【对标新考纲】Unit 8 Green Earth（B卷·能力提升）《英语 基础模块2》（高教版第三版）单元过关卷（原卷版+解析版）

编写说明：本套试卷紧扣《英语 基础模块2》（高教版第三版）教材，以教材单元为基准精准覆盖核心考点。 每个单元设置AB卷，A卷为基础巩固卷，侧重基础考点训练，帮助学生扎实掌握知识要点；B卷为能力提升卷，注重知识整合与全面检测，引导学生构建知识网络。全书设计4份综合测试卷，模拟实战情境，聚焦解题能力突破，全面提升应试能力与知识应用水平。 【对标新考纲】 《英语 基础模块2》（高教版第三版）《单元过关卷》 Unit 8 Green Earth B卷·能力提升 考试时间：120分钟 满分：100分 班级 姓名 学号 成绩 一、情景交际(共15小题,满分20分) 第一节 读下列10个短对话,从题后所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。(共10小题,每小题1分,满分10分) 1．---Indeed, last month IBM finally gave up its mainframe business, its CEO saying that they had_______________, since fewer and fewer people wanted mainframes. A．killed the fatted calf. B．seen the handwriting on the wall. C．reaped what they had sown. D．hired themselves out. 2．—What a mess! You’re always throwing things about. —Don’t be ____, Mum. I will tidy it up now. A．hot under the collar B．on cloud nine C．off the top of your head D．down in the dumps 3．--- Jim lost his job. Then somebody stole his car. --- . We should lend him a hand. A．The grass is always greener on the other side B．A miss is as good as a mile C．It never rains but pours D．Every dog has its day 4．After his company suffered from millions of dollars in losses, Joe and left the company. A．killed the fatted calf B．saw the handwriting on the wall C．was in the black D．was over cloud nine 5．— Tom, what a pity! I almost succeeded yesterday. —_______. I told you to be careful before. A．One tree does not make a forest B．Where there’s life, there’s hope C．One false step will make a great difference D．Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today 6．—— David should lie to his best friend in order to get the well-paid job! —— It is typical of him because he ________. A．is facing his Waterloo B．is visually challenged C．has cast-iron nerves D．worships the golden calf 7．— Sue slept overnight in front of the stadium in order to get concert tickets. — That’s what the proverb “______” means. A．every cloud has a silver lining B．make hay while the sun shines C．the early bird catches the worm D．don’t count your chickens before they hatch 8．It was only after all his debts were discovered that everyone knew the great financier also had________. A．green fingers B．feet of clay C．the salt of the earth D．cool cucumbers 9．— He spent little money in repairing the roof. Now the rain has ruined half his furniture. — ________. This is a plain example. A．A penny saved is a penny gained B ．Many a little makes a mickle C．Penny wise and pound foolish D．From saving comes having 10．—Dear me, I just fell down and ripped (扯裂) my stockings! —Oh, honey, you'll be fine. ____________. A．It makes me laugh my head off B．Luck is smiling on you C．It’s no use crying over spilt milk D．Laughter is the best medicine 第二节 读下面一段对话,从方框中所给的 A、B、C、D、E、F和 G 七个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。(共5小题,每小题2分,满分10分) A．But what can I do for you? B．I think water is very important to us. C．You mean when I have shampoo in my hair? D．But what can I do? E．That will save a lot of money, too. F．Take a bag when you go shopping. G．Sometimes I turn off the lights without thinking. A: Hi, Jane. Would you like to help save the environment? B: I’d like to. ____11____ A: Well, first, you can start by turning off the lights when you leave a room. B: Yes. That’s easy. ____12____ What’s next? A: Second, you can ride a bicycle. Don’t take a bus or a taxi if you don’t have to. B: ____13____ What else? A: Third, try to recycle paper. B: Mmm. Newspapers, magazines, we have a lot of paper at home. Good idea. A: The fourth idea is to turn off the shower when you’re not using it. B: ____14____ A: Yes. Get wet, turn off the shower, put the shampoo (洗发剂) in your hair and then turn on the shower and wash it out. B: Yes. ____15____ We have to save water. 二、阅读理解(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分) 阅读下列短文,从题后所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳答案。 A The We Are Nature: Youth Biodiversity Challenge is a dynamic and expanding global movement dedicated to empowering young individuals to play an active and decisive role in biodiversity conservation. This initiative provides a structured pathway for youth engagement, fostering both knowledge and practical action. Learning journey Level 1: Dive into our comprehensive learning materials to deepen your understanding of biodiversity action. You will explore the wonders of both global and local ecosystems, understand the intricate connections between species and habitats, and discover how your individual and collective actions can create a tangible, positive impact on the planet. Level 2: Expand your network! Connect with peers and mentors from around the world. These exchanges will deepen your knowledge and open the door to collaborative opportunities. Together, you can make a much greater difference by sharing ideas and co-creating solutions that transcend borders. Level 3: It’s time for action. Use the Action Cards to jump into biodiversity projects and become a champion of sustainable practices. Inspire the community by sharing your achievements with others. Action Library Discover our collection of actionable solutions designed to empower you to take meaningful steps in biodiversity action. From local initiatives to global projects, each Action Card provides practical steps to guide you on your journey towards environmental protection. Click here to explore the Action Library. Have you witnessed an impactful biodiversity initiative in your community? Share it with us. You’re invited to submit your own Action Card, presenting effective solutions that others can also use to promote and sustain biodiversity. Together, we can increase our collective impact. Click here to submit your Action Card. Scale-up plans The We Are Nature builds on the success of the UNEP-facilitated Tide Turners Plastic Challenge, which has engaged nearly 1 million young people across 61 countries and regions over 6 years, showcasing the power of youth-led action in tackling environmental challenges. The first pilot project (试验性项目) of We Are Nature will be rolled out in Kenya and South Africa this year, with an ambition to scale it up in 20 countries and regions and reach 1 million young people over the next 5 years. Contact us Ready to join this generational mission? For more information and to get involved, applications and inquiries should be sent to Mariana. osipova@ un.Org. Let’s make our generation's voice echo through history! 16．What does the We Are Nature initiative primarily aim to achieve? A．To encourage global tourism. B．To promote academic research. C．To document diverse ecosystems. D．To engage youth in environmental action. 17．What is the focus of the second level in the Learning journey? A．Conducting research on endangered species. B．Winning competitions for environmental innovation. C．Connecting with others to enhance collective impact. D．Submitting a comprehensive project for official review. 18．What can be inferred about the Learning journey from the passage? A．It focuses mainly on theoretical knowledge. B．It requires participants to travel internationally. C．It prioritises independent study over collaboration. D．It moves from understanding to practical engagement. 19．What is the function of the Action Library? A．Sharing personal nature stories. B．Publishing original academic research papers. C．Offering actionable biodiversity protection solutions. D．Acting as a forum for environmental policy discussions. 20．What does the Scale-up plans part show about the We Are Nature initiative? A．It will work with young people with a university degree in Kenya. B．It will test its effectiveness before expanding globally. C．It will focus primarily on reducing plastic pollution. D．It will fund large-scale conservation projects. B Finding low-cost sustainable (可持续的) building materials is important for the environment and in providing access to affordable housing. Researchers have created a composite (复合的) building material by replacing sand in building materials with a common, non-degradable (不可降解的) waste product: used disposable diapers (一次性尿布). Driven by a desire to solve Indonesia’s significant population growth and demand for low-cost housing, researchers looked for a way of maintaining the benefits of building materials but making it more environmentally friendly and cheaper to produce. Building material samples containing different proportions (比例) of disposable diaper waste were tested. Then the researchers calculated the maximum (最多的) amount of sand that could be replaced with diaper waste, finding that up to 8% of the sand could be replaced to safely construct a house with 36 square meters. 