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绝密★启用前 2025年普通高等学校招生萍乡市第二次模拟考试 英 语 (120分钟，总分150分) 本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。共150分。考试时间120分钟。 注意事项： 1. 答第一卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号、考试科目、试卷类型用铅笔涂写在答题卡上。 2. 每小题选出答案后，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。不能答在试卷上。 3. 考试结束，考生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) 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. £9. 18. C. £9. 15. 答案是C。 1. What will the speakers probably do next? A. Cook at home. B. Explore a street. C. Eat out. 2. Which desk is the man going to buy? A. The one with two drawers. B. The one with three drawers. C. The one with two pen holders. 3. How does the woman describe her move? A. Stressful. B. Smooth. C. Unexpected. 4. Where are the speakers? A. In a bank. B. In a bookstore. C. In a post office. 5. What are the speakers discussing? A. A course. B. An instrument. C. A sport. 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. How does the woman sound at first? A. Amused. B. Relieved. C. Surprised. 7. What is Emily like according to the woman? A. She is reliable. B. She is playful. C. She is troublesome. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a repair shop. B. In a car rental company. C. In an insurance company. 9. What does the woman decide to do? A. Give up the repairs. B. Borrow a car. C. Take out insurance. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why will Helen be away from town? A To attend a wedding. B. To meet Andy Torino C. To watch a concert. 11. When will the speakers see the performance? A. On June 18th. B. On June 25th. C. On July 2nd. 12. What does Helen want to do? A. Purchase tickets immediately. B. Invite co-workers to join her. C. Check her work emails. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. Why did Eason work as a living statue performer? A. To fulfill his dream. B. To satisfy his curiosity. C. To make some money. 14. What did Eason dress up like in the World Championships? A. An old man. B. A stone statue. C. A judge. 15. What does Eason cherish most about his job? A. The praise from judges. B. The interaction with audience. C. The achievement in competitions. 16. What is the key to being a good living statue according to Eason? A. Physical strength. B. Creative ideas. C. Attractive appearance. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What can we learn about the library? A. It will close down one year later. B. It is open during public holidays. C. It typically operates 10 hours a day. 18. How much does a copy cost without a copier card? A. 10 cents. B. 20 cents. C. 60 cents. 19. Where should history enthusiasts go? A. The first floor. B. The second floor. C. The third floor. 20. What is said about the computer use in the library? A. It has no time limit. B. It requires registration. C. It is free only for first-time users. 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 Here are the top picks for the best blues albums of 2024 and commenters’ views behind. Colin’s pick: With powerful vocals and masterful musicianship, Katie Knipp’s Me struck a chord with Colin, particularly for its raw, honest songwriting. Each song showcases Katie’s versatility (多才多艺) on piano and other instruments. For Colin, this album is an essential listen for those who appreciate authenticity and soul-stirring blues. Dave Dury’s pick: Dave Dury was impressed with Eddie 9V’s Saratoga, which he describes as a bold, raw album that pushes the boundaries of Southern soul and blues-rock. For Dave, Eddie’s sharp storytelling equally captures the essence of a road trip through modern America. Adrian Blackley’s pick: Adrian Blackley’s love for traditional yet innovative blues led him to select Danielle Nicole’s The Love You Bleed. He was particularly struck by Danielle’s exploration of love and self-reflection, with songs like “Willpower” showcasing her growth as a songwriter. The production, supervised by Tony Braunagel and mixed by John Porter, adds depth to her soulful melodies. Andy Snipper’s pick: Andy Snipper’s top pick was JJ Grey & Mofro’s Olustee, which he described as a master class in Southern soul-blues. The album’s mix of blues, rock, and soul, paired with Grey’s storytelling, created an irresistible listening experience for Andy. 1. Who favors Katie’s album according to Colin? A. Fans of fast-paced rock rhythms. B. Enthusiasts of sharp storytelling. C. Admirers of the versatility on guitar. D. Lovers of genuine and heart-touching blues. 2. Which album is noted for its professional production team? A. Me. B. The Love You Bleed. C. Saratoga. D. Olustee. 3. What do Dave and Andy both emphasize about their picks? A. Their outstanding storytelling. B. Self-reflection of love and growth. C. Their use of innovative instruments. D. High-energy rock-centered compositions. B In this fast-paced world, quiet moments are often spent staring at a phone screen rather than self-reflecting. For those who have forgotten how to switch off and reconnect with ourselves, the Poetry Pharmacy (药房) may be what you can turn to. The Poetry Pharmacy isn't a typical bookstore or pharmacy. The bookstore part is arranged in sections based on the emotional stages of life, so people can browse and find a book that will lift their mood. All these sections match the pharmacy section's famous poetry therapies. Shelves lined with bottles of pills, each filled with capsules containing unique rolled-up poems. Customers can select from a variety of “prescription” pill bottles, including joy, hope, comfort, compassion and more. This revolutionary idea sparked from an ambulance in 2011 when Deborah Alma, the founder of the Poetry Pharmacy, then 47, decided to use poetry as a form of medicine. She became known as the “Emergency Poet” as she drove her ambulance around the country and provided first aid of the literary kind. Eight years later Alma turned her emergency literary services into a permanent store in Shropshire. In 2024, a second poetry pharmacy opened on London's Oxford Street, seeking to bring a little calm to the capital. Katie Dunstan, a published poet, has worked at the Poetry Pharmacy on Oxford Street since its opening. “People just absolutely love it, they come in and they're just like ‘Wow, I've never seen anything like this before’, ” she said. Dunstan loves poetry and how it can make you feel. “It's the truest way of expressing a feeling or emotion because it's so short and concise, and I suppose a poet's job is to condense a feeling into as few words as possible, ” she remarked. The Poetry Pharmacy is now taking off. Alma plans on expanding her shops but is happy at the minute with everything being locally sourced and supplied. 4. What can the Poetry Pharmacy offer to modern individuals? A. A platform to publish poems. B. An approach to self-reflection. C. A shelter from physical harm. D. An access to low-cost counseling. 5. What makes the pharmacy section unique? A. Medicines sold with books. B. Books sorted by emotion. C. Poem-filled capsules in bottles. D. Hand-written prescriptions. 6. Which of the following best describes Alma? A. Reserved and kind. B. Positive and adventurous. C. Optimistic and easy-going. D. Innovative and competent. 