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四川天府新区实外高级中学
2026-2027学年度上期高三年级英语学科开学考试试题
考试时间:120分钟 试卷满分:150分
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5个小题;每个小题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。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the speakers do next?
A. Pick up Billy. B. Visit a friend. C. Buy some beans.
2. Who is Andy Clarkes?
A. A TV actor. B. A famous lawyer. C. A public librarian.
3. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Gifts for Jason. B. A baseball game. C. The woman’s retirement.
4. What went on at Cooper’s last night?
A. A movie show. B. A birthday party. C. A sales promotion.
5. What problem do the speakers have?
A. They are late for work. B. They get stuck in traffic. C. They have lost their way.
第二节(共15个小题;每个小题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。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. Where are the speakers?
A. At home. B. At the office. C. At the airport.
7. How does Sarah sound?
A. Anxious. B. Grateful. C. Surprised.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题.
8. What made Miss Johnson choose teaching as a profession?
A. Her passion for the work. B. Pressure from her family. C. A teacher’s encouragement.
9. What does Miss Johnson think is the best part of her job?
A. Being with children. B. Winning others’ respect. C. Learning different things.
10. What does Miss Johnson want her students to become?
A. Creative thinkers. B. Lifelong learners. C. Good communicators.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题.
11. What does Becky like about living with her parents?
A. They have a big house. B. They cook meals for her. C. They pay all her expenses.
12. What does Ethan suggest Becky do regarding her mother?
A. Have patience. B. Express gratitude. C. Provide company.
13. Why is Ethan concerned about his parents living on their own?
A. They may feel lonely. B. They may fail to get along. C. They may have an emergency.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题.
14. Whose speech did the woman listen to this morning?
A. John Miller’s. B. Allan Brown’s. C. David Thompson’s.
15. What is the workshop in the afternoon about?
A. Risk assessment. B. Knowledge economy. C. Employee motivation.
16. What does the woman say about her job?
A. It can be challenging. B. It will be rewarding. C. It is truly interesting.
17. What do the man and the woman both want to do?
A. Apply for a new position.
B. Offer their staff a salary raise.
C. Improve their management skills.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题.
18. What does the speaker probably do?
A. She’s a medical doctor. B. She’s a fitness instructor. C. She’s a swimming coach.
19. What is a common workout mistake?
A. Focusing only on building muscles.
B. Taking too many types of exercises.
C. Doing the same routine all the time.
20. How often does the speaker suggest people do hard workouts?
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
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。
University Room Regulations
Approved and Prohibited Items
The following items are approved for use in residential (住宿的) rooms: electric blankets, hair dryers, personal computers, radios, televisions and DVD players. Items that are not allowed in student rooms include: candles, ceiling fans, fireworks, waterbeds, sun lamps and wireless routers. Please note that any prohibited items will be taken away by the Office of Residence Life.
Access to Residential Rooms
Students are provided with a combination (组合密码) for their room door locks upon check-in. Do not share your room door lock combination with anyone. The Office of Residence Life may change the door lock combination at any time at the expense of the resident if it is found that the student has shared the combination with others. The fee is $25 to change a room combination.
Cooking Policy
Students living in buildings that have kitchens are only permitted to cook in the kitchen. Students must clean up after cooking. This is not the responsibility of housekeeping staff. Kitchens that are not kept clean may be closed for use. With the exception of using a small microwave oven (微波炉) to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms.
Pet Policy
No pets except fish are permitted in student rooms. Students who are found with pets, whether visiting or owned by the student, are subject to an initial fine of $100 and a continuing fine of $50 a day per pet. Students receive written notice when the fine goes into effect. If, one week from the date of written notice, the pet is not removed, the student is referred to the Student Court.
Quiet Hours
Residential buildings must maintain an atmosphere that supports the academic mission of the University. Minimum quiet hours in all campus residences are 11:00 pm to 8:00 am Sunday through Thursday. Quiet hours on Friday and Saturday nights are 1:00 am to 8:00 am. Students who violate quiet hours are subject to a fine of $25.
1. Which of the following items are allowed in student rooms?
A. Ceiling fans and waterbeds.
B. Wireless routers and radios.
C. Hair dryers and candles.
D. TVs and electric blankets.
2. What do we know about the cooking policy?
A. A microwave oven can be used.
B. Cooking in student rooms is permitted.
C. A housekeeper is to clean up the kitchen.
D. Students are to close kitchen doors after cooking.
3. When can students enjoy a party in residences?
A. 7:00 am, Sunday. B. 7:30 am, Thursday.
C. 11:30 pm, Monday. D. 00:30 am, Saturday.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. D
【解析】
【分析】试题分析:文章主要介绍了大学宿舍的规范。
【1题详解】
D细节理解题。根据文章第一段第一句The following items are approved for use in residential (住宿的) rooms: electric blankets, hair dryers, personal computers, radios, televisions and DVD players.可知电视机和电热毯是允许使用的,故选D。
【2题详解】
A细节理解题。根据第三段With the exception of using a small microwave oven (微波炉) to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms.可知小的微波炉是可以使用的,故选A。
【3题详解】
D细节理解题。根据文章最后一段Minimum quiet hours in all campus residences are 11:00 pm to 8:00 am Sunday through Thursday.Quiet hours on Friday and Saturday nights are 1:00 am to 8:00 am.可知周六的安静时间是早上1点到8,周一的中午也是要安静的,故可以推断出答案,故选D。
考点:考查广告布告类短文阅读
【名师点睛】
广告布告类阅读解题技巧:
阅读这类文章时,也应该在整体把握文章结构的前提下,主要注意细节信息。细节题题干都是相应原文的变形(如同义改写、词性转换等),因此要找到答案一定要找到题干在原文中的出处,再把原文和选项相比较。做题时,根据所提问题用寻读、跳读的方法可达到事半功倍的效果。同时,在阅读时也要特别注意文中以粗体、大写、下划线等方式加以提示的文字,因为这很有可能是文章的核心或某一部分内容的概括。具体答题策略如下:
1、先题后文:
先读试题,了解考点;明确目的,快速捕捉,获取信息。根据本试题的标题可知本文是学生宿舍规定的公示。
2、题干定向:
根据题干关键词到文中定位答案范围,按照题目顺序依次而下:问题与材料相同:对号入座;问题与原文相同:同义替换、归纳事实等。如第26题What do we know about the cooking policy?可根据题干中的cooking policy?定位到同样的小标题下的内容,可知学生使用小型微波炉是可以的。
注意标题:
如第27题When can students enjoy a party in residences?,根据题干中的enjoy a party可知是吵吵闹闹的,
定位到小标题Quiet Hours,直接看这一段的内容即可。
Lino Marrero, 14, of Frisco, Texas, was on the soccer field when the new inspiration hit.
During a break in practice, Lino discovered that his smartphone was dead and he didn’t have a charger. His mind wandered back to a lesson in school on kinetic energy, a kind of energy produced by an object in motion. Lino thought, “What if I could make use of the energy wasted on the field to power the phone? ”
That moment led Lino to invent the Kinetic Kickz 2.0. It’s something like a rechargeable battery that fits into the sole (鞋底) of a shoe, collecting energy produced from walking. The energy can then be used to power portable devices. Marrero calculates that 12 minutes of walking can generate enough kinetic energy to charge 10% of a cellphone battery.
A device like this could change everyday life for many people. All around the world, there are people who don’t have access to electricity. Being able to even light up a little lightbulb on their ceiling would make a big difference. He dreamed that the technology could be used to create clean energy and limit the effects of climate change.
Lino came up with his first invention when he was in fourth grade. He invented String Ring, an adjustable ban that protects the fingers as they move along the strings of a cello. It won first place in a state competition. Now Lino’s developing a String Ring for guitar player.
“It’s usually been about helping other people, for me, ” Lino says about inventing. The ninth grader encourages others to see their everyday problems as opportunities to come up with ideas for inventions, too. “ Kids are better inventors than grown-ups at times, because they can be more creative, ” Lino says. “ I just want to inspire more people to want to become inventors and help change the world. ”
4. What motivated Lino to invent Kinetic Kickz 2.0?
A. His everyday practice on the soccer field.
B. His concerns for the environment protection.
C. The helplessness when his phone was out of power.
D. The knowledge he learned during his physics lessons.
5. What does the Kinetic Kickz do?
A. It changes people’s thought of fashion.
B. It promotes the performance of batteries.
C. It has completely changed people’s life.
D. It could store the energy generated from moving.
6. Which of the following best describes Marrero?
A. Responsible and creative. B. Devoted and ambitious.
C. Demanding and cooperative. D. Optimistic and generous.
7. What does the text intend to do?
A. Present a new technology. B. Tell a story of an inventive boy.
C. Introduce an energy- gathering device. D. Explain the way to become an inventor.
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. A 7. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了来自德克萨斯州弗里斯科的14岁的利诺·马雷罗(Lino Marrero)发明Kinetic Kickz 2.0的过程。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。由文章第二段第一句“During a break in practice, Lino discovered that his smartphone was dead and he didn’t have a charger.(在一次训练休息时,利诺发现他的智能手机没电了,而且他没有充电器)”和第三段第一句“That moment led Lino to invent the Kinetic Kickz 2.0(这一时刻促使Lino发明了Kinetic Kickz 2.0)”可知,是Lino训练时手机没电了,又没带充电器,那个场景下促使他发明了Kinetic Kickz 2.0。故选C项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。由文章第三段“It’s something like a rechargeable battery that fits into the sole (鞋底) of a shoe, collecting energy produced from walking. (它就像一个可充电电池,安装在鞋底,收集行走产生的能量)”可知,Kinetic Kickz 2.0可以收集行走产生的能量。故选D项。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。由文章最后一段“It’s usually been about helping other people, for me. (它对我来说,这通常是为了帮助别人)”和他的各种发明可知,他是一个有责任心和有创造了的人。故选A项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。文章第一段提出来自德克萨斯州弗里斯科的14岁的利诺·马雷罗(Lino Marrero)灵感迸发时正在足球场上,然后详细介绍了他发明的Kinetic Kickz 2.0。由此可知,本文主要讲述了一个有创造力的男孩的故事。故选B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。
In the past few years, online learning has become a significant part of the university and college experience. ___8___ But are all online courses created equal? How can you be sure that digital learning is right for you? ___9___ We interviewed students and professors to get their advice about online courses.
The most obvious advantage of online learning is that you can study anywhere and anytime. ___10___ “I think a point that many people lose sight of is how easy it can be to fall behind schedule,” says graduate student Amanda Bindman. Before choosing to study online, consider whether you’re a self-motivated learner and if the material seems interesting enough to keep you going.
The tip that comes up most often is simple: build online courses into your weekly schedule, just like what you would do with in person courses. ___11___ He noted that his online students usually end up with lower grades. It is so easy to let an online course slide, but your grades will suffer as a result. Be sure to schedule set times to watch your lectures, read materials and contribute to online discussion boards.
___12___ A social connection is often a big part of learning. There are things you can do to ease this problem. Jessica Pink, an undergraduate student, suggests taking online courses with a friend, so you can motivate each other to stay on track. You can also find students on the class discussion board to organize a study group, or schedule in-person meeting s with your professor to discuss course concepts.
A. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t deadlines.
B. Your motivation should be your main concern.
C. Do you know that online courses are also part of your education?
D. Professor Alex Davidson teaches the same course in person and online.
E. The chief complaint about online courses is that they lack human interaction.
F. If you take an online course, what can you do to ensure the best possible grade?
G. A survey found that 29 percent of college students registered for online courses.
【答案】8. G 9. F 10. A 11. D 12. E
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了在线学习的注意事项。
【8题详解】
由上文“In the past few years, online learning has become a significant part of the university and college experience. (在过去的几年里,在线学习已经成为大学生活的重要组成部分)”可知,在线学习对大学生活很重要,本空要说跟“这种现象的具体表现”有关的话题,故G选项“A survey found that 29 percent of college students registered for online courses. (一项调查发现,29%的大学生注册了在线课程。)”能承接上文,符合题意。故选G。
【9题详解】
由上文“But are all online courses created equal? How can you be sure that digital learning is right for you? (但是所有的在线课程都是平等的吗?你如何确定数字化学习适合你?)”可知,上文对在线课程提出疑问,本空可以继续提出疑问,故F选项“If you take an online course, what can you do to ensure the best possible grade? (如果你参加了在线课程,你能做些什么来确保尽可能好的成绩?)”能承接上文,符合题意。故选F。
【10题详解】
由上文“The most obvious advantage of online learning is that you can study anywhere and anytime. (在线学习最明显的优势是你可以随时随地学习)”可知,在线学习具备的优势是可以让你随时随地学习,本空要说跟“学习时间”有关的话题,故A选项“But that doesn’t mean there aren’t deadlines. (但这并不意味着没有最后期限。)”与上文构成转折关系,that指代上一句话,符合题意。故选A。
【11题详解】
由下文“He noted that his online students usually end up with lower grades. (他指出,他的在线学生最终的成绩通常较低)”可知,本空要说跟“在线老师”有关的话题,故D选项“Professor Alex Davidson teaches the same course in person and online. (Alex Davidson教授亲自授课和在线授课)”能引起下文,下文中的He指代D项中的“Alex Davidson教授”,符合题意。故选D。
【12题详解】
由下文“A social connection is often a big part of learning. There are things you can do to ease this problem. Jessica Pink, an undergraduate student, suggests taking online courses with a friend, so you can motivate each other to stay on track. You can also find students on the class discussion board to organize a study group, or schedule in-person meeting s with your professor to discuss course concepts. (社会关系通常是学习的重要组成部分。你可以做一些事情来缓解这个问题。本科生杰西卡·平克建议和朋友一起参加在线课程,这样你们就可以互相激励,坚持下去。你也可以在课堂讨论板上找到学生,组织一个学习小组,或者安排与教授面对面的会议,讨论课程概念)”可知,本空要说跟“人们之间的互动”有关的话题,故E选项“The chief complain t about online courses is that they lack human interaction. (对在线课程的主要抱怨是它们缺乏人与人之间的互动。)”能引起下文,符合题意。故选E。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
When I decided to buy a house in Europe ten years ago, I didn't think too long. I liked traveling in France, but when it came to picking my favorite spot to ___13___, Italy was the clear winner.
During my first visit to Italy, I ___14___ to ask for directions or order in a restaurant. But every time I tried to ___15___ a sentence of Italian together, the locals smiled at me and ___16___ my language skills. That encouragement helped me to get through the language ___17___. After I made Italy my permanent home, I discovered how ___18___ Italians are. Neighbors will bring me freshly made cheese and will come to my door to ___19___ me to close the window in my car when rain is coming. It's these small ___20___ of kindness that make a new country feel like home.
As a foodie, the way to my heart is through my stomach, and nowhere fuels my ___21___ quite like Italy. Each town has its own traditional ____22____, and every family keeps a recipe passed from one generation to another. Families ____23____ for big meals on Sundays, birthdays, and whatever other excuses they can ____24____. These meals are always ____25____ by laughter and joy. Whatever ____26____ life in Italy might have, the problems are ____27____ once you sit down to a big meal with friends and family.
13. A. study B. rent C. visit D. settle
14. A. planned B. struggled C. refused D. happened
15. A. string B. hang C. mix D. match
16. A. improved B. assessed C. admired D. praised
17. A. course B. barrier C. area D. test
18. A. open-minded B. strong-willed C. warm-hearted D. well-informed
19. A. remind B. allow C. persuade D. order
20. A. tricks B. promises C. acts D. duties
21. A. ambition B. success C. appetite D. growth
22. A. costume B. dish C. symbol D. tale
23. A. gather B. cheer C. leave D. wait
24. A. put up with B. stand up for C. come up with D. make up for
25. A. signaled B. confirmed C. represented D. accompanied
26. A. disadvantages B. meanings C. surprises D. opportunities
27. A. created B. forgotten C. understood D. identified
【答案】13. D 14. B 15. A 16. D 17. B 18. C 19. A 20. C 21. C 22. B 23. A 24. C 25. D 26. A 27. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者十年前选择在意大利定居的原因以及意大利的风土人情。
【13题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我喜欢在法国旅行,但当谈到选择我最喜欢的定居地点时,意大利显然是赢家。A. study学习;B. rent出租;C. visit游览;D. settle定居。根据下文“After I made Italy my permanent home”以及“make a new country feel like home”可推知,此处指作者最喜欢的定居地点。故选D。
【14题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:在我第一次访问意大利时,我很难问路或在餐馆点餐。A. planned计划;B. struggled斗争、吃力地进行;C. refused拒绝;D. happened出现、发生。根据上文“During my first visit to Italy”可推知,此处指作者第一次到意大利,语言不通,很难沟通交流。故选B。
【15题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我试着把一个意大利语句子串在一起,当地人对我微笑,称赞我的语言技能。A. string串起、连成一串;B. hang悬挂;C. mix混合;D. match配对。根据下文“a sentence of Italian together”可推知,此处指作者努力想用意大利语串成一句话。故选A。
【16题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我试着把一个意大利语句子串在一起,当地人对我微笑,称赞我的语言技能。A. improved改进;B. assessed评估;C. admired钦佩;D. praised赞扬。根据上文“the locals smiled at me”以及下文“That encouragement”可推知,此处指作者尝试说意大利语,当地人赞扬作者的语言能力。故选D。
【17题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:这种鼓励帮助我克服了语言障碍。A.course课程;B. barrier障碍;C. area区域;D. test测试。根据上文“the locals smiled at me and praised my language skills. That encouragement helped me”可推知,此处指当地人对作者的鼓励帮助他克服了语言障碍。故选B。
【18题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:当我把意大利作为永久的家后,我发现了意大利人是多么的热情。A. open-minded思想开明的;B. strong-willed思想坚定的;C. warm-hearted热心的;D. well-informed见多识广的。根据下文邻居的热心行为“Neighbors will bring me freshly made cheese and will come to my door”和“close the window in my car when rain is coming.”可推知,此处指邻居是热情的。故选C。
【19题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:邻居们会给我带来新鲜的奶酪,还会在下雨的时候来我家门前提醒我关上车窗。A. remind提醒;B. allow允许;C. persuade说服;D. order命令。根据上文“I discovered how warm-hearted Italians are”以及下文“will come to my door”可推知,此处指热心的邻居在下雨的时候来作者家门前提醒他关上车窗。故选A。
【20题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:正是这些小小的善举让一个新国家有家的感觉。A. tricks技巧;B. promises承诺;C. acts行为;D. duties职责。根据上文“Neighbors will bring me freshly made cheese and will come to my door to remind me to close the window in my car when rain is coming.”可推知,此处指邻居们的善举。故选C。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:作为一个美食家,通往我内心的路是通过我的胃,没有什么地方能像意大利那样刺激我的食欲。A. ambition雄心;B. success成功;C. appetite食欲;D. growth发育。根据上文“As a foodie, the way to my heart is through my stomach”可推知,此处指作者是一个美食家,所以应该是刺激食欲。故选C。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:每个城镇都有自己的传统菜肴,每个家庭都保存着代代相传的食谱。A. costume服装;B. dish菜肴;C. symbol符号;D. tale故事。根据上文“fuels my appetite”以及下文“every family keeps a recipe passed from one generation to another”可推知,此处指意大利各地都有传统菜肴。故选B。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:一家人在星期天、生日以及他们能想出的任何其他借口聚在一起吃大餐。A. gather集合;B. cheer欢呼;C. leave留下;D. wait等待。根据上文“Families”以及下文“with friends and family”可推知,此处指一家人聚集在一起吃饭。故选A。
【24题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:一家人在星期天、生日以及他们能想出的任何其他借口聚在一起吃大餐。A. put up with忍受;B. stand up for支持;C. come up with想出;D. make up for弥补。根据上文“whatever other excuses they can”可推知,此处指家人们为了聚在一起吃饭而想出的理由。故选C。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:这些饭菜总是伴随着笑声和喜悦。A. signaled示意;B. confirmed确认;C. represented代表;D. accompanied伴随。根据下文“by laughter and joy”可推知,此处指家人们在一起用餐时伴随着欢声笑语。固定搭配“accompany by”译为“伴随”。故选D。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:无论意大利的生活有什么缺点,一旦你和朋友和家人坐下来吃顿大餐,这些问题就会被遗忘。A. disadvantages缺点;B. meanings含义;C. surprises惊喜;D. opportunities机会。根据上文“Whatever”以及下文“the problems”可推知,此处指在意大利的生活有什么不如意之处。故选A。
【27题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:无论意大利的生活有什么缺点,一旦你和朋友和家人坐下来吃顿大餐,这些问题就会被遗忘。A. created创建;B. forgotten忘记;C. understood理解;D. identified确认。根据上文“Whatever disadvantages life in Italy might have, the problems”以及下文“once you sit down to a big meal with friends and family”可推知,此处指无论在意大利的生活有什么不如意之处,跟家人们吃一顿饭就会忘记不愉快。故选B。
【点睛】
第二节 语篇语法填空(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。
Most people find sugar hard to resist. Our big brains need lots of energy and sugary foods provide plenty of it. But when calories are too readily available, it is easy to overdo it.
There has been no shortage of research on sugar substitutes that trigger a sweet sensation without the calories, but these alternatives also taste slightly bitter for many people. What’s more, evidence from animal and human studies has linked some to glucose intolerance and weight gain.
One promising alternative is found in the fruit of Synsepalum dulcificum (神秘果), a plant native to West Africa. These miracle berries don’t taste sugary themselves, but if you try something sour afterward, it will taste miraculously sweet. In Benin, the fruit is eaten fresh and is mostly used as a sweetener to have with sour foods and drinks. The berry is appreciated by local consumers, especially the kids and people with diabetes who use it as a substitute for synthetic sugar.
The chemical, a protein named miraculin (神秘果素), was identified in 1968 and a team in Japan discovered how it works in 2011. At neutral pH, miraculin is an antagonist to our sweet taste receptors, meaning it blocks the taste of sweetness. But in the presence of an acid, miraculin changes shape and is able to activate the receptors.
Despite the miracle berry’s promise as a sugar substitute, it is only produced on a smallish scale and isn’t available worldwide. The berries don’t travel well and the plant is slow to grow and mature.
To create an alternative source of miraculin, researchers in Japan have genetically engineered
tomatoes to produce the protein, while another team is working on increasing the production of miracle berries in West Africa. Earlier 2022, a team in China published the genome of Synsepalum dulcificum. A Spanish start-up plans to promote sustainable cultivation of the plant in Ghana and market the dried berries as a food supplement.
28. What is special about Synsepalum dulcificum as a sugar alternative?
A. It contains many calories itself. B. It makes sour food taste sweet.
C. It will gain weight and cause disease. D. It does good to kids and diabetic patients.
29. How do the miracle berries work on sour food?
A. By changing the pH of a food. B. By increasing its sugar content.
C. By producing shape-variable miraculin. D. By weakening the sweet taste receptors.
30. What does the underlined word “antagonist” probably mean in Paragraph 4?
A. Enemy. B. Assistant. C. Trigger. D. Receiver.
31. Why are the miracle berries hard to get?
A. They are only locally available. B. They cannot be grown elsewhere.
C. It is expensive to transport them. D. It takes long to harvest a small amount.
【答案】28. B 29. C 30. A 31. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一种神秘果可以让酸的食物尝起来很甜,介绍了其原理以及这种水果的生长习性等情况。
【28题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“These miracle berries don’t taste sugary themselves, but if you try something sour afterward, it will taste miraculously sweet.(这些神奇的浆果本身尝起来不甜,但如果你之后尝试一些酸的东西,它尝起来会神奇地甜)”可知,神秘果作为糖的替代品其特别之处是它使酸的食物尝起来甜。故选B。
【29题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“But in the presence of an acid, miraculin changes shape and is able to activate the receptors.(但在酸的存在下,神秘果素会改变形状,并能够激活受体)”可知,这种神秘果通过产生形状可变的神秘果素来作用于酸味食物。故选C。
【30题详解】
词句猜测题。根据画线词上文“At neutral pH, miraculin is an”以及后文“to our sweet taste receptors, meaning it blocks the taste of sweetness”可知,在中性pH值下,奇迹霉素是我们甜味感受器的敌人,这意味着它会阻止甜味的味道。故画线词意思是“敌人”。故选A。
【31题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“The berries don’t travel well and the plant is slow to grow and mature.(神秘果不能很好地运输,植物生长和成熟缓慢)”可知,神秘果很难买到是因为收获少量需要很长时间。故选D。
D
Boldness, often defined as the willingness to take risks and face challenges, has long been recognized as a key factor in personal growth and success. While some people believe that success comes from careful planning and avoiding risks, research and real-life examples suggest that boldness plays an equally important role.
A study conducted by psychologists at Stanford University found that individuals who regularly took calculated risks reported higher levels of life satisfaction and career achievement than those who always played it safe. This is not to say that all risks are beneficial. However, the study emphasized that the act of stepping outside one’s comfort zone often leads to unexpected opportunities and personal development.
Consider the case of Jessica Watson, a 16-year-old Australian girl who became the youngest person to sail solo around the world in 2010. Despite warnings from experts about the dangers of such a journey, she persisted. “I knew the risks,” she later said, “but I also knew that the biggest risk in life is not taking any risk at all.” Her journey was not without difficulties. She faced storms, equipment failures, and moments of extreme loneliness. Yet, she emerged stronger and more confident, inspiring millions around the world.
Boldness, however, does not mean recklessness. Successful bold individuals often combine courage with careful preparation. They assess the risks, plan accordingly, and then take decisive action. This combination of courage and preparation is what separates successful risk-takers from those who fail.
In conclusion, while caution and planning have their place, boldness is an essential quality for those who wish to achieve great things. It is not about ignoring risks, but about facing them with courage and preparation. As the saying goes, “Fortune favors the bold.”
32. What does the psychological study mentioned in paragraph 2 mainly show?
A. Taking risks always leads to success.
B. Playing it safe is the key to life satisfaction.
C. Boldness brings more benefits than expected.
D. Planning carefully is more important than boldness.
33. What does the underlined word “recklessness” in paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. Caution. B. Courage. C. Preparation. D. Carelessness.
34. What can be inferred about Jessica Watson’s journey?
A. She was forced to take the journey. B. She had no fears during the journey.
C. It was both challenging and rewarding. D. It was completely smooth and successful.
35. What is the main purpose of this passage?
A. To compare different definitions of success.
B. To warn people about the dangers of risk-taking.
C. To provide a detailed guide to planning a journey.
D. To encourage people to face challenges with courage.
【答案】32. C 33. D 34. C 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文论述胆识对个人成长与成功的重要意义。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“However, the study emphasized that the act of stepping outside one’s comfort zone often leads to unexpected opportunities and personal development.(然而,该研究强调走出舒适区这一行为,往往会带来意想不到的机遇与个人成长。)”可知,心理学研究表明大胆冒险会带来意料之外的益处。
【33题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第四段划线词后的“Successful bold individuals often combine courage with careful preparation.(成功的大胆者通常将勇气与仔细的准备结合起来。)”可推知,大胆并不意味着不加准备、不顾后果。因此,recklessness意为“鲁莽,不顾后果”,与 Carelessness(粗心大意,漫不经心)意思最接近。
【34题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“She faced storms, equipment failures, and moments of extreme loneliness.(她面临风暴、设备故障和极度孤独。)”可知,旅程充满挑战(challenging);根据“Yet, she emerged stronger and more confident.(然而,她变得更强大、更自信。)”可知,这段旅程让她收获了成长,是有回报的(rewarding)。
【35题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文,文章通过研究和真实案例论述了“大胆(boldness)”在个人成长和成功中的重要作用,并在最后一段总结“In conclusion, while caution and planning have their place, boldness is an essential quality for those who wish to achieve great things. It is not about ignoring risks, but about facing them with courage and preparation.(总而言之,尽管谨慎和规划自有其价值,但胆识对于那些想要成就一番事业的人而言,是一项必不可少的品质。胆识不是无视风险,而是带着勇气、做好准备去直面风险。)”可知,文章的主要目的是鼓励人们勇敢地面对挑战。
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。
On hot summer days, when high temperatures often reduce people’s appetite, cold desserts tend to sound far more refreshing than a bowl of hot noodles. In ancient China, nobles enjoyed a special cold food known as Sushan, ____36____ many scholars regard as the earliest form of ice cream.
The name Sushan, meaning crispy mountain, originally ____37____ (come) from its shape as well as its breakable structure. It looked like a small mountain of shaved ice ____38____ (combine) with milk, butter and sugar, and ____39____ (make) it more popular on special occasions, it was sometimes decorated with flowers and leaves.
During the Tang Dynasty, the emperor’s court ____40____ (far) developed this dessert. Milk was sweetened, sometimes thickened with flour, and then iced through advanced ____41____ (cool) methods. Metal containers holding the mixture were often placed in ice with saltpeter (硝石), ____42____ substance that lowers the freezing point of water. This technique made it possible for the upper class to enjoy cold dishes ____43____ the fact that the weather itself was not that cold.
Although Sushan was not exactly the same as modern ice cream, it shared several essential characteristics, and ____44____ (present) in a partly frozen state occasionally. It reflected not only the _____45_____ (innovate) of ancient Chinese people, but also the special status that frozen desserts held in court life.
【答案】36. which
37. came 38. combined
39. to make
40. further
41. cooling
42. a 43. despite
44. was presented
45. innovation
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文介绍了中国古代冷饮酥山,被视为最早的冰淇淋雏形。它由冰与奶等制成,唐代宫廷进一步改良,体现了古人的智慧与当时的饮食文化。
【36题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:在古代中国,贵族们享用一种名为“酥山”的特殊冷食,许多学者认为这种食物是最早的冰淇淋形式。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词Sushan,在从句作宾语,指物,故填which。
【37题详解】
考查时态。句意:“酥山”这个名字的意思是“酥脆的山丘”,它的得名源于其形状以及易碎的结构特点。动作发生在过去用一般过去时。故填came。
【38题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:它看起来就像一堆由碎冰、牛奶、黄油和糖混合而成的“冰山”,为了在特殊场合更受欢迎,有时还会用鲜花和树叶加以装饰。此处combine与a small mountain of shaved ice构成被动关系,故用过去分词作后置定语。故填combined。
【39题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:它看起来就像一堆由碎冰、牛奶、黄油和糖混合而成的“冰山”,为了在特殊场合更受欢迎,有时还会用鲜花和树叶加以装饰。此处make作目的状语,用不定式形式。故填to make。
【40题详解】
考查副词。句意:在唐朝时期,皇帝的宫廷进一步完善了这种甜点的制作工艺。修饰动词develop,表示“进一步”用副词further。故填further。
【41题详解】
考查形容词。句意:牛奶经过了加糖处理,有时还会用面粉加以增稠,然后通过先进的冷却技术进行冰制。修饰methods用形容词cooling。故填cooling。
【42题详解】
考查冠词。句意:用于盛装混合物的金属容器通常会被置于装有硝石的冰块之中。硝石是一种能降低水的凝固点的物质。此处substance为泛指,且是发音以辅音音素开头的单词。故填a。
【43题详解】
考查固定句型。句意:这种技术使得上层阶级即便在天气并不十分寒冷的情况下也能享用冷食。despite the fact that表示“尽管……,即便是……”。故填despite。
【44题详解】
考查时态语态。句意:虽然酥山与现代冰淇淋并非完全相同,但它具备一些共同的特性,并且有时也会以部分冷冻的状态呈现出来。主语it与谓语present构成被动关系,根据上文shared可知为一般过去时的被动语态,谓语用单数。故填was presented。
【45题详解】
考查名词。句意:它不仅体现了中国古代人民的创新精神,还反映了冰冻甜品在宫廷生活中所具有的特殊地位。作动词reflected的宾语,用名词innovation,不可数。故填innovation。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华,你发现校图书馆的书籍存在被勾画涂写的现象。请你向英文报投稿,内容包括:
(1)具体说明情况;
(2) 呼吁爱护书籍。
注意:
(1) 写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Treasure Library Books: Our Shared Responsibility
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】 Treasure Library Books: Our Shared Responsibility
Recently, I’ve noticed a disturbing phenomenon in our school library. Many books have been scribbled and defaced. Some pages are filled with random drawings, while others have important passages underlined or crossed out. Even worse, some books have been torn.
These books are our shared assets, not personal notebooks. They deserve our respect and care. Every mark on them not only ruins the reading experience for others but also shortens their lifespan. Let’s treasure our library books, keeping them in good condition. After all, a well-kept library is a reflection of our school’s culture and our own good character.
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。考生发现校图书馆的藏书存在被勾画涂改的现象。请你向校园电台投稿。
【详解】1.词汇积累
财产:asset → possession/property
乱涂乱画:scribble → scrawl
满是:be filled with → be stuffed with
寿命:lifespan → life expectancy
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:Many books have been scribbled and defaced.
拓展句:There are many books that have been scribbled and defaced.
【点睛】【高分句型 1】Let’s treasure our library books, keeping them in good condition.(运用了现在分词作状语)
【高分句型 2】 Some pages are filled with random drawings, while others have important passages underlined or crossed out.(运用了while连接并列句,表对比)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
It was the day of the big cross-country run. Students from seven different primary schools in and around the small town were warming up and walking the route(路线)through thick evergreen forest.
I looked around and finally spotted David, who was standing by himself off to the side by a fence. He was small for ten years old. His usual big toothy smile was absent today. I walked over and asked him why he wasn’t with the other children. He hesitated and then said he had decided not to run.
What was wrong? He had worked so hard for this event!
I quickly searched the crowd for the school’s coach and asked him what had happened. “I was afraid that kids from other schools would laugh at him,” he explained uncomfortably. “I gave him the choice to run or not, and let him decide.”
I bit back my frustration(懊恼). I knew the coach meant well—he thought he was doing the right thing. After making sure that David could run if he wanted, I turned to find him coming towards me, his small body rocking from side to side as he swung his feet forward.
David had a brain disease which prevented him from walking or running like other children, but at school his classmates thought of him as a regular kid. He always participated to the best of his ability in whatever they were doing. That was why none of the children thought it unusual that David had decided to join the cross-country team. It just took him longer—that’s all. David had not missed a single practice, and although he always finished his run long after the other children, he did always finish. As a special education teacher at the school, I was familiar with the challenges David faced and was proud of his strong determination.
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.
We sat down next to each other, but David wouldn’t look at me.
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I watched as David moved up to the starting line with the other runners.
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【答案】We sat down next to each other, but David wouldn’t look at me. I said gently and quietly, “No one can change your mind, except yourself. If you desire to challenge yourself, there is nothing to do with others’ thoughts.” He sat still with a deep breath. “You have a full preparation before this event, which is the most important reason why you show up here”, I added with a sincere tone. Hearing my words, David turned to me tremblingly with tears spilling out of his eyes and expressed he had made a firm determination to finish the cross-country run. His coach heard what David said and gave me a look—the kind that was more determined than anyone else’s.
I watched as David moved up to the starting line with the other runners. The race started. It seemed that the runway was extremely long for young children, not to mention a child with a brain disease. David insisted on running as if he had forgotten all his weaknesses, though he was tripped over within the a few kilometers. It didn’t take long before he picked himself up again and continued his mission. Classmates all appeared on the racing track, cheering for him. “Come on! You can make it! We are proud of you!” they shouted enthusiastically. To everyone’s joy, he reached the final line and ranked the 20th. It was no more important whether he won the first place or not. It was his brave heart and strong faith that could make something unusual happen finally.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了作者是一名特殊教育教师,在大型越野赛跑那天,发现患有大脑疾病的大卫独自站在一旁。作者问其原因,他说准备放弃比赛。从教练口中得知,因为担心同学们会嘲笑大卫,所以教练想让大卫自己去决定是否参加赛跑。作者让大卫追寻自己的内心,不理会别人的看法,大卫最终参赛,尽管遇到困难,他战胜了自己,这已经无关名次,而是他的勇敢和坚定让这一切成为可能。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“我们挨着坐着,但大卫不愿看我一眼。”可知,第一段可描写作者鼓励大卫继续完成比赛,大卫经过强烈的心理斗争,最终决定参加比赛。
②由第二段首句内容“我看着大卫和其他选手一起走到起跑线上。”可知,第二段可描写大卫开始参赛,虽然中途遇到困难,仍然坚持到最后,完成比赛。
2.续写线索:鼓励大卫——心理变化——决定参赛——克服困难——加油助威——完成比赛——感悟
3.词汇激活:
行动类:
①深呼吸:with a deep breath/breathe deeply
②坚持做:insisted on doing/be stick to doing
情绪类:
①热情:enthusiastically /with great passion
②骄傲:be proud of/take pride in
【点睛】[高分句型1]You have a full preparation before this event, which is the most important reason why you show up here. (由which引导的非限制性定语从句和why引导的限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2]Hearing my words, David turned to me tremblingly with tears spilling out of his eyes and expressed he had made a firm determination to finish the cross-country run. (现在分词作状语和省略that的宾语从句)
[高分句型3]It was his brave heart and strong faith that could make something unusual happen finally. (由It was...that结构引导的强调句型)
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四川天府新区实外高级中学
2026-2027学年度上期高三年级英语学科开学考试试题
考试时间:120分钟 试卷满分:150分
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5个小题;每个小题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。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the speakers do next?
A. Pick up Billy. B. Visit a friend. C. Buy some beans.
2. Who is Andy Clarkes?
A. A TV actor. B. A famous lawyer. C. A public librarian.
3. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Gifts for Jason. B. A baseball game. C. The woman’s retirement.
4. What went on at Cooper’s last night?
A. A movie show. B. A birthday party. C. A sales promotion.
5. What problem do the speakers have?
A. They are late for work. B. They get stuck in traffic. C. They have lost their way.
第二节(共15个小题;每个小题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。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. Where are the speakers?
A. At home. B. At the office. C. At the airport.
7. How does Sarah sound?
A. Anxious. B. Grateful. C. Surprised.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题.
8. What made Miss Johnson choose teaching as a profession?
A. Her passion for the work. B. Pressure from her family. C. A teacher’s encouragement.
9. What does Miss Johnson think is the best part of her job?
A. Being with children. B. Winning others’ respect. C. Learning different things.
10. What does Miss Johnson want her students to become?
A. Creative thinkers. B. Lifelong learners. C. Good communicators.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题.
11. What does Becky like about living with her parents?
A. They have a big house. B. They cook meals for her. C. They pay all her expenses.
12. What does Ethan suggest Becky do regarding her mother?
A. Have patience. B. Express gratitude. C. Provide company.
13. Why is Ethan concerned about his parents living on their own?
A. They may feel lonely. B. They may fail to get along. C. They may have an emergency.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题.
14. Whose speech did the woman listen to this morning?
A. John Miller’s. B. Allan Brown’s. C. David Thompson’s.
15. What is the workshop in the afternoon about?
A. Risk assessment. B. Knowledge economy. C. Employee motivation.
16. What does the woman say about her job?
A. It can be challenging. B. It will be rewarding. C. It is truly interesting.
17. What do the man and the woman both want to do?
A. Apply for a new position.
B. Offer their staff a salary raise.
C. Improve their management skills.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题.
18. What does the speaker probably do?
A. She’s a medical doctor. B. She’s a fitness instructor. C. She’s a swimming coach.
19. What is a common workout mistake?
A. Focusing only on building muscles.
B. Taking too many types of exercises.
C. Doing the same routine all the time.
20. How often does the speaker suggest people do hard workouts?
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
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。
University Room Regulations
Approved and Prohibited Items
The following items are approved for use in residential (住宿的) rooms: electric blankets, hair dryers, personal computers, radios, televisions and DVD players. Items that are not allowed in student rooms include: candles, ceiling fans, fireworks, waterbeds, sun lamps and wireless routers. Please note that any prohibited items will be taken away by the Office of Residence Life.
Access to Residential Rooms
Students are provided with a combination (组合密码) for their room door locks upon check-in. Do not share your room door lock combination with anyone. The Office of Residence Life may change the door lock combination at any time at the expense of the resident if it is found that the student has shared the combination with others. The fee is $25 to change a room combination.
Cooking Policy
Students living in buildings that have kitchens are only permitted to cook in the kitchen. Students must clean up after cooking. This is not the responsibility of housekeeping staff. Kitchens that are not kept clean may be closed for use. With the exception of using a small microwave oven (微波炉) to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms.
Pet Policy
No pets except fish are permitted in student rooms. Students who are found with pets, whether visiting or owned by the student, are subject to an initial fine of $100 and a continuing fine of $50 a day per pet. Students receive written notice when the fine goes into effect. If, one week from the date of written notice, the pet is not removed, the student is referred to the Student Court.
Quiet Hours
Residential buildings must maintain an atmosphere that supports the academic mission of the University. Minimum quiet hours in all campus residences are 11:00 pm to 8:00 am Sunday through Thursday. Quiet hours on Friday and Saturday nights are 1:00 am to 8:00 am. Students who violate quiet hours are subject to a fine of $25.
1. Which of the following items are allowed in student rooms?
A. Ceiling fans and waterbeds.
B. Wireless routers and radios.
C. Hair dryers and candles.
D. TVs and electric blankets.
2. What do we know about the cooking policy?
A. A microwave oven can be used.
B. Cooking in student rooms is permitted.
C. A housekeeper is to clean up the kitchen.
D. Students are to close kitchen doors after cooking.
3. When can students enjoy a party in residences?
A. 7:00 am, Sunday. B. 7:30 am, Thursday.
C. 11:30 pm, Monday. D. 00:30 am, Saturday.
Lino Marrero, 14, of Frisco, Texas, was on the soccer field when the new inspiration hit.
During a break in practice, Lino discovered that his smartphone was dead and he didn’t have a charger. His mind wandered back to a lesson in school on kinetic energy, a kind of energy produced by an object in motion. Lino thought, “What if I could make use of the energy wasted on the field to power the phone? ”
That moment led Lino to invent the Kinetic Kickz 2.0. It’s something like a rechargeable battery that fits into the sole (鞋底) of a shoe, collecting energy produced from walking. The energy can then be used to power portable devices. Marrero calculates that 12 minutes of walking can generate enough kinetic energy to charge 10% of a cellphone battery.
A device like this could change everyday life for many people. All around the world, there are people who don’t have access to electricity. Being able to even light up a little lightbulb on their ceiling would make a big difference. He dreamed that the technology could be used to create clean energy and limit the effects of climate change.
Lino came up with his first invention when he was in fourth grade. He invented String Ring, an adjustable ban that protects the fingers as they move along the strings of a cello. It won first place in a state competition. Now Lino’s developing a String Ring for guitar player.
“It’s usually been about helping other people, for me, ” Lino says about inventing. The ninth grader encourages others to see their everyday problems as opportunities to come up with ideas for inventions, too. “ Kids are better inventors than grown-ups at times, because they can be more creative, ” Lino says. “ I just want to inspire more people to want to become inventors and help change the world. ”
4. What motivated Lino to invent Kinetic Kickz 2.0?
A. His everyday practice on the soccer field.
B. His concerns for the environment protection.
C. The helplessness when his phone was out of power.
D. The knowledge he learned during his physics lessons.
5. What does the Kinetic Kickz do?
A. It changes people’s thought of fashion.
B. It promotes the performance of batteries.
C. It has completely changed people’s life.
D. It could store the energy generated from moving.
6. Which of the following best describes Marrero?
A. Responsible and creative. B. Devoted and ambitious.
C. Demanding and cooperative. D. Optimistic and generous.
7. What does the text intend to do?
A. Present a new technology. B. Tell a story of an inventive boy.
C. Introduce an energy- gathering device. D. Explain the way to become an inventor.
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。
In the past few years, online learning has become a significant part of the university and college experience. ___8___ But are all online courses created equal? How can you be sure that digital learning is right for you? ___9___ We interviewed students and professors to get their advice about online courses.
The most obvious advantage of online learning is that you can study anywhere and anytime. ___10___ “I think a point that many people lose sight of is how easy it can be to fall behind schedule,” says graduate student Amanda Bindman. Before choosing to study online, consider whether you’re a self-motivated learner and if the material seems interesting enough to keep you going.
The tip that comes up most often is simple: build online courses into your weekly schedule, just like what you would do with in person courses. ___11___ He noted that his online students usually end up with lower grades. It is so easy to let an online course slide, but your grades will suffer as a result. Be sure to schedule set times to watch your lectures, read materials and contribute to online discussion boards.
___12___ A social connection is often a big part of learning. There are things you can do to ease this problem. Jessica Pink, an undergraduate student, suggests taking online courses with a friend, so you can motivate each other to stay on track. You can also find students on the class discussion board to organize a study group, or schedule in-person meeting s with your professor to discuss course concepts.
A. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t deadlines.
B. Your motivation should be your main concern.
C. Do you know that online courses are also part of your education?
D. Professor Alex Davidson teaches the same course in person and online.
E. The chief complaint about online courses is that they lack human interaction.
F. If you take an online course, what can you do to ensure the best possible grade?
G. A survey found that 29 percent of college students registered for online courses.
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。
When I decided to buy a house in Europe ten years ago, I didn't think too long. I liked traveling in France, but when it came to picking my favorite spot to ___13___, Italy was the clear winner.
During my first visit to Italy, I ___14___ to ask for directions or order in a restaurant. But every time I tried to ___15___ a sentence of Italian together, the locals smiled at me and ___16___ my language skills. That encouragement helped me to get through the language ___17___. After I made Italy my permanent home, I discovered how ___18___ Italians are. Neighbors will bring me freshly made cheese and will come to my door to ___19___ me to close the window in my car when rain is coming. It's these small ___20___ of kindness that make a new country feel like home.
As a foodie, the way to my heart is through my stomach, and nowhere fuels my ___21___ quite like Italy. Each town has its own traditional ____22____, and every family keeps a recipe passed from one generation to another. Families ____23____ for big meals on Sundays, birthdays, and whatever other excuses they can ____24____. These meals are always ____25____ by laughter and joy. Whatever ____26____ life in Italy might have, the problems are ____27____ once you sit down to a big meal with friends and family.
13. A. study B. rent C. visit D. settle
14. A. planned B. struggled C. refused D. happened
15. A. string B. hang C. mix D. match
16. A. improved B. assessed C. admired D. praised
17. A. course B. barrier C. area D. test
18. A. open-minded B. strong-willed C. warm-hearted D. well-informed
19. A. remind B. allow C. persuade D. order
20. A. tricks B. promises C. acts D. duties
21. A. ambition B. success C. appetite D. growth
22. A. costume B. dish C. symbol D. tale
23. A. gather B. cheer C. leave D. wait
24. A. put up with B. stand up for C. come up with D. make up for
25. A. signaled B. confirmed C. represented D. accompanied
26. A. disadvantages B. meanings C. surprises D. opportunities
27. A. created B. forgotten C. understood D. identified
第二节 语篇语法填空(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。
Most people find sugar hard to resist. Our big brains need lots of energy and sugary foods provide plenty of it. But when calories are too readily available, it is easy to overdo it.
There has been no shortage of research on sugar substitutes that trigger a sweet sensation without the calories, but these alternatives also taste slightly bitter for many people. What’s more, evidence from animal and human studies has linked some to glucose intolerance and weight gain.
One promising alternative is found in the fruit of Synsepalum dulcificum (神秘果), a plant native to West Africa. These miracle berries don’t taste sugary themselves, but if you try something sour afterward, it will taste miraculously sweet. In Benin, the fruit is eaten fresh and is mostly used as a sweetener to have with sour foods and drinks. The berry is appreciated by local consumers, especially the kids and people with diabetes who use it as a substitute for synthetic sugar.
The chemical, a protein named miraculin (神秘果素), was identified in 1968 and a team in Japan discovered how it works in 2011. At neutral pH, miraculin is an antagonist to our sweet taste receptors, meaning it blocks the taste of sweetness. But in the presence of an acid, miraculin changes shape and is able to activate the receptors.
Despite the miracle berry’s promise as a sugar substitute, it is only produced on a smallish scale and isn’t available worldwide. The berries don’t travel well and the plant is slow to grow and mature.
To create an alternative source of miraculin, researchers in Japan have genetically engineered
tomatoes to produce the protein, while another team is working on increasing the production of miracle berries in West Africa. Earlier 2022, a team in China published the genome of Synsepalum dulcificum. A Spanish start-up plans to promote sustainable cultivation of the plant in Ghana and market the dried berries as a food supplement.
28. What is special about Synsepalum dulcificum as a sugar alternative?
A. It contains many calories itself. B. It makes sour food taste sweet.
C. It will gain weight and cause disease. D. It does good to kids and diabetic patients.
29. How do the miracle berries work on sour food?
A. By changing the pH of a food. B. By increasing its sugar content.
C. By producing shape-variable miraculin. D. By weakening the sweet taste receptors.
30. What does the underlined word “antagonist” probably mean in Paragraph 4?
A. Enemy. B. Assistant. C. Trigger. D. Receiver.
31. Why are the miracle berries hard to get?
A. They are only locally available. B. They cannot be grown elsewhere.
C. It is expensive to transport them. D. It takes long to harvest a small amount.
D
Boldness, often defined as the willingness to take risks and face challenges, has long been recognized as a key factor in personal growth and success. While some people believe that success comes from careful planning and avoiding risks, research and real-life examples suggest that boldness plays an equally important role.
A study conducted by psychologists at Stanford University found that individuals who regularly took calculated risks reported higher levels of life satisfaction and career achievement than those who always played it safe. This is not to say that all risks are beneficial. However, the study emphasized that the act of stepping outside one’s comfort zone often leads to unexpected opportunities and personal development.
Consider the case of Jessica Watson, a 16-year-old Australian girl who became the youngest person to sail solo around the world in 2010. Despite warnings from experts about the dangers of such a journey, she persisted. “I knew the risks,” she later said, “but I also knew that the biggest risk in life is not taking any risk at all.” Her journey was not without difficulties. She faced storms, equipment failures, and moments of extreme loneliness. Yet, she emerged stronger and more confident, inspiring millions around the world.
Boldness, however, does not mean recklessness. Successful bold individuals often combine courage with careful preparation. They assess the risks, plan accordingly, and then take decisive action. This combination of courage and preparation is what separates successful risk-takers from those who fail.
In conclusion, while caution and planning have their place, boldness is an essential quality for those who wish to achieve great things. It is not about ignoring risks, but about facing them with courage and preparation. As the saying goes, “Fortune favors the bold.”
32. What does the psychological study mentioned in paragraph 2 mainly show?
A. Taking risks always leads to success.
B. Playing it safe is the key to life satisfaction.
C. Boldness brings more benefits than expected.
D. Planning carefully is more important than boldness.
33. What does the underlined word “recklessness” in paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. Caution. B. Courage. C. Preparation. D. Carelessness.
34. What can be inferred about Jessica Watson’s journey?
A. She was forced to take the journey. B. She had no fears during the journey.
C. It was both challenging and rewarding. D. It was completely smooth and successful.
35. What is the main purpose of this passage?
A. To compare different definitions of success.
B. To warn people about the dangers of risk-taking.
C. To provide a detailed guide to planning a journey.
D. To encourage people to face challenges with courage.
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。
On hot summer days, when high temperatures often reduce people’s appetite, cold desserts tend to sound far more refreshing than a bowl of hot noodles. In ancient China, nobles enjoyed a special cold food known as Sushan, ____36____ many scholars regard as the earliest form of ice cream.
The name Sushan, meaning crispy mountain, originally ____37____ (come) from its shape as well as its breakable structure. It looked like a small mountain of shaved ice ____38____ (combine) with milk, butter and sugar, and ____39____ (make) it more popular on special occasions, it was sometimes decorated with flowers and leaves.
During the Tang Dynasty, the emperor’s court ____40____ (far) developed this dessert. Milk was sweetened, sometimes thickened with flour, and then iced through advanced ____41____ (cool) methods. Metal containers holding the mixture were often placed in ice with saltpeter (硝石), ____42____ substance that lowers the freezing point of water. This technique made it possible for the upper class to enjoy cold dishes ____43____ the fact that the weather itself was not that cold.
Although Sushan was not exactly the same as modern ice cream, it shared several essential characteristics, and ____44____ (present) in a partly frozen state occasionally. It reflected not only the _____45_____ (innovate) of ancient Chinese people, but also the special status that frozen desserts held in court life.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华,你发现校图书馆的书籍存在被勾画涂写的现象。请你向英文报投稿,内容包括:
(1)具体说明情况;
(2) 呼吁爱护书籍。
注意:
(1) 写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
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第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
It was the day of the big cross-country run. Students from seven different primary schools in and around the small town were warming up and walking the route(路线)through thick evergreen forest.
I looked around and finally spotted David, who was standing by himself off to the side by a fence. He was small for ten years old. His usual big toothy smile was absent today. I walked over and asked him why he wasn’t with the other children. He hesitated and then said he had decided not to run.
What was wrong? He had worked so hard for this event!
I quickly searched the crowd for the school’s coach and asked him what had happened. “I was afraid that kids from other schools would laugh at him,” he explained uncomfortably. “I gave him the choice to run or not, and let him decide.”
I bit back my frustration(懊恼). I knew the coach meant well—he thought he was doing the right thing. After making sure that David could run if he wanted, I turned to find him coming towards me, his small body rocking from side to side as he swung his feet forward.
David had a brain disease which prevented him from walking or running like other children, but at school his classmates thought of him as a regular kid. He always participated to the best of his ability in whatever they were doing. That was why none of the children thought it unusual that David had decided to join the cross-country team. It just took him longer—that’s all. David had not missed a single practice, and although he always finished his run long after the other children, he did always finish. As a special education teacher at the school, I was familiar with the challenges David faced and was proud of his strong determination.
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.
We sat down next to each other, but David wouldn’t look at me.
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I watched as David moved up to the starting line with the other runners.
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