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Period Six Writing Workshop & Other parts
Ⅰ.1.brochure 2.aftershock 3.metal 4.shelters
5.skiing
Ⅱ.1.disappearance 2.varied/various 3.scary 4.harmless
5.originality 6.rising
Ⅲ.1.is home to 2.held on 3.fell down 4.are native to
5.move away from
Ⅳ.1.If possible 2.hadn’t helped me; wouldn’t have passed
3.enjoying the warm sunshine
Ⅴ.【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了气候变化导致非洲之角等地极端天气事件增加,而撒哈拉以南的非洲的传统天气预报模型不够准确,在此背景下,气候科学家将人工智能融入传统天气预报方法中,开发出一种新的建模方法来提高极端天气的预报准确性。
1.A 推理判断题。根据第一段“Climate change is speeding up the frequency and seriousness of extreme (极端的) weather events in places like the Horn of Africa, where deadly floods and the worst drought hit in decades. Besides, traditional weather forecast (预报) models in sub-Saharan Africa often aren’t dependable enough to forecast extreme weather events accurately (准确地) ahead of time, leaving the areas at risk. Based on the facts, accurate and timely forecasts are important to safeguard lives and livelihoods.”可推知,作者在第一段想强调使用新天气预报模型的必要性。故选A。
2.C 细节理解题。根据第二段中“By using both physical atmospheric processes in traditional forecasting and AI, researchers develop a first-of-its-kind new modeling approach to give more accurate rainfall forecasts.”可知,新的天气预报模型将人工智能与传统方法相结合。故选C。
3.B 细节理解题。根据第三段中“According to Shruti Nath, this model, which only requires a notebook computer to run, without the need for expensive supercomputers, gives local meteorological (气象的) organizations an affordable way of making more accurate forecasts in an area where there is a shortage of accurate observational data.”(根据Shruti Nath的说法,这种模型只需要一台笔记本电脑即可运行,而不需要昂贵的超级计算机,为当地气象组织提供了一种经济实惠的方式,可以在缺乏准确观测数据的地区做出更准确的预测。)可知,新的天气预报模型成本低。故选B。
4.C 主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其是根据第二段中“Climate scientists are building artificial intelligence (AI) into the traditional weather forecasting method in East Africa to improve the accuracy of extreme weather forecasts.”可知,文章主要介绍了在撒哈拉以南的非洲,气候科学家将人工智能融入传统天气预报方法中,以提高极端天气预报的准确性,C项(人工智能帮助改善撒哈拉以南的非洲的天气预报)最能概括全文。故选C。
Ⅵ.【文章大意】 这是一篇说明文。短文介绍了由于过度捕捞,深海鱼类的数量骤降,作者呼吁采取保护措施。
1.G 根据上文“People still want to eat fish, so the fishing industry must look at other sources, especially the deep waters of the Atlantic.”(人们仍然想吃鱼,因此渔业必须寻找其他来源,特别是大西洋的深水区。)可推知,选项应承接上文,说明以上做法导致的不良影响。故G选项(这导致许多被捕获物种的数量急剧下降。)切题。故选G。
2.D 根据上文“Research on five such species shows that numbers have declined by between 87 percent and 98 percent.”(对五种这样的物种的研究表明,其数量已经下降了87%到98%。)可知,数量下降到了一定程度,我们便称它们为“极度濒危”物种。故D选项(这使得它们被归为“极度濒危”物种。)切题,this指代上文提到的“…numbers have declined by between 87 percent and 98 percent.”。故选D。
3.C 根据上文“Deep-sea fish take a long time to reproduce and normally live for many years.”(深海鱼类需要很长时间繁殖,通常可以活很多年。)以及下文“The average size of such fish also declined, with one species showing a 57 percent decline in average size. This is of particular concern, as large fish tend to produce more offspring (后代) than small ones.”(这些鱼的平均体型也在下降,其中一个物种的平均体型下降了57%。这一点值得特别关注,因为大鱼往往比小鱼生育更多的后代。)可知,选项应承上启下,说明深海鱼类的繁殖率非常低。故C选项(不幸的是,它们的繁殖率非常低。)切题。故选C。
4.E 根据下文“The deep-sea species have been caught as if they were the fast-breeding (快速繁殖的) fish like sardines and herring. It is like killing elephants as if they reproduced at the same rate as rabbits.”可知,渔业忽略了一些物种繁殖速度慢的事实。故E选项(渔业没有考虑到这些事实。)切题。故选E。
5.A 根据上文“Millions of people make a living in the fishing industry.”(数百万人以渔业为生。)可知,选项与上文为并列关系,说明渔业对人的重要作用。故A选项(数十亿人依赖鱼类获取蛋白质。)切题。故选A。
Ⅶ.【文章大意】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了James Murray和他的助理们在Scriptorium中编纂《牛津英语词典》的艰辛历程,以及该词典的出版和后续更新情况。
1.building 考查名词。此处作主语,应用名词building,根据was可知,building应用单数形式。故填building。
2.written 考查非谓语动词。write与其逻辑主语之间为被动关系,应用过去分词。故填written。
3.that 考查强调句型。本句为强调句“It is/was+not until…+that+其他成分.”,应用that。故填that。
4.his 考查代词。此处修饰名词短语life’s work,应用形容词性物主代词his,作定语。故填his。
5.came 考查动词时态。根据语境可知,句子陈述过去发生的事情,应用一般过去时。故填came。
6.was published 考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。the dictionary与publish之间为被动关系,且陈述过去的动作,应用一般过去时的被动语态,主语是单数,be动词使用was。故填was published。
7.countries 考查名词复数。country为可数名词,且有other修饰,应用复数形式,作宾语。故填countries。
8.and 考查连词。前后句为并列关系,应用并列连词and。故填and。
9.where 考查连接副词。of后接宾语从句,空处在从句中作地点状语,应用连接副词where引导。故填where。
10.important 考查形容词。此处修饰名词part,应用形容词important “重要的”,作定语。故填important。
Ⅷ.第一节
One possible version:
An activity of keeping green plants
To create a greener school environment, our school launched an initiative which encouraged each class to keep green plants.
First, each class was tasked with selecting a type of plant to care for. It was also worth mentioning that we took on various responsibilities from watering and fertilizing plants to monitoring growth. Besides that, we organized a small exhibition, which allowed us to display our plants and share our experiences.
Overall, the initiative was fun and meaningful. Not only did it create a healthier environment, but it also fostered a greater appreciation for nature among us.
第二节
【思路点拨】 本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了James Dotson在家中的花园里劳作时听到叫声,他在屋后的树林里发现一只受伤的小鹿被困在深坑中。Dotson救出了小鹿,并将其带回家中照顾。Dotson的女儿Maggie对小鹿非常感兴趣,想要收养它并给它取名为Paxton。Dotson作为当地的兽医尽力帮助小鹿恢复健康,他对Maggie说,小鹿是野生动物,不能留在家里。Maggie虽然感到担心和难过,但在父亲的安慰下相信小鹿会好起来。
【详解】
1. 段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“Paxton在他们家被照顾得很好。”可知,第一段可描写Paxton在Dotson家中的恢复过程以及Dotson提出把Paxton送回去。
②由第二段首句内容“现在是时候把Paxton送到它所属的地方了——大自然。”可知,第二段可描写Paxton回归自然的过程以及Maggie对此的感受和领悟。
2. 续写线索:照顾—恢复—Maggie拒绝放归—点头答应—Paxton回归大自然—感悟
One possible version:
Paxton was taken good care of in their home. Mr Dotson attended to Paxton’s injured leg. Maggie never left home without (双重否定结构) feeding him first thing every morning. With time and effort, not only did the deer get (部分倒装结构) his strength back, but he began to eat carrots right out of Maggie’s hand. Everything went on well until Mr Dotson said it was time to set Paxton free (时间状语从句). Maggie shook her head and refused. Patting her gently on the head, Mr Dotson said, “Paxton needs to be with his parents, just like you. You love Paxton and wish him happy, right?” Maggie seemingly understood and nodded her head.
Now it was time to send Paxton to where it belonged—nature. Paxton walked into the woods with Mr Dotson and Maggie, running and jumping (现在分词作状语). Maggie kissed Paxton, “It’s time for you to reunite with your parents. I will miss you, Paxton.” Away ran Paxton quickly (全部倒装结构). Maggie couldn’t help crying. Suddenly, she found Paxton stopped in his tracks and looked back at her as if trying to express deep, unspoken gratitude (省略结构). After a few seconds, he disappeared into the woods. Bathed in the golden sunlight, and hugged tightly by her father (过去分词作状语), Maggie finally understood the true meaning of love.
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Period Six Writing Workshop & Other parts
●Ⅰ 单词拼写(每小题1分,满分5分)
1.She was lost in the imaginary world described in the (小册子) about the fantasy movie.
2.Many people were still scared when the (余震) hit.
3.Eventually, (金属) needles began to appear and replaced stone needles.
4.The organization provides food and (避难所) for the homeless people in the city.
5.John likes winter because he can make snowmen and go s with his friends.
●Ⅱ 单句填空(每小题1.5分,满分9分)
1.The (disappear) of the wolves brings disaster to the grassland and has inevitable negative effects on the farmers.
2.The location offers (vary) activities for tourists, such as swimming,hiking, and visiting local museums.
3.In the imaginary story, the hero had to face many (scare) challenges to save his friends.
4.The government’s environmental policy aims to ensure that industrial development is (harm) to nature.
5.We need to encourage students’ (original) in their studies by providing more optional projects.
6.Yesterday on the top of Mount Tai, we excitedly observed the sun (rise)from the sea of clouds.
●Ⅲ 短语填空(每小题2分,满分10分)
1.The ocean (是……的家园) a variety of creatures.
2.The old lady (握住) to my arm as I helped her cross the busy street.
3.Many buildings (倒塌) in the hurricane , causing lots of deaths and injuries.
4.These plants (原产自) North America but are now cultivated worldwide for their health benefits.
5.It’s important to (远离) the edge of the cliff to ensure your safety.
●Ⅳ 句型训练(每小题3分,满分9分)
1.我这周末计划举办一场生日派对。如果可能的话,我希望你能来和我一起庆祝。
I’m planning a birthday party this weekend. , I hope you can come and celebrate with me. (省略结构)
2.要是你没有帮助我学习,我就无法通过那场艰难的考试。
If you with my studies, I the difficult exam. (虚拟语气)
3.她轻快地朝着公园走去,享受着温暖的阳光。
She walked briskly towards the park, . (分词作状语)
●Ⅴ 阅读理解(每小题2.5分,满分10分)
Climate change is speeding up the frequency and seriousness of extreme (极端的) weather events in places like the Horn of Africa, where deadly floods and the worst drought hit in decades. Besides, traditional weather forecast (预报) models in sub-Saharan Africa often aren’t dependable enough to forecast extreme weather events accurately (准确地) ahead of time, leaving the areas at risk. Based on the facts, accurate and timely forecasts are important to safeguard lives and livelihoods.
Climate scientists are building artificial intelligence (AI) into the traditional weather forecasting method in East Africa to improve the accuracy of extreme weather forecasts. By using both physical atmospheric processes in traditional forecasting and AI, researchers develop a first-of-its-kind new modeling approach to give more accurate rainfall forecasts.“We start from the traditional forecasts and add the AI model over it to make up for what the traditional forecasts have missed, so that the final forecast results can more accurately match the data that has actually been observed,” explains Shruti Nath, a climate scientist and researcher at the University of Oxford Department of Physics.
According to Shruti Nath, this model, which only requires a notebook computer to run, without the need for expensive supercomputers, gives local meteorological (气象的) organizations an affordable way of making more accurate forecasts in an area where there is a shortage of accurate observational data. The researchers say the project could change early warning systems in East Africa, making the area get better prepared for the extreme weather caused by climate change.
Traditionally, many forecasting organizations in Africa didn’t have good computational resources. The project is supported by an IT company, which provides funding and computational resources. This approach gives them the ability to use AI to make forecasting at the least computational expense.
The model is currently being rolled out in Kenya and Ethiopia. If successful in East Africa, researchers hope to use it in other parts of the world facing similar challenges. More countries are trying to spread the technology as well as build local ownership and trust.
( )1.What does the author want to stress in the first paragraph?
A.The necessity of using the new weather forecast model.
B.The great climate change caused by human activities.
C.The seriousness of the flood and drought in Africa.
D.Little progress has been made in weather forecasts.
( )2.How does the new weather forecast model work?
A.It needs much less observational data.
B.It uses supercomputers to process data.
C.It combines AI with the traditional method.
D.It depends on AI instead of the former way.
( )3.What can we say about the new weather forecast model?
A.It runs slowly.
B.It is low-cost.
C.It doesn’t work as wished.
D.It is geographically limited.
( )4.What can be the most suitable title for the text?
A.Climate change and its effects on Africa
B.Uncertainty of weather forecasts with AI
C.AI helping improve weather forecasts in sub-Saharan Africa
D.The challenges faced by traditional weather forecast model
●Ⅵ 阅读七选五(每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
There has been a very serious decline in the numbers of shallow-water fish as a result of overfishing. People still want to eat fish, so the fishing industry must look at other sources, especially the deep waters of the Atlantic. 1.
Conservation measures will have to be put in place if these deep-sea fish are to survive. Research on five such species shows that numbers have declined by between 87 percent and 98 percent. 2. Many species could well disappear completely if the present trend continues. These are species that have been swimming in our oceans for hundreds of millions of years.
The problem is emphasized by the fact that the decline in numbers happened in less than twenty years. Deep-sea fish take a long time to reproduce and normally live for many years. 3. The average size of such fish also declined, with one species showing a 57 percent decline in average size. This is of particular concern, as large fish tend to produce more offspring (后代) than small ones.
4. The deep-sea species have been caught as if they were the fast-breeding (快速繁殖的) fish like sardines and herring. It is like killing elephants as if they reproduced at the same rate as rabbits.
The damage done by overfishing goes beyond the sea environment. Millions of people make a living in the fishing industry. 5. Measures must be taken to not only conserve ecosystems, but also sustain livelihoods and ensure food security.
A.Billions of people depend on fish for protein.
B.Many people now choose not to eat deep-sea fish.
C.Unfortunately, their reproduction rate is very low.
D.This puts them in the category of “critically endangered”.
E.None of these facts has been taken into account by the fishing industry.
F.Overfishing is a major cause of decline in populations of ocean wildlife.
G.This has resulted in a sharp decline in the numbers of many of the species caught.
●Ⅶ 语法填空(每小题1.5分,满分15分)
James Murray (1837—1915) did most of his work in a small metal house called the Scriptorium. That small 1. (build), hot in summer and cold in winter, was the place where Murray and his assistants collected millions of pieces of paper, each one with a word and an example sentence or phrase 2. (write) on it. Murray and his assistants worked hard, but after five years they had only reached the word “ant”!
It was not until 1928 3. the dictionary was declared complete and published: 10 volumes with over 400,000 words and phrases. James Murray did not live to see the completion of 4. (he) life’s work; he passed away in 1915, over a decade before The Oxford English Dictionary 5. (come) out.
As soon as the dictionary 6. (publish), however, the editors started to update it! In 1933, the dictionary was reprinted in 12 volumes. Between 1972 and 1986, four more volumes were added with new technical and scientific vocabulary and words from other English-speaking 7. (country), such as Canada, the USA, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. In 1989, the entire dictionary was reprinted in 20 volumes! Three years later, all 20 volumes were put onto CD-ROM, 8. the entire dictionary is available online today.
With about 600,000 words and three million quotations from over 1,000 years of English, the dictionary is not only a record of 9. the English language has come from but has also become an 10. (importance) part of the history of English-speaking cultures around the world.
●Ⅷ 写作
第一节 应用文写作(满分15分)
假定你是国际学校的学生李华,你校发起了一项活动,倡议每个班级都养绿植。请你给学校微信公众号写一篇英文短文投稿,介绍相关情况,内容包括:
1.活动的目的;
2.活动的内容;
3.活动的效果和反响。
注意:词数80个左右。
参考词汇:发起launch 倡议initiative 施肥fertilize 培养foster
An activity of keeping green plants
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was a sunny day. James Dotson was labouring in his garden when a loud, painful cry came from the woods behind his home. Realizing something wrong must have happened, he rushed towards the woods quickly. Soon he found an injured baby deer lying in a pit (深坑), one of his skinny legs bleeding. So weak was the little deer that it didn’t have the strength to move when Mr Dotson approached. He squatted (蹲下) and stretched out his hands to the deer with great care and pulled it up.
As he carried the little deer towards their home, his daughter Maggie rushed outside and greeted her father with great excitement.
“Wow, a deer! What happened to him, daddy?” asked Maggie.
“Well, the poor deer’s left leg is hurt badly,” Mr Dotson said gently while walking into the sitting room.
Maggie followed her father to take a better look. “Poor little deer. Can we keep him, daddy? And I will call him Paxton.”
“That’s a fine name for a deer, Maggie. We’ll do everything we can to help him,” smiled Mr Dotson. “But we can’t keep him. He’s a wild animal.”
After Mr Dotson carefully placed the little deer on the floor, he asked Maggie to go to the kitchen and get his medical bag. The little deer was in luck. He was being attended to by James Dotson, the local veterinarian.
In a flash, Maggie rushed outside carrying his medical bag and a small carrot she had grabbed from the refrigerator. Maggie handed her father the bag and then placed the carrot by Paxton’s mouth, but the poor creature wasn’t interested. It was so unsettled, hardly able to eat anything and had such an air of sadness on its face. Maggie was worried and sad. However, her father convinced her that Paxton would be OK.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
Paxton was taken good care of in their home.
Paragraph 2:
Now it was time to send Paxton to where it belonged—nature.
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