内容正文:
2024级高二年级第二学期限时训练
英语
(时长: 120分钟 总分: 150分)
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1. What wish did the man fulfill in his teens?
A. Designing a racing car. B. Publishing a novel. C. Travelling to Norway.
2. What does the woman think of the coat?
A. It's too bright. B. It's too expensive. C. It's not soft enough.
3. Why is the woman unhappy?
A. The man arrived late.
B. Her phone is broken.
C. She's stuck in traffic.
4. What is the main topic of the conversation?
A. A game. B. A prize. C. A school.
5. Where are probably the speakers?
A. In the office. B. At their house. C. At the repair shop.
第二节听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。
听第6段录音,回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man's problem?
A. He can't stay focused. B. He has a headache. C. He lacks energy.
7. How will the man probably improve the condition?
A. By getting enough sleep.
B. By taking a break from work.
C. By having a balanced diet.
听第7段录音,回答第8、9题。
8. What was the pink sky related to?
A. The streetlights. B. The stadium lights. C. The Northern Lights.
9. What will the man tell the woman about next?
A. The effect of lights on grass.
B. The snowstorm.
C. A football club.
听第8段录音,回答第10至 12题。
10. When does the conversation take place?
A. On November 7th. B. On November 8th. C. On November 19th.
11. What is the purpose of eating dumplings today?
A. To store energy and keep warm.
B. To celebrate the harvest.
C. To get rid of bad luck.
12. What dumpling filling will the man have?
A. Vegetables and eggs. B. Vegetables and pork. C. Vegetables and mutton.
听第9段录音,回答第13 至 16题。
13. What surprises the woman at first?
A. The frequency of wildfires.
B. The forest loss caused by wildfires.
C. The total land area of Greece.
14. Who is the woman's father?
A. A firefighter. B. A forester. C. A teacher.
15. Which of the following activities did the man's school organize?
A. Speeches on fire prevention.
B. Poster-making contests.
C. Visits to nearby forests.
16. What aspect does the man's suggestion cover?
A. Parental involvement.
B. Game-based learning.
C. Community engagement.
听第10段录音,回答第17至20题。
17. At what age did Dr. Jama return to Somalia?
A.23. B.24. C.29.
18. Who encouraged Dr. Jama to study in China?
A. His father. B. His uncle. C. His friend.
19. What did Dr. Jama mention about China?
A. Various food cultures. B. The friendly locals. C. The difficult language.
20. What does SOCPA play a role in?
A. Starting some medical colleges in Somalia.
B. Assisting foreigners in adapting to life in Somalia.
C. Helping high school graduates study in China.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Looking around your city, it may be hard to imagine that there might be a time when it no longer exists. But that’s exactly what happened to these cities. Read on to learn about these cities.
Bannack, Montana
Gold was discovered at the site that became Bannack in 1862. Like many cities built during the gold rush, Bannack is now a ghost town. The location and old buildings have been preserved as a state park for visitors who want to experience a little bit of history.
Hashima Island, Japan
Hashima Island was formerly one of the most populated cities in the world. The locals made their living at the island’s underwater coal mines. When the mines were closed, Hashima Island was abandoned. Today it is nothing but forgotten buildings.
Consonno, Italy
Consonno was a tiny town with a population of less than 300. The residents made their living harvesting crops. Then Mario Bagno came along and decided to turn the area into the Las Vegas of Italy. He destroyed nearly every building to build his masterpiece. But a 1976 landslide buried the access road and left the project unfinished. Consonno is now abandoned.
Eastern Settlement, Greenland
Eastern Settlement in Greenland isn’t just an abandoned city, it’s also a mystery. Once the most populated area in Greenland, the area was abandoned and no one knows why. The last known writings from the area pertained to a wedding in 1408 and offered no clues.
1. Which city’s residents depended on coal mines for their livelihood?
A. Bannack, Montana. B. Hashima Island, Japan. C. Consonno, Italy. D. Eastern Settlement, Greenland.
2. What finally put an end to Bagno’s project?
A. A natural disaster. B. Residents’ protests.
C. Easy access by road. D. The warning from Las Vegas.
3. What do these cities have in common?
A. They were all populous. B. They have all disappeared.
C. They have all been abandoned. D. They were all destroyed by disasters.
B
As a Chinese ink painting artist, I deeply respect tradition while actively exploring new possibilities. My “ink sculpture” concept goes beyond the universal — it aims to transform ink art into a multidimensional language that bridges cultures.
My artistic journey began with a double foundation. Though formally trained in Chinese ink painting, my early studies in Western sketching and oil painting provided a strong technical grounding. This blend of Eastern and Western influences shaped my unique style, balancing realism and abstraction, and reinforced my belief that “ink painting is not just a medium but a cultural essence” — a philosophy that inspired my “ink sculpture” concept.
In my early work, I focused on traditional themes like the “Four Gentlemen” (plum blossom, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum), which symbolize virtues such as resilience, grace, humility, and integrity in the Chinese literati’s culture. These subjects became a bridge between historical tradition and contemporary expression, enabling me to reinterpret classical subjects with a modern sensibility.
The “ink sculpture” concept merges Eastern and Western techniques. It combines the “bone method” of Chinese brushwork with Western approaches to the form, light, and shadow. This combination represents a careful balance, preserving cultural identity while engaging in global artistic dialog. By redefining ink’s materiality and spatial presence, I expand its expressive potential beyond the flat surface of paper.
My practice reimagines ink painting in a modern context, honoring its legacy while pushing boundaries. For example, Longma Jingshen is drawn from Xu Beihong’s Galloping Horse, yet the horse’s mane — inspired by Bada Shanren’s minimalist strokes — is recreated using 3D printed fragments to achieve a “flying white” effect, a calligraphic technique suggesting motion.
The value of these works perhaps needs to be assessed from a broader perspective of art history. It lies in the creative transformation of “breaking apart within tradition and rebirth, through fracturing,” which provides an important model for the contemporary narrative of Eastern aesthetics.
4. What helped the author lay the groundwork for his skill?
A. Sculpture and calligraphy.
B. Digital media and performance art.
C. Western sketching and oil painting.
D. Traditional ink wash and abstract theory.
5. Why did the author focus on the “Four Gentlemen”?
A. To combine ancient culture and modern reinterpretation.
B. To attract more Western audiences to Chinese art.
C. To demonstrate the diversity of ink painting subjects.
D. To explain traditional techniques of ink painting.
6. What can we infer about the author’s “ink sculpture” concept according to paragraphs 4 and 5?
A. It prioritizes technical ease over artistic value.
B. It abandons traditional ink techniques completely.
C. It gains instant recognition from traditionalists.
D. It innovates while respecting ink traditions.
7. What can be the best title for the text?
A. East-West Magic: The Transformation of Art
B. Ink Meets Dimensions: The Rebirth of Tradition
C. Traditional Limits: The Fixed Way of Painting
D. Broken Elegance: The 3D Language of Ink
C
Even after eating a large meal, most people can still find room for sweets. Now, research in mice shows that the nerve cells behind feeling full also contribute to strong desire for sugar. In other words, there seems to be a neurological (神经学的) basis for our love of dessert.
Previous studies identified that naturally occurring opioids (阿片类物质) in the brain play a crucial role in sugar desire. The main producers of these opioids are nerve cells located in a brain region that adjusts appetite, metabolism and hormones. Known as pro-opiomelanocortin (POMC,前阿片黑素细胞皮质激素) nerve cells, they also control feelings of satiety after eating.
To explore whether the cells also drive thirst for sugar, Henning Fenselau at the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism Research in Germany and his colleagues tracked the opioid signals the POMC cells send in the brain. The researchers monitored the activity of nerve cells in these regions as mice ate their usual food. When the animals seemed to be full, the team gave them a dessert of sugary chow. The results showed that, on average, the activity between the POMC nerve cells and the PVT (丘脑室旁核) roughly multiplied during dessert consumption, and even rose sharply before the mice started eating the sweets, proving this nerve pathway directly fuels sugar desire. When the team blocked signals from POMC nerve cells to the PVT, the mice consumed 40 per cent less dessert.
“The cell types, which are extremely well known for making people feel full, also release signals that cause the appetite for sugar, and they do so particularly in the state of being full,” says Fenselau. “This would explain why animals — humans — over-consume sugar when they’re actually full.”
8. What does the underlined word “satiety” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. Desire. B. Fullness. C. Appetite. D. Delight.
9. Which of the following is the finding of the mice experiment?
A. The mice had more appetite for sugar than usual food.
B. The mice had less dessert consumption in their daily diet.
C. The mice had more responses in POMC than in PVT areas.
D. The mice had less sugar desire as brain signals were interrupted.
10. What can be inferred from Fenselau’s words?
A. The feeling of being full generates sugar desire.
B. Humans consume more sugar than animals.
C. Sugar desire has nothing to do with appetite.
D. Nerve cells make it easy for people to feel full.
11. What can we learn from the text?
A. Potential risks of sugar over-consumption for mice.
B. Differences of animal-human neurological responses.
C. Explanation of brain mechanism of sugar desire.
D. Different views on sugar desire after meals in mice.
D
Archaeologists working in Egypt’s Nile Delta may have discovered a structure dating back around 2,600 years while testing a new technology designed to locate structures buried deep beneath the surface. The team was studying the Buto site, the ruins of an ancient city that was occupied from the Predynastic period to the Early Islamic era.
During its long history, Buto was built, destroyed, and rebuilt, and consequently has several layers, each potentially a rich source of archaeological remains. However, the oldest parts of the city are now buried beneath later ruins and thick mud deposits. This would make traditional digging difficult, time-consuming, and expensive, as archaeologists have to move large tons of debris or struggle with groundwater to reach lower levels.
The researchers were trialing an integrated approach that uses satellite radar and electrical resistivity tomography (ERT). The team started with Sentinel-1 radar satellites to identify large-scale anomalies (异常事物) from space. When it detected something of interest, they followed up with ERT, which sends electrical currents between a series of electrodes placed in the ground to create a 3D model of subsurface structures based on how different materials conduct or resist electricity. This technique has been likened to an underground “CT scan”.
The scans showed that while the upper layers contained remains from later historical periods, a large, well-defined structure lay at a depth of between three and six meters, dating back about 2,600 years. At this stage, the researchers thought it could be a large tomb or temple. Guided by these results, they carried out a small excavation (挖掘), which uncovered mudbrick walls and religious antique where the sensors had predicted.
The results of this study demonstrate the effectiveness of combining geophysical measurements and remote sensing data, which can accurately detect buried settlements in a complex region. The researchers now plan to expand these surveys with larger equipment to reach even deeper, older levels and they believe their integrated approach can be used to map other archaeological sites before anyone has to pick up a digging tool.
12. What is the primary purpose of the new technology used in the study?
A. To uncover ancient antique without disturbing the site.
B. To assist archaeologists in identifying the location.
C. To examine the historical layers of the Buto site in detail.
D. To replace traditional excavation with advanced imaging tools.
13. Why is traditional digging at Buto considered challenging?
A. The site contains remains from multiple historical periods.
B. The mudbrick structures are too soft to survive excavation.
C. The equipment required is not available for large-scale digging.
D. The deeper layers are hidden beneath later deposits and groundwater.
14. What is the role of electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) in the research?
A. It generates a 3D image of underground structures.
B. It detects large-scale anomalies from satellite images.
C. It removes obstacles that block access to deeper layers
D. It determines whether a site contains valuable artifacts.
15. What can be inferred about the integrated approach used by the researchers?
A. It will completely replace traditional excavation.
B. It enables more efficient archaeological exploration.
C. It is mainly useful for studying surface-level remains.
D. It combines satellite radar with ground-based methods.
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。
The world is a vast and beautiful place, full of natural wonders and man-made marvels. From the ancient ruins of Rome to the Great Wall of China, there are countless places that make us proud of our ancestors. ___16___ They are also essential for future generations.
Heritage is our legacy. It is what we pass down to our children and grandchildren. Heritage helps us to understand the past. It can teach us about our ancestors and their culture. Heritage can inspire us. ___17___ Heritage can unite us. It can bring people together from different backgrounds and cultures.
___18___ The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, and it is at risk from natural forces, including climate change and pollution. The Amazon rainforest is the world’s largest tropical rainforest, regulating the Earth’s climate. It is at risk from human activities, like deforestation, mining, and agriculture.
We can all do our part to help preserve these sites. Learn more about the sites that are on the List of World Heritage in Danger. ___19___ Support organizations that are working to protect these sites. You can donate money, volunteer your time, or spread the word about their work.
Together, we can make a difference. ___20___
A. It can give us hope for the future.
B. Choose sustainable lifestyles every day.
C. Future generations can be more responsible.
D. Unfortunately, many of them are under threat.
E. Let’s work together to preserve these incredible sites.
F. The more you know, the better you do in the preservation.
G. But these places are not just important for our own enjoyment.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Arjun, a junior bank clerk in Mumbai, barely ____21____ a living wage for his family. One evening, while securing the premises, he ____22____ a shabby leather wallet near the counter. Inside lay a fortune — more than a decade of his salary.
The corner security camera had been ____23____ for weeks. No trace. No witness. The sum could solve his family’s ____24____ debts overnight. For a fleeting moment, ____25____ promised an easier life.
Then a voice surfaced from memory: his late father — a man of ____26____ integrity — once said, “Integrity is what you become when the world is not watching.”
Without a moment’s ____27____, Arjun carried the wallet to the manager. The manager, visibly ____28____, inventoried the cash. Colleagues called him a fool. He ____29____ their mean remarks, as if wrapped in an invisible armour.
Days later, an elderly woman rushed in, her face deeply _____30_____ by sorrow. The money was her grandson’s only hope for life-saving surgery abroad. When ____31____ with the wallet, she collapsed in tears.
The manager, struck by Arjun’s quiet ____32____, promoted him publicly.
That evening, Arjun walked home — not with heavier pockets, but with a lighter conscience. Desire had tried to ____33____ him down, yet he had stood like a stone against tide. Integrity is not a trade; it is a quiet law of the universe. It never ____34____ — and in the end, it always repays with the ____35____ kind of interest.
21. A. earned B. dismissed C. wrapped D. lent
22. A. ignored B. spotted C. adopted D. loaded
23. A. functional B. portable C. automatic D. broken
24. A. reliable B. medical C. urgent D. accumulated
25. A. reason B. conscience C. ambition D. desire
26. A. flexible B. fragile C. perfect D. fierce
27. A. hesitation B. permission C. interruption D. emotion
28. A. amused B. astonished C. embarrassed D. discouraged
29. A. caught up with B. came up with C. ended up with D. put up with
30. A. weathered B. lit C. born D. coloured
31. A. reunited B. replaced C. reconnected D. recharged
32. A. courage B. integrity C. intelligence D. ambition
33. A. bury B. weigh C. cheat D. betray
34. A. pays B. changes C. devalues D. disappears
35. A. widest B. rarest C. truest D. deepest
第二节(共两部分,共15小题,每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面的短文或句子,在空白处填入1个恰当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Luo Xianhua, a tea farmer from Tongmu village deep within the Wuyishan National Park, also serves as a forest ranger for at least 15 days every month. The national park, ____36____ (carve) on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a mixed cultural and natural heritage site, is home to the world's most well-preserved mid-subtropical forest ecosystem.
____37____ on watch at the Tongmu conservation station, Luo patrols (巡逻) the forest, monitors wildlife, and checks for fire hazards. He firmly holds the belief ____38____a healthy environment is the foundation of high-quality tea.
He tends his alpine tea garden and keeps a close eye on any signs of ____39____ (ecology) damage. Uniforms away, Luo returns to his tea garden ____40____ (earn) a living for his family. “Good environment is ____41____ guarantee to quality tea products, “he says. His words reflect a simple but profound truth: humans and the land cannot be separated.
His efforts, ____42____ (fortunate), have inspired others in the community. So far,12 people from his village ____43____ (join) the ranger team to help protect the national park. All of them work as volunteers, patrolling the forest and preventing it ____44____ illegal logging.
The Wuyishan National Park plays a critical role in global biodiversity conservation, ____45____ is why Luo takes his duty seriously. “We are not just protecting trees,” he explains. “We are protecting a living system.”
课文默写(共5小题;每小题1分,满分5分)
46. Every day, thousands of tourists climbing up the narrow stone steps are wearing down these ancient buildings and the long-term consequences could lead to ________ (repair) destruction of the internal structure. (所给词的适当形式填空)
47. The more we acknowledge the outstanding universal value of our heritage sites, the ___________ (likely) we are to treat them with respect. (所给词的适当形式填空)
48. Heritage sites not only often provide answers to questions, but also often pose questions to ________ there are no definitive answers at the moment. (用适当的词填空)
49. ________ ( assign ) by the emperor, the ambassador Zhang Qian journeyed from Chang an to Central Asia, seeking to build bridges between the Han Dynasty and the Western Regions. (所给词的适当形式填空)
50. Always give your best in___________you set out to do, however difficult that might be. (用适当的词填空)
第四部分写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
51. 假定你是李华,学校将举办“道德讲坛英语说”学生主题演讲活动。请你以“Honesty”或“Responsibility”为主题,写一篇英语演讲稿,内容包括:
(1)你的选题;
(2)一段亲身经历;
(3)个人感悟与看法。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)行文连贯,符合场景,不得套作;
(3)不得出现个人真实信息。
Dear teachers and classmates,
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第二节(满分25分)
52. 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。
The old radio station at the end of Elm Street had always been my grandfather’s secret castle. Ever since I could remember, every Saturday afternoon, I would steal up the wooden stairs, watching in awe as he broadcast his beloved show, “Melodies of Memory,” to our small town. His voice, deep and warm like honey pouring from a jar, would introduce each record with a story that made every song feel like it was written just for us.
Last month, when he passed away peacefully in his sleep, the station fell into an unnatural silence that seemed to swallow our whole town. The microphone stood silent, the records gathered dust, and my heart ached with a hollow emptiness. Today, while sorting through his cherished collection in the attic (阁楼), my fingers came across something unexpected — a small, yellowed note in his familiar handwriting inside his favorite Beethoven record. It simply said, “For my Sarah. Keep the music alive.” Those four words struck something deep within me, awakening a determination I didn’t know I possessed.
With trembling hands, I unlocked the station door for the first time since his passing. Everything stood exactly as he had left it, the microphone, the turntables (唱机转盘) and the records all waiting patiently. My eyes welled up with tears as I traced my fingers over his worn leather chair, “Could I, just a quiet high school girl with no broadcasting experience, possibly fill the shoes of a legendary host like him?”
Taking a deep breath that smelled of memories and possibilities, I settled into his chair. I selected his favorite record — Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, the very one that had held his final message to me. Placing the record carefully on the turntable, I watched it begin to spin as I put on the headphones like what my grandfather once did. With a push of the button, the familiar red “ON AIR” sign flashed on. I knew it was the time.
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。
I opened my mouth, but no sound came out at first.
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As the final notes of the music faded, I saw many people moving outside.
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2024级高二年级第二学期限时训练
英语
(时长: 120分钟 总分: 150分)
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1. What wish did the man fulfill in his teens?
A. Designing a racing car. B. Publishing a novel. C. Travelling to Norway.
2. What does the woman think of the coat?
A. It's too bright. B. It's too expensive. C. It's not soft enough.
3. Why is the woman unhappy?
A. The man arrived late.
B. Her phone is broken.
C. She's stuck in traffic.
4. What is the main topic of the conversation?
A. A game. B. A prize. C. A school.
5. Where are probably the speakers?
A. In the office. B. At their house. C. At the repair shop.
第二节听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。
听第6段录音,回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man's problem?
A. He can't stay focused. B. He has a headache. C. He lacks energy.
7. How will the man probably improve the condition?
A. By getting enough sleep.
B. By taking a break from work.
C. By having a balanced diet.
听第7段录音,回答第8、9题。
8. What was the pink sky related to?
A. The streetlights. B. The stadium lights. C. The Northern Lights.
9. What will the man tell the woman about next?
A. The effect of lights on grass.
B. The snowstorm.
C. A football club.
听第8段录音,回答第10至 12题。
10. When does the conversation take place?
A. On November 7th. B. On November 8th. C. On November 19th.
11. What is the purpose of eating dumplings today?
A. To store energy and keep warm.
B. To celebrate the harvest.
C. To get rid of bad luck.
12. What dumpling filling will the man have?
A. Vegetables and eggs. B. Vegetables and pork. C. Vegetables and mutton.
听第9段录音,回答第13 至 16题。
13. What surprises the woman at first?
A. The frequency of wildfires.
B. The forest loss caused by wildfires.
C. The total land area of Greece.
14. Who is the woman's father?
A. A firefighter. B. A forester. C. A teacher.
15. Which of the following activities did the man's school organize?
A. Speeches on fire prevention.
B. Poster-making contests.
C. Visits to nearby forests.
16. What aspect does the man's suggestion cover?
A. Parental involvement.
B. Game-based learning.
C. Community engagement.
听第10段录音,回答第17至20题。
17. At what age did Dr. Jama return to Somalia?
A.23. B.24. C.29.
18. Who encouraged Dr. Jama to study in China?
A. His father. B. His uncle. C. His friend.
19. What did Dr. Jama mention about China?
A. Various food cultures. B. The friendly locals. C. The difficult language.
20. What does SOCPA play a role in?
A. Starting some medical colleges in Somalia.
B. Assisting foreigners in adapting to life in Somalia.
C. Helping high school graduates study in China.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Looking around your city, it may be hard to imagine that there might be a time when it no longer exists. But that’s exactly what happened to these cities. Read on to learn about these cities.
Bannack, Montana
Gold was discovered at the site that became Bannack in 1862. Like many cities built during the gold rush, Bannack is now a ghost town. The location and old buildings have been preserved as a state park for visitors who want to experience a little bit of history.
Hashima Island, Japan
Hashima Island was formerly one of the most populated cities in the world. The locals made their living at the island’s underwater coal mines. When the mines were closed, Hashima Island was abandoned. Today it is nothing but forgotten buildings.
Consonno, Italy
Consonno was a tiny town with a population of less than 300. The residents made their living harvesting crops. Then Mario Bagno came along and decided to turn the area into the Las Vegas of Italy. He destroyed nearly every building to build his masterpiece. But a 1976 landslide buried the access road and left the project unfinished. Consonno is now abandoned.
Eastern Settlement, Greenland
Eastern Settlement in Greenland isn’t just an abandoned city, it’s also a mystery. Once the most populated area in Greenland, the area was abandoned and no one knows why. The last known writings from the area pertained to a wedding in 1408 and offered no clues.
1. Which city’s residents depended on coal mines for their livelihood?
A. Bannack, Montana. B. Hashima Island, Japan. C. Consonno, Italy. D. Eastern Settlement, Greenland.
2. What finally put an end to Bagno’s project?
A. A natural disaster. B. Residents’ protests.
C. Easy access by road. D. The warning from Las Vegas.
3. What do these cities have in common?
A. They were all populous. B. They have all disappeared.
C. They have all been abandoned. D. They were all destroyed by disasters.
【答案】1. B 2. A 3. C
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个已经消失的城市。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Hashima Island, Japan部分“The locals made their living at the island’s underwater coal mines.(当地居民靠岛上的水下煤矿谋生。)”可知,日本端岛的居民依靠煤矿为生。故选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Consonno, Italy部分“But a 1976 landslide buried the access road and left the project unfinished.(但是,1976年的一次山体滑坡掩埋了通道,导致项目未完成。)”可知,1976年的山体滑坡导致项目的结束,属于自然灾害。故选A。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Bannack, Montana部分“Like many cities built during the gold rush, Bannack is now a ghost town.(与许多淘金热时期建立的城市一样,班纳克如今成为了一座鬼城。)”、Hashima Island, Japan部分“Today it is nothing but forgotten buildings.(如今,这里只剩下被遗忘的建筑。)”、Consonno, Italy部分“Consonno is now abandoned.(空松诺如今已被废弃。)”和Eastern Settlement, Greenland部分“Once the most populated area in Greenland, the area was abandoned and no one knows why.(这里曾是格林兰岛人口最密集的地方,但后来被废弃,没有人知道原因。)”可知,这四座城市都明确提到被废弃,故它们的共同点在于它们都已经被废弃。故选C。
B
As a Chinese ink painting artist, I deeply respect tradition while actively exploring new possibilities. My “ink sculpture” concept goes beyond the universal — it aims to transform ink art into a multidimensional language that bridges cultures.
My artistic journey began with a double foundation. Though formally trained in Chinese ink painting, my early studies in Western sketching and oil painting provided a strong technical grounding. This blend of Eastern and Western influences shaped my unique style, balancing realism and abstraction, and reinforced my belief that “ink painting is not just a medium but a cultural essence” — a philosophy that inspired my “ink sculpture” concept.
In my early work, I focused on traditional themes like the “Four Gentlemen” (plum blossom, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum), which symbolize virtues such as resilience, grace, humility, and integrity in the Chinese literati’s culture. These subjects became a bridge between historical tradition and contemporary expression, enabling me to reinterpret classical subjects with a modern sensibility.
The “ink sculpture” concept merges Eastern and Western techniques. It combines the “bone method” of Chinese brushwork with Western approaches to the form, light, and shadow. This combination represents a careful balance, preserving cultural identity while engaging in global artistic dialog. By redefining ink’s materiality and spatial presence, I expand its expressive potential beyond the flat surface of paper.
My practice reimagines ink painting in a modern context, honoring its legacy while pushing boundaries. For example, Longma Jingshen is drawn from Xu Beihong’s Galloping Horse, yet the horse’s mane — inspired by Bada Shanren’s minimalist strokes — is recreated using 3D printed fragments to achieve a “flying white” effect, a calligraphic technique suggesting motion.
The value of these works perhaps needs to be assessed from a broader perspective of art history. It lies in the creative transformation of “breaking apart within tradition and rebirth, through fracturing,” which provides an important model for the contemporary narrative of Eastern aesthetics.
4. What helped the author lay the groundwork for his skill?
A. Sculpture and calligraphy.
B. Digital media and performance art.
C. Western sketching and oil painting.
D. Traditional ink wash and abstract theory.
5. Why did the author focus on the “Four Gentlemen”?
A. To combine ancient culture and modern reinterpretation.
B. To attract more Western audiences to Chinese art.
C. To demonstrate the diversity of ink painting subjects.
D. To explain traditional techniques of ink painting.
6. What can we infer about the author’s “ink sculpture” concept according to paragraphs 4 and 5?
A. It prioritizes technical ease over artistic value.
B. It abandons traditional ink techniques completely.
C. It gains instant recognition from traditionalists.
D. It innovates while respecting ink traditions.
7. What can be the best title for the text?
A. East-West Magic: The Transformation of Art
B. Ink Meets Dimensions: The Rebirth of Tradition
C. Traditional Limits: The Fixed Way of Painting
D. Broken Elegance: The 3D Language of Ink
【答案】4. C 5. A 6. D 7. B
【解析】
【导语】本文作者以中国水墨画艺术家的身份,介绍了自己的“水墨雕塑”理念——在尊重传统的基础上融合中西技法,将水墨艺术拓展为多维的跨文化语言。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。 根据第二段中的“Though formally trained in Chinese ink painting, my early studies in Western sketching and oil painting provided a strong technical grounding.(虽然我接受了正式的中国水墨画训练,但我早期对西方素描和油画的学习为我打下了坚实的技术基础。)”可知,作者早期学习的西方素描和油画帮助作者奠定了技能基础。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。 根据第三段中的“These subjects became a bridge between historical tradition and contemporary expression, enabling me to reinterpret classical subjects with a modern sensibility.(这些题材成为了历史传统与当代表达之间的桥梁,使我能够以现代感知重新诠释古典主题。)”可知,作者聚焦“四君子”是为了将古老文化与现代新诠释相结合。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。 根据第四段中的“This combination represents a careful balance, preserving cultural identity while engaging in global artistic dialog.(这种结合代表了一种谨慎的平衡,在保留文化认同的同时参与全球艺术对话。)”以及第五段中“For example, Longma Jingshen is drawn from Xu Beihong’s Galloping Horse, yet the horse’s mane — inspired by Bada Shanren’s minimalist strokes — is recreated using 3D printed fragments to achieve a “flying white” effect, a calligraphic technique suggesting motion.(例如,《龙马精神》取材于徐悲鸿的《奔马图》,但马鬃部分——受八大山人简约笔触的启发——却采用3D打印碎片重新呈现,以营造出“飞白”效果,这是一种能表现动势的书法技法。)”举出的《龙马精神》例子(既取材于徐悲鸿的《奔马》,又用3D打印碎片重现八大山人的笔法效果)可以看出,作者的“水墨雕塑”概念是在尊重传统笔墨精神的前提下进行技术创新。由此可推断,该概念是在尊重传统的同时进行创新。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。 通读全文,文章核心在于作者通过“水墨雕塑”概念,打破传统水墨在纸面上的平面限制,赋予其多维度的空间表达,实现了传统在现代语境下的重生。B选项“Ink Meets Dimensions: The Rebirth of Tradition(当水墨遇见维度:传统的重生)”最能概括这一主旨。
C
Even after eating a large meal, most people can still find room for sweets. Now, research in mice shows that the nerve cells behind feeling full also contribute to strong desire for sugar. In other words, there seems to be a neurological (神经学的) basis for our love of dessert.
Previous studies identified that naturally occurring opioids (阿片类物质) in the brain play a crucial role in sugar desire. The main producers of these opioids are nerve cells located in a brain region that adjusts appetite, metabolism and hormones. Known as pro-opiomelanocortin (POMC,前阿片黑素细胞皮质激素) nerve cells, they also control feelings of satiety after eating.
To explore whether the cells also drive thirst for sugar, Henning Fenselau at the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism Research in Germany and his colleagues tracked the opioid signals the POMC cells send in the brain. The researchers monitored the activity of nerve cells in these regions as mice ate their usual food. When the animals seemed to be full, the team gave them a dessert of sugary chow. The results showed that, on average, the activity between the POMC nerve cells and the PVT (丘脑室旁核) roughly multiplied during dessert consumption, and even rose sharply before the mice started eating the sweets, proving this nerve pathway directly fuels sugar desire. When the team blocked signals from POMC nerve cells to the PVT, the mice consumed 40 per cent less dessert.
“The cell types, which are extremely well known for making people feel full, also release signals that cause the appetite for sugar, and they do so particularly in the state of being full,” says Fenselau. “This would explain why animals — humans — over-consume sugar when they’re actually full.”
8. What does the underlined word “satiety” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. Desire. B. Fullness. C. Appetite. D. Delight.
9. Which of the following is the finding of the mice experiment?
A. The mice had more appetite for sugar than usual food.
B. The mice had less dessert consumption in their daily diet.
C. The mice had more responses in POMC than in PVT areas.
D. The mice had less sugar desire as brain signals were interrupted.
10. What can be inferred from Fenselau’s words?
A. The feeling of being full generates sugar desire.
B. Humans consume more sugar than animals.
C. Sugar desire has nothing to do with appetite.
D. Nerve cells make it easy for people to feel full.
11. What can we learn from the text?
A. Potential risks of sugar over-consumption for mice.
B. Differences of animal-human neurological responses.
C. Explanation of brain mechanism of sugar desire.
D. Different views on sugar desire after meals in mice.
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. A 11. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一项科学研究发现:人吃饱后仍想吃甜食,并非单纯的习惯,而是有神经学基础——负责产生饱腹感的POMC神经细胞,同时也会激发对糖分的渴望。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第二段“Known as pro-opiomelanocortin (POMC) nerve cells, they also control feelings of satiety after eating. (这些被称为前阿片黑素细胞皮质激素的神经细胞,也控制着进食后的satiety感)”和最后一段中“The cell types, which are extremely well known for making people feel full, also release signals that cause the appetite for sugar, and they do so particularly in the state of being full(这些细胞类型对于让人们产生饱腹感的作用是众所周知的,它们还会释放出促使人们产生对糖分渴望的信号,而且这种作用在饱腹状态下尤为明显)”可知,这些细胞让人们产生饱腹感,进而推断satiety表示“饱、饱腹感”。故选B。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“When the team blocked signals from POMC nerve cells to the PVT, the mice consumed 40 per cent less dessert.(当研究团队阻断了从POMC神经细胞到丘脑室旁核的信号时,老鼠吃的甜点减少了40%)”可知,老鼠实验的发现是:当大脑信号被阻断时,老鼠对糖的渴望降低。故选D。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“The cell types, which are extremely well known for making people feel full, also release signals that cause the appetite for sugar, and they do so particularly in the state of being full. (这些以让人产生饱腹感而闻名的细胞,也会释放引发对糖分食欲的信号,而且它们尤其在吃饱的状态下这样做)”可推知,饱腹感会催生对糖分的渴望。故选A。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文,根据第一段“Even after eating a large meal, most people can still find room for sweets. Now, research in mice shows that the nerve cells behind feeling full also contribute to strong desire for sugar. In other words, there seems to be a neurological (神经学的) basis for our love of dessert.(即便饱餐一顿之后,大多数人仍能找到吃甜食的空间。现在,对老鼠的研究表明,负责产生饱腹感的神经细胞也与强烈的糖分渴望有关。换句话说,我们对甜食的喜爱似乎有着神经学上的原因)”可知,全文围绕“吃饱后想吃甜食”的现象展开,介绍了其背后的大脑神经机制,解释了为什么人在饱腹状态下仍会想吃糖。故选C。
D
Archaeologists working in Egypt’s Nile Delta may have discovered a structure dating back around 2,600 years while testing a new technology designed to locate structures buried deep beneath the surface. The team was studying the Buto site, the ruins of an ancient city that was occupied from the Predynastic period to the Early Islamic era.
During its long history, Buto was built, destroyed, and rebuilt, and consequently has several layers, each potentially a rich source of archaeological remains. However, the oldest parts of the city are now buried beneath later ruins and thick mud deposits. This would make traditional digging difficult, time-consuming, and expensive, as archaeologists have to move large tons of debris or struggle with groundwater to reach lower levels.
The researchers were trialing an integrated approach that uses satellite radar and electrical resistivity tomography (ERT). The team started with Sentinel-1 radar satellites to identify large-scale anomalies (异常事物) from space. When it detected something of interest, they followed up with ERT, which sends electrical currents between a series of electrodes placed in the ground to create a 3D model of subsurface structures based on how different materials conduct or resist electricity. This technique has been likened to an underground “CT scan”.
The scans showed that while the upper layers contained remains from later historical periods, a large, well-defined structure lay at a depth of between three and six meters, dating back about 2,600 years. At this stage, the researchers thought it could be a large tomb or temple. Guided by these results, they carried out a small excavation (挖掘), which uncovered mudbrick walls and religious antique where the sensors had predicted.
The results of this study demonstrate the effectiveness of combining geophysical measurements and remote sensing data, which can accurately detect buried settlements in a complex region. The researchers now plan to expand these surveys with larger equipment to reach even deeper, older levels and they believe their integrated approach can be used to map other archaeological sites before anyone has to pick up a digging tool.
12. What is the primary purpose of the new technology used in the study?
A. To uncover ancient antique without disturbing the site.
B. To assist archaeologists in identifying the location.
C. To examine the historical layers of the Buto site in detail.
D. To replace traditional excavation with advanced imaging tools.
13. Why is traditional digging at Buto considered challenging?
A. The site contains remains from multiple historical periods.
B. The mudbrick structures are too soft to survive excavation.
C. The equipment required is not available for large-scale digging.
D. The deeper layers are hidden beneath later deposits and groundwater.
14. What is the role of electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) in the research?
A. It generates a 3D image of underground structures.
B. It detects large-scale anomalies from satellite images.
C. It removes obstacles that block access to deeper layers
D. It determines whether a site contains valuable artifacts.
15. What can be inferred about the integrated approach used by the researchers?
A. It will completely replace traditional excavation.
B. It enables more efficient archaeological exploration.
C. It is mainly useful for studying surface-level remains.
D. It combines satellite radar with ground-based methods.
【答案】12. B 13. D 14. A 15. B
【解析】
【导语】文章主要讲述了考古学家利用卫星雷达与电阻率成像技术在埃及尼罗河三角洲探测古城遗址的研究过程与成果。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“Guided by these results, they carried out a small excavation (挖掘), which uncovered mudbrick walls and religious antique where the sensors had predicted.(基于这些探测结果的指引,他们开展了一项小规模挖掘,并在传感器此前预测的位置发现了泥砖墙与宗教器物)”以及最后一段“The results of this study demonstrate the effectiveness of combining geophysical measurements and remote sensing data, which can accurately detect buried settlements in a complex region.(这项研究的结果证明了将地球物理测量和遥感数据相结合的有效性,可以准确地检测复杂地区的埋藏定居点)”可知,这项研究中使用的新技术的主要目的是帮助考古学家确定位置。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“However, the oldest parts of the city are now buried beneath later ruins and thick mud deposits. This would make traditional digging difficult, time-consuming, and expensive, as archaeologists have to move large tons of debris or struggle with groundwater to reach lower levels.(然而,这座城市最古老的部分现在被埋在后来的废墟和厚厚的泥土沉积物之下。这将使传统的挖掘变得困难、耗时且昂贵,因为考古学家必须移动大量碎片或与地下水斗争才能达到更低层位)”可知,传统挖掘困难的原因是深层遗迹被后期堆积物和地下水覆盖。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“When it detected something of interest, they followed up with ERT, which sends electrical currents between a series of electrodes placed in the ground to create a 3D model of subsurface structures based on how different materials conduct or resist electricity. This technique has been likened to an underground “CT scan”.(当它检测到感兴趣的东西时,他们跟进ERT,ERT在放置在地下的一系列电极之间发送电流,根据不同材料的导电或抗电方式创建地下结构的三维模型。这项技术被比作地下“CT扫描”)”可知,ERT的作用是生成地下结构的三维图像。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“The results of this study demonstrate the effectiveness of combining geophysical measurements and remote sensing data, which can accurately detect buried settlements in a complex region. The researchers now plan to expand these surveys with larger equipment to reach even deeper, older levels and they believe their integrated approach can be used to map other archaeological sites before anyone has to pick up a digging tool.(本研究结果表明,将地球物理测量数据与遥感数据相结合,能够有效准确地探测复杂区域内的埋藏聚落。研究人员现在计划使用更大规模的设备扩大调查范围,以深入更深层、更古老的地质层次,并相信他们的综合方法可在无需动用挖掘工具之前,用于绘制其他考古遗址的地图)”可推断,综合方法结合了卫星雷达与地面技术,提升了考古勘探的效率。
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。
The world is a vast and beautiful place, full of natural wonders and man-made marvels. From the ancient ruins of Rome to the Great Wall of China, there are countless places that make us proud of our ancestors. ___16___ They are also essential for future generations.
Heritage is our legacy. It is what we pass down to our children and grandchildren. Heritage helps us to understand the past. It can teach us about our ancestors and their culture. Heritage can inspire us. ___17___ Heritage can unite us. It can bring people together from different backgrounds and cultures.
___18___ The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, and it is at risk from natural forces, including climate change and pollution. The Amazon rainforest is the world’s largest tropical rainforest, regulating the Earth’s climate. It is at risk from human activities, like deforestation, mining, and agriculture.
We can all do our part to help preserve these sites. Learn more about the sites that are on the List of World Heritage in Danger. ___19___ Support organizations that are working to protect these sites. You can donate money, volunteer your time, or spread the word about their work.
Together, we can make a difference. ___20___
A. It can give us hope for the future.
B. Choose sustainable lifestyles every day.
C. Future generations can be more responsible.
D. Unfortunately, many of them are under threat.
E. Let’s work together to preserve these incredible sites.
F. The more you know, the better you do in the preservation.
G. But these places are not just important for our own enjoyment.
【答案】16. G 17. A 18. D 19. F 20. E
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章探讨了世界上的自然和文化遗产对于我们的重要意义,指出它们很多都面临着危险,呼吁我们采取行动,共同努力,保护这些惊人的遗址。
【16题详解】
前文“From the ancient ruins of Rome to the Great Wall of China, there are countless places that make us proud of our ancestors. (从罗马的古代遗址到中国的长城,有无数的地方让我们为我们的祖先感到骄傲)”提到这些奇迹让当代人为之骄傲,后文“They are also essential for future generations. (它们对后代也至关重要)”提到它们对后代的重要性,因此G项“But these places are not just important for our own enjoyment. (但这些地方不仅对我们自己的享受很重要)”符合语境,指出这些地方的意义不仅仅是针对当代人,和前文构成转折,引出后文。故选G。
【17题详解】
前文“Heritage can inspire us. (遗产可以激励我们)”提到遗产对人的激励作用,因此A项“It can give us hope for the future. (它能给我们未来的希望)”符合语境,指出它让人对未来充满希望,承接前文,且符合本段每两句介绍遗产的一项意义的行文逻辑。故选A。
【18题详解】
后文“The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, and it is at risk from natural forces, including climate change and pollution. The Amazon rainforest is the world’s largest tropical rainforest, regulating the Earth’s climate. It is at risk from human activities, like deforestation, mining, and agriculture. (大堡礁是世界上最大的珊瑚礁系统,它正面临着自然力量的威胁,包括气候变化和污染。亚马逊雨林是世界上最大的热带雨林,调节着地球的气候。它受到人类活动的威胁,如砍伐森林、采矿和农业)”具体介绍了大堡礁和亚马逊雨林正受到破坏,因此D项“Unfortunately, many of them are under threat. (不幸的是,它们中的许多地方正受到威胁)”符合语境,指出很多地方正受到威胁,可作为段首句统领后文内容,其中的under threat和后文的at risk呼应。故选D。
【19题详解】
前文“Learn more about the sites that are on the List of World Heritage in Danger. (了解更多关于世界濒危遗产名录的信息)”建议了解世界濒危遗产名录,因此F项“The more you know, the better you do in the preservation. (你了解的越多,你在保护方面做得就越好)”符合语境,指出这样做的好处,承接前文。故选F。
【20题详解】
前文“Together, we can make a difference. (只要我们齐心协力,我们就能有所作为)”指出齐心协力可以带来不同,因此E项“Let’s work together to preserve these incredible sites. (让我们共同努力,保护这些惊人的遗址)”符合语境,倡议一同保护这些遗址,承接前文。故选E。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Arjun, a junior bank clerk in Mumbai, barely ____21____ a living wage for his family. One evening, while securing the premises, he ____22____ a shabby leather wallet near the counter. Inside lay a fortune — more than a decade of his salary.
The corner security camera had been ____23____ for weeks. No trace. No witness. The sum could solve his family’s ____24____ debts overnight. For a fleeting moment, ____25____ promised an easier life.
Then a voice surfaced from memory: his late father — a man of ____26____ integrity — once said, “Integrity is what you become when the world is not watching.”
Without a moment’s ____27____, Arjun carried the wallet to the manager. The manager, visibly ____28____, inventoried the cash. Colleagues called him a fool. He ____29____ their mean remarks, as if wrapped in an invisible armour.
Days later, an elderly woman rushed in, her face deeply _____30_____ by sorrow. The money was her grandson’s only hope for life-saving surgery abroad. When ____31____ with the wallet, she collapsed in tears.
The manager, struck by Arjun’s quiet ____32____, promoted him publicly.
That evening, Arjun walked home — not with heavier pockets, but with a lighter conscience. Desire had tried to ____33____ him down, yet he had stood like a stone against tide. Integrity is not a trade; it is a quiet law of the universe. It never ____34____ — and in the end, it always repays with the ____35____ kind of interest.
21. A. earned B. dismissed C. wrapped D. lent
22. A. ignored B. spotted C. adopted D. loaded
23. A. functional B. portable C. automatic D. broken
24. A. reliable B. medical C. urgent D. accumulated
25. A. reason B. conscience C. ambition D. desire
26. A. flexible B. fragile C. perfect D. fierce
27. A. hesitation B. permission C. interruption D. emotion
28. A. amused B. astonished C. embarrassed D. discouraged
29. A. caught up with B. came up with C. ended up with D. put up with
30. A. weathered B. lit C. born D. coloured
31. A. reunited B. replaced C. reconnected D. recharged
32. A. courage B. integrity C. intelligence D. ambition
33. A. bury B. weigh C. cheat D. betray
34. A. pays B. changes C. devalues D. disappears
35. A. widest B. rarest C. truest D. deepest
【答案】21. A 22. B 23. D 24. D 25. D 26. C 27. A 28. B 29. D 30. A 31. A 32. B 33. B 34. C 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文讲述银行职员阿尔琼捡到装有巨款的钱包,坚守诚信归还失主,最终获得提拔与内心安宁。
【21题详解】
考查动词。句意:阿尔琼是孟买一名初级银行职员,收入勉强维持一家人的基本生计。A. earned挣得;B. dismissed解雇;C. wrapped包裹;D. lent借出。根据后文“a living wage for his family”可知,他靠工作赚取薪水养家。
【22题详解】
考查动词。句意:一天晚上,他在巡查办公场所时,在柜台附近发现了一个破旧的皮钱包。A. ignored忽视;B. spotted发现;C. adopted采纳,收养;D. loaded装载。根据后文“Inside lay a fortune — more than a decade of his salary.”可知,他发现了这个钱包。
【23题详解】
考查形容词。句意:角落的监控摄像头已经坏了好几个星期。A. functional正常运转的;B. portable便携的;C. automatic自动的;D. broken损坏的。根据后文“No trace. No witness.”可知,摄像头坏了。
【24题详解】
考查形容词。句意:这笔钱能一夜之间还清他家日积月累的债务。A. reliable可靠的;B. medical医疗的;C. urgent紧急的;D. accumulated累积的。根据前文“more than a decade of his salary”可知,这笔钱款数额巨大,足以偿还长期累积的债务。
【25题详解】
考查名词。句意:在那一瞬间,占有这笔钱财的欲望让他憧憬起轻松的生活。A. reason理由;B. conscience良心;C. ambition抱负;D. desire欲望。根据前文“The sum could solve his family’s ______ debts overnight”以及后文的“promised an easier life.”可知,想要占有钱财的念头涌上心头。
【26题详解】
考查形容词。句意:这时父亲的话语浮现在脑海,他的父亲是一位品行十分正直的人。A. flexible灵活的;B. fragile脆弱的;C. perfect十足的,完美的;D. fierce凶猛的。根据后文“Integrity is what you become when the world is not watching”可知,父亲拥有高尚正直的品格。
【27题详解】
考查名词。句意:阿尔琼毫不犹豫地拿着钱包去找经理。A. hesitation犹豫;B. permission允许;C. interruption打断;D. emotion情绪。根据前文“his late father — a man of ________ integrity — once said, “Integrity is what you become when the world is not watching.””可知,父亲的话语坚定了他的想法,他没有丝毫犹豫。
【28题详解】
考查形容词。句意:经理明显感到十分惊讶,随后清点了里面的现金。A. amused愉悦的;B. astonished惊讶的;C. embarrassed尴尬的;D. discouraged沮丧的。根据前文“Inside lay a fortune”以及“The sum could solve his family’s ________ debts overnight.”可知,钱包内有巨额现金,能帮助他解决生活中的负债,由此可推断,经理对他主动上交的行为感到惊讶。
【29题详解】
考查动词短语。句意:同事们都说他傻,他忍受着这些刻薄的言论,仿佛身披无形的铠甲。A. caught up with赶上;B. came up with想出;C. ended up with以……告终;D. put up with忍受。根据前文“Colleagues called him a fool”以及后文的“as if wrapped in an invisible armour.”可知,对同事的非议他像是披着铠甲,由此可推断,他默默忍受着同事的非议。
【30题详解】
考查动词。句意:几天后,一位年迈的妇人急匆匆走进银行,脸上经受着悲伤。A. weathered经受(情绪);B. lit点亮;C. born出生;D. coloured渲染。根据后文“by sorrow”可知,悲伤的情绪萦绕在她脸上。
【31题详解】
考查动词。句意:当钱包物归原主时,她喜极而泣。A. reunited重聚;B. replaced取代;C. reconnected重新联系;D. recharged充电。根据前文“an elderly woman rushed in”以及后文的“she collapsed in tears”可知,这位失主与自己丢失的钱包重聚,也就是取回自己的钱包喜极而泣。
【32题详解】
考查名词。句意:经理被阿尔琼这份可贵的正直打动,当众提拔了他。A. courage勇气;B. integrity正直,诚信;C. intelligence智慧;D. ambition志向。根据前文“Arjun carried the wallet to the manager”可知,他主动上交巨款钱包,这份正直打动了经理。
【33题详解】
考查动词。句意:贪欲曾试图让他忧心忡忡,但他如磐石一般抵住了诱惑。A. bury埋藏;B. weigh加重;C. cheat欺骗;D. betray背叛。根据后文“yet he had stood like a stone against tide”可知,此处与后文为转折关系,所以此处应表示欲望让他忧心忡忡,weigh sb. down意为“使忧心忡忡”。
【34题详解】
考查动词。句意:它从不会贬值,到最后,它总会以最真挚的方式回馈于人。A. pays付出;B. changes改变;C. devalues贬值;D. disappears消失。根据前文“Integrity is not a trade; it is a quiet law of the universe”可知,正直是不变的准则,永远不会贬值。
【35题详解】
考查形容词。句意:它从不会贬值,到最后,它总会以最真挚的方式回馈于人。A. widest最宽广的;B. rarest最稀有的;C. truest最真挚的;D. deepest最深的。根据前文“That evening, Arjun walked home — not with heavier pockets, but with a lighter conscience.”可知,正直带来的回报是最为真挚的。
第二节(共两部分,共15小题,每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面的短文或句子,在空白处填入1个恰当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Luo Xianhua, a tea farmer from Tongmu village deep within the Wuyishan National Park, also serves as a forest ranger for at least 15 days every month. The national park, ____36____ (carve) on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a mixed cultural and natural heritage site, is home to the world's most well-preserved mid-subtropical forest ecosystem.
____37____ on watch at the Tongmu conservation station, Luo patrols (巡逻) the forest, monitors wildlife, and checks for fire hazards. He firmly holds the belief ____38____a healthy environment is the foundation of high-quality tea.
He tends his alpine tea garden and keeps a close eye on any signs of ____39____ (ecology) damage. Uniforms away, Luo returns to his tea garden ____40____ (earn) a living for his family. “Good environment is ____41____ guarantee to quality tea products, “he says. His words reflect a simple but profound truth: humans and the land cannot be separated.
His efforts, ____42____ (fortunate), have inspired others in the community. So far,12 people from his village ____43____ (join) the ranger team to help protect the national park. All of them work as volunteers, patrolling the forest and preventing it ____44____ illegal logging.
The Wuyishan National Park plays a critical role in global biodiversity conservation, ____45____ is why Luo takes his duty seriously. “We are not just protecting trees,” he explains. “We are protecting a living system.”
【答案】36. carved
37. While##When
38. that 39. ecological
40. to earn
41. a 42. fortunately
43. have joined
44. from 45. which
【解析】
【导语】本文讲述武夷山国家公园桐木村茶农罗先华身兼护林员,坚守生态保护工作,秉持绿水青山孕育优质好茶的理念,带动村民共同守护武夷山生态与生物多样性的故事。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:这座被列入联合国教科文组织世界文化与自然双重遗产名录的国家公园,拥有全球保存最完好的中亚热带森林生态系统。此处作后置定语,逻辑主语The national park与动词carve为被动关系,用过去分词carved表被动。
【37题详解】
考查状语从句连词。句意:在桐木保护站执勤时,罗先华巡查森林、监测野生动物并排查火灾隐患。此处引导时间状语从句,表示“当……的时候”,用从属连词while/when引导从句;句首首字母大写。
【38题详解】
考查同位语从句。句意:他坚信,良好的环境是高品质茶叶的基础。从句具体解释说明抽象名词belief的内容,从句句意完整、成分齐全,用连词that引导同位语从句。
【39题详解】
考查形容词。句意:他打理着自己的高山茶园,密切关注任何生态遭到破坏的迹象。空处修饰名词damage,需用形容词作定语,ecology对应的形容词为ecological,意为“生态的”。
【40题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:卸下护林制服后,罗先华便回到茶园,靠劳作养家糊口。此处用动词不定式作目的状语,说明返回茶园的目的,故填to earn。
【41题详解】
考查冠词。句意:良好的环境是优质茶叶的保障。guarantee为可数名词单数,此处表泛指,且发音以辅音音素开头,故填不定冠词a。
【42题详解】
考查副词。句意:所幸,他的努力鼓舞了社区里的其他人。空处修饰整个句子,需用副词,fortunate对应的副词形式为fortunately,意为“幸运地”。
【43题详解】
考查现在完成时。句意:迄今为止,村里已有12人加入护林队,助力守护这座国家公园。join(加入)是谓语动词,时间状语So far是现在完成时的标志词,主语为复数名词,谓语用复数形式have joined。
【44题详解】
考查固定搭配。句意:他们全部以志愿者身份工作,巡查森林,防止森林遭到非法砍伐。固定搭配prevent...from doing sth.表示“阻止……做某事”,故填from。
【45题详解】
考查非限制性定语从句。句意:武夷山国家公园在全球生物多样性保护中起着至关重要的作用,这也是罗先华认真对待自己职责的原因。此处引导非限制性定语从句,修饰前面整个句子,关系词指代前文整句话内容,在从句中作主语,用关系代词which引导从句。
课文默写(共5小题;每小题1分,满分5分)
46. Every day, thousands of tourists climbing up the narrow stone steps are wearing down these ancient buildings and the long-term consequences could lead to ________ (repair) destruction of the internal structure. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】irreparable
【解析】
【详解】句意:每天,成千上万的游客沿着狭窄的石阶攀爬,正在磨损这些古建筑,其长期后果可能导致内部结构无法修复的毁坏。此处需要一个形容词修饰名词 destruction,结合语境,游客长期磨损会造成“无法修复的”破坏,用其形容词形式irreparable。
47. The more we acknowledge the outstanding universal value of our heritage sites, the ___________ (likely) we are to treat them with respect. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】more likely
【解析】
【详解】考查固定句型。句意:我们越是认识到文化遗产的突出的普遍价值,我们就越有可能以尊重的态度对待它们。此处为固定句型“the+比较级…, the +比较级…”意为“越……,越……”,所以此处应使用likely的比较级。故填more likely。
48. Heritage sites not only often provide answers to questions, but also often pose questions to ________ there are no definitive answers at the moment. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】which
【解析】
【详解】句意:遗产遗址不仅经常提供问题的答案,而且经常提出目前没有明确答案的问题。此处为介词+which引导的定语从句修饰先行词questions,作介词的宾语,指物,故用which。
49. ________ ( assign ) by the emperor, the ambassador Zhang Qian journeyed from Chang an to Central Asia, seeking to build bridges between the Han Dynasty and the Western Regions. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】Assigned
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语。句意:大使张骞受皇帝派遣从长安前往中亚,寻求在汉朝和西部地区之间搭建沟通的桥梁。动词assign和谓语动词journeyed之间没有连词,所以assign为非谓语形式作状语。the ambassador和assign在逻辑上是被动关系,所以需用过去分词形式表被动。句首字母要大写。故填Assigned。
50. Always give your best in___________you set out to do, however difficult that might be. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】what
【解析】
【详解】考查宾语从句连接词。句意:无论你开始做什么,无论有多难,总是要尽你最大的努力。分析可知,“ you set out to do”作介词in的宾语从句,空白处在从句中作do的宾语,表示“什么”,所以此处用连接代词what。故填what。
第四部分写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
51. 假定你是李华,学校将举办“道德讲坛英语说”学生主题演讲活动。请你以“Honesty”或“Responsibility”为主题,写一篇英语演讲稿,内容包括:
(1)你的选题;
(2)一段亲身经历;
(3)个人感悟与看法。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)行文连贯,符合场景,不得套作;
(3)不得出现个人真实信息。
Dear teachers and classmates,
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【答案】Dear teachers and classmates,
I feel honored to stand here and share my thoughts. My speech today focuses on honesty.
An unforgettable experience struck me last month. I got extra change after shopping. Instead of keeping it, I hurried back to return the money, winning praise from the shopkeeper.
It is this small event that gives me deep thoughts. Honesty is one of the most valuable virtues, which helps us earn trust and respect silently. Even if being honest may cause slight trouble, it shapes our character and leads us ahead steadily. Hence, we should keep honest in all daily words and actions. Thank you!
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生以李华的身份撰写一篇英语演讲稿,自选诚信或责任主题,结合亲身经历讲述相关故事并分享个人感悟。
【详解】1.词汇积累
荣幸的:honored→privileged
难忘的:unforgettable→memorable
赞扬:praise→compliment
宝贵的:valuable→precious
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:My speech today focuses on honesty.
拓展句:My speech today focuses on honesty, which matters a lot in our daily life.
【点睛】【高分句型1】It is this small event that gives me deep thoughts.(运用了强调句型“It is…that…”)
【高分句型2】Honesty is one of the most valuable virtues, which helps us earn trust and respect silently.(运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
52. 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。
The old radio station at the end of Elm Street had always been my grandfather’s secret castle. Ever since I could remember, every Saturday afternoon, I would steal up the wooden stairs, watching in awe as he broadcast his beloved show, “Melodies of Memory,” to our small town. His voice, deep and warm like honey pouring from a jar, would introduce each record with a story that made every song feel like it was written just for us.
Last month, when he passed away peacefully in his sleep, the station fell into an unnatural silence that seemed to swallow our whole town. The microphone stood silent, the records gathered dust, and my heart ached with a hollow emptiness. Today, while sorting through his cherished collection in the attic (阁楼), my fingers came across something unexpected — a small, yellowed note in his familiar handwriting inside his favorite Beethoven record. It simply said, “For my Sarah. Keep the music alive.” Those four words struck something deep within me, awakening a determination I didn’t know I possessed.
With trembling hands, I unlocked the station door for the first time since his passing. Everything stood exactly as he had left it, the microphone, the turntables (唱机转盘) and the records all waiting patiently. My eyes welled up with tears as I traced my fingers over his worn leather chair, “Could I, just a quiet high school girl with no broadcasting experience, possibly fill the shoes of a legendary host like him?”
Taking a deep breath that smelled of memories and possibilities, I settled into his chair. I selected his favorite record — Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, the very one that had held his final message to me. Placing the record carefully on the turntable, I watched it begin to spin as I put on the headphones like what my grandfather once did. With a push of the button, the familiar red “ON AIR” sign flashed on. I knew it was the time.
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。
I opened my mouth, but no sound came out at first.
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As the final notes of the music faded, I saw many people moving outside.
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【答案】Paragraph 1: I opened my mouth, but no sound came out at first. My mind went completely blank, the fear of failure flooding over me. Just as panic was about to consume me, the rich, familiar melody of Beethoven’s Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6 filled my ears through the headphones. It was the very sound that had always comforted me in my grandfather’s presence. I closed my eyes, pretending he was sitting right across from me, giving me one of his encouraging nods. “Welcome,” I began, my voice a fragile whisper that quickly gained strength, “to a new chapter of ‘Melodies of Memory’. Today, we start with a piece that taught me about the quiet strength of nature, and of family.”
Paragraph 2: As the final notes of the music faded, I saw something moving outside. To my astonishment, the town was packed with so many people. They were looking up in curiosity, standing still listening. Some had their eyes closed, others were smiling softly, and a few even had their hands over their hearts. Then, one by one, they began to clap. Tears streamed down my face. I hadn’t just played a record; I had bridged the gap between the past and the present, and in doing so, I had found my own voice. At that moment, I felt a deep connection to him and understood that his greatest legacy was not only about the music, but the courage to share it.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了作者的祖父是镇上的电台主持人,上个月祖父去世后小镇陷入沉寂,作者在整理祖父遗物时发现他写给作者的纸条“让音乐永存”,作者决心继承祖父的广播事业,来到祖父曾经工作的地方,学着祖父曾经的样子开启广播。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“我张开嘴,但起初什么声音也没发出。”可知,第一段可描写作者一开始陷入了恐慌,在听到祖父曾经最爱的旋律后仿佛受到他的鼓励,开始步入正轨。
②由第二段首句内容“随着音乐的最后几个音符渐渐消失,我看到外面有东西在移动。”可知,第二段可描写作者看到小镇上很多人在收听节目后备受感动,感受到了精神的传承。
2.续写线索:害怕失败——听到熟悉的旋律受到鼓励——开始主持节目——看到很多听众——感动落泪——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①席卷,充满:flood over/be overcome with
②挤满:be packed with/be crowded with
③流泪:tears stream down//tears run down/shed tears
情绪类
①害怕:fear/terror
②惊讶:astonishment/surprise
【点睛】[高分句型1] “Welcome,” I began, my voice a fragile whisper that quickly gained strength, “to a new chapter of ‘Melodies of Memory’. (由关系代词that引导的定语从句)
[高分句型2] At that moment, I felt a deep connection to him and understood that his greatest legacy was not only about the music, but the courage to share it.(由连接词that引导的宾语从句)
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