高中英语单元测试——Unit 1 Laugh out Loud!（适中版02）

高中英语单元测试——Unit 1 Laugh out Loud!（适中版02）（解析版） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．The upcoming presentation. B．The importance of humor. C．The requirement of writing a story. 2．（本题1.5分）What is the man’ s advice? A．To laugh a lot. B．To take some medicine. C．To ask for help. 3．（本题1.5分）What did the girls do in the history class? A．They were late. B．They criticized others. C．They improperly laughed. 4．（本题1.5分）Where does the conversation take place? A．At home. B．At school. C．In a hospital. 5．（本题1.5分）How do the speakers sound? A．Surprised. B．Exhausted. C．Humorous. （本题3分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)Which movie will the speakers choose to see? A．A comedy film. B．A horror film. C．A war film. 7．(1.5分)How will the speakers buy the tickets? A．On a website. B．Through an app. C．From the box office. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What kind of movie does the woman want to watch? A．A comedy. B．A horror movie. C．An action movie. 9．(1.5分)What time will they probably meet? A．At 6:30. B．At 7:00. C．At 7:30. （本题4.5分）听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。 10．(1.5分)According to the woman, what has happened to news programs and documentaries on TV? A．Their quality has improved. B．Their number has decreased. C．They have become more popular. 11．(1.5分)What is the man’s opinion of reality shows and game shows? A．They are stupid and worthless. B．They are entertaining and make him laugh. C．They are educational and informative. 12．(1.5分)What does the man believe is the main purpose of television? A．To educate the public. B．To report news accurately. C．To provide entertainment. （本题6分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 13．(1.5分)How many years in a row has Finland ranked No. 1 in the report? A．Six. B．Seven. C．Ten. 14．(1.5分)What did Frank Martela say about Finnish people? A．They always live a healthy lifestyle. B．They have a strong sense of humor. C．They are willing to help each other. 15．(1.5分)Which country ranked No. 12 in this year’s report? A．Germany. B．Kuwait. C．Costa Rica. 16．(1.5分)Why did Denmark rank No. 2 in this year’s report? A．For its education system. B．For its level of equality. C．For its sense of belonging. （本题6分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 17．(1.5分)What do visitors experience first when they enter the museum? A．The ball pool. B．The white smoke. C．The washing machine. 18．(1.5分)What inspired Andrea Golubic to create the museum? A．Her visit to museums. B．Her childhood photo. C．Her negative feelings. 19．(1.5分)What can the interactive places offer in the museum? A．History of humor. B．Singing contests. C．Wrestling courses. 20．(1.5分)What does Zura Bucik think of the HaHaHouse? A．It provides fun indoor exercise. B．It can serve as emotional healing. C．It may help people remember their childhood. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Are you looking to have a classic science fiction book collection? Here are four of the top sci-fi authors to ever write in the genre (体裁). Aldous Huxley Aldous Huxley’s influence is huge and lasts until this day. His writing almost predicts many of the ways in which science would change the world and shapes scientific and technological advancements. Brave New World ($11.31) is still widely considered one of the most important novels of all time. Huxley is considered a philosopher outside of his work as an author. Robert A．Heinlein Having helped to establish some of the biggest and best subgenres within sci-fi, Robert A．Heinlein was also one of the first writers to explore themes related to society through science fiction. For newcomers to Heinlein, Stranger in a Strange Land ($11.94) and Starship Troopers ($15.39) are excellent starting points. Larry Niven Larry Niven is one of the most imaginative authors to ever publish in the science fiction genre. Perhaps best known for his Ringworld series ($36.42), Niven has released a mixture of hard sci-fi, humorous works, and even stories with a sort of private eye feel to them. Niven is so widely known that there is such a thing as Niven’s Laws, a series of rules explaining the universe through Niven’s viewpoint. Douglas Adams The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy ($11.29) is the first book in his highly popular series of comedy science fiction novels, and Adams’ works continue to be adapted and enjoyed to this very day. Although Adams wasn’t a sci-fi novelist in the traditional sense, having originally released The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy as a radio play, the impact of his work earned him a spot on this list. 21．(2.5分)What is special about Aldous Huxley’s writing? A．It connects with philosophy. B．It is widely adapted for movies. C．It is difficult for sci-fi beginners. D．It predicts scientific development. 22．(2.5分)Which sci-fi novel explores social topics? A．Brave New World. B．The Ringworld series. C．Stranger in a Strange Land. D．The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. 23．(2.5分)What do the Ringworld series and The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy have in common? A．They both focus on the universe. B．They are both entertaining to read. C．They are both basically radio plays. D．They both describe science’s influence. （本题10分）Sweta Mantrii, now 36, was born with spina bifida (脊柱裂) in India, which caused her to walk using a walking stick. Despite the physical challenges, she was determined to lead an active life. Sweta’s foray (尝试) into comedy initially came from her admiration for Indian comedians like Aditi Mittal, Azeem Banatwalla, and Daniel Fernandes. Encouraged by their ability to connect with the audience through humor, she decided to engage in comedy herself, exploring the work of global comedians and shaping her own comedic style. When Sweta first stepped into comedy in 2016 in her hometown Pune, she noticed people often pulled back when they saw her on stage. “It was difficult because people weren’t used to the idea of a disabled woman doing comedy; it was a real downer,” she recalls. To get people to accept her as a comic, Sweta began her sets by reading the room and accommodating her jokes to the audience’s moods. It took some time to understand which jokes landed and which didn’t. She spent the first few minutes easing the audience into her performance before delivering her strongest jokes. At one of her early comedy shows, Sweta faced a tough setup, making it hard for her to manage her stick. She recalls that while previous comics had successfully warmed up the audience, the atmosphere of the room changed when they saw special arrangements made for her. Later, to deal with such problems, Sweta always eases her anxiety by making light of her struggle to get on stage. For example, if the steps are particularly steep and it takes time to climb, she jokes, “Oh, thanks for clapping for two hundred years, guys!” Sweta’s message to people with similar conditions thinking about starting their own careers is simple: “Own your space and speak your mind confidently, without worrying about how others might react. Be yourself and don’t try to fit into anyone else’s image.” 24．(2.5分)What brought Sweta Mantrii into comedy? A．Her inborn sense of humor. B．Her parents’ encouragement. C．Her appreciation of Indian comedians. D．Her desire to win the fight against spina bifida. 25．(2.5分)How did the audience probably feel about Sweta’s initial performance? A．Relaxed and amused. B．Curious and interested. C．Concerned and anxious. D．Doubtful and uncomfortable. 26．(2.5分)How did Sweta handle awkward situations on stage? A．She started to seek for help in time. B．She ignored the audience’s reactions. C．She adapted her jokes to the audience. D．She apologized and left the stage quickly. 27．(2.5分)What can we learn from Sweta’s story? A．He laughs best who laughs last. B．Actions speak louder than words. C．Walk your way despite what others say. D．Always believe in the goodness of people. （本题10分）Certain values carry more weight in spring and autumn than in summer and winter. As leaves fall, snow sweeps in or flowers blossom, humans change in measurable ways, too. Research suggests that emotions, eating habits, and even favorite colors vary across the year. And now a study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA shows how moral values can also change. For the study, researchers examined over 230,000 online surveys collected over ten years, mainly from Americans, with smaller groups in Canada, Australia, and the U.K.. The surveys used a social science model called “moral foundations theory (道德基础理论)” which identifies five core values guiding human behavior. These include loyalty (staying true to one’s own group), authority (respecting leaders and rules), and purity (avoiding wrongdoing), classified as “group-focused values” as they help communities stay connected. The remaining two—care (protecting others from harm) and fairness (treating people equally)—are termed “self-focused values” concerning personal rights. One explanation for seasonal changes could be anxiety. Data from 90,000 surveys and internet searches indicate that anxiety peaks in spring and autumn. Psychologist Brian O’ Shea explains, “Anxiety makes people feel threatened, leading them to distrust outsiders and seek safety within their own groups.” These emotional shifts could affect not only everyday decisions but also broader social events such as court decisions, elections, or public health policies. However, experts say the data mostly come from rich Western countries. Psychologist Ivory Toldson warns that while these findings work for wealthy groups, they may not be true for marginalized ones facing different problems. Lead researcher Ian Hohm agrees the pattern doesn’t affect everyone equally, but notes that the study shows how seasons influence human psychology. “Humans are seasonal beings,” says psychiatrist Norman Rosenthal, known for studying seasonal mood changes. “Our inner feelings directly impact our actions.” This research reminds us that nature’s rhythms quietly guide our moral judgement. 28．(2.5分)What is the possible impact of anxiety during stressful seasons? A．Threatening safety of outsiders. B．Promoting respect for moral rules. C．Increasing focus on personal rights. D．Influencing social decision-making. 29．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “marginalized” in  Paragraph 4 probably mean? A．Respected. B．Disadvantaged. C．Educated. D．Disabled. 30．(2.5分)What is Norman’s attitude toward seasonal impact on human behavior? A．Curious. B．Doubtful. C．Supportive. D．Reserved. 31．(2.5分)Which of the following would be the best title for the passage? A．Seasons and Morality: How Nature’s Rhythms Shape Moral Values B．Seasonal Changes: How They Affect People’s Anxiety Levels C．Humans as Seasonal Beings: The Impact of Mood on Actions D．Moral Foundation Theory: Five Core Values in Human Behavior （本题10分）A new study gives “funny or die” a whole new meaning. Published in April in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine, the research found that women with a strong sense of humor tend to live longer — even when they get sick, especially from heart disease or infections. For men, having a joyful personality also helped protect against infections. Norwegian researchers followed 53,556 women and men over 15 years. They wanted to see if a sense of humor could affect how long people live. The team used a detailed questionnaire to measure different parts of humor — like how people think, socialize, and feel about funny situations. They then looked at deaths from several diseases, including heart disease, infections, cancer, and lung disease. The results showed that women who scored high in the “thinking” part of humor had: ·A 48% lower risk of dying from any cause, ·A 73% lower risk of dying from heart disease, ·And an 83% lower risk of dying from infections. For men, the benefit was only seen in infections — those with high humor scores had a 74% lower risk of dying from them. Researchers think this difference between men and women might be because men’s sense of humor slightly decreased as they got older. Also, the social and emotional parts of humor didn’t show any clear effect on how long people lived. According to Sven Svebak, a professor who co-authored the study, the thinking part of humor is a stable personality trait (特性). It affects how people understand everyday events. This can help reduce social conflicts and stress and prevent stress hormones like cortisol(皮质醇) from rising too much. When cortisol stays high for a long time, it weakens the immune system. Although genes partly decide our sense of humor, it’s also shaped by life experiences. Svebak says children who don’t see adults using humor to deal with problems may not use it themselves when they grow up. But don’t worry if your childhood wasn’t filled with laughter — studies show it’s never too late to learn to laugh at life’s absurdities (荒谬). 32．(2.5分)How did the researchers carry out their study? A．By assigning tasks. B．By doing an interview. C．By doing field research. D．By designing questions. 33．(2.5分)Which part of humor has clearly affected people’s life according to the study? A．The social part. B．The cultural part. C．The thinking part. D．The emotional part. 34．(2.5分)What can be inferred about our sense of humor according to Svebak? A．Genes alone play a key role. B．It can be acquired when we grow up. C．It must be developed since childhood. D．It is rarely shaped by life experiences. 35．(2.5分)What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Laugh Lots, Live Longer B．Art of Growing Young C．The Best Medicine for Us D．Be Funny or Die Young （本题12.5分）Do you know inside jokes? They are jokes whose humor is clear only to people who are in a particular social group, occupation or other community of common understanding. 36(2.5分) They don’t just make us laugh, but more importantly, they strengthen group boundaries and invite us into a shared identity. 37(2.5分) When we laugh at something that only some people understand, it sparks more than amusement—it sparks recognition. The need to belong is a fundamental human motivation. We see connection naturally and inside jokes send signals that say, “you are one of us.” They strengthen group identity. Inside jokes actively build identity. As Dr. Martin, a humor researcher, points out, shared love creates closeness. 38(2.5分) They tell us what we’ve been through together. In high-stress jobs, like nursing or emergency services, these jokes become secret tools against pressure. A funny nickname (绰号) can turn into a team’s symbol of unity. They signal a safe environment. Humor generally doesn’t happen in unfriendly environments since we don’t share our odd selves with people we don’t trust. Inside jokes require both familiarity and risk—the risk that what you find funny might be met with silence or confusion. That’s why teams and friendships rich in inside jokes tend to be safe environments. 39(2.5分) We bond over deep conversation and meaningful life events. 40(2.5分) In a world that often feels heavy and divided, these moments are essential. They remind us that we’ve been part of something. That we belonged. That someone remembers the bad cafeteria food, or funny nicknames. A．They expand our knowledge and capacity. B．Inside jokes often act like cultural symbols. C．They activate the brain’s belonging response. D．However, these moments are markers of time spent together. E．It means that people feel free to speak up, take risks, and be themselves. F．In workplaces, families and friend groups, these jokes serve as social glue. G．But sometimes, the strongest connections come from laughing at something together. 三、完形填空 （本题15分）I woke up in a good mood but there was only one thing on my mind: what to wear. A billion thoughts 41 through my brain. It was my first day of high school in a new state; first 42 are everything, and it was necessary to impress the people who I’d spend the next four years with. It was the fact that this was my third time being the new kid that 43 me to madness. 44 moving does something to a child’s development. I 45 to find reliable friends. But this time Dad’s company 46 my starting and finishing high school in the same place. This time mattered, which made me nervous. I appeared proudly in a patterned dress after searching my closet. I felt just as 47 as I stepped off the bus. But my jaw dropped when I found Mrs Hutfilz, my English teacher, wearing the same 48 as I did. I kept my head down and tiptoed to my seat, but the first day meant 49 in front of the class, and 50 it was my turn. I made it through my one-minute introduction speech, until Hutfilz stood up, 51 adding that she liked my style. All the 52 in the morning surprisingly 53 . I cracked a smile. My smile 54 as I giggled with my peers. After class, I stayed behind, sharing with Mrs Hutfilz my previous understanding about coming into a new school and state. I was relieved to make a humorous and genuine 55 with my first teacher in the coming days. 41．(1分)A．raced B．broke C．forced D．crashed 42．(1分)A．experiences B．impressions C．comments D．expectations 43．(1分)A．related B．attracted C．drove D．switched 44．(1分)A．Random B．Permanent C．Regular D．Frequent 45．(1分)A．rejected B．struggled C．challenged D．appreciated 46．(1分)A．ensured B．admitted C．reflected D．deserved 47．(1分)A．nervous B．doubtful C．emotive D．confident 48．(1分)A．fashion B．design C．dress D．uniform 49．(1分)A．introductions B．performances C．lectures D．debates 50．(1分)A．on occasion B．soon enough C．no wonder D．in fact 51．(1分)A．casually B．seriously C．honestly D．jokingly 52．(1分)A．sympathy B．thrill C．anxiety D．guilt 53．(1分)A．held up B．melted away C．passed down D．carried on 54．(1分)A．froze B．faded C．grew D．formed 55．(1分)A．connection B．adjustment C．commitment D．negotiation 四、语法填空 （本题15分）课文语法填空 Humour has always been an important part of human behaviour, as it can not only entertain but also throw new light 56(1.5分) sensitive or emotive issues. Mark Twain is remembered for his ability 57(1.5分) (combine) humour with more serious messages. Twain’s particular style of writing is 58(1.5分) (humour) and often mischievous. For example, in his classic novel The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, he 59(1.5分) (famous) says, “Writing is easy. All you have to do is cross out the wrong words.”     Chinese writer Wang Zengqi, 60(1.5分) was known for his own unique brand of humour, introduced several amusing examples of famous people in his essay “On Humour”. Wang believed that not only does humour show one’s personality, but it also 61(1.5分) (reflect) a person’s attitude towards life. He 62(1.5分) (him) gives the best example to the word “humour”. On one occasion, Wang 63(1.5分) (schedule) to speak last. He wittily responded that it was because none of the other speakers’ last names started with X, Y, or Z.     Life sometimes can be complex and cruel, 64(1.5分) humour can help us maintain our enthusiasm for it. Just as Mark Twain said, “Humor is mankind’s greatest 65(1.5分) (bless).” 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假定你是李华，你校为丰富课后活动，计划在“Literature Appreciation Club”和“Campus Comedy Club”中择一开设。请给负责人Tom写一封邮件，内容包括： （1）你的选择； （2）理由和建议。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Tom, I am Li Hua from Class 3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 六、书面表达 67．（本题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。 Chad was a friend I met at summer camp. And we love telling corny (老套的) food jokes. “You know what kind of fish you put on a sandwich?” Chad said. “A jellyfish (水母，jelly也有果酱的意思)!” “That was bad,” I laughed. “You know why the bread dough (面团) was sad? It just wanted to be kneaded (揉，音同needed)” “Wow, that was even worse.” Chad laughed back. Joking and laughing with Chad was turning out to be one of my favorite parts of camp. But a couple of days later, his joking around got confusing. “Hey,” he said, “did you forget your eyeglasses today?” I shook my head. “I don’t wear glasses.” “I just figured you couldn’t see very well,” he said. “The friendship bracelet (手链) you’re making looks so ugly, you should call it an enemy bracelet. Get it?” “Oh, ha! Yeah,” I said in a confused, not-exactly-laughing kind of way. But before I had a chance to stop and think about how those words actually made me feel, it was time to move on to the next activity. That night, when it was lights-out time, I lay awake, feeling not good. Half of my brain was thinking, “Chad was just joking around; don’t take it so hard.” But the other half of my brain was thinking, “Those bracelet comments felt more mean than fun. I knew that truly funny things shouldn’t make my stomach hurt.” The next day, Chad made another one of his “jokes” on the field. “Amy must think we’re playing golf instead of basketball,” he paused and smiled. Seeing my confusion, Chad said that each time Amy got the ball, it would just roll on the ground.” “Chad” I said. “I don’t think it’s funny.” “Why? What happened to your sense of humor?” he asked. I took a deep breath and decided to tell him my true feeling. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After a moment of heavy silence, Chad’s response came. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高中英语单元测试——Unit 1 Laugh out Loud!（适中版02）（解析版） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．The upcoming presentation. B．The importance of humor. C．The requirement of writing a story. 【答案】A 【原文】W: I should tell an amusing story as part of my talk because that’s a requirement. But I’m awful at it. M: Don’t worry. You have a good sense of humor. That will really help your talk. 2．（本题1.5分）What is the man’ s advice? A．To laugh a lot. B．To take some medicine. C．To ask for help. 【答案】A 【原文】W: I always feel upset about the unpleasant things. What should I do? M: Just laugh out loud. Laughter is the best medicine. 3．（本题1.5分）What did the girls do in the history class? A．They were late. B．They criticized others. C．They improperly laughed. 【答案】C 【原文】W: A group of girls laughed in our history class when they shouldn’t. The teacher used to be patient with them, but she criticized them after class today. M: I understand your teacher. Every lesson should be respected. 4．（本题1.5分）Where does the conversation take place? A．At home. B．At school. C．In a hospital. 【答案】B 【原文】M: Linda, I didn’t see your homework. Did you forget to do it? W: Sorry, Mr Green. I didn’t feel alright last night and I went to sleep early. M: Oh, no wonder you look pale. You should see a doctor after class. 5．（本题1.5分）How do the speakers sound? A．Surprised. B．Exhausted. C．Humorous. 【答案】C 【原文】W: Can I get a coffee with extra boost today? I’m running on empty. M: Sure. How about we add some rocket fuel to it? W: Perfect. I’ll need to launch into a meeting soon. M: One rocket fuel coming up. Just don’t take off before paying. （本题3分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)Which movie will the speakers choose to see? A．A comedy film. B．A horror film. C．A war film. 7．(1.5分)How will the speakers buy the tickets? A．On a website. B．Through an app. C．From the box office. 【答案】6．A 7．B 【原文】M: Jenny, how about a movie tonight? W: What’s on? M: Let me log in Movie-Go to check. Ah, we have a few options: there is a comedy film The Fall Guy, a horror film A Quiet Place and a war film One Life. W: The Fall Guy for sure. I’m really in the mood for something light and funny. What’s the showtime? M: I will check. Oh, there’s one at 7:30 pm. W: Great. Let’s book the tickets on your app Movie-Go now. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What kind of movie does the woman want to watch? A．A comedy. B．A horror movie. C．An action movie. 9．(1.5分)What time will they probably meet? A．At 6:30. B．At 7:00. C．At 7:30. 【答案】8．A 9．A 【原文】M: So, movie tonight? There’s a new comedy at the Grand Cinema. W: A comedy sounds good. I’ve had a long week and need a laugh. What time does it start? M: There’s one at 7:00 and another at 9:15. Which one works for you? W: Let’s do the 7:00 show. That way we can get dinner afterwards. Should we meet at the cinema at 6:30 to get tickets and snacks? M: Sounds like a plan. See you then! （本题4.5分）听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。 10．(1.5分)According to the woman, what has happened to news programs and documentaries on TV? A．Their quality has improved. B．Their number has decreased. C．They have become more popular. 11．(1.5分)What is the man’s opinion of reality shows and game shows? A．They are stupid and worthless. B．They are entertaining and make him laugh. C．They are educational and informative. 12．(1.5分)What does the man believe is the main purpose of television? A．To educate the public. B．To report news accurately. C．To provide entertainment. 【答案】10．B 11．B 12．C 【原文】W: There’s nothing decent to watch these days on TV. M: Nothing decent? There’s tons of stuff. W: They’ve cut down on the number of news programs and the number of documentaries. All have been replaced by these stupid reality shows, and game shows, you know. M: Well, they often make me laugh. People want to watch that kind of thing. It’s good, you know. As long as there’s a balance, there’s a bit of this, a bit of that. W: Should we be giving people what they want to watch or should we be, you know, trying to educate them? M: Well, TV is there for entertainment. If you want an education, you go to university, or college or something, don’t you? W: No. I really don’t think so. （本题6分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 13．(1.5分)How many years in a row has Finland ranked No. 1 in the report? A．Six. B．Seven. C．Ten. 14．(1.5分)What did Frank Martela say about Finnish people? A．They always live a healthy lifestyle. B．They have a strong sense of humor. C．They are willing to help each other. 15．(1.5分)Which country ranked No. 12 in this year’s report? A．Germany. B．Kuwait. C．Costa Rica. 16．(1.5分)Why did Denmark rank No. 2 in this year’s report? A．For its education system. B．For its level of equality. C．For its sense of belonging. 【答案】13．B 14．C 15．C 16．B 【原文】M: Have you read the latest World Happiness Report? W: No. Tell me something about it. M: Well, Finland ranked as the happiest country in the world again. W: For the 7th year in a row? That’s incredible! M: Yes. Finnish philosopher and psychology researcher, Frank Martela, said Finnish people have a strong sense of community. They often do good deeds for one another, and everyone can find a clear purpose in life. W: Sounds great. What about other countries? Any big changes this year? M: While the top 10 countries on the list remain mostly unchanged, the top 20 have obvious changes. Costa Rica and Kuwait jumped to 12th and 13th place respectively, while the United States and Germany fell off the top 20. The United States dropped from No.15 to No.23 this year. W: That’s a big change. I’m curious about which country landed the second spot on the list. M: Denmark. The country’s high ranking is due in part to its level of equality and sense of responsibility for social welfare, according to the country’s official website. W: That makes sense. These two factors are closely linked to happiness. （本题6分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 17．(1.5分)What do visitors experience first when they enter the museum? A．The ball pool. B．The white smoke. C．The washing machine. 18．(1.5分)What inspired Andrea Golubic to create the museum? A．Her visit to museums. B．Her childhood photo. C．Her negative feelings. 19．(1.5分)What can the interactive places offer in the museum? A．History of humor. B．Singing contests. C．Wrestling courses. 20．(1.5分)What does Zura Bucik think of the HaHaHouse? A．It provides fun indoor exercise. B．It can serve as emotional healing. C．It may help people remember their childhood. 【答案】17．B 18．B 19．A 20．B 【原文】A new museum of laughter in Croatia is helping people deal with the negativity of modern life. Visitors to the “Ha ha” house in Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, walk into a little cloud of white smoke when they step inside. Its purpose is to blow away their worries before they climb into a giant washing machine. Then they move down a twisting slide into a space filled with little white balls, where their trip to a happier place starts. 43-year-old Andrea Golubic is the museum’s creator. Golubic said she got the idea during the pandemic. At that time, many people were feeling down, so she wanted to heal people with laughter. Golubic said a picture of herself when she was seven inspired her. "I was constantly joking as a kid, "she added. The museum has eight interactive zones or areas. One has rubber chickens singing cheerfully. They sing songs like Abba’s dancing queen. There is a room where people wrestle in large clothes. There is also some serious history of humor, from ancient to modern times told through theaters, films or the Internet. Singer Zura Buick said the museum was just right for this era. “Entering here is like entering childhood, being relieved of all problems” she said. Buick added that if people could come to the museum often, they wouldn’t need to visit a psychologist. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Are you looking to have a classic science fiction book collection? Here are four of the top sci-fi authors to ever write in the genre (体裁). Aldous Huxley Aldous Huxley’s influence is huge and lasts until this day. His writing almost predicts many of the ways in which science would change the world and shapes scientific and technological advancements. Brave New World ($11.31) is still widely considered one of the most important novels of all time. Huxley is considered a philosopher outside of his work as an author. Robert A．Heinlein Having helped to establish some of the biggest and best subgenres within sci-fi, Robert A．Heinlein was also one of the first writers to explore themes related to society through science fiction. For newcomers to Heinlein, Stranger in a Strange Land ($11.94) and Starship Troopers ($15.39) are excellent starting points. Larry Niven Larry Niven is one of the most imaginative authors to ever publish in the science fiction genre. Perhaps best known for his Ringworld series ($36.42), Niven has released a mixture of hard sci-fi, humorous works, and even stories with a sort of private eye feel to them. Niven is so widely known that there is such a thing as Niven’s Laws, a series of rules explaining the universe through Niven’s viewpoint. Douglas Adams The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy ($11.29) is the first book in his highly popular series of comedy science fiction novels, and Adams’ works continue to be adapted and enjoyed to this very day. Although Adams wasn’t a sci-fi novelist in the traditional sense, having originally released The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy as a radio play, the impact of his work earned him a spot on this list. 21．(2.5分)What is special about Aldous Huxley’s writing? A．It connects with philosophy. B．It is widely adapted for movies. C．It is difficult for sci-fi beginners. D．It predicts scientific development. 22．(2.5分)Which sci-fi novel explores social topics? A．Brave New World. B．The Ringworld series. C．Stranger in a Strange Land. D．The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. 23．(2.5分)What do the Ringworld series and The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy have in common? A．They both focus on the universe. B．They are both entertaining to read. C．They are both basically radio plays. D．They both describe science’s influence. 【答案】21．D 22．C 23．B 【导语】本文介绍四位顶尖科幻作家，分别简述创作特色与代表书目及售价，作品风格各异，对科幻领域影响深远。 【详解】21．细节理解题。根据第二段“His writing almost predicts many of the ways in which science would change the world and shapes scientific and technological advancements.(他的写作几乎预测了科学改变世界并塑造了科技进步的许多方式)”可知，Aldous Huxley写作的特别之处在于他预测了科学的发展。 22．细节理解题。根据第三段“Robert A. Heinlein was also one of the first writers to explore themes related to society through science fiction(罗伯特·A·海因莱因也是最早通过科幻小说探索与社会相关主题的作家之一)”以及紧接着推荐的代表作“For newcomers to Heinlein, Stranger in a Strange Land... are excellent starting points.(想要入门海因莱因作品的读者来说，《异乡异客》……是绝佳的入门读物)”可知，《异乡异客》是一部探索社会话题的科幻小说。 23．细节理解题。根据第四段“Perhaps best known for his Ringworld series ($36.42), Niven has released a mixture of hard sci-fi, humorous works, and even stories with a sort of private eye feel to them.(尼文凭借《环形世界》系列（36.42 美元）闻名于世，他的作品涵盖硬核科幻、幽默文学，还有带私家侦探风格的故事)”以及第五段“The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy ($11.29) is the first book in his highly popular series of comedy science fiction novels, and Adams’ works continue to be adapted and enjoyed to this very day.(《银河系漫游指南》（11.29 美元）是他大热喜剧科幻系列的首部作品，时至今日亚当斯的作品仍不断被改编、广受喜爱)”可知，这两部作品都带有幽默、喜剧色彩，因此共同点是读起来都很有趣。 （本题10分）Sweta Mantrii, now 36, was born with spina bifida (脊柱裂) in India, which caused her to walk using a walking stick. Despite the physical challenges, she was determined to lead an active life. Sweta’s foray (尝试) into comedy initially came from her admiration for Indian comedians like Aditi Mittal, Azeem Banatwalla, and Daniel Fernandes. Encouraged by their ability to connect with the audience through humor, she decided to engage in comedy herself, exploring the work of global comedians and shaping her own comedic style. When Sweta first stepped into comedy in 2016 in her hometown Pune, she noticed people often pulled back when they saw her on stage. “It was difficult because people weren’t used to the idea of a disabled woman doing comedy; it was a real downer,” she recalls. To get people to accept her as a comic, Sweta began her sets by reading the room and accommodating her jokes to the audience’s moods. It took some time to understand which jokes landed and which didn’t. She spent the first few minutes easing the audience into her performance before delivering her strongest jokes. At one of her early comedy shows, Sweta faced a tough setup, making it hard for her to manage her stick. She recalls that while previous comics had successfully warmed up the audience, the atmosphere of the room changed when they saw special arrangements made for her. Later, to deal with such problems, Sweta always eases her anxiety by making light of her struggle to get on stage. For example, if the steps are particularly steep and it takes time to climb, she jokes, “Oh, thanks for clapping for two hundred years, guys!” Sweta’s message to people with similar conditions thinking about starting their own careers is simple: “Own your space and speak your mind confidently, without worrying about how others might react. Be yourself and don’t try to fit into anyone else’s image.” 24．(2.5分)What brought Sweta Mantrii into comedy? A．Her inborn sense of humor. B．Her parents’ encouragement. C．Her appreciation of Indian comedians. D．Her desire to win the fight against spina bifida. 25．(2.5分)How did the audience probably feel about Sweta’s initial performance? A．Relaxed and amused. B．Curious and interested. C．Concerned and anxious. D．Doubtful and uncomfortable. 26．(2.5分)How did Sweta handle awkward situations on stage? A．She started to seek for help in time. B．She ignored the audience’s reactions. C．She adapted her jokes to the audience. D．She apologized and left the stage quickly. 27．(2.5分)What can we learn from Sweta’s story? A．He laughs best who laughs last. B．Actions speak louder than words. C．Walk your way despite what others say. D．Always believe in the goodness of people. 【答案】24．C 25．D 26．C 27．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了身患脊柱裂的Sweta Mantrii克服身体障碍，尝试喜剧表演并取得成功的故事。 【详解】24．细节理解题。由第二段中“Sweta’s foray (尝试) into comedy initially came from her admiration for Indian comedians like Aditi Mittal, Azeem Banatwalla, and Daniel Fernandes.(Sweta对喜剧的涉足最初源于她对Aditi Mittal、Azeem Banatwalla和Daniel Fernandes等印度喜剧演员的钦佩)”可知，Sweta Mantrii进入喜剧界是因为对印度喜剧演员的欣赏。故选C项。 25．推理判断题。由第三段“When Sweta first stepped into comedy in 2016 in her hometown Pune, she noticed people often pulled back when they saw her on stage. “It was difficult because people weren’t used to the idea of a disabled woman doing comedy; it was a real downer,” she recalls.(当Sweta于2016年在她的家乡浦那首次涉足喜剧时，她注意到人们在舞台上看到她时经常退缩。她回忆道：“这很难，因为人们不习惯残疾女性演喜剧；这真的很令人沮丧。”)”可知，观众对她的初次表演感到怀疑和不自在。故选D项。 26．细节理解题。由第四段中“To get people to accept her as a comic, Sweta began her sets by reading the room and accommodating her jokes to the audience’s moods.(为了让人们接受她是一个喜剧演员，Sweta通过研究房间并根据观众的情绪调整她的笑话来开始她的布景)”讲根据观众的情绪调整她的笑话和第五段“For example, if the steps are particularly steep and it takes time to climb, she jokes, “Oh, thanks for clapping for two hundred years, guys!”(例如，如果台阶特别陡峭，需要时间才能爬上去，她开玩笑说：“哦，谢谢你们鼓掌两百年，伙计们！”)”举例用幽默化解尴尬可知，她通过调整笑话适应观众来处理尴尬局面。故选C项。 27．推理判断题。由最后一段“Sweta’s message to people with similar conditions thinking about starting their own careers is simple: “Own your space and speak your mind confidently, without worrying about how others might react. Be yourself and don’t try to fit into anyone else’s image.”(Sweta向有类似情况的人发出的信息很简单：“拥有自己的空间，自信地说出自己的想法，不用担心别人会如何反应。做你自己，不要试图融入别人的形象。”)”可知，她主张坚持自我，走自己的路，C项“不管别人怎么说，走自己的路”符合。故选C项。 （本题10分）Certain values carry more weight in spring and autumn than in summer and winter. As leaves fall, snow sweeps in or flowers blossom, humans change in measurable ways, too. Research suggests that emotions, eating habits, and even favorite colors vary across the year. And now a study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA shows how moral values can also change. For the study, researchers examined over 230,000 online surveys collected over ten years, mainly from Americans, with smaller groups in Canada, Australia, and the U.K.. The surveys used a social science model called “moral foundations theory (道德基础理论)” which identifies five core values guiding human behavior. These include loyalty (staying true to one’s own group), authority (respecting leaders and rules), and purity (avoiding wrongdoing), classified as “group-focused values” as they help communities stay connected. The remaining two—care (protecting others from harm) and fairness (treating people equally)—are termed “self-focused values” concerning personal rights. One explanation for seasonal changes could be anxiety. Data from 90,000 surveys and internet searches indicate that anxiety peaks in spring and autumn. Psychologist Brian O’ Shea explains, “Anxiety makes people feel threatened, leading them to distrust outsiders and seek safety within their own groups.” These emotional shifts could affect not only everyday decisions but also broader social events such as court decisions, elections, or public health policies. However, experts say the data mostly come from rich Western countries. Psychologist Ivory Toldson warns that while these findings work for wealthy groups, they may not be true for marginalized ones facing different problems. Lead researcher Ian Hohm agrees the pattern doesn’t affect everyone equally, but notes that the study shows how seasons influence human psychology. “Humans are seasonal beings,” says psychiatrist Norman Rosenthal, known for studying seasonal mood changes. “Our inner feelings directly impact our actions.” This research reminds us that nature’s rhythms quietly guide our moral judgement. 28．(2.5分)What is the possible impact of anxiety during stressful seasons? A．Threatening safety of outsiders. B．Promoting respect for moral rules. C．Increasing focus on personal rights. D．Influencing social decision-making. 29．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “marginalized” in  Paragraph 4 probably mean? A．Respected. B．Disadvantaged. C．Educated. D．Disabled. 30．(2.5分)What is Norman’s attitude toward seasonal impact on human behavior? A．Curious. B．Doubtful. C．Supportive. D．Reserved. 31．(2.5分)Which of the following would be the best title for the passage? A．Seasons and Morality: How Nature’s Rhythms Shape Moral Values B．Seasonal Changes: How They Affect People’s Anxiety Levels C．Humans as Seasonal Beings: The Impact of Mood on Actions D．Moral Foundation Theory: Five Core Values in Human Behavior 【答案】28．D 29．B 30．C 31．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要探讨了季节变化对人类道德价值观的影响，介绍了相关研究的内容、发现以及专家的观点等。 【详解】28．细节理解题。根据第三段“These emotional shifts could affect not only everyday decisions but also broader social events such as court decisions, elections, or public health policies. (这些情绪变化不仅会影响日常决策，还会影响更广泛的社会事件，如法庭判决、选举或公共卫生政策)”可知，在压力较大的季节，即春秋季，焦虑带来的情绪变化会影响社会决策。故选D项。 29．词句猜测题。根据第四段“However, experts say the data mostly come from rich Western countries. Psychologist Ivory Toldson warns that while these findings work for wealthy groups, they may not be true for marginalized ones facing different problems. (然而，专家表示，这些数据主要来自西方富裕国家。心理学家Ivory Toldson警告说，虽然这些发现适用于富裕群体，但对于面临不同问题的marginalized来说，可能并不适用)”可知，marginalized  ones与wealthy groups形成对比，marginalized与Disadvantaged意思相近，指的是处于不利地位的群体，符合语境。故选B项。 30．推理判断题。根据最后一段““Humans are seasonal beings,” says psychiatrist Norman Rosenthal, known for studying seasonal mood changes. “Our inner feelings directly impact our actions. ” (以研究季节性情绪变化而闻名的精神病学家Norman Rosenthal说：“人类是季节性的生物。我们的内心感受直接影响我们的行为。”)”可知，Norman认为人类的行为会受到季节相关的内心感受影响，这与文章中季节影响道德价值观的观点一致，因此他对季节对人类行为的影响持支持态度。故选C项。 31．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Certain values carry more weight in spring and autumn than in summer and winter. (某些价值观在春秋两季比在夏冬两季更受重视)”以及全文内容可知，文章开篇指出某些价值观在春秋季比夏冬季更有分量，人类的情绪、饮食习惯等会随季节变化，接着介绍了一项研究表明道德价值观也会随季节变化，随后详细说明了研究内容、发现以及专家观点，核心围绕季节变化如何塑造道德价值观展开，A选项“季节与道德：自然节律如何塑造道德价值观”能够概括文章主旨。故选A项。 （本题10分）A new study gives “funny or die” a whole new meaning. Published in April in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine, the research found that women with a strong sense of humor tend to live longer — even when they get sick, especially from heart disease or infections. For men, having a joyful personality also helped protect against infections. Norwegian researchers followed 53,556 women and men over 15 years. They wanted to see if a sense of humor could affect how long people live. The team used a detailed questionnaire to measure different parts of humor — like how people think, socialize, and feel about funny situations. They then looked at deaths from several diseases, including heart disease, infections, cancer, and lung disease. The results showed that women who scored high in the “thinking” part of humor had: ·A 48% lower risk of dying from any cause, ·A 73% lower risk of dying from heart disease, ·And an 83% lower risk of dying from infections. For men, the benefit was only seen in infections — those with high humor scores had a 74% lower risk of dying from them. Researchers think this difference between men and women might be because men’s sense of humor slightly decreased as they got older. Also, the social and emotional parts of humor didn’t show any clear effect on how long people lived. According to Sven Svebak, a professor who co-authored the study, the thinking part of humor is a stable personality trait (特性). It affects how people understand everyday events. This can help reduce social conflicts and stress and prevent stress hormones like cortisol(皮质醇) from rising too much. When cortisol stays high for a long time, it weakens the immune system. Although genes partly decide our sense of humor, it’s also shaped by life experiences. Svebak says children who don’t see adults using humor to deal with problems may not use it themselves when they grow up. But don’t worry if your childhood wasn’t filled with laughter — studies show it’s never too late to learn to laugh at life’s absurdities (荒谬). 32．(2.5分)How did the researchers carry out their study? A．By assigning tasks. B．By doing an interview. C．By doing field research. D．By designing questions. 33．(2.5分)Which part of humor has clearly affected people’s life according to the study? A．The social part. B．The cultural part. C．The thinking part. D．The emotional part. 34．(2.5分)What can be inferred about our sense of humor according to Svebak? A．Genes alone play a key role. B．It can be acquired when we grow up. C．It must be developed since childhood. D．It is rarely shaped by life experiences. 35．(2.5分)What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Laugh Lots, Live Longer B．Art of Growing Young C．The Best Medicine for Us D．Be Funny or Die Young 【答案】32．D 33．C 34．B 35．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了一项研究发现，幽默感有助于延长寿命，女性受益更显著，男性可降低感染死亡风险，幽默感可后天培养。 【详解】32．细节理解题。根据第二段“The team used a detailed questionnaire to measure different parts of humor — like how people think, socialize, and feel about funny situations.(该团队采用了一份详细的调查问卷来衡量幽默的各个方面——比如人们是如何思考、如何社交以及对有趣的情境会有怎样的感受)”可知，研究人员通过设计问题开展这项研究。故选D。 33．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“According to Sven Svebak, a professor who co-authored the study, the thinking part of humor is a stable personality trait (特性). It affects how people understand everyday events. This can help reduce social conflicts and stress and prevent stress hormones like cortisol(皮质醇) from rising too much.(据该研究的合著者之一、教授斯文·斯韦巴克称，幽默中的思考部分是一种稳定的个性特征。它会影响人们对日常事件的理解方式。这有助于减少社会冲突和压力，并防止像皮质醇这样的压力激素过度升高)”可知，幽默的思维部分显然对人们的生活产生了影响。故选C。 34．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Although genes partly decide our sense of humor, it’s also shaped by life experiences. Svebak says children who don’t see adults using humor to deal with problems may not use it themselves when they grow up.(虽然基因在一定程度上决定了我们的幽默感，但这种幽默感也会受到生活经历的影响。斯韦巴克表示，如果孩子没有看到成年人用幽默的方式来解决难题，那么他们长大后可能就不会自己运用这种幽默方式了)”可知，幽默感是在我们成长过程中逐渐习得的，故选B。 35．主旨大意题。根据第一段“A new study gives “funny or die” a whole new meaning. Published in April in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine, the research found that women with a strong sense of humor tend to live longer — even when they get sick, especially from heart disease or infections. For men, having a joyful personality also helped protect against infections.(一项新的研究为“幽默至上，否则必死”这一说法赋予了全新的含义。该研究于4月发表在《心理生理学医学》杂志上，研究发现，具有强烈幽默感的女性往往更长寿——即便她们生病了，尤其是患心脏病或感染性疾病时也是如此。而对于男性而言，拥有乐观的性格也有助于预防感染)”结合文章主要说明了一项研究发现，幽默感有助于延长寿命，女性受益更显著，男性可降低感染死亡风险，幽默感可后天培养。可知，A选项“多欢笑，寿命更长久”最符合文章标题。故选A。 （本题12.5分）Do you know inside jokes? They are jokes whose humor is clear only to people who are in a particular social group, occupation or other community of common understanding. 36(2.5分) They don’t just make us laugh, but more importantly, they strengthen group boundaries and invite us into a shared identity. 37(2.5分) When we laugh at something that only some people understand, it sparks more than amusement—it sparks recognition. The need to belong is a fundamental human motivation. We see connection naturally and inside jokes send signals that say, “you are one of us.” They strengthen group identity. Inside jokes actively build identity. As Dr. Martin, a humor researcher, points out, shared love creates closeness. 38(2.5分) They tell us what we’ve been through together. In high-stress jobs, like nursing or emergency services, these jokes become secret tools against pressure. A funny nickname (绰号) can turn into a team’s symbol of unity. They signal a safe environment. Humor generally doesn’t happen in unfriendly environments since we don’t share our odd selves with people we don’t trust. Inside jokes require both familiarity and risk—the risk that what you find funny might be met with silence or confusion. That’s why teams and friendships rich in inside jokes tend to be safe environments. 39(2.5分) We bond over deep conversation and meaningful life events. 40(2.5分) In a world that often feels heavy and divided, these moments are essential. They remind us that we’ve been part of something. That we belonged. That someone remembers the bad cafeteria food, or funny nicknames. A．They expand our knowledge and capacity. B．Inside jokes often act like cultural symbols. C．They activate the brain’s belonging response. D．However, these moments are markers of time spent together. E．It means that people feel free to speak up, take risks, and be themselves. F．In workplaces, families and friend groups, these jokes serve as social glue. G．But sometimes, the strongest connections come from laughing at something together. 【答案】36．B 37．C 38．F 39．E 40．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要围绕内部笑话展开，阐述了内部笑话不仅能让特定群体发笑，还在强化群体界限、构建身份认同、营造安全环境等方面发挥着重要作用，凸显了其在人际交往和群体生活中的独特价值。 【详解】36．根据上文“Do you know inside jokes? They are jokes whose humor is clear only to people who are in a particular social group, occupation or other community of common understanding.(你知道内部笑话吗？这些笑话的幽默只有处于特定社会群体、职业或其他有共同理解的群体中的人才能理解。)”可知，这里是对内部笑话进行基本定义的介绍；下文“They don’t just make us laugh, but more importantly, they strengthen group boundaries and invite us into a shared identity.(它们不仅让我们发笑，更重要的是，它们强化了群体界限，邀请我们进入一个共同的身份认同。)”则强调了内部笑话的重要作用。B选项“Inside jokes often act like cultural symbols.(内部笑话常常像文化符号一样。)”，将内部笑话比作文化符号，形象地说明了内部笑话在特定群体中具有独特的象征意义，承接上文对内部笑话的介绍，同时为下文阐述其强化群体界限等作用做铺垫，符合语境。故选B项。 37．根据下文“When we laugh at something that only some people understand it, it sparks more than amusement, -it sparks recognition. The need to belong is a fundamental human motivation. We see connection naturally and inside jokes send signals that say, “you are one of us.”(当我们对只有一些人能理解的事情发笑时，它引发的不仅仅是娱乐，还有认同。归属感是人类的基本动机。我们自然地看到联系，而内部笑话发出的信号是：“你是我们中的一员。”)”可知，本段主要围绕内部笑话能引发人们的认同，激活大脑中关于归属感的反应展开。C选项“They activate the brain’s belonging response.(它们激活大脑的归属反应。)”直接点明了本段的核心内容，与下文内容紧密呼应，能够很好地概括本段主旨。故选C项。 38．根据上文“Inside jokes actively build identity. As Dr. Martin, a humor researcher, points out, shared love creates closeness.(内部笑话积极地构建身份认同。正如幽默研究员马丁博士所指出的，共同的爱能创造亲密感。)”以及下文“They tell us what we’ve been through together. In high - stress jobs, like nursing or emergency services, these jokes become secret tools against pressure. A funny nickname (绰号) can turn into a team’s symbol of unity.(它们告诉我们我们一起经历了什么。在高压力的工作中，比如护理或紧急服务，这些笑话成为对抗压力的秘密工具。一个有趣的绰号可以变成团队团结的象征。)”可知，本段主要阐述内部笑话在构建身份认同方面的作用，强调其在群体中起到凝聚和连接的作用。F选项“In workplaces, families and friend groups, these jokes serve as social glue.(在工作场所、家庭和朋友圈中，这些笑话就像社交胶水一样。)”将内部笑话比作社交胶水，形象地说明了内部笑话在这些不同群体中能够起到连接成员、增强凝聚力的作用，与上下文内容紧密相连，符合语境。故选F项。 39．根据上文“That’s why teams and friendships rich in inside jokes tend to be safe environments.(这就是为什么富有内部笑话的团队和友谊往往是安全的环境。)”可知，此处说明了富有内部笑话的团队和友谊能营造安全的环境。E选项“It means that people feel free to speak up, take risks, and be themselves.(这意味着人们可以自由发言、冒险、做自己。)”进一步解释了这种安全环境的具体表现，即人们在这种环境中能够毫无顾虑地表达自己、尝试新事物，与上文内容紧密相关，符合语境。故选E项。 40．根据上文“We bond over deep conversation and meaningful life events.(我们通过深入的对话和有意义的生活事件建立联系。)”以及下文“In a world that often feels heavy and divided, these moments are essential. They remind us that we’ve been part of something. That we belonged. That someone remembers the bad cafeteria food, or funny nicknames.(在一个常常让人感到沉重和分裂的世界里，这些时刻至关重要。它们提醒我们，我们曾是某件事的一部分。我们属于那里。有人记得食堂里难吃的食物，或者有趣的绰号。)”可知，上文提到通过深入对话和生活事件建立联系，下文强调一些看似平常的时刻却有着重要意义。G选项“But sometimes, the strongest connections come from laughing at something together.(但有时，最牢固的联系来自于一起大笑。)”起到了承上启下的作用，既与上文建立联系的方式相呼应，又引出下文关于一起大笑这些时刻重要性的阐述，符合语境。故选G项。 三、完形填空 （本题15分）I woke up in a good mood but there was only one thing on my mind: what to wear. A billion thoughts 41 through my brain. It was my first day of high school in a new state; first 42 are everything, and it was necessary to impress the people who I’d spend the next four years with. It was the fact that this was my third time being the new kid that 43 me to madness. 44 moving does something to a child’s development. I 45 to find reliable friends. But this time Dad’s company 46 my starting and finishing high school in the same place. This time mattered, which made me nervous. I appeared proudly in a patterned dress after searching my closet. I felt just as 47 as I stepped off the bus. But my jaw dropped when I found Mrs Hutfilz, my English teacher, wearing the same 48 as I did. I kept my head down and tiptoed to my seat, but the first day meant 49 in front of the class, and 50 it was my turn. I made it through my one-minute introduction speech, until Hutfilz stood up, 51 adding that she liked my style. All the 52 in the morning surprisingly 53 . I cracked a smile. My smile 54 as I giggled with my peers. After class, I stayed behind, sharing with Mrs Hutfilz my previous understanding about coming into a new school and state. I was relieved to make a humorous and genuine 55 with my first teacher in the coming days. 41．(1分)A．raced B．broke C．forced D．crashed 42．(1分)A．experiences B．impressions C．comments D．expectations 43．(1分)A．related B．attracted C．drove D．switched 44．(1分)A．Random B．Permanent C．Regular D．Frequent 45．(1分)A．rejected B．struggled C．challenged D．appreciated 46．(1分)A．ensured B．admitted C．reflected D．deserved 47．(1分)A．nervous B．doubtful C．emotive D．confident 48．(1分)A．fashion B．design C．dress D．uniform 49．(1分)A．introductions B．performances C．lectures D．debates 50．(1分)A．on occasion B．soon enough C．no wonder D．in fact 51．(1分)A．casually B．seriously C．honestly D．jokingly 52．(1分)A．sympathy B．thrill C．anxiety D．guilt 53．(1分)A．held up B．melted away C．passed down D．carried on 54．(1分)A．froze B．faded C．grew D．formed 55．(1分)A．connection B．adjustment C．commitment D．negotiation 【答案】 41．A 42．B 43．C 44．D 45．B 46．A 47．D 48．C 49．A 50．B 51．D 52．C 53．B 54．C 55．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者在开学第一天穿了和老师一样的裙子，非常担心和紧张，结果老师开玩笑说喜欢作者的风格，让作者的焦虑消失了。 【详解】41．考查动词词义辨析。句意：一百万个想法在我脑子里赛跑。A. raced比赛，赛跑；B. broke打破；C. forced强迫；D. crashed碰撞。根据上文“A billion thoughts”和语境可知，此处考查短语race through my brain，表示“在我的脑海里反复穿梭”，展现出作者纠结开学第一天应该穿什么，以给未来的同学留下良好的第一印象的情绪。故选A。 42．考查名词词义辨析。句意：这是我在一个新州上高中的第一天；第一印象就是一切，我有必要给那些和我一起度过接下来四年的人留下深刻印象。A. experiences经历；B. impressions印象；C. comments评论；D. expectations期待。根据上文“It was my first day of high school in a new state”可知，作者第一天上学，所以是第一印象。first impression表示“第一印象”。故选B。 43．考查动词词义辨析。句意：让我发疯让我抓狂的是这是我第三次当新生。A. related有关；B. attracted吸引；C. drove迫使；D. switched换。根据下文“me to madness”可知，作者因为是第三次做新生而要疯了。drive sb. to madness意思是“把某人逼疯”。故选C。 44．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：频繁搬家对一个孩子的成长产生影响。A. Random随意的；B. Permanent永久的；C. Regular有规律的；D. Frequent经常的。根据上文“the fact that this was my third time being the new kid”可知，作者三次当新生，所以是经常搬家导致的。故选D。 45．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我努力地找到了可靠的朋友。A. rejected反对；B. struggled挣扎；C. challenged挑战；D. appreciated感激。根据上文“the fact that this was my third time being the new kid”可知，作者频繁搬家，因此找到一些可靠稳定的朋友对她来说是很有难度的。struggle to do sth.表示“努力做、费力做”。故选B。 46．考查动词词义辨析。句意：但是这一次，爸爸的公司确保了我可以在同一个地方上中学从头上到尾。A. ensured确保；B. admitted承认；C. reflected反射；D. deserved值得。根据下文“my starting and finishing high school in the same place”可知，作者可以在同一个地方完整的上完中学，说明作者应该是一种定居的状态，暗示作者父亲公司的固定保证了作者的定居。故选A。 47．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当我从校车上下来时，我感到很有信心。A. nervous紧张的；B. doubtful怀疑的；C. emotive激起感情的；D. confident有信心的。根据上文“I appeared proudly in a patterned dress after searching my closet.(在我的衣橱里找了一遍之后，我穿着一件有图案的连衣裙自豪地出现了)”可知，这是作者翻遍了衣服所找出来的衣服，所以她应该处于一个非常自信的状态。这里的confident和前面的proudly相互呼应，都表示一种骄傲、自信的状态。故选D。 48．考查名词词义辨析。句意：但是，当我看到我的英语老师Hutfilz女士穿着和我一模一样的连衣裙时，我的下巴都掉到地上了。A. fashion时尚；B. design设计；C. dress连衣裙；D. uniform制服。根据上文“I appeared proudly in a patterned dress”可知，作者穿着一件有图案的连衣裙，英语老师穿着和作者一样的连衣裙。故选C。 49．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我低着头并且挪到了我的座位上，但是第一天就意味着在全班面前做自我介绍，并且很快就轮到我了。A. introductions介绍；B. performances表现；C. lectures演讲；D. debates争论。根据下文“in front of the class”和“my one-minute introduction speech”可知，因为新同学第一次入班，所以都需要在全班同学前做自我介绍。故选A。 50．考查固定短语辨析。句意：同上。A. on occasion偶尔；B. soon enough足够快；C. no wonder难怪；D. in fact事实上。根据下文“I made it through my one-minute introduction speech”可知，很快就轮到作者了。故选B。 51．考查副词词义辨析。句意：我完成了一分钟的介绍演讲，直到Hutfilz站起来，开玩笑似的说她很喜欢我的风格。A. casually随意地；B. seriously严肃地；C. honestly诚实地；D. jokingly开玩笑。根据下文“I cracked a smile.”以及“I was relieved to make a humorous and genuine ___15___ with my first teacher in the coming days.”可知，作者原本被惊掉了下巴，后来笑了，说明老师是开了个玩笑活跃了气氛。故选D。 52．考查名词词义辨析。句意：整个早上积累起来的焦虑令人吃惊地就没有了。A. sympathy同情；B. thrill激动；C. anxiety紧张，焦虑；D. guilt内疚。根据下文“ I cracked a smile. ”可知，焦虑没有了，作者咧嘴笑了。故选C。 53．考查动词短语辨析。句意：同上。A. held up抓住；B. melted away融化；C. passed down传下去；D. carried on继续。根据上文“surprisingly”以及下文“ I cracked a smile.”可知，此处表示持续了整个早晨的焦虑惊奇地一下子就融化掉，消失了。故选B。 54．考查动词词义辨析。句意：当我和同龄人咯咯地笑时，我的笑容越来越浓。A. froze冻；B. faded退化；C. grew长；D. formed形成。根据下文“as I giggled with my peers”可知，这里表达作者心情放松下来后的愉悦之意。用grow表示笑意的增长、扩大。故选C。 55．考查名词词义辨析。句意：在接下来的日子里，我感到很安慰，因为我与老师达成了一种幽默的、真诚的联系。A. connection联系；B. adjustment调整；C. commitment投入；D. negotiation协商。根据“with my first teacher”和上文内容可知，因为撞衫而促成作者和老师之间产生了一种幽默、真诚的关联。故选A。 四、语法填空 （本题15分）课文语法填空 Humour has always been an important part of human behaviour, as it can not only entertain but also throw new light 56(1.5分) sensitive or emotive issues. Mark Twain is remembered for his ability 57(1.5分) (combine) humour with more serious messages. Twain’s particular style of writing is 58(1.5分) (humour) and often mischievous. For example, in his classic novel The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, he 59(1.5分) (famous) says, “Writing is easy. All you have to do is cross out the wrong words.”     Chinese writer Wang Zengqi, 60(1.5分) was known for his own unique brand of humour, introduced several amusing examples of famous people in his essay “On Humour”. Wang believed that not only does humour show one’s personality, but it also 61(1.5分) (reflect) a person’s attitude towards life. He 62(1.5分) (him) gives the best example to the word “humour”. On one occasion, Wang 63(1.5分) (schedule) to speak last. He wittily responded that it was because none of the other speakers’ last names started with X, Y, or Z.     Life sometimes can be complex and cruel, 64(1.5分) humour can help us maintain our enthusiasm for it. Just as Mark Twain said, “Humor is mankind’s greatest 65(1.5分) (bless).” 【答案】 56．on 57．to combine 58．humorous 59．famously 60．who 61．reflects 62．himself 63．was scheduled 64．but 65．blessing 【导语】这篇文章主要介绍了马克・吐温与汪曾祺两位善用幽默的作家，阐释幽默能展现性格、直面生活困境，是人类珍贵的精神慰藉。 【详解】56．考查固定短语。句意：幽默一直是人类行为中重要的一部分，因为它不仅能带来娱乐，还能为敏感或情绪化的问题提供新的视角。此处为固定搭配 throw new light on sth.，意为 “阐明某事；使某事更清晰”。 57．考查动词不定式。句意：马克·吐温因善于将幽默与严肃的信息相结合而被铭记。此处为固定结构the ability to do sth.，意为“做某事的能力”，不定式作后置定语修饰 ability。 58．考查形容词。句意：他的写作风格充满幽默感，常常带有调皮的意味。系动词 is后接形容词作表语；humour 的形容词形式为 humorous，意为“幽默的”。 59．考查副词。句意：例如，在他的经典小说《汤姆·索亚历险记》中，他有一句名言：“写作很容易。你所要做的就是划掉错误的单词。”修饰动词 says需用副词；famous的副词形式为famously，意为“著名地；广为人知地”。 60．考查定语从句。句意：中国作家汪曾祺以其独特的幽默风格而闻名，他在《论幽默》一文中介绍了几个名人的有趣例子。分析句子可知，设空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是 Wang Zengqi（指人），从句中缺少主语，用关系代词 who。 61．考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：汪认为，幽默不仅展现一个人的性格，也反映出其对生活的态度。not only...but also... 连接并列谓语，前半句为一般现在时，后半句主语 it 为第三人称单数，所以为reflects的填入。 62．考查代词。句意：他自己就是“幽默”一词的最佳例证。分析句子可知，此处为反身代词作主语He的同位语，起强调作用，意为“他本人”。 63．考查动词时态和语态。句意：有一次，汪被安排在最后发言。此处为固定搭配be scheduled to do sth. 意为“被安排做某事”；讲述过去事件，主语为单数，故用一般过去时的被动语态 was scheduled。 64．考查连词。句意：生活有时复杂而残酷，但幽默能帮助我们保持对生活的热情。根据句意可知，前后分句为转折关系：生活有时复杂残酷，但幽默能帮我们保持对生活的热情，所以为连词but的填入。 65．考查名词。句意：正如马克·吐温所说：“幽默是人类最伟大的祝福。” 形容词最高级greatest后接名词；bless 的名词形式为blessing，意为“幸事；福祉”。 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假定你是李华，你校为丰富课后活动，计划在“Literature Appreciation Club”和“Campus Comedy Club”中择一开设。请给负责人Tom写一封邮件，内容包括： （1）你的选择； （2）理由和建议。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Tom, I am Li Hua from Class 3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Tom, I am Li Hua from Class 3. I’m writing to show my preference for the Campus Comedy Club. It can effectively ease our heavy study pressure and bring us joy. What’s more, it can help us practice oral expression and communication skills by performing skits or sharing funny stories with peers. I have two small suggestions. We can hold weekly comedy sharing sessions and monthly small-scale performances. Also, inviting members of the school drama club to give professional guidance would be great. I believe this club will be very popular among students. Yours, Li Hua 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给负责人Tom写一封邮件，说明自己的选择，并说明理由且给出建议。 【详解】1.词汇积累 展示：show → showcase 缓解：ease → relieve 指导：guidance → instruction 相信：believe → hold the belief 2.句式拓展 合并句子 原句：It can effectively ease our heavy study pressure and bring us joy. What’s more, it can help us practice oral expression and communication skills by performing skits or sharing funny stories with peers. 拓展句：Not only can it effectively ease our heavy study pressure and bring us joy, but it also can help us practice oral expression and communication skills by performing skits or sharing funny stories with peers. 【点睛】【高分句型1】I’m writing to show my preference for the Campus Comedy Club.(运用了动词不定式短语作目的状语) 【高分句型2】I believe this club will be very popular among students.(运用了省略that引导的宾语从句) 六、书面表达 67．（本题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。 Chad was a friend I met at summer camp. And we love telling corny (老套的) food jokes. “You know what kind of fish you put on a sandwich?” Chad said. “A jellyfish (水母，jelly也有果酱的意思)!” “That was bad,” I laughed. “You know why the bread dough (面团) was sad? It just wanted to be kneaded (揉，音同needed)” “Wow, that was even worse.” Chad laughed back. Joking and laughing with Chad was turning out to be one of my favorite parts of camp. But a couple of days later, his joking around got confusing. “Hey,” he said, “did you forget your eyeglasses today?” I shook my head. “I don’t wear glasses.” “I just figured you couldn’t see very well,” he said. “The friendship bracelet (手链) you’re making looks so ugly, you should call it an enemy bracelet. Get it?” “Oh, ha! Yeah,” I said in a confused, not-exactly-laughing kind of way. But before I had a chance to stop and think about how those words actually made me feel, it was time to move on to the next activity. That night, when it was lights-out time, I lay awake, feeling not good. Half of my brain was thinking, “Chad was just joking around; don’t take it so hard.” But the other half of my brain was thinking, “Those bracelet comments felt more mean than fun. I knew that truly funny things shouldn’t make my stomach hurt.” The next day, Chad made another one of his “jokes” on the field. “Amy must think we’re playing golf instead of basketball,” he paused and smiled. Seeing my confusion, Chad said that each time Amy got the ball, it would just roll on the ground.” “Chad” I said. “I don’t think it’s funny.” “Why? What happened to your sense of humor?” he asked. I took a deep breath and decided to tell him my true feeling. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After a moment of heavy silence, Chad’s response came. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Paragraph 1: I took a deep breath and decided to tell him my true feeling. “Hey, Chad, I guess, we might have different ideas of what’s funny,” I began, my voice steady despite the butterflies in my stomach. I continued to explain that I did love our food jokes, but I didn’t think that ‘enemy bracelet’ comment was funny. I also mentioned the incident with Amy, emphasizing that it felt like he was making fun of her, not the situation. “Basically, I think laughing with people is way more fun than laughing at them.” Paragraph 2: After a moment of heavy silence, Chad’s response came. “You’re right. I didn’t realize my jokes could be hurtful. I’m sorry,” he admitted, his eyes reflecting a newfound understanding. A wave of relief washed over me as I responded, “I appreciate your apology, Chad. Let’s go back to the jokes that make everyone laugh, alright?” His smile slowly returned, genuine and beautiful. From that day on, our friendship was once again filled with laughter and the rest of the summer camp was a mix of activities and joy, just the way it was meant to be. 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了查德是作者在夏令营认识的朋友，但是对方开的玩笑让作者感到不舒服，于是向查德坦白自己的感受，查德也认识到了自己的错误，向作者道了歉。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“我深吸了一口气，决定告诉他我的真实感受”可知，第一段可描写作者坦白自己的感受。 ②由第二段首句内容“一阵沉痛的沉默之后，查德的回答来了”可知，第二段可描写查德意识到自己不该嘲笑别人，向作者道歉。 2. 续写线索：坦白感受——解释——查德沉默——查德回答——查德道歉——朋友和好——作者感悟 3. 词汇激活 行为类 ①开始：begin/start ②继续：continue to/go on ③强调：emphasize/stress 情绪类 ①喜爱：love/be fond of ②欢乐：joy/happiness 【点睛】【高分句型1】I continued to explain that I did love our food jokes, but I didn’t think that ‘enemy bracelet’ comment was funny. (运用了that引导宾语从句) 【高分句型2】Let’s go back to the jokes that make everyone laugh, alright? (运用了that引导定语从句) 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $