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2027届高二年级英语阶段性练习一
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题:每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音读两遍。
1. What will the speakers do first?
A. Employ more workers. B. Purchase some computers. C. Upgrade the computer system.
2. What happened to the lab equipment?
A.It was delayed in delivery. B. It was canceled for shipping. C. It was replaced by the supplier.
3.What does the woman think of the film?
A. Romantic. B. Exciting. C. Boring.
4. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Their daily activities. B. Their personal qualities. C. Their career plans.
5. What is the probable relationship between David and Jennifer?
A. Cousins. B. Club members. C. Schoolmates.
第二节(共15小题:每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音读两遍。
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
6. What did the man dislike about the restaurant?
A. The space. B. The staff. C. The dishes.
7. What will the woman probably do next weekend?
A. Cook some fish dishes. B. Celebrate her birthday. C. Visit the restaurant.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
8. What should be in the first section of the reflective journal?
A. Personal study goals. B. Suggestions from others. C. Questions assigned by professors.
9. What will the woman do next?
A. Create some slides. B. Surf the Internet. C. Meet Professor May.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题
10. What is probably the woman?
A. A repair worker. B. A construction manager. C. A school official.
11. What changed the man’s original plan?
A. The schedule of exams. B. The severity of the storm. C. The extent of the damage.
12. What will be dealt with first?
A. The fallen trees. B. The damaged roof. C. The broken windows.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
13. What does the woman do before starting the survey?
A. She asks about the man’s employer.
B. She comments on some companies.
C. She shares her shopping preferences.
14. What is the purpose of the man’s survey?
A. To sell food for children.
B. To promote eco-friendly shopping.
C. To reduce the cost of some products.
15. What kind of product packaging does the woman support?
A. Luxurious. B. Bright. C. Simple.
16. What is the woman’s opinion on buying eco-friendly products?
A. It’s troublesome. B. It’s necessary. C. It’s common.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。
17. Where is the speaker likely to be?
A. In an art workshop. B. In a bookstore. C. In a music classroom.
18. What did the speaker do after graduating from college?
A. He published a book. B. He worked as a collector. C. He drew pictures for books.
19. What do potential clients expect artists to have?
A. Printed works. B. Competition experience. C. Modern artwork collections.
20. How can listeners prepare collections of their best artwork?
A. By joining an art workshop.
B. By showing artwork with text.
C. By placing artwork on the website.
第二部分 阅读理解(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳答案。
A
When daily chores and stress make life dull, there are always beautiful little joys and unique experiences to discover around us. Here, we’ve gathered some lovely finds for you, hoping you’ll pause from the hustle and enjoy these wonderful moments that brighten life.
Copperwood Trail
Connecting humans and horses, Copperwood Trail offers a diverse range of experiences in Whitchurch-Stouffville. From country coffee in the company of horses and Equine Assisted Learning sessions, to introductory courses on horse behaviour and body language, it has something for everyone. This peaceful family farm is committed to providing a safe, quiet rural escape for all visitors eager for close contact with animals and nature.
Four Seasons Hotel
To mark the arrival of summer, Four Seasons Hotel has opened its seasonal patio. With a new menu and annual mural installation, it shows respect for the French Riviera and Mediterranean coastline. The mural is created by Victoria Sequeira, who says, “I want to spark a visual journey for guests — one full of warmth, peace and a touch of Mediterranean magic.”
River Cottage
Since its debut (首次亮相) on British television’s Channel 4 in 1999, River Cottage has had a positive influence on the country’s eating habits and the welfare of its animals and fish. It’s currently home to a cookery school, dining experiences and a calendar of events. The attractive property also offers accommodation in its farmhouse as well as fantastic views of the surrounding Axe Valley.
Green Hill Gardens
Tucked away in the quiet countryside, the family-run Green Hill Gardens has a decades-long history. It offers gentle nature experiences like guided walks, flower tours, herb craft workshops and glasshouse afternoon tea. As a calm natural retreat, the garden follows eco-friendly practices to protect local wildlife, inviting visitors to slow down and enjoy nature’s simple beauty.
1. What is the purpose of this text?
A. To introduce stress-relieving tips. B. To advertise popular attractions.
C. To recommend pleasant getaways. D. To explore nature-friendly ways.
2. If you’re a mural lover, which will you choose?
A. Copperwood Trail. B. Four Seasons Hotel. C. River Cottage. D. Green Hill Gardens.
3. What do Copperwood Trail and Green Hill Gardens have in common?
A. They are managed by a family. B. They have eco-friendly practices.
C. They focus on animal protection. D. They provide many craft activities.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章推荐了四个令人愉悦的去处,包括农场、酒店、庄园和花园,帮助人们摆脱忙碌与压力,享受美好时光。
【1题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“When daily chores and stress make life dull, there are always beautiful little joys and unique experiences to discover around us. Here, we’ve gathered some lovely finds for you, hoping you’ll pause from the hustle and enjoy these wonderful moments that brighten life.(当日常琐事和压力让生活变得乏味时,我们身边总有美好的小乐趣和独特的体验等待发现。在这里,我们为你收集了一些美好的去处,希望你能停下忙碌,享受这些点亮生活的美好瞬间)”可知,本文目的是推荐令人愉悦的短途度假地。故选C项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Four Seasons Hotel标题下“To mark the arrival of summer, Four Seasons Hotel has opened its seasonal patio. With a new menu and annual mural installation, it shows respect for the French Riviera and Mediterranean coastline. The mural is created by Victoria Sequeira, who says, “I want to spark a visual journey for guests — one full of warmth, peace and a touch of Mediterranean magic.”(为了迎接夏天的到来,四季酒店开放了季节性露台。凭借新菜单和年度壁画装置,它向法国里维埃拉和地中海海岸线致敬。这幅壁画由维多利亚・塞克拉创作,她说:“我想为客人开启一段视觉之旅 —— 一段充满温暖、宁静和一丝地中海魅力的旅程。”)”可知,如果你是壁画爱好者,可以选择四季酒店。故选B项。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Copperwood Trail标题下“This peaceful family farm is committed to providing a safe, quiet rural escape for all visitors eager for close contact with animals and nature.(这个宁静的家庭农场致力于为所有渴望与动物和自然亲密接触的游客提供一个安全、安静的乡村避风港。)”和Green Hill Gardens标题下“Tucked away in the quiet countryside, the family-run Green Hill Gardens has a decades-long history.(坐落在宁静的乡村,家族经营的青山花园有着数十年的历史)”可知,两者的共同点是都由家族经营管理。故选A项。
B
Victoria Rinsma, sous chef at Michelin-recognized Hexagon in Ontario, has earned her place among the world’s top 15 culinary (烹饪的) talents after winning last year’s Canadian title. Her signature dish “Across the Sea and Home Again” is both personal and distinctly Canadian. It blends traditional East Coast comfort food from her grandmother’s homemade recipes with contemporary techniques she has perfected in Hexagon kitchen. She considers the dish as the purest form of expression of her culinary journey.
Rinsma is trained by Hexagon’s executive chef Rafael Covarrubias, who won the 2019 Canadian title and represented Canada in Milan in 2021. He offers much more than just technical support; he also coaches her on mental resilience, arming her with all-round preparation for the contest. That sense of continuity of one generation of chefs lifting the next helps make Canadian cuisine globally renowned for diversity, regionality and innovation.
Now she will test her signature dish under the supervision of international judges in Milan for the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Award 2024-25, a platform highlighting technical ability, creativity, sustainability and storytelling through food. For Rinsma, it’s a chance to bring Canadian ingredients and identity to a global audience.
In Milan, she will share the stage with fellow chefs from every corner of the world: chefs from Panama, Slovenia, South Africa, the United States and the United Kingdom and so on. Each will present a unique dish shaped by their own culture and training. Together, they represent the future of global food culture.
Rinsma’s plan for the future draws equally from memory and ambition. By weaving her grandmother’s beloved East Coast flavours into a dish refined for one of the world’s most demanding culinary competitions, she bridges past and present, home and away.
4. What is special about Rinsma’s signature dish?
A. Conventional techniques. B. Grandmother’s recipe inspiration.
C. Hexagon chefs’joint efforts. D. Personalized and Canadian features.
5. What role has Rafael Covarrubias played in Rinsma’s culinary journey?
A. Representing Canada with her. B. Offering her full-range support.
C. Shaping her award-winning dish. D. Teaching her basic cooking skills.
6. What do we know about the culinary competition in Milan?
A. It requires dish storytelling. B. It tops the world’s culinary contest.
C. It prioritizes cooking techniques. D. It targets chefs from Asian regions.
7. Which of the following best describes Rinsma as a chef?
A. Modest and skillful. B. Dynamic and competitive.
C. Creative and patriotic. D. Cautious and independent.
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述加拿大青年厨师 Victoria Rinsma凭借融合传统与现代的招牌菜入围国际赛事,获导师全方位支持,将向世界展现加拿大美食文化。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“Her signature dish “Across the Sea and Home Again” is both personal and distinctly Canadian.(她的招牌菜“Across the Sea and Home Again”兼具个人特色与鲜明的加拿大风格。)”可知,这道菜的特别之处在于个性化且具有加拿大特色。故选D项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“He offers much more than just technical support; he also coaches her on mental resilience, arming her with all-round preparation for the contest.(他不仅提供技术支持,还在心理韧性方面指导她,让她为比赛做好全方位准备。)”可知,Rafael为Rinsma提供了全方位的支持。故选B项。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Now she will test her signature dish under the supervision of international judges in Milan for the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Award 2024-25, a platform highlighting technical ability, creativity, sustainability and storytelling through food.(现在,她将在米兰的国际评委的监督下,用她的招牌菜角逐2024-25年度圣培露青年厨师学院奖,该平台注重厨艺技艺、创意、可持续性及食物背后的故事表达。)”可知,比赛要求菜品具备故事性。故选A项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“It blends traditional East Coast comfort food from her grandmother’s homemade recipes with contemporary techniques she has perfected in Hexagon kitchen. (这道菜融合了源自她祖母家传食谱的加拿大东海岸传统家常美味,以及她在Hexagon餐厅厨房中打磨成熟的现代烹饪技法。)”体现创意,以及第三段“For Rinsma, it’s a chance to bring Canadian ingredients and identity to a global audience.(对Rinsma而言,这是一个向全球观众展现加拿大食材与民族特色的宝贵机会。)”体现爱国情怀,由此可知,Rinsma富有创造力且爱国。故选C项。
C
If you could be anybody in the world, who would it be? Your neighbour or a super star? A few people have experienced what it might be like to step into the skin of another person, thanks to an unusual virtual reality(虚拟现实)device. Rikke Wahl, an actress, model and artist, was one of the participants in a body swapping experiment at the Be Another lab, a project developed by a group of artists based in Barcelona. She swapped with her partner, an actor, using a machine called The Machine to Be Another and temporarily became a man. "As I looked down, I saw my whole body as a man, dressed in my partner's pants," she said. "That's the picture I remember best."
The set-up is relatively simple. Both users wear a virtual reality headset with a camera on the top. The video from each camera is sent to the other person, so what you see is the exact view of your partner. If she moves her arm, you see it. If you move your arm, she sees it.
To get used to seeing another person's body without actually having control of it, participants start by raising their arms and legs very slowly, so that the other can follow along. Eventually, this kind of slow synchronised(同步的)movement becomes comfortable, and participants really start to feel as though they are living in another person's body.
Using such technology promises to alter people's behaviour afterwards-potentially for the better. Studies have shown that virtual reality can be effective in fighting racism-the bias(偏见)that humans have against those who don't look or sound like them. Researchers at the University of Barcelona gave people a questionnaire called the Implicit Association Test, which measures the strength of people's associations between, for instance, black people and adjectives such as good, bad, athletic or awkward. Then they asked them to control the body of a dark skinned digital character using virtual reality glasses, before taking the test again. This time, the participants' bias scores were lower. The idea is that once you've "put yourself in another's shoes" you're less likely to think ill of them, because your brain has internalised the feeling of being that person.
The creators of The Machine to Be Another hope to achieve a similar result. "At the end of body swapping, people feel like holding each other in their arms," says Arthur Pointeau, a programmer with the project. "It's a really nice way to have this kind of experience. I would really, really recommend it to everyone."
8. The word "swapping" (paragraph 1) is closest in meaning to______.
A. building B. exchanging C. controlling D. transplanting
9. We can infer from the experiment at the Be Another lab that______.
A. our feelings are related to our bodily experience
B. we can learn to take control of other people's bodies
C. participants will live more passionately after the experiment
D. The Machine to Be Another can help people change their sexes
10. In the Implicit Association Test, before the participants used virtual reality glasses to control a dark skinned digital character, ______.
A. they fought strongly against racism
B. they scored lower on the test for racism
C. they changed their behaviour dramatically
D. they were more biased against those unlike them
11. It can be concluded from the passage that______.
A. technology helps people realize their dreams
B. our biases could be eliminated through experiments
C. virtual reality helps promote understanding among people
D. our points of view about others need changing constantly
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. D 11. C
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一种Be another lab的体验,可以让人们互换角色,这样可以一定程度上消除人们的偏见,也可以促进人与人的相互理解。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第一段的最后的描写:She swapped with her partner, an actor, using a machine called The Machine to Be Another and temporarily became a man. "As I looked down, I saw my whole body as a man, dressed in my partner's pants," she said. "That's the picture I remember best."可知,她和她的搭档,一个演员,用一台叫The Machine to Be Another交换了身体。”她说:“当我往下看时,我看到我整个身体都是男人,穿着我搭档的裤子。”这是我记得最清楚的照片。所以女演员和男演员互换了角色,故根据上下文语境可以判断出,swapping的意思是“交换”,故选B。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第三段的最后一句话:Eventually, this kind of slow synchronised(同步的)movement becomes comfortable, and participants really start to feel as though they are living in another person's body.可知,最终,这种缓慢的同步运动变得舒适起来,参与者真的开始觉得他们好像生活在另一个人的身体里。从Be another lab的体验可以推断出我们的感觉和身体的经验有关,故选A
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第四段Studies have shown that virtual reality can be effective in fighting racism-the bias(偏见)that humans have against those who don't look or sound like them.可知,研究表明,虚拟现实可以有效地打击种族主义,即人类对那些长得或听起来不像他们的人的偏见。所以在the Implicit Association test中,在参与者使用虚拟现实的眼镜控制一个黑色皮肤的人之前,他们对不像他们的人物更有偏见,选D。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第三段和第四段The idea is that once you've "put yourself in another's shoes" you're less likely to think ill of them, because your brain has internalised the feeling of being that person. At the end of body swapping, people feel like holding each other in their arms," says Arthur Pointeau, a programmer with the project可知,这个想法是,一旦你“设身处地地处在别人的位置时”,你就不太可能对他们不好,因为你的大脑已经内化了成为那个人的感觉。在身体交换后,人们想要张开双臂,彼此拥抱。故判断出虚拟现实帮助促进人们之间的理解,故选C。
D
Despite decades of medical advances, detecting health-related molecule (分子) still relies on bodily liquids like blood, requiring blood draws from most patients, especially people with diabetes who need frequent finger pricks. However, researchers from the University of Chicago have developed a portable device named ABLE, which collects and detects molecules in the air. This 4×8-inch device is a potential game-changer for medicine and public health.
Detecting molecules in the air has long fallen behind liquid detection, mainly because target particles (微粒) are extremely dilute — there may be only one in a trillion. To solve this problem, the team turned air into liquid. The device draws in air, adds water vapor with a humidifier, and cools it to turn air into small drops. These drops trap particles and slide into a small container, making detection easy with common tools used for liquid analysis.
Early tests proved its effectiveness. It caught easily evaporated (挥发的) coffee vapor, detected glucose in breath, identified E. coli in the air, and found signs of inflammation (炎症) in mice with unhealthy gut bacteria. Obviously, it solved the problem of capturing molecules that evaporate easily — a major worry during the device’s development.
The device was first inspired by the need for non-invasive tests for premature babies in ICUs. These fragile babies are likely to have health problems, and repeated blood tests may put them in danger. Doctors hope the device can track health signs without taking blood, protecting these high-risk patients. It also shows promise for diagnosing inflammatory bowel disease, though the related breath signs first need to be recorded. The team plans to improve and make it smaller to create a wearable device for daily use.
Besides medical uses, this achievement may open the door to new physics research on air impurities and state changes of matter. As a new tool for detecting air chemistry, ABLE fills the space between air and liquid molecule analysis, creating possibilities for various new developments in healthcare and science.
12. Why did the researchers develop ABLE?
A. To change medicine and public health.
B. To take the place of blood tests in hospitals.
C. To reduce finger pricks for patients with diabetes.
D. To identify health molecules without liquid samples.
13. What can we infer about ABLE?
A. It is small and wearable for daily use. B. It has overcome a key technical challenge.
C. It has proved useful for newly born babies. D. It diagnoses inflammatory bowel disease easily.
14. Who will least likely benefit from ABLE?
A. A chemist. B. A psychologist. C. A physician. D. A physicist.
15. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. A Tool for Bodily Liquid Analysis. B. A Tool for Airborne Particle Capture.
C. A Device for Air Molecule Detection. D. A Device for Non-Invasive Health Checks.
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. B 15. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述芝加哥大学研发出设备ABLE,可将空气转化为液体检测健康相关分子,无需抽血,有望用于医疗与科研,应用前景广阔。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“Despite decades of medical advances, detecting health-related molecule (分子) still relies on bodily liquids like blood, requiring blood draws from most patients, especially people with diabetes who need frequent finger pricks. However, researchers from the University of Chicago have developed a portable device named ABLE, which collects and detects molecules in the air.(尽管医学已发展数十年,检测健康相关分子仍依赖血液等体液,大多数患者需要抽血,尤其是需要频繁扎手指的糖尿病患者。然而,芝加哥大学的研究人员研发了一款名为ABLE的便携设备,可收集并检测空气中的分子)”可知,研发该设备是为了不用液体样本就能检测健康分子。故选D项。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“Obviously, it solved the problem of capturing molecules that evaporate easily — a major worry during the device’s development.(显然,它解决了易挥发分子捕获的难题,这是该设备研发过程中的一大核心顾虑)”可知,该设备攻克了关键技术难题。故选B项。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Besides medical uses, this achievement may open the door to new physics research on air impurities and state changes of matter.(除医疗用途外,该成果还可能为空气杂质和物质状态变化的全新物理研究打开大门)”可知,设备与医学、化学、物理相关,与心理学无关,因此心理学家最不可能受益。故选B项。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“However, researchers from the University of Chicago have developed a portable device named ABLE, which collects and detects molecules in the air.(然而,芝加哥大学的研究人员研发了一款名为ABLE的便携设备,可收集并检测空气中的分子)”以及下文可知,全文围绕这款空气分子检测设备展开介绍,所以C项A Device for Air Molecule Detection.(空气分子检测设备)符合语境,适合作为标题。故选C项。
第二节(共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Interruptions (打扰) are one of the worst things to deal with while you’re trying to get work done. ___16___, there are several ways to handle things. Let’s take a look at them now.
___17___. Tell the person you’re sorry and explain that you have a million things to do and then ask if the two of you can talk at a different time.
When people try to interrupt you, have set hours planned and let them know to come back during that time or that you’ll find them then. ____18____. It can help to eliminate (消除) future interruptions.
When you need to talk to someone, don’t do it in your own office. ____19____, it’s much easier to excuse yourself to get back to your work than if you try to get someone out of your space even after explaining how busy you are.
If you have a door to your office, make good use of it. ____20____. If someone knocks and it’s not an important matter, excuse yourself and let the person know you’re busy so they can get the hint (暗示) than when the door is closed, you’re not to be disturbed.
A. If you’re busy, don’t feel bad about saying no
B. When you want to avoid interruptions at work
C. Set boundaries (界限) for yourself as your time goes
D. If you’re in the other person’s office or in a public area
E. It’s important that you let them know when you’ll be available
F. It might seem unkind to cut people short when they interrupt you
G. Leave it open when you’re available to talk and close it when you’re not
【答案】16. B 17. A 18. E 19. D 20. G
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要围绕“打扰”这一话题展开论述。由于在工作中被打扰是一件令人感觉很糟糕的事,因此作者提出了几点建议,防止此类事件的发生。
【16题详解】
根据上文Interruptions (打扰) are one of the worst things to deal with while you’re trying to get work done.(当你试图完成工作时,打断是最糟糕的事情之一)及下文there are several ways to handle things.(有几种处理事情的方法)可知,此句与前半句构成一个完整的句子。B. When you want to avoid interruptions at work(当你想要避免工作被打扰的时候)符合语境。故选B。
【17题详解】
根据下文Tell the person you’re sorry and explain that you have a million things to do and then ask if the two of you can talk at a different time.(告诉对方你很抱歉,并解释你有很多事情要做,然后问他们是否可以在不同的时间交谈)可知,这一段主要是讲述学会在自己很忙的时候去拒绝别人。A. If you’re busy, don’t feel bad about saying no(如果你很忙,不要因为说“不”而感到不好意思)符合语境。故选A。
【18题详解】
根据上文When people try to interrupt you, have set hours planned and let them know to come back during that time or that you’ll find them then.(当人们试图打扰你的时候,给他们设定好时间计划,让他们知道在这段时间内回来或者你会找到他们)及下文It can help to eliminate (消除) future interruptions.(这样做可以帮助你消除未来被打断的可能)可知,此处衔接上下文,E. It’s important that you let them know when you’ll be available(让他们知道你什么时候有空是很重要的)符合语境。故选E。
【19题详解】
根据上文When you need to talk to someone, don’t do it in your own office.(当你需要和别人交谈时,不要在你自己的办公室里)及下文it’s much easier to excuse yourself to get back to your work than if you try to get someone out of your space even after explaining how busy you are.(找借口回去工作要比在解释完自己有多忙后还试图让别人离开你的空间要容易得多)可知, it指代前文don’t do it in your own office. D. If you’re in the other person’s office or in a public area(如果你在别人的办公室或公共场所)能够后半句构成一个完整的句子。故选D。
【20题详解】
根据上文If you have a door to your office, make good use of it.(如果你的办公室有一扇门,好好利用它)可知,此段主要是讲述关于如何利用自己办公室的门来防止被打扰。G. Leave it open when you’re available to talk and close it when you’re not(当你有空的时候让它开着,不方便的时候就把它关上)符合语境。故选G。
【点睛】本文中的第2小题属于七选五阅读中最常见的设空在段首的方法,通常是段落主题句。认真阅读后文内容,根据段落一致性原则,查找同义词或其他相关的词,推断出主题句。本题根据下文Tell the person you’re sorry and explain that you have a million things to do and then ask if the two of you can talk at a different time.(告诉对方你很抱歉,并解释你有很多事情要做,然后问他们是否可以在不同的时间交谈)可知,这一段主要是讲述学会在自己很忙的时候去拒绝别人。A. If you’re busy, don’t feel bad about saying no(如果你很忙,不要因为说“不”而感到不好意思)符合语境。故选A。
当七选五阅读设空在句首时,还可能存在以下两种情况:
1. 属于段落间的过渡句。这时要前瞻后望找启示,即阅读上一段结尾部分,通常正确答案与上一段结尾有机地衔接起来,并结合下一段内容,看所选的答案是否将两段内容连贯起来。
2. 与后文是并列、转折、因果关系等。着重阅读后文第一两句,锁定线索信号词,然后在选项中查找相关特征词。通常正确答案的最后一句与空白后的第一句在意思上是紧密衔接的,因此这两句间会有某种的衔接手段,尤其当选项是几句话时。比如,如果选项中出现时间年代时,往往要注意与原文中年代的前后对应关系。
第三部分语言运用(共两节, 满分30分)
第一节(共15小题; 每小题1分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
On a long trip to Brisbane we stopped into a service station in Kilcoy for a bathroom break and some fuel. We went into the shop to the bathroom first and then the ____21____ to pay. My son was a little eccentric (搞怪的) and life loving, so as he usually did. He was dancing as he walked, twirling (扭动) his hips and ____22____ to his own moves. Since I was totally ____23____ to his moves, it didn’t ____24____ my mind at all until the young gentleman working behind the counter ____25____ his “brilliant dance routine”.
He told my son that he loved his moves and it was a ____26____ to see him come into his shop. My boy felt so ____27____ with himself that he continued to dance around gently as I paid and ____28____ the gentleman for his kind remarks. As we went to leave, the gentleman gave my boy a lollipop (棒棒糖) as a____29____. I was absolutely blown away by his kindness. It might be _____30_____, but to us it wasn’t.
Not many people _____31_____ the time out of their days to talk to children. However, the young gentleman was more than _____32_____ and happy to have a chat. My son felt important and _____33_____ loved his treat. I also personally really appreciated his kind _____34_____. As a parent on a long drive with small kids, it is these small acts that will _____35_____or break our day.
21. A. company B. counter C. apartment D. hall
22. A. tending B. pointing C. singing D. adapting
23. A. used B. addicted C. devoted D. opposed
24. A. clear B. change C. read D. cross
25. A. expanded on B. concentrated on C. commented on D. insisted on
26. A. mistake B. delight C. pity D. comfort
27. A. frustrated B. pleased C. annoyed D. tired
28. A. thanked B. accepted C. invited D. assisted
29. A. prize B. treasure C. treat D. pleasure
30. A. tough B. significant C. typical D. small
31. A. take B. draw C. waste D. use
32. A. outgoing B. willing C. optimistic D. energetic
33. A. hopefully B. slightly C. curiously D. obviously
34. A. gesture B. attitude C. thought D. determination
35. A. help B. build C. make D. ruin
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. A 24. D 25. C 26. B 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. D 31. A 32. B 33. D 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。本文介绍了作者一家在旅行途中的服务站结账时,作者儿子看似搞怪的舞步得到一位陌生小伙的赞许,因而作者心存感谢的故事。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我们先进商店去洗手间,然后到柜台付款。A. company公司;B. counter柜台;C. apartment公寓;D. hall大厅。由上文的“On a long trip to Brisbane we stopped into a service station in Kilcoy for a bathroom break and some fuel.”可知,作者一家去服务站上洗手间以及加油,支付费用应该去了柜台。故选B项。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:他一边走一边跳舞,扭动着臀部,随着自己的动作唱歌。A. tending倾向;B. pointing指向;C. singing唱歌;D. adapting适应。由上文的“He was dancing as he walked, twirling (扭动) his hips”可知,作者儿子当时应该是一遍迈着舞步,一遍随着舞步哼唱,singing to 意为“随着……歌唱”,符合语境。tending to 意为“照料;倾向于”,pointing to 意为“指向……”,adapting to 意为“适应”。故选C项。
【23题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:由于我已经完全习惯了他的动作,直到柜台后面工作的年轻绅士评论他的“精彩的舞蹈套路”时,我才意识到这一点。A. used用过的、习惯于;B. addicted上瘾的;C. devoted忠诚的;D. opposed强烈反对的。由上文的“so as he usually did. He was dancing as he walked”可知,作者已完全习惯了儿子手舞足蹈歌唱的模样,be used to意为“习惯了……”,符合语境。be addicted to 意为“对……上瘾的”,be devoted to意为“献身于……”,be opposed to 意为“反对……”。故选A项。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:由于我已经完全习惯了他的动作,直到柜台后面工作的年轻绅士评论他的“精彩的舞蹈套路”时,我才意识到这一点。A. clear清理;B. change改变;C. read阅读;D. cross穿越。由上文的“Since I was totally ____3____ to his moves”可知,作者压根没想过儿子的舞步有多么好,cross one’s mind 意为“脑海中闪过……念头”,直到听到柜台后面工作的年轻绅士对儿子舞步的评论,作者才脑海中闪过儿子舞步好的念头。clear one’s mind 意为“使头脑清醒”,change one’s mind 意为“改变主意”,read one’s mind 意为“理解某人的想法”。故选D项。
【25题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:由于我已经完全习惯了他的动作,直到柜台后面工作的年轻绅士评论他的“精彩的舞蹈套路”时,我才意识到这一点。A. expanded on详谈;B. concentrated on专心于;C. commented on评价;D. insisted on坚持。由下文的“brilliant dance routine”和“He told my son that he loved his moves”可知,一位小伙子对作者儿子的舞姿做出了评价,呼应下文“his kind remarks”。故选C项。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:他告诉我的儿子,他喜欢他的动作,看到他走进他的商店是一件很高兴的事。A. mistake错误;B. delight高兴;C. pity可怜;D. comfort安慰。由上文的“He told my son that he loved his moves”可知,小伙子对作者儿子的舞蹈动作非常喜欢,见到他很高兴。故选B项。
【27题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:我的儿子对自己感到非常满意,于是在我付钱并感谢这位先生的好评论时,他继续轻轻地跳舞。A. frustrated沮丧的;B. pleased满意的;C. annoyed恼怒的;D. tired疲倦的。由上下文可知,作者儿子听了小伙子的赞美后,对自己非常满意,并继续跳着舞,be pleased with 意为“对……满意”,符合语境。故选B项。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我的儿子对自己感到非常满意,于是在我付钱并感谢这位先生的好评论时,他继续轻轻地跳舞。A. thanked感谢;B. accepted接受;C. invited邀请;D. assisted帮助。由上文可知,作者一边付钱一边感谢小伙子所说的话(对儿子舞步的赞美之词)。故选A项。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:当我们离开时,这位先生给了我儿子一根棒棒糖作为款待。A. prize奖品;B. treasure宝藏;C. treat款待、请客;D. pleasure高兴。由上文的“the gentleman gave my boy a lollipop (棒棒糖)”可知,小伙子请作者儿子吃了个棒棒糖。故选C项。
【30题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:它可能很小,但对我们来说并不小。A. tough艰难的;B. significant重要的;C. typical典型的;D. small小的。由上文的“the gentleman gave my boy a lollipop (棒棒糖)”可知,小伙子请作者儿子吃了个棒棒糖,小伙子的善良可能很微小,但在我们看来确是极有分量的。故选D项。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:没有多少人抽出时间和孩子们交谈。A. take拿;B. draw画;C. waste浪费;D. use使用。由上下文可知,作者认为很少人愿意花时间跟小孩子讲话。take the time意为“花费时间”,符合语境。故选A项。
【32题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:然而,这位年轻的绅士非常愿意和高兴地聊一聊。A. outgoing外向的;B. willing愿意的;C. optimistic积极的;D. energetic精力充沛的。由上文的“Not many people ____11____ the time out of their days to talk to children.”讲没有多少人抽出时间和孩子们交谈和表转折的“However”可知,很少人愿意花时间跟小孩子讲话,而这位年轻小伙愿意和孩子聊天。故选B项。
【33题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:我儿子觉得自己被看重,显然很喜欢他的款待。A. hopefully有希望地;B. slightly轻微地;C. curiously好奇地;D. obviously明显地。由上文的“My son felt important”可知,孩子很显然对这位年轻小伙请客很受用,很喜欢。故选D项。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我个人也非常欣赏他的友好姿态。A. gesture姿态;B. attitude态度;C. thought想法;D. determination决心。由上文可知,作者对这位年轻小伙善意的举动很感激,kind gesture 意为“善意的举动”呼应上文的“his kindness”。故选A项。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:作为一个带着孩子长途旅行的家长,正是这些小小的举动既可以让一天过得愉快,也可以让这一天过得糟糕。A. help帮助;B. build建立;C. make使得;D. ruin破坏。由全文及文章最后一句可知,对一位带着孩子进行长途旅行的家长来说,小小的行为既可以让一天过得愉快,也可以让这一天过得糟糕。make one’s day 意为“使……过得开心”,符合语境。故选C项。
第二节(共10小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
You already know the fact that regular exercise is important for controlling weight and ____36____ (avoid)a variety of health conditions. But it can also improve your academic ____37____(perform). And. if you’re a distance learning student, you may miss out on some of the opportunities for physical activity afforded to more traditional students who routinely walk around campus. But it’s well worth the effort ____38____ (put) the schedule exercise into practice.
The study, which ____39____(publish) in the Journal of Medicine & Science, describes physical activity as ____40____ vigorous movement that produces sweat and heavy breathing. Mike McKenzie found that students who studied over three hours per day were 3. 5 times ____41____(likely) to be exercisers. Over a decade ago, McKenzie ____42____ (say) researchers discovered a link ____43____ exercise and focus in children.
More recently, another study by Johnson reveals that even short ”microbursts“ of physical activity throughout the day can have positive effects. Jennifer tells that sitting for long periods of time, ____44____college students tend to do, can have a negative health effect. In addition, the study found that five-minute bouts of walking every hour had a positive impact on mood, tiredness, and hunger at the end of a day. This may be ____45____(particular)beneficial to students who also work a full-time job and study in the evening and nighttime hours.
【答案】36. avoiding
37. performance
38. to put 39. was published
40. a 41. more likely
42. said 43. between
44. which##as
45. particularly
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了经常锻炼不但有利于身体健康,而且能促进学生的学业成绩。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:你已经知道这一事实,经常锻炼对控制体重和避免各种健康状况很重要。空处与controlling weight并列,应用动名词形式,作介词for的宾语。故填avoiding。
【37题详解】
考查名词。句意:但它还可以提高你的学业成绩。空处用于形容词academic之后,应用名词形式performance,表示“成绩”,为不可数名词,作动词improve的宾语。故填performance。
【38题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:但将日常锻炼付诸实践是很值得的。分析句子结构可知,it为形式主语,空处应用动词不定式形式作真正的主语。故填to put。
【39题详解】
考查时态语态。句意:这项发表在《医学与科学杂志》上的研究将体育活动描述为一种产生汗液和沉重呼吸的剧烈运动。结合语意可知,“发表”这一动作发生在过去,应用一般过去时,且分析句子结构可知,which引导定语从句,指代先行词the study,publish与主语which之间是被动关系,且the study是单数,be动词应用was。故填was published。
【40题详解】
考查冠词。句意:这项发表在《医学与科学杂志》上的研究将体育活动描述为一种产生汗液和沉重呼吸的剧烈运动。结合语意可知,此处表示“一种剧烈运动”,空处应用不定冠词表示泛指,vigorous是辅音音素开头的单词,前边应用不定冠词a。故填a。
【41题详解】
考查形容词。句意:迈克·麦肯齐发现,每天学习超过三小时的学生锻炼身体的可能性是平时的3.5倍。根据空前3.5 times以及语意可知,此处表示学习超过三小时的学生更有可能去锻炼身体,空处应用形容词的比较级形式more likely,表示“更有可能的”。故填more likely。
【42题详解】
考查时态。句意:十多年前,麦肯齐说,研究人员发现了儿童锻炼和注意力之间的联系。根据时间状语Over a decade ago可知,句子使用一般过去时,动词应用过去式形式said。故填said。
【43题详解】
考查介词。句意:十多年前,麦肯齐说,研究人员发现了儿童锻炼和注意力之间的联系。between...and...为固定搭配,表示“在……和……之间”,所以空处应用介词between,符合题意。故填between。
【44题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:詹妮弗告诉,大学生倾向于做的事(正如大学生经常做的那样),长时间坐着,会对健康产生负面影响。分析句子结构可知,空处引导非限制性定语从句,修饰先行词sitting for long periods of time,先行词指物,关系词在从句中作宾语,应用关系代词which引导从句,也可以用关系代词as表示“正如”。故填which/as。
【45题详解】
考查副词。句意:这可能对从事全职工作并在晚上和夜间学习的学生特别有益。空处修饰形容词beneficial,应用副词形式作状语,particularly是副词,表示“尤其,特别”,符合题意。故填particularly。
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华,春节期间和家人通过某旅游公司报团旅游。旅行社的服务很好。请写一封感谢信表达感谢。
写作要点:
1.说明春节旅游的经历;
2.提及优质服务(导游热情、行程合理、食宿贴心等);
3.表达感谢;
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Sir or Madam,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Sir or Madam,
I’m writing to extend my sincere gratitude for the excellent service offered by your company when I was traveling in a tourist group during the Spring Festival.
Had it not been for the tourist sites carefully selected by your travel agency, I could not have enjoyed such a satisfactory travelling experience, which I believe was worth every single penny. Not to mention our guide, Lily, who not only did her job much better than we had anticipated, but also treated us like family.
Thank you again for your high-quality service and I look forward to the next package tour arranged by your company.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文,要求考生给某旅游公司写封感谢信,对他们的服务表示感谢。
【详解】1.词汇积累
表达:extend→convey
真诚的:sincere→genuine
感激:gratitude→appreciation
安排:arrange→schedule
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:Thank you again for your high-quality service and I look forward to the next package tour arranged by your company.
拓展句:Thank you again for your high-quality service your company offered and I look forward to the next package tour arranged by your company.
【点睛】[高分句型1] Had it not been for the tourist sites carefully selected by your travel agency, I could not have enjoyed such a satisfactory travelling experience, which I believe was worth every single penny. (运用了条件状语从句,省略句,虚拟语气和which引导的非限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2] Not to mention our guide, Lily, who not only did her job much better than we had anticipated, but also treated us like family. (运用了who引导的非限制性定语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Grandma’s old wooden mailbox, with a chipped blue coat (涂料层) and a slightly rusted hinge (铰链), had stood at the quiet corner of the community for 20 years. It was not just a simple mailbox, but a warm bond with the nearby three families. Every early morning, when the first ray of sunlight spilled over the roof, Grandma would put on her shoes, hold a small bamboo basket, and walk slowly to the corner with her slightly bent back.
She would carefully collect her own letters and the daily newspapers for the elderly neighbors next door — Mr. Smith who suffered from leg pain and Ms. Brown who lived alone, both of whom could barely walk downstairs. Those newspapers were their main way to learn about the outside world, and Grandma’s small act of kindness had quietly lasted for years, warming the whole neighborhood.
On a holiday afternoon, Tom, a college student majoring in architecture, came to visit Grandma as usual. When he turned the corner, he was shocked to find the mailbox lying on the ground, its wooden body split into several pieces. He glanced around instinctively and saw a man walking a large dog in the distance. There was a crumpled note stuck on the wall beside it, which read, “Sorry, my dog knocked your mailbox over accidentally. I’ll come to fix it later.”
Seeing the broken mailbox and scattered wood pieces, Grandma sighed softly, her eyes filled with worry. She squatted down gently, stroked the worn wood with her rough hands, and murmured in a low voice, “What shall I do now?” Tom knew the elderly neighbors were heavily dependent on the newspapers. Without the mailbox, how could they get the news on time? What if the dog owner broke his promise and couldn’t fix the mailbox today? Watching Grandma’s helpless expression, he felt a strong desire in his heart.
注意:
(1)续写词数应为150左右:
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
Considering the mailbox too old, Tom decided to build a new one.
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Paragraph 2:
When all the preparations were done, the dog owner arrived.
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【答案】One possible version:
Considering the mailbox too old, Tom decided to build a new one. He squatted down to comfort Grandma, saying he would make a new and stronger one to let the neighbors get newspapers on time. Grandma nodded in relief, her worry fading a little as she patted Tom’s hand. Tom quickly sketched a design on paper, and then hurried to a nearby hardware store to buy materials. After he returned, he laid out all materials neatly, measured and marked the boards precisely with a ruler, and got ready to craft the new mailbox.
When all the preparations were done, the dog owner arrived. Looking guilty with a toolbox, he apologized sincerely, and explained his dog got excited when chasing a cat and knocked over the mailbox and that he’d been rushing over after handling his work to make up for it. Seeing Tom’s prepared materials and the sketch, he offered to help immediately. With Tom’s professional guidance on structure and his handy work with tools, they worked together smoothly to assemble, paint and install the mailbox. Grandma, Mr. Smith and Ms. Brown watched quietly, their faces full of joy and relief. Looking at the sturdy new blue mailbox, Tom realized architecture was not just about designing objects, but about using his skills to safeguard small kindnesses and build a more harmonious community.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,文章讲述奶奶的旧木邮箱矗立社区二十年,是邻里间温暖的纽带。她常年帮行动不便的邻居取信送报,传递温暖。假期里,邮箱被路人的狗撞倒损坏,奶奶十分忧心。学建筑的大学生Tom见状,内心涌起强烈的想要帮忙的念头。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“Tom觉得这个邮箱太旧了,决定做一个新的。”可以预测续写这段主要内容:Tom决定为奶奶做一个新邮箱,安慰老人后画图买料,认真准备制作。
②由第二段首句内容“一切准备就绪时,狗主人赶到了。”可以预测续写这段主要内容:狗主人前来道歉并帮忙,二人合力做好新邮箱。Tom明白建筑可守护善意、共建和谐社区。
2.续写线索:Tom决定做一个新邮箱——画图买料——狗主人前来道歉并帮忙——合力完成——Tom的感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①蹲下:squat down/crouch down
②购买:buy/purchase
③解释:explain/interpret
情绪类
①焦虑:worry/anxiety
②快乐:joy/happiness/delight
【点睛】[高分句型1] Grandma nodded in relief, her worry fading a little as she patted Tom’s hand. (运用了独立主格结构)
[高分句型2] Seeing Tom’s prepared materials and the sketch, he offered to help immediately.(运用了现在分词 Seeing作状语)
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第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题:每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音读两遍。
1. What will the speakers do first?
A. Employ more workers. B. Purchase some computers. C. Upgrade the computer system.
2. What happened to the lab equipment?
A.It was delayed in delivery. B. It was canceled for shipping. C. It was replaced by the supplier.
3.What does the woman think of the film?
A. Romantic. B. Exciting. C. Boring.
4. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Their daily activities. B. Their personal qualities. C. Their career plans.
5. What is the probable relationship between David and Jennifer?
A. Cousins. B. Club members. C. Schoolmates.
第二节(共15小题:每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音读两遍。
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
6. What did the man dislike about the restaurant?
A. The space. B. The staff. C. The dishes.
7. What will the woman probably do next weekend?
A. Cook some fish dishes. B. Celebrate her birthday. C. Visit the restaurant.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
8. What should be in the first section of the reflective journal?
A. Personal study goals. B. Suggestions from others. C. Questions assigned by professors.
9. What will the woman do next?
A. Create some slides. B. Surf the Internet. C. Meet Professor May.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题
10. What is probably the woman?
A. A repair worker. B. A construction manager. C. A school official.
11. What changed the man’s original plan?
A. The schedule of exams. B. The severity of the storm. C. The extent of the damage.
12. What will be dealt with first?
A. The fallen trees. B. The damaged roof. C. The broken windows.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
13. What does the woman do before starting the survey?
A. She asks about the man’s employer.
B. She comments on some companies.
C. She shares her shopping preferences.
14. What is the purpose of the man’s survey?
A. To sell food for children.
B. To promote eco-friendly shopping.
C. To reduce the cost of some products.
15. What kind of product packaging does the woman support?
A. Luxurious. B. Bright. C. Simple.
16. What is the woman’s opinion on buying eco-friendly products?
A. It’s troublesome. B. It’s necessary. C. It’s common.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。
17. Where is the speaker likely to be?
A. In an art workshop. B. In a bookstore. C. In a music classroom.
18. What did the speaker do after graduating from college?
A. He published a book. B. He worked as a collector. C. He drew pictures for books.
19. What do potential clients expect artists to have?
A. Printed works. B. Competition experience. C. Modern artwork collections.
20. How can listeners prepare collections of their best artwork?
A. By joining an art workshop.
B. By showing artwork with text.
C. By placing artwork on the website.
第二部分 阅读理解(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳答案。
A
When daily chores and stress make life dull, there are always beautiful little joys and unique experiences to discover around us. Here, we’ve gathered some lovely finds for you, hoping you’ll pause from the hustle and enjoy these wonderful moments that brighten life.
Copperwood Trail
Connecting humans and horses, Copperwood Trail offers a diverse range of experiences in Whitchurch-Stouffville. From country coffee in the company of horses and Equine Assisted Learning sessions, to introductory courses on horse behaviour and body language, it has something for everyone. This peaceful family farm is committed to providing a safe, quiet rural escape for all visitors eager for close contact with animals and nature.
Four Seasons Hotel
To mark the arrival of summer, Four Seasons Hotel has opened its seasonal patio. With a new menu and annual mural installation, it shows respect for the French Riviera and Mediterranean coastline. The mural is created by Victoria Sequeira, who says, “I want to spark a visual journey for guests — one full of warmth, peace and a touch of Mediterranean magic.”
River Cottage
Since its debut (首次亮相) on British television’s Channel 4 in 1999, River Cottage has had a positive influence on the country’s eating habits and the welfare of its animals and fish. It’s currently home to a cookery school, dining experiences and a calendar of events. The attractive property also offers accommodation in its farmhouse as well as fantastic views of the surrounding Axe Valley.
Green Hill Gardens
Tucked away in the quiet countryside, the family-run Green Hill Gardens has a decades-long history. It offers gentle nature experiences like guided walks, flower tours, herb craft workshops and glasshouse afternoon tea. As a calm natural retreat, the garden follows eco-friendly practices to protect local wildlife, inviting visitors to slow down and enjoy nature’s simple beauty.
1. What is the purpose of this text?
A. To introduce stress-relieving tips. B. To advertise popular attractions.
C. To recommend pleasant getaways. D. To explore nature-friendly ways.
2. If you’re a mural lover, which will you choose?
A. Copperwood Trail. B. Four Seasons Hotel. C. River Cottage. D. Green Hill Gardens.
3. What do Copperwood Trail and Green Hill Gardens have in common?
A. They are managed by a family. B. They have eco-friendly practices.
C. They focus on animal protection. D. They provide many craft activities.
B
Victoria Rinsma, sous chef at Michelin-recognized Hexagon in Ontario, has earned her place among the world’s top 15 culinary (烹饪的) talents after winning last year’s Canadian title. Her signature dish “Across the Sea and Home Again” is both personal and distinctly Canadian. It blends traditional East Coast comfort food from her grandmother’s homemade recipes with contemporary techniques she has perfected in Hexagon kitchen. She considers the dish as the purest form of expression of her culinary journey.
Rinsma is trained by Hexagon’s executive chef Rafael Covarrubias, who won the 2019 Canadian title and represented Canada in Milan in 2021. He offers much more than just technical support; he also coaches her on mental resilience, arming her with all-round preparation for the contest. That sense of continuity of one generation of chefs lifting the next helps make Canadian cuisine globally renowned for diversity, regionality and innovation.
Now she will test her signature dish under the supervision of international judges in Milan for the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Award 2024-25, a platform highlighting technical ability, creativity, sustainability and storytelling through food. For Rinsma, it’s a chance to bring Canadian ingredients and identity to a global audience.
In Milan, she will share the stage with fellow chefs from every corner of the world: chefs from Panama, Slovenia, South Africa, the United States and the United Kingdom and so on. Each will present a unique dish shaped by their own culture and training. Together, they represent the future of global food culture.
Rinsma’s plan for the future draws equally from memory and ambition. By weaving her grandmother’s beloved East Coast flavours into a dish refined for one of the world’s most demanding culinary competitions, she bridges past and present, home and away.
4. What is special about Rinsma’s signature dish?
A. Conventional techniques. B. Grandmother’s recipe inspiration.
C. Hexagon chefs’joint efforts. D. Personalized and Canadian features.
5. What role has Rafael Covarrubias played in Rinsma’s culinary journey?
A. Representing Canada with her. B. Offering her full-range support.
C. Shaping her award-winning dish. D. Teaching her basic cooking skills.
6. What do we know about the culinary competition in Milan?
A. It requires dish storytelling. B. It tops the world’s culinary contest.
C. It prioritizes cooking techniques. D. It targets chefs from Asian regions.
7. Which of the following best describes Rinsma as a chef?
A. Modest and skillful. B. Dynamic and competitive.
C. Creative and patriotic. D. Cautious and independent.
C
If you could be anybody in the world, who would it be? Your neighbour or a super star? A few people have experienced what it might be like to step into the skin of another person, thanks to an unusual virtual reality(虚拟现实)device. Rikke Wahl, an actress, model and artist, was one of the participants in a body swapping experiment at the Be Another lab, a project developed by a group of artists based in Barcelona. She swapped with her partner, an actor, using a machine called The Machine to Be Another and temporarily became a man. "As I looked down, I saw my whole body as a man, dressed in my partner's pants," she said. "That's the picture I remember best."
The set-up is relatively simple. Both users wear a virtual reality headset with a camera on the top. The video from each camera is sent to the other person, so what you see is the exact view of your partner. If she moves her arm, you see it. If you move your arm, she sees it.
To get used to seeing another person's body without actually having control of it, participants start by raising their arms and legs very slowly, so that the other can follow along. Eventually, this kind of slow synchronised(同步的)movement becomes comfortable, and participants really start to feel as though they are living in another person's body.
Using such technology promises to alter people's behaviour afterwards-potentially for the better. Studies have shown that virtual reality can be effective in fighting racism-the bias(偏见)that humans have against those who don't look or sound like them. Researchers at the University of Barcelona gave people a questionnaire called the Implicit Association Test, which measures the strength of people's associations between, for instance, black people and adjectives such as good, bad, athletic or awkward. Then they asked them to control the body of a dark skinned digital character using virtual reality glasses, before taking the test again. This time, the participants' bias scores were lower. The idea is that once you've "put yourself in another's shoes" you're less likely to think ill of them, because your brain has internalised the feeling of being that person.
The creators of The Machine to Be Another hope to achieve a similar result. "At the end of body swapping, people feel like holding each other in their arms," says Arthur Pointeau, a programmer with the project. "It's a really nice way to have this kind of experience. I would really, really recommend it to everyone."
8. The word "swapping" (paragraph 1) is closest in meaning to______.
A. building B. exchanging C. controlling D. transplanting
9. We can infer from the experiment at the Be Another lab that______.
A. our feelings are related to our bodily experience
B. we can learn to take control of other people's bodies
C. participants will live more passionately after the experiment
D. The Machine to Be Another can help people change their sexes
10. In the Implicit Association Test, before the participants used virtual reality glasses to control a dark skinned digital character, ______.
A. they fought strongly against racism
B. they scored lower on the test for racism
C. they changed their behaviour dramatically
D. they were more biased against those unlike them
11. It can be concluded from the passage that______.
A. technology helps people realize their dreams
B. our biases could be eliminated through experiments
C. virtual reality helps promote understanding among people
D. our points of view about others need changing constantly
D
Despite decades of medical advances, detecting health-related molecule (分子) still relies on bodily liquids like blood, requiring blood draws from most patients, especially people with diabetes who need frequent finger pricks. However, researchers from the University of Chicago have developed a portable device named ABLE, which collects and detects molecules in the air. This 4×8-inch device is a potential game-changer for medicine and public health.
Detecting molecules in the air has long fallen behind liquid detection, mainly because target particles (微粒) are extremely dilute — there may be only one in a trillion. To solve this problem, the team turned air into liquid. The device draws in air, adds water vapor with a humidifier, and cools it to turn air into small drops. These drops trap particles and slide into a small container, making detection easy with common tools used for liquid analysis.
Early tests proved its effectiveness. It caught easily evaporated (挥发的) coffee vapor, detected glucose in breath, identified E. coli in the air, and found signs of inflammation (炎症) in mice with unhealthy gut bacteria. Obviously, it solved the problem of capturing molecules that evaporate easily — a major worry during the device’s development.
The device was first inspired by the need for non-invasive tests for premature babies in ICUs. These fragile babies are likely to have health problems, and repeated blood tests may put them in danger. Doctors hope the device can track health signs without taking blood, protecting these high-risk patients. It also shows promise for diagnosing inflammatory bowel disease, though the related breath signs first need to be recorded. The team plans to improve and make it smaller to create a wearable device for daily use.
Besides medical uses, this achievement may open the door to new physics research on air impurities and state changes of matter. As a new tool for detecting air chemistry, ABLE fills the space between air and liquid molecule analysis, creating possibilities for various new developments in healthcare and science.
12. Why did the researchers develop ABLE?
A. To change medicine and public health.
B. To take the place of blood tests in hospitals.
C. To reduce finger pricks for patients with diabetes.
D. To identify health molecules without liquid samples.
13. What can we infer about ABLE?
A. It is small and wearable for daily use. B. It has overcome a key technical challenge.
C. It has proved useful for newly born babies. D. It diagnoses inflammatory bowel disease easily.
14. Who will least likely benefit from ABLE?
A. A chemist. B. A psychologist. C. A physician. D. A physicist.
15. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. A Tool for Bodily Liquid Analysis. B. A Tool for Airborne Particle Capture.
C. A Device for Air Molecule Detection. D. A Device for Non-Invasive Health Checks.
第二节(共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Interruptions (打扰) are one of the worst things to deal with while you’re trying to get work done. ___16___, there are several ways to handle things. Let’s take a look at them now.
___17___. Tell the person you’re sorry and explain that you have a million things to do and then ask if the two of you can talk at a different time.
When people try to interrupt you, have set hours planned and let them know to come back during that time or that you’ll find them then. ____18____. It can help to eliminate (消除) future interruptions.
When you need to talk to someone, don’t do it in your own office. ____19____, it’s much easier to excuse yourself to get back to your work than if you try to get someone out of your space even after explaining how busy you are.
If you have a door to your office, make good use of it. ____20____. If someone knocks and it’s not an important matter, excuse yourself and let the person know you’re busy so they can get the hint (暗示) than when the door is closed, you’re not to be disturbed.
A. If you’re busy, don’t feel bad about saying no
B. When you want to avoid interruptions at work
C. Set boundaries (界限) for yourself as your time goes
D. If you’re in the other person’s office or in a public area
E. It’s important that you let them know when you’ll be available
F. It might seem unkind to cut people short when they interrupt you
G. Leave it open when you’re available to talk and close it when you’re not
第三部分语言运用(共两节, 满分30分)
第一节(共15小题; 每小题1分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
On a long trip to Brisbane we stopped into a service station in Kilcoy for a bathroom break and some fuel. We went into the shop to the bathroom first and then the ____21____ to pay. My son was a little eccentric (搞怪的) and life loving, so as he usually did. He was dancing as he walked, twirling (扭动) his hips and ____22____ to his own moves. Since I was totally ____23____ to his moves, it didn’t ____24____ my mind at all until the young gentleman working behind the counter ____25____ his “brilliant dance routine”.
He told my son that he loved his moves and it was a ____26____ to see him come into his shop. My boy felt so ____27____ with himself that he continued to dance around gently as I paid and ____28____ the gentleman for his kind remarks. As we went to leave, the gentleman gave my boy a lollipop (棒棒糖) as a____29____. I was absolutely blown away by his kindness. It might be _____30_____, but to us it wasn’t.
Not many people _____31_____ the time out of their days to talk to children. However, the young gentleman was more than _____32_____ and happy to have a chat. My son felt important and _____33_____ loved his treat. I also personally really appreciated his kind _____34_____. As a parent on a long drive with small kids, it is these small acts that will _____35_____or break our day.
21. A. company B. counter C. apartment D. hall
22. A. tending B. pointing C. singing D. adapting
23. A. used B. addicted C. devoted D. opposed
24. A. clear B. change C. read D. cross
25. A. expanded on B. concentrated on C. commented on D. insisted on
26. A. mistake B. delight C. pity D. comfort
27. A. frustrated B. pleased C. annoyed D. tired
28. A. thanked B. accepted C. invited D. assisted
29. A. prize B. treasure C. treat D. pleasure
30. A. tough B. significant C. typical D. small
31. A. take B. draw C. waste D. use
32. A. outgoing B. willing C. optimistic D. energetic
33. A. hopefully B. slightly C. curiously D. obviously
34. A. gesture B. attitude C. thought D. determination
35. A. help B. build C. make D. ruin
第二节(共10小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
You already know the fact that regular exercise is important for controlling weight and ____36____ (avoid)a variety of health conditions. But it can also improve your academic ____37____(perform). And. if you’re a distance learning student, you may miss out on some of the opportunities for physical activity afforded to more traditional students who routinely walk around campus. But it’s well worth the effort ____38____ (put) the schedule exercise into practice.
The study, which ____39____(publish) in the Journal of Medicine & Science, describes physical activity as ____40____ vigorous movement that produces sweat and heavy breathing. Mike McKenzie found that students who studied over three hours per day were 3. 5 times ____41____(likely) to be exercisers. Over a decade ago, McKenzie ____42____ (say) researchers discovered a link ____43____ exercise and focus in children.
More recently, another study by Johnson reveals that even short ”microbursts“ of physical activity throughout the day can have positive effects. Jennifer tells that sitting for long periods of time, ____44____college students tend to do, can have a negative health effect. In addition, the study found that five-minute bouts of walking every hour had a positive impact on mood, tiredness, and hunger at the end of a day. This may be ____45____(particular)beneficial to students who also work a full-time job and study in the evening and nighttime hours.
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华,春节期间和家人通过某旅游公司报团旅游。旅行社的服务很好。请写一封感谢信表达感谢。
写作要点:
1.说明春节旅游的经历;
2.提及优质服务(导游热情、行程合理、食宿贴心等);
3.表达感谢;
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Sir or Madam,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Grandma’s old wooden mailbox, with a chipped blue coat (涂料层) and a slightly rusted hinge (铰链), had stood at the quiet corner of the community for 20 years. It was not just a simple mailbox, but a warm bond with the nearby three families. Every early morning, when the first ray of sunlight spilled over the roof, Grandma would put on her shoes, hold a small bamboo basket, and walk slowly to the corner with her slightly bent back.
She would carefully collect her own letters and the daily newspapers for the elderly neighbors next door — Mr. Smith who suffered from leg pain and Ms. Brown who lived alone, both of whom could barely walk downstairs. Those newspapers were their main way to learn about the outside world, and Grandma’s small act of kindness had quietly lasted for years, warming the whole neighborhood.
On a holiday afternoon, Tom, a college student majoring in architecture, came to visit Grandma as usual. When he turned the corner, he was shocked to find the mailbox lying on the ground, its wooden body split into several pieces. He glanced around instinctively and saw a man walking a large dog in the distance. There was a crumpled note stuck on the wall beside it, which read, “Sorry, my dog knocked your mailbox over accidentally. I’ll come to fix it later.”
Seeing the broken mailbox and scattered wood pieces, Grandma sighed softly, her eyes filled with worry. She squatted down gently, stroked the worn wood with her rough hands, and murmured in a low voice, “What shall I do now?” Tom knew the elderly neighbors were heavily dependent on the newspapers. Without the mailbox, how could they get the news on time? What if the dog owner broke his promise and couldn’t fix the mailbox today? Watching Grandma’s helpless expression, he felt a strong desire in his heart.
注意:
(1)续写词数应为150左右:
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
Considering the mailbox too old, Tom decided to build a new one.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
When all the preparations were done, the dog owner arrived.
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