Unit 3 The way we are（单元自测·基础卷）英语沪教版必修第三册

Unit 3 The way we are单元自测·基础卷 （考试时间：90分钟 试卷满分：115分） 注意事项： 1．本试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分。答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 2．回答第Ⅰ卷时，选出每小题答案后，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，再选涂其他答案标号。写在本试卷上无效。 3．回答第Ⅱ卷时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 4．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 I. Grammar and Vocabulary （每题1分；共20分） Section A Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank. How sneaker culture took over the world Sneakers have come a long way from when they were first invented in 1860s England for the upper-class playing croquet (槌球) and tennis. Long worn for function 1 fashion, today sneakers have become an entire culture—both a form of self-expression and a high art found in museum exhibits and designer auction houses. 2 transformed sneaker culture into a true phenomenon was the 1985 release of Nike’s Air Jordan 1s. In 1984, Michael Jordan was a talented rookie who had yet to play in a professional game. 3 that, Nike saw Jordan as the future of their brand, signing him to a five-year, $2.5 million endorsement (代言) deal. 4 Jordan matured into one of the greatest basketball players of all time, the sneaker’s popularity skyrocketed. Meanwhile, another cultural shift 5 (take) place with casual Fridays introduced in white-collar businesses. It was when men were allowed to put aside their suits and wear something one day a week that showed people who they really were. As sneakers became increasingly desired, footwear companies turned to 6 (generate) even more publicity by collaborating with celebrities and luxury brands, as well as releasing small batches of limited-edition shoes with eye-pop ping designs. Celebrities also started their collaborations with sneaker brands, which helped target a whole new demographic of people to experience sneaker culture. It was a blending of high and low fashion, 7 the shoe industry has never really seen before. A pair that Jordan wore in his legendary final NBA season 8 (sell) even for $2.2 mllion, making them the most expensive sneakers ever to appear at auction. By the mid-2010s, speakers 9 (become) solid gold status symbols. Wearing rare and cool sneakers became an expression of one’s social status. But not until recently, sneakers are finally getting their due as part of our cultural heritage—and particularly how Black culture has shaped that heritage. It took decades for the sneaker industry to recognize that 10 these Black athletes or artists that championed their products, there would be no sneaker culture. 【答案】 1．rather than/instead of 2．What 3．Despite 4．As 5．was taking 6．generating 7．which 8．was sold/sold 9．had become 10．without 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是运动鞋文化是如何风靡全球的。 1．考查固定短语。句意：长期以来，人们穿着运动鞋是为了功能而不是时尚，如今，运动鞋已经成为一种完整的文化——既是一种自我表达的形式，也是博物馆展品和设计师拍卖行的高级艺术。结合句意可知，空前的functions与空后的fashion之间为表示转折关系，所以此处表示“而不是”应为rather than或者instead of。故填rather than/instead of。 2．考查主语从句。句意：使运动鞋文化真正成为一种现象的是1985年耐克发布的飞人乔丹1s。此空位连接词引导的主语从句，从句中缺少主语，结合句意，此处表示的是事情，所以使用what，位于句首，首字母需大写。故填What。 3．考查介词。句意：尽管如此，耐克还是将乔丹视为他们品牌的未来，与他签下了一份5年250万美元的代言合同。结合句意可知，此空所在的句子与上文之间为内容为让步关系，空后为名词，所以此处应为介词，表示“尽管”应为despite，且位于句首，首字母需大写。故填Despite。 4．考查状语从句。句意：随着乔丹成长为有史以来最伟大的篮球运动员之一，这款球鞋的受欢迎程度直线上升。结合句意可知，此处应为连词引导的时间状语从句，表示“随着”应为连词as，且位于句首，首字母需大写。故填As。 5．考查谓语动词。句意：与此同时，另一种文化转变正在发生，白领企业引入了星期五便装日。此空为谓语动词，根据句意和空间的时间状语meanwhile以及下文中的“with casual Fridays introduced in white-collar businesses”可知，此处表示的是动作正在进行，且全文讲述的是运动鞋文化的历史，应发生在过去，所以此处使用过去进行时，且主语another cultural shift为单数形式。故填was taking。 6．考查动名词。句意：随着人们对运动鞋的需求越来越大，鞋类公司开始与名人和奢侈品牌合作，并推出小批量的限量版运动鞋，这些鞋子的设计令人瞠目。此空为非谓语动词作宾语，根据turn to意为“转向”符合句意，且to为介词，所以此处使用动名词形式作宾语。故填generating。 7．考查定语从句。句意：这是一种高级和低级时尚的融合，这是鞋业以前从未见过的。此空为关系词引导的非限制性定语从句，从句中缺少seen的宾语，所以使用关系代词，且先行词a blending of high and low fashion指的是事情，所以此处使用关系代词which。故填which。 8．考查谓语动词。句意：乔丹在传奇的NBA最后一个赛季所穿的一双球鞋甚至以220万美元的价格售出，成为有史以来拍卖价格最高的球鞋。此空为谓语动词，结合语境可知，此处讲述的是乔丹时代的事情，所以使用一般过去时，结合句意，此处可以理解为鞋子被以220万美元的价格售出，强调动作，所以使用一般过去时的被动语态，主语A pair为单数，所以谓语动词可以为was sold；也可以理解为一种结果，表示状态，所以使用主动形式，所以谓语动词也可以为sold。故填was sold/sold。 9．考查谓语动词。句意：到2010年代中期，演讲者已经成为纯金的地位象征。此空为句子的谓语，根据时间状语“By the mid-2010s”可知，此处应使用过去完成时，且become与主语speakers之间为主动关系，所以此处使用had become。故填had become。 10．考查介词。句意：球鞋行业花了几十年的时间才认识到，没有这些黑人运动员或艺术家支持他们的产品，就没有球鞋文化。结合句意和下文中的“there would be no sneaker culture.”可知，此处应为含蓄条件引出的虚拟语气，空后为名词短语，所以此处应为介词，结合句意，此处表示的是“没有”应为介词without。故填without。 Section B Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A．diversity  B．conclusive  C． widespread  D．influential  E. spectator  F. outcome  G. consistent  H. stamina  I. varsity  J. referee  K. coverage The Power of Sports Sports hold a special place in our lives, uniting people from all walks of life. Whether you're actively involved as a player or an eager 11 , the thrill of a live sports event is undeniable. At 12 and professional levels, sports teams are like close-knit communities. Each member brings a unique trait to the group. For example, in a soccer team, some players might be known for their exceptional ball-control skills, while others have a knack for strategic positioning. This 13 within the team is crucial for its success. Coaches play a(n) 14 role, guiding players with their expertise, devising game plans, and motivating the team to perform at its best. Their input often has a direct bearing on the 15 of a match. Training for sports requires a great deal of 16 . Athletes spend countless hours practicing, running drills, and engaging in strength-training exercises. They know that 17 effort is the key to achieving their goals. Whether it's improving their speed, endurance, or technique, every bit of hard work counts. The impact of sports is 18 . It goes beyond the boundaries of the playing field. Sports can boost a person's self-confidence; teach valuable teamwork skills; and even foster a sense of national pride during international competitions. The media 19 of major sports events ensures that their influence reaches a global audience. Studies have provided 20 evidence of the numerous benefits of sports. Regular participation in sports is linked to better physical health, improved mental well-being, and enhanced social connections. In short, sports are not just about games; they're a powerful force that enriches our lives in many ways. 【答案】 11．E 12．I 13．A 14．D 15．F 16．H 17．G 18．C 19．K 20．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了体育对人们生活各方面的重要影响。 11．考查名词。句意：无论你是积极参与的运动员还是热切的观众，现场体育赛事的刺激是不可否认的。根据“as a player or an eager”以及句意“观众”可知，应用单数名词spectator，作宾语。故选E。 12．考查形容词。句意：在大学和职业水平上，运动队就像一个紧密结合的社区。根据“and professional levels”以及句意“大学”可知，应用形容词varsity，修饰名词levels。故选I。 13．考查名词。句意：团队内部的这种多样性对其成功至关重要。根据“Each member brings a unique trait to the group. For example, in a soccer team, some players might be known for their exceptional ball-control skills, while others have a knack for strategic positioning.(每个成员都给团队带来了独特的特质。例如，在足球队中，一些球员可能以其出色的控球技术而闻名，而另一些人则有战略定位的诀窍)”以及句意“多样性”可知，应用名词diversity，作主语。故选A。 14．考查形容词。句意：教练发挥着有影响力的作用，用他们的专业知识指导球员，制定比赛计划，激励球队发挥最佳水平。根据“guiding players with their expertise, devising game plans, and motivating the team to perform at its best”以及句意“有影响力的”可知，应用形容词influential，修饰名词role。故选D。 15．考查名词。句意：他们的投入通常会直接影响比赛的结果。根据“Their input often has a direct bearing on the”以及句意“结果”可知，应用名词outcome，作宾语。故选F。 16．考查名词。句意：运动训练需要很大的耐力。根据“Athletes spend countless hours practicing, running drills, and engaging in strength-training exercises.(运动员花费无数的时间练习、跑步和进行力量训练)”以及句意“耐力”可知，应用名词stamina，作宾语。故选H。 17．考查形容词。句意：他们知道持续的努力是实现目标的关键。根据“Athletes spend countless hours practicing, running drills, and engaging in strength-training exercises.(运动员花费无数的时间练习、跑步和进行力量训练)”以及句意“持续的”可知，应用形容词consistent，修饰名词effort。故选G。 18．考查形容词。句意：体育的影响是广泛的。根据“It goes beyond the boundaries of the playing field. Sports can boost a person's self-confidence; teach valuable teamwork skills; and even foster a sense of national pride during international competitions.(它超越了比赛场地的界限。运动可以增强一个人的自信心；教授宝贵的团队合作技能；甚至在国际比赛中培养民族自豪感)”以及句意“广泛的”可知，应用形容词widespread，作表语。故选C。 19．考查名词。句意：媒体对重大体育赛事的报道确保了其影响力达到全球受众。根据“their influence reaches a global audience”以及句意“报道”可知，应用名词coverage，作主语。故选K。 20．考查形容词。句意：研究已经提供了确凿的证据，证明运动有很多好处。根据“the numerous benefits of sports”以及句意“确凿的”可知，应用形容词conclusive，修饰名词evidence，作定语。故选B。 II. Reading Comprehension (21 – 35题，每题1分；36 – 50题，每题2分；共45分) Section A Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. “Rezel Rezel!” The video call is coming. Time to put on your “Zoom-Shirt”! “Zoom-Shirt” is a new 21 created by The New York Times. It 22 a smart item of clothing for the upper part of a person’s body during his or her online video conferences. Recently, “Zoom-Shits” have become a hot topic for conversation. According to a survey, about 42 percent of camera-ready homo workers 23 at least one “Zoom-Shirt”. Unlike 24 working clothes, “Zoom-Shirt” are casual shirts. They can be long-sleeved button-up shirts or just blouses. Besides being 25 “Zoom-Shirts” are also special in two ways. First, such shirts don’t have to 26 one’s other clothing. Spencer X Smith is the founder of the company “AmpliPhi”. His working clothes consist of shorts, “more-often-than-not” zero shoes and a “Zoom-Shirt”. A “Zoom-Shirt” aims to give people a/an   27 look while they are on camera. People needn’t make their shirts go with their pants or shoes because only the 28 part of the person’s body will be seen by the camera. Second, a “Zoom-Shirt” is usually 29 at hand. People can put it on the sofa in their room. Or, they may just hang it on the back of the chair. People can 30 a “Zoom-Shirt” just before the web-camera lights up. Once the 31 is over, they can at once take it off and put on whatever they like instead. Charlie Teasdale is a style director at a fashion magazine. In his opinion, dress codes have been gradually 32 for some time now. 33 , in recent years, many companies have done away with suits and ties for most employees — especially on Fridays. With the new working-from-home rules, people’s 34 about what to wear while at work are also changing. So one day, “Zoom-Shirts” are likely to become a part of the regular office wear. What do you think about this 35 ? Will we all learn to dress for Zoom meetings? 21．A．dress B．code C．term D．mystery 22．A．concludes B．means C．prepares D．requires 23．A．design B．operate C．own D．prefer 24．A．available B．visible C．feasible D．traditional 25．A．simple B．weird C．recognizable D．changeable 26．A．replace B．iron C．hide D．match 27．A．imaginary B．messy C．professional D．mature 28．A．important B．upper C．remaining D．active 29．A．kept B．brought C．applied D．sent 30．A．wear B．grab C．skip D．cover 31．A．acting B．performing C．filming D．meeting 32．A．relaxing B．returning C．repeating D．refilling 33．A．However B．Therefore C．Instead D．Actually 34．A．origins B．ideas C．measures D．competitions 35．A．myth B．rumor C．change D．puzzle 【答案】 21．C 22．B 23．C 24．D 25．A 26．D 27．C 28．B 29．A 30．B 31．D 32．A 33．D 34．B 35．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了“Zoom-Shirt”这一由《纽约时报》创造的新术语，它指人们在网络视频会议时穿的上身衣物。文章阐述了“Zoom-Shirt”的特点，如休闲、易搭配、随手可得等，还提到随着在家办公模式的兴起以及着装规范的变化，“Zoom-Shirt”有可能成为常规办公着装的一部分。 21．考查名词词义辨析。句意：“Zoom-Shirt” 是《纽约时报》创造的一个新术语。A. dress连衣裙；B. code代码；C. term术语；D. mystery秘密。根据下文“created by The New York Times.”以及下文对 “Zoom-Shirt” 的解释可知它是一个新术语，故选C。 22．考查动词词义辨析。句意：它指的是一个人在网络视频会议期间穿在上身的一件巧妙的衣物。A. concludes总结；B. means意思是，指；C. prepares 准备；D. requires要求。根据下文“a smart item of clothing for the upper part of a person’s body during his or her online video conferences.”可知，这里解释 “Zoom-Shirt” 的含义，故选B。 23．考查动词词义辨析。句意：一项调查显示，约 42% 准备好上镜的居家办公者拥有至少一件 “Zoom-Shirt”。A. design设计；B. operate操作；C. own拥有；D. prefer更喜欢。根据下文“at least one “Zoom-Shirt”.”可知，这里说的是拥有这种衬衫的人数比例，故选C。 24．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：与传统的工作服装不同，“Zoom-Shirt” 是休闲衬衫。A. available可获得的；B. visible可见的；C. feasible可行的；D. traditional传统的。根据“working clothes, “Zoom-Shirt” are casual shirts.”可知，将“Zoom-Shirt” 与传统工作服装作对比，故选D。 25．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：除了简单，“Zoom-Shirt” 在两个方面也很特别。A. simple简单的；B. weird怪异的；C. recognizable可识别的；D. changeable多变的。根据上文“ They can be long-sleeved button-up shirts or just blouses.”可知，提到它是休闲衬衫，所以是简单的，故选A。 26．考查动词词义辨析。句意：首先，这种衬衫不必与一个人的其他衣物相匹配。A. replace替换；B. iron熨烫；C. hide隐藏；D. match匹配。根据下文“People needn’t make their shirts go with their pants or shoes”可知，提到人们不需要让衬衫与裤子或鞋子搭配，故选D。 27．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：一件 “Zoom-Shirt”旨在让人们在镜头前看起来专业。A. imaginary想象的；B. messy凌乱的；C. professional专业的；D. mature成熟的。根据下文“while they are on camera”可知，在工作视频会议上，人们希望看起来专业，故选C。 28．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：人们不必让他们的衬衫与裤子或鞋子搭配，因为相机只会拍到人的上半身。A. important重要的；B. upper上面的；C. remaining剩余的；D. active活跃的。根据上文“for the upper part of a person’s body”可知，提到 “Zoom-Shirt”是上身衣物，所以相机只拍到上半身，故选B。 29．考查动词词义辨析。句意：其次，“Zoom-Shirt”通常随手可得。A. kept保存；B. brought带来；C. applied应用；D. sent发送。根据下文“People can put it on the sofa in their room.”可知，下文说可以放在沙发上或挂在椅背上，说明是保存着，随手能拿到，故选A。 30．考查动词词义辨析。句意：人们可以在网络摄像头亮起之前抓起一件“Zoom-Shirt”。A. wear穿；B. grab抓起；C. skip跳过；D. cover覆盖。根据“before the web-camera lights up”可知，在摄像头亮起前快速抓起衬衫穿上，体现它的方便，故选B。 31．考查名词词义辨析。句意：一旦会议结束，他们可以立刻脱下它，换上他们喜欢的任何衣服。A. acting表演；B. performing表演；C. filming拍摄；D. meeting会议。根据上文“during his or her online video conferences.”可知，一旦会议结束，他们可以立刻脱下它，下文“Will we all learn to dress for Zoom meetings?”也是提示。故选D。 32．考查动词词义辨析。句意：在他看来，着装规范一段时间以来一直在逐渐放宽。A. relaxing放宽，放松；B. returning返回；C. repeating重复；D. refilling重新装满。根据下文“many companies have done away with suits and ties for most employees”可知，下文提到很多公司不再要求员工穿西装打领带，说明着装规范放宽，故选A。 33．考查副词词义辨析。句意：实际上，近年来，许多公司对大多数员工取消了西装和领带的要求，尤其是在周五。A. However然而；B. Therefore因此；C. Instead相反；D. Actually实际上。这里进一步说明着装规范放宽的实际情况，故选D。 34．考查名词词义辨析。句意：随着新的居家办公规则的出现，人们对于工作时穿什么的观念也在改变。A. origins起源；B. ideas观念；C. measures措施；D. competitions竞争。根据下文“what to wear while at work are also changing.”可知，这里指人们对着装的观念改变，故选B。 35．考查名词词义辨析。句意：你对这种变化怎么看？A. myth神话；B. rumor谣言；C. change变化；D. puzzle谜题。根据上文“changing.”可知，上文提到着装的各种变化，所以是对变化怎么看。故选C。 Section B Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. A Many trees in the Brackham area were brought down in the terrible storms. The town itself lost two great lime trees from the former market square. The disappearance of such prominent features had altered the appearance of the town center entirely, much to the annoyance of its conservative inhabitants. Among the annoyed, under normal circumstances, would have been Chief Inspector Douglas Pelham, head of the local police force. But at the height of that week’s storm, when the winds brought down even the mature walnut tree in his garden, Pelham had in fact been in no fit state to notice. A large and healthy man, he had for the first time in his life been seriously ill with an attack of bronchitis (支气管炎). When he first complained of an aching head and tightness in his chest, his wife, Molly, had tried to persuade him to go to the doctor. Convinced that the police force could not do without him, he had, as usual, ignored her and attempted to carry on working. It was only when his colleague, Sergeant Lloyd, took the initiative and drove him to the doctor’s door that he finally gave in. In no time at all, Lloyd took him to the chemist’s to get his prescribed antibiotics and then home to Molly, who sent him straight to bed. When Molly told him, on the Thursday morning, that the walnut tree had been brought down during the night, Pelham wasn’t been able to take it in. On Thursday evening, he asked weakly about damage to the house, groaned thankfully when he heard there was none, and pulled the sheets over his head. It wasn’t until Saturday, when the antibiotics took effect, his temperature dropped and he got up, that he realized with a shock that the loss of the walnut tree had made a permanent difference to the appearance of the living-room. Previously, the view from the living-room had featured the handsome walnut tree. This has not darkened the room because there was also a window on the opposite wall, but it had provided interesting patterns of light and shade that disguised (掩饰) the true state of the worn furniture in the living room. Also, the leafy garden had created an impression of privacy. With the tree gone, the room seemed cruelly bright, its worn furnishings exposed in all their shabbiness (简陋). And the view from the window didn’t bear looking at. 36．Why were some people in Brackham annoyed after the storm? A．The town looked different. B．The police had done little to help. C．No market could be held. D．Fallen trees had not been removed. 37．From the third paragraph, what do we learn about Chief Inspector Pelham and his work? A．He found his work extremely annoying. B．He was sure that he played a vital role in his work. C．He considered the police systems not efficient. D．He did not trust the decisions made by his superiors. 38．When Inspector Pelham’s wife told him about the walnut tree, he appeared to be ________. A．relaxed. B．shocked. C．saddened. D．uninterested. 39．What was the impact of the storm on the Pelhams’ living-room? A．It was pleasantly brighter. B．It felt less private. C．It had a better view. D．It looked less shabby. 【答案】36．A 37．B 38．B 39．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。Brackham地区风暴吹倒许多树，警局局长Pelham因支气管炎病倒，康复后发现自家核桃树被吹倒，客厅景象大变。 36．细节理解题。根据第一段“Many trees in the Brackham area were brought down in the terrible storms. The town itself lost two great lime trees from the former market square. The disappearance of such prominent features had altered the appearance of the town center entirely, much to the annoyance of its conservative inhabitants.(布拉卡姆地区在暴风雨中损失惨重，众多树木被连根拔起。尤其令人痛心的是，镇中心历史悠久的集市广场上，两棵地标性的参天椴树也未能幸免。这些百年古树的消失，使得小镇中心景观面目全非，引得当地守旧的居民们怨声载道)”可知，风暴过后，布拉克姆镇上的一些人感到不满是因为这个城镇看起来变得不一样了。故选A。 37．细节理解题。根据第三段“Convinced that the police force could not do without him, he had, as usual, ignored her and attempted to carry on working.(但佩勒姆警长坚信警察局离不开他，于是像往常一样没有听从妻子的劝告，继续工作)”可知，首席督察佩勒姆确信自己在工作中起着至关重要的作用。故选B。 38．细节理解题。根据第五段“When Molly told him, on the Thursday morning, that the walnut tree had been brought down during the night, Pelham wasn’t been able to take it in.(周四清晨，当莫莉告知他那棵胡桃树在昨夜风暴中倒下时，佩勒姆一时难以置信)”可知，当佩勒姆警官的妻子向他提及那棵核桃树时，他感到吃惊。故选B。 39．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Previously, the view from the living-room had featured the handsome walnut tree. This has not darkened the room because there was also a window on the opposite wall, but it had provided interesting patterns of light and shade that disguised (掩饰) the true state of the worn furniture in the living room. Also, the leafy garden had created an impression of privacy.(原先从客厅望出去，那棵挺拔的胡桃树是最醒目的景致。虽然对面墙上的窗户保证了室内采光，但树影婆娑间投下的斑驳光影，巧妙遮掩了客厅陈旧家具的岁月痕迹。而今枝叶繁茂的庭院景致不再，那份静谧的私密感也随之消散)”可知，场风暴让静谧的私密感也随之消散，佩勒姆家的客厅变得不再那么私密了。故选B。 B Cruise on the brand-new D’Virgos! Here’s a heavenly treat for all Virgos. If your birthday falls between 23 August and 22 September, enjoy a FREE cruise on the brand-new D’Virgos, when accompanied by a full paying partner. Simply book by 30 June to enjoy this offer. 2-Night Malacca or Redang Cruise Departure: Wed-$616 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1076) 2-Night Cruise to nowhere Departure: Fri-$806 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1456) 2-Night Langkawi Cruise Departure: Fri-$836 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1516) 3-Night Penang or Phuket Cruise Departure: Sun-$1044 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1834) All fares are based on twin-sharing and include passenger handling fee and fuel surcharge. To enjoy the offer, at least one passenger must be born between 23 Aug-22 Sept and cruising with a full-paying passenger sharing the same cabin. Applicable for new bookings only. Promotion is subject to cabin availability and is capacity controlled. Catch the world-famous singing JUMBOS at Stars Theatre ◇Live performance on D’Virgos at $38 per person ◇Only on 29&31 Aug departures ◇No admission for those below age 12 Other ATTRACTIONS ◇Traditional game stalls — attractive prizes to be won ◇Balloon sculpturing workshop (only from l to 27 Aug) ◇International buffets-sizzling steaks, delicious kebabs and tasty satays ◇Cooking demonstration by renowned chef, Oliver Twist, on new cuisine (Only on 31 Aug) Call any of our 3 appointed travel agents for bookings. Business Hours: Mon-Fri, 10 am-7 pm. Sat 10 am-5 pm (Closed on Sun and Public Holidays) Six Stars Tours Tel: 65335555 MISA Travel Tel: 65381098 Tourworld Travel & Cruise Tel: 63386888 The Birthday offer will not be extended beyond the deadline. 40．What exactly is the promotion mentioned in this advertisement? A．Virgo Customers can enjoy 50% off for any order they place. B．Two customers can enjoy two single rooms at the price of one room, but have to pay their own handling fee and fuel surcharge. C．If one customer is travelling with someone whose zodiac sign is Virgo, he/ she doesn’t have to pay at all. D．Two customers, one of whom is born between 23 August and 22 September, can enjoy half price for a twin room, excluding handling fee and fuel surcharge 41．Mr. and Mrs. Tay have signed up for the promotion package but they are only able to apply for 1 day of leave during the week day. Which one of the following packages should they get? A．3-Night Phuket Cruise. B．2-Night Redang Cruise. C．2-Night Malacca Cruise. D．2-Night Cruise to nowhere. 42．Which is the best date for a music and food enthusiast to take the cruise? A．23 August. B．27 August. C．29 August. D．31 August. 【答案】40．D 41．D 42．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了针对处女座顾客的邮轮优惠活动及相关信息。 40．细节理解题。根据文中第一段“If your birthday falls between 23 August and 22 September, enjoy a FREE cruise on the brand-new D’Virgos, when accompanied by a full paying partner.(如果你的生日在8月23日至9月22日之间，在一名全价付费的同伴陪同下，你可以免费乘坐全新的D’Virgos号邮轮)”以及“All fares are based on twin-sharing and include passenger handling fee and fuel surcharge.(所有票价均基于双人舱共享，并包含乘客手续费和燃油附加费)”可知，广告中提到的促销活动是，如果一位顾客与一位处女座（生日在8月23日至9月22日之间）的顾客同行，其中处女座顾客可以免费，但需支付手续费和燃油附加费，而同伴则需全价支付，两人共享双人舱。选项D“两位顾客，其中一位出生在8月23日至9月22日之间，可以享受双人舱半价优惠，但不包括手续费和燃油附加费”的表述基本准确。故选D。 41．推理判断题。 根据题干中“Mr. and Mrs. Tay have signed up for the promotion package but they are only able to apply for 1 day of leave during the week day.(Tay先生和Tay太太已经报名参加了晋升套餐，但他们只能在工作日申请1天的假期)”，结合各套餐出发时间：“2-Night Malacca or Redang Cruise Departure: Wed（2晚马六甲或热浪岛邮轮 出发：周三）”、“2-Night Cruise to nowhere Departure: Fri（2晚无目的地邮轮 出发：周五）”和“3-Night Penang or Phuket Cruise Departure: Sun（3晚槟城或普吉岛邮轮 出发：周日）”可推知，选项D（2晚无目的地）周五出发，周日返回，只需请周五一天假，且航程短更灵活。故选D。 42．细节理解题。根据文中Catch the world-famous singing JUMBOS at Stars Theatre(在星星剧院观看世界著名的歌唱家JUMBOS的演出) 标题下“◇Live performance on D’Virgos at $38 per person ◇Only on 29&31 Aug departures(◇在D’Virgos号上的现场表演，每人38美元 ◇仅限8月29日和31日出发的行程)”以及Other ATTRACTIONS标题下“International buffets-sizzling steaks, delicious kebabs and tasty satays ◇Cooking demonstration by renowned chef, Oliver Twist, on new cuisine (Only on 31 Aug)(国际自助餐——滋滋作响的牛排、美味的烤肉串和美味的沙爹 ◇著名厨师Oliver Twist展示新菜系的烹饪技巧（仅限8月31日）)”可知，对于音乐和美食爱好者来说，8月31日是最好的选择，因为这一天既有现场音乐表演，又有著名厨师的烹饪展示。故选D。 C China’s population is shrinking and ageing, a process that will quicken in 2025. The total fertility rate, or the average births per woman, has fallen to 1.1, far below the 2.1 needed to maintain a stable population. After a possible small post-pandemic uptick of births in 2024, the auspicious year of the dragon, the birth rate is expected to resume its decline. Meanwhile the number of people over 60 is expected to grow from 300m in 2023 to more than 400m by 2035 — that is, from one fifth to nearly one-third of the population. This bodes ill for China’s economy, with fewer young people working to support more old folks. But state planners think they have found a silver lining: the “silver economy”. In 2024 China’s State Council issued a policy document on promoting a “silver economy to improve the well-being of the elderly”. It called for companies to invest in elder-friendly industries such as smart health care, anti-ageing products, personal pensions and tourism. “Promote theme products such as nostalgic tours and youth tours,” it recommended. The state has also called upon local governments to develop better services for old people, such as meal deliveries, at-home health care and cultural enrichment activities. The focus on silver-haired spenders makes sense. The ageing society will have massive needs — and the coming generation of retirees will have money to spend. The UN estimates that the largest age group, aged 50 — 60, includes 230m people, most of whom will retire in the next decade. “They are the wealthiest sector of society,” says Tim Lie of Quantasing, an educational-technology firm that pivoted to focus on the silver economy in 2022. Older Chinese tend to be more frugal. But the growing groups of those in “new middle age” (45 — 60) and “old age” (over 60) are in a sweet spot in the middle, says Mr Xie. They spent most of their working lives in China’s boom years and are retiring with enough time to enjoy their savings. Quantasing has attracted 120m users to its online courses, which help retired people develop hobbies such as calligraphy, meditation and piano. Only 400,000 are paying customers so far, but Quantasing expects that number to grow as it expands into wellness products and tourism. There are challenges to developing the silver economy. The elderly are susceptible to scams. They will need consumer protection, even as the government encourages firms to sell them as much as possible. Chen Gong of Peking University warns that too many firms may be piling in without enough thorough research. “Many policies are shouting a lot but doing little,” he says. Cai Fang of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences points out that more welfare and social services for the elderly are needed. Silver-haired spending is bound to grow. It will be tougher to make sure that the well-being of China’s old folks grows along with it. 43．Which of the following best describes the relationship between China’s population change and the “silver economy”? A．The decline in the birth rate directly leads to the emergence of the “silver economy”. B．The “silver economy” is basically a result of the post-pandemic economic restructuring. C．The “silver economy” aims to reverse the trend of population shrinking and ageing. D．The growth of the elderly population and related challenges boost “silver economy”. 44．What does the underlined word “frugal” most likely mean in this context? A．Economical. B．Impulsive. C．Generous. D．Considerate. 45．What can be inferred from the fact that only 400,000 out of 120m Quantasing users are paying customers? A．The online courses provided by Quantasing are not tailored to the needs of the elderly. B．Retired people in China are generally not willing to subscribe to such courses. C．Quantasing has great potential to increase its revenue by improving its business model. D．The market for elder-friendly online courses is not promising in the predictable future. 46．Which of the following factors is least likely to contribute to the growth of the “silver economy” in China? A．The continuous increase in the number of retirees with certain financial resources. B．The measures to encourage young labour to apply themselves to support the elderly. C．The improvement of the quality of life and consumption concepts of the elderly. D．The effective implementation of policies to facilitate firms investing in elder-friendly industries. 【答案】43．D 44．A 45．C 46．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国面临人口减少和老龄化加速问题，政府通过发展“银发经济”应对挑战，并指出新一代退休群体消费能力较强，市场潜力大，但仍需政策保障和企业创新以避免风险。 43．细节理解题。根据第一段中“China’s population is shrinking and ageing, a process that will quicken in 2025. (中国人口正在缩减并老龄化，这一进程将在2025年加速)”和“This bodes ill for China’s economy, with fewer young people working to support more old folks. But state planners think they have found a silver lining: the “silver economy”. (这对中国经济来说是个不祥之兆，因为更少的年轻人需要供养更多的老年人。但国家规划者认为他们找到了一个积极因素：‘银发经济’)”可知，中国老龄化加剧及养老压力推动了银发经济的发展。故选D项。 44．词句猜测题。根据画线词的下文“But the growing groups of those in “new middle age” (45 — 60) and “old age” (over 60) are in a sweet spot in the middle, says Mr Xie. They spent most of their working lives in China’s boom years and are retiring with enough time to enjoy their savings. (但谢先生指出，处于‘新中年’，即45至60岁，和‘老年’，即60岁以上，这两个增长群体正处于最佳状态。他们职业生涯的大部分时间都处于中国经济高速增长期，如今退休后有充足的时间享受积蓄)”可知，新一代退休群体因经济条件较好，愿意消费，且此处包含转折，故推测上了年纪的中国人往往更节俭，画线词意为“节约的，节俭的”，与Economical“节约的”意思相近。故选A项。 45．推理判断题。根据第四段中“Quantasing has attracted 120m users to its online courses, which help retired people develop hobbies such as calligraphy, meditation and piano. Only 400,000 are paying customers so far, but Quantasing expects that number to grow as it expands into wellness products and tourism. (目前，Quantasing的在线课程已吸引1.2亿用户学习书法、冥想和钢琴等退休爱好课程。虽然目前付费用户仅40万，但随着公司向健康产品和旅游业务拓展，这一数字有望持续增长)”可推知，Quantasing用户基数大，付费转化率低，但商业模式优化后有望提升收益。故选C项。 46．细节理解题。根据第二段中“It called for companies to invest in elder-friendly industries such as smart health care, anti-ageing products, personal pensions and tourism. (政府呼吁企业投资发展适老产业，包括智能医疗、抗衰老产品、个人养老金和老年旅游等领域)”、第三段中“The ageing society will have massive needs — and the coming generation of retirees will have money to spend. The UN estimates that the largest age group, aged 50 — 60, includes 230m people, most of whom will retire in the next decade. (老龄化社会将催生巨大需求——新一代退休群体将具备可观的消费能力。据联合国估算，中国50至60岁年龄段人口规模最大，达2.3亿人，其中绝大多数将在未来十年内退休)”和第四段中“But the growing groups of those in “new middle age” (45 — 60) and “old age” (over 60) are in a sweet spot in the middle, says Mr Xie. They spent most of their working lives in China’s boom years and are retiring with enough time to enjoy their savings. (但谢先生指出，处于‘新中年’，即45至60岁，和‘老年’，即60岁以上，这两个增长群体正处于最佳状态。他们职业生涯的大部分时间都处于中国经济高速增长期，如今退休后有充足的时间享受积蓄)”可知，有一定财力的退休人员不断增加，老年人生活质量和消费观念的提高，政策支持适老产业，均可推动银发经济，鼓励年轻劳动力致力于赡养老人的措施与银发经济发展无关。故选B项。 Section C Directions: Read the following passages. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. An environmental group in Colombia is leading a project to save wild areas in the San Lucas mountains with the help of coffee growers. 47 Colombia has more different kinds of living things than any country after neighboring Brazil, but destruction of forests has increased since 2016. Government information shows that in 2017, almost 220,000 hectares of forest were destroyed compared to 124,000 hectares in 2015. Areas like San Lucas have been threatened by mining and growers of coca plants, which are used to make the drug cocaine. To date, the project includes 10 families who farm 400 hectares of coffee plants. WebConserva said the project costs about $77,000 dollars a year. The group said it hopes that, in time, 200 families will be included. At that level, 20,000 hectares of untouched forest could be protected. In San Lucas, the families promise not to cut down trees to expand their crops or to hunt wild animals from the forest. 48 Arcadio Barajas is among those taking part. His new coffee plantation establishes a barrier between cattle ranches and forests where wild animals like the jaguar live and hunt. The presence of the coffee fields reduces the possibility that there will be conflict between cattle ranchers and the big cats. Barajas said that cutting down the forest to plant coca and killing wildlife were against his faith. 49 “I’m taking care of the environment, the forest and the animals, so that I don’t end up ruined as well,” he said. Arnobis Romero is a former coca grower and miner. He said many families depended on illegal activities to support their children. For example, at times one kilogram of Coca could be sold for $760. Romero said, “We feel really proud to look after this biodiversity and to leave it... for future generations.” 50 But each year, hundreds of thousands of hectares of land are destroyed. Activists want San Lucas to be protected as a national park, but the process has been slow. A．In return, they receive $250 to $300 for 125 kilograms of coffee. B．It protects forests, biodiversity and ecosystems at the same time. C．Colombia has set aside 16 percent of its territory as protected land. D．Gold mining and coca farming make more money than coffee growing E．But now he feels that growing coffee lets him be a good steward (管理人) of the land. F．The goal is to limit additional development in the northern San Lucas area which is rich in biodiversity, meaning many forms of life live there. 【答案】47．F 48．A 49．E 50．C 【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。主要报道了哥伦比亚的一个环保组织正在咖啡种植者的帮助下领导一个拯救圣卢卡斯山脉野生地区的项目。 47．上文“An environmental group in Colombia is leading a project to save wild areas in the San Lucas mountains with the help of coffee growers.(哥伦比亚的一个环保组织正在咖啡种植者的帮助下领导一个拯救圣卢卡斯山脉野生地区的项目)”可知，本句承接上文，说明拯救圣卢卡斯山脉野生地区的项目的目的。选项F项“其目标是限制圣卢卡斯北部地区的额外开发，该地区拥有丰富的生物多样性，这意味着那里生活着多种形式的生命”符合语境。故选F项。 48．根据上文“In San Lucas, the families promise not to cut down trees to expand their crops or to hunt wild animals from the forest.(在圣卢卡斯，这些家庭承诺不会砍伐树木来扩大庄稼，也不会从森林中捕猎野生动物)”可知，本句说明承诺保护森林的回报是什么。选项A项“作为回报，他们每卖出125公斤咖啡就能得到250到300美元”符合语境，故选A项。 49．上文“Barajas said that cutting down the forest to plant coca and killing wildlife were against his faith.(巴拉哈斯说，砍伐森林种植古柯和杀害野生动物违背了他的信仰)”提到破坏森林和杀害野生动物违背了他的信仰。下文““I’m taking care of the environment, the forest and the animals, so that I don’t end up ruined as well,” he said.(“我要保护环境、森林以及动物，这样我自身才不会遭殃。”他说道)”可知，空处应说明现在保护环境的做法。结合选项E项“但现在他觉得种植咖啡能让他成为这片土地的好管家”起到上下文的承上启下作用，上下文语意连贯。故选E项。 50．根据下文“But each year, hundreds of thousands of hectares of land are destroyed.(但是每年都有成千上万公顷的土地被破坏)”转折说明每年都有成千上万公顷的土地被破坏，可推知，上文内容说明国土被划为保护区的情况。结合选项C项“哥伦比亚已划出16%的国土作为保护区”符合语境。故选C项。 III. Summary Writing (10分) 51．Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible. Should Schools Ban Smartphones? France has not allowed smartphone use in primary or secondary schools since 2018, claiming that it would help children focus, reduce their social-media use and alleviate online bullying. The key question is whether banning smartphones in schools offers any benefits to mental health. A recent study, led by Amy Orben at the University of Cambridge, asked 17, 409 people between the ages of 10 and 21 how satisfied they were with their lives and how much they used social media. The findings, reported in 2024 in Nature Communications, show that girls who increased their social media use over the course of a year were significantly less satisfied with their lives if the increase took place when they were between 11 and 13. Boys showed the same trend when increases took place when they were 14 or 15 years old. How much of this will change by banning phones in schools is unclear. In a paper published in the Lancet in February, Victoria Goodyear at the University of Birmingham compared the mental well-being of students in schools that implemented restrictive smartphone policies with those with relaxed policies. Her results show that, though those who spent more time on a smartphone overall have a decline in mental well-being, there was no difference between the two groups. She and her colleagues argue that setting up policies at schools alone is simply not enough. Researchers are trying to paint a complete picture with both hands tied behind their back. According to Dr Orben, social-media companies routinely refuse to give independent researchers access to detailed data on the behaviour of their users. This forces researchers to rely on less accurate proxy measures, like overall screen time. It means that children playing educational games are being put in the same analytical bin as children who are on social media. A more nuanced(细致的) picture of the effects of smartphones needs to be drawn. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】The passage mainly explores whether banning smartphones in schools benefits students' mental health. It presents studies showing that increased social media use correlates with lower life satisfaction in certain age groups, but notes that school policies alone may not suffice, and highlights the challenge of researching this issue due to data limitations. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章主要探讨了学校禁止使用智能手机是否对学生的心理健康有益。 【详解】1要点摘录 ①France has not allowed smartphone use in primary or secondary schools since 2018, claiming that it would help children focus, reduce their social-media use and alleviate online bullying. The key question is whether banning smartphones in schools offers any benefits to mental health. ②A recent study...show that girls who increased their social media use over the course of a year were significantly less satisfied with their lives if the increase took place when they were between 11 and 13. Boys showed the same trend when increases took place when they were 14 or 15 years old. ③In a paper published in the Lancet in February...Her results show that, though those who spent more time on a smartphone overall have a decline in mental well-being, there was no difference between the two groups. She and her colleagues argue that setting up policies at schools alone is simply not enough. ④Researchers are trying to paint a complete picture with both hands tied behind their back...A more nuanced(细致的) picture of the effects of smartphones needs to be drawn. 2.缜密构思 将第①点作为总起句，概括文章主要探讨的内容；将第②、③点进行整合，说明研究发现；第④点作为总结，强调研究的挑战性。 3.遣词造句 The passage mainly explores whether banning smartphones in schools benefits students' mental health. It presents studies showing that increased social media use correlates with lower life satisfaction in certain age groups, but notes that school policies alone may not suffice, and highlights the challenge of researching this issue due to data limitations. 【点睛】[高分句型1] The passage mainly explores whether banning smartphones in schools benefits students' mental health. （使用了whether引导的宾语从句作为文章的总起句） [高分句型2] It presents studies showing that increased social media use correlates with lower life satisfaction in certain age groups, but notes that school policies alone may not suffice, and highlights the challenge of researching this issue due to data limitations.（使用了现在分词showing作后置定语以及that引导的宾语从句对第2,3,4要点进行了总结概括） IV. Translation (第1-2句，每句3分；第3句，4分；第4句5分；共15分) Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets. 52．如果你矢志不渝且严于律己，你的努力最终一定会获得回报。(pay) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________ 【答案】If you are unswerving in your pursuit and strict with yourself, your efforts will eventually pay off. 【详解】考查动词、名词和形容词。分析句子可知，本句为条件状语从句，时态符合“主将从现”。表示“如果”应用if，引导条件状语从句；表示“你矢志不渝”即“你在追求上不动摇”，可用you are unswerving in your pursuit ，为主系表结构；表示“严于律己”应用strict with yourself；表示“你的努力”应用your efforts，为主语；表示“最终”应用eventually ，为副词作状语；表示“会获得回报”用will pay off，其中pay off，表“获得回报”，为固定搭配。故翻译为If you are unswerving in your pursuit and strict with yourself, your efforts will eventually pay off. 53．当今社会，人们对跟团游的接受程度在不同地区都有所不同。(vary) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________ 【答案】In today’s society, people’s acceptance of package tours varies in different regions. 【详解】考查时态，主谓一致和固定短语。“当今社会”译为in today’s society，在句中作状语，in位于句首首字母大写；“人们对跟团游的接受程度”可译为people’s acceptance of package tours，作主语；“有所不同”用动词vary作谓语，描述现在的一般情况，句子应用一般现在时，主语acceptance为不可数名词，谓语动词用第三人称单数形式；“在不同地区”译为in different regions，在句中作状语。故翻译为In today’s society, people’s acceptance of package tours varies in different regions. 54．随着网络的应用，持续了解全校师生发展的最新动态变得越来越便利。（track）(汉译英) _______________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】With the application of the Internet, it is becoming more and more convenient to constantly/persistently/continuously keep track of/track the latest updates of all the teachers and students in the school. 【详解】考查介词短语、句型、时态、动词短语。“随着网络的应用”表达为介词短语with the application of the Internet，作状语；“持续了解全校师生发展的最新动态变得越来越便利”表达为句型it is+形容词+to do sth，it为形式主语，动词不定式作真正的主语；“变得越来越便利”表达为现在进行时is becoming more and more convenient；“持续”表达为副词constantly/persistently/continuously，修饰动词“了解全校师生发展的最新动态”，作状语；“了解”表达为动词短语keep track of或动词track，后接宾语“全校师生发展的最新动态”，表达为the latest updates of all the teachers and students in the school。结合其他汉语提示，故翻译为With the application of the Internet, it is becoming more and more convenient to constantly/persistently/continuously keep track of/track the latest updates of all the teachers and students in the school. 55．少数民族服饰是一个国家的文化符号，在不同的历史时期用自己的方式绽放美丽，未来也将在树立民族形象方面起到越来越重要的作用。(way) (汉译英) _________________________________________________________ 【答案】Ethnic minority costumes serve as cultural symbols of a nation, blossoming in their own ways during different historical periods, and will also play an increasingly important role in shaping national identity in the future. 【详解】考查短语、现在分词和时态。“少数民族服饰”为“ethnic minority costumes”，“用作”为“serve as”，“一个国家的文化符号”为“cultural symbols of a nation”，“少数民族服饰是一个国家的文化符号”描述的为科学事实，使用一般现在时，则翻译为“Ethnic minority costumes serve as cultural symbols of a nation.”；动词“绽放美丽”为“blossom”，它与主语“ethnic minority costumes”为主动关系，使用现在分词作状语，短语“用它们自己的方式”为“in their own ways”，短语“在不同的历史时期”为“during different historical periods”，则“在不同的历史时期用自己的方式绽放美丽”翻译为“blossoming in their own ways during different historical periods”；“在某方面起到越来越重要的作用”为“play an increasingly important role in”，“树立民族形象”为“shape national identity”，shape使用动名词形式作宾语，“在未来”为“in the future”，“也”为“also”，翻译“未来也将在树立民族形象方面起到越来越重要的作用”使用一般将来时，则翻译为“will also play an increasingly important role in shaping national identity in the future”，它和“Ethnic minority costumes serve as cultural symbols of a nation.”为并列关系，使用并列连词and连接。故翻译为：Ethnic minority costumes serve as cultural symbols of a nation, blossoming in their own ways during different historical periods, and will also play an increasingly important role in shaping national identity in the future. V.Guided Writing (共25分) 56．Directions: Write an English composition in 100-120 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 假如你是明启中学高一学生李明。最近收到你就读于其他学校的好朋友张伟的邮件，他正在为选科的事情纠结：究竟该理化双选还是选自己喜欢的科目？就此想征求你的意见。请回复一封邮件，谈谈你的看法。（选修课程：optional course  文科：liberal arts  理科：sciences) 你的邮件内容需包括： 你的建议； 你的理由。 （文中不得出现真实姓名和学校名称） _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Dear Zhang Wei, Having received your email and understand that you’re facing a tough decision regarding your optional courses, I’d like to share my thoughts on this matter. Firstly, I suggest you choose the subjects that you are genuinely interested in, because being passionate about a subject often leads to better performance. If you have a strong liking for a particular subject, such as art, literature, or even a science topic that fascinates you, pursuing it can make your study experience more enjoyable and fulfilling. Secondly, consider your future aspirations. Think about what career path you might want to take in the future. It’s essential to align your current studies with your long-term goals. In conclusion, my advice is to weigh your interests and consider your future plans. Whatever decision you make, make sure it’s one that you feel good about and that will help you grow academically and personally. Wishing you all the best in making this important choice! Best regards, Li Ming 【导语】本篇书面表达为一篇应用文。要求学生代替李明给张伟回信，就他所纠结的选科问题提出自己的看法。 【详解】1.词汇积累： 关于：regarding→in regard to/with respect to 建议：suggest→propose/advise/recommend 喜欢：be passionate about→be interested in/be enthusiastic about/be keen on/be fascinated by 考虑：consider→take…into consideration/take…into account 2.句式拓展： 同义句 原句：Firstly, I suggest you choose the subjects that you are genuinely interested in, because being passionate about a subject often leads to better performance. 拓展句：Firstly, I suggest you choose the subjects interesting you, because being passionate about a subject often leads to better performance. 【点睛】【高分句型1】 Think about what career path you might want to take in the future.(运用了what引导宾语从句) 【高分句型2】 Whatever decision you make, make sure it’s one that you feel good about and that will help you grow academically and personally.(运用了whatever引导让步状语以及that引导定语从句) 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司1 / 23 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $………………○………………外………………○………………装………………○………………订………………○………………线………………○……………… ………………○………………内………………○………………装………………○………………订………………○………………线………………○……………… 此卷只装订不密封 ………………○………………内………………○………………装………………○………………订………………○………………线………………○……………… ………………○………………外………………○………………装………………○………………订………………○………………线………………○……………… … 学校：______________姓名：_____________班级：_______________考号：______________________ Unit 3 The way we are单元自测·基础卷 （考试时间：90分钟 试卷满分：115分） 注意事项： 1．本试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分。答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 2．回答第Ⅰ卷时，选出每小题答案后，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，再选涂其他答案标号。写在本试卷上无效。 3．回答第Ⅱ卷时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 4．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 I. Grammar and Vocabulary （每题1分；共20分） Section A Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank. How sneaker culture took over the world Sneakers have come a long way from when they were first invented in 1860s England for the upper-class playing croquet (槌球) and tennis. Long worn for function 1 fashion, today sneakers have become an entire culture—both a form of self-expression and a high art found in museum exhibits and designer auction houses. 2 transformed sneaker culture into a true phenomenon was the 1985 release of Nike’s Air Jordan 1s. In 1984, Michael Jordan was a talented rookie who had yet to play in a professional game. 3 that, Nike saw Jordan as the future of their brand, signing him to a five-year, $2.5 million endorsement (代言) deal. 4 Jordan matured into one of the greatest basketball players of all time, the sneaker’s popularity skyrocketed. Meanwhile, another cultural shift 5 (take) place with casual Fridays introduced in white-collar businesses. It was when men were allowed to put aside their suits and wear something one day a week that showed people who they really were. As sneakers became increasingly desired, footwear companies turned to 6 (generate) even more publicity by collaborating with celebrities and luxury brands, as well as releasing small batches of limited-edition shoes with eye-pop ping designs. Celebrities also started their collaborations with sneaker brands, which helped target a whole new demographic of people to experience sneaker culture. It was a blending of high and low fashion, 7 the shoe industry has never really seen before. A pair that Jordan wore in his legendary final NBA season 8 (sell) even for $2.2 mllion, making them the most expensive sneakers ever to appear at auction. By the mid-2010s, speakers 9 (become) solid gold status symbols. Wearing rare and cool sneakers became an expression of one’s social status. But not until recently, sneakers are finally getting their due as part of our cultural heritage—and particularly how Black culture has shaped that heritage. It took decades for the sneaker industry to recognize that 10 these Black athletes or artists that championed their products, there would be no sneaker culture. Section B Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A．diversity  B．conclusive  C． widespread  D．influential  E. spectator  F. outcome  G. consistent  H. stamina  I. varsity  J. referee  K. coverage The Power of Sports Sports hold a special place in our lives, uniting people from all walks of life. Whether you're actively involved as a player or an eager 11 , the thrill of a live sports event is undeniable. At 12 and professional levels, sports teams are like close-knit communities. Each member brings a unique trait to the group. For example, in a soccer team, some players might be known for their exceptional ball-control skills, while others have a knack for strategic positioning. This 13 within the team is crucial for its success. Coaches play a(n) 14 role, guiding players with their expertise, devising game plans, and motivating the team to perform at its best. Their input often has a direct bearing on the 15 of a match. Training for sports requires a great deal of 16 . Athletes spend countless hours practicing, running drills, and engaging in strength-training exercises. They know that 17 effort is the key to achieving their goals. Whether it's improving their speed, endurance, or technique, every bit of hard work counts. The impact of sports is 18 . It goes beyond the boundaries of the playing field. Sports can boost a person's self-confidence; teach valuable teamwork skills; and even foster a sense of national pride during international competitions. The media 19 of major sports events ensures that their influence reaches a global audience. Studies have provided 20 evidence of the numerous benefits of sports. Regular participation in sports is linked to better physical health, improved mental well-being, and enhanced social connections. In short, sports are not just about games; they're a powerful force that enriches our lives in many ways. II. Reading Comprehension (21 – 35题，每题1分；36 – 50题，每题2分；共45分) Section A Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. “Rezel Rezel!” The video call is coming. Time to put on your “Zoom-Shirt”! “Zoom-Shirt” is a new 21 created by The New York Times. It 22 a smart item of clothing for the upper part of a person’s body during his or her online video conferences. Recently, “Zoom-Shits” have become a hot topic for conversation. According to a survey, about 42 percent of camera-ready homo workers 23 at least one “Zoom-Shirt”. Unlike 24 working clothes, “Zoom-Shirt” are casual shirts. They can be long-sleeved button-up shirts or just blouses. Besides being 25 “Zoom-Shirts” are also special in two ways. First, such shirts don’t have to 26 one’s other clothing. Spencer X Smith is the founder of the company “AmpliPhi”. His working clothes consist of shorts, “more-often-than-not” zero shoes and a “Zoom-Shirt”. A “Zoom-Shirt” aims to give people a/an   27 look while they are on camera. People needn’t make their shirts go with their pants or shoes because only the 28 part of the person’s body will be seen by the camera. Second, a “Zoom-Shirt” is usually 29 at hand. People can put it on the sofa in their room. Or, they may just hang it on the back of the chair. People can 30 a “Zoom-Shirt” just before the web-camera lights up. Once the 31 is over, they can at once take it off and put on whatever they like instead. Charlie Teasdale is a style director at a fashion magazine. In his opinion, dress codes have been gradually 32 for some time now. 33 , in recent years, many companies have done away with suits and ties for most employees — especially on Fridays. With the new working-from-home rules, people’s 34 about what to wear while at work are also changing. So one day, “Zoom-Shirts” are likely to become a part of the regular office wear. What do you think about this 35 ? Will we all learn to dress for Zoom meetings? 21．A．dress B．code C．term D．mystery 22．A．concludes B．means C．prepares D．requires 23．A．design B．operate C．own D．prefer 24．A．available B．visible C．feasible D．traditional 25．A．simple B．weird C．recognizable D．changeable 26．A．replace B．iron C．hide D．match 27．A．imaginary B．messy C．professional D．mature 28．A．important B．upper C．remaining D．active 29．A．kept B．brought C．applied D．sent 30．A．wear B．grab C．skip D．cover 31．A．acting B．performing C．filming D．meeting 32．A．relaxing B．returning C．repeating D．refilling 33．A．However B．Therefore C．Instead D．Actually 34．A．origins B．ideas C．measures D．competitions 35．A．myth B．rumor C．change D．puzzle Section B Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. A Many trees in the Brackham area were brought down in the terrible storms. The town itself lost two great lime trees from the former market square. The disappearance of such prominent features had altered the appearance of the town center entirely, much to the annoyance of its conservative inhabitants. Among the annoyed, under normal circumstances, would have been Chief Inspector Douglas Pelham, head of the local police force. But at the height of that week’s storm, when the winds brought down even the mature walnut tree in his garden, Pelham had in fact been in no fit state to notice. A large and healthy man, he had for the first time in his life been seriously ill with an attack of bronchitis (支气管炎). When he first complained of an aching head and tightness in his chest, his wife, Molly, had tried to persuade him to go to the doctor. Convinced that the police force could not do without him, he had, as usual, ignored her and attempted to carry on working. It was only when his colleague, Sergeant Lloyd, took the initiative and drove him to the doctor’s door that he finally gave in. In no time at all, Lloyd took him to the chemist’s to get his prescribed antibiotics and then home to Molly, who sent him straight to bed. When Molly told him, on the Thursday morning, that the walnut tree had been brought down during the night, Pelham wasn’t been able to take it in. On Thursday evening, he asked weakly about damage to the house, groaned thankfully when he heard there was none, and pulled the sheets over his head. It wasn’t until Saturday, when the antibiotics took effect, his temperature dropped and he got up, that he realized with a shock that the loss of the walnut tree had made a permanent difference to the appearance of the living-room. Previously, the view from the living-room had featured the handsome walnut tree. This has not darkened the room because there was also a window on the opposite wall, but it had provided interesting patterns of light and shade that disguised (掩饰) the true state of the worn furniture in the living room. Also, the leafy garden had created an impression of privacy. With the tree gone, the room seemed cruelly bright, its worn furnishings exposed in all their shabbiness (简陋). And the view from the window didn’t bear looking at. 36．Why were some people in Brackham annoyed after the storm? A．The town looked different. B．The police had done little to help. C．No market could be held. D．Fallen trees had not been removed. 37．From the third paragraph, what do we learn about Chief Inspector Pelham and his work? A．He found his work extremely annoying. B．He was sure that he played a vital role in his work. C．He considered the police systems not efficient. D．He did not trust the decisions made by his superiors. 38．When Inspector Pelham’s wife told him about the walnut tree, he appeared to be ________. A．relaxed. B．shocked. C．saddened. D．uninterested. 39．What was the impact of the storm on the Pelhams’ living-room? A．It was pleasantly brighter. B．It felt less private. C．It had a better view. D．It looked less shabby. B Cruise on the brand-new D’Virgos! Here’s a heavenly treat for all Virgos. If your birthday falls between 23 August and 22 September, enjoy a FREE cruise on the brand-new D’Virgos, when accompanied by a full paying partner. Simply book by 30 June to enjoy this offer. 2-Night Malacca or Redang Cruise Departure: Wed-$616 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1076) 2-Night Cruise to nowhere Departure: Fri-$806 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1456) 2-Night Langkawi Cruise Departure: Fri-$836 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1516) 3-Night Penang or Phuket Cruise Departure: Sun-$1044 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1834) All fares are based on twin-sharing and include passenger handling fee and fuel surcharge. To enjoy the offer, at least one passenger must be born between 23 Aug-22 Sept and cruising with a full-paying passenger sharing the same cabin. Applicable for new bookings only. Promotion is subject to cabin availability and is capacity controlled. Catch the world-famous singing JUMBOS at Stars Theatre ◇Live performance on D’Virgos at $38 per person ◇Only on 29&31 Aug departures ◇No admission for those below age 12 Other ATTRACTIONS ◇Traditional game stalls — attractive prizes to be won ◇Balloon sculpturing workshop (only from l to 27 Aug) ◇International buffets-sizzling steaks, delicious kebabs and tasty satays ◇Cooking demonstration by renowned chef, Oliver Twist, on new cuisine (Only on 31 Aug) Call any of our 3 appointed travel agents for bookings. Business Hours: Mon-Fri, 10 am-7 pm. Sat 10 am-5 pm (Closed on Sun and Public Holidays) Six Stars Tours Tel: 65335555 MISA Travel Tel: 65381098 Tourworld Travel & Cruise Tel: 63386888 The Birthday offer will not be extended beyond the deadline. 40．What exactly is the promotion mentioned in this advertisement? A．Virgo Customers can enjoy 50% off for any order they place. B．Two customers can enjoy two single rooms at the price of one room, but have to pay their own handling fee and fuel surcharge. C．If one customer is travelling with someone whose zodiac sign is Virgo, he/ she doesn’t have to pay at all. D．Two customers, one of whom is born between 23 August and 22 September, can enjoy half price for a twin room, excluding handling fee and fuel surcharge 41．Mr. and Mrs. Tay have signed up for the promotion package but they are only able to apply for 1 day of leave during the week day. Which one of the following packages should they get? A．3-Night Phuket Cruise. B．2-Night Redang Cruise. C．2-Night Malacca Cruise. D．2-Night Cruise to nowhere. 42．Which is the best date for a music and food enthusiast to take the cruise? A．23 August. B．27 August. C．29 August. D．31 August. C China’s population is shrinking and ageing, a process that will quicken in 2025. The total fertility rate, or the average births per woman, has fallen to 1.1, far below the 2.1 needed to maintain a stable population. After a possible small post-pandemic uptick of births in 2024, the auspicious year of the dragon, the birth rate is expected to resume its decline. Meanwhile the number of people over 60 is expected to grow from 300m in 2023 to more than 400m by 2035 — that is, from one fifth to nearly one-third of the population. This bodes ill for China’s economy, with fewer young people working to support more old folks. But state planners think they have found a silver lining: the “silver economy”. In 2024 China’s State Council issued a policy document on promoting a “silver economy to improve the well-being of the elderly”. It called for companies to invest in elder-friendly industries such as smart health care, anti-ageing products, personal pensions and tourism. “Promote theme products such as nostalgic tours and youth tours,” it recommended. The state has also called upon local governments to develop better services for old people, such as meal deliveries, at-home health care and cultural enrichment activities. The focus on silver-haired spenders makes sense. The ageing society will have massive needs — and the coming generation of retirees will have money to spend. The UN estimates that the largest age group, aged 50 — 60, includes 230m people, most of whom will retire in the next decade. “They are the wealthiest sector of society,” says Tim Lie of Quantasing, an educational-technology firm that pivoted to focus on the silver economy in 2022. Older Chinese tend to be more frugal. But the growing groups of those in “new middle age” (45 — 60) and “old age” (over 60) are in a sweet spot in the middle, says Mr Xie. They spent most of their working lives in China’s boom years and are retiring with enough time to enjoy their savings. Quantasing has attracted 120m users to its online courses, which help retired people develop hobbies such as calligraphy, meditation and piano. Only 400,000 are paying customers so far, but Quantasing expects that number to grow as it expands into wellness products and tourism. There are challenges to developing the silver economy. The elderly are susceptible to scams. They will need consumer protection, even as the government encourages firms to sell them as much as possible. Chen Gong of Peking University warns that too many firms may be piling in without enough thorough research. “Many policies are shouting a lot but doing little,” he says. Cai Fang of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences points out that more welfare and social services for the elderly are needed. Silver-haired spending is bound to grow. It will be tougher to make sure that the well-being of China’s old folks grows along with it. 43．Which of the following best describes the relationship between China’s population change and the “silver economy”? A．The decline in the birth rate directly leads to the emergence of the “silver economy”. B．The “silver economy” is basically a result of the post-pandemic economic restructuring. C．The “silver economy” aims to reverse the trend of population shrinking and ageing. D．The growth of the elderly population and related challenges boost “silver economy”. 44．What does the underlined word “frugal” most likely mean in this context? A．Economical. B．Impulsive. C．Generous. D．Considerate. 45．What can be inferred from the fact that only 400,000 out of 120m Quantasing users are paying customers? A．The online courses provided by Quantasing are not tailored to the needs of the elderly. B．Retired people in China are generally not willing to subscribe to such courses. C．Quantasing has great potential to increase its revenue by improving its business model. D．The market for elder-friendly online courses is not promising in the predictable future. 46．Which of the following factors is least likely to contribute to the growth of the “silver economy” in China? A．The continuous increase in the number of retirees with certain financial resources. B．The measures to encourage young labour to apply themselves to support the elderly. C．The improvement of the quality of life and consumption concepts of the elderly. D．The effective implementation of policies to facilitate firms investing in elder-friendly industries. Section C Directions: Read the following passages. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. An environmental group in Colombia is leading a project to save wild areas in the San Lucas mountains with the help of coffee growers. 47 Colombia has more different kinds of living things than any country after neighboring Brazil, but destruction of forests has increased since 2016. Government information shows that in 2017, almost 220,000 hectares of forest were destroyed compared to 124,000 hectares in 2015. Areas like San Lucas have been threatened by mining and growers of coca plants, which are used to make the drug cocaine. To date, the project includes 10 families who farm 400 hectares of coffee plants. WebConserva said the project costs about $77,000 dollars a year. The group said it hopes that, in time, 200 families will be included. At that level, 20,000 hectares of untouched forest could be protected. In San Lucas, the families promise not to cut down trees to expand their crops or to hunt wild animals from the forest. 48 Arcadio Barajas is among those taking part. His new coffee plantation establishes a barrier between cattle ranches and forests where wild animals like the jaguar live and hunt. The presence of the coffee fields reduces the possibility that there will be conflict between cattle ranchers and the big cats. Barajas said that cutting down the forest to plant coca and killing wildlife were against his faith. 49 “I’m taking care of the environment, the forest and the animals, so that I don’t end up ruined as well,” he said. Arnobis Romero is a former coca grower and miner. He said many families depended on illegal activities to support their children. For example, at times one kilogram of Coca could be sold for $760. Romero said, “We feel really proud to look after this biodiversity and to leave it... for future generations.” 50 But each year, hundreds of thousands of hectares of land are destroyed. Activists want San Lucas to be protected as a national park, but the process has been slow. A．In return, they receive $250 to $300 for 125 kilograms of coffee. B．It protects forests, biodiversity and ecosystems at the same time. C．Colombia has set aside 16 percent of its territory as protected land. D．Gold mining and coca farming make more money than coffee growing E．But now he feels that growing coffee lets him be a good steward (管理人) of the land. F．The goal is to limit additional development in the northern San Lucas area which is rich in biodiversity, meaning many forms of life live there. III. Summary Writing (10分) 51．Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible. Should Schools Ban Smartphones? France has not allowed smartphone use in primary or secondary schools since 2018, claiming that it would help children focus, reduce their social-media use and alleviate online bullying. The key question is whether banning smartphones in schools offers any benefits to mental health. A recent study, led by Amy Orben at the University of Cambridge, asked 17, 409 people between the ages of 10 and 21 how satisfied they were with their lives and how much they used social media. The findings, reported in 2024 in Nature Communications, show that girls who increased their social media use over the course of a year were significantly less satisfied with their lives if the increase took place when they were between 11 and 13. Boys showed the same trend when increases took place when they were 14 or 15 years old. How much of this will change by banning phones in schools is unclear. In a paper published in the Lancet in February, Victoria Goodyear at the University of Birmingham compared the mental well-being of students in schools that implemented restrictive smartphone policies with those with relaxed policies. Her results show that, though those who spent more time on a smartphone overall have a decline in mental well-being, there was no difference between the two groups. She and her colleagues argue that setting up policies at schools alone is simply not enough. Researchers are trying to paint a complete picture with both hands tied behind their back. According to Dr Orben, social-media companies routinely refuse to give independent researchers access to detailed data on the behaviour of their users. This forces researchers to rely on less accurate proxy measures, like overall screen time. It means that children playing educational games are being put in the same analytical bin as children who are on social media. A more nuanced(细致的) picture of the effects of smartphones needs to be drawn. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ IV. Translation (第1-2句，每句3分；第3句，4分；第4句5分；共15分) Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets. 52．如果你矢志不渝且严于律己，你的努力最终一定会获得回报。(pay) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________ 53．当今社会，人们对跟团游的接受程度在不同地区都有所不同。(vary) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________ 54．随着网络的应用，持续了解全校师生发展的最新动态变得越来越便利。（track）(汉译英) _______________________________________________________________________________ 55．少数民族服饰是一个国家的文化符号，在不同的历史时期用自己的方式绽放美丽，未来也将在树立民族形象方面起到越来越重要的作用。(way) (汉译英) _________________________________________________________ V.Guided Writing (共25分) 56．Directions: Write an English composition in 100-120 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 假如你是明启中学高一学生李明。最近收到你就读于其他学校的好朋友张伟的邮件，他正在为选科的事情纠结：究竟该理化双选还是选自己喜欢的科目？就此想征求你的意见。请回复一封邮件，谈谈你的看法。（选修课程：optional course  文科：liberal arts  理科：sciences) 你的邮件内容需包括： 你的建议； 你的理由。 （文中不得出现真实姓名和学校名称） _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 试题 第3页（共8页） 试题 第4页（共8页） 试题 第1页（共8页） 试题 第2页（共8页） 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 3 The way we are单元自测·基础卷 （考试时间：90分钟 试卷满分：115分） 注意事项： 1．本试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分。答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 2．回答第Ⅰ卷时，选出每小题答案后，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，再选涂其他答案标号。写在本试卷上无效。 3．回答第Ⅱ卷时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 4．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 I. Grammar and Vocabulary （每题1分；共20分） Section A Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank. How sneaker culture took over the world Sneakers have come a long way from when they were first invented in 1860s England for the upper-class playing croquet (槌球) and tennis. Long worn for function 1 fashion, today sneakers have become an entire culture—both a form of self-expression and a high art found in museum exhibits and designer auction houses. 2 transformed sneaker culture into a true phenomenon was the 1985 release of Nike’s Air Jordan 1s. In 1984, Michael Jordan was a talented rookie who had yet to play in a professional game. 3 that, Nike saw Jordan as the future of their brand, signing him to a five-year, $2.5 million endorsement (代言) deal. 4 Jordan matured into one of the greatest basketball players of all time, the sneaker’s popularity skyrocketed. Meanwhile, another cultural shift 5 (take) place with casual Fridays introduced in white-collar businesses. It was when men were allowed to put aside their suits and wear something one day a week that showed people who they really were. As sneakers became increasingly desired, footwear companies turned to 6 (generate) even more publicity by collaborating with celebrities and luxury brands, as well as releasing small batches of limited-edition shoes with eye-pop ping designs. Celebrities also started their collaborations with sneaker brands, which helped target a whole new demographic of people to experience sneaker culture. It was a blending of high and low fashion, 7 the shoe industry has never really seen before. A pair that Jordan wore in his legendary final NBA season 8 (sell) even for $2.2 mllion, making them the most expensive sneakers ever to appear at auction. By the mid-2010s, speakers 9 (become) solid gold status symbols. Wearing rare and cool sneakers became an expression of one’s social status. But not until recently, sneakers are finally getting their due as part of our cultural heritage—and particularly how Black culture has shaped that heritage. It took decades for the sneaker industry to recognize that 10 these Black athletes or artists that championed their products, there would be no sneaker culture. Section B Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A．diversity  B．conclusive  C． widespread  D．influential  E. spectator  F. outcome  G. consistent  H. stamina  I. varsity  J. referee  K. coverage The Power of Sports Sports hold a special place in our lives, uniting people from all walks of life. Whether you're actively involved as a player or an eager 11 , the thrill of a live sports event is undeniable. At 12 and professional levels, sports teams are like close-knit communities. Each member brings a unique trait to the group. For example, in a soccer team, some players might be known for their exceptional ball-control skills, while others have a knack for strategic positioning. This 13 within the team is crucial for its success. Coaches play a(n) 14 role, guiding players with their expertise, devising game plans, and motivating the team to perform at its best. Their input often has a direct bearing on the 15 of a match. Training for sports requires a great deal of 16 . Athletes spend countless hours practicing, running drills, and engaging in strength-training exercises. They know that 17 effort is the key to achieving their goals. Whether it's improving their speed, endurance, or technique, every bit of hard work counts. The impact of sports is 18 . It goes beyond the boundaries of the playing field. Sports can boost a person's self-confidence; teach valuable teamwork skills; and even foster a sense of national pride during international competitions. The media 19 of major sports events ensures that their influence reaches a global audience. Studies have provided 20 evidence of the numerous benefits of sports. Regular participation in sports is linked to better physical health, improved mental well-being, and enhanced social connections. In short, sports are not just about games; they're a powerful force that enriches our lives in many ways. II. Reading Comprehension (21 – 35题，每题1分；36 – 50题，每题2分；共45分) Section A Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. “Rezel Rezel!” The video call is coming. Time to put on your “Zoom-Shirt”! “Zoom-Shirt” is a new 21 created by The New York Times. It 22 a smart item of clothing for the upper part of a person’s body during his or her online video conferences. Recently, “Zoom-Shits” have become a hot topic for conversation. According to a survey, about 42 percent of camera-ready homo workers 23 at least one “Zoom-Shirt”. Unlike 24 working clothes, “Zoom-Shirt” are casual shirts. They can be long-sleeved button-up shirts or just blouses. Besides being 25 “Zoom-Shirts” are also special in two ways. First, such shirts don’t have to 26 one’s other clothing. Spencer X Smith is the founder of the company “AmpliPhi”. His working clothes consist of shorts, “more-often-than-not” zero shoes and a “Zoom-Shirt”. A “Zoom-Shirt” aims to give people a/an   27 look while they are on camera. People needn’t make their shirts go with their pants or shoes because only the 28 part of the person’s body will be seen by the camera. Second, a “Zoom-Shirt” is usually 29 at hand. People can put it on the sofa in their room. Or, they may just hang it on the back of the chair. People can 30 a “Zoom-Shirt” just before the web-camera lights up. Once the 31 is over, they can at once take it off and put on whatever they like instead. Charlie Teasdale is a style director at a fashion magazine. In his opinion, dress codes have been gradually 32 for some time now. 33 , in recent years, many companies have done away with suits and ties for most employees — especially on Fridays. With the new working-from-home rules, people’s 34 about what to wear while at work are also changing. So one day, “Zoom-Shirts” are likely to become a part of the regular office wear. What do you think about this 35 ? Will we all learn to dress for Zoom meetings? 21．A．dress B．code C．term D．mystery 22．A．concludes B．means C．prepares D．requires 23．A．design B．operate C．own D．prefer 24．A．available B．visible C．feasible D．traditional 25．A．simple B．weird C．recognizable D．changeable 26．A．replace B．iron C．hide D．match 27．A．imaginary B．messy C．professional D．mature 28．A．important B．upper C．remaining D．active 29．A．kept B．brought C．applied D．sent 30．A．wear B．grab C．skip D．cover 31．A．acting B．performing C．filming D．meeting 32．A．relaxing B．returning C．repeating D．refilling 33．A．However B．Therefore C．Instead D．Actually 34．A．origins B．ideas C．measures D．competitions 35．A．myth B．rumor C．change D．puzzle Section B Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. A Many trees in the Brackham area were brought down in the terrible storms. The town itself lost two great lime trees from the former market square. The disappearance of such prominent features had altered the appearance of the town center entirely, much to the annoyance of its conservative inhabitants. Among the annoyed, under normal circumstances, would have been Chief Inspector Douglas Pelham, head of the local police force. But at the height of that week’s storm, when the winds brought down even the mature walnut tree in his garden, Pelham had in fact been in no fit state to notice. A large and healthy man, he had for the first time in his life been seriously ill with an attack of bronchitis (支气管炎). When he first complained of an aching head and tightness in his chest, his wife, Molly, had tried to persuade him to go to the doctor. Convinced that the police force could not do without him, he had, as usual, ignored her and attempted to carry on working. It was only when his colleague, Sergeant Lloyd, took the initiative and drove him to the doctor’s door that he finally gave in. In no time at all, Lloyd took him to the chemist’s to get his prescribed antibiotics and then home to Molly, who sent him straight to bed. When Molly told him, on the Thursday morning, that the walnut tree had been brought down during the night, Pelham wasn’t been able to take it in. On Thursday evening, he asked weakly about damage to the house, groaned thankfully when he heard there was none, and pulled the sheets over his head. It wasn’t until Saturday, when the antibiotics took effect, his temperature dropped and he got up, that he realized with a shock that the loss of the walnut tree had made a permanent difference to the appearance of the living-room. Previously, the view from the living-room had featured the handsome walnut tree. This has not darkened the room because there was also a window on the opposite wall, but it had provided interesting patterns of light and shade that disguised (掩饰) the true state of the worn furniture in the living room. Also, the leafy garden had created an impression of privacy. With the tree gone, the room seemed cruelly bright, its worn furnishings exposed in all their shabbiness (简陋). And the view from the window didn’t bear looking at. 36．Why were some people in Brackham annoyed after the storm? A．The town looked different. B．The police had done little to help. C．No market could be held. D．Fallen trees had not been removed. 37．From the third paragraph, what do we learn about Chief Inspector Pelham and his work? A．He found his work extremely annoying. B．He was sure that he played a vital role in his work. C．He considered the police systems not efficient. D．He did not trust the decisions made by his superiors. 38．When Inspector Pelham’s wife told him about the walnut tree, he appeared to be ________. A．relaxed. B．shocked. C．saddened. D．uninterested. 39．What was the impact of the storm on the Pelhams’ living-room? A．It was pleasantly brighter. B．It felt less private. C．It had a better view. D．It looked less shabby. B Cruise on the brand-new D’Virgos! Here’s a heavenly treat for all Virgos. If your birthday falls between 23 August and 22 September, enjoy a FREE cruise on the brand-new D’Virgos, when accompanied by a full paying partner. Simply book by 30 June to enjoy this offer. 2-Night Malacca or Redang Cruise Departure: Wed-$616 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1076) 2-Night Cruise to nowhere Departure: Fri-$806 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1456) 2-Night Langkawi Cruise Departure: Fri-$836 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1516) 3-Night Penang or Phuket Cruise Departure: Sun-$1044 for 2 persons (Usual Price: $1834) All fares are based on twin-sharing and include passenger handling fee and fuel surcharge. To enjoy the offer, at least one passenger must be born between 23 Aug-22 Sept and cruising with a full-paying passenger sharing the same cabin. Applicable for new bookings only. Promotion is subject to cabin availability and is capacity controlled. Catch the world-famous singing JUMBOS at Stars Theatre ◇Live performance on D’Virgos at $38 per person ◇Only on 29&31 Aug departures ◇No admission for those below age 12 Other ATTRACTIONS ◇Traditional game stalls — attractive prizes to be won ◇Balloon sculpturing workshop (only from l to 27 Aug) ◇International buffets-sizzling steaks, delicious kebabs and tasty satays ◇Cooking demonstration by renowned chef, Oliver Twist, on new cuisine (Only on 31 Aug) Call any of our 3 appointed travel agents for bookings. Business Hours: Mon-Fri, 10 am-7 pm. Sat 10 am-5 pm (Closed on Sun and Public Holidays) Six Stars Tours Tel: 65335555 MISA Travel Tel: 65381098 Tourworld Travel & Cruise Tel: 63386888 The Birthday offer will not be extended beyond the deadline. 40．What exactly is the promotion mentioned in this advertisement? A．Virgo Customers can enjoy 50% off for any order they place. B．Two customers can enjoy two single rooms at the price of one room, but have to pay their own handling fee and fuel surcharge. C．If one customer is travelling with someone whose zodiac sign is Virgo, he/ she doesn’t have to pay at all. D．Two customers, one of whom is born between 23 August and 22 September, can enjoy half price for a twin room, excluding handling fee and fuel surcharge 41．Mr. and Mrs. Tay have signed up for the promotion package but they are only able to apply for 1 day of leave during the week day. Which one of the following packages should they get? A．3-Night Phuket Cruise. B．2-Night Redang Cruise. C．2-Night Malacca Cruise. D．2-Night Cruise to nowhere. 42．Which is the best date for a music and food enthusiast to take the cruise? A．23 August. B．27 August. C．29 August. D．31 August. C China’s population is shrinking and ageing, a process that will quicken in 2025. The total fertility rate, or the average births per woman, has fallen to 1.1, far below the 2.1 needed to maintain a stable population. After a possible small post-pandemic uptick of births in 2024, the auspicious year of the dragon, the birth rate is expected to resume its decline. Meanwhile the number of people over 60 is expected to grow from 300m in 2023 to more than 400m by 2035 — that is, from one fifth to nearly one-third of the population. This bodes ill for China’s economy, with fewer young people working to support more old folks. But state planners think they have found a silver lining: the “silver economy”. In 2024 China’s State Council issued a policy document on promoting a “silver economy to improve the well-being of the elderly”. It called for companies to invest in elder-friendly industries such as smart health care, anti-ageing products, personal pensions and tourism. “Promote theme products such as nostalgic tours and youth tours,” it recommended. The state has also called upon local governments to develop better services for old people, such as meal deliveries, at-home health care and cultural enrichment activities. The focus on silver-haired spenders makes sense. The ageing society will have massive needs — and the coming generation of retirees will have money to spend. The UN estimates that the largest age group, aged 50 — 60, includes 230m people, most of whom will retire in the next decade. “They are the wealthiest sector of society,” says Tim Lie of Quantasing, an educational-technology firm that pivoted to focus on the silver economy in 2022. Older Chinese tend to be more frugal. But the growing groups of those in “new middle age” (45 — 60) and “old age” (over 60) are in a sweet spot in the middle, says Mr Xie. They spent most of their working lives in China’s boom years and are retiring with enough time to enjoy their savings. Quantasing has attracted 120m users to its online courses, which help retired people develop hobbies such as calligraphy, meditation and piano. Only 400,000 are paying customers so far, but Quantasing expects that number to grow as it expands into wellness products and tourism. There are challenges to developing the silver economy. The elderly are susceptible to scams. They will need consumer protection, even as the government encourages firms to sell them as much as possible. Chen Gong of Peking University warns that too many firms may be piling in without enough thorough research. “Many policies are shouting a lot but doing little,” he says. Cai Fang of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences points out that more welfare and social services for the elderly are needed. Silver-haired spending is bound to grow. It will be tougher to make sure that the well-being of China’s old folks grows along with it. 43．Which of the following best describes the relationship between China’s population change and the “silver economy”? A．The decline in the birth rate directly leads to the emergence of the “silver economy”. B．The “silver economy” is basically a result of the post-pandemic economic restructuring. C．The “silver economy” aims to reverse the trend of population shrinking and ageing. D．The growth of the elderly population and related challenges boost “silver economy”. 44．What does the underlined word “frugal” most likely mean in this context? A．Economical. B．Impulsive. C．Generous. D．Considerate. 45．What can be inferred from the fact that only 400,000 out of 120m Quantasing users are paying customers? A．The online courses provided by Quantasing are not tailored to the needs of the elderly. B．Retired people in China are generally not willing to subscribe to such courses. C．Quantasing has great potential to increase its revenue by improving its business model. D．The market for elder-friendly online courses is not promising in the predictable future. 46．Which of the following factors is least likely to contribute to the growth of the “silver economy” in China? A．The continuous increase in the number of retirees with certain financial resources. B．The measures to encourage young labour to apply themselves to support the elderly. C．The improvement of the quality of life and consumption concepts of the elderly. D．The effective implementation of policies to facilitate firms investing in elder-friendly industries. Section C Directions: Read the following passages. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. An environmental group in Colombia is leading a project to save wild areas in the San Lucas mountains with the help of coffee growers. 47 Colombia has more different kinds of living things than any country after neighboring Brazil, but destruction of forests has increased since 2016. Government information shows that in 2017, almost 220,000 hectares of forest were destroyed compared to 124,000 hectares in 2015. Areas like San Lucas have been threatened by mining and growers of coca plants, which are used to make the drug cocaine. To date, the project includes 10 families who farm 400 hectares of coffee plants. WebConserva said the project costs about $77,000 dollars a year. The group said it hopes that, in time, 200 families will be included. At that level, 20,000 hectares of untouched forest could be protected. In San Lucas, the families promise not to cut down trees to expand their crops or to hunt wild animals from the forest. 48 Arcadio Barajas is among those taking part. His new coffee plantation establishes a barrier between cattle ranches and forests where wild animals like the jaguar live and hunt. The presence of the coffee fields reduces the possibility that there will be conflict between cattle ranchers and the big cats. Barajas said that cutting down the forest to plant coca and killing wildlife were against his faith. 49 “I’m taking care of the environment, the forest and the animals, so that I don’t end up ruined as well,” he said. Arnobis Romero is a former coca grower and miner. He said many families depended on illegal activities to support their children. For example, at times one kilogram of Coca could be sold for $760. Romero said, “We feel really proud to look after this biodiversity and to leave it... for future generations.” 50 But each year, hundreds of thousands of hectares of land are destroyed. Activists want San Lucas to be protected as a national park, but the process has been slow. A．In return, they receive $250 to $300 for 125 kilograms of coffee. B．It protects forests, biodiversity and ecosystems at the same time. C．Colombia has set aside 16 percent of its territory as protected land. D．Gold mining and coca farming make more money than coffee growing E．But now he feels that growing coffee lets him be a good steward (管理人) of the land. F．The goal is to limit additional development in the northern San Lucas area which is rich in biodiversity, meaning many forms of life live there. III. Summary Writing (10分) 51．Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible. Should Schools Ban Smartphones? France has not allowed smartphone use in primary or secondary schools since 2018, claiming that it would help children focus, reduce their social-media use and alleviate online bullying. The key question is whether banning smartphones in schools offers any benefits to mental health. A recent study, led by Amy Orben at the University of Cambridge, asked 17, 409 people between the ages of 10 and 21 how satisfied they were with their lives and how much they used social media. The findings, reported in 2024 in Nature Communications, show that girls who increased their social media use over the course of a year were significantly less satisfied with their lives if the increase took place when they were between 11 and 13. Boys showed the same trend when increases took place when they were 14 or 15 years old. How much of this will change by banning phones in schools is unclear. In a paper published in the Lancet in February, Victoria Goodyear at the University of Birmingham compared the mental well-being of students in schools that implemented restrictive smartphone policies with those with relaxed policies. Her results show that, though those who spent more time on a smartphone overall have a decline in mental well-being, there was no difference between the two groups. She and her colleagues argue that setting up policies at schools alone is simply not enough. Researchers are trying to paint a complete picture with both hands tied behind their back. According to Dr Orben, social-media companies routinely refuse to give independent researchers access to detailed data on the behaviour of their users. This forces researchers to rely on less accurate proxy measures, like overall screen time. It means that children playing educational games are being put in the same analytical bin as children who are on social media. A more nuanced(细致的) picture of the effects of smartphones needs to be drawn. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ IV. Translation (第1-2句，每句3分；第3句，4分；第4句5分；共15分) Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets. 52．如果你矢志不渝且严于律己，你的努力最终一定会获得回报。(pay) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________ 53．当今社会，人们对跟团游的接受程度在不同地区都有所不同。(vary) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________ 54．随着网络的应用，持续了解全校师生发展的最新动态变得越来越便利。（track）(汉译英) _______________________________________________________________________________ 55．少数民族服饰是一个国家的文化符号，在不同的历史时期用自己的方式绽放美丽，未来也将在树立民族形象方面起到越来越重要的作用。(way) (汉译英) _________________________________________________________ V.Guided Writing (共25分) 56．Directions: Write an English composition in 100-120 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 假如你是明启中学高一学生李明。最近收到你就读于其他学校的好朋友张伟的邮件，他正在为选科的事情纠结：究竟该理化双选还是选自己喜欢的科目？就此想征求你的意见。请回复一封邮件，谈谈你的看法。（选修课程：optional course  文科：liberal arts  理科：sciences) 你的邮件内容需包括： 你的建议； 你的理由。 （文中不得出现真实姓名和学校名称） _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司1 / 23 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 3 The way we are单元自测·基础卷 （考试时间：90分钟 试卷满分：115分） （参考答案） 1．rather than/instead of 2．What 3．Despite 4．As 5．was taking 6．generating 7．which 8．was sold/sold 9．had become 10．without 11．E 12．I 13．A 14．D 15．F 16．H 17．G 18．C 19．K 20．B 21．C 22．B 23．C 24．D 25．A 26．D 27．C 28．B 29．A 30．B 31．D 32．A 33．D 34．B 35．C 36．A 37．B 38．B 39．B 40．D 41．D 42．D 43．D 44．A 45．C 46．B 47．F 48．A 49．E 50．C 51．The passage mainly explores whether banning smartphones in schools benefits students' mental health. It presents studies showing that increased social media use correlates with lower life satisfaction in certain age groups, but notes that school policies alone may not suffice, and highlights the challenge of researching this issue due to data limitations. 52．If you are unswerving in your pursuit and strict with yourself, your efforts will eventually pay off. 53．In today’s society, people’s acceptance of package tours varies in different regions. 54．With the application of the Internet, it is becoming more and more convenient to constantly/persistently/continuously keep track of/track the latest updates of all the teachers and students in the school. 55．Ethnic minority costumes serve as cultural symbols of a nation, blossoming in their own ways during different historical periods, and will also play an increasingly important role in shaping national identity in the future. 56．Dear Zhang Wei, Having received your email and understand that you’re facing a tough decision regarding your optional courses, I’d like to share my thoughts on this matter. Firstly, I suggest you choose the subjects that you are genuinely interested in, because being passionate about a subject often leads to better performance. If you have a strong liking for a particular subject, such as art, literature, or even a science topic that fascinates you, pursuing it can make your study experience more enjoyable and fulfilling. Secondly, consider your future aspirations. Think about what career path you might want to take in the future. It’s essential to align your current studies with your long-term goals. In conclusion, my advice is to weigh your interests and consider your future plans. Whatever decision you make, make sure it’s one that you feel good about and that will help you grow academically and personally. Wishing you all the best in making this important choice! Best regards, Li Ming 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司1 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $