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UNIT 1 FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS
主题语境:人与社会——节日与庆典
单元综合与提升
内容索引
回眸关键 巩固语基
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情境话题 拓展应用
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单元检测卷
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回眸关键 巩固语基
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核心单词
1.______ vi.&n. 行进;前进;示威游行
2._________ n. 典礼;仪式
3.______ n. 一系列;范围、界限
vi. 包括;(在一定范围内)变化
4.______ n. 人物;数字;身材
vt. 认为;认定
5._______ n. 收获季节;收获;收成
vi.&vt. 收割(庄稼);捕猎(动物、鱼)
6._____ n. 庄稼;作物;一季的收成
march
ceremony
range
figure
harvest
crop
7.______ vi. 聚集;集合
vt. 聚集;搜集;收割
8._______ vt. 以……为特色
n. 特色;特征;特点
9.______ n. (基督教的)教堂;礼拜堂
10.____ vi.&vt. 逐渐消失;(使)褪色;(身体)变得虚弱
11._______ adj. 典型的;有代表性的;平常的
12._______ vt. 显示;反映;反射
13.________ n. 特别的事情(或仪式、庆典);(适当的)机会
14.__________ n. 气氛;氛围;(地球的)大气(层)
gather
feature
church
fade
typical
reflect
occasion
atmosphere
15.________ n. 信封;塑料封套
16.________ n. 烟火;烟花;[pl.]烟花表演
17._________ vt. 象征;代表;相当于
18._______ n. 片刻;瞬间
19.____ n. 帐篷
20._______ n. 树枝;分支;支流
21.________ n. 婚礼;结婚庆典
22.________ adj. 令人震惊的;恐怖的;极坏的
envelope
firework
represent
moment
tent
branch
wedding
horrible
语境运用
选用单词的适当形式填空
1.We can take an active part in a wide ______ of activities after school.
2.Soldiers were _________ up and down outside the government buildings.
3.I prefer the school uniform to the traditional Chinese dress at the welcome _________ next month.
4.The festival dating back to the Ming Dynasty to celebrate the _______ in autumn is held in November every year.
5.The meeting was held in a lively ___________ where everybody felt free to share their ideas.
range
marching
ceremony
harvest
atmosphere
6.Whether their ________ ceremony will be held in the open air tomorrow depends on the weather.
7.On New Year's Eve,we set off many ________,which made the children excited.
8.She would always remember the ________ when they met.
9.It is _______ of him to set his goal high but do little,so he is always leaving things undone.
10.As for gifts,I suggest that you should choose some with New Zealand ________.
wedding
fireworks
moment
typical
features
拓展单词
1.congratulate vt.向(某人)道贺;(因某事)为自己感到自豪
→______________ n.祝贺;恭喜
2.origin n.起源;起因;出身
→original adj.原始的;最初的
→__________ adv.起初
3.religion n.宗教;宗教信仰
→_________ adj.宗教的;笃信宗教的
4.charm n.魅力;迷人的特征;咒语
→_________ adj.迷人的
congratulation
originally
religious
charming
5.joy n.高兴;喜悦
→_______ adj.高兴的;快乐的
6.gratitude n.感激之情;感谢
→________ adj.感激的;表示感谢的
7.agricultural adj.农业(劳动/生产)
→__________ n.农业;农艺
8.decorate vt.装饰;装潢
→__________ n.装饰
9.significant adj.有重大意义的;显著的
→____________ n.意义;意思;重要性;重要意义
joyful
grateful
agriculture
decoration
significance
10.belief n.信仰;信心;信任
→_______ v.相信
11.faith n.宗教信仰;信任;相信
→________ adj.忠诚的;忠实的
→faithfully adv.忠诚地;忠实地
12.pleased adj.高兴的;满意的
→________ adj.令人愉快的
13.wrestling n.摔跤运动
→wrestle vi.&vt.摔跤;奋力对付
→________ n.摔跤运动员
believe
faithful
pleasing
wrestler
14.absolutely adv.绝对地;完全地
→________ adj.绝对的;完全的
15.brief adj.简洁的;简单的;短暂的
→_______ adv.短暂地;简略地;暂时地
16.respect n.&vt.尊敬;尊重
→___________ adj.可敬的;值得尊敬的
absolute
briefly
respectable
语境运用
用所给单词的适当形式填空
1.Exceptionally dry weather over the past year had cut ___________ (agriculture) production.
2.A good command of English is __________(absolute)an advantage when you're applying for voluntary work.
3.I compared the copy with the ________(origin)painting,but there was not much difference.
4.I am ________(please)to have this chance today to talk to you about the Chinese culture.
agricultural
absolutely
original
pleased
5.Mr.Brown bought some ___________(decorate)and gifts and returned home in a hurry.
6.He often says that he doesn't believe in any ________ but meanwhile he respects others' _________ freedom.(religion)
7.①I'd like to take this opportunity to express my _________(grateful)to you for your generous help,without which I wouldn't have made such rapid progress.
②I would be very ________(gratitude)if you could reply to me as soon as possible.
decorations
religion
religious
gratitude
grateful
8.The scientists think his invention is of great ____________,because it is ___________ to cure the patients of deadly disease.(significant)
9.The headmaster wrote a letter to ____________ her on her good performance and the exciting _______________ encouraged her greatly. (congratulate)
10.I have _____ in him because he has served us __________ for many years,and I think he is a ________ and honest friend.(faith)
significance
significant
congratulate
congratulations
faith
faithfully
faithful
重点短语
1.___________ 穿上盛装;装扮
2.________ 毕竟;别忘了
3._______________ 包括从……到……之间
4.__________ 逐渐消失;(身体)变得虚弱
5.__________ 不管;尽管
6.________________ 利用;欺骗;占……的便宜
7.__________________ (兴趣、想法等方面)相同;有相同的特征
8.__________ 坦白说;坦率地说
9.______ 爆炸;走火;离开
10._________ 除……之外
11._______ 出发;动身;启程
dress(sb)up
after all
range from...to...
fade away
in spite of
take advantage of
have sth in common
to be frank
go off
except for
set off
语境运用
选用短语的适当形式填空
1.I'm going to ________________ this opportunity to learn more about the history of America.
2.Mr.Brown refused to give up smoking __________ his lung disease.
3.Since she grew older,all memories of her childhood ___________.
4.You should forgive him for his forgetfulness.________,he is already 78.
5._________ the ending,it's a really good novel.
6.Because of the heavy rain,they didn't _______ until 12 o'clock.
7.__________,the dish you cooked tasted terrible.
take advantage of
in spite of
faded away
After all
Except for
set off
To be frank
典型句式
1.“no matter+疑问词”引导状语从句
However,no matter how different they may seem,all over the world,the spirit of sharing joy,gratitude,love,or peace is common in all festivals.
2.with复合结构
Festivals are becoming more and more commercial,with businesses taking advantage of the celebrations.
3.it作形式宾语
Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones.
4.as if意为“仿佛,好像”
After singing some songs,the competitors danced onto the green field,waving their arms in the air as if they were eagles.
5.It is because...这是因为……
I heard it is because children are lighter and the horses can run faster and farther.
佳句仿写
1.每一名学生,不管他或她有多么聪明、多么努力,在学习中总会遇到困难。
_____________________________________________,every student will come across difficulties in his/her study.
2.随着期末考试的临近,我的父母不会允许我花那么多时间上网。
______________________________,my parents will not allow me to spend so much time on the Internet.
No matter how talented or hard-working he or she is
With the final exam drawing near
3.无论他在哪里,他都有早餐前散步的习惯。
No matter where he is,he ____________________________ before breakfast.
4.他继续工作,好像什么也没发生过。
He kept working __________________________.
5.这是因为年轻人现在对自己的文化更有信心了。
____________________________________________ about their own culture.
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makes it a rule to go for a walk
as if nothing had happened
It is because young people are now more confident
情境话题 拓展应用
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语法填空(文中加黑词汇为本单元的重点词汇)
There are different festivals and celebrations around the world,1._____ have a wide range of origins,such as religions,famous figures and 2.__________(significance) events.In spite of the differences,they have a lot in common.Most ancient festivals were mainly held 3.___________ (celebrate) the end of cold weather,planting in spring and agricultural harvest in autumn.The most energetic and typical festivals are the ones that look forward 4.___ the end of winter and the coming of spring,such as the Spring Festival in China.On the special 5.________(occasional)—the Lunar New Year's Eve,Chinese families will watch Spring Festival Gala together. 6.___ is also
which
significant
to celebrate
to
occasion
It
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typical of Chinese people to set off fireworks and children are absolutely 7.________ (please) to get lucky money in red envelopes 8.____________ (represent) good luck.Besides,children as well as adults will dress up in fancy clothes.With some traditions fading away,festivals are becoming more and more commercial at the moment,with businesses 9.______(take) advantage of the celebrations.Festivals reflect people's wishes,10._______ (belief),faiths and attitudes towards life.
pleased
representing
taking
beliefs
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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。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个小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.What does the woman have?
A.One elder brother.
B.Two younger sisters.
C.One younger brother.
2. What will the man do tonight?
A.Meet a friend.
B.Go to Chicago.
C.Go to a party.
3.What did the woman buy for her husband?
A.A tie.
B.A watch.
C.A suit.
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4.Where are probably the two speakers?
A.At a restaurant.
B.At home.
C.At the office.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.Their work.
B.The man's new job.
C.The man's pay.
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第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.Where will the woman be this weekend?
A.In the country.
B.At home.
C.At a meeting room.
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7. What will the man do this weekend?
A.Watch over his brother.
B.Attend a meeting.
C.Have fun outdoors.
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听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8.What is the woman suffering from?
A.A fever.
B.Serious coughs.
C.A bad headache.
9. What did the woman do the night before last night?
A.She watched a movie at home.
B.She went to bed early.
C.She went to the cinema.
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听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. How will the speakers go to the airport?
A.By taxi. B.By subway. C.By car.
11. What will the woman do tonight?
A.Decide on what to pack.
B.Prepare some cash.
C.Call her sister.
12.Why are the speakers going to Shanghai?
A.To visit the woman's sister.
B.To do sightseeing.
C.To work.
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听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13.How does the woman look now?
A.Sad. B.Excited. C.Bored.
14.What does Lisa like doing now?
A.Hanging out with the woman.
B.Making new friends in the city.
C.Spending time with her new friends.
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15.What does the woman decide to do?
A.To know Lisa's new friends.
B.To make some new friends.
C.To find a new job.
16.What is the man's attitude towards the woman's decision?
A.Disappointed.
B.Worried.
C.Supportive.
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听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. What is the man?
A.A student.
B.A teacher.
C.A radio program host.
18. How much area does Egypt cover?
A.368,662 square miles.
B.386,626 square miles.
C.386,662 square miles.
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19. How does the Nile River flow?
A.From west to east.
B.From south to north.
C.From north to south.
20. What is the text meant to?
A.To encourage people to visit Egypt.
B.To explain why Egypt is great.
C.To tell people about Egypt.
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听力材料
第一节 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一个小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
(Text 1)
W:Do you have a big family,John?
M:Yes.I have one elder brother and two younger sisters.What about you?
W:I just have one younger brother.
(Text 2)
W:Will you come to my birthday party tonight?
M:I'd like to,but I have to meet a friend from Chicago at the railway station.
W:What a pity!
(Text 3)
M:Is this watch the Christmas gift for your husband?
W:No.It's for my brother.I bought this tie for my husband.
M:It looks great.I think it matches his gray suit.
(Text 4)
M: I think it's about time we paid the bill and left.
W:What?Already?
M:So you want to sit for a bit longer?
W:I just had too much.I'd like to sit for another five minutes.
(Text 5)
W:I heard you left last month.Have you found a new job?
M:Yes.Now I don't have to work that hard.
W:What about the pay?
M:You may not believe it,but I'm paid more now.
第二节 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
(Text 6)
W:Hi,David,I'm sorry.
M:Hi,Susan,what's wrong?
W:I told you I'd go camping in the country with you this weekend.But I'm afraid I can't go.
M:Why?
W:My mother will have to go to a very important meeting this weekend.I must stay at home and take care of my brother.
M:Why not take your brother with you?
W:I don't think it's a good idea.He's just three.
M:Then we'll have to go without you.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
(Text 7)
M:Good morning.Anything wrong?
W:I've been suffering from a fever since yesterday morning.
M:Do you have any other problems?
W:I cough at times.And my head aches at times.But they're not very serious.
M:Have you taken any medicine?
W:Not yet.I went to bed early last night and thought I'd be fine today.But I didn't get better today.
M:What do you think might be the cause of the fever?
W:I went to watch a movie the night before last night.It was very cold that night,you know.
M:Yes.Let me check.It's 39 degrees.I'll give you some medicine.
W:Thanks.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
(Text 8)
M:Honey,can you stop reading the magazine for a while?I want to talk about next week's trip with you now.
W:OK,David.
M:So,we‘re leaving on Tuesday from the airport,and returning on Sunday. But how do we go to the airport?Maybe we need to book a taxi,or just go by subway.
W:No,we don't have to.My sister will take us there using her car.
M:That's great.Our flight leaves at 10 o'clock in the morning,so she should pick us up between 7:00 and 8:00 am.
W:I'll tell her about that.
M:How much money do you think we should take?
W:About 2,000 yuan in cash,I think.
M:Will that be enough?
W:Honey,people don't often pay in cash now.We can pay online or by bank card.
M:Right.So what do you think we should take with us?
W:I'll make a list tonight.Oh,I really look forward to seeing around Shanghai.
M:Me,too.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
(Text 9)
M:Why are you wearing a long face today?What's wrong?
W:I just called my friend Lisa and asked her if she wanted to have dinner with me.Can you believe what she said?She said she'd eat with her friends from work tonight.
M:I don't think she loves her friends from work.
W:She didn't love her friends from her former job.But she found a new job now.Since she started her new job,all she does is hang out with her new friends from work.
M:Why not hang out with Lisa?
W:I tried,but Lisa didn't seem to like it.
M:Really?You two used to do everything together.
W:Well,things have changed.Maybe she no longer needs me as a friend.
M:She's probably just too excited about her new job.Just give her more time.I'm sure you'll be great friends again.
W:Thanks,but I'm really over it now.I think I also should make some new friends.I'll feel better if I have some new friends,too.
M:That sounds like a good idea.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
(Text 10)
M:Good morning,my dear classmates.Now I'd like to tell you something about my mother country—Egypt.
Altogether Egypt covers an area of 386,662 square miles:Its capital is Cairo.The major river in the country is the Nile River.
Without the Nile River,all of Egypt would be desert.Only about an inch of rain falls throughout Egypt each year.But each summer,the river rises because of the rains.
Egypt is often divided into two parts:Upper Egypt in the south and Lower Egypt in the north.The parts are named this way because the Nile flows from south to north.The river ends in the Mediterranean Sea.
The population of the country is about ninety-two million.The population is growing fast now.
Egypt is home to many different kinds of animals and plants.The best places to see Egypt's wildlife are in its more than 20 protected areas.
That's all about my country today.Thank you for listening.
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。
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(2025·甘肃省白银市高一检测)
The 4 Best Traditional Festivals to Experience in Spain San Fermín
The first official celebration of San Fermín took place in 1591.San Fermín is a larger local festival,taking place in the northern city of Pamplona for a week in early July.The bull runs are part of the festival.Each morning throughout the festival,participants and bulls take to the streets in an exciting race to the bull ring,where a bullfight will take place later in the day.
Tomatina Tomato Fight
It's said that the festival started in 1945.Every year,on the last Wednesday in August,thousands of people come to the streets of the tiny town of Buñol to take part in the world's biggest tomato fight.Participants must buy a ticket,which includes travel to Buñol from one of several larger cities in order to participate.
Christmas
You may think of European wintertime magic,charming Christmas markets and holiday lights twinkling throughout the streets.However,Spain's pleasant Mediterranean climate and plentiful sunshine make it a much better choice compared with colder places around the same time of year.Spanish families typically get together for a long,hearty dinner on Christmas Eve,with plenty of after-dinner drinks and conversation for hours.
Semana Grande
Semana Grande is one of the most important traditional festivals in northern Spain.This large festival takes place every August in one of the region's largest cities,Bilbao.Two main attractions are the giant puppets parade and a variety of concerts,with performances ranging from rock and pop to classical and jazz.
语篇解读 本文是一篇应用文,主要介绍了西班牙的四个传统节日,讲述了它们的庆祝方式和特点。
细节理解题。根据San Fermín部分中的“San Fermín is a larger local festival...for a week in early July.”及“Each morning...later in the day.”可知,游客可以在Pamplona观看斗牛比赛。故选A。
21.In which place can visitors watch bullfight?
A.Pamplona. B.Buñol.
C.Valencia. D.Bilbao.
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细节理解题。根据Christmas部分中的“However,Spain's pleasant Mediterranean climate...the same time of year.”可知,西班牙宜人的地中海气候和充足的阳光使那里的圣诞节很特别。故选D。
22.What makes Christmas in Spain so special?
A.Cold winter. B.Flashing lights.
C.Attractive markets. D.Pleasant climate.
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细节理解题。根据Tomatina Tomato Fight部分中的“Every year,on the last Wednesday in August”和Semana Grande部分中的“This large festival takes place every August in one of the region's largest cities,Bilbao.”可知,这两个节日的共同之处是,它们都在同一个月份举办。故选B。
23.What do Tomatina Tomato Fight and Semana Grande have in common?
A.They are open and free.
B.They share the same month.
C.They are about food fight.
D.They have various concerts.
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(2025·广东省佛山市高一检测)
I had no idea that the Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) existed (存在) until I went to the University of Colorado (CU) Boulder club fair with my best friend in September.There was a stand that was run to find volunteers for the festival in the spring,and I signed up.I wasn't quite passionate (狂热的) about films but just wanted to do some volunteer work.
The first volunteer shift I had was before the festival started,and I got to organize all of the passes needed for the festival,including those of all the volunteers,sponsors,filmmakers,and VIP members.I even managed to get a picture of myself and Alec Baldwin's pass.
During the festival,I worked as a vaccine (疫苗) checker,checking people's vaccination cards and giving out wristbands since BIFF required everyone to be vaccinated to enter the many halls.This job wasn't terrible,except for the fact that we were outside most of the time and it was snowing.By the end,I could hardly feel my feet,but I kept in high spirits.
After finishing my volunteer work,I was able to see a few films for free.Besides some short films,I really enjoyed “The Last Mountain”,a documentary about the life and death on a mountain in 2019 of the British climber,Tom Ballard,and the mountaineering history of his family.While I was crying throughout most of the movie,it was an inspiring story about love and passion.
I really enjoyed my time at BIFF.It was well-organized and everyone working for the festival was passionate about making it a great experience for everyone alike.Next year,I hope to invite some of my friends to volunteer with me,or at least encourage them to watch a couple of amazing films!
语篇解读 这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述作者在博尔德国际电影节(BIFF)做志愿者的经历。
细节理解题。由文章第一段“I had no idea...do some volunteer work.”可知,作者在科罗拉多大学博尔德分校俱乐部博览会上了解了BIFF。故选B项。
24.Where did the author find out about BIFF?
A.At a volunteer event he had attended.
B.At the CU Boulder club fair.
C.From a volunteer of BIFF.
D.From his best friend.
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细节理解题。由文章第三段“During the festival...to enter the many halls.”可知,作者在电影节期间确保所有参加电影节的人都接种了疫苗。故选D项。
25.What volunteer work did the author do during the festival?
A.He guided people to different places at the festival.
B.He made wristbands for people who asked for them.
C.He gave out passes to filmmakers and VIP members.
D.He made sure everyone attending the festival was vaccinated.
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推理判断题。由文章第四段“Besides some short films...and the mountaineering history of his family.”可知,这部电影记录了英国登山者汤姆·巴拉德在山上的生死,所以是一个悲伤的故事。故选C项。
26.What can we learn about the film “The Last Mountain”?
A.It is about a wealthy British family.
B.It is difficult to understand.
C.It is a sad story.
D.It is really short.
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写作目的题。由文章第一段“...I wasn't quite passionate about films but just wanted to do some volunteer work.”以及后文可知,文章主要讲述作者在博尔德国际电影节(BIFF)做志愿者的经历。因此推断文章的目的是共享在电影节上的经历。故选B项。
27.What is the author's purpose in writing this text?
A.To introduce a special film festival.
B.To share his experiences at a film festival.
C.To show how he developed an interest in films.
D.To discuss the benefits of volunteering at film festivals.
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C
(2025·河南省洛阳市高一期中)
Different cultures have various festivals,but the joy and eagerness are the same.For us adults,celebrations are a way of taking a break from heavy work,reliving past memories,and keeping traditions alive,but what about children?
Well,for our kids,this is the perfect time to learn and enrich their lives with knowledge.At festivals,I remember,I introduced the value and importance of personal connections and cultural treasure to my kids while they were having fun.Child experts strongly suggest that parents tell their kids various rituals (仪式) of the festivals and have them join in celebratory activities.
I think every festival has a rich backstory,and every story has plenty of lessons and values to teach.Besides,historical and geographical background connected with festivals give reasons why we celebrate festivals with specific rituals.
Kids need to have a deep-rooted understanding of the identity (身份) of their culture and traditions.Because this not only helps in developing a positive sense of identity but also pushes kids to connect with their cultures through rituals,native decorations,food,etc.,to keep continuity over generations. Thus,parents should make kids a central part of all festivals.
It is no secret that gifts bring joy and excitement to children.Every time I give gifts to my kids,I find the gifts excite their senses and make them feel valued.I must make my kids believe that their families care about their interests and desires.Thus,gifting is a meaningful way to express feelings to kids. What's more,the act of giving and receiving gifts helps develop feelings of care and kindness.
语篇解读 这是一篇说明文。本文主要讲述了节日对于孩子们的重要意义,孩子们在节日中可以学到什么,并对给孩子们过节日提供了建议。
细节理解题。由第二段中的“Well,for our kids...with knowledge.”可知,节日对孩子们意味着增加知识的机会。故选B项。
28.What do festivals mean for children?
A.A perfect time to have a rest.
B.A chance to increase knowledge.
C.A memory of their old days.
D.An effort to protect traditions.
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推理判断题。由第四段中的“Kids need to have...a central part of all festivals.”可知,让孩子成为节日的中心是为了帮助他们了解自己的文化身份,知道自己是谁。故选C项。
29.Why should kids be “a central part of all festivals”?
A.They enjoy festival backstories.
B.They love history and geography.
C.They must know who they are.
D.They can bring much happiness.
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推理判断题。由全文内容(多次提到parents),第二段中的“Well,for our kids...with knowledge.”和最后一段中的“It is no secret that gifts bring joy and excitement to children.”可知,本文意在指导父母如何通过节日教育孩子,因此目标读者是父母,故选D项。
30.Who are the intended readers of the text?
A.Kids. B.Teachers.
C.Headmasters. D.Parents.
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标题归纳题。通读全文可知,本文主要讲述了节日对于孩子们的重要意义,孩子们在节日中可以学到什么,并对给孩子们过节日提供了建议,A项“节日在孩子生活中的重要性”适合作标题。故选A项。
31.What is a suitable title of the passage?
A.Importance of Festivals in Kids' Life
B.Parents' Role in Celebrating Festivals
C.Benefits of Festival Rituals to Kids
D.Principles of Kids' Love for Festivals
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D
(2025·云南省曲靖市高一检测)
Do you hope that this year will be the year in which you can achieve higher scores,eat healthier,go to bed earlier,or simply delve into other self-improvements? In China,Spring Festival is a time to get together with family and express your best wishes for the New Year.In Western countries,however,these kinds of New Year's resolutions (决心) are usually made before New Year's Eve.
According to the Statistics Brain Research Institute,about 58 percent of US people make these resolutions,but only 9.2 percent of people say they are successful in achieving their resolutions by the end of the year.Why do people fail to maintain their resolutions throughout the year?
We all know that controlling our desires when faced with temptation and holding back our hunger for immediate results can help us exercise our willpower and allow us to achieve our goals.But we often give in to our immediate desires because we have poor self-control.We imagine self-control to be like a resistance band,holding us back from desserts,holding us back from playing video games and finally holding us back from happiness.
Adding to this,we often face emotional situations that can lead to stress. We feel stressed at school and use binge eating to gain a feeling of satisfaction in our stomach as a solution to the stress.We find it difficult to improve our studies and decide to ignore our books and try to have fun.We give up on willpower because it makes us miserable (悲惨的).
Yet if we are able to strengthen our self-control and willpower,it is very likely that we will achieve our goals.Let's take some time to reflect on our emotional well-being and resolutions.We should be grateful about what we have now instead of what we want.We should be patient with ourselves and be proud of all our achievements,no matter how tiny they are.Achieving our goals is not a race or competition; it is a step toward being the best person that we can be.Let's make this year a celebration of “us”.
语篇解读 本文是一篇说明文,围绕新年决心这一主题,探讨了人们制定新年决心却难以坚持的原因,并提出了增强自控力和意志力、反思情绪健康和决心等建议,鼓励读者实现自我提升。
32.Why does the author mention the difference between China and western countries?
A.To show that people of these places are totally different.
B.To show that most people will make some decisions for a new year.
C.To show that there are indeed some cultural differences among countries.
D.To show that people from around the world are the same at every aspect.
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推理判断题。根据文章第一段“In China...before New Year's Eve.”可知,文章首段提到在中国,春节是与家人团聚、表达新年祝愿的时刻,而在西方国家,新年决心通常是在新年前夕之前做出的,这是为了引出下文关于新年决心的讨论。故选B。
推理判断题。根据文章第二段“According to the Statistics Brain Research Institute...by the end of the year.”可知,第二段通过列举数据来支持论点,表明人们很难坚持新年决心直到年底。故选C。
33.How is the second paragraph organized?
A.By listing facts.
B.By doing comparison.
C.By listing data.
D.By telling stories.
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词义猜测题。根据画线单词下文“to gain a feeling of satisfaction in our stomach as a solution to the stress”可推测,“binge eating”指的是“狂吃,暴食”。选项D“这种饮食方式是人们会吃超过身体所需食物的方式”与此相符。故选D。
34.What's the possible meaning of underlined words?
A.A way of eating which will make us slim.
B.An eating habit which is healthy for all.
C.A real treatment for people who feel hungry.
D.A style of eating where people will eat too much food than their bodies need.
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推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Yet if we are able to strengthen our self-control and willpower,it is very likely that we will achieve our goals.”以及全文内容可知,作者认为意志力的提高是实现目标的关键。故选A。
35.What's the purpose of the author in this passage?
A.To tell us the improvement of willpower is the key to achieving our goals.
B.To do a comparison between strong willpower and weak willpower.
C.To tell readers to cherish what we have now.
D.To give people a test about the ability to control themselves.
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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。
(2025·北京东城区高一检测)
Festivals are a part of our culture.We have grown up around them and have embraced them as a part of our lives. 36 Festivals to them mean decorations,sweets,gifts,games and lots of other celebrations.However,there are a lot of things that children can learn from celebrating festivals.
Festivals are celebrated with people. 37 This teaches children the importance of community and the joys of working together.When kids take part in preparations for a festival,they make a place for themselves in this community of people.
Festivals also mean that the entire family can be together and celebrate something they believe in.Kids and parents find time to help each other to decorate their house,prepare delicacies,make gifts,etc. 38 Kids are also able to spend time and bond with their grandparents,cousins,and other relatives.
Festivals also mean gift-giving and sharing.The exchange of gifts teaches children to share joys during festivals. 39 Children learn to share and care for others who may not be able to celebrate festivals without their help.This teaches them the importance of generosity and humbleness.They also learn to be thankful for what they have and receive.
40 A child can be taught more about their culture and their country during festivals and celebrations.This teaches them about their roots in the world and makes them proud of their country and culture.It is during festivals that stories of the past come forward to teach children about the past and help them understand the importance of celebration through generations.
A.Festivals have much more to offer to the people.
B.Festivals are a great way to understand one's culture.
C.This allows children to form a stronger bond with their family.
D.Children are particularly the ones who enjoy festivals more than adults.
E.On these days people from all walks of life come together to celebrate life.
F.Children share sweets and gifts with relatives and friends to spread the joy of celebrations.
G.Celebrations always involve people coming together and helping each other to have a good time.
语篇解读 这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了节日对人们来说的重要意义。
根据后文可知,节日可以为孩子们提供更多的东西。故D选项“尤其是孩子们,他们比成年人更享受节日”符合语境,故选D。
Festivals are a part of our culture.We have grown up around them and have embraced them as a part of our lives.__________________________________
_________________________________ Festivals to them mean decorations,sweets,gifts,games and lots of other celebrations.However,there are a lot of things that children can learn from celebrating festivals.
D.Children are particularly the ones who enjoy festivals more than adults.
Festivals are celebrated with people._______________________________
__________________________________________________________ This teaches children the importance of community and the joys of working together.When kids take part in preparations for a festival,they make a place for themselves in this community of people.
G.Celebrations always involve people coming together and helping each other to have a good time.
根据上、下文可知,本句承接上文,继续说明节日和人们一起庆祝的意义。故G选项“庆祝活动总是让人们聚在一起,互相帮助,度过一段美好的时光”符合语境,故选G。
Festivals also mean that the entire family can be together and celebrate something they believe in.Kids and parents find time to help each other to decorate their house,prepare delicacies,make gifts,etc.________________
___________________________________________ Kids are also able to spend time and bond with their grandparents,cousins,and other relatives.
C.This allows children to form a stronger bond with their family.
上文提到了节日可以让父母和孩子多在一起,故本句承接上文说明可以巩固联系。故C选项“这可以让孩子与家人建立更牢固的联系”符合语境,故选C。
Festivals also mean gift-giving and sharing.The exchange of gifts teaches children to share joys during festivals._________________________________ ____________________________________________________Children learn to share and care for others who may not be able to celebrate festivals without their help.This teaches them the importance of generosity and humbleness.They also learn to be thankful for what they have and receive.
F.Children share sweets and gifts with relatives and friends to spread the joy of celebrations.
本段的主旨是节日意味着分享,F选项中share对应上文sharing。故F选项“孩子们与亲朋好友分享糖果和礼物,以传播庆祝活动的喜悦”符合语境,故选F。
本段的主旨是节日可以帮助了解国家的文化。故B选项“节日是了解一个国家文化的好方法”符合语境,故选B。
________________________________________________ A child can be taught more about their culture and their country during festivals and celebrations. This teaches them about their roots in the world and makes them proud of their country and culture.It is during festivals that stories of the past come forward to teach children about the past and help them understand the importance of celebration through generations.
B.Festivals are a great way to understand one's culture.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
(2025·山东省临沂市高一期中)
I've always wanted to attend a music festival.But as a person with autism (自闭症),the 41 of being forced into a loud group of thousands of people has always 42 me.For years I avoided them. 43 ,after gradually developing an attitude of trying new things,I decided to go to this year's Reading Festival with my 44 .
We arrived at the festival last Thursday afternoon only to be faced with a(n) 45 check-in line.Thankfully,we could skip it and enter at a welcome 46 for disabled guests.Soon a warm-hearted volunteer 47 us to a camping area for the disabled.Noticing me struggling with my 48 ,he kindly offered to carry them.He even offered to help me put up my tent.I 49 with a grateful smile,saying my friend was 50 to offer much needed help.
The next afternoon,volunteers guided us to a disabled viewing stand.It was a(n) 51 atmosphere with a sea of people from around the world dancing and singing along to their favorite 52 ,who all gave excellent performances.
I was surprised to see how the power of music could 53 people from different ages,backgrounds,and cultures. 54 soon became friends because we all had a shared language — music.
All in all,I 55 my first music festival,which opened my eyes to a whole new world.I greatly respect the volunteers who gave up their time to help disabled people.
语篇解读 本文是一篇记叙文。文章通过叙述作者作为自闭症患者,首次参加音乐节的经历,展示了作者的情感变化、与他人的互动以及对音乐节氛围的感受。
根据上文“But as a person with autism”以及常理可知,置身于成千上万人的喧闹群体中总是让作者感到害怕。故选C项。
41.A.warning B.thought
C.experience D.embarrassment
42.A.excited B.disappointed
C.frightened D.inspired
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根据上文“I've always wanted to attend a music festival.”可知,作者想去音乐节只是一个想法。故选B项。
43.A.Therefore B.Nowadays
C.Instead D.However
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根据上文“For years I avoided them”以及下文“after gradually developing an attitude of trying new things,I decided to go to this year's Reading Festival with my .”可知,上下文之间存在转折关系。故选D项。
根据下文“Thankfully,we could skip it and enter at a welcome for disabled guests”可判断,报到处的队伍非常长,也就是无止境的人在排队。故选A项。
44.A.relative B.band
C.parent D.friend
45.A.endless B.unusual
C.striking D.horrible
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根据下文“I with a grateful smile,saying my friend was to offer much needed help.”可知,作者是和朋友一起参加了音乐节。故选D项。
46.A.ceremony B.point
C.atmosphere D.branch
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根据上文“Thankfully”以及下文“Soon a warm-hearted volunteer us to a camping area for the disabled.”可知,作者是从专门为残疾人准备的欢迎点进入了音乐会所在地。故选B项。
47.A.treated B.introduced
C.directed D.arranged
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根据空后的“to a camping area for the disabled”可知,这位志愿者是将作者带到了残疾人露营区。下一段中“volunteers guided us to a disabled viewing stand”的guided也是提示,与此处directed同义。故选C项。
根据下文“saying my friend was to offer much needed help”可知,作者说自己的朋友可以帮忙,所以是拒绝了志愿者的好意。故选B项。
48.A.bags B.performances
C.diseases D.feelings
49.A.continued B.refused
C.escaped D.stopped
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根据下文“he kindly offered to carry them”可推测,空处的东西比较重,作者拿着很费力,所以志愿者提出为作者拿。故选A项。
50.A.on hand B.in charge
C.ready D.willing
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根据上文可知,作者拒绝了志愿者的好意,由此可判断,作者的意思是朋友在旁可随时提供帮助。考查短语:be on hand to do,意为“随时做某事”,符合句意。故选A项。
根据空后的定语从句“who all gave excellent performances”可推测,这些表演的人是艺术家。故选B项。
51.A.reasonable B.informal
C.lively D.hopeful
52.A.hosts B.artists
C.workers D.volunteers
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根据下文“with a sea of people from around the world dancing and singing along to their favorite ,who all gave excellent performances.”可知,现场气氛非常热烈,有很多人一起载歌载舞。故选C项。
53.A.understand B.improve
C.control D.move
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根据上文“It was a(n) atmosphere with a sea of people from around the world dancing and singing along to their favorite ,who all gave excellent performances.”以及下文“ soon became friends because we all had a shared language—music.”可知,音乐可以打破年龄、背景和文化的禁锢,从而打动所有的人。故选D项。
根据下文“which opened my eyes to a whole new world.”可知,作者很喜欢也很享受这次音乐节。故选C项。
54.A.Foreigners B.Enemies
C.Neighbors D.Strangers
55.A.remembered B.confirmed
C.enjoyed D.missed
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根据上文可知,音乐可以打动所有人,即便是陌生人也能成为朋友。故选D项。
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。
(2025·安徽省马鞍山市高一期末)
The more water people splash (泼洒) on you,the luckier and happier your life will be.That's the positive message from the Water Sprinkling Festival (泼水节) in Xishuangbanna,in Southwest China's Yunnan Province,56.______ has become a strong drive for tourism growth.
which
Melissa Baidak,from Russia,was 57._________ (shock) at first when people surrounded her and splashed water,but then she joined in it 58._______ (merry) and had a good time.“The happiness reminds me 59._________ my childhood,” she said.“The most 60.___________ (impress) activities were flying the Kongming lanterns at night and splashing water on other people.It was amazing and romantic 61._____ (see) so many lanterns floating in the air,like twinkling stars,” she said.
The Water Sprinkling Festival 62.___ (be) one of the most important festivals for the Dai people who recognize the festival as the new year and organize 63._________ (variety) of activities like splashing water,releasing Kongming lanterns and dragon boat races.
shocked
merrily
of/about
impressive
to see
is
varieties
Htike Lwin Ko,64.__ 37-year-old tourist from Myanmar,says his home country also celebrates the Water Sprinkling Festival,which usually lasts four days,and people 65.___________ (allow) a 10-day break.“We have some customs similar to Xishuangbanna,like releasing Kongming lanterns,” he said.
Zhu Jiawei,the prefecture's Party secretary,said the government will take advantage of folk cultures and the prefecture's good environment to develop cross-border,educational and eco-friendly tourism.
语篇解读 这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国西南部云南省西双版纳泼水节的特点以及游客的感受。
a
are allowed
考查形容词。主语为Melissa Baidak,作表语应用形容词shocked,故填shocked。
56.答案:which
57.答案:shocked
考查定语从句。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词Water Sprinkling Festival,在从句作主语,指物,故填which。
考查介词。短语remind sb of/ about表示“让某人想起”。故填of/ about。
58.答案:merrily
59.答案:of/about
考查副词。修饰动词短语join in应用副词merrily,故填merrily。
考查非谓语动词。此处为句型it be adj.to do sth,不定式作真正主语。故填to see。
60.答案:impressive
61.答案:to see
考查形容词。修饰名词activities应用形容词impressive,作定语。故填impressive。
考查名词复数。短语varieties of表示“各种各样的”。故填varieties。
62.答案:is
63.答案:varieties
考查时态。陈述事实用一般现在时,主语为The Water Sprinkling Festival,谓语用单数。故填is。
64.答案:a
65.答案:are allowed
考查冠词。tourist为泛指,且37-year-old是发音以辅音音素开头的单词。故填a。
考查时态、语态和主谓一致。主语people与谓语构成被动关系,根据上文“his home country also celebrates the Water Sprinkling Festival,which usually lasts four days”可知,为一般现在时的被动语态,谓语用复数。故填are allowed。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
(2025·广东省肇庆市高一检测)
假定你是李华,你校英语报正在举办一场主题为“My Favorite Festival Custom”的征文活动,请你写一篇短文投稿,内容包括:
1.最喜欢的节日习俗;
2.简介该习俗;
3.喜欢的原因。
注意:1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.请按如下格式作答。
My Favorite Festival Custom
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
When it comes to my favorite festival custom,the Lantern Festival holds a special place in my heart with no doubt due to the fun and engaging tradition of guessing lantern riddles.
During the Lantern Festival,lanterns are usually decorated with riddles written on colorful strips of paper.And people gather around,trying to solve these clever puzzles.It is a great way to exercise our minds and encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Additionally,it promotes social interaction and friendly competition among friends and family.It's a joyous atmosphere filled with laughter and excitement as we try to crack the riddles and share our answers.
第二节(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。
(2025·四川省宜宾市高一期末)
Mark,an 8-year-old boy from Denver,had a facial burn accident at 3 when he knocked over a kettle.After many surgeries (手术),he was taught at home by his mother until his parents sent him to a private school as he neared second grade.
Mark had scars on his cheeks and feared to be laughed at,yet his parents encouraged him to face challenges bravely.
On starting school,he faced refusals from his schoolmates because of his scarred face.However,a girl named Angel befriended him on his first day,helping him through the hardship.They developed a close friendship,taking part in cheerful conversations and sharing their interests.
Mark's strong learning skills and kindness quickly earned him popularity among his schoolmates.His science skills made him a go-to person for study-related topics,and he was always eager to help.
Halloween activities took place on campus with classrooms decorated for the festival.Students,including Mark,were dressed in Grimace clothes.Mark overheard Joe criticizing (批评) his appearance,which saddened him deeply.He left helplessly.Angel saw what happened,but it was too late to stop it.As Mark's best friend at school,Angel thought Mark was a good boy who should be treated kindly.
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After a second thought,Angel walked up to Joe.____________________
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“Do you realize how hurtful your words were?” she asked with a steady voice.Angel reminded him of the times Mark had patiently helped him with science questions and how his kindness had brought everyone closer.Joe,listening to Angel,began to regret his harsh words.He hadn't realized the impact until it was pointed out.Angel's words made him reflect on his behavior and consider the kindness Mark had shown so often.
Joe decided to make an apology to Mark._________________________
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He found Mark sitting alone outside,his face downcast.Approaching him cautiously,Joe said,“I'm really sorry for what I said.It was thoughtless and wrong.” Mark looked up,surprised but relieved,as Joe continued,“You've always been a great friend,and I didn't mean to hurt you.” Mark accepted the apology with a warm smile.The moment eased Joe's guilt,and they returned to the celebration,both feeling uplifted by the power of friendship and forgiveness.
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$Unit one festivals and celebrations. 第一部分听力。第一节听下面5段对话,每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的ABC3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个小题,每段对话仅读一遍。Text one, do you have a big family? John, yes, I have . one elder brother and two Younger sisters. What about you? I just have one Younger brother. Text two, will you come to my birthday party tonight? I'd like to, but I have to meet a friend from chicago at the railway station. What a pity. Text three is this watch the Christmas kit for your husband? No, it's for my brother. I bought this tie for my husband. IT looks great. I think IT matches his gray suit. Text for I think it's about time we paid the bill and left what already. So you want . to sit for a bit longer? I just had too much. I'd like to sit for another five minutes. Text five, I heard you left last month. Have you found a new job? Yes. now I don't have to work that hard. What about the pay? You may not believe IT, but I paid more now. 第二节,听下面五段对话或独白。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。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟。听完后各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间,每段对话或独白读两遍。听第六段材料,回答第六、七题。Texes, hi David, i'm sorry. Hi Susan. what's wrong? I told you i'd . go camping in the country with you this weekend, but i'm afraid I can't go. why? My mother will . have to go to a very important meeting this weekend. I must stay at home and take care of my brother. Why not take your brother with you? I don't think it's a good idea. He's just three. Then we'll have to go without you. Hi David, i'm sorry. Hi Susan. what's wrong? I told you i'd go camping in the country with you this weekend, but i'm afraid I can't go. Why my mother . will have to go to a very important meeting this weekend. I must stay at home and take care of my brother. Why not take your brother with you? I don't think it's a good idea. He's just three. then we'll have to go without you. 听第七段材料,回答第八、九题。Tech seven, good morning. And anything wrong? I've been suffering . from a favor since yesterday morning. Do you have any other problems? I call at times and my head aches at times, but they are not very serious. Have you taken any medicine? Not yet. I went to bed early last night and thought i'd be fine today, but I didn't get Better today. What do you think might be the cause of the fever? I went to watch a movie the night before last night. I was very cold that night. You know, let me check. It's thirty nine degrees. I'll give you some medicine. thanks. Good morning. Anything wrong? I've been suffering from a favor since yesterday morning. Do you have any other problems? I call at times and my head eggs at times, but they're not very serious. Have you taken any medicine? Not yet. I went to bed early last night and thought i'd be fine today, but I didn't get Better today. What do you think might be the cause of the fever? I went to watch a movie the night before last night. I was very cold that night. You know, let me check, it's thirty nine degrees. I'll give you some medicine. thanks. 听第八段材料,回答第10至12题。Texted, honey, can you stop reading the magazine for a while? I want to talk about next week trick with you now. Okay, David. So we're leaving on tuesday from the airport and returning on sunday. But how do we go to the airport? Maybe we need to book a taxi or just go by subway. now. We don't have to. My sister will take us there using her car. That's great. Our flight leaves at ten o'clock in the morning, so we should pick us up between seven o'clock and eight o'clock. A, M. I'll tell her about that. How much money do you think we . should take about two thousand UN. In cash. I think. Will that be enough? honey? People don't often pay in cash now. We can pay online or buy bank card. right? So what do you think we should take with us? I'll make a list tonight. Oh, I really look forward to seeing around shanghai. Me too. Honey, can you stop reading the magazine for a while? I want to talk about next week trip with you now. Okay, David. So we're leaving on tuesday from the airport and returning on sunday. But how do we go to the airport? Maybe we need to book a taxi or just go by subway. Now we don't have to. My sister will take us there using her car. That's great. Our flight leaves at ten o'clock in the morning, so we should pick us up between seven o'clock and eight o'clock. A, M, i'll tell her about that. How much money do you think we should . take about two thousand U. N. In cash. I think. Will that be enough? honey? People don't often pay in cash now. We can pay online or by bank card. right? So what do you think we should . take with us? I'll make a list tonight. Oh, I really look forward to seeing around shanghai. Me too. 听第九段材料,回答第13至16题。Text nine, why are you wearing a long face today? What's wrong? I just called . my friend lisa and asked her if he wanted to have dinner with me. Can you believe what he said? He said he d eat with her friends from work tonight. I don't . think he loves her friends from work. SHE didn't love her friends from her former job, but SHE found a new job now. Since he started her new job, all he does is hang out with her new friends from work. Why not hang out with lisa? I tried, but lisa didn't seem to like IT really. You too used to do everything together. Well. things have changed. Maybe he no longer needs me as a friend. She's probably just too excited about her new job. Just give her more time. I'm sure you'll be great friends again. thanks. But really over IT now, I think I also should make some new friends. I'll feel Better if I have some new friends too. That sounds like a good idea. Why are you wearing . a long face today? What's wrong? I just called . my friend lisa and asked her if he wanted to have dinner with me. Can you believe what he said? He said he d eat with her friends from work tonight. I don't . think he loves her friends from work. SHE didn't love her friends from her former job, but SHE found a new job now. Since he started her new job, all he does is hanging out with her new friends from where? Why not hang out with lisa? I tried, but lisa didn't seem to like IT. Really, you too used to do everything together. Well, things have changed. Maybe SHE no longer needs me as a friend. She's probably just too excited about her new job. Just give her more time. I'm sure you'll be great friends again. Thanks, but i'm really over IT now. I think I also should make some new friends. I'll feel Better if I have some new . friends too. That sounds like a good idea. 听第十段材料,回答第17至20题。Tex, ten. Good morning, my dear classmates. Now i'd like to tell you something about my mother country, egypt. Altogether, egypt covers an area of three hundred eighty six thousand six hundred sixty two square miles. Its capital is caro. The major river in the country is the nile river. Without the nile river, all of egypt would be desert. Only about an inch of rain falls throughout egypt each year, but each summer the river rises. Because of the rains, egypt is often divided into two parts, upper egypt in the south and lower egypt in the north. The parts are named this way because the nile flows from south to north. The river ends in the medicine and see the population of the country is about ninety two million. The population is growing fast. Now egyptians, home to many different kinds of animals and plants, the best places to see egypt's wildlife are in its more than twenty protected areas. That's all about my country today. Thank you for listening. Good morning. And in my dear classmates now, i'd like to tell you something about my mother country, egypt. Altogether, egypt covers an area of three hundred eighty six thousand, six hundred sixty two square miles. Its capital is caro. The major river in the country is the nile river. Without the nile river, all of egypt would be desert. Only about an inch of rain falls throughout egypt each year. But each summer, the river rises because of the rains. Egypt is often divided into two parts, upper egypt in the south and lower egypt in the north. The parts are named this way because the nile flows from south to north. The river ends in the medicine and see the population of the country is about ninety two million. The population is growing fast. now. Egyptians, home to many different kinds of animals and plants, the best places to see egypt's wildlife are in its more than twenty protected areas. That's all about my country today. Thank you . for listening.