climb back up. 21. A. minor B. emotional C. permanent D. severe 22. A. artist B. musician C. athlete D. writer 23. A. withdrew B. received C. learned D. borrowed 24. A. happened B. shifted C. bothered D. needed 25. A. confidence B. need C. motivation D. opportunity 26. A. rules B. records C. goals D. deadlines 27. A. health B. academics C. hobbies D. friendships 28. A. fears B. talents C. emotions D. dreams 29. A. easiest B. biggest C. fastest D. broadest 30. A. going through B. going ahead C. going along D. going for 31 A. Writing B. Reading C. Continuing D. Sharing 32. A. controlled B. limited C. defined D. inspired 33. A. worthy B. successful C. funny D. hopeful 34. A. ignore B. acknowledge C. confirm D. face 35. A. changes B. falls C. challenges D. failures 第二节语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分) 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 Carbon-free travel is right up there with the times, which brings a breath of fresh air to ____36____ (sustain) tourism. In New Zealand, tourists can find themselves on the windy south coast, from Wellington to Dunedin north. The challenge is ____37____ (get) around as carbon-free as possible, giving priority to walking, cycling, and public transport. Taking a train cross the North Island, you can feel Wellington is a typical kiwi city, with its shops ____38____ (line) regularly along streets. The picturesque route in the south of the island, between sea and countryside, is ____39____ blessing. The fresh, pure air washes away the stresses of everyday life. These immense landscapes are a breath of humility. You can cycle towards Dunedin, along a coastline ____40____ sea-beaten shoreline seems to have been cracked. The green hills catch the wind and roll down to the coastal road. Small towns punctuate the road as it ____41____ (wind) its way between rolling hills of scalped grass, dotted ____42____ white sheep. As soon as you arrive in Dunedin, a Scottish-influenced city, you ____43____ (attract) by the historic city — St. Paul’s Cathedral, theater and railway station. In this corner of Antarctica, ____44____ seems to be the nod is Anachronistic. Restaurants on the Octagon Square offer fantastic delicacies, the scents of which will haunt your memories when ______45______ (starve) seizes you. 第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节应用文写作(满分15分) 46. 你校环保社团(Environmental Protection Club)准备举办第一届环保作品展, 请你为学校英文报写一篇宣传稿。内容包括: 1. 展览的时间和地点; 2. 展览的内容 3. 发出邀请。 注意: 1. 词数100左右; 2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯。 ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节读后续写(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 dream born in fire. Andrea Peterson was 5 when she was trapped on the ledge (窗台) of a burning building. “Throw the kid down!” said one of the firemen below, whose eyes are firm and courageous, along with professional rescue techniques. Seeing this, little Andrea jumped into lifesaving arms and a life-long ambition: She wanted to fight fires as her rescuers did. She told that to the men who had saved her, and they laughed naturally the way grown-ups do when a kid says he wants to be an astronaut or a sports star. But this was back in a time when little girls weren’t even allowed to fantasize (幻想) about such grand goals. “You’ll be a good mommy,” the firemen told her. “You’ll be a good teacher, maybe you’ll be a nurse, but you can never be a fireman.” Indeed, life sidelined her ambitious dream. She was studying for a degree in aviation technology (航空科技) and that’s where she met her husband, Dennis. Unfortunately, Dennis was diagnosed with cancer. Peterson spent 31 years caring for the man she loved, and in 2007, when Dennis was about to leave, he was at peace but worried for her. “But what are you going to do?” “I’ll be fine,” she told him. At 61, she attended a course for emergencies. She went on an ambulance ride-along from time to time. It turned out to be a life-and-death situation, which reminded her of the childhood experience back in the fire. But every time she saw people who were in need were successfully rescued, Peterson felt that long-ago childhood calling. She earned her emergency medical technician license and responded to fire calls with the ambulance. She found that her years of tending to Dennis had prepared her for dealing with the variety of hurts and ills. The inside calling echoed increasingly stronger. 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。 After a year, she signed up for a training unit for firefighters. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Finally came the written and physical fitness test day. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$