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泸州市高2024级高一学年末统一考试 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、准考证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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What will the woman do at the talent show? A. Sing a song. B. Host the show. C. Perform a group dance. 【答案】A 【解析】 【原文】M: Are you going to take part in the talent show tomorrow? W: Yes, I’ll be performing a song. Thank you and the student group for organizing it! M: It’s a team effort. Anyway, I’m excited to see your performance! 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 When will the man’s first game take place? A. This Tuesday. B. This Wednesday. C. This Friday. 【答案】C 【解析】 【原文】W: I heard you joined the basketball team last Tuesday. You’ve been training for a week. How is it going? M: It’s tough! We started to focus on our defense this morning, and our first game will be in three days. W: So soon! I hope you win. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Where is the bookstore? A. Next to the supermarket. B. Opposite the library. C. Away from Center Street. 【答案】A 【解析】 【原文】M: Excuse me, where is the bookstore? I need to buy an art book. W: It’s on Center Street. You can find the supermarket first, and you’ll see the bookstore next to it. If you can’t buy what you need there, there’s also a library a mile away. M: Thanks! 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What’s wrong with the girl’s shoes? A. They’re not in fashion. B. They’re not suitable for PE. C. They do not match her jacket. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】M: Those are cute shoes. You have the best fashion sense! W: Thanks. They match my jacket perfectly, but I wish I hadn’t decided to wear them today. I can’t keep up with the class. M: Yeah, the teacher said we should have sports shoes for PE. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A movie. B. A novel. C. A poem. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】M: Have you ever read Little Women? W: Yes, it’s a warm and inspiring book. It was much more interesting than the poems we read last month. M: I agree. It’s also been made into a movie. How about we watch it now? 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。 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. Which program did the man join? A. An art-making program. B. A sports training program. C. An outdoor adventure program. 7. What does the woman think of the arts program? A. It’s enjoyable. B. It’s boring. C. It’s difficult. 【答案】6. C 7. A 【解析】 【原文】M: Hi, Lily. Have you signed up for the summer camp? W: No, I’m still wondering which program to join. And you? M: I chose the outdoor adventure program. It includes hiking and camping. W: I think I might join the arts program. I enjoy painting and paper cutting. M: Sounds fun. I also heard there’s a sports training program with volleyball. W: That’s true, but I don’t like sports. It’s a little boring. I think I’ll stick to art. M: Fine. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 8. What is new about the café? A. It has reduced the prices B. It has added more choices. C. It has removed the sweets. 9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Friends. B. Coach and player. C. Waiter and customer. 【答案】8. B 9. A 【解析】 【原文】W: Mark, have you seen the new café menu? M: Yes, they’ve added new dishes, including healthy salads and sweets. What do you think? W: I love it! I’ve been trying to eat more healthily. I’m going to try some vegetable dishes today. And you? M: The fruit cake is calling my name. I’m very glad they’re offering more options now. By the way do you have soccer practice later? W: Yes, at 2:00 p.m., but it’s just a light 30-minute practice today. Are you coming to watch? M: I’ll come if I finish my English homework in time. W: Okay! 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 10. What is the main topic of the group project? A. Digital image. B. New technology. C. Environmental protection. 11. What does Professor Chen suggest the man do? A. Use more images. B. Present clear views. C. List various arguments. 12. What is Lisa good at according to the man? A. Choosing topics. B. Organizing thoughts. C. Giving presentations. 13. Where is the conversation probably taking place? A. In a science lab. B. In a lecture hall. C. In an office. 【答案】10. C 11. B 12. B 13. C 【解析】 【原文】M: Professor Chen, can I ask you about the group project? W: Of course, come in. What do you need help with? M: Should we pick our own topics or are there fixed ones? W: You can choose, but it must focus on environmental issues. For example, you could talk about air pollution or how to save energy. Have you thought of any topics? M: I’m thinking about water pollution causes and solutions. Or maybe solar energy. Do we need pictures in our presentation? W: That’s up to you. Make sure your points are clear, and use examples to support your arguments. Start by explaining the problem, then show how to fix it. M: My teammate Lisa is good at making charts and organizing information. I plan to focus on the causes and solutions for water pollution. Lisa is looking into clean energy, including water and wind power technologies. W: Good teamwork. Remember to explain important words like “recycle” in your speech. Send me your outline when you finish. M: We will. Thank you! 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 14. How many people are expected to run in the race? A. About seven hundred. B. Around one thousand. C. More than two thousand. 15. Where does the race end? A. At a park. B. At a sports center. C. Outside the town hall. 16. How can people become volunteers for the race? A. By sending an email. B. By making a phone call. C. By filling in an online form. 17. What is the main purpose of holding the race? A. To support a charity. B. To inspire people to exercise. C. To raise money for building a gym. 【答案】14. C 15. B 16. C 17. A 【解析】 【原文】W: Did you hear about the local race next month? M: Yes! A guy from my gym has signed up for it. How many runners are expected? W: Over two thousand! That’s more than last year’s 1,000 participants. It’s one of the biggest events in the town. They’ll play music and give free bananas to the crowd.​ M: That’s exciting! What’s the distance? W: Twelve kilometers. The route starts at Green Lake Park, goes past the library, and finishes at Sunshine Sports Center. They’ll have signs with mile markers for runners. M: I’d love to see the race. When exactly does it begin? W: At 7:00 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month. ​ M: That’s early! They surely need lots of volunteers then. Do you know how to be a volunteer? W: Of course, I just signed up! There’s a form online. Fill it out, and if you get selected, they’ll email or call you. M: Cool. I heard they’re mainly aimed at raising money for a local charity. W: Yes! The money will help support youth sports programs. M: What a great way to give back to the community! 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】 18. What made Mandy develop a deeper love for Italian culture? A. Studying art. B. Eating local foods. C. Visiting tourist attractions. 19. What is Mandy probably excited to do in China? A. Learn Chinese. B. Have Chinese tea. C. Take a cooking class. 20. Why does Mandy want to write a book? A. To introduce Chinese traditions. B. To share her cooking experiences. C. To encourage others to explore cultures. 【答案】18. A 19. B 20. C 【解析】 【原文】 Mandy has always had an interest in exploring new cultures. Last year, she traveled to Italy, where she visited many famous tourist attractions. During her trip, she took a cooking class and learned how to prepare traditional Italian dishes, such as handmade pasta. She also spent time learning about art, which deepened her love for Italian culture. This year, Mandy is planning a trip to China during the spring season. She is excited to explore Chinese traditions, including the tea culture and visits to the places of interest. To prepare for the trip, Mandy has been practicing Chinese for months, as she wants to understand Chinese culture better. Additionally, she plans to document her experiences in a travel journal, hoping to record the beauty of each place she visits. Mandy also wants to study modern Chinese art and special buildings while visiting Beijing. Her dream is to write a book one day, sharing her adventures and inspiring others to explore different cultures around the world. 第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Urban gardening is the practice of growing plants in cities, using spaces like balconies, rooftops, and community plots. It has become popular as a way to bring nature into urban areas and offers many benefits. Environmental Benefits Urban gardens help make the air quality better by reducing pollution. Plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, making the air cleaner. They also reduce the urban heat island effect by providing green spaces. Additionally, urban gardens promote biodiversity by creating habitats for beneficial insects, birds, and other wildlife. Health and Well-being Urban gardening can have a positive impact on mental health. Spending time outdoors and connecting with nature help reduce stress and anxiety. Physically, gardening encourages exercise through tasks like digging and planting, promoting overall health. Food Security and Sustainability Urban gardens provide access to fresh, organic produce, especially in areas where grocery stores are rare. By growing food locally, urban gardening reduces the need for long-distance transportation, lowering carbon emissions. It also promotes sustainable practices to reduce waste and enrich the soil. Community Engagement Urban gardens often serve as community hubs where neighbors can come together These shared spaces build a sense of belonging and unity. They also provide opportunities for people to learn about sustainable living and plant life cycles. Despite its benefits, urban gardening faces challenges such as limited space, soil pollution, and lack of resources. However, these can be addressed through creative solutions like vertical gardening, taking advantage of containers, and conducting soil tests. In conclusion, urban gardening is more than just a hobby. By changing small spaces into green areas, urban gardeners can make a positive impact on their environment and daily lives. 21. What can urban gardens do according to the text? A. Improve the air quality. B. Act as grocery stores. C. Remove the heat island effect. D. Treat rare mental illnesses. 22. What solution is suggested to the limited space problem? A. Protecting soil resources. B. Building small green areas. C. Making use of containers. D. Turning to creative gardeners. 23. Who might find the text most helpful? A. City people. B. Garden visitors. C. Environmental activists. D. Community cleaners. 【答案】21. A 22. C 23. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了城市园艺及其环境、健康等多方面益处与挑战。 【21题详解】 细节理解题。根据“Environmental Benefits”部分中的“Urban gardens help make the air quality better by reducing pollution. Plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, making the air cleaner. (城市花园通过减少污染来帮助改善空气质量。植物吸收二氧化碳并释放氧气，使空气更清洁)”可知，城市花园能改善空气质量，故选A项。 【22题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“However, these can be addressed through creative solutions like vertical gardening, taking advantage of containers, and conducting soil tests. (然而，这些问题可以通过诸如垂直园艺、利用容器以及进行土壤测试等创造性解决方案来解决)”可知，针对空间有限的问题，建议的解决办法是利用容器，故选C项。 【23题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Urban gardening is the practice of growing plants in cities, using spaces like balconies, rooftops, and community plots. It has become popular as a way to bring nature into urban areas and offers many benefits. (城市园艺是在城市中利用阳台、屋顶和社区地块等空间种植植物的做法。它已成为将自然引入城市地区的一种流行方式，并提供了许多好处)”及全文内容可知，文章主要介绍城市园艺在城市中的实践及其好处，城市居民是主要相关群体，由此可推测，城市居民可能会发现这篇文章最有帮助。故选A项。 B For many people, midnight is the time to sleep. But for a young astronomer, it’s the perfect time to start his day. The night is quiet and perfect for stargazing. He walks out of his bedroom and sets up his telescope in the open space. The Orion nebula is tonight’s target. With only caffeine and the stars for company, he begins his journey into the cosmos (宇宙). Every Friday evening, the young astronomer joins his club to explore the universe. They study a wide range of topics, from relativity and cosmology to the history of astronomy (天文学) and even astrobiology. When the weather is clear, they go stargazing with their own equipment. Sometimes, just lying down and chatting with friends under the night sky is enough. However, when it’s cloudy, they still have fun with gatherings and club dinners. The club is a place for everyone, from beginners to advanced learners. Seniors guide juniors through lectures and competition training. This year, the club won several awards in the NUS-NTU AstroChallenge and even represented Singapore in an international competition. The young astronomer also enjoys the club’s outreach events. They organize Astronite, an annual stargazing event, and Astrigue, an introductory astronomy competition. For better views of the stars, they sometimes travel to places like Bintan in Indonesia or Port Dickson in Malaysia. Closer to home, they visit Semakau Island, which is reserved for astronomy due to its least light pollution. Astronomy has changed the young astronomer’s life. It has taught him patience and helped him appreciate the wonders of nature. It also encourages him to pursue his interests and stay grounded with the support of friends and teachers. He hopes more people will join him in exploring the vast and awesome universe. 24. What is the young astronomer’s main activity during the night? A. Having a sound sleep. B. Planning the next target. C. Enjoying coffee for company. D. Studying stars with equipment. 25. What do we know about the club? A. It consists of new beginners. B. It focuses on studying theory. C. It organizes regular space dinners. D. It offers guidance on competition. 26. Why do the club members go to Bintan or Port Dickson? A. To avoid a longer journey. B. To monitor light pollution. C. To make a better observation. D. To take part in outdoor exercise. 27. What is the text mainly about? A. The secrets of wonderful astronomy. B. The daily life of a young astronomer. C. The exploration of the whole universe. D. The present challenges of space travel. 【答案】24. D 25. D 26. C 27. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了一位年轻天文学家利用夜晚用望远镜观星，每周五晚参加俱乐部活动，该俱乐部还组织竞赛等活动，天文学改变了他的生活。 【24题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“He walks out of his bedroom and sets up his telescope in the open - space. The Orion nebula is tonight’s target. With only caffeine and the stars for company, he begins his journey into the cosmos (宇宙).( 他走出卧室，在空地上架起望远镜。猎户座星云是今晚的目标。只有咖啡因和星星陪伴，他开始了他的宇宙之旅。)”可知，这位年轻的天文学家晚上走出卧室架起望远镜，以猎户座星云为目标开始探索宇宙，即他晚上主要活动是用设备研究星星。故选D项。 【25题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“Seniors guide juniors through lectures and competition training.( 高年级学生通过讲座和竞赛训练指导低年级学生)” 可知，俱乐部里高年级学生通过讲座和竞赛培训指导低年级学生，即俱乐部提供竞赛方面的指导。故选D项。 【26题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“For better views of the stars, they sometimes travel to places like Bintan in Indonesia or Port Dickson in Malaysia.( 为了更好地看星星，他们有时会去印度尼西亚的民丹岛或马来西亚的波德申等地。)”可知，俱乐部成员去印尼的民丹岛或马来西亚的波德申是为了更好地观赏星星，也就是进行更好的观测。故选C项。 【27题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章第一段介绍了年轻天文学家夜晚的个人观星活动，第二段介绍了他在俱乐部的活动，包括周五晚上的俱乐部探索、学习各种主题、观星、聚会等，第三段介绍了俱乐部的外展活动，最后一段讲天文学对他生活的影响。整体围绕一位年轻天文学家的日常生活展开。故选B项。 C The ‘alalā, a unique kind of crow native only to Hawaii, has a deep cultural significance for native Hawaiians. These intelligent and talkative birds are known for their different calls. However, decades ago, they faced the cruel reality of dying out in the wild. In the 1970s, with no other options left, they were taken into captivity (圈养) as an important measure to save the species. Unfortunately, by 2002, they completely disappeared from the wild. Thankfully, a special breeding program managed to turn things around to some degree. The population has now grown to over 100 birds. But the journey to reintroduce them to their natural habitat has been tough. In 2016, a group of ‘alalā was released on Hawai’s Big Island. Aware of the presence of their natural predator (捕食动物), a hawk known as the ‘io, wildlife protectors provided the birds with predator-training. Despite these efforts, the hawks still managed to hunt the released crows, and recaptured the remaining birds. Now, a new and promising effort is being made. Five one-year-old ‘alalā have been set free in a forest on Maui, an area free from hawks. Younger crows, being more adaptable, are expected to have a better chance of survival. In the forest, the birds are placed in a safe, netted enclosure (围场). Scientists are monitoring their every move closely, and they are also provided with additional food because they haven’t yet had the ability to find food independently. For the ‘alalā, after so many years in captivity, there is no clear path for fully returning them to the wild. Hanna Mounce, the manager of the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project, emphasizes that every small achievement counts in the fight to protect Hawaii’s precious wildlife. Although the ‘alalā doesn’t fully adapt to the wild just yet, the fact that they have been released and are currently doing well is unbelievably encouraging and marks a significant milestone in protection efforts. 28. What do we know about the ‘alalā from the first paragraph? A. They are fit to live in groups. B. They are an endangered species. C They are Hawaiians’ favorites. D. They are good at communication. 29. What are scientists doing about the five one-year-old ‘alalā now? A. Getting close to them slowly. B. Adjusting their food structure. C. Teaching them different living skills. D. Putting them in a forest under protection. 30 What is Hanna Mounce’s attitude towards the ‘alalā protection efforts? A. Unclear. B. Optimistic C. Worried. D. Critical. 31. What can be a suitable title for the text? A. ’Alalā: A Unique Bird Found B. Maui: A Dream Place for Birds C. Project: Saving Precious Wildlife D. Journey: From Captivity to the Wild 【答案】28. B 29. D 30. B 31. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了仅产于夏威夷的‘alalā曾濒临灭绝，经圈养繁殖后，2016 年和现在尝试放归野外，现虽未完全适应但已取得进展。 【28题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段中的“However, decades ago, they faced the cruel reality of dying out in the wild. In the 1970s, with no other options left, they were taken into captivity (圈养) as an important measure to save the species. Unfortunately, by 2002, they completely disappeared from the wild. (然而，几十年前，他们面临着在野外灭绝的残酷现实。在20世纪70年代，由于没有其他选择，它们被圈养作为拯救物种的重要措施。不幸的是，到2002年，它们完全从野外消失了。)”可知，几十年前这种鸟面临在野外灭绝的残酷现实，2002 年它们从野外完全消失了，后来被圈养来拯救这个物种，由此可以推断出它们是濒危物种。故选B项。 【29题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“Five one-year-old ‘alalā have been set free in a forest on Maui, an area free from hawks. Younger crows, being more adaptable, are expected to have a better chance of survival. In the forest, the birds are placed in a safe, netted enclosure (围场). Scientists are monitoring their every move closely, and they are also provided with additional food because they haven’t yet had the ability to find food independently. ( 5只一岁大‘alalā被放生在毛伊岛的森林里，这是一个没有鹰的地区。年轻的乌鸦适应能力更强，预计会有更好的生存机会。在森林里，鸟儿被安置在一个安全的、用网围起来的围栏里。科学家们密切监视着它们的一举一动，而且还为它们提供了额外的食物，因为它们还没有独立寻找食物的能力。)”可知，五只一岁大的‘alalā被放到毛伊岛的森林里，这个森林没有它们的捕食者，并且它们被放在安全的有网的围场里，科学家密切监测它们，还给它们提供额外食物，这说明它们被放在受保护的森林里。故选D项。 【30题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Hanna Mounce, the manager of the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project, emphasizes that every small achievement counts in the fight to protect Hawaii’s precious wildlife. Although the ‘alalā doesn’t fully adapt to the wild just yet, the fact that they have been released and are currently doing well is unbelievably encouraging and marks a significant milestone in protection efforts. (毛伊岛森林鸟类恢复项目的经理汉娜·蒙斯强调，在保护夏威夷珍贵野生动物的斗争中，每一个小成就都很重要。虽然“alalā”还不能完全适应野外环境，但它们已经被释放，而且目前表现良好，这一事实令人难以置信地鼓舞人心，标志着保护工作的一个重要里程碑。)”可知，汉娜·蒙斯强调在保护夏威夷珍贵野生动物的斗争中每一个小成就都很重要，虽然‘alalā还没有完全适应野外，但它们被释放且目前状况良好这一事实令人难以置信地鼓舞人心，标志着保护工作的一个重要里程碑，由此可以看出她对‘alalā的保护工作持乐观态度。故选B项。 【31题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章主要讲述了‘alalā这种鸟从圈养到努力回归野外的过程，包括之前在野外濒临灭绝被圈养，后来尝试放归野外遇到困难，现在又有新的放归努力等。D 选项“Journey: From Captivity to the Wild（旅程：从圈养到野外）”最能概括文章内容，适合作为文章的标题。故选D项。 D Laughter, a universal human expression, takes many forms. But not all laughter is created equal. New research led by social psychologist Roza Kamiloglu at VU Amsterdam shows that laughter induced by tickling (挠痒痒) stands apart from other forms of laughter. Her team began by collecting 887 unconscious laughter videos from YouTube. They then classified these videos according to what caused the laughter, including tickle attacks, a type of incident called taking pleasure in other people’s misfortune, and verbal jokes. About 70% of these videos were used to train a machine-learning algorithm (运算法则) to link laughter forms with their causes. Surprisingly, based on acoustic features like loudness and rhythm, the algorithm could correctly identify laughter produced by tickling 62.5% of the time. When human observers were developed, they correctly identified tickling laughter 61.2%of the time. This research, published in Biology Letters, has far-reaching impacts. Many mammals, such as dogs, squirrel monkeys, and chimpanzees, produce cheerful voice during play that sounds like laughter. One of the first things that newborns do early in life is laugh, and even deaf babies laugh unconsciously. Some primates (灵长目动物) engage in the activity, too. This indicates that tickling-related laughter likely developed over 10 million years ago to help primates build friendly relations. Dr Kamiloglu now plans to study how infectious different sorts of laughs are. She thinks that if the tickling laugh developed to bring primates together, it should be highly infectious, but this has not been tested yet. As for other forms of laughter unique to humans, they probably developed much later when the human brain became more complex. With this in mind, there are two main types of laughter: one from tickling and the other from other amusing things. This research not only helps us understand the nature of laughter but also shows its evolutionary roots. But he who laughs last, it would seem, laughs longest. 32. What does the underlined word “induced” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A. Caused. B. Stopped. C. Replaced. D. Recorded. 33. What did Dr Kamiloglu’s team do next after collecting videos? A. They picked out the videos with jokes. B. They asked observers to enjoy the videos. C. They sorted the videos by the causes of laughter. D. They used machines to analyze the features of jokes. 34. What can be inferred from the published research? A. Laughter is unique to human beings. B. Laughter connects with social interaction. C. Primates are fond of joining in playful activities. D. The human brain varies with the change of laughter 35. What will Dr Kamiloglu explore about laughs in her further research? A. Their complexity. B. Their cultural roots. C. Their infectiousness. D. Their specific types. 【答案】32. A 33. C 34. B 35. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了笑是一种普遍的人类表达方式，有多种形式。但并非所有的笑声都是平等的。由阿姆斯特丹自由大学的社会心理学家Roza Kamiloglu领导的一项新研究表明，由挠痒痒引起的笑声与其他形式的笑声不同。 【32题详解】 词句猜测题。根据上下文以及划线单词句中“New research led by social psychologist Roza Kamiloglu at VU Amsterdam shows that laughter …by tickling (挠痒痒) stands apart from other forms of laughter. ( 由阿姆斯特丹自由大学的社会心理学家Roza Kamiloglu领导的一项新研究表明，由挠痒痒……的笑声与其他形式的笑声不同。)”后面接着说按照引发笑声的原因对视频进行分类，包括挠痒痒引发的笑声等。由此可以推断出“induced”意思是“引发，引起”，与A选项“caused”意思相近。故选A项。 【33题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Her team began by collecting 887 unconscious laughter videos from YouTube. They then classified these videos according to what caused the laughter (她的团队从YouTube上收集了887个无意识的笑声视频。然后，他们根据引起笑声的原因对这些视频进行分类)”可知，他们在收集视频后，根据笑声的原因对视频进行了分类。故选C项。 【34题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中“This indicates that tickling - related laughter likely developed over 10 million years ago to help primates build friendly relations. (这表明，与挠痒有关的笑声可能在1000多万年前发展起来，以帮助灵长类动物建立友好关系。)”这表明与挠痒痒相关的笑声有助于灵长类动物建立友好关系，说明笑声与社交互动有关。故选B项。 【35题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段中“Dr Kamiloglu now plans to study how infectious different sorts of laughs are. (Kamiloglu博士现在计划研究不同种类的笑是如何传染的。)”可推知，Kamiloglu博士计划研究不同种类笑声的传染性。故选C项。 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。 Using DeepSeek to learn English is a great way to improve your language skills in a fun and interactive way. Do you want to practice speaking, learn new words, improve your grammar, or get better at writing? ____36____, so knowing your goal will keep you on track. Here’s a simple guide to help you get started. Practice conversations. Talk to DeepSeek like you would with a friend. You can ask questions, or even pretend to be in different situations, like a job interview or a casual chat. ____37____. Learn new vocabulary. Ask DeepSeek for the meanings of new words and examples of how to use them. You can also ask for lists of words about specific topics. Practice these words regularly to grow your vocabulary. ____38____. If you’re confused about language rules, DeepSeek can explain them in a simple way. You can also write sentences and ask DeepSeek to check them for mistakes. This will help you learn from your errors. Get better at writing. Share your essays or other writing with DeepSeek. ____39____. You can also practice writing on different topics and get feedback. It’s important to make learning a daily habit. ____40____. You should go back to areas where you need more practice. DeepSeek can help you track your progress and show you where you’re improving. By using DeepSeek regularly, you can create a personalized and fun way to learn English that fits your pace and interests. Keep practicing, and you’ll see progress! A. Improve grammar B. Review what you’ve learned C. DeepSeek can help you with all of these D. This helps you use English in real-life ways E. It can give you tips to make your writing clearer F. This will introduce you to different writing styles G. Create a personalized and interactive experience 【答案】36. C 37. D 38. A 39. E 40. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了DeepSeek可以用于提高语言技能以及四条使用该工具的建议。 【36题详解】 第一段第二句“Do you want to practice speaking, learn new words, improve your grammar, or get better at writing?(您是想练习口语、学习新单词、提高语法水平，还是想在写作方面做得更好呢)”列举了语言学习的四个方面，空在其后，要承接该句。选项C表示“DeepSeek能够为你解决所有这些问题”，能够承接上文，选项中all of these回指前句提到的practice speaking, learn new words, improve your grammar, or get better at writing。故选C项。 【37题详解】 根据第二段中的“Talk to DeepSeek like you would with a friend.You can ask questions, or even pretend to be in different situations, like a job interview or a casual chat.(与DeepSeek交流时，就像与朋友交流一样。你可以提问，甚至可以假装处于不同的情境中，比如参加面试或进行随意的交谈)”可知，DeepSeek提供语言对话的机会，空在该段结尾，要承接该话题。选项D表示“这能帮助你将英语运用到实际生活中”符合要求。故选D项。 【38题详解】 所填句在第四段句首，是主旨句，要用祈使句与其他段落保持一致。根据其后的“If you’re confused about language rules, DeepSeek can explain them in a simple way.(如果你对语言规则感到困惑，DeepSeek可以以简单易懂的方式为你进行解释)”可知，语言规则即语法，本文主旨与语法有关，选项A项表示“提高语法”符合要求。故选A项。 【39题详解】 根据第五段第二句“Share your essays or other writing with DeepSeek.