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射洪中学高2023级高二下期期末模拟考试 英语 本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 注意事项： 1．答题前，务必将自己的姓名、考籍号填写在答题卡规定的位置上。 2．答选择题时，必须使用2B铅笔将答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。 3．答非选择题时，必须使用0.5毫米黑色笔迹的签字笔，将答案书写在答题卡规定的位置上。 4．所有题目必须在答题卡上作答，在试题卷上答题无效。 5．考试结束后，只将答题卡交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1．When will the woman turn up at the party? A．At 6: 30 pm. B．At 7:00 pm. C．At 7:30 pm. 2．Where does the conversation probably take place? A．At home. B．In a car. C．In a shop. 3．What will the man do? A．Invite John. B．Study in the library. C．Stay at home. 4．Why does the man make the call? A．To offer help. B．To recommend a garage. C．To make an appointment. 5．How do the speakers sound? A．Surprised. B．Exhausted. C．Humorous. 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．What does the man think of mind-reading? A．Confusing. B．Unreal. C．Interesting. 7．What will the speakers do right now? A．Order food. B．Study mind-reading. C．Go to the theatre. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8．What does the man do? A．A receptionist. B．A waiter. C．A travel agent. 9．What troubles the woman? A．The paperwork. B．The check-in service. C．The Internet connection. 10．Where will the woman go tomorrow? A．The history museum. B．The beach. C．The shopping mall. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11．What is the relationship between the speakers? A．Husband and wife. B．Father and daughter. C．Roommates. 12．Why does the man refuse Emma’s request for a pet at first? A．It’s too expensive. B．It may affect her health. C．It requires much responsibility. 13．How will the speakers probably adopt a pet? A．By visiting the shelter. B．By making a call. C．By searching online. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14．What is the woman doing? A．Conducting a survey. B．Hosting an interview. C．Chairing a conference. 15．What impressed Tim most on the Space Station? A．The space walking. B．The weightless environment. C．The unnoticeable moving speed. 16．Why did Tim have to exercise on the Space Station? A．To adjust to the environment. B．To have fun with teammates. C．To keep muscles and bones healthy. 17．How long did it take Tim to fully recover? A．About 2 days. B．About 2 months. C．About half a year. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18．What does this news mainly cover about pickleball? A．Its rules. B．Its history. C．Its popularity. 19．What helps pickleball become a sudden hit? A．The aid of social media. B．The influence of celebrities. C．The atmosphere of matches. 20．What do we know about pickleball? A．It’s beginner-friendly. B．It’s teen-targeted. C．It’s team-centered. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A We have been busy working on some exciting changes to our free collection displays at Tate Britain. Discover new stories and voices alongside much-loved familiar favourites. Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose by John Singer Sargent In Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose (1885) John Singer Sargent paints two children from life as they light Chinese lanterns in a garden of flowers on a twilit summer evening. It took almost a year to finish, probably because he could only paint for a few minutes every evening when the light was exactly right. Ophelia by Sir John Everett Millais, Baronet Ophelia (1851) is a visitor favourite our top-selling postcard and one of the most popular Pre-Raphaelite works in Tate's collection. Millais painted the tragic death of Shakespeare's Ophelia in painstaking detail over many months. Artist, poet and model Elizabeth Siddal posed for the painting, wearing a wedding dress in a bathtub of water in Millais's studio. Norham Castle, Sunrise by JMW Turner Norham Castle, Sunrise (1845) is an unfinished painting created late in JMW Turner's career. Turner saw the castle during his first tour of Northern Britain and painted the scene many times in his life. Dreams Have No Titles by Zineb Sedira Dreams Have No Titles (2022) is a film combining the artist’s life story with fiction and documentary and using non-professional actors. Sedira, her parents, son and friends all appear in this film about community and connection. It was made during the 60th anniversary of Algeria’s independence from French occupation. 1. Which artwork includes Chinese elements? A. Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose. B. Ophelia. C. Norham Castle, Sunrise. D. Dreams Have No Titles. 2. Why is Dreams Have No Titles different from the other three? A. It is a real life story. B. It is an unfinished artwork. C. It is about a historic event. D. It is presented in a different form. 3. Who is this text most probably intended for? A. Book collectors. B. Film lovers. C. Art enthusiasts. D. Environmental activists. 【答案】1. A 2. D 3. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了泰特英国美术馆免费展品的一些令人兴奋的变动，并列举了其中几件展品的相关信息。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose by John Singer Sargent部分中“In Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose (1885) John Singer Sargent paints two children from life as they light Chinese lanterns in a garden of flowers on a twilit summer evening.(在1885年的《康乃馨，百合，百合，玫瑰》中，约翰·辛格·萨金特描绘了两个孩子在一个夏日的黄昏，在花园里点亮中国灯笼)”可知，Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose这件艺术品中包含了中国元素。故选A。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据前三个艺术品介绍可知，它们都是绘画作品，而根据Dreams Have No Titles by Zineb Sedira部分中“Dreams Have No Titles (2022) is a film combining the artist’s life story with fiction and documentary and using non-professional actors.(《梦想没有标题》（2022）是一部电影，将艺术家的生活故事与小说和纪录片相结合，并使用了非职业演员)”可知，Dreams Have No Titles是一部电影，与其他三件绘画作品在形式上不同。故选D。 【3题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文，再根据第一段“We have been busy working on some exciting changes to our free collection displays at Tate Britain. Discover new stories and voices alongside much-loved familiar favourites.(我们一直忙于对泰特英国美术馆的免费藏品展览进行一些令人兴奋的调整。在欣赏深受喜爱的经典藏品的同时，发现新的故事和独特的视角)”可知，文章主要介绍了泰特英国美术馆免费展品的一些令人兴奋的变动，并列举了其中几件展品的相关信息，包括画作名称、作者、创作背景等。由此可推知，文章最可能写给艺术爱好者。故选C。 B Some middle school students in Anne Arundel County are trying to solve a problem for one of their peers who uses a wheelchair. By doing so, they won a major award for their school, and it has qualified them for a nationwide competition. Southern Middle School students and their science teacher, Jenna Borman, are working on a prototype desk that they hope to attach to the wheelchair of their classmate, Kenneth, who has a special disease and uses a laptop as his primary means of communication. “At present, the iPad is in a pretty heavy case and has a strap (带子) that goes around his neck and a handle on the back of it for him to hold. When he's seated, it kind of just lays in his lap. It's not very easy for him to use,” Borman said. “Kenneth always has to hold his iPad, and so this project is going to help him just set it there so his hands are free, ” said Julia Baker to the social media, a student of this school. What started off as an engineering after-school program has turned into an award-winning idea. The students recently won a statewide Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) competition called “Solve for Tomorrow”, which came with $12, 000 worth of technology for the school. “We thought it was just an idea for Kenny, and then we won. So, it was like, wow, ”said Avery Willet excitedly. “This whole project is really teaching us about how to work together and how we can help other people and not just us, ” added Everleigh Finnelle. “I learned how to work with others and a lot of teamwork so that we could make this project the best it could be, ” said Haley Brown. “There is still room for improvement. Our team is working on the prototype, making adjustments so it works perfectly for Kenny. We're really most looking forward to seeing him using it and all of our work into it, ” Finnelle said. The final design is not due for the national competition until next month. 4. Why did the students come up with the idea of the prototype desk? A. To test what they've learnt in school. B. To join a national technology contest. C. To support a classmate's special need. D. To complete a group engineering project. 5. How did the students find their winning of the STEM award? A. Satisfying. B. Surprising. C. Comforting. D. Convincing. 6. What is Finnelle’s attitude to the future of the prototype desk? A. Hopeful. B. Doubtful. C. Objective. D. Cautious. 7. What is the main idea of this text? A. A competition is gaining popularity. B. A team won an award with a special design. C. A new invention will come onto the market. D. A program fuels students’ passion for science. 【答案】4. C 5. B 6. A 7. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要报道了安妮阿伦德尔县的一些中学生为了帮助一位使用轮椅的同学而设计了一款原型书桌，并因此获得了一个重要奖项的故事。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“Southern Middle School students and their science teacher, Jenna Borman, are working on a prototype desk that they hope to attach to the wheelchair of their classmate, Kenneth, who has a special disease and uses a laptop as his primary means of communication.(南方中学的学生和他们的科学老师Jenna Borman正在设计一款原型书桌，他们希望将其安装在同学Kenneth的轮椅上，Kenneth患有一种特殊疾病，笔记本电脑是他主要的交流工具)”可知，学生们想出这个原型书桌的主意是为了支持一位同学的特殊需求。故选C。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第五段““We thought it was just an idea for Kenny, and then we won. So, it was like, wow, ”said Avery Willet excitedly.(“我们以为这只是Kenny的一个想法，然后我们就赢了。所以，就像，哇，”Avery Willet兴奋地说)”可推知，学生们对于赢得STEM奖项感到惊讶。故选B。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段““There is still room for improvement. Our team is working on the prototype, making adjustments so it works perfectly for Kenny. We're really most looking forward to seeing him using it and all of our work into it, ” Finnelle said.(“还有改进的空间。我们的团队正在对原型进行改进，进行调整，使其完美适用于Kenny。我们真的很期待看到他使用它，以及我们所有的工作成果，”Finnelle说)”可推知，Finnelle对原型书桌的未来持希望态度。故选A。 【7题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“Some middle school students in Anne Arundel County are trying to solve a problem for one of their peers who uses a wheelchair. By doing so, they won a major award for their school, and it has qualified them for a nationwide competition.(安妮阿伦德尔县的一些中学生正试图为一位使用轮椅的同学解决一个问题。通过这样做，他们为学校赢得了一个重要奖项，并获得了参加全国比赛的资格)”以及结合全文可知，本文主要报道了安妮阿伦德尔县的一些中学生为了帮助一位使用轮椅的同学而设计了一款原型书桌，并因此获得了一个重要奖项的故事。由此可知，这篇文章的主旨是一个团队凭借一个特殊的设计赢得了一个奖项。故选B。 C The past decade saw an increase in knowledge about the gut microbiota (肠道微生物群), and how it can have a positive impact on our health. I was first introduced to this area of science by Professor Gretchen Daily from Stanford University. She mentioned a research project conducted in Finland. The study set up an experiment with children in kindergartens to see what happened to their skin and gut microbiomes and their immune (免疫的) system function if they played in areas containing elements of nature. Seventy-nine children took part, all living in urban environments and spending the majority of their days at different daycare centres around Finland. They were encouraged to play in only one of the three types of yard over the 28 days of the experiment. The first was a standard outdoor play area, made up of concrete, gravel and some plastic matting. The second was nature-based: these have grass, soil and planted areas. In the experimental areas, the concrete and gravel were covered with forest floor and soil from the local forest. Before and after periods of play, the children’s skin and gut microbiota were measured, along with changes in their blood for immunoregulatory cytokine levels and Treg cell frequencies. These cells and proteins play a crucial role in preventing certain diseases; their levels in our blood are often used as an indication of how well the immune system is functioning. Remarkable results emerged. The children who played in the experimental yard showed a large increase in the diversity of microbiota on their skin and in their gut in comparison to the children playing in the urban and nature-based areas. Importantly, these were the “good” types of microbiota. The importance of this study cannot be overstated. It’s clear that even short-term exposure to nature’s microbial diversity has the potential to fundamentally change the diversity of microbiot a on our skin and in our gut. In addition, it suggests that the altered gut microbiota can regulate the function of our immune system. 8. What was the purpose of the research project? A. To analyze children’s play preferences. B. To explore the nature’s impact on health. C. To compare different daycare environments. D. To seek ways to improve children’s immunity. 9. What was the feature of the experimental yard according to the text? A. It included plastic matting only. B. It was entirely made of concrete. C. It was planted with artificial grass. D. It was covered with local forest soil. 10. What did the research show? A. Fewer kids played in urban areas. B. More kids preferred experimental yards. C. The kids’ immune system functioned the same. D. The kids’ microbiota diversity rose in experimental areas. 11. What does the study suggest about future health practices? A. Increasing physical exercise. B. Conducting long-term studies. C. Integrating nature into daily life. D. Increasing microbial diversity artificially. 【答案】8. B 9. D 10. D 11. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述芬兰的研究发现接触自然有益肠道微生物群。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“The study set up an experiment with children in kindergartens to see what happened to their skin and gut microbiomes and their immune (免疫的) system function if they played in areas containing elements of nature.(这项研究在幼儿园的孩子中进行了一项实验，以观察如果他们在含有自然元素的地方玩耍，他们的皮肤和肠道微生物群以及他们的免疫系统功能会发生什么变化)”可推知，研究项目的目的是探索自然对健康的影响。故选B。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段的“In the experimental areas, the concrete and gravel were covered with forest floor and soil from the local forest.(在实验区域，混凝土和砾石被当地森林的林地表层和土壤所覆盖)”可知，实验场地的特点是被当地森林土壤覆盖。故选D。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段的“The children who played in the experimental yard showed a large increase in the diversity of microbiota on their skin and in their gut in comparison to the children playing in the urban and nature-based areas.(与在城市和自然区域玩耍的孩子相比，在实验场地玩耍的孩子皮肤和肠道微生物群的多样性大幅增加)”可知，研究表明孩子们在实验区域的微生物群多样性增加了。故选D。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段的“It’s clear that even short-term exposure to nature’s microbial diversity has the potential to fundamentally change the diversity of microbiota on our skin and in our gut. In addition, it suggests that the altered gut microbiota can regulate the function of our immune system.(很明显，即使是短期接触自然的微生物多样性，也有可能从根本上改变我们皮肤和肠道中微生物群的多样性。此外，它还表明，改变后的肠道微生物群可以调节我们免疫系统的功能)”可推知，该研究表明未来的健康实践应该将自然融入日常生活。故选C。 D A few weeks ago I bought two orchids (兰花) for my windowsill. After giving them the dose of water they clearly missed in the shop, I started reflecting on how closely plant care and philosophy are connected. The two, I realized, share more than meets the eye. You care for plants, and enjoy the life that develops thanks to your care, but the process is never finished. It continues until the plant completes its life cycle and then starts all over again. Philosophy works in the same way: new ideas, insights and perspectives are constantly emerging from the care taken with existing ideas. So just as plants grow and bloom, philosophical thinking is an ongoing process of becoming which never really reaches an end point. But it is precisely this constant thinking that keeps us on our toes, stimulates our creativity, and challenges us to leave the beaten track. Philosophical thinking, like caring for plants, also requires patience. While we think, little seems to be happening. The thinker seems to lose himself in reasoning, an idea, a concept. . . In this he resembles the gardener who also plays a largely passive role between sowing and harvesting. In other words, the gardener has to follow the rhythms of nature. He can do little but wait, observe — and perhaps attend to his own thoughts. This waiting, this slowness, this patience we must exercise, are part of philosophy, just as they’re part of gardening. Furthermore, both gardening and philosophy are far from useful in the traditional understanding of the word. Philosophical thinking rarely produces immediate, concrete results. The same goes for taking care of plants: there’s little economic benefits in watering house plants. But isn’t true happiness to be found precisely in the seemingly useless? When I see the spray of water from my watering can, my mind escapes the world of immediate rewards for a moment. So even watering plants raises more questions than you might think. But isn’t questioning precisely the essence of both philosophy, and of life itself? 12. Which best describes the similarity between gardening and philosophical thinking? A. Continuous. B. Unpredictable. C. Inspiring. D. Creative. 13. According to paragraph 3, how are gardeners and thinkers alike? A. They need to follow the natural pace. B. They must work quickly and efficiently. C. They both need to experience loneliness. D. They should set goals before taking action. 14. What does the underlined phrase “the word” in paragraph 4 refer to? A. Philosophy. B. Useful. C. Happiness. D. Patient. 15. What’s the main purpose of the text? A. To encourage a simpler way of living. B. To explain the basic ideas of philosophy. C. To explore how philosophy improves daily life. D. To illustrate the link between gardening and philosophy. 【答案】12. A 13. A 14. B 15. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。作者由买兰花联想到植物养护与哲学的联系，指出二者都具持续性，都需耐心，且在传统意义上都不 “有用”。同时，照顾植物和哲学思考虽看似无用，却可能带来真正的幸福，而质疑是哲学和生活的本质。 【12题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“So just as plants grow and bloom, philosophical thinking is an ongoing process of becoming which never really reaches an end point.(所以，就像植物生长和开花一样，哲学思考是一个不断发展的过程，永远不会真正到达终点)”可知，园艺和哲学思考之间的相似性是它们都是连续的过程。故选A。 【13题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“Philosophical thinking, like caring for plants, also requires patience. While we think, little seems to be happening. The thinker seems to lose himself in reasoning, an idea, a concept... In this he resembles the gardener who also plays a largely passive role between sowing and harvesting. In other words, the gardener has to follow the rhythms of nature. He can do little but wait, observe — and perhaps attend to his own thoughts. This waiting, this slowness, this patience we must exercise, are part of philosophy, just as they’re part of gardening.(哲学思考就像照料植物一样，也需要耐心。当我们思考的时候，似乎没有什么事情发生。思考者似乎迷失在推理、一个想法、一个概念中……在这一点上，他就像一个园丁，在播种和收获之间也扮演着一个被动的角色。换句话说，园丁必须遵循自然的节奏。他能做的不多，只能等待、观察——或许还能专心思考。这种等待，这种缓慢，这种我们必须锻炼的耐心，是哲学的一部分，正如它们是园艺的一部分)”可知，园丁和思想家相似在于都需要遵循自然的节奏。故选A。 【14题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线词所在句子“Furthermore, both gardening and philosophy are far from useful in the traditional understanding of the word. (此外，园艺和哲学在对这个词的传统理解中都远远不是“有用的”)”可知，在“useful”这个词的传统意义上，园艺和哲学都不被认为是有用的。故划线词指的是“有用的”。故选B。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“So even watering plants raises more questions than you might think. But isn’t questioning precisely the essence of both philosophy, and of life itself? (因此，即使是给植物浇水也会引发比你想象的更多的问题。但质疑不正是哲学和生活本身的本质吗？)”结合作者由买兰花联想到植物养护与哲学的联系，指出二者都具持续性，都需耐心，且在传统意义上都不 “有用”。同时，照顾植物和哲学思考虽看似无用，却可能带来真正的幸福，而质疑是哲学和生活的本质。可知，文章的主要目的是说明园艺和哲学之间的联系。故选D。 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。 In today’s interconnected society, the Chinese language is rapidly gaining importance, becoming valuable at both professional and individual levels. ___16___ China’s remarkable economic growth has played a critical role in the increasing interest in learning Chinese. Proficiency (精通)in Chinese has become advantageous for individuals seeking to engage with China’s vast market. ___17___ Many individuals are eager to connect with China’s rich literature, appreciate arts, and interact with locals on a more profound level. Various motivations for learning Chinese have given rise to diverse approaches to language acquisition. ___18___ This provides structured learning and access to language teachers. Some prefer online courses or language apps. These offer flexibility and convenience. Immersive experiences are also highly effective for developing fluency and cultural understanding. The approach to Chinese language education varies significantly across different regions of the world. In countries with large Chinese communities, such as Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, Chinese is often taught as a second language in schools. ___19___ In Europe and North America, Chinese is typically taught as a foreign language, with varying degrees of emphasis placed on language instruction in schools and universities. ___20___ The tones of the language and the complex writing system can initially seem upset. However, with consistent effort and dedication, learners can overcome these barriers and harvest the benefits of Chinese proficiency. The ability to communicate in Chinese opens doors to a world of cultural exchange, personal connection, and professional advancement. A. Learning Chinese presents both challenges and rewards. B. Some individuals choose traditional classroom instruction. C. Besides there is a growing fascination with Chinese culture. D. The world is welcoming the Chinese language with enthusiasm. E. As a result, people from all corners of the world are eager to learn it. F. Governments worldwide are encouraging and supporting language learning. G. This early exposure provides a solid foundation for further language learning. 【答案】16. E 17. C 18. B 19. G 20. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了汉语越来越重要，学习汉语的人越来越多，并介绍了学习汉语的方法。 【16题详解】 根据上文“In today’s interconnected society, the Chinese language is rapidly gaining importance, becoming valuable at both professional and individual levels.( 在当今这个相互联系的社会中，汉语正迅速变得越来越重要，在专业和个人层面上都变得有价值。)”提到汉语在当今社会变得愈发重要，在职业和个人层面都有价值。E选项“As a result, people from all corners of the world are eager to learn it.( 因此，世界各地的人们都渴望学习它。)”中“as a result” 表明因果关系，因为汉语重要所以人们渴望学习，承接上文，符合逻辑。故选E项。 【17题详解】 根据上文“China’s remarkable economic growth has played a critical role in the increasing interest in learning Chinese. Proficiency (精通)in Chinese has become advantageous for individuals seeking to engage with China’s vast market.( 中国显著的经济增长对学习汉语的兴趣日益浓厚起了至关重要的作用。对于想要进入中国广阔市场的个人来说，精通中文已成为一种优势。)”阐述了中国经济增长使得人们对学习汉语兴趣增加，精通汉语对参与中国市场有优势。以及下文“Many individuals are eager to connect with China’s rich literature, appreciate arts, and interact with locals on a more profound level.( 许多人渴望接触中国丰富的文学，欣赏艺术，并在更深刻的层面上与当地人互动。)”说很多人渴望接触中国丰富的文学、欣赏艺术并与当地人深入交流。C选项“Besides, there is a growing fascination with Chinese culture.( 此外，人们对中国文化越来越着迷。)”“besides”表示递进关系，在经济因素之外，对中国文化的兴趣也是学习汉语的原因，很好地衔接了上下文。故选C项 18题详解】 根据上文“Various motivations for learning Chinese have given rise to diverse approaches to language acquisition.( 学习汉语的不同动机导致了语言习得的不同方法。)”指出学习汉语的动机多样导致语言习得方法多样，以及下文“This provides structured learning and access to language teachers.( 这提供了结构化的学习和接触语言教师的机会。)”提到提供了结构化的学习和接触语言教师的机会，并列举了在线课程、语言应用程序等其他方法。B选项 “Some individuals choose traditional classroom instruction.( 一些人选择传统的课堂教学。)”可知，“traditional classroom instruction”属于学习汉语的一种方法，且能提供结构化学习和接触教师的机会，与后文形成对比，符合语境。故选B项。 【19题详解】 根据上文“In countries with large Chinese communities, such as Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, Chinese is often taught as a second language in schools.( 拥有大量华人社区的国家，如新加坡、马来西亚和泰国，中文经常在学校作为第二语言教授。)”提到在有大量华人社区的国家，如新加坡、马来西亚和泰国，汉语常作为第二语言在学校教授。G选项“This early exposure provides a solid foundation for further language learning.( 这种早期的接触为进一步的语言学习提供了坚实的基础)”可知，“this early exposure”指代前文在学校作为第二语言学习汉语这种早期接触，“为进一步学习提供基础” 符合逻辑，承接上文。故选G项。 【20题详解】 根据下文“The tones of the language and the complex writing system can initially seem upset. However, with consistent effort and dedication, learners can overcome these barriers and harvest the benefits of Chinese proficiency. The ability to communicate in Chinese opens doors to a world of cultural exchange, personal connection, and professional advancement.( 语言的语调和复杂的书写系统一开始会让人感到不安。然而，通过持续的努力和奉献，学习者可以克服这些障碍，并获得汉语熟练程度的好处。中文沟通能力为文化交流、人际关系和职业发展打开了一扇大门。)”先提到汉语的声调及复杂书写系统一开始可能令人沮丧，接着又说通过努力学习者能克服障碍并收获精通汉语的好处。A选项“Learning Chinese presents both challenges and rewards.( 学习汉语既带来挑战也带来回报。)”可知，“challenges”对应后文的困难，“rewards”对应克服困难后的收获，统领下文内容。故选A项。 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 We drive through Botswana’s Linyanti Wildlife Reserve. I’m nervous but ___21___ by the nearness of the wildlife. Just ___22___ away, wild dogs playfully ___23___ one another through the bush. I feel the dry heat, ___24___ the muddy river, and see African antelopes jumping out of my peripheral (周边的) vision, left to right. Later, when a group of elephants block the path that leads back to our camp, no one ___25___ . My travel companions and I are very grateful for the ___26___ to observe these gentle giants eating grass in their own habitat. Every night, the sounds of the wilderness accompany us to ___27___ : elephants making noises, hippos hitting water, lions roaring. My heart races with each ___28___ , and though I am ___29___ to look outside my tent, I never dare. During one of our evening drives, our expedition leader _____30_____ the vehicle. “We’re going to take five minutes to listen, ” he says. “No talking, just listen. ” I sit _____31_____ as we watch the setting sun paint the sky with _____32_____ orange, yellow, and pink. Tears begin to run down my face. That’s the moment I realize I’m truly in Africa. The wildlife _____33_____ were unforgettable, and the warmth and connection with the local people left a deep impression. From the moment I landed in Botswana, I felt a sense of _____34_____ . As a Black woman, I feel empowered. Being here feels like coming home, as if I’ve discovered a _____35_____ piece of myself. Finally, I feel complete. 21. A. thrilled B. frightened C. amused D. disappointed 22. A. miles B. inches C. blocks D. steps 23. A. feed on B. look for C. run after D. tear at 24. A. smell B. taste C. swim D. clean 25. A. watches B. minds C. reminds D. remains 26. A. chance B. ability C. way D. invitation 27. A. play B. walk C. explore D. sleep 28. A. memory B. beat C. sound D. word 29. A. forced B. attracted C. moved D. permitted 30. A. checks B. controls C. stops D. drives 31. A. anxious B. alone C. restless D. motionless 32. A. blinding B. breathtaking C. shocking D. flashing 33. A. conflicts B. habits C. encounters D. agencies 34. A. loss B. belonging C. responsibility D. guilt 35. A. missing B. new C. torn D. unique 【答案】21. A 22. D 23. C 24. A 25. B 26. A 27. D 28. C 29. B 30. C 31. D 32. B 33. C 34. B 35. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者在博茨瓦纳的野生动物保护区的难忘经历。 【21题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们开车穿过博茨瓦纳的林扬蒂野生动物保护区。我很紧张，但因离野生动物很近而感到兴奋。A. thrilled兴奋的；B. frightened害怕的；C. amused觉得好笑的；D. disappointed失望的。根据句中的“but”可知，前后是转折关系，前面说紧张，所以这里是因接近野生动物而兴奋。故选A。 【22题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：就在几步之外，野狗在灌木丛中互相嬉戏追逐。A. miles英里；B. inches英寸；C. blocks街区；D. steps脚步。根据空后“the nearness of the wildlife”可知，野生动物离得很近，所以此处指就在离动物几步远的地方。故选D。 【23题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：就在几步之外，野狗在灌木丛中互相嬉戏追逐。A. feed on以……为食；B. look for寻找；C. run after追逐；D. tear at撕扯。根据空前“wild dogs playfully”可知，野狗是在嬉戏，所以是互相追逐。故选C。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我感受到干燥的热量，闻到泥泞的河流，看到非洲羚羊从我周围的视野中跳出来，从左到右。A. smell闻到；B. taste尝到；C. swim游泳；D. clean清理。根据空后“the muddy river”可知，此处指闻到泥泞的河流的味道。故选A。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：后来，当一群大象挡住了回营地的路时，没有人介意。A. watches观看；B. minds介意；C. reminds提醒；D. remains保持。根据后文“My travel companions and I are very grateful for the ___6___ to observe these gentle giants eating grass in their own habitat.”可知，作者和同伴很感激有机会观察大象，所以没人介意大象挡住了路。故选B。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我和我的旅行伙伴们非常感激有机会观察这些温和的巨兽在自己的栖息地吃草。A. chance机会；B. ability能力；C. way方法；D. invitation邀请。根据空后“to observe these gentle giants eating grass in their own habitat”可知，此处指有机会观察大象。故选A。 【27题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：每天晚上，荒野的声音都伴随着我们入睡：大象发出声响，河马拍打水面，狮子咆哮。A. play玩耍；B. walk散步；C. explore探索；D. sleep睡觉。根据空后“Every night”和“the sounds of the wilderness”可知，这些声音伴随着作者入睡。故选D。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：每一次声音都让我的心怦怦直跳，虽然我想看看帐篷外面，但我从来不敢。A. memory记忆；B. beat节拍；C. sound声音；D. word话语。根据前文的“the sounds of the wilderness”可知，此处指每一次声音都让作者心跳加速。故选C。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：每一次声音都让我的心怦怦直跳，虽然我想看看帐篷外面，但我从来不敢。A. forced强迫；B. attracted吸引；C. moved移动；D. permitted允许。根据空后“to look outside my tent, I never dare”可知，作者被外面的声音吸引想往外看，但又不敢。故选B。 【30题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在一次夜间驾车旅行中，我们的探险队长停下了车。A. checks检查；B. controls控制；C. stops停止；D. drives驾驶。根据后文“We’re going to take five minutes to listen”可知，队长让大家停下来听声音。故选C。 【31题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们静静地坐着，看着夕阳把天空染成令人惊叹的橙色、黄色和粉色。A. anxious焦虑的；B. alone独自的；C. restless不安的；D. motionless静止的，一动不动的。根据前文“No talking, just listen.”可知，大家在安静地听，所以作者是一动不动地坐着。故选D。 【32题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们静静地坐着，看着夕阳把天空染成令人惊叹的橙色、黄色和粉色。A. blinding刺眼的；B. breathtaking惊人的，壮观的；C. shocking令人震惊的；D. flashing闪烁的。根据空后“as we watch the setting sun paint the sky”可知，夕阳把天空染成各种颜色，景色非常壮观。故选B。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：与野生动物的邂逅令人难忘，与当地人的温暖和联系也给我留下了深刻的印象。A. conflicts冲突；B. habits习惯；C. encounters邂逅，相遇；D. agencies机构。根据前文“I’m nervous but ___1___ by the nearness of the wildlife.”可知，前文作者描述与各种野生动物的接触经历，所以此处指与野生动物的相遇令人难忘。故选C。 34题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：从我踏上博茨瓦纳的那一刻起，我就有了一种归属感。A. loss损失；B. belonging归属；C. responsibility责任；D. guilt内疚。根据后文“Being here feels like coming home”可知，作者在这里有了一种归属感。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：来到这里就像回家一样，仿佛我发现了我缺失的那一部分自己。A. missing缺失的；B. new新的；C. torn撕裂的；D. unique独特的。根据后文“Finally, I feel complete.”可知，作者在这里找到了缺失的那一部分自己，感到完整了。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。 The Zhuang Nationality Song Festival, also known as Gexu Festival and Gepo Festival, ___36___ (hold) on the third day of the third month of the Chinese lunar year. It originates from a festival of sacrifices and folk songs and dances in the Clan Tribes Age. It is ___37___ (current) celebrated by the Zhuang Minority ___38___ two separate parts: day and night, consisting chiefly of singing matches, and nighttime events. There are many romantic legends ___39___ (associate) with the Zhuang Nationality Song Festival. The well-established one was about a father — an old singer himself — ___40___ (want) to choose a young man who was good at singing to be his son-in-law for his beautiful girl. Young men from different places gathered in a certain place ___41___ (compete) , using their singing skills. Thus, the Singing Fair, or Song Festival, was formed. There are many interesting activities during the Zhuang Nationality Song Festival, and people dress up in their ___42___ (much) beautiful costumes to attend this festival. Young men and women are divided into two teams, male and female. Someone from one team sings a call or question, and someone from the opposing team sings a ___43___ (respond) . If a girl thinks that a boy is her Mr. Right, she throws him an embroidered ball (xiuqiu) . The boy will tie his gift on the ball and return the ball ___44___ he likes the girl as well. ___45___ charming events of dancing and singing always attract many people. 【答案】36. is held 37. currently 38. in 39. associated 40. wanting 41. to compete 42. most 43. response 44. if 45. The 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了壮族歌圩节的起源、相关传说以及节日期间的活动。 【36题详解】 考查时态语态和主谓一致。句意：壮族歌圩节，又称歌墟节、歌婆节，在中国农历三月初三举行。空处为句子的谓语动词。本句陈述客观事实，所以空处谓语动词需用一般现在时态，句子主语The Zhuang Nationality Song Festival与hold之间是被动关系，应用被动语态，且主语为单数，所以be动词用is。故填is held。 【37题详解】 考查副词。句意：目前，壮族少数民族通过白天和晚上两个独立的部分来庆祝它，主要包括歌唱比赛和夜间活动。空处需用副词作状语修饰动词celebrated，current的副词为currently“目前”。故填currently。 【38题详解】 考查介词。句意：目前，壮族少数民族通过白天和晚上两个独立的部分来庆祝它，主要包括歌唱比赛和夜间活动。in two separate parts“以两个独立的部分”，固定搭配。故填in。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：壮族歌圩节有许多浪漫的传说。空处需用非谓语动词作定语，legends与associate之间是被动关系，所以空处需用过去分词作后置定语。故填associated。 【40题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：一个广为人知的故事是关于一位父亲——他本人也是一位老歌手——想为他的漂亮女儿挑选一位擅长唱歌的年轻人做他的女婿。空处需用非谓语动词作后置定语，修饰名词father，空处动词want与father之间是主动关系，所以空处需用现在分词wanting作后置定语。故填wanting。 【41题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：来自不同地方的年轻人聚集在某个地方，比他们谁的歌唱技巧更胜一筹。此处需用动词不定式作目的状语。故填to compete。 【42题详解】 考查形容词最高级。句意：壮族歌圩节期间有许多有趣的活动，人们穿着最漂亮的服装来参加这个节日。根据空前的their和句意可知，此处表示“最漂亮的”，应用形容词最高级，beautiful的最高级为most beautiful 。故填most。 【43题详解】 考查名词。句意：一方的人唱一句呼唤或提问，另一方的人唱一句回应。根据空前的不定冠词a可知，空处需用名词response，意为“回应”，作sings的宾语，故填response。 【44题详解】 考查条件状语从句。句意：如果男孩也喜欢这个女孩，他会在球上系上他的礼物，然后把球还给她。根据句意可知，此处需用if引导条件状语从句，表示“如果”。故填if。 【45题详解】 考查冠词。句意：这些迷人的歌舞活动总是吸引很多人。此处特指上文提到的壮族歌圩节上的歌舞活动，应用定冠词the，句首单词首字母需大写。故填The。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华。你校英文报拟开辟“Safety”专栏，现就相关话题征求意见。请根据所给提示给编辑部推荐两个话题并说明理由。 Topics to recommend ☐food safety ☐information safety ☐property safety ☐traffic safety ☐physical safety ☐other 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear editor, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear editor, I’m writing to recommend two topics for the “Safety” column of our school English newspaper. I suggest “food safety” and “information safety”. Food safety matters because what we eat directly affects our health. With food safety issues emerging frequently, students need to learn how to identify safe food and maintain a healthy diet. As for information safety, in the digital age, where personal information is easily leaked, it is crucial for us to understand how to protect our data, such as passwords and private messages, from being misused. I hope these suggestions can be helpful. Looking forward to reading the column. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表示属于应用文。要求考生给校英文报编辑部推荐两个关于“安全”的话题并说明理由。 【详解】1.词汇积累 主题：topic→theme 重要：matter→count 重要的：crucial→vital 建议：suggestion→tip 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：With food safety issues emerging frequently, students need to learn how to identify safe food and maintain a healthy diet. 拓展句：With food safety issues emerging frequently, students need to learn how we can identify safe food and maintain a healthy diet. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Food safety matters because what we eat directly affects our health.(运用了because引导的原因状语从句及what引导的主语从句) 【高分句型2】As for information safety, in the digital age, where personal information is easily leaked, it is crucial for us to understand how to protect our data, such as passwords and private messages, from being misused.(运用了where引导的非限定性定语从句) 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 When I was 21, I moved to Sydney, working as a waiter at a small local restaurant. I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do, and this uncertainty left me feeling lost. This big city was a soulless place and everyone was just out for themselves. The only thing that truly gave me comfort was playing the flute (笛子). My connection with the flute began when I was 16. Determined to buy one, I worked at a supermarket earning just $2. 35 an hour. When I finally bought it, it became my most valued possession. Every day I would come home and play it. The tunes helped me process my emotions. One day I was working at the restaurant when someone asked me what I was doing that night. I said, “I’m going to be playing the flute at…” and then I suddenly realised that I hadn’t picked up my flute when I got off the train that day. I immediately and completely freaked out (六神无主). I raced to the train station to ask if it had been handed in. It hadn’t, but I gave them my number anyway in case it turned up. I just thought, well, it’s gone — stupidly, I didn’t even have my name written on the case. I spent the following week in total guilt, feeling sorry for myself. Then, one day, I got a call from someone at CityRail saying they had my flute. I went into the lost property place at Central and there it was, among all the lost bags and umbrellas. As I went to grab it, the guards there asked for my ID. I told them I had lost my ID, and that it would take several weeks to get a new one. And they said, well, sorry — you’ve got to have your ID to get your flute back. 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。 Feeling quite desperate, I said, “What if I play you a tune?” ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I finished my playing. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文 Feeling quite desperate, I said, “What if I play you a tune?” The guards exchanged glances before nodding. With trembling hands, I lifted the familiar flute to my lips. The melody that flowed out was the first song I’d ever learned — a simple folk tune my grandmother taught me. As the notes danced through the cluttered lost-and-found room, the guards’ stern expressions softened. A passing janitor paused to listen, and even the ticking clock seemed to slow its rhythm. The flute’s voice carried memories of teenage summers spent practicing in my attic, of lonely nights in Sydney soothed by its song. My eyes stayed fixed on the scratched case, as if the music itself could prove our unbreakable bond. I finished my playing. The silence that followed was broken by the oldest guard clearing his throat. “That’s enough proof for me,” he said, handing over the case. Clutching my flute, I walked into the bustling station where sunlight streamed through the glass ceiling. For the first time, the hurried footsteps around me sounded less like indifference and more like life’s vibrant rhythm. That night, as I played by my window, a neighbor waved from across the street. Maybe this concrete jungle had soul after all — it just needed a little music to wake it up. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了21岁时，作者搬到了悉尼，在当地一家小餐馆当服务员。作者通过笛子来安慰自己的灵魂。某天作者丢失了自己的笛子，去失物招领处的时候警卫要求出示证件，但是作者的身份证丢了。最后作者通过吹笛子来证明是自己的笛子，拿回了笛子。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“我感到很绝望，于是说：‘我给你吹首曲子怎么样？’”可知，第一段可描写作者吹笛子的经过。 ②由第二段首句内容“我吹完了”可知，第二段可描写作者拿回了自己的笛子以及作者的感悟。 2.续写线索：提议吹笛子——开始吹奏——吹完笛子——拿回笛子——作者感悟 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①递给：hand over/ deliver up ②拿着：clutch/hold ③证明：prove/justify 情绪类 ①牢不可破：unbreakable/adamant ②严厉：stern/ severe 【点睛】[高分句型1] As the notes danced through the cluttered lost-and-found room, the guards’ stern expressions softened.（由as引导时间状语从句） [高分句型2] Clutching my flute, I walked into the bustling station where sunlight streamed through the glass ceiling.（由现在分词作状语） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 射洪中学高2023级高二下期期末模拟考试 英语 本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 注意事项： 1．答题前，务必将自己的姓名、考籍号填写在答题卡规定的位置上。 2．答选择题时，必须使用2B铅笔将答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。 3．答非选择题时，必须使用0.5毫米黑色笔迹的签字笔，将答案书写在答题卡规定的位置上。 4．所有题目必须在答题卡上作答，在试题卷上答题无效。 5．考试结束后，只将答题卡交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1．When will the woman turn up at the party? A．At 6: 30 pm. B．At 7:00 pm. C．At 7:30 pm. 2．Where does the conversation probably take place? A．At home. B．In a car. C．In a shop. 3．What will the man do? A．Invite John. B．Study in the library. C．Stay at home. 4．Why does the man make the call? A．To offer help. B．To recommend a garage. C．To make an appointment. 5．How do the speakers sound? A．Surprised. B．Exhausted. C．Humorous. 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．What does the man think of mind-reading? A．Confusing B．Unreal. C．Interesting. 7．What will the speakers do right now? A．Order food. B．Study mind-reading. C．Go to the theatre. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8．What does the man do? A．A receptionist. B．A waiter. C．A travel agent. 9．What troubles the woman? A．The paperwork. B．The check-in service. C．The Internet connection. 10．Where will the woman go tomorrow? A．The history museum. B．The beach. C．The shopping mall. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11．What is the relationship between the speakers? A．Husband and wife. B．Father and daughter. C．Roommates. 12．Why does the man refuse Emma’s request for a pet at first? A．It’s too expensive. B．It may affect her health. C．It requires much responsibility. 13．How will the speakers probably adopt a pet? A．By visiting the shelter. B．By making a call. C．By searching online. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14．What is the woman doing? A．Conducting a survey. B．Hosting an interview. C．Chairing a conference. 15．What impressed Tim most on the Space Station? A．The space walking. B．The weightless environment C．The unnoticeable moving speed. 16．Why did Tim have to exercise on the Space Station? A．To adjust to the environment B．To have fun with teammates. C．To keep muscles and bones healthy. 17．How long did it take Tim to fully recover? A．About 2 days. B．About 2 months. C．About half a year. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18．What does this news mainly cover about pickleball? A．Its rules. B．Its history. C．Its popularity. 19．What helps pickleball become a sudden hit? A．The aid of social media. B．The influence of celebrities. C．The atmosphere of matches. 20．What do we know about pickleball? A．It’s beginner-friendly. B．It’s teen-targeted. C．It’s team-centered. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A We have been busy working on some exciting changes to our free collection displays at Tate Britain. Discover new stories and voices alongside much-loved familiar favourites. Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose by John Singer Sargent In Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose (1885) John Singer Sargent paints two children from life as they light Chinese lanterns in a garden of flowers on a twilit summer evening. It took almost a year to finish, probably because he could only paint for a few minutes every evening when the light was exactly right. Ophelia by Sir John Everett Millais, Baronet Ophelia (1851) is a visitor favourite, our top-selling postcard and one of the most popular Pre-Raphaelite works in Tate's collection. Millais painted the tragic death of Shakespeare's Ophelia in painstaking detail over many months. Artist, poet and model Elizabeth Siddal posed for the painting, wearing a wedding dress in a bathtub of water in Millais's studio. Norham Castle, Sunrise by JMW Turner Norham Castle, Sunrise (1845) is an unfinished painting created late in JMW Turner's career. Turner saw the castle during his first tour of Northern Britain and painted the scene many times in his life. Dreams Have No Titles by Zineb Sedira Dreams Have No Titles (2022) is a film combining the artist’s life story with fiction and documentary and using non-professional actors. Sedira, her parents, son and friends all appear in this film about community and connection. It was made during the 60th anniversary of Algeria’s independence from French occupation. 1. Which artwork includes Chinese elements? A. Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose. B. Ophelia. C. Norham Castle, Sunrise. D. Dreams Have No Titles. 2. Why is Dreams Have No Titles different from the other three? A. It is a real life story. B. It is an unfinished artwork. C. It is about a historic event. D. It is presented in a different form. 3. Who is this text most probably intended for? A. Book collectors. B. Film lovers. C. Art enthusiasts. D. Environmental activists. B Some middle school students in Anne Arundel County are trying to solve a problem for one of their peers who uses a wheelchair. By doing so, they won a major award for their school, and it has qualified them for a nationwide competition. Southern Middle School students and their science teacher, Jenna Borman, are working on a prototype desk that they hope to attach to the wheelchair of their classmate, Kenneth, who has a special disease and uses a laptop as his primary means of communication. “At present, the iPad is in a pretty heavy case and has a strap (带子) that goes around his neck and a handle on the back of it for him to hold. When he's seated, it kind of just lays in his lap. It's not very easy for him to use,” Borman said. “Kenneth always has to hold his iPad, and so this project is going to help him just set it there so his hands are free, ” said Julia Baker to the social media, a student of this school. What started off as an engineering after-school program has turned into an award-winning idea. The students recently won a statewide Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) competition called “Solve for Tomorrow”, which came with $12, 000 worth of technology for the school. “We thought it was just an idea for Kenny, and then we won. So, it was like, wow, ”said Avery Willet excitedly. “This whole project is really teaching us about how to work together and how we can help other people and not just us, ” added Everleigh Finnelle. “I learned how to work with others and a lot of teamwork so that we could make this project the best it could be, ” said Haley Brown. “There is still room for improvement. Our team is working on the prototype, making adjustments so it works perfectly for Kenny. We're really most looking forward to seeing him using it and all of our work into it, ” Finnelle said. The final design is not due for the national competition until next month. 