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华中师大一附中2024-2025学年度下学期集中独立作业 高二年级英语试题 时间: 120分钟 满分: 150分 第一部分: 听力 (共两节, 满分30分) 做题时, 先将答案划在试卷上。录音内容结束后, 你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 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, 并标在试卷的相应位置。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。每段对话仅读一遍。 例: How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.15. C. £9.18. 1. How does the woman sound? A. Excited. B. Confused. C. Disappointed. 2. What does the woman ask the man to do? A. Have lunch with her. B. Solve the connection problem. C. Seek help from the technology department. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. The position requirement. B. The most likely candidate. C. An employee’s appearance. 4. Where are the speakers probably? A. In a hotel. B. At the airport. C. At a bus stop. 5. What will the woman do next? A. Write a report. B. Launch a new project. C. Send an email. 第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题。从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。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。 听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。 6. What major does Tim finally settle on? A. Geography. B. History. C. Biology. 7. What does Tim think of Lily’s assignment? A. It’s time-consuming. B. It’s interesting. C. It’s professional. 听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。 8. Why does the man make the call? A. To place an order. B. To inquire about his delayed delivery. C. To complain about the broken package. 9. How long can the man wait? A. Two hours. B. Thirty minutes. C. Forty minutes. 10. What service will the woman offer? A. Priority delivery. B. Full refund. C. Free shipping. 听第8段材料, 回答第11至13题。 11. What position is the woman interested in? A. Student receptionist. B. Phone operator. C. Teaching assistant. 12. What does the job offer? A. Flexible workload. B. Proper pay. C. Extra credit hours. 13. What makes an applicant qualified for the job? A. Academic background. B. Communication skills. C. Work experience. 听第9段材料, 回答第14至16题。 14. What is special about this year’s book festival? A. A longer period. B. Writers’ attendance. C. An event for deaf children. 15. What does someone think of Alive and Kicking? A. It’s so much fun. B. It’s challenging to read. C. It’s helpful for language learning. 16. What does Jenny suggest parents do to expand kids’ vocabulary? A. Share ideas with kids. B. Read advanced books. C. Introduce new writers. 听第10段材料、回答第17至20题. 17. What was the progress of the project last Monday? A. A free lesson was offered. B. A short notice was posted. C. A senior center was opened. 18. What problem does the project face? A. Outdated equipment. B. Poor management. C. Fund shortage. 19. What are the volunteers required to do according to the speaker? A. Contact local companies. B. Donate money and equipment. C. Engage more seniors in the center. 20. Why does the speaker make the speech? A. To celebrate. B. To inform. C. To advocate. 第二部分: 阅读理解 (共两节, 满分50分) 第一节 (共15小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的四个选项 (A、B、C和D) 中, 选出最佳选项, 并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A Volunteer Positions up for Grabs Find your passion. Make an impact. Volunteer gov. is a volunteer recruitment (招募) and management website. The following programs will empower you to make a difference to public causes you care about. Beach Cleanup — Channel Islands National Park On-Site Position; 1/20/2025 This position is seeking passionate individuals to follow a series of instructions to identify, count, and collect trash from shorelines. It is far from physically demanding as volunteers will work in groups. Pre-registration is not required; walk-ins are welcome. Besides, volunteers should have the ability to communicate effectively with diverse personnel. Point of Contact: Emily Zivot (chis_volunteer@nps.gov) Cottonwood Campground Host-Joshua Tree National Park On-Site Position; 2/9/2025~6/1/2025 Joshua Tree National Park is recruiting campground hosts for Cottonwood Campground during peak camping season-early February to late May 2025. Start and end dates are flexible, but hosts must commit to at least 6 weeks’ of service. Hosts will answer visitor questions, assist with the campground reservation system, and provide excellent customer service. Point of Contact: Sasha Travaglio (sasha_travaglio@nps.gov) Anacostia Park Community Clean Up — National Capital Parks-East On-Site Position; 2/7/2025~2/8/2025 Let the end of the week also be the end of litter. This is an excellent chance to help the environment. Everyone will gather at the community center at 9 am, where gloves, bags, and garbage grabbers will be provided. Please dress for the weather since this event will require walking distances of up to 3 miles on uneven ground and consistent bending and kneeling. Point of Contact: Becky George (rebecca_george@nps.gov) French-English Translator — Cane River Creole National Historical Park Virtual Position; 6/5/2024~2/4/2025 This position functions virtually and involves translating park text into French. Volunteers will virtually support park staff in their mission to provide text information for the many French visitors. Major duties include translating, carefully editing, and proofreading translated text. Ability to keep an organized record of work is necessary. Point of Contact: Da’ Nira McClary (danira_meclary@nps.gov) 1. What are Beach Cleanup volunteers required to do? A. Sign up in advance. B. Master a foreign language. C. Follow cleanup directions. D. Work individually or in groups. 2. Who should you contact if you are available in May 2025? A. Emily Zivot. B. Sasha Travaglio. C. Becky George. D. Da’ Nira McClary. 3. How is French-English Translator different from other programs? A. It is physically demanding. B. It requires organizational skills. C. It allows volunteers to work off-site. D. It focuses on interaction with visitors. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个可供选择的志愿者岗位。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。由文章Beach Cleanup — Channel Islands National Park部分中“This position is seeking passionate individuals to follow a series of instructions to identify, count, and collect trash from shorelines. (此岗位正在寻找充满热情的个人，他们需要遵循一系列说明，识别、统计并收集海岸线上的垃圾)”可知，海滩清理志愿者需要遵循清理说明。故选C。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。由文章Cottonwood Campground Host-Joshua Tree National Park部分中“Joshua Tree National Park is recruiting campground hosts for Cottonwood Campground during peak camping season-early February to late May 2025. (Joshua Tree National Park正在为2025年露营旺季（2月初至5月底）的棉木露营地招募接待员)”以及“Point of Contact: Sasha Travaglio (sasha_travaglio@nps.gov) (联系人：Sasha Travaglio (sasha_travaglio@nps.gov))”可知，如果你在2025年5月有空，可以联系Sasha Travaglio。故选B。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。由文章Beach Cleanup — Channel Islands National Park部分中“This position is seeking passionate individuals to follow a series of instructions to identify, count, and collect trash from shorelines. (此岗位正在寻找充满热情的个人，他们需要遵循一系列说明，识别、统计并收集海岸线上的垃圾)”、Cottonwood Campground Host-Joshua Tree National Park部分中“Joshua Tree National Park is recruiting campground hosts for Cottonwood Campground during peak camping season-early February to late May 2025. (Joshua Tree National Park正在为2025年露营旺季（2月初至5月底）的棉木露营地招募接待员)”、Anacostia Park Community Clean Up — National Capital Parks-East部分中“Everyone will gather at the community center at 9 am, where gloves, bags, and garbage grabbers will be provided. (所有人将于上午9点在社区中心集合，届时将提供手套、垃圾袋和垃圾夹)”、French-English Translator — Cane River Creole National Historical Park部分中“This position functions virtually and involves translating park text into French. Volunteers will virtually support park staff in their mission to provide text information for the many French visitors. (此岗位为线上工作，涉及将公园文本翻译成法语。志愿者将在线上支持公园工作人员，为众多法国游客提供文本信息)”可知，法英翻译职位与其他项目不同，它允许志愿者在非现场工作，即线上工作。故选C。 B Last month, I completed my Level 2 Chinese lessons. As the class wound up and we bid farewells to our teacher, there was little confusion in my mind on what to do next: to visit a sacred spot dedicated to a man who laid the groundwork for China’s modern educational system millennia ago. On a bright Sunday afternoon, I visited the Confucius Temple. Once inside, I quickly realized that this was actually my second visit. The first in late 2009 had been a rushed affair as I had unfortunately included it in a trip to the Yonghegong Lama Temple, which took much longer to explore. Since I did not remember much in the way of details from back then, this second visit, thankfully, felt as good as new. What stood out vividly as soon as I entered the courtyard was a statue of the great man right before the doors. Visitors were busy taking photographs and a middle-aged man was urging a young boy, possibly his grandson, to pose and pray. It must seem awe-inspiring for the little one. As he grows up, the schoolboy will no doubt come to appreciate what a groundbreaking change this man brought on basic literacy by giving everyone an equal opportunity to attend school, an unheard-of thing in those days. There is much to thank Confucius for: his remarkable contribution to the country’s moral compass, his near-single-handed effort to teach future generations the value of honesty, hard work, and respect for fellow beings — in short, the Confucian ethos (道德观) — that are in essence what we find in abundance in Chinese society, even today. As I explored every corner of the temple with crowds of well-behaved citizens, the fruits of a seed sown long ago became quite apparent to me. This visit to the Confucius Temple was not merely a tour; it was a pilgrimage (朝圣), allowing me to pay respect to the profound wisdom that has continued to shape Chinese society for thousands of years. 4. Why did the author find the second visit as good as new? A. He was quite familiar with it. B. His memories of the first visit faded. C. He spent more time in exploring it. D. The temple had changed quite a lot. 5. What contribution did Confucius make to the Chinese educational system? A. He built the Confucius Temple. B. He invented a new method of teaching. C. He established the first university in China. D. He made education accessible to all people. 6. What can be learnt about Confucianism in contemporary China? A. Its values are still widely practiced. B. It is far more influential than before. C. It has lost its relevance in today’s society. D. It is followed and practiced by few scholars. 7. Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. Confucius’ Enduring Influence: A Modern Pilgrimage B. Confucius and Education: Revisiting a Timeless Legacy C. Language Lessons and Cultural Heritage: A Confucian Journey D. My Second Visit to the Temple: Memories of Confucius 【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述作者重访孔庙，感悟孔子思想对中国社会持久而深远的影响。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“The first in late 2009 had been a rushed affair as I had unfortunately included it in a trip to the Yonghegong Lama Temple, which took much longer to explore. Since I did not remember much in the way of details from back then, this second visit, thankfully, felt as good as new. (2009年末的首次参观颇为匆忙，当时我不慎将孔庙和雍和宫的行程安排在了一起——后者需要花费更长时间游览。由于对那时的诸多细节已然模糊，这次重访反倒给了我焕然一新的体验)”可知，作者第一次参观匆忙且记忆模糊，因此第二次参观感觉像全新体验。故选B。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“As he grows up, the schoolboy will no doubt come to appreciate what a groundbreaking change this man brought on basic literacy by giving everyone an equal opportunity to attend school, an unheard-of thing in those days. (随着这个学童渐渐长大，他终将明白这位先贤通过“有教无类”带来的变革是多么开天辟地——在当时的年代，让每个人都享有平等的入学机会，这简直是闻所未闻的创举)”可知，孔子提倡让每个人都享有平等的入学机会，使教育普及化，这在当时是革命性的贡献。故选D。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段“There is much to thank Confucius for: his remarkable contribution to the country’s moral compass, his near-single-handed effort to teach future generations the value of honesty, hard work, and respect for fellow beings — in short, the Confucian ethos (道德观) — that are in essence what we find in abundance in Chinese society, even today. (我们实在应当感念孔子的诸多贡献：他奠定了这个国家的道德基石，几乎以一己之力向后世传授诚信、勤勉、仁爱等价值观念——简言之，正是儒家道德观的精髓，至今仍在中国社会生生不息)”可知，儒家道德观至今仍在中国社会广泛存在。故选A。 【7题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，并根据最后一段“This visit to the Confucius Temple was not merely a tour; it was a pilgrimage (朝圣) , allowing me to pay respect to the profound wisdom that has continued to shape Chinese society for thousands of years. (此番孔庙之行绝非寻常游览，而是一场精神朝圣，让我得以向那延续千年、至今仍在塑造中国社会的深邃智慧致以崇高敬意)”可知，本文讲述作者重访孔庙，感悟孔子思想对中国社会持久而深远的影响。所以文章核心是“孔子对现代中国的影响”。选项A“Confucius’ Enduring Influence: A Modern Pilgrimage (孔子不朽的影响：一次当代朝圣之旅)”适合作标题。故选A。 C If you’re digitally skilled, it has likely been a while since you spent much time writing by hand. The laborious process of tracing out our thoughts, letter by letter, on the page is becoming a thing of the past in our screen-dominated world, where text messages and thumb-typed grocery lists have replaced handwritten letters and sticky notes. To keep up, many schools are introducing computers as early as preschool, meaning some kids may learn the basics of typing before writing by hand. Although electronic keyboards offer obvious efficiency benefits, giving up handwriting may come at a significant cost. Typing pays no attention to the form of the letters — only involving relatively simple and uniform movements. By contrast, handwriting is a complex task. Motor system has to delicately adjust the pressure that each finger applies on the pen to recreate each letter. Adding to the complexity, your visual system must continuously process that letter as it’s formed, with your brain making adjustments to fingers in real time to create the letters’ shapes. “This process lets you make your body and what you are seeing mesh.” says Robert Wiley, a cognitive psychologist at the University of North Carolina, adding “such complexity is crucial to mental development.” Screens and keyboards replacing pen and paper might affect kids’ ability to learn letters, which is actually an important predictor of later reading and math attainment. If young children are not receiving any handwriting training, their brains simply won’t reach their full potential. For adults, typing often results in failing to actually process information. During a lecture, it’s possible to type what they’re hearing word for word. But often, they’re just typing blindly, failing to make information their own. On the other hand, taking notes by hand forces them to write only key words and use drawings or arrows to work through ideas. Actually, we don’t have to drop digital tools, like graphics tablets and smart pens, to capitalize on the power of handwriting. Recent research suggests that writing on a screen activates the same brain pathways as writing on paper. It’s the movement that counts, not its final form. 8. What does the author intend to convey in paragraph 1? A. Abandoning handwriting is unwise. B. Digital literacy is essential nowadays. C. Handwritten communication is out of date. D. Computer courses are urgently needed in preschools. 9. What does the underlined word “mesh” in paragraph 2 mean? A. Set up. B. Run fast. C. Mess up. D. Work together. 10. What can be inferred from paragraph 3? A. Blind typing contributes to brain development. B. Kids have a preference for screens and keyboards. C. Handwritten markers are good for getting ideas linked. D. Adults have the ability to memorize complex information. 11. What is the author’s attitude towards using digital pens? A. Doubtful. B. Critical. C. Favorable. D. Unclear. 【答案】8. A 9. D 10. C 11. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了手写对大脑发育有益，解释了背后的原因以及作者对智能笔的态度。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“If you’re digitally skilled, it has likely been a while since you spent much time writing by hand. The laborious process of tracing out our thoughts, letter by letter, on the page is becoming a thing of the past in our screen-dominated world, where text messages and thumb-typed grocery lists have replaced handwritten letters and sticky notes. To keep up, many schools are introducing computers as early as preschool, meaning some kids may learn the basics of typing before writing by hand. Although electronic keyboards offer obvious efficiency benefits, giving up handwriting may come at a significant cost.(如果你精通数字技术，你可能已经有一段时间没有花太多时间手写了。在我们这个以屏幕为主导的世界里，把我们的想法一个字母一个字母地写在纸上的费力过程正在成为过去，短信和拇指输入的购物清单已经取代了手写信件和便利贴。为了跟上潮流，许多学校早在学龄前就开始引进电脑，这意味着一些孩子可能会在手写之前学习打字的基础知识。虽然电子键盘提供了明显的效率优势，但放弃手写可能要付出巨大的代价)”可知，作者在第1段想表达放弃手写是不明智的。故选A。 【9题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线词上文“Typing pays no attention to the form of the letters — only involving relatively simple and uniform movements. By contrast, handwriting is a complex task. Motor system has to delicately adjust the pressure that each finger applies on the pen to recreate each letter. Adding to the complexity, your visual system must continuously process that letter as it’s formed, with your brain making adjustments to fingers in real time to create the letters` shapes.(打字不注意字母的形式，只涉及相对简单和统一的动作。相比之下，书写是一项复杂的任务。运动系统必须精确地调整每个手指施加在笔上的压力，以重现每个字母。更复杂的是，当字母形成时，你的视觉系统必须不断地处理它，你的大脑实时调整手指来创造字母的形状)”可知，上文解释了书写的过程需要大脑调整手指进行，说明大脑和手是一起工作的。故划线词意思是“一起工作”。故选D。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“For adults, typing often results in failing to actually process information. During a lecture, it’s possible to type what they’ re hearing word for word. But often, they’re just typing blindly, failing to make information their own.On the other hand, taking notes by hand forces them to write only key words and use drawings or arrows to work through ideas.(对于成年人来说，打字往往导致他们无法真正处理信息。在课堂上，他们可以一字不差地把听到的内容打出来。但通常，他们只是盲目地打字，没有把信息变成自己的。另一方面，手写笔记迫使他们只写关键词，并使用图画或箭头来表达想法)”可知，手写笔记有助于把想法联系起来。故选C。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Actually, we don’t have to drop digital tools, like graphics tablets and smart pens, to capitalize on the power of handwriting. Recent research suggests that writing on a screen activates the same brain pathways as writing on paper. It’s the movement that counts, not its final form.(实际上，我们不必放弃数字工具，比如图形平板电脑和智能笔，来利用手写的力量。最近的研究表明，在屏幕上写字和在纸上写字激活的大脑通路是一样的。重要的是运动本身，而不是最终形式)”可知，作者对使用数字笔的态度是支持。故选C。 D Encouraging bilingualism, the ability to speak two languages equally well, at home can have many benefits on mental processes of understanding, which may be particularly helpful to kids with autism (自闭症), a new research indicates. The new research explored the role of bilingualism in 112 children, including children with typical development and children with autism, between the ages of 7 to 12 years old. Overall, they found that children who spoke two or more languages often had stronger executive (执行) functioning skills. This means they are able to control the sudden desire and to switch between different tasks more easily than children who only speak one language. Published in the journal Autism Research, the results are significant because executive functioning skills are a key challenge for children with autism, but are important for all kids to develop in school and later in the workplace. While executive function skills develop and improve across the whole life, individuals with autism often struggle with executive functioning, affecting their ability to manage daily tasks and adapt to new situations. An idea called joint activation from the field of neuroscience (神经科学) can help explain the results. Prior research suggests that the bilingual brain has two languages constantly active and competing. As a result, the daily experience of shifting between these languages is associated with enhanced executive control. “If you have to deal with two languages, you have to control one intentionally in order to use the other. That’s the idea, that restriction or the ability to stop you from doing something, might be strengthened by knowing two languages,” says Luciana Uddin, now a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles. “This will surely bring a sense of relief to many of our families living with loved ones with autism. But maybe it takes time to translate that to families,” says Lynn Perry, an associate professor at the University of Miami. Perry intends to conduct further research with preschool children to see if bilingualism also has an impact on kids’ interpersonal skills, which are crucial for children’s social and mental development. 12. What can be learned about executive functioning skills? A. They help develop children’s bilingualism. B. They are hard to obtain for kids with autism. C. They contribute to children’s sudden desire. D. They are formed between the ages of 7 to 12. 13. How does the idea “joint activation” work according to the text? A. By activating the prior memory. B. By switching to other learning tasks. C. By boosting restriction on one language. D. By preventing the language competition. 14. What might the follow-up study focus on? A. Parents’ rising awareness of bilingualism. B. Ways to cure preschool children with autism. C. Bilingualism’s effect on kids’ social interaction. D. Bilingualism’s further application in other fields. 15. What is the text mainly about? A. The benefits of being bilingual. B. The causes and effects of autism. C. The strategies to master two languages. D. The role bilingualism plays in tackling autism. 【答案】12. B 13. C 14. C 15. D 【解析】 【导语】文章介绍了一项研究发现双语能力能增强自闭症儿童的执行功能，其机制是双语大脑中两种语言的持续竞争迫使大脑加强抑制控制，从而改善认知能力。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“While executive function skills develop and improve across the whole life, individuals with autism often struggle with executive functioning, affecting their ability to manage daily tasks and adapt to new situations. (尽管执行功能技能在人的一生中不断发展和提升，但自闭症人士往往在执行功能方面存在困难，影响他们管理日常事务以及适应新情况的能力。)”可知，对于自闭症儿童来说，执行功能技能很难获得。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“An idea called joint activation from the field of neuroscience (神经科学) can help explain the results. (来自神经科学领域的一个名为联合激活的概念，有助于解释这些结果。)”和“If you have to deal with two languages, you have to control one intentionally in order to use the other. That’s the idea, that restriction or the ability to stop you from doing something, might be strengthened by knowing two languages (如果你需要同时使用两种语言，就必须有意识地控制其中一种语言，以便能够使用另一种。这就是说，掌握两种语言可能会增强这种限制或阻止你做某事的能力。)”可知，“联合激活”通过加强对一种语言的限制来起作用。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Perry intends to conduct further research with preschool children to see if bilingualism also has an impact on kids’ interpersonal skills, which are crucial for children’s social and mental development. (Perry计划进一步对学龄前儿童开展研究，以探讨双语能力是否也会影响孩子的社交技能，而这些技能对于儿童的社会和心理发展至关重要。)”可知，后续研究可能会关注双语能力对儿童社交互动的影响。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“Encouraging bilingualism, the ability to speak two languages equally well, at home can have many benefits on mental processes of understanding, which may be particularly helpful to kids with autism (自闭症), a new research indicates. (一项新研究表明，在家中鼓励双语能力——能够同等熟练使用两种语言的能力——对儿童的认知理解过程具有诸多益处，尤其对自闭症儿童可能尤为有益。)”可知，文章主要介绍了一项新研究，表明双语能力有助于改善自闭症儿童的执行功能技能，并通过“联合激活”机制解释了这一现象。因此，文章主要是关于双语能力在应对自闭症中的作用。 第二节 (共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分) 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。 That boarding the plane with a VIP status can help you avoid standing in a line has become evidence of how our society has commercialized the act of waiting. ____16____ This phenomenon is not limited to airlines; it’s also in museums, online purchases and amusement parks. So since when has the act of waiting got such a bad reputation? ____17____ We enjoy the anticipation like a child waiting for Christmas or summer vacation. Or a person waiting in line to see his favorite singer perform in concert relishes the night more because of the time invested in getting into the venue. As our world has sped up, this desirable balance between instant and delayed satisfaction is at ever greater odds with the current expectations of many people. ____18____ Personally speaking, when we look down upon the act of waiting, we risk losing an important part of our shared humanity. From the social perspective, being forced to wait is often seen as a sign of being less well off or “not in the game”. It encourages privileged impatience and disrespect for those who are caught waiting. ____19____ Of course, we should not have to wait patiently for everything. For example, there are times when injustice deserves immediate action. ____20____ However, in a larger context, we are supposed to understand the act of waiting not only as a necessary evil but also as an important function which allows us to participate fully with our fellow travelers in life. A. Urging individuals to be patient can sometimes serve as a deliberate obstacle to progress. B. The act of waiting can enhance our appreciation of something, sometimes. C. Patience is essential in maintaining a positive experience. D. The more you pay, the sooner you can get on the plane. E. Waiting is a waste of time without real purpose. F. This thinking is harmful, making us see those who wait as different or unimportant. G. This change has a negative impact on mental health both individually and collectively. 【答案】16. D 17. B 18. G 19. F 20. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了现代社会中等待的价值及其被商业化的现象，并反思了这种趋势对个人和社会的影响。 【16题详解】 由上文“That boarding the plane with a VIP status can help you avoid standing in a line has become evidence of how our society has commercialized the act of waiting. (以VIP身份登机可以帮助你避免排队，这证明了我们的社会是如何将等待行为商业化的。)”可知，这里描述的是优先权如何影响等待的情况，空处应该与上文形成逻辑延续，说明支付更多可以更快登机的现象。所以D选项“The more you pay, the sooner you can get on the plane. (你付的钱越多，就能越快登机)”能承接上文，符合语境。故选D。 【17题详解】 由下文“We enjoy the anticipation like a child waiting for Christmas or summer vacation. Or a person waiting in line to see his favorite singer perform in concert relishes the night more because of the time invested in getting into the venue. (我们享受这种期待，就像孩子等待圣诞节或暑假一样。或者一个人排队去看他最喜欢的歌手的演唱会表演，因为在进入场地上投入了时间，所以他更享受这个夜晚。)”可知，这里提到等待在过去是有正面价值的，空处应该引出下文，强调等待有时候能够增加对事物的欣赏。所以B选项“The act of waiting can enhance our appreciation of something, sometimes. (等待有时可以增强我们对某件事的欣赏。)”能引出下文，符合语境。故选B。 【18题详解】 由上文“As our world has sped up, this desirable balance between instant and delayed satisfaction is at ever greater odds with the current expectations of many people. (随着世界加速运转，即时满足与延迟满足之间这种令人愉悦的平衡与当前许多人期望之间的矛盾日益加剧。)”及下文“Personally speaking, when we look down upon the act of waiting, we risk losing an important part of our shared humanity. (就个人而言，当我们轻视等待的行为时，我们就有失去人性重要部分的风险。)”可知，这里提到的是即时满足与延迟满足之间的矛盾，以及轻视等待可能导致的后果，空处应承上启下，强调这种倾向对个人和社会的影响。所以G选项“This change has a negative impact on mental health both individually and collectively. (这种变化对个人和集体的心理健康产生了负面影响。)”能承上启下，符合语境。故选G。 【19题详解】 由上文“From the social perspective, being forced to wait is often seen as a sign of being less well off or “not in the game”. It encourages privileged impatience and disrespect for those who are caught waiting. (从社会角度来看，被迫等待常常被视为经济状况较差或“不在局内”的标志。它助长了特权阶层的不耐烦和对那些处于等待中的人的不尊重。)”可知，这里讨论的是等待的社会含义，以及不尊重等待的人所带来的问题，空处应该强调这种思维模式的危害。所以F选项“This thinking is harmful, making us see those who wait as different or unimportant. (这种想法是有害的，让我们把等待的人看作是不同或不重要的人。)”能承上启下，符合语境。故选F。 【20题详解】 由上文“Of course, we should not have to wait patiently for everything. For example, there are times when injustice deserves immediate action. (当然，我们不需要耐心等待一切。例如，有时不公正的行为需要立即采取行动。)”可知，这里提到等待并非总是消极的，有时它是必要且有价值的，空处应该承接上文，强调耐心的坏处。所以A选项“Urging individuals to be patient can sometimes serve as a deliberate obstacle to progress. (敦促个人保持耐心有时会成为进步的障碍。)”能承接上文，符合语境。故选A。 第三部分 语言知识运用 (共两节, 满分30分) 第一节完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分) 阅读下面短文, 从短文后各题所给四个选项 (A、B、C、D) 中选出最佳选项。 My Irish setter, Henry, had been trained to be a show dog. But I ___21___ his uniqueness right away — while other champion dogs enjoyed holding their heads high in the spotlight, Henry would stay with children off stage. He tilted (倾斜) his head, brown eyes ___22___ their minor facial expressions. Because of his ___23___ nature and welcoming presence, I decided to retrain him to be a therapy dog. His job was to ___24___ elementary school classes and listen to students read to him. He gave ___25___ attention to the readers and never corrected or laughed at them when they stuttered (结巴). After reading, students got to put a ___26___ on Henry’s nose, which he’d flip (翻动) up and catch in his mouth. One day, a special education student ___27___ us in class. Henry lay on the floor against the boy’s shaking knees as he worked with great ___28___ to read his picture book. Words ___29___ in his throat. Henry licked his hands, and the boy tried again: “Cat...in... the...” Then a cool ____30____ pushed the page with a picture of a hat. “HAT!” the boy shouted. Now they had a game: Henry smelt the book, and the boy read three words. As soon as they finished, the teacher whispered, “That was amazing!” Thinking she ____31____ Henry, I replied, “Yes, he’s quite a dog.” “No,” she said, “that is the first time this student has ever read ____32____ !” It was just one of the many times I saw the value of the tiny ____33____ that Henry could create. Over 200 school visits, Henry was rewarded more than 600 biscuits and ____34____ silent fears into brave voices. Children ____35____ picture books, and classrooms changed posters, but my red-furred listener remained constant. 21. A. changed B. rejected C. improved D. recognized 22. A. tracking B. terrifying C. causing D. avoiding 23. A. graceful B. insightful C. amusing D. dominant 24. A. visit B. design C. interrupt D. instruct 25. A. unwanted B. uncomfortable C. undivided D. unusual 26. A. page B. treat C. coin D. hand 27. A. witnessed B. led C. joined D. invited 28. A. effort B. respect C. risk D. speed 29. A. turned up B. got stuck C. spread out D. came true 30. A. wind B. teacher C. finger D. nose 31. A. encouraged B. ordered C. compared D. meant 32. A. smoothly B. regularly C. carefully D. silently 33. A. memories B. miracles C. sounds D. opportunities 34. A. persuaded B. broke C. brought D. transformed 35. A. overlooked B. downloaded C. outgrew D. undertook 【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 24. A 25. C 26. B 27. C 28. A 29. B 30. D 31. D 32. A 33. B 34. D 35. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者训练爱尔兰雪达犬Henry成为治疗犬的经历，重点描述Henry如何通过耐心陪伴帮助儿童克服阅读障碍，尤其是一个特殊教育学生首次流畅阅读的感人故事，展现动物对人类情感的支持作用。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：但我马上就意识到了它的独特性——当其他冠军狗喜欢在聚光灯下昂着头时，Henry会和孩子们呆在台下。A. changed改变；B. rejected拒绝；C. improved提高；D. recognized意识到。根据下文“his uniqueness right away — while other champion dogs enjoyed holding their heads high in the spotlight,”可知，此处指我马上就意识到了Henry的独特性。故选D。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他歪着头，棕色的眼睛追踪着他们细微的面部表情。A. tracking追踪；B. terrifying恐吓；C. causing导致；D. avoiding避开。根据上文“He tilted (倾斜) his head”及下文“their minor facial expressions”可知，此处指Henry追踪着孩子们的表情。故选A。 【23题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：因为他有洞察力的天性和热情的存在，我决定重新训练他成为一只治疗犬。A. graceful；B. insightful有洞察力的；C. amusing有趣的；D. dominant支配的。根据上文“He tilted (倾斜) his head, brown eyes ___2___ their minor facial expressions.”可知，此处指Henry有洞察力的天性。故选B。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他的工作是参观小学的班级，听学生给他读书。A. visit访问；B. design设计；C. interrupt打断；D. instruct指导。根据下文“elementary school classes and listen to students read to him.”可知，此处指Henry的工作是参观班级、参与活动。故选A。 【25题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他全神贯注地听读者说话，当他们结巴时，他从不纠正或嘲笑他们。A. unwanted不需要的；B. uncomfortable不舒服的；C. undivided全神贯注的；D. unusual不寻常的。根据下文“never corrected or laughed at them when they stuttered (结巴).”可知，此处指Henry会神贯注地听读者说话，从不纠正或嘲笑学生们。故选C。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：阅读结束后，学生们要在Henry的鼻子上放上零食，他会把鼻子掀起来，然后叼到嘴里。A. page页；B. treat零食；C. coin硬币；D. hand手。根据下文“which he’d flip (翻动) up and catch in his mouth.”可知，此处指学生们会给Henry一些零食。故选B。 【27题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：一天，一个特殊教育的学生加入了我们的课堂。A. witnessed见证；B. led带领；C. joined加入；D. invited邀请。根据下文“us in class”可知，此处指一个特殊教育的学生加入了我们的课堂。故选C。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：亨利躺在地板上，靠着男孩颤抖的膝盖，他很努力地读着他的图画书。A. effort努力；B. respect尊重；C. risk风险；D. speed速度。根据下文“Words ___9___ in his throat. Henry licked his hands, and the boy tried again: “Cat...in... the...””可知，此处指这个学生在努力地读书。故选A。 【29题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：话语卡在他的喉咙里。A. turned up出现；B. got stuck卡住；C. spread out展开；D. came true实现。根据下文“Henry licked his hands, and the boy tried again: “Cat...in... the...””可知，这个学生读书很困难，话语卡在他的喉咙里。故选B。 【30题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：然后一个很酷的鼻子推了推那页，上面有一顶帽子的图片。A. wind风；B. teacher老师；C. finger手指；D. nose鼻子。根据下文“Now they had a game: Henry smelt the book, and the boy read three words.”可知，此处指Henry用鼻子推书。故选D。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“太棒了！”我以为她指的是亨利，就回答说：“是的，他是一只很不错的狗。”A. encouraged鼓励；B. ordered命令；C. compared比较；D. meant意指。根据上文““That was amazing!””及下文“I replied, “Yes, he’s quite a dog.””可知，此处指作者以为老师这句称赞指的是Henry。故选D。 【32题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：“不，”她说，“这是这个学生第一次流畅地阅读！”A. smoothly流畅地；B. regularly规律地；C. carefully仔细地；D. silently沉默地。根据上文““HAT!” the boy shouted. Now they had a game: Henry smelt the book, and the boy read three words.”及下文“that is the first time this student has ever read”可知，此处指这个学生第一次流畅地阅读。故选A。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：这只是我无数次看到Henry所能创造的微小奇迹的价值之一。A. memories回忆；B. miracles奇迹；C. sounds声音；D. opportunities机会。根据下文“Henry was rewarded more than 600 biscuits and ___14___ silent fears into brave voices.”可知，此处指Henry所能创造的奇迹之一。故选B。 【34题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：Henry参观了200多所学校，得到了600多块饼干，他把沉默的恐惧变成了勇敢的声音。A. persuaded说服；B. broke打破；C. brought带来；D. transformed转变。根据下文“silent fears into brave voices”可知，此处指Henry把沉默的恐惧变成了勇敢的声音。故选D。 【35题详解】 查动词词义辨析。句意：孩子们长大了，看不惯图画书，教室里也换了海报，但我的红毛听众依然如故。A. overlooked忽视；B. downloaded下载；C. outgrew长大不再需要；D. undertook承担。根据下文“picture books, and classrooms changed posters,”及常识可知，孩子们长大了，不再需要看图画书。故选C。 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。 The winter holiday season shines with decorations and lights. It is this time of year when Harbin, known as the city of ice, becomes a winter wonderland ___36___ (wrap) in silver and white. In Harbin, ___37___ catches our eyes and leaves us stunned is its ice sculptures, which are more than frozen art, but a symbol of human wisdom, proving that even in the extreme cold, beauty can thrive. On the frozen Songhua River, the only source of crystal-clear and bubble-free ice, workers are busy harvesting thousands of cubic meters of ice ___38___ (build) the splendid Ice and Snow World. They slice the surface into blocks of the same size, each ___39___ (weigh) 700kg. At the construction site, to support massive structures like twin ice towers, engineers first build steel frames up to 40 meters tall, around which ice blocks ___40___ (pile) like bricks. Then they fill the gaps ___41___ frames and blocks with ice and water, which freeze ___42___ (instant) to rock-solid walls. For unique structures, workers apply water mixed with paper pulp (纸浆) onto a blown-up mould (模具), creating ice three times stronger than normal. Days later, the mould is removed, revealing ___43___ amazing, durable creation. LED lights are embedded in carved sinks, layer by layer, changing sculptures into glowing wonders. Despite immense ___44___ (challenge) — slippery surfaces, -25℃ and time limit, the teams work 24/7 in shifts. Their dedication turns raw ice into breathtaking art — the art ____45____ (it) is momentary, but the experience and the delicate beauty will last forever. 【答案】36. wrapped 37. what 38. to build 39. weighing 40. are piled 41. between 42. instantly 43. an 44. challenges 45. itself 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了“冰城”之称的哈尔滨到了冬天会建造冰雕的传统。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：每年的这个时候，素有“冰城”之称的哈尔滨就变成了银白色的冬日仙境。此处wrap与wonderland构成被动关系，故用过去分词作定语。故填wrapped。 【37题详解】 考查主语从句。句意：在哈尔滨，吸引我们眼球并让我们目瞪口呆的是它的冰雕，这不仅仅是冰冻的艺术，而是人类智慧的象征，证明了即使在极端寒冷的天气里，美也能茁壮成长。引导主语从句，从句缺少主语，指物，故填what。 【38题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：在冰封的松花江上，工人们正忙着收集数千立方米的冰，以建造壮丽的冰雪大世界。松花江是唯一清澈无气泡的冰源。此处build作目的状语，故用不定式。故填to build。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：他们把表面切成同样大小的块，每块重700公斤。此处为独立主格结构，each与weigh构成主动关系，故用现在分词作状语。故填weighing。 【40题详解】 考查时态语态。句意：在施工现场，为了支撑像双冰塔这样的大型结构，工程师们首先建造了高达40米的钢框架，在钢框架周围堆上冰块，就像砖块一样。主语ice blocks与谓语构成被动关系，根据上文engineers first build steel frames up to 40 meters tall可知为一般现在时的被动语态，谓语用复数。故填are piled。 【41题详解】 考查介词。句意：然后他们用冰和水填满框架和积木之间的空隙，这些冰和水会立即冻结成坚如磐石的墙壁。短语between…and…表示“在……之间”。故填between。 【42题详解】 考查副词。句意：然后他们用冰和水填满框架和积木之间的空隙，这些冰和水会立即冻结成坚如磐石的墙壁。修饰动词freeze用副词instantly，故填instantly。 【43题详解】 考查冠词。句意：几天后，模具被取出，揭示了一个惊人的，持久的创作。此处creation为泛指，且amazing是发音以元音音素开头的单词。故填an。 【44题详解】 考查名词的数。句意：尽管面临着巨大的挑战——光滑的地面、零下25℃和时间限制，但团队还是全天候轮班工作。根据后文slippery surfaces, -25℃ and time limit可知数量大于一用复数形式。故填challenges。 【45题详解】 考查代词。句意：他们的奉献使原始的冰变成了令人惊叹的艺术——艺术本身是短暂的，但这种体验和精致的美将永存。此处指艺术“它本身”应用反身代词itself。故填itself。 第四部分 写作 (共两节, 满分40分) 第一节 书面表达 (满分15分) 46. 你校正在开展阳光体育活动，学生会拟以“体育精神”为主题举办摄影展。请你代表学生会在英文报上发布一则通知，征集摄影作品，内容包括： 1. 活动目的； 2. 作品内容和要求； 3. 投稿方式和截稿日期。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式作答。 Notice __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: Notice To promote sportsmanship and encourage active participation in our Sunshine Sports Program, the Student Union is organizing a photography exhibition themed “Sportsmanship”. We are now calling for your photographic works that capture the essence of sports. The submitted photos should reflect moments of teamwork, perseverance, or fair play, which are core values of sports. Each entry must be original and accompanied by a brief description explaining the story behind it. Please send your work to sportsphoto@ourschool.edu.cn by May 24. We look forward to your creative contributions that showcase the power of sports and inspire others. The Student Union 【解析】 【导语】题目要求学生代表学生会，在英文报上发布一则通知，为摄影展征集摄影作品，应首先点明活动目的，再具体介绍作品内容和要求，最后告知投稿方式和截稿日期。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 反映：reflect→indicate, reveal 简明的：brief→concise 阐明：explain→illustrate, elucidate 展现：showcase→demonstrate, display 激励：inspire→motivate 2. 句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Each entry must be original and accompanied by a brief description explaining the story behind it. 拓展句：It is required that each entry be original and accompanied by a brief description explaining the story behind it. 【点睛】[高分句型1] We are now calling for your photographic works that capture the essence of sports. (运用了that引导限制性定语从句) [高分句型2] The submitted photos should reflect moments of teamwork, perseverance, or fair play, which are core values of sports. (运用了which引导非限制性定语从句) 第二节 读后续写 (满分25分) 47. The car turned onto the familiar road that led to Grandma’s farm. “Jude, this summer holiday will be a great chance for you to stay with your grandma,” Dad said as he drove. Every moment, we were moving farther away from the city, the place where I knew how to do things right. The car engine wasn’t off before Grandma hugged me. I slowly dragged myself out of the car. “Jude, you look unhappy. Why?” Grandma asked. She acted like nothing bad had happened last time. Could I ask how much money my neighbor Mr. Jackson had lost because of my mistake? Was he still upset with me? “I’m fine,” I answered. “I’m just missing my computer camp. Computers are something I’m good at.” “That sounds disappointing,” Grandma nodded. I liked visiting the farm during breaks before I messed things up last summer. Grandma lived alone, and Mr. Jackson was like family to her. Then one day I forgot to lock the gate and let the goats into his flower beds. He lost almost all his roses for the farmers’ market. Now, back at the farm, I felt nervous. I was trying to hide in the room when I saw Mr. Jackson! He was opening the door and calling Grandma. “I need help!” he yelled to her. “Just a second for the freshly harvested roses!” That was when he saw me. I felt my heart tighten and was ready for his criticism. He had probably been waiting for this moment since last summer. However, Mr. Jackson greeted me happily, “Great, Jude is here! Your grandma always tells us you are a wonderfully competent (有能力的) computer programmer.” I shook my head. “I am not competent. I am sorry I messed things up.” He was surprised and comforted me, “It was an accident. Being competent doesn’t mean you never make mistakes.” I looked out of the window. There were piles of roses waiting to be sold. “Jude, can you help us? We want to sell roses online. We have a computer and all the parts for our internet connection, but we just can’t set it up,” Grandma asked. No internet. They seemed to live in the twentieth century. 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。 Maybe I could be someone who was really competent. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Within a few hours, orders for roses flooded in. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文 Maybe I could be someone who was really competent. I nodded without hesitation and walked straight to the dusty computer in the storage room. Step by step, I checked the network wires, fixed the loose connection and installed the selling software. Grandma and Mr. Jackson stood beside me, watching every move with admiration. I also took clear photos of the fresh roses and wrote warm descriptions for the online shop, highlighting their sweet smell and bright colors. When I finished all the settings, I clicked the Publish button, feeling a surge of pride inside. I finally found a way to make up for my past fault. Within a few hours, orders for roses flooded in. Grandma stared at the screen in shock, unable to believe so many customers wanted her roses. Mr. Jackson patted my shoulder warmly, saying my skills truly turned their trouble into good luck. We spent the whole afternoon packing roses happily. All my nervousness faded away completely. I realized being competent lies not in never making mistakes, but in daring to fix them bravely. This summer holiday on the farm turned out far more meaningful than any computer camp I had imagined. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了Jude因去年疏忽毁掉杰克逊先生的玫瑰花而心怀愧疚，重返农场后得到对方谅解，并借助自己擅长的电脑技术帮忙搭建线上售花渠道，弥补过错、收获成长的故事。 【详解】1. 段落续写 ① 由第一段首句可知，接下来可描写作者下定决心弥补过错，主动动手调试网络、安装售卖软件、打理线上花店，用心完成各项操作，缓解内心愧疚。 ② 由第二段首句可知，接下来可描写线上订单爆满后的喜人场景，二人对作者的夸赞，作者彻底放下愧疚，领悟犯错后勇于弥补的成长道理。 2. 续写线索 决心利用自己的知识尝试帮忙——调试网络搭建线上花店——用心完善店铺信息——订单大量涌入——收获他人认可、消解愧疚——领悟成长真谛、收获别样假期意义 3.词类激活 行为类 ①修理：fix/repair/mend ②弥补：make up for/compensate for 情绪类 ①快乐地：happily/delightedly ②焦虑：nervousness/anxiety 【点睛】【高分句型1】Grandma and Mr. Jackson stood beside me, watching every move with admiration.（运用了现在分词作状语） 【高分句型2】Mr. Jackson patted my shoulder warmly, saying my skills truly turned their trouble into good luck. （运用了现在分词作状语，以及省略that的宾语从句） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 华中师大一附中2024-2025学年度下学期集中独立作业 高二年级英语试题 时间: 120分钟 满分: 150分 第一部分: 听力 (共两节, 满分30分) 做题时, 先将答案划在试卷上。录音内容结束后, 你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 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, 并标在试卷的相应位置。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。每段对话仅读一遍。 例: How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.15. C. £9.18. 1. How does the woman sound? A. Excited. B. Confused. C. Disappointed. 2. What does the woman ask the man to do? A. Have lunch with her. B. Solve the connection problem. C. Seek help from the technology department. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. The position requirement. B. The most likely candidate. C. An employee’s appearance. 4. Where are the speakers probably? A. In a hotel. B. At the airport. C. At a bus stop. 5. What will the woman do next? A. Write a report. B. Launch a new project. C. Send an email. 第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题。从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。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。 听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。 6. What major does Tim finally settle on? A. Geography. B. History. C. Biology. 7. What does Tim think of Lily’s assignment? A. It’s time-consuming. B. It’s interesting. C. It’s professional. 听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。 8. Why does the man make the call? A. To place an order. B. To inquire about his delayed delivery. C. To complain about the broken package. 9. How long can the man wait? A. Two hours. B. Thirty minutes. C. Forty minutes. 10. What service will the woman offer? A. Priority delivery. B. Full refund. C. Free shipping. 听第8段材料, 回答第11至13题。 11. What position is the woman interested in? A. Student receptionist. B. Phone operator. C. Teaching assistant. 12. What does the job offer? A. Flexible workload. B. Proper pay. C. Extra credit hours. 13. What makes an applicant qualified for the job? A. Academic background. B. Communication skills. C. Work experience. 听第9段材料, 回答第14至16题。 14. What is special about this year’s book festival? A. A longer period. B. Writers’ attendance. C. An event for deaf children. 15. What does someone think of Alive and Kicking? A. It’s so much fun. B. It’s challenging to read. C. It’s helpful for language learning. 16. What does Jenny suggest parents do to expand kids’ vocabulary? A. Share ideas with kids. B. Read advanced books. C. Introduce new writers. 听第10段材料、回答第17至20题. 17. What was the progress of the project last Monday? A. A free lesson was offered. B. A short notice was posted. C. A senior center was opened. 18. What problem does the project face? A. Outdated equipment. B. Poor management. C. Fund shortage. 19. What are the volunteers required to do according to the speaker? A. Contact local companies. B. Donate money and equipment. C. Engage more seniors in the center. 20. Why does the speaker make the speech? A. To celebrate. B. To inform. C. To advocate. 第二部分: 阅读理解 (共两节, 满分50分) 第一节 (共15小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的四个选项 (A、B、C和D) 中, 选出最佳选项, 并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A Volunteer Positions up for Grabs Find your passion. Make an impact. Volunteer gov. is a volunteer recruitment (招募) and management website. The following programs will empower you to make a difference to public causes you care about. Beach Cleanup — Channel Islands National Park On-Site Position; 1/20/2025 This position is seeking passionate individuals to follow a series of instructions to identify, count, and collect trash from shorelines. It is far from physically demanding as volunteers will work in groups. Pre-registration is not required; walk-ins are welcome. Besides, volunteers should have the ability to communicate effectively with diverse personnel. Point of Contact: Emily Zivot (chis_volunteer@nps.gov) Cottonwood Campground Host-Joshua Tree National Park On-Site Position; 2/9/2025~6/1/2025 Joshua Tree National Park is recruiting campground hosts for Cottonwood Campground during peak camping season-early February to late May 2025. Start and end dates are flexible, but hosts must commit to at least 6 weeks’ of service. Hosts will answer visitor questions, assist with the campground reservation system, and provide excellent customer service. Point of Contact: Sasha Travaglio (sasha_travaglio@nps.gov) Anacostia Park Community Clean Up — National Capital Parks-East On-Site Position; 2/7/2025~2/8/2025 Let the end of the week also be the end of litter. This is an excellent chance to help the environment. Everyone will gather at the community center at 9 am, where gloves, bags, and garbage grabbers will be provided. Please dress for the weather since this event will require walking distances of up to 3 miles on uneven ground and consistent bending and kneeling. Point of Contact: Becky George (rebecca_george@nps.gov) French-English Translator — Cane River Creole National Historical Park Virtual Position; 6/5/2024~2/4/2025 This position functions virtually and involves translating park text into French. Volunteers will virtually support park staff in their mission to provide text information for the many French visitors. Major duties include translating, carefully editing, and proofreading translated text. Ability to keep an organized record of work is necessary. Point of Contact: Da’ Nira McClary (danira_meclary@nps.gov) 1. What are Beach Cleanup volunteers required to do? A. Sign up in advance. B. Master a foreign language. C. Follow cleanup directions. D. Work individually or in groups. 2. Who should you contact if you are available in May 2025? A. Emily Zivot. B. Sasha Travaglio. C. Becky George. D. Da’ Nira McClary. 3. How is French-English Translator different from other programs? A. It is physically demanding. B. It requires organizational skills. C. It allows volunteers to work off-site. D. It focuses on interaction with visitors. B Last month, I completed my Level 2 Chinese lessons. As the class wound up and we bid farewells to our teacher, there was little confusion in my mind on what to do next: to visit a sacred spot dedicated to a man who laid the groundwork for China’s modern educational system millennia ago. On a bright Sunday afternoon, I visited the Confucius Temple. Once inside, I quickly realized that this was actually my second visit. The first in late 2009 had been a rushed affair as I had unfortunately included it in a trip to the Yonghegong Lama Temple, which took much longer to explore. Since I did not remember much in the way of details from back then, this second visit, thankfully, felt as good as new. What stood out vividly as soon as I entered the courtyard was a statue of the great man right before the doors. Visitors were busy taking photographs and a middle-aged man was urging a young boy, possibly his grandson, to pose and pray. It must seem awe-inspiring for the little one. As he grows up, the schoolboy will no doubt come to appreciate what a groundbreaking change this man brought on basic literacy by giving everyone an equal opportunity to attend school, an unheard-of thing in those days. There is much to thank Confucius for: his remarkable contribution to the country’s moral compass, his near-single-handed effort to teach future generations the value of honesty, hard work, and respect for fellow beings — in short, the Confucian ethos (道德观) — that are in essence what we find in abundance in Chinese society, even today. As I explored every corner of the temple with crowds of well-behaved citizens, the fruits of a seed sown long ago became quite apparent to me. This visit to the Confucius Temple was not merely a tour; it was a pilgrimage (朝圣), allowing me to pay respect to the profound wisdom that has continued to shape Chinese society for thousands of years. 4. Why did the author find the second visit as good as new? A. He was quite familiar with it. B. His memories of the first visit faded. C. He spent more time in exploring it. D. The temple had changed quite a lot. 5. What contribution did Confucius make to the Chinese educational system? A. He built the Confucius Temple. B. He invented a new method of teaching. C. He established the first university in China. D. He made education accessible to all people. 6. What can be learnt about Confucianism in contemporary China? A. Its values are still widely practiced. B. It is far more influential than before. C. It has lost its relevance in today’s society. D. It is followed and practiced by few scholars. 7. Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. Confucius’ Enduring Influence: A Modern Pilgrimage B. Confucius and Education: Revisiting a Timeless Legacy C. Language Lessons and Cultural Heritage: A Confucian Journey D. My Second Visit to the Temple: Memories of Confucius C If you’re digitally skilled, it has likely been a while since you spent much time writing by hand. The laborious process of tracing out our thoughts, letter by letter, on the page is becoming a thing of the past in our screen-dominated world, where text messages and thumb-typed grocery lists have replaced handwritten letters and sticky notes. To keep up, many schools are introducing computers as early as preschool, meaning some kids may learn the basics of typing before writing by hand. Although electronic keyboards offer obvious efficiency benefits, giving up handwriting may come at a significant cost. Typing pays no attention to the form of the letters — only involving relatively simple and uniform movements. By contrast, handwriting is a complex task. Motor system has to delicately adjust the pressure that each finger applies on the pen to recreate each letter. Adding to the complexity, your visual system must continuously process that letter as it’s formed, with your brain making adjustments to fingers in real time to create the letters’ shapes. “This process lets you make your body and what you are seeing mesh.” says Robert Wiley, a cognitive psychologist at the University of North Carolina, adding “such complexity is crucial to mental development.” Screens and keyboards replacing pen and paper might affect kids’ ability to learn letters, which is actually an important predictor of later reading and math attainment. If young children are not receiving any handwriting training, their brains simply won’t reach their full potential. For adults, typing often results in failing to actually process information. During a lecture, it’s possible to type what they’re hearing word for word. But often, they’re just typing blindly, failing to make information their own. On the other hand, taking notes by hand forces them to write only key words and use drawings or arrows to work through ideas. Actually, we don’t have to drop digital tools, like graphics tablets and smart pens, to capitalize on the power of handwriting. Recent research suggests that writing on a screen activates the same brain pathways as writing on paper. It’s the movement that counts, not its final form. 8. What does the author intend to convey in paragraph 1? A. Abandoning handwriting is unwise. B. Digital literacy is essential nowadays. C. Handwritten communication is out of date. D. Computer courses are urgently needed in preschools. 9. What does the underlined word “mesh” in paragraph 2 mean? A. Set up. B. Run fast. C. Mess up. D. Work together. 10. What can be inferred from paragraph 3? A. Blind typing contributes to brain development. B. Kids have a preference for screens and keyboards. C. Handwritten markers are good for getting ideas linked. D. Adults have the ability to memorize complex information. 11. What is the author’s attitude towards using digital pens? A. Doubtful. B. Critical. C. Favorable. D. Unclear. D Encouraging bilingualism, the ability to speak two languages equally well, at home can have many benefits on mental processes of understanding, which may be particularly helpful to kids with autism (自闭症), a new research indicates. The new research explored the role of bilingualism in 112 children, including children with typical development and children with autism, between the ages of 7 to 12 years old. Overall, they found that children who spoke two or more languages often had stronger executive (执行) functioning skills. This means they are able to control the sudden desire and to switch between different tasks more easily than children who only speak one language. Published in the journal Autism Research, the results are significant because executive functioning skills are a key challenge for children with autism, but are important for all kids to develop in school and later in the workplace. While executive function skills develop and improve across the whole life, individuals with autism often struggle with executive functioning, affecting their ability to manage daily tasks and adapt to new situations. An idea called joint activation from the field of neuroscience (神经科学) can help explain the results. Prior research suggests that the bilingual brain has two languages constantly active and competing. As a result, the daily experience of shifting between these languages is associated with enhanced executive control. “If you have to deal with two languages, you have to control one intentionally in order to use the other. That’s the idea, that restriction or the ability to stop you from doing something, might be strengthened by knowing two languages,” says Luciana Uddin, now a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles. “This will surely bring a sense of relief to many of our families living with loved ones with autism. But maybe it takes time to translate that to families,” says Lynn Perry, an associate professor at the University of Miami. Perry intends to conduct further research with preschool children to see if bilingualism also has an impact on kids’ interpersonal skills, which are crucial for children’s social and mental development. 12. What can be learned about executive functioning skills? A. They help develop children’s bilingualism. B. They are hard to obtain for kids with autism. C. They contribute to children’s sudden desire. D. They are formed between the ages of 7 to 12. 13. How does the idea “joint activation” work according to the text? A. By activating the prior memory. B. By switching to other learning tasks. C. By boosting restriction on one language. D. By preventing the language competition. 14. What might the follow-up study focus on? A. Parents’ rising awareness of bilingualism. B. Ways to cure preschool children with autism. C. Bilingualism’s effect on kids’ social interaction. D. Bilingualism’s further application in other fields. 15. What is the text mainly about? A. The benefits of being bilingual. B. The causes and effects of autism. C. The strategies to master two languages. D. The role bilingualism plays in tackling autism. 第二节 (共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分) 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。 That boarding the plane with a VIP status can help you avoid standing in a line has become evidence of how our society has commercialized the act of waiting. ____16____ This phenomenon is not limited to airlines; it’s also in museums, online purchases and amusement parks. So since when has the act of waiting got such a bad reputation? ____17____ We enjoy the anticipation like a child waiting for Christmas or summer vacation. Or a person waiting in line to see his favorite singer perform in concert relishes the night more because of the time invested in getting into the venue. As our world has sped up, this desirable balance between instant and delayed satisfaction is at ever greater odds with the current expectations of many people. ____18____ Personally speaking, when we look down upon the act of waiting, we risk losing an important part of our shared humanity. From the social perspective, being forced to wait is often seen as a sign of being less well off or “not in the game”. It encourages privileged impatience and disrespect for those who are caught waiting. ____19____ Of course, we should not have to wait patiently for everything. For example, there are times when injustice deserves immediate action. ____20____ However, in a larger context, we are supposed to understand the act of waiting not only as a necessary evil but also as an important function which allows us to participate fully with our fellow travelers in life. A. Urging individuals to be patient can sometimes serve as a deliberate obstacle to progress. B. The act of waiting can enhance our appreciation of something, sometimes. C. Patience is essential in maintaining a positive experience. D. The more you pay, the sooner you can get on the plane. E. Waiting is a waste of time without real purpose. F. This thinking is harmful, making us see those who wait as different or unimportant. G. This change has a negative impact on mental health both individually and collectively. 第三部分 语言知识运用 (共两节, 满分30分) 第一节完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分) 阅读下面短文, 从短文后各题所给四个选项 (A、B、C、D) 中选出最佳选项。 My Irish setter, Henry, had been trained to be a show dog. But I ___21___ his uniqueness right away — while other champion dogs enjoyed holding their heads high in the spotlight, Henry would stay with children off stage. He tilted (倾斜) his head, brown eyes ___22___ their minor facial expressions. Because of his ___23___ nature and welcoming presence, I decided to retrain him to be a therapy dog. His job was to ___24___ elementary school classes and listen to students read to him. He gave ___25___ attention to the readers and never corrected or laughed at them when they stuttered (结巴). After reading, students got to put a ___26___ on Henry’s nose, which he’d flip (翻动) up and catch in his mouth. One day, a special education student ___27___ us in class. Henry lay on the floor against the boy’s shaking knees as he worked with great ___28___ to read his picture book. Words ___29___ in his throat. Henry licked his hands, and the boy tried again: “Cat...in... the...” Then a cool ____30____ pushed the page with a picture of a hat. “HAT!” the boy shouted. Now they had a game: Henry smelt the book, and the boy read three words. As soon as they finished, the teacher whispered, “That was amazing!” Thinking she ____31____ Henry, I replied, “Yes, he’s quite a dog.” “No,” she said, “that is the first time this student has ever read ____32____ !” It was just one of the many times I saw the value of the tiny ____33____ that Henry could create. Over 200 school visits, Henry was rewarded more than 600 biscuits and ____34____ silent fears into brave voices. Children ____35____ picture books, and classrooms changed posters, but my red-furred listener remained constant. 21. A. changed B. rejected C. improved D. recognized 22. A. tracking B. terrifying C. causing D. avoiding 23. A. graceful B. insightful C. amusing D. dominant 24. A. visit B. design C. interrupt D. instruct 25. A. unwanted B. uncomfortable C. undivided D. unusual 26. A. page B. treat C. coin D. hand 27. A. witnessed B. led C. joined D. invited 28. A. effort B. respect C. risk D. speed 29. A. turned up B. got stuck C. spread out D. came true 30. A. wind B. teacher C. finger D. nose 31. A. encouraged B. ordered C. compared D. meant 32. A. smoothly B. regularly C. carefully D. silently 33. A. memories B. miracles C. sounds D. opportunities 34. A. persuaded B. broke C. brought D. transformed 35. A. overlooked B. downloaded C. outgrew D. undertook 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。 The winter holiday season shines with decorations and lights. It is this time of year when Harbin, known as the city of ice, becomes a winter wonderland ___36___ (wrap) in silver and white. In Harbin, ___37___ catches our eyes and leaves us stunned is its ice sculptures, which are more than frozen art, but a symbol of human wisdom, proving that even in the extreme cold, beauty can thrive. On the frozen Songhua River, the only source of crystal-clear and bubble-free ice, workers are busy harvesting thousands of cubic meters of ice ___38___ (build) the splendid Ice and Snow World. They slice the surface into blocks of the same size, each ___39___ (weigh) 700kg. At the construction site, to support massive structures like twin ice towers, engineers first build steel frames up to 40 meters tall, around which ice blocks ___40___ (pile) like bricks. Then they fill the gaps ___41___ frames and blocks with ice and water, which freeze ___42___ (instant) to rock-solid walls. For unique structures, workers apply water mixed with paper pulp (纸浆) onto a blown-up mould (模具), creating ice three times stronger than normal. Days later, the mould is removed, revealing ___43___ amazing, durable creation. LED lights are embedded in carved sinks, layer by layer, changing sculptures into glowing wonders. Despite immense ___44___ (challenge) — slippery surfaces, -25℃ and time limit, the teams work 24/7 in shifts. Their dedication turns raw ice into breathtaking art — the art ____45____ (it) is momentary, but the experience and the delicate beauty will last forever. 第四部分 写作 (共两节, 满分40分) 第一节 书面表达 (满分15分) 46. 你校正在开展阳光体育活动，学生会拟以“体育精神”为主题举办摄影展。请你代表学生会在英文报上发布一则通知，征集摄影作品，内容包括： 1. 活动目的； 2. 作品内容和要求； 3. 投稿方式和截稿日期。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式作答。 Notice __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节 读后续写 (满分25分) 47. The car turned onto the familiar road that led to Grandma’s farm. “Jude, this summer holiday will be a great chance for you to stay with your grandma,” Dad said as he drove. Every moment, we were moving farther away from the city, the place where I knew how to do things right. The car engine wasn’t off before Grandma hugged me. I slowly dragged myself out of the car. “Jude, you look unhappy. Why?” Grandma asked. She acted like nothing bad had happened last time. Could I ask how much money my neighbor Mr. Jackson had lost because of my mistake? Was he still upset with me? “I’m fine,” I answered. “I’m just missing my computer camp. Computers are something I’m good at.” “That sounds disappointing,” Grandma nodded. I liked visiting the farm during breaks before I messed things up last summer. Grandma lived alone, and Mr. Jackson was like family to her. Then one day I forgot to lock the gate and let the goats into his flower beds. He lost almost all his roses for the farmers’ market. Now, back at the farm, I felt nervous. I was trying to hide in the room when I saw Mr. Jackson! He was opening the door and calling Grandma. “I need help!” he yelled to her. “Just a second for the freshly harvested roses!” That was when he saw me. I felt my heart tighten and was ready for his criticism. He had probably been waiting for this moment since last summer. However, Mr. Jackson greeted me happily, “Great, Jude is here! Your grandma always tells us you are a wonderfully competent (有能力的) computer programmer.” I shook my head. “I am not competent. I am sorry I messed things up.” He was surprised and comforted me, “It was an accident. Being competent doesn’t mean you never make mistakes.” I looked out of the window. There were piles of roses waiting to be sold. “Jude, can you help us? We want to sell roses online. We have a computer and all the parts for our internet connection, but we just can’t set it up,” Grandma asked. No internet. They seemed to live in the twentieth century. 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。 Maybe I could be someone who was really competent. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Within a few hours, orders for roses flooded in. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $