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南昌中学2024-2025学年度下学期5月考试 高二英语试卷 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。 1. What will the speakers probably do next? A. Cook at home. B. Explore a street. C. Eat out. 2. Which desk is the man going to buy? A. The one with two drawers. B. The one with three drawers. C. The one with two pen holders. 3. How does the woman describe her move? A. Stressful. B. Smooth. C. Unexpected. 4. Where are the speakers? A. In a bank. B. In a bookstore. C. In a post office. 5. What are the speakers discussing? A. A course. B. An instrument. C. A sport. 第二节（共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有几个小题，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。每段对话读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. How does the woman sound at first? A. Amused. B. Relieved. C. Surprised. 7 What is Emily like according to the woman? A. She is reliable. B. She is playful. C. She is troublesome. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a repair shop. B. In a car rental company. C. In an insurance company. 9. What does the woman decide to do? A. Give up the repairs. B. Borrow a car. C. Take out insurance. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why will Helen be away from town? A. To attend a wedding. B. To meet Angela Ferrero. C. To watch a concert. 11. When will the speakers see the performance? A. On June 18th. B. On June 25th. C. On July 2nd. 12. What does Helen want to do? A. Purchase tickets immediately. B. Invite co-workers to join her. C. Check her work emails. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. Why did Eason work as a living statue performer? A. To fulfill his dream. B. To satisfy his curiosity. C. To make some money. 14. What did Eason do for the World Championships? A. He practiced several body movements. B. He designed a realistic stone appearance. C. He studied previous championship performances. 15. What does Eason cherish most about his job? A. The praise from judges. B. The interaction with audience. C. The achievement in competitions. 16. What is the key to being a good living statue according to Eason? A. Physical strength. B. Creative ideas. C. Attractive appearance. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What can we learn about the library? A. It will close down one year later. B. It is open during public holidays. C. It typically operates 10 hours a day. 18. How much does a copy cost library users without a copier card? A. 10 cents. B. 20 cents. C. 60 cents. 19. Where should history enthusiasts go? A. The first floor. B. The second floor. C. The third floor. 20. What is said about the computer use in the library? A. It has no time limit. B. It requires registration. C. It is free only for first-time users. 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A For the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibition the Musée d’Orsay, which houses the world’s largest collection of this current, is offering a major retrospective (回顾展) of this artistic trend with Paris 1874: Inventing Impressionism from March 26 to July 14. 150 years ago, on April 15, 1874, in a luxurious photographer Nadar’s studio in northern Paris, Berthe Morisot, Edouard Degas and Claude Monet came together as a cooperative limited company to open the first Impressionist exhibition, a movement that would forever change the course of art history. The retrospective will take visitors on a virtual tour to the very moment 150 years ago. During the 40-minute immersive (沉浸的) tour, visitors will spend a virtual evening with the famous impressionists and travel by steam train to Bougival, west of Paris, where many of them worked. Visitors will then tour the main exhibition, which opens into a gallery with Renoir’s La Parisienne and La Danseuse that featured in the 1874 exhibition, and other impressionist paintings, drawings and sculptures. “The immersive experience is unique and innovative. You can go into this exhibition and relive the evening with the artists and discover the origin of this movement. We want to recreate the emotion for visitors of the 1874 exhibition.” said Abastado, director of digital development at the Musée d’Orsay. Guidelines: * The experience is suitable for children of 11 y/o and above; children under 8 y/o are prohibited. * We remind you that, in view of the technology used, virtual reality experiences are not recommended for people with balance or vision disorders. * Walkers and motorized wheelchairs are not permitted in the space, but manual wheelchairs are accepted. 1. What’s the retrospective mainly aimed at? A. Protecting cultural diversity. B. Fueling people’s love for art. C. Showing honor to late artists. D. Marking the birth of a movement. 2. What can be experienced during the virtual tour? A. Painting a picture on the spot. B. Driving a steam train in person. C. Meeting famous impressionists. D. Staying overnight in the gallery. 3. Who is the most suitable to visit the exhibition? A. An eight-year-old boy. B. An adult with a walker. C. A visually-challenged girl. D. A teenager in a manual wheelchair. 【答案】1. D 2. C 3. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文，主要介绍了Musée d’Orsay为了纪念第一次印象派展览150周年，举办了一场名为“Paris 1874: Inventing Impressionism”的回顾展。文章主要描述了展览的内容、形式以及参观指南。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“150 years ago, on April 15, 1874, in a luxurious photographer Nadar’s studio in northern Paris, Berthe Morisot, Edouard Degas and Claude Monet came together as a cooperative limited company to open the first Impressionist exhibition, a movement that would forever change the course of art history.”（150年前，1874年4月15日，贝尔特·莫里索、爱德华·德加和克劳德·莫奈在巴黎北部豪华的纳达尔摄影工作室联合开设了第一次印象派展览，这个运动永远改变了艺术历史的进程。）和第三段“The retrospective will take visitors on a virtual tour to the very moment 150 years ago.”（这次回顾展将带领参观者进行一次虚拟之旅，回到150年前的那个时刻。）可知，这次回顾展的主要目的是纪念印象派运动的诞生，故选D。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“During the 40-minute immersive (沉浸的) tour, visitors will spend a virtual evening with the famous impressionists”（在这40分钟的沉浸式旅行中，游客将与著名的印象派画家共度一个虚拟的夜晚。）可知，参观者在虚拟旅行中可以体验到与著名的印象派画家相见，故选C。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“Walkers and motorized wheelchairs are not permitted in the space, but manual wheelchairs are accepted.”（步行者和电动轮椅在这个空间内是不被允许的，但是手动轮椅是可以接受的。）可知，适合参观这个展览的人是使用手动轮椅的人，故选D。 B Sandesh Kadur, a National Geographic Explorer, has spent 25 years documenting rare wildlife, transforming his childhood passion into a mission to protect Earth’s fragile ecosystems. When he was young, Kadur was fascinated by Jim Corbett’s tales of big cats. Inspired, he once cycled into the jungle with a friend to observe big cats at a watering hole. At night, they really saw a big cat. Bathed in moonlight, he realized his life’s goal: to capture and share nature’s wonders. At 12, he borrowed his father’s camera — a “magic box” that froze time. His father, an entomologist(昆虫学家), got him looking at the small things. So he began intentionally focusing his lens on small insects, trying to understand what he was looking at. He would develop the camera film weeks later, annotating(注释)the settings and reattempting the shots. As he grew older, his love for nature, however, conflicted with academics. Failing high school, he moved to Brownsville, Texas to study hotel management — a choice that unexpectedly refueled his love for storytelling. In Brownsville, Kadur explored Mexico’s cloud forests and landed a job as a jungle tour guide. There, he met filmmaker John Bax, who introduced him to documentary work. When they embarked on a documentary project together, Bax withdrew from it. Kadur, then 19 and untrained in film, pursued the project on his own. He spent three years filming India’s Western Ghats, capturing species like the “smoke cat” for the first time. His debut film, Sahyadris: Mountains of the Monsoon, brought the Western Ghats’ biodiversity into attention, aiding its 2012 UNESCO World Heritage status. Through visual storytelling, Kadur offers his audiences glimpses into a rarely-seen natural world, urging them to protect its delicate inhabitants. “Visual art has conveyed stories for millennia. Now we’re doing that with technology, and it will continue to advance.” said Kadur, “I think the impact of storytelling can last a lifetime. It can last generations.” 4. What led Kadur into nature? A. Fever for big cats. B. Love for adventure. C. Curiosity about filming. D. Fascination with Jim’s tales. 5. What was his father’s influence on him? A. Teaching him photography skills. B. Introducing him to documentary work. C. Helping him regain love for storytelling. D. Arousing his curiosity about scientific details. 6. What is Kadur’s opinion about visual storytelling? A. It well entertains audiences. B. It serves as a bridge for nature. C. Its value lies in expression skills. D. Its impact depends on technology. 7. Which of the following words can best describe Kadur? A. Passionate and dedicated. B. Talented and ambitious. C. Independent and committed. D. Responsible and generous. 【答案】4. D 5. D 6. B 7. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。本文讲述了《国家地理》探险家Sandesh Kadur用25年时间记录珍稀野生动物，将童年的热爱转化为保护地球脆弱生态系统的使命的故事。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“When he was young, Kadur was fascinated by Jim Corbett’s tales of big cats. Inspired, he once cycled into the jungle with a friend to observe big cats at a watering hole. At night, they really saw a big cat. Bathed in moonlight, he realized his life’s goal: to capture and share nature’s wonders.(小时候，Kadur就被吉姆·科贝特关于大型猫科动物的故事所吸引。受此启发，他曾和一位朋友骑自行车进入丛林，在水潭边观察大型猫科动物。晚上，他们真的看到了一只大猫。沐浴在月光下，他意识到自己的人生目标：捕捉并分享大自然的奇观)”可知，是吉姆的故事让Kadur投身于大自然。故选D。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“At 12, he borrowed his father’s camera — a “magic box” that froze time. His father, an entomologist (昆虫学家), got him looking at the small things. So he began intentionally focusing his lens on small insects, trying to understand what he was looking at.(12岁时，他借用了父亲的相机——一个能定格时间的“魔盒”。他的父亲是一位昆虫学家，让他开始关注小事物。于是，他开始有意识地将镜头对准小昆虫，试图理解他所看到的东西)”可知，Kadur的父亲是昆虫学家，父亲让Kadur开始关注小事物，这激发了他对科学细节的好奇心。故选D。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Through visual storytelling, Kadur offers his audiences glimpses into a rarely-seen natural world, urging them to protect its delicate inhabitants.(通过视觉讲故事，Kadur让观众一窥鲜为人知的自然世界，敦促他们保护其中脆弱的生物)”可知，Kadur认为视觉讲故事是大自然与人类之间的桥梁。故选B。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Sandesh Kadur, a National Geographic Explorer, has spent 25 years documenting rare wildlife, transforming his childhood passion into a mission to protect Earth’s fragile ecosystems.(《国家地理》探险家Sandesh Kadur用25年时间记录珍稀野生动物，将童年的热爱转化为保护地球脆弱生态系统的使命)”和第四段中“Kadur, then 19 and untrained in film, pursued the project on his own. He spent three years filming India’s Western Ghats, capturing species like the ‘smoke cat’ for the first time. His debut film, Sahyadris: Mountains of the Monsoon, brought the Western Ghats’ biodiversity into attention, aiding its 2012 UNESCO World Heritage status.(当时19岁且没有接受过电影方面专业训练的卡杜尔独自推进了这个项目。他花了三年时间拍摄印度的西高止山脉，首次捕捉到了像“云猫”这样的物种。他的首部电影《西高止山：季风之山》让人们关注到了西高止山脉的生物多样性，助力其在2012年获得了联合国教科文组织世界遗产的地位)”可知，Kadur是一个充满热情和专注的人。故选A。 C At one time, our growing population was seen as central to wildlife extinction, resource exhaustion, pollution and environmental destruction. But today, our concerns shift to declining birth rates due to increased reproductive choice for women. This is a positive development, but is often described as a “crisis” in the media, highlighting economic and senior care challenges. Lost in the conversation are the many positive aspects of an aging society, which is the result of people living healthier and longer lives, and common-sense realities like reduced needs for infrastructure (基础设施) and lower ecological impacts. Also lost is the fact that our population still grows by 80 million people every year. And the consequences of high birth rates are severe. Among them is global warming. In fact, increased emissions (排放) from population growth have canceled more than three quarters of the emissions saved through energy efficiency and renewables over the past three decades. Yet, no matter how well documented the link between population and climate, lowering our population is notably absent from the conversation on solutions. Instead, the focus is on technology that will supposedly allow our entire growing population to enjoy the energy-intensive lifestyles now enjoyed by the rich, and with no climate impacts. But “green” technology is not the solution it is advertised to be. Its expansion to the degree needed to power a growing population at a decent standard of living would itself require a shocking investment in fossil (化石) fuels. It also requires massive mining operations, many of which take place on the backs of low-wage workers in Africa where it is driving destruction of rainforests critical to the survival of great apes. Besides, it requires 10 times the land area as fossil fuel plants for the same amount of energy generated. When global warming threatens to push billions into unsafe temperatures, it is no time to panic that we are adding fewer to those billions. In fact, declining birth rates should be cause for celebration as they signify advances in gender equality and a reduced burden on Earth. 8. What can we learn from paragraph 2? A. The global population is decreasing every year. B. The benefits of an aging society are overlooked. C. The ecological environment is turning for the better. D. The media make up misleading news about the population. 9. What is highlighted as a disadvantage of high birth rates? A. Reduced infrastructure needs. B. Challenges in senior care services. C. A slowdown in economic growth. D. Increased greenhouse gas emissions. 10. Why is “green” technology questioned in the text? A. It does damage to the ecosystem. B. It is not popular around the world. C. It is unaffordable for poor regions. D. It has little effect on reducing pollution. 11. Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. Aging Societies: A Global Crisis B. The Mystery of “Green” Technology C. The Trend of Population Growth D. Declining Birth Rates: A Hopeful Sign 【答案】8. B 9. D 10. A 11. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是人口高出生率的危害以及出生率降低带来的积极影响。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中的“This is a positive development, but is often described as a “crisis” in the media, highlighting economic and senior care challenges.(这是一个积极的发展，但媒体经常将其描述为“危机”，强调经济和老年人护理方面的挑战。)”以及下文中介绍的人口老龄化带来的积极影响被人们忽略的事实可知，在第二段我们了解到的是老龄化社会的好处被人们忽略。故选B项。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“And the consequences of high birth rates are severe. Among them is global warming.(高出生率的后果是严重的。其中之一就是全球变暖。)”以及下文中介绍的高出生率导致排放量增加的情况可知，高出来率的缺点是造成温室气体排放增加。故选D项。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据第五段中的“Its expansion to the degree needed to power a growing population at a decent standard of living would itself require a shocking investment in fossil (化石) fuels. It also requires massive mining operations, many of which take place on the backs of low-wage workers in Africa where it is driving destruction of rainforests critical to the survival of great apes.(它的扩张要达到为不断增长的人口提供体面生活所需的程度，本身就需要对化石燃料(化石)进行惊人的投资。它还需要大规模的采矿作业，其中许多是在非洲的低工资工人的支持下进行的，这正在破坏对类人猿生存至关重要的热带雨林。)”可知，“绿色”技术的扩张需要对化石燃料进行大量投资，大规模的采矿作业，破坏了对类人猿生存至关重要的热带雨林，由此可知，“绿色”技术被质疑的原因是它破坏了生态环境。故选A项。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。根据全文内容及最后一段中“In fact, declining birth rates should be cause for celebration as they signify advances in gender equality and a reduced burden on Earth.(事实上，出生率下降应该是值得庆祝的，因为它们标志着性别平等的进步和地球负担的减轻)”可知，本文主要讨论了出生率下降的积极意义，所以D选项“出生率下降：一个充满希望的迹象”概括全文主题，适合作为最佳标题。故选D项。 D Amid mounting global plastic pollution — a crisis worsened by 400 million tons of annual waste, 46% of which are single-use PET plastics — researchers have engineered PETase Plus, a bioengineered enzyme (酶) capable of degrading PET polymers (聚合物) 90% faster than natural enzymes. Published in Nature Biotechnology, this breakthrough, achieved through multinational cooperation, could redefine waste management by transforming non-recyclable plastics into reusable raw materials. Yet, its significance extends far beyond laboratories, sparking heated debates among scientists, policymakers, and environmentalists. Unlike conventional recycling, which demands energy-intensive processes (exceeding 250℃) to melt plastics and produces useless materials, PETase Plus operates under mild conditions. By degrading PET’s molecular bonds, it breaks down plastics into base components that can be re-integrated into high-quality products or even biofuels. According to Dr. Liam Harper, lead author of the study, “This method cuts energy consumption by 60% and carbon emissions by 80%, offering industries a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods.” However, critics caution against unchecked optimism. While PETase Plus excels in controlled lab environments, applying it for industrial or environmental use risks unintended ecological harm. Dr. Emily Carter, a biochemist, warns, “Engineered enzymes released into landfills or oceans might also degrade natural polymers, destabilizing soil structures or marine ecosystems. Without proper restrictions, the solution to plastic waste could become an ecological disaster.” Ethical conflicts further complicate its adoption. Environmental advocates insist plastic manufacturers — responsible for 70% of global PET production — should fund large-scale application of the technology. However, industry leaders argue that governments must provide financial support to encourage innovation. Meanwhile, developing nations, where waste management system is underdeveloped, view PETase Plus as a potential lifeline, though fears spread that wealthy countries might not share the technology. As research advances, PETase Plus is facing a challenge: a scientific success shadowed by ethical and ecological dilemmas. Its success relies not merely on biochemical efficiency but on multi-party cooperation to balance innovation with caring for our planet. 12. According to paragraph 2, what is one advantage of PETase Plus over traditional recycling methods? A. It produces biofuels straight from plastic waste. B. It functions effectively at relatively low temperatures. C. It removes the need for industrial funding. D. It reduces the cost by 60%. 13. What concern do critics emphasize about PETase Plus? A. Its funding resource is still not clear. B. It may disturb natural ecosystems. C. It requires expensive lab equipment. D. Its mechanism is not yet understood. 14. Why does the author quote Dr. Emily Carter? A. To stress the necessity for ecological regulations. B. To question the enzyme’s degradation efficiency. C. To advocate for industry-led innovation. D. To highlight the technical limitations of PETase Plus. 15. What can be a possible result of the future application of PETase Plus? A. Developing nations will reject the technology due to high costs. B. Ethical conflicts might prevent its widespread application. C. Governments will cease funding traditional recycling. D. Ecological risks will be removed. 【答案】12. B 13. B 14. A 15. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。在全球塑料污染日益严重的情况下，研究人员设计出了一种生物工程酶——PETase Plus，它能比天然酶降解PET聚合物快90%。文章对这项新技术进行了详细介绍。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段第一句“Unlike conventional recycling, which demands energy-intensive processes (exceeding 250℃) to melt plastics and produces useless materials, PETase Plus operates under mild conditions.(传统的回收需要能源密集型过程（超过250℃）来熔化塑料并产生无用的材料，而PETase Plus在温和的条件下运行。)”和“According to Dr. Liam Harper, lead author of the study, “This method cuts energy consumption by 60% and carbon emissions by 80%, offering industries a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods.”(该研究的主要作者利亚姆·哈珀博士说：“这种方法可以减少60%的能源消耗和80%的碳排放，为工业提供了一种具有成本效益和环保的传统方法替代方案。”)”可知，PETase Plus相对于传统回收方法的一个优势是它在相对较低的温度下有效地发挥作用。故选B。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段前两句“However, critics caution against unchecked optimism. While PETase Plus excels in controlled lab environments, applying it for industrial or environmental use risks unintended ecological harm.(然而，批评人士警告不要盲目乐观。虽然PETase Plus在受控的实验室环境中表现出色，但将其应用于工业或环境使用可能会带来意想不到的生态危害。)”可知，批评人士对PETase Plus强调了它可能会扰乱自然生态系统的担忧。故选B。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段最后一句中的“Without proper restrictions, the solution to plastic waste could become an ecological disaster.(如果没有适当的限制，塑料垃圾的解决方案可能会成为一场生态灾难。)”可知，作者引用艾米丽·卡特医生的话是为了强调生态规制的必要性。故选A。 【15题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒第二段第一句“Ethical conflicts further complicate its adoption.(伦理冲突进一步使其采用复杂化。)”可知，未来应用PETase Plus可能会面临伦理冲突阻止它的广泛应用的结果。故选B。 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 根据短文内容，从短文后选项中选出能够填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 The relationship between sports and arts is evident. There are many striking similarities between them. As an art enthusiast, I notice people’ s narrow view of creativity — limiting arts to mere drawing is unreasonable. Arts go beyond this, requiring skill and imagination to express ideas. ___16___. Indoor games like chess engage the body and the mind. Arts and sports are, therefore, birds of a feather, and they ought to flock (聚集) together. The following is something that you may want to know. ___17___. Athletes’ discipline enhances artistic effectiveness— few would run 90 minutes for fun, yet passion drives such commitment. This determined spirit mirrors artistic mastery. Just as athletes push their limits to achieve peak performance, artists can channel the same drive into refining their techniques and expanding their creative horizons. The competitive nature of sports fosters a sense of resilience (韧性). Artists who engage in sports learn to deal with failure and setbacks, enabling them to approach their craft with a more determined and positive mindset. ___18___. Participating in team sports also teaches valuable lessons in cooperation and communication. ___19___, such as theater performances or gallery showcases. Such skills connect personal creativity with teamwork. They balance ideas and roles, allowing each artist to express their style. The dedication and passion developed through sports can significantly enhance artistic abilities. ___20___. And that leads to the growth of a more well-rounded and accomplished artist. A. Similarly, sports aren’t just field events B. Sports enhance passion for always fighting for the best C. Sports improve artistic technique through physical strength D. Arts and focus always go hand in hand— the same for sports E. The commitment to excellence in one area naturally impacts the other F. These are very critical for artists frequently involved in group projects G. It helps them stay focused, adapt to challenges and improve their work 【答案】16. A 17. B 18. G 19. F 20. E 【解析】 【导语】本文为说明文。文章主要讲述了体育与艺术之间的关系有助于培养韧性、创造力和成长，最终提升艺术能力，促进艺术家的全面发展。 【16题详解】 根据上文“The relationship between sports and arts is evident. There are many striking similarities between them. As an art enthusiast, I notice people’ s narrow view of creativity — limiting arts to mere drawing is unreasonable. Arts go beyond this, requiring skill and imagination to express ideas.(体育和艺术之间的关系是显而易见的。他们之间有许多惊人的相似之处。作为一个艺术爱好者，我注意到人们对创造力的狭隘看法——把艺术仅仅局限于绘画是不合理的。艺术超越了这一点，它需要技巧和想象力来表达思想)”可知，此处提到艺术需要技艺和想象力去表达想法，并非仅限于绘画，而下文“Indoor games like chess engage the body and the mind.(像国际象棋这样的室内运动既能锻炼身体又能锻炼大脑)”则开始为体育举例，所以空处应是过渡句，A项“Similarly, sports aren’t just field events(同样，体育运动也不仅仅是田径项目)”承接前文，并引出下文。故选A项。 【17题详解】 设空位于段首，为本段中心句，根据后文“Athletes’ discipline enhances artistic effectiveness — few would run 90 minutes for fun, yet passion drives such commitment. This determined spirit mirrors artistic mastery. Just as athletes push their limits to achieve peak performance, artists can channel the same drive into refining their techniques and expanding their creative horizons.(动员的纪律提高了艺术效果——很少有人会为了好玩而跑90分钟，但激情驱使着这种投入。这种坚定的精神反映了艺术的高超。就像运动员突破自己的极限以达到最佳表现一样，艺术家也可以将同样的动力用于改进他们的技术和扩大他们的创作视野)”可知，本段主要讲述了激情驱使着运动员追求卓越，所以B项“Sports enhance passion for always fighting for the best(体育运动增强了人们追求最佳状态的激情)”符合本段主题，为本段中心句。故选B项。 18题详解】 设空位于段尾，是对前文的总结，根据前文“The competitive nature of sports fosters a sense of resilience (韧性). Artists who engage in sports learn to deal with failure and setbacks, enabling them to approach their craft with a more determined and positive mindset.(体育运动的竞争性培养了一种适应力。从事体育运动的艺术家学会处理失败和挫折，使他们能够以更坚定和积极的心态接近他们的工艺)”可知，体育运动的竞争性有许多优势，G项“It helps them stay focused, adapt to challenges and improve their work(这有助于他们保持专注，适应挑战并改进他们的工作)”是对前文的总结，其中“It”指代前文“a more determined and positive mindset”，符合文意。故选G项。 【19题详解】 根据前文“Participating in team sports also teaches valuable lessons in cooperation and communication.(参加团队运动也教会了合作和沟通的宝贵经验)”可知，本段主要讲述参加团队运动可以提高艺术家的合作和沟通的能力，所以F项“These are very critical for artists frequently involved in group projects(这些对于经常参与团体项目的艺术家来说是非常重要的)”符合本段主题，强调其重要性，后文“such as theater performances or gallery showcases.(比如戏剧表演或画廊展示)”是对此的举例，符合文意。故选F项。 【20题详解】 根据上文的“The dedication and passion developed through sports can significantly enhance artistic abilities.(通过运动培养的奉献精神和激情可以显著提高艺术能力)”可知，通过运动培养的奉献精神和激情可以显著提高艺术能力，这里在说运动对艺术的影响，选项 E“The commitment to excellence in one area naturally impacts the other(在一个领域追求卓越的投入自然会影响到另一个领域)”进一步说明了这种相互影响的关系，承接上文。故选E项。 第三部分：英语知识运用（共两节；满分30分） 第一节 完型填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意。然后从各题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 Over the course of three years, I kept myself so busy to maintain a balance between my business and personal ___21___. But the busier I got, the less I seemed to achieve. Then the tiredness and brain fog set in, but I just worked harder, regardless of feeling emotionally and physically ___22___. My body ached, my head pounded, and I was losing strength. When I visited the doctor, Dr. Joy, the first thing she asked was “___23___ is your stress level?” I shrugged. “Same as usual.” A series of tests and bloodwork ___24___ I had Graves’ disease—a disease in the immune system. “This doesn’t seem ___25___. I’ve worked so hard on my health.” She smiled ___26___ and comforted. “It’s OK. We’ll get it figured out.” I surfed the Internet and learned that the ___27___ is usually triggered and worsened by stress. How is your stress level? I asked myself. That question resurfaced when I ___28___ into an old friend Cindy. After ___29___ hellos, she said, “You’ve got quite a busy life.” I smiled. “I have to admit, some of those projects are starting to get too ___30___.” “So, put something down. ”For the next week, I re-read articles explaining that stress management played a part in ___31___ Graves’ disease. I made a list of everything I was busy with and started using a highlighter to ___32___ time for the simple joys, like long hikes and visiting my favorite bookstores. My calendar is still full now, but I’m not feeling breathless under the ___33___. Perhaps this disease wasn’t triggered by stress. Maybe it was. Either way, the diagnosis has helped me ___34___ my life. Dr. Joy was right. We’re getting it ___35___. 21. A. development B. belongings C. desire D. fitness 22. A. relaxed B. frustrated C. satisfied D. exhausted 23. A. What B. How C. Where D. Which 24. A. predicted B. indicated C. guaranteed D. recognized 25 A. proper B. risky C. sensible D. important 26. A. bitterly B. pleasantly C. encouragingly D. hesitantly 27. A. disturbance B. dilemma C. depression D. disease 28. A. knocked B. looked C. broke D. burst 29. A. exchanging B. leaving C. conveying D. acknowledging 30. A. stressful B. boring C. available D. different 31. A. preventing B. evaluating C. controlling D. monitoring 32. A. make up B. take down C. set aside D. break away 33. A. load B. process C. guidance D. way 34. A. restrict B. reclaim C. remain D. repeat 35. A. come up B. figured out C. slowed down D. kept on 【答案】21 D 22. D 23. B 24. B 25. C 26. C 27. D 28. A 29. A 30. A 31. C 32. C 33. A 34. B 35. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述作者因长期过度工作导致健康问题，被诊断为毒性弥漫性甲状腺肿后，通过调整生活方式重新找回平衡的故事。 【21题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在三年的时间里，我一直忙于在事业和个人健康之间保持平衡。A. development发展；B. belongings财产；C. desire欲望；D. fitness健康。根据下文“physically”以及“My body ached, my head pounded, and I was losing strength.”可推知，后文提及健康问题，故此处应指“身体健康”。故选D。 【22题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：然后，疲惫和脑雾袭来，但我只是更加努力地工作，无论在情感上还是身体上都感到疲惫。A. relaxed放松的；B. frustrated沮丧的；C. satisfied满足的；D. exhausted精疲力竭的。根据上文“the tiredness and brain fog set in”可推知，此处指作者身体和心理都极度疲惫。故选D。 【23题详解】 考查疑问词词义辨析。句意：当我去看Joy医生时，她问的第一件事是“你的压力水平怎么样？”A. What什么；B. How如何；C. Where哪里；D. Which哪个。根据上文“Dr. Joy, the first thing she asked”以及下文“your stress level”可推知，此处指医生询问作者压力水平如何。故选B。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：一系列测试和血液检查表明我患有毒性弥漫性甲状腺肿，这是一种免疫系统疾病。A. predicted预测；B. indicated表明；C. guaranteed保证；D. recognized识别。根据上文“A series of tests and bloodwork”以及下文“I had Graves’ disease”可推知，此处指检查表明作者患病。故选B。 【25题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这似乎不太合理。A. proper适当的；B. risky冒险的；C. sensible明智的，合乎情理的；D. important重要的。根据下文“I’ve worked so hard on my health.”可推知，此处指作者觉得自己注重健康，得病是不合理的。故选C。 【26题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：她鼓励地笑着安慰道。A. bitterly痛苦地；B. pleasantly愉快地；C. encouragingly鼓励地；D. hesitantly犹豫地。根据下文“It’s OK. We’ll get it figured out.”可推知，此处指医生鼓励的微笑安慰作者。故选C。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我上网冲浪，了解到这种疾病通常是由压力引发和恶化的。A. disturbance干扰；B. dilemma困境；C. depression抑郁；D. disease疾病。根据上文“I had Graves’ disease”可推知，此处指作者疾病的引发原因。故选D。 【28题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：当我撞见老朋友Cindy时，这个问题又出现了。A. knocked敲门；B. looked看；C. broke打破；D. burst闯入。根据下文“an old friend Cindy”可推知，此处指突然碰见老朋友。 knock into译为“偶然碰见”。故选A。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在互致问候后，她说：“你的生活挺忙碌的。”A. exchanging交换；B. leaving离开；C. conveying传达；D. acknowledging承认。根据下文“hellos, she said, “You’ve got quite a busy life”可推知，此处指两个人之间互相的寒暄问候。故选A。 【30题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：“我必须承认，其中一些项目使我开始变得压力太大。”A. stressful有压力的；B. boring无聊的；C. available可用的；D. different不同的。根据上文“You’ve got quite a busy life.”以及下文“put something down”可推知，此处指作者因为工作压力过大。故选A。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在接下来的一周里，我重新阅读了解释压力管理在控制毒性弥漫性甲状腺肿方面发挥作用的文章。A. preventing预防；B. evaluating评估；C. controlling控制；D. monitoring监控。根据上文“stress management played a part in”以及下文“Graves’ disease”结合语境可推知，此处指压力管理帮助控制疾病。故选C。 【32题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：我列出了我正在忙的所有事情，并开始用荧光笔留出时间来享受简单的快乐，比如长途徒步旅行和参观我最喜欢的书店。A. make up弥补；B. take down记下；C. set aside留出；D. break away脱离。根据下文“time for the simple joys, like long hikes and visiting my favorite bookstores”可推知，此处指作者为自己的爱好留出了时间。故选C。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我的日程表现在仍然排满了，但我在负担下并没有感到窒息。A. load负担；B. process过程；C. guidance指导；D. way方式。结合语境，根据上文“My calendar is still full now, but I’m not feeling breathless under the”可推知，此处指作者虽然用爱好排满了日程，但是没有了压力，不会感到窒息。故选A。 【34题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：无论哪种方式，诊断都帮助我恢复了生活。A. restrict限制；B. reclaim恢复；C. remain保持；D. repeat重复。根据上文“I’m not feeling breathless under the ”以及“the diagnosis has helped me ”可推知，此处指医生对作者的诊断帮助作者缓解了压力，恢复了生活。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：我们正在解决这个问题。A. come up出现；B. figured out解决；C. slowed down放缓；D. kept on继续。根据上文“Dr. Joy was right.”以及第二段Joy医生的话“It’s OK. We’ll get it figured out.”可推知，此处指作者正在与医生一起解决这个问题。故选B。 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 An expert who ___36___ (study) polar bears for many years said that from the position of its dead body, the bear appeared to have starved and died. Experts claimed that low seaice levels ___37___ (cause) by climate change meant the bear could not hunt seals as before, so it had to travel ___38___ (great) distances in order to find food. This ___39___ (alarm) case showed how the increase in temperature had an impact on Earth's ecology. Then what is causing the increase in the global average surface temperature? Climate scientists often mention a key climate process called the “greenhouse effect”, ___40___ has two common meanings: the “natural” greenhouse effect and the “manmade” greenhouse effect. The “natural” greenhouse effect refers to the fact that heat from the sun enters the atmosphere and warms Earth’s surface ___41___ shortwave radiation. The heat ___42___ (release) back into space at longer wave lengths. Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, such as methane and carbon dioxide, trap some of the heat, ___43___ (keep) Earth’s climate warm and ___44___ (habit). _____45_____ this process, Earth could not sustain life. 【答案】36. has studied 37. caused 38. greater 39. alarming 40. which 41. as 42. is released 43. keeping 44. habitable 45. Without 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了北极熊因海冰减少饿死，凸显气候变化对生态的影响。温室效应是导致全球气温上升的关键因素。 【36题详解】 考查时态及主谓一致。句意：一位研究北极熊多年专家说，从这只北极熊尸体的位置来看，它似乎是饥饿致死的。该空所给动词study在who引导的定语从句中作谓语，根据时间状语“for many years”可知，应使用现在完成时态；关系词who指代单数名词An expert作主语，助动词have应使用单数形式。故填has studied。 【37题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：专家们声称，由于气候变化导致的海冰减少，这只北极熊无法像以前那样捕猎海豹，因此不得不走更远的距离去寻找食物。所给动词cause在句中作后置定语修饰名词短语low seaice levels，与所修饰名词为被动关系，应使用过去分词形式。故填caused。 【38题详解】 考查形容词比较级。句意：专家们声称，由于气候变化导致的海冰减少，这只北极熊无法像以前那样捕猎海豹，因此不得不走更远的距离去寻找食物。该空需要一个形容词作定语修饰名词distances，根据上文“the bear could not hunt seals as before”及下文“in order to find food.”可知，北极熊在以前常规的地方猎不到食物，为了找到食物应该要走过更多的路程到达更远的地方，应填形容词比较级，与以前的狩猎范围相对比。故填greater。 【39题详解】 考查形容词。句意：这一令人担忧的案例显示了气温上升对地球生态的影响。该空需要一个形容词作定语修饰名词case，所给词alarm为动词兼名词，其形容词alarming意为“令人惊恐的，令人担忧的”符合句意。故填alarming。 【40题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：气候科学家经常提到一个关键的气候过程，即“温室效应”，它有两种常见的含义：“自然”温室效应和“人为”温室效应。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词greenhouse effect，指物，关系词在从句中作主语，应用关系代词which引导。故填which。 【41题详解】 考查介词。句意：“自然”温室效应指的是太阳的热量以短波辐射的形式进入大气层并温暖地球表面。表示“作为”应用介词as。故填as。 【42题详解】 考查时态语态及主谓一致。句意：这种热量以更长的波长被释放回太空。该空所给动词release意为“释放”在句中作谓语，主语heat，热量被释放，应使用被动语态；句子叙述客观事实应使用一般现在时态；主语为不可数名词，助动词be使用单数形式。故填is released。 【43题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：大气中的温室气体，如甲烷和二氧化碳，会吸收部分热量，使地球的气候保持温暖和适宜居住。所给动词keep在句中作结果状语，与前面句子为主动关系，应使用现在分词形式。故填keeping。 【44题详解】 考查形容词。句意：大气中的温室气体，如甲烷和二氧化碳，会吸收部分热量，使地球的气候保持温暖和适宜居住。该空需要一个形容词与warm并列作keep的宾语的补足语，形容词habitable意为“可居住的，适宜居住的”符合题意。故填habitable。 【45题详解】 考查介词。句意：如果没有这个过程，地球将无法维持生命。空后this process指上一句中表示的温室气体会吸收部分热量使地球的气候保持温暖和适宜居住这个过程，下文表示地球将无法维持生命，由此可知，应表示“假如没有这个过程”，应填without。注意句首字母大写。故填Without。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 为了迎接世界骑行日，上周日你校开展了主题为“骑向绿色未来”的城市绿道骑行活动。请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括： 1.活动目的； 2.活动内容； 3.活动反响。 注意： 1.词数80左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Cycling to a Greener Future ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Cycling to a Greener Future Last Sunday, our school organized a cycling activity along the Urban Greenway with the theme “Cycling to a Greener Future” to celebrate World Cycling Day. The aim of this activity was to promote a low-carbon lifestyle and raise students’ awareness of environmental protection. A large number of students actively participated. They cycled in groups, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way and breathing the fresh air. During the ride, they also stopped from time to time to pick up garbage and put up posters to call on people to protect the environment. This activity was widely praised by all the participants. It not only enhanced students’ physical fitness and team spirit but also made them more determined to contribute to building a greener future. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文写作中的报道。要求考生为校英文报写一篇报道，报道学校开展的主题为“骑向绿色未来”的城市绿道骑行活动。 【详解】1.词汇积累 目的：aim→ purpose 大量的：a large number of→ a great many 参加：participate→ take part 提高：enhance→ improve 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Last Sunday, our school organized a cycling activity along the Urban Greenway with the theme “Cycling to a Greener Future” to celebrate World Cycling Day. 拓展句：Last Sunday, our school organized a cycling activity along the Urban Greenway, whose theme is “Cycling to a Greener Future” to celebrate World Cycling Day. 【点睛】【高分句型1】They cycled in groups, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way and breathing the fresh air.（运用了现在分词担当状语） 【高分句型2】It not only enhanced students’ physical fitness and team spirit but also made them more determined to contribute to building a greener future.（运用了not only…but also…连接的并列谓语） 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 When my brother Jake left for college, gone was the laughter that once filled our home. Jake wasn’t just my brother — he was my best friend and the one who always knew how to pull me out of my darkest moods. His absence left a huge hole in my life, and no amount of video calls or texts could fill it. Then came the news: Marco, an exchange student from Italy, would be staying in Jake’s room. “Marco? In Jake’s room?” I asked, my voice trembling. “But that’s his space.” My mom, trying to comfort me, said, “Marco’s excited to be here. You might even learn something new.” I wasn’t convinced. The idea felt like a betrayal (背叛), as if we were replacing Jake. When Marco arrived, he was nothing like I had expected. He was tall, with dark curly hair and a confident smile that seemed to light up the room. He greeted me with a cheerful “Hello!” and immediately started unpacking his things. I stood awkwardly in the doorway, watching as he transformed Jake’s room into his own space. Overwhelmed (不知所措的), I whispered a quick “Hi” and returned to my room. The first few days were tense. Marco, chatting with my parents about Naples, tried to include me, but I kept my distance. One evening, I overheard him talking about how much he missed playing soccer with his friends back home. “It’s not just a game,” he said. “It’s a way of life.” I rolled my eyes. Then, one Saturday afternoon, everything changed. My parents had to attend a wedding out of town, leaving Marco and me in the house. I busied myself with my own things in my room, trying to avoid any interaction. But around midday, Marco knocked on my door. “Hey, I’m going to play some soccer in the backyard. Want to join me?” he asked. I hesitated. Soccer had never been my thing — I was more of a basketball person. But the thought of sitting alone in my room all day didn’t sound appealing either. 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。 Finally, I followed Marco into the backyard. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ That day marked a turning point in my relationship with Marco. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: Finally, I followed Marco into the backyard. The moment I stepped onto the grass, Marco tossed me a soccer ball with an encouraging grin. “Just try kicking it around,” he said. To my surprise, his enthusiasm was contagious. Though my first attempts were clumsy, Marco patiently showed me basic techniques, laughing when I tripped over my own feet. His lightheartedness eased my tension, and soon, I found myself actually enjoying the game. As we played, he shared stories about his hometown. For the first time, I saw Marco not as an intruder in Jake’s space, but as someone who, like me, was just trying to find his footing in a new place. That day marked a turning point in my relationship with Marco. Soccer became our shared language. We started practicing regularly, and I even taught him some basketball moves in return. Slowly, the awkwardness between us faded. One evening, while watching a game together, Marco admitted, “I was nervous about coming here too. But having you as a friend made it easier.” His honesty struck me. I realized that while no one could replace Jake, Marco had carved out his own place in our home — and in my life. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者因哥哥Jake离家上大学而感到孤独，直到家里迎来意大利交换生Marco。起初，作者对Marco占据哥哥的房间感到抵触，两人关系紧张。但一次偶然的足球互动打破了隔阂，他们逐渐成为朋友。最终，作者意识到，虽然Marco无法取代Jake，但他带来了新的友谊和快乐，填补了哥哥离开后的空缺。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“最后，我跟着Marco来到后院”和第二段首句中的“转折点”可知，第一段可描写Marco认真地教作者如何踢足球，他的热情感染了作者，作者逐渐喜欢上这项运动，Marco也开始和作者分享自己的故事，两人关系变得融洽。 ②由第二段首句内容“那天是我和Marco关系的转折点”可知，第二段可描写两人开始定期踢足球，作者也教Marco打篮球，两人成为朋友，作者意识到Marco在这个家的重要位置。 2. 续写线索：两人来到后院——Marco教作者踢足球，作者享受这项运动——Marco分享故事——两人关系转变——两人定期玩耍，成为朋友——作者的感悟 3. 词汇激活 行为类 ①减轻：ease/alleviate ②消失：fade/disappear ③承认：admit/acknowledge ④意识到：realize/recognize 情绪类 ①惊讶：surprise/astonishment/amazement ②紧张的：nervous/anxious 【点睛】[高分句型1] The moment I stepped onto the grass, Marco tossed me a soccer ball with an encouraging grin. (the moment引导时间状语从句) [高分句型2] I realized that while no one could replace Jake, Marco had carved out his own place in our home — and in my life. (that引导宾语从句、while引导让步状语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 南昌中学2024-2025学年度下学期5月考试 高二英语试卷 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。 1. What will the speakers probably do next? A. Cook at home. B. Explore a street. C. Eat out. 2. Which desk is the man going to buy? A. The one with two drawers. B. The one with three drawers. C. The one with two pen holders. 3. How does the woman describe her move? A. Stressful. B. Smooth. C. Unexpected. 4. Where are the speakers? A. In a bank. B. In a bookstore. C. In a post office. 5. What are the speakers discussing? A. A course. B. An instrument. C. A sport. 第二节（共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有几个小题，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。每段对话读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. How does the woman sound at first? A. Amused. B. Relieved. C. Surprised. 7. What is Emily like according to the woman? A. She is reliable. B. She is playful. C. She is troublesome. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a repair shop. B. In a car rental company. C. In an insurance company. 9. What does the woman decide to do? A. Give up the repairs. B. Borrow a car. C. Take out insurance. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why will Helen be away from town? A. To attend a wedding. B. To meet Angela Ferrero. C. To watch a concert. 11. When will the speakers see the performance? A. On June 18th. B. On June 25th. C. On July 2nd. 12. What does Helen want to do? A. Purchase tickets immediately. B. Invite co-workers to join her. C. Check her work emails. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. Why did Eason work as a living statue performer? A. To fulfill his dream. B. To satisfy his curiosity. C. To make some money. 14. What did Eason do for the World Championships? A. He practiced several body movements. B. He designed a realistic stone appearance. C. He studied previous championship performances. 15. What does Eason cherish most about his job? A. The praise from judges. B. The interaction with audience. C. The achievement in competitions. 16. What is the key to being a good living statue according to Eason? A. Physical strength. B. Creative ideas. C. Attractive appearance. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What can we learn about the library? A. It will close down one year later. B. It is open during public holidays. C. It typically operates 10 hours a day. 18. How much does a copy cost library users without a copier card? A. 10 cents. B. 20 cents. C. 60 cents. 19. Where should history enthusiasts go? A. The first floor. B. The second floor. C. The third floor. 20. What is said about the computer use in the library? A. It has no time limit. B. It requires registration. C. It is free only for first-time users. 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A For the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibition, the Musée d’Orsay, which houses the world’s largest collection of this current, is offering a major retrospective (回顾展) of this artistic trend with Paris 1874: Inventing Impressionism from March 26 to July 14. 150 years ago, on April 15, 1874, in a luxurious photographer Nadar’s studio in northern Paris, Berthe Morisot, Edouard Degas and Claude Monet came together as a cooperative limited company to open the first Impressionist exhibition, a movement that would forever change the course of art history. The retrospective will take visitors on a virtual tour to the very moment 150 years ago. During the 40-minute immersive (沉浸的) tour, visitors will spend a virtual evening with the famous impressionists and travel by steam train to Bougival, west of Paris, where many of them worked. Visitors will then tour the main exhibition, which opens into a gallery with Renoir’s La Parisienne and La Danseuse that featured in the 1874 exhibition, and other impressionist paintings, drawings and sculptures. “The immersive experience is unique and innovative. You can go into this exhibition and relive the evening with the artists and discover the origin of this movement. We want to recreate the emotion for visitors of the 1874 exhibition.” said Abastado, director of digital development at the Musée d’Orsay. Guidelines: * The experience is suitable for children of 11 y/o and above; children under 8 y/o are prohibited. * We remind you that, in view of the technology used, virtual reality experiences are not recommended for people with balance or vision disorders. * Walkers and motorized wheelchairs are not permitted in the space, but manual wheelchairs are accepted. 1. What’s the retrospective mainly aimed at? A. Protecting cultural diversity. B. Fueling people’s love for art. C. Showing honor to late artists. D. Marking the birth of a movement. 2. What can be experienced during the virtual tour? A. Painting a picture on the spot. B. Driving a steam train in person. C. Meeting famous impressionists. D. Staying overnight in the gallery. 3 Who is the most suitable to visit the exhibition? A. An eight-year-old boy. B. An adult with a walker. C. A visually-challenged girl. D. A teenager in a manual wheelchair. B Sandesh Kadur, a National Geographic Explorer, has spent 25 years documenting rare wildlife, transforming his childhood passion into a mission to protect Earth’s fragile ecosystems. When he was young, Kadur was fascinated by Jim Corbett’s tales of big cats. Inspired, he once cycled into the jungle with a friend to observe big cats at a watering hole. At night, they really saw a big cat. Bathed in moonlight, he realized his life’s goal: to capture and share nature’s wonders. At 12, he borrowed his father’s camera — a “magic box” that froze time. His father, an entomologist(昆虫学家), got him looking at the small things. So he began intentionally focusing his lens on small insects, trying to understand what he was looking at. He would develop the camera film weeks later, annotating(注释)the settings and reattempting the shots. As he grew older, his love for nature, however, conflicted with academics. Failing high school, he moved to Brownsville, Texas to study hotel management — a choice that unexpectedly refueled his love for storytelling. In Brownsville, Kadur explored Mexico’s cloud forests and landed a job as a jungle tour guide. There, he met filmmaker John Bax, who introduced him to documentary work. When they embarked on a documentary project together, Bax withdrew from it. Kadur, then 19 and untrained in film, pursued the project on his own. He spent three years filming India’s Western Ghats, capturing species like the “smoke cat” for the first time. His debut film, Sahyadris: Mountains of the Monsoon, brought the Western Ghats’ biodiversity into attention, aiding its 2012 UNESCO World Heritage status. Through visual storytelling, Kadur offers his audiences glimpses into a rarely-seen natural world, urging them to protect its delicate inhabitants. “Visual art has conveyed stories for millennia. Now we’re doing that with technology, and it will continue to advance.” said Kadur, “I think the impact of storytelling can last a lifetime. It can last generations.” 4. What led Kadur into nature? A. Fever for big cats. B. Love for adventure. C. Curiosity about filming. D. Fascination with Jim’s tales. 5. What was his father’s influence on him? A. Teaching him photography skills. B. Introducing him to documentary work. C. Helping him regain love for storytelling. D. Arousing his curiosity about scientific details. 6. What is Kadur’s opinion about visual storytelling? A. It well entertains audiences. B. It serves as a bridge for nature. C. Its value lies in expression skills. D. Its impact depends on technology. 7. Which of the following words can best describe Kadur? A. Passionate and dedicated. B. Talented and ambitious. C. Independent and committed. D. Responsible and generous. C At one time, our growing population was seen as central to wildlife extinction, resource exhaustion, pollution and environmental destruction. But today, our concerns shift to declining birth rates due to increased reproductive choice for women. This is a positive development, but is often described as a “crisis” in the media, highlighting economic and senior care challenges. Lost in the conversation are the many positive aspects of an aging society, which is the result of people living healthier and longer lives, and common-sense realities like reduced needs for infrastructure (基础设施) and lower ecological impacts. Also lost is the fact that our population still grows by 80 million people every year. And the consequences of high birth rates are severe. Among them is global warming. In fact, increased emissions (排放) from population growth have canceled more than three quarters of the emissions saved through energy efficiency and renewables over the past three decades. Yet, no matter how well documented the link between population and climate, lowering our population is notably absent from the conversation on solutions. Instead, the focus is on technology that will supposedly allow our entire growing population to enjoy the energy-intensive lifestyles now enjoyed by the rich, and with no climate impacts. But “green” technology is not the solution it is advertised to be. Its expansion to the degree needed to power a growing population at a decent standard of living would itself require a shocking investment in fossil (化石) fuels. It also requires massive mining operations, many of which take place on the backs of low-wage workers in Africa where it is driving destruction of rainforests critical to the survival of great apes. Besides, it requires 10 times the land area as fossil fuel plants for the same amount of energy generated. When global warming threatens to push billions into unsafe temperatures, it is no time to panic that we are adding fewer to those billions. In fact, declining birth rates should be cause for celebration as they signify advances in gender equality and a reduced burden on Earth. 8. What can we learn from paragraph 2? A. The global population is decreasing every year. B. The benefits of an aging society are overlooked. C. The ecological environment is turning for the better. D. The media make up misleading news about the population. 9. What is highlighted as a disadvantage of high birth rates? A. Reduced infrastructure needs. B. Challenges in senior care services. C. A slowdown in economic growth. D. Increased greenhouse gas emissions. 10. Why is “green” technology questioned in the text? A. It does damage to the ecosystem. B. It is not popular around the world. C. It is unaffordable for poor regions. D. It has little effect on reducing pollution. 11. Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. Aging Societies: A Global Crisis B. The Mystery of “Green” Technology C. The Trend of Population Growth D. Declining Birth Rates: A Hopeful Sign D Amid mounting global plastic pollution — a crisis worsened by 400 million tons of annual waste 46% of which are single-use PET plastics — researchers have engineered PETase Plus, a bioengineered enzyme (酶) capable of degrading PET polymers (聚合物) 90% faster than natural enzymes. Published in Nature Biotechnology, this breakthrough, achieved through multinational cooperation, could redefine waste management by transforming non-recyclable plastics into reusable raw materials. Yet, its significance extends far beyond laboratories, sparking heated debates among scientists, policymakers, and environmentalists. Unlike conventional recycling, which demands energy-intensive processes (exceeding 250℃) to melt plastics and produces useless materials, PETase Plus operates under mild conditions. By degrading PET’s molecular bonds, it breaks down plastics into base components that can be re-integrated into high-quality products or even biofuels. According to Dr. Liam Harper, lead author of the study, “This method cuts energy consumption by 60% and carbon emissions by 80%, offering industries a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods.” However, critics caution against unchecked optimism. While PETase Plus excels in controlled lab environments, applying it for industrial or environmental use risks unintended ecological harm. Dr. Emily Carter, a biochemist, warns, “Engineered enzymes released into landfills or oceans might also degrade natural polymers, destabilizing soil structures or marine ecosystems. Without proper restrictions, the solution to plastic waste could become an ecological disaster.” Ethical conflicts further complicate its adoption. Environmental advocates insist plastic manufacturers — responsible for 70% of global PET production — should fund large-scale application of the technology. However, industry leaders argue that governments must provide financial support to encourage innovation. Meanwhile, developing nations, where waste management system is underdeveloped, view PETase Plus as a potential lifeline, though fears spread that wealthy countries might not share the technology. As research advances, PETase Plus is facing a challenge: a scientific success shadowed by ethical and ecological dilemmas. Its success relies not merely on biochemical efficiency but on multi-party cooperation to balance innovation with caring for our planet. 12. According to paragraph 2, what is one advantage of PETase Plus over traditional recycling methods? A. It produces biofuels straight from plastic waste. B. It functions effectively at relatively low temperatures. C. It removes the need for industrial funding. D. It reduces the cost by 60%. 13. What concern do critics emphasize about PETase Plus? A. Its funding resource is still not clear. B. It may disturb natural ecosystems. C. It requires expensive lab equipment. D. Its mechanism is not yet understood. 14. Why does the author quote Dr. Emily Carter? A. To stress the necessity for ecological regulations. B. To question the enzyme’s degradation efficiency. C. To advocate for industry-led innovation. D To highlight the technical limitations of PETase Plus. 15. What can be a possible result of the future application of PETase Plus? A. Developing nations will reject the technology due to high costs. B. Ethical conflicts might prevent its widespread application. C. Governments will cease funding traditional recycling. D. Ecological risks will be removed. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 根据短文内容，从短文后选项中选出能够填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 The relationship between sports and arts is evident. There are many striking similarities between them. As an art enthusiast, I notice people’ s narrow view of creativity — limiting arts to mere drawing is unreasonable. Arts go beyond this, requiring skill and imagination to express ideas. ___16___. Indoor games like chess engage the body and the mind. Arts and sports are, therefore, birds of a feather, and they ought to flock (聚集) together. The following is something that you may want to know. ___17___. Athletes’ discipline enhances artistic effectiveness— few would run 90 minutes for fun, yet passion drives such commitment. This determined spirit mirrors artistic mastery. Just as athletes push their limits to achieve peak performance, artists can channel the same drive into refining their techniques and expanding their creative horizons. The competitive nature of sports fosters a sense of resilience (韧性). Artists who engage in sports learn to deal with failure and setbacks, enabling them to approach their craft with a more determined and positive mindset. ___18___. Participating in team sports also teaches valuable lessons in cooperation and communication. ___19___, such as theater performances or gallery showcases. Such skills connect personal creativity with teamwork. They balance ideas and roles, allowing each artist to express their style. The dedication and passion developed through sports can significantly enhance artistic abilities. ___20___. And that leads to the growth of a more well-rounded and accomplished artist. A. Similarly, sports aren’t just field events B. Sports enhance passion for always fighting for the best C. Sports improve artistic technique through physical strength D. Arts and focus always go hand in hand— the same for sports E. The commitment to excellence in one area naturally impacts the other F. These are very critical for artists frequently involved in group projects G. It helps them stay focused, adapt to challenges and improve their work 第三部分：英语知识运用（共两节；满分30分） 第一节 完型填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意。然后从各题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 Over the course of three years, I kept myself so busy to maintain a balance between my business and personal ___21___. But the busier I got, the less I seemed to achieve. Then the tiredness and brain fog set in, but I just worked harder, regardless of feeling emotionally and physically ___22___. My body ached, my head pounded, and I was losing strength. When I visited the doctor, Dr. Joy, the first thing she asked was “___23___ is your stress level?” I shrugged. “Same as usual.” A series of tests and bloodwork ___24___ I had Graves’ disease—a disease in the immune system. “This doesn’t seem ___25___. I’ve worked so hard on my health.” She smiled ___26___ and comforted. “It’s OK. We’ll get it figured out.” I surfed the Internet and learned that the ___27___ is usually triggered and worsened by stress. How is your stress level? I asked myself. That question resurfaced when I ___28___ into an old friend Cindy. After ___29___ hellos, she said, “You’ve got quite a busy life.” I smiled. “I have to admit, some of those projects are starting to get too ___30___.” “So, put something down. ”For the next week, I re-read articles explaining that stress management played a part in ___31___ Graves’ disease. I made a list of everything I was busy with and started using a highlighter to ___32___ time for the simple joys, like long hikes and visiting my favorite bookstores. My calendar is still full now, but I’m not feeling breathless under the ___33___. Perhaps this disease wasn’t triggered by stress. Maybe it was. Either way, the diagnosis has helped me ___34___ my life. Dr. Joy was right. We’re getting it ___35___. 21. A. development B. belongings C. desire D. fitness 22. A. relaxed B. frustrated C. satisfied D. exhausted 23. A. What B. How C. Where D. Which 24. A. predicted B. indicated C. guaranteed D. recognized 25. A. proper B. risky C. sensible D. important 26. A. bitterly B. pleasantly C. encouragingly D. hesitantly 27. A. disturbance B. dilemma C. depression D. disease 28. A. knocked B. looked C. broke D. burst 29 A. exchanging B. leaving C. conveying D. acknowledging 30 A. stressful B. boring C. available D. different 31. A. preventing B. evaluating C. controlling D. monitoring 32. A. make up B. take down C. set aside D. break away 33. A. load B. process C. guidance D. way 34. A. restrict B. reclaim C. remain D. repeat 35. A. come up B. figured out C. slowed down D. kept on 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 An expert who ___36___ (study) polar bears for many years said that from the position of its dead body, the bear appeared to have starved and died. Experts claimed that low seaice levels ___37___ (cause) by climate change meant the bear could not hunt seals as before, so it had to travel ___38___ (great) distances in order to find food. This ___39___ (alarm) case showed how the increase in temperature had an impact on Earth's ecology. Then what is causing the increase in the global average surface temperature? Climate scientists often mention a key climate process called the “greenhouse effect”, ___40___ has two common meanings: the “natural” greenhouse effect and the “manmade” greenhouse effect. The “natural” greenhouse effect refers to the fact that heat from the sun enters the atmosphere and warms Earth’s surface ___41___ shortwave radiation. The heat ___42___ (release) back into space at longer wave lengths. Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, such as methane and carbon dioxide, trap some of the heat, ___43___ (keep) Earth’s climate warm and ___44___ (habit). _____45_____ this process, Earth could not sustain life. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 为了迎接世界骑行日，上周日你校开展了主题为“骑向绿色未来”的城市绿道骑行活动。请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括： 1.活动目的； 2.活动内容； 3.活动反响。 注意： 1.词数80左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Cycling to a Greener Future ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。 When my brother Jake left for college, gone was the laughter that once filled our home. Jake wasn’t just my brother — he was my best friend and the one who always knew how to pull me out of my darkest moods. His absence left a huge hole in my life, and no amount of video calls or texts could fill it. Then came the news: Marco, an exchange student from Italy, would be staying in Jake’s room. “Marco? In Jake’s room?” I asked, my voice trembling. “But that’s his space.” My mom, trying to comfort me, said, “Marco’s excited to be here. You might even learn something new.” I wasn’t convinced. The idea felt like a betrayal (背叛), as if we were replacing Jake. When Marco arrived, he was nothing like I had expected. He was tall, with dark curly hair and a confident smile that seemed to light up the room. He greeted me with a cheerful “Hello!” and immediately started unpacking his things. I stood awkwardly in the doorway, watching as he transformed Jake’s room into his own space. Overwhelmed (不知所措的), I whispered a quick “Hi” and returned to my room. The first few days were tense. Marco, chatting with my parents about Naples, tried to include me, but I kept my distance. One evening, I overheard him talking about how much he missed playing soccer with his friends back home. “It’s not just a game,” he said. “It’s a way of life.” I rolled my eyes. Then, one Saturday afternoon, everything changed. My parents had to attend a wedding out of town, leaving Marco and me in the house. I busied myself with my own things in my room, trying to avoid any interaction. But around midday, Marco knocked on my door. “Hey, I’m going to play some soccer in the backyard. Want to join me?” he asked. I hesitated. Soccer had never been my thing — I was more of a basketball person. But the thought of sitting alone in my room all day didn’t sound appealing either. 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。 Finally, I followed Marco into the backyard. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ That day marked a turning point in my relationship with Marco. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$