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英语（八）试卷 注意事项： 1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B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） 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。 1. Which language is the woman learning now? A. French. B. German. C. Spanish. 2. Why does the man talk to the woman? A. To sell a bag. B. To offer help. C. To make friends. 3. How will the woman promote her designs? A. With online posts. B. By a fashion show. C. With magazine ads. 4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Neighbors. B. Classmates. C. Teammates. 5. Where does the conversation take place? A. At a delivery service. B. At a check-in counter. C. At a convenience store. 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. Which drink does the man choose? A. Orange juice. B. Coconut milk. C. Banana shake. 7. How much will the man pay? A. $8. B. $9. C. $10. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why will the woman be away from town? A. To attend a party. B. To meet a singer. C. To watch a show. 9. When will the speakers see Angela’s performance? A. On June 18th. B. On June 23rd. C. On June 28th. 10. What does the man want to do? A. Invite coworkers to join. B. Buy group tickets at once. C. Change his work schedule. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. How does the man describe his roommate? A. Lazy. B. Quiet. C. Messy. 12. What is Anna good at? A. Singing. B. Cooking. C. Cleaning. 13. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Finish a science project. B. Rent a better apartment. C. Talk with her roommate. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. What was the man’s previous style? A. Abstract. B. Creative. C. Concrete. 15. What inspired the man to create the latest sculpture? A. A visit to China. B. An art exhibition. C. A lecture by artists. 16. How does the man want people to engage with his latest work? A. By sharing it. B. By touching it. C. By discussing it. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. When will the activities start on the farm? A. Around 8:30. B. Around 9:00. C. Around 9:30. 18. What will the volunteers teach the students? A. Making pies. B. Planting trees. C. Taking photos. 19. What should the students do before leaving the farm? A. Build a team. B. Win a contest. C. Clean up waste. 20 What is the speaker mainly talking about? A. Plans for a school trip. B. Tips on picking apples. C. Rules of an apple farm. 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 Thanks to the rise of remote work, Canadian companies are hiring talents from around the world. You could land a work-from-home job with a Canadian company — even if you’re living outside of Canada. Here’s a list of remote-friendly jobs. ·Virtual Assistant Busy Canadian entrepreneurs and small business owners often hire virtual assistants to manage administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry and email management. What you’ll need: Expertise in English for email communication and scheduling. Strong organizational skills. Knowledge of tools like Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. How to get hired: Check out job postings on platforms like Job Bank Canada and remote job boards like We Work Remotely. ·Social Media Manager Businesses rely on social media managers to grow their online presence, and remote hiring for this role has become the norm (常态). What you’ll need; Excellent English writing and communication skills. Experience of creating content for platforms like Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. Familiarity with tools like Hootsuite and Canva. How to get hired: Search for roles on Canadian job boards like Remote. co or Workopolis, which frequently feature contract positions. ·IT Support Specialist With the growing need for IT support in businesses of all sizes, Canadian companies often look for remote IT specialists to troubleshoot technical issues. What you’ll need: Fluency in English for guiding clients through troubleshooting steps. Expertise in IT support software and hardware. Problem-solving skills and familiarity with tools like Team Viewer. How to get hired: Explore contract IT support roles on Canadian job boards like Job Bank Canada or specialized IT job sites like Technojobs Canada. 1. What is one responsibility for a virtual assistant? A. Dealing with statistics. B. Checking job postings. C. Writing for platforms. D. Solving technical issues. 2. Where can you get information about social media manager? A. On Job Bank Canada. B. On Stack Overflow Jobs. C. On Workopolis. D. On Technojobs Canada. 3. What is a must for the three jobs? A. Frequent business travels. B. Strong organizational skills. C. Holding Canadian nationality. D. A good command of English. 【答案】1. A 2. C 3. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了加拿大公司提供的三种远程工作岗位，分别是虚拟助理、社交媒体经理和 IT 支持专家，并说明了每个岗位的职责、所需技能以及应聘的途径。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Virtual Assistant中“Busy Canadian entrepreneurs and small business owners often hire virtual assistants to manage administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry and email management.(忙碌的加拿大企业家和小企业主经常雇佣虚拟助理来管理诸如日程安排、数据录入和电子邮件管理等行政任务。)”可知，虚拟助理的职责包括数据录入。故选A。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Social Media Manager “Businesses rely on social media managers to grow their online presence, and remote hiring for this role has become the norm (常态).(企业依靠社交媒体经理来扩大他们的在线影响力，并且这个职位的远程招聘已经成为常态。)”以及How to get hired中“Search for roles on Canadian job boards like Remote. co or Workopolis, which frequently feature contract positions.(在像 Remote.co 或 Workopolis 这样的加拿大招聘网站上搜索职位，这些网站经常有合同职位。)”可知，寻找社交媒体经理职位可以在 Workopolis 网站上。故选C。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据 Virtual Assistant中“Expertise in English for email communication and scheduling.(用于电子邮件通信和日程安排的英语专业知识，这是虚拟助理的要求。)”；根据·Social Media Manager中“Excellent English writing and communication skills.(优秀的英语写作和沟通技巧，这是社交媒体经理的要求。)”；根据IT Support Specialist中“Fluency in English for guiding clients through troubleshooting steps.(流利的英语以便指导客户完成故障排除步骤，这是 IT 支持专家的要求。)”可知，这三个工作都要求良好的英语能力。故选D。 B Three round-the-world sailors reached land safely Thursday after sharks nearly sank their boat in the Coral Sea. Both of the inflatable hulls (充气船体) on their 30-foot boat were damaged in several attacks by what were thought to be cookie cutter sharks — a small species not considered dangerous to people. Cookie cutter sharks grow to between 17 inches and 22 inches long and are named for the circular holes that bite in prey (猎物). Photos of the men’s rescue showed major damage to the boat, which nearly sank and a front section of one hull was completely missing. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority guided the rescue of the two Russian and one French sailors after they activated an emergency signal early Wednesday 519 miles southeast of the Queensland state city of Cairns. The three were rescued by a Panama-flagged cargo ship, which landed them at Mooloolaba Harbor on the Sunshine Coast north of the Queensland capital Brisbane on Thursday, the authority said. Footage shot by a rescue helicopter showed the boat bobbing (颠簸) in calm seas as it was approached by the huge cargo ship. Rescued sailor Beryozkin said he suspected the sharks mistook his boat for a whale. He said the crew had prepared for sharks, but not for such numbers. They had used double-layered material to protect the inflatable hulls. “But some of them jumped and bit above the doublelayered material,” he said. Beryozkin, Kovalevsky and Frenchman Garate had left St. Petersburg, Russia, on July 1, and had been sailing from Vanuatu to Cairns when they got into trouble. Joe Zeller, duty manager at the maritime agency’s Canberra response center, said, “The emergency signal absolutely saved their lives. It enabled the Rescue Coordination Center to identify the precise location and tailor the most appropriate and quickest response to rescue them.” 4. What do we know about cookie cutter sharks? A. They often pose threats to man. B. They measure 22 feet in length. C. They severely damaged the hulls. D. They prefer to hunt for food alone. 5. Where did the sailors safely land? A. In Brisbane. B. In Panama. C. In St. Petersburg. D. In Cairns. 6. Why did the sharks attack the boat according to Beryozkin? A. The sailors angered them by mistake. B. They regarded the boat as their prey. C. Their habitat was offended by people. D. The smell of the hulls attracted them. 7. What is the text? A. A travel journal. B. A science fiction. C. A research log. D. A news report. 【答案】4. C 5. A 6. B 7. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了三名环球航海者遭遇鲨鱼袭击后成功获救的事件。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Both of the inflatable hulls (充气船体) on their 30-foot boat were damaged in several attacks by what were thought to be cookie cutter sharks — a small species not considered dangerous to people. (他们30英尺长的船上的两个充气船体在据信是雪茄达摩鲨的多次攻击中受损——这种小型鲨类通常被认为对人类不构成威胁)”可知，雪茄达摩鲨严重破坏了船体。故选C。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“The three were rescued by a Panama-flagged cargo ship, which landed them at Mooloolaba Harbor on the Sunshine Coast north of the Queensland capital Brisbane on Thursday, the authority said. (当局表示，这三人于周四被一艘巴拿马籍货轮救起，该货船将他们送至昆士兰州首府布里斯班北部阳光海岸的穆卢拉巴港)”可知，水手们在布里斯班附近的港口登陆。故选A。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“Rescued sailor Beryozkin said he suspected the sharks mistook his boat for a whale. (获救船员Beryozkin表示，他怀疑鲨鱼将他的船只误认成了鲸鱼)”可知，水手认为鲨鱼将船误认为猎物。故选B。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文，尤其根据第一段“Three round-the-world sailors reached land safely Thursday after sharks nearly sank their boat in the Coral Sea. (三名环球航行的水手在鲨鱼几乎将他们的船击沉于珊瑚海后，于周四安全抵达陆地)”可知，文章以客观报道的形式讲述了三名水手遭遇鲨鱼袭击后获救的事件，包含时间、地点、人物及救援细节，符合新闻报道的特征。故选D。 C Researchers in Australia are using a robot cow powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the way farmers raise cattle. The robot cow SwagBot can drive by itself and move cows from one field to another based on the condition of the soil and plant life. Researchers at the University of Sydney in Australia said SwagBot is becoming the world’s first “smart cow”. They believe it can make cattle farming more efficient and put less pressure on the environment. Swagbot was first launched in 2016, when it could only move around fields where cattle graze (吃草). Over time, scientists have added sensors and AI systems to the robot. These systems help SwagBot to judge the health, type, and thickness of grasses and plants in fields and to observe the health of the cattle. The robot uses this information to move cattle to the best areas for grazing. The goal is to move cattle to a new grazing area before they have damaged the grass in a particular field. This can prevent damage to the soil. The robot can also send the information back to farmers. Salah Sukkarieh is a professor of robotics and intelligent systems at the University of Sydney. His team made SwagBot. He said that once cattle feel at ease near the robot, they follow it around. Australia is one of the world’s biggest exporters of beef. It has around 30 million cattle spread across large areas that are often dry. As a result, some pastures (牧场) are of low quality and do not have a lot of grass. Overgrazing can lead to poor soil that supports less plant and animal life. SwagBot is still in development. It is part of a growing movement in agriculture towards robotics. Farming experts hope robots can make production more efficient. Robots could also reduce the need for workers in places, like Australia, where finding workers in areas with a low population can be difficult. 8. How does the robot benefit the environment? A. It improves the condition of the soil. B. It evaluates the health of grasses. C. It moves the cows to different places. D. It prevents the cattle overgrazing. 9. What can be inferred about Swagbot? A. It has just been put on the market. B. It has been developed for a decade. C. It can attract the cattle to follow it. D. It forces the cattle to a new pasture. 10. What’s the author’s attitude towards Swagbot? A. Cautious. B. Optimistic. C. Negative. D. Objective. 11. What is a suitable title for the text? A. Costs of Farming Decline in Australia B. Robot Leads Cattle to Greener Fields C. The World’s Best Smart Cow Is Born D. Australia Faces a Shortage of Pasture 【答案】8. D 9. C 10. B 11. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了澳大利亚研究人员开发的一款名为SwagBot的智能机器牛，该机器牛利用人工智能技术帮助农民更高效地管理牛群，减少对环境的压力，体现了农业领域向机器人技术发展的趋势。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段第二、三句“The goal is to move cattle to a new grazing area before they have damaged the grass in a particular field. This can prevent damage to the soil. (目标是赶在牛群破坏特定区域的草地之前，将它们转移到新的放牧区域。这可以防止土壤受损)”可知，机器牛通过防止牛群过度放牧来保护环境。故选D项。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段最后一句“He said that once cattle feel at ease near the robot, they follow it around. (他说，一旦牛群在机器人附近感到自在，它们就会跟着它走)”可推知，SwagBot能够吸引牛群跟随它。故选C项。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段最后两句“Farming experts hope robots can make production more efficient. Robots could also reduce the need for workers in places, like Australia, where finding workers in areas with a low population can be difficult. (农业专家希望机器人能使生产更高效。机器人还可以减少对工人的需求，比如在澳大利亚这样人口稀少的地区，很难找到工人)”可推知，作者对SwagBot持乐观态度。故选B项。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“The robot cow SwagBot can drive by itself and move cows from one field to another based on the condition of the soil and plant life. (机器牛SwagBot可以自行驾驶，并根据土壤和植物生长状况将牛从一个牧场转移到另一个牧场)”可知，文章主要介绍了澳大利亚研究人员开发的一款名为SwagBot的智能机器牛，它能够帮助农民更高效地管理牛群，将牛群引导到环境更好的牧场。由此可知，B项“Robot Leads Cattle to Greener Fields (机器人引导牛群到更绿的牧场)”适合作为文章标题。故选B项。 D Recent research suggests that Saturn’s rings (土星环) may be older than they look — and possibly as old as the planet itself. Instead of being 400 million years old as some had thought, the icy rings could be the same age as Saturn:4.5 billion years old. A Japanese-led research team reported Saturn’s rings may be in good condition not because they are young but because they are dirt-resistant. For many years, scientists had believed that Saturn’s rings were between 100 million and 400million years old. This idea came from more than 10 years of observations by NASA’s Cassini spacecraft, which studied Saturn before its mission ended in 2017. Images by Cassini showed no evidence of any darkening of the rings by impacts from micrometeoroids — space rock particles (微粒) smaller than a grain of sand. The finding led scientists to believe the rings formed long after the planet. Through computer modeling, the Institute of Science Tokyo’s Ryuki Hyodo and his team showed that micrometeoroids become gas or small liquid drops once they hit the rings. As a result, little of any dark or dirty substances remain. Researchers found that the resulting charged particles are forced toward Saturn or out into space, keeping the rings clean. The findings challenge the idea that the rings are much younger than the planet. The resulting research appeared in the scientific publication Nature Geoscience. Hyodo said it is possible Saturn’s rings could be somewhere between the two extreme ages. For example, the rings could be around the halfway mark of 2.3 billion years old. However, the solar system was in a chaotic state during its early years. Large planetary-sized objects were moving around and affecting each other a lot at that time. It was just the sort of situation that might have produced Saturn’s rings. 12. Why may Saturn’s rings be in good condition? A. Because they are made of ice. B. Because they are dirt-proof. C. Because they have a short history. D. Because they are covered by rocks. 13. What have the images by Cassini revealed? A. Micrometeoroids don’t affect Saturn’s rings. B. Saturn’s rings are mainly made up of liquid. C. Planetary-sized objects produced Saturn’s rings. D. Charged particles are forced away from Saturn. 14. What does the underlined word “chaotic” in the last paragraph mean? A. Dangerous. B. Peaceful. C. Messy. D. Stable. 15. What is the main idea of the text? A. Saturn’s rings might be much older than thought. B. NASA’s Cassini spacecraft completed its mission. C. Computer modeling finds out Saturn’s exact age. D. The components of Saturn’s rings are discovered. 【答案】12. B 13. A 14. C 15. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了土星环可能比想象中古老及其相关研究情况。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段的“A Japanese-led research team reported Saturn’s rings may be in good condition not because they are young but because they are dirt-resistant.(一个由日本领导的研究小组报告说，土星环可能状况良好，不是因为它们年轻，而是因为它们防尘)”可知，土星环可能状况良好是因为它们防尘。故选B。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段的“Images by Cassini showed no evidence of any darkening of the rings by impacts from micrometeoroids — space rock particles (微粒) smaller than a grain of sand.(卡西尼号拍摄的图像显示，没有证据表明微流星体（比一粒沙子还小的太空岩石颗粒）的撞击使环变暗)”可知，卡西尼号的图像显示没有证据表明微流星体对土星环有影响，即微流星体不影响土星环。故选A。 【14题详解】 词句猜测题。根据最后一段的“Large planetary-sized objects were moving around and affecting each other a lot at that time.(当时，大型行星大小的物体四处移动，相互影响很大)”可知，太阳系早期处于一种混乱状态，大型行星大小的物体四处移动，相互影响很大。所以chaotic意为“混乱的”，与messy意思相近。故选C。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段的“Recent research suggests that Saturn’s rings (土星环) may be older than they look — and possibly as old as the planet itself.(最近的研究表明，土星环可能比它们看起来更古老——可能与土星本身一样古老)”以及下文对土星环年龄的研究可知，本文主要讨论的是土星环可能比之前认为的要古老得多。故选A。 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。 Effective Ways to Deal with Negative Emotions Negative emotions are an unavoidable part of the human experience. They can arise in various situations. ____16____, they serve important functions. Understanding how to tackle these feelings is vital for emotional well-being. Breathing exercises for immediate relief ____17____. When faced with overwhelming feelings, you can take a few moments to focus on your breath to help calm your mind and body. Techniques such as deep breathing or the 4-7-8method can reduce feelings of anxiety and promote relaxation. Regular practice of breathing exercises can also contribute to long-term emotional regulation. Mindfulness meditation (冥想) for emotional regulation It is a powerful practice for emotional regulation and managing negative emotions. By focusing on the present moment and observing thoughts and feelings without judgment, individuals can nurse a sense of calm. This practice helps in recognizing negative emotions as they arise, allowing for a more balanced response rather than an impulsive (冲动的) reaction. ____18____. Physical activity to channel emotions Engaging in physical activity is a great way to channel negative emotions and promote mental well-being. Exercise releases endorphins, which are natural mood lifers, helping to ease feelings of sadness and anxiety. ____19____, physical activity provides an outlet for emotional expression. Regular exercise can also improve sleep quality and reduce stress, leading to a more balanced emotional state. ____20____ They can be beneficial in managing negative emotions and fostering a positive mindset. By imagining a peaceful scene or a desired outcome, individuals can shift their focus away from negative feelings. These techniques allow the mind to create a sense of calm and control, which can reduce anxiety and stress, creating a positive mental environment that supports emotional healing. A. Using visualization techniques. B. Strengthening emotional intelligence. C. While they may make us uncomfortable. D. These emotions can arise from various situations. E. Whether it’s going for a run, practicing yoga or even dancing. F. They are an effective way to achieve immediate relief from negative emotions. G. It not only aids in managing emotions but also promotes overall mental well-being. 【答案】16. C 17. F 18. G 19. E 20. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍应对负面情绪的有效方法，包括呼吸练习、正念冥想、体育活动和可视化技巧，说明每种方法的作用及实践方式。 【16题详解】 根据上文“Negative emotions are an unavoidable part of the human experience. They can arise in various situations.(负面情绪是人类经历中不可避免的一部分，它们可能在各种情况下产生)以及下文“they serve important functions.(它们有重要的作用)”可知，上文指出负面情绪不可避免，下文指出它们有重要作用，选项承接上文与下文为转折关系。故C选项“尽管它们可能让我们不适”符合语境。故选C项。 【17题详解】 根据标题“Breathing exercises for immediate relief(呼吸练习用于即时缓解)”可知，选项承接上文继续解释呼吸练习的重要性。故F选项“它们是从负面情绪中获得即时缓解的有效方法”符合语境。故选F项。 【18题详解】 根据上文“This practice helps in recognizing negative emotions as they arise, allowing for a more balanced response rather than an impulsive(冲动的)reaction.(这种做法有助于在负面情绪出现时识别它们，允许更平衡的反应而不是冲动的反应)”可知，选项承接上文说明冥想的作用，故G选项“它不仅有助于管理情绪，还能促进整体心理健康”符合语境。故选G项。 【19题详解】 根据上文“Exercise releases endorphins, which are natural mood lifers, helping to ease feelings of sadness and anxiety.(运动可以释放内啡肽，这是一种天然的情绪缓解剂，有助于缓解悲伤和焦虑的感觉)”可知，此空需要具体说明体育活动的类型，通过列举这些常见的体育活动，进一步解释了前文提到的体育活动。故E选项“无论是跑步、练瑜伽甚至跳舞”符合语境。故选E项。 【20题详解】 根据下文“They can be beneficial in managing negative emotions and fostering a positive mindset. By imagining a peaceful scene or a desired outcome, individuals can shift their focus away from negative feelings. These techniques allow the mind to create a sense of calm and control, which can reduce anxiety and stress, creating a positive mental environment that supports emotional healing.(它们在管理消极情绪和培养积极心态方面是有益的。通过想象一个平静的场景或期望的结果，个人可以将他们的注意力从负面情绪中转移开。这些技巧可以让大脑产生一种平静和控制感，从而减少焦虑和压力，创造一个积极的心理环境，支持情绪愈合)”可知，本段主要讲要使用可视化技巧。故A选项“使用可视化技巧”为本段的标题。故选A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。 When Lydia and Andy first moved into their new apartment, the sound of music caught their attention. After a careful ____21____, it was clear that a neighbor was the source of the sound. Curious, they ____22____ themselves. It turned out, their then 97-year-old neighbor, Derek, loved to play the piano. However, his hearing aids weren’t set ____23____, which made his hearing difficult. Luckily, Lydia and Andy helped ____24____ his hearing aids. As for Derek, this ____25____ alone meant the world. The more the couple got to know about Derek’s talent, the more they ____26____ him. Then the three became close friends, ____27____ a “dinner and show” every month. And with Derek’s ____28____, the couple posted on social media to share his ____29____ for music with folks. Years ago, Derek joined the British Navy as a pilot, so he had to ____30____ music. The only time he took piano lessons was when he was a child. But as an adult, Derek eventually ____31____ that he has quite a natural talent. This was proven in his ability to ____32____ just about any sheet of music from memory. Now, Derek ____33____ to play the piano which accompanied him for years. “We want to live next to Derek and enjoy his ____34____ as long as we can,” Lydia shares. “He’s extremely ____35____ about music and says it has kept him alive.” 21. A. design B. plan C. check D. preparation 22. A. questioned B. supported C. pushed D. introduced 23. A. properly B. safely C. directly D. formally 24. A. charge B. adjust C. remove D. clean 25. A. accident B. praise C. lesson D. gesture 26. A. believed B. forgave C. admired D. offered 27. A. sharing B. ordering C. watching D. receiving 28. A. comment B. permission C. guidance D. promise 29. A. talent B. respect C. taste D. choice 30. A. give in to B. make use of C. keep up with D. move on from 31. A. predicted B. realized C. reported D. expected 32. A. sing B. conduct C. perform D. comment 33. A. continues B. dreams C. regrets D. fears 34. A. influence B. company C. success D. service 35. A. worried B. curious C. anxious D. enthusiastic 【答案】21. C 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. A 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. B 35. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了莉迪亚和安迪刚搬进他们的新公寓，认识了97岁的邻居德里克。他们帮助德里克调整了助听器，还把德里克的音乐天赋分享到社交媒体上。 【21题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：经过仔细检查，很明显是邻居发出的声音。A. design设计；B. plan计划；C. check检查；D. preparation准备。根据上文“When Lydia and Andy first moved into their new apartment, the sound of music caught their attention.(当莉迪亚和安迪刚搬进他们的新公寓时，音乐的声音引起了他们的注意)”可知，此处指检查音乐的来源是邻居。故选C。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：出于好奇，他们做了自我介绍。A. questioned质疑；B. supported支持；C. pushed推；D. introduced介绍。根据后文“It turned out, their then 97-year-old neighbor, Derek, loved to play the piano.(原来，他们当时97岁的邻居德里克喜欢弹钢琴)”可知，邻居做了自我介绍。故选D。 【23题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：然而，他的助听器没有安装好，这使得他的听力很困难。A. properly合适地；B. safely安全地；C. directly直接地；D. formally正式地。根据后文“which made his hearing difficult”可知，听力有困难是因为助听器没有安装好。故选A。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：幸运的是，莉迪亚和安迪帮他调整了助听器。A. charge负责；B. adjust调整；C. remove去除；D. clean清理。根据上文“which made his hearing difficult”以及“helped”可知，莉迪亚和安迪帮他调整了助听器。故选B。 【25题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：对德里克来说，这个举动本身就意味着整个世界。A. accident事故；B. praise赞美；C. lesson课程；D. gesture手势，举动。此处指上文帮助他调整助听器的举动。故选D。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：这对夫妇对德里克的才华了解得越多，他们就越钦佩他。A. believed相信；B. forgave原谅；C. admired钦佩；D. offered提供。根据上文“The more the couple got to know about Derek’s talent”可知，了解了德里克的才华，因此钦佩他。故选C。 【27题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：后来，他们三人成为了亲密的朋友，每个月一起“吃饭和表演”。A. sharing分享；B. ordering命令；C. watching观看；D. receiving收到。根据后文“a “dinner and show” every month”指三人每个月一起“吃饭和表演”。故选A。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在德里克的允许下，这对夫妇在社交媒体上发帖，与大家分享他的音乐天赋。A. comment评论；B. permission许可；C. guidance指导；D. promise承诺。根据后文“the couple posted on social media to share his”可知，要在网上分享需要德里克的允许，故选B。 29题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在德里克的允许下，这对夫妇在社交媒体上发帖，与大家分享他的音乐天赋。A. talent天赋，才能；B. respect尊重；C. taste品味；D. choice选择。呼应上文“Derek’s talent”指分享音乐天赋。故选A。 【30题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：几年前，德里克作为一名飞行员加入了英国海军，所以他不得不放弃音乐。A. give in to屈服；B. make use of利用；C. keep up with跟上；D. move on from放弃，从某事物中走出来。根据上文“Derek joined the British Navy as a pilot”以及so表示因果关系，指他因为要参军不得不放弃音乐。故选D。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：但作为一个成年人，德里克最终意识到他有相当的天赋。A. predicted预测；B. realized意识到；C. reported报告；D. expected期待。根据后文“he has quite a natural talent”以及后文提到他凭记忆演奏任何一首曲子，可知，指德里克最终意识到他有相当的天赋。故选B。 【32题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：这一点在他凭记忆演奏任何一首曲子的能力中得到了证明。A. sing唱歌；B. conduct实施；C. perform表演；D. comment评论。根据后文“just about any sheet of music from memory”指凭记忆演奏音乐。故选C。 【33题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：现在，德里克继续演奏伴随他多年的钢琴。A. continues继续；B. dreams梦想；C. regrets后悔；D. fears恐惧。根据后文“to play the piano which accompanied him for years”以及他意识到了自己的音乐天赋，所以德里克继续演奏伴随他多年的钢琴。故选A。 【34题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：“我们想和德里克住在一起，尽可能地享受他的陪伴，”莉迪亚说。A. influence影响；B. company公司；C. success成功；D. service服务。根据上文“We want to live next to Derek and enjoy his”可知，他们和德里克是邻居，享受对方的陪伴。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：“他对音乐非常热情，并说音乐让他活了下来。”A. worried担心的；B. curious好奇的；C. anxious焦虑的；D. enthusiastic热情的。根据后文“about music and says it has kept him alive”可知，德里克对音乐非常热情，并说音乐让他活了下来。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。 The Chinese character for “future” is selected as the CJK Spirit Word of the Year 2025. “Future” reflects the determination of the people of China, Japan, and South Korea ____36____ (build) closer ties in the future. “Future” not only represents the time, but symbolizes innovation, cooperation, and ____37____ (grow). This word reminds us ____38____ while we may face challenges today, our shared future holds enormous potential. With the growing exchanges between young people, the concept of “future” has become ____39____ (particular) important. China, Japan, and South Korea face one another across mountains and seas. The cultures are similar with a long history of exchanges. Given our shared interests, it ____40____ (believe) that people will overcome challenges and move toward a better future. The Annual Chinese Characters of 2023 and 2024 were “harmony” and “exchange”. Among the candidates this year, “future” received 3,136 votes, the ____41____ (high) number, making it the winner. “Friendly” and “understand” ranked second and third ____42____ 3,017 votes and 2,939 votes each. ____43____ (vote) for the selection took place from November 1 to December 1 with citizens of the three countries casting their votes on the official event website. ____44____ total of 15.299 netizens (网民) from these three countries participated, marking a 52 percent increase ______45______ (compare) to that of the previous year. 【答案】36. to build 37. growth 38. that 39. particularly 40. is believed 41. highest 42. with 43. Voting 44. A 45. compared 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了“未来”被选为2025年CJK年度精神汉字，说明了其意义以及相关的投票情况。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：“未来”反映了中国人民、日本人民和韩国人民在未来建立更紧密联系决心。“the determination to do sth.”为固定搭配，意为“做某事的决心”，所以此处应用动词不定式作后置定语。故填to build。 【37题详解】 考查名词。句意：“未来”不仅代表时间，还象征着创新、合作和成长。此处与“innovation, cooperation”并列作“symbolizes”的宾语，所以空处应用名词形式，“grow”的名词形式为“growth”，意为“成长”，为不可数名词。故填growth。 【38题详解】 考查宾语从句。句意：这个词提醒我们，虽然我们今天可能面临挑战，但我们共同的未来有着巨大的潜力。“reminds us”后接宾语从句，从句不缺成分，句意完整，所以用“that”引导该宾语从句。故填that。 【39题详解】 考查副词。句意：随着年轻人之间交流的日益增多，“未来”的概念变得尤为重要。此处修饰形容词“important”，应用副词形式，“particular”的副词形式为“particularly”，意为“尤其，特别”。故填particularly。 【40题详解】 考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：考虑到我们的共同利益，人们相信我们将克服挑战，走向更美好的未来。根据语境可知，句子陈述的是客观事实，应用一般现在时；“it”为形式主语，真正的主语为“that people will overcome challenges and move toward a better future”，且“people”和“believe”之间为被动关系，所以应用一般现在时的被动语态，主语“it”为单数，be动词应用“is”。故填is believed。 【41题详解】 考查形容词最高级。句意：在今年的候选汉字中，“未来”获得了3136票，得票数最高，成为获胜者。根据“Among the candidates this year”和“the”可知，此处应用形容词high的最高级形式。故填highest。 【42题详解】 考查介词。句意：“友好”和“理解”分别以3017票和2939票位列第二和第三。此处表示“有”多少票，应用介词“with”。故填with。 【43题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：投票从11月1日持续到12月1日，三国公民在活动官方网站上投票。此处作句子的主语，应用动vote的动名词形式，表示一种客观情况，且位于句首，首字母应大写。故填Voting。 【44题详解】 考查冠词。句意：共有来自这三个国家的15299名网民参与投票，比上一年增加了52%。“a total of ...”为固定搭配，意为“总共……”，所以此处应用不定冠词“a”，且位于句首，首字母应大写。故填A。 45题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：共有来自这三个国家的15299名网民参与投票，比上一年增加了52%。此处为非谓语动词作状语，“compared to ...”为固定搭配，意为“与……相比”，所以此处应用“compare”的过去分词形式。故填compared。 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，你校刚刚举办了五四青年节主题音乐会，请给你的英国好友Chris写一封邮件，要点如下： 1.活动介绍； 2.回看方法。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80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, I would like to invite you to watch our school’s “Singing for Youth” concert, which has been scheduled for an online rebroadcast. This concert aims to celebrate our youthful years and our outstanding achievements through singing performances. It features classical and folk songs performed by students. To enjoy those performances, you can click the rebroadcast link on our school’s official website. This concert will offer you a unique perspective on our spirit and show artistic talents of students. Should you require any assistance feel free to contact me. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给英国好友Chris写一封邮件，介绍五四青年节主题音乐会活动以及回看方法。 【详解】1.词汇积累 安排：schedule→arrange 庆祝：celebrate→observe 欣赏：enjoy→admire 提供：offer→provide 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：To enjoy those performances, you can click the rebroadcast link on our school’s official website. 拓展句：If you’d like to enjoy those performances, you can click the rebroadcast link on our school’s official website. 【点睛】【高分句型1】I would like to invite you to watch our school’s “Singing for Youth” concert, which has been scheduled for an online rebroadcast.（运用了which引导非限制性定语从句） 【高分句型2】Should you require any assistance, feel free to contact me.（运用了省略if的虚拟条件状语从句引出的倒装） 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。 Jake just moved into a small house alone. Since he moved in, he had no one to see and nobody would come to visit. One Friday morning, he got up unwillingly and stepped out to get his morning paper. While reading the paper, he asked himself over and over: Why did I move here from the countryside and leave all friends behind? This small house had no decorations and it needed painting badly. Outside were dried up flower beds, mostly weeds now. Worst of all, that ugly broken-down billboard (广告牌) stood so near the house. The previous owner said the house price included that billboard, but Jake didn’t know what he could do with it. Then a knock on the door surprised him. Opening it, he saw a little boy. “Hi, Mister. Do you own the billboard there?” the boy asked politely, pointing at the billboard. Jake hesitated. “Well, yes, I guess I do.” “Can I rent it all day this Sunday?” “All day Sunday?” inquired Jake, who felt confused, “What on earth for?” “My Mom is coming home from the hospital this Sunday morning. My brother has saved enough money from his part-time job to buy Mom flowers. I’m only 8. But I collected cans and bottles and got $2.75. If I can rent your billboard, I’ll give you all my money. Then I can put a sign on it saying. ‘Welcome home, Mom.’ Her bed faces the window... She could see it.” “Your mother will think that’s lovely,” replied Jake. “How about giving me one dollar to rent it?” Jake didn’t want the boy’s money, but he knew how important it was to make the boy feel he was doing something by himself. “You can use the rest to buy a marker, in a happy color.” The boy’s face lit up. “Thanks, Mister. I’ll be back tomorrow morning... I have to go to school now.” Jake called out after the boy, “What’s your name?” “Pete, Pete Murtso.” 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。 Jake rose early Saturday morning and found Pete waiting by the billboard. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ “The sign looks super!” shouted Pete. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 Jake rose early Saturday morning and found Pete waiting by the billboard. Pete approached Jake with a smile, handing him a dollar bill as the billboard rent to secure it. Jake inquired him about the sign’s design. Despite his young age, Pete explained his plan in detail: using decorative paper from his brother and a red marker, as red symbolized happiness. They spread the paper on the floor, using chairs to keep it in place. Unsure about the spelling, Pete wrote “Welcome” with Jake’s guidance. Concerned about the sign’s visibility, Jake found some artificial flowers to make it more noticeable. “The sign looks super!” shouted Pete. With joint efforts, they hung the sign on the billboard and nailed some artificial flowers at its bottom. After completing the task, they sat on Jake’s doorstep, admiring their work. Pete excused himself to assist his brother in cleaning their apartment for his Mom’s return. On Sunday, something surprised Jake—he found a note at his doorstep with “Welcome to our community” written with a red marker. The message moved him to tears, bringing him warmth that he hadn’t experienced and making him hopeful about his life in the community. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开。文章讲述了Jake独自搬到一个小房子后感到孤独和失落的故事。然而，一个小男孩Pete的出现和请求让Jake的生活发生了改变。Pete希望租用Jake家附近的广告牌，为从医院回家的妈妈制作一个欢迎标语。Jake帮助Pete完成了这个心愿，而这个过程也让他感受到了社区的温暖。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ① 由第一段首句“周六早上，Jake早早起床，发现Pete正等在广告牌旁。”可知，第一段可描写Jake和Pete如何一起准备标语的过程，包括Pete的计划、他们如何制作标语等细节。 ② 由第二段首句“标语看起来很棒！”可知，第二段可描写他们如何将标语挂在广告牌上，以及Jake在周日收到的惊喜和感悟。 2. 续写线索： Pete等待——准备标语——制作标语——挂标语——周日的惊喜——Jake的感悟 3. 词汇激活 行为类： ① 靠近：approach/come near to ② 询问：inquire/ask ③ 欣赏：admire/appreciate 情绪类： ① 幸福：happiness/ well-being ② 感动：move/touch 【点睛】【高分句型1】Pete approached Jake with a smile, handing him a dollar bill as the billboard rent to secure it.（运用了现在分词作状语） 【高分句型2】The message moved him to tears, bringing him warmth that he hadn’t experienced and making him hopeful about his life in the community.（运用了现在分词作状语和that引导的定语从句） 【高分句型3】Concerned about the sign’s visibility, Jake found some artificial flowers to make it more noticeable.（运用了形容词短语作状语） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 英语（八）试卷 注意事项： 1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B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） 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。 1 Which language is the woman learning now? A. French. B. German. C. Spanish. 2. Why does the man talk to the woman? A. To sell a bag. B. To offer help. C. To make friends. 3. How will the woman promote her designs? A. With online posts. B. By a fashion show. C. With magazine ads. 4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Neighbors. B. Classmates. C. Teammates. 5. Where does the conversation take place? A. At a delivery service. B. At a check-in counter. C. At a convenience store. 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. Which drink does the man choose? A. Orange juice. B. Coconut milk. C. Banana shake. 7. How much will the man pay? A. $8. B. $9. C. $10. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why will the woman be away from town? A. To attend a party. B. To meet a singer. C. To watch a show. 9. When will the speakers see Angela’s performance? A. On June 18th. B. On June 23rd. C. On June 28th. 10. What does the man want to do? A. Invite coworkers to join. B. Buy group tickets at once. C. Change his work schedule. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. How does the man describe his roommate? A. Lazy. B. Quiet. C. Messy. 12. What is Anna good at? A. Singing. B. Cooking. C. Cleaning. 13. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Finish a science project. B. Rent a better apartment. C. Talk with her roommate. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. What was the man’s previous style? A. Abstract. B. Creative. C. Concrete. 15. What inspired the man to create the latest sculpture? A. A visit to China. B. An art exhibition. C. A lecture by artists. 16. How does the man want people to engage with his latest work? A. By sharing it. B. By touching it. C. By discussing it. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. When will the activities start on the farm? A. Around 8:30. B. Around 9:00. C. Around 9:30. 18. What will the volunteers teach the students? A. Making pies. B. Planting trees. C. Taking photos. 19. What should the students do before leaving the farm? A. Build a team. B. Win a contest. C. Clean up waste. 20. What is the speaker mainly talking about? A. Plans for a school trip. B. Tips on picking apples. C. Rules of an apple farm. 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 Thanks to the rise of remote work, Canadian companies are hiring talents from around the world. You could land a work-from-home job with a Canadian company — even if you’re living outside of Canada. Here’s a list of remote-friendly jobs. ·Virtual Assistant Busy Canadian entrepreneurs and small business owners often hire virtual assistants to manage administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry and email management. What you’ll need: Expertise in English for email communication and scheduling. Strong organizational skills. Knowledge of tools like Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. How to get hired: Check out job postings on platforms like Job Bank Canada and remote job boards like We Work Remotely. ·Social Media Manager Businesses rely on social media managers to grow their online presence, and remote hiring for this role has become the norm (常态). What you’ll need; Excellent English writing and communication skills Experience of creating content for platforms like Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. Familiarity with tools like Hootsuite and Canva. How to get hired: Search for roles on Canadian job boards like Remote. co or Workopolis, which frequently feature contract positions. ·IT Support Specialist With the growing need for IT support in businesses of all sizes, Canadian companies often look for remote IT specialists to troubleshoot technical issues. What you’ll need: Fluency in English for guiding clients through troubleshooting steps. Expertise in IT support software and hardware. Problem-solving skills and familiarity with tools like Team Viewer How to get hired: Explore contract IT support roles on Canadian job boards like Job Bank Canada or specialized IT job sites like Technojobs Canada. 1. What is one responsibility for a virtual assistant? A. Dealing with statistics. B. Checking job postings. C. Writing for platforms. D. Solving technical issues. 2. Where can you get information about social media manager? A. On Job Bank Canada. B. On Stack Overflow Jobs. C. On Workopolis. D. On Technojobs Canada. 3. What is a must for the three jobs? A. Frequent business travels. B. Strong organizational skills. C. Holding Canadian nationality. D. A good command of English. B Three round-the-world sailors reached land safely Thursday after sharks nearly sank their boat in the Coral Sea. Both of the inflatable hulls (充气船体) on their 30-foot boat were damaged in several attacks by what were thought to be cookie cutter sharks — a small species not considered dangerous to people. Cookie cutter sharks grow to between 17 inches and 22 inches long and are named for the circular holes that bite in prey (猎物). Photos of the men’s rescue showed major damage to the boat, which nearly sank and a front section of one hull was completely missing. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority guided the rescue of the two Russian and one French sailors after they activated an emergency signal early Wednesday 519 miles southeast of the Queensland state city of Cairns. The three were rescued by a Panama-flagged cargo ship, which landed them at Mooloolaba Harbor on the Sunshine Coast north of the Queensland capital Brisbane on Thursday, the authority said. Footage shot by a rescue helicopter showed the boat bobbing (颠簸) in calm seas as it was approached by the huge cargo ship. Rescued sailor Beryozkin said he suspected the sharks mistook his boat for a whale. He said the crew had prepared for sharks, but not for such numbers. They had used double-layered material to protect the inflatable hulls. “But some of them jumped and bit above the doublelayered material,” he said. Beryozkin, Kovalevsky and Frenchman Garate had left St. Petersburg, Russia, on July 1, and had been sailing from Vanuatu to Cairns when they got into trouble. Joe Zeller, duty manager at the maritime agency’s Canberra response center, said, “The emergency signal absolutely saved their lives. It enabled the Rescue Coordination Center to identify the precise location and tailor the most appropriate and quickest response to rescue them.” 4. What do we know about cookie cutter sharks? A. They often pose threats to man. B. They measure 22 feet in length. C. They severely damaged the hulls. D. They prefer to hunt for food alone. 5. Where did the sailors safely land? A In Brisbane. B. In Panama. C. In St. Petersburg. D. In Cairns. 6. Why did the sharks attack the boat according to Beryozkin? A. The sailors angered them by mistake. B. They regarded the boat as their prey. C. Their habitat was offended by people. D. The smell of the hulls attracted them. 7. What is the text? A. A travel journal. B. A science fiction. C. A research log. D. A news report. C Researchers in Australia are using a robot cow powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the way farmers raise cattle. The robot cow SwagBot can drive by itself and move cows from one field to another based on the condition of the soil and plant life. Researchers at the University of Sydney in Australia said SwagBot is becoming the world’s first “smart cow”. They believe it can make cattle farming more efficient and put less pressure on the environment. Swagbot was first launched in 2016, when it could only move around fields where cattle graze (吃草). Over time, scientists have added sensors and AI systems to the robot. These systems help SwagBot to judge the health, type, and thickness of grasses and plants in fields and to observe the health of the cattle. The robot uses this information to move cattle to the best areas for grazing. The goal is to move cattle to a new grazing area before they have damaged the grass in a particular field. This can prevent damage to the soil. The robot can also send the information back to farmers. Salah Sukkarieh is a professor of robotics and intelligent systems at the University of Sydney. His team made SwagBot. He said that once cattle feel at ease near the robot, they follow it around. Australia is one of the world’s biggest exporters of beef. It has around 30 million cattle spread across large areas that are often dry. As a result, some pastures (牧场) are of low quality and do not have a lot of grass. Overgrazing can lead to poor soil that supports less plant and animal life. SwagBot is still in development. It is part of a growing movement in agriculture towards robotics. Farming experts hope robots can make production more efficient. Robots could also reduce the need for workers in places, like Australia, where finding workers in areas with a low population can be difficult. 8. How does the robot benefit the environment? A. It improves the condition of the soil. B. It evaluates the health of grasses. C. It moves the cows to different places. D. It prevents the cattle overgrazing. 9. What can be inferred about Swagbot? A. It has just been put on the market. B. It has been developed for a decade. C. It can attract the cattle to follow it. D. It forces the cattle to a new pasture. 10. What’s the author’s attitude towards Swagbot? A. Cautious. B. Optimistic. C. Negative. D. Objective. 11. What is a suitable title for the text? A. Costs of Farming Decline in Australia B. Robot Leads Cattle to Greener Fields C. The World’s Best Smart Cow Is Born D. Australia Faces a Shortage of Pasture D Recent research suggests that Saturn’s rings (土星环) may be older than they look — and possibly as old as the planet itself. Instead of being 400 million years old as some had thought, the icy rings could be the same age as Saturn:4.5 billion years old. A Japanese-led research team reported Saturn’s rings may be in good condition not because they are young but because they are dirt-resistant. For many years, scientists had believed that Saturn’s rings were between 100 million and 400million years old. This idea came from more than 10 years of observations by NASA’s Cassini spacecraft, which studied Saturn before its mission ended in 2017. Images by Cassini showed no evidence of any darkening of the rings by impacts from micrometeoroids — space rock particles (微粒) smaller than a grain of sand. The finding led scientists to believe the rings formed long after the planet. Through computer modeling, the Institute of Science Tokyo’s Ryuki Hyodo and his team showed that micrometeoroids become gas or small liquid drops once they hit the rings. As a result, little of any dark or dirty substances remain. Researchers found that the resulting charged particles are forced toward Saturn or out into space, keeping the rings clean. The findings challenge the idea that the rings are much younger than the planet. The resulting research appeared in the scientific publication Nature Geoscience. Hyodo said it is possible Saturn’s rings could be somewhere between the two extreme ages. For example, the rings could be around the halfway mark of 2.3 billion years old. However, the solar system was in a chaotic state during its early years. Large planetary-sized objects were moving around and affecting each other a lot at that time. It was just the sort of situation that might have produced Saturn’s rings. 12. Why may Saturn’s rings be in good condition? A. Because they are made of ice. B. Because they are dirt-proof. C. Because they have a short history. D. Because they are covered by rocks. 13. What have the images by Cassini revealed? A. Micrometeoroids don’t affect Saturn’s rings. B. Saturn’s rings are mainly made up of liquid. C. Planetary-sized objects produced Saturn’s rings. D. Charged particles are forced away from Saturn. 14 What does the underlined word “chaotic” in the last paragraph mean? A. Dangerous. B. Peaceful. C. Messy. D. Stable. 15. What is the main idea of the text? A. Saturn’s rings might be much older than thought. B. NASA’s Cassini spacecraft completed its mission. C. Computer modeling finds out Saturn’s exact age. D. The components of Saturn’s rings are discovered. 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。 Effective Ways to Deal with Negative Emotions Negative emotions are an unavoidable part of the human experience. They can arise in various situations. ____16____, they serve important functions. Understanding how to tackle these feelings is vital for emotional well-being. Breathing exercises for immediate relief ____17____. When faced with overwhelming feelings, you can take a few moments to focus on your breath to help calm your mind and body. Techniques such as deep breathing or the 4-7-8method can reduce feelings of anxiety and promote relaxation. Regular practice of breathing exercises can also contribute to long-term emotional regulation. Mindfulness meditation (冥想) for emotional regulation It is a powerful practice for emotional regulation and managing negative emotions. By focusing on the present moment and observing thoughts and feelings without judgment, individuals can nurse a sense of calm. This practice helps in recognizing negative emotions as they arise, allowing for a more balanced response rather than an impulsive (冲动的) reaction. ____18____. Physical activity to channel emotions Engaging in physical activity is a great way to channel negative emotions and promote mental well-being. Exercise releases endorphins, which are natural mood lifers, helping to ease feelings of sadness and anxiety. ____19____, physical activity provides an outlet for emotional expression. Regular exercise can also improve sleep quality and reduce stress, leading to a more balanced emotional state. ____20____ They can be beneficial in managing negative emotions and fostering a positive mindset. By imagining a peaceful scene or a desired outcome, individuals can shift their focus away from negative feelings. These techniques allow the mind to create a sense of calm and control, which can reduce anxiety and stress, creating a positive mental environment that supports emotional healing. A. Using visualization techniques. B. Strengthening emotional intelligence. C. While they may make us uncomfortable. D. These emotions can arise from various situations. E. Whether it’s going for a run, practicing yoga or even dancing. F. They are an effective way to achieve immediate relief from negative emotions. G. It not only aids in managing emotions but also promotes overall mental well-being. 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。 When Lydia and Andy first moved into their new apartment, the sound of music caught their attention. After a careful ____21____, it was clear that a neighbor was the source of the sound. Curious, they ____22____ themselves. It turned out, their then 97-year-old neighbor, Derek, loved to play the piano. However, his hearing aids weren’t set ____23____, which made his hearing difficult. Luckily, Lydia and Andy helped ____24____ his hearing aids. As for Derek, this ____25____ alone meant the world. The more the couple got to know about Derek’s talent, the more they ____26____ him. Then the three became close friends, ____27____ a “dinner and show” every month. And with Derek’s ____28____, the couple posted on social media to share his ____29____ for music with folks. Years ago, Derek joined the British Navy as a pilot, so he had to ____30____ music. The only time he took piano lessons was when he was a child. But as an adult, Derek eventually ____31____ that he has quite a natural talent. This was proven in his ability to ____32____ just about any sheet of music from memory. Now, Derek ____33____ to play the piano which accompanied him for years. “We want to live next to Derek and enjoy his ____34____ as long as we can,” Lydia shares. “He’s extremely ____35____ about music and says it has kept him alive.” 21. A. design B. plan C. check D. preparation 22. A. questioned B. supported C. pushed D. introduced 23. A. properly B. safely C. directly D. formally 24. A. charge B. adjust C. remove D. clean 25. A. accident B. praise C. lesson D. gesture 26. A. believed B. forgave C. admired D. offered 27. A. sharing B. ordering C. watching D. receiving 28. A. comment B. permission C. guidance D. promise 29. A. talent B. respect C. taste D. choice 30. A. give in to B. make use of C. keep up with D. move on from 31. A. predicted B. realized C. reported D. expected 32. A. sing B. conduct C. perform D. comment 33. A. continues B. dreams C. regrets D. fears 34. A. influence B. company C. success D. service 35. A. worried B. curious C. anxious D. enthusiastic 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。 The Chinese character for “future” is selected as the CJK Spirit Word of the Year 2025. “Future” reflects the determination of the people of China, Japan, and South Korea ____36____ (build) closer ties in the future. “Future” not only represents the time, but symbolizes innovation, cooperation, and ____37____ (grow). This word reminds us ____38____ while we may face challenges today, our shared future holds enormous potential. With the growing exchanges between young people, the concept of “future” has become ____39____ (particular) important. China, Japan, and South Korea face one another across mountains and seas. The cultures are similar with a long history of exchanges. Given our shared interests, it ____40____ (believe) that people will overcome challenges and move toward a better future. The Annual Chinese Characters of 2023 and 2024 were “harmony” and “exchange”. Among the candidates this year, “future” received 3,136 votes, the ____41____ (high) number, making it the winner. “Friendly” and “understand” ranked second and third ____42____ 3,017 votes and 2,939 votes each. ____43____ (vote) for the selection took place from November 1 to December 1 with citizens of the three countries casting their votes on the official event website. ____44____ total of 15.299 netizens (网民) from these three countries participated, marking a 52 percent increase ______45______ (compare) to that of the previous year. 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，你校刚刚举办了五四青年节主题音乐会，请给你的英国好友Chris写一封邮件，要点如下： 1.活动介绍； 2.回看方法。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80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。 Jake just moved into a small house alone. Since he moved in, he had no one to see and nobody would come to visit. One Friday morning, he got up unwillingly and stepped out to get his morning paper. While reading the paper, he asked himself over and over: Why did I move here from the countryside and leave all friends behind? This small house had no decorations and it needed painting badly. Outside were dried up flower beds, mostly weeds now. Worst of all, that ugly broken-down billboard (广告牌) stood so near the house. The previous owner said the house price included that billboard, but Jake didn’t know what he could do with it. Then a knock on the door surprised him. Opening it, he saw a little boy. “Hi, Mister. Do you own the billboard there?” the boy asked politely, pointing at the billboard. Jake hesitated. “Well, yes, I guess I do.” “Can I rent it all day this Sunday?” “All day Sunday?” inquired Jake, who felt confused, “What on earth for?” “My Mom is coming home from the hospital this Sunday morning. My brother has saved enough money from his part-time job to buy Mom flowers. I’m only 8. But I collected cans and bottles and got $2.75. If I can rent your billboard, I’ll give you all my money. Then I can put a sign on it saying. ‘Welcome home, Mom.’ Her bed faces the window... She could see it.” “Your mother will think that’s lovely,” replied Jake. “How about giving me one dollar to rent it?” Jake didn’t want the boy’s money, but he knew how important it was to make the boy feel he was doing something by himself. “You can use the rest to buy a marker, in a happy color.” The boy’s face lit up. “Thanks, Mister. I’ll be back tomorrow morning... I have to go to school now.” Jake called out after the boy, “What’s your name?” “Pete, Pete Murtso.” 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。 Jake rose early Saturday morning and found Pete waiting by the billboard. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ “The sign looks super!” shouted Pete. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$