7. What's the public's response to the Poetry Pharmacy? A. Strong criticism and rejection. B. General indifference and disinterest. C. Great enthusiasm and amazement. D. Mixed feelings of curiosity and doubt. C In 2023, an appeal by actress Joanna Lumley to free the UK’s 50 caged elephants was turned down by the CEO of Chester Zoo. He claimed that modern zoos are “enlightened” places, a “million miles away” from how they were half a century ago, and crucial to conservation. Is he right? We should perhaps start by pointing out what he does not say: that elephants do suffer in zoos. It is hard to avoid the fact that these places still make animals miserable, particularly large and intelligent ones. Elephants, big cats and primates clearly do not enjoy captivity (圈养). Even airy modern enclosures decorated with grassy slopes and pretty vines cannot hope to provide exactly the same natural surroundings. Animals pace, rock and scratch themselves, and often die young. A surprising number of zoo animals are on psychoactive drugs. In 2000, a survey of North American zoos found that almost half were giving their gorillas drugs to help them cope with their boring lives. Defenders of modern zoos tend to say that these animals’ sad lives serve a higher cause. At the price of one caged elephant, we can save many more in the wild, and meanwhile nurture generations of animal lovers, who might one day become conservationists themselves. But will zoos inspire people to become conservationists? Unlikely. After all, conservation is rooted in the philosophy that we do not have a natural domination over other species, or the right to use them as we will. But zoos are built on the opposing principle — that of humans as consumers, animals to be consumed. “Adults take children to the zoo to show them the originals of their soft toy reproductions,” wrote John Berger. It is where they go to learn that animals are not fellow creatures but things. 8. What does the CEO of Chester Zoo think of modern zoos? A. They are prisons for animals. B. They are habitable for animals. C. They are too remote for animals to live. D. They are unchanged from 50 years ago. 9. Why does the author mention the drug use phenomenon in zoos? A. To prove zoo animals’ suffering. B. To criticize the management. C. To imitate natural ecosystems. D. To highlight animals’ carefree lives. 10. How does the author defend his view according to paragraph 5? A. By listing zoo success stories. B. By emphasizing animal freedom. C. By quoting expert opinions. D. By comparing conflicting values. 11. What can be implied from the text? A. Zoos strengthen family bonds. B. Zoos enhance wildlife conservation. C. Zoos go against the educational role. D. Zoos weaken humans’ domination over animals. D If your colleague bores you to tears with pictures of their lunch, then a new device named “e-Taste” might make things worse. The US-based scientists have developed the device to recreate food and drink flavours, allowing them to be shared remotely within seconds. The team suggests it could be used to enhance virtual reality and boost immersive (沉浸式的) experiences. It could also prove useful for biomedical research or even for “virtual food adventures”. The scientists report their e-Taste device has two key components. The first is a sensing platform — or “electronic tongue” — that captures data about the concentration (浓度) of five different taste chemicals in a liquid sample and sends the information wirelessly to the second component. Then the second component uses small electromagnetic pumps to push liquids through a layer of gel (凝胶) containing five edible taste chemicals, allowing their delivery to an outlet, placed in a recipient’s mouth, to be controlled. The five taste chemicals which can be mixed before delivery, correspond to the original item’s flavours: sweetness, sourness, saltiness, bitterness and the savoury taste (鲜味). In a test, six volunteers were asked to sample different combinations of liquids containing the flavour chemicals, with the combinations designed to represent five different edible items — lemonade, cake, fried egg, coffee, and fish soup. They were then asked to taste a liquid generated by the system and select the foods they thought it represented. Overall, they completed the task with accuracy rate of almost 87% — although spiciness is yet to be cracked. Experts in this area applaud the progress, calling it a “compelling step” for digital taste experiences. However, the team notes the system requires further development, not least as there are taste sensations the device cannot reproduce, such as spiciness and fattiness. While not perfect, e-Taste opens doors to immersive dining simulations and could be used to enhance VR and AR systems and sensory research in the future. 12. What can the e-Taste device do? A. Reproduce spiciness and fattiness. B. Share flavors quickly over distance. C. Create new flavors for food and drinks. D. Improve the taste of virtual reality equipment. 13. How does the “electronic tongue” work in e-Taste? A. By producing edible gel layers. B. By generating electromagnetic signals. C. By collecting chemical data from liquids. D. By transferring food samples wirelessly. 14. What does the underlined word “it” refer to in paragraph 4? A. Liquid. B. System. C. Chemical. D. Food. 15. What is the best title for the text? A. VR Breakthrough: Taste and Vision Combined B. Biological Discovery: Taste Chemicals Detected C Virtual Dining Revolution: Full Meals Recreated D. Taste Digitalization: Remote Taste Copying Achieved 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。 In today’s fast-paced world where stress levels are on the rise, practicing mindfulness has emerged as an effective strategy to help you feel calm. Interestingly, daily activities like crafting can be transformed into mindful exercises. ____16____ Craft activities, such as painting and writing, have long been done to feel peaceful. If you’d like to introduce mindful craft into your life, here’s how to get started. Pick your moment. If you’re new to mindfulness practices, it’s easier to begin when you’re not feeling worked up or stressed. Choose a time when you feel relatively calm and try to pace yourself. Stop the activity before you get bored or distracted. ____17____ By doing so, you’ll find it easier to stay focused. ____18____ Ensure that you are in a warm and comfortable environment and have all the necessary materials at hand, which will help you avoid unnecessary interruptions. It could be beneficial to inform your family that you desire some personal time, during which you can put distractions aside, including devices like your mobile phone. Use your senses. While crafting, it is essential that you use your senses. That might mean enjoying the feel of the wool in your hands as you knit, delighting in the vivid colors of your paint, or listening to the sound your crafting makes. ____19____ Specifically, notice touch, sensation, colors, patterns and any other sensory detail. When you fully focus on crafting, it is no longer just about making things, but becomes a way to find inner peace. It turns into quiet time where your mind stays peaceful. In these simple creative moments, you can find calm and joy: ____20____ A. Set the scene. B. Plan the time. C. Also, pick calm moments for crafting joy. D. This works because crafting requires focused attention. E Focus your attention on every detail of the experience as you craft. F. Moreover, take a minute to be in the present moment before you restart. G. Start crafting today, and discover its power to bring peace to your mind. 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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A city child’s summer is spent in the street in front of his home. All through the summer vacations, I ___21___ silently aside and occasionally watched enviously the other boys playing baseball. I was never asked to take part even when one team had a member ___22___ — not out of special cruelty, but because they ___23___ I would be no good at it. I would never forget that wonderful evening. The baseball ___24___ about eight or eight thirty when it grew dark. Then it was the custom of the boys to ___25___ to a little stoop (门廊). No grownup ever sat there or ___26___ to. There the boys would mostly talk about their games and then ___27___ one by one. It was just after an unexpected question that my life as a (n) ___28___ changed. I can no longer remember which boy ___29___ the silence. “What’s in those books you’re always reading?” he asked casually. “Stories,” I answered. ____30____, I just sat there in silence. But that day I told them for two hours the story I was reading at the moment. They listened ____31____. The next night and many nights thereafter, a kind of unspoken ritual took place. Sometimes, in order to ____32____ my victory more completely, I cheated. I would stop at the most ____33____ part of a story and tell them it would have to be ____34____ the following evening. It was not true, of course. I enjoyed the long summer evenings until school began in the fall, which ____35____ in my memory. 21. A. sat B. walked C. helped D. read 22. A. missing B. coming C. speaking D. training 23. A. admitted B. assumed C. guaranteed D. confirmed 24. A. ended B. started C. paused D. resumed 25. A. attach B. rise C. retire D. inch 26. A. begged B. agreed C. attempted D. decided 27. A. wandered off B. took off C. set out D. flew away 28. A. organizer B. promoter C. founder D. outsider 29. A. defended B. made C. hit D. broke 30. A. Initially B. Usually C. Eventually D. Remarkably 31. A. attentively B. sympathetically C. secretly D. impatiently 32. A. hide B. taste C. expose D. spot 33. A. ridiculous B. exciting C. desperate D. relaxing 34. A. written B. concluded C. continued D. repeated 35. A. appeared B. faded C. served D. stuck 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。 At the Gansu Provincial Museum, “spicy hot pot” comes alive through furry cabbage, broccoli, and meatball toys, ____36____ (reflect) a global trend: the rising popularity of soft toys. Valued at $12 billion in2023 and expected to grow at 8% ____37____ (steady) until 2030, the trend is driven by “kidults” — adults who find joy and comfort in cute, soft items. In their opinions, it is these “happiness generators” ____38____ help Gen Z cope with anxiety in the rat race. ____39____ it is not a new obsession, it has the potential to change the world. As lonely elderly ____40____ (individual) pet these toys, the delicate texture serves as a ____41____ (remind) of embracing beloved family and friends. Policymakers, too, might employ ____42____ trick to regulate people’s behavior. Now Japan’s kawaii barriers ____43____ (believe) to reduce road-rage incidents. Putting images of dolphins ____44____ (trap) in rubbish on bins has been shown to reduce plastic waste. Critics may view the trend as “infantilization (幼儿化)” but for a youthful generation, it reflects a playful and curious approach ____45____ adulthood, not immaturity. Who says adults can’t fall in love with toys and softness? 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，你校英文报“Debate beyond words”栏目就“大学选专业，个人兴趣和就业前景 (employment prospects) 哪个更重要? ”这个话题面向全校学生征稿。请你写一篇短文投稿，要点包括： 1. 你的看法； 2. 你的理由。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。 The afternoon sun sank low, casting a golden glow over the stone-paved street where a small pet shop stood. The store owner, known for his kindness both for the pets and kids, was securing a sign above his door that read “Puppies for Sale.” Signs like that have a way of attracting small children, and sure enough, a little boy appeared under the sign. “How much are you going to sell the puppies for?” he asked. The store owner replied gently, “Anywhere from $30 to $50.” The boy reached in his pocket and pulled out some change. “I have $2. 37,” he said. “Can I please look at the puppies?” The store owner’s heart softened, then he smiled and whistled. Out of the dog house came the mother dog, who ran down the aisle of his store followed by five teeny, tiny balls of fur. One puppy was falling behind considerably. Immediately the little boy singled out the limping (跛行的) puppy and said, “What’s wrong with that little dog?” The store owner explained that the vet had examined the little puppy and discovered it was born with a serious disability. It would always limp and would always be disabled. The little boy became excited. “That is the little puppy that I want to buy.” Astonished, the store owner uttered, “If you want him, I’ll just give him to you.” The little boy got quite upset. He looked straight into the store owner’s eyes, and said, “I don’t want you to give him to me. That little dog is worth every bit as much as all the other dogs and I’ll pay full price. In fact, I’ll give you $2. 37 now, and fifty cents a month until I have him paid for.” The store owner hesitated. “This pup won’t chase balls or climb stairs. Are you sure?” To this, this little boy reached down and rolled up his pant leg to reveal a badly twisted, crippled (瘸的) left leg supported by a big mental brace. 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。 The store owner felt his throat tightened. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The boy happily limped towards the puppy. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 绝密★启用前 2025年普通高等学校招生萍乡市第二次模拟考试 英 语 (120分钟，总分150分) 本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。共150分。考试时间120分钟。 注意事项： 1. 答第一卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号、考试科目、试卷类型用铅笔涂写在答题卡上。 2. 每小题选出答案后，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。不能答在试卷上。 3. 考试结束，考生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) 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. £9. 18. C. £9. 15. 答案是C。 1. What will the speakers probably do next? A. Cook at home. B. Explore a street. C. Eat out. 2. Which desk is the man going to buy? A. The one with two drawers. B. The one with three drawers. C. The one with two pen holders. 3. How does the woman describe her move? A. Stressful. B. Smooth. C. Unexpected. 4. Where are the speakers? A. In a bank. B. In a bookstore. C. In a post office. 5. What are the speakers discussing? A. A course. B. An instrument. C. A sport. 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. How does the woman sound at first? A. Amused. B. Relieved. C. Surprised. 7. What is Emily like according to the woman? A. She is reliable. B. She is playful. C. She is troublesome. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a repair shop. B. In a car rental company. C. In an insurance company. 9. What does the woman decide to do? A. Give up the repairs. B. Borrow a car. C. Take out insurance. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why will Helen be away from town? A. To attend a wedding. B. To meet Andy Torino C. To watch a concert. 11. When will the speakers see the performance? A. On June 18th. B. On June 25th. C. On July 2nd. 12. What does Helen want to do? A. Purchase tickets immediately. B. Invite co-workers to join her. C. Check her work emails. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. Why did Eason work as a living statue performer? A. To fulfill his dream. B. To satisfy his curiosity. C. To make some money. 14. What did Eason dress up like in the World Championships? A. An old man. B. A stone statue. C. A judge. 15. What does Eason cherish most about his job? A. The praise from judges. B. The interaction with audience. C. The achievement in competitions. 16. What is the key to being a good living statue according to Eason? A. Physical strength. B. Creative ideas. C. Attractive appearance. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What can we learn about the library? A. It will close down one year later. B. It is open during public holidays. C. It typically operates 10 hours a day. 18. How much does a copy cost without a copier card? A. 10 cents. B. 20 cents. C. 60 cents. 19. Where should history enthusiasts go? A. The first floor. B. The second floor. C. The third floor. 20 What is said about the computer use in the library? A. It has no time limit. B. It requires registration. C. It is free only for first-time users. 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 Here are the top picks for the best blues albums of 2024 and commenters’ views behind. Colin’s pick: With powerful vocals and masterful musicianship, Katie Knipp’s Me struck a chord with Colin, particularly for its raw, honest songwriting. Each song showcases Katie’s versatility (多才多艺) on piano and other instruments. For Colin, this album is an essential listen for those who appreciate authenticity and soul-stirring blues. Dave Dury’s pick: Dave Dury was impressed with Eddie 9V’s Saratoga, which he describes as a bold, raw album that pushes the boundaries of Southern soul and blues-rock. For Dave, Eddie’s sharp storytelling equally captures the essence of a road trip through modern America. Adrian Blackley’s pick: Adrian Blackley’s love for traditional yet innovative blues led him to select Danielle Nicole’s The Love You Bleed. He was particularly struck by Danielle’s exploration of love and self-reflection, with songs like “Willpower” showcasing her growth as a songwriter. The production, supervised by Tony Braunagel and mixed by John Porter, adds depth to her soulful melodies. Andy Snipper’s pick: Andy Snipper’s top pick was JJ Grey & Mofro’s Olustee, which he described as a master class in Southern soul-blues. The album’s mix of blues, rock, and soul, paired with Grey’s storytelling, created an irresistible listening experience for Andy. 1. Who favors Katie’s album according to Colin? A. Fans of fast-paced rock rhythms. B. Enthusiasts of sharp storytelling. C. Admirers of the versatility on guitar. D. Lovers of genuine and heart-touching blues. 2. Which album is noted for its professional production team? A. Me. B. The Love You Bleed. C. Saratoga. D. Olustee. 3 What do Dave and Andy both emphasize about their picks? A. Their outstanding storytelling. B. Self-reflection of love and growth. C. Their use of innovative instruments. D. High-energy rock-centered compositions. 【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四位评论者各自选择的2024年最佳蓝调专辑及看法。 【1题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“For Colin, this album is an essential listen for those who appreciate authenticity and soul-stirring blues. (对科林来说，这张专辑对于那些欣赏真实性和扣人心弦的布鲁斯音乐的人来说是必不可少的)”可知，科林认为这张专辑对于喜爱真实且动人心弦布鲁斯音乐的人来说是必听之作。由此推知，喜欢真实且动人心弦布鲁斯音乐的人会喜欢凯蒂的专辑。故选D项。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据第五段“The production, supervised by Tony Braunagel and mixed by John Porter, adds depth to her soulful melodies.(由托尼·布劳纳格尔监制、约翰·波特混音的制作，为她的深情旋律增添了深度)”可知，The Love You Bleed的制作团队很专业。故选B项。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段“For Dave, Eddie’s sharp storytelling equally captures the essence of a road trip through modern America.(对戴夫来说，埃迪犀利的叙事同样捕捉到了现代美国公路旅行的精髓)”和最后一段“The album’s mix of blues, rock, and soul, paired with Grey’s storytelling, created an irresistible listening experience for Andy.(这张专辑融合了布鲁斯、摇滚和灵魂乐，再加上格雷的叙事，为安迪创造了一种不可抗拒的听觉体验)”可知，戴夫和安迪都强调了他们所选专辑中出色的叙事。故选A项。 B In this fast-paced world, quiet moments are often spent staring at a phone screen rather than self-reflecting. For those who have forgotten how to switch off and reconnect with ourselves, the Poetry Pharmacy (药房) may be what you can turn to. The Poetry Pharmacy isn't a typical bookstore or pharmacy. The bookstore part is arranged in sections based on the emotional stages of life, so people can browse and find a book that will lift their mood. All these sections match the pharmacy section's famous poetry therapies. Shelves lined with bottles of pills, each filled with capsules containing unique rolled-up poems. Customers can select from a variety of “prescription” pill bottles, including joy, hope, comfort, compassion and more. This revolutionary idea sparked from an ambulance in 2011 when Deborah Alma, the founder of the Poetry Pharmacy, then 47, decided to use poetry as a form of medicine. She became known as the “Emergency Poet” as she drove her ambulance around the country and provided first aid of the literary kind. Eight years later Alma turned her emergency literary services into a permanent store in Shropshire. In 2024, a second poetry pharmacy opened on London's Oxford Street, seeking to bring a little calm to the capital. Katie Dunstan, a published poet, has worked at the Poetry Pharmacy on Oxford Street since its opening. “People just absolutely love it, they come in and they're just like ‘Wow, I've never seen anything like this before’, ” she said. Dunstan loves poetry and how it can make you feel. “It's the truest way of expressing a feeling or emotion because it's so short and concise, and I suppose a poet's job is to condense a feeling into as few words as possible, ” she remarked. The Poetry Pharmacy is now taking off. Alma plans on expanding her shops but is happy at the minute with everything being locally sourced and supplied. 4. What can the Poetry Pharmacy offer to modern individuals? A. A platform to publish poems. B. An approach to self-reflection. C. A shelter from physical harm. D. An access to low-cost counseling. 5. What makes the pharmacy section unique? A. Medicines sold with books. B. Books sorted by emotion. C. Poem-filled capsules in bottles. D. Hand-written prescriptions. 6. Which of the following best describes Alma? A. Reserved and kind. B. Positive and adventurous. C. Optimistic and easy-going. D. Innovative and competent. 7. What's the public's response to the Poetry Pharmacy? A. Strong criticism and rejection. B. General indifference and disinterest. C. Great enthusiasm and amazement. D. Mixed feelings of curiosity and doubt. 【答案】4. B 5. C 6. D 7. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文，主要介绍了一家独特的“诗歌药房”及其创始人Deborah Alma的相关经历以及公众对它的喜爱。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“In this fast-paced world, quiet moments are often spent staring at a phone screen rather than self-reflecting. For those who have forgotten how to switch off and reconnect with ourselves, the Poetry Pharmacy (药房) may be what you can turn to(在这个快节奏的世界里，安静的时刻常常是盯着手机屏幕，而不是进行自我反思。对于那些已经忘记如何放下手机、重新与自我建立联系的人来说，“诗歌药房”可能是你可以求助的地方)”可知“诗歌药房”可能是进行反思的地方，所以“诗歌药房”能为现代个人提供一种自我反思的途径。故选B项。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“Shelves lined with bottles of pills, each filled with capsules containing unique rolled-up poems. Customers can select from a variety of “prescription” pill bottles, including joy, hope, comfort, compassion and more(架子上摆满了药瓶，每个药瓶里都装着胶囊，胶囊里装着独特的卷起的诗歌。顾客可以从各种“处方”药瓶中选择，包括快乐、希望、安慰、同情等等)”可知，药房部分的独特之处在于瓶子里装着有诗歌的胶囊。故选C项。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“This revolutionary idea sparked from an ambulance in 2011 when Deborah Alma, the founder of the Poetry Pharmacy, then 47, decided to use poetry as a form of medicine(2011年，“诗歌药房” 的创始人Deborah Alma当时47岁，她在一辆救护车上萌生了这个革命性的想法，决定将诗歌作为一种药物形式)”可知，她想出了独特的“诗歌药房”的理念，可推理出她有创新精神。再根据“Eight years later Alma turned her emergency literary services into a permanent store in Shropshire. In 2024, a second poetry pharmacy opened on London's Oxford Street, seeking to bring a little calm to the capital(八年后，Alma将她的紧急文学服务变成了什罗普郡的一家永久性商店。2024年，第二家“诗歌药房”在伦敦牛津街开业，试图为首都带来一丝宁静)”可知，她成功地将想法付诸实践并扩大了业务，可推理出她很有能力。故选D项。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段“Katie Dunstan, a published poet, has worked at the Poetry Pharmacy on Oxford Street since its opening. “People just absolutely love it, they come in and they're just like ‘Wow, I've never seen anything like this before’, ” she said(已出版诗集的诗人Katie Dunstan从牛津街的“诗歌药房”开业起就在那里工作。她说：“人们非常喜欢它，他们进来后就会说‘哇，我以前从未见过这样的东西’。”)”可知，人们非常喜欢“诗歌药房”，对“诗歌药房”充满热情并感到惊奇。故选C项。 C In 2023, an appeal by actress Joanna Lumley to free the UK’s 50 caged elephants was turned down by the CEO of Chester Zoo. He claimed that modern zoos are “enlightened” places, a “million miles away” from how they were half a century ago, and crucial to conservation. Is he right? We should perhaps start by pointing out what he does not say: that elephants do suffer in zoos. It is hard to avoid the fact that these places still make animals miserable, particularly large and intelligent ones. Elephants, big cats and primates clearly do not enjoy captivity (圈养). Even airy modern enclosures decorated with grassy slopes and pretty vines cannot hope to provide exactly the same natural surroundings. Animals pace, rock and scratch themselves, and often die young. A surprising number of zoo animals are on psychoactive drugs. In 2000, a survey of North American zoos found that almost half were giving their gorillas drugs to help them cope with their boring lives. Defenders of modern zoos tend to say that these animals’ sad lives serve a higher cause. At the price of one caged elephant, we can save many more in the wild, and meanwhile nurture generations of animal lovers, who might one day become conservationists themselves. But will zoos inspire people to become conservationists? Unlikely. After all, conservation is rooted in the philosophy that we do not have a natural domination over other species, or the right to use them as we will. But zoos are built on the opposing principle — that of humans as consumers, animals to be consumed. “Adults take children to the zoo to show them the originals of their soft toy reproductions” wrote John Berger. It is where they go to learn that animals are not fellow creatures but things. 8. What does the CEO of Chester Zoo think of modern zoos? A. They are prisons for animals. B. They are habitable for animals. C. They are too remote for animals to live. D. They are unchanged from 50 years ago. 9. Why does the author mention the drug use phenomenon in zoos? A To prove zoo animals’ suffering. B. To criticize the management. C. To imitate natural ecosystems. D. To highlight animals’ carefree lives. 10. How does the author defend his view according to paragraph 5? A. By listing zoo success stories. B. By emphasizing animal freedom. C. By quoting expert opinions. D. By comparing conflicting values. 11. What can be implied from the text? A. Zoos strengthen family bonds. B. Zoos enhance wildlife conservation. C. Zoos go against the educational role. D. Zoos weaken humans’ domination over animals. 【答案】8. B 9. A 10. D 11. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了现代动物园不能为动物提供适宜的生存环境，动物园违背了教育作用。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“He claimed that modern zoos are “enlightened” places, a “million miles away” from how they were half a century ago, and crucial to conservation.(他声称，现代动物园是“开明”的地方，与半个世纪前相比已经“天壤之别”，对动物保护至关重要)”可知，切斯特动物园的CEO认为现代动物园适合动物居住。故选B项。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“Animals pace, rock and scratch themselves, and often die young. A surprising number of zoo animals are on psychoactive drugs. In 2000, a survey of North American zoos found that almost half were giving their gorillas drugs to help them cope with their boring lives.(动物会踱步、摇晃和抓挠自己，而且经常年幼时死去。令人惊讶的是，许多动物园动物都在服用精神药物。2000年，一项对北美动物园的调查发现，近一半的动物园给大猩猩服用药物，以帮助它们应对无聊的生活)”可推知，作者提到动物园中使用药物的现象是为了证明动物园动物的痛苦。故选A项。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据第五段“But will zoos inspire people to become conservationists? Unlikely. After all, conservation is rooted in the philosophy that we do not have a natural domination over other species, or the right to use them as we will. But zoos are built on the opposing principle — that of humans as consumers, animals to be consumed.(但是动物园会激励人们成为保护主义者吗？不太可能。毕竟，保护主义植根于这样一种理念：我们对其他物种没有天然的统治权，也没有权利按照我们的意愿使用它们。但动物园是建立在相反的原则之上的——人类是消费者，动物是被消费者)”可知，作者在第五段中通过比较相互冲突的价值观来捍卫自己的观点。故选D项。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据第六段““Adults take children to the zoo to show them the originals of their soft toy reproductions,” wrote John Berger. It is where they go to learn that animals are not fellow creatures but things.(约翰·伯杰写道：“成年人带孩子去动物园，向他们展示毛绒玩具复制品的原版。”在那里，他们了解到动物不是同类，而是事物)”可知，成年人带孩子去动物园，孩子们在那里了解到的是，动物不是同类，而是事物，由此可以暗示动物园违背了教育作用。故选C项。 D If your colleague bores you to tears with pictures of their lunch, then a new device named “e-Taste” might make things worse. The US-based scientists have developed the device to recreate food and drink flavours, allowing them to be shared remotely within seconds. The team suggests it could be used to enhance virtual reality and boost immersive (沉浸式的) experiences. It could also prove useful for biomedical research or even for “virtual food adventures”. The scientists report their e-Taste device has two key components. The first is a sensing platform — or “electronic tongue” — that captures data about the concentration (浓度) of five different taste chemicals in a liquid sample and sends the information wirelessly to the second component. Then the second component uses small electromagnetic pumps to push liquids through a layer of gel (凝胶) containing five edible taste chemicals, allowing their delivery to an outlet, placed in a recipient’s mouth, to be controlled. The five taste chemicals, which can be mixed before delivery, correspond to the original item’s flavours: sweetness, sourness, saltiness, bitterness and the savoury taste (鲜味). In a test, six volunteers were asked to sample different combinations of liquids containing the flavour chemicals, with the combinations designed to represent five different edible items — lemonade, cake, fried egg, coffee, and fish soup. They were then asked to taste a liquid generated by the system and select the foods they thought it represented. Overall, they completed the task with accuracy rate of almost 87% — although spiciness is yet to be cracked. Experts in this area applaud the progress, calling it a “compelling step” for digital taste experiences. However, the team notes the system requires further development, not least as there are taste sensations the device cannot reproduce, such as spiciness and fattiness. While not perfect, e-Taste opens doors to immersive dining simulations and could be used to enhance VR and AR systems and sensory research in the future. 12. What can the e-Taste device do? A. Reproduce spiciness and fattiness. B. Share flavors quickly over distance. C. Create new flavors for food and drinks. D. Improve the taste of virtual reality equipment. 13. How does the “electronic tongue” work in e-Taste? A. By producing edible gel layers. B. By generating electromagnetic signals. C. By collecting chemical data from liquids. D. By transferring food samples wirelessly. 14. What does the underlined word “it” refer to in paragraph 4? A. Liquid. B. System. C. Chemical. D. Food. 15. What is the best title for the text? A. VR Breakthrough: Taste and Vision Combined B. Biological Discovery: Taste Chemicals Detected C. Virtual Dining Revolution: Full Meals Recreated D. Taste Digitalization: Remote Taste Copying Achieved 【答案】12. B 13. C 14. A 15. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了美国科学家开发的“e-Taste”设备，它能远程分享食物味道。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“The US based scientists have developed the device to recreate food and drink flavours, allowing them to be shared remotely within seconds.(美国科学家开发了这种设备来重现食物和饮料的味道，使其能够在几秒钟内远程分享)”可知，“e-Taste”设备可以快速远距离分享味道。故选B项。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“The first is a sensing platform — or ‘electronic tongue’ — that captures data about the concentration (浓度) of five different taste chemicals in a liquid sample and sends the information wirelessly to the second component.(第一个是传感平台，即‘电子舌’，它可以捕捉液体样本中五种不同味道化学物质的浓度数据，并将信息无线发送到第二个组件)”可知，“电子舌”通过从液体中收集化学数据来工作。故选C项。 【14题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第四段中“They were then asked to taste a liquid generated by the system and select the foods they thought it represented.(然后他们被要求品尝系统生成的一种液体，并选择他们认为它代表的食物)”和指代关系可知，指示代词“it”指代前面提到的“liquid”。故选A项。 15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段中“The US based scientists have developed the device to recreate food and drink flavours, allowing them to be shared remotely within seconds.(美国科学家开发了这种设备来重现食物和饮料的味道，使其能够在几秒钟内远程分享)”和最后一段中“While not perfect, e Taste opens doors to immersive dining simulations and could be used to enhance VR and AR systems and sensory research in the future.(虽然并不完美，但‘e Taste’为沉浸式餐饮模拟打开了大门，未来可用于增强虚拟现实和增强现实系统以及感官研究)”可知，文章主要围绕“e Taste”设备实现味觉数字化、远程复制味道展开。D选项“Taste Digitalization: Remote Taste Copying Achieved(味觉数字化：实现远程味道复制)”能概括文章主要内容，最适合做文章标题。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。 In today’s fast-paced world where stress levels are on the rise, practicing mindfulness has emerged as an effective strategy to help you feel calm. Interestingly, daily activities like crafting can be transformed into mindful exercises. ____16____ Craft activities, such as painting and writing, have long been done to feel peaceful. If you’d like to introduce mindful craft into your life, here’s how to get started. Pick your moment. If you’re new to mindfulness practices, it’s easier to begin when you’re not feeling worked up or stressed. Choose a time when you feel relatively calm and try to pace yourself. Stop the activity before you get bored or distracted. ____17____ By doing so, you’ll find it easier to stay focused. ____18____ Ensure that you are in a warm and comfortable environment and have all the necessary materials at hand, which will help you avoid unnecessary interruptions. It could be beneficial to inform your family that you desire some personal time, during which you can put distractions aside, including devices like your mobile phone. Use your senses. While crafting, it is essential that you use your senses. That might mean enjoying the feel of the wool in your hands as you knit, delighting in the vivid colors of your paint, or listening to the sound your crafting makes. ____19____ Specifically, notice touch, sensation, colors, patterns and any other sensory detail. When you fully focus on crafting, it is no longer just about making things, but becomes a way to find inner peace. It turns into quiet time where your mind stays peaceful. In these simple creative moments, you can find calm and joy: ____20____ A. Set the scene. B. Plan the time. C. Also, pick calm moments for crafting joy. D. This works because crafting requires focused attention. E. Focus your attention on every detail of the experience as you craft. F. Moreover, take a minute to be in the present moment before you restart. G. Start crafting today, and discover its power to bring peace to your mind. 【答案】16. D 17. F 18. A 19. E 20. G 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了在快节奏且压力上升的当下，将手工制作转变为正念练习能让人平静，并给出了开展正念手工制作的具体方法。 【16题详解】 上文“Interestingly, daily activities like crafting can be transformed into mindful exercises.(有趣的是，像手工制作这样的日常活动可以转变为正念练习)”指出手工制作可成为正念练习，D选项“This works because crafting requires focused attention.(这行得通是因为手工制作需要专注的注意力)”解释了为什么手工制作能成为正念练习，与上文构成因果关系，说明了原因。故选D项。 【17题详解】 上文“Choose a time when you feel relatively calm and try to pace yourself. Stop the activity before you get bored or distracted.(选择一个你感觉相对平静的时候，试着调整自己的节奏。在你感到无聊或分心之前停止活动)”强调选择平静时刻及合理安排活动时间，F选项“Moreover, take a minute to be in the present moment before you restart.(此外，在你重新开始之前花一分钟活在当下)”进一步补充说明在重新开始活动前要专注当下，与上文在时间安排和专注方面的话题一致，是对上文内容的补充。故选F项。 【18题详解】 下文“Ensure that you are in a warm and comfortable environment and have all the necessary materials at hand, which will help you avoid unnecessary interruptions.(确保你处于一个温暖舒适的环境中，并且手头有所有必要的材料，这将有助于你避免不必要的干扰)”围绕手工制作的环境和准备材料等场景布置方面展开，A选项“Set the scene.(布置场景)”能概括下文内容，与下文逻辑紧密，点明了这部分内容的主题。故选A项。 【19题详解】 上文“While crafting, it is essential that you use your senses.(在手工制作时，使用你的感官是很重要的)”强调使用感官，下文“Specifically, notice touch, sensation, colors, patterns and any other sensory detail.(具体来说，注意触摸、感觉、颜色、图案和任何其他感官细节)”进一步说明要关注的感官细节，E选项“Focus your attention on every detail of the experience as you craft.(在你手工制作时，将你的注意力集中在体验的每一个细节上)”起到承上启下的作用，既承接上文使用感官，又引出下文对细节的关注。故选E项。 【20题详解】 上文“When you fully focus on crafting, it is no longer just about making things, but becomes a way to find inner peace. It turns into quiet time where your mind stays peaceful. In these simple creative moments, you can find calm and joy(当你完全专注于手工制作时，它不再仅仅是制作东西，而是成为一种寻找内心平静的方式。它变成了让你内心保持平静的安静时光。在这些简单的创意时刻，你可以找到平静和快乐)”阐述了专注手工制作能带来内心平静和快乐，G选项“Start crafting today, and discover its power to bring peace to your mind.(今天就开始手工制作，发现它给你的心灵带来平静的力量)”基于上文内容，呼吁人们开始手工制作以感受其带来的平静力量，与上文在内容和情感上相呼应。故选G项。 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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A city child’s summer is spent in the street in front of his home. All through the summer vacations, I ___21___ silently aside and occasionally watched enviously the other boys playing baseball. I was never asked to take part even when one team had a member ___22___ — not out of special cruelty, but because they ___23___ I would be no good at it. I would never forget that wonderful evening. The baseball ___24___ about eight or eight thirty when it grew dark. Then it was the custom of the boys to ___25___ to a little stoop (门廊). No grownup ever sat there or ___26___ to. There the boys would mostly talk about their games and then ___27___ one by one. It was just after an unexpected question that my life as a (n) ___28___ changed. I can no longer remember which boy ___29___ the silence. “What’s in those books you’re always reading?” he asked casually. “Stories,” I answered. ____30____, I just sat there in silence. But that day I told them for two hours the story I was reading at the moment. They listened ____31____. The next night and many nights thereafter, a kind of unspoken ritual took place. Sometimes, in order to ____32____ my victory more completely, I cheated. I would stop at the most ____33____ part of a story and tell them it would have to be ____34____ the following evening. It was not true, of course. I enjoyed the long summer evenings until school began in the fall, which ____35____ in my memory. 21. A. sat B. walked C. helped D. read 22. A. missing B. coming C. speaking D. training 23. A. admitted B. assumed C. guaranteed D. confirmed 24. A. ended B. started C. paused D. resumed 25. A. attach B. rise C. retire D. inch 26. A. begged B. agreed C. attempted D. decided 27. A. wandered off B. took off C. set out D. flew away 28. A. organizer B. promoter C. founder D. outsider 29. A. defended B. made C. hit D. broke 30. A. Initially B. Usually C. Eventually D. Remarkably 31. A. attentively B. sympathetically C. secretly D. impatiently 32. A. hide B. taste C. expose D. spot 33. A. ridiculous B. exciting C. desperate D. relaxing 34. A. written B. concluded C. continued D. repeated 35. A. appeared B. faded C. served D. stuck 【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 24. A 25. C 26. C 27. A 28. D 29. D 30. B 31. A 32. B 33. B 34. C 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了原本被孤立的作者因分享故事被接纳，成为转变点，并留下美好记忆。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：整个暑假，我都在一旁静静地读书，偶尔羡慕地看着其他男孩打棒球。A. sat坐；B. walked走；C. helped帮助；D. read读。根据下文“But that day I told them for two hours the story I was reading at the moment.”可知，作者静静地坐在一旁读书。故选D。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：即使有一队缺一个人，我也从未被邀请参加——不是因为特别不公，而是因为他们认为我不擅长。A. missing缺少；B. coming来；C. speaking说；D. training训练。根据上文“I was never asked to take part”可知，此处表示队伍缺人时。故选A。 【23题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：即使有一队缺一个人，我也从未被邀请参加——不是因为特别不公，而是因为他们认为我不擅长。A. admitted承认；B. assumed认为；C. guaranteed保证；D. confirmed确认。根据下文“I would be no good at it”可知，他们认为作者不擅长，所以不邀请作者。故选B。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：天黑时，大约八点或八点三十分，棒球比赛结束了。A. ended结束；B. started开始；C. paused暂停；D. resumed重新开始。根据上文“when it grew dark”可知，天黑时，比赛结束了。故选A。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：然后，男孩们的习惯是退到一个小门廊。A. attach附上；B. rise上升；C. retire撤退；D. inch缓慢移动。根据下文“to a little stoop (门廊)”可知，此处表示男孩们退到门廊。故选C。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：没有大人坐在那里，也没有人试图去那里。A. begged乞求；B. agreed同意；C. attempted试图；D. decided决定。根据上文“No grownup ever sat there”可知，没有人试图去那里。故选C。 【27题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：在那里，男孩们大多谈论他们的比赛，然后一个接一个地离开。A. wandered off走开；B. took off起飞；C. set out出发；D. flew away飞走。根据下文“one by one”以及语境可知，男孩们谈论他们的比赛之后，一个接一个地离开。故选A。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：就在一个意想不到的问题之后，我作为一个局外人的生活改变了。A. organizer组织者；B. promoter促进者；C. founder创立者；D. outsider局外人。根据上文“I was never asked to take part even when one team had a member ___2___”可知，作者一直未被邀请参加比赛，是局外人。故选D。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我不记得是哪个男孩打破了沉默。A. defended辩护；B. made制作；C. hit打击；D. broke打破。根据下文“the silence”以及“But that day I told them for two hours the story I was reading at the moment.”可知，有一个男孩打破了沉默。故选D。 【30题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：通常，我只是静静地坐在那里。A. Initially最初；B. Usually通常；C. Eventually最终；D. Remarkably显著地。根据上文“All through the summer vacations, I ___1___ silently aside”以及下文“I just sat there in silence”可知，通常作者只是静静坐着。故选B。 【31题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：他们专心地听着。A. attentively专心地；B. sympathetically同情地；C. secretly秘密地；D. impatiently不耐烦地。根据上文“But that day I told them for two hours the story I was reading at the moment”可知，他们听得专心。故选A。 【32题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：有时，为了更彻底地品尝我的胜利，我作弊了。A. hide隐藏；B. taste品尝；C. expose暴露；D. spot发现。根据下文“my victory more completely, I cheated. I would stop at the most ___13___ part of a story and tell them it would have to be ___14___ the following evening.”可知，作者为了品尝胜利，采用了一些方法。故选B。 【33题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我会在故事最令人激动的部分停下来，告诉他们第二天晚上继续。A. ridiculous荒谬的；B. exciting令人激动的；C. desperate绝望的；D. relaxing放松的。根据上文“I would stop at the most”以及常识可知，为了吸引人们继续听故事，作者会在故事最令人激动的地方停下。故选B。 【34题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我会在故事最精彩的部分停下来，告诉他们第二天晚上继续。A. written写；B. concluded得出结论；C. continued继续；D. repeated重复。根据下文“the following evening”以及语境可知，作者前一天停下讲故事，第二天晚上继续。故选C。 【35题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我一直享受着漫长的夏夜，直到秋天开学，这段记忆一直留在我的脑海中。A. appeared出现；B. faded褪色；C. served服务；D. stuck留在，卡住。根据下文“in my memory”可知，此处表示这段记忆留在作者的脑海中。故选D。 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。 At the Gansu Provincial Museum, “spicy hot pot” comes alive through furry cabbage, broccoli, and meatball toys, ____36____ (reflect) a global trend: the rising popularity of soft toys. Valued at $12 billion in2023 and expected to grow at 8% ____37____ (steady) until 2030, the trend is driven by “kidults” — adults who find joy and comfort in cute, soft items. In their opinions, it is these “happiness generators” ____38____ help Gen Z cope with anxiety in the rat race. ____39____ it is not a new obsession, it has the potential to change the world. As lonely elderly ____40____ (individual) pet these toys, the delicate texture serves as a ____41____ (remind) of embracing beloved family and friends. Policymakers, too, might employ ____42____ trick to regulate people’s behavior. Now Japan’s kawaii barriers ____43____ (believe) to reduce road-rage incidents. Putting images of dolphins ____44____ (trap) in rubbish on bins has been shown to reduce plastic waste. Critics may view the trend as “infantilization (幼儿化)”, but for a youthful generation, it reflects a playful and curious approach ____45____ adulthood, not immaturity. Who says adults can’t fall in love with toys and softness? 【答案】36. reflecting 37. steadily 38. that 39. Though##Although##While 40. individuals 41. reminder 42. the 43. are believed 44. trapped 45. to 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了毛绒玩具流行的现状、背后原因，还阐述了其对不同人群的作用及一些应用，同时回应了批评观点。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：在甘肃省博物馆，“麻辣烫”通过毛茸茸的卷心菜、西兰花和肉丸玩具变得生动起来，反映了一种全球趋势：毛绒玩具越来越受欢迎。“reflect a global trend”在句中作状语，reflect(反映)是非谓语动词，与前面整个句子存在逻辑上的主动关系，所以用现在分词表主动。故填reflecting。 【37题详解】 考查副词。句意：2023年，这一市场价值达120亿美元，预计到2030年将以8%的速度稳步增长。提示词修饰动词grow，需要用副词steadily作状语，意为“稳步地”。故填steadily。 【38题详解】 考查强调句。句意：在他们看来，正是这些“快乐发生器”帮助Z世代在激烈的竞争中应对焦虑。本句是强调句结构“It is/was + 被强调部分 + that/who + 其他部分”，这里强调的是主语“these ‘happiness generators’”，指物，填that。故填that。 【39题详解】 考查连词。句意：虽然这不是一种新的痴迷，但它有改变世界的潜力。前后句存在让步关系，所以用从属连词though/although/while引导让步状语从句；句首单词首字母大写。故填Though/Although/While。 【40题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：当孤独的老年人抚摸这些玩具时，细腻的质感会让他们想起拥抱心爱的家人和朋友。可数名词individual(个人，个体)作主语，结合语境和谓语动词pet可知，主语是复数名词。故填individuals。 【41题详解】 考查名词。中文句意：当孤独的老年人抚摸这些玩具时，细腻的质感会让他们想起拥抱心爱的家人和朋友。提示词作介词as宾语，结合句意，表示“提醒物，引起回忆的事物”，用可数名词reminder，有不定冠词a修饰，用单数形式。故填reminder。 【42题详解】 考查冠词。句意：政策制定者也可能会用这个技巧来规范人们的行为。这里的“trick”是前面提到的利用毛绒玩具相关的技巧，特指，用定冠词the限定。故填the。 【43题详解】 考查时态语态和主谓一致。句意：现在，人们认为日本的可爱路障可以减少路怒事件。believe(认为)是谓语动词，与主语“Japan’s kawaii barriers”之间是被动关系，且描述现在的情况用一般现在时的被动语态，主语是复数，谓语动词用复数形式are believed。故填are believed。 【44题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：在垃圾桶上贴上被困在垃圾中的海豚的图片已被证明可以减少塑料垃圾。“(trap) in rubbish”作后置定语，trap(使陷入困境)是非谓语动词，与其逻辑主语dolphins之间是被动关系，用过去分词表被动。故填trapped。 【45题详解】 考查介词。句意：批评者可能认为这一趋势是“幼儿化”，但对于年轻一代来说，这反映了他们对待成年生活的一种有趣且好奇的态度，而不是不成熟。“approach to”是固定搭配，表示“……的方法/态度”，to是介词。故填to。 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，你校英文报“Debate beyond words”栏目就“大学选专业，个人兴趣和就业前景 (employment prospects) 哪个更重要? ”这个话题面向全校学生征稿。请你写一篇短文投稿，要点包括： 1. 你的看法； 2. 你的理由。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 My views on major choosing When choosing a college major, we are often torn between personal interest and employment prospects. In my opinion, while both factors matter, interest should be the primary consideration. Firstly, genuine interest fuels long-term motivation. Studying a subject one is passionate about makes overcoming academic challenges easier and fosters creativity, which is crucial for excellence in any field. Additionally, pursuing a major based on interest facilitates personal growth and self-realization. It encourages individuals to explore their potential and develop unique skills. In summary, aligning a major with one’s interests builds a foundation for both personal satisfaction and professional success. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达是一篇投稿，要求考生给学校英文报“Debate beyond words”栏目投稿，阐述自己对于大学选专业时个人兴趣和就业前景哪个更重要的看法，并说明理由。 【详解】1.词汇积累 选择：choose → opt for 首要的：primary → foremost 至关重要的：crucial → imperative 促进：facilitate → expedite 2.句式拓展 同义句改写 原句：In my opinion, while both factors matter, interest should be the primary consideration. 拓展句：In my opinion, important as both factors are, interest should be the primary consideration. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Studying a subject one is passionate about makes overcoming academic challenges easier and fosters creativity, which is crucial for excellence in any field.（使用了一个省略引导词that的限制性定语从句，先行词为subject，以及which引导的非限制性定语从句） 【高分句型2】Additionally, pursuing a major based on interest facilitates personal growth and self-realization.（使用了动名词短语作主语） 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。 The afternoon sun sank low, casting a golden glow over the stone-paved street where a small pet shop stood. The store owner, known for his kindness both for the pets and kids, was securing a sign above his door that read “Puppies for Sale.” Signs like that have a way of attracting small children, and sure enough, a little boy appeared under the sign. “How much are you going to sell the puppies for?” he asked. The store owner replied gently, “Anywhere from $30 to $50.” The boy reached in his pocket and pulled out some change. “I have $2. 37,” he said. “Can I please look at the puppies?” The store owner’s heart softened, then he smiled and whistled. Out of the dog house came the mother dog, who ran down the aisle of his store followed by five teeny, tiny balls of fur. One puppy was falling behind considerably. Immediately the little boy singled out the limping (跛行的) puppy and said, “What’s wrong with that little dog?” The store owner explained that the vet had examined the little puppy and discovered it was born with a serious disability. It would always limp and would always be disabled. The little boy became excited. “That is the little puppy that I want to buy.” Astonished, the store owner uttered, “If you want him, I’ll just give him to you.” The little boy got quite upset. He looked straight into the store owner’s eyes, and said, “I don’t want you to give him to me. That little dog is worth every bit as much as all the other dogs and I’ll pay full price. In fact, I’ll give you $2. 37 now, and fifty cents a month until I have him paid for.” The store owner hesitated. “This pup won’t chase balls or climb stairs. Are you sure?” To this, this little boy reached down and rolled up his pant leg to reveal a badly twisted, crippled (瘸的) left leg supported by a big mental brace. 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。 The store owner felt his throat tightened. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The boy happily limped towards the puppy. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】The store owner felt his throat tightened. Shock stealing his power of speech, the store owner struggled to mask his sympathy properly. “I don’t run well either,” the boy broke the silence, “We’ll understand each other.” Touched and humbled, the store owner realized the depth of the words. Blinking away the moisture in his eyes, he knelt to be at the boy’s eye level, uttering tenderly, “Alright, you can pay the full price little by little.” The boy’s face lit up with gratitude as he handed over his $2. 37. Across the room, the puppy wagged its tail enthusiastically, as if sensing a like-minded spirit. The boy happily limped towards the puppy. Crouching down, he cradled it gently in his arms, while the puppy licked his face. The boy laughed heartily, his eyes shining with joy. “We’ll take care of each other,” he whispered. The store owner watched silently, heart strings tugged by the bond forming before his eyes. He knew this wasn’t just a simple sale — it was the beginning of a friendship built on understanding and love. As the boy left the store, the puppy nestled close to him, the golden sunlight wrapping them in a warm embrace. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开， 讲述一家宠物店挂出“幼犬待售”的牌子，一个小男孩前来询问价格，看到一只跛行的小狗后决定购买，即便老板想赠送，他也坚持付全款。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“店主感到喉咙发紧。”可知，第一段可描写店主被男孩的话触动，理解了男孩的心意，最终同意男孩分期付款买下小狗，小狗似乎也感应到了什么。 ②由第二段首句内容“男孩开心地一瘸一拐走向小狗。”可知，第二段可描写男孩抱起小狗，两人互动温馨，店主感受到他们之间的情谊，这不仅是交易，更是友谊的开始。 2. 续写线索：店主被触动——同意男孩付款——男孩抱小狗——建立友谊 3. 词汇激活： 行为类 ①意识到：realize/be aware of ②摇摆：wag/sway/swing ③偎依：nestle/snuggle 情绪类 ①吃惊：shock/amazement ②感动的：touched/moved ③快乐：joy/happiness/delight 【点睛】[高分句型1] Shock stealing his power of speech, the store owner struggled to mask his sympathy properly. (运用了独立主格结构作伴随状语) [高分句型2] Crouching down, he cradled it gently in his arms, while the puppy licked his face. (运用了现在分词作伴随状语) [高分句型3] He knew this wasn’t just a simple sale — it was the beginning of a friendship built on understanding and love. (运用了省略连词that的宾语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$