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高三第二次模拟考试
英语
注意事项:
1. 答题前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例:How much is the shirt?
A. £19.15. B. £18. C. £9.15.
答案是C。
1. What does the woman struggle with when writing?
A. Making up characters. B. Establishing relationships. C. Creating complicated stories.
2. What will the speakers do first?
A. Get on the subway. B. Have dinner. C. Watch a theater show.
3. What does the woman ask the man to do tomorrow?
A. Pay a license fee. B. Cancel his passport. C. Bring identity documents.
4. What does Olivia probably do?
A. A singer. B. A hostess. C. A salesperson.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A business conference. B. A sports event. C. A film about golf.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What was the woman's initial attitude to the boy's machine?
A. Disappointed. B. Interested. C. Unconcerned.
7. What happened when the boy used the machine?
A. The jam went bad. B. The bread was cut off. C. The butter fell on the floor.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8. How long has the woman been waiting for the bus?
A. For 10 minutes. B. For 20 minutes. C. For 30 minutes.
9. Why does the woman go to town weekly?
A. To get to work. B. To see a doctor. C. To go shopping.
10. What will the man do today?
A. Work on a report. B. Go to the medical center. C. Have his computer repaired.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In a shop. B. In a house. C. In a travel agency.
12. What will the man's eldest son do this summer?
A. Attend primary school. B. Attend secondary school. C. Attend university.
13. What does the woman say about the local area?
A. There are many restaurants nearby.
B There are many supermarkets nearby.
C. There are many convenient transport options.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A Doctor and patient. B. Classmates. C. Workmates.
15. Why does the woman have vegetables for lunch today?
A. She is a vegetarian. B. She prefers a light dish. C. She needs to lose weight.
16. Who prepared the man's food?
A. His mother. B. The woman. C. His sister.
17. What will the speakers do next?
A. Buy some nuts. B. Learn how to cook. C. Share some food.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. At what age did Simon begin playing chess?
A. Three. B. Five. C. Eleven.
19. What did Simon do in 2018?
A. He started joining tournaments.
B. He won his first adult competition.
C. He won all competitions he entered.
20. Why did Simon stop playing chess for a year?
A. To concentrate on study.
B. To travel around the country.
C. To reflect on his past experiences.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
With educational resources, you have access to valuable things to help you grow better. Here are four types of them that may be suitable for specific advancements in some areas.
Law 101 Classroom
This classroom provides learners of all ages with a basic understanding of the modern law’s text, history, and structure. Drawing on primary source documents, learners will study law cases from a range of diverse voices interactively. Each class you take includes law essays, quality analysis, and expert instructions. All the courses allow you to learn at your own speed according to your situations, so you can fit them into your schedule.
Humanities Library
The humanities refer to courses in two major categories, art and culture, designed to enrich students’ knowledge of the world together with their own life. This library provides degree programs in many areas, which allow students to compare their thinking with that of persons from other regions and times, thus enabling them to better understand themselves, the society, and the world with their own mind.
Financial Media Lab
The skills and expertise required for a career in finance are in high demand across countless industries. Luckily, the free platform offers recent graduates, early to mid-career professionals and other individuals videos, podcasts, and courses on financial topics, delivered by some world-renowned financial management universities.
Act One More Dance Talent Studio
The art studio offers affordable classes that are set up to be weekly dance lessons in all forms. And these lessons are targeted at kids aged 5-12 and teens aged 13-19 at various dance skill levels, including introductory dance foundation classes. You can enroll anytime during the season. Your enrollment and tuition fee is for the full session season, typically 9-12 weeks.
1. Which word best describes the courses in the Law 101 Classroom?
A. Complex. B. Irrelevant.
C. Traditional. D. Self-paced.
2. What does the Humanities Library aim to do?
A. Provide science programs. B. Compare different knowledge.
C. Enhance students’ ability to think. D. Lead students to care more about others’ lives.
3. Which department’s graduates are most probably interested in the Financial Media Lab?
A. Business Administration. B. News Media.
C. Law. D. Art.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文,主要介绍了四种不同类型的教育资源,包括法律、人文、金融和舞蹈艺术方面的课程。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Law 101 Classroom部分中的“All the courses allow you to learn at your own speed according to your situations, so you can fit them into your schedule. (所有的课程都允许你根据自己的情况以自己的速度学习,所以你可以把它们安排到你的日程中)”可知,Law 101 Classroom的课程都是自主进度的。故选D。
【2题详解】
推理判断题。根据Humanities Library部分中的“This library provides degree programs in many areas, which allow students to compare their thinking with that of persons from other regions and times, thus enabling them to better understand themselves, the society, and the world with their own mind. (这个图书馆提供许多领域的学位课程,让学生能够将自己的思维与其他地区和时代的人的思维进行比较,从而使他们能够用自己的思维更好地理解自己、社会和世界)”可推知,Humanities Library旨在提高学生的思考能力。故选C。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据Financial Media Lab部分中的“The skills and expertise required for a career in finance are in high demand across countless industries. Luckily, the free platform offers recent graduates, early to mid-career professionals and other individuals videos, podcasts, and courses on financial topics, delivered by some world-renowned financial management universities.(金融职业所需的技能和专业知识在无数行业都有很高的需求。幸运的是,这个免费平台为应届毕业生、职业生涯早期到中期的专业人士和其他个人提供视频、播客和金融主题课程,由一些世界知名的财务管理大学提供)”可知,Financial Media Lab主要提供金融方面的课程和资源,因此工商管理专业的毕业生最可能对此感兴趣。故选A。
B
The skin is the body’s largest organ. Look at it under a microscope, and you will see thousands of nerve endings that help keep the brain connected to the outside world through touch, pressure, and pain. But Zhenan Bao sees something more.
For Bao, a Stanford chemical engineer focusing on polymers (聚合物), the skin is not only a sensory organ but also a flexible, stretchable, and self-healing material. Bao works in an emerging field that aims to develop electronic skin, or e-skin, to recreate some functions of the human skin for use in artificial limbs (肢) as well as robotics. For people who wear artificial limbs, a sense of touch would improve their quality of life immeasurably.
“Our current electronics are easily broken and difficult to bend or move. But if we can make them all like skin, it can potentially change how humans interact and connect with electronics,” Bao says. Bao sees possible applications for e-skin in wearable devices. “There is a lot of interest in wearable devices that go beyond just measuring how many steps we walk each day, or the heart rate,” she adds.
The key to such delicate applications is that the electronics must be stretchable. That’s where polymers come in. A polymer is a large molecule (分子) made up of smaller molecules that are linked together like a chain. By changing the structure of the molecules, Bao and her team came up with a new flexible material that was perfect for the job.
At Stanford, Bao and her colleagues worked on polymers for displays that can stretch and fold. After more than three years of work, they published a proof-of-principle study in the journal Nature for a super-stretchy polymer. The material can be eventually used for body-worn electronics that measure and display vital signs. Bao is driven by the idea of developing electronics that could benefit medical diagnosis and health care. But she thinks the road to commercialization is long.
4. Which is one of the goals of developing e-skin?
A To touch robots. B. To replace artificial limbs.
C. To aid some disabled individuals. D. To improve humans’ sensory organs.
5. What does Bao expect of e-skin compared to current electronics?
A. It will be less convenient to wear. B. It will be more durable and flexible.
C. It will be less interactive with humans. D. It will be more bendable and breakable.
6. What can we learn about the super-stretchy polymer from the text?
A. It lacks proof of principle. B. It can forecast the body’s vital signs.
C. It has been commercialized and sells well. D. It is in the research and development stage.
7. What is the best title for the text?
A. Electronics: Becoming the Focus of Engineers
B. E-skin: Transforming Human-Tech Interaction
C A Polymer: Acting as a Perfect Chemical Material
D. Applications: Changing the Structure of the Molecules
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. D 7. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文,主要介绍了电子皮肤这一新兴技术及其潜在应用。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Bao works in an emerging field that aims to develop electronic skin, or e-skin, to recreate some functions of the human skin for use in artificial limbs (肢) as well as robotics. For people who wear artificial limbs, a sense of touch would improve their quality of life immeasurably. (鲍在一个新兴领域工作,该领域旨在开发电子皮肤,或电子皮肤,以重建人类皮肤的一些功能,用于假肢和机器人。对于佩戴假肢的人来说,触觉会极大地提高他们的生活质量)”可知,开发电子皮肤的目标之一是重建人类皮肤的一些功能,帮助一些残疾人。故选C。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段““Our current electronics are easily broken and difficult to bend or move. But if we can make them all like skin, it can potentially change how humans interact and connect with electronics,” Bao says. (“我们目前的电子产品很容易损坏,很难弯曲或移动。但如果我们能让它们都像皮肤一样,这可能会改变人类与电子产品的交互和连接方式,”鲍说)”可知,鲍对电子皮肤的期望是相比目前的电子产品,它将更耐用和灵活。故选B。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“After more than three years of work, they published a proof-of-principle study in the journal Nature for a super-stretchy polymer. The material can be eventually used for body-worn electronics that measure and display vital signs. Bao is driven by the idea of developing electronics that could benefit medical diagnosis and health care. But she thinks the road to commercialization is long. (经过三年多的工作,他们在《自然》杂志上发表了一项关于超拉伸聚合物的原理验证研究。这种材料最终可以用于测量和显示生命体征的可穿戴电子设备。鲍的动机是开发有利于医疗诊断和健康护理的电子产品。但她认为商业化的道路还很漫长)”可知,这种超拉伸聚合物的商业化道路还很漫长,由此推知,它还在研发阶段。故选D。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段“Bao works in an emerging field that aims to develop electronic skin, or e-skin, to recreate some functions of the human skin for use in artificial limbs (肢) as well as robotics. (鲍从事的是一个新兴领域,旨在开发电子皮肤,或电子皮肤,以重现人类皮肤的一些功能,用于假肢和机器人技术)”以及文章内容可知,本文主要介绍了电子皮肤这一新兴技术,以及它如何改变人类与技术的交互方式。因此,最佳标题是“电子皮肤:改变人与技术的交互方式”。故选B。
C
The final week of February 2025 offered a unique opportunity for star watchers to see all seven other planets of our solar system align (对齐) in the night sky. Throughout February, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune were visible, and then Mercury joined them to complete the lineup. The exact timing of this event depended on your location, but it promised to be a remarkable sight.
These planetary alignments, often called “planetary parades”, have captured significant media attention recently. While they were indeed awe-inspiring, it was important to clarify some common misconceptions before you headed outside to observe. For instance, seeing Uranus and Neptune required binoculars or a small telescope, as they were not visible to human eyes. Additionally, some planets appeared low on the western horizon around dusk, while others were bright and high in the sky after sunset.
A planetary alignment occurred when planets lined up on the same side of the sun. This happened because the planets orbited the sun in a similar plane, known as the ecliptic (黄道). As a result, from our perspective on Earth, the planets appeared to form a line across the sky, even if they were not perfectly aligned in space.
Seeing multiple planets at once is not exceedingly rare, but spotting all seven is special. Such events become rarer with each additional planet in the lineup. Astrophysicist David Armstrong said this great planetary alignment wouldn’t happen again until 2040. The alignment also coincided with a new moon, which was ideal for watching stars due to the minimal light it reflected.
On the night of 28th February, the best time to observe was right after sunset. Mercury, Neptune, and Saturn were low in the western sky, with Venus shining brightly above them. While not all planets might have been visible, the interest in this “planetary parade” was a catalyst for engagement. Engaging in astronomy and appreciating the wonders of the solar system was a fantastic experience. If you had had the chance and interest, you could have taken the time to step outside and witness this event.
8. What is the author’s purpose in writing the first paragraph?
A. To present a phenomenon. B. To compare astronomical events.
C. To show the exact observation location. D. To list the planets in order of their brightness.
9. What do we know about all the planets during the alignment?
A. They looked equally bright after sunset.
B. They were tiny and invisible to human eyes.
C. Their height was on the same horizon at dusk.
D. Their visibility varied with time and positions.
10. Why is the new moon mentioned?
A. To explain how the ecliptic was formed.
B. To introduce the conditions of the alignment.
C. To state why the alignment was easier to see.
D. To recommend the ideal place for watching planets.
11. What does the underlined word “catalyst” in the last paragraph refer to?
A. A big loss. B. A driving force.
C. A bad idea. D. A desperate experience.
【答案】8. A 9. D 10. C 11. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了2025年2月太阳系行星排成一行这一罕见天文现象及其观测情况。
【8题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“The final week of February 2025 offered a unique opportunity for star watchers to see all seven other planets of our solar system align (对齐) in the night sky. Throughout February, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune were visible, and then Mercury joined them to complete the lineup. (2025年2月的最后一周为观星者提供了一个独特的机会,可以看到太阳系中其他七颗行星在夜空中排成一行。整个二月,金星、火星、木星、土星、天王星和海王星都是可见的,然后水星加入了它们的行列)”可知,作者写第一段的目的是展示一个天文现象。故选A。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Additionally, some planets appeared low on the western horizon around dusk, while others were bright and high in the sky after sunset. (此外,一些行星在黄昏时分出现在西方地平线上较低的位置,而另一些行星在日落后则明亮且高悬于天空)”可知,在行星排成一行期间,它们的可见度随时间和位置而变化。故选D。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“The alignment also coincided with a new moon, which was ideal for watching stars due to the minimal light it reflected. (这次行星排成一行恰逢新月,由于新月反射的光线最少,因此是观星的理想时机)”可知,提到新月是为了说明为什么这次行星排成一行更容易被看到。故选C。
【11题详解】
词句猜测题。根据最后一段“While not all planets might have been visible, the interest in this “planetary parade” was a catalyst for engagement. Engaging in astronomy and appreciating the wonders of the solar system was a fantastic experience. If you had had the chance and interest, you could have taken the time to step outside and witness this event.(虽然并非所有行星都可见,但对这次“行星游行”的兴趣是激发人们参与的catalyst。从事天文学和欣赏太阳系的奇观是一次奇妙的经历。如果你有机会和兴趣,你本可以花时间走出去见证这一事件)”可知,此处建议你可以花时间见证这一事件,推测此处指这次“行星游行”激发了人们参与天文观测的兴趣,划线单词意为“驱动力”,与A driving force意义相近。故选B。
D
From an airplane, cars moving slowly down the highway look like ants. But unlike cars, ants manage to avoid the problem of stop-and-go traffic. Researchers are now studying these insects’ helpful ways to learn how to further program self-driving cars that run more efficiently and don't get stuck in traffic.
The free flow of traffic becomes not stable as the number of cars increases on a highway. At 15 vehicles per mile per lane (车道), one driver hitting their brakes can start a long-lasting wave of traffic jams.
The previous research of Nishinari, a mathematical physicist at the University of Tokyo, had shown that ants looking for food can keep their flow even at high densities (密度). In a recent study, researchers recorded ants on their way to find food and used traffic-engineering models to analyze their movement. They found that the ants don't get stuck because they travel in groups of 3 to 20 that move at almost the same speed while keeping good distances between one another, and they don't speed up to go past others.
Human drivers during the rush hour are hardly likely to follow such rules. “We’re trying to get the most benefits for ourselves, which is why, at a certain point, we start to have a traffic jam,” says study co-author Nicola Pugno. But self-driving cars, if they one day become very common, could have more cooperative programming.
This vehicle network would be like ants on a trail, which use smell to work together in their behaviors. In both ant and vehicle traffic, this type of system can be very strong and able to recover quickly, according to Nishinari.
Still, ants can do things that cars-even self-driving ones-can’t. Plus, unlike cars, ants don't crash; they can actually walk over one another. Today's drivers can learn from ants to avoid causing a traffic jam: Keep a safe distance from the car in front. By doing this, drivers can deal with braking in heavy traffic conditions that would otherwise become a big traffic jam.
12. Why do researchers study ants' behaviors?
A. To upgrade certain autonomous vehicles.
B. To create a very stable environment for ants.
C. To understand the social interaction among ants.
D. To analyze the differences between ants and cars.
13. What does paragraph 3 focus on?
A. How ants compete for food. B. How ants keep traffic flowing.
C. How ants get stuck in traffic jams. D. How ants move at different speeds.
14. What does Nicola Pugno stress as the cause of traffic jams?
A. The profit motive of humans. B. The inefficiency of traffic rules.
C. The high density of vehicles on the road. D. The poor performance of self-driving cars.
15. What can we conclude from ants' behaviors?
A. Slow and steady wins the race. B. Two heads are better than one.
C. Actions speak louder than words. D. United we stand, divided we fall.
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. A 15. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨了蚂蚁在交通流动中的高效行为模式,以及这些行为如何为自动驾驶汽车的设计和编程提供启示。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“Researchers are now studying these insects' helpful ways to learn how to further program self-driving cars that run more efficiently and don't get stuck in traffic.(研究人员正在研究这些昆虫的有益行为模式,以进一步优化自动驾驶汽车的编程,从而实现更高效的运行并避免交通拥堵)”可知,研究人员研究蚂蚁的行为是为了学习它们的高效交通方式,以便更好地编程自动驾驶汽车,使其运行更高效且不会陷入交通堵塞。故选A项。
【13题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段“The previous research of Nishinari, a mathematical physicist at the University of Tokyo, had shown that ants looking for food can keep their flow even at high densities (密度). In a recent study, researchers recorded ants on their way to find food and used traffic-engineering models to analyze their movement. They found that the ants don't get stuck because they travel in groups of 3 to 20 that move at almost the same speed while keeping good distances between one another, and they don’t speed up to go past others.(东京大学数学物理学家Nishinari的早期研究表明,即使在高度密集状态下,觅食蚂蚁群仍能保持流动畅通。在最新研究中,研究者通过记录蚂蚁觅食路径,并运用交通工程模型分析其运动模式,发现蚂蚁不会拥堵的机制在于:它们以3至20只的群体规模行进,保持近乎一致的速度与个体间距,且不会加速超越其他蚂蚁)”可知,第三段重点讲的是蚂蚁如何保持交通畅通。故选B项。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段的句子“‘We’re trying to get the most benefits for ourselves, which is why, at a certain point, we start to have a traffic jam,’ says study co-author Nicola Pugno.(研究报告的合著者Nicola Pugno说:‘我们都在努力为自己获得最大的好处,这就是为什么在某种程度上,我们开始出现交通堵塞。’)”可知,Nicola Pugno强调,人类追求自身利益的行为是导致交通堵塞的原因。故选A项。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段的句子“They found that the ants don't get stuck because they travel in groups of 3 to 20 that move at almost the same speed while keeping good distances between one another, and they don't speed up to go past others.(他们发现蚂蚁不会被困住,因为它们以3到20只蚂蚁为一组,以几乎相同的速度移动,同时彼此保持良好的距离,而且它们不会加速超过其他蚂蚁)”可知,蚂蚁通过集体合作(保持一致速度和适当距离)来避免交通堵塞,这体现了团结一致的重要性。由此推知,“United we stand, divided we fall(团结则存,分裂则亡)”是最符合蚂蚁行为的结论。故选D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。
Curiosity is often seen as the spark behind scientific breakthroughs and artistic masterpieces, but one of its most powerful uses is how we connect with others, which can also be life-changing. Here is a closer look at its benefits.
____16____
When someone asks you a thoughtful question about your life or takes the time to understand your perspective, which signals interest, you can feel valued and understood. ____17____. They show that you care about what the other person has to say. By doing so, you are likely to create a positive feedback loop and more fondness from others.
Generate curiosity
Curiosity is infectious. ____18____, start by being genuinely curious about theirs. This approach can have profound effects on how persuasive and influential we can be. A study found that when people feel heard and understood, they become more willing to explore different perspectives, helping create a bridge for mutual understanding and respect.
Develop empathy (共情)
____19____. When people approach social interactions with an open and inquiring mindset, they can improve their ability to empathize and also build stronger emotional connections. In other words, it helps individuals set aside assumptions, enabling more authentic and meaningful conversations.
Build psychological resilience
Curiosity can increase the ability to adjust people’s thoughts emotions, and behaviors in response to challenges or setbacks. When faced with stress or adversity, curious people are more likely to explore their emotional reactions instead of avoiding them. ____20____, leading to more effective emotional regulation.
A. Win potential liking
B. Bring overall thinking
C. If you want someone to be open to your ideas or concerns
D. Because it may help you respond to different situations anxiously
E. Follow-up questions, in particular, demonstrate that we’re actively listening
F. So this allows them to better know the root causes of their emotional responses
G. Understanding others’ feelings is a skill that can be strengthened through curiosity
【答案】16. A 17. E 18. C 19. G 20. F
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨了好奇心在人际交往中的作用,包括赢得好感、增强共情能力和建立心理韧性等方面。
【16题详解】
下文“When someone asks you a thoughtful question about your life or takes the time to understand your perspective, which signals interest, you can feel valued and understood.(当有人问你一个关于你生活的深思熟虑的问题,或者花时间理解你的观点,这表明他们对你有兴趣,你会感到被重视和理解)”说明该段主要介绍如何通过特定的行为和策略来赢得他人的好感,空处作为段落小标题应概括该段主旨,A选项“赢得潜在的喜爱”概括了下文讲述的通过好奇心在与他人交流中能带来的积极影响,符合语境。故选A。
【17题详解】
上文“When someone asks you a thoughtful question about your life or takes the time to understand your perspective, which signals interest, you can feel valued and understood.(当有人问你一个关于你生活的深思熟虑的问题,或者花时间理解你的观点,这表明他们对你有兴趣,你会感到被重视和理解)”说明他人表现出兴趣时我们的感受,下文“They show that you care about what the other person has to say.(它们表明你关心对方说什么)”说明某种行为能表明你关心对方说什么,空处承上启下,说明某种行为能让人感到被重视和理解,且这种行为能表明你关心对方说什么。E选项“特别是后续的问题,表明我们在积极倾听”中“Follow-up questions”与上文他人对你的提问相呼应,且后续问题能表明关心对方说的话,符合语境。故选E。
【18题详解】
上文“Curiosity is infectious.(好奇心是会传染的)”说明好奇心会传染,下文“start by being genuinely curious about theirs. This approach can have profound effects on how persuasive and influential we can be. A study found that when people feel heard and understood, they become more willing to explore different perspectives, helping create a bridge for mutual understanding and respect.(从真正对他们的想法感到好奇开始。这种方法对我们的说服力和影响力会产生深远的影响。一项研究发现,当人们感到被倾听和理解时,他们更愿意探索不同的观点,有助于为相互理解和尊重架起一座桥梁)”说明如果想让别人接受你的想法或关注,要先对别人的想法好奇,空处承上启下,说明要怎么做才能让好奇心传染。C选项“如果你想让别人接受你的想法或担忧”给出条件,在这个条件下引出下文的具体做法,符合语境。故选C。
【19题详解】
下文“When people approach social interactions with an open and inquiring mindset, they can improve their ability to empathize and also build stronger emotional connections.(当人们以开放和探究的心态对待社交互动时,他们可以提高自己的共情能力,并建立更强的情感联系)”说明好奇心能提高共情能力,空处说明好奇心与共情能力之间的关系。G选项“理解他人的感受是一种可以通过好奇心加强的技能”直接阐述了好奇心对发展共情能力的作用,符合语境。故选G。
【20题详解】
上文“When faced with stress or adversity, curious people are more likely to explore their emotional reactions instead of avoiding them.(当面对压力或逆境时,好奇的人更有可能探索自己的情绪反应,而不是逃避它们)”说明好奇的人更有可能探索自己的情绪反应,下文“leading to more effective emotional regulation.(从而更有效地调节情绪)”说明探索情绪反应带来的好处,空处承上启下,说明探索情绪反应带来的具体好处。F选项“所以这能让他们更好地了解自己情绪反应的根源”中的“this”指代上文有好奇心的人探索自己的情绪反应,承接上文,得出这种做法的结果,同时引出下文了解情绪反应的根本原因才能更有效地调节情绪,符合语境。故选F。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
This story happened years ago. A carefully planned event started with Mike setting out for a ____21____ with his friend Olivia around their community on Saturday.
As Mike and Olivia wandered, an elderly man ____22____ them. The elderly man gave a standard gesture for “hello” used by ____23____ individuals. At first, Mike felt ____24____ and thought, “Why is he ____25____ differently today?” When they reached the food store, the shopkeeper also ____26____ to them to fetch freshly baked cookies. This left them even more at a(n) ____27____.
As Mike and Olivia left the store, a man dropped his fruits in a panic. They helped ____28____ them up without hesitation. ____29____, the man told them in sign language to take an apple each in return. Mike began to notice a pattern in these _____30_____ interactions.
Then Mike and Olivia came to the community square, where everything _____31_____. “Hi, children. We’d like to prepare a surprise for you, because living in a world without _____32_____ is our dream as well,” a familiar woman said in sign language. No wonder Mike and Olivia communicated well with the people they had met. She _____33_____ that the whole thing was part of a community campaign designed to help people like Mike and Olivia, who suffered from hearing loss.
The truth finally emerged. In just one month, the people on the way had secretly managed to master sign language for Mike and Olivia. Realizing the _____34_____ made on their behalf, Mike and Olivia were moved to tears. This moment underscored the power of empathy and the beauty of the _____35_____ world.
21. A. living B. walk C. service D. strike
22. A. greeted B. convinced C. praised D. acknowledged
23. A. rude B. mad C. deaf D. blind
24. A. merry B. content C. frightened D. confused
25. A. behaving B. dreaming C. wandering D. hugging
26. A. proved B. signaled C. applied D. explained
27. A. cost B. loss C. angle D. distance
28. A. pick B. put C. wake D. clean
29. A. Nevertheless B. Otherwise C. Moreover D. Somehow
30. A. indifferent B. extreme C. unusual D. humorous
31. A. made progress B. made sense C. made a profit D. made an agreement
32. A. campaigns B. needs C. barriers D. tears
33. A. regretted B. urged C. understood D. revealed
34. A. assumptions B. promises C. suggestions D. efforts
35. A. inclusive B. administrative C. primitive D. competitive
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. A 26. B 27. B 28. A 29. D 30. C 31. B 32. C 33. D 34. D 35. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了为帮助有听力障碍的迈克和奥利维亚,社区人们学习手语,彰显共情力量与包容之美 。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:一个精心策划的活动开始于周六,迈克和他的朋友奥利维亚在社区周围散步。A. living生活;B. walk散步;C. service服务;D. strike罢工。根据后文“As Mike and Olivia wandered”可知,他们是在社区周围散步,故选B。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:当迈克和奥利维亚漫步时,一位老人向他们打招呼。A. greeted打招呼;B. convinced说服;C. praised赞扬;D. acknowledged承认。根据后文“The elderly man gave a standard gesture for “hello” used by ____3____ individuals.”可知,老人是在向他们打招呼,故选A。
【23题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:老人做了一个聋哑人常用的标准“你好”手势。A. rude粗鲁的;B. mad疯狂的;C. deaf聋的;D. blind瞎的。根据后文“the man told them in sign language to take an apple each in return.”以及“In just one month, the people on the way had secretly managed to master sign language for Mike and Olivia.”可推知,社区的人们为迈克和奥利维亚学习了手语,所以此处表示老人做了一个聋哑人常用的标准手势,故选C。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:起初,迈克感到困惑,心想:“他今天为什么表现得不一样?”A. merry愉快的;B. content满意的;C. frightened害怕的;D. confused困惑的。根据后文“Why is he ____5____ differently today?”可知,迈克对老人的行为感到困惑,故选D。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:起初,迈克感到困惑,心想:“他今天为什么表现得不一样?”A. behaving表现;B. dreaming梦想;C. wandering徘徊;D. hugging拥抱。根据前文“The elderly man gave a standard gesture for “hello” used by ____3____ individuals.”可知,老人用手语打招呼,表现与平时不同,故选A。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:当他们到达食品店时,店主也向他们示意去拿刚烤好的饼干。A. proved证明;B. signaled示意;C. applied应用;D. explained解释。根据后文“to them to fetch freshly baked cookies”以及语境可知,迈克和奥利维亚遇见的人都在使用手语,推测此处表示店主示意他们去拿饼干,故选B。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:这让他们更加困惑。A. cost成本;B. loss损失;C. angle角度;D. distance距离。根据前文“At first, Mike felt ____4____ and thought, “Why is he ____5____ differently today?””以及“This left them even more”可知,迈克和奥利维亚对老人和店主的行为感到困惑,此处表示他们更加困惑了,at a loss表示“困惑不解”,故选B。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:他们毫不犹豫地帮忙把水果捡起来。A. pick捡起;B. put放置;C. wake唤醒;D. clean打扫。根据前文“a man dropped his fruits in a panic”可知,有人掉了水果,他们帮忙把水果捡起来,故选A。
【29题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:不知怎么,那人用手语告诉他们每人拿一个苹果作为回报。A. Nevertheless然而;B. Otherwise否则;C. Moreover此外;D. Somehow不知怎么地。根据后文“the man told them in sign language to take an apple each in return. Mike began to notice a pattern in these ____10____ interactions.”可知,此处在进一步说明迈克和奥利维亚感到困惑,不知怎么,社区中的人都在使用手语和两人交流。故选D。
【30题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:迈克开始注意到这些不寻常的互动中的规律。A. indifferent冷漠的;B. extreme极端的;C. unusual不寻常的;D. humorous幽默的。根据前文“The elderly man gave a standard gesture for “hello” used by ____3____ individuals.”、“When they reached the food store, the shopkeeper also ____6____ to them to fetch freshly baked cookies.”以及“____9____ , the man told them in sign language to take an apple each in return.”可知,老人和店主等人的行为与平时不同,所以此处表示的是不寻常的互动,故选C。
【31题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:然后迈克和奥利维亚来到社区广场,在那里一切都可以理解了。A. made progress取得进展;B. made sense可以理解;C. made a profit盈利;D. made an agreement达成协议。根据后文“Hi, children. We’d like to prepare a surprise for you, because living in a world without ____12____ is our dream as well,”以及“She ____13____ that the whole thing was part of a community campaign designed to help people like Mike and Olivia, who suffered from hearing loss.”可知,当迈克和奥利维亚来到了社区广场,他们弄清楚了大家的不寻常行为的原因,在这里一切都可以理解了,故选B。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:“嗨,孩子们。我们想给你们一个惊喜,因为生活在一个没有障碍的世界也是我们的梦想,”一位熟悉的女士用手语说。A. campaigns运动;B. needs需要;C. barriers障碍;D. tears眼泪。根据后文“who suffered from hearing loss”可知,迈克和奥利维亚有听力障碍,所以此处表示两人生活在一个没有听力障碍的世界里是大家的梦想,故选C。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:她透露,整个事情是一个社区活动的一部分,旨在帮助像迈克和奥利维亚这样有听力障碍的人。A. regretted后悔;B. urged催促;C. understood理解;D. revealed透露。根据后文“that the whole thing was part of a community campaign designed to help people like Mike and Olivia,”可知,女士透露了真相,故选D。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:意识到大家为他们所做的努力,迈克和奥利维亚感动得热泪盈眶。A. assumptions假设;B. promises承诺;C. suggestions建议;D. efforts努力。根据前文“In just one month, the people on the way had secretly managed to master sign language for Mike and Olivia.”可知,大家为迈克和奥利维亚学习手语,此处表示大家付出了努力,故选D。
【35题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:这一刻彰显了同理心的力量和包容世界的美好。A. inclusive包容的;B. administrative行政的;C. primitive原始的;D. competitive竞争的。根据前文“She ____13____ that the whole thing was part of a community campaign designed to help people like Mike and Olivia, who suffered from hearing loss.”以及“In just one month, the people on the way had secretly managed to master sign language for Mike and Olivia.”可知,社区的人们为帮助有听力障碍的迈克和奥利维亚学习手语,体现了包容的世界的美好,故选A。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
An international exhibition of intangible (无形的) cultural heritage ran from Friday to Sunday in December, 2024 at the Beijing Exhibition Center. Jointly ____36____ (organize) by the Beijing International Art Fair Foundation and the China Youth Care Foundation, the event aimed ____37____ (provide) a platform to showcase the charm of diverse intangible cultural heritage. It ____38____ (draw) intangible heritage inheritors from nearly 40 countries and regions, as well as art collectors.
The exhibition units, ____39____ focused on traditional cuisine and traditional skills, attracted numerous visitors, featuring over 60 traditional skills spanning cuisines, music and dance, traditional Chinese medicine culture, ____40____ (variety) of forms of embroidery and Chinese martial arts, among other rich categories.
The event offered different activities, including exhibitions, cultural performances, forums, charitable auctions and sales. These activities raised public ____41____ (aware) of the protection and inheritance of intangible cultural heritage, ____42____ (drive) innovation and development within the intangible cultural heritage arts industry.
Taking this exhibition ____43____ a new starting point, the Beijing International Art Fair Foundation planned to ____44____ (regular) host such events to awaken widespread public interest in and love for intangible cultural heritage. It was in _____45_____ attempt to promote their integration into modern life and showcase their unique charm through cross-cultural exchanges on an international scale.
【答案】36. organized
37. to provide
38. drew 39. which
40. varieties
41. awareness
42. driving
43. as 44. regularly
45. an
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。主要报道了2024年12月在北京举办的国际非物质文化遗产展览,展示了多国非遗魅力并推动其创新发展。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:该活动由北京国际艺术博览会基金会和中国青年关怀基金会联合主办,旨在为展示多样非物质文化遗产的魅力提供平台。句中已有谓语aimed,organize在句中应用非谓语动词形式,与逻辑主语the event构成被动关系,故用过去分词作状语。故填organized。
【37题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:该活动由北京国际艺术博览会基金会和中国青年关怀基金会联合主办,旨在为展示多样非物质文化遗产的魅力提供平台。aim to do sth.为固定短语,表示“旨在做某事”,所以空处应用动词不定式形式。故填to provide。
【38题详解】
考查时态。句意:它吸引了来自近40个国家和地区的非物质文化遗产传承人以及艺术收藏家。根据上文可知,活动发生在过去,应用一般过去时,动词使用过去式形式。故填drew。
【39题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:以传统美食和传统技艺为重点的展览单元吸引了众多参观者,展示了60多种传统技艺,涵盖美食、音乐舞蹈、中医药文化、各种形式的刺绣和中国武术等丰富类别。空处引导非限制性定语从句,先行词The exhibition units,指物,关系词在从句中作主语,故用关系代词which引导。故填which。
【40题详解】
考查固定短语。句意:展览单元以传统美食和传统技艺为重点,吸引了众多参观者,展示了60多种传统技艺,涵盖美食、音乐舞蹈、中医药文化、各种形式的刺绣和中国武术等丰富类别。varieties of为固定短语,表示“各种各样的”。故填varieties。
【41题详解】
考查名词。句意:这些活动提高了公众对非物质文化遗产保护和传承的认识,推动了非物质文化遗产艺术行业的创新和发展。空处作宾语,表示“认识”应用名词awareness,不可数。故填awareness。
【42题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:这些活动提高了公众对非物质文化遗产保护和传承的认识,推动了非物质文化遗产艺术行业的创新和发展。句中已有谓语raised,drive在句中应用非谓语动词形式,与上文句子构成主动关系,故用现在分词形式作状语。故填driving。
【43题详解】
考查介词。句意:北京国际艺术博览会基金会以此次展览为新的起点,计划定期举办此类活动,以唤起公众对非物质文化遗产的广泛兴趣和热爱。take sth. as为固定短语,表示“把……作为”。故填as。
【44题详解】
考查副词。句意:北京国际艺术博览会基金会以此次展览为新的起点,计划定期举办此类活动,以唤起公众对非物质文化遗产的广泛兴趣和热爱。空处修饰动词host,应用副词regularly,作状语。故填regularly。
【45题详解】
考查冠词。句意:这是为了促进它们融入现代生活,并通过国际层面的跨文化交流展示其独特魅力。attempt在此处表泛指,且是发音以元音音素开头的单词,空处应用不定冠词an,in an attempt to do sth.表示“试图做某事”。故填an。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华,你校本期的交换生Paul打算进行“Citywalk(城市漫步)”。请你给他写一封邮件,内容包括:
1. 推荐路线;
2. 表达期望。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80个左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Paul,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Paul,
I’m thrilled to hear that you’ll take a city walk in China! Chongqing is a fantastic choice, and I can’t wait to travel to the city with you.
I highly recommend starting at Jiefangbei, the bustling heart of downtown. Then we can head to Hongyadong, where you can see the unique architecture that resembles something out of a fantasy movie. Next, we can wander through Ciqikou, an ancient town filled with traditional teahouses and delicious local snacks. Finally, let’s take a night cruise on the Yangtze River to enjoy the stunning city lights.
I hope this trip will give you a taste of Chongqing’s vibrant culture. I believe you’ll have an incredible time exploring every corner of this amazing city. Looking forward to meeting you soon!
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给交换生Paul写一封邮件,推荐城市漫步路线,并表达期望。
【详解】1.词汇积累
兴奋的:thrilled → excited
选择:choice → selection
充满:filled with → full of
最终:finally → eventually
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:Next, we can wander through Ciqikou, an ancient town filled with traditional teahouses and delicious local snacks.
拓展句:Next, we can wander through Ciqikou, an ancient town which is filled with traditional teahouses and delicious local snacks.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Then we can head to Hongyadong, where you can see the unique architecture that resembles something out of a fantasy movie.(运用了where引导的非限制性定语从句,that引导的限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】I hope this trip will give you a taste of Chongqing’s vibrant culture. (运用了省略that引导的宾语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
On Christmas morning, the freezing wind blew into my small apartment. “Another lonely Christmas,” I whispered, holding my last dollar, with my stomach empty.
Earlier that year, I had to leave school because my parents’ financial situation had taken a turn for the worse, and they couldn't afford to support my education any longer. Now, with no job and no friends in this new city, I touched the holes in my old green coat-a reminder of happier times when I was carefree on campus.
I put on the coat, its torn shoulder blowing in the wind, and stepped outside. In the park, I sat on a cold bench. "Please, help me," I cried into my hands. The snow felt like sharp pins on my face.
I left the park and walked down the street full of holiday lights. Rain and snow soaked (使湿透) my coat when I passed a coffee shop. Inside, people in nice dresses laughed over hot drinks. I pressed my hand against the window, leaving a foggy mark. I counted my last dollar. Tea cost more. Sadly, I turned back.
As I heard a bell ringing, I noticed a charitable organization volunteer standing next to a red donation bucket. This organization was raising funds to help those in need. My hand trembled as I held my last dollar. I thought to myself, "You can still work and earn more money. They need this dollar more than you do." Finally, I placed it into the bucket.
That afternoon, I opened my bank letter. “$1,000?!” I shouted. My hands shook as I went to the bank to check. “We found a deposit (存款) that was added earlier,” the manager said, looking at my wet clothes. “But I didn't have any savings,” I responded. “It’s from a charitable organization, Miss,” he said kindly. As I walked back home, I couldn't help but think this might be a sign that things were about to get better and that I needed to find a way to give back.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150个左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
With the money from the charitable organization, I started to change my life.
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I still keep the old green coat today, a reminder of that hard but warm day.
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【答案】With the money from the charitable organization, I started to change my life. I used part of the money to buy some warm clothes and a new pair of shoes, which helped me feel more confident. I then began to look for a job with renewed hope. The remaining money allowed me to take some online courses to improve my skills. I spent days and nights learning new things, determined to turn my life around. Eventually, I found a job that I loved and was able to support myself. I also started volunteering at the same charitable organization that had helped me. I realized that even the smallest act of kindness could make a big difference.
I still keep the old green coat today, a reminder of that hard but warm day. It hangs in my closet, not as a symbol of my past struggles, but as a reminder of how far I've come. Every time I see it, I remember the kindness of strangers and the power of hope. I now live a fulfilling life, not just because of the money I received, but because I learned the value of perseverance and the importance of helping others.
【解析】
【导语】本文以作者的经历为线索展开。讲述了作者在圣诞节那天经历的一系列事情。作者在经济困难、孤独无助的情况下,依然选择将最后一美元捐给了慈善机构。幸运的是,她后来收到了一笔意外的捐款,这让她意识到善良和希望的力量。
【详解】段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“有了来自慈善机构钱,我开始改变自己的生活。”可知,第一段可描写作者如何利用慈善机构的钱改变自己的生活,包括购买衣物、学习新技能等。
②由第二段首句内容“我至今还保留着那件绿色的旧外套,它提醒着我那艰苦而温暖的一天。”可知,第二段可描写作者保留旧外套的原因,以及这件事对她生活的深远影响。
续写线索:
改变生活——购买衣物——学习技能——找到工作——回报社会——保留外套——感悟生活
词汇激活
行为类
①买:buy/purchase
②寻找:look for/hunt for
③帮助:help/assist
情绪类
①自信的:confident/assured
②坚持不懈:perseverance/persistence
【点睛】【高分句型1】I used part of the money to buy some warm clothes and a new pair of shoes, which helped me feel more confident.(运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】Every time I see it, I remember the kindness of strangers and the power of hope.(运用了every time引导的时间状语从句)
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注意事项:
1. 答题前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例:How much is the shirt?
A. £19.15. B. £18. C. £9.15.
答案C。
1. What does the woman struggle with when writing?
A. Making up characters. B. Establishing relationships. C. Creating complicated stories.
2. What will the speakers do first?
A. Get on the subway. B. Have dinner. C. Watch a theater show.
3. What does the woman ask the man to do tomorrow?
A. Pay a license fee. B. Cancel his passport. C. Bring identity documents.
4. What does Olivia probably do?
A. A singer. B. A hostess. C. A salesperson.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A business conference. B. A sports event. C. A film about golf.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What was the woman's initial attitude to the boy's machine?
A Disappointed. B. Interested. C. Unconcerned.
7. What happened when the boy used the machine?
A. The jam went bad. B. The bread was cut off. C. The butter fell on the floor.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8. How long has the woman been waiting for the bus?
A. For 10 minutes. B. For 20 minutes. C. For 30 minutes.
9. Why does the woman go to town weekly?
A. To get to work. B. To see a doctor. C. To go shopping.
10. What will the man do today?
A. Work on a report. B. Go to the medical center. C. Have his computer repaired.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In a shop. B. In a house. C. In a travel agency.
12. What will the man's eldest son do this summer?
A. Attend primary school. B. Attend secondary school. C. Attend university.
13. What does the woman say about the local area?
A. There are many restaurants nearby.
B. There are many supermarkets nearby.
C. There are many convenient transport options.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Doctor and patient. B. Classmates. C. Workmates.
15. Why does the woman have vegetables for lunch today?
A. She is a vegetarian. B. She prefers a light dish. C. She needs to lose weight.
16. Who prepared the man's food?
A. His mother. B. The woman. C. His sister.
17. What will the speakers do next?
A. Buy some nuts. B. Learn how to cook. C. Share some food.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. At what age did Simon begin playing chess?
A. Three. B. Five. C. Eleven.
19. What did Simon do in 2018?
A. He started joining tournaments.
B. He won his first adult competition.
C. He won all competitions he entered.
20. Why did Simon stop playing chess for a year?
A. To concentrate on study.
B. To travel around the country.
C. To reflect on his past experiences.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
With educational resources, you have access to valuable things to help you grow better. Here are four types of them that may be suitable for specific advancements in some areas.
Law 101 Classroom
This classroom provides learners of all ages with a basic understanding of the modern law’s text, history, and structure. Drawing on primary source documents, learners will study law cases from a range of diverse voices interactively. Each class you take includes law essays, quality analysis, and expert instructions. All the courses allow you to learn at your own speed according to your situations, so you can fit them into your schedule.
Humanities Library
The humanities refer to courses in two major categories, art and culture, designed to enrich students’ knowledge of the world together with their own life. This library provides degree programs in many areas, which allow students to compare their thinking with that of persons from other regions and times, thus enabling them to better understand themselves, the society, and the world with their own mind.
Financial Media Lab
The skills and expertise required for a career in finance are in high demand across countless industries. Luckily, the free platform offers recent graduates, early to mid-career professionals and other individuals videos, podcasts, and courses on financial topics, delivered by some world-renowned financial management universities.
Act One More Dance Talent Studio
The art studio offers affordable classes that are set up to be weekly dance lessons in all forms. And these lessons are targeted at kids aged 5-12 and teens aged 13-19 at various dance skill levels, including introductory dance foundation classes. You can enroll anytime during the season. Your enrollment and tuition fee is for the full session season, typically 9-12 weeks.
1. Which word best describes the courses in the Law 101 Classroom?
A. Complex. B. Irrelevant.
C. Traditional. D. Self-paced.
2. What does the Humanities Library aim to do?
A. Provide science programs. B. Compare different knowledge.
C. Enhance students’ ability to think. D. Lead students to care more about others’ lives.
3. Which department’s graduates are most probably interested in the Financial Media Lab?
A. Business Administration. B. News Media.
C. Law. D. Art.
B
The skin is the body’s largest organ. Look at it under a microscope, and you will see thousands of nerve endings that help keep the brain connected to the outside world through touch, pressure, and pain. But Zhenan Bao sees something more.
For Bao, a Stanford chemical engineer focusing on polymers (聚合物), the skin is not only a sensory organ but also a flexible, stretchable, and self-healing material. Bao works in an emerging field that aims to develop electronic skin, or e-skin, to recreate some functions of the human skin for use in artificial limbs (肢) as well as robotics. For people who wear artificial limbs, a sense of touch would improve their quality of life immeasurably.
“Our current electronics are easily broken and difficult to bend or move. But if we can make them all like skin, it can potentially change how humans interact and connect with electronics,” Bao says. Bao sees possible applications for e-skin in wearable devices. “There is a lot of interest in wearable devices that go beyond just measuring how many steps we walk each day, or the heart rate,” she adds.
The key to such delicate applications is that the electronics must be stretchable. That’s where polymers come in. A polymer is a large molecule (分子) made up of smaller molecules that are linked together like a chain. By changing the structure of the molecules, Bao and her team came up with a new flexible material that was perfect for the job.
At Stanford, Bao and her colleagues worked on polymers for displays that can stretch and fold. After more than three years of work, they published a proof-of-principle study in the journal Nature for a super-stretchy polymer. The material can be eventually used for body-worn electronics that measure and display vital signs. Bao is driven by the idea of developing electronics that could benefit medical diagnosis and health care. But she thinks the road to commercialization is long.
4. Which is one of the goals of developing e-skin?
A. To touch robots. B. To replace artificial limbs.
C. To aid some disabled individuals. D. To improve humans’ sensory organs.
5. What does Bao expect of e-skin compared to current electronics?
A. It will be less convenient to wear. B. It will be more durable and flexible.
C. It will be less interactive with humans. D. It will be more bendable and breakable.
6 What can we learn about the super-stretchy polymer from the text?
A It lacks proof of principle. B. It can forecast the body’s vital signs.
C. It has been commercialized and sells well. D. It is in the research and development stage.
7. What is the best title for the text?
A. Electronics: Becoming the Focus of Engineers
B. E-skin: Transforming Human-Tech Interaction
C. A Polymer: Acting as a Perfect Chemical Material
D. Applications: Changing the Structure of the Molecules
C
The final week of February 2025 offered a unique opportunity for star watchers to see all seven other planets of our solar system align (对齐) in the night sky. Throughout February, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune were visible, and then Mercury joined them to complete the lineup. The exact timing of this event depended on your location, but it promised to be a remarkable sight.
These planetary alignments, often called “planetary parades”, have captured significant media attention recently. While they were indeed awe-inspiring, it was important to clarify some common misconceptions before you headed outside to observe. For instance, seeing Uranus and Neptune required binoculars or a small telescope, as they were not visible to human eyes. Additionally, some planets appeared low on the western horizon around dusk, while others were bright and high in the sky after sunset.
A planetary alignment occurred when planets lined up on the same side of the sun. This happened because the planets orbited the sun in a similar plane, known as the ecliptic (黄道). As a result, from our perspective on Earth, the planets appeared to form a line across the sky, even if they were not perfectly aligned in space.
Seeing multiple planets at once is not exceedingly rare, but spotting all seven is special. Such events become rarer with each additional planet in the lineup. Astrophysicist David Armstrong said this great planetary alignment wouldn’t happen again until 2040. The alignment also coincided with a new moon, which was ideal for watching stars due to the minimal light it reflected.
On the night of 28th February, the best time to observe was right after sunset. Mercury, Neptune, and Saturn were low in the western sky, with Venus shining brightly above them. While not all planets might have been visible, the interest in this “planetary parade” was a catalyst for engagement. Engaging in astronomy and appreciating the wonders of the solar system was a fantastic experience. If you had had the chance and interest, you could have taken the time to step outside and witness this event.
8. What is the author’s purpose in writing the first paragraph?
A. To present a phenomenon. B. To compare astronomical events.
C. To show the exact observation location. D. To list the planets in order of their brightness.
9. What do we know about all the planets during the alignment?
A. They looked equally bright after sunset.
B. They were tiny and invisible to human eyes.
C. Their height was on the same horizon at dusk.
D. Their visibility varied with time and positions.
10. Why is the new moon mentioned?
A. To explain how the ecliptic was formed.
B. To introduce the conditions of the alignment.
C. To state why the alignment was easier to see.
D. To recommend the ideal place for watching planets.
11. What does the underlined word “catalyst” in the last paragraph refer to?
A. A big loss. B. A driving force.
C. A bad idea. D. A desperate experience.
D
From an airplane, cars moving slowly down the highway look like ants. But unlike cars, ants manage to avoid the problem of stop-and-go traffic. Researchers are now studying these insects’ helpful ways to learn how to further program self-driving cars that run more efficiently and don't get stuck in traffic.
The free flow of traffic becomes not stable as the number of cars increases on a highway. At 15 vehicles per mile per lane (车道), one driver hitting their brakes can start a long-lasting wave of traffic jams.
The previous research of Nishinari, a mathematical physicist at the University of Tokyo, had shown that ants looking for food can keep their flow even at high densities (密度). In a recent study, researchers recorded ants on their way to find food and used traffic-engineering models to analyze their movement. They found that the ants don't get stuck because they travel in groups of 3 to 20 that move at almost the same speed while keeping good distances between one another, and they don't speed up to go past others.
Human drivers during the rush hour are hardly likely to follow such rules. “We’re trying to get the most benefits for ourselves, which is why, at a certain point, we start to have a traffic jam,” says study co-author Nicola Pugno. But self-driving cars, if they one day become very common, could have more cooperative programming.
This vehicle network would be like ants on a trail, which use smell to work together in their behaviors. In both ant and vehicle traffic, this type of system can be very strong and able to recover quickly, according to Nishinari.
Still, ants can do things that cars-even self-driving ones-can’t. Plus, unlike cars, ants don't crash; they can actually walk over one another. Today's drivers can learn from ants to avoid causing a traffic jam: Keep a safe distance from the car in front. By doing this, drivers can deal with braking in heavy traffic conditions that would otherwise become a big traffic jam.
12. Why do researchers study ants' behaviors?
A. To upgrade certain autonomous vehicles.
B. To create a very stable environment for ants.
C. To understand the social interaction among ants.
D. To analyze the differences between ants and cars.
13. What does paragraph 3 focus on?
A. How ants compete for food. B. How ants keep traffic flowing.
C. How ants get stuck in traffic jams. D. How ants move at different speeds.
14. What does Nicola Pugno stress as the cause of traffic jams?
A. The profit motive of humans. B. The inefficiency of traffic rules.
C. The high density of vehicles on the road. D. The poor performance of self-driving cars.
15. What can we conclude from ants' behaviors?
A. Slow and steady wins the race. B. Two heads are better than one.
C. Actions speak louder than words. D. United we stand, divided we fall.
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。
Curiosity is often seen as the spark behind scientific breakthroughs and artistic masterpieces, but one of its most powerful uses is how we connect with others, which can also be life-changing. Here is a closer look at its benefits.
____16____
When someone asks you a thoughtful question about your life or takes the time to understand your perspective, which signals interest, you can feel valued and understood. ____17____. They show that you care about what the other person has to say. By doing so, you are likely to create a positive feedback loop and more fondness from others.
Generate curiosity
Curiosity is infectious. ____18____, start by being genuinely curious about theirs. This approach can have profound effects on how persuasive and influential we can be. A study found that when people feel heard and understood, they become more willing to explore different perspectives, helping create a bridge for mutual understanding and respect.
Develop empathy (共情)
____19____. When people approach social interactions with an open and inquiring mindset, they can improve their ability to empathize and also build stronger emotional connections. In other words, it helps individuals set aside assumptions, enabling more authentic and meaningful conversations.
Build psychological resilience
Curiosity can increase the ability to adjust people’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in response to challenges or setbacks. When faced with stress or adversity, curious people are more likely to explore their emotional reactions instead of avoiding them. ____20____, leading to more effective emotional regulation.
A. Win potential liking
B. Bring overall thinking
C. If you want someone to be open to your ideas or concerns
D. Because it may help you respond to different situations anxiously
E. Follow-up questions, in particular, demonstrate that we’re actively listening
F. So this allows them to better know the root causes of their emotional responses
G. Understanding others’ feelings is a skill that can be strengthened through curiosity
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
This story happened years ago. A carefully planned event started with Mike setting out for a ____21____ with his friend Olivia around their community on Saturday.
As Mike and Olivia wandered, an elderly man ____22____ them. The elderly man gave a standard gesture for “hello” used by ____23____ individuals. At first, Mike felt ____24____ and thought, “Why is he ____25____ differently today?” When they reached the food store, the shopkeeper also ____26____ to them to fetch freshly baked cookies. This left them even more at a(n) ____27____.
As Mike and Olivia left the store, a man dropped his fruits in a panic. They helped ____28____ them up without hesitation. ____29____, the man told them in sign language to take an apple each in return. Mike began to notice a pattern in these _____30_____ interactions.
Then Mike and Olivia came to the community square, where everything _____31_____. “Hi, children. We’d like to prepare a surprise for you, because living in a world without _____32_____ is our dream as well,” a familiar woman said in sign language. No wonder Mike and Olivia communicated well with the people they had met. She _____33_____ that the whole thing was part of a community campaign designed to help people like Mike and Olivia, who suffered from hearing loss.
The truth finally emerged. In just one month, the people on the way had secretly managed to master sign language for Mike and Olivia. Realizing the _____34_____ made on their behalf, Mike and Olivia were moved to tears. This moment underscored the power of empathy and the beauty of the _____35_____ world.
21. A. living B. walk C. service D. strike
22. A. greeted B. convinced C. praised D. acknowledged
23. A. rude B. mad C. deaf D. blind
24. A. merry B. content C. frightened D. confused
25. A. behaving B. dreaming C. wandering D. hugging
26. A. proved B. signaled C. applied D. explained
27. A. cost B. loss C. angle D. distance
28. A. pick B. put C. wake D. clean
29 A. Nevertheless B. Otherwise C. Moreover D. Somehow
30. A. indifferent B. extreme C. unusual D. humorous
31. A. made progress B. made sense C. made a profit D. made an agreement
32. A. campaigns B. needs C. barriers D. tears
33. A. regretted B. urged C. understood D. revealed
34. A. assumptions B. promises C. suggestions D. efforts
35. A. inclusive B. administrative C. primitive D. competitive
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
An international exhibition of intangible (无形的) cultural heritage ran from Friday to Sunday in December, 2024 at the Beijing Exhibition Center. Jointly ____36____ (organize) by the Beijing International Art Fair Foundation and the China Youth Care Foundation, the event aimed ____37____ (provide) a platform to showcase the charm of diverse intangible cultural heritage. It ____38____ (draw) intangible heritage inheritors from nearly 40 countries and regions, as well as art collectors.
The exhibition units, ____39____ focused on traditional cuisine and traditional skills, attracted numerous visitors, featuring over 60 traditional skills spanning cuisines, music and dance, traditional Chinese medicine culture, ____40____ (variety) of forms of embroidery and Chinese martial arts, among other rich categories.
The event offered different activities, including exhibitions, cultural performances, forums, charitable auctions and sales. These activities raised public ____41____ (aware) of the protection and inheritance of intangible cultural heritage, ____42____ (drive) innovation and development within the intangible cultural heritage arts industry.
Taking this exhibition ____43____ a new starting point, the Beijing International Art Fair Foundation planned to ____44____ (regular) host such events to awaken widespread public interest in and love for intangible cultural heritage. It was in _____45_____ attempt to promote their integration into modern life and showcase their unique charm through cross-cultural exchanges on an international scale.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华,你校本期的交换生Paul打算进行“Citywalk(城市漫步)”。请你给他写一封邮件,内容包括:
1. 推荐路线;
2. 表达期望。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80个左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Paul,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
On Christmas morning, the freezing wind blew into my small apartment. “Another lonely Christmas,” I whispered, holding my last dollar, with my stomach empty.
Earlier that year, I had to leave school because my parents’ financial situation had taken a turn for the worse, and they couldn't afford to support my education any longer. Now, with no job and no friends in this new city, I touched the holes in my old green coat-a reminder of happier times when I was carefree on campus.
I put on the coat, its torn shoulder blowing in the wind, and stepped outside. In the park, I sat on a cold bench. "Please, help me," I cried into my hands. The snow felt like sharp pins on my face.
I left the park and walked down the street full of holiday lights. Rain and snow soaked (使湿透) my coat when I passed a coffee shop. Inside, people in nice dresses laughed over hot drinks. I pressed my hand against the window, leaving a foggy mark. I counted my last dollar. Tea cost more. Sadly, I turned back.
As I heard a bell ringing, I noticed a charitable organization volunteer standing next to a red donation bucket. This organization was raising funds to help those in need. My hand trembled as I held my last dollar. I thought to myself, "You can still work and earn more money. They need this dollar more than you do." Finally, I placed it into the bucket.
That afternoon, I opened my bank letter. “$1,000?!” I shouted. My hands shook as I went to the bank to check. “We found a deposit (存款) that was added earlier,” the manager said, looking at my wet clothes. “But I didn't have any savings,” I responded. “It’s from a charitable organization, Miss,” he said kindly. As I walked back home, I couldn't help but think this might be a sign that things were about to get better and that I needed to find a way to give back.
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With the money from the charitable organization, I started to change my life.
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I still keep the old green coat today, a reminder of that hard but warm day.
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