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象山中学2024-2025学年度第二学期期中考试 高二 英语试题 （满分150分 时间：120分钟） 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 例: How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.18. C. £9.15. 1. What are the speakers talking about? A. A recent injury. B. A football match. C. A weekend plan. 2. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. At a subway station. B. In an art classroom. C. in a department store. 3. Why is the woman going to the NGV? A. To purchase a painting. B. To pick up her nephew. C To join in a family event. 4. What is the woman probably going to do next? A. Talk to the lecturer. B. Upload her recording. C. Catch up on the lecture. 5. How does the man feel now? A. Stressed. B. Satisfied. C. Disappointed. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. Why does the woman look so energetic? A. She got her favorite music. B. She went for a morning run. C. She played with new friends. 7. What does the man plan to do? A. Try jogging. B. Find a fitness coach. C. Download some music. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What is discussed about the movie? A. The plot. B. The characters. C. The special effects. 9. What does the man say about the movie? A. Engaging. B. Moving. C. Educational. 10. What will the woman probably do this weekend? A. Visit the park. B. Watch the movie. C. Go to the restaurant. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. What did the man see on the street? A. A dog wearing a hat. BM man walking a dog. C. A dog carrying a baseball. 12. What is the new coffee shop known for? A. Its special drink. B. Its unique location. C. Its dog-friendly setting. 13. What does the man plan to bring to the coffee shop? A. His hat. B. His camera. C. His dog. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What is the company working on? A. Green energy. B. Urban planning. C. Digital innovation. 15. What is the man's new job? A. A tech developer. B. A project manager. C. A marketing director. 16. What does the woman think of the man? A. Capable. B. Flexible. C. Humorous. 17. What is special about the new office building? A. It will be culture-rich. B. It will be eco-friendly. C. It will be artistic-looking 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is the speaker? A. A zookeeper. B. A visitor. C. A guide. 19. How did the speaker describe the monkeys? A. Playful. B. Scary. C. Clever. 20. What does the speaker compare penguins to? A. Energetic kids. B. TikTok comedians. C. Clumsy ballet dancers. 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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Join us at the 2025 ACA (American Camp Association) National Conference in Dallas for four days of learning and professional development from February 18 to 21. It is a wonderful opportunity to promote new connections with fellow camp professionals through social and issues-based networking. Conference Location Hilton Anatole hotel in the heart of Dallas was selected as the conference location for a good reason. It is close to all the city has to offer including beautiful architecture, historic landmarks, and exciting entertainment centers. When you’re ready to explore, Hilton Anatole is just minutes’ walk from these fantastic spots. It is also a short drive to Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field Airport. Hotel Reservations ACA’s contracted discounted rates will be available up to three days before and after our conference dates, on a first-come, first-served basis through January 22, 2025. Conference Rates for Standard Rooms: • Single/Double: $279 • Triple: $299 • Quadruple: $319 You will receive free basic wireless guestroom Internet and access to Verandah Health Club at the ACA’s contracted room rate, without adding the optional Resort Package. The reservation site may offer optional upgrades at additional cost based on availability. If making a reservation via phone, be sure to mention that you will participate in the ACA conference to access the correct room rate. 1. What makes Hilton Anatole the chosen site for the conference? A. Convenient location. B. Great popularity. C. Advanced facilities. D. Fascinating scenery. 2. What’s the deadline of booking rooms at a contracted discounted price? A. February 18. B. February 21. C. January 22. D. January 19. 3. What does the ACA’s contracted room rate include? A. Full-coverage network. B. VIP membership. C. Free room upgrades. D. Access to a fitness club. 【答案】1. A 2. C 3. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了2025年美国营地协会（ACA）在达拉斯举行的全国会议的相关信息，包括会议时间、地点、酒店预订、房价等细节。旨在吸引相关行业的专业人士参加此次会议，并提供了关于会议地点的便利设施和周边环境的描述，以及酒店预订的具体信息和优惠价格。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章Conference Location部分中的“Hilton Anatole hotel in the heart of Dallas was selected as the conference location for a good reason. It is close to all the city has to offer including beautiful architecture, historic landmarks, and exciting entertainment centers. When you’re ready to explore, Hilton Anatole is just minutes’ walk from these fantastic spots. It is also a short drive to Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field Airport(位于达拉斯市中心的阿纳托尔希尔顿酒店被选为会议地点是有充分理由的。这里靠近城市的各种景点，包括美丽的建筑、历史地标和令人兴奋的娱乐中心。当您准备去探索时，从阿纳托尔希尔顿酒店出发，只需步行几分钟就能到达这些美妙的地方。从酒店驱车前往达拉斯 / 沃思堡国际机场和达拉斯爱田机场也只需很短的时间。)”可知，阿纳托尔希尔顿酒店被选为会议地点的原因是它位于达拉斯市中心，靠近城市的各种景点，步行几分钟就能到达，而且距离两个机场驱车也只需很短时间。也就是说，阿纳托尔希尔顿酒店被选为会议地点是因为其便利的地理位置。故选A。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章Hotel Reservations部分中的“ACA’s contracted discounted rates will be available up to three days before and after our conference dates, on a first-come, first-served basis through January 22, 2025.(在会议日期的前后三天内，均可享受美国露营协会的协议优惠房价，先到先得，预订截止至2025年1月22日。)”可知，以协议优惠价预订房间的截止日期是2025年1月22日。故选C。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“You will receive free basic wireless guestroom Internet and access to Verandah Health Club at the ACA’s contracted room rate, without adding the optional Resort Package.(您只需支付美国露营协会的协议房价，即可享受免费的客房基本无线互联网服务，并可使用阳台健康俱乐部，无需额外购买度假村套餐。)”可知，支付协会协议房价可享受免费的客房基本无线网络服务和使用阳台健康俱乐部的权利。故选D。 B The chaos of travel through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) calms down when you walk into the Orchestrina. At the start of a 1,000-foot-long hallway connecting Tom Bradley International Terminal’s (航站楼) Great Hall to its west gates, the light softens to blue. What amazes passengers is the gentle waves of music that greet them as they are carried through the terminal by the moving sidewalk. Along the way, the music shifts between 30 compositions from well-known artists. The Orchestrina, a piece of public art equipment from L.A. radio and Dublab, is part of a new three-year contract for the station to program live music and sound art at LAX. It’s an introduction to L.A.’s experimental music and art scenes. As passengers are on edge over the many things going wrong in the skies these days, the Orchestrina offers an experience of tasteful, mental peace. “That’s absolutely the intention, to offer, like, a break from the fast-paced urban schedule,” said Cohen, executive director of Dublab, “There’s a really interesting effect when you enter the hallway, coming down this long set of stairs and entering this blue light that completely surrounds you with music and field recordings where you can hear birds and wind passing through grass.” There are many events planned for the three years to come, as Dublab tries to make one of the most awful locations in the county somewhere you might intend staying longer and listening. “We desire to reflect our city, and I think we’ve got to bake the arts programming in as part of that. At the end of the day, we’re all just human beings using these public spaces.” explained Sarah Cifarelli, LAX Art Program Director. “That’s part of the point, though — to show off the city for anyone looking closely and make it gentler for anyone passing through. These are the things that you kind of live for, you work for, being part of the heartbeat of the city,” Cohen said, “It’s another step towards being integrated into the city whether intentionally or not.” 4. What impresses the passengers when they walk into the Orchestrina? A. The long hallway. B. The blue light. C. The moving sidewalk. D. The relaxing music. 5. What will Dublab’s three-year project bring according to Cohen? A. A refreshing interaction with nature. B. A momentary escape from busy routine. C. The increase in LAX’s commercial value. D. The promotion of local artists and their music. 6. What is the arts programming aimed at? A. Making full use of public spaces. B. Prioritizing showing off the city. C. Being mixed into the city’s identity. D. Speeding up the city’s development. 7. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Dublab’s Music: a Relief from Stress B. Exploring LAX: Finding Peace in Light C. LAX’s New Art Program: Peace in Chaos D. Orchestrina: a High-tech Design in the City 【答案】4. D 5. B 6. C 7. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要介绍了洛杉矶国际机场（LAX）内的一项新的公共艺术设施——Orchestrina，它是一条连接航站楼大厅与西侧登机口的走廊，通过柔和的灯光和不断变化的音乐为旅客提供舒缓的体验。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“What amazes passengers is the gentle waves of music that greets them as they are carried through the terminal by the moving sidewalk.(让旅客们感到惊奇的是，当他们乘坐自动步道穿过航站楼时，迎接他们的是轻柔的音乐声浪。)”可知，当乘客乘坐自动步道穿过航站楼走进“Orchestrina”时，让他们感到惊奇的是迎接他们的轻柔的音乐声浪。故选D。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段““That’s absolutely the intention, to offer, like, a break from the fast-paced urban schedule,” said Cohen, executive director of Dublab, “There’s a really interesting effect when you enter the hallway, coming down this long set of stairs and entering this blue light that completely surrounds you with music and field recordings where you can hear birds and wind passing through grass.”(都柏林实验室的执行董事Cohen说：“这绝对是我们的初衷，就是让人们从快节奏的都市日程中得到片刻的休息。当你走进这条走廊，走下这一长段楼梯，进入这片完全被音乐和实地录音环绕的蓝光之中时，会产生一种非常有趣的效果，在音乐里你可以听到鸟鸣和风吹过草地的声音。”)”可知，这个项目的初衷，就是让人们从快节奏的都市日程中得到片刻的休息。故选B。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段““We desire to reflect our city, and I think we’ve got to bake the arts programming in as part of that. At the end of the day, we’re all just human beings using these public spaces.” explained Sarah Cifarelli, LAX Art Program Director.(洛杉矶国际机场艺术项目总监Sarah Cifarelli解释说：“我们希望展现我们的城市，而且我认为我们必须把艺术节目编排融入其中。说到底，我们都只是使用这些公共空间的普通人。”)”以及“Cohen said, “It’s another step towards being integrated into the city whether intentionally or not.”(Cohen说：“不管是不是有意为之，这都是朝着融入这座城市迈出的又一步。”)”可知，艺术节目编排旨在反映这座城市，并且要将其融入到城市当中，成为城市特色的一部分。故选C。 【7题详解】 主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“The chaos of travel through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) calms down when you walk into the Orchestrina. At the start of a 1,000-fbot-long hallway connecting Tom Bradley International Terminal’s (航站楼) Great Hall to its west gates, the light softens to blue. What amazes passengers is the gentle waves of music that greets them as they are carried through the terminal by the moving sidewalk. Along the way, the music shifts between 30 compositions from well-known artists.(当你走进“Orchestrina”时，洛杉矶国际机场（LAX）里那种熙熙攘攘的旅行氛围就会平静下来。在一条连接汤姆・布拉德利国际航站楼大厅与其西侧登机口的1000英尺长的走廊起点，灯光柔和地变成了蓝色。让旅客们感到惊奇的是，当他们乘坐自动步道穿过航站楼时，迎接他们的是轻柔的音乐声浪。沿途，音乐在30首来自知名艺术家的作品之间切换。)”可知，文章开篇提到走进洛杉矶国际机场（LAX）的“Orchestrina”时，机场的混乱氛围会平静下来，接着介绍了“Orchestrina”是洛杉矶机场新的艺术项目的一部分，它能让旅客在混乱的机场环境中获得高雅且内心平静的体验，还阐述了这个艺术项目的目的和意义。选项C“LAX’s New Art Program: Peace in Chaos(洛杉矶国际机场的新艺术项目：在混乱中寻得平静)”准确地概括了文章主旨。故选C。 C Bacteria know how to rough it out all over the earth. Ask most of them where they’d prefer to settle though, and a kitchen sponge (海绵) would probably top the list. Yes, it turns out that the very tool we use to clean our plates, which is warm, damp, and full of nutritious food pieces, is packed of tiny life. Lingchong You, a biologist at Duke University, along with his team, used computers to model the complex environment of a sponge for a 2022 study. He found that sponges featuring pockets of varying sizes are something that really matters for promoting bacterial growth. This holds significance as certain bacteria tend to grow independently while others demand the companionship of others. Within a sponge filled with holes and pockets, there exist such an abundance of diverse structures that everyone attains a state of satisfaction. Nevertheless, it does not necessarily follow that these tools present a health risk to us as well. Bacteria exist everywhere and not all are harmful; in fact, many perform vital jobs. The important question is, therefore, are the bacteria found in sponges even worth worrying about? In 2017, Jennifer Quinlan, a professor of food safety, and her colleagues, collected kitchen sponges from 100 homes, finding that only 1-2% of those sponges contained bacteria linked to food poisoning in humans and the ones that did contained only small amounts of harmful bacteria. “The vast majority of bacteria on sponges do not cause illness, and they’re just going to make them smell.” says Quinlan. This is not the whole story yet. If dangerous bacteria happen to arrive on the scene, the sponge’s special make-up makes it an ideal place for them to grow and multiply. And there’s evidence this is the case. 8. What can we learn from the first paragraph? A. Sponges are perfect tools in the kitchen. B. Bacteria prefer to live in dry environment. C. Kitchen sponges are good home for bacteria. D. Bacteria affect kitchen sponges’ performance. 9. What did Lingchong You find in his study? A. What encourages bacterial growth. B. How sponges are exactly structured. C. How bacteria grow independently. D. Why bacteria keep company with each other. 10. What does Quinlan think of bacteria on sponges? A. Poorly adaptive. B. Relatively harmless. C. Partly distributed. D. Surprisingly unpleasant. 11. What will be probably discussed in the following paragraph? A. Evidence of bacterial threat. B. The classification of bacteria. C. Methods to help bacterial growth. D. Research into applications of bacteria. 【答案】8. C 9. A 10. B 11. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了细菌在厨房海绵中的生存情况，包括细菌的生长环境、种类、对人类的潜在影响以及海绵的特殊结构如何成为细菌生长的理想场所。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Bacteria know how to rough it out all over the earth. Ask most of them where they’d prefer to settle though, and a kitchen sponge (海绵) would probably top the list.(细菌知道如何在地球上顽强生存。不过，问它们最希望定居在何处的话，厨房用的海绵可能会高居榜首。)”可知，厨房用的海绵是细菌的好家园。故选C。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“He found that sponges featuring pockets of varying sizes are something that really matters for promoting bacterial growth.(他发现，海绵上那些大小各异的孔隙对于促进细菌生长至关重要。)”可知，Lingchong You发现了是什么能促进细菌的生长。故选A。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段““The vast majority of bacteria on sponges do not cause illness, and they’re just going to make them smell.” says Quinlan.(Quinlan说：“海绵上的绝大多数细菌并不会使人患病，它们只会让海绵散发出异味。”)”可知，Quinlan认为海绵上的细菌相对无害。故选B。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“If dangerous bacteria happen to arrive on the scene, the sponge’s special make-up makes it an ideal place for them to grow and multiply. And there’s evidence this is the case.(如果有害细菌真的出现在现场，这种海绵特殊的结构特性就会使其成为细菌滋生和繁殖的理想场所。而且有证据表明情况确实如此。)”可知，由于最后一段提到有证据表明有害细菌会在海绵上生长繁殖，所以接下来很可能会讨论细菌威胁的证据具体是什么。故选A。 D “Shhh!” This is the demand that eco-acoustics (生态声学) researcher Jerome Sueur makes of humanity. The noises of technology spread across even the remotest corners of the planet. Sueur explores the impact of the ever-present sound on the animal world in Natural History of Silence. Between travelogue-style chapters and philosophical reflections, the book covers many key terms and theories, such as the acoustic niche hypothesis (声学生态位假说), which assumes that each species has its own acoustic space to improve communication with its own kind and limit sound competition from other species. Sueur’s point is this: silence is a crucial resource, like food or water, which species compete for to survive. “Making sound is important,” he writes. But humans need to “make sure we are not more alive than others”. When the COVID-19 pandemic (流行病) unexpectedly put human activities on hold, noise-monitoring organizations in France recorded a 60 – 75% drop in sound levels in many cities. Globally, wildlife communication changed during lockdowns. Fish and dolphins off the coast of New Zealand extended the range of their calls by 65% owing to a sharp reduction in boat travel. However, when humans emerged from their homes, so did all human-generated sounds and their harmful effects on natural systems, Sueur writes. Sueur calls for a greater awareness of the need to preserve zones where noise is not welcome, effectively proposing a global network of silent shelters for wildlife. The book, thus, highlights an imaginary dividing line between humanity and nature — an approach to conservation that has thwarted contemporary environmentalists who believe true conservation success comes from building a harmonious bond with nature. Some even argue against it in public and attempt to seek more all-around solutions that involve local and indigenous (本土) communities. To encourage readers to act, the book could have included stories about successful no-fly zones where communities are working to address the problem. But the focus on solutions is narrow. Instead, his winding and wordy writing often carries a tone of anger, which could drive away the people he wants to silence. 12. What does the acoustic niche hypothesis assume? A. Species use sounds to communicate. B. Each species has a unique sound range. C. Species compete for sound resources. D. Making sound is the key to survival. 13. Why are fish and dolphins mentioned in paragraph 3? A. To show the destruction caused by the pandemic. B. To stress the role of animals in the local ecosystem. C. To illustrate the impact of human activities on wildlife. D. To compare responses of different animals to lockdowns. 14. What does the underlined word “thwarted” in paragraph 4 mean? A. Enlightened. B. Transformed. C. Misled. D. Discouraged. 15. What can we learn about the book from the last paragraph? A. It is written in an objective tone. B. It serves its writing purpose well. C. It fails to relate to certain readers. D. It conveys rather shallow ideas. 【答案】12. B 13. C 14. D 15. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要围绕生态声学研究者Jerome Sueur的观点展开，讨论了人类活动产生的噪音对动物世界的影响，以及Sueur对于保护静音区域、为野生动物建立静音庇护所的呼吁。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Between travelogue-style chapters and philosophical reflections, the book covers many key terms and theories, such as the acoustic niche hypothesis (声学生态位假说), which assumes that each species has its own acoustic space to improve communication with its own kind and limit sound competition from other species.(在类似游记风格的章节和哲学思考之间，这本书涵盖了许多关键术语和理论，比如声学生态位假说，该假说认为每个物种都有自己的声学空间，以改善与同类的交流，并限制来自其他物种的声音竞争。)”可知，声学生态位假说认为每个物种都有自己的声学空间，即有独特的声音范围，以促进与同类的交流并限制来自其他物种的声音竞争。故选B。 【13题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第三段“When the COVID-19 pandemic (流行病) unexpectedly put human activities on hold, noise-monitoring organizations in France recorded a 60 – 75% drop in sound levels in many cities. Globally, wildlife communication changed during lockdowns. Fish and dolphins off the coast of New Zealand extended the range of their calls by 65% owing to a sharp reduction in boat travel. However, when humans emerged from their homes, so did all human-generated sounds and their harmful effects on natural systems, Sueur writes. (当新冠疫情意外地使人类活动暂停时，法国的噪音监测机构记录到许多城市的噪音水平下降了60%至75%。在全球范围内，在封锁期间野生动物的交流方式也发生了变化。由于船只航行大幅减少，新西兰海岸附近的鱼类和海豚将它们叫声的传播范围扩大了65%。然而，Sueur写道，当人类走出家门时，所有人类产生的声音及其对自然系统的有害影响也随之而来。)”可知，本段提到，新冠疫情期间人类活动暂停，城市噪音水平下降，新西兰海岸附近的鱼类和海豚因船只航行减少，叫声传播范围扩大。而当人类活动恢复，噪音也随之回来，对自然系统产生有害影响。由此可见，提及鱼类和海豚是为了通过它们在人类活动变化时的表现，具体说明人类活动对野生动物的影响。故选C。 【14题详解】 词义猜测题。根据文章第四段“Sueur calls for a greater awareness of the need to preserve zones where noise is not welcome, effectively proposing a global network of silent shelters for wildlife. The book, thus, highlights an imaginary dividing line between humanity and nature — an approach to conservation that has thwarted contemporary environmentalists who believe true conservation success comes from building a harmonious bond with nature.( Sueur呼吁人们提高对保护那些不欢迎噪音的区域的必要性的认识，实际上是提议建立一个全球性的野生动物静音庇护所网络。因此，这本书凸显了人类与自然之间一条想象中的分界线——这种保护方式让当代环保主义者……，因为他们认为真正的保护成功来自于与自然建立和谐的联系。)”可知，Sueur呼吁保护不欢迎噪音的区域，提议建立全球野生动物静音庇护所网络，这种做法凸显了人与自然之间一条想象中的分界线。而当代环保主义者认为真正的保护成功来自于与自然建立和谐的联系。由此可推测，Sueur的做法与当代环保主义者的理念不同，所以这种做法会让他们感到沮丧、气馁。选项D“discouraged”，意为“使沮丧”，符合语境。故选D。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“To encourage readers to act, the book could have included stories about successful no-fly zones where communities are working to address the problem. But the focus on solutions is narrow. Instead, his winding and wordy writing often carries a tone of anger, which could drive away the people he wants to silence.(为了鼓励读者采取行动，这本书本可以收录一些关于成功设立禁飞区的故事，在这些地方，社区正在努力解决噪音问题。但书中对解决方案的关注范围很窄。相反，他那迂回冗长的文字常常带有愤怒的语气，这可能会把那些他希望让其保持安静的人吓跑。)”可知，为了鼓励读者采取行动，这本书本可以收录一些关于成功设立禁飞区的故事，在这些地方社区正在努力解决问题。但书中对解决方案的关注范围很窄。相反，作者迂回冗长的文字常常带有愤怒的语气，这可能会把那些他希望让其保持安静的人吓跑。也就是说，因为作者愤怒的语气可能会把那些他希望影响的读者吓跑，所以这本书没能与这些读者建立联系、产生共鸣。故选C。 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。 We are so passionate about what we do. We get to travel this amazing world, make great friendships, make positive changes within local communities and help conserve animals. ___16___. It is not a nine-to-five job for us. You will find us available to answer your questions outside of the “normal” hours, be that 6:30 on a Monday morning or 20:00 on a Sunday evening. We also make it easy. You can contact us through online chat, by email, text, social media or telephone, ___17___, allowing this once in a lifetime opportunity to all travelers. Over the past couple of years, we have hosted many volunteers and made such a big impact around the world. Here’s the things you should know about us: ___18___ Not only do our volunteer programs directly help within the local community, but we ensure that all tasks aid the local economy, respect all cultures and support the development of the local infrastructure (基础设施), which is crucial to the long-term future of the city. We want you to have a great time We make sure you and other volunteers have the best time of your lives. The fastest and most efficient way for us to grow and spread our programs is by YOU. ___19___. That’s why we are so proud of our 5 out of 5 star rating. So, do something different and special when you next go abroad. ___20___. Whether you want to help protect the elephants in Sri Lanka, help the disabled in Nepal or teach children in Cambodia, the Mighty Roar can make it happen. A. Reviews are key to our success B. We are committed to conservation C. We have the perfect experience waiting for you D. All of our community programs are sustainable E. That’s the reason why we started the Mighty Roar F. Remember to share those experiences with your friends G. We aim to make our volunteering programs as accessible as possible 【答案】16. E 17. G 18. D 19. A 20. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了名为“Mighty Roar”的组织的相关信息，包括创办原因、沟通方式、志愿者项目的特点、期望志愿者获得美好体验以及能提供的不同志愿机会等内容。 【16题详解】 根据上文“We are so passionate about what we do. We get to travel this amazing world, make great friendships, make positive changes within local communities and help conserve animals.(我们对自己所做的事情充满热情。我们得以游历这个奇妙的世界，结交挚友，在当地社区做出积极的改变，并助力保护动物。)”可知，上文提到我们热衷于所做的事，能旅行、交友、在当地社区做积极改变以及保护动物。选项E“That’s the reason why we started the Mighty Roar(这就是我们创办Mighty Roar的原因。)”能够很好地承接上文，解释了做这些事情与创办组织之间的关系。故选E。 【17题详解】 根据上文“You can contact us through online chat, by email, text, social media or telephone(你可以通过在线聊天、电子邮件、短信、社交媒体或电话联系我们)”可知，上文提到了联系的各种方式；而下文“allowing this once in a lifetime opportunity to all travelers(让所有旅行者都有机会获得这个千载难逢的机会)”则指出空处让旅行者都有机会获得这个千载难逢的机会。选项G“We aim to make our volunteering programs as accessible as possible(我们旨在让我们的志愿者项目尽可能容易参与)”既解释了多种联系方式的目的，又能与后文让旅行者有机会相衔接。故选G。 【18题详解】 空处为小标题，为本段主要内容。根据下文“Not only do our volunteer programs directly help within the local community, but we ensure that all tasks aid the local economy, respect all cultures and support the development of the local infrastructure (基础设施), which is crucial to the long-term future of the city.(我们的志愿者项目不仅能直接为当地社区提供帮助，而且我们确保所有的工作都能促进当地经济发展、尊重所有文化，并支持当地基础设施的建设，这对城市的长远未来至关重要。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是志愿者项目对城市的长期未来至关重要。选项D“All of our community programs are sustainable(我们的所有社区项目都是可持续的。)”能够概括这一段关于项目对当地多方面产生长期积极影响，具有可持续性的内容。故选D。 【19题详解】 根据上文“The fastest and most efficient way for us to grow and spread our programs is by YOU.(对我们来说，让项目发展和传播最快最有效的方式是通过你。)”可知，上文提到让项目发展和传播最快最有效的方式是通过你。而空后“That’s why we are so proud of our 5 out of 5 star rating.(这就是为什么我们为我们的五星评级感到骄傲。)”则暗示空处和五星级评价有关。选项A“Reviews are key to our success(评价是我们成功的关键。)”说明通过 “你”（志愿者）的评价对项目发展很重要，进而解释了五星评级的意义。故选A。 【20题详解】 根据下文“Whether you want to help protect the elephants in Sri Lanka, help the disabled in Nepal or teach children in Cambodia, the Mighty Roar can make it happen.(无论你是想在斯里兰卡帮助保护大象，在尼泊尔帮助残疾人，还是在柬埔寨教孩子们，“Mighty Roar”都能帮你实现。)”可知，下文提到了很多项目体验。选项C“We have the perfect experience waiting for you(我们有完美的体验在等着你。)”承上启下，说明在Mighty Roar能让你有特别的经历。故选C。 第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 I’ve always been terrified of heights. The thought of being up high made my heart ____21____ and my hands sweat. But one summer, my friends and I decided to try rock climbing, and I chose to face my ____22____. We arrived at the climbing gym, and the ____23____ walls above us seemed like a huge challenge. When my friends eagerly put on their climbing belts and started practicing on the lower routes, I ____24____. I watched them with a mix of admiration and ____25____. I could feel a wave of self-doubt wash over me. When it was my ____26____, I finally took a deep breath and tied my belt. The first few feet were manageable, but as I climbed higher, my fear ____27____. My hands shook, and I grasped the holds ____28____. “You’re doing great!” my friends ____29____ from below, but I could barely hear them for the thundering of my own heart. I looked down and immediately ____30____ it, as the ground seemed so far away. I ____31____, trying to steady my breathing. I knew I had two choices: give up or keep going. I chose the latter. Slowly, I ____32____ upward. The higher I climbed, the more my confidence grew. When I finally reached the top, I couldn’t ____33____ the smile on my face and felt a sense of ____34____. That day, I learned that sometimes, the hardest part of overcoming a fear is taking the first ____35____. 21. A. sing B. race C. break D. fly 22. A. duty B. future C. danger D. fear 23. A. towering B. enclosing C. dividing D. bearing 24. A. agreed B. failed C. complained D. hesitated 25. A. gratitude B. desire C. anxiety D. sympathy 26. A. turn B. way C. choice D. favorite 27. A. held back B. built up C. faded away D. moved on 28. A. calmly B. skillfully C. tightly D. lightly 29. A. joked B. responded C. stressed D. cheered 30. A. enjoyed B. made C. regretted D. discovered 31. A. froze B. accepted C. cried D. waved 32. A. landed B. guided C. edged D. jumped 33. A. force B. feel C. put D. contain 34. A. balance B. achievement C. responsibility D. direction 35. A. step B. chance C. sight D. impression 【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. D 25. C 26. A 27. B 28. C 29. D 30. C 31. A 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述作者因恐高而害怕高处，却尝试攀岩直面恐惧，最终成功登顶、战胜自我的经历。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：一想到要到高处，我的心就狂跳，手心冒汗。A. sing 唱歌；B. race 疾走、猛跳；C. break 打破；D. fly 飞翔。根据前文“I’ve always been terrified of heights”可知，恐高会让人心脏狂跳，race 符合语境。故选B。 【22题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：但有一年夏天，我和朋友们决定尝试攀岩，我选择直面我的恐惧。A. duty 职责；B. future 未来；C. danger 危险；D. fear 恐惧。根据前文“I’ve always been terrified of heights”可知，此处指直面恐高这一恐惧。故选D。 【23题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们到达了攀岩馆，高耸的墙壁对我们来说像是一个巨大的挑战。A. towering 高耸的；B. enclosing 封闭的；C. dividing 分隔的；D. bearing 承重的。根据下文“walls above us seemed like a huge challenge.”可知，墙壁是高耸的。故选A。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：当朋友们急切地系上攀岩带，开始在较低的路线上练习时，我却犹豫了。A. agreed 同意；B. failed 失败；C. complained 抱怨；D. hesitated 犹豫。根据下文“I watched them with a mix of admiration and ___5___ . I could feel a wave of self-doubt wash over me.”可知，作者看到朋友们急切地开始练习，自己已经开始心生犹豫。故选D。 【25题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我看着他们，心中既有羡慕又有焦虑。A. gratitude 感激；B. desire 渴望；C. anxiety 焦虑；D. sympathy 同情。根据上文“I’ve always been terrified of heights.”可知，作者恐高。由此可推测，因为作者恐高，看到朋友们去攀岩，自己又不敢，所以此时心情是既羡慕又焦虑。故选C。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：轮到我时，我终于深吸一口气，系上了安全带。A. turn 轮流、机会；B. way 方法；C. choice 选择；D. favorite 偏爱之物。根据下文“I finally took a deep breath and tied my belt”中的“finally”可推测，终于轮到作者攀岩了。故选A。 【27题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：开始几英尺还能应付，但越往上爬，我的恐惧就越强烈。A. held back 阻碍；B. built up 逐渐增强；C. faded away 逐渐消失；D. moved on 继续前进。根据上文可知，作者恐高。再根据下文“My hands shook”可推测，随着爬得更高，作者的恐惧加剧。故选B。 【28题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：我的手在发抖，紧紧抓住岩点。A. calmly 冷静地；B. skillfully 熟练地；C. tightly 紧紧地；D. lightly 轻轻地。根据上文“The first few feet were manageable, but as I climbed higher, my fear ___7___ .”可知，由于作者恐高，所以爬得越高，作者越害怕。再根据常理可知，由于害怕，作者会紧紧地抓住岩壁上的支撑点。故选C。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“你做得很好！” 朋友们在下面欢呼，但我的心怦怦直跳，几乎听不见他们的声音。A. joked 开玩笑；B. responded 回应；C. stressed 强调；D. cheered 欢呼、鼓励。根据上文““You’re doing great!””可知，朋友们在下面为作者加油。故选D。 【30题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我低头一看，立刻就后悔了，因为地面看起来那么遥远。A. enjoyed 享受；B. made 制作；C. regretted 后悔；D. discovered 发现。根据上文内容可知，作者恐高；再根据下文“as the ground seemed so far away”可知，作者往下看后立刻就后悔。故选C。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我僵住了，努力平稳呼吸。A. froze 僵住、呆住；B. accepted 接受；C. cried 哭泣；D. waved 挥手。根据下文“trying to steady my breathing”以及上文提到的作者害怕的状态可知，作者此时是僵住了。故选A。 【32题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我慢慢地向上挪动。A. landed 着陆；B. guided 引导；C. edged 缓慢移动；D. jumped 跳跃。根据上文“I knew I had two choices: give up or keep going. I chose the latter.”可知，作者选择继续往上爬。再根据“slowly”可知，作者慢慢地一点一点地往上移动。故选C。 【33题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：当我终于爬到顶端时，我抑制不住脸上的笑容，感到一种成就感。A. force 强迫；B. feel 感觉；C. put 放置；D. contain 抑制、控制。根据上文“When I finally reached the top”可知，作者终于到达了顶端；根据常理可知，此时的作者抑制不住自己的笑容。故选D。 【34题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我终于爬到顶端时，我抑制不住脸上的笑容，感到一种成就感。A. balance 平衡；B. achievement 成就；C. responsibility 责任；D. direction 方向。根据上文内容可知，作者一直恐高，但是作者选择了直面恐惧。而此时，作者克服了恐高的恐惧，成功爬到顶部，所以会有一种成就感。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：那天我明白了，有时候，克服恐惧最难的部分是迈出第一步。A. step 步骤、脚步；B. chance 机会；C. sight 视力；D. impression 印象。根据全文内容可知，作者通过这次攀岩经历，明白了克服恐惧最困难的部分有时候是迈出第一步。故选A。 第二节（共10小题：每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Young people at the East Wind Foundation in Los Angeles’ Chinatown spend their after-school hours practicing the traditional folk art ___36___ lion dancing, an ancient art dating back to the Han Dynasty. It is not only a performance for these youths ___37___ a way for them to connect with the tradition and build a sense of belonging within the community in this ___38___ (dynamic) changing world. Lion dance is a demanding art form, requiring ___39___ (strong) and cooperation. Each evening, ___40___ (practice) begin with body-building exercises and martial arts training ___41___ (prepare) for the complex movements of lion dance. Through this disciplined routine, participants master the traditional techniques and develop toughness and teamwork ___42___ help build a foundation for personal growth. East Wind also teaches the cultural significance behind the art form. The annual blessing ceremony, where new lion heads are welcomed, ___43___ (offer) youths a chance to learn how to honor their ancestors. Elders guide them in traditions like dotting (点缀) a lion’s eyes with ink, ___44___ (awaken) the Lions to life in a symbolic way. Beyond ceremonies, East Wind builds community connections by organizing field trips in nature. These experiences allow youths from different families to explore and bond with their peers. They build lasting friendships while _____45_____ (enjoy) a meaningful interaction with nature. 【答案】36. of 37. but 38. dynamically 39. strength 40. practices 41. to prepare 42. that##which 43. offers 44. awakening 45. enjoying 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了洛杉矶唐人街东风基金会组织的舞狮活动，包括其历史背景、对年轻人的意义、训练内容、文化意义以及通过组织野外旅行来加强社区联系等方面。 【36题详解】 考查介词。句意：在洛杉矶唐人街的东风基金会，年轻人会利用课余时间练习传统民间艺术舞狮，这是一种可追溯至汉朝的古老艺术形式。空处为介词，意为“……的”，用介词“of”。故填of。 【37题详解】 考查固定搭配。句意：对于这些年轻人来说，舞狮不仅是一种表演，更是他们与传统文化建立联系的一种方式，让他们在这个瞬息万变的世界里，在社区中获得一种归属感。固定搭配：not only…but (also)…，意为“不但……而且……”，符合句意。故填but。 【38题详解】 考查副词。句意：对于这些年轻人来说，舞狮不仅是一种表演，更是他们与传统文化建立联系的一种方式，让他们在这个瞬息万变的世界里，在社区中获得一种归属感。修饰形容词用副词形式。故填dynamically。 【39题详解】 考查名词。句意：舞狮是一种对体力要求很高的艺术形式，需要力量与合作。空处考查名词形式担当宾语，意为“力量”。故填strength。 【40题详解】 考查名词的数。句意：每天晚上，练习从健身锻炼和武术训练开始，为舞狮的复杂动作做准备。空处为名词形式担当主语，根据谓语动词“begin”可知，空处为名词的复数形式。故填practices。 【41题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：每天晚上，练习从健身锻炼和武术训练开始，为舞狮的复杂动作做准备。空处为非谓语动词担当目的状语，用动词不定式形式。故填to prepare。 【42题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：通过这种严格的日常训练，参与者掌握了传统技巧，培养了坚韧的品质和团队合作精神，这为他们的个人成长奠定了基础。空处为定语从句的关系词；先行词为“toughness and teamwork”，在定语从句中担当主语，用关系代词“which或that”引导。故填which或that。 【43题详解】 考查谓语动词。句意：在每年迎接新狮头的祈福仪式上，年轻人有机会学习如何缅怀祖先。空处为本句谓语动词；根据上下文可知，本句时态为一般现在时；主语为“the annual blessing ceremony”，单数，和动词“offer”之间为主动关系。故填offers。 【44题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：长辈们会指导他们进行一些传统仪式，比如用墨水为狮眼点睛，以一种象征性的方式唤醒狮子的生命力。空处为非谓语动词担当结果状语，表示自然而然的结果，用现在分词形式。故填awakening。 【45题详解】 考查状语从句的省略。句意：他们在享受与自然有意义的互动的同时，也建立了持久的友谊。空处为状语从句的省略；主语“they”和动词“enjoy”之间为主动关系，用现在分词形式。故填enjoying。 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，在口语课上，外教Aaron组织同学们分组讨论“What are we losing with technology’s convenience and comfort?”这一话题。请你代表小组做总结发言，内容包括： (1)小组观点； (2)陈述理由。 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。 Hello, everyone. It is an honor to represent our group in summarizing our discussion. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文 Hello everyone, it is an honor to represent our group in summarizing our discussion. We believe that while technology brings convenience and comfort, it’s also taking away some valuable things from us. First, we are losing real face-to-face communication. Many people now prefer texting to talking, which weakens personal connections. Second, our critical thinking and problem-solving skills may decline since we often rely on quick online answers instead of thinking deeply. Finally, technology encourages a more inactive lifestyle, leading to health issues like obesity and poor fitness. In short, technology undoubtedly enhances our lives, but we must balance its use with real-life experiences and personal effort. Thanks for your listening. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生就“What are we losing with technology’s convenience and comfort?”这一话题，代表小组做总结发言。 【详解】1.词汇积累 宝贵的：valuable→precious 依赖：rely on→depend on 导致：lead to→contribute to 最后：finally→at last 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Finally, technology encourages a more inactive lifestyle, leading to health issues like obesity and poor fitness. 拓展句：Finally, technology encourages a more inactive lifestyle, which leads to health issues like obesity and poor fitness. 【点睛】【高分句型1】We believe that while technology brings convenience and comfort, it’s also taking away some valuable things from us.（运用了that引导宾语从句） 【高分句型2】Many people now prefer texting to talking, which weakens personal connections.（运用了which引导非限制性定语从句） 第二节（满分25分） 47. 读后续写 I’d always been told to take care of my older brother, Brian, who was born weak and small. I’d often tie his shoes or prepare another glass of water for him. My mom saw my larger size and strong body as a sign that I was to be a kind of guardian angel (守护天使) for Brian. However, that was not the case. One day our school sponsored a pumpkin-carving contest. First prize was $100, and I knew just how I would spend it. There was a brand-new game I was dying to own. So I decided the first place bonus definitely had to land in my pocket. When I had to carve the perfect pumpkin I’d picked out, it dawned on me that with my big clumsy fingers I’d surely screw it up (搞砸). I thought of Brian’s smaller, delicate hands and knew he was the man for the job. I immediately begged Brian. Unexpectedly, he asked for a cut. That was fifty-fifty. Quickly doing the math in my head, I figured out even if I split (分摊) the first prize, I’d still have enough cash for the game. So I gave in to Brian’s demands. With skillful hands Brian carved the perfect face, and now we had the best pumpkin ever. Then the unexpected happened: We came in second. Unfortunately, second prize was only $50, and I needed every penny of that to buy the game. The day of the awards ceremony, the principal handed over the money to me because Brian was home, sick with cold. If he really wanted to win, he would have been here today, I thought to myself, justifying stealing the cash from under poor Brian’s runny nose. With hardly a thought, I ran to the store and bought my dream game. That night when Brian asked if we had won, I denied, afraid to look into his eyes. The whole thing was never mentioned again until the day when Brian was packing for college. I played my usual role in helping him pack when I came across an old album filled with photos he had taken as the school photographer. 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。 Paragraph 1: I was enjoying the photos when one caught my eye. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: “You actually knew and didn’t say anything?“ I was shocked. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Paragraph 1: I was enjoying the photos when one caught my eye. It was a picture of the pumpkin we had carved together. Underneath, Brian had written, “My first real win with my brother. Even if we didn’t get first, it was a victory because we worked as a team.” Seeing those words, a wave of guilt washed over me. I remembered how I had selfishly taken all the money and lied to him. I realized how much I had let him down. I turned to Brian, ready to confess everything. Paragraph 2: “You actually knew and didn’t say anything?” I was shocked. Brian just smiled gently and said, “I always knew. But I also knew that you needed that game more than the money at that time. And I was proud of our teamwork, not the prize. I hoped one day you’d understand the real meaning of winning together.” His words made me feel even more ashamed. I apologized sincerely, vowing to make it up to him. From then on, I truly understood my role as his guardian angel and the importance of true brotherhood. 【解析】 【导语】本文以兄弟情谊为线索展开，讲述了作者一直被要求照顾体弱的哥哥布莱恩，在学校南瓜雕刻比赛中，作者因手指笨拙求助布莱恩，两人约定平分奖金，最终获得二等奖仅50美元，作者为买心仪的游戏，独自拿走奖金并向布莱恩撒谎。多年后，布莱恩收拾大学行李时，作者在他的相册里发现当年南瓜的照片，才得知布莱恩早已知道真相，从而领悟到兄弟情谊的真谛的故事。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“作者正欣赏着照片，突然一张照片吸引了他的目光。”可知，第一段可描写作者看到当年两人一起雕刻的南瓜照片，以及布莱恩写下的文字，内心充满愧疚，决定向布莱恩坦白当年的谎言。 ②由第二段首句内容““你竟然早就知道，却什么也没说？”作者震惊不已。”可知，第二段可描写布莱恩温柔解释自己早已知晓真相，在乎的是兄弟间的协作而非奖金，作者真诚道歉，领悟到兄弟情谊的重要性。 2.续写线索：翻看相册——发现照片——内心愧疚——决定坦白——得知真相——真诚道歉——领悟真谛 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①席卷：wash over/sweep over ②坦白：confess/admit ③发誓：vow/promise 情绪类 ①愧疚：guilt/ashamed ②对……感到自豪：be proud of/ take pride in 【点睛】[高分句型1] Seeing those words, a wave of guilt washed over me.（运用了现在分词短语作状语） [高分句型2] But I also knew that you needed that game more than the money at that time.（运用了that引导宾语从句） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 象山中学2024-2025学年度第二学期期中考试 高二 英语试题 （满分150分 时间：120分钟） 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 例: How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.18. C. £9.15. 1. What are the speakers talking about? A. A recent injury. B. A football match. C. A weekend plan. 2. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. At a subway station. B. In an art classroom. C. in a department store. 3. Why is the woman going to the NGV? A. To purchase a painting. B. To pick up her nephew. C To join in a family event. 4. What is the woman probably going to do next? A. Talk to the lecturer. B. Upload her recording. C. Catch up on the lecture. 5. How does the man feel now? A. Stressed. B. Satisfied. C. Disappointed. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. Why does the woman look so energetic? A. She got her favorite music. B. She went for a morning run. C. She played with new friends. 7. What does the man plan to do? A. Try jogging. B. Find a fitness coach. C. Download some music. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What is discussed about the movie? A. The plot. B. The characters. C. The special effects. 9. What does the man say about the movie? A. Engaging. B. Moving. C. Educational. 10. What will the woman probably do this weekend? A. Visit the park. B. Watch the movie. C. Go to the restaurant. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. What did the man see on the street? A. A dog wearing a hat. BM man walking a dog. C. A dog carrying a baseball. 12. What is the new coffee shop known for? A. Its special drink. B. Its unique location. C. Its dog-friendly setting. 13. What does the man plan to bring to the coffee shop? A. His hat. B. His camera. C. His dog. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What is the company working on? A. Green energy. B. Urban planning. C. Digital innovation. 15. What is the man's new job? A. A tech developer. B. A project manager. C. A marketing director. 16. What does the woman think of the man? A. Capable. B. Flexible. C. Humorous. 17. What is special about the new office building? A. It will be culture-rich. B. It will be eco-friendly. C. It will be artistic-looking 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is the speaker? A. A zookeeper. B. A visitor. C. A guide. 19. How did the speaker describe the monkeys? A. Playful. B. Scary. C. Clever. 20. What does the speaker compare penguins to? A. Energetic kids. B. TikTok comedians. C. Clumsy ballet dancers. 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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Join us at the 2025 ACA (American Camp Association) National Conference in Dallas for four days of learning and professional development from February 18 to 21. It is a wonderful opportunity to promote new connections with fellow camp professionals through social and issues-based networking. Conference Location Hilton Anatole hotel in the heart of Dallas was selected as the conference location for a good reason. It is close to all the city has to offer including beautiful architecture, historic landmarks, and exciting entertainment centers. When you’re ready to explore, Hilton Anatole is just minutes’ walk from these fantastic spots. It is also a short drive to Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field Airport. Hotel Reservations ACA’s contracted discounted rates will be available up to three days before and after our conference dates, on a first-come, first-served basis through January 22, 2025. Conference Rates for Standard Rooms: • Single/Double: $279 • Triple: $299 • Quadruple: $319 You will receive free basic wireless guestroom Internet and access to Verandah Health Club at the ACA’s contracted room rate, without adding the optional Resort Package. The reservation site may offer optional upgrades at additional cost based on availability. If making a reservation via phone, be sure to mention that you will participate in the ACA conference to access the correct room rate. 1. What makes Hilton Anatole the chosen site for the conference? A. Convenient location. B. Great popularity. C. Advanced facilities. D. Fascinating scenery. 2. What’s the deadline of booking rooms at a contracted discounted price? A. February 18. B. February 21. C. January 22. D. January 19. 3. What does the ACA’s contracted room rate include? A. Full-coverage network. B. VIP membership. C. Free room upgrades. D. Access to a fitness club. B The chaos of travel through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) calms down when you walk into the Orchestrina. At the start of a 1,000-foot-long hallway connecting Tom Bradley International Terminal’s (航站楼) Great Hall to its west gates, the light softens to blue. What amazes passengers is the gentle waves of music that greet them as they are carried through the terminal by the moving sidewalk. Along the way, the music shifts between 30 compositions from well-known artists. The Orchestrina, a piece of public art equipment from L.A. radio and Dublab, is part of a new three-year contract for the station to program live music and sound art at LAX. It’s an introduction to L.A.’s experimental music and art scenes. As passengers are on edge over the many things going wrong in the skies these days, the Orchestrina offers an experience of tasteful, mental peace. “That’s absolutely the intention, to offer, like, a break from the fast-paced urban schedule,” said Cohen, executive director of Dublab, “There’s a really interesting effect when you enter the hallway, coming down this long set of stairs and entering this blue light that completely surrounds you with music and field recordings where you can hear birds and wind passing through grass.” There are many events planned for the three years to come, as Dublab tries to make one of the most awful locations in the county somewhere you might intend staying longer and listening. “We desire to reflect our city, and I think we’ve got to bake the arts programming in as part of that. At the end of the day, we’re all just human beings using these public spaces.” explained Sarah Cifarelli, LAX Art Program Director. “That’s part of the point, though — to show off the city for anyone looking closely and make it gentler for anyone passing through. These are the things that you kind of live for, you work for, being part of the heartbeat of the city,” Cohen said, “It’s another step towards being integrated into the city whether intentionally or not.” 4. What impresses the passengers when they walk into the Orchestrina? A. The long hallway. B. The blue light. C. The moving sidewalk. D. The relaxing music. 5. What will Dublab’s three-year project bring according to Cohen? A. A refreshing interaction with nature. B. A momentary escape from busy routine. C. The increase in LAX’s commercial value. D. The promotion of local artists and their music. 6. What is the arts programming aimed at? A. Making full use of public spaces. B. Prioritizing showing off the city. C. Being mixed into the city’s identity. D. Speeding up the city’s development. 7. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Dublab’s Music: a Relief from Stress B. Exploring LAX: Finding Peace in Light C. LAX’s New Art Program: Peace in Chaos D. Orchestrina: a High-tech Design in the City C Bacteria know how to rough it out all over the earth. Ask most of them where they’d prefer to settle though, and a kitchen sponge (海绵) would probably top the list. Yes, it turns out that the very tool we use to clean our plates, which is warm, damp, and full of nutritious food pieces, is packed of tiny life. Lingchong You, a biologist at Duke University, along with his team, used computers to model the complex environment of a sponge for a 2022 study. He found that sponges featuring pockets of varying sizes are something that really matters for promoting bacterial growth. This holds significance as certain bacteria tend to grow independently while others demand the companionship of others. Within a sponge filled with holes and pockets, there exist such an abundance of diverse structures that everyone attains a state of satisfaction. Nevertheless, it does not necessarily follow that these tools present a health risk to us as well. Bacteria exist everywhere and not all are harmful; in fact, many perform vital jobs. The important question is, therefore, are the bacteria found in sponges even worth worrying about? In 2017, Jennifer Quinlan, a professor of food safety, and her colleagues, collected kitchen sponges from 100 homes, finding that only 1-2% of those sponges contained bacteria linked to food poisoning in humans and the ones that did contained only small amounts of harmful bacteria. “The vast majority of bacteria on sponges do not cause illness, and they’re just going to make them smell.” says Quinlan. This is not the whole story yet. If dangerous bacteria happen to arrive on the scene, the sponge’s special make-up makes it an ideal place for them to grow and multiply. And there’s evidence this is the case. 8. What can we learn from the first paragraph? A. Sponges are perfect tools in the kitchen. B. Bacteria prefer to live in dry environment. C. Kitchen sponges are good home for bacteria. D. Bacteria affect kitchen sponges’ performance. 9. What did Lingchong You find in his study? A. What encourages bacterial growth. B. How sponges are exactly structured. C. How bacteria grow independently. D. Why bacteria keep company with each other. 10. What does Quinlan think of bacteria on sponges? A. Poorly adaptive. B. Relatively harmless. C. Partly distributed. D. Surprisingly unpleasant. 11. What will be probably discussed in the following paragraph? A. Evidence of bacterial threat. B. The classification of bacteria. C. Methods to help bacterial growth. D. Research into applications of bacteria. D “Shhh!” This is the demand that eco-acoustics (生态声学) researcher Jerome Sueur makes of humanity. The noises of technology spread across even the remotest corners of the planet. Sueur explores the impact of the ever-present sound on the animal world in Natural History of Silence. Between travelogue-style chapters and philosophical reflections, the book covers many key terms and theories, such as the acoustic niche hypothesis (声学生态位假说), which assumes that each species has its own acoustic space to improve communication with its own kind and limit sound competition from other species. Sueur’s point is this: silence is a crucial resource, like food or water, which species compete for to survive. “Making sound is important,” he writes. But humans need to “make sure we are not more alive than others”. When the COVID-19 pandemic (流行病) unexpectedly put human activities on hold, noise-monitoring organizations in France recorded a 60 – 75% drop in sound levels in many cities. Globally, wildlife communication changed during lockdowns. Fish and dolphins off the coast of New Zealand extended the range of their calls by 65% owing to a sharp reduction in boat travel. However, when humans emerged from their homes, so did all human-generated sounds and their harmful effects on natural systems, Sueur writes. Sueur calls for a greater awareness of the need to preserve zones where noise is not welcome, effectively proposing a global network of silent shelters for wildlife. The book, thus, highlights an imaginary dividing line between humanity and nature — an approach to conservation that has thwarted contemporary environmentalists who believe true conservation success comes from building a harmonious bond with nature. Some even argue against it in public and attempt to seek more all-around solutions that involve local and indigenous (本土) communities. To encourage readers to act, the book could have included stories about successful no-fly zones where communities are working to address the problem. But the focus on solutions is narrow. Instead, his winding and wordy writing often carries a tone of anger, which could drive away the people he wants to silence. 12. What does the acoustic niche hypothesis assume? A. Species use sounds to communicate. B. Each species has a unique sound range. C. Species compete for sound resources. D. Making sound is the key to survival. 13. Why are fish and dolphins mentioned in paragraph 3? A. To show the destruction caused by the pandemic. B. To stress the role of animals in the local ecosystem. C. To illustrate the impact of human activities on wildlife. D. To compare responses of different animals to lockdowns. 14. What does the underlined word “thwarted” in paragraph 4 mean? A. Enlightened. B. Transformed. C. Misled. D. Discouraged. 15. What can we learn about the book from the last paragraph? A. It is written in an objective tone. B. It serves its writing purpose well. C. It fails to relate to certain readers. D. It conveys rather shallow ideas. 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。 We are so passionate about what we do. We get to travel this amazing world, make great friendships, make positive changes within local communities and help conserve animals. ___16___. It is not a nine-to-five job for us. You will find us available to answer your questions outside of the “normal” hours, be that 6:30 on a Monday morning or 20:00 on a Sunday evening. We also make it easy. You can contact us through online chat, by email, text, social media or telephone, ___17___, allowing this once in a lifetime opportunity to all travelers. Over the past couple of years, we have hosted many volunteers and made such a big impact around the world. Here’s the things you should know about us: ___18___ Not only do our volunteer programs directly help within the local community, but we ensure that all tasks aid the local economy, respect all cultures and support the development of the local infrastructure (基础设施), which is crucial to the long-term future of the city. We want you to have a great time We make sure you and other volunteers have the best time of your lives. The fastest and most efficient way for us to grow and spread our programs is by YOU. ___19___. That’s why we are so proud of our 5 out of 5 star rating. So, do something different and special when you next go abroad. ___20___. Whether you want to help protect the elephants in Sri Lanka, help the disabled in Nepal or teach children in Cambodia, the Mighty Roar can make it happen. A. Reviews are key to our success B. We are committed to conservation C. We have the perfect experience waiting for you D. All of our community programs are sustainable E. That’s the reason why we started the Mighty Roar F. Remember to share those experiences with your friends G. We aim to make our volunteering programs as accessible as possible 第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 I’ve always been terrified of heights. The thought of being up high made my heart ____21____ and my hands sweat. But one summer, my friends and I decided to try rock climbing, and I chose to face my ____22____. We arrived at the climbing gym, and the ____23____ walls above us seemed like a huge challenge. When my friends eagerly put on their climbing belts and started practicing on the lower routes, I ____24____. I watched them with a mix of admiration and ____25____. I could feel a wave of self-doubt wash over me. When it was my ____26____, I finally took a deep breath and tied my belt. The first few feet were manageable, but as I climbed higher, my fear ____27____. My hands shook, and I grasped the holds ____28____. “You’re doing great!” my friends ____29____ from below, but I could barely hear them for the thundering of my own heart. I looked down and immediately ____30____ it, as the ground seemed so far away. I ____31____, trying to steady my breathing. I knew I had two choices: give up or keep going. I chose the latter. Slowly, I ____32____ upward. The higher I climbed, the more my confidence grew. When I finally reached the top, I couldn’t ____33____ the smile on my face and felt a sense of ____34____. That day, I learned that sometimes, the hardest part of overcoming a fear is taking the first ____35____. 21. A. sing B. race C. break D. fly 22. A. duty B. future C. danger D. fear 23. A. towering B. enclosing C. dividing D. bearing 24. A. agreed B. failed C. complained D. hesitated 25. A. gratitude B. desire C. anxiety D. sympathy 26. A. turn B. way C. choice D. favorite 27. A. held back B. built up C. faded away D. moved on 28. A. calmly B. skillfully C. tightly D. lightly 29. A. joked B. responded C. stressed D. cheered 30. A. enjoyed B. made C. regretted D. discovered 31. A. froze B. accepted C. cried D. waved 32. A. landed B. guided C. edged D. jumped 33. A. force B. feel C. put D. contain 34. A. balance B. achievement C. responsibility D. direction 35. A. step B. chance C. sight D. impression 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。 Young people at the East Wind Foundation in Los Angeles’ Chinatown spend their after-school hours practicing the traditional folk art ___36___ lion dancing, an ancient art dating back to the Han Dynasty. It is not only a performance for these youths ___37___ a way for them to connect with the tradition and build a sense of belonging within the community in this ___38___ (dynamic) changing world. Lion dance is a demanding art form, requiring ___39___ (strong) and cooperation. Each evening, ___40___ (practice) begin with body-building exercises and martial arts training ___41___ (prepare) for the complex movements of lion dance. Through this disciplined routine, participants master the traditional techniques and develop toughness and teamwork ___42___ help build a foundation for personal growth. East Wind also teaches the cultural significance behind the art form. The annual blessing ceremony, where new lion heads are welcomed, ___43___ (offer) youths a chance to learn how to honor their ancestors. Elders guide them in traditions like dotting (点缀) a lion’s eyes with ink, ___44___ (awaken) the Lions to life in a symbolic way. Beyond ceremonies, East Wind builds community connections by organizing field trips in nature. These experiences allow youths from different families to explore and bond with their peers. They build lasting friendships while _____45_____ (enjoy) a meaningful interaction with nature. 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，在口语课上，外教Aaron组织同学们分组讨论“What are we losing with technology’s convenience and comfort?”这一话题。请你代表小组做总结发言，内容包括： (1)小组观点； (2)陈述理由。 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。 Hello, everyone. It is an honor to represent our group in summarizing our discussion. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节（满分25分） 47. 读后续写 I’d always been told to take care of my older brother, Brian, who was born weak and small. I’d often tie his shoes or prepare another glass of water for him. My mom saw my larger size and strong body as a sign that I was to be a kind of guardian angel (守护天使) for Brian. However, that was not the case. One day our school sponsored a pumpkin-carving contest. First prize was $100, and I knew just how I would spend it. There was a brand-new game I was dying to own. So I decided the first place bonus definitely had to land in my pocket. When I had to carve the perfect pumpkin I’d picked out, it dawned on me that with my big clumsy fingers I’d surely screw it up (搞砸). I thought of Brian’s smaller, delicate hands and knew he was the man for the job. I immediately begged Brian. Unexpectedly, he asked for a cut. That was fifty-fifty. Quickly doing the math in my head, I figured out even if I split (分摊) the first prize, I’d still have enough cash for the game. So I gave in to Brian’s demands. With skillful hands Brian carved the perfect face, and now we had the best pumpkin ever. Then the unexpected happened: We came in second. Unfortunately, second prize was only $50, and I needed every penny of that to buy the game. The day of the awards ceremony, the principal handed over the money to me because Brian was home, sick with cold. If he really wanted to win, he would have been here today, I thought to myself, justifying stealing the cash from under poor Brian’s runny nose. With hardly a thought, I ran to the store and bought my dream game. That night when Brian asked if we had won, I denied, afraid to look into his eyes. The whole thing was never mentioned again until the day when Brian was packing for college. I played my usual role in helping him pack when I came across an old album filled with photos he had taken as the school photographer. 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。 Paragraph 1: I was enjoying the photos when one caught my eye. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: “You actually knew and didn’t say anything?“ I was shocked. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $