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高三英语考试
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. £9.18. C. £9.15.
答案是C。
1. How does the man sound?
A. Tired. B. Confused. C. Worried.
2. What will the man probably build?
A. A garden. B. A front yard. C. A playground.
3 What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Chef and assistant. B. Waitress and customer. C. Mother and son.
4. What is the woman doing?
A. Selling a car. B. Paying for the car. C. Playing with children.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. The daily diet. B. The food price. C. The cooking skill.
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. Why is the woman going to the airport?
A. To catch a plane.
B. To meet her parents.
C. To see her brother off.
7. Where does the woman’s brother live?
A. In America. B. In Britain. C. In France.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. Which word can best describe the woman’s washing machine?
A. Free. B. Dirty. C. Noisy.
9. Who will check the woman’s washing machine?
A. Her father. B. A repairman. C. Her neighbor.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. What is the man trying to decide?
A. Whether to move house.
B. Whether to rebuild his house.
C. Whether to send his kids to school.
11. What does the man say about his neighbors?
A. They are very nice.
B. They are troublesome.
C. They are struggling to adjust.
12. What does the woman suggest doing?
A. Finding a clean place to live in.
B. Taking a picture of the old house.
C. Consulting a professional for advice.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. What does Jack think of blogging?
A. It takes no time. B. It is very useful. C. It is a waste of time.
14. Why does Jack want a smartwatch?
A. To monitor his exercise.
B. To reduce his phone use.
C. To celebrate his birthday.
15. What does Mary mainly use her smartwatch to do?
A. Remind her of tasks. B. Record her daily steps. C. Communicate with others.
16. How old is Mary turning this year?
A. 11. B. 21. C. 22.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. When did Hopper paint Nighthawks?
A. In the 16th century. B. In the 19th century. C. In the 20th century.
18. Which one is the subject of Nighthawks?
A. A diner. B. A dark street. C. A lonely artist.
19. What do people think inspired Hopper to paint Nighthawks?
A. A visit to a foreign city.
B. A story by a famous author.
C. A painting from ancient times.
20. What does the speaker wish more people to do?
A. Create more artworks.
B. Appreciate the artist Hopper.
C. Visit the Art Institute of Chicago.
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
The Greenfield Community Center is excited to announce its upcoming Community Art Exhibition、a celebration of local talent and creativity. Whether you are an experienced artist or just starting out, this event offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work and connect with fellow artists.
Exhibition Details:
Date: Sunday, 15th June
Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Location: Greenfield Community Center, 789 Oak Avenue, Greenfield
Activities: The event will feature a variety of art forms, including painting, sculpture, photography, and more. There will also be workshops for beginners, where experienced artists will share tips and techniques. Additionally, a special section will be dedicated to children’s art, encouraging young talents to express themselves.
Requirements:
Submission: Artists are invited to submit up to three pieces of their work for display. Submissions should be made by 1st June via our official website.
Age: The exhibition is open to all ages, with a special category for children under 12.
Cost: Participation is free, but donations to support the community center are welcome.
Benefits:
Gain exposure for your art in a supportive and enthusiastic environment.
Network with other artists and art enthusiasts.
Receive feedback and recognition from the community.
Enjoy a day filled with creativity and inspiration.
How to Apply:
For more information or to submit your artwork, please visit our website at www.greenfieldcommunitycenter.org/artexhibition. We look forward to seeing your creativity shine at the Community Art Exhibition!
1. What is the purpose of the Community Art Exhibition?
A. To raise funds. B. To showcase local art.
C. To teach art classes. D. To promote art supplies.
2. What is required for artists to participate in the exhibition?
A. Attending a workshop. B. Paying a participation fee.
C. Submitting work by lst June. D. Being a member of the community center.
3. What can participants gain from the exhibition?
A. Free workshops and classes.
B. Discounts on art supplies and materials.
C. Financial rewards and job opportunities.
D. Networking and community recognition.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了绿田社区中心即将举办的社区艺术展览的相关信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“The Greenfield Community Center is excited to announce its upcoming Community Art Exhibition, a celebration of local talent and creativity. Whether you are an experienced artist or just starting out, this event offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work and connect with fellow artists.(绿田社区中心很高兴地宣布即将举办社区艺术展览,这是对当地人才和创造力的一次庆祝。无论你是经验丰富的艺术家还是刚刚起步,这次活动都为你提供了一个展示作品并与其他艺术家交流的绝佳机会)”可知,社区艺术展览的目的是展示当地艺术。故选B项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Requirements:部分中“Submission: Artists are invited to submit up to three pieces of their work for display. Submissions should be made by 1st June via our official website.(投稿:邀请艺术家提交最多三件作品进行展示。请在6月1日之前通过我们的官方网站提交作品)”可知,艺术家参加展览需要在6月1日前提交作品。故选C项。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Benefits:部分中“Network with other artists and art enthusiasts. Receive feedback and recognition from the community.(与其他艺术家和艺术爱好者建立联系。获得社区的反馈和认可)”可知,参与者可以从展览中获得与他人建立联系和社区认可的机会。故选D项。
B
With his heartwarming party invitation, Doug Turner, an 87-year-old from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, proved that friendship has no age limit.
Wanting to unite neighbors, he hand-delivered a homemade invitation to Michelle Hernandez. Michelle, 29, was working from home when the doorbell rang. Standing on gate was her neighbor, Doug Turner. When he handed her a folded piece of paper with a warm smile, he could clearly see the amazement on her face.
“Hi, I’m Doug across the street...” Doug said. “This is an invitation to a party I’m having on February 15.” It read “A Celebration of Winter” and featured a neatly drawn snowflake. Adding a touch of humor, it listed the party’s start time as“4 pm until the police arrive”.
Michelle burst into laughter as she read the note. She and her husband were new arrival and had only crossed paths with Doug a few times. Yet, his thoughtful gesture left a lasting impression. “It was so sweet,” she said. Michelle was impressed by Doug’s effort to personally deliver each handmade invitation, which included the promise of “Food and drinks on offer”.
Reflecting on the rarity of such gestures, she said, “People don’t really do that anymore.” Michelle shared the Ring camera footage of Doug’s invitation on social media. The video quickly went viral, gaining over 1.3 million views. Doug was caught off guard by the overwhelming response. He never expected the video to attract so much attention.
Since his wife’s passing in 2022, Doug has made it a yearly tradition to host a winter party for his neighbors. He supplies all the food and drinks, asking only that guests bring a smile.
Doug cherished the sense of community he and his wife built by welcoming neighbors into their homes. He found his strongest friendships in his current neighborhood. He wanted to keep those connections alive, so he started an annual winter party to reunite longtime friends and introduce new residents.