4. Why did the students come up with the idea of the prototype desk? A. To test what they've learnt in school. B. To join a national technology contest. C. To support a classmate's special need. D. To complete a group engineering project. 5. How did the students find their winning of the STEM award? A. Satisfying. B. Surprising. C. Comforting. D. Convincing. 6. What is Finnelle’s attitude to the future of the prototype desk? A. Hopeful. B. Doubtful. C. Objective. D. Cautious. 7. What is the main idea of this text? A. A competition is gaining popularity. B. A team won an award with a special design. C. A new invention will come onto the market. D. A program fuels students’ passion for science. C The past decade saw an increase in knowledge about the gut microbiota (肠道微生物群), and how it can have a positive impact on our health. I was first introduced to this area of science by Professor Gretchen Daily from Stanford University. She mentioned a research project conducted in Finland. The study set up an experiment with children in kindergartens to see what happened to their skin and gut microbiomes and their immune (免疫的) system function if they played in areas containing elements of nature. Seventy-nine children took part, all living in urban environments and spending the majority of their days at different daycare centres around Finland. They were encouraged to play in only one of the three types of yard over the 28 days of the experiment. The first was a standard outdoor play area, made up of concrete, gravel and some plastic matting. The second was nature-based: these have grass, soil and planted areas. In the experimental areas, the concrete and gravel were covered with forest floor and soil from the local forest. Before and after periods of play, the children’s skin and gut microbiota were measured, along with changes in their blood for immunoregulatory cytokine levels and Treg cell frequencies. These cells and proteins play a crucial role in preventing certain diseases; their levels in our blood are often used as an indication of how well the immune system is functioning. Remarkable results emerged. The children who played in the experimental yard showed a large increase in the diversity of microbiota on their skin and in their gut in comparison to the children playing in the urban and nature-based areas. Importantly, these were the “good” types of microbiota. The importance of this study cannot be overstated. It’s clear that even short-term exposure to nature’s microbial diversity has the potential to fundamentally change the diversity of microbiot a on our skin and in our gut. In addition, it suggests that the altered gut microbiota can regulate the function of our immune system. 8. What was the purpose of the research project? A. To analyze children’s play preferences. B. To explore the nature’s impact on health. C. To compare different daycare environments. D. To seek ways to improve children’s immunity. 9. What was the feature of the experimental yard according to the text? A. It included plastic matting only. B. It was entirely made of concrete. C. It was planted with artificial grass. D. It was covered with local forest soil. 10. What did the research show? A. Fewer kids played in urban areas. B. More kids preferred experimental yards. C. The kids’ immune system functioned the same. D. The kids’ microbiota diversity rose in experimental areas. 11 What does the study suggest about future health practices? A. Increasing physical exercise. B. Conducting long-term studies. C. Integrating nature into daily life. D. Increasing microbial diversity artificially. D A few weeks ago I bought two orchids (兰花) for my windowsill. After giving them the dose of water they clearly missed in the shop, I started reflecting on how closely plant care and philosophy are connected. The two, I realized, share more than meets the eye. You care for plants, and enjoy the life that develops thanks to your care, but the process is never finished. It continues until the plant completes its life cycle and then starts all over again. Philosophy works in the same way: new ideas, insights and perspectives are constantly emerging from the care taken with existing ideas. So just as plants grow and bloom, philosophical thinking is an ongoing process of becoming which never really reaches an end point. But it is precisely this constant thinking that keeps us on our toes, stimulates our creativity, and challenges us to leave the beaten track. Philosophical thinking, like caring for plants, also requires patience. While we think, little seems to be happening. The thinker seems to lose himself in reasoning, an idea, a concept. . . In this he resembles the gardener who also plays a largely passive role between sowing and harvesting. In other words, the gardener has to follow the rhythms of nature. He can do little but wait, observe — and perhaps attend to his own thoughts. This waiting, this slowness, this patience we must exercise, are part of philosophy, just as they’re part of gardening. Furthermore, both gardening and philosophy are far from useful in the traditional understanding of the word. Philosophical thinking rarely produces immediate, concrete results. The same goes for taking care of plants: there’s little economic benefits in watering house plants. But isn’t true happiness to be found precisely in the seemingly useless? When I see the spray of water from my watering can, my mind escapes the world of immediate rewards for a moment. So even watering plants raises more questions than you might think. But isn’t questioning precisely the essence of both philosophy, and of life itself? 12. Which best describes the similarity between gardening and philosophical thinking? A. Continuous. B. Unpredictable. C. Inspiring. D. Creative. 13. According to paragraph 3, how are gardeners and thinkers alike? A. They need to follow the natural pace. B. They must work quickly and efficiently. C. They both need to experience loneliness. D. They should set goals before taking action. 14. What does the underlined phrase “the word” in paragraph 4 refer to? A. Philosophy. B. Useful. C. Happiness. D. Patient. 15. What’s the main purpose of the text? A. To encourage a simpler way of living. B. To explain the basic ideas of philosophy. C. To explore how philosophy improves daily life. D. To illustrate the link between gardening and philosophy. 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。 In today’s interconnected society, the Chinese language is rapidly gaining importance, becoming valuable at both professional and individual levels. ___16___ China’s remarkable economic growth has played a critical role in the increasing interest in learning Chinese. Proficiency (精通)in Chinese has become advantageous for individuals seeking to engage with China’s vast market. ___17___ Many individuals are eager to connect with China’s rich literature, appreciate arts, and interact with locals on a more profound level. Various motivations for learning Chinese have given rise to diverse approaches to language acquisition. ___18___ This provides structured learning and access to language teachers. Some prefer online courses or language apps. These offer flexibility and convenience. Immersive experiences are also highly effective for developing fluency and cultural understanding. The approach to Chinese language education varies significantly across different regions of the world. In countries with large Chinese communities, such as Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, Chinese is often taught as a second language in schools. ___19___ In Europe and North America, Chinese is typically taught as a foreign language, with varying degrees of emphasis placed on language instruction in schools and universities. ___20___ The tones of the language and the complex writing system can initially seem upset. However, with consistent effort and dedication, learners can overcome these barriers and harvest the benefits of Chinese proficiency. The ability to communicate in Chinese opens doors to a world of cultural exchange, personal connection, and professional advancement. A. Learning Chinese presents both challenges and rewards. B. Some individuals choose traditional classroom instruction. C. Besides, there is a growing fascination with Chinese culture. D. The world is welcoming the Chinese language with enthusiasm. E. As a result, people from all corners of the world are eager to learn it. F. Governments worldwide are encouraging and supporting language learning. G. This early exposure provides a solid foundation for further language learning. 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。 We drive through Botswana’s Linyanti Wildlife Reserve. I’m nervous but ___21___ by the nearness of the wildlife. Just ___22___ away, wild dogs playfully ___23___ one another through the bush. I feel the dry heat, ___24___ the muddy river, and see African antelopes jumping out of my peripheral (周边的) vision, left to right. Later, when a group of elephants block the path that leads back to our camp, no one ___25___ . My travel companions and I are very grateful for the ___26___ to observe these gentle giants eating grass in their own habitat. Every night, the sounds of the wilderness accompany us to ___27___ : elephants making noises, hippos hitting water, lions roaring. My heart races with each ___28___ , and though I am ___29___ to look outside my tent, I never dare. During one of our evening drives, our expedition leader _____30_____ the vehicle. “We’re going to take five minutes to listen, ” he says. “No talking, just listen. ” I sit _____31_____ as we watch the setting sun paint the sky with _____32_____ orange, yellow, and pink. Tears begin to run down my face. That’s the moment I realize I’m truly in Africa. The wildlife _____33_____ were unforgettable, and the warmth and connection with the local people left a deep impression. From the moment I landed in Botswana, I felt a sense of _____34_____ . As a Black woman, I feel empowered. Being here feels like coming home, as if I’ve discovered a _____35_____ piece of myself. Finally, I feel complete. 21. A. thrilled B. frightened C. amused D. disappointed 22. A. miles B. inches C. blocks D. steps 23. A. feed on B. look for C. run after D. tear at 24. A. smell B. taste C. swim D. clean 25. A. watches B. minds C. reminds D. remains 26. A. chance B. ability C. way D. invitation 27. A. play B. walk C. explore D. sleep 28. A. memory B. beat C. sound D. word 29. A. forced B. attracted C. moved D. permitted 30. A. checks B. controls C. stops D. drives 31. A. anxious B. alone C. restless D. motionless 32. A. blinding B. breathtaking C. shocking D. flashing 33. A. conflicts B. habits C. encounters D. agencies 34. A. loss B. belonging C. responsibility D. guilt 35. A. missing B. new C. torn D. unique 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 The Zhuang Nationality Song Festival, also known as Gexu Festival and Gepo Festival, ___36___ (hold) on the third day of the third month of the Chinese lunar year. It originates from a festival of sacrifices and folk songs and dances in the Clan Tribes Age. It is ___37___ (current) celebrated by the Zhuang Minority ___38___ two separate parts: day and night, consisting chiefly of singing matches, and nighttime events. There are many romantic legends ___39___ (associate) with the Zhuang Nationality Song Festival. The well-established one was about a father — an old singer himself — ___40___ (want) to choose a young man who was good at singing to be his son-in-law for his beautiful girl. Young men from different places gathered in a certain place ___41___ (compete) , using their singing skills. Thus, the Singing Fair, or Song Festival, was formed. There are many interesting activities during the Zhuang Nationality Song Festival, and people dress up in their ___42___ (much) beautiful costumes to attend this festival. Young men and women are divided into two teams, male and female. Someone from one team sings a call or question, and someone from the opposing team sings a ___43___ (respond) . If a girl thinks that a boy is her Mr. Right, she throws him an embroidered ball (xiuqiu) . The boy will tie his gift on the ball and return the ball ___44___ he likes the girl as well. ___45___ charming events of dancing and singing always attract many people. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华。你校英文报拟开辟“Safety”专栏，现就相关话题征求意见。请根据所给提示给编辑部推荐两个话题并说明理由。 Topics to recommend ☐food safety ☐information safety ☐property safety ☐traffic safety ☐physical safety ☐other 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。 Dear editor, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 When I was 21, I moved to Sydney, working as a waiter at a small local restaurant. I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do, and this uncertainty left me feeling lost. This big city was a soulless place and everyone was just out for themselves. The only thing that truly gave me comfort was playing the flute (笛子). My connection with the flute began when I was 16. Determined to buy one, I worked at a supermarket earning just $2. 35 an hour. When I finally bought it, it became my most valued possession. Every day I would come home and play it. The tunes helped me process my emotions. One day I was working at the restaurant when someone asked me what I was doing that night. I said, “I’m going to be playing the flute at…” and then I suddenly realised that I hadn’t picked up my flute when I got off the train that day. I immediately and completely freaked out (六神无主). I raced to the train station to ask if it had been handed in. It hadn’t, but I gave them my number anyway in case it turned up. I just thought, well, it’s gone — stupidly, I didn’t even have my name written on the case. I spent the following week in total guilt, feeling sorry for myself. Then, one day, I got a call from someone at CityRail saying they had my flute. I went into the lost property place at Central and there it was, among all the lost bags and umbrellas. As I went to grab it, the guards there asked for my ID. I told them I had lost my ID, and that it would take several weeks to get a new one. And they said, well, sorry — you’ve got to have your ID to get your flute back. 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。 Feeling quite desperate, I said, “What if I play you a tune?” ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I finished my playing. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$