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2025-2026学年下学期期中考试 高一 英语试卷 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上，并认真核准条形码上的准考证号、姓名、考场号、座位号，在规定的位置贴好条形码。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。 1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Smart shopping. B. Digital receipt. C. Data analysis. 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What will the woman probably take? A. A camera. B. A mobile. C. A guidebook. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 How many children are there in the classroom? A. Five. B. Seven. C. Twelve. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The significance of recycling. B. The dangers of plastic products. C. The ways to live an eco-friendly life. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Where does the man come from? A. America. B. France. C. Australia. 第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22 .5 分） 听下面一段对话，完成以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. What’s a problem of AI according to the man? A. High cost. B. Privacy risks. C. Slow speed. 7. What will the speakers do next? A. Go to the bank. B. Order some food. C. Return home. 听下面一段对话，完成以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 8. What does the woman think of London buses? A. Very fast. B. Too costly. C. Rather slow. 9. Which is the best way to travel in London according to the woman? A. By bus. B. By taxi. C. By subway. 10. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Traffic in London. B. A trip in Britain. C. A guided tour. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 11. How did Anna feel after she came to the classroom? A. Homesick. B. Embarrassed. C. Relieved. 12. What can be inferred about Anna’s host family? A. They are satisfying. B. They are unfriendly. C. They are demanding. 13. What bothers Anna now? A. Culture shock. B. Transport issues. C. Language barrier. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 14. Where is the exhibition being held? A. In the artist’s house. B. In the town hall. C. In the gallery. 15. When was the artist born? A. In 1922. B. In 1892. C. In 1830. 16. What can we learn about the artist? A. He struggled for fame in his life. B. He lived a simple life with his family. C. His works didn’t come to light until he died. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 17. What does Ruby do for a living? A. She’s a musician. B. She’s a hostess. C. She’s an actress. 18. What type of show does Grant host? A. A TV show. B. A radio show. C. An online show. 19. Where did Grant first see Ruby? A. In a park. B. In an art studio. C. In a theater. 20. Why did Ruby nearly miss her big opportunity? A. She was busy recording an album. B. She was touring Europe. C. She was sick. 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 Holgate Windmill in York For most visitors to York its main attractions — York Minster, Clifford’s Tower and the National Railway Museum — are top of the must-see list. But the historic city features lesser-known sights which will surprise and interest anyone seeking them out. Holgate Windmill is one of them. Towering 45ft skywards, the four-storey windmill (风车磨坊) was built in 1770 by George Waud, a miller from Selby. In those days the skyline was dotted with windmills, with about 200 in York and the surrounding area. Today it is Yorkshire’s only working windmill and the oldest five-sailed windmill in the country. The mill is run by volunteers. “They come from all over Yorkshire including Leeds, Wetherby, Knaresborough and Richmond,” says volunteer Lesley Jones. Volunteers produce flour (面粉) to deliver it to local markets. The local primary school — Acomb Primary — also uses the flour to make food. “We are very much part of the community. Local children coming to visit often take some flour home to cook with,” Lesley adds. On a calm day, the process is powered by electricity. In suitable conditions, wind power is used to turn the sails. Address: Holgate Windmill, Windmill Rise, Holgate, York, YO26 4TX Open: Every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday morning from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. The mill is in operation on Wednesday and Friday. There is no need to book. Prices: Entry £5, free for under 16s. 21. What is special about Holgate Windmill? A. It is the oldest windmill. B. It is powered by electricity. C. It is known for its four sails. D. It is in service to this day. 22. What do the volunteers need to do? A. Keep pupils safe on the road. B. Make flour in the windmill. C. Cook meals for local children. D. Sell bread to visitors in need. 23. How much should a parent with a kid aged five pay for visiting the windmill? A. £5. B. £10. C. £16. D. £21. B Over the years, George Frost, who is originally from London, has taught art in the Vocational Education Committee (VEC) and has had a number of exhibitions, including one at Cork Airport, which was a great success. He has also exhibited at Bishopstown Library, where he sold most of the paintings on show. George presented a painting of his to a politician and also a university. For the elderly George, art is something he is crazy about. Art gets him up in the morning, and he often works a full day, painting in the studio in his home. His home in Cork City is full of paintings of landscapes, portraits and scenic spots, including an attractive description of Ross Castle in Killarney. His desire is to give lessons in it to senior citizens, preferably through the medium of television. His thinking is that TV art will attract a relatively big audience. And there are practical considerations. George is in good condition apart from suffering from a bad back, which makes it difficult for him to teach a class as he will have to bend down to see the artworks and give advice to students. George is now eager to appeal (呼吁) to television producers to broadcast his art classes on TV. He suggests that the filming can take place outdoors in Crosshaven during the summer months, as he frequently paints in the sailing village, attracting the attention of passers-by to his artistic skills. George believes he has much to offer older individuals who may feel alone and lack a sense of purpose in life. Therefore, he is enthusiastic about sharing his expertise with senior citizens, some of whom may discover a talent for painting. The focus is on developing inclusiveness among the elderly. George even does not seek financial support for his services, and he thinks that his effort will likely assist in reducing government health expenses, as it can serve as an outlet for senior citizens. 24. What does George work as? A. An educator and a painter. B. A member of VEC. C. A librarian in Bishopstown. D. An artist and a politician. 25. Why does George prefer to teach art through television? A. He is too old to travel outside. B. He wants to advertise his paintings. C. He expects it will draw more viewers. D. He has difficulty moving due to a bad back. 26. What is George like? A. Honest and modest. B. Considerate and helpful. C. Humorous and generous. D. Competitive and daring. 27. What does the author mainly express? A. Sharing is caring. B. Art heals the soul. C. All roads lead to Rome. D. It is never too old to learn. C In the era of globalization today, different cultures are interacting more than ever before. While this has brought about many positive exchanges, it has also put some unique cultures at risk. Anthropologists-scientists who study human race, and cultural preservationists are working hard to protect cultural practices that are in danger of disappearing. “Globalization has led to more uniform cultures in some aspects,” said Dr. Elena Rodriguez, a leading anthropologist at the University of Cambridge. “Popular culture, driven by media and the internet, often overshadows local and traditional cultures. We need to understand the possible effects of this trend and find ways to preserve the cultural heritage that makes each community unique.” Using a vast database of cultural practices from around the world, Dr. Rodriguez and her team studied how cultural traditions are passed down through generations and how they adapt to modern influences. They discovered some cultural practices are more adaptable than others. For example, traditional festivals with strong community participation tend to survive better, while some niche (小众的) handicraft-making skills are at risk of being lost due to a lack of younger generations interested in learning them. Another significant factor affecting cultural diversity is urbanization (城市化). As people move from rural areas to cities, they often leave behind some of their traditional ways of life. “In urban environments, there is a tendency to adopt more mainstream cultural standards,” said Dr. Rodriguez. “This doesn’t mean rural cultures are not good, but rather that the pull of modern urban living can weaken the uniqueness of traditional cultures.” So, what can be done to protect cultural diversity? “Education is key,” Dr. Rodrigueznoted. “By teaching younger generations about the value of their cultural heritage in schools, we can develop a sense of pride and responsibility. Cultural institutions can also play a crucial role. Museums, for instance, can showcase traditional artifacts and stories, making them accessible to a wider audience.” Moreover, governments and international organizations can support cultural preservation projects. This can include providing funding for cultural festivals, promoting local languages, and protecting historical sites. Cultural tourism projects can be designed to introduce people to lesser-known cultural traditions all over the world. 28. What effects does globalization have on cultures nowadays? A. It has little impact on cultures. B. It brings about a mixed bag. C. It has more positive effects. D. It contributes to traditional cultures. 29. What does Dr. Rodriguez’s study mainly focus on? A. How cultural traditions are influenced and changed. B. How traditional festivals are celebrated and preserved. C. How cultural traditions are handed down and survive. D. How handicraft making skills are taught and learned. 30. How can cultural institutions make a difference to the protection of cultural diversity? A. They can provide funding for cultural festivals. B. They can teach local languages in schools. C. They can design cultural tourism projects. D. They can expose the audience to items and stories. 31. What is a suitable title for the text? A. Protecting Cultural Diversity: a Global Mission B. Understanding Traditional Cultures: a Basic Requirement C. Observing traditional Festivals: a Wide Participation D. Preserving Cultural Diversity: an Overall Urbanization D Scientists studying the behavior of starlings (椋鸟) have found their ability to give and take makes their relationships closer to human friendships than previously thought. About 10% of bird species breed (繁殖) “cooperatively”, meaning some individuals refrain from breeding to help others care for their babies. Now researchers studying starlings have found the support cuts both ways, with birds that received help in feeding or guarding their chicks returning the favor when the “helper” bird has babies of its own. Prof Dustin Rubenstein, a co-author of the study from the University of Colombia, said such behavior is probably necessary for starlings as they live in an environment where drought is common and food is limited. “Two birds probably can’t feed their babies on their own, so they need these helpers to help them survive,” he said, adding that each breeding pair produces few younger ones. “What happens is that the non-relatives come into the group. They breed pretty quickly, usually in the first year, maybe the second year, and then they take some time off and some of the other birds breed — and we never understood why,” said Rubenstein. “But they’re forming these relationships in the sense that I might help you this year, and then you’ll help me in the future.” The results agree with previous work from Rubenstein and co-workers that found starlings living in larger groups have a greater chance of survival and of producing babies, with the new work suggesting the give-and-take approach helps to enlarge these groups. Writing in the journal Nature, Rubenstein reported that his team studied starlings at 410 nests (鸟巢) in Kenya, recording data over a 20-year period from 2002 that covered more than 40 breeding seasons. The team also collected DNA from 1,175 birds to explore their relationships with each other. The results show that rather than helping birds at random, starlings preferentially helped breeding birds that were related to them, particularly if they were born in the same nest. However, they also helped unrelated breeding birds, even when there were opportunities to help relatives. 32. What do the underlined words “refrain from” in paragraph 1 probably mean? A. Practice. B. Recover. C. Avoid. D. Strengthen. 33. Why do starlings work together to breed? A. They require help due to terrible living conditions. B. They want to increase the adaptability of their babies. C. They enjoy the company of other birds during breeding. D. They aim to make the most of limited living space. 34. How did the researchers make the findings? A. By referring to previous studies. B. By tracking different species continuously. C. By making assumptions and proving them. D. By recording data personally and studying them. 35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A. The Competition Between Starlings and Other Species B. A Comparison of Starling and Human Friendships C. DNA Information Shows Starling Family Relationship D. Starlings Increase Survival Chance by Supporting Each Other 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。 As you read this passage, countless species are on the edge of extinction. We live in an era where global biodiversity (生物多样性) faces threats caused mainly by human actions. ____36____. Here, we explore some practical approaches that you can apply to protect endangered wildlife. Buy products from sustainable sources ____37____. Avoid buying products made from animal skins, bones, ivory, or other endangered animal products. Though it can seem like a personal choice that only affects you, you directly help with wildlife protection by actively buying from sustainable sources. Avoid plastic use and recycle properly Dealing with waste and recyclables properly plays a huge part in protecting the environment and animals. Recycling breaks the cycle of plastic pollution, ensuring that plastics don’t end up endangering wildlife. Besides, try to use alternatives (替代品) to plastic products, especially single use plastics. ____38____. Support protection organizations Supporting protection organizations is a great way to protect endangered species. Donations provide funding for research, habitat protection, wildlife rescue, and species recovery programs. If you’re not in a position to provide money, there are other ways you can help. ____39____. You can also look for volunteering opportunities at protection organizations. ____40____ The next time you take a trip, avoid booking a package holiday and instead think a bit more deeply about ways you can travel sustainably to help reduce the negative impact of tourism on ecosystems. Make sure you choose tour agencies that prioritize protection and animal well-being. A. Travel in a wildlife-friendly way B. Reduce negative impact on animals C. But there are many things we can do to help D. You can share posts from animal protection organizations E. For example, use reusable water bottles instead of plastic ones F. You can use your voice to bring attention to wildlife protection G. Choosing cruelty-free products contributes to wildlife protection 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 James’s first refusal to get a dog isn’t due to hate for these animals. James and his wife Leah lead a(n) ___41___ lifestyle and enjoy traveling, so he thought adopting (收养) a dog would ___42___ their life in a way he didn’t want. It is an important thing to ___43___ before welcoming a new family member, for dogs require a lot of attention and ___44___. However, love has a way of ___45___ us. When James saw Poundcake, a cute 8-month-old puppy (小狗), he knew it was his ___46___. There was only one ___47___ — the puppy was deaf. But this didn’t prevent him from getting it. He ___48___ Poundcake’s adoption without even telling Leah. Soon, Poundcake was coming to live with James and Leah. ___49___, a lot of differently-abled dogs are ignored and their chances to find a _____50_____ home are very slim. This deeply touched James and he _____51_____ to provide the best possible life. Poundcake didn’t know what he was in for, but he was ready to pay them back with kisses and unconditional love. Where there’s a place for one, there’s a place for another — or at least that’s what _____52_____ dog people say. The couple _____53_____ that there was room in their hearts for one more dog. After some time, Poundcake gained a sister — a lovely lady named Milkshake. Now Poundcake and Milkshake _____54_____ their owners on every adventure, from walks to swims and even paddleboarding (桨板运动)! James’ life is becoming even more active with these four-legged friends, with whom he has a lifelong _____55_____. 41. A. peaceful B. active C. expensive D. traditional 42. A. change B. enrich C. balance D. improve 43. A. try B. argue C. consider D. investigate 44. A. risk B. cost C. luck D. care 45. A. surprising B. warning C. helping D. praising 46. A. dream B. heart C. moment D. type 47. A. reason B. problem C. fact D. option 48. A. applied for B. believed in C. put forward D. got through 49. A. Obviously B. Alarmingly C. Unfortunately D. Strangely 50. A. tidy B. safe C. charming D. loving 51. A. agreed B. learned C. promised D. continued 52. A. crazy B. brave C. creative D. happy 53. A. imagined B. decided C. guessed D. proved 54. A. guide B. approach C. observe D. follow 55. A. skill B. goal C. connection D. hobby 第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Have you ever traveled to Zhenyuan County? It is ___56___ famous place in Guizhou Province. It is in the subtropical climate (亚热带气候) zone ___57___ an average annual temperature of 16.4℃. The historical and ___58___ (culture) county has a total land area of over 1,800 square kilometers and a population of about 190,000, according to the 7th National Population Census. Zhenyuan County is one of the experimental counties ___59___ (permit) by the country for the reform and opening up of southeast Guizhou Province. Zhenyuan Ancient Town is a place ___60___ one can’t describe its beauty with words. The town, which is located in Zhenyuan County, has experienced over two thousand ___61___ (year) of history. Zhenyuan Ancient Town ___62___ (offer) a quiet retreat for the soul.Crystal Wuyang River runs across the town like a ribbon and creates a mood of harmony, and when the sun rises ___63___ (slow) in the morning and the clouds have to remove their grip from the mountains, Dragon Cave looks just like a beautiful palace. In this ultimate getaway town, even just ___64___ (stand) quietly by the river will allow one to enjoy the indescribable beauty and tenderness of this serene countryside. Zhenyuan Ancient Town ___65___ (list) as a national AAAAA-level scenic area in 2020. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 （满分15分） 66. 假定你是李华，你校英语报就是否应该使用AI帮助完成作业开辟专栏，请你写一篇文章投稿谈谈自己的看法。主要内容包括： 1. 你的观点； 2. 你的理由； 3. 你的建议。 注意：写作词数应为80个左右。 Should AI Be Used to Help Complete Homework? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节 （满分25分） 67. 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。 When I was very young, my mother thought it was necessary for me to learn to play a musical instrument, as most parents do nowadays. She asked me what kind of instrument I was interested in. I didn’t have any idea, but I thought playing the drums was cool and interesting. So she took me to enroll in a drum course in the Children’s Palace, where I spent nearly every Sunday morning for two years, practicing playing the drum. As time went on, I went to middle school. I joined a band as a drummer in my middle school. I thought it would be fun playing the drum in a team and meeting new friends. At first it was easy because of my constant practice during the primary school, but a month later, it got more and more difficult. I was the only one who couldn’t keep pace with the other players. The band consists of students playing the violin, the piano, the guitar and so on. We were in a team; the music was beautiful, but it seemed rather challenging. So I was in low spirits when playing in the band, and the joy of playing music began to fade. Our teacher, Ms Miller, noticed my struggle and singled me out to keep practicing while everyone else got to relax. With each missed beat, I felt ashamed as my teammates watched me fail so many times. Finally I got so tired of practicing that I no longer cared if it was done right. “Are you giving up, Steve?” Ms Miller asked gently. “Yes, I am,” I shouted. Ms Miller sent me inside the music room where I cried out. Then she came in and said, “Don’t be sad. I believe you can make it! ” She told me never to give up and left me alone to think about it. Alone in the music room, I recalled Ms Miller’s words and finally realized she was right. Quitting wasn’t just about giving up on myself; it was about abandoning my team. I couldn’t let my teammates down. 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。 Then I decided to go on practicing. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Later, we performed in an important show. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025-2026学年下学期期中考试 高一 英语试卷 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上，并认真核准条形码上的准考证号、姓名、考场号、座位号，在规定的位置贴好条形码。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。 1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Smart shopping. B. Digital receipt. C. Data analysis. 【答案】A 【解析】 【原文】W: I tried an AI-powered store yesterday. You scan the phone at the gate, grab what you need, and just walk out — no queues. M: The convenience is great, and the receipt appears in the app within seconds. W: True, but I’m worried about my data - every item’s tied to my account. 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What will the woman probably take? A. A camera. B. A mobile. C. A guidebook. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】M: I think a guidebook’s the most useful thing. You can use it to plan your trip. W: For me it’s my mobile. I can use it to send pictures to my friends. M: Why not just take a camera? W: I can send pictures from my mobile, but not from my camera. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 How many children are there in the classroom? A. Five. B. Seven. C. Twelve. 【答案】C 【解析】 【原文】W: Are there any children in the classroom? M: Yes, seven are reading at their desks and five are playing on the floor. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The significance of recycling. B. The dangers of plastic products. C. The ways to live an eco-friendly life. 【答案】C 【解析】 【原文】W: I’m trying to live a greener lifestyle. Any tips? M: Start by reducing the use of plastic products and recycling more. About energy, use LED bulbs and try to save water. W: Great ideas! I’ll include these in my daily life. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Where does the man come from? A. America. B. France. C. Australia. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】W: How many countries have you been to? M: America, Australia and Britain. I’ll go back home in France tomorrow. 第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22 .5 分） 听下面一段对话，完成以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. What’s a problem of AI according to the man? A. High cost. B. Privacy risks. C. Slow speed. 7. What will the speakers do next? A. Go to the bank. B. Order some food. C. Return home. 【答案】6. B 7. B 【解析】 【原文】W: Now artificial intelligence (AI) is used in all aspects. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has used AI to help many missing children return home. M: That’s a good thing. However, you can’t ignore that AI can also be harmful to humans. For instance, AI is bound to have access to many users’ private data, and it sometimes cannot protect privacy well. W: But it’s really convenient. And a lot of processes can be automated when you’re at the bank. M: Yeah. Let’s order first and talk over dinner, okay? W: OK. 听下面一段对话，完成以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 8. What does the woman think of London buses? A. Very fast. B. Too costly. C. Rather slow. 9. Which is the best way to travel in London according to the woman? A. By bus. B. By taxi. C. By subway. 10. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Traffic in London. B. A trip in Britain. C. A guided tour. 【答案】8. C 9. C 10. A 【解析】 【原文】M: Have you traveled much in Britain? W: No, not much. But I travel quite a lot in London every day. M: What do you think of the London traffic? W: I think the London underground is OK because it’s fast and comfortable. But I also like your London buses, especially for short journeys. M: But don’t you think the buses are rather slow? W: Yes, I do. Particularly at rush hour. M: What about London taxis? W: Taxis often get caught in traffic jams, and besides, they are too expensive. M: Well, what do you think is the best way to travel in London? W: Er... the London underground, I think. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 11. How did Anna feel after she came to the classroom? A. Homesick. B. Embarrassed. C. Relieved. 12. What can be inferred about Anna’s host family? A. They are satisfying. B. They are unfriendly. C. They are demanding. 13. What bothers Anna now? A. Culture shock. B. Transport issues. C. Language barrier. 【答案】11. C 12. A 13. C 【解析】 【原文】M: Anna, do you love your time studying here? W: Yes. I was not so happy before I walked into the school. I knew nobody here and I really didn’t know what to expect. But the minute I came to the classroom, I started to feel at home. I was surprised how much everyone wanted to make friends and how welcoming everyone was. M: I’m so glad to hear that. So do you know how to get around the city now? W: Yes. It was really a challenge to get around in the beginning, but now it’s easy. M: How do you find your homestay family? W: They’re really nice. But I do have a problem. M: What is it? W: I often fail to make myself understood when I talk to others in Chinese. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 14. Where is the exhibition being held? A. In the artist’s house. B. In the town hall. C. In the gallery. 15. When was the artist born? A. In 1922. B. In 1892. C. In 1830. 16. What can we learn about the artist? A. He struggled for fame in his life. B. He lived a simple life with his family. C. His works didn’t come to light until he died. 【答案】14. C 15. C 16. C 【解析】 【原文】W: Thank you for inviting me to view this special exhibition. It was my pleasure to come to this gallery. M: That’s all right. The artworks were painted by a local artist. He spent decades painting the beauty of this unique town, along with scenes from his life. W: May I ask a question? I heard that the artist died in 1922 without ever selling a single painting. Is that true? M: Yes, indeed. The artist preferred to be alone. He lived by himself, working in secret, and painted almost all his life. His friends and family only discovered his talent after he died at the age of 92. When they cleared his house, they found more than 300 paintings. And no one had ever seen these paintings. W: How surprised and delighted he would be to know that his artworks are now being shown like this! M: Yes. One thing I particularly love is that these paintings tell me what his life was like from when he was young until his death. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 17. What does Ruby do for a living? A. She’s a musician. B. She’s a hostess. C. She’s an actress. 18. What type of show does Grant host? A. A TV show. B. A radio show. C. An online show. 19. Where did Grant first see Ruby? A. In a park. B. In an art studio. C. In a theater. 20. Why did Ruby nearly miss her big opportunity? A. She was busy recording an album. B. She was touring Europe. C. She was sick. 【答案】17. A 18. B 19. A 20. C 【解析】 【原文】M: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome pop star Ruby Red to the show. W: Hi, Grant. Thanks for having me. M: It’s my pleasure. I’ve had your album on repeat since it came out. W: That’s very nice of you to say so. You were one of the first radio stations to play my first song. M: I know. I first saw you performing live at the artist stage at Green Park. Your sound blew me away. W: I almost couldn’t make it to that performance because I was ill the week before. M: Well, I’m glad that you recovered quickly enough to attend. W: Me too. It was a big turning point in my career. M: And now you are going on tour. Is it a world tour? W: Not really. We’re starting here in the UK, and then doing a few cities in Europe. M: Well, I can’t wait to see you perform live again. W: Thank you so much for your support. 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 Holgate Windmill in York For most visitors to York its main attractions — York Minster, Clifford’s Tower and the National Railway Museum — are top of the must-see list. But the historic city features lesser-known sights which will surprise and interest anyone seeking them out. Holgate Windmill is one of them. Towering 45ft skywards, the four-storey windmill (风车磨坊) was built in 1770 by George Waud, a miller from Selby. In those days the skyline was dotted with windmills, with about 200 in York and the surrounding area. Today it is Yorkshire’s only working windmill and the oldest five-sailed windmill in the country. The mill is run by volunteers. “They come from all over Yorkshire including Leeds, Wetherby, Knaresborough and Richmond,” says volunteer Lesley Jones. Volunteers produce flour (面粉) to deliver it to local markets. The local primary school — Acomb Primary — also uses the flour to make food. “We are very much part of the community. Local children coming to visit often take some flour home to cook with,” Lesley adds. On a calm day, the process is powered by electricity. In suitable conditions, wind power is used to turn the sails. Address: Holgate Windmill, Windmill Rise, Holgate, York, YO26 4TX Open: Every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday morning from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. The mill is in operation on Wednesday and Friday. There is no need to book. Prices: Entry £5, free for under 16s. 21. What is special about Holgate Windmill? A. It is the oldest windmill. B. It is powered by electricity. C. It is known for its four sails. D. It is in service to this day. 22. What do the volunteers need to do? A. Keep pupils safe on the road. B. Make flour in the windmill. C. Cook meals for local children. D. Sell bread to visitors in need. 23. How much should a parent with a kid aged five pay for visiting the windmill? A. £5. B. £10. C. £16. D. £21. 【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了约克的霍尔盖特风车磨坊。 【21题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Today it is Yorkshire’s only working windmill and the oldest five-sailed windmill in the country.(如今，它是约克郡唯一仍在运转的风车磨坊，也是英国最古老的五帆风车磨坊)”可知，霍尔盖特风车磨坊的特别之处在于它至今仍在使用。故选D项。 【22题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“The mill is run by volunteers. ‘They come from all over Yorkshire including Leeds, Wetherby, Knaresborough and Richmond,’ says volunteer Lesley Jones. Volunteers produce flour (面粉) to deliver it to local markets. (这家工厂是由志愿者经营的。志愿者莱斯利·琼斯说：“他们来自约克郡各地，包括利兹、韦瑟比、纳雷斯伯勒和里士满。”志愿者们生产面粉并将其送到当地市场)”可知，志愿者需要在风车磨坊里制作面粉。故选B项。 【23题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“Prices: Entry £5, free for under 16s. (价格：门票5英镑，16岁以下免费)”可知，一位家长带五岁的孩子参观，孩子免费，家长需付5英镑。故选A项。 B Over the years, George Frost, who is originally from London, has taught art in the Vocational Education Committee (VEC) and has had a number of exhibitions, including one at Cork Airport, which was a great success. He has also exhibited at Bishopstown Library, where he sold most of the paintings on show. George presented a painting of his to a politician and also a university. For the elderly George, art is something he is crazy about. Art gets him up in the morning, and he often works a full day, painting in the studio in his home. His home in Cork City is full of paintings of landscapes, portraits and scenic spots, including an attractive description of Ross Castle in Killarney. His desire is to give lessons in it to senior citizens, preferably through the medium of television. His thinking is that TV art will attract a relatively big audience. And there are practical considerations. George is in good condition apart from suffering from a bad back, which makes it difficult for him to teach a class as he will have to bend down to see the artworks and give advice to students. George is now eager to appeal (呼吁) to television producers to broadcast his art classes on TV. He suggests that the filming can take place outdoors in Crosshaven during the summer months, as he frequently paints in the sailing village, attracting the attention of passers-by to his artistic skills. George believes he has much to offer older individuals who may feel alone and lack a sense of purpose in life. Therefore, he is enthusiastic about sharing his expertise with senior citizens, some of whom may discover a talent for painting. The focus is on developing inclusiveness among the elderly. George even does not seek financial support for his services, and he thinks that his effort will likely assist in reducing government health expenses, as it can serve as an outlet for senior citizens. 24. What does George work as? A. An educator and a painter. B. A member of VEC. C. A librarian in Bishopstown. D. An artist and a politician. 25. Why does George prefer to teach art through television? A. He is too old to travel outside. B. He wants to advertise his paintings. C. He expects it will draw more viewers. D. He has difficulty moving due to a bad back. 26. What is George like? A. Honest and modest. B. Considerate and helpful. C. Humorous and generous. D. Competitive and daring. 27. What does the author mainly express? A. Sharing is caring. B. Art heals the soul. C. All roads lead to Rome. D. It is never too old to learn. 【答案】24. A 25. C 26. B 27. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了年迈的George Frost作为一名画家和教育者，热衷于通过电视教授艺术课程，帮助老年人找到生活意义的故事。 【24题详解】 细节理解题。 根据第一段中“Over the years, George Frost, who is originally from London, has taught art in the Vocational Education Committee (VEC) and has had a number of exhibitions, including one at Cork Airport, which was a great success. (多年来，来自伦敦的George Frost一直在职业教育委员会（VEC）教授艺术，并举办过多次展览，包括在科克机场举办的一次非常成功的展览。)”以及第二段中“For the elderly George, art is something he is crazy about. Art gets him up in the morning, and he often works a full day, painting in the studio in his home. (对于年迈的George来说，艺术是他热爱的东西。艺术让他早上起床，他经常工作一整天，在家里的工作室里画画。)”可知，George既是一名教育工作者也是一名画家。故选A。 【25题详解】 细节理解题。 根据第二段中“His desire is to give lessons in it to senior citizens, preferably through the medium of television. His thinking is that TV art will attract a relatively big audience. (他的愿望是给老年人上这门课，最好是通过电视这种媒介。他的想法是，电视艺术将吸引相对较多的观众。)”可知，George更喜欢通过电视教授艺术是他预计这将吸引更多的观众。故选C。 【26题详解】 推理判断题。 根据第二段中 “His desire is to give lessons in it to senior citizens (他希望给老年人上艺术课)”和最后一段“George believes he has much to offer older individuals who may feel alone and lack a sense of purpose in life. Therefore, he is enthusiastic about sharing his expertise with senior citizens, some of whom may discover a talent for painting. The focus is on developing inclusiveness among the elderly. George even does not seek financial support for his services, and he thinks that his effort will likely assist in reducing government health expenses, as it can serve as an outlet for senior citizens. (George认为，他可以为那些可能感到孤独、缺乏生活目标的老年人提供很多帮助。因此，他热衷于与老年人分享他的专业知识，其中一些人可能会发现绘画天赋。重点是培养老年人的包容性。George甚至没有为他的服务寻求经济支持，他认为他的努力可能会帮助减少政府的医疗开支，因为这可以为老年人提供一个发泄的渠道)。”可知，George是一个体贴且乐于助人的人。故选B。 【27题详解】 主旨大意题。 根据最后一段中“George believes he has much to offer older individuals who may feel alone and lack a sense of purpose in life. Therefore, he is enthusiastic about sharing his expertise with senior citizens, some of whom may discover a talent for painting. (George认为，他可以为那些可能感到孤独、缺乏生活目标的老年人提供很多帮助。因此，他热衷于与老年人分享他的专业知识，其中一些人可能会发现绘画天赋。)”，并结合文章主要讲述了George Frost，一位热爱艺术的老人，他不仅在职业教育委员会教授艺术，还举办过多次展览。他希望通过电视教授艺术，特别是针对老年人，他认为这不仅可以吸引大量观众，还能帮助那些感到孤独和缺乏生活目标的老年人。George乐于分享自己的专业知识，并不寻求经济回报，他认为这有助于减少政府的医疗开支。可知，作者主要表达了“分享即关爱”的观点。故选A。 C In the era of globalization today, different cultures are interacting more than ever before. While this has brought about many positive exchanges, it has also put some unique cultures at risk. Anthropologists-scientists who study human race, and cultural preservationists are working hard to protect cultural practices that are in danger of disappearing. “Globalization has led to more uniform cultures in some aspects,” said Dr. Elena Rodriguez, a leading anthropologist at the University of Cambridge. “Popular culture, driven by media and the internet, often overshadows local and traditional cultures. We need to understand the possible effects of this trend and find ways to preserve the cultural heritage that makes each community unique.” Using a vast database of cultural practices from around the world, Dr. Rodriguez and her team studied how cultural traditions are passed down through generations and how they adapt to modern influences. They discovered some cultural practices are more adaptable than others. For example, traditional festivals with strong community participation tend to survive better, while some niche (小众的) handicraft-making skills are at risk of being lost due to a lack of younger generations interested in learning them. Another significant factor affecting cultural diversity is urbanization (城市化). As people move from rural areas to cities, they often leave behind some of their traditional ways of life. “In urban environments, there is a tendency to adopt more mainstream cultural standards,” said Dr. Rodriguez. “This doesn’t mean rural cultures are not good, but rather that the pull of modern urban living can weaken the uniqueness of traditional cultures.” So, what can be done to protect cultural diversity? “Education is key,” Dr. Rodrigueznoted. “By teaching younger generations about the value of their cultural heritage in schools, we can develop a sense of pride and responsibility. Cultural institutions can also play a crucial role. Museums, for instance, can showcase traditional artifacts and stories, making them accessible to a wider audience.” Moreover, governments and international organizations can support cultural preservation projects. This can include providing funding for cultural festivals, promoting local languages, and protecting historical sites. Cultural tourism projects can be designed to introduce people to lesser-known cultural traditions all over the world. 28. What effects does globalization have on cultures nowadays? A. It has little impact on cultures. B. It brings about a mixed bag. C. It has more positive effects. D. It contributes to traditional cultures. 29. What does Dr. Rodriguez’s study mainly focus on? A. How cultural traditions are influenced and changed. B. How traditional festivals are celebrated and preserved. C. How cultural traditions are handed down and survive. D. How handicraft making skills are taught and learned. 30. How can cultural institutions make a difference to the protection of cultural diversity? A. They can provide funding for cultural festivals. B. They can teach local languages in schools. C. They can design cultural tourism projects. D. They can expose the audience to items and stories. 31. What is a suitable title for the text? A. Protecting Cultural Diversity: a Global Mission B. Understanding Traditional Cultures: a Basic Requirement C. Observing traditional Festivals: a Wide Participation D. Preserving Cultural Diversity: an Overall Urbanization 【答案】28. B 29. C 30. D 31. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了全球化使文化交流增多但独特文化受威胁，人类学家研究其传承与适应，城市化也有影响，可通过教育、文化机构等保护文化多样性。 【28题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段中“While this has brought about many positive exchanges, it has also put some unique cultures at risk.( 虽然这带来了许多积极的交流，但也使一些独特的文化面临风险。)”可推知，全球化既带来了积极的交流，也使一些独特文化面临风险，是好坏参半的。故选B项。 【29题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“Using a vast database of cultural practices from around the world, Dr. Rodriguez and her team studied how cultural traditions are passed down through generations and how they adapt to modern influences.( 罗德里格斯博士和她的团队利用世界各地文化习俗的庞大数据库，研究了文化传统是如何代代相传的，以及它们如何适应现代的影响。)” 可知，她的研究主要关注文化传统如何传承以及如何适应现代影响，也就是如何传承和生存。故选C项。 【30题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“Cultural institutions can also play a crucial role. Museums, for instance, can showcase traditional artifacts and stories, making them accessible to a wider audience.( 文化机构也可以发挥关键作用。例如，博物馆可以展示传统文物和故事，让更多的观众可以接触到它们。)”可知，文化机构（如博物馆）可以向观众展示传统手工艺品和故事。故选D项。 【31题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了全球化背景下文化多样性面临的问题，如流行文化对当地和传统文化的冲击、城市化对传统文化独特性的削弱等，还介绍了保护文化多样性的方法，如教育、文化机构的作用、政府和国际组织的支持等，所以A选项“Protecting Cultural Diversity: a Global Mission”（保护文化多样性：一项全球使命）符合文章主旨，适合作为文章的标题。故选A项。 D Scientists studying the behavior of starlings (椋鸟) have found their ability to give and take makes their relationships closer to human friendships than previously thought. About 10% of bird species breed (繁殖) “cooperatively”, meaning some individuals refrain from breeding to help others care for their babies. Now researchers studying starlings have found the support cuts both ways, with birds that received help in feeding or guarding their chicks returning the favor when the “helper” bird has babies of its own. Prof Dustin Rubenstein, a co-author of the study from the University of Colombia, said such behavior is probably necessary for starlings as they live in an environment where drought is common and food is limited. “Two birds probably can’t feed their babies on their own, so they need these helpers to help them survive,” he said, adding that each breeding pair produces few younger ones. “What happens is that the non-relatives come into the group. They breed pretty quickly, usually in the first year, maybe the second year, and then they take some time off and some of the other birds breed — and we never understood why,” said Rubenstein. “But they’re forming these relationships in the sense that I might help you this year, and then you’ll help me in the future.” The results agree with previous work from Rubenstein and co-workers that found starlings living in larger groups have a greater chance of survival and of producing babies, with the new work suggesting the give-and-take approach helps to enlarge these groups. Writing in the journal Nature, Rubenstein reported that his team studied starlings at 410 nests (鸟巢) in Kenya, recording data over a 20-year period from 2002 that covered more than 40 breeding seasons. The team also collected DNA from 1,175 birds to explore their relationships with each other. The results show that rather than helping birds at random, starlings preferentially helped breeding birds that were related to them, particularly if they were born in the same nest. However, they also helped unrelated breeding birds, even when there were opportunities to help relatives. 32. What do the underlined words “refrain from” in paragraph 1 probably mean? A. Practice. B. Recover. C. Avoid. D. Strengthen. 33. Why do starlings work together to breed? A. They require help due to terrible living conditions. B. They want to increase the adaptability of their babies. C. They enjoy the company of other birds during breeding. D. They aim to make the most of limited living space. 34. How did the researchers make the findings? A. By referring to previous studies. B. By tracking different species continuously. C. By making assumptions and proving them. D. By recording data personally and studying them. 35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A. The Competition Between Starlings and Other Species B. A Comparison of Starling and Human Friendships C. DNA Information Shows Starling Family Relationship D. Starlings Increase Survival Chance by Supporting Each Other 【答案】32. C 33. A 34. D 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了研究发现椋鸟通过“今年我帮你，未来你助我”的互惠合作繁殖机制，在干旱恶劣环境中显著提高生存率和繁殖成功率，这种合作既发生在亲属间也存在于非亲属个体中。 【32题详解】 词句猜测题。根据画线部分的上文“About 10% of bird species breed (繁殖) “cooperatively” (约10%的鸟类会“合作繁殖”)”和下文“to help others care for their babies (来帮助其他鸟照顾幼雏)”可知，合作繁殖意味着为了帮助照顾其他鸟的幼雏而避免自己繁殖，画线部分意为“避免，克制”，与Avoid意思一致。故选C项。 【33题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Prof Dustin Rubenstein, a co-author of the study from the University of Colombia, said such behavior is probably necessary for starlings as they live in an environment where drought is common and food is limited. (该研究的合著者、哥伦比亚大学的Dustin Rubenstein教授表示，这种行为对椋鸟可能是必要的，因为它们生活在干旱常见且食物有限的环境中)”和第三段中“Two birds probably can’t feed their babies on their own, so they need these helpers to help them survive (两只成年鸟可能无法独自哺育幼雏，因此需要其他协助者来帮助它们生存)”可知，椋鸟合作繁殖后代是因为它们的生存条件非常恶劣，需要帮助。故选A项。 【34题详解】 细节理解题。根据第五段“Writing in the journal Nature, Rubenstein reported that his team studied starlings at 410 nests (鸟巢) in Kenya, recording data over a 20-year period from 2002 that covered more than 40 breeding seasons. The team also collected DNA from 1,175 birds to explore their relationships with each other. (Rubenstein在《自然》期刊发表的论文中报告称，其研究团队对肯尼亚410个燕巢的椋鸟进行了观察研究。该团队自2002年起历时20年收集数据，涵盖了超过40个繁殖季的记录。研究人员还采集了1175只椋鸟的DNA样本，用以分析个体间的亲缘关系)”可知，研究人员通过亲自记录数据并研究数据得出了这一发现。故选D项。 【35题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第四段“The results agree with previous work from Rubenstein and co-workers that found starlings living in larger groups have a greater chance of survival and of producing babies, with the new work suggesting the give-and-take approach helps to enlarge these groups. (这一研究结果与Rubenstein团队此前的研究相吻合：群居规模更大的椋鸟不仅生存概率更高，繁殖成功率也更为显著。最新研究进一步揭示，这种“互帮互助”的行为模式正是促进群体规模扩大的关键机制)”可知，文章围绕一项针对椋鸟繁殖机制的研究展开，该研究发现它们通过互惠合作繁殖机制，在干旱恶劣环境中显著提高生存率和繁殖成功率，且这种合作既发生在亲属间也存在于非亲属个体中。因此，D项“椋鸟通过互相支持来增加生存率”概括了研究发现，最适合作为文章标题。故选D项。 第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 As you read this passage, countless species are on the edge of extinction. We live in an era where global biodiversity (生物多样性) faces threats caused mainly by human actions. ____36____. Here, we explore some practical approaches that you can apply to protect endangered wildlife. Buy products from sustainable sources ____37____. Avoid buying products made from animal skins, bones, ivory, or other endangered animal products. Though it can seem like a personal choice that only affects you, you directly help with wildlife protection by actively buying from sustainable sources. Avoid plastic use and recycle properly Dealing with waste and recyclables properly plays a huge part in protecting the environment and animals. Recycling breaks the cycle of plastic pollution, ensuring that plastics don’t end up endangering wildlife. Besides, try to use alternatives (替代品) to plastic products, especially single use plastics. ____38____. Support protection organizations Supporting protection organizations is a great way to protect endangered species. Donations provide funding for research, habitat protection, wildlife rescue, and species recovery programs. If you’re not in a position to provide money, there are other ways you can help. ____39____. You can also look for volunteering opportunities at protection organizations. ____40____ The next time you take a trip, avoid booking a package holiday and instead think a bit more deeply about ways you can travel sustainably to help reduce the negative impact of tourism on ecosystems. Make sure you choose tour agencies that prioritize protection and animal well-being. A. Travel in a wildlife-friendly way B. Reduce negative impact on animals C. But there are many things we can do to help D. You can share posts from animal protection organizations E. For example, use reusable water bottles instead of plastic ones F. You can use your voice to bring attention to wildlife protection G. Choosing cruelty-free products contributes to wildlife protection 【答案】36. C 37. G 38. E 39. D 40. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了生物多样性受威胁的现状，并给出了个人可采取的保护濒危野生动物的实用方法。 【36题详解】 上文“We live in an era where global biodiversity (生物多样性) faces threats caused mainly by human actions.(我们生活在一个全球生物多样性面临主要由人类活动造成的威胁的时代)”说明生物多样性面临危机。空处后一句“Here, we explore some practical approaches that you can apply to protect endangered wildlife.(在这里，我们探讨一些你可以应用于保护濒危野生动物的实用方法)”表明接下来会介绍保护方法，空处应起到承上启下的作用，说明人们可以采取行动。C 项“But there are many things we can do to help(但我们可以做很多事情来提供帮助)”符合语境，既承接前文的危机现状，又引出后文的保护方法。故选C。 【37题详解】 上文“Buy products from sustainable sources(从可持续来源购买产品)”提出了购买可持续产品的建议。空处应进一步说明这一建议与保护野生动物的关系。G项“Choosing cruelty-free products contributes to wildlife protection(选择无残忍的产品有助于野生动物保护)”中“cruelty-free products”与“sustainable sources”呼应，解释了购买可持续产品对保护野生动物的作用，与前文为顺接关系。故选G。 【38题详解】 上文“Besides, try to use alternatives (替代品) to plastic products, especially single use plastics.(此外，尝试使用塑料产品的替代品，特别是一次性塑料)”建议使用塑料替代品。空处应举例说明具体的替代品。E项“For example, use reusable water bottles instead of plastic ones(例如，使用可重复使用的水瓶而不是塑料瓶)”是对“use alternatives to plastic products”的具体举例，与前文为顺接关系，符合语境。故选E。 【39题详解】 上文“If you’re not in a position to provide money, there are other ways you can help.(如果你没有能力提供资金，还有其他方法可以帮助)”说明除了捐款，还有其他帮助方式。空处应具体说明其他方式。D项“You can share posts from animal protection organizations(你可以分享动物保护组织的帖子)”是对“other ways”的具体举例，与前文为顺接关系，符合语境。故选D。 【40题详解】 下文“The next time you take a trip, avoid booking a package holiday and instead think a bit more deeply about ways you can travel sustainably to help reduce the negative impact of tourism on ecosystems.(下次你旅行时，避免预订包办旅行，而是更深入地思考如何可持续地旅行，以帮助减少旅游业对生态系统的负面影响)”主要围绕可持续旅行、减少旅游对生态的负面影响展开，强调旅行方式与保护野生动物的关系。A项“Travel in a wildlife-friendly way(以对野生动物友好的方式旅行)”作为本段主题句，概括了段落核心内容，符合语境。故选A。 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 James’s first refusal to get a dog isn’t due to hate for these animals. James and his wife Leah lead a(n) ___41___ lifestyle and enjoy traveling, so he thought adopting (收养) a dog would ___42___ their life in a way he didn’t want. It is an important thing to ___43___ before welcoming a new family member, for dogs require a lot of attention and ___44___. However, love has a way of ___45___ us. When James saw Poundcake, a cute 8-month-old puppy (小狗), he knew it was his ___46___. There was only one ___47___ — the puppy was deaf. But this didn’t prevent him from getting it. He ___48___ Poundcake’s adoption without even telling Leah. Soon, Poundcake was coming to live with James and Leah. ___49___, a lot of differently-abled dogs are ignored and their chances to find a _____50_____ home are very slim. This deeply touched James and he _____51_____ to provide the best possible life. Poundcake didn’t know what he was in for, but he was ready to pay them back with kisses and unconditional love. Where there’s a place for one, there’s a place for another — or at least that’s what _____52_____ dog people say. The couple _____53_____ that there was room in their hearts for one more dog. After some time, Poundcake gained a sister — a lovely lady named Milkshake. Now Poundcake and Milkshake _____54_____ their owners on every adventure, from walks to swims and even paddleboarding (桨板运动)! James’ life is becoming even more active with these four-legged friends, with whom he has a lifelong _____55_____. 41. A. peaceful B. active C. expensive D. traditional 42. A. change B. enrich C. balance D. improve 43. A. try B. argue C. consider D. investigate 44. A. risk B. cost C. luck D. care 45. A. surprising B. warning C. helping D. praising 46. A. dream B. heart C. moment D. type 47. A. reason B. problem C. fact D. option 48. A. applied for B. believed in C. put forward D. got through 49. A. Obviously B. Alarmingly C. Unfortunately D. Strangely 50. A. tidy B. safe C. charming D. loving 51. A. agreed B. learned C. promised D. continued 52. A. crazy B. brave C. creative D. happy 53. A. imagined B. decided C. guessed D. proved 54. A. guide B. approach C. observe D. follow 55. A. skill B. goal C. connection D. hobby 【答案】41. B 42. A 43. C 44. D 45. A 46. B 47. B 48. A 49. C 50. D 51. C 52. A 53. B 54. D 55. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述James和妻子原本生活活跃爱旅行，后收养耳聋小狗Poundcake，又收养另一只狗，狗狗们陪伴他们冒险的故事。 【41题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：James和妻子Leah过着活跃的生活，喜欢旅行，所以他认为收养狗会以一种他不想要的方式改变他们的生活。A. peaceful和平的；B. active活跃的；C. expensive昂贵的；D. traditional传统的。根据下文的“enjoy traveling”可知，他们的生活方式是活跃的。故选B项。 【42题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：James和妻子Leah过着活跃的生活，喜欢旅行，所以他认为收养狗会以一种他不想要的方式改变他们的生活。A. change改变；B. enrich使丰富；C. balance使平衡；D. improve改善。根据下文的“in a way he didn’t want.”及他们爱旅行的生活方式可知，James认为收养狗会改变他们的生活。故选A项。 【43题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在迎接新家庭成员之前，这是一件需要考虑的重要事情，因为狗需要很多关注和照顾。A. try尝试；B. argue争论；C. consider考虑；D. investigate调查。根据下文的“before welcoming a new family member, for dogs require a lot of attention and ___4___ .”可知，狗需要很多的关注，由此可知，收养前需要考虑清楚。故选C项。 【44题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在迎接新家庭成员之前，这是一件需要考虑的重要事情，因为狗需要很多关注和照顾。A. risk风险；B. cost花费；C. luck运气；D. care照顾。根据下文的“attention”可知，此处与attention并列，由此可知，此处指的是狗需要关注和照顾。故选D项。 【45题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，爱总有办法让我们惊喜。A. surprising使惊喜；B. warning警告；C. helping帮助；D. praising表扬。根据语境以及下文的“Poundcake didn’t know what he was in for, but he was ready to pay them back with kisses and unconditional love.”可知，James一开始不想养狗到后来收养，而且这只狗给了他们无条件的爱，由此可知，爱让他惊喜。故选A项。 【46题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当James看到Poundcake，一只可爱的8个月大的小狗时，他知道这是他的心头所爱。A. dream梦想；B. heart心头所爱；C. moment时刻；D. type类型。根据上文的“When James saw Poundcake, a cute 8-month-old puppy (小狗)”可知，James看到的是一个可爱的小狗，由此可推断，此处指的是James对这只小狗一见倾心。故选B项。 【47题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：只有一个问题——这只小狗是聋的。A. reason原因；B. problem问题；C. fact事实；D. option选择。根据下文的“the puppy was deaf”可知，这是一个问题。故选B项。 【48题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：他甚至没有告诉Leah就申请收养了Poundcake。A. applied for申请；B. believed in相信；C. put forward提出；D. got through通过。根据常识和下文的“without even telling Leah.”可知，收养够需要申请，由此可知，此处指的是在没有告诉Leah的情况下，他申请收养小狗。故选A项。 【49题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：不幸的是，很多残疾的狗被忽视，它们找到一个充满爱的家的机会非常渺茫。A. Obviously明显地；B. Alarmingly惊人地；C. Unfortunately不幸地；D. Strangely奇怪地。根据上文的“Soon, Poundcake was coming to live with James and Leah.”可知，Poundcake跟James和Leah 生活在一起，结合下文的“a lot of differently-abled dogs are ignored”可知，很多残疾的狗被忽视应是不幸的事。故选C项。 【50题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：不幸的是，很多残疾的狗被忽视，它们找到一个充满爱的家的机会非常渺茫。A. tidy整洁的；B. safe安全的；C. charming迷人的；D. loving充满爱的。根据上文的“a lot of differently-abled dogs are ignored”以及下的“are very slim”可知，此处与“ignored”形成对比，指找到充满爱的家的机会渺茫。故选D项。 【51题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：这深深触动了James，他承诺要给它提供尽可能最好的生活。A. agreed同意；B. learned学习；C. promised承诺；D. continued继续。根据语境和上文的“This deeply touched James”以及下文的“provide the best possible life”可知，很多残疾的小狗被忽视，这深深触动了James，所以，他应该是承诺给它提供尽可能最好的生活。故选C项。 【52题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：哪里有一只狗的位置，哪里就有另一只的位置——至少爱狗的人是这么说的。A. crazy热衷的；B. brave勇敢的；C. creative有创造力的；D. happy快乐的。根据上文的“Where there’s a place for one, there’s a place for another”可知，哪里有一只狗的位置，哪里就有另一只的位置，这应该是爱狗的人的感悟，“crazy dog people”指爱狗成痴的人。故选A项。 【53题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：这对夫妇决定他们的心里还能容纳多一只狗。A. imagined想象；B. decided决定；C. guessed猜测；D. proved证明。根据下文的“After some time, Poundcake gained a sister — a lovely lady named Milkshake.”可知，Poundcake又有了一个妹妹，一只叫做Milkshake的小狗，由此可推断，此处指的是他们决定再收养一只狗。故选B项。 【54题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：现在Poundcake和Milkshake在每一次冒险中都跟着它们的主人，从散步到游泳，甚至是桨板运动！A. guide指导；B. approach接近；C. observe观察；D. follow跟随。根据下文的“James’ life is becoming even more active with these four-legged friends”可知，有了这些四条腿的朋友，James的生活变得更加活跃，由此可推断，此处指的是狗狗们跟随主人参与冒险。故选D项。 【55题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：有了这些四条腿的朋友，James的生活变得更加活跃，他与它们建立了终身的联系。A. skill技能；B. goal目标；C. connection联系；D. hobby爱好。根据上文的“Now Poundcake and Milkshake ___14___ their owners on every adventure, from walks to swims and even paddleboarding (桨板运动)!”可知，现在Poundcake和Milkshake在每一次冒险中都跟着它们的主人，由此可知，James与狗狗们建立了终身联系。故选C项。 第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Have you ever traveled to Zhenyuan County? It is ___56___ famous place in Guizhou Province. It is in the subtropical climate (亚热带气候) zone ___57___ an average annual temperature of 16.4℃. The historical and ___58___ (culture) county has a total land area of over 1,800 square kilometers and a population of about 190,000, according to the 7th National Population Census. Zhenyuan County is one of the experimental counties ___59___ (permit) by the country for the reform and opening up of southeast Guizhou Province. Zhenyuan Ancient Town is a place ___60___ one can’t describe its beauty with words. The town, which is located in Zhenyuan County, has experienced over two thousand ___61___ (year) of history. Zhenyuan Ancient Town ___62___ (offer) a quiet retreat for the soul.Crystal Wuyang River runs across the town like a ribbon and creates a mood of harmony, and when the sun rises ___63___ (slow) in the morning and the clouds have to remove their grip from the mountains, Dragon Cave looks just like a beautiful palace. In this ultimate getaway town, even just ___64___ (stand) quietly by the river will allow one to enjoy the indescribable beauty and tenderness of this serene countryside. Zhenyuan Ancient Town ___65___ (list) as a national AAAAA-level scenic area in 2020. 【答案】56. a 57. with 58. cultural 59. permitted 60. where 61. years 62. offers 63. slowly 64. standing 65. was listed 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了贵州省镇远县及其古镇的地理位置、气候、历史文化和自然风光。 【56题详解】 考查冠词。句意：它是贵州省一个著名的地方。place为可数名词单数，此处表示泛指，且famous发音以辅音音素开头，所以空处需用不定冠词a。故填a。 【57题详解】 考查介词。句意：它位于亚热带气候区，年平均气温为16.4℃。根据空后“an average annual temperature of 16.4℃”可知，此处需用介词with，表示“具有，伴随”。故填with。 【58题详解】 考查形容词。句意：根据第七次全国人口普查，这个具有历史和文化意义的县总面积超过1800平方公里，人口约19万。根据空后名词county可知，空处需用形容词与historical并列作定语修饰名词，culture的形容词为cultural“文化的”。故填cultural。 【59题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：镇远县是国家批准的贵州省东南部改革开放试验县之一。本句已有谓语动词is，且空处没有连词，所以空处需用非谓语动词作后置定语修饰名词counties，动词permit与名词counties之间是被动关系，所以空处需用过去分词permitted作后置定语。故填permitted。 【60题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：镇远古镇是一个无法用语言形容其美丽的地方。空处引导定语从句，修饰先行词place，且在定语从句中作地点状语，所以空处需用关系副词where引导定语从句。故填where。 【61题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：这座位于镇远县的古镇，已有两千多年的历史。year“年”，可数名词，由空前two thousand可知，空处名词需用复数。故填years。 【62题详解】 考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：镇远古镇为心灵提供了一个宁静的休憩之所。此处描述客观事实，需用一般现在时态，主语是单数Zhenyuan Ancient Town，所以空处谓语动词需用第三人称单数形式。故填offers。 【63题详解】 考查副词。句意：晶莹的舞阳河像一条丝带穿过小镇，营造出一种和谐的氛围，当早晨太阳慢慢升起，云层不得不从山上移开时，龙洞就像一座美丽的宫殿。空处需用副词作状语修饰动词rises，slow的副词为slowly“慢慢地”。故填slowly。 【64题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：在这个终极度假小镇，即使只是静静地站在河边，也能让人享受到这宁静乡村难以言喻的美丽和温柔。空处需用动名词短语作主语，standing的动名词为standing。故填standing。 【65题详解】 考查动词时态和语态。句意：2020年，镇远古镇被列为国家AAAAA级旅游景区。根据时间状语in 2020可知，空处谓语动词需用一般过去时态，Zhenyuan Ancient Town与list之间是被动关系，所以空处谓语动词需用一般过去时态的被动语态：was/were done，主语是单数Zhenyuan Ancient Town，所以空处be动词需用was。故填was listed。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 （满分15分） 66. 假定你是李华，你校英语报就是否应该使用AI帮助完成作业开辟专栏，请你写一篇文章投稿谈谈自己的看法。主要内容包括： 1. 你的观点； 2. 你的理由； 3. 你的建议。 注意：写作词数应为80个左右。 Should AI Be Used to Help Complete Homework? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 Should AI Be Used to Help Complete Homework? With the rapid development of technology, AI has found its way into students’ study. I think AI can be helpful, but we should not rely on it too much. On one hand, AI can provide useful information and save time. On the other hand, using it too often may weaken our problem-solving abilities and creativity. Homework is designed to help us think and learn. I suggest using AI as a tool for checking answers or getting ideas, but we should still complete our tasks independently. This way, we can truly improve. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。学校英语报就是否应该使用AI帮助完成作业开辟专栏，要求考生写一篇文章投稿，谈谈自己的看法。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 快速的：rapid → fast 依赖：rely on → depend on 完成：complete → finish 建议：suggest → recommend 2. 句式拓展 扩写句子 原句：On one hand, AI can provide useful information and save time. 拓展句：On one hand, AI can provide useful information and save time, which is helpful to us. 【点睛】【高分句型1】I think AI can be helpful, but we should not rely on it too much. (运用了省略连接词that的宾语从句、并列连词but连接的并列句) 【高分句型2】On the other hand, using it too often may weaken our problem-solving abilities and creativity. (运用了动名词短语作主语) 第二节 （满分25分） 67. 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。 When I was very young, my mother thought it was necessary for me to learn to play a musical instrument, as most parents do nowadays. She asked me what kind of instrument I was interested in. I didn’t have any idea, but I thought playing the drums was cool and interesting. So she took me to enroll in a drum course in the Children’s Palace, where I spent nearly every Sunday morning for two years, practicing playing the drum. As time went on, I went to middle school. I joined a band as a drummer in my middle school. I thought it would be fun playing the drum in a team and meeting new friends. At first it was easy because of my constant practice during the primary school, but a month later, it got more and more difficult. I was the only one who couldn’t keep pace with the other players. The band consists of students playing the violin, the piano, the guitar and so on. We were in a team; the music was beautiful, but it seemed rather challenging. So I was in low spirits when playing in the band, and the joy of playing music began to fade. Our teacher, Ms Miller, noticed my struggle and singled me out to keep practicing while everyone else got to relax. With each missed beat, I felt ashamed as my teammates watched me fail so many times. Finally I got so tired of practicing that I no longer cared if it was done right. “Are you giving up, Steve?” Ms Miller asked gently. “Yes, I am,” I shouted. Ms Miller sent me inside the music room where I cried out. Then she came in and said, “Don’t be sad. I believe you can make it! ” She told me never to give up and left me alone to think about it. Alone in the music room, I recalled Ms Miller’s words and finally realized she was right. Quitting wasn’t just about giving up on myself; it was about abandoning my team. I couldn’t let my teammates down. 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。 Then I decided to go on practicing. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Later, we performed in an important show. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 Then I decided to go on practicing. I took Ms Miller’s words to heart and spent extra hours in the music room after school, focusing on each beat and rhythm until I got them right. It was tough, but as I gradually improved, my confidence grew. My teammates began to notice my progress and supported me with encouraging words. The joy of playing music started to return, and I began to feel like an essential part of the band again. Later, we performed in an important show. Standing on the stage, I felt a mix of excitement and nerves, but I was ready. As we began our piece, I concentrated on each beat, ensuring my drumming matched the harmony of the team. The performance went smoothly, and the audience applauded loudly as we finished. Ms Miller smiled at me from the side of the stage, and I felt a deep sense of accomplishment. That moment taught me the value of perseverance and teamwork, lessons I would carry with me forever. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述的是小时候，母亲让作者学习乐器，作者选择了打鼓，并在儿童宫学了近两年。中学时，作者加入了一个乐队，开始觉得有趣，但一个月后感到困难，因为作者跟不上其他队员的节奏。在老师的鼓励下，作者意识到放弃不仅是对自己不负责，也会让队友失望。最终，作者决定不放弃，重新振作，继续努力练习，以不辜负老师和队友的期望。 【详解】1.段落续写 ①由第一段句首内容“然后我决定继续练习。”可知，第一段可以描写作者在练习中取得的进步和信心的增长。 ②由第二段句首内容“后来，我们在一个重要的节目中表演。”可知，第二段可以描写作者演奏时的心理活动和演奏的结果。 2.续写线索：决定继续练习——取得进步——信心的增长——重要的节目中表演——进行得很顺利——感悟 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①专注于：focus on/concentrate on ②改进：improve/upgrade ③增强：grow/boost 情绪类 ①艰难的：tough/difficult ②深深的成就感：a deep sense of accomplishment/a deep sense of achievement 【点睛】【高分句型1】I took Ms Miller’s words to heart and spent extra hours in the music room after school, focusing on each beat and rhythm until I got them right. (运用了现在分词短语focusing on作状语以及until引导的时间状语从句) 【高分句型2】Standing on the stage, I felt a mix of excitement and nerves, but I was ready. (运用了现在分词短语作状语) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $听力考试正式开始。听下面对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的ABC3个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题，每段对话读两遍。I tried an AI power story yesterday. You scan the phone at the gate you need and just walk out so cus. The convenience is great. and the receipt appears in the APP within seconds. True, but i'm worried about my data. Every items tied to my account. I tried an AI power story yesterday. You scan the phone, eth gate, grab l you need and just walk out for cus. The convenience is great and the receipt appears in the APP . within seconds. true. what? I'm worried about my data, every items tied . to my account. I think a guide books the most useful thing, you can use IT to plan your trip for me. It's my mobile. I can use IT to send pictures to my friends. Why not just take a camera? I can send pictures from my mobile, but not from my camera. I think a guide book's the most useful thing, you can use IT to plan your trip for me. It's my mobile. I can use IT to send pictures to . my friends. Why not just take a camera? I can send pictures from my mobile, but not from my camera. Are there any children in the classroom? Yes, seven are reading at their desk and five are playing on the floor. Are there any children in the classroom? Yes, seven are reading at their desk and five are playing on the floor. I'm trying to live a Greener lifestyle. Any tips? Start by reducing the use of plastic products and recycling more about energy. Use L, D bulbs and try to save water. Great ideas. I'll include these in my daily life. I'm trying to live a Greener lifestyle. Any tips? Start by reducing the use of plastic products and recycling more about energy, use LD bulls and try to save water. Great ideas all include these in my daily life. I'm trying to live a Greener lifestyle. Any tips? Start by reducing the use of plastic products and recycling more about energy. Use L, D bulbs and try to save water. Great ideas. I'll include these in my daily life. I'm trying to live a Greener lifestyle. Any tips? Start by reducing the use of plastic products and recycling more about energy. Use L, D bulbs and try to save water. Great ideas. I'll include these in my daily life. How many countries have you been . to america, australia and briton? I'll go back home in friends tomorrow. How many countries have you been . to america, australia and briton? I'll go back home in friends tomorrow. 听下面对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的ABC3个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟。听完后各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍，请听下面。一段录音。现在你有时间阅读以下小题。Now, artificial intelligence AI is used in all aspects. The national center for missing and exploit children has used AI to help many missing children return home. That's a good thing. However, you can ignore that AI can also be harmful to humans. For instance, AI is bound to have access to many users. Private data and IT sometimes cannot protect privacy well. but it's really convenient and a lot of processes can be automated when you're at the bank. Yeah, let's order first and talk over dinner OK OK. Now, artificial intelligence, AI is used in all aspects. The national center for missing and exploded children has used AI to help many missing children return home. That's a good thing. However, you can ign that AI can also be harmful to humans. For instance, AI is bound to have access to many users private data and IT sometimes cannot protect . privacy well, but it's really convenient and a lot of processes can be automated when you're at the bank. Yeah, let's order first and talk . over dinner. Okay, okay. 请听下面一段录音，现在你有时间阅读以下小题。Have you traveled much . in britain? No, not much. But I travel quite a lot in london every day. What do you think of the . london traffic? I think the london underground is okay because it's fast and comfortable, but I also like your london buses, especially for short journeys. But don't you think the buses are rather slow? Yes, I do, particularly at rush hour. What about london taxis? Tax often get caught in traffic jam. And besides, they're too expensive. Well, what do you think is the best way to travel in london? The london underground, I think. Have you traveled much in britain? No, not much. But I traveled quite a lot in london every day. What do you think of the london traffic? I think the london underground is okay because it's fast and comfortable, but I also like your london buses, especially for short journeys. But don't you think the buses are rather slow? Yes, I do, particularly at rush hour. What about london? Taxi taxes often get caught in traffic jam. And besides, they're too expensive. Well, what do you think is the best way to travel in london? The london underground, I think. 请听下面一段录音，现在你有时间阅读以下小题。Anna, do you love your time studying here? Yes, I was not so happy before I walked into the school. I knew nobody here, and I really didn't know what to expect. But the minute I came to the classroom, I started to feel at home I was surprised how much everyone wanted to make friends and how welcoming . everyone was. I'm so glad to hear that. So do you know how to get around the city now? Yes, IT was really a chAllenge to get around in the beginning, but now it's easy. How do you find your homestay family? They're really nice, but I do have a problem. What is IT? I often failed to make myself understood when I talk to others in chinese. Hanna, do you love your time studying here? Yes, I was not so happy before I walked into the school. I knew nobody here, and I really didn't know what to expect. But the minute I came to the classroom, I started to feel at home. I was surprised how much everyone wanted to make friends and how welcoming . everyone was. I'm so glad to hear that. So do you know how to get around the city now? Yes, IT was really a chAllenge to get around in the beginning, but now it's easy. How do you find your homestay family? They're really nice. But I do have a problem. What is IT? I often . failed ed to make myself understood when I talk to others in chinese. 请听下面一段录音，现在你有时间阅读以下小题。Thank you for inviting me to view this special exhibition. IT was my pleasure to come to this gallery. That's alright. The artworks were painted by a local artist. He spent decades painting the beauty of this unique town, along with scenes from his life. May I ask a question? I heard that the artist died in one thousand twenty two without ever selling a single painting. Is that true? Yes, indeed. The artist preferred to be alone. He lived by himself, working in secret and painted almost all his life. His friends and family only discovered his talent after he died at the age of ninety two. When they cleared his house, they found more than three hundred paintings, and no one had ever seen these paintings. How surprised and delighted he would be to know that his artworks are now being shown like this. Yes, one thing I particularly love is that these paintings tell me what his life was like from when he was Young until his death. Thank you for inviting me to view this special exhibition. IT was my pleasure to come to this gallery. That's alright. The artworks were painted by a local artist. He spent decades painting the beauty of this unique town, along with scenes from his life. May I ask a question? I heard that the artist died in one thousand and twenty two without ever selling a single painting. Is that true? Yes, indeed. The artist preferred to be alone. He lived by himself, working in secret and painted almost all his life. His friends and family only discovered his talent after he died at the age of ninety two. When they cleared his house, they found more than three hundred paintings, and no one had ever seen these paintings. How surprised . and delighted he would be to know that his artworks are now being shown like this. Yes, one thing I particularly love is that these paintings tell me what his life was like from when he was Young until his death. 请听下面一段录音，现在你有时间阅读以下小题。Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome pop star ruby red to the show. Hi grand. Thanks for having me . in my pleasure. I've had your album on repeat since I came out. That's very nice of you to say so. You are one of the first radio stations to play my first song. I know I first saw you performing live at the artist stage at Green park. Your sound blew me away. I almost couldn't make IT to that performance because I was ill . the week before. Well, cover quickly enough to attend me too. IT was a big turning point in my career. You are going on. tool. Is IT a world tool? Not really. We're starting here in the U. K. And then doing a few cities in europe. Well, I can't wait to see you before alive again. Thank you so much for your support. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome pop star ruby red to the show. Hi grand. Thanks for having me . in my pleasure. I've had your album on repeat since I came out. That's very nice of you to say so. You are one of the first radio stations to play my first song. I know I first saw you performing live at the artist stage at Green park. Your sound blew me away. I almost. Could I make IT to that performance because I was ill . the week before. Cover quickly enough to attend me too. IT was a big turning point in my career. and now you are going on to is IT to not really. We're starting here in the U. K. And then doing a few cities in europe. Well, I can't wait to see you before alive again. Thank you so much for your support. 听力部分到此结束。