(将您文章或其他作品提交给DeepSeek)”和第四句“You can also practice writing on different topics and get feedback.(你还可以针对不同的主题进行写作练习，并获取反馈意见)”可推断，DeepSeek可以帮助改文章，空在两句之间，要体现这个话题。选项E表示“它能为你提供一些技巧，帮助你让文章表述得更加清晰”与推断相吻合。故选E项。 【40题详解】 根据第六段首句“It’s important to make learning a daily habit.(养成每日学习的习惯是很重要的)”以及第三句“You should go back to areas where you need more practice.(你应该回到那些需要你进一步练习的领域去)”可知，这是在提建议。空所在句在两句之间，要满足话题一致，也要提出学习的建议。选项B表示“复习你学到的内容”呼应养成习惯和回顾。故选B项。 第三部分 语言知识运用(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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 It was a seemingly ordinary day for the 14 children on the school bus in Aurora. Little did they know that they were about to face a terrifying ____41____. As the bus driver, Mr. Thompson, was making a turn, he spotted ____42____ coming from the dashboard (仪表板). Without hesitation, Mr. Thompson ____43____ the bus over to the side of the road, ensuring that all 14 students were safely off the bus ____44____ the flames (火焰) could spread further. When Aurora Fire Rescue ____45____ the scene, the bus was fully in flames. Firefighters quickly put out the fire and later ____46____ that the fire had started in the engine compartment and was accidental. ____47____, no one was injured, thanks to the driver’s swift response. Later on in a statement, Aurora Fire Rescue ____48____ the driver, saying, “The outcome of this incident could have been tragic, but the quick and effective ____49____ of the bus driver and firefighters were truly heroic.” Aurora Public Schools also expressed their ____50____, emphasizing that the safety of students and staff is their top ____51____. They thought highly of the driver for his awareness and quick thinking, which ____52____ a potential disaster. And for Mr. Thompson, he ____53____ said he was just doing his job, but everyone knew he was a true ____54____ that day. This incident serves as a powerful ____55____ of the importance of staying calm under pressure and acting decisively in emergencies. 41. A. test B. attack C. accident D. choice 42. A. oil B. smoke C. water D. light 43. A. pulled B. dragged C. directed D. pushed 44. A. once B. unless C. until D. before 45. A. reached B. pictured C. explored D. blocked 46. A. stressed B. admitted C. imagined D. determined 47. A. Eventually B. Hopefully C. Fortunately D. Curiously 48. A. contacted B. praised C. informed D. interviewed 49. A. adjustments B. actions C. surveys D. analyses 50. A. gratitude B. kindness C. concern D. responsibility 51. A. trend B. benefit C. priority D. anxiety 52. A. abandoned B. delayed C. decreased D. prevented 53. A. politely B. loudly C. simply D. cautiously 54. A. hero B. driver C. stranger D. volunteer 55. A. discussion B. reminder C. response D. experiment 【答案】41. C 42. B 43. A 44. D 45. A 46. D 47. C 48. B 49. B 50. A 51. C 52. D 53. C 54. A 55. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了校车司机汤普森临危不乱救学生的英勇事迹。 【41题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：他们根本不知道自己即将面临一场可怕的意外。A. test测试；B. attack攻击；C. accident意外；D. choice选择。根据后文“the bus was fully in flames”可知，校车起火了，说明孩子们面临的是一场可怕的意外。故选C。 【42题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当校车司机汤普森先生转弯时，他看到仪表板上冒出烟来。A. oil油；B. smoke烟；C. water水；D. light光。根据后文“the flames could spread further”可知，火焰会蔓延，说明仪表板上冒出的是烟。故选B。 【43题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：汤普森先生毫不犹豫地把车停到路边，确保在火焰进一步蔓延之前，所有14名学生都安全下车。A. pulled拉，停车；B. dragged拖；C. directed指导；D. pushed推。根据后文“the bus over to the side of the road, ensuring that all 14 students were safely off the bus”可知，此处指把车停到路边，应用pull over。故选A。 【44题详解】 考查连词词义辨析。句意同上。A. once一旦；B. unless除非；C. until直到；D. before在……之前。根据前文“the bus over to the side of the road, ensuring that all 14 students were safely off the bus”和后文“the flames (火焰) could spread further”可知，司机要确保在火焰进一步蔓延之前，所有学生都安全下车，before符合语境。故选D。 【45题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：当奥罗拉消防救援队到达现场时，巴士已经完全起火。A. reached到达；B. pictured想象；C. explored探索；D. blocked阻塞。根据前文“When Aurora Fire Rescue”和后文“the scene, the bus was fully in flames”可知，此处指消防救援队到达现场。故选A。 【46题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：消防队员迅速扑灭了大火，后来查明火灾是从发动机舱开始的，是意外事故。A. stressed强调；B. admitted承认；C. imagined想象；D. determined确定、查明。根据后文“that the fire had started in the engine compartment and was accidental”可知，消防队员后来查明了火灾的起因和确定了性质。故选D。 【47题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：幸运的是，由于司机的迅速反应，没有人受伤。A. Eventually终于；B. Hopefully有希望地；C. Fortunately幸运地；D. Curiously好奇地。根据后文“no one was injured, thanks to the driver’s swift response”可知，由于司机的迅速反应，没有人受伤，这是幸运的。故选C。 【48题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：后来，奥罗拉消防救援队在一份声明中赞扬了司机，称：“这次事件的结果本可能是悲剧性的，但司机和消防队员的迅速有效行动是真正的英雄行为。”A. contacted联系；B. praised赞扬；C. informed通知；D. interviewed采访。根据后文“the outcome of this incident could have been tragic, but the quick and effective”可知，消防救援队在声明中赞扬了司机的行为。故选B。 【49题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。A. adjustments调整；B. actions行动；C. surveys调查；D. analyses分析。根据上文“Without hesitation, Mr. Thompson ... the bus over to the side of the road, ensuring that all 14 students were safely off the bus”和“Firefighters quickly put out the fire”可知，此处指司机和消防队员的迅速有效行动是真正的英雄行为。故选B。 【50题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：奥罗拉公立学校也表达了他们的感激之情，强调学生和教职员工的安全是他们的首要任务。A. gratitude感激；B. kindness善良；C. concern关心；D. responsibility责任。根据前文“ensuring that all 14 students were safely off the bus”可知，司机的行动使得学生没有受到伤害，学校对司机的行为表示感激。故选A。 【51题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。A. trend趋势；B. benefit利益；C. priority优先事项；D. anxiety焦虑。根据上文“the safety of students and staff is their top”可知，学校强调学生和教职员工的安全是他们的首要任务。故选C。 【52题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们高度评价司机的意识和快速思考，这阻止了一场潜在的灾难。A. abandoned抛弃；B. delayed延迟；C. decreased减少；D. prevented阻止。根据上文“They thought highly of the driver for his awareness and quick thinking, which”和下文“a potential disaster”可知，司机的意识和快速思考阻止了一场潜在的灾难。故选D。 【53题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：对于汤普森先生来说，他只是简单地说他只是在做自己的工作，但每个人都知道那天他是一个真正的英雄。A. politely礼貌地；B. loudly大声地；C. simply简单地，仅仅；D. cautiously谨慎地。根据后文“said he was just doing his job”可知，汤普森先生只是简单地说他只是在做自己的工作。故选C。 【54题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。A. hero英雄；B. driver司机；C. stranger陌生人；D. volunteer志愿者。根据上文“were truly heroic”可知，汤普森先生是真正的英雄。故选A。 【55题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：这一事件提醒人们，在压力下保持冷静并在紧急情况下果断行动的重要性。A. discussion讨论；B. reminder提醒；C. response回答；D. experiment实验。根据后文“of the importance of staying calm under pressure and acting decisively in emergencies”可知，这个事件是一个“提醒”，让人们知道在紧急情况下保持冷静和果断行动的重要性。故选B。 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。 China recently issued a notice on improving Chinese character writing in primary and secondary schools in an effort ____56____ (promote) the country’s linguistic and cultural heritage, the Ministry of Education said. It marks the first time that China has emphasized the ____57____ (education) functions of standardized Chinese character writing and language learning in schools, a ministry official said. A key goal is to help students appreciate ____58____ historical and cultural value planted within Chinese characters, the notice said. Chinese characters are a symbol of the inheritance of Chinese culture, with their structure ____59____ (remain) stable for over 3,000 years. “Currently, some primary and secondary schools lack guidance on the rules ____60____ stroke (姿势) order and character structure,” the official said. Furthermore, incorrect writing posture (姿势) not only stops the development of students’ physical and mental health, but also ____61____ (limit) the improvement of their aesthetic (审美的) abilities. The notice aims to shape correct writing posture, form good habits and enable students to write standardized Chinese characters ____62____ (accurate). “We must prioritize the comprehensive development of students,” the official said. Students are also encouraged to participate in the recitation of Chinese classic poems and national art exhibitions, ____63____ combines class and extracurricular activities to further their cultural understanding. “Local education departments ____64____ (ask) to recognize the significance of handwriting education and ensure schools meet ____65____ (requirement) for desks and lighting,” the notice added. 【答案】56. to promote 57. educational 58. the 59. remaining 60. of 61. limits 62. accurately 63. which 64. are asked 65. requirements 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了教育部发布通知促进中小学汉字书写。 【56题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：教育部表示，中国最近发布了关于改进中小学汉字书写的通知，以促进国家的语言和文化遗产。本句谓语为issued，此处为非谓语动词，in an effort to do sth.为固定短语，意为“为了做某事、努力做某事”，空处需填动词promote“促进”的不定式，作定语。故填to promote。 【57题详解】 考查形容词。句意：一位教育部官员表示，这是中国首次强调学校汉字书写和语言学习的教育功能。修饰名词functions，需用形容词educational“教育的”，作定语。故填educational。 【58题详解】 考查冠词。句意：通知称，一个关键目标是帮助学生欣赏汉字所蕴含的历史和文化价值。此处特指汉字的历史和文化价值，用定冠词the。故填the。 【59题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：汉字是中国文化传承的象征，其结构3000多年来一直保持稳定。“with+宾语+宾语补足语”为固定结构，空处需填非谓语动词，作宾语补足语，their structure和remain“保持”为逻辑主谓关系，需用现在分词形式。故填remaining。 【60题详解】 考查介词。句意：“目前，一些中小学在笔顺和字形结构方面缺乏指导，”这位官员说。表示“……的”需用介词of。故填of。 【61题详解】 考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：此外，不正确的书写姿势不仅阻碍了学生身心健康发展，也限制了他们审美能力的提高。not only...but also并列句，根据not only stops可知，本句陈述客观事实，时态使用一般现在时，主语为名词短语incorrect writing posture，谓语动词使用limit“限制”的第三人称单数形式。故填limits。 【62题详解】 考查副词。句意：该通知旨在塑造正确的书写姿势，养成良好的习惯，使学生能够准确地书写规范的汉字。修饰动词write，需用副词accurately“准确地”，作状语。故填accurately。 【63题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：鼓励学生参加中国古典诗词朗诵和全国艺术展览，将课堂与课外活动相结合，进一步加深对文化的理解。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词为主句讲的事情，关系词替代先行词在定语从句中作主语，需用关系代词which引导。故填which。 【64题详解】 考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：通知补充说：“地方教育部门被要求认识到书法教育的重要性，确保学校满足桌椅和照明的要求。”此处陈述客观事实，时态使用一般现在时，主语local education departments和谓语动词ask“要求”为被动关系，需用一般现在时的被动语态，主语为复数名词，be动词用are。故填are asked。 【65题详解】 考查名词的数。句意同上。本空作meet的宾语，用requirement“要求”，根据for desks and lighting可知，此处指不止一个要求，需填名词复数形式。故填requirements。 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 66. 假定你是中学生李华，你市将举办一场马拉松比赛(marathon)，请给你校交换生Tom写一封邮件，邀请他一同参加。内容包括： 1. 比赛时间、地点; 2. 赛前注意事项。 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 Tom, ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Tom, A marathon will be held at the City Sports Center this Sunday, starting at 8 a.m. Knowing your passion for running, I’d love to invite you to join me! Here are some pre-race tips. First, stay hydrated and have a light meal like bananas the day before. Wear breathable sportswear and broken-in sneakers to prevent blisters. Remember to arrive 30 minutes early for warm-ups and stretching. Let me know if you’re up for it! Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生对于你市将举办一场马拉松比赛(marathon)这一情况，给你校交换生Tom写一封邮件，邀请他一同参加。 【详解】1.词汇积累 建议：tip→ suggestion 举办：hold→ host 热情：passion→ enthusiasm 防止，避免：prevent→ avoid 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Here are some pre-race tips. 拓展句：Here are some pre-race tips, which may help you. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Knowing your passion for running, I’d love to invite you to join me!（运用了非谓语动词中的现在分词作状语，省略了that的宾语从句） 【高分句型2】Let me know if you’re up for it!（运用了if引导条件状语从句） 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，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 We love Sheba, our neighbor the Williams’ dog, as if she were our own. She and our dog Dax grew up together as best friends. Anytime the Williams went out of town, we had the honor of watching Sheba in our home. She fit in like part of the family, and her comfort here was obvious. Over the years, we specially told the Williams that if they needed to find a new home for Sheba, we would adopt her. We were joking but serious. The day came when they had to move. Mr. William had been out of work and had to leave the area for a job in his field. They searched carefully for a place that would allow Sheba in, but without result. Finally, they were forced to move to a pet-free apartment. Of course, as soon as he knew Sheba wouldn’t be able to go with them, Mr. William gave us the first option to take her. However, things had changed dramatically for us. Dax had passed away, and his death had hit me hard, and Sheba was twelve — elderly for her breed (品种). Just the thought of experiencing another loss like that within the next few years was too much for me. Also, our new young dog wasn’t willing to share her space. Not to mention, our new cat was frightened of Sheba. We told Mr. William we would need to think it over. Although he was very understanding, I started feeling guilty about our hesitation. I felt as if we had broken a promise to a dear friend, but we were just in no position to keep Sheba for good. To ease my guilt, I offered to find a new home for Sheba. So I posted on my social media account, seeking someone who might be interested in adopting Sheba. I knew the chance was very small, but I was determined to make every effort to honor our promise. Luckily for us, my former schoolmate Henry noticed my post and e-mailed me, asking to visit Sheba. 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 following day, Henry and his son arrived as promised. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ As they got in the car, Henry allowed me to give Sheba a hug before they left. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】The following day, Henry and his son arrived as promised. They were immediately drawn to Sheba’s gentle and friendly nature. Henry’s son was especially excited, stroking Sheba’s fur and playing with her. Henry told me that they had always wanted a dog, and after seeing my post, they felt it was fate. They spent a long time interacting with Sheba, and it was clear that a bond was forming. I watched them, relieved that Sheba had found a potential new home. As they got in the car, Henry allowed me to give Sheba a hug before they left. I held Sheba tightly, whispering words of comfort and telling her that she was going to a wonderful new family. Sheba seemed to sense the situation and licked my face gently. I waved goodbye as the car drove away, feeling a mix of sadness and happiness. Sad because I would miss her, but happy that she was going to a place where she would be loved and cared for. I knew that this was the best outcome for Sheba, and I was grateful to Henry and his family for giving her a new home. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者一家很喜欢邻居家的狗Sheba，曾开玩笑说若他们要给Sheba找新家我们就收养。后来邻居因工作搬家，不得不给Sheba找新家，而作者一家因种种原因无法收养，便发帖帮Sheba找家，最终她被作者同学亨利收养的故事。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“第二天，亨利和他的儿子如约而至。”可知，第一段可描写亨利和他的儿子初次见到Sheba的过程。 ②由第二段首句内容“他们上车后，亨利让我在离开前给了Sheba一个拥抱。”可知，第二段可描写作者对Sheba的不舍以及作者感激亨利和他的家人给了她一个新家。 2.续写线索：亨利和他的儿子如约而至——被Sheba吸引——花了很长时间与Sheba交流——离开前给了Sheba一个拥抱——对Sheba的不舍——感激亨利 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①吸引：drawn /attracted ②觉察到：sense /be aware of ③照顾：cared for /looked after 情绪类 ①激动的：excited/ thrilled ②高兴的：happy/ delightful 【点睛】[高分句型1] Henry told me that they had always wanted a dog, and after seeing my post, they felt it was fate.（运用了that引导的宾语从句。） [高分句型2] Henry’s son was especially excited, stroking Sheba's fur and playing with her.（运用了非谓语动词中的现在分词作状语。） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $Have you ever read little women? Yes, it's a warm and inspiring book. IT was much more interesting than the poems we read last month. I agree. It's also been made into a movie. How about we watch IT now? Excuse me, where is the bookstore? I need to buy . an art book. It's on center street. You can find the supermarket first, and you'll see the bookstore next to IT. If you can't buy what you need there, there's also a library a mile away. thanks. Those are cute. Choose, you have the best fashion sense. thanks. They attached my jacket perfectly, but I wish I hadn't decided to wear them today. I can't keep up with the class. Yeah, the teacher said we should have sport shoes for P. E. Are you going to take part in the talent . show tomorrow? Yes, i'll be performing a song. Thank you and the student group for organizing IT. It's a team effort. Anyway, i'm excited to see your performance. Hi lily, have you signed up for the summer camp? No, i'm still wondering which program to join. And you I chose the outdoor adventure program. IT includes hiking and camping. I think I might join the arts program. I enjoy painting and paper cutting. Sounds fun. I also heard there's a sports training program with volleyball. That's true, but I don't like sports. It's a little boring. I think i'll stick to art. fine. Hi lily. Have you signed up for the summer camp? No, i'm still wondering which program to join and you I chose the outdoor adventure program. IT includes hiking and camping. I think I might join the arts program. I enjoy painting and paper cutting fun. I also heard there's a sports training program with volleyball. That's true, but I don't like sports. It's a little boring. I think i'll stick to art. fine. 泸州市高2024级高一学年末统一考试 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、准考证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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What will the woman do at the talent show? A. Sing a song. B. Host the show. C. Perform a group dance. 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 When will the man’s first game take place? A. This Tuesday. B. This Wednesday. C. This Friday. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Where is the bookstore? A. Next to the supermarket. B. Opposite the library. C. Away from Center Street. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What’s wrong with the girl’s shoes? A. They’re not in fashion. B. They’re not suitable for PE. C. They do not match her jacket. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A movie. B. A novel. C. A poem. 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。 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. Which program did the man join? A. An art-making program. B. A sports training program. C. An outdoor adventure program. 7. What does the woman think of the arts program? A. It’s enjoyable. B. It’s boring. C. It’s difficult. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 8. What is new about the café? A. It has reduced the prices B. It has added more choices. C. It has removed the sweets. 9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Friends. B. Coach and player. C. Waiter and customer. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 10. What is the main topic of the group project? A. Digital image. B. New technology. C. Environmental protection. 11. What does Professor Chen suggest the man do? A. Use more images. B. Present clear views. C. List various arguments. 12. What is Lisa good at according to the man? A. Choosing topics. B. Organizing thoughts. C. Giving presentations. 13. Where is the conversation probably taking place? A. In a science lab. B. In a lecture hall. C. In an office. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 14. How many people are expected to run in the race? A. About seven hundred. B. Around one thousand. C. More than two thousand. 15. Where does the race end? A. At a park. B. At a sports center. C. Outside the town hall. 16. How can people become volunteers for the race? A. By sending an email. B. By making a phone call. C. By filling in an online form. 17. What is the main purpose of holding the race? A. To support a charity. B. To inspire people to exercise. C. To raise money for building a gym. 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】 18. What made Mandy develop a deeper love for Italian culture? A. Studying art. B. Eating local foods. C. Visiting tourist attractions. 19. What is Mandy probably excited to do in China? A. Learn Chinese. B. Have Chinese tea. C. Take a cooking class. 20. Why does Mandy want to write a book? A. To introduce Chinese traditions. B. To share her cooking experiences. C. To encourage others to explore cultures. 第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Urban gardening is the practice of growing plants in cities using spaces like balconies, rooftops, and community plots. It has become popular as a way to bring nature into urban areas and offers many benefits. Environmental Benefits Urban gardens help make the air quality better by reducing pollution. Plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, making the air cleaner. They also reduce the urban heat island effect by providing green spaces. Additionally, urban gardens promote biodiversity by creating habitats for beneficial insects, birds, and other wildlife. Health and Well-being Urban gardening can have a positive impact on mental health. Spending time outdoors and connecting with nature help reduce stress and anxiety. Physically, gardening encourages exercise through tasks like digging and planting, promoting overall health. Food Security and Sustainability Urban gardens provide access to fresh, organic produce, especially in areas where grocery stores are rare. By growing food locally, urban gardening reduces the need for long-distance transportation, lowering carbon emissions. It also promotes sustainable practices to reduce waste and enrich the soil. Community Engagement Urban gardens often serve as community hubs where neighbors can come together These shared spaces build a sense of belonging and unity. They also provide opportunities for people to learn about sustainable living and plant life cycles. Despite its benefits, urban gardening faces challenges such as limited space, soil pollution, and lack of resources. However, these can be addressed through creative solutions like vertical gardening, taking advantage of containers, and conducting soil tests. In conclusion, urban gardening is more than just a hobby. By changing small spaces into green areas, urban gardeners can make a positive impact on their environment and daily lives. 21. What can urban gardens do according to the text? A. Improve the air quality. B. Act as grocery stores. C. Remove the heat island effect. D Treat rare mental illnesses. 22 What solution is suggested to the limited space problem? A. Protecting soil resources. B. Building small green areas. C. Making use of containers. D. Turning to creative gardeners. 23. Who might find the text most helpful? A. City people. B. Garden visitors. C. Environmental activists. D. Community cleaners. B For many people, midnight is the time to sleep. But for a young astronomer, it’s the perfect time to start his day. The night is quiet and perfect for stargazing. He walks out of his bedroom and sets up his telescope in the open space. The Orion nebula is tonight’s target. With only caffeine and the stars for company, he begins his journey into the cosmos (宇宙). Every Friday evening, the young astronomer joins his club to explore the universe. They study a wide range of topics, from relativity and cosmology to the history of astronomy (天文学) and even astrobiology. When the weather is clear, they go stargazing with their own equipment. Sometimes, just lying down and chatting with friends under the night sky is enough. However, when it’s cloudy, they still have fun with gatherings and club dinners. The club is a place for everyone, from beginners to advanced learners. Seniors guide juniors through lectures and competition training. This year, the club won several awards in the NUS-NTU AstroChallenge and even represented Singapore in an international competition. The young astronomer also enjoys the club’s outreach events. They organize Astronite, an annual stargazing event, and Astrigue, an introductory astronomy competition. For better views of the stars, they sometimes travel to places like Bintan in Indonesia or Port Dickson in Malaysia. Closer to home, they visit Semakau Island, which is reserved for astronomy due to its least light pollution. Astronomy has changed the young astronomer’s life. It has taught him patience and helped him appreciate the wonders of nature. It also encourages him to pursue his interests and stay grounded with the support of friends and teachers. He hopes more people will join him in exploring the vast and awesome universe. 24. What is the young astronomer’s main activity during the night? A. Having a sound sleep. B. Planning the next target. C. Enjoying coffee for company. D. Studying stars with equipment. 25. What do we know about the club? A. It consists of new beginners. B. It focuses on studying theory. C. It organizes regular space dinners. D. It offers guidance on competition. 26. Why do the club members go to Bintan or Port Dickson? A. To avoid a longer journey. B. To monitor light pollution. C. To make a better observation. D To take part in outdoor exercise. 27. What is the text mainly about? A. The secrets of wonderful astronomy. B. The daily life of a young astronomer. C. The exploration of the whole universe. D. The present challenges of space travel. C The ‘alalā, a unique kind of crow native only to Hawaii, has a deep cultural significance for native Hawaiians. These intelligent and talkative birds are known for their different calls. However, decades ago, they faced the cruel reality of dying out in the wild. In the 1970s, with no other options left, they were taken into captivity (圈养) as an important measure to save the species. Unfortunately, by 2002, they completely disappeared from the wild. Thankfully, a special breeding program managed to turn things around to some degree. The population has now grown to over 100 birds. But the journey to reintroduce them to their natural habitat has been tough. In 2016, a group of ‘alalā was released on Hawai’s Big Island. Aware of the presence of their natural predator (捕食动物), a hawk known as the ‘io, wildlife protectors provided the birds with predator-training. Despite these efforts, the hawks still managed to hunt the released crows, and recaptured the remaining birds. Now, a new and promising effort is being made. Five one-year-old ‘alalā have been set free in a forest on Maui, an area free from hawks. Younger crows, being more adaptable, are expected to have a better chance of survival. In the forest, the birds are placed in a safe, netted enclosure (围场). Scientists are monitoring their every move closely, and they are also provided with additional food because they haven’t yet had the ability to find food independently. For the ‘alalā, after so many years in captivity, there is no clear path for fully returning them to the wild. Hanna Mounce, the manager of the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project, emphasizes that every small achievement counts in the fight to protect Hawaii’s precious wildlife. Although the ‘alalā doesn’t fully adapt to the wild just yet, the fact that they have been released and are currently doing well is unbelievably encouraging and marks a significant milestone in protection efforts. 28. What do we know about the ‘alalā from the first paragraph? A. They are fit to live in groups. B. They are an endangered species. C. They are Hawaiians’ favorites. D. They are good at communication. 29. What are scientists doing about the five one-year-old ‘alalā now? A. Getting close to them slowly. B. Adjusting their food structure. C. Teaching them different living skills. D. Putting them in a forest under protection. 30. What is Hanna Mounce’s attitude towards the ‘alalā protection efforts? A. Unclear. B. Optimistic C. Worried. D. Critical. 31. What can be a suitable title for the text? A. ’Alalā: A Unique Bird Found B. Maui: A Dream Place for Birds C. Project: Saving Precious Wildlife D. Journey: From Captivity to the Wild D Laughter, a universal human expression, takes many forms. But not all laughter is created equal. New research led by social psychologist Roza Kamiloglu at VU Amsterdam shows that laughter induced by tickling (挠痒痒) stands apart from other forms of laughter. Her team began by collecting 887 unconscious laughter videos from YouTube. They then classified these videos according to what caused the laughter, including tickle attacks, a type of incident called taking pleasure in other people’s misfortune, and verbal jokes. About 70% of these videos were used to train a machine-learning algorithm (运算法则) to link laughter forms with their causes. Surprisingly, based on acoustic features like loudness and rhythm, the algorithm could correctly identify laughter produced by tickling 62.5% of the time. When human observers were developed, they correctly identified tickling laughter 61.2%of the time. This research, published in Biology Letters, has far-reaching impacts. Many mammals, such as dogs, squirrel monkeys, and chimpanzees, produce cheerful voice during play that sounds like laughter. One of the first things that newborns do early in life is laugh, and even deaf babies laugh unconsciously. Some primates (灵长目动物) engage in the activity, too. This indicates that tickling-related laughter likely developed over 10 million years ago to help primates build friendly relations. Dr Kamiloglu now plans to study how infectious different sorts of laughs are. She thinks that if the tickling laugh developed to bring primates together, it should be highly infectious, but this has not been tested yet. As for other forms of laughter unique to humans, they probably developed much later when the human brain became more complex. With this in mind, there are two main types of laughter: one from tickling and the other from other amusing things. This research not only helps us understand the nature of laughter but also shows its evolutionary roots. But he who laughs last, it would seem, laughs longest. 32. What does the underlined word “induced” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A. Caused. B. Stopped. C. Replaced. D. Recorded. 33. What did Dr Kamiloglu’s team do next after collecting videos? A. They picked out the videos with jokes. B. They asked observers to enjoy the videos. C. They sorted the videos by the causes of laughter. D. They used machines to analyze the features of jokes. 34. What can be inferred from the published research? A. Laughter is unique to human beings. B. Laughter connects with social interaction. C. Primates are fond of joining in playful activities. D. The human brain varies with the change of laughter 35. What will Dr Kamiloglu explore about laughs in her further research? A. Their complexity. B. Their cultural roots. C. Their infectiousness. D. Their specific types. 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。 Using DeepSeek to learn English is a great way to improve your language skills in a fun and interactive way. Do you want to practice speaking, learn new words, improve your grammar, or get better at writing? ____36____, so knowing your goal will keep you on track. Here’s a simple guide to help you get started. Practice conversations. Talk to DeepSeek like you would with a friend. You can ask questions, or even pretend to be in different situations, like a job interview or a casual chat. ____37____. Learn new vocabulary. Ask DeepSeek for the meanings of new words and examples of how to use them. You can also ask for lists of words about specific topics. Practice these words regularly to grow your vocabulary. ____38____. If you’re confused about language rules, DeepSeek can explain them in a simple way. You can also write sentences and ask DeepSeek to check them for mistakes. This will help you learn from your errors. Get better at writing. Share your essays or other writing with DeepSeek. ____39____. You can also practice writing on different topics and get feedback. It’s important to make learning a daily habit. ____40____. You should go back to areas where you need more practice. DeepSeek can help you track your progress and show you where you’re improving. By using DeepSeek regularly, you can create a personalized and fun way to learn English that fits your pace and interests. Keep practicing, and you’ll see progress! A. Improve grammar B. Review what you’ve learned C. DeepSeek can help you with all of these D. This helps you use English in real-life ways E. It can give you tips to make your writing clearer F This will introduce you to different writing styles G. Create a personalized and interactive experience 第三部分 语言知识运用(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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 It was a seemingly ordinary day for the 14 children on the school bus in Aurora. Little did they know that they were about to face a terrifying ____41____. As the bus driver, Mr. Thompson, was making a turn, he spotted ____42____ coming from the dashboard (仪表板). Without hesitation, Mr. Thompson ____43____ the bus over to the side of the road, ensuring that all 14 students were safely off the bus ____44____ the flames (火焰) could spread further. When Aurora Fire Rescue ____45____ the scene, the bus was fully in flames. Firefighters quickly put out the fire and later ____46____ that the fire had started in the engine compartment and was accidental. ____47____, no one was injured, thanks to the driver’s swift response. Later on in a statement, Aurora Fire Rescue ____48____ the driver, saying, “The outcome of this incident could have been tragic, but the quick and effective ____49____ of the bus driver and firefighters were truly heroic.” Aurora Public Schools also expressed their ____50____, emphasizing that the safety of students and staff is their top ____51____. They thought highly of the driver for his awareness and quick thinking, which ____52____ a potential disaster. And for Mr. Thompson, he ____53____ said he was just doing his job, but everyone knew he was a true ____54____ that day. This incident serves as a powerful ____55____ of the importance of staying calm under pressure and acting decisively in emergencies. 41. A. test B. attack C. accident D. choice 42. A. oil B. smoke C. water D. light 43. A. pulled B. dragged C. directed D. pushed 44. A. once B. unless C. until D. before 45. A. reached B. pictured C. explored D. blocked 46. A. stressed B. admitted C. imagined D. determined 47. A. Eventually B. Hopefully C. Fortunately D. Curiously 48. A. contacted B. praised C. informed D. interviewed 49. A. adjustments B. actions C. surveys D. analyses 50. A. gratitude B. kindness C. concern D. responsibility 51. A. trend B. benefit C. priority D. anxiety 52. A. abandoned B. delayed C. decreased D. prevented 53. A. politely B. loudly C. simply D. cautiously 54. A. hero B. driver C. stranger D. volunteer 55. A. discussion B. reminder C. response D. experiment 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。 China recently issued a notice on improving Chinese character writing in primary and secondary schools in an effort ____56____ (promote) the country’s linguistic and cultural heritage, the Ministry of Education said. It marks the first time that China has emphasized the ____57____ (education) functions of standardized Chinese character writing and language learning in schools, a ministry official said. A key goal is to help students appreciate ____58____ historical and cultural value planted within Chinese characters, the notice said. Chinese characters are a symbol of the inheritance of Chinese culture, with their structure ____59____ (remain) stable for over 3,000 years. “Currently, some primary and secondary schools lack guidance on the rules ____60____ stroke (姿势) order and character structure,” the official said. Furthermore, incorrect writing posture (姿势) not only stops the development of students’ physical and mental health, but also ____61____ (limit) the improvement of their aesthetic (审美的) abilities. The notice aims to shape correct writing posture, form good habits and enable students to write standardized Chinese characters ____62____ (accurate). “We must prioritize the comprehensive development of students,” the official said. Students are also encouraged to participate in the recitation of Chinese classic poems and national art exhibitions, ____63____ combines class and extracurricular activities to further their cultural understanding. “Local education departments ____64____ (ask) to recognize the significance of handwriting education and ensure schools meet ____65____ (requirement) for desks and lighting,” the notice added. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 66. 假定你是中学生李华，你市将举办一场马拉松比赛(marathon)，请给你校交换生Tom写一封邮件，邀请他一同参加。内容包括： 1. 比赛时间、地点; 2. 赛前注意事项。 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 Tom, ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 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。 We love Sheba, our neighbor the Williams’ dog, as if she were our own. She and our dog Dax grew up together as best friends. Anytime the Williams went out of town, we had the honor of watching Sheba in our home. She fit in like part of the family, and her comfort here was obvious. Over the years, we specially told the Williams that if they needed to find a new home for Sheba, we would adopt her. We were joking but serious. The day came when they had to move. Mr. William had been out of work and had to leave the area for a job in his field. They searched carefully for a place that would allow Sheba in, but without result. Finally, they were forced to move to a pet-free apartment. Of course, as soon as he knew Sheba wouldn’t be able to go with them, Mr. William gave us the first option to take her. However, things had changed dramatically for us. Dax had passed away, and his death had hit me hard, and Sheba was twelve — elderly for her breed (品种). Just the thought of experiencing another loss like that within the next few years was too much for me. Also, our new young dog wasn’t willing to share her space. Not to mention, our new cat was frightened of Sheba. We told Mr. William we would need to think it over. Although he was very understanding, I started feeling guilty about our hesitation. I felt as if we had broken a promise to a dear friend, but we were just in no position to keep Sheba for good. To ease my guilt, I offered to find a new home for Sheba. So I posted on my social media account, seeking someone who might be interested in adopting Sheba. I knew the chance was very small, but I was determined to make every effort to honor our promise. Luckily for us, my former schoolmate Henry noticed my post and e-mailed me, asking to visit Sheba. 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 following day, Henry and his son arrived as promised. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ As they got in the car, Henry allowed me to give Sheba a hug before they left. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $Did you hear about the local race next month? Yes, a guy from my gym has signed up for IT. How many runners are expected? Over two thousand? That's more than last year's one thousand participants is one of the biggest events in the town. They'll play music and give free bananas . to the crowd. That's exciting. What's the distance? Twelve kilometers. The route starts at Green lake park, goes past the library and finishes at sunshine sports center. They'll have science with mile markers . for runners. I'd love to see the race. When exactly does that . begin at seven AM on the first saturday . of the month? That's early. They surely need lots of volunteers. then. Do you know how to . be a volunteer? Of course, I just signed up. There's a form online fill IT out. And if you get selected, sell email or call you cool. I heard there mainly aimed at raising money for a . local charity. Yes, the money will help support youth sports programs. What a great way to give back to the community. Did you hear about the local race next month? Yes, a guy from my gym has signed up for IT. How many runners are expected? Over two thousand. That's more than last year's one thousand participants is one of the biggest events in the town. They'll play music and give free bananas . to the crowd. That's exciting. What's the distance? Twelve kilometers. The route starts at Green lake park, goes past the library and finishes at sunshine sports center. They'll have science with mile markers for runners. I'd love to see the race when exactly does . IT begin at seven AM. On the first saturday of the month? That's early. They surely need lots of volunteers. Then do you know how to be a volunteer? Of course, I just signed up. There's a form online fill IT out. And if you get selected, dell email or call you cool. I heard there mainly aimed at raising money for a local charity. Yes, the money will help support youth sports programs. What a great way to give back to the community. Professor chen, can I ask you about the group project? Of course, come in. What do you need help with? Should we pick our own topics or other fixed ones? You can choose, but I must focus on environmental issues. For example, you could talk about air pollution or how to save energy. Have you thought of any topics . I am thinking about water pollution causes and solutions, or maybe solar energy? Do we need pictures in our presentation . that's up to you? Make sure your points are clear and use examples to support your arguments, start by explaining the problem, then show how to fix that. My teammate lisa is good at making charts and organizing information. I planned to focus on the causes and solutions for water pollution. Lisa is looking into clean energy, including water and wind power technologies. Good teamwork, remember to explain important words like recycle in your speech. Send me your outline when . you finish. We will thank you. Professor chen, can I ask you about the group project? Of course, come in. What do you need help with? Should we pick our own topics or other fixed ones? You can choose, but I must focus on environmental issues. For example, you could talk about air pollution or how to save energy. Have you thought of any topics . I am thinking about water pollution causes and solutions, or maybe solar energy? Do we need pictures in our presentation . that's up to you? Make sure your points are clear and use examples to support your arguments. Start by explaining the problem, then show how to fix that. My teammate lisa is good at making charts and organizing information. I planned to focus on the causes and solutions for water pollution. Lisa is looking into clean energy, including water and wind power . technologies. Good teamwork. Remember to explain important words like recycle in your speech. Send me your outline when you finish. We will thank you. Mark, have you seen the new cafe menu? Yes. they've added new dishes, including healthy salad and sweets. What do you think I love? IT, i've been trying to eat more healthy. Ly, i'm going to try some vegetable dishes today. And you, the fruit cake is calling my name. I'm very glad they're offering more options. Now, by the way, do you have socket . practice later? Yes, at two P, M, but it's just a light thirty minute practice today. Are you coming . to watch? I'll come if I finish my english . homework time. Okay, mark, have you seen the new cafe menu? Yes. they've added new dishes, including healthy salad and sweets. What do you think I love? IT. I've been trying to eat more healthy and i'm going to try some vegetable dishes today. And you, the fruit cake is calling my name. Am very glad they're offering more options. Now, by the way, do you have soccer practice later? Yes, at two P, M, but it's just a light thirty minute practice today. Are you coming to watch? I'll come if I finish my english . homework in time. okay. Mandy has always had an interest in expLoring new cultures. Last year, he traveled to italy, where he visited many famous tourist attractions. During her trip, SHE took a cooking class and learned how to prepare traditional italian dishes such as handmaid pasta. SHE also spent time learning about art, which deepened her love for italian culture. This year, Mandy is planning a trip to china during the spring season. SHE is excited to explore chinese traditions, including the tea culture and visits to the places of interest to prepare for the trip. Mandy has been practicing chinese for months as he wants to understand chinese culture Better. Additionally, he plans to document her experiences in a travel journal, hoping to record the beauty of each play SHE visits. Mani also wants to study modern chinese art and special buildings while visiting beijing. Her dream is to write a book one day, sharing her adventures and inspiring others to explore different cultures around the world. Mandy has always had an interest in expLoring new cultures. Last year, he traveled to italy, where he visited many famous tourist attractions. During her trip, SHE took a cooking class and learned how to prepare traditional italian dishes such as hand made pasta. SHE also spent time learning about art, which deepened her love for italian culture. This year, Mandy is planning a trip to china during the spring season. SHE is excited to explore chinese traditions, including the tea culture and visits to the places of interest to prepare for the trip. Mandy has been practicing chinese for months as he wants to understand chinese culture Better. Additionally, he plans to document her experiences in a travel journal, hoping to record the beauty of each place SHE visits. Mandy also wants to study modern chinese art and special buildings while visiting beijing. Her dream is to write a book one day, sharing her adventures and inspiring others to explore different cultures around the world. I heard you joined the basketball team last tuesday. You've been training for a week. How is that going? It's tough. We started to focus on our defense this morning, and our first game will be in three . days so soon. I hope . you will.