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昭通一中教研联盟2024~2025学年下学期高二年级期末质量监测
英语 (A卷)
注意事项:
1. 答题前,考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号在答题卡上填写清楚。
2. 每小题选出答案后,用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。在试题卷上作答无效。
3. 考试结束后,请将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。满分150分,考试用时120分钟。
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. 此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What is the man?
A. A librarian. B. A student. C. A teacher.
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Where does the man want to go?
A. To Oxford. B. To Portsmouth. C. To Liverpool.
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What did the woman do today?
A. She cooked dinner. B. She washed her car. C. She bought some clothes.
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How much will the man pay for the USB flash drive?
A. 100 yuan. B. 85 yuan. C. 80 yuan.
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What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A gift. B. A phrase. C. A person.
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。
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
6. How often does Jessica take the swimming lesson?
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
7. What does Jessica plan to do this Sunday morning?
A. Do the housework. B. Go on a picnic. C. Visit the man.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
8. Who won the award?
A. The woman. B. Kelly Wilson. C. Nicola Jones.
9. What will the man do next?
A. Make some snacks. B. Send an email. C. Buy some drinks.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
10. How does the woman’s new house differ from her old one?
A. It has larger rooms. B. It has more rooms. C. It has a smaller garden.
11. What does the woman like most about her new house?
A. Its bedroom. B. Its kitchen. C. Its study.
12. Where is the woman’s new house?
A. In the city center. B. Near a water park. C. Close to a river.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
13. Who is the woman most probably talking to?
A Her neighbor. B. Her brother. C. Her co-worker.
14. What is the man going to do this Saturday afternoon?
A. Read a book. B. Go to the dentist. C. Watch a musical.
15. What does the man think of the woman’s original weekend plan?
A. It’s boring. B. It’s relaxing. C. It’s interesting.
16. When do the speakers decide to cycle together?
A. This Sunday morning. B. This Saturday morning. C. This Friday afternoon.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
17. What does the annual bird count make people focus on?
A. The care of caged birds.
B. The number of imported birds.
C. The protection of wild native birds.
18. What does National Bird Day stress?
A. Wild birds should live in wild conditions.
B. Bird owners should create the right environment for birds.
C. Bird admirers should take the lead in rejecting illegal bird trade.
19. Which country once was the largest importer of wild birds?
A. Senegal. B. America. C. Britain.
20. What percentage of the world’s bird species are likely to become extinct?
A. About 33%. B. About 25%. C. About 12%.
第二部分阅读 (共两节,满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
A
Summer Trip Programs
Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to spend your summer vacation? Do you want to learn new skills, make new friends, and explore new places? If your answer is yes, then you should join one of our summer trip programs!
We offer a variety of programs for different ages, interests, and budgets. You can choose from:
●Adventure Camp: This program is for thrill-seekers who want to try outdoor activities like hiking, camping, rafting, zip-lining, and more. You will visit beautiful natural sites and learn how to survive in the wild. This program is for ages 12 to 18 and costs $1,500 for two weeks.
●Cultural Exchange: This program is for curious learners who want to experience different cultures and languages. You will travel to a foreign country and stay with a host family. You will attend a local school, visit cultural attractions, and participate in community service. This program is for ages 15 to 21 and costs $3,000 for four weeks.
●Creative Workshop: This program is for artistic souls who want to express themselves through various forms of art. You will join a group of talented instructors and students who share your passion. You will learn how to paint, draw, sculpt, write, sing, dance, and more. You will also showcase your work at the end of the program. This program is for ages 10 to 16 and costs $1,000 for one week.
If you are interested in any of these programs, please visit our website or contact us for more information. Hurry up and sign up before the spots fill up! We hope to see you soon!
21. What age group is the Adventure Camp program for?
A. 10 to 16. B. 12 to 18.
C. 15 to 21. D. 12 to 2.
22. What kind of people is the Creative Workshop program for?
A. Thrill-seekers. B. Curious learners.
C. Artistic souls. D. All kinds of people.
23. Which program’s time is the shortest?
A. Adventure Camp. B. Cultural Exchange.
C. Creative Workshop. D. All are the same duration.
B
When Randy Smalls found out that his daughter, ReOnna, was in a group of students who bullied a girl at school, he couldn’t bear to sit back.
As someone all-too-familiar with being bullied, he felt they should say sorry to Ryan Reese, the girl who was getting picked on. And in doing so, he also found a way to teach his own daughter a lesson. He decided to help Ryan buy brand new clothes. ReOnna was upset, especially because she is into fashion. So Randy asked her to come with them and help pick out Ryan’s new clothes. Randy also took Ryan to get her hair done at a salon. Randy’s generosity became an inspiration. Several local salons also offered to help keep her looking beautiful in the months that followed.
Upset as ReOnna was at first, the more time she spent with Ryan, the more she began to truly understand the importance of not bullying. Not only because it’s not okay to hurt others but because you never know what someone else is going through. For Ryan, that included losing her dad, grandpa, and aunt in a short period of time. “I wasn’t expecting it,” Ryan said. “I just started to cry. It really took me deeper down in my depression.”
“As parents, we have to take responsibility for what our children do,” Randy said. “We can teach our children, but when they go and are around other children, something terrible may happen. When situations like this happen we have to take action and be the parent and not the friend.”
24. What did Randy find out?
A His daughter bullied a girl. B. His daughter was bullied.
C. His daughter failed in exams. D. His daughter got hurt at school.
25. How did Randy teach his daughter a lesson?
A. Urging her to make an apology to Ryan. B. Buying new clothes for Ryan.
C. Blaming her for being involved in bullying. D. Reporting the bullying to the school.
26. What led to ReOnna’s change in attitude toward bullying?
A. Her father’s strict discipline. B. Guilt over her own bullying behavior.
C. The influence from local salons’ kindness. D. Understanding Ryan’s personal struggles.
27. What is the difference between “be the parent” and “be the friend” according to Randy?
A. The parent is stricter. B. The parent is more caring.
C. The parent is more responsible. D. The parent is more helpful.
C
It might surprise you to learn that dogs are playing an increasingly important role as conservationists. For centuries, they have been known as man’s best friends. Now, their unique abilities are being made use of to help protect some of the world’s most threatened species.
Quick and loyal, dogs possess many qualities that make them ideal for fieldwork, but it’s their extraordinary sense of smell that makes them invaluable for conservation work. With around 220 million olfactory receptors (嗅觉受体) compared to just 5 million in humans, dogs can detect scents and analyze them with astonishing accuracy, devoting 40 times more of their brain to scent analysis than we do.
Thanks to this incredible ability, some dogs are now being trained to save at-risk animals by sniffing out their droppings. At the University of Washington’s Conservation Canines facility,20 specially trained dogs have successfully tracked killer whales’ droppings, which only float briefly on the ocean’s surface. Analyzing these samples enables scientists to monitor the health of killer whale populations, which are under significant stress from food shortages, pollution, and boat traffic.
Beyond tracking animal droppings, conservation dogs are also trained for live animal detection, further showcasing their abilities. They can locate rare species in their natural habitats. Additionally, they are now used to tackle the non-native species that threaten the survival of the local wildlife. Dogs also take on other important roles. For example, at Kenya’s Mombasa port, dogs sniff out illegal wildlife products such as rhino horns and ivory. Across Africa, they work on the front lines against illegal hunting, serving as a powerful security force enhancer.
While dogs may not be the ultimate solution to every conservation challenge, their incomparable abilities make them invaluable companions in the fight to protect our planet’s biodiversity.
28. Why are the figures mentioned in the second paragraph?
A. To recognize the importance of conservation work.
B. To suggest the amazing accuracy of dogs’ analysis.
C. To highlight the superiority of dogs’ sense of smell.
D. To show dogs’ impressive achievements in fieldwork.
29. How do dogs help protect killer whales?
A. By detecting their droppings. B. By tracking their movements.
C. By monitoring their populations. D. By analyzing the collected samples.
30. What can we learn from the examples given in paragraph 4?
A. Wildlife products are popular in African countries.
B. Non-native species affect the survival of local wildlife.
C. Dogs are used to detect and prevent illegal wildlife trade.
D. Dogs can accurately locate the natural habitats of rare species.
31. What is the best title for the text?
A. Dogs: Man’s Best Friends for Centuries
B. The Extraordinary Sense of Smell of Dogs
C. Challenges in Protecting Planet’s Biodiversity
D. Dogs: Invaluable Companions in Conservation
D
Scientists with the BrainGate research center have developed a breakthrough brain-computer interface (BCI). The system aims to restore communication for individuals with speech disabilities caused by conditions like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which leads to the gradual loss of mobility and speech. It uses implanted sensors to interpret brain signals when a user attempts to speak, transforming them into text that is read aloud by a computer. The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine on August 14, was led by David Brandman and Serge y Stavisky, faculty members at UC Davis Health.
ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, affects nerve cells controlling muscle movement. BCI technology can restore communication for those affected. In this study, Casey Harrell, a 45-year-old man with ALS, regained the ability to communicate effectively within minutes of using the system. Harrell described the experience as life-changing, saying, “My past condition was so demoralizing. Not being able to communicate seems as if you were trapped. Something like this technology will help people get back into life and society.”
The BrainGate clinical trial, led by Dr. Leigh Hochberg from Brown University, has made major progress in interpreting brain signals to help people with paralysis (瘫痪) communicate. In July 2023, the UC Davis team implanted a BCI device into Harrell’s brain, focusing on the left precentral gyrus, a part of the brain that controls speech. The system translates brain activity into phonemes (音素) and words, enabling real-time communication. Harrell’s BCI generated speech with a voice similar to his own, using software trained with existing voice samples of his voice before he developed ALS. This allowed him to connect with his loved ones in a deeply personal way.
Over 32 weeks and 248 hours of use, the system achieved remarkable results, with 99.6% accuracy for a 50-word vocabulary in 30 minutes of training and 90.2% accuracy for a 125,000-word vocabulary after 1.4 additional training hours. “This is transformative technology,” Brandman said. “It provides hope for people who want to speak but can’t.” Dr. John Ngai, director of the NIH’s BRAIN Initiative, highlighted the milestone as a major step in restoring communication for individuals locked in by paralysis.
32. What do we know about the BrainGate BCI?
A. It translates brain signals into speech. B. It is used to treat speech disabilities.
C. It helps people with ALS move and speak. D. It connects brains to make computers smarter.
33. What does the underlined word “demoralizing” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. Eye-opening. B. Demanding. C. Comforting. D. Discouraging.
34. Why was Harrell’s pre-ALS voice used to compose the speech?
A. To enable his communication in real time.
B. To improve the accuracy of speech translation.
C. To make his speech emotionally meaningful.
D. To help interpret his brain signals more easily.
35. What is Dr. John Ngai’s attitude towards the BrainGate BCI?
A. Unclear. B. Favourable. C. Disapproving. D. Cautious.
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Time Management
It is rightly said “Time and tide wait for none”. An individual should understand the value of time to succeed in all aspects of life. Here are some strategies that can help you manage your time properly.
Plan your day.
Prepare a To Do List or a “Task Plan”. Jot down (记下) the important activities that need to be done in a single day and the time that should be allocated to each activity. Complete the unsolved tasks one by one. ___36___ Tick the ones you have already completed.
Set objectives.
Working without goals and targets in an organization would be similar to a situation where the captain of the ship loses his way in the sea. ___37___ Set targets for yourself and make sure they are realistic ones and achievable.
___38___
Avoid keeping masses of files and heaps of paper at your workstation Throw what all you don’t need. Put important documents in folders. Keep the files in their respective drawers with labels on top of each file. It saves time which goes on unnecessary searching.
Set deadlines.
Set deadlines for yourself and strive hard to complete tasks ahead of the deadlines. Do not wait for your superiors to ask you every time. The person who can best set the deadlines is you. ___39___
Assign responsibilities.
___40___ Don’t do everything on your own. There are other people as well. The roles and responsibilities must be assigned according to interest and specialization of employees to finish tasks within deadlines. A person who does not have knowledge about something needs more time than someone who knows the work well.
A. Be focused.
B. Stay organized.
C. Yes, you would be lost.
D. Learn to say “NO” at workplace.
E. First complete your work and then do whatever you like.
F. Ask yourself how much time needs to be devoted to a particular task.
G. Do not begin fresh work unless you have finished your previous task.
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,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I had always been fascinated by mountains. Their silent majesty seemed to whisper ancient secrets, urging me to conquer their ___41___ . Last summer, I finally ___42___ my childhood dream — climbing Mount Jade.
The journey began at dawn. My backpack felt light, but I was filled with ___43___ and determination. The first two hours were ___44___, with birds singing and wildflowers nodding in the breeze. ___45___, as the path steepened, my breath grew shallow, and doubts crept in. “Can I really do this?” I gasped, ___46___ sweat from my forehead.
By noon, dark clouds ___47___. Raindrops struck my face like icy needles, turning the path into a muddy trap. My legs trembled; every step required struggling effort. Just as despair threatened to overwhelm me, an elderly hiker ahead turned and smiled: “The view up there is ___48___ the pain.” His words ignited a spark within.
Clenching my teeth, I staggered forward. Thunder roared, but I focused on ___49___ steps: “…97, 98, 99…” Finally, through the mist, the summit appeared. As I stood there, a wave of ___50___ swept over me. The valleys below were veiled in clouds, creating a scene straight from a Chinese ink painting. At that moment, I realized mountains aren’t meant to be conquered — they teach us to conquer our own ___51___.
Going down the mountain was harder, yet my heart felt ___52___. That night, I journaled: “Life’s summits aren’t about reaching the top, but discovering the ___53___ we carry within.” The mountain had transformed from a challenge into a mirror, reflecting my hidden courage.
Now, whenever I face difficulties, I recall the rain-soaked ___54___ and the elderly hiker’s smile. They remind me that every struggle is a step toward understanding oneself. After all, the greatest mountains we climb are never made of rock — they are built from fear we ___55___.
41. A. edges B. size C. peaks D. width
42. A. forgot B. fulfilled C. imagined D. abandoned
43. A. worry B. fear C. shock D. passion
44. A. tiring B. boring C. pleasant D. disappointing
45. A. However B. Otherwise C. Meanwhile D. Therefore
46. A. wiping B. sweeping C. washing D. rolling
47. A. ran B. split C. gathered D. flew
48. A. worthy B. valuable C. priceless D. worth
49. A. hearing B. seeing C. feeling D. counting
50 A. concern B. awe C. disappointment D. embarrassment
51. A. enemies B. limitations C. friends D. advantages
52. A. heavier B. depressed C. lighter D. astonished
53. A. strength B. weakness C. loneliness D. failure
54. A. jacket B. path C. grass D. river
55. A. get over B. take over C. come over D. go over
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容 (1个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。
The tradition of wearing flower-adorned headpieces, also ___56___ (know) as zanhua, has been treasured by Chinese women for hundreds of years. This custom, ___57___ appears in ancient artworks like Tang Dynasty painter Zhou Fang’s creations, still flourishes in Xunpu, ___58___ fishing village in Fujian where women skillfully manage daily work while crafting colorful floral crowns that show both their joyful attitude ___59___ dreams for a bright future.
Xunpu’s flower culture, which ___60___ (date) back over 800 years, connects seasonal blossoms like peonies with important life events. Local clothing styles ___61___ (feature) wide-sleeved green shirts and comfortable pants mirror the seaside living conditions. Flower crowns made from fresh blooms serve as a symbol ___62___ weddings and other festive occasions.
When Huang Liyong noticed young people neglecting this heritage in the early 2000s, she decided to take action. She established a workshop teaching crown-making techniques and providing photo services, and her efforts ___63___ (gradual) attracted attention through online platforms. “At its lowest, there ___64___ (be) only about 10 visitors to my studio in a month, but now, more than 500 come in a day,” Huang says.
This cultural revival has brought economic ___65___ (grow), generating yearly tourism income over 600 million yuan. Women now direct most cultural activities, combining old customs with new ideas. Huang is proud to see the headdress tradition return, and says that many young people not only wear the headdress, but also learn about its culture and pass it onto people around them.
第四部分写作 (共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
66. 在我们的成长过程中,每个人心中总有特别向往的工作,假设你校将举办主题为“My dream job”的演讲比赛。请你根据以下要求写一篇英语演讲稿,要点如下:
*你理想的工作;
*选择的理由;
*如何实现你的理想。
注意:
①词数不少于100,开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数;
②可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Good morning, everyone.
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Thank you for listening.
第二节 (满分25分)
67. 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,
Laura Mulvihill, a volunteer at the community center, felt the ride was probably very unusual when she picked up 89-year-old Ronald Dembner from the Veteran’s Hospital in Henry County, Georgia. It was obvious that he was struggling and in bad shape. But it wasn’t until they arrived at his home that her worst doubts were confirmed. Expecting to be greeted by family members, she was greeted by something out of a nightmare (噩梦) episode of Hoarders instead.
Mr. Ronald’s home was covered with rubbish. The kitchen was crowded with old, dirty dishes and leftovers. The carpets were smelly and worn, with visible tracks of dirt. The walls were covered with cobwebs (蜘蛛网) in the corners. To make the situation worse, the room smelt absolutely terrible, and there was no railing (扶手) on the stairs. Hardly could anyone imagine that a man should live in such a poor condition.
After talking with Mr. Ronald, Mulvihill learned that all of Ronald’s family members had passed away, he had no one to assist him. Even the home care nurses had stopped coming to visit as a result of the extremely awful living conditions. He was completely alone, except for his dog, Homer, who had taken to pooping (排便) in the house. Although he was unable to clean up the house by himself, he didn’t dare to reach out for help, for fear of being forced to a nursing home and losing his dog.
Horrified by what she witnessed, Mulvihill decided to take matters into her own hands. She knew it would take a team to make things right, so she called her friends and family members one by one and told them about the situation. Luckily, she found 10 warm-hearted people offering to help. The team was eventually formed.
注意:1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The team of volunteers came forward to help, with a desire to make a difference.
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Seeing the post from the Internet, more people joined in, donating their time and resources.
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昭通一中教研联盟2024~2025学年下学期高二年级期末质量监测
英语 (A卷)
注意事项:
1. 答题前,考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号在答题卡上填写清楚。
2. 每小题选出答案后,用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。在试题卷上作答无效。
3. 考试结束后,请将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。满分150分,考试用时120分钟。
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. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What is the man?
A. A librarian. B. A student. C. A teacher.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: Could you please tell me how to apply for a library card? I need to borrow a book recommended by my teacher.
W: Please fill in this application form and show me your student ID card.
M: All right.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
Where does the man want to go?
A. To Oxford. B. To Portsmouth. C. To Liverpool.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: This ticket is for Oxford.
M: Yes, that’s right.
W: But this train doesn’t go to Oxford. The next station is Portsmouth and its destination is Liverpool.
M: What? Liverpool? Oh no!
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What did the woman do today?
A. She cooked dinner. B. She washed her car. C. She bought some clothes.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: Thanks for going shopping with me today.
M: My pleasure.
W: I will put my new dresses in the car first. After that, let’s go for dinner. My shout!
4. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
How much will the man pay for the USB flash drive?
A. 100 yuan. B. 85 yuan. C. 80 yuan.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: This USB flash drive costs 100 yuan.
M: It’s too expensive. One of my co-workers just bought one for 80 yuan.
W: That’s impossible. That price is too low. You have to add another five yuan.
M: OK.
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What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A gift. B. A phrase. C. A person.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: The new professor has the gift of making his class relaxing.
M: Yes. He explained these difficult phrases in a very interesting way.
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。
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
6. How often does Jessica take the swimming lesson?
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
7. What does Jessica plan to do this Sunday morning?
A. Do the housework. B. Go on a picnic. C. Visit the man.
【答案】6. B 7. A
【解析】
【原文】M: Jessica, how about going for a picnic with me this Saturday afternoon?
W: I have to take a swimming class then.
M: Ah, it’s important to learn to swim. When did you start it and how often do you do it?
W: Three months ago. I have the class every Wednesday and Saturday. It’s tiring but really useful.
M: Yeah. Anyway, as for the picnic, how about this Sunday?
W: Let me see... In the morning, I will clean my room, and in the afternoon...yes, this Sunday afternoon will be OK.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
8 Who won the award?
A. The woman. B. Kelly Wilson. C. Nicola Jones.
9. What will the man do next?
A. Make some snacks. B. Send an email. C. Buy some drinks.
【答案】8. C 9. A
【解析】
【原文】W: Oh my goodness! He cannot be serious!
M: What happened?
W: Remember this morning I told you I won this year’s Housing Design Award?
M: Yes. What’s wrong?
W: Kelly Wilson, one of its organizers, just apologized for sending me the wrong email! I didn’t win. Someone called Nicola Jones won.
M: That’s awful! And I’m so sorry for you, Noelia. Can I do something for you? Do you want any drinks?
W: No, thanks. Actually, I’m a little hungry now. Can you bake me some cookies?
M: Sure.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
10. How does the woman’s new house differ from her old one?
A. It has larger rooms. B. It has more rooms. C. It has a smaller garden.
11. What does the woman like most about her new house?
A. Its bedroom. B. Its kitchen. C. Its study.
12. Where is the woman’s new house?
A. In the city center. B. Near a water park. C. Close to a river.
【答案】10. A 11. B 12. C
【解析】
【原文】M: Laura, did you move to your new house?
W: Yes, we moved in last week.
M: So, tell me something about it. How is it different from your old one?
W: Well, the new house has the same number of rooms, but each room is larger. We also have a larger garden.
M: So, it’s a three-bedroom house?
W: Yes. One bedroom is for my husband and me. There’s another one for our son. We decided to use the third one as a study.
M: That’s good. What is the kitchen like? I know both you and your husband like to cook.
W: That’s the main reason we chose this house. The kitchen is really large.
M: It’s on the edge of the city, right? There won’t be much noise or traffic.
W: Yeah, but it’s not convenient to go to the city center. Anyway, the environment is very nice. There is a natural park and a river nearby.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
13. Who is the woman most probably talking to?
A. Her neighbor. B. Her brother. C. Her co-worker.
14. What is the man going to do this Saturday afternoon?
A. Read a book. B. Go to the dentist. C. Watch a musical.
15. What does the man think of the woman’s original weekend plan?
A. It’s boring. B. It’s relaxing. C. It’s interesting.
16. When do the speakers decide to cycle together?
A. This Sunday morning. B. This Saturday morning. C. This Friday afternoon.
【答案】13. A 14. B 15. B 16. A
【解析】
【原文】W: Wow! Tomorrow is Saturday!
M: Oh, I almost forgot it.
W: Would you like to see the midnight movie with me tonight?
M: No, it’s a little boring. And it’s not safe to stay out too late. What about going to the new Italian restaurant near our neighborhood?
W: Great. I’ll contact you after work. By the way, do you have any plans for this weekend?
M: I plan to see the dentist on Saturday afternoon and go cycling on Sunday. How about you?
W: I just want to stay at home and do whatever I like, such as cooking, reading, listening to music and so on.
M: That’s relaxing. But you may miss something interesting if you stay at home all weekend.
W: Do you have any ideas?
M: Why don’t you ride a bike around the nearest lake with me? It’s a good way to exercise.
W: Good idea. And my brother bought me a new bicycle for my birthday last Friday.
M: Excellent. Let’s go cycling together at 8:00 a.m. this Sunday.
W: OK. See you then.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
17 What does the annual bird count make people focus on?
A. The care of caged birds.
B. The number of imported birds.
C. The protection of wild native birds.
18. What does National Bird Day stress?
A. Wild birds should live in wild conditions.
B. Bird owners should create the right environment for birds.
C. Bird admirers should take the lead in rejecting illegal bird trade.
19. Which country once was the largest importer of wild birds?
A. Senegal. B. America. C. Britain.
20. What percentage of the world’s bird species are likely to become extinct?
A. About 33%. B. About 25%. C. About 12%.
【答案】17. C 18. A 19. B 20. C
【解析】
【原文】M: National Bird Day is celebrated on January 5th, because the annual Christmas bird count ends on this date. The annual bird count focuses our attention on the conservation of wild native birds. National Bird Day adds a focus on the care of caged birds, most of which are from other countries and imported to the US as pets.
National Bird Day helps bird owners and admirers create the right environment for their pets and the right expectations for the bond between birds and their owners. Perhaps more importantly, however, National Bird Day emphasizes that wild birds should remain wild. Many bird species from tropical areas are threatened by extinction because of illegal capture and trade, and many birds die cruel deaths while being illegally transported across national borders.
About one-quarter of the known 9,600 bird species are traded in the global wild bird market. The largest exporters of wild birds are African countries, led by Senegal. The largest importers of wild birds are the countries in Europe. The US once was the largest importer of wild birds, but this has fallen dramatically since 1992.
According to the National Bird Day website, about 12% of the world’s bird species are in danger of extinction. Parrots are especially vulnerable — nearly one-third of the globe’s 330 parrot species are in trouble.
第二部分阅读 (共两节,满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
A
Summer Trip Programs
Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to spend your summer vacation? Do you want to learn new skills, make new friends, and explore new places? If your answer is yes, then you should join one of our summer trip programs!
We offer a variety of programs for different ages, interests, and budgets. You can choose from:
●Adventure Camp: This program is for thrill-seekers who want to try outdoor activities like hiking, camping, rafting, zip-lining, and more. You will visit beautiful natural sites and learn how to survive in the wild. This program is for ages 12 to 18 and costs $1,500 for two weeks.
●Cultural Exchange: This program is for curious learners who want to experience different cultures and languages. You will travel to a foreign country and stay with a host family. You will attend a local school, visit cultural attractions, and participate in community service. This program is for ages 15 to 21 and costs $3,000 for four weeks.
●Creative Workshop: This program is for artistic souls who want to express themselves through various forms of art. You will join a group of talented instructors and students who share your passion. You will learn how to paint, draw, sculpt, write, sing, dance, and more. You will also showcase your work at the end of the program. This program is for ages 10 to 16 and costs $1,000 for one week.
If you are interested in any of these programs, please visit our website or contact us for more information. Hurry up and sign up before the spots fill up! We hope to see you soon!
21. What age group is the Adventure Camp program for?
A. 10 to 16. B. 12 to 18.
C. 15 to 21. D. 12 to 2.
22. What kind of people is the Creative Workshop program for?
A. Thrill-seekers. B. Curious learners.
C. Artistic souls. D. All kinds of people.
23. Which program’s time is the shortest?
A. Adventure Camp. B. Cultural Exchange.
C. Creative Workshop. D. All are the same duration.
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了夏季旅行项目的有关信息。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据Adventure Camp部分的“This program is for ages 12 to 18 and costs $1,500 for two weeks.(该项目面向12至18岁的青少年,两周费用为1,500美元。)”可知,探险营是为12至18岁年龄段的人准备的。故选B。
【22题详解】
推理判断题。根据Creative Workshop部分的“This program is for artistic souls who want to express themselves through various forms of art.(这个项目是为有艺术灵魂的人设计的,他们想通过各种艺术形式来表达自己)”可知,这个项目是为有艺术天赋和兴趣的人准备的。故选C。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据Adventure Camp部分的“This program is for ages 12 to 18 and costs $1,500 for two weeks.(该项目面向12至18岁的青少年,两周费用为1,500美元。)”、Cultural Exchange部分的“This program is for ages 15 to 21 and costs $3,000 for four weeks.(该项目面向15至21岁的青少年,四周费用为3000美元。)”和Creative Workshop部分的“This program is for ages 10 to 16 and costs $1,000 for one week.(该项目面向10至16岁的青少年,一周费用为1,000美元。)”可知,Creative Workshop这个项目的时间最短。故选C。
B
When Randy Smalls found out that his daughter, ReOnna, was in a group of students who bullied a girl at school, he couldn’t bear to sit back.
As someone all-too-familiar with being bullied, he felt they should say sorry to Ryan Reese, the girl who was getting picked on. And in doing so, he also found a way to teach his own daughter a lesson. He decided to help Ryan buy brand new clothes. ReOnna was upset, especially because she is into fashion. So Randy asked her to come with them and help pick out Ryan’s new clothes. Randy also took Ryan to get her hair done at a salon. Randy’s generosity became an inspiration. Several local salons also offered to help keep her looking beautiful in the months that followed.
Upset as ReOnna was at first the more time she spent with Ryan, the more she began to truly understand the importance of not bullying. Not only because it’s not okay to hurt others but because you never know what someone else is going through. For Ryan, that included losing her dad, grandpa, and aunt in a short period of time. “I wasn’t expecting it,” Ryan said. “I just started to cry. It really took me deeper down in my depression.”
“As parents, we have to take responsibility for what our children do,” Randy said. “We can teach our children, but when they go and are around other children, something terrible may happen. When situations like this happen we have to take action and be the parent and not the friend.”
24. What did Randy find out?
A. His daughter bullied a girl. B. His daughter was bullied.
C. His daughter failed in exams. D. His daughter got hurt at school.
25. How did Randy teach his daughter a lesson?
A. Urging her to make an apology to Ryan. B. Buying new clothes for Ryan.
C. Blaming her for being involved in bullying. D. Reporting the bullying to the school.
26. What led to ReOnna’s change in attitude toward bullying?
A. Her father’s strict discipline. B. Guilt over her own bullying behavior.
C. The influence from local salons’ kindness. D. Understanding Ryan’s personal struggles.
27. What is the difference between “be the parent” and “be the friend” according to Randy?
A. The parent is stricter. B. The parent is more caring.
C. The parent is more responsible. D. The parent is more helpful.
【答案】24. A 25. B 26. D 27. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Randy为了教育自己霸凌他人的女儿ReOnna,帮助被霸凌的女孩Ryan买新衣服和美发的故事。通过这个经历,女儿逐渐理解了不霸凌他人的重要性,并且意识到了自己的行为对他人的影响。父亲强调了家长应该对孩子的行为负责,并且在孩子犯错时要采取行动,而不是只当朋友。
【24题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“When Randy Smalls found out that his daughter, ReOnna, was in a group of students who bullied a girl at school, he couldn’t bear to sit back. (当Randy Smalls发现他的女儿ReOnna是一个在学校欺负女生的学生时,他不能坐视不管。)”可知,Randy Smalls发现自己的女儿霸凌一名女孩,他不能坐视不管。故选A。
【25题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“As someone all-too-familiar with being bullied, he felt they should say sorry to Ryan Reese, the girl who was getting picked on. And in doing so, he also found a way to teach his own daughter a lesson. He decided to help Ryan buy brand new clothes. (作为一个非常熟悉被欺负的人,他觉得他们应该向被欺负的女孩Ryan Reese道歉。这样做,他也找到了一个教训自己女儿的方法。他决定帮Ryan买全新的衣服。)”可知,Randy决定给被霸凌女孩Ryan买新衣服来教育自己的女儿ReOnna。故选B。
【26题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“Upset as ReOnna was at first, the more time she spent with Ryan, the more she began to truly understand the importance of not bullying. Not only because it’s not okay to hurt others but because you never know what someone else is going through. For Ryan, that included losing her dad, grandpa, and aunt in a short period of time. “I wasn’t expecting it,” Ryan said. “I just started to cry. It really took me deeper down in my depression.” (ReOnna起初很沮丧,她和Ryan相处的时间越多,她就越开始真正理解不欺凌的重要性。不仅因为伤害别人是不好的,而且因为你永远不知道别人正在经历什么。对于Ryan来说,这包括在短时间内失去父亲、爷爷和阿姨。“我没想到,”Ryan说。“我就开始哭了。这真的让我更加沮丧。”)”可知,ReOnna态度转变的关键在于她了解了Ryan的个人困境,当她知晓Ryan在生活中面临诸多不易后,开始理解其处境,从而改变了对欺凌的看法。故选D。
【27题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段““As parents, we have to take responsibility for what our children do,” Randy said. “We can teach our children, but when they go and are around other children, something terrible may happen. When situations like this happen we have to take action and be the parent and not the friend.” (Randy说:“作为父母,我们必须对孩子的行为负责。”我们可以教育我们的孩子,但当他们去和其他孩子在一起时,可怕的事情可能会发生。当这种情况发生时,我们必须采取行动,成为父母,而不是朋友。)”可知,Randy认为“做父母”和“做朋友”的区别是父母要对孩子更负责任,即家长应该对孩子的行为负责,并且在孩子犯错时要采取行动,而不是只当朋友。故选C。
C
It might surprise you to learn that dogs are playing an increasingly important role as conservationists. For centuries, they have been known as man’s best friends. Now, their unique abilities are being made use of to help protect some of the world’s most threatened species.
Quick and loyal, dogs possess many qualities that make them ideal for fieldwork, but it’s their extraordinary sense of smell that makes them invaluable for conservation work. With around 220 million olfactory receptors (嗅觉受体) compared to just 5 million in humans, dogs can detect scents and analyze them with astonishing accuracy, devoting 40 times more of their brain to scent analysis than we do.
Thanks to this incredible ability, some dogs are now being trained to save at-risk animals by sniffing out their droppings. At the University of Washington’s Conservation Canines facility,20 specially trained dogs have successfully tracked killer whales’ droppings, which only float briefly on the ocean’s surface. Analyzing these samples enables scientists to monitor the health of killer whale populations, which are under significant stress from food shortages, pollution, and boat traffic.
Beyond tracking animal droppings, conservation dogs are also trained for live animal detection, further showcasing their abilities. They can locate rare species in their natural habitats. Additionally, they are now used to tackle the non-native species that threaten the survival of the local wildlife. Dogs also take on other important roles. For example, at Kenya’s Mombasa port, dogs sniff out illegal wildlife products such as rhino horns and ivory. Across Africa, they work on the front lines against illegal hunting, serving as a powerful security force enhancer.
While dogs may not be the ultimate solution to every conservation challenge, their incomparable abilities make them invaluable companions in the fight to protect our planet’s biodiversity.
28. Why are the figures mentioned in the second paragraph?
A. To recognize the importance of conservation work.
B. To suggest the amazing accuracy of dogs’ analysis.
C. To highlight the superiority of dogs’ sense of smell.
D. To show dogs’ impressive achievements in fieldwork.
29. How do dogs help protect killer whales?
A. By detecting their droppings. B. By tracking their movements.
C. By monitoring their populations. D. By analyzing the collected samples.
30. What can we learn from the examples given in paragraph 4?
A. Wildlife products are popular in African countries.
B. Non-native species affect the survival of local wildlife.
C. Dogs are used to detect and prevent illegal wildlife trade.
D. Dogs can accurately locate the natural habitats of rare species.
31. What is the best title for the text?
A. Dogs: Man’s Best Friends for Centuries
B. The Extraordinary Sense of Smell of Dogs
C. Challenges in Protecting Planet’s Biodiversity
D. Dogs: Invaluable Companions in Conservation
【答案】28. C 29. A 30. C 31. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是狗凭借其卓越的嗅觉能力,在保护濒危物种、打击非法野生动物交易等方面发挥重要作用,成为生态保护中的宝贵助手。
【28题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“With around 220 million olfactory receptors (嗅觉受体) compared to just 5 million in humans, dogs can detect scents and analyze them with astonishing accuracy, devoting 40 times more of their brain to scent analysis than we do. (狗拥有大约2.2亿个嗅觉受体,而人类仅有500万个,狗能以惊人的准确性检测和分析气味,它们用于气味分析的大脑部分比人类多出40倍)”可知,本段使用了具体的数字来比较狗和人类的嗅觉受体数量以及大脑用于分析气味的比例,以此突出狗的嗅觉能力远超人类。故选C项。
【29题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“At the University of Washington’s Conservation Canines facility, 20 specially trained dogs have successfully tracked killer whales’ droppings, which only float briefly on the ocean’s surface. Analyzing these samples enables scientists to monitor the health of killer whale populations, which are under significant stress from food shortages, pollution, and boat traffic. (在华盛顿大学的保护犬设施,20只特别训练的狗已经成功追踪到了虎鲸的粪便,这些粪便仅在海面上短暂漂浮。分析这些样本使科学家能够监测虎鲸种群的健康状况,这些种群正因食物短缺、污染和船只交通而承受着巨大的压力)”可知,经过特别训练的狗可以追踪到虎鲸的粪便,进而科学家分析这些粪便样本监测虎鲸种群的健康状况,由此可知,狗可以通过嗅探虎鲸的粪便帮助保护虎鲸。故选A项。
【30题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“Dogs also take on other important roles. For example, at Kenya’s Mombasa port, dogs sniff out illegal wildlife products such as rhino horns and ivory. Across Africa, they work on the frontlines against illegal hunting, serving as a powerful security force enhancer. (狗还承担着其他重要角色。例如,在肯尼亚的蒙巴萨港,狗嗅探出非法的野生动物产品,如犀牛角和象牙。在整个非洲,它们在打击非法狩猎的第一线工作,充当强大的安保力量增强者)”可知,狗还承担其他重要的角色,进而在下文中列举了狗嗅探出非法的野生动物产品,由此可知,本段举例说明狗在打击非法野生动物交易方面的作用。故选C项。
【31题详解】
主旨大意题。文章开篇指出狗在保护濒危物种方面发挥着越来越重要的作用,接着阐述了狗凭借其卓越的嗅觉在保护工作中所做的具体事情,如检测濒危动物粪便、追踪稀有物种、打击非法野生动物贸易等,最后强调狗在保护地球生物多样性方面是宝贵的伙伴,主要介绍了狗凭借其出色的嗅觉在保护濒危物种、打击非法野生动物贸易等保护工作中发挥着重要作用,D项“狗:保护工作中宝贵的伙伴”能准确概括文章主旨,适合作为标题。故选D项。
D
Scientists with the BrainGate research center have developed a breakthrough brain-computer interface (BCI). The system aims to restore communication for individuals with speech disabilities caused by conditions like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which leads to the gradual loss of mobility and speech. It uses implanted sensors to interpret brain signals when a user attempts to speak, transforming them into text that is read aloud by a computer. The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine on August 14, was led by David Brandman and Serge y Stavisky, faculty members at UC Davis Health.
ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, affects nerve cells controlling muscle movement. BCI technology can restore communication for those affected. In this study, Casey Harrell, a 45-year-old man with ALS, regained the ability to communicate effectively within minutes of using the system. Harrell described the experience as life-changing, saying, “My past condition was so demoralizing. Not being able to communicate seems as if you were trapped. Something like this technology will help people get back into life and society.”
The BrainGate clinical trial, led by Dr. Leigh Hochberg from Brown University, has made major progress in interpreting brain signals to help people with paralysis (瘫痪) communicate. In July 2023, the UC Davis team implanted a BCI device into Harrell’s brain, focusing on the left precentral gyrus, a part of the brain that controls speech. The system translates brain activity into phonemes (音素) and words, enabling real-time communication. Harrell’s BCI generated speech with a voice similar to his own, using software trained with existing voice samples of his voice before he developed ALS. This allowed him to connect with his loved ones in a deeply personal way.
Over 32 weeks and 248 hours of use, the system achieved remarkable results, with 99.6% accuracy for a 50-word vocabulary in 30 minutes of training and 90.2% accuracy for a 125,000-word vocabulary after 1.4 additional training hours. “This is transformative technology,” Brandman said. “It provides hope for people who want to speak but can’t.” Dr. John Ngai, director of the NIH’s BRAIN Initiative, highlighted the milestone as a major step in restoring communication for individuals locked in by paralysis.
32. What do we know about the BrainGate BCI?
A. It translates brain signals into speech. B. It is used to treat speech disabilities.
C. It helps people with ALS move and speak. D. It connects brains to make computers smarter.
33. What does the underlined word “demoralizing” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. Eye-opening. B. Demanding. C. Comforting. D. Discouraging.
34. Why was Harrell’s pre-ALS voice used to compose the speech?
A. To enable his communication in real time.
B. To improve the accuracy of speech translation.
C. To make his speech emotionally meaningful.
D. To help interpret his brain signals more easily.
35. What is Dr. John Ngai’s attitude towards the BrainGate BCI?
A. Unclear. B. Favourable. C. Disapproving. D. Cautious.
【答案】32. A 33. D 34. C 35. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了BrainGate研究中心的科学家们开发的一种突破性的脑机接口(BCI)系统,旨在帮助因渐冻症(ALS) 等疾病导致言语障碍的人恢复交流能力。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“The system aims to restore communication for individuals with speech disabilities caused by conditions like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which lead to the gradual loss of mobility and speech. It uses implanted sensors to interpret brain signals when a user attempts to speak, transforming them into text that is read aloud by a computer. (该系统旨在为因肌萎缩侧索硬化症(ALS)等疾病导致行动能力和言语能力逐渐丧失的患者恢复交流能力。它利用植入的传感器来解读用户尝试说话时的大脑信号,并将这些信号转换成文本,最后由计算机朗读出来)”可知,BrainGate BCI系统的主要功能是将大脑信号转化为语音,帮助那些因疾病失去言语能力的人恢复交流能力。故选A。
【33题详解】
词句猜测题。根据下文“Not being able to communicate seems as if you were trapped. (无法交流就像被困住了一样)”可知,哈雷尔过去因为无法交流而感到非常沮丧和受挫,由此可知,划线单词demoralizing意思是“使沮丧的、使失去信心的”,与D项Discouraging意思相近。故选D。
【34题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“Harrell’s BCI generated speech with a voice similar to his own, using software trained with existing voice samples of his voice before he developed ALS. This allowed him to connect with his loved ones in a deeply personal way. (哈雷尔的脑机接口使用在他患上ALS之前的语音样本训练的软件,生成了与他自己的声音相似的语音。这使他能够以非常个人化的方式与亲人交流)”可知,用哈雷尔患ALS前的声音来组成语音是为了使他能够以非常个人化的、富有情感意义的方式与亲人交流。故选C。
【35题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Dr. John Ngai, director of the NIH’s BRAIN Initiative, highlighted the milestone as a major step in restoring communication for individuals locked in by paralysis. (美国国立卫生研究院(NIH)脑研究计划(BRAIN Initiative) 主任约翰·奈博士强调,这一里程碑是恢复瘫痪患者交流能力的重要一步)”可知,Dr. John Ngai认为BrainGate BCI是恢复瘫痪患者交流能力的重要一步,这表明他对BrainGate BCI持支持态度。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,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Time Management
It is rightly said “Time and tide wait for none”. An individual should understand the value of time to succeed in all aspects of life. Here are some strategies that can help you manage your time properly.
Plan your day.
Prepare a To Do List or a “Task Plan”. Jot down (记下) the important activities that need to be done in a single day and the time that should be allocated to each activity. Complete the unsolved tasks one by one. ___36___ Tick the ones you have already completed.
Set objectives.
Working without goals and targets in an organization would be similar to a situation where the captain of the ship loses his way in the sea. ___37___ Set targets for yourself and make sure they are realistic ones and achievable.
___38___
Avoid keeping masses of files and heaps of paper at your workstation. Throw what all you don’t need. Put important documents in folders. Keep the files in their respective drawers with labels on top of each file. It saves time which goes on unnecessary searching.
Set deadlines.
Set deadlines for yourself and strive hard to complete tasks ahead of the deadlines. Do not wait for your superiors to ask you every time. The person who can best set the deadlines is you. ___39___
Assign responsibilities.
___40___ Don’t do everything on your own. There are other people as well. The roles and responsibilities must be assigned according to interest and specialization of employees to finish tasks within deadlines. A person who does not have knowledge about something needs more time than someone who knows the work well.
A. Be focused.
B. Stay organized.
C. Yes, you would be lost.
D. Learn to say “NO” at workplace.
E. First complete your work and then do whatever you like.
F. Ask yourself how much time needs to be devoted to a particular task.
G. Do not begin fresh work unless you have finished your previous task.
【答案】36. G 37. C 38. B 39. F 40. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文,介绍了实现有效管理时间的五条策略。。
【36题详解】
前文“Complete the unsolved tasks one by one.(逐一完成未解决的任务。)”讲述了要一条一条完成任务,后文“Tick the ones you have already completed.(在你已经完成的任务上打勾。)”讲述了做完任务后就打勾,由此可知,空处应讲述做完一项工作后再开始下一项,G项“除非你完成了上一项任务,否则不要开始新的工作。”符合题意。故选G。
【37题详解】
前文“Working without goals and targets in an organization would be similar to a situation where the captain of the ship loses his way in the sea.(在一个组织中没有目标和指标的情况下工作类似于船长在海上迷路的情况。)”讲述了工作时没有目标相当于船长在海上迷路,空处应承接上文,讲述这种情况的结果,C项“是的,你会迷路的。”符合题意。故选C。
【38题详解】
空处是本段小标题。根据下文“Avoid keeping masses of files and heaps of paper at your workstation. Throw what all you don’t need. Put important documents in folders. Keep the files in their respective drawers with labels on top of each file. It saves time which goes on unnecessary searching.(避免在办公桌上存放大量文件和纸张。扔掉你不需要的东西。把重要文件放在文件夹里。将文件放在各自的抽屉里,每个文件的顶部都有标签。它节省了不必要的搜索时间。)”可知,本段主要讲了如何保持井然有序,避免混乱。B项“保持有条理。”对整段起到了总结概括的作用。故选B。
【39题详解】
根据本段小标题“Set deadlines.(设定截止日期。)”可知,本段主要讲述了要给自己的任务设定时间,前文“The person who can best set the deadlines is you.(最能设定截止日期的人就是你自己。)”讲述了只有你自己可以设截止日期,所以空处应讲述自己怎样设置,F项“问你自己完成一项任务需要花多少时间。”符合题意。故选F。
【40题详解】
根据后文“Don’t do everything on your own. There are other people as well.(不要自己一个人做所有事。还有其他人。)”可知,空处应说在工作场所学会拒绝,D项“学会在工作场合说“不”。”符合题意。故选D。
第三部分语言运用 (共两节,满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I had always been fascinated by mountains. Their silent majesty seemed to whisper ancient secrets, urging me to conquer their ___41___ . Last summer, I finally ___42___ my childhood dream — climbing Mount Jade.
The journey began at dawn. My backpack felt light, but I was filled with ___43___ and determination. The first two hours were ___44___, with birds singing and wildflowers nodding in the breeze. ___45___, as the path steepened, my breath grew shallow, and doubts crept in. “Can I really do this?” I gasped, ___46___ sweat from my forehead.
By noon, dark clouds ___47___. Raindrops struck my face like icy needles, turning the path into a muddy trap. My legs trembled; every step required struggling effort. Just as despair threatened to overwhelm me, an elderly hiker ahead turned and smiled: “The view up there is ___48___ the pain.” His words ignited a spark within.
Clenching my teeth, I staggered forward. Thunder roared, but I focused on ___49___ steps: “…97, 98, 99…” Finally, through the mist, the summit appeared. As I stood there, a wave of ___50___ swept over me. The valleys below were veiled in clouds, creating a scene straight from a Chinese ink painting. At that moment, I realized mountains aren’t meant to be conquered — they teach us to conquer our own ___51___.
Going down the mountain was harder, yet my heart felt ___52___. That night, I journaled: “Life’s summits aren’t about reaching the top, but discovering the ___53___ we carry within.” The mountain had transformed from a challenge into a mirror, reflecting my hidden courage.
Now, whenever I face difficulties, I recall the rain-soaked ___54___ and the elderly hiker’s smile. They remind me that every struggle is a step toward understanding oneself. After all, the greatest mountains we climb are never made of rock — they are built from fear we ___55___.
41. A. edges B. size C. peaks D. width
42. A. forgot B. fulfilled C. imagined D. abandoned
43. A. worry B. fear C. shock D. passion
44. A. tiring B. boring C. pleasant D. disappointing
45. A. However B. Otherwise C. Meanwhile D. Therefore
46. A. wiping B. sweeping C. washing D. rolling
47. A. ran B. split C. gathered D. flew
48. A. worthy B. valuable C. priceless D. worth
49. A. hearing B. seeing C. feeling D. counting
50. A. concern B. awe C. disappointment D. embarrassment
51. A. enemies B. limitations C. friends D. advantages
52. A. heavier B. depressed C. lighter D. astonished
53. A. strength B. weakness C. loneliness D. failure
54. A. jacket B. path C. grass D. river
55. A. get over B. take over C. come over D. go over
【答案】41. C 42. B 43. D 44. C 45. A 46. A 47. C 48. D 49. D 50. B 51. B 52. C 53. A 54. B 55. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章描述了作者实现童年梦想——攀登玉山的经历。
【41题详解】
考查动名词词义辨析。句意:它们沉默的威严似乎在低语着古老的秘密,催促着我去征服它们的山峰。A. edges边缘;B. size尺度;C. peaks山峰;D. width宽度。根据前文“I had always been fascinated by mountains.”可知,作者要去征服山峰。故选C。
【42题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:去年夏天,我终于实现了儿时的梦想——爬玉山。A. forgot忘记;B. fulfilled完成;C. imagined想象;D. abandoned抛弃。根据后文“my childhood dream — climbing Mount Jade”等内容可知,作者实现了儿时的梦想。故选B。
【43题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我的背包感觉很轻,但我充满了激情和决心。A. worry担忧;B. fear恐惧;C. shock震惊;D. passion激情。根据前文“I had always been fascinated by mountains.”可知,作者喜欢爬山,所以对爬山充满激情和决心。故选D。
【44题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:头两个小时是愉快的,鸟儿在歌唱,野花在微风中点头。A. tiring累人的;B. boring烦人的;C. pleasant令人愉快的;D. disappointing令人失望的。根据后文“with birds singing and wildflowers nodding in the breeze”可知,头两个小时是令人愉快的。故选C。
【45题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:然而,随着道路变得越来越陡峭,我的呼吸变得越来越浅,怀疑也悄然而至。A. However然而;B. Otherwise否则;C. Meanwhile同时;D. Therefore因此。根据后文“as the path steepened, my breath grew shallow, and doubts crept in”可知,后文和前文之间存在转折关系。故选A。
【46题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:“我真的能做到吗?”我喘着气,擦去额头上的汗。A. wiping擦;B. sweeping扫;C. washing洗;D. rolling滚动;根据后文“sweat from my forehead”可知,是擦去额头上的汗。故选A。
【47题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:到了中午,乌云密布。A. ran跑;B. split分手,分摊;C. gathered聚集;D. flew飞。根据后文“Raindrops struck my face”可知,下雨之前乌云密布。故选C。
【48题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:就在我快要绝望的时候,前面一位年长的徒步旅行者转过身来,微笑着说:“那上面的风景值得受些痛苦。”A. worthy值得的;B. valuable有价值的;C. priceless无价的;D. worth值得。根据后文“His words ignited a spark within.”可知,长者鼓励作者说,这是值得的。固定搭配be worth表示“值得”,后接名词,而worthy需接of,故选D。
【49题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:雷声隆隆,但我专注地数着脚步:“……97,98,99……”终于,透过薄雾,顶峰出现了。A. hearing听;B. seeing看;C. feeling感觉;D. counting数数。根据后文“……97, 98, 99……”可知,作者在数着脚步。故选D。
【50题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我站在那里,一股敬畏之情席卷了我。A. concern担忧;B. awe敬畏;C. disappointment失望;D. embarrassment尴尬。根据后文“The valleys below were veiled in clouds, creating a scene straight from a Chinese ink painting.”可知,站在高山上看到的自然景色令人敬畏。故选B。
【51题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:那一刻,我意识到高山不是用来征服的——它们教会我们征服自身的局限。A. enemies敌人;B. limitations局限;C. friends朋友;D. advantages优势。根据前文“I realized mountains aren’t meant to be conquered ”可知,作者克服自身困难,爬上山峰,感觉不是征服了高山,而是征服了自身的局限。故选B。
【52题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:下山比较困难,但我的心里却感到轻松。A. heavier更重的;B. depressed沮丧的;C. lighter更轻的;D. astonished惊讶的。根据前文“Going down the mountain was harder, yet my heart felt”可知,因为已经登上了山顶,虽然下山困难,但是心里却感到轻松。故选C。
【53题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:那天晚上,我在日记中写道:“人生的高峰不在于到达顶峰,而在于发现我们内心的力量。”A. strength力量,优势;B. weakness缺点,软弱;C. loneliness孤独;D. failure失败。根据常识和前文“I realized mountains aren’t meant to be conquered — they teach us to conquer our own ____ ”可知,人生的高峰不在于到达顶峰,而在于发现我们内心的力量。故选A。
【54题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:现在,每当我遇到困难,我就会想起那被雨水浸湿的小路和那位徒步老人的微笑。A. jacket夹克衫;B. path道路;C. grass草地;D. river河流。根据前文“I recall”和后文“the elderly hiker’s smile”以及前文第三段中“Raindrops struck my face like icy needles, turning the path into a muddy trap. ”可知,此处指作者遇到爬山长者的泥泞小路。故选B。
【55题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:毕竟,我们所攀登的最高峰从来都不是由岩石构成的——它们是由我们克服的恐惧建立起来的。A. get over克服;B. take over接管;C. come over过来;D. go over仔细检查。根据前文“they are built from fear”可知,此处引申说明我们所攀登的最高峰是由我们克服的恐惧建立起来的。故选A。
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容 (1个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。
The tradition of wearing flower-adorned headpieces, also ___56___ (know) as zanhua, has been treasured by Chinese women for hundreds of years. This custom, ___57___ appears in ancient artworks like Tang Dynasty painter Zhou Fang’s creations, still flourishes in Xunpu, ___58___ fishing village in Fujian where women skillfully manage daily work while crafting colorful floral crowns that show both their joyful attitude ___59___ dreams for a bright future.
Xunpu’s flower culture, which ___60___ (date) back over 800 years, connects seasonal blossoms like peonies with important life events. Local clothing styles ___61___ (feature) wide-sleeved green shirts and comfortable pants mirror the seaside living conditions. Flower crowns made from fresh blooms serve as a symbol ___62___ weddings and other festive occasions.
When Huang Liyong noticed young people neglecting this heritage in the early 2000s, she decided to take action. She established a workshop teaching crown-making techniques and providing photo services, and her efforts ___63___ (gradual) attracted attention through online platforms. “At its lowest, there ___64___ (be) only about 10 visitors to my studio in a month, but now, more than 500 come in a day,” Huang says.
This cultural revival has brought economic ___65___ (grow), generating yearly tourism income over 600 million yuan. Women now direct most cultural activities, combining old customs with new ideas. Huang is proud to see the headdress tradition return, and says that many young people not only wear the headdress, but also learn about its culture and pass it onto people around them.
【答案】56. known
57. which 58. a
59. and 60. dates
61. featuring
62. of 63. gradually
64. were 65. growth
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了中国女性佩戴花饰头饰 (簪花)的传统习俗,以及这一习俗在福建蟳埔村的传承与复兴,特别是通过当地女性黄丽勇的努力,使得这一文化遗产得以在现代社会中焕发新的活力,并带动了当地经济的发展。
【56题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:佩戴花饰头饰,也被称为簪花的传统,数百年来一直受到中国女性的珍视。句中已有谓语动词“has been treasured”, 所以空格处应用非谓语动词形式,因know与逻辑主语The tradition之间是被动关系,所以用过去分词形式,作后置定语。故填known。
【57题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:这一习俗出现在唐代画家周昉等古代艺术作品中,至今仍在福建蟳埔村繁荣发展,蟳埔村是一个渔村,那里的女性在熟练处理日常工作的同时,还制作着色彩斑斓的花冠,既展现了她们的快乐态度,也寄托了对美好未来的梦想。此处为非限制性定语从句,先行词为This custom,指物,在从句中作主语,所以用关系代词which引导。故填which。
【58题详解】
考查冠词。句意:同上。此处表示泛指 “一个渔村”,且fishing的发音以辅音音素开头,所以用不定冠词a。故填a。
【59题详解】
考查连词。句意:同上。both…and…为固定短语,意为“……和……”,用于连接并列内容,此处用于连接“ (their joyful) attitude”和“dreams (for a bright future)”。故填and。
【60题详解】
考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意:蟳埔的花文化可以追溯到800多年前,它将牡丹等季节性花卉与重要的生活事件联系在一起。此处为定语从句中的谓语动词,从句描述客观事实,所以用一般现在时,且which指代先行词Xunpu’s flower culture, 为单数,所以谓语动词用第三人称单数形式。故填dates。
【61题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:当地以宽袖绿衬衫和舒适裤子为特色的服装风格反映了海边的生活条件。句中已有谓语动词“mirror”,所以需用非谓语动词形式,修饰Local clothing styles, feature与Local clothing styles之间是主动关系,所以用现在分词形式作后置定语。故填featuring。
【62题详解】
考查介词。句意:用鲜花制成的花冠是婚礼和其他喜庆场合的象征。a symbol of sth.为固定搭配“……的象征”,花冠是婚礼等场合的象征。故填of。
【63题详解】
考查副词。句意:她成立了一个工作室,教授制作花冠的技巧,并提供摄影服务,通过在线平台,她的努力逐渐吸引了人们的关注。修饰动词attracted应用gradual的副词形式gradually, 意为“逐渐地”。故填gradually。
【64题详解】
考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意:“在最冷清的时候,我的工作室一个月只有大约10名访客,但现在,一天就有500多人来,”黄说。根据句意和时间状语“At its lowest”可知,此处描述的是过去的情况,所以用一般过去时,且主语“only about 10 visitors”为复数,所以谓语动词用复数形式。故填were。
【65题详解】
考查名词。句意:这种文化的复兴带来了经济增长,每年创造超过6亿元的旅游收入。根据前面的谓语动词has brought和形容词economic可知,此处应用grow的名词形式growth作宾语,意为“增长”,为不可数名词。故填growth。
第四部分写作 (共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
66. 在我们的成长过程中,每个人心中总有特别向往的工作,假设你校将举办主题为“My dream job”的演讲比赛。请你根据以下要求写一篇英语演讲稿,要点如下:
*你理想的工作;
*选择的理由;
*如何实现你的理想。
注意:
①词数不少于100,开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数;
②可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Good morning, everyone.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thank you for listening.
【答案】Good morning, everyone. I feel honored to deliver a speech here sharing my dream job with you. I hope to be a teacher in the future.
The main reason is that I get a lot of positive energy from my English teacher. As a teacher, I’ll be motivated to keep updating what I have learned through lifelong learning so as to keep pace with young students. Besides, education plays an increasing important role in the development of society. Therefore, more qualified teachers are in great demand. What’s more, I’m outgoing and enjoy communicating with others, which is definitely helpful in the teaching career.
To reach my dream, I will work hard to enter a good university to equip myself with relevant knowledge and teaching skills. I believe I will become a good teacher through efforts.
Thank you for listening.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。假设你校将举办主题为“My dream job”的演讲比赛。请考生根据所给要求写一篇英语演讲稿。
【详解】1.词汇积累
为了:so as to→ in order to
此外:besides → in addition
赶上:keep pace with→ catch up with
因此:therefore→ consequently
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:I feel honored to deliver a speech here sharing my dream job with you.
拓展句:I feel honored to deliver a speech in which I will share my dream job with you.
【点睛】【高分句型1】What’s more, I’m outgoing and enjoy communicating with others, which is definitely helpful in the teaching career.(运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】As a teacher, I’ll be motivated to keep updating what I have learned through lifelong learning so as to keep pace with young students.(运用了what引导宾语从句)
第二节 (满分25分)
67. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整短文,
Laura Mulvihill, a volunteer at the community center, felt the ride was probably very unusual when she picked up 89-year-old Ronald Dembner from the Veteran’s Hospital in Henry County, Georgia. It was obvious that he was struggling and in bad shape. But it wasn’t until they arrived at his home that her worst doubts were confirmed. Expecting to be greeted by family members, she was greeted by something out of a nightmare (噩梦) episode of Hoarders instead.
Mr. Ronald’s home was covered with rubbish. The kitchen was crowded with old dirty dishes and leftovers. The carpets were smelly and worn, with visible tracks of dirt. The walls were covered with cobwebs (蜘蛛网) in the corners. To make the situation worse, the room smelt absolutely terrible, and there was no railing (扶手) on the stairs. Hardly could anyone imagine that a man should live in such a poor condition.
After talking with Mr. Ronald, Mulvihill learned that all of Ronald’s family members had passed away, he had no one to assist him. Even the home care nurses had stopped coming to visit as a result of the extremely awful living conditions. He was completely alone, except for his dog, Homer, who had taken to pooping (排便) in the house. Although he was unable to clean up the house by himself, he didn’t dare to reach out for help, for fear of being forced to a nursing home and losing his dog.
Horrified by what she witnessed, Mulvihill decided to take matters into her own hands. She knew it would take a team to make things right, so she called her friends and family members one by one and told them about the situation. Luckily, she found 10 warm-hearted people offering to help. The team was eventually formed.
注意:1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The team of volunteers came forward to help, with a desire to make a difference.
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Seeing the post from the Internet, more people joined in, donating their time and resources.
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【答案】The team of volunteers came forward to help, with a desire to make a difference. Equipped with brooms and mops, they immediately got down to work. It took them hours to completely clean up the poop of Homer, wash the dirty carpet and build a new railing for the stairs. When they finally put everything in order, the volunteers decided that they would also come up with a plan for further support. They posted the pictures of Mr. Ronald and his newly decorated house on social media, gave a detailed description of the situation and appealed to more people to offer a helping hand. (89词)
Seeing the post from the Internet, more people joined in, donating their time and resources. They even organized a schedule to take turns to visit Mr. Ronald weekly, ensuring he had all the support he needed to maintain his home and chasing away his loneliness. The busy and cheerful volunteers moved Mr. Ronald to tears. He couldn’t help but thank them over and over again. Seeing the brand new house and the grateful face of Mr. Ronald, Mulvihill was amazed how her single act of kindness rippled outward and ended up with something remarkable. (79词)
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,主要讲述的是Laura Mulvihill在接送一位89岁的老人Ronald Dembner回家时,发现他的居住环境极其恶劣,家庭护理护士也不再上门。除了他的狗Homer,Ronald完全孤身一人,虽然他无法自己清理房子,但又不敢寻求帮助。Laura Mulvihill在目睹这一切后,决定亲自处理此事,她召集了朋友和家人,最终组成了一个由10名热心人组成的团队来帮助Ronald改善居住环境。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“志愿者团队挺身而出,希望能有所作为。”可知,第一段可描写志愿者团队帮助Ronald改善居住环境的过程,以及他们后续计划进一步提供支持的举措。
②由第二段首句内容“看到网上的帖子,更多的人加入进来,贡献自己的时间和资源。”可知,第二段可描写更多人帮助Mr. Ronald和Mr. Ronald的感激之情。
2.续写线索:开始工作——劳动——决定制定计划——呼吁——制定时间表——Mr. Ronald感动和感谢——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①开始工作:get down to work/set out to work
②提出计划:come up with a plan/put forward a plan
③呼吁:appeal to sb. to do sth./call on sb. to do sth.
情绪类
①使感动:move/touch
②感激:grateful/thankful
【点睛】[高分句型1] When they finally put everything in order, the volunteers decided that they would also come up with a plan for further support. (由when引导的时间状语从句和that引导的宾语从句)
[高分句型2] They even organized a schedule to take turns to visit Mr. Ronald weekly, ensuring he had all the support he needed to maintain his home and chasing away his loneliness. (由现在分词作状语,that引导的宾语从句,省略了that和that/which引导的限制性定语从句,省略了that/which)
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