4. What was Michelle’s initial reaction to Doug’s invitation?
A. She was astonished. B. She was at a loss.
C. She felt delighted. D. She took it for granted.
5. What humorous element did Doug include in his party invitation?
A. A neatly drawn snowflake. B. A celebration of winter.
C. Food and drinks on offer. D. Policemen’s intervention.
6. Why did Doug start hosting annual winter parties?
A. To promote his online fame. B. To sell homemade invitations.
C. To remember his wife in private. D. To build community connections.
7. What may be the best title for the text?
A. Doug’s Summer Party Tradition B. Community Events in Bucks County
C. Handmade Invites, Heartwarming Connections D. Late Wife’s Memory Annually, Deep affection
【答案】4. A 5. D 6. D 7. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文,主要讲述了 87 岁的道格・特纳为了团结邻居,每年举办冬季派对,并亲手制作并递送邀请函,他的行为给邻居米歇尔留下深刻印象,米歇尔将相关视频分享到社交媒体后引发关注,同时介绍了道格举办派对的原因是为了维持社区联系。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“When he handed her a folded piece of paper with a warm smile, he could clearly see the amazement on her face.(当他微笑着递给她一张折叠的纸时,他能清楚地看到她脸上的惊讶)” 可知,米歇尔最初对道格的邀请感到很惊讶。故选A。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Adding a touch of humor, it listed the party’s start time as“4 pm until the police arrive” (为增添一丝幽默,邀请函上写着派对开始时间是“下午 4 点,直到警察到来”)” 可知,道格在邀请函中包含的幽默元素是提到了警察的干预。故选D。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“He wanted to keep those connections alive, so he started an annual winter party to reunite longtime friends and introduce new residents.(他希望保持这些联系,所以他开始举办一年一度的冬季派对,让老朋友重聚,并介绍新居民)” 可知,道格举办年度冬季派对是为了建立社区联系。故选D。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。主要讲述了 87 岁的道格・特纳为了团结邻居,每年举办冬季派对,并亲手制作并递送邀请函,他的行为给邻居米歇尔留下深刻印象,米歇尔将相关视频分享到社交媒体后引发关注,同时介绍了道格举办派对的原因是为了维持社区联系。所以短文的标题为“手工制作的邀请函,温暖人心的联系”。故选C。
C
Honeybees can detect the unnoticeable smells of lung cancer in the lab — even the faint smell of disease floating from a patient’s breath. Inspired by the insects’ sharp sense of smell abilities, scientists connected bees to electrodes, passed different smells under the insects’ antennae (触角) and recorded their brain signals.
“Different smells sparked recognizable brain activity patterns. One day, doctors might be able to use honeybees in cancer clinics as sensors for early disease detection,” said Saha, a neural engineer at Michigan State University in East Lansing.
Honeybees were held in place with 3D-printed plastic harnesses while the researchers performed bee brain surgery, attaching wires to the region that processes smells. A device delivered streams of air to the insects’ antennae. Each stream could contain mixing smells, such as those breathed out by healthy people. Another mixture copied lung cancer patients’ breaths, undetectable to human noses. Using electrical signals read from the bees’ brains, researchers could distinguish between the two types of breath.
In a separate experiment, Saha’s team collected air remaining above lung cells grown in the lab. The bees could successfully tell the difference between the air samples taken near healthy cells and those gathered near cells of two cancer types: small-cell lung cancer and non- small-cell lung cancer.
Ongoing work in Saha’s lab has also revealed that bees’ smelling ability extends to other trace smells, like those emitted by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, or forever chemicals. “That actually blew my mind,” Saha says. “PFAS in the environment are very hard to detect.”
Saha’s team hopes to use the bee smell sensor to test the breath of cancer patients. “The device’s biggest flaw is that it lasts just a few hours before the bees’ response becomes unstable,” he says. “But it works fast and spits out results in real-time. With just one bee, my team could theoretically buzz through more than 100 samples.”
8. What were the bees exposed to in the experiments?
A. Printed plastics. B. Surgical tools.
C. Lung cancer cells. D. Different breath or air samples.
9. What aspects of the research are discussed in paragraph 3?
A. Its findings. B. Its methods. C. Its applications. D. Its influences.
10. Which word can best describe the bees’ smell?
A. Sensitive. B. Limited. C. Ordinary. D. Unreliable.
11. What does the underlined word “flaw” in the last paragraph mean?
A Feature. B. Weakness. C. Benefit. D. Contribution.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. A 11. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了科学家如何利用蜜蜂敏锐的嗅觉能力来检测肺癌等疾病的微弱气味。文章详细描述了实验过程,包括如何将蜜蜂固定在3D打印的塑料支架上,如何将电极连接到蜜蜂处理气味的脑区,以及如何通过记录蜜蜂大脑的电信号来区分健康人和肺癌患者的呼吸气味。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“A device delivered streams of air to the insects’ antennae. Each stream could contain mixing smells, such as those breathed out by healthy people. Another mixture copied lung cancer patients’ breaths, undetectable to human noses.(一个装置向蜜蜂的触角输送气流。每一股气流中可能含有混合气味,比如健康人呼出的气味。另一种混合气味则模拟了肺癌患者的呼吸气味,而这种气味人类的鼻子是察觉不到的。)”以及第四段“In a separate experiment, Saha’s team collected air remaining above lung cells grown in the lab. The bees could successfully tell the difference between the air samples taken near healthy cells and those gathered near cells of two cancer types: small-cell lung cancer and non- small-cell lung cancer.(在另一项单独的实验中,萨哈的团队收集了在实验室中培养的肺细胞上方残留的空气。蜜蜂能够成功区分从健康细胞附近采集的空气样本,以及从两种癌症类型(小细胞肺癌和非小细胞肺癌)的细胞附近采集的空气样本。)”可知,在实验中,有装置向蜜蜂触角输送气流,气流中包含健康人呼出的气味以及模拟肺癌患者呼吸的气味;在另一个实验中,蜜蜂能区分从健康细胞附近和两种肺癌细胞附近采集的空气样本。所以蜜蜂在实验中接触到了不同的呼吸或空气样本。故选D。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Honeybees were held in place with 3D-printed plastic harnesses while the researchers performed bee brain surgery, attaching wires to the region that processes smells. A device delivered streams of air to the insects’ antennae. Each stream could contain mixing smells, such as those breathed out by healthy people. Another mixture copied lung cancer patients’ breaths, undetectable to human noses. Using electrical signals read from the bees’ brains, researchers could distinguish between the two types of breath.(当研究人员对蜜蜂进行脑部手术时,他们用3D打印的塑料装置固定住蜜蜂,将电线连接到蜜蜂处理气味的大脑区域。一个装置向蜜蜂的触角输送气流。每一股气流中可能含有混合气味,比如健康人呼出的气味。另一种混合气味则模拟了肺癌患者的呼吸气味,而这种气味人类的鼻子是察觉不到的。通过读取蜜蜂大脑发出的电信号,研究人员能够区分这两种类型的呼吸气味。)”可知,第三段主要讲述了研究人员用3D打印的塑料装置固定蜜蜂,对蜜蜂进行脑部手术并连接电线到处理气味的区域,用一个装置向蜜蜂触角输送包含不同气味(健康人呼出的气味和模拟肺癌患者呼吸的气味)的气流,最后通过读取蜜蜂大脑的电信号来区分两种呼吸气味。这些内容描述的是研究的具体操作方式和过程。故选B。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。文章开篇指出“Honeybees can detect the unnoticeable smells of lung cancer in the lab—even the faint smell of disease floating from a patient’s breath.(在实验室里,蜜蜂能够探测到肺癌那难以察觉的气味——甚至是从患者呼吸中飘散出的极其微弱的患病气息。)”,即蜜蜂能够探测到实验室里肺癌难以察觉的气味,甚至是患者呼吸中飘散出的微弱的患病气息;第三段提到蜜蜂能区分健康人和肺癌患者的呼吸气味;第四段表明蜜蜂能够成功区分从健康细胞附近和两种癌症类型(小细胞肺癌和非小细胞肺癌)的细胞附近采集的空气样本;第五段还提到 “Ongoing work in Saha’s lab has also revealed that bees’ smelling ability extends to other trace smells, like those emitted by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, or forever chemicals. ‘That actually blew my mind,’ Saha says. ‘PFAS in the environment are very hard to detect.’(Saha实验室正在进行的研究还表明,蜜蜂的嗅觉能力还能探测到其他微量气味,比如全氟烷基和多氟烷基物质(通常被称为PFAS,即“永久性化学物质”)所散发的气味。“这真的让我大吃一惊,” Saha说,“环境中的PFAS非常难以检测。”)”,说明蜜蜂能探测到环境中很难检测到的PFAS等微量气味。这些都体现了蜜蜂嗅觉的灵敏。故选A。
【11题详解】
词义猜测题。根据划线单词所在语境“The device’s biggest flaw is that it lasts just a few hours before the bees’ response becomes unstable,” he says. “But it works fast and spits out results in real-time. With just one bee, my team could theoretically buzz through more than 100 samples.”(“这种装置最大的……是,在蜜蜂的反应变得不稳定之前,它只能持续工作几个小时,”他说,“但它工作速度很快,能够实时给出检测结果。从理论上来说,仅用一只蜜蜂,我的团队就能快速检测超过100个样本。”)”可知,划线单词下文提到了这个装置的优点,如工作速度快、能实时给出结果等,而前面说这个装置最大的“flaw”是在蜜蜂的反应变得不稳定之前它只能持续工作几个小时。“but”表示转折,说明前面提到的是这个装置不好的方面。选项B“weakness”,意为“弱点”,与此相符。故选B。
D
The suitcase-sized, self-driving electric vehicles are much greener than many traditional food delivery methods due to low-, or even zero-carbon emissions (排放). In this study, participants with more environmental awareness and knowledge about carbon emissions were more likely to choose the robots as a delivery method. The green influence went away when people perceived the robots as a high-risk choice — worried that their food would be late, cold or otherwise spoiled before it arrived.
The findings indicate a way to promote delivery robots. “Much of the marketing focus has been on the functionality and the convenience of these automatic delivery robots, but most importantly, it would enhance these efforts to promote their green aspects as well,” said lead author Jennifer Han, a doctoral student in a university.
Han found a strong correlation between high-ranked statements related to carbon emissions and the willingness to use the automatic delivery robots. That connection broke, however, among people who thought using the technology was risky.
“When people had a higher perceived risk about using the robots, they ignored the environmental concerns, but people who had less perceived risk were more strongly attached to this decision mechanism,” said Han. “So, it was pretty clear that functional reliability must come first, then environmental benefits.”
A sharp increase in online food orders has raised traffic jams and emissions as gas-powered vehicles deliver meals. More food service businesses are turning to automatic delivery robots to do so-called “last mile” delivery. Robots may appeal to businesses simply because they help meet the growing demand for delivery services, but as this study indicates, their ability to limit carbon emissions may also prove a powerful motivator for consumers.
Han suggested that companies could highlight the delivery robots’ environmental advantages by displaying a calculation of the emissions of each delivery method. “Reducing this much of carbon footprint through robots would be one cue (暗示) to promote those purchasing behaviors, if consumers have a big interest in environmental issues,” she said.
12. What reduced robots’ environmental appeal?
A. Their area unavailability.
B. Their high delivery costs.
C. People’s doubts about their reliability.
D. People’s lack of environmental awareness.
13. What should companies focus on to better promote delivery robots?
A. Reducing traffic jams.
B. Improving their delivery speed.
C. Lowering their production costs.
D. Highlighting their reliability and environmental benefits.
14. Why has “last mile” delivery become a concern for food service businesses?
A. Consumers prefer a cheaper delivery option.
B. Government adopts strict rules on vehicle emissions.
C. Delivery robots lose the competitive advantage.
D. Traditional vehicle delivery raises a set of issues.
15. What did Han suggest doing to highlight delivery robots’ environment advantages?
A. Increasing the number of robots in busy areas.
B. Providing real-time data about delivery emissions.
C. Offering free trials of robot delivery services.
D. Training consumers to operate delivery robots.
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. D 15. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章围绕送餐机器人展开,介绍了其环保优势、推广要点以及应用背景。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句“The green influence went away when people perceived the robots as a high-risk choice — worried that their food would be late, cold or otherwise spoiled before it arrived.( 当人们认为机器人是一个高风险的选择时,绿色的影响就消失了——担心他们的食物会迟到、变冷或在到达之前变质)”可知,当人们认为使用送餐机器人是高风险选择,担心食物会迟到、变冷或变质时,机器人的环保吸引力就消失了,也就是人们对其可靠性的怀疑降低了机器人的环保吸引力。故选C项。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“So, it was pretty clear that functional reliability must come first, then environmental benefits.(因此,很明显,功能可靠性必须放在第一位,然后才是环境效益)”以及最后一段中“Han suggested that companies could highlight the delivery robots’ environmental advantages by displaying a calculation of the emissions of each delivery method.(韩建议,公司可以通过显示每种送货方式的排放量计算来突出送货机器人的环境优势)”可知,公司要更好地推广送餐机器人,应首先关注其功能可靠性,然后突出其环保优势。故选D项。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段中“A sharp increase in online food orders has raised traffic jams and emissions as gas-powered vehicles deliver meals. More food service businesses are turning to automatic delivery robots to do so-called “last mile” delivery.( 网上订餐数量的急剧增长,加剧了交通堵塞和排放问题,因为汽油驱动的车辆送餐。越来越多的食品服务企业开始使用自动送货机器人来完成所谓的“最后一英里”送货)”可推知,由于传统燃油车送餐导致交通堵塞和排放增加等一系列问题,所以“最后一英里”配送成为食品服务企业关注的问题,他们转而使用自动送餐机器人。故选D项。
【15题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Han suggested that companies could highlight the delivery robots’ environmental advantages by displaying a calculation of the emissions of each delivery method.(韩建议,公司可以通过显示每种送货方式的排放量计算来突出送货机器人的环境优势)”可知,韩建议公司通过展示每种配送方式的排放量计算结果,即提供关于配送排放的实时数据,来突出送餐机器人的环保优势。故选B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。
A college’s landscape can be intimidating(令人生畏的) for first-time college students. Experts say the biggest misstep they make is not being financially responsible. ___16___ .
When students are entering this new environment, there’s going to be new stressors. The finances, which are typically the largest stressor, are often the ones that compound some of these others. ___17___ . What’s worse, we get a large number of families who think the finances will just work themselves out.
Students and their families should have a clear plan for paying for fees and put together a budget. ___18___ . The university tells the students, “Here’s what we think it’s gonna cost you to come to college.” It’s important for students and their families to sit down and try to budget ahead of time.
Signing up for a meal plan, which most schools require students living on campus to participate in. can help with financial management. ___19___ . That means they’ re not having any other out-of-pocket cost for meals. At the same time, schools urge students to always advocate for themselves when it comes to scholarships and financial assistance.
Carefully planning and managing their finances can help students reduce stress. ___20___ . Remember, there will be endless ways in which students want to spend money on experiences in college, aside from the typical cost of attendance. So, financial responsibility is a crucial step towards a successful and enjoyable college experience.
A. It will help them arrange their study time better
B. They will have a set amount of meals for the term
C. Most universities usually come with an estimated cost
D. It will also allow them to focus more on their academic life
E. The operating costs of most universities are hard to estimate
F. They can worsen students’ academic difficulties and social adaptation
G. But they can create a path to success by getting their finances organized
【答案】16. G 17. F 18. C 19. B 20. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文,主要讲述大学新生面临的财务压力问题,强调财务规划的重要性,并介绍制定预算、参与餐饮计划等具体管理方法及其带来的积极影响。
【16题详解】
根据上文“Experts say the biggest misstep they make is not being financially responsible. (专家表示,他们最大的错误是没有财务责任感)”可知,前文指出问题,后文需引出解决方案。G 选项 “但他们可以通过规划财务来开辟成功之路”符合语境。故选G。
【17题详解】
根据上文“The finances, which are typically the largest stressor, are often the ones that compound some of these others. (财务通常是最大的压力源,往往会加剧其他一些压力)”可知,空格处需说明 “加剧压力” 的具体后果。F选项 “它们会加剧学生的学业困难和社交适应问题”符合语境。“worsen” 对应 “compound(加剧)”,“they”指代“finances”,衔接紧密。故选F。
【18题详解】
根据第三段上文“Students and their families should have a clear plan for paying for fees and put together a budget. (学生和家人应制定明确的缴费计划并编制预算)”可知,空格处需说明预算的依据。C选项“大多数大学通常会有预估费用”符合语境。与后文 “estimated cost” 形成原词复现,解释了预算的来源。故选C。
【19题详解】
根据上文“Signing up for a meal plan, which most schools require students living on campus to participate in. can help with financial management.(报名参加一项膳食计划,大多数学校都要求住校学生参加。能帮助管理财务)”以及下文“That means they’ re not having any other out-of-pocket cost for meals.(这意味着他们没有任何其他自付餐费)”可知,空格处需说明餐饮计划的具体运作且引起下文。B选项“他们每学期会有固定的用餐次数”符合语境。故选B。
【20题详解】
根据上文“Carefully planning and managing their finances can help students reduce stress. (认真规划和管理财务可以帮助学生减轻压力)”可知,空格处需补充财务规划的其他积极影响。D 选项 “这也能让他们更专注于学业”符合语境。故选D。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In 2004, when Claire Burnside Och was in college, she waited tables at a high-end restaurant. One night, she had a group of 12. and a man at the table ____21____ two bottles of expensive wine. Burnside Och was ____22____ of opening wine, because she had a history of doing it wrong.
When she began to open the bottle. she ____23____ and realized she had broken the cork (软木塞). Half was now ____24____ in her corkscrew (开瓶器), and the other half was stuck in the bottle. She was ____25____, thinking he would demand a(n) ____26____ and that she might be blamed.
But ___27___ being annoyed, the man kindly handled her mistake. He leaned over, took the bottle and tried to ____28____ the cork, but ended up pushing it further into the bottle. So now there’s half a cork ____29____ in the beautiful bottle of wine.
With tiny bits of cork in the wine, he poured himself a glass, drank it, and ____30____ her, saying, “Don’t worry. It happens.” He then poured wine for his guests, ____31____ everything was fine.
Today, Burnside Och often recalls the man’s ____32____ as she responds to someone else’s mistakes. When her two young daughters ____33____ break something, she lets them know it’s just a mistake and not to worry. The man’s ____34____ has shaped her own approach to handling others’ mistakes, teaching her to be understanding and ____35____.
21. A. ordered B. sold C. broke D. refused
22. A. fond B. afraid C. capable D. tired
23. A. looked down B. turned away C. took up D. gave in
24. A. folded B. attached C. stuck D. replaced
25. A. encouraged B. amazed C. excited D. terrified
26. A. standard B. explanation C. replacement D. investigation
27. A. due to B. instead of C. apart from D. as for
28. A. remove B. design C. purchase D. choose
29. A. breathing B. diving C. floating D. marching
30. A. invited B. comforted C. warned D. admired
31. A. wondering B. proving C. assuming D. ensuring
32. A. creation B. donation C. voice D. advice
33. A. accidentally B. obviously C. helplessly D. doubtfully
34. A. adventure B. sympathy C. experiment D. recommendation
35. A. judging B. satisfying C. obeying D. forgiving
【答案】21. A 22. B 23. A 24. C 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. B 31. D 32. C 33. A 34. B 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Claire Burnside Och在餐厅开酒时弄断软木塞,顾客没有生气而是宽容处理,这影响了她对待他人错误的方式。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:一天晚上,有一桌12个人,桌上的一个男人点了两瓶昂贵的葡萄酒。A. ordered订购,点(菜、酒等);B. sold卖;C. broke打破;D. refused拒绝。根据前文“she waited tables at a high end restaurant”和后文“two bottles of expensive wine”可知,在餐厅里顾客是点菜或酒,所以这里是男人点了两瓶昂贵的酒。故选A项。
【22题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:Burnside Och害怕开酒,因为她过去开过酒且开错了。A. fond喜欢的;B. afraid害怕的;C. capable有能力的;D. tired疲倦的。根据后文“because she had a history of doing it wrong”可知,因为有开酒失败的经历,所以她害怕开酒。故选B项。
【23题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:当她开始开瓶时,她低头一看,意识到自己把软木塞弄断了。A. looked down低头看;B. turned away转身离开;C. took up拿起,开始从事;D. gave in屈服。根据后文“realized she had broken the cork (软木塞)”,开酒时要看着瓶子,所以是低头看到软木塞断了。故选A项。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:一半现在卡在她的开瓶器上,另一半卡在瓶子里。A. folded折叠;B. attached附上;C. stuck卡住;D. replaced代替。根据前文“she had broken the cork”以及后文“and the other half was stuck in the bottle”可知,软木塞断了后,一半卡在开瓶器上。故选C项。
【25题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:她吓坏了,心想他会要求换一瓶酒,而且她可能会受到责备。A. encouraged受到鼓舞的;B. amazed惊讶的;C. excited兴奋的;D. terrified极度恐惧的。根据后文“thinking he would demand a(n) ____ and that she might be blamed”可知,她担心被责备,所以非常害怕。故选D项。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:她吓坏了,心想他会要求换一瓶酒,而且她可能会受到责备。A. standard标准;B. explanation解释;C. replacement替换物;D. investigation调查。结合后文“ that she might be blamed”可知,因为酒的软木塞断了,所以她觉得顾客会要求换一瓶新的酒。故选C项。
【27题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意:但那个男人没有生气,而是和善地处理了她的错误。A. due to由于;B. instead of代替,而不是;C. apart from除……之外;D. as for至于。根据后文“the man kindly handled her mistake”可知,男人没有生气。故选B项。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:他探过身来,拿起瓶子试图拔出软木塞,但结果却把它进一步推进了瓶子里。A. remove移除,拔出;B. design设计;C. purchase购买;D. choose选择。根据前文可知软木塞卡在瓶子里,结合前文“took the bottle”可知,男人是想帮忙拔出软木塞。故选A项。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:所以现在有半块软木塞漂浮在漂亮的酒瓶里。A. breathing呼吸;B. diving潜水;C. floating漂浮;D. marching行进。根据前文“ended up pushing it further into the bottle”可知,软木塞被推进了酒里,所以是漂浮着。故选C项。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:酒里有小块软木塞,他给自己倒了一杯,喝了下去,然后安慰她,说:“别担心,这种事常有。”A. invited邀请;B. comforted安慰;C. warned警告;D. admired钦佩。根据后文“Don’t worry. It happens.”可知,男人在安慰她。故选B项。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:然后他为他的客人倒酒,确保一切都没问题。A. wondering想知道;B. proving证明;C. assuming假设;D. ensuring确保。结合前文“He then poured wine for his guests”可知,男人这样做是为了让大家觉得一切正常,确保没有问题。故选D项。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:如今,当Burnside Och回应别人的错误时,她经常回想起那个男人的话。A. creation创造;B. donation捐赠;C. voice话语;D. advice建议。根据前文男人说的“Don’t worry. It happens.”可知,是男人的话影响了她。故选C项。
【33题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:当她的两个小女儿不小心打破东西时,她让她们知道这只是个错误,不用担心。A. accidentally意外地,不小心地;B. obviously明显地;C. helplessly无助地;D. doubtfully怀疑地。根据后文“break something”以及“it’s just a mistake”可知,是不小心打破东西。故选A项。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:那个男人的同情塑造了她自己处理他人错误的方式,教会她要理解和宽容。A. adventure冒险;B. sympathy同情,宽容;C. experiment实验;D. recommendation推荐。根据前文男人对她开酒失误的宽容处理可知,是男人的同情影响了她。故选B项。
【35题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:那个男人的同情塑造了她自己处理他人错误的方式,教会她要理解和宽容。A. judging评判的;B. satisfying令人满意的;C. obeying服从的;D. forgiving宽容的。根据前文男人宽容处理她的错误以及“understanding”可知,这里是说要宽容。故选D项。
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。
Autumn is the best season ____36____ (visit) the charming southern area of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, offering delicious fruits, picturesque views and rich ethnic cultures.
Kashgar, an ancient Silk Road city, is a must-visit with its attractive Old City ____37____ (serve) as a tourist attraction and residential area for the local Uygur community. Besides the ethnic group songs ____38____ dances of the Old City’s gate-opening ceremony, visitors can rub shoulders with the residents, including youngsters ____39____ play on the street after school. Galleries, antique shops, ____40____ (culture) and creative shops, teahouses and cafes await, offering a glimpse into the region’s charm. Those looking ____41____ distinctive souvenirs can buy local herbal tea, dried fruits, red dates, exotic carpets and traditional handmade bronze ware. Some tourists enjoy dressing in ethnic costumes to take unique ___42___ (photo) in professional studios. At the night market, visitors are ____43____ (easy) attracted by booths of delicious roasted mutton skewers, milk ice cream, sweet pomegranate juice and fresh figs.
The booming tourism in the scenic area ____44____ (create) employment directly for over 20,000 people in the past few years. In 2023, nearly 17.4 million visitors ____45____ (receive) by the Old City, generating tourism revenue of about 12 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 163.8 percent.
【答案】36. to visit
37. serving
38. and 39. who##that
40. cultural
41. for 42. photos
43. easily 44. has created
45. were received
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了秋季是游览新疆南部地区的最佳季节,详细讲述了喀什的特色,还提及当地旅游业的发展及带来的效益。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:秋季是游览新疆维吾尔自治区迷人南部地区的最佳季节,这里有美味的水果、如画的风景和丰富的民族文化。“(visit) the charming southern area of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region”作后置定语,修饰名词season(季节),且season前形容词最高级the best修饰,只能不定式作后置定语。故填to visit。
【37题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:喀什是一座古老的丝绸之路城市,其迷人的老城既是旅游景点,也是当地维吾尔族社区的居住区,是必去之地。“with its attractive Old City ______ (serve) as a tourist attraction and residential area”是with复合结构作伴随状语,serve (可用作)作宾语补足语,是非谓语动词,与其逻辑主语“Old City”之间是主动关系,用现在分词表主动。故填serving。
38题详解】
考查连词。句意:除了老城开门仪式上的民族歌舞,游客还可以与居民亲密接触,包括放学后在街上玩耍的年轻人。“songs”和“dances”是并列关系,用连词and连接。故填and。
【39题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:除了老城开门仪式上的民族歌舞,游客还可以与居民亲密接触,包括放学后在街上玩耍的年轻人。“______ play on the street after school”是定语从句,修饰先行词“youngsters”,指人,关系词将其代入从句中作主语,用关系代词who或者that引导从句。故填who/that。
【40题详解】
考查形容词。句意:画廊、古董店、文化创意店、茶馆和咖啡馆一应俱全,让人们得以一窥该地区的魅力。提示词修饰名词“shops”,用形容词cultural作定语,表示“文化的”。故填cultural。
【41题详解】
考查介词。句意:那些寻找独特纪念品的人可以购买当地的花草茶、干果、红枣、异域地毯和传统手工青铜器。look for是固定短语,意为“寻找”。故填for。
【42题详解】
考查名词复数。句意:一些游客喜欢穿上民族服装,在专业工作室里拍摄独特的照片。take photos是固定表达,意为“拍照”,可数名词photo作宾语,用复数形式指很多照片。故填photos。
【43题详解】
考查副词。句意:在夜市上,游客很容易被摆满美味烤羊肉串、牛奶冰淇淋、甜石榴汁和新鲜无花果的摊位吸引。提示词修饰谓语动词“are attracted”,用副词easily作状语,意为“容易地”。故填easily。
【44题详解】
考查时态和主谓一致。句意:过去几年里,景区蓬勃发展的旅游业直接为2万多人创造了就业机会。create(创造)是谓语动词,根据时间状语“in the past few years”可知,描述过去持续到现在的行为,用现在完成时态,主语“tourism”是不可数名词,谓语动词用单数形式。故填has created。
【45题详解】
考查时态语态和主谓一致。句意:2023年,老城接待游客近1740万人次,旅游收入约120亿元,同比增长163.8%。receive(接待,招待)是谓语动词,与主语“visitors”之间是被动关系,根据时间状语“In 2023”可知,讲述过去发生的事情,用一般过去时的被动语态,主语是复数名词,谓语用复数形式。故填were received。
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,上周六你参观了一场以“Looking into the future”为主题的中国航天模型展。请给你的英国朋友Chris写一封邮件,内容包括:
1.展览内容;2.你的感想。
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 Chris,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Chris,
Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of visiting a Chinese space model exhibition with the theme of “Looking into the future”.
The exhibition showcased a variety of space models, offering insights into the technology and engineering behind these achievements in space exploration. It was fascinating to see the details of these models, which brought to life the complexities of space travel. Not only did the exhibition provide a glance into the future of space exploration, but also highlighted China’s significant development in this field.
It was an enlightening experience, and I thought you might be interested to know about it. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on this!
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。上周六考生参观了一场以“Looking into the future”为主题的中国航天模型展,要求考生按提示要求给英国朋友Chris写一封邮件。
【详解】词汇积累
有幸做某事:have the pleasure of doing sth→be fortunate to do sth
展示:showcase→display
提供:offer→supply
成就:achievement→accomplishment
句式拓展
同义句
原句:Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of visiting a Chinese space model exhibition with the theme of “Looking into the future”..
拓展句:Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of visiting a Chinese space model exhibition whose theme is “Looking into the future”.
点睛】【高分句型 1】Not only did the exhibition provide a glance into the future of space exploration, but also highlighted China’s significant development in this field.(运用了部分倒装)
【高分句型 2】It was fascinating to see the details of these models, which brought to life the complexities of space travel.(运用了 which引导的非限制性定语从句)
第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
We all have heard stories where a hero dog saves someone from a fire, or from drowning or helps others in an exceptional way. This short story is based on reality — it happened to one of my coworkers, Andy, or to his cat, to be precise.
Andy had a cute cat as his pet. And now he got a new pet, a little dog. The dog was so adorable that everyone loved him. Everyone wanted to hold him and take him out. He charmed everyone by just loving them with his whole heart. Hard not to like someone who just loves you totally, isn’t it?
However, the cat made it very clear she did not appreciate another pet in the house. She hissed (发嘶嘶声) and tried to scratch the little dog — but the dog just loved the cat anyway. He followed her anywhere, tried to play with her, and tried to lap her up. What a sight it was — the little dog tried to make friends with the angry cat. No amount of bad behavior from the cat could persuade the dog not to love the cat. Andy’s family figured the cat would never like the dog.
A few weeks passed, and the family gradually got used to having both pets, though the cat remained stubborn and distant. She still ignored the dog’ s attempts to befriend her. Then one day Andy and his family heard horrible screaming from their backyard. They ran to the window to see what was happening. They lived in the suburbs, and it took a while for them to believe their eyes. A big lynx (猞猁), which is violent in nature, was on their backyard. And the lynx was just planning on grabbing their cat for lunch. The poor cat had no chance. She was screaming but had nowhere to run or hide. It would only be a matter of seconds and their cat would be dead.
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。
And then the dog made an unimaginable move.
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From that day on, the cat’s behavior toward the dog changed totally.
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【答案】 And then the dog made an unimaginable move. Out of nowhere a black lightning ran to the rescue. The little dog was only half-grown but he attacked the lynx with all his might. He did not hesitate or stop to think. He saw his friend in trouble and did what had to be done. He was barking on top of his lungs. He was ready to bite the lynx to pieces. He was intent on chasing the lynx to the ends of the earth. The cat disappeared quicker than the eye could see. The lynx turned toward the dog. The family opened the window, started yelling and ran to the yard. The lynx decided it was time to go and disappeared into the woods.
From that day on, the cat’s behavior toward the dog changed totally. It was the cat that followed the hero dog everywhere and began to actively play with him. When the dog lay down, the cat came to touch his face. What a sight, especially when the dog eventually became much bigger than the cat. They slept in the same basket — the cat between the dog’s front paws. The cat even let the dog eat from her bowl and that was really something, when it came to cats... It was obvious that the cat considered the new family member a hero dog.
【解析】
【导语】本文围绕宠物展开,讲述了安迪家的猫不喜欢新来的小狗,但某天一只猞猁闯入后院要抓猫,猫陷入危险。
【详解】1. 段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“然后,小狗做出了一个难以想象的举动。”可知,第一段可描写小狗不顾自身安危,勇敢地冲向猞猁,保护猫咪,最终猞猁被吓跑。
②由第二段首句内容“从那天起,猫咪对小狗的态度彻底改变了。”可知,第二段可描写猫咪开始主动亲近小狗,与小狗友好相处,把小狗当作英雄。
2. 续写线索:小狗救猫——猞猁被吓跑——猫咪态度转变——猫咪亲近小狗
3. 词汇激活:
行为类
①攻击:attack/assault
②追逐:chase/pursue/go after
③开始:start/begin
情绪类
①犹豫不决:hesitate/waver
②大喊:yell/shout
【点睛】[高分句型1] He saw his friend in trouble and did what had to be done.(运用了连接代词what引导宾语从句)
[高分句型2] The cat disappeared quicker than the eye could see.(运用了从属连词than引导的比较状语从句)
[高分句型3] When the dog lay down, the cat came to touch his face.(运用了从属连词when引导时间状语从句)
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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. £9.18. C. £9.15.
答案是C。
1. How does the man sound?
A. Tired. B. Confused. C. Worried.
2. What will the man probably build?
A. A garden. B. A front yard. C. A playground.
3. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Chef and assistant. B. Waitress and customer. C. Mother and son.
4. What is the woman doing?
A. Selling a car. B. Paying for the car. C. Playing with children.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. The daily diet. B. The food price. C. The cooking skill.
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. Why is the woman going to the airport?
A. To catch a plane.
B. To meet her parents.
C. To see her brother off.
7. Where does the woman’s brother live?
A. In America. B. In Britain. C. In France.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. Which word can best describe the woman’s washing machine?
A. Free. B. Dirty. C. Noisy.
9. Who will check the woman’s washing machine?
A. Her father. B. A repairman. C. Her neighbor.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. What is the man trying to decide?
A. Whether to move house.
B. Whether to rebuild his house.
C. Whether to send his kids to school.
11. What does the man say about his neighbors?
A. They are very nice.
B. They are troublesome.
C. They are struggling to adjust.
12. What does the woman suggest doing?
A. Finding a clean place to live in.
B. Taking a picture of the old house.
C. Consulting a professional for advice.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. What does Jack think of blogging?
A. It takes no time. B. It is very useful. C. It is a waste of time.
14. Why does Jack want a smartwatch?
A. To monitor his exercise.
B. To reduce his phone use.
C. To celebrate his birthday.
15. What does Mary mainly use her smartwatch to do?
A. Remind her of tasks. B. Record her daily steps. C. Communicate with others.
16. How old is Mary turning this year?
A. 11. B. 21. C. 22.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. When did Hopper paint Nighthawks?
A. In the 16th century. B. In the 19th century. C. In the 20th century.
18 Which one is the subject of Nighthawks?
A. A diner. B. A dark street. C. A lonely artist.
19. What do people think inspired Hopper to paint Nighthawks?
A. A visit to a foreign city.
B. A story by a famous author.
C. A painting from ancient times.
20. What does the speaker wish more people to do?
A. Create more artworks.
B. Appreciate the artist Hopper.
C. Visit the Art Institute of Chicago.
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
The Greenfield Community Center is excited to announce its upcoming Community Art Exhibition、a celebration of local talent and creativity. Whether you are an experienced artist or just starting out, this event offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work and connect with fellow artists.
Exhibition Details:
Date: Sunday, 15th June
Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Location: Greenfield Community Center, 789 Oak Avenue, Greenfield
Activities: The event will feature a variety of art forms, including painting, sculpture, photography, and more. There will also be workshops for beginners, where experienced artists will share tips and techniques. Additionally, a special section will be dedicated to children’s art, encouraging young talents to express themselves.
Requirements:
Submission: Artists are invited to submit up to three pieces of their work for display. Submissions should be made by 1st June via our official website.
Age: The exhibition is open to all ages, with a special category for children under 12.
Cost: Participation is free, but donations to support the community center are welcome.
Benefits:
Gain exposure for your art in a supportive and enthusiastic environment.
Network with other artists and art enthusiasts.
Receive feedback and recognition from the community.
Enjoy a day filled with creativity and inspiration.
How to Apply:
For more information or to submit your artwork, please visit our website at www.greenfieldcommunitycenter.org/artexhibition. We look forward to seeing your creativity shine at the Community Art Exhibition!
1. What is the purpose of the Community Art Exhibition?
A. To raise funds. B. To showcase local art.
C. To teach art classes. D. To promote art supplies.
2. What is required for artists to participate in the exhibition?
A. Attending a workshop. B. Paying a participation fee.
C. Submitting work by lst June. D. Being a member of the community center.
3 What can participants gain from the exhibition?
A. Free workshops and classes.
B. Discounts on art supplies and materials.
C. Financial rewards and job opportunities.
D. Networking and community recognition.
B
With his heartwarming party invitation, Doug Turner, an 87-year-old from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, proved that friendship has no age limit.
Wanting to unite neighbors, he hand-delivered a homemade invitation to Michelle Hernandez. Michelle, 29, was working from home when the doorbell rang. Standing on gate was her neighbor, Doug Turner. When he handed her a folded piece of paper with a warm smile, he could clearly see the amazement on her face.
“Hi, I’m Doug across the street...” Doug said. “This is an invitation to a party I’m having on February 15.” It read “A Celebration of Winter” and featured a neatly drawn snowflake. Adding a touch of humor, it listed the party’s start time as“4 pm until the police arrive”.
Michelle burst into laughter as she read the note. She and her husband were new arrival and had only crossed paths with Doug a few times. Yet, his thoughtful gesture left a lasting impression. “It was so sweet,” she said. Michelle was impressed by Doug’s effort to personally deliver each handmade invitation, which included the promise of “Food and drinks on offer”.
Reflecting on the rarity of such gestures, she said, “People don’t really do that anymore.” Michelle shared the Ring camera footage of Doug’s invitation on social media. The video quickly went viral, gaining over 1.3 million views. Doug was caught off guard by the overwhelming response. He never expected the video to attract so much attention.
Since his wife’s passing in 2022, Doug has made it a yearly tradition to host a winter party for his neighbors. He supplies all the food and drinks, asking only that guests bring a smile.
Doug cherished the sense of community he and his wife built by welcoming neighbors into their homes. He found his strongest friendships in his current neighborhood. He wanted to keep those connections alive, so he started an annual winter party to reunite longtime friends and introduce new residents.
4. What was Michelle’s initial reaction to Doug’s invitation?
A. She was astonished. B. She was at a loss.
C. She felt delighted. D. She took it for granted.
5. What humorous element did Doug include in his party invitation?
A. A neatly drawn snowflake. B. A celebration of winter.
C. Food and drinks on offer. D. Policemen’s intervention.
6. Why did Doug start hosting annual winter parties?
A. To promote his online fame. B. To sell homemade invitations.
C. To remember his wife in private. D. To build community connections.
7. What may be the best title for the text?
A. Doug’s Summer Party Tradition B. Community Events in Bucks County
C. Handmade Invites, Heartwarming Connections D. Late Wife’s Memory Annually, Deep affection
C
Honeybees can detect the unnoticeable smells of lung cancer in the lab — even the faint smell of disease floating from a patient’s breath. Inspired by the insects’ sharp sense of smell abilities, scientists connected bees to electrodes, passed different smells under the insects’ antennae (触角) and recorded their brain signals.
“Different smells sparked recognizable brain activity patterns. One day, doctors might be able to use honeybees in cancer clinics as sensors for early disease detection,” said Saha, a neural engineer at Michigan State University in East Lansing.
Honeybees were held in place with 3D-printed plastic harnesses while the researchers performed bee brain surgery, attaching wires to the region that processes smells. A device delivered streams of air to the insects’ antennae. Each stream could contain mixing smells, such as those breathed out by healthy people. Another mixture copied lung cancer patients’ breaths, undetectable to human noses. Using electrical signals read from the bees’ brains, researchers could distinguish between the two types of breath.
In a separate experiment, Saha’s team collected air remaining above lung cells grown in the lab. The bees could successfully tell the difference between the air samples taken near healthy cells and those gathered near cells of two cancer types: small-cell lung cancer and non- small-cell lung cancer.
Ongoing work in Saha’s lab has also revealed that bees’ smelling ability extends to other trace smells, like those emitted by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, or forever chemicals. “That actually blew my mind,” Saha says. “PFAS in the environment are very hard to detect.”
Saha’s team hopes to use the bee smell sensor to test the breath of cancer patients. “The device’s biggest flaw is that it lasts just a few hours before the bees’ response becomes unstable,” he says. “But it works fast and spits out results in real-time. With just one bee, my team could theoretically buzz through more than 100 samples.”
8. What were the bees exposed to in the experiments?
A. Printed plastics. B. Surgical tools.
C. Lung cancer cells. D. Different breath or air samples.
9. What aspects of the research are discussed in paragraph 3?
A. Its findings. B. Its methods. C. Its applications. D. Its influences.
10. Which word can best describe the bees’ smell?
A. Sensitive. B. Limited. C. Ordinary. D. Unreliable.
11. What does the underlined word “flaw” in the last paragraph mean?
A. Feature. B. Weakness. C. Benefit. D. Contribution.
D
The suitcase-sized, self-driving electric vehicles are much greener than many traditional food delivery methods due to low-, or even zero-carbon emissions (排放). In this study, participants with more environmental awareness and knowledge about carbon emissions were more likely to choose the robots as a delivery method. The green influence went away when people perceived the robots as a high-risk choice — worried that their food would be late, cold or otherwise spoiled before it arrived.
The findings indicate a way to promote delivery robots. “Much of the marketing focus has been on the functionality and the convenience of these automatic delivery robots, but most importantly, it would enhance these efforts to promote their green aspects as well,” said lead author Jennifer Han, a doctoral student in a university.
Han found a strong correlation between high-ranked statements related to carbon emissions and the willingness to use the automatic delivery robots. That connection broke, however, among people who thought using the technology was risky.
“When people had a higher perceived risk about using the robots, they ignored the environmental concerns, but people who had less perceived risk were more strongly attached to this decision mechanism,” said Han. “So, it was pretty clear that functional reliability must come first, then environmental benefits.”
A sharp increase in online food orders has raised traffic jams and emissions as gas-powered vehicles deliver meals. More food service businesses are turning to automatic delivery robots to do so-called “last mile” delivery. Robots may appeal to businesses simply because they help meet the growing demand for delivery services, but as this study indicates, their ability to limit carbon emissions may also prove a powerful motivator for consumers.
Han suggested that companies could highlight the delivery robots’ environmental advantages by displaying a calculation of the emissions of each delivery method. “Reducing this much of carbon footprint through robots would be one cue (暗示) to promote those purchasing behaviors, if consumers have a big interest in environmental issues,” she said.
12. What reduced robots’ environmental appeal?
A. Their area unavailability.
B. Their high delivery costs.
C. People’s doubts about their reliability.
D. People’s lack of environmental awareness.
13. What should companies focus on to better promote delivery robots?
A. Reducing traffic jams.
B. Improving their delivery speed.
C. Lowering their production costs.
D. Highlighting their reliability and environmental benefits.
14. Why has “last mile” delivery become a concern for food service businesses?
A. Consumers prefer a cheaper delivery option.
B. Government adopts strict rules on vehicle emissions.
C. Delivery robots lose the competitive advantage.
D. Traditional vehicle delivery raises a set of issues.
15. What did Han suggest doing to highlight delivery robots’ environment advantages?
A. Increasing the number of robots in busy areas.
B. Providing real-time data about delivery emissions.
C. Offering free trials of robot delivery services.
D. Training consumers to operate delivery robots.
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。
A college’s landscape can be intimidating(令人生畏的) for first-time college students. Experts say the biggest misstep they make is not being financially responsible. ___16___ .
When students are entering this new environment, there’s going to be new stressors. The finances, which are typically the largest stressor, are often the ones that compound some of these others. ___17___ . What’s worse, we get a large number of families who think the finances will just work themselves out.
Students and their families should have a clear plan for paying for fees and put together a budget. ___18___ . The university tells the students, “Here’s what we think it’s gonna cost you to come to college.” It’s important for students and their families to sit down and try to budget ahead of time.
Signing up for a meal plan, which most schools require students living on campus to participate in. can help with financial management. ___19___ . That means they’ re not having any other out-of-pocket cost for meals. At the same time, schools urge students to always advocate for themselves when it comes to scholarships and financial assistance.
Carefully planning and managing their finances can help students reduce stress. ___20___ . Remember, there will be endless ways in which students want to spend money on experiences in college, aside from the typical cost of attendance. So, financial responsibility is a crucial step towards a successful and enjoyable college experience.
A. It will help them arrange their study time better
B. They will have a set amount of meals for the term
C. Most universities usually come with an estimated cost
D. It will also allow them to focus more on their academic life
E. The operating costs of most universities are hard to estimate
F. They can worsen students’ academic difficulties and social adaptation
G. But they can create a path to success by getting their finances organized
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In 2004, when Claire Burnside Och was in college, she waited tables at a high-end restaurant. One night, she had a group of 12. and a man at the table ____21____ two bottles of expensive wine. Burnside Och was ____22____ of opening wine, because she had a history of doing it wrong.
When she began to open the bottle. she ____23____ and realized she had broken the cork (软木塞). Half was now ____24____ in her corkscrew (开瓶器), and the other half was stuck in the bottle. She was ____25____, thinking he would demand a(n) ____26____ and that she might be blamed.
But ___27___ being annoyed, the man kindly handled her mistake. He leaned over, took the bottle and tried to ____28____ the cork, but ended up pushing it further into the bottle. So now there’s half a cork ____29____ in the beautiful bottle of wine.
With tiny bits of cork in the wine, he poured himself a glass, drank it, and ____30____ her, saying, “Don’t worry. It happens.” He then poured wine for his guests, ____31____ everything was fine.
Today, Burnside Och often recalls the man’s ____32____ as she responds to someone else’s mistakes. When her two young daughters ____33____ break something, she lets them know it’s just a mistake and not to worry. The man’s ____34____ has shaped her own approach to handling others’ mistakes, teaching her to be understanding and ____35____.
21. A. ordered B. sold C. broke D. refused
22. A. fond B. afraid C. capable D. tired
23. A. looked down B. turned away C. took up D. gave in
24. A. folded B. attached C. stuck D. replaced
25. A. encouraged B. amazed C. excited D. terrified
26. A. standard B. explanation C. replacement D. investigation
27. A. due to B. instead of C. apart from D. as for
28. A. remove B. design C. purchase D. choose
29. A. breathing B. diving C. floating D. marching
30. A. invited B. comforted C. warned D. admired
31. A. wondering B. proving C. assuming D. ensuring
32 A. creation B. donation C. voice D. advice
33 A. accidentally B. obviously C. helplessly D. doubtfully
34. A. adventure B. sympathy C. experiment D. recommendation
35. A. judging B. satisfying C. obeying D. forgiving
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。
Autumn is the best season ____36____ (visit) the charming southern area of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, offering delicious fruits, picturesque views and rich ethnic cultures.
Kashgar, an ancient Silk Road city, is a must-visit with its attractive Old City ____37____ (serve) as a tourist attraction and residential area for the local Uygur community. Besides the ethnic group songs ____38____ dances of the Old City’s gate-opening ceremony, visitors can rub shoulders with the residents, including youngsters ____39____ play on the street after school. Galleries, antique shops, ____40____ (culture) and creative shops, teahouses and cafes await, offering a glimpse into the region’s charm. Those looking ____41____ distinctive souvenirs can buy local herbal tea, dried fruits, red dates, exotic carpets and traditional handmade bronze ware. Some tourists enjoy dressing in ethnic costumes to take unique ___42___ (photo) in professional studios. At the night market, visitors are ____43____ (easy) attracted by booths of delicious roasted mutton skewers, milk ice cream, sweet pomegranate juice and fresh figs.
The booming tourism in the scenic area ____44____ (create) employment directly for over 20,000 people in the past few years. In 2023, nearly 17.4 million visitors ____45____ (receive) by the Old City, generating tourism revenue of about 12 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 163.8 percent.
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,上周六你参观了一场以“Looking into the future”为主题的中国航天模型展。请给你的英国朋友Chris写一封邮件,内容包括:
1.展览内容;2.你的感想。
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 Chris,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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。
We all have heard stories where a hero dog saves someone from a fire, or from drowning or helps others in an exceptional way. This short story is based on reality — it happened to one of my coworkers, Andy, or to his cat, to be precise.
Andy had a cute cat as his pet. And now he got a new pet, a little dog. The dog was so adorable that everyone loved him. Everyone wanted to hold him and take him out. He charmed everyone by just loving them with his whole heart. Hard not to like someone who just loves you totally, isn’t it?
However, the cat made it very clear she did not appreciate another pet in the house. She hissed (发嘶嘶声) and tried to scratch the little dog — but the dog just loved the cat anyway. He followed her anywhere, tried to play with her, and tried to lap her up. What a sight it was — the little dog tried to make friends with the angry cat. No amount of bad behavior from the cat could persuade the dog not to love the cat. Andy’s family figured the cat would never like the dog.
A few weeks passed, and the family gradually got used to having both pets, though the cat remained stubborn and distant. She still ignored the dog’ s attempts to befriend her. Then one day Andy and his family heard horrible screaming from their backyard. They ran to the window to see what was happening. They lived in the suburbs, and it took a while for them to believe their eyes. A big lynx (猞猁), which is violent in nature, was on their backyard. And the lynx was just planning on grabbing their cat for lunch. The poor cat had no chance. She was screaming but had nowhere to run or hide. It would only be a matter of seconds and their cat would be dead.
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And then the dog made an unimaginable move
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From that day on, the cat’s behavior toward the dog changed totally.
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