10% of the sand could be replaced in a three-story house and 27% in a single-story house. In terms of the materials used to create partition walls (隔断墙), the researchers said they could replace up to 40% of sand. “This research has concluded that adding used diapers to building materials does not significantly weaken its strength,” the team stated. “It proves using diapers to create composite materials is workable, particularly concerning the development of environmentally friendly and cost-effective materials.” Indonesia is ranked sixth globally for disposable diaper usage. Many used diapers are thrown away in the country’s rivers and waterways, causing pollution. In 2019, the total waste in Indonesia was 29.21 million tons. This figure rose to 32.76 million tons in 2020. However, the researchers know the current limitations of using waste diapers as a construction material. For one thing, it would require engagement with waste treatment facilities to collect used diapers from households and deal with them. Secondly, machines that cut up the used diapers would be needed on a large scale. Nonetheless, the research highlights the potential for using non-degradable waste, addressing sustainability issues and providing low-cost housing. 21．Which is an advantage of replacing sand with used disposable diapers? A．Lowering carbon footprint. B．Speeding up the construction of housing. C．Increasing the weight of building materials. D．Improving the quality of building materials. 22．How does the author show the possibility of using diaper waste to replace sand? A．By listing data. B．By giving examples. C．By comparing opinions. D．By quoting research findings. 23．According to paragraph 3, which word can best describe the research of using diapers to create composite materials? A．Enormous. B．Conservative (保守的). C．Practical. D．Vital. 24．What is the author’s purpose of writing paragraph 4? A．To introduce a topic. B．To attract the readers. C．To draw a conclusion. D．To provide background information. 25．What can be the best title for the text? A．Building Materials Are in Great Demand B．Indonesia’s Awareness of Environmental Protection C．A Further Study on Materials of Disposable Diapers D．Waste Disposable Diapers Lay the Foundation for Future Homes C Lego, the world’s largest toy company, has built a reputation not only for the durability (耐用性) of its bricks, but also for its large investment in sustainability (可持续性). So it was surprising when the Financial Times reported that Lego had pulled out of its well-known “Bottles to Bricks” project. This ambitious project aimed to replace traditional Lego plastic with a new material made from recycled plastic bottles. However, when Lego assessed the project’s environmental impact throughout its supply chain, it found that producing bricks with recycled plastic would require extra materials and energy to make them durable enough, which would result in higher carbon emissions. Therefore, the company decided to stick with its current fossil fuel-based materials while continuing to search for more sustainable alternatives. Pursuing sustainability requires attention to the entire life cycle of a product, which involves three types of emissions: Scope 1 emissions are generated directly by a company’s internal operations. Scope 2 emissions are caused by generating the electricity, steam, heat or cooling a company consumes. And scope 3 emissions are generated by a company’s supply chain. From 2022 to 2023, Lego’s total emissions increased by 30 percent — even though the company’s scope 2 emissions related to purchased energy decreased by 40 percent. The increase was almost entirely in its scope 3 emissions. Currently, fewer than 30 percent of companies report meaningful scope 3 emissions, in part because these emissions are difficult to track. But as more companies follow in Lego’s footsteps and begin reporting scope 3 emissions, they will likely find themselves in the same position, realizing that efforts to reduce carbon emissions often boil down to supply chain and consumer-use emissions. And the results may force them to make some tough choices. The Lego example serves as a cautionary (警世的) tale in a complex environment for which most companies are not well prepared. As more companies come under examination for their entire carbon footprint, we may see more situations where well-intentioned sustainability efforts come across uncomfortable truths. This calls for a careful understanding of sustainability, not as a list of good deeds, but as a complex, ongoing process that requires carefulness, openness and, above all, a devotion to the benefit of future generations. 26．What made Lego discontinue its “Bottles to Bricks” project? A．High production costs with recycled materials. B．Lack of public support with recycled materials. C．Not too much recycled plastic. D．Environmental issues with recycled materials. 27．What is the feature of scope 3 emissions? A．They are easier to track and control. B．They significantly contribute to carbon emissions. C．They have very small effects on sustainability efforts. D．They mainly come from companies’ internal processes. 28．How does Lego influence other companies according to the text? A．By helping them innovate green materials. B．By reminding them of supply chain emissions. C．By encouraging them to focus on product quality. D．By warning them of unpredictable market conditions. 29．What can be known from the Lego example? A．Companies should prioritize environmental concerns. B．Public awareness and support need to be emphasized. C．Sustainability requires continuous adaptation and efforts. D．Material innovation can ease companies’ environmental issues. 30．What can be the best title for the text? A．Lego’s future: a green and long journey B．The challenges to the toy industry C．The complexities of carbon emissions D．New plastic: a greener alternative D For as long as he could remember, Ben’s world had been defined by straight lines and precise angles. His dream was to become an architect, and his sketchbook was filled with drawings of modern-looking buildings and complex bridges. The messy, unpredictable world of living things held little interest for him. That was, until his high school required a semester of community service. Reluctantly, Ben signed up for “Green Guardians”, a program that involved tending to the community garden. He was assigned to work with Mr. Henderson, a retired carpenter in his seventies whose hands were rough and marked with years of labor, but whose eyes held a surprising gentleness. Their first task was to repair a broken brick path. Ben, eager to apply his “expertise”, immediately pulled out a tape measure and began calculating. “The bricks need to be evenly spaced, exactly 5 centimeters apart for structural integrity and visual appeal,” he announced. Mr. Henderson laughed softly, wiping his brow with a handkerchief. “Son,” he said, “in a garden, nothing is ever perfectly even. Look.” He pointed to a nearby oak tree. “See how its roots have gently pushed these bricks up over the years? That’s not a mistake; it’s a story. Our job isn’t to fight that story, but to work with it.” Ben was puzzled. In his designs, irregularity was a flaw to be corrected. Yet, as the weeks passed, he watched Mr. Henderson work. He didn’t just replace bricks; he observed how the sunlight fell, where the rainwater pooled, and which plants were struggling for space. He repaired the path, but also widened a curve to give a rose bush more room, and used slightly different colored bricks to create a gentle pattern that guided the eye toward a beautiful, old bench. One afternoon, as they were planting new young plants, a heavy rain suddenly began to fall. Ben rushed to cover the plants with a plastic sheet, but Mr. Henderson stopped him. “Let them feel the rain,” he said. “A little struggle makes the roots grow stronger.” They sat under the small building, watching the rain nourish the earth. In that quiet moment, surrounded by the sound of rain and the smell of wet soil, Ben felt a shift within himself. He realized that Mr. Henderson wasn’t just building a path or tending plants; he was fostering a living, breathing ecosystem where every imperfection had a purpose. On the last day of the program, Ben looked at the garden — not as a collection of individual plants and structures, but as a whole. The winding path, the uneven flower beds, the trees of different heights — it all worked together in a harmonious, beautiful way. He opened his sketchbook to a new page. This time, he didn’t draw a towering skyscraper. Instead, he began sketching a design for a small, sustainable community library, one with lots of natural light, green walls, and pathways that adapted to the existing trees. He showed it to Mr. Henderson. The old man studied it for a long moment, then nodded, a slow smile spreading across his face. “Now you’re not just drawing buildings,” he said. “You’re designing a home for life.” Ben finally understood. True design wasn’t about forcing order on the world. It was about listening to it, learning from it, and creating spaces where both people and nature could thrive, imperfectly and beautifully together. 