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学科网（北京）股份有限公司 第 1 页 共 8 页 万达中学高 2023级 2025年春季期末模拟考试（一） 英语试题 试卷分为第 1卷（阅读题）和第 I1卷（表达题）两部分，共 8页，满分 150分。 第 I卷 选择题（95分） 第一部分听力（共两节，满分 30分） 第一节（共 5小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 7.5分） 听下面 5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项， 并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有 10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。 每段对话仅读一遍。 1．What team will the woman probably join? A．The basketball team. B．The volleyball team. C．The baseball team. 2．What does the man suggest taking to the kids? A．Toys. B．Sweets. C．Storybooks. 3．Why does the man call the woman? A．To make an appointment. B．To ask for information. C．To change a schedule. 4．What does the woman mean? A．The meeting has been postponed. B．The company will move very soon. C．The man has come to the wrong place. 5．Who would actually be the main speaker at the conference? A．Anna. B．Mark. C．Annie. 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话或独白前，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秒钟的做答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第 6段材料，回答第 6 、7题。 6．What gift does the woman want to give the man? A．AChristmas tree. B．A book. C．A card. 7．What is the man probably going to do this holiday? A．Stay at home. B．Go on a trip. C．Visit some friends. 听第 7段材料，回答第 8、9题。 8．What will happen to the restaurant next month? A．It will have a new chef. B．It will start delivery service. C．It will stop serving meat food. 9．What does the man recommend to the woman? A．Nut pies. B．Vegetable noodles. C．Mexican salad. 听第 8段材料，回答第 10至 12题。 10．What does the man want at first? A．Strawberries. B．Oranges. C．Pears. 11．How does the man feel recently? A．Angry. B．Excited. C．Uncomfortable. 12．What is the woman’s last suggestion to the man? A．Seeing a doctor. B．Drinking fruit juice. C．Having a good sleep. 听第 9段材料，回答第 13至第 16题。 13．What does the woman offer to do for the man? 第 2 页 共 8 页 A．Book a flight. B．Order a taxi. C．Take him to the airport. 14．Why does the man want to go to the Art Institute of Chicago? A．To visit his favorite museum. B．To appreciate Monet’s works. C．To enjoy the Crown Fountain. 15．What does the man go to Chicago for? A．Going sightseeing. B．Visiting his relative. C．Attending a wedding ceremony. 16．How long will the man stay in Michigan City? A．Seven days. B．Four days. C．Three days. 听第 10段独白，回答第 17至第 20题。 17．Where should the listeners go if they get lost? A．To the ticket office. B．To the tourist bus. C．To the main gate. 18．What may surprise the listeners? A．The palace has become a museum. B．There are people living in the palace. C．People in the palace wear traditional clothes. 19．What should the listeners do before taking a photo of the local people? A．Buy their products. B．Put on traditional clothes. C．Ask for their permission. 20．What does the speaker think of the asking price of the local people’s products? A．High. B．Acceptable. C．Low. 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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Each ARTS FIRST festival is a unique annual celebration of the Harvard community's artistic creativity. We invite you to join us for the coming ARTS FIRST. We look forward to welcoming you as we showcase the creativity of the Harvard arts community through performances, art exhibitions and art-making activities. The festival is a public event for Harvard and community members of all ages. Light Awash in Watercolor Learn about the materials and qualities of watercolor paint with experts from the Harvard Art Museums Materials Lab. Try your hand at some of the painting tricks used by artists whose works will be in the upcoming exhibition of American Watercolors 1880-1990: Into the Light. Spineless Artists: Invertebrate Creativity From webs to cocoons, invertebrates (无脊椎动物) create some of nature's most delicate and beautiful designs. Join Javier Marin from the Harvard Museum of Natural History to learn how insects and other invertebrates dance, inspire fashion and create art, while making your own spineless artists out of craft (手工 艺) materials. Wheel Throwing Join instructors from the Ceramics Program and great potters from Quincy, Cabot and Mather Houses for demonstrations using the potter's wheel. Then create your own masterpiece! Knitting and Pom-Pom Making Join the Harvard Undergraduate Knitting Circle to make pom-poms and tassels out of thread, or pick up a pair of needles and learn to knit (编织). 21．What do we know about ARTS FIRST? A．It is an exhibition of oil paintings. B．It offers art courses for all ages. C．It presents recreational activities. D．It is a major tourist attraction. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 第 3 页 共 8 页 22．Which program will you join if you're interested in drawing pictures? A．Light Awash in Watercolor. B．Spineless Artists: Invertebrate Creativity. C．Wheel Throwing. D．Knitting and Pom-Pom Making. 23．What can you do together with Javier Marin? A．Practice a traditional dance. B．Make handcrafts. C．Visit a local museum. D．Feed invertebrates. B Robert Hans van Gulik was born on August 9, 1910 in the Netherlands. His mother came from a family of musicians and piano manufacturers, a fact that greatly influenced Robert's life. His father was a physician in army, a position which required frequent foreign postings. The family stayed in various areas of East Asia when Robert was a teenager,which contributed to his appreciation of cultures and mastery of several languages. Robert was a hardworking academic, collector of art and manuscripts, and translator of ancient writings. He studied and trained to become a master musician on the Chinese guqin, and eventually wrote two books on the instrument. Similarly, his skills as an artist in the traditional Chinese style and knowledge of calligraphy were unparalleled. He wrote and published a number of non - fiction, scholarly articles and books on Chinese music, art, and literature, as well as Chinese culture and folk legends. In 1940, Robert came across a little - known and anonymous (匿名的) 18th - century Chinese novel that would take his career down an unplanned pathway and result in the public fame he never anticipated. The novel, titled Four Great Strange Cases of Empress Wu's Reign, was a fictional account of the deeds of Judge Dee, one of the heroes of traditional Chinese detective fiction, and was set in the 7th - century Tang Dynasty. Fascinated, Robert not only translated the novel into English, he also did some research on the history of Chinese Penal Code and other legal literature of the period. It was not until 1949 that Robert was able to publish his translation—Dee Goong An: Three Murder Cases Solved by Judge Dee. Robert's Chinese mysteries comprise over 10 novels and short - story volumes, recording the career of Chinese detective called Di Renjie. Interestingly, the tales first found fame in oriental (东方的) editions, before being translated into English in 1957. Through all the novels by Robert, he impressively brings to life the sights and sounds of daily Chinese life in the past. His passionate devotion and respect for the Chinese culture was never discounted, yet he also appreciated the purpose of fiction. 24. What inspired Robert's love for oriental culture? A. His language competence. B. His previous stay in East Asia. C. His mother's good family background. D. His father's professional medical knowledge. 25. What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about? A. Robert's passion for China. B. Robert's music proficiency. C. Robert's early achievements. D. Robert's learning experiences. 26. What contributed to Robert's fame? A. He introduced Western civilization to China. B. He polished an existing Chinese fiction style. C. He spread Chinese literature to a wider audience. D. He conducted research on famous Chinese detectives. 27. Which of the following can best describe Robert's works? A. Vivid and faithful. B. Dramatic and realistic. C. Accurate and humorous. D. Imaginary and accessible. 第 4 页 共 8 页 C Since at least the 1500s, the saying “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” has revealed the impossibility of schooling older folks. But 16th-century know-it-alls didn’t have access to 21st-century neuroscience, and a growing body of research suggests that late-in-life learning is likelier than Renaissance experts could ever have imagined. In reality, education does an aging brain good. Throughout life, people’s brains constantly renovate themselves. In the late 1960s, British brain scientist Geoffrey Raisman spied growth in damaged brain regions of rats. Through an electron microscope, their brains were forging new connections. This meant brains may change every time a person learns something new. Of course, that doesn’t mean the brain isn’t affected by the effects of time. Just as height usually declines over the years, so does brain volume: Humans lose about four percent every decade starting in their 40s. “But that reduction doesn’t necessarily make people think slower, as long as we are alive and functioning, we can alter our brains with new information and experiences”, said Kristen Kennedy, a cognitive neuroscientist at the University of Texas at Dallas. In fact, we can buy more time. Based on imaging and long-term cognitive research, neuroscientists now suspect that buying more on novel experiences, facts, and skills can keep our minds more flexible. New pathways can fortify our ever-changing mental structure, even as the brain shrinks. Embracing new life challenges can further boost brainpower. Research about aging adults who take on new activities like Latin dance, quilting, or traveling with friends shows improved function and memory as well as a reduced risk of mental disease. In a 2014 paper in the journal The Gerontologist, 60-to-90-year-old adults who learned to use iPads performed better in memory tests than those who didn’t play with the tablets. “Challenging yourself might be one of the activities that is most beneficial,” says UCSF’s Casaletto. Openness may also help folks pass brain tests. Some folks are born with this take-in-the-world attitude, but those who aren’t as genetically gifted aren’t necessarily out of luck. A 2012 study in the journal Psychology and Aging found completing reasoning tasks like puzzles can enhance that desire for novel knowledge and experiences, which can, in turn, refresh the brain. That’s why Kennedy says, “It’s not that old dogs can’t learn new tricks. It’s that maybe old dogs don’t realise why they should.” 28. What can we conclude from Geoffrey Raisman’s findings? A. Brains can refresh and improve with learning. B. Brain power weakens slower than we imagine. C. Brains forge connections under new conditions. D. Brain damage doesn’t necessarily slow thinking. 29. What does the underlined word “fortify” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Replace. B. Protect. C. Rebuild. D. Strengthen. 30. What can contribute to the improvement of brain function? A. Being curious and hungry for new knowledge. B. Performing well in memory tests at an old age. C. Braving challenges in life and staying creative. D. Using in-born gifts well in acquiring new skills. 31. What is the writing purpose of this passage? A. To share research on brain and aging. B. To promote lifelong learning for brain health. C. To prove learning prevents mental decline. D. To encourage seniors to stay mentally active. D Fast fashion has a significant environmental impact. According to the UN Environment Programme, the industry is the second biggest consumer of water and is responsible for about 10% of global carbon emissions—more than that of all international flights and maritime shipping combined. Fortunately, the 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 第 5 页 共 8 页 solution might lie in slow fashion. The term, slow fashion, refers to the widespread reaction to fast fashion and its environmental impact. It calls for stopping excessive ( 过 度 的 ) production, overcomplicated supply chains, and mindless consumption. It advocates production that respects people, the environment and animals. The World Resources Institute suggests that companies need to design, test and invest in business models that reuse clothes and maximize their useful life. The UN has launched the Alliance for Sustainable Fashion to address the damage caused by fast fashion. It is seeking to halt the environmentally and socially damaging practices of fashion. One way that shoppers can reduce their consumption of fast fashion is by buying from secondhand sellers like ThredUp Inc. and Poshmark. Another solution is renting clothes from companies or websites, like the Rent the Runway and Gwynnie Bee, Girl Meets Dress, and the Dutch firm Mud Jeans that rents organic jeans which can be kept, swapped or returned. Instead of being thrown away after a single wear, as is often the case with fast fashion items, rented clothes get the chance to be cherished, reused, and reimagined. Governments need to be more actively involved in addressing the fashion industry’s damaging effects. UK ministers rejected a report by members of parliament calling for action to deal with the environmental effects of fast fashion. On the other hand, French president, Emmanuel Macron, has made a pact with 150 brands to make the fashion industry more sustainable. The best advice on reducing the environmental impact of fast fashion comes from Patsy Perry, senior lecturer in fashion marketing at the University of Manchester, who says, “Less is always more.” 32．What does slow fashion seek to do? A．Slow down fashion production. B．Promote traditional clothing styles. C．Minimize environmental damage. D．Simplify clothing design processes. 33．What does the underlined word “halt” in paragraph 3 probably mean? A．Confirm. B．Cease. C．Assess. D．Delay. 34．How do clothing rental services help slow fashion? A．By extending the life cycle of clothes. B．By improving production cycles. C．By expanding customer groups. D．By reducing the cost of purchasing. 35．Which of the following may Patsy Perry agree with? A．Buy only what is needed. B．Follow closely what is popular. C．Avoid fashionable clothes. D．Promote local brands. 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。 Too much screen use can affect your child’s health and well-being. Here are some practical tips to help you guide your child in managing screen use. First, start with an open conversation with your child. Jumping straight into setting limits is no fun. 36 . Ask about their favorite apps, games, or activities online. This helps you understand what they enjoy and opens the door for discussions. 37 . Explain to them how too many of anything, including screens, can steal time away from other activities like learning, sleeping, exercising and spending time physically with friends and family — which are all important for their well-being. When it comes to setting realistic screen use rules, involve your child in the decision-making process. Consider creating a plan together that includes family activities, outdoor play, and limited screen use. Encourage them to reflect on how different activities make them feel, and help them find a balance that they are comfortable with. 38 第 6 页 共 8 页 Most importantly, be your child’s role model. Your child learns a lot by observing you, so demonstrate healthy screen habits yourself. 39 . Show them how you manage your screen use. Remember, managing screen time is a gradual process. The goal isn’t to ban screen time entirely but to help your child use it wisely, creating a balanced approach that supports their growth and development. 40 . After all, parenthood is a journey, not a sprint (短跑). You will get there by taking it step by step. A．Don’t seek perfection right away. B．Rather, begin by showing interest. C．Next, talk to your child about balance. D．Teach your child healthy screen habits. E．Your actions will speak louder than words. F．There are many benefits if we manage screen time properly. G．Children helping set the rules feel more in control of their choices. 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，从短文后各题所给的四个选项 A、B、 C和 D中, 选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项， 并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 In my early 40s, I felt stuck in middle age. I decided to try out various 41 like playing a musical instrument and painting—but nothing really worked. Feeling a bit 42 , I made a tough choice: to take up ballet, 43 I wasn’t flexible. I wanted to prove to myself that my body was 44 of more, so I 45 an adult beginner class at the National Ballet School in Toronto. To boost my 46 , I even wore a well-designed headband to my first class. Surprisingly, ballet brought me a lot of 47 . The repetitive exercises, the physical effort, and even the 48 feedback from my teacher made me feel meaningful in a way they hadn’t when I’d tried ballet as a kid. My teacher’s guidance of “taking up more space” and 49 imperfection left a lasting impression on me, not only in ballet but also in my life. As a writer, I noticed how the struggle for perfection in ballet 50 my creative process in my writing. Over the past eight years, ballet has 51 how I see and feel about my body. My movements are still far from the 52 , but I’ve learned to 53 the small wins — better 54 , more confidence, and growing strength. Now, at 50, I 55 the daily challenge and the reminder that my body is capable of so much. For me, ballet isn’t about being perfect — it’s about finding beauty in the journey of improvement. 41．A．tempts B．occupations C．hobbies D．excuses 42．A．excited B．desperate C．delighted D．cautious 43．A．in case B．as if C．so that D．even though 44．A．approval B．ashamed C．capable D．suspicious 45．A．registered for B．got rid of C．set up D．dropped out of 46．A．energy B．confidence C．wisdom D．flexibility 47．A．pain B．joy C．salary D．fame 48．A．favorable B．enthusiastic C．critical D．bad 49．A．multiplying B．dividing C．eliminating D．embracing 50．A．acquired B．resembled C．assessed D．cherished 51．A．transformedB．admitted C．overlooked D．destroyed 52．A．graceful B．normal C．perfect D．intelligent 53．A．predict B．emphasize C．explore D．celebrate 54．A．pose B．costume C．make-up D．music 55．A．reduce B．abandon C．reject D．enjoy 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 第 7 页 共 8 页 第 II卷 非选择题（55分） 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。 At the Tianma peak in Shiyan, Hubei Province, a group of seven individuals from different countries began a 15-day engagement in traditional Taoist culture. As part of their journey, they gathered at sunrise 56 (adjust) their breathing and stretch their bodies, marking the start of their exploration of Chinese traditions. The peak, one of 57 seventy-two peaks of Wudang Mountain and home to a famous group of Taoist temples, 58 (attract) hundreds of foreigners from all walks of life since 2005. They involve themselves 59 studying Taoist classics, alongside practical sessions on sound therapy (理 疗), fire therapy, and herbal medicine. Many integrate their experiences into their lives, with some returning 60 (annual). Notably, a Portuguese participant opened a wellness school after returning home, while a German established a 61 (publish) house to translate Chinese cultural texts for 62 (globe) readers. Alan from Ireland, 63 has spent over seven years periodically on the mountain, appreciates the comprehensive experience of Chinese culture. “Here, one can practice Chinese martial arts, learn traditional Chinese medicine and play traditional Chinese instruments,” he said. “Chinese traditional culture 64 (value) harmony in diversity and does not emphasize adversarial (对立的 ) thinking. Many are moved by this inclusivity, including myself. This open-minded approach is worth 65 (celebrate) in our society.” 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40分） 第一节、应用文写作（满分 15分） 假定你是李华，上周日你们班上了一堂传统手工艺体验课（traditional handicraft workshop）。请你给你 的英国网友 Chris写一封电子邮件分享这次经历，内容包括： 1.你的作品；2.你的感想。 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 Chris, _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第 8 页 共 8 页 第二节、读后续写（满分 25分） 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。 As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the quiet town, Ema sat on the edge of her bed, staring at the blank page in her journal. She had always been a diligent student, excelling in academics and extracurricular activities, but lately, she felt a growing sense of unease. It was as if something was missing, something she couldn’t quite put her finger on. She sighed, tapping her pen against the paper, and decided to take a walk to clear her mind. The cool evening breeze brushed against her face as she wandered through the familiar streets of her neighborhood. She passed by the park where she used to play as a child, the library where she spent countless hours studying, and the café where she and her friends would gather after school. Each place held memories, but they also reminded her of the expectations she had been carrying — expectations from her parents, her teachers, and even herself. She had always been the “perfect” student, the one who never made mistakes, the one who always knew what to do. But now, she felt lost. As she walked, she noticed a small, weathered bookstore tucked away in a corner she had never explored before. The sign above the door read, “The Journey Within.” Interested, Ema pushed open the door and stepped inside. The air was filled with the scent of old books and the soft hum of a record player in the background. The shelves were lined with books of all shapes and sizes, their spines worn from years of use. Ema’s eyes were drawn to a particular book titled The Courage to Be Imperfect. She picked it up and began to read. The book spoke of the importance of embracing one’s flaws, of learning to be vulnerable (脆弱的), and of finding strength in imperfection. As Ema turned the pages, she felt a sense of relief wash over her. For the first time, she realized that it was okay not to have all the answers, that it was okay to make mistakes, and that growth often came from the moments when things didn’t go as planned. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为 150左右； 2. 请按所给格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Over the next few weeks, Ema began to apply the lessons from the book to her own life. _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ As she sat down to write in her journal again, Ema smiled. _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________