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2025-2026学年下学期
东北师大附中
(英语)科试卷
高二年级期末考试
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第I卷选择题(满分75分)
I.听力(共两节,满分20分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1分,满分5分)
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,
并标在试卷的相应位置。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 job does Michelle's father probably do?
A.He is a manager.
B.He is a taxi driver.
C.He is a waiter.
2.What will the man probably do on the weekend?
A.Go running.
B.Play volleyball.
C.Play badminton.
3.How will the speakers get to their tennis class?
A.On foot.
B.By bike.
C.By bus.
4.Where is Julia going this afternoon?
A.To a cafe.
B.To a cinema.
C.To a skateboard shop
5.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.Their camping experience.
B.Their plan for the weekend.
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C.Their memories of playing guitar.
第二节共15小题:每小题1分,满分15分)
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.How long has the shopping center been open?
A.About eight months.
B.About six months.
C.About four months.
7.What activity can people enjoy in the garden?
A.Going fishing.
B.Rowing a boat.
C.Playing sports.
听第7段录音,回答第8至10题。
8.What's the probable relationship between the speakers?
A.Workmates.
B.Teacher and student.
C.Classmates.
9 What does the woman think of Communication Skills?
A.It's very easy to learn.
B.The teacher is interesting.
C.It's useful for presentations.
10.Which school course will the speakers finally choose?
A.Communication Skills.
B.Home Economics.
C.Computer Programming.
听第8段录音,回答第11至13题。
11.When would the woman like to leave for Chengdu?
A.At 9:37 a.m.
B.At10:15a.m.
C.At10:38a.m.
12.vhat is the woman's request for seats?
A.One window seat.
B.Two seats together.
C.One second class seat.
13 What should the woman do to collect the bicycles?
A.Go to the baggage claim area.
B.Pay an extra fee for the service.
C.Give the ticket to the train guard.
听第9段录音,回答第14至16题。
4.When did Jackie first get interested in athletics?
A.In primary school.
B.In secondary school.
C.In university.
5.Who helped Jackie most with his athletics career?
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A.His father.
B.His coaches.
C.His teachers.
16.How did Jackie feel when he won his first gold medal?
A.Tired.
B.Excited.
C.Surprised.
听第10段录音,回答第17至20题。
17.Who is probably the speaker?
A.A camera operator.
B.ATV chef.
C.A food producer.
18.What does the speaker do first at the studio?
A.He changes clothes.
B.He does make-up.
C.He talks to the producer.
19.What is likely to cause delays sometimes?
A.The oven is broken.
B.The cameras don't work.
C.The guests arrive late.
20.How does the speaker feel about the job?
A.It's hard but enjoyable.
B.It's boring but easy.
C.It's relaxing and fun.
亚.阅读(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30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
UNICEF is launching the Youth Climate Action Challenge 2026,inviting you to make your
voice heard,drive positive change,and win exciting rewards!Here's everything you need to know to
join:
1.Eligibility(资格)
Open to students worldwide aged 13-18(as of May 1,2026).
Participation format:
Teams of 2-4 students (no age restriction within the 13-18 range).
Individual participation is only allowed for students aged 13-14(no team required).
2.Key Timeline
Registration (February 1-April 15):Complete online registration with personal/team info
(school name,age,contact details).
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Submission (March 1-May 1):Upload podcasts (to the official platform;submit a
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100-word English summary of the podcast content.
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3.Podcast Guidelines
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Duration:2-5 minutes (submissions shorter than 2 minutes or longer than 5 minutes will be
disqualified).
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Language:English(with optional English subtitles for clarity).
Content focus:Introduce a specific local climate issue (e.g.air pollution,water scarcity,
deforestation)with real-life examples or data.Propose creative and workable solutions (individual,
community,or school-level actions).
Format:MP3 or WAV format;background music is allowed but must not overshadow the
speaker's voice
4.Rewards
Top 10 teams/individuals:
A $500 project fund to carry out their proposed climate action in their community.
One-on-one mentor (support from UNICEF climate experts for 3 months
Their podcasts will be featured on UNICEF's global youth platform,reaching audiences
worldwide.
Top50 shortlisted(入围的)teams/individuals:
Official UNICEF certification of participation.
Free access to UNICEF's climate education online courses.
For more details or to register,visit the official website:https://www.unicef.org.
21.What is the maximum age for students to participate in the challenge alone?
A.13.
B.14
C.16.
D.18.
22.Which of the following is a qualified podcast?
A.One with Chinese subtitles.
B.One about local pollution.
C.One or more than 5 minutes
D.One about background music
C3.What is only awarded to a Top 10 winner?
A.A donation to his/her community.
B.Free courses on climate change.
C.Professional mentor guidance.
D.UNICEF-issued participation certification.
B
Once upon a time in Surat,under the soft glow of a streetlight,a few women sat cross-legged on
the ground.Not to chat or pass time,but to learn.They held pencils awkwardly,tracing letters on lined
paper,their eyes wide with focus.The unusual classroom was led by 48-year-old Beena Kalathiya,
who smiled gently,offering quiet words of encouragement to her students-most of them older than
herself.
Beena's journey into education didn't begin in a university or a training institute.It began in the
heart of her home.Like many women in India,she spent years juggling chores,raising children,and
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putting her family first.But when her children grew up and moved on,something shifted.With time
on her hands and a mind full of purpose,she turned to voluntary service and decided to fill a gap that
society had long forgotten.In her words,"Many of our elders never had the chance to go to school.
Now the world is changing so fast,and they often feel left behind."
Determined to change that narrative,Beena started small.Her first classroom was the street itself,
lit only by a single streetlight.A few curious women joined her,hesitant at first,but warmed by
Beena's patience and kindness.Slowly,letters turned into words,and words into sentences.Nine years
later,what began under a streetlight has blossomed into a full classroom at a local senior citizens'
centre.
With no large Non-Governmental Organization backing her and no sponsorship banners()in
sight,Beena funds the school herself.By day,she runs a small business with her sisters.Whatever they
earn goes straight into buying notebooks,pencils,and chalk
But Beena is giving her students much more than literacy.She is giving them dignity,confidence,
and a sense of belonging.The curiosity and laughter that fill Beena's classroom each afternoon are
proof that knowledge can be acquired at any stage of life
24.How does the author begin the story?
A.By describing a traditional classroom.
B.By introducing the background.
C.By representing an impressive scene.
D.By exposing the poor conditions.
25.What problem did Beena realize?
A.Indian women are often unfairly treated.
B.Indian education is in a desperate situation.
C.Educational resources are limited in villages.
D.Education for the Indian old has been ignored.
46.Which of the following can best describe Beena?
A.Ambitious and grateful
B.Selfless and committed.
C.Creative and confident.
D.Responsible and strict.
27.What can we learn from this passage?
A.Never too late to begin again.
B.Actions speak louder than words
C.Dreams are the reflections of realities.
D.Natural talent guarantees one's success.
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Could you imagine being able to "feel"the images on your screen?UCSB researchers have
made this sci-fi-like idea a reality.They've developed a display where pixels (physically rise off
the surface when activated by laser light(微光),
Even our most advanced screens today have a limitation:they're flat.We never quite feel what
we see.
In 2021,UCSB professor Yon Visell investigated this very question:could light be made to
create a sensation that could be felt through touch?He saw a breakthrough in late 2022.A single pixel
rose upward under a flash of laser light,sending a pulse (that was very much noticeable to
Professor Visell's fingertips.
At the heart of this invention are tiny pixels,which are tiny cells built with a thin film stretched
above a small air cavity ()When a quick pulse of laser light hits a pixel,the film heats up,causing
the trapped air to expand,making the surface swell upward in just 2 to 100 milliseconds,by about a
millimeter (0.04 inch).
As a sighted person,it does initially feel like something new and unusual.But the more I think
about it,the more it feels like it could have the most significant benefit to people who explore the
world through touch.This begins to look like a sort of“animated Braille(动画盲文)”and tells a story
in real-time.It could make digital learning faster and richer for blind users.
Touch and sight have always lived in separate digital worlds.We input with touch,and consume
outputs with sight.With this new invention,this separation may just be narrowing.As the UCSB
researchers put it,someday soon,anything you see,you may also feel.
28.What makes the new display different from the screens today?
A.It sends out laser light.
B.Its pixels can expand upward.
C.It is covered with pixels.
D.Its pulses are unnoticeable.
29.Which aspect of the invention is talked about in paragraph 4?
A.Its working principle.
B.Its daily application.
C.Its obvious advantages.
D.Its potential challenges.
30.Who will benefit most from the new display according to the author?
A.UCSB researchers.
B.Adventurous sighted people.
C.The visually disabled.
D.The digital enthusiasts.
31.What does the author imply about the invention in the last paragraph?
A.It may help replace sight with touch.
B.It may separate input from output.
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C.It may help feel what is usually seen.
D.It may enlarge gaps between senses.
D
Imagine a world where the whispers of an ancient.forest,the call of a rare bird,or the secrets of
hidden medicinal plants could disappear forever-not because the species themselves disappear,but
because the words describing them fade from memory.Every time an endangered language dies,we
risk losing not just words.
Languages do far more than help people communicate;they serve as living libraries of local
knowledge.Local languages sometimes classify species in ways that Western science overlooks.For
instance,the Seri people of Mexico use different words for loggerhead turtles depending on their age,
size,and nesting status-information vital for conservation.These minute classifications often reflect
ecological relationships invisible to outsiders.
Meanwhile,the world's hotspots of language diversity often correspond with areas of high
biodiversity.Places like Papua New Guinea,the Congo Basin,and the Amazon host not only an
explosion of species but also an astonishing range of languages.This doesn't happen accidentally.
Communities that have lived in harmony with their ecosystems for thousands of years have developed
languages that reflect and reinforce this unique relationship.In some cases,a single word in a local
language might describe a plant's life cycle,its uses,and even its relationship to other species-
information that could take years for scientists to document.As a.result,the extinction of a language
can erase the memory of local species,which in turn accelerates the loss of these species,
creating a domino effect that endangers entire ecosystems.
Many endangered languages contain practical wisdom gathered through centuries of observation
and experimentation,including details about medicinal plants,sustainable hunting methods,and
effective ways to manage water,soil,and forests.It's often passed down orally,through stories or
songs,using words that don't translate easily.For instance,the Yupik people of Alaska have
complicated vocabulary for ice conditions,crucial for survival in a severe climate.When such
knowledge is lost,communities and researchers alike lose invaluable insights into how to live
sustainably in difficult environments.
The disappearance of endangered languages isn't just a scientific emergency-it's also a cultural
tragedy.Language is a core part of human identity,shaping how people see themselves and their place
in the world.For many,the words used to describe a river,a forest,or a bird are integrated into their
sense of belonging and responsibility.Losing a language can feel like losing a part of oneself.
Each lost language is a closed book,locking away recipes for survival,hidden wonders of
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evolution,and blueprints for living in balance with nature.As the world faces serious ecological crises,
the wisdom in these languages could be our most valuable resource.Isn't it time to listen before it's
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32.The underlined word"minute"in Paragraph 2 probably means
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A.fine
B.uniform
C.flexible
D.random
33.It is implied in the passage that endangered languages
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A.may document the decline of survival means B.might reveal conflicts among species
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C.can influence human self-perception
D.will die out faster than expected
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34.What is the purpose of the passage?
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A.To challenge an assumption.
B.To defend an argument.
C.To seek a solution.
D.To deliver a warning.
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35.Which is the best title for the passage?
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A.Who Turns the Tide of Civilizations
B.Why Fading Voices Hold the Key
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C.What Hidden Wonders Whisper
D.Where Old Stories Lead Us
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第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)
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根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选
项。
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Vacation in a sustainable manner
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Vacationing in a sustainable manner starts from your planning.Vacationing can be busy and
inconveniences occur.If you are not careful,your vacation may turn out to be more harmful than you
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intended.The only way to avoid messing up everything is to be armed with some essential knowledge.
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Write a packing list and go for sustainable products while you're at it.Using a shopping list
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helps account for everything you will need.Do not put yourself under pressure when you step into the
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store.36
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If a park says no to feeding wildlife,simply avoid feeding them.37 If parks allowed
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every person to feed animals,chances of the animals dying from food poisoning are high.Attain
sustainability by keeping the laws and respecting those in charge.We also protect our lives from
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potential danger when we follow the set guidelines.
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One key aspect of sustainability is the ability of humanity to coexist with nature.38
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For instance,the Indigenous communities in the Amazon are a part of the forest's life.Respecting their
culture and appreciating their contribution will be the best approach to take.
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The sustainable option you choose may seem absurd or unachievable to another
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person.However,sharing your experience may just help other people have different perspectives.For
instance,spending a night at an off-grid cottage might seem boring to someone else.However,sharing
the experience and explaining your idea to your friends may get them to appreciate it.
There is no one rule that fits all scenarios when it comes to sustainable vacationing.40
However,it all starts with the intention to keep our earth healthy for our future.
A.Most people are not sustainability conscious.
B.This has been possible in some communities for years
C It's a wide field and this article barely scratches the surface.
D.First get the shopping list right when shopping for supplies.
E.Unfortunately,some practices may be out of reach for individuals.
F.Simply read the labels and avoid products with a high carbon footprint.
G.Most times,what we interpret as affection for wildlife puts them at risk.
Ⅲ.完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处
的最佳选项。
"Mom,we need to come up with a hobby to do together on Skype,"my daughter Kristen said one
day.Two years ago,Kristen had moved from Philadelphia to San Francisco.While we had video calls
regularly,she longed for something more 41.
I thought hard and said,"You know I'm terrible at 42,but what about making pot
holders?”I remembered_43_them with cotton threads over a small loom(织布机).They were
simple to master,but I hoped I still had the skills.
Without hesitation,Kristen accepted the 44.She immediately 45 weaving looms
and materials for both of us online,calling our project "Patti's Pot Holders".And so,our weekly
crafting 46 began.
We spend time 47 the instructions through the Skype video call:48 the threads
horizontally to the sides of the frame,then weaving others over and under them.It required49
and patience.However,as our fingers grew more skilled with the rhythm of the work,a wonderful
50 occurred.We found we could work almost 51,freeing us to have long conversations.
Our talks grew 52.We asked each other honest questions and shared true feelings.I felt I
learned more about my daughter than when she lived nearby.
Now,the colorful pot holders I've made so far 53 on my kitchen wall like an art display.
But the real 54 was the bond we built through those shared hours across the miles.Like
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angels flying between Philadelphia and San Francisco,our love found a new way to55
M.A.popular
B.regular
C.meaningful
D.challenging
2.A.crafts
B.pottery
C.carpentry
D.photography
3.A.tying
B.weaving
C.teaching
D.abandoning
44.A.design
B.concept
C.demand
D.proposal
45.A.rented
B.collected
C.ordered
D.researched
16.A.sessions
B.interviews
C.joints
D.arrangements
47.A.taking up
B.picking up
C.figuring out
D.looking out
48.A.adding
B.attaching
C.pushing
D.stretching
19.A.focus
B.teamwork
C.courage
D.strength
50.A.shift
B.pause
C.rhythm
D.balance
61.A.perfectly
B.autonomously
C.effectively
D.automatically
52.A.louder
B.funnier
C.deeper
D.shorter
3.A.lay
B.rest
C.hold
D.hang
44.A.trust
B.masterpiece
C.memory
D.award
5.A.fade
B.emerge
C.represent
D.connect
第Ⅱ卷非选择题(满分45分)
V.单词填空(每空一词)(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
56.His first aim is to get the warring parties to
(谈判)with each other.
57.He is admired even by his political
(对手).
58.She
(辞职)from the government last week.
59.His children's books are classics that
(值得)to be much better known.
60.Getting your
(优先事项)in order is a good way to not waste energy on meaningless
pursuits.
61.Electricity lines to 30,000 homes were
(逐渐)being restored yesterday,
62.He is
(负责)for recruiting and training new staff.
63.Our education system should provide
(平等)opportunities for all children,
64.The website allows you to take a
(虚拟)tour of the art gallery..
65.We're trying to improve
(通道)for disabled visitors.
V.短语填空(每空一词)(共5小题;每小题1分,满分5分)
共6页
66.He seemed to
(认为...是理所当然)that he
should speak as a representative
67.Aknee injury forced her to
(退出)the competition,
68.Over the years I've
(得出结论)that she's a very
great musician.
69.It
(有道理)to save money while you can.
70.The storm eventually
(让步)bright sunshine.
V1.语篇填空(供10小题;每小题1分,公众号悦爱学堂满分10分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的适当形式。
Pasang Dekyi is a young guardian of Tibetan embroidery ()She has dedicated 71
(she)to sustaining this 600-year-old heritage by integrating tradition into modern life.
As 72 unique art form,Tibetan embroidery combines folk crafts with painting
techniques.Unlike traditional painted thangkas,it creates three-dimensional effects through cutting,
piecing,and stacking silk and other fabrics.
"Every Tibetan embroidery piece has a soul,
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core lies in cutting,stacking,and
attaching.Core craftsmanship must never be sacrificed,even for
74 (innovate),"Pasang
Dekyi emphasizes.
Her connection to the craft began long before she 75
(conscious)chose it.Raised in
a craft family,she absorbed its rhythms naturally.While at university,she joined the family workshop
and decided to devote her life to Tibetan embroidery.
She has explored ways to make the art 76(approach)to more people.Her creations
range from traditional pieces
77 contemporary items,with popular cultural images like
Mickey Mouse 78 (feature)in some of them."This is not about breaking tradition,but
continuing it in a language appreciated by people today,"she explains.
Through the combined efforts of craftsmen like Pasang Dekyi,Tibetan embroidery thangka
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(add)to the national intangible cultural heritage list in 2021.Pasang Dekyi remains
committed to her mission,80(ensure)the ancient art evolves while staying rooted in its
original spirit.
VL.写作(满分20分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Eight-year-old Sydney Black was upset when a classmate saw her in the hall,laughed,and made
fun of the way her back brace(支s架)pushed her shoulders up.Suffering from scoliosis(脊柱侧弯)at
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the age of four,Sydney had to wear a rigid plastic brace for nearly 20 hours a day to prevent her spine
(from curving further.After moving to a new school in Colorado,she desperately wanted to fit
in,but jokes made her feel lonely and different.
But then,a familiar feeling came back to her-the feeling that had given her strength since she
first learned about her condition.It was the feeling of struggling,of refusing to give up.She held the
quiet certainty that if she kept her head high and kept moving forward,something bigger and brighter
was waiting on the other side.
That year,the Easter Bunny brought her a basket with a special doll.The doll's name was Chelsea,
Barbie's sister,and she,too,wore a back brace for scoliosis.
"She's just like me!"Sydney told her mother,Nicole,who smiled as the little girl examined every
detail,right down to the doll's curved spine.Sydney played with Chelsea endlessly,bringing the doll
everywhere,finding comfort that she was no longer alone.Finally,she felt a bond with another girl
just like her.More secure.More accepted.
Weeks later,as Sydney played with the doll in the kitchen while her mother was cooking dinner,
she petted Chelsea's long dark hair and finally voiced what was on her mind."Mom,I wish that all the
girls with scoliosis could have this doll so they don't ever feel alone either,"she said.
Nicole saw determination and hope in Sydney's eyes.When asked if she'd share dolls with others
facing scoliosis,Sydney agreed eagerly.The family united to support her.Over dinner,they planned to
fundraise.After learning about a community sale,they seized the chance to turn Sydney's wish into
action.
注意:1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
They launched their efforts with a juice stand during the community sale.
What began as a goal to donate 50 dolls quickly grew into something much bigger.
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高二年级期末考试(英语)答案
听力
1-5 ACABA
6-10 ABCCB 11-15 BACBA
16-20 CBCBA
阅读理解
21-25 BBCCD
26-30 BABAC
31-35 CACDB
36-40 FGBAC
完形填空
41-45 CABDC
46-50 ACBAA
51-55 DCDBD
单词填空
56.negotiate
57.opponent(s)
58.resigned
59,deserve
60.priorities
61.gradually
62.responsible
63.equal
64.virtual
65.access
短语填空
66.take it for granted
67.withdraw from
68.come to the conclusion
69.makes sense
70.gave way to
语法填空
71.herself
72.a 73.whose
74.innovation
75.consciously
76.approachable 77.to 78.featured 79.was added 80.ensuring
读后续写
They launched their efforts with a juice stand during the community sale.Sydney greeted every
passer-by warmly while her mom poured fresh juice into cups.Her father handed out flyers to
introduce their meaningful plan.At first,Sydney felt nervous,fearing few people would offer help.Yet
soon,kind neighbors stopped by,and she grew cheerful and confident.Many people praised her
kindness and donated generously.Everyone was moved by the little girl's sincere wish to bring
warmth to kids like her.As the day went on,their money box was gradually filled with donations.
What began as a goal to donate 50 dolls quickly grew into something much bigger.More local
shops and volunteers joined their activity.Sydney was overjoyed to see so much support.They bought
dozens of Chelsea dolls and sent them to girls with scoliosis around the area.Those girls wrote back to
express their gratitude,saying the dolls helped them shake off loneliness.Sydney never imagined her
small idea could light up so many lives.From then on,she kept spreading kindness bravely,proving
that love and care can always beat sadness and prejudice.
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1.M:Hi,Michelle.I haven't seen your dad in a long time.How is he?Is he still driving a taxi?
W:Actually no.He's running an Italian restaurant downtown.
2.W:Hi Harry.Are you going to go running or play volleyball as usual this weekend?
M:Tom likes neither.We all like badminton.So I'll think about that.
3.M:Are we going to our tennis class by bike today?The weather is good.
W:Yes,it's sunny,but not too hot.But I've got a problem with my back wheel.Maybe we can go by
bus,or just walk.
M:we could walk.It's not far.
4.M:Julia,are you coming shopping with me and mom this afternoon?
W:To buy your new skateboard?Id love to,but I'm meeting my classmate,Gleis.We're going to
see that new Chinese cartoon.
M:Okay.And mom wants to go to the new cafe on bridge street.
W:Greatl They sell fantastic cakes.
5.M:How did you enjoy the weekend?I thought it was great.
W:That's true.I love camping out under the stars,and sitting around the fire at night with our guitars.
M:Yeah,me too.I really enjoyed it.
6.W:Hi Rob.The new shopping center has been open for 6 months now,hasn't it?
M:Actually,it's been open since February.To be exact,it's about 8 months.
W:I see.Now,could you tell us a bit about the garden there.
M:In summer,this is a big attraction.There is a lake where you can ride in small boats.But
fishing is strictly forbidden at all times.There's also a cafe next to the lake with its own play
area.You can enjoy coffee,chat with your friends and take wonderful photos there.But sports
are not allowed.
M:well,it does sound like a special place.
7.W:Garrett,got a minute?We are expected to choose a new school course.What's your idea?
M:Shall we start with creative writing?Id like to leam fiction writing.
W:Um,I don't think so.How about communication skills?Im sure it's useful for future
presentations.
M:Good point.What about money management?We always spend too much.
W:But we aren't earning money yet.How about home economics?Like cooking,cleaning or fixing
things.
M:I'm not sure about that.I prefer computer programming for game design.
W:But home economics seems best.It can help us master different skills and the teacher is quite
interesting.
M:Agreed.Let's go for that.
8.W:Excuse me.I'd like to book two train tickets to Chengdu tomorrow morning,please.
M:Okay,what time would you like to go?
W:Sometime around 10:00 to avoid the crowds if possible.
M:Got it.We have trains at 9:30,10:15 and 10:30.
W:The one at 10:15 sounds good.
M:All right?Would you like to sit in first or second class?
W:Second class is fine,thanks.Is there any chance we could have a window seat for one of those?
M:No problem.And I book the seats next to each other for you.The total price is 90 yuan.
W:We'll be taking our bicycles with us,will it cost extra?
M:No,when the train arrives.Just tell the train guard your destination and he will help you secure
the bicycles in the last carriage and give you a ticket,then you can take your seats.Hand the ticket
to the guard to get your bicycles back when you anive in Chengdu.
W:Thank you.
9.W:Jackie,welcome to the show.You've won gold and silver medals in international events.Did
you first develop a passion for athletics as a young child.
M:I was introduced to athletics in secondary school,and then I got a scholarship to university
because of my performance on the school athletics team.I guess I was really passionate about
athletics from about 13 years old.
W:So was it your school teachers that helped you start a career in sports?
M:Not really.I had great school teachers and now I have the best coaches.But it's always been my
father that has supported me and told me I can achieve anything I want.
W:Tell us about winning your first gold medal.You must have been so excited.
M:The funny thing is that I was lost in my own world during that race.
W:Do you mean you were too tired to feel anything?
M:No,not at all.I hadn't realized I was the winner and I couldn't believe it when I looked up,and
there was no one ahead of me.
W:So...
10.Hi,everyone.I want to share with you what it's like being on a cooking show.Many people think
it's easy,but actually it's very stressful.I usually arrive at the studio around 7:00 a.m.First,I meet
with the producer and we go through the script for the day.Then I go to the dressing room to change
into my chefs uniform.After that,the make-up artist makes sure I look good on camera.This
usually takes only about 15 minutes because I don't wear much makeup.We begin filming at around
9:00 am,but things don't always go smoothly.Sometimes the cameras don't work,or the sound is
not clear,so we have to wait.When everything is ready,I start cooking and talking to the camera
at the same time.It's hard to do both.We usually finish by 5:00 p.m.but it depends on how many
mistakes we make:After filming,I take off my uniform,say goodbye to the team and go home to
rest.It's a long day but I love sharing my recipes with the audience.