31．Why did Ben initially feel uninterested in the community garden program? A．He thought gardening was too physically demanding. B．He believed it had nothing to do with his career goal. C．He was afraid of getting his hands dirty. D．He disliked working with elderly people. 32．What can be inferred about Mr. Henderson’s view of irregularities in the garden from his words “That’s not a mistake; it’s a story.”? A．He sees them as problems that must be fixed immediately. B．He considers them evidence of poor past maintenance. C．He values them as meaningful parts of the garden’s history and character. D．He views them as artistic decorations that should be highlighted to attract visitors. 33．How did Mr. Henderson’s philosophy influence Ben’s work on the path? A．Ben insisted on using more precise measurements. B．Ben learned to include natural elements and stories into his work. C．Ben decided to remove the old tree roots completely. D．Ben convinced Mr. Henderson to follow his original design. 34．What is the key reason for the change in Ben’s final sketchbook design? A．He gave up his dream of becoming an architect. B．He wanted to impress Mr. Henderson with a complex drawing. C．His understanding of design evolved to include harmony with nature. D．He found garden design more profitable than architecture. 35．Which of the following best summarizes the main theme of the story? A．True design originates from collaborating with nature. B．Elderly people possess invaluable wisdom that the young often ignore. C．Community service is a compulsory requirement for personal growth. D．Academic knowledge is always superior to practical experience. 三、完形填空(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分) 阅读下列短文,从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Ecotourism is a combination of ecology (the study of systems of living things) and tourism. It is defined as “responsible travel to natural areas that preserves the environment and improves the welfare of the local people” by the International Ecotourism Society. Actually, ecotourism can mean travel to far-off places of great natural beauty, but not always in a(n) 36 way. It's a big business, and the attraction of money can cause people to think about profits first. While ecotourism offers benefits to people and ecosystems, it leaves ecosystems 37 to negative effects, too. Costa Rica, once a Spanish colony, and independent since 1821, has an ecotourism industry worth over one billion dollars yearly, and thousands of jobs have been 38 . Nearly 21 percent of the land is now protected national parks, 39 thanks to ecotourism. Nevertheless, due to the number of people visiting the country's natural places, some damage to the ecosystem has occurred. While tourists can have a negative impact on ecosystems, the same areas might have been 40 by industries such as farming, logging, or mining if there were no ecotourism industry. Shelters have been created instead, keeping the ecosystem protected. And, by visiting beautiful rain forests and seeing rare animals, visitors get a sense of their 41 , and of gratitude for them. Tour guides can also be educators who train people to love and care for the environment. Visitors can take these lessons with them to their home countries. Unfortunately, while their effect may not be 42 in the off-season, the constant parade of visitors in the high season can be damaging. At one national park in Costa Rica, wild monkeys now feed on garbage left by the tourists. In addition, ecotourists tend to seek out places with the rarest animals and plants, 43 the most delicate living things. It is easy to be critical of the ecotourism industry, but it is important to be 44 as well. Ecotourism can never be “pure”. We can't expect zero negative effects on the ecosystem. It is also 45 to suppose that humans won't go anywhere accessible to them. If protection efforts are maintained and increased, those remaining places of undisturbed nature may be stressed, but they won't be destroyed. 36．A．attractive B．natural C．different D．responsible 37．A．alone B．accountable C．open D．out 38．A．lost B．created C．abandoned D．shifted 39．A．mainly B．comparatively C．unfortunately D．barely 40．A．fertilized B．destroyed C．reserved D．stimulated 41．A．liberty B．hardness C．welfare D．value 42．A．uncertain B．noticeable C．rigid D．special 43．A．appreciating B．discovering C．sheltering D．pressuring 44．A．positive B．creative C．effective D．sensitive 45．A．feasible B．reasonable C．unrealistic D．inevitable 四、语法填空(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分) 阅读下列短文,在空白处填入一个适当的词,或填入括号中所给单词的正确形式,并将答案写在对应处。 The former sailor fighting to keep cruise ships at bay Few people know the sea better than Frederic Picard. He spent 30 years in the merchant navy before becoming a commercial captain, 46 (transport) tourists and containers across the Mediterranean for more than two decades. Now aged 65, it is with no small note of sadness 47 he says, increasingly, it is the land that calls him. “To be honest, I no longer feel the same urge 48 (go) to sea,” he said. “I go hiking a lot in the mountains with my wife, and we’ve found an environment 49 is much more preserved. The mountains are beautiful wherever you go.” Picard’s beloved sea 50 (destroy), he believes, by something uncomfortably close to home: cruise ships. Faced with this new reality, Picard has decided to become the sea’s protector. For Picard, the switch from boat captain to protector — a transformation that required him to unlearn much of 51 his decades at sea had taught — has been a long and often humbling journey of self-education. When he started working on ships he knew they were “machines that pollute a lot”, but little more than that, he said. He became increasingly aware of the impact 52 parking such “big monsters” in the middle of a city, and when his first grandchild was born he decided he needed to act. He has regrets about his former career as a commercial sailor, which, 53 it gave him decades of experience at sea, also made him participate in the very practices he now criticizes; yet he makes efforts to share his knowledge of the maritime world with as many people as possible, 54 (drive) by the hope that such awareness might prove useful to others. “I certainly feel guilty,” he said. “It’s guilt for 55 (involve) in the destruction of life. But maybe that is the engine that makes me an activist now. 五、书面表达(满分20分) 4月22日是“世界地球日”（Earth Day），假定你是国际学校学生李华，请你代表学生会写一封倡议书，呼吁大家关爱地球。内容包括： 1. 现状说明； 2. 具体措施。 注意： 1. 词数不少于80左右； 2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3. 开头结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 Dear fellow students, __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Student Union 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 ( 1 )原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 编写说明：本套试卷紧扣《英语 基础模块2》（高教版第三版）教材，以教材单元为基准精准覆盖核心考点。 每个单元设置AB卷，A卷为基础巩固卷，侧重基础考点训练，帮助学生扎实掌握知识要点；B卷为能力提升卷，注重知识整合与全面检测，引导学生构建知识网络。全书设计4份综合测试卷，模拟实战情境，聚焦解题能力突破，全面提升应试能力与知识应用水平。 【对标新考纲】 《英语 基础模块2》（高教版第三版）《单元过关卷》 Unit 8 Green Earth B卷·能力提升 考试时间：120分钟 满分：100分 班级 姓名 学号 成绩 一、情景交际(共15小题,满分20分) 第一节 读下列10个短对话,从题后所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。(共10小题,每小题1分,满分10分) 1．---Indeed, last month IBM finally gave up its mainframe business, its CEO saying that they had_______________, since fewer and fewer people wanted mainframes. A．killed the fatted calf. B．seen the handwriting on the wall. C．reaped what they had sown. D．hired themselves out. 【答案】B 【详解】考查情景交际。句意：事实上，上个月IBM终于放弃了它的大型机业务，它的CEO说他们已经看到了不祥之兆，因为越来越少的人需要大型机。A. killed the fatted calf热情款待；B. seen the handwriting on the wall觉察到不祥之兆；C. reaped what they had sown种瓜得瓜，种豆得豆；D. hired themselves out投靠某人。根据fewer and fewer people wanted mainframes.可知大型机的需求越来越少，表示看到了不祥之兆，故选B. 2．—What a mess! You’re always throwing things about. —Don’t be ____, Mum. I will tidy it up now. A．hot under the collar B．on cloud nine C．off the top of your head D．down in the dumps 【答案】A 【详解】考查情景对话。句意：——真是一团糟!你总是乱扔东西。——别发火，妈妈。我现在就把它整理好。根据情境，母亲因为儿子乱扔东西而生气，A. hot under the collar发怒的；B. on cloud nine非常高兴；C. off the top of your head立即，不假思索；D. down in the dumps垂头丧气，故选A。 3．--- Jim lost his job. Then somebody stole his car. --- . We should lend him a hand. A．The grass is always greener on the other side B．A miss is as good as a mile C．It never rains but pours D．Every dog has its day 【答案】C 【详解】考查谚语辨析。A. The grass is always greener on the other side这山望着那山高；B. A miss is as good as a mile失之毫厘，谬以千里；C. It never rains but pours祸不单行；D. Every dog has its day凡人皆有得意时。句意：—吉姆失业了。然后有人偷了他的车。—真是祸不单行。我们应该帮助他。结合句意可知答案为C。 4．After his company suffered from millions of dollars in losses, Joe and left the company. A．killed the fatted calf B．saw the handwriting on the wall C．was in the black D．was over cloud nine 【答案】B 【详解】考查习惯表达。A. killed the fatted calf被热情款待；B. saw the handwriting on the wall不祥征兆；C. was in the black有盈余；D. was over cloud nine欣喜若狂。句意：在他的公司遭受数百万美元的损失后，乔看到了不祥之兆，离开了公司。故B选项正确。 5．— Tom, what a pity! I almost succeeded yesterday. —_______. I told you to be careful before. A．One tree does not make a forest B．Where there’s life, there’s hope C．One false step will make a great difference D．Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today 【答案】C 【详解】考查谚语辨析。A. One tree does not make a forest独木不成林；B. Where there’s life, there’s hope有生命就有希望；C. One false step will make a great difference失之毫厘，谬之千里；D. Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today今日事，今日毕。由语境I told you to be careful before.可知，答案为C。故C选项正确。． 6．—— David should lie to his best friend in order to get the well-paid job! —— It is typical of him because he ________. A．is facing his Waterloo B．is visually challenged C．has cast-iron nerves D．worships the golden calf 【答案】D 【详解】考查句意理解题。A. is facing his Waterloo面对滑铁卢；B. is visually challenged视力障碍； C. has cast-iron nerves意志坚强；D. worships the golden calf崇拜金钱。句意：—为了得到那份高薪的工作，大卫竟然对他最好的朋友撒谎。—这是他的特点，因为他崇拜金钱。结合句意可知答案为D。 7．— Sue slept overnight in front of the stadium in order to get concert tickets. — That’s what the proverb “______” means. A．every cloud has a silver lining B．make hay while the sun shines C．the early bird catches the worm D．don’t count your chickens before they hatch 【答案】C 【详解】考查谚语。A. every cloud has a silver lining乌云背后总有一线光明；B. make hay while the sun shines晒草要趁太阳好；C. the early bird catches the worm早起的鸟儿有虫吃；D. don’t count your chickens before they hatch不要过早乐观。句意：—为了买到音乐会的票，Sue在体育馆前睡了一夜。—这就是谚语“早起的鸟儿有虫吃”的意思。结合句意可知答案为C。 8．It was only after all his debts were discovered that everyone knew the great financier also had________. A．green fingers B．feet of clay C．the salt of the earth D．cool cucumbers 【答案】B 【详解】考查俗语辨析。句意：直到他的债务被发现的时候，人们才明白原来伟大的金融家也有缺点。A. green fingers 园艺能手；B. feet of clay 内在缺陷，致命缺点；C. the salt of earth 诚实正直的人；D. cool cucumbers 冷静镇定。根据前文的after all his debts were discovered可知，金融家也有缺陷。故选B。 9．— He spent little money in repairing the roof. Now the rain has ruined half his furniture. — ________. This is a plain example. A．A penny saved is a penny gained B ．Many a little makes a mickle C．Penny wise and pound foolish D．From saving comes having 【答案】C 【详解】考查俗语。A. A penny saved is a penny gained省一分钱就是赚一分钱；B. Many a little makes a mickle积少成多；C. Penny wise and pound foolish小事聪明大事糊涂；D. From saving comes having富有来自节约。句意：—他几乎没有花什么钱修屋顶，现在雨水毁掉了一半的家具。—小事聪明，大事糊涂。这就是一个典型的例子。根据句意可知C项符合语境，故选择C项。 10．—Dear me, I just fell down and ripped (扯裂) my stockings! —Oh, honey, you'll be fine. ____________. A．It makes me laugh my head off B．Luck is smiling on you C．It’s no use crying over spilt milk D．Laughter is the best medicine 【答案】C 【分析】情景对话题。 【详解】句意为：---哦，我摔倒了，扯裂我的袜子了。 ---哦，亲爱的，你会好起来的，毕竟为洒了的牛奶哭泣是没有用的。 此题为情景对话题，根据语境可知It’s no use crying over spilt milk . 正确。A 笑死人了；B幸运之神眷顾到你；D 笑是最好的良药，根据语境可知C正确。 第二节 读下面一段对话,从方框中所给的 A、B、C、D、E、F和 G 七个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。(共5小题,每小题2分,满分10分) A．But what can I do for you? B．I think water is very important to us. C．You mean when I have shampoo in my hair? D．But what can I do? E．That will save a lot of money, too. F．Take a bag when you go shopping. G．Sometimes I turn off the lights without thinking. A: Hi, Jane. Would you like to help save the environment? B: I’d like to. ____11____ A: Well, first, you can start by turning off the lights when you leave a room. B: Yes. That’s easy. ____12____ What’s next? A: Second, you can ride a bicycle. Don’t take a bus or a taxi if you don’t have to. B: ____13____ What else? A: Third, try to recycle paper. B: Mmm. Newspapers, magazines, we have a lot of paper at home. Good idea. A: The fourth idea is to turn off the shower when you’re not using it. B: ____14____ A: Yes. Get wet, turn off the shower, put the shampoo (洗发剂) in your hair and then turn on the shower and wash it out. B: Yes. ____15____ We have to save water. 【答案】11．D 12．G 13．E 14．C 15．B 【导语】本文是一段关于环保建议的对话，A向B提出几条保护环境的措施，B逐一回应并询问细节。 11．根据答语“Well, first, you can start by turning off the lights when you leave a room. (首先，你可以从离开房间时关灯开始。)”可知，此处应是询问对方应该怎么做，选项D“但是我能做什么呢？”符合语境。故选D。 12．根据上文“Well, first, you can start by turning off the lights when you leave a room. (首先，你可以从离开房间时关灯开始。)”以及“Yes. That’s easy. (是。这很简单。)”可知，此处应是描述自己关灯的习惯，选项G“有时我想都没想就关灯。”符合语境。故选G。 13．根据上文“Second, you can ride a bicycle. Don’t take a bus or a taxi if you don’t have to. (第二，你可以骑自行车。如果没有必要，不要乘坐公共汽车或出租车。)”可知，此处应是说出这样做很好，还能省钱，选项E“这样也能省很多钱。”符合语境。故选E。 14．根据上文“The fourth idea is to turn off the shower when you’re not using it. (第四个建议是不用淋浴的时候关掉它。)”和下文“Yes. Get wet, turn off the shower, put the shampoo (洗发剂) in your hair and then turn on the shower and wash it out. (是。弄湿了，关掉淋浴器，把洗发水放在头发上，然后打开淋浴器，把头发洗干净。)”可知，此处应是说到洗发水的情况，选项C“你是说当我的头发沾上洗发水的时候吗？”符合语境。故选C。 15．根据下文“We have to save water. (我们必须节约用水。)”可知，此处应是说到水的重要性，从而节约用水，选项B“我认为水对我们很重要。”符合语境。故选B。 二、阅读理解(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分) 阅读下列短文,从题后所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳答案。 A The We Are Nature: Youth Biodiversity Challenge is a dynamic and expanding global movement dedicated to empowering young individuals to play an active and decisive role in biodiversity conservation. This initiative provides a structured pathway for youth engagement, fostering both knowledge and practical action. Learning journey Level 1: Dive into our comprehensive learning materials to deepen your understanding of biodiversity action. You will explore the wonders of both global and local ecosystems, understand the intricate connections between species and habitats, and discover how your individual and collective actions can create a tangible, positive impact on the planet. Level 2: Expand your network! Connect with peers and mentors from around the world. These exchanges will deepen your knowledge and open the door to collaborative opportunities. Together, you can make a much greater difference by sharing ideas and co-creating solutions that transcend borders. Level 3: It’s time for action. Use the Action Cards to jump into biodiversity projects and become a champion of sustainable practices. Inspire the community by sharing your achievements with others. Action Library Discover our collection of actionable solutions designed to empower you to take meaningful steps in biodiversity action. From local initiatives to global projects, each Action Card provides practical steps to guide you on your journey towards environmental protection. Click here to explore the Action Library. Have you witnessed an impactful biodiversity initiative in your community? Share it with us. You’re invited to submit your own Action Card, presenting effective solutions that others can also use to promote and sustain biodiversity. Together, we can increase our collective impact. Click here to submit your Action Card. Scale-up plans The We Are Nature builds on the success of the UNEP-facilitated Tide Turners Plastic Challenge, which has engaged nearly 1 million young people across 61 countries and regions over 6 years, showcasing the power of youth-led action in tackling environmental challenges. The first pilot project (试验性项目) of We Are Nature will be rolled out in Kenya and South Africa this year, with an ambition to scale it up in 20 countries and regions and reach 1 million young people over the next 5 years. Contact us Ready to join this generational mission? For more information and to get involved, applications and inquiries should be sent to Mariana. osipova@ un.Org. Let’s make our generation's voice echo through history! 16．What does the We Are Nature initiative primarily aim to achieve? A．To encourage global tourism. B．To promote academic research. C．To document diverse ecosystems. D．To engage youth in environmental action. 17．What is the focus of the second level in the Learning journey? A．Conducting research on endangered species. B．Winning competitions for environmental innovation. C．Connecting with others to enhance collective impact. D．Submitting a comprehensive project for official review. 18．What can be inferred about the Learning journey from the passage? A．It focuses mainly on theoretical knowledge. B．It requires participants to travel internationally. C．It prioritises independent study over collaboration. D．It moves from understanding to practical engagement. 19．What is the function of the Action Library? A．Sharing personal nature stories. B．Publishing original academic research papers. C．Offering actionable biodiversity protection solutions. D．Acting as a forum for environmental policy discussions. 20．What does the Scale-up plans part show about the We Are Nature initiative? A．It will work with young people with a university degree in Kenya. B．It will test its effectiveness before expanding globally. C．It will focus primarily on reducing plastic pollution. D．It will fund large-scale conservation projects. 【答案】16．D 17．C 18．D 19．C 20．B 【导语】这是一篇应用文。主要介绍了“我们即自然：青年生物多样性挑战”这一全球倡议，包括其核心目标、学习路径、行动资源库、推广计划及联系方式。 16．细节理解题。根据原文第一段“The We Are Nature: Youth Biodiversity Challenge is a dynamic and expanding global movement dedicated to empowering young individuals to play an active and decisive role in biodiversity conservation.(“我们即自然：青年生物多样性挑战” 是一项充满活力且不断发展的全球倡议，致力于赋能青年，让他们在生物多样性保护中发挥积极且关键的作用。)” 可知，该倡议的核心目标是让青年参与环保行动，故选D。 17．细节理解题。根据原文Learning journey中 “Level 2: Expand your network! Connect with peers and mentors from around the world. These exchanges will deepen your knowledge and open the door to collaborative opportunities. Together, you can make a much greater difference by sharing ideas and co-creating solutions that transcend borders.(第二阶段：拓展你的人脉网络！与来自世界各地的同龄人及导师建立联系。这些交流将深化你的知识，并为合作机会敞开大门。携手合作，通过分享想法和共同创造超越国界的解决方案，你们能产生更大的影响力。)” 可知，第二阶段的重点是通过联结他人提升集体影响力，故选C。 18．推理判断题。根据原文Learning journey中“Level 1: Dive into our comprehensive learning materials to deepen your understanding of biodiversity action.(第一阶段：深入了解我们的综合学习材料，加深你对生物多样性行动的理解。)”及“Level 2: Expand your network! Connect with peers and mentors from around the world.(第二阶段：拓展你的人脉网络！与来自世界各地的同龄人及导师建立联系。)”及“Level 3: It’s time for action. Use the Action Cards to jump into biodiversity projects and become a champion of sustainable practices.(第三阶段：是时候采取行动了。使用行动卡加入生物多样性项目，成为可持续实践的拥护者。)”可知，学习路径的三个阶段：第一阶段 “深化对生物多样性行动的理解”（侧重知识学习）、第二阶段 “拓展人脉、开展合作”（侧重交流联结）、第三阶段 “参与生物多样性项目、成为可持续实践的倡导者”（侧重实际行动），可推断学习路径是从认知逐步过渡到实践参与，故选D。 19．细节理解题。根据原文Action Library部分第一段“Discover our collection of actionable solutions designed to empower you to take meaningful steps in biodiversity action.(探索我们收集的切实可行的解决方案，这些方案旨在帮助你在生物多样性行动中采取有意义的步骤。)” 可知，行动资源库的作用是提供可操作的生物多样性保护方案，故选C。 20．推理判断题。根据原文Scale-up plans部分“The first pilot project of We Are Nature will be rolled out in Kenya and South Africa this year, with an ambition to scale it up in 20 countries and regions and reach 1 million young people over the next 5 years.(“我们即自然” 的首个试验性项目将于今年在肯尼亚和南非推出，目标是在20个国家和地区扩大规模，并在未来5年内覆盖100万年轻人。)” 可知，该倡议会先通过试点项目测试效果，再进行全球推广，故选B。 B Finding low-cost sustainable (可持续的) building materials is important for the environment and in providing access to affordable housing. Researchers have created a composite (复合的) building material by replacing sand in building materials with a common, non-degradable (不可降解的) waste product: used disposable diapers (一次性尿布). Driven by a desire to solve Indonesia’s significant population growth and demand for low-cost housing, researchers looked for a way of maintaining the benefits of building materials but making it more environmentally friendly and cheaper to produce. Building material samples containing different proportions (比例) of disposable diaper waste were tested. Then the researchers calculated the maximum (最多的) amount of sand that could be replaced with diaper waste, finding that up to 8% of the sand could be replaced to safely construct a house with 36 square meters. 10% of the sand could be replaced in a three-story house and 27% in a single-story house. In terms of the materials used to create partition walls (隔断墙), the researchers said they could replace up to 40% of sand. “This research has concluded that adding used diapers to building materials does not significantly weaken its strength,” the team stated. “It proves using diapers to create composite materials is workable, particularly concerning the development of environmentally friendly and cost-effective materials.” Indonesia is ranked sixth globally for disposable diaper usage. Many used diapers are thrown away in the country’s rivers and waterways, causing pollution. In 2019, the total waste in Indonesia was 29.21 million tons. This figure rose to 32.76 million tons in 2020. However, the researchers know the current limitations of using waste diapers as a construction material. For one thing, it would require engagement with waste treatment facilities to collect used diapers from households and deal with them. Secondly, machines that cut up the used diapers would be needed on a large scale. Nonetheless, the research highlights the potential for using non-degradable waste, addressing sustainability issues and providing low-cost housing. 21．Which is an advantage of replacing sand with used disposable diapers? A．Lowering carbon footprint. B．Speeding up the construction of housing. C．Increasing the weight of building materials. D．Improving the quality of building materials. 22．How does the author show the possibility of using diaper waste to replace sand? A．By listing data. B．By giving examples. C．By comparing opinions. D．By quoting research findings. 23．According to paragraph 3, which word can best describe the research of using diapers to create composite materials? A．Enormous. B．Conservative (保守的). C．Practical. D．Vital. 24．What is the author’s purpose of writing paragraph 4? A．To introduce a topic. B．To attract the readers. C．To draw a conclusion. D．To provide background information. 25．What can be the best title for the text? A．Building Materials Are in Great Demand B．Indonesia’s Awareness of Environmental Protection C．A Further Study on Materials of Disposable Diapers D．Waste Disposable Diapers Lay the Foundation for Future Homes 【答案】21．A 22．A 23．C 24．D 25．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了研究人员通过用一次性尿布这种不可降解的废弃物替代建筑材料中的沙子，研发出一种复合建筑材料，介绍了其优势、应用可能性、研究情况、面临的局限以及该研究的意义。 21．细节理解题。根据第一段中“Finding low-cost sustainable building materials is important for the environment and in providing access to affordable housing. Researchers have created a composite building material by replacing sand in building materials with a common, non-degradable waste product: used disposable diapers. (研发低成本可持续建筑材料对环境保护和保障经济适用房至关重要。研究人员通过将建筑材料中的沙子替换为一种常见的不可降解废弃物——使用过的一次性尿布，成功研制出新型复合建筑材料)”和第二段中“Driven by a desire to solve Indonesia’s significant population growth and demand for low-cost housing, researchers looked for a way of maintaining the benefits of building materials but making it more environmentally friendly and cheaper to produce. (出于解决印度尼西亚人口大幅增长和对低成本住房需求的愿望，研究人员寻找一种既能保持建筑材料优势，又能使其更环保、生产成本更低的方法)”可知，用用过的一次性尿布代替沙子的优势是降低碳足迹，使建筑材料更环保。故选A项。 22．推理判断题。根据第二段中“Building material samples containing different proportions of disposable diaper waste were tested. Then the researchers calculated the maximum amount of sand that could be replaced with diaper waste, finding that up to 8% of the sand could be replaced to safely construct a house with 36 square meters. 10% of the sand could be replaced in a three-story house and 27% in a single-story house. In terms of the materials used to create partition walls, the researchers said they could replace up to 40% of sand.(对含有不同比例一次性尿布废物的建筑材料样品进行了测试。然后，研究人员计算了可以用尿布废物替代的最大沙子量，研究人员发现，最多可以用尿布废料替代 8% 的沙子，就能安全建造一座36平方米的房子。在三层房屋中，10%的沙子可以被替代，在单层房屋中，27%的沙子可以被替代。研究人员表示，就用于建造隔断墙的材料而言，他们可以替代高达40%的沙子)”可知，作者通过列举数据展示了用尿布废物替代沙子的可能性。故选A项。 23．推理判断题。根据第三段““This research has concluded that adding used diapers to building materials does not significantly weaken its strength,” the team stated. “It proves using diapers to create composite materials is workable, particularly concerning the development of environmentally friendly and cost-effective materials.”(研究小组表示：“这项研究得出结论，在建筑材料中添加用过的尿布不会显著削弱其强度。这证明使用尿布制造复合材料是可行的，特别是在开发环保且经济高效的材料方面。”)”可推知，用尿布制造复合材料的研究是实用的。故选C项。 24．推理判断题。根据第四段“Indonesia is ranked sixth globally for disposable diaper usage. Many used diapers are thrown away in the country’s rivers and waterways, causing pollution. In 2019, the total waste in Indonesia was 29. 21 million tons. This figure rose to 32.76 million tons in 2020.(印度尼西亚的一次性尿布使用量在全球排名第六。许多用过的尿布被扔进该国的河流和水道，造成污染。2019年，印度尼西亚的垃圾总量为2921万吨。这一数字在2020年升至3276万吨)”可推知，作者写第四段的目的是提供背景信息，说明印度尼西亚一次性尿布使用量多，且造成污染严重，为后文介绍研究人员用一次性尿布替代建筑材料中的沙子做铺垫。故选D项。 25．主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段中“Researchers have created a composite building material by replacing sand in building materials with a common, non-degradable waste product: used disposable diapers.(研究人员用一种常见的不可降解的废物产品——用过的一次性尿布——替代建筑材料中的沙子，创造出一种复合建筑材料)”可知，文章主要介绍了一项研究，研究人员用一次性尿布这种不可降解的废弃物替代建筑材料中的沙子，研发出一种复合建筑材料，D项“Waste Disposable Diapers Lay the Foundation for Future Homes(废弃的一次性尿布为未来的家园奠定基础)”最适合作文章标题。故选D项。 C Lego, the world’s largest toy company, has built a reputation not only for the durability (耐用性) of its bricks, but also for its large investment in sustainability (可持续性). So it was surprising when the Financial Times reported that Lego had pulled out of its well-known “Bottles to Bricks” project. This ambitious project aimed to replace traditional Lego plastic with a new material made from recycled plastic bottles. However, when Lego assessed the project’s environmental impact throughout its supply chain, it found that producing bricks with recycled plastic would require extra materials and energy to make them durable enough, which would result in higher carbon emissions. Therefore, the company decided to stick with its current fossil fuel-based materials while continuing to search for more sustainable alternatives. Pursuing sustainability requires attention to the entire life cycle of a product, which involves three types of emissions: Scope 1 emissions are generated directly by a company’s internal operations. Scope 2 emissions are caused by generating the electricity, steam, heat or cooling a company consumes. And scope 3 emissions are generated by a company’s supply chain. From 2022 to 2023, Lego’s total emissions increased by 30 percent — even though the company’s scope 2 emissions related to purchased energy decreased by 40 percent. The increase was almost entirely in its scope 3 emissions. Currently, fewer than 30 percent of companies report meaningful scope 3 emissions, in part because these emissions are difficult to track. But as more companies follow in Lego’s footsteps and begin reporting scope 3 emissions, they will likely find themselves in the same position, realizing that efforts to reduce carbon emissions often boil down to supply chain and consumer-use emissions. And the results may force them to make some tough choices. The Lego example serves as a cautionary (警世的) tale in a complex environment for which most companies are not well prepared. As more companies come under examination for their entire carbon footprint, we may see more situations where well-intentioned sustainability efforts come across uncomfortable truths. This calls for a careful understanding of sustainability, not as a list of good deeds, but as a complex, ongoing process that requires carefulness, openness and, above all, a devotion to the benefit of future generations. 26．What made Lego discontinue its “Bottles to Bricks” project? A．High production costs with recycled materials. B．Lack of public support with recycled materials. C．Not too much recycled plastic. D．Environmental issues with recycled materials. 27．What is the feature of scope 3 emissions? A．They are easier to track and control. B．They significantly contribute to carbon emissions. C．They have very small effects on sustainability efforts. D．They mainly come from companies’ internal processes. 28．How does Lego influence other companies according to the text? A．By helping them innovate green materials. B．By reminding them of supply chain emissions. C．By encouraging them to focus on product quality. D．By warning them of unpredictable market conditions. 29．What can be known from the Lego example? A．Companies should prioritize environmental concerns. B．Public awareness and support need to be emphasized. C．Sustainability requires continuous adaptation and efforts. D．Material innovation can ease companies’ environmental issues. 30．What can be the best title for the text? A．Lego’s future: a green and long journey B．The challenges to the toy industry C．The complexities of carbon emissions D．New plastic: a greener alternative 【答案】26．D 27．B 28．B 29．C 30．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章通过乐高公司放弃“瓶子变积木”项目的例子，说明了在追求可持续性时需要考虑产品整个生命周期的碳排放，特别是供应链中的排放。 26．细节理解题。根据第二段“This ambitious project aimed to replace traditional Lego plastic with a new material made from recycled plastic bottles. However, when Lego assessed the project’s environmental impact throughout its supply chain, it found that producing bricks with recycled plastic would require extra materials and energy to make them durable enough, which would result in higher carbon emissions. Therefore, the company decided to stick with its current fossil fuel-based materials while continuing to search for more sustainable alternatives.(这个雄心勃勃的项目旨在用回收塑料瓶制成的新材料取代传统的乐高塑料。然而，当乐高评估该项目对整个供应链的环境影响时，它发现用回收塑料生产积木需要额外的材料和能源，以使它们足够耐用，这将导致更高的碳排放。因此，该公司决定继续使用目前的化石燃料为基础的材料，同时继续寻找更可持续的替代品)”可知，因为回收材料的环境问题导致乐高终止了“瓶子变积木”的项目。 27．细节理解题。根据第三段“And scope 3 emissions are generated by a company’s supply chain. From 2022 to 2023, Lego’s total emissions increased by 30 percent — even though the company’s scope 2 emissions related to purchased energy decreased by 40 percent. The increase was almost entirely in its scope 3 emissions.(第三类排放是由公司的供应链产生的。从2022年到2023年，乐高的总排放量增加了30%，尽管该公司与购买能源相关的范围2排放量减少了40%。这一增长几乎全部来自第三类排放)”可知，第三类排放的特点是大大增加了碳排放。故选B项。 28．细节理解题。根据第四段“Currently, fewer than 30 percent of companies report meaningful scope 3 emissions, in part because these emissions are difficult to track. But as more companies follow in Lego’s footsteps and begin reporting scope 3 emissions, they will likely find themselves in the same position, realizing that efforts to reduce carbon emissions often boil down to supply chain and consumer-use emissions. And the results may force them to make some tough choices.(目前，只有不到30%的公司报告了有意义的第3类排放，部分原因是这些排放难以追踪。但随着越来越多的公司跟随乐高的脚步，开始报告第3类排放，他们可能会发现自己处于同样的境地，意识到减少碳排放的努力往往归结为供应链和消费者使用的排放。结果可能会迫使他们做出一些艰难的选择)”可知，乐高通过提醒他们供应链的排放来影响其他公司。故选B项。 29．推理判断题。根据最后一段“The Lego example serves as a cautionary (警世的) tale in a complex environment for which most companies are not well prepared. As more companies come under examination for their entire carbon footprint, we may see more situations where well-intentioned sustainability efforts come across uncomfortable truths. This calls for a careful understanding of sustainability, not as a list of good deeds, but as a complex, ongoing process that requires carefulness, openness and, above all, a devotion to the benefit of future generations.(在大多数企业尚未做好充分准备的复杂环境中，乐高的例子起到了警示作用。随着越来越多的公司接受对其整体碳足迹的审查，我们可能会看到更多的情况，善意的可持续发展努力会遇到令人不安的事实。这就要求我们认真理解可持续性，而不是把它当作一份善行清单，而是把它当作一个复杂的、持续的过程，需要谨慎、开放，最重要的是，要致力于造福子孙后代)”可知，从乐高的例子中我们可以知道可持续性需要不断适应和努力。故选C项。 30．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“The Lego example serves as a cautionary (警世的) tale in a complex environment for which most companies are not well prepared. As more companies come under examination for their entire carbon footprint, we may see more situations where well-intentioned sustainability efforts come across uncomfortable truths. This calls for a careful understanding of sustainability, not as a list of good deeds, but as a complex, ongoing process that requires carefulness, openness and, above all, a devotion to the benefit of future generations.(在大多数企业尚未做好充分准备的复杂环境中，乐高的例子起到了警示作用。随着越来越多的公司接受对其整体碳足迹的审查，我们可能会看到更多的情况，善意的可持续发展努力会遇到令人不安的事实。这就要求我们认真理解可持续性，而不是把它当作一份善行清单，而是把它当作一个复杂的、持续的过程，需要谨慎、开放，最重要的是，要致力于造福子孙后代)”以及纵观全文可知，本文主要讲述乐高公司放弃“瓶子变积木”项目的例子，说明了在追求可持续性时需要考虑产品整个生命周期的碳排放，以及可持续性需要不断适应和努力，所以A项“Lego’s future: a green and long journey(乐高的未来：绿色而漫长的旅程)”适合作本文的最佳标题。故选A项。 D For as long as he could remember, Ben’s world had been defined by straight lines and precise angles. His dream was to become an architect, and his sketchbook was filled with drawings of modern-looking buildings and complex bridges. The messy, unpredictable world of living things held little interest for him. That was, until his high school required a semester of community service. Reluctantly, Ben signed up for “Green Guardians”, a program that involved tending to the community garden. He was assigned to work with Mr. Henderson, a retired carpenter in his seventies whose hands were rough and marked with years of labor, but whose eyes held a surprising gentleness. Their first task was to repair a broken brick path. Ben, eager to apply his “expertise”, immediately pulled out a tape measure and began calculating. “The bricks need to be evenly spaced, exactly 5 centimeters apart for structural integrity and visual appeal,” he announced. Mr. Henderson laughed softly, wiping his brow with a handkerchief. “Son,” he said, “in a garden, nothing is ever perfectly even. Look.” He pointed to a nearby oak tree. “See how its roots have gently pushed these bricks up over the years? That’s not a mistake; it’s a story. Our job isn’t to fight that story, but to work with it.” Ben was puzzled. In his designs, irregularity was a flaw to be corrected. Yet, as the weeks passed, he watched Mr. Henderson work. He didn’t just replace bricks; he observed how the sunlight fell, where the rainwater pooled, and which plants were struggling for space. He repaired the path, but also widened a curve to give a rose bush more room, and used slightly different colored bricks to create a gentle pattern that guided the eye toward a beautiful, old bench. One afternoon, as they were planting new young plants, a heavy rain suddenly began to fall. Ben rushed to cover the plants with a plastic sheet, but Mr. Henderson stopped him. “Let them feel the rain,” he said. “A little struggle makes the roots grow stronger.” They sat under the small building, watching the rain nourish the earth. In that quiet moment, surrounded by the sound of rain and the smell of wet soil, Ben felt a shift within himself. He realized that Mr. Henderson wasn’t just building a path or tending plants; he was fostering a living, breathing ecosystem where every imperfection had a purpose. On the last day of the program, Ben looked at the garden — not as a collection of individual plants and structures, but as a whole. The winding path, the uneven flower beds, the trees of different heights — it all worked together in a harmonious, beautiful way. He opened his sketchbook to a new page. This time, he didn’t draw a towering skyscraper. Instead, he began sketching a design for a small, sustainable community library, one with lots of natural light, green walls, and pathways that adapted to the existing trees. He showed it to Mr. Henderson. The old man studied it for a long moment, then nodded, a slow smile spreading across his face. “Now you’re not just drawing buildings,” he said. “You’re designing a home for life.” Ben finally understood. True design wasn’t about forcing order on the world. It was about listening to it, learning from it, and creating spaces where both people and nature could thrive, imperfectly and beautifully together. 31．Why did Ben initially feel uninterested in the community garden program? A．He thought gardening was too physically demanding. B．He believed it had nothing to do with his career goal. C．He was afraid of getting his hands dirty. D．He disliked working with elderly people. 32．What can be inferred about Mr. Henderson’s view of irregularities in the garden from his words “That’s not a mistake; it’s a story.”? A．He sees them as problems that must be fixed immediately. B．He considers them evidence of poor past maintenance. C．He values them as meaningful parts of the garden’s history and character. D．He views them as artistic decorations that should be highlighted to attract visitors. 33．How did Mr. Henderson’s philosophy influence Ben’s work on the path? A．Ben insisted on using more precise measurements. B．Ben learned to include natural elements and stories into his work. C．Ben decided to remove the old tree roots completely. D．Ben convinced Mr. Henderson to follow his original design. 34．What is the key reason for the change in Ben’s final sketchbook design? A．He gave up his dream of becoming an architect. B．He wanted to impress Mr. Henderson with a complex drawing. C．His understanding of design evolved to include harmony with nature. D．He found garden design more profitable than architecture. 35．Which of the following best summarizes the main theme of the story? A．True design originates from collaborating with nature. B．Elderly people possess invaluable wisdom that the young often ignore. C．Community service is a compulsory requirement for personal growth. D．Academic knowledge is always superior to practical experience. 【答案】31．B 32．C 33．B 34．C 35．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了原本梦想成为建筑师的Ben，通过参与社区花园服务项目，在退休木匠Mr. Henderson的影响下，逐渐理解到设计与自然和谐共处的重要性，并最终改变了自己的设计理念的故事。 31．推理判断题。根据第一段中“His dream was to become an architect, and his sketchbook was filled with drawings of modern-looking buildings and complex bridges. The messy, unpredictable world of living things held little interest for him. That was, until his high school required a semester of community service.(他的梦想是成为一名建筑师，他的素描本里画满了现代化的建筑和复杂的桥梁。他对杂乱无章、不可预测的生物世界没什么兴趣。直到他的高中要求他参加一个学期的社区服务)”和第二段中“Reluctantly, Ben signed up for “Green Guardians”, a program that involved tending to the community garden.(Ben不情愿地报名参加了“绿色卫士”项目，这个项目包括照料社区花园)”可知，Ben最初对社区花园项目不感兴趣是因为他认为社区花园是杂乱无章、不可预测的生物世界，这与他的职业目标无关。故选B项。 32．推理判断题。根据第四段中“He pointed to a nearby oak tree. “See how its roots have gently pushed these bricks up over the years? That’s not a mistake; it’s a story. Our job isn’t to fight that story, but to work with it.”(他指着附近的一棵橡树。“看到这些年来它的根是如何轻轻地把这些砖块拱起来的吗?这不是错误，而是一个故事。我们的工作不是与这个故事抗争，而是与之合作”)”可推知，Mr. Henderson认为花园中的不规则性是花园历史和特征的有意义的一部分，而不是需要立即修复的问题或过去维护不善的证据，也不是吸引游客的艺术装饰。故选C项。 33．推理判断题。根据第五段“Ben was puzzled. In his designs, irregularity was a flaw to be corrected. Yet, as the weeks passed, he watched Mr. Henderson work. He didn’t just replace bricks; he observed how the sunlight fell, where the rainwater pooled, and which plants were struggling for space. He repaired the path, but also widened a curve to give a rose bush more room, and used slightly different colored bricks to create a gentle pattern that guided the eye toward a beautiful, old bench.(Ben困惑不已。在他的设计理念中，不规则是需要修正的缺陷。然而，随着时间推移，他观察着Henderson先生的工作方式——这位匠人并非单纯更换砖块，而是先观察阳光的倾洒角度、雨水的汇聚轨迹，以及哪些植物正为生长空间而挣扎。他在修缮小径的同时，特意将某处弯道拓宽，为玫瑰丛留出生长的余地；又用深浅微差的砖块铺出柔和的纹路，将视线引向一张古朴的长椅)”可推知，在Mr. Henderson的影响下，Ben学会了将自然元素和故事融入他的工作中，而不是仅仅坚持精确的测量或完全按照自己的设计。故选B项。 34．推理判断题。根据第六段中“In that quiet moment, surrounded by the sound of rain and the smell of wet soil, Ben felt a shift within himself. He realized that Mr. Henderson wasn’t just building a path or tending plants; he was fostering a living, breathing ecosystem where every imperfection had a purpose.(在那安静的时刻，被雨声和湿土的气味包围着，Ben感到自己内心发生了变化。他意识到，Mr. Henderson不仅仅是在铺路或照料植物；他正在培育一个活生生的、呼吸着的生态系统，在这个系统中，每一个不完美都有其目的)”和第七段“On the last day of the program, Ben looked at the garden — not as a collection of individual plants and structures, but as a whole. The winding path, the uneven flower beds, the trees of different heights — it all worked together in a harmonious, beautiful way. He opened his sketchbook to a new page. This time, he didn’t draw a towering skyscraper. Instead, he began sketching a design for a small, sustainable community library, one with lots of natural light, green walls, and pathways that adapted to the existing trees.(在项目的最后一天，Ben看着花园——不是把它看作是一堆单独的植物和建筑，而是看作一个整体。蜿蜒的小路，高低不平的花坛，高低不一的树木——所有这些都和谐而美丽地结合在一起。他把速写本翻到新的一页。这一次，他没有画高耸的摩天大楼。相反，他开始设计一个小型的、可持续发展的社区图书馆，一个拥有大量自然光线、绿色墙壁和适应现有树木的路径的图书馆)”可知，Ben最终素描本设计发生变化的关键原因是他对设计的理解已经演变为包括与自然的和谐共处。故选C项。 35．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段中“Ben finally understood. True design wasn’t about forcing order on the world. It was about listening to it, learning from it, and creating spaces where both people and nature could thrive, imperfectly and beautifully together.(Ben终于明白。真正的设计不是给世界强加秩序。而是倾听它，向它学习，创造一个人类和自然都能在不完美和美丽中共同繁荣的空间)”可知，文章通过Ben在社区花园项目中的经历，展示了与自然合作、倾听自然并从中学习的设计理念，故事的主题是真正的设计源于与自然的合作。故选A项。 三、完形填空(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分) 阅读下列短文,从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Ecotourism is a combination of ecology (the study of systems of living things) and tourism. It is defined as “responsible travel to natural areas that preserves the environment and improves the welfare of the local people” by the International Ecotourism Society. Actually, ecotourism can mean travel to far-off places of great natural beauty, but not always in a(n) 36 way. It's a big business, and the attraction of money can cause people to think about profits first. While ecotourism offers benefits to people and ecosystems, it leaves ecosystems 37 to negative effects, too. Costa Rica, once a Spanish colony, and independent since 1821, has an ecotourism industry worth over one billion dollars yearly, and thousands of jobs have been 38 . Nearly 21 percent of the land is now protected national parks, 39 thanks to ecotourism. Nevertheless, due to the number of people visiting the country's natural places, some damage to the ecosystem has occurred. While tourists can have a negative impact on ecosystems, the same areas might have been 40 by industries such as farming, logging, or mining if there were no ecotourism industry. Shelters have been created instead, keeping the ecosystem protected. And, by visiting beautiful rain forests and seeing rare animals, visitors get a sense of their 41 , and of gratitude for them. Tour guides can also be educators who train people to love and care for the environment. Visitors can take these lessons with them to their home countries. Unfortunately, while their effect may not be 42 in the off-season, the constant parade of visitors in the high season can be damaging. At one national park in Costa Rica, wild monkeys now feed on garbage left by the tourists. In addition, ecotourists tend to seek out places with the rarest animals and plants, 43 the most delicate living things. It is easy to be critical of the ecotourism industry, but it is important to be 44 as well. Ecotourism can never be “pure”. We can't expect zero negative effects on the ecosystem. It is also 45 to suppose that humans won't go anywhere accessible to them. If protection efforts are maintained and increased, those remaining places of undisturbed nature may be stressed, but they won't be destroyed. 36．A．attractive B．natural C．different D．responsible 37．A．alone B．accountable C．open D．out 38．A．lost B．created C．abandoned D．shifted 39．A．mainly B．comparatively C．unfortunately D．barely 40．A．fertilized B．destroyed C．reserved D．stimulated 41．A．liberty B．hardness C．welfare D．value 42．A．uncertain B．noticeable C．rigid D．special 43．A．appreciating B．discovering C．sheltering D．pressuring 44．A．positive B．creative C．effective D．sensitive 45．A．feasible B．reasonable C．unrealistic D．inevitable 【答案】 36．D 37．C 38．B 39．A 40．B 41．D 42．B 43．D 44．A 45．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了生态旅游的利与弊。 36．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：事实上，生态旅游可以意味着去遥远的地方欣赏自然美景，但并不总是以一种负责任的方式。A. attractive吸引人的；B. natural自然的；C. different不同的；D. responsible负责的。根据下文“It's a big business, and the attraction of money can cause people to think about profits first.(这是一个大生意，金钱的吸引力可以让人们首先考虑利润)”可知，盈利是生态游首先考虑的问题，并不总是以一种负责任的方式。故选D。 37．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：虽然生态旅游给人类和生态系统带来了好处，但它也会给生态系统带来负面影响。A. alone独自的；B. accountable负有责任的；C. open开放的；D. out出局的。根据上文“Actually, ecotourism can mean travel to far-off places of great natural beauty, but not always in a(n) ____ way.(事实上，生态旅游可以意味着去遥远的地方欣赏自然美景，但并不总是以一种负责任的方式)”可知，虽然生态旅游给人类和生态系统带来了好处，但它也会给生态系统带来负面影响。故选C。 38．考查动词词义辨析。句意：哥斯达黎加曾经是西班牙的殖民地，自1821年独立以来，拥有每年价值超过10亿美元的生态旅游产业，并创造了数千个就业机会。A. lost丢失；B. created创造；C. abandoned抛弃；D. shifted转移。结合上文“thousands of jobs have been…(成千上万的工作岗位已经…)”可知，哥斯达黎加的旅游业，创造了数千个就业机会。选B。 39．考查副词词义辨析。句意：近21.1%的土地现在是受保护的国家公园，这主要归功于生态旅游。A. mainly主要地；B. comparatively比较地；C. unfortunately不幸地；D. barely仅仅。结合上句“Nearly 21 percent of the land is now protected national parks(近21.1%的土地现在是受保护的国家公园)”和后文“thanks to ecotourism(由于生态旅游)”可知，近21.1%的土地现在是受保护的国家公园，这主要归功于生态旅游。故选A。 40．考查动词词义辨析。句意：虽然游客会对生态系统造成负面影响，但如果没有生态旅游业，这些地区可能已经被农业、伐木或采矿等行业所破坏。A. fertilized施肥；B. destroyed破坏；C. reserved保留；D. stimulated刺激。根据后文“by industries such as farming, logging, or mining(通过农业、伐木或采矿等行业)”可知，此处指这些地区被农业、伐木或采矿等行业所破坏。故选B。 41．考查名词词义辨析。句意：通过参观美丽的热带雨林和珍稀动物，游客们感受到了它们的价值以及对自然的感激之情。A. liberty自由；B. hardness坚硬；C. welfare福利；D. value价值。结合后文“and of gratitude for them(以及对他们的感激)”可知，游客通过参观这些地方，感受到了它们的价值，对自然产生感激之情。故选D。 42．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：不幸的是，尽管他们的影响在淡季可能不明显，但旺季游客的不断涌入可能会造成破坏。A. uncertain不确定的；B. noticeable显而易见的；C.rigid僵化的；D. special特别的。结合后句“in the off-season(在淡季)”可知，淡季因为游客少，所以游客的影响在淡季并不明显。故选B。 43．考查动词词义辨析。句意：此外，生态旅游者倾向于寻找有最稀有动物和植物的地方，给最脆弱的生物带来压力。A. appreciating欣赏；B. discovering发现；C. sheltering遮蔽；D. pressuring给……施加压力。根据后文“the most delicate living things(最脆弱的生物)”可知，旅游者的到来，会给脆弱的生物带来压力。故选D。 44．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：对生态旅游业提出批评很容易，但积极的态度也很重要。A. positive积极的；B. creative有创造力的；C. effective有效的；D. sensitive敏感的。结合后文“Ecotourism can never be “pure”. We can't expect zero negative effects on the ecosystem.(生态旅游永远不可能“纯粹”。我们不能指望对生态系统的负面影响为零)”可知，本句想要表达：对生态旅游业提出批评很容易，但积极的态度也很重要。故选A。 45．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：设想人类不会去任何他们能到达的地方也是不现实的。A. feasible可行的；B. reasonable合理的；C. unrealistic不现实的；D. inevitable必然的。结合后文“humans won't go anywhere accessible to them(人类不会去它们能接近的地方)”可知，想要人类不会去任何他们能到的地方，这是不现实的。故选C。 四、语法填空(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分) 阅读下列短文,在空白处填入一个适当的词,或填入括号中所给单词的正确形式,并将答案写在对应处。 The former sailor fighting to keep cruise ships at bay Few people know the sea better than Frederic Picard. He spent 30 years in the merchant navy before becoming a commercial captain, 46 (transport) tourists and containers across the Mediterranean for more than two decades. Now aged 65, it is with no small note of sadness 47 he says, increasingly, it is the land that calls him. “To be honest, I no longer feel the same urge 48 (go) to sea,” he said. “I go hiking a lot in the mountains with my wife, and we’ve found an environment 49 is much more preserved. The mountains are beautiful wherever you go.” Picard’s beloved sea 50 (destroy), he believes, by something uncomfortably close to home: cruise ships. Faced with this new reality, Picard has decided to become the sea’s protector. For Picard, the switch from boat captain to protector — a transformation that required him to unlearn much of 51 his decades at sea had taught — has been a long and often humbling journey of self-education. When he started working on ships he knew they were “machines that pollute a lot”, but little more than that, he said. He became increasingly aware of the impact 52 parking such “big monsters” in the middle of a city, and when his first grandchild was born he decided he needed to act. He has regrets about his former career as a commercial sailor, which, 53 it gave him decades of experience at sea, also made him participate in the very practices he now criticizes; yet he makes efforts to share his knowledge of the maritime world with as many people as possible, 54 (drive) by the hope that such awareness might prove useful to others. “I certainly feel guilty,” he said. “It’s guilt for 55 (involve) in the destruction of life. But maybe that is the engine that makes me an activist now. 【答案】 46．transporting 47．that 48．to go 49．which/that 50．is being destroyed 51．what 52．of 53．though 54．driven 55．being involved 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了前水手Frederic Picard从海上从业者转变为海洋保护者的经历及原因。 46．考查非谓语动词。句意：在成为商业船长之前，他在商船上工作了30年，20多年来一直在地中海运送游客和集装箱。本句已有谓语动词spent，所以空处需用非谓语动词；transport与其逻辑主语He之间是主动关系，所以空处需用现在分词transporting作伴随状语。故填transporting。 47．考查强调句型。句意：现年65岁的他说，越来越让他感到悲伤的是，是陆地召唤着他。强调句型“It is/was+被强调部分+that+句子其他部分”，本句强调的是状语with no small note of sadness，所以空处需用that。故填that。 48．考查非谓语动词。句意：“说实话，我不再有同样的出海冲动了，”他说。urge to do sth.“做某事的冲动”，是固定搭配，所以空处需用动词不定式作后置定语。故填to go。 49．考查定语从句。句意：“我和妻子经常在山里徒步旅行，我们发现了一个保存得更好的环境。无论你走到哪里，山都很美。”空处需用关系词引导定语从句，先行词是environment，指物，关系词在定语从句中作主语，所以空处需用关系代词which/that。故填which/that。 50．考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：Picard认为，他心爱的大海正在被一种与自身密切相关的东西摧毁：游轮。根据句意和语境可知，此处表示大海正在被摧毁，所以空处谓语动词需用现在进行时的被动语态：be being done，主语是sea，单数，所以be动词需用is。故填is being destroyed。 51．考查宾语从句。句意：对Picard来说，从船长到保护者的转变——这需要他忘记在海上几十年的大部分所学——是一段漫长而常常令人谦卑的自我教育之旅。空处需用连接词引导宾语从句，从句动词taught缺少宾语，指物，所以空处需用连接代词what引导宾语从句。故填what。 52．考查介词。句意：他越来越意识到把这样的“大怪物”停在城市中心的影响，当他的第一个孙子出生时，他决定需要采取行动。the impact of“……的影响”，是固定搭配，所以空处需用介词of。故填of。 53．考查连词。句意：他对自己以前的商业水手生涯感到遗憾，尽管这让他在海上有了几十年的经验，但也让他参与了他现在批评的做法；然而，他努力与尽可能多的人分享他对海洋世界的知识，希望这种意识对其他人有用。根据空前后句意可知，此处前后句之间是让步关系，所以空处需用连词though“虽然，尽管”引导让步状语从句。故填though。 54．考查非谓语动词。句意同上。yet之后的句子已有谓语动词makes，所以空处需用非谓语动词；空处动词drive与其逻辑主语he之间是被动关系，所以空处需用过去分词driven作状语。故填driven。 55．考查非谓语动词。句意：“这当然是一种内疚感，”他说。“这是参与破坏生命的内疚感。但也许这就是让我现在成为一名活动家的动力。”介词for后需接动名词作宾语，根据句意可知，此处表示“被卷入”，所以空处需用动名词的被动语态：being done。故填being involved。 五、书面表达(满分20分) 4月22日是“世界地球日”（Earth Day），假定你是国际学校学生李华，请你代表学生会写一封倡议书，呼吁大家关爱地球。内容包括： 1. 现状说明； 2. 具体措施。 注意： 1. 词数不少于80左右； 2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3. 开头结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 Dear fellow students, __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Student Union 【答案】One possible version: Dear fellow students, With the Earth Day approaching, I’m calling on every student in our school to take action to care about the planet we live on. Alarmingly, our earth is suffering from a wide variety of catastrophes, ranging from global warming, rising sea levels to environmental pollution. To protect our planet, it’s highly recommended that we walk or take public transportation to school. In addition, we are supposed to spare no effort to do rubbish classification. Most importantly, it’s significant that we should promote low-carbon, environmentally friendly lifestyle. Only when we shoulder the responsibility of earth protection can we embrace a more beautiful world. Let’s take action together to make a difference to our planet. The Student Union 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生代表学生会写一封倡议书，呼吁大家关爱地球。 【详解】1.词汇积累 呼吁：call on → appeal to 各种各样的：a variety of → various 保护：protect → safeguard 提升：promote → enhance 2.句式拓展 j同义句转换 原句：With the Earth Day approaching, I’m calling on every student in our school to take action to care about the planet we live on. 拓展句：As the Earth Day approaches, I’m calling on every student in our school to take action to care about the planet we live on. 【点睛】【高分句型1】To protect our planet, it’s highly recommended that we walk or take public transportation to school. (运用了it作形式主语，that引导从句作真正的主语) 【高分句型2】Only when we shoulder the responsibility of earth protection can we embrace a more beautiful world.(运用了when引导状语从句，且“only+状语从句”置于句首，句子使用部分倒装结构) 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 ( 1 )原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $