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绝密★启用前 厦外2023-2024学年第二学期高二4月份阶段性检测 英语试题 本试卷分四部分，共12页。满分150分。考试用时120分钟。本试题附有答题卡。 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和准考证号填写在答题卡相应的位置上，用2B铅笔将自己的准考证号填涂在答题卡上。 2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案；在试卷上作答无效。 3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔在答题卡上作答，答案必须写在答题卡上各题目指定区域内的相应位置上，超出指定区域的答案无效；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分20分） 第一节 （共5小题；每小题1分，满分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 sport does the man do now? A. Tennis. B. Cycling. C. Jogging. 2. How was the traffic problem caused? A. A lorry broke down. B. The traffic lights don’t work. C. A motorist broke the traffic rules. 3. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A room. B. A sofa. C. A picture. 4. Why did the man move his computer? A. To get rid of the noise. B. To avoid the sunlight. C. To work overtime easily. 5. What will the speakers have for lunch? A. Tomato soup and sausages. B. Sausages and cheese sandwiches. C. Cheese sandwiches and tomato soup. 第二节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. How does the woman feel about the result of the match? A. Annoyed. B. Happy. C. Worried. 7. Why is the man upset after the match? A. The goalkeeper in his team got injured. B. There isn’t a replacement for him. C. He’s going to miss a big match. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What will the boy do to help the woman? A. Make the bed. B. Clean the house. C. Prepare some food. 9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Teacher and student. B. Sister and brother. C. Mother and son. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why is the woman grateful to the man? A. He recommended a good film to her. B. He treated her to a meal. C. He got tickets in time. 11. What is the woman dissatisfied with about the film? A. The sound effects. B. The actors. C. The story. 12. What does the man think of the music? A. Noisy. B. Suitable. C. Unpleasant. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What is the woman? A. A hostess. B. A cook. C. A company owner. 14. What does Maya make more effort to do about shopping? A. Take her own bags. B. Go to little shops more often. C. Avoid things in plastic containers. 15. How did Maya’s family react to her decision to live waste-free? A. They were worried that she would regret it. B. They did not believe that she really meant it. C. They did not think that she was likely to succeed. 16. In which way do Maya’s cooking and eating habits change? A. She uses leftover food creatively. B. She cooks more often for her friends. C. She develops her own cooking skills. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Which school is the university most famous for? A. Social sciences. B. Medicine. C. Law. 18. What is required for degree courses? A. At least two group discussions. B. Up to twenty seminars. C. A long essay. 19. What do we know about the university? A. All students are school-leavers. B. The university year is going to change. C. Vacations are longer in summer than in spring. 20. Who is the talk most probably intended for? A. Students in senior high schools. B. Graduates in universities. C. Postgraduates in universities. 答案：1-5 CACBC 6-10 BAACC 11-15 ABCBB 16-20 ABCBA 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节 （共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A The social purpose of the copyright system is to encourage creativity and the advancement of knowledge by giving those who make intellectual (智力的) contributions a “unique right to their writings and discoveries” for limited times. Protection is provided for a much longer time for copyrights than for patents. The U. S. Copyright Law of 1976 provides a term or the lifetime of the author plus 50 years. It recognizes that the value of written works often extends over a longer time than that of technological advances in the public area. It is essential to register for formal copyright protection in order to have some degree of protection against the copyright of one’s works by others. The procedure for obtaining a copyright registration is quite simple—an application is submitted with a small fee and two copies of the work. No examination is made, and the copyright is immediately in force. The Copyright Office will provide on request a variety of leaflets (小册子) describing the procedure and giving information about the classes of subject matter that can be registered. Those are subject to protection: （1）Books and newspapers （2）Lectures （3）Dramatic compositions （4）Films （5）Maps （6）Works of art （7）Sound recordings （8）Photographs （9）Prints and labels （10）Musical compositions Those are not subject to protection: （1）Ideas （2）Systems, methods and plans （3）Government publications （4）Laws and opinions of courts You can contact the Copyright Office (www.copyrightoffice.org) for more information. 21. In which aspect do copyrights differ from patents? A. The application fee. B. The duration of protection. C. The intellectual value. D. The contribution to society. 22. Which of the following should you provide for copyright registration? A. Copies of your work. B. Photos of yourself. C. Introductory leaflets. D. Examination certificates. 23. According to the text, the Copyright Office may reject __________. A. a movie about a new method of time travel B. an original musical composition for children C. a book about one’s opinions on American laws D. an official document issued by the local county 答案：21-23 BAD 解析： 【导语]本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍的是版权制度，获得版权注册的程序和版权局接受和不接受的东西。 21.细节理解题。根据第一段“Protection is provided for a much longer time for copyrights than for patents.(版权的保护期比专利的保护期长得多。)”可知，版权和专利的保护期限不同，故选B。 22.细节理解题。根据第二段“The procedure for obtaining a copyright registration is quite simple--an application is submitted with a small fee and two copies of the work.(获得版权注册的程序非常简单提交申请，只需支付少量费用和两份作品副本。)”可知，你应提供你作品的副本来作版权登记，故选A。 23.推理判断题。根据Those are not subject to protection:部分的“Government publications(政府出版物)”可知，版权局可能会拒绝当地县政府发布的官方文件，故选D。 B Kristin Schell is the founder of The Turquoise Table, a movement of ordinary people who want to create community right in their own front yards. Ten years ago, she and her family moved to a new home in Austin, Texas. One day, Kristin tried to connect with her new neighbors by hosting a party. She bought a few picnic tables but the delivery driver set one table down in her front yard by mistake. “After the party, I painted the table turquoise—my favorite color—and put it in the front yard, just a few feet from the sidewalk,” she says. That turquoise table became the place where Kristin and her kids hung out. They played games, did crafts and ate snacks. “We got intentional about where we spent our time,” Kristin says. “We became ‘front yard people’.” Neighbors began to stop by to introduce themselves and sit down for a chat. Kristin invited people to join her at the table for coffee or iced tea. Then neighbors asked Kristin if their family could put a picnic table in their front yard too. A movement was born. “It was a simple way to slow down and connect with others,” she says. The turquoise table was inviting and had a shared feel. People often hesitate to invite others into their homes. They think their house is too messy, it’s not big enough or they don’t have enough time. “Our perfectionism can cause us to miss out on the joy of connecting with others,” Kristin says. Her picnic table takes away the excuses—and the pressure. She likes how it enables her to take a small step toward easing loneliness and building relationships in her community. “People’s greatest need is to know that they are loved and that they belong,” she says. A decade after their Texas beginnings, thousands of Turquoise Tables exist in all 50 states and in 13 countries around the world. Not all of them are actually turquoise. “No matter what color it is, it’s a friendship table,” Kristin says. 24. Why did Kristin Schell start the movement? A. To host more parties in her front yard. B. To entertain her friends and neighbors. C. To engage with people in the neighbourhood. D. To create harmonious communities worldwide. 25. Which of the following words best describe Kristin Schell according to the text? A. Creative and sociable. B. Friendly and humorous. C. Generous and ambitious. D. Cautious and responsible. 26. What can be inferred from the text? A. People don’t like others to step into their houses. B. The campaign has a big impact at home and abroad. C. Kristin Schell bought the turquoise table to host a party. D. People feel unwilling to join in the front yard chat at first. 27. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Love Your Neighbors B. An Amazing Woman C. Happy Front Yard Time D. Tables Where All Are Welcome 答案： 24-27 CABD 解析：[导语]本文是一篇记叙文。克里斯汀·谢尔在前院放置了一张青绿色餐桌，与邻居和陌生人建立联系。在她的宣传和带动下，现已形成了一场全国性的运动。 24.细节理解题。根据第一段“Kristin Schell is the founder of The Turquoise Table, a movement of ordinary people who want to create community right in their own front yards. Ten years ago, she and her family moved to a new home in Austin, Texas.”(克里斯汀·谢尔是“绿松石桌”(the Turquoise Table)的创始人，这是一个普通人想要在自己的前院建立社区的运动)和第二段“One day, Kristin tried to connect with her new neighbors by hosting a party.(一天，克里斯汀试图通过举办一个聚会来与她的新邻居建立联系)”以及第四段“It was a simple way to slow down and connect with others”(这是一种简单的方式，让你放慢脚步，与他人交流)可知，克里斯汀·谢尔发起了这项运动的目的是与邻居接触。故选C项。 25.推理判断题。根据第二段““After the party, I painted the table turquoisemy favorite color-and put it in the front yard, just a few feet from the sidewalk,” she says.”(聚会结束后，我把桌子漆成了我最喜欢的绿松石色，然后把它放在前院，离人行道只有几英尺远，”她说)以及后文Kristin后来发起了“绿松石桌”运动可知，克里斯汀有创造性。根据第四段“Kristin invited people to join her at the table for coffee or iced tea.”(克里斯汀邀请人们和她一起坐在桌边喝咖啡或冰茶)可知，克里斯汀是一个热情、好交际的人。故选A项。 26.推理判断题。根据最后一段“A decade after their Texas beginnings, thousands of Turquoise Tables exist in all 50 states and in 13 countries around the world.”(从德州开始的十年后，成千上万的绿松石桌遍布全球50个州和13个国家)可知，这场运动在国内外都产生了巨大的影响。故选B项。 27.主旨大意题。通读全文，并根据第一段“Kristin Schell is the founder of The Turquoise Table, a movement of ordinary people who want to create community right in their own front yards. Ten years ago, she and her family moved to a new home in Austin, Texas.”(克里斯汀·谢尔是“绿松石桌”的创始人，这是一个普通人想要在自己的前院建立社区的运动。)和最后一段“A decade after their Texas beginnings, thousands of Turquoise Tables exist in all 50 states and in 13 countries around the world.”(从德州开始的十年后，成千上万的绿松石桌遍布全球50个州和13个国家。)可知，文章主要讲述克里斯汀·谢尔在前院放置了一张青绿色餐桌，与邻居和陌生人建立联系。在她的宣传和带动下，现已形成了一场全国性的运动。因此D项“欢迎所有人的桌子”可作为本文的最佳标题。故选D项。 C Five times stronger than steel, spider silk’s unique qualities were recognised by the Ancient Greeks—and more recently, scientists have looked at applications from medicine to engineering. Now, one Japanese startup, Spiber, is exploring how spider webs could transform the clothing industry. The biotech company started by making a spider-silk-like material in the lab and has since expanded its fabric range to include more sustainable alternatives to wool and cashmere, says Kenji Higashi, head of business development at Spiber. Spiders create webs by giving out liquid protein that will later change into silk. Kazuhide Sekiyama and Junichi Sugahara, Spiber’s founders, decided to create a material that is identical to spider silk. They studied “thousands of different spider species,” as well as other silk-producing species, and collected a database of silk varieties. Having successfully produced the spider silk alternative, the team went on to develop a range of fabrics by changing the protein order. Spiber’s fibers are made by fermenting (发酵) water, sugar and nutrients with specially modified microbes (改良微生物) in steel tanks to produce protein polymers to be made into a fiber. Later, the team discovered that the spider silk alternative shrinks (收缩) when wet, so they modified the protein to get a fiber with desirable properties, such as water proof and increased strength, which is suitable for an outdoor jacket. Fashion is one of the most polluting industries in the world. It produces around 2.1 billion metric tons of CO2 every year. Higashi says Spiber’s biodegradable products are predicted to generate just one-fifth of the carbon emissions of animal-based fibers once they are in mass production. And it is now developing a process that will transform abandoned clothes made from natural materials like cotton into the sugars needed for fermentation. Currently trying to expand its production and getting ready for a full commercial launch of its products, Spiber hopes its technology will help to “solve some of the big global challenges that we’re facing,” says Higashi. 28. What is a primary purpose of Spiber’s research in the lab? A. To develop new applications of spider silk. B. To invent a replacement for spider silk. C. To transform the structure of spider silk. D. To study silk-producing spider species. 29. How did the team address the shrinking problem? A. By adapting the protein. B. By diversifying microbes. C. By wetting the fiber. D. By lengthening fermenting time. 30. What can best describe Spiber’s products? A. Fancy and stylish. B. Costly yet profitable. C. Strong and sustainable. D. Lightweight yet resource-consuming. 31. What are the last two paragraphs mainly about? A. The practical application of Spiber’s products. B. The environmental value of Spiber’s products. C. The technical challenges of Spiber’s products. D. The potential markets of Spiber’s products. 答案：28-31 BACB 解析：[导语]这是一篇说明文。文章讲述了日本初创公司Spiberi正在研究如何利用蜘蛛网改变服装行业。 28.细节理解题。根据第二段“Now, one Japanese startup, Spiber, is exploring how spider webs could transform the clothing industry. The biotech company started by making a spider-silk-like material in the lab and has since expanded its fabric range to include more sustainable alternatives to wool and cashmere, says Kenji Higashi, head of business development at Spiber.(现在，一家名为 Spiber的日本初创公司正在探索蜘蛛网如何改变服装行业。这家生物技术公司最初是在实验室里制造一种类似蜘蛛丝的材料，后来扩大了面料范围，加入了羊毛和羊绒以外更可持续的替代品，Spiber的业务发展主管KenjiHigashi说。)”可知，Spiber实验室正在探索蜘蛛网如何改变服装行业。在实验室里制造一种类似蜘蛛丝的材料，后来扩大了面料范围，加入了羊毛和羊绒以外更可持续的替代品，可知，研究的主要目的是发明蜘蛛丝的替代品。故选B项。 29.推理判断题。根据第四段中“Later, the team discovered that the spider silk alternative shrinks(收缩) when wet, so they modified the protein to get a fiber with desirable properties, such as water proof and increased strength, which is suitable for an outdoor jacket.(后来，研究小组发现，蜘蛛丝替代品在受湿时会收缩，因此他们对这种蛋白质进行了改性，得到了一种具有理想性能的纤维，比如防水和增强的强度，适用于户外夹克。)”可知，在发现蜘蛛丝替代品受湿时会收缩，研究小组对这种蛋白质进行了改性，即调整了蛋白质。故选A项。 30.推理判断题。根据第四段中“Later, the team discovered that the spider silk alternative shrinks(收缩) when wet, so they modified the protein to get a fiber with desirable properties, such as water proof and increased strength, which is suitable for an outdoor jacket.(后来，研究小组发现，蜘蛛丝替代品在受湿时会收缩，因此他们对这种蛋白质进行了改性，得到了一种具有理想性能的纤维，比如防水和增强的强度，适用于户外夹克。)”可知，在研究小组对蛋白质改性后，得到了一种具有理想性能的纤维，比如防水和增强的强度。即Spiber产品的强度高;倒数第二段中“Higashi says Spiber's biodegradable products are predicted to generate just one-fifth of the carbon emissions of animal-based fibers once they are in mass production. And it is now developing a process that will transform abandoned clothes made from natural materials like cotton into the sugars needed for fermentation.(Higashi说，Spiber的可生物降解产品一旦大规模生产，预计产生的碳排放量仅为动物纤维的五分之一。该公司目前正在开发一种工艺，将废弃的棉花等天然材料制成的衣服转化为发酵所需的糖。)”可知，在Higashi看来，Spiber的可生物降解产品一旦大规模生产，预计产生的碳排放量仅为动物纤维的五分之一。可推知，Spiber产品是环保的，即可持续的。故选C项。 31.主旨大意题。根据最后两段“Fashion is one of the most polluting industries in the world. It produces around 2.1 billion metric tons of CO, every year. Higashi says Spiber's biodegradable products are predicted to generate just one-fifth of the carbon emissions of animal- based fibers once they are in mass production. And it is now developing a process that will transform abandoned clothes made from natural materials like cotton into the sugars needed for fermentation. Currently trying to expand its production and getting ready for a full commercial launch of its products, Spiber hopes its technology will help to “solve some of the big global challenges that we're facing,” says Higashi.(时装业是世界上污染最严重的行业之一。它每年产生大约21亿吨二氧化碳。Higashi说，Spiber的可生物降解产品一旦大规模生产，预计产生的碳排放量仅为动物纤维的五分之一。该公司目前正在开发一种工艺，将废弃的棉花等天然材料制成的衣服转化为发酵所需的糖。目前，Spiber正在努力扩大生产，并为其产品的全面商业发布做好准备，Higashi说，Spiber希望其技术能够帮助“解决我们面临的一些重大全球挑战。”)“提到了Spiber的可生物降解产品一旦大规模生产，预计产生的碳排放量仅为动物纤维的五分之一。说明其产品的出现将会化解时装业带给环境的污染问题。同时，Higashi说，Spiber希望其技术能够帮助“解决我们面临的一些重大全球挑战。”可推知，两段内容重在强调Spiber的可生物降解产品的环境价值。故选B项。 D If you live on this planet, there’s a decent chance you’ve seen the classic Star Trek Episode, in which captain Kirk and several members find themselves in what appears to be another universe. These days, it seems the idea of the multiverse—many worlds—is having its Hollywood moment. Its appeal as a storytelling device is obvious—characters explore a multi-world with varying degrees of similarity to our own, as well as different versions of themselves. Hence, it has been fully established in mainstream pop culture. While Hollywood can’t seem to get enough of the multiverse, it remains deeply controversial (有争议的) among scientists. Advocates on the two sides show no mercy toward each other in their books, on their blogs. But physicists didn’t pull the idea out of thin air—rather, several distinct lines of reasoning seem to point to the multiverse’s existence. However, critics warn that making the multiverse legal could make it harder for the public to distinguish speculative (推测性的) theories from established fact, making it more difficult to keep pseudo-science (伪科学) at bay. Giving credit to such speculation risks “turning fundamental physics into pseudo-science.” The multiverse controversy is rooted in the idea of testability. If we can’t interact with these other universes, or detect them in any way, some experts insist that reduces them to mere philosophical speculation. But Carroll, an advocate for “many worlds”, argues that mathematics is the language describing our physical theories; Since Schrdinger’s equation (方程), on which Quantum (量子) mechanics rests, predicts the existence of many worlds, so be it. Could a more expansive view of the universe itself be the next breakthrough? As Siegfried puts it: “Every time in the past that we’ve thought, ‘We’ve got it; this is what the whole universe is’ —the people who’ve said, ‘Maybe there’s more than one of those’ have always turned out to be right”. 32. Why is Hollywood so occupied with the multiverse? A. It makes for engaging plots. B. It is a much-talked-about topic. C. It is helpful to popularize science. D. It dominates the mainstream pop culture. 33. What do the underlined words in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Out of date. B. Out of place. C. Out of nowhere. D. Out of question. 34. According to the opponents, the basic standard of fundamental physics is that __________. A. it can be detected somehow B. it can be reasoned logically C. it can be interpreted philosophically D. it can be predicted by mathematics equation 35. What might be the author’s attitude toward the multiverse? A. Doubtful. B. Dismissive. C. Unclear. D. Approving. 答案：32-35 ACAD 解析： [导语]本文是一篇议论文，主要讲述了虽然近来好莱坞似乎对多元宇宙欲罢不能，但它在科学家中仍然存在着深刻的争议。 32.细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Its appeal as a storytelling device is obvious-characters explore a multi-world with varying degrees of similarity to our own, as well as different versions of themselves.(作为一种讲故事的手段，它的吸引力显而易见一角色探索了一个与我们自己不同程度相似的多元世界，以及不同版本的自己。)”可知，多元宇宙作为一种讲故事的手段，非常具有吸引力。故选A。 33.词句猜测题。根据划线短语后面的“rather, several distinct lines of reasoning seem to point to the multiverse's existence(相反，几个不同的推理路线似乎指向了多元宇宙的存在)”可知，rather前后表示转折，后面说有推理路线证明多元宇宙是存在的，由此可推测出，前面说的是物理学家们并不是凭空得出了这个想法。out of thin air意为“凭空，无中生有地”，和out of nowhere(突然出现)意思相近。故选C。 34.推理判断题。根据第三段中的“However, critics warn that making the multiverse legal could make it harder for the public to distinguish speculative(推测性的) theories from established fact, making it more difficult to keep pseudo-science(伪科学) at bay. Giving credit to such speculation risks ‘turning fundamental physics into pseudo-science’.(然而，批评者警告说，使多元宇宙合法化可能会使公众更难区分推测性理论和既定事实，从而更难遏制伪科学。相信这种推测有可能“把基础物理学变成伪科学’。)”可知，批评者认为让多元宇宙合法化可能会使公众难以区分推测性理论和既定事实，相信这种推测有可能导致基础物理学变成伪科学。由此可推测出，基础物理学是以既定事实为基础的，可以通过某种方式发现。故选A。 35.推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Since Schrdinger's equation (方程), on which Quanturr(量子) mechanic rests, predicts the existence of many worlds, so be it.(既然量子力学所依据的薛定谔方程预测了许多世界的存在，那就顺其自然吧。)”和最后一段中的“Could a more expansive view of the universe itself be the next breakthrough? As Siegfried puts it: “Every time in the past that we've thought, ‘We’ve got it; this is what the whole universe is’-the people who’ve said, ‘Maybe there's more than one of those’ have always turned out to be right.”(正如齐格弗里德所说:“在过去，每当我们想，“我们明白了;这就是整个宇宙的样子"-那些说‘也许不止一个’的人总是被证明是对的。”)”可知，作者认为既然有理论预测了许多世界的存在，那就顺其自然吧，那些说“也许不止一个”的人总是被证明是对的;由此推知，作者对多元宇宙的概念持支持态度。故选D。 第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Play is so much more than just a way to kill the time. Behind every game and puzzle lies a powerful force shaping a child’s development. 36 Dive in, and you’ll discover the science behind it. When children engage in play, they do more than just have fun. They’re actively constructing their brains. Neural pathways (神经通络), those complex networks responsible for thought, learning, and emotion, are solidified during these leisure activities. Much like constructing a home requires more than just bricks, it’s about laying a strong foundation. For the maturing brain, play is that vital foundation. 37 These connections don’t just serve immediate childlike wonder; they lay the groundwork for future cognitive and emotional adaptability. Beyond cognitive and emotional development, leisure activities are crucial in securing a child’s physical health and coordination (协调性). Whether it’s running or jumping rope, these actions develop a child’s fine motor skills. Such physical engagements push children to be more aware of their body movements and surroundings. 38 Through play, kids develop a symbiotic (共生的) relationship between mind and body. In the dynamic ecosystem of a child’s growth, leisure activities weave in threads of academic enhancement without the traditional pressures of formal education. 39 Beyond the fun, kids are absorbing lessons in logic, pattern recognition, and critical thinking. Similarly, engaging in board games or interactive storytelling sessions introduces them to fundamental math, language, and strategy concepts in a relaxed atmosphere. This stress-free combination of play and learning allows kids to develop academically without realizing they’re on an educational journey. Play is more than just a leisure activity for kids. It’s an essential tool that helps better brain development, physical health and so much more. 40 A. But why, exactly, is play so vital for kids? B. And how, precisely, do you dive in games and puzzles? C. The diversity of play equips the brain with neural connections. D. Take, for instance, the seemingly simple act of assembling a puzzle. E. Therefore, kids who play more will deal with the difficulties better in the future. F. The constant feedback creates a rich environment for enhancing physical capabilities. G. By understanding it, you can provide your child with the best foundation for a bright future. 答案：36-40 ACFDG 解析：[导语]这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了游戏对孩子大脑所产生的影响。 36.根据前文“Play is so much more than just a way to kill the time. Behind every game and puzzle lies a powerful force shaping a child's development.(玩耍不仅仅是一种消磨时间的方式。在每一个游戏和谜题的背后都有一股强大的力量塑造着孩子的发展)”以及后文“Dive in, and you'll discover the science behind it.(深入研究，你会发现它背后的科学原理)"可知，空处应是一个过渡句，空前提出有悖于常识的新观点，即游戏不仅仅消磨时间，还对孩子的发展有大作用，所以A项“But why, exactly, is play so vital for kids?(但是，究竟为什么玩耍对孩子如此重要呢?)”符合文意，和前文构成转折关系，并引出下文。故选A项。 37.根据前文“For the maturing brain, play is that vital foundation.(对于成熟的大脑来说，玩耍是至关重要的基础)”以及后文“These connections don't just serve immediate childlike wonder; they lay the groundwork for future cognitive and emotional adaptability.(这些联系不仅仅是为了满足孩子们的好奇心;它们为未来的认知和情感适应性奠定了基础)”可知，空前讲述对于发育中的大脑来说，玩耍是至关重要的基础，空后讲述这些联系不仅仅是为了满足孩子们的好奇心，也奠定了认知和情感适应性的基础。故设空处应将“游戏，脑发育，联系”结合在一起，所以C项“The diversity of play equips the brain with neural connections.(游戏的多样性为大脑提供了神经连接)”符合文意，承上启下，其中connections和下文为同词复现。故选C项。 38.根据前文“Beyond cognitive and emotional development, leisure activities are crucial in securing a child's physical health and coordination (协调性).Whether it's running or jumping rope, these actionsdevelop a child's fine motor skills. Such physical engagements push children to be more aware of their body movements and surroundings.(除了认知和情感发展之外，休闲活动对于确保儿童的身体健康和协调能力也至关重要。无论是跑步还是跳绳，这些动作都能培养孩子的精细运动技能。这样的身体活动促使孩子们更加注意自己的身体动作和周围环境)”可知，本段主要讲述了休闲活动对于保障孩子的身体健康和协调能力至关重要，所以F项“The constant feedback creates a rich environment for enhancing physical capabilities.(持续的反馈为增强身体能力创造了丰富的环境)”是对前文情况的总结，说明休闲活动所产生的持续的反馈为增强身体能力创造了丰富的环境。故选F项。 39.根据前文“In the dynamic ecosystem of a child's growth, leisure activities weave in threads of academic enhancement without the traditional pressures of formal education.(在儿童成长的动态生态系统中，休闲活动在没有传统正规教育压力的情况下编织着学业提高的线索)”以及后文“Beyond the fun, kids are absorbing lessons in logic, pattern recognition, and critical thinking. Similarly, engaging in board games or interactive storytelling sessions introduces them to fundamental math, language, and strategy concepts in a relaxed atmosphere.(除了乐趣之外，孩子们还在学习逻辑、模式识别和批判性思维。同样地，参与桌游或互动式讲故事会在轻松的氛围中向他们介绍基本的数学、语言和策略概念)”可知，前文提出本段主题，后文是通过举例说明，所以D项“Take, for instance, the seemingly simple act of assembling a puzzle.(以组装拼图这个看似简单的行为为例)”符合文意，举例说明上文提到观点，拼图游戏可以让孩子学习逻辑、模式识别和批判性思维。故选D项。 40.分析设空，位于尾段段尾，是对本文进行总结，根据前文“Play is more than just a leisure activity for kids. It's an essential tool that helps better brain development, physical health and so much more.(玩耍对孩子来说不仅仅是一种休闲活动。它是一个重要的工具，有助于更好的大脑发育，身体健康等等)”可知，G项“By understanding it, you can provide your child with the best foundation for a bright future.(通过理解它，你可以为你的孩子提供一个光明的未来最好的基础)”承接上文，且和首段相呼应，对前文做出总结。故选G项。 第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分50分） 第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 When I first came to Rochester from Austin, Texas—a place where fall is practically non-existent—I was excited for a real northern fall. But, I wasn’t 41 it to feel like Christmas in October. Regardless of this 42 , and the adjustment period that I’m not entirely sure I’m 43 , I am thankful to be somewhere that has a real fall. By “real” I 44 a distinctive season, a(n) 45 in the weather and a visual changing of the world around me. The leaves 46 colors, it rains more often, the air is almost always 47 and dry, and a light breeze 48 me to walk a bit faster to get inside. Yes, it is more difficult to be 49 outside in a Rochester fall—where it isn’t just “less hot” but actually, fairly cold. But, I would argue that time spent outside in this season could be more 50 than in the summer. Everyone 51 that fall is about change—I won’t argue against that. Things do change in the fall—the weather is becoming worse and worse, the dying leaves become warmly colored, and 52 you know it, we’ll be back to having only eight hours of sunlight a day. This oncoming change is why I think it is so important to 53 fall. Fall is not just about the 54 of change, but also appreciating what will soon be 55 . Go outside this fall. Enjoy the leaves not because they are turning beautiful deep shades of orange and red, but because there will soon be no leaves in those branches at all. 41. A. interested in B. exposed to C. ashamed of D. prepared for 42. A. accident B. possibility C. shock D. motivation 43. A. beyond B. against C. for D. after 44. A. take in B. pick up C. call back D. refer to 45. A. shift B. conclusion C. improvement D. experience 46. A. spoil B. keep C. turn D. avoid 47. A. cold B. warm C. hot D. cozy 48. A. prevents B. expects C. urges D. suspects 49. A. grateful B. creative C. considerate D. comfortable 50. A. terrible B. casual C. unpleasant D. valuable 51. A. questions B. emphasizes C. recalls D. analyzes 52. A. if B. since C. as D. before 53. A. control B. describe C. appreciate D. hide 54. A. process B. disadvantages C. fear D. result 55. A. disappointing B. puzzling C. gone D. broken 答案：41-45 DCADA 46-50 CACDD 51-55 BDCAC 解析：[语篇解读]作者从没有秋天的奥斯丁来到了罗契斯特市,这里寒冷的天气让她猝不及防，但很快作者为这里有真正的秋天而心存感激,为能经历真正的北方秋天而兴奋不已。并领悟到去欣赏感激那些即将逝去的事物。 41. D考查动词短语辨析。interested in“对……感兴趣”;exposed to“暴露于……”;ashamed of“以……为耻”;prepared for“对……做好准备”。作者从没有秋天的奥斯丁来到了罗契斯特市。她为能经历真正的北方秋天而兴奋不已。但是，这里的十月却如十二月份的圣诞节那样寒冷,她猝不及防,没有准备好,故选D。 42.C考查名词辨析。accident事故;possibility可能性;shock 震惊;motivation动机。分析句意可知,尽管有着这种震惊(shock),我还是感谢这儿的。故选C。 43.A考查介词辨析。分析句意，作者本人不能完全确信自己能跨越这个调整期。beyond“超过,跨越”。故选 A。 44.D考查动词短语辨析。take in吸收,欺骗;pick up 捡起,学会;call back,回电话,记起;refer to查阅，有关，指的是。分析句意可知,通过说“真正的”,我指的是一个差别性明显的季节。故选D。 45.A考查名词辨析。shift移动,变迁，变化;conclusion结论;improvement改善,提高;experience经历,经验。根据句意可知，气候的转变和周围世界色彩的改变(shift)。故选A。 46.C考查动词辨析。spoil损坏;keep保持,维持;turn使变换,使变为;avoid避免。分析turn,作为系动词，后跟表示颜色的词。分析句意可知,树叶改变了颜色。故选C。 47.A考查形容词作表语。cold冷的;warm 暖和的;hot热的;cozy舒适的,安逸的。分析句意可知,空气冷而干燥。故选A。 48.C考查动词辨析。prevents阻止;expects 希望,期望;urges 敦促,催促;suspects怀疑。分析句意可知,刮来的阵阵微风催促我快点进入室内。因此C符合题意。 49.D考查形容词辨析。grateful感激的;creative富有创造性的;considerate体贴的;comfortable 舒服的。句意:在罗契斯特市这个地方,秋季很难在户外感觉舒适。根据句意可知D符合题意。 50.D考查形容词辨析。terrible可怕的，糟糕的;casual临时的,随便的;unpleasant使人不愉快的，不合意的; valuable 宝贵的，有价值的。分析句意可知,即便如此,我还是要证明在这个季节去户外度过的时光要比夏季宝贵。因此选D。 51.B考查动词辨析。questions质问;emphasizes 强调，着重;recalls 回忆;analyzes分析。根据句意可知,人人都看重秋季是关于变化的。因此选B。 52.D考查连词辨析。before表示“不知不觉就……;还没弄清就……”。句意:不知不觉中(我还没弄清就)，一天就只有8个小时的日照了。故选D。 53.C考查动词辨析。control控制;describe 描绘,描述;appreciate感激,欣赏;hide躲藏。分析句意可知,这个即将到来的变化就是我认为要去欣赏重视秋天的原因。故C符合题意。 54.A考查名词辨析。process过程,工序;disadvantages优势;fear 害怕,恐惧;result结果。分析句意可知,秋天不仅仅是关于变化的过程,由此可推测出A是正确的。 55.C考查形容词辨析。disappointing令人失望的,令人扫兴的;puzzling 费解的,令人困惑的;gone过去的,用完了，逝去的;broken破碎的，打碎的。分析句意可知，我们还要去欣赏感激那些即将逝去的,由此可知C符合题意。 第二节 单句语法填空 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 56. When I entered the lab, I found him fully _________________ (occupy) in his experiment. 57. _________________ (accuse) of a crime in terrorist acts, the suspect will be put into prison. 58. Deng Xiaoping is the _________________ (architecture) of the reform and opening-up in China. 59. The key to _________________ (lower) greenhouse gas emissions is to promote sustainable practices. 60. These soldiers deserve _________________ (remember) for the selfless sacrifices they have made to our country.  61. _________________ (rely) as he is, John consistently exceeded our expectations and left an impression on the team. 62. Students’ _________________ (comprehend) of words in a foreign language improves if teachers pair each word with a gesture. 63. Viewers from all over the world _________________ (fascinate) by the countdown using twenty four solar terms at the opening ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. 64. The book Becoming by Michelle Obama, once _________________ (publish), caused a remarkable stir and resonated with thousands of readers who cared about identity, race, and the role of women in leadership. 65. A medical team _________________ (consist) of 25 volunteers from medical universities set out last Wednesday to remote provinces in central and western China on a one-week mission to offer free services to patients. 66. Do not make purchases _________________ credit if you have no money. 67. There are instances _________________ writers have been very unsatisfied with the film versions of their work. 68. Large amounts of dangerous materials end _________________ being released into the surrounding air and water. 69. Susan’s experiences show that if an individual excels in their professional capacity, then a question of _________________ they are female or male is not important. 70. Many young people in the West are expected to leave _________________ could be life’s most important decision—marriage—almost entirely up to luck. 答案： 56. occupied 57. Accused 58. architect 59. lowering 60. remembering / to be remembered 61. Reliable 62. comprehension 63. were fascinated 64. published 65. consisting 66. on 67. where 68. up 69. whether 70. what 第三节 默写 （共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分） 按照课文补全句子。(每错一个单词扣1分，同一题中有两个及两个以上错误，该小题不得分。) [EQ: IQ] It is generally believed that people with high EQs are open to new ideas and have positive attitudes towards life. They are also 71. _______________________________________. On the other hand, there is little doubt that people with low EQs often have problems getting on with other people and dealing with difficult situations; hence 72. _______________________________________ and in their careers. Altogether, the results of studies show that EQ is as important, if not more important than IQ. 73. __ _____________________________________ and lead a happy successful life requires getting on well with other people and being able to understand and react to situations in the best way possible. ... And the fact that it might be possible to raise EQs means that schools need to make sure that their students are receiving an education they really need, 74. _______________________________________ the entire character. [Meet the New Boss: You] If you think you can work eight hours a day and build a career, think again. You might be able to keep your job if you finish what you are asked to do, but this is 75. __________________________ _____________. Instead, ... You’ll need to be a risk taker, an innovator, a problem solver, and a hard worker. Keep doing this, and you can 76. _______________________________________ one day. You have a chance to choose to build a career, rather than being told to stay or to go. [Lesson 82 Monster or Fish?] Fishermen and sailors sometimes claim to have seen monsters in the sea. Though people have often laughed at stories told by seamen, it is now known that many of these ‘monsters’ 77. ___________ ____________________________ strange fish. Occasionally, ... Some time ago, however, a peculiar fish was caught near Madagascar. A small fishing boat was carried miles out to sea by the powerful fish 78. _______________________________________. Realizing that this was no ordinary fish, the fisherman 79. _______________________________________ in any way. ... It had a head like a horse, big blue eyes, shining silver skin, and a bright red tail. The fish, which has since been sent to a museum 79. _______________________________________, is called an oarfish. Such creatures have rarely been seen alive by man as they live at a depth of six hundred feet. 答案： 71. less likely to be troubled by internal problems 72. they have a harder time adjusting in life 73. To get ahead in the world 74. not solely based on IQ but on developing 75. hardly a recipe for great career success 76. become an expert or a specialist in something 77. which have at times been sighted are simply 78. as it pulled on the line 79. made every effort not to damage it 80. where it is being examined by a scientist 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （满分15分） 假定你是李华，在校园网看到一则“外语文化节”(Foreign Language Festival) 招募学生志愿者的启事，请根据启事写一封应征邮件。内容包括： 1. 自我介绍（条件和优势等）； 2. 参加意图。 Volunteers Wanted Our annual English Festival, which will be held on March 6-8, 2025, is now looking for 20 student volunteers to provide assistance for Talent Show, Drama Fete, Speech Contest, and English Debate Competition. If you are interested, please send an application at your earliest convenience to Mr. Xie at Xielaoshi@qq.com. 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请勿透露个人班级姓名等信息。 参考范文： Dear Sir, I am Li Hua from Senior 2. Learning from the school website that the student union is recruiting volunteers for the Foreign Language Festival, I am writing to apply for an opportunity to be one of the volunteer group. Given that I not only have a good command of English but also rich experience in organizing activities, I am confident that I will be equal to the tasks assigned. Besides, as a sociable and responsible member, I believe I can cooperate with others to do the job well. I would be grateful if I were given the precious chance to get involved in and gain an unforgettable experience in such a splendid event! Thank you for considering my application and I am looking forward to your favorable reply. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 第二节 （满分15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。 My Best Examination One day while at work in a coal mine in Malden, I happened to overhear two miners talking about a great school for poor people in Virginia. It was Hampton Institute. The school was established to provide opportunities for poor but worthy students who could work out all or a part of the cost of a board, and at the same time be taught some trade or industry. I was on fire constantly with one ambition, and that was to go to school. I decided at once to go to the school. Finally the great day came and I started from Hampton. I had only a small, cheap bag that contained a few articles of clothing I could get. The distance from Malden to Hampton is about five hundred miles. I had not been away from home many hours before it began to grow painfully evident that I did not have enough money to pay my fare (路费) to Hampton. By walking and begging rides both in wagons and in the cars, in some way, after a number of days, I reached the grounds of the Hampton Institute, tired, hungry and dirty. As soon as possible after arriving, I presented myself before the head teacher for an assignment to a class. Having been so long without proper food, a bath and a change of clothing, I was like a worthless loafer (游荡者). I did not, of course, make a very favorable impression upon her, and I could see at once that there were doubts in her mind about the wisdom of admitting me as a student. I tried to impress her in all the ways I could with my worthiness. How I wished that I could get a chance to show what was in me. After some time, the head teacher said to me, “The adjoining (隔壁的) classroom needs sweeping. Take the broom and sweep it.” 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。 It occurred to me at once that here was my chance. The head teacher went into the room and inspected the floor and closets.  参考范文 It occurred to me at once that here was my chance. With determination to prove my worthiness and value, I, shrugging off all my weariness and exhaustion, seized the broom, along with a cloth, and embarked on a thorough cleaning of the classroom. Exerting all my effort into the task, I kept on sweeping and wiping every corner of the room, as well as its closets until they were shining with light.The longer I worked, the stronger sense of pride and purpose bubbled up inside me, reminding me that I was absolutely worthy of the education that Hampton Institute offered. The head teacher went into the room and inspected the floor and closets. I watched anxiously as she examined my work, praying in my heart that my efforts would ultimately be recognized. To my relief, she nodded in approval, a hint of surprise registering in her eyes. It was a small task, but I had accomplished it with dedication, responsibility and diligence. With a newfound sense of confidence, I stood before her, ready to embrace whatever challenges and opportunities that lay ahead. This was a worthwhile examination which opened a new chapter of my life. 高二英语试题 第10页（共12页） 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 绝密★启用前 厦外2023-2024学年第二学期高二4月份阶段性检测 英语试题 本试卷分四部分，共12页。满分150分。考试用时120分钟。本试题附有答题卡。 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和准考证号填写在答题卡相应的位置上，用2B铅笔将自己的准考证号填涂在答题卡上。 2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案；在试卷上作答无效。 3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔在答题卡上作答，答案必须写在答题卡上各题目指定区域内的相应位置上，超出指定区域的答案无效；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分20分） 第一节 （共5小题；每小题1分，满分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 sport does the man do now? A. Tennis. B. Cycling. C. Jogging. 2. How was the traffic problem caused? A. A lorry broke down. B. The traffic lights don’t work. C. A motorist broke the traffic rules. 3. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A room. B. A sofa. C. A picture. 4. Why did the man move his computer? A. To get rid of the noise. B. To avoid the sunlight. C. To work overtime easily. 5. What will the speakers have for lunch? A. Tomato soup and sausages. B. Sausages and cheese sandwiches. C. Cheese sandwiches and tomato soup. 第二节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. How does the woman feel about the result of the match? A. Annoyed. B. Happy. C. Worried. 7. Why is the man upset after the match? A. The goalkeeper in his team got injured. B. There isn’t a replacement for him. C. He’s going to miss a big match. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What will the boy do to help the woman? A. Make the bed. B. Clean the house. C. Prepare some food. 9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Teacher and student. B. Sister and brother. C. Mother and son. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why is the woman grateful to the man? A. He recommended a good film to her. B. He treated her to a meal. C. He got tickets in time. 11. What is the woman dissatisfied with about the film? A. The sound effects. B. The actors. C. The story. 12. What does the man think of the music? A. Noisy. B. Suitable. C. Unpleasant. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What is the woman? A. A hostess. B. A cook. C. A company owner. 14. What does Maya make more effort to do about shopping? A. Take her own bags. B. Go to little shops more often. C. Avoid things in plastic containers. 15. How did Maya’s family react to her decision to live waste-free? A. They were worried that she would regret it. B. They did not believe that she really meant it. C. They did not think that she was likely to succeed. 16. In which way do Maya’s cooking and eating habits change? A. She uses leftover food creatively. B. She cooks more often for her friends. C. She develops her own cooking skills. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Which school is the university most famous for? A. Social sciences. B. Medicine. C. Law. 18. What is required for degree courses? A. At least two group discussions. B. Up to twenty seminars. C. A long essay. 19. What do we know about the university? A. All students are school-leavers. B. The university year is going to change. C. Vacations are longer in summer than in spring. 20. Who is the talk most probably intended for? A. Students in senior high schools. B. Graduates in universities. C. Postgraduates in universities. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节 （共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A The social purpose of the copyright system is to encourage creativity and the advancement of knowledge by giving those who make intellectual (智力的) contributions a “unique right to their writings and discoveries” for limited times. Protection is provided for a much longer time for copyrights than for patents. The U. S. Copyright Law of 1976 provides a term or the lifetime of the author plus 50 years. It recognizes that the value of written works often extends over a longer time than that of technological advances in the public area. It is essential to register for formal copyright protection in order to have some degree of protection against the copyright of one’s works by others. The procedure for obtaining a copyright registration is quite simple—an application is submitted with a small fee and two copies of the work. No examination is made, and the copyright is immediately in force. The Copyright Office will provide on request a variety of leaflets (小册子) describing the procedure and giving information about the classes of subject matter that can be registered. Those are subject to protection: （1）Books and newspapers （2）Lectures （3）Dramatic compositions （4）Films （5）Maps （6）Works of art （7）Sound recordings （8）Photographs （9）Prints and labels （10）Musical compositions Those are not subject to protection: （1）Ideas （2）Systems, methods and plans （3）Government publications （4）Laws and opinions of courts You can contact the Copyright Office (www.copyrightoffice.org) for more information. 21. In which aspect do copyrights differ from patents? A. The application fee. B. The duration of protection. C. The intellectual value. D. The contribution to society. 22. Which of the following should you provide for copyright registration? A. Copies of your work. B. Photos of yourself. C. Introductory leaflets. D. Examination certificates. 23. According to the text, the Copyright Office may reject __________. A. a movie about a new method of time travel B. an original musical composition for children C. a book about one’s opinions on American laws D. an official document issued by the local county B Kristin Schell is the founder of The Turquoise Table, a movement of ordinary people who want to create community right in their own front yards. Ten years ago, she and her family moved to a new home in Austin, Texas. One day, Kristin tried to connect with her new neighbors by hosting a party. She bought a few picnic tables but the delivery driver set one table down in her front yard by mistake. “After the party, I painted the table turquoise—my favorite color—and put it in the front yard, just a few feet from the sidewalk,” she says. That turquoise table became the place where Kristin and her kids hung out. They played games, did crafts and ate snacks. “We got intentional about where we spent our time,” Kristin says. “We became ‘front yard people’.” Neighbors began to stop by to introduce themselves and sit down for a chat. Kristin invited people to join her at the table for coffee or iced tea. Then neighbors asked Kristin if their family could put a picnic table in their front yard too. A movement was born. “It was a simple way to slow down and connect with others,” she says. The turquoise table was inviting and had a shared feel. People often hesitate to invite others into their homes. They think their house is too messy, it’s not big enough or they don’t have enough time. “Our perfectionism can cause us to miss out on the joy of connecting with others,” Kristin says. Her picnic table takes away the excuses—and the pressure. She likes how it enables her to take a small step toward easing loneliness and building relationships in her community. “People’s greatest need is to know that they are loved and that they belong,” she says. A decade after their Texas beginnings, thousands of Turquoise Tables exist in all 50 states and in 13 countries around the world. Not all of them are actually turquoise. “No matter what color it is, it’s a friendship table,” Kristin says. 24. Why did Kristin Schell start the movement? A. To host more parties in her front yard. B. To entertain her friends and neighbors. C. To engage with people in the neighbourhood. D. To create harmonious communities worldwide. 25. Which of the following words best describe Kristin Schell according to the text? A. Creative and sociable. B. Friendly and humorous. C. Generous and ambitious. D. Cautious and responsible. 26. What can be inferred from the text? A. People don’t like others to step into their houses. B. The campaign has a big impact at home and abroad. C. Kristin Schell bought the turquoise table to host a party. D. People feel unwilling to join in the front yard chat at first. 27. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Love Your Neighbors B. An Amazing Woman C. Happy Front Yard Time D. Tables Where All Are Welcome C Five times stronger than steel, spider silk’s unique qualities were recognised by the Ancient Greeks—and more recently, scientists have looked at applications from medicine to engineering. Now, one Japanese startup, Spiber, is exploring how spider webs could transform the clothing industry. The biotech company started by making a spider-silk-like material in the lab and has since expanded its fabric range to include more sustainable alternatives to wool and cashmere, says Kenji Higashi, head of business development at Spiber. Spiders create webs by giving out liquid protein that will later change into silk. Kazuhide Sekiyama and Junichi Sugahara, Spiber’s founders, decided to create a material that is identical to spider silk. They studied “thousands of different spider species,” as well as other silk-producing species, and collected a database of silk varieties. Having successfully produced the spider silk alternative, the team went on to develop a range of fabrics by changing the protein order. Spiber’s fibers are made by fermenting (发酵) water, sugar and nutrients with specially modified microbes (改良微生物) in steel tanks to produce protein polymers to be made into a fiber. Later, the team discovered that the spider silk alternative shrinks (收缩) when wet, so they modified the protein to get a fiber with desirable properties, such as water proof and increased strength, which is suitable for an outdoor jacket. Fashion is one of the most polluting industries in the world. It produces around 2.1 billion metric tons of CO2 every year. Higashi says Spiber’s biodegradable products are predicted to generate just one-fifth of the carbon emissions of animal-based fibers once they are in mass production. And it is now developing a process that will transform abandoned clothes made from natural materials like cotton into the sugars needed for fermentation. Currently trying to expand its production and getting ready for a full commercial launch of its products, Spiber hopes its technology will help to “solve some of the big global challenges that we’re facing,” says Higashi. 28. What is a primary purpose of Spiber’s research in the lab? A. To develop new applications of spider silk. B. To invent a replacement for spider silk. C. To transform the structure of spider silk. D. To study silk-producing spider species. 29. How did the team address the shrinking problem? A. By adapting the protein. B. By diversifying microbes. C. By wetting the fiber. D. By lengthening fermenting time. 30. What can best describe Spiber’s products? A. Fancy and stylish. B. Costly yet profitable. C. Strong and sustainable. D. Lightweight yet resource-consuming. 31. What are the last two paragraphs mainly about? A. The practical application of Spiber’s products. B. The environmental value of Spiber’s products. C. The technical challenges of Spiber’s products. D. The potential markets of Spiber’s products. D If you live on this planet, there’s a decent chance you’ve seen the classic Star Trek Episode, in which captain Kirk and several members find themselves in what appears to be another universe. These days, it seems the idea of the multiverse—many worlds—is having its Hollywood moment. Its appeal as a storytelling device is obvious—characters explore a multi-world with varying degrees of similarity to our own, as well as different versions of themselves. Hence, it has been fully established in mainstream pop culture. While Hollywood can’t seem to get enough of the multiverse, it remains deeply controversial (有争议的) among scientists. Advocates on the two sides show no mercy toward each other in their books, on their blogs. But physicists didn’t pull the idea out of thin air—rather, several distinct lines of reasoning seem to point to the multiverse’s existence. However, critics warn that making the multiverse legal could make it harder for the public to distinguish speculative (推测性的) theories from established fact, making it more difficult to keep pseudo-science (伪科学) at bay. Giving credit to such speculation risks “turning fundamental physics into pseudo-science.” The multiverse controversy is rooted in the idea of testability. If we can’t interact with these other universes, or detect them in any way, some experts insist that reduces them to mere philosophical speculation. But Carroll, an advocate for “many worlds”, argues that mathematics is the language describing our physical theories; Since Schrdinger’s equation (方程), on which Quantum (量子) mechanics rests, predicts the existence of many worlds, so be it. Could a more expansive view of the universe itself be the next breakthrough? As Siegfried puts it: “Every time in the past that we’ve thought, ‘We’ve got it; this is what the whole universe is’ —the people who’ve said, ‘Maybe there’s more than one of those’ have always turned out to be right”. 32. Why is Hollywood so occupied with the multiverse? A. It makes for engaging plots. B. It is a much-talked-about topic. C. It is helpful to popularize science. D. It dominates the mainstream pop culture. 33. What do the underlined words in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Out of date. B. Out of place. C. Out of nowhere. D. Out of question. 34. According to the opponents, the basic standard of fundamental physics is that __________. A. it can be detected somehow B. it can be reasoned logically C. it can be interpreted philosophically D. it can be predicted by mathematics equation 35. What might be the author’s attitude toward the multiverse? A. Doubtful. B. Dismissive. C. Unclear. D. Approving. 第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Play is so much more than just a way to kill the time. Behind every game and puzzle lies a powerful force shaping a child’s development. 36 Dive in, and you’ll discover the science behind it. When children engage in play, they do more than just have fun. They’re actively constructing their brains. Neural pathways (神经通络), those complex networks responsible for thought, learning, and emotion, are solidified during these leisure activities. Much like constructing a home requires more than just bricks, it’s about laying a strong foundation. For the maturing brain, play is that vital foundation. 37 These connections don’t just serve immediate childlike wonder; they lay the groundwork for future cognitive and emotional adaptability. Beyond cognitive and emotional development, leisure activities are crucial in securing a child’s physical health and coordination (协调性). Whether it’s running or jumping rope, these actions develop a child’s fine motor skills. Such physical engagements push children to be more aware of their body movements and surroundings. 38 Through play, kids develop a symbiotic (共生的) relationship between mind and body. In the dynamic ecosystem of a child’s growth, leisure activities weave in threads of academic enhancement without the traditional pressures of formal education. 39 Beyond the fun, kids are absorbing lessons in logic, pattern recognition, and critical thinking. Similarly, engaging in board games or interactive storytelling sessions introduces them to fundamental math, language, and strategy concepts in a relaxed atmosphere. This stress-free combination of play and learning allows kids to develop academically without realizing they’re on an educational journey. Play is more than just a leisure activity for kids. It’s an essential tool that helps better brain development, physical health and so much more. 40 A. But why, exactly, is play so vital for kids? B. And how, precisely, do you dive in games and puzzles? C. The diversity of play equips the brain with neural connections. D. Take, for instance, the seemingly simple act of assembling a puzzle. E. Therefore, kids who play more will deal with the difficulties better in the future. F. The constant feedback creates a rich environment for enhancing physical capabilities. G. By understanding it, you can provide your child with the best foundation for a bright future. 第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分50分） 第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 When I first came to Rochester from Austin, Texas—a place where fall is practically non-existent—I was excited for a real northern fall. But, I wasn’t 41 it to feel like Christmas in October. Regardless of this 42 , and the adjustment period that I’m not entirely sure I’m 43 , I am thankful to be somewhere that has a real fall. By “real” I 44 a distinctive season, a(n) 45 in the weather and a visual changing of the world around me. The leaves 46 colors, it rains more often, the air is almost always 47 and dry, and a light breeze 48 me to walk a bit faster to get inside. Yes, it is more difficult to be 49 outside in a Rochester fall—where it isn’t just “less hot” but actually, fairly cold. But, I would argue that time spent outside in this season could be more 50 than in the summer. Everyone 51 that fall is about change—I won’t argue against that. Things do change in the fall—the weather is becoming worse and worse, the dying leaves become warmly colored, and 52 you know it, we’ll be back to having only eight hours of sunlight a day. This oncoming change is why I think it is so important to 53 fall. Fall is not just about the 54 of change, but also appreciating what will soon be 55 . Go outside this fall. Enjoy the leaves not because they are turning beautiful deep shades of orange and red, but because there will soon be no leaves in those branches at all. 41. A. interested in B. exposed to C. ashamed of D. prepared for 42. A. accident B. possibility C. shock D. motivation 43. A. beyond B. against C. for D. after 44. A. take in B. pick up C. call back D. refer to 45. A. shift B. conclusion C. improvement D. experience 46. A. spoil B. keep C. turn D. avoid 47. A. cold B. warm C. hot D. cozy 48. A. prevents B. expects C. urges D. suspects 49. A. grateful B. creative C. considerate D. comfortable 50. A. terrible B. casual C. unpleasant D. valuable 51. A. questions B. emphasizes C. recalls D. analyzes 52. A. if B. since C. as D. before 53. A. control B. describe C. appreciate D. hide 54. A. process B. disadvantages C. fear D. result 55. A. disappointing B. puzzling C. gone D. broken 第二节 单句语法填空 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 56. When I entered the lab, I found him fully _________________ (occupy) in his experiment. 57. _________________ (accuse) of a crime in terrorist acts, the suspect will be put into prison. 58. Deng Xiaoping is the _________________ (architecture) of the reform and opening-up in China. 59. The key to _________________ (lower) greenhouse gas emissions is to promote sustainable practices. 60. These soldiers deserve _________________ (remember) for the selfless sacrifices they have made to our country.  61. _________________ (rely) as he is, John consistently exceeded our expectations and left an impression on the team. 62. Students’ _________________ (comprehend) of words in a foreign language improves if teachers pair each word with a gesture. 63. Viewers from all over the world _________________ (fascinate) by the countdown using twenty four solar terms at the opening ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. 64. The book Becoming by Michelle Obama, once _________________ (publish), caused a remarkable stir and resonated with thousands of readers who cared about identity, race, and the role of women in leadership. 65. A medical team _________________ (consist) of 25 volunteers from medical universities set out last Wednesday to remote provinces in central and western China on a one-week mission to offer free services to patients. 66. Do not make purchases _________________ credit if you have no money. 67. There are instances _________________ writers have been very unsatisfied with the film versions of their work. 68. Large amounts of dangerous materials end _________________ being released into the surrounding air and water. 69. Susan’s experiences show that if an individual excels in their professional capacity, then a question of _________________ they are female or male is not important. 70. Many young people in the West are expected to leave _________________ could be life’s most important decision—marriage—almost entirely up to luck. 第三节 默写 （共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分） 按照课文补全句子。(每错一个单词扣1分，同一题中有两个及两个以上错误，该小题不得分。) [EQ: IQ] It is generally believed that people with high EQs are open to new ideas and have positive attitudes towards life. They are also 71. _______________________________________. On the other hand, there is little doubt that people with low EQs often have problems getting on with other people and dealing with difficult situations; hence 72. _______________________________________ and in their careers. Altogether, the results of studies show that EQ is as important, if not more important than IQ. 73. __ _____________________________________ and lead a happy successful life requires getting on well with other people and being able to understand and react to situations in the best way possible. ... And the fact that it might be possible to raise EQs means that schools need to make sure that their students are receiving an education they really need, 74. _______________________________________ the entire character. [Meet the New Boss: You] If you think you can work eight hours a day and build a career, think again. You might be able to keep your job if you finish what you are asked to do, but this is 75. __________________________ _____________. Instead, ... You’ll need to be a risk taker, an innovator, a problem solver, and a hard worker. Keep doing this, and you can 76. _______________________________________ one day. You have a chance to choose to build a career, rather than being told to stay or to go. [Lesson 82 Monster or Fish?] Fishermen and sailors sometimes claim to have seen monsters in the sea. Though people have often laughed at stories told by seamen, it is now known that many of these ‘monsters’ 77. ___________ ____________________________ strange fish. Occasionally, ... Some time ago, however, a peculiar fish was caught near Madagascar. A small fishing boat was carried miles out to sea by the powerful fish 78. _______________________________________. Realizing that this was no ordinary fish, the fisherman 79. _______________________________________ in any way. ... It had a head like a horse, big blue eyes, shining silver skin, and a bright red tail. The fish, which has since been sent to a museum 80. _______________________________________, is called an oarfish. Such creatures have rarely been seen alive by man as they live at a depth of six hundred feet. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （满分15分） 假定你是李华，在校园网看到一则“外语文化节”(Foreign Language Festival) 招募学生志愿者的启事，请根据启事写一封应征邮件。内容包括： 1. 自我介绍（条件和优势等）； 2. 参加意图。 Volunteers Wanted Our annual English Festival, which will be held on March 6-8, 2025, is now looking for 20 student volunteers to provide assistance for Talent Show, Drama Fete, Speech Contest, and English Debate Competition. If you are interested, please send an application at your earliest convenience to Mr. Xie at Xielaoshi@qq.com. 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请勿透露个人班级姓名等信息。 第二节 （满分15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。 My Best Examination One day while at work in a coal mine in Malden, I happened to overhear two miners talking about a great school for poor people in Virginia. It was Hampton Institute. The school was established to provide opportunities for poor but worthy students who could work out all or a part of the cost of a board, and at the same time be taught some trade or industry. I was on fire constantly with one ambition, and that was to go to school. I decided at once to go to the school. Finally the great day came and I started from Hampton. I had only a small, cheap bag that contained a few articles of clothing I could get. The distance from Malden to Hampton is about five hundred miles. I had not been away from home many hours before it began to grow painfully evident that I did not have enough money to pay my fare (路费) to Hampton. By walking and begging rides both in wagons and in the cars, in some way, after a number of days, I reached the grounds of the Hampton Institute, tired, hungry and dirty. As soon as possible after arriving, I presented myself before the head teacher for an assignment to a class. Having been so long without proper food, a bath and a change of clothing, I was like a worthless loafer (游荡者). I did not, of course, make a very favorable impression upon her, and I could see at once that there were doubts in her mind about the wisdom of admitting me as a student. I tried to impress her in all the ways I could with my worthiness. How I wished that I could get a chance to show what was in me. After some time, the head teacher said to me, “The adjoining (隔壁的) classroom needs sweeping. Take the broom and sweep it.” 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。 It occurred to me at once that here was my chance. The head teacher went into the room and inspected the floor and closets.  高二英语试题 第10页（共12页） 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $