高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Exploring Poetry（较易版02）

高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Exploring Poetry（较易版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 does the woman think about John Grisham’s books? A．Useful. B．Unconvincing. C．Interesting. 2．（本题1．5分）What has the man collected? A．Coins. B．Books. C．Air tickets. 3．（本题1．5分）What is the date for the school play? A．The 5th. B．The 6th. C．The 7th. 4．（本题1．5分）What has recently caught the man’s interest? A．Areas with little rainfall. B．Places full of animals. C．Regions full of plants. 5．（本题1．5分）What was probably going on in the playground yesterday afternoon? A．A barbecue. B．A school sports meeting. C．A graduation ceremony. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1．5分)What does the project focus on? A．Air pollution. B．Information age. C．Social problems. 7．(1．5分)How will the speakers do the project? A．By visiting a museum. B．By interviewing experts. C．By doing online research. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1．5分)What can we learn about the woman’s brother? A．He loves movies. B．He owns a company. C．He is a professional director. 9．(1．5分)What is the man good at? A．Dancing. B．Singing. C．Storytelling. 10．(1.5分)Where does the conversation most probably take place? A．In a classroom. B．In a studio. C．At a bus stop. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 11．(1.5分)What is the main reason for building the Rooftop Garden? A．To offer relaxing space. B．To grow fresh vegetables. C．To teach gardening skills. 12．(1.5分)What will the vegetables be used for? A．Prizes for club activities. B．Supplies for local shops. C．Food in the school cafeteria. 13．(1.5分)What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A．Teacher and student. B．Gardener and visitor. C．Interviewer and interviewee. （本题6分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)Which is Lynda’s new book? A．Mystery on the Beach. B．Murder at the Hotel. C．A Strange Case. 15．(1.5分)What does Lynda say about her new lead? A．She is very young. B．She solves many crimes. C．She tells a story. 16．(1.5分)Where is Lynda’s new book mainly set? A．In Italy. B．In Ireland. C．In Britain. 17．(1.5分)What made Lynda start her first crime novel? A．The financial pressure. B．The support from an author. C．The success in a competition. （本题4.5分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(1.5分)When did modern English start? A．In the 18th century. B．In the 17th century. C．In the 16th century. 19．(1.5分)Whose works are famous for no rhyme at the end of each line? A．John Donne’s. B．John Milton’s. C．John Keats’. 20．(1.5分)What is the speaker mainly talking about? A．English novelists. B．English poetry. C．Modern English. 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）I was on the edge of burnout, after months of hard preparation for the college entrance exams. Stress and tiredness piled up day after day. Every day was filled with textbooks and endless practice papers, and I had gradually moved away from music, the very thing that once brought me the greatest joy. One weekend, when I walked aimlessly in the city street to release pressure, I happened to come across a street music festival. Among the performers was a young girl around my age, who had a voice that seemed to cut through my tiredness and I couldn’t help tapping my feet, with a long-lost sense of excitement welling up inside. All my tired thoughts were swept away by her beautiful singing. That performance served as a turning point. It made me realize how much I had been sacrificing my inner self for school achievements. With determination, I got back my old piano sheet music and changed my study schedule. Despite the heavy workload, I set aside a fixed period to enjoy music. Whether I was practicing challenging classical pieces or creating simple melodies, those musical moments became a necessary part of my daily life. Music slowly filled my dull busy life again. Surprisingly, these music breaks became a source of energy and inspiration. The pleasant flow of notes calmed my nerves, improved my concentration and refreshed my mind. I began to study with new-found eagerness. Music, in fact, taught me that even in the most stressful times, I could maintain my love for music while still staying devoted to my study-related goals, achieving a balance between aim and interest. From then on, I faced exam pressure with a more positive attitude. 24．(2.5分)Why did the author stop enjoying music before? A．Busy exam preparation. B．Less interest in music. C．Family pressure for grades. D．Negative effects of addiction. 25．(2.5分)What did the girl’s performance inspire the author to do? A．To dance with the girl. B．To recover long-lost excitement. C．To ignore upcoming exams. D．To feel sorry for relaxing. 26．(2.5分)What was the influence of music breaks? A．Better focus on studying. B．Lower grades in exams. C．Strong desire to be a musician. D．Fewer hours for practice papers. 27．(2.5分)What’s the author’s change after the music festival? A．Improving old piano sheet. B．Reducing study time for music. C．Creating classical pieces. D．Balancing study and music. （本题10分）Jane Goodall’s final book, Hope for the Planet: Lessons from a Lifetime of Protecting Nature, integrates stories from her time in Gombe with practical advice for individuals, communities, and governments to address climate change and biodiversity loss — offering readers a deeply personal look at her decades of work and a clear call to action for saving the planet. In the book, Goodall reflects on her most key moments: the day she watched David Greybeard use a tool, a discovery that redefined “humanity”, the heartbreak of witnessing chimpanzee (黑猩猩) habitats destroyed by deforestation, and the joy of seeing Roots & Shoots grow into a global movement. “I’ve seen the worst of what humans can do,” she writes. “But I’ve also seen the best — the kindness of a farmer who stops cutting down trees to save chimpanzees, the passion of a 10-year-old who organises a park cleanup, the courage of scientists fighting for truth. That’s where hope lives.” Goodall also addresses common myths about conservation, arguing that “saving the planet isn’t just for ‘experts’ — it’s for everyone.” She offers simple steps: reducing meat consumption, supporting sustainable brands, planting native plants, and talking to others about climate change. “You don’t need to be a scientist or a politician to make a difference,” she writes. “You just need to care-and to act.” “Jane writes like a friend sharing wisdom,” says environmental journalist Bill McKibben in his review for The New York Times. “She doesn’t scare readers with doomsday scenarios (末日场景) — she inspires them with stories of success. This book isn’t just a memoir (回忆录); it’s a handbook for hope.” The Jane Goodall Institute has announced that all proceeds from the book will go to supporting Roots & Shoots and chimpanzee conservation in Gombe. “Jane wanted this book to be a gift to future generations,” says Bill. “It’s her way of saying.' I’m no longer here, but you have everything you need to keep fighting.'” 28．(2.5分)What is Goodall’s Hope for the Planet aimed at? A．Reflecting on her past experiences. B．Providing guidance for wild survival. C．Demonstrating her insight into Earth saving. D．Recording her observations on chimpanzees. 29．(2.5分)What does Goodall want to convey by mentioning different people? A．Individual action matters to nature. B．Humanity needs to be redefined. C．Roots & Shoots is growing globally. D．Chimpanzees live well in nature. 30．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “myths” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Behaviors. B．Legends. C．Theories. D．Misunderstandings. 31．(2.5分)What do critics think of the book? A．It is urgent and alarming. B．It is vivid and humorous. C．It is instructive and encouraging. D．It is logical and impersonal. （本题10分）“There was once a town in the heart of America where all life seemed to live in harmony with its surroundings.” This is the surprising first sentence of Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring, the 1962 book that arguably sparked the modern environmental movement. While most people have heard of Silent Spring, many fewer have actually read it. It is now largely classified as textbooks or other educational contexts. That is why its first sentence is so surprising: Silent Spring does not read like a textbook. It begins with a fable and is filled with beautiful, emotional writing and passion throughout. Carson raised a public outcry against DDT not just with her research on its harmful effects, but with the vivid descriptions, powerful arguments, and poetic language that lift Silent Spring into the world of other great works of American literature. The poetry of Carson’s opening continues into the rest of Silent Spring. There is poetic language throughout the book; even Carson’s chapter titles such as “Earth’s Green Mantle (披风)” and “Through a Narrow Window” are not what we might expect for a scientific work. But the places where Carson’s artistry is more apparent are in her chapter introductions. She weaves her most vivid images in the first few paragraphs of each chapter, creating a more realistic experience for the reader before moving into more complex scientific writing. While she’s good at translating the beauty of the natural world, the powerful emotions Carson raises with this imagery are rarely rosy. Not only is Silent Spring a descriptive scientific work and a great work of literature — it is also an accusation. She uses the word “evil” 10 times, the word “suffer” 35 times, and different forms of the word “death” a total of 213 times. With this landmark book, Carson gracefully established herself as both an important figure of modern American literature and a pioneer of the 20th century’s environmental movement. Her words are effective and convincing, and more so because they are beautiful. Silent Spring is clearly a tapestry (挂毯) patiently woven — with a cause worth fighting for. 32．(2.5分)What is the opening of Silent Spring like? A．It clearly reveals its writing purpose. B．It directly presents Carson’s arguments. C．It starts with quotes from victims of pollution. D．It reads more like a fable than a science book. 33．(2.5分)Which part of Silent Spring best shows Carson’s literary skill? A．The opening. B．The chapter titles. C．The chapter introductions. D．The conclusion. 34．(2.5分)Why did Carson use emotional words like “death” repeatedly? A．To make her writing less technical. B．To highlight the urgency of her warning. C．To express her pessimism about the future. D．To contrast nature’s beauty with human destruction. 35．(2.5分)What’s the main focus of the passage? A．Why Silent Spring still matters. B．How powerful languages can be. C．Why Silent Spring is both science and literature. D．What role Carson plays in environmental history. （本题12.5分）World Poetry Day is celebrated every year on March 21. It celebrates a linguistic expression that people from all cultures can identify. ____36(2.5分)____. The most basic of poems have the power to stir dialogue. The day was proposed and adopted by UNESCO in 1999, on the occasion of its 30th General Conference held in Paris to “give fresh recognition and impetus to national, regional and international poetry movements”. ____37(2.5分)____. Poets, both past and present, are honored, and oral traditions of reciting poetry revive. Reading, writing, and teaching poetry are encouraged, and converged with other mediums of expression such as music, dance, painting, and more. How to Observe World Poetry Day Write a poem What better way to celebrate and promote poetry than by writing one of your own poems? If you don’t know where to start, try something small first. ____38(2.5分)____. Haikus can be funny or serious and typically focus on nature. Once you’ve got the hang of that, try your hand at free verse. A poem to your secret love, perhaps? Visit the American Poetry Museum Check out the American Poetry Museum in Washington, D．C．, a building dedicated to celebrating poetry all year long! ____39(2.5分)____. The museum offers special exhibits to learn about the art form and famous poets, and hosts events and workshops for patrons to learn even more. ____40(2.5分)____ Gather up your most literary friends for a night of fun and rhymes. Turn your living room into a makeshift coffee shop and prepare to give snaps to the performers. Friends can read one of their own works or one of their favorites from another author. No need for prizes (unless you want to get competitive!) — just get together to share in the celebration of poetry. A．Sometimes people are hesitant to try out poetry, thinking it can be hard to understand B．It was founded in 2004 and is known as one of the first of its kind to collect and feature poetry C．Host a poetry slam D．A haiku is a simple, three-line poem of five, then seven, then five syllables E．Poetry can be found in the history of every nation, and brings us together under shared values and common humanity F．The organization hoped to inspire the celebration of poetry all over the world, preserve endangered languages, and stimulate poetic expression through this day G．Poems are for everyone 三、完形填空 （本题15分）Rock climbing is a sport that includes using ropes and other equipment to climb up a rock face, either outdoors or an artificial one indoors. Luca, who is 17, enjoys outdoor ____41____ because it’s a chance to interact with the environment. He’s been researching how his ____42____ impacts nature since he was 14 and wants to promote ____43____ rock climbing. “In other words, climbing in a way that keeps the same outdoor ____44____ usable for the next 20 years,” he says. The ____45____ people climb are home to lots of plants and birds, and when climbers make their way up, they can ____46____ nests (鸟巢) and ecosystems (communities of living things) unintentionally. Luca says he ____47____ damage when he saw the ____48____ between climbing paths and the rock next to it. “One was green, and the other was ____49____ empty,” he says. Every outdoor climber can ____50____, though, Luca tells The Week Junior. He advises following marked paths, ____51____ wildlife and leaving no mark. This ____52____ ensuring you don’t leave litter or equipment behind. Luca began rock climbing through a school club and now ____53____ climbing in the UK and abroad, including Spain. His ____54____ for anyone wanting to try climbing is: “Have as much fun as possible and ____55____ that your rock climbing does not cause any damage to the environment.” 41．(1分)A．hiking B．cycling C．skiing D．climbing 42．(1分)A．hobby B．word C．decision D．routine 43．(1分)A．pleasant B．challenging C．eco-friendly D．anti-waste 44．(1分)A．tools B．paths C．resources D．courts 45．(1分)A．walls B．rocks C．trees D．mountains 46．(1分)A．explore B．rebuild C．attack D．damage 47．(1分)A．replaced B．missed C．spotted D．located 48．(1分)A．difference B．connection C．distance D．similarity 49．(1分)A．gradually B．relatively C．recently D．hardly 50．(1分)A．understand B．survive C．progress D．help 51．(1分)A．feeding B．attracting C．respecting D．ignoring 52．(1分)A．means B．explains C．promises D．proves 53．(1分)A．stops B．avoids C．imagines D．enjoys 54．(1分)A．demand B．advice C．permission D．encouragement 55．(1分)A．make sure B．figure out C．check through D．hold true 四、语法填空 （本题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。 Poetry uses language, sounds and imagery ____56(1.5分)____ (convey) thoughts and feelings. It has long been an essential art form across civilizations. Classical Chinese poetry, ____57(1.5分)____(compose) under strict rules of lines, characters, rhythm and rhyme, carries a unique artistic charm. Modern poets, however, have created free verse under Western ____58(1.5分)____ (guide), breaking traditional restrictions. The Tang Dynasty was ____59(1.5分)____ golden age of classical Chinese poetry. Li Bai, Du Fu and Wang Wei have gained worldwide fame, and their works ____60(1.5分)____ (admire) globally for centuries. Chinese poetry has shaped world literature significantly. Thanks to translators like Ezra Pound, ancient Chinese poems have won international recognition, showing their ____61(1.5分)____ (influence) charm across cultures. Since the early 20th century, Chinese writers have introduced European literature into China. ____62(1.5分)____ (consequent), this exchange affected the development of modern Chinese poetry greatly. Poets such as Wordsworth and Shelley,____63(1.5分)____ works are romantic and nature-focused, are deeply loved in China. Their styles bear striking similarities ____64(1.5分)____ those of Tang poets. Nowadays, a growing number of people are fond of poetry, and _____65(1.5分)_____ makes it so popular is that it bridges cross-cultural understanding between the East and the West. 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假定你是李华，学校将举办“畅想未来”主题分享会，请你写一篇英语发言稿，从家居（home life）、学习（learning）、健康（health）、社交（socialising）、娱乐（entertainment）五个角度中任选两个进行阐述，内容包括： (1)畅想这两个领域未来会出现的改变； (2)说明这些改变对你自身的积极影响。 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。 My Future Life Good morning, I’d like to share my vision of future life. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ That’s all. Thank you! 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。 Ryan never questioned his own abilities. He was known as the “idea machine” in the school because he could solve any problem with a clever solution. Teachers and classmates praised his creativity. To Ryan, success was natural, and teamwork seemed unnecessary. The school would hold an innovation (创新) contest. The theme was “Technology for a Better Tomorrow”. His team cheered when they heard they had been chosen to represent (代表) the school. But Ryan was different. He told himself, “This is my stage.” From the very beginning, Ryan took full control. He made plans, chose the technology, and even designed the presentation slides (幻灯片). His teammates became his assistants (助手)-Daniel bringing materials, Emma typing notes, and they following Ryan’s instructions. Whenever one of them, especially Emma, suggested a new idea, Ryan turned it down. “I know what works,” he would say. In his mind, they only slowed him down. After weeks of work, a smart recycling robot was built exactly as Ryan had planned. He was proud of its design and certain it would impress the judges. On the day of the contest, the team carried their project onto the stage. Other schools showed apps and energy-saving machines, each team member speaking with confidence and sharing roles equally. Ryan’s team, however, just stood behind him as he introduced the robot. At first, the speech went very well. The robot moved across the platform, picking up a plastic bottle and dropping it into the right box. Ryan smiled proudly. But then the judges began to ask questions. “How does the robot know different kinds of bottles?” one asked. Another judge asked about future improvements. Ryan couldn’t give an answer. He turned to his teammates for help, but they stood silently, unprepared. The judges exchanged their opinions. When the results were told, Ryan’s team was not among the winners. Ryan couldn’t accept the failure. After the contest, Ryan sat alone on the steps of the stage, his shoulders heavy and his head down. He couldn’t stop thinking about the contest. 注意： (1)续写词数应为150个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Just then, Emma walked over to Ryan. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After the conversation, Ryan decided to change. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Exploring Poetry（较易版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 does the woman think about John Grisham’s books? A．Useful. B．Unconvincing. C．Interesting. 【答案】B 【原文】M: I’m reading a book written by John Grisham at the moment. It’s useful and quite good. W: I’ve read a couple of his books. But I thought the plots were weak. I can’t believe why the story goes this way. M: The one I’m reading is interesting so far. 2．（本题1．5分）What has the man collected? A．Coins. B．Books. C．Air tickets. 【答案】C 【原文】W: Here is my collection of coins and books. I’ve collected so many over the past few years. M: Wow, I like collecting, too. Let me show you. These are all the plane tickets I have collected. W: It seems that you have been to many places these years. 3．（本题1．5分）What is the date for the school play? A．The 5th. B．The 6th. C．The 7th. 【答案】B 【原文】M: Betty, I’ve heard that the date for our school play has changed from the 5th to the 6th. W: Really? I was told it would be on the 7th. M: Yes. Since the 7th is a Saturday, they changed it to Friday. 4．（本题1．5分）What has recently caught the man’s interest? A．Areas with little rainfall. B．Places full of animals. C．Regions full of plants. 【答案】A 【原文】W: Reading about different types of habitats has been a real learning experience. M: Right, it’s so interesting. For a long time, I have been curious about natural environments known for their colorful and rich plant and animal life. But now, I’m more curious about dry places. 5．（本题1．5分）What was probably going on in the playground yesterday afternoon? A．A barbecue. B．A school sports meeting. C．A graduation ceremony. 【答案】C 【原文】W: Did you go to the playground yesterday afternoon? M: No, I was having a barbecue with my friends then. Was there anything special? W: Yes. The speech delivered by our headmaster touched every graduate deeply. M: After all, their college life is coming to an end. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1．5分)What does the project focus on? A．Air pollution. B．Information age. C．Social problems. 7．(1．5分)How will the speakers do the project? A．By visiting a museum. B．By interviewing experts. C．By doing online research. 【答案】6．A 7．C 【原文】M: Have you heard about the science project our teacher gave us? It’s about air pollution. W: Yeah, I have. To be honest, I’m a little bit worried. I don’t have much experience in this field, and I’m not sure if we can gather enough useful information. M: Don’t be so negative. Do you have any ideas on how to begin? W: Well, I think doing research on the Internet first is a good choice. There’s a lot of information about air pollution and ways to solve it on the Internet. M: That sounds reasonable. Also, we could try to get in touch with some social groups who address air pollution to see if they can give us any help. W: Good idea. Let’s start with the online research first. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1．5分)What can we learn about the woman’s brother? A．He loves movies. B．He owns a company. C．He is a professional director. 9．(1．5分)What is the man good at? A．Dancing. B．Singing. C．Storytelling. 10．(1.5分)Where does the conversation most probably take place? A．In a classroom. B．In a studio. C．At a bus stop. 【答案】8．A 9．A 10．B 【原文】W: Are you here for the West Side Story Tryouts, too? M: That’s right. Sorry, I’m not sure we’ve ever met. W: Alice Scott. I think you’re in my brother’s class...James? M: Oh, yes! I don’t know him very well, but we have a few friends in common. He founded the school film society, right? W: Yeah, that’s him. He’s crazy about movies! So, what part are you going for? M: I don’t mind, really. All the male roles seem pretty cool. What about you? W: I’d be happy with any of the parts, other than Anita. I think that would involve far too much dancing for me! I love performing, particularly singing. But I’ve got two left feet. M: You see, I’m the opposite. My voice probably isn’t strong enough for a theater show like this, but I’m hoping my dancing will see me through! （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 11．(1.5分)What is the main reason for building the Rooftop Garden? A．To offer relaxing space. B．To grow fresh vegetables. C．To teach gardening skills. 12．(1.5分)What will the vegetables be used for? A．Prizes for club activities. B．Supplies for local shops. C．Food in the school cafeteria. 13．(1.5分)What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A．Teacher and student. B．Gardener and visitor. C．Interviewer and interviewee. 【答案】11．A 12．C 13．C 【原文】W: Welcome to Campus Voice. Today we have Leo, head of the gardening club, talk about the new Rooftop Garden project. Leo, what’s the aim of this project? M: Thanks for having me. We primarily want to create a green space where students can relax between classes. It’s not just about growing food — it’s a place to water plants, enjoy the green view, and rest your eyes from books. W: How can students get involved? M: Any student can visit the garden during break time to relax or just enjoy the green view — you don’t need to be a club member for that. Even 10 minutes there helps you refresh yourself. W: What will happen to the vegetables you grow? M: They’ll be used in the school cafeteria. Students can actually eat what they grow! This makes our meals healthier and more meaningful. W: Any future plans? M: Yes! We want to add more flowering plants and host lessons here to teach easy gardening skills. W: It sounds like a wonderful place for both relaxation and learning. It really adds something special to our campus. M: Absolutely. （本题6分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)Which is Lynda’s new book? A．Mystery on the Beach. B．Murder at the Hotel. C．A Strange Case. 15．(1.5分)What does Lynda say about her new lead? A．She is very young. B．She solves many crimes. C．She tells a story. 16．(1.5分)Where is Lynda’s new book mainly set? A．In Italy. B．In Ireland. C．In Britain. 17．(1.5分)What made Lynda start her first crime novel? A．The financial pressure. B．The support from an author. C．The success in a competition. 【答案】14．C 15．A 16．A 17．B 【原文】M: Lynda, now you’re in London for the publication of your latest novel, aren’t you? W: That’s right. M: After the success of your Inspector Benson series, which included bestsellers such as Murder at the Hotel and Mystery on the Beach, you’re about to publish A Strange Case, which has a new policewoman. Why is that? W: Well, Anna is only 12 years old. As the main character, we see the events surrounding the mystery through her eyes, but she doesn’t actually solve the crime, and she isn’t a policewoman. It’s just another way of telling the story. M: And just reading the first few pages, I noticed that the novel is set in Cambridge. W: Well, it starts in Cambridge, but most of the story takes place in Italy, and there are scenes in Ireland. M: What made you start writing crime novels? W: I started off writing romantic fiction, but they weren’t very successful. So I started doing some travel writing to make money and writing stories for magazines. The crime writing began when I wrote a short story to enter a competition 10 years ago. It didn’t win, but one of the judges, a famous author, said to me, “You’ve got the first chapter of a crime novel there.” And that was the first Inspector Benson novel. （本题4.5分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(1.5分)When did modern English start? A．In the 18th century. B．In the 17th century. C．In the 16th century. 19．(1.5分)Whose works are famous for no rhyme at the end of each line? A．John Donne’s. B．John Milton’s. C．John Keats’. 20．(1.5分)What is the speaker mainly talking about? A．English novelists. B．English poetry. C．Modern English. 【答案】18．C 19．B 20．B 【原文】 Despite its short history, there is a lot of good English poetry around. Modern English started around the time of William Shakespeare, towards the end of the sixteenth century. The seventeenth century was a great time for English poetry. In this generation of great English poets we meet John Donne. Before the end of the century, there was another famous writer John Milton. Once published, his work became famous for the lack of rhyme at the end of each line. In the eighteenth century it was Alexander Pope who wrote the finest poetry in England. The next period that produced a great number of fine poets was the nineteenth century. Greatly loved are the Romantic poets, like John Keats, William Wordsworth and George Byron. Although they were all born in the eighteenth century, they wrote their major works in the early of the 19th century. 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）I was on the edge of burnout, after months of hard preparation for the college entrance exams. Stress and tiredness piled up day after day. Every day was filled with textbooks and endless practice papers, and I had gradually moved away from music, the very thing that once brought me the greatest joy. One weekend, when I walked aimlessly in the city street to release pressure, I happened to come across a street music festival. Among the performers was a young girl around my age, who had a voice that seemed to cut through my tiredness and I couldn’t help tapping my feet, with a long-lost sense of excitement welling up inside. All my tired thoughts were swept away by her beautiful singing. That performance served as a turning point. It made me realize how much I had been sacrificing my inner self for school achievements. With determination, I got back my old piano sheet music and changed my study schedule. Despite the heavy workload, I set aside a fixed period to enjoy music. Whether I was practicing challenging classical pieces or creating simple melodies, those musical moments became a necessary part of my daily life. Music slowly filled my dull busy life again. Surprisingly, these music breaks became a source of energy and inspiration. The pleasant flow of notes calmed my nerves, improved my concentration and refreshed my mind. I began to study with new-found eagerness. Music, in fact, taught me that even in the most stressful times, I could maintain my love for music while still staying devoted to my study-related goals, achieving a balance between aim and interest. From then on, I faced exam pressure with a more positive attitude. 24．(2.5分)Why did the author stop enjoying music before? A．Busy exam preparation. B．Less interest in music. C．Family pressure for grades. D．Negative effects of addiction. 25．(2.5分)What did the girl’s performance inspire the author to do? A．To dance with the girl. B．To recover long-lost excitement. C．To ignore upcoming exams. D．To feel sorry for relaxing. 26．(2.5分)What was the influence of music breaks? A．Better focus on studying. B．Lower grades in exams. C．Strong desire to be a musician. D．Fewer hours for practice papers. 27．(2.5分)What’s the author’s change after the music festival? A．Improving old piano sheet. B．Reducing study time for music. C．Creating classical pieces. D．Balancing study and music. 【答案】24．A 25．B 26．A 27．D 【导语】文章主要介绍了作者为备战高考长期埋头学习、放弃热爱的音乐，偶遇街头音乐节被少女歌声触动，重拾音乐，学会平衡学习与爱好，以积极心态面对备考压力的故事。 【详解】24．细节理解题。根据原文第一段 “I was on the edge of burnout, after months of hard preparation for the college entrance exams.(经过数月高考苦战，我濒临心力交瘁。)” 以及“Every day was filled with textbooks and endless practice papers, and I had gradually moved away from music, the very thing that once brought me the greatest joy.(每天充斥着课本和无尽试卷，我渐渐远离了曾带给我极致快乐的音乐。)”可知，作者放弃音乐是因为忙于备考。 25．细节理解题。根据原文第二段“Among the performers was a young girl around my age, who had a voice that seemed to cut through my tiredness and I couldn’t help tapping my feet, with a long-lost sense of excitement welling up inside.(表演者中有一位和我年纪相仿的女孩，她的歌声驱散了我的疲惫，我忍不住跟着节奏轻拍双脚打节拍，心底涌起久违的激动。)”可知，女孩的表演让作者重拾久违的兴奋感。 26．细节理解题。根据原文第四段“The pleasant flow of notes calmed my nerves, improved my concentration and refreshed my mind.(悦耳的旋律平复了我的紧张情绪，提升了专注力，让头脑焕然一新。)”可知，音乐休息时间让作者学习时注意力更集中。 27．细节理解题。根据原文第四段“Music, in fact, taught me that even in the most stressful times, I could maintain my love for music while still staying devoted to my study-related goals, achieving a balance between aim and interest.(事实上音乐教会我，即便压力巨大，我也可以保持对音乐的热爱，同时专心完成学习目标，在目标与爱好之间找到平衡。)”可知，音乐节过后作者学会平衡学习与音乐。 （本题10分）Jane Goodall’s final book, Hope for the Planet: Lessons from a Lifetime of Protecting Nature, integrates stories from her time in Gombe with practical advice for individuals, communities, and governments to address climate change and biodiversity loss — offering readers a deeply personal look at her decades of work and a clear call to action for saving the planet. In the book, Goodall reflects on her most key moments: the day she watched David Greybeard use a tool, a discovery that redefined “humanity”, the heartbreak of witnessing chimpanzee (黑猩猩) habitats destroyed by deforestation, and the joy of seeing Roots & Shoots grow into a global movement. “I’ve seen the worst of what humans can do,” she writes. “But I’ve also seen the best — the kindness of a farmer who stops cutting down trees to save chimpanzees, the passion of a 10-year-old who organises a park cleanup, the courage of scientists fighting for truth. That’s where hope lives.” Goodall also addresses common myths about conservation, arguing that “saving the planet isn’t just for ‘experts’ — it’s for everyone.” She offers simple steps: reducing meat consumption, supporting sustainable brands, planting native plants, and talking to others about climate change. “You don’t need to be a scientist or a politician to make a difference,” she writes. “You just need to care-and to act.” “Jane writes like a friend sharing wisdom,” says environmental journalist Bill McKibben in his review for The New York Times. “She doesn’t scare readers with doomsday scenarios (末日场景) — she inspires them with stories of success. This book isn’t just a memoir (回忆录); it’s a handbook for hope.” The Jane Goodall Institute has announced that all proceeds from the book will go to supporting Roots & Shoots and chimpanzee conservation in Gombe. “Jane wanted this book to be a gift to future generations,” says Bill. “It’s her way of saying.' I’m no longer here, but you have everything you need to keep fighting.'” 28．(2.5分)What is Goodall’s Hope for the Planet aimed at? A．Reflecting on her past experiences. B．Providing guidance for wild survival. C．Demonstrating her insight into Earth saving. D．Recording her observations on chimpanzees. 29．(2.5分)What does Goodall want to convey by mentioning different people? A．Individual action matters to nature. B．Humanity needs to be redefined. C．Roots & Shoots is growing globally. D．Chimpanzees live well in nature. 30．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “myths” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Behaviors. B．Legends. C．Theories. D．Misunderstandings. 31．(2.5分)What do critics think of the book? A．It is urgent and alarming. B．It is vivid and humorous. C．It is instructive and encouraging. D．It is logical and impersonal. 【答案】28．C 29．A 30．D 31．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了简·古道尔的新书《给地球带来希望：保护自然一生的经验教训》的内容、意义及评价。 【详解】28．细节理解题。根据第一段“Jane Goodall’s final book, Hope for the Planet: Lessons from a Lifetime of Protecting Nature, integrates stories from her time in Gombe with practical advice for individuals, communities, and governments to address climate change and biodiversity loss — offering readers a deeply personal look at her decades of work and a clear call to action for saving the planet.(简·古道尔的收官之作《给地球带来希望：毕生守护自然的启示》，将她在贡贝时期的经历与个人、社区和政府应对气候变化及生物多样性丧失的实用建议融为一体 —— 既向读者展现了她数十年工作中极具个人色彩的深刻回顾，也清晰发出了拯救地球的行动号召。)”可知，古道尔的书旨在展示她对拯救地球的见解。故选C。 29．推理判断题。根据第二段中“But I’ve also seen the best — the kindness of a farmer who stops cutting down trees to save chimpanzees, the passion of a 10-year-old who organises a park cleanup, the courage of scientists fighting for truth．That’s where hope lives.(但我也看到了最好的一面——一位农民为了拯救黑猩猩而停止砍伐树木的善良，一个10岁孩子组织公园清理活动的热情，科学家们为真理而战的勇气。希望就在那里。)”可知，古道尔提到不同的人是想传达个人的行动对自然很重要。故选A。 30．词句猜测题。根据第三段中“Goodall also addresses common myths about conservation, arguing that “saving the planet isn’t just for ‘experts’ — it’s for everyone.” She offers simple steps: reducing meat consumption, supporting sustainable brands, planting native plants, and talking to others about climate change.(古道尔还谈到了关于保护自然的常见myths，认为“拯救地球不仅仅是‘专家’的事——而是每个人的事。”她提出了一些简单的步骤：减少肉类消费，支持可持续品牌，种植本地植物，与他人谈论气候变化。)”可知，古道尔认为拯救地球是每个人的事，并给出了具体的做法，由此可推知，她是在纠正人们对于保护自然的常见误解，所以myths意思是“误解”，与Misunderstandings意义相近。故选D。 31．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段““Jane writes like a friend sharing wisdom,” says environmental journalist Bill McKibben in his review for The New York Times．“She doesn’t scare readers with doomsday scenarios (末日场景) — she inspires them with stories of success．This book isn’t just a memoir (回忆录); it’s a handbook for hope.”(“简写起来就像一个分享智慧的朋友，”环境记者比尔·麦基本在为《纽约时报》撰写的评论中说。“她不会用末日场景吓唬读者——而是用成功的故事激励他们。这本书不仅仅是一本回忆录；它是一本希望手册。”)”可知，评论家认为这本书有启发性和鼓励性。故选C。 （本题10分）“There was once a town in the heart of America where all life seemed to live in harmony with its surroundings.” This is the surprising first sentence of Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring, the 1962 book that arguably sparked the modern environmental movement. While most people have heard of Silent Spring, many fewer have actually read it. It is now largely classified as textbooks or other educational contexts. That is why its first sentence is so surprising: Silent Spring does not read like a textbook. It begins with a fable and is filled with beautiful, emotional writing and passion throughout. Carson raised a public outcry against DDT not just with her research on its harmful effects, but with the vivid descriptions, powerful arguments, and poetic language that lift Silent Spring into the world of other great works of American literature. The poetry of Carson’s opening continues into the rest of Silent Spring. There is poetic language throughout the book; even Carson’s chapter titles such as “Earth’s Green Mantle (披风)” and “Through a Narrow Window” are not what we might expect for a scientific work. But the places where Carson’s artistry is more apparent are in her chapter introductions. She weaves her most vivid images in the first few paragraphs of each chapter, creating a more realistic experience for the reader before moving into more complex scientific writing. While she’s good at translating the beauty of the natural world, the powerful emotions Carson raises with this imagery are rarely rosy. Not only is Silent Spring a descriptive scientific work and a great work of literature — it is also an accusation. She uses the word “evil” 10 times, the word “suffer” 35 times, and different forms of the word “death” a total of 213 times. With this landmark book, Carson gracefully established herself as both an important figure of modern American literature and a pioneer of the 20th century’s environmental movement. Her words are effective and convincing, and more so because they are beautiful. Silent Spring is clearly a tapestry (挂毯) patiently woven — with a cause worth fighting for. 32．(2.5分)What is the opening of Silent Spring like? A．It clearly reveals its writing purpose. B．It directly presents Carson’s arguments. C．It starts with quotes from victims of pollution. D．It reads more like a fable than a science book. 33．(2.5分)Which part of Silent Spring best shows Carson’s literary skill? A．The opening. B．The chapter titles. C．The chapter introductions. D．The conclusion. 34．(2.5分)Why did Carson use emotional words like “death” repeatedly? A．To make her writing less technical. B．To highlight the urgency of her warning. C．To express her pessimism about the future. D．To contrast nature’s beauty with human destruction. 35．(2.5分)What’s the main focus of the passage? A．Why Silent Spring still matters. B．How powerful languages can be. C．Why Silent Spring is both science and literature. D．What role Carson plays in environmental history. 【答案】32．D 33．C 34．B 35．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了蕾切尔·卡逊的《寂静的春天》，其开篇像寓言，文学性强，兼具科学与文学特质，是环保运动里程碑。 【详解】32．细节理解题。根据第三段“That is why its first sentence is so surprising: Silent Spring does not read like a textbook. It begins with a fable and is filled with beautiful, emotional writing and passion throughout.(这就是为什么它的第一句话会如此令人惊讶：《寂静的春天》读起来不像是一本教科书。它以一则寓言开篇，全书充满了优美动人的文字和强烈的感情色彩)”可知，《寂静的春天》这本书的开头读起来更像是一个寓言故事，而非一本科学著作。故选D。 33．细节理解题。根据第四段“But the places where Carson’s artistry is more apparent are in her chapter introductions．She weaves her most vivid images in the first few paragraphs of each chapter, creating a more realistic experience for the reader before moving into more complex scientific writing.(但卡逊作品中更具艺术表现力的部分体现在她的章节引言部分。她在每一章的前几段中巧妙地融入了最生动的意象，为读者营造出一种更为真实的阅读体验，然后再深入探讨更为复杂的科学内容)”可知，《寂静的春天》这部作品中第一章的介绍部分最能体现卡逊的文学才华，故选C。 34．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“While she’s good at translating the beauty of the natural world, the powerful emotions Carson raises with this imagery are rarely rosy．Not only is Silent Spring a descriptive scientific work and a great work of literature — it is also an accusation．She uses the word “evil”10 times, the word “suffer” 35 times, and different forms of the word “death” a total of 213 times.(虽然卡逊在描绘自然界的美方面颇为出色，但她通过这些意象所引发的强大情感却很少是美好的。《寂静的春天》不仅是一部描述性的科学著作和杰出的文学作品，它还是一份控诉书。她用了“邪恶”这个词10次，“受苦”这个词35次，而“死亡”这个词的各种形式总共出现了213次)”可知，卡逊通过多次使用“evil”、“suffer”、“death”这类带有强烈情感色彩的词汇，目的是强调环境问题的严重性，即，突出她所发出警告的紧迫性。故选B。 35．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“With this landmark book, Carson gracefully established herself as both an important figure of modern American literature and a pioneer of the 20th century’s environmental movement．Her words are effective and convincing, and more so because they are beautiful．Silent Spring is clearly a tapestry (挂毯) patiently woven — with a cause worth fighting for.(凭借这本具有里程碑意义的著作，卡逊成功地确立了自己作为现代美国文学重要人物以及20世纪环保运动先驱的地位。她的文字既有力又令人信服，而且更因其优美而显得更加出色。《寂静的春天》无疑是一幅精心编织的挂毯——背后有着值得为之奋斗的崇高目标)”结合文章主要介绍了蕾切尔·卡逊的《寂静的春天》，其开篇像寓言，文学性强，兼具科学与文学特质，是环保运动里程碑。可知，这篇文章的主要论述重点是《寂静的春天》为何既是科学著作又是文学作品。故选C。 （本题12.5分）World Poetry Day is celebrated every year on March 21. It celebrates a linguistic expression that people from all cultures can identify. ____36(2.5分)____. The most basic of poems have the power to stir dialogue. The day was proposed and adopted by UNESCO in 1999, on the occasion of its 30th General Conference held in Paris to “give fresh recognition and impetus to national, regional and international poetry movements”. ____37(2.5分)____. Poets, both past and present, are honored, and oral traditions of reciting poetry revive. Reading, writing, and teaching poetry are encouraged, and converged with other mediums of expression such as music, dance, painting, and more. How to Observe World Poetry Day Write a poem What better way to celebrate and promote poetry than by writing one of your own poems? If you don’t know where to start, try something small first. ____38(2.5分)____. Haikus can be funny or serious and typically focus on nature. Once you’ve got the hang of that, try your hand at free verse. A poem to your secret love, perhaps? Visit the American Poetry Museum Check out the American Poetry Museum in Washington, D．C．, a building dedicated to celebrating poetry all year long! ____39(2.5分)____. The museum offers special exhibits to learn about the art form and famous poets, and hosts events and workshops for patrons to learn even more. ____40(2.5分)____ Gather up your most literary friends for a night of fun and rhymes. Turn your living room into a makeshift coffee shop and prepare to give snaps to the performers. Friends can read one of their own works or one of their favorites from another author. No need for prizes (unless you want to get competitive!) — just get together to share in the celebration of poetry. A．Sometimes people are hesitant to try out poetry, thinking it can be hard to understand B．It was founded in 2004 and is known as one of the first of its kind to collect and feature poetry C．Host a poetry slam D．A haiku is a simple, three-line poem of five, then seven, then five syllables E．Poetry can be found in the history of every nation, and brings us together under shared values and common humanity F．The organization hoped to inspire the celebration of poetry all over the world, preserve endangered languages, and stimulate poetic expression through this day G．Poems are for everyone 【答案】36．E 37．F 38．D 39．B 40．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了世界诗歌日的庆祝方式，包括如何通过写诗、参观诗歌博物馆以及举办诗歌朗诵会等活动来庆祝和推广诗歌。 【详解】36．由上文“World Poetry Day is celebrated every year on March 21. It celebrates a linguistic expression that people from all cultures can identify. (每年的3月21日是世界诗歌日。它庆祝的是一种来自不同文化的人们都能认同的语言表达方式。)”可知，此空应进一步阐述诗歌的意义或价值。E选项“Poetry can be found in the history of every nation, and brings us together under shared values and common humanity (诗歌存在于每个国家的历史中，它让我们在共同的价值和共同的人性下团结在一起)”能承接上文，符合语境。故选E。 37．由上文“The day was proposed and adopted by UNESCO in 1999, on the occasion of its 30th General Conference held in Paris to “give fresh recognition and impetus to national, regional and international poetry movements”．(1999年，在巴黎举行的第30届联合国教科文组织大会上，世界诗歌日被提出并获得通过，旨在“对国家、区域和国际诗歌运动给予新的认可和推动”。)”可知，此空应进一步说明联合国教科文组织设立世界诗歌日的期望。F选项“The organization hoped to inspire the celebration of poetry all over the world, preserve endangered languages, and stimulate poetic expression through this day (该组织希望通过这一天，激发全世界对诗歌的庆祝，保护濒危语言，并激发诗歌表达)”能承接上文，符合语境。故选F。 38．由上文“What better way to celebrate and promote poetry than by writing one of your own poems? If you don’t know where to start, try something small first．(还有什么比写一首自己的诗来庆祝和推广诗歌更好的方式呢？如果你不知道从哪里开始，先尝试一些小的。)”及下文“Haikus can be funny or serious and typically focus on nature．(俳句可以是有趣的，也可以是严肃的，通常以自然为主题。)”可知，本空需介绍“小篇幅诗歌”的具体例子。D选项“A haiku is a simple, three-line poem of five, then seven, then five syllables (俳句是一种简单的三行诗，每行分别为五个、七个和五个音节)”能承上启下，符合语境。故选D。 39．由上文“Check out the American Poetry Museum in Washington, D.C, a building dedicated to celebrating poetry all year long! (参观位于华盛顿特区的美国诗歌博物馆，这是一座全年致力于庆祝诗歌的建筑！)”可知，此空应进一步介绍美国诗歌博物馆的相关信息。B选项“It was founded in 2004 and is known as one of the first of its kind to collect and feature poetry (它成立于2004年，是首批收集和展示诗歌的博物馆之一)”能承接上文，符合语境。故选B。 40．由下文“Gather up your most literary friends for a night of fun and rhymes．Turn your living room into a makeshift coffee shop and prepare to give snaps to the performers．Friends can read one of their own works or one of their favorites from another author．(召集你最有文学素养的朋友，一起度过一个充满乐趣和韵律的夜晚。把你的客厅变成一个临时的咖啡馆，准备好为表演者鼓掌。朋友们可以朗读自己的作品，也可以朗读其他作者最喜欢的作品。)”可知，此空应提出一个与诗歌相关的活动建议。C选项“Host a poetry slam (举办一场诗歌朗诵会)”能概括下文主旨，符合语境。故选C。 三、完形填空 （本题15分）Rock climbing is a sport that includes using ropes and other equipment to climb up a rock face, either outdoors or an artificial one indoors. Luca, who is 17, enjoys outdoor ____41____ because it’s a chance to interact with the environment. He’s been researching how his ____42____ impacts nature since he was 14 and wants to promote ____43____ rock climbing. “In other words, climbing in a way that keeps the same outdoor ____44____ usable for the next 20 years,” he says. The ____45____ people climb are home to lots of plants and birds, and when climbers make their way up, they can ____46____ nests (鸟巢) and ecosystems (communities of living things) unintentionally. Luca says he ____47____ damage when he saw the ____48____ between climbing paths and the rock next to it. “One was green, and the other was ____49____ empty,” he says. Every outdoor climber can ____50____, though, Luca tells The Week Junior. He advises following marked paths, ____51____ wildlife and leaving no mark. This ____52____ ensuring you don’t leave litter or equipment behind. Luca began rock climbing through a school club and now ____53____ climbing in the UK and abroad, including Spain. His ____54____ for anyone wanting to try climbing is: “Have as much fun as possible and ____55____ that your rock climbing does not cause any damage to the environment.” 41．(1分)A．hiking B．cycling C．skiing D．climbing 42．(1分)A．hobby B．word C．decision D．routine 43．(1分)A．pleasant B．challenging C．eco-friendly D．anti-waste 44．(1分)A．tools B．paths C．resources D．courts 45．(1分)A．walls B．rocks C．trees D．mountains 46．(1分)A．explore B．rebuild C．attack D．damage 47．(1分)A．replaced B．missed C．spotted D．located 48．(1分)A．difference B．connection C．distance D．similarity 49．(1分)A．gradually B．relatively C．recently D．hardly 50．(1分)A．understand B．survive C．progress D．help 51．(1分)A．feeding B．attracting C．respecting D．ignoring 52．(1分)A．means B．explains C．promises D．proves 53．(1分)A．stops B．avoids C．imagines D．enjoys 54．(1分)A．demand B．advice C．permission D．encouragement 55．(1分)A．make sure B．figure out C．check through D．hold true 【答案】 41．D 42．A 43．C 44．B 45．B 46．D 47．C 48．A 49．B 50．D 51．C 52．A 53．D 54．B 55．A 【导语】文章介绍了17岁攀岩爱好者Luca倡导环保攀岩，讲述攀岩对自然的破坏、他的发现与环保建议，传递人与自然和谐共处的理念。 【详解】41．考查名词。句意：17岁的Luca喜欢户外攀岩，因为这是一个接触自然的机会。A. hiking远足；B. cycling骑行；C. skiing滑雪；D. climbing攀岩。根据后文“rock climbing”可知，他喜欢攀岩运动。 42．考查名词。句意：他从14岁起就一直在研究自己的爱好如何影响自然，他想推广环保型攀岩。A．hobby爱好；B．word单词；C．decision决定；D．routine常规。根据前文“Luca, who is 17, enjoys outdoor _”可知，攀岩是他的爱好。 43．考查形容词。句意同上。A．pleasant愉快的；B．challenging有挑战的；C．eco-friendly环保的；D．anti-waste反浪费的。根据后文“climbing in a way that keeps the same outdoor _ usable for the next 20 years”，体现了他的环保攀岩理念。 44．考查名词。句意：他说：“换句话说，以一种能让户外路径在未来 20 年仍可使用的方式攀岩。”A．tools工具；B．paths路径；C．resources资源；D．courts场地。根据后文“climbing paths” 可知，此处提及攀岩路径，是信息词paths的词汇复现。 45．考查名词。句意：人们攀爬的岩石是许多植物和鸟类的家园，攀岩者向上攀爬时，会无意间破坏鸟巢和生态系统（生物群落）。A．walls墙壁；B．rocks岩石；C．trees树木；D．mountains山脉。根据前文“climb up a rock face”及后文“people climb are home to lots of plants and birds”可知，人们攀爬的岩石是许多植物和鸟类的家园。 46．考查动词。句意同上。A．explore探索；B．rebuild重建；C．attack攻击；D．damage破坏。根据后文“damage”及“your rock climbing does not cause any damage to the environment”可知，攀岩对生态的负面影响，会破坏鸟巢。 47．考查动词。句意：Luca说，当他看到攀岩路径与旁边岩石的差异时，发现了这种破坏。A．replaced替代；B．missed错过；C．spotted发现；D．located定位。根据后文“One was green, and the other was _ empty”描述他看到“一边绿、一边光秃”的对比，可知，他发现了破坏现象。 48．考查名词。句意同上。A．difference差异；B．connection联系；C．distance距离；D．similarity相似。根据后文“One was green, and the other was _ empty”可知，攀岩路径与旁边岩石存在明显差异。 49．考查副词。句意：他说：“一边是绿色的，另一边相对光秃秃的。”A．gradually逐渐地；B．relatively相对地；C．recently最近；D．hardly几乎不。根据前文“between climbing paths and the rock next to it”及“ One was green”可知，攀岩路径与旁边岩石存在差异，旁边岩石绿意盎然，攀岩路径就相对植被稀少。 50．考查动词。句意：不过Luca告诉《青少年周刊》，每个户外攀岩者都可以提供帮助。A．understand理解；B．survive生存；C．progress进步；D．help帮助。根据后文 “He advises following marked paths”可知，攀岩者可通过行动助力环保。 51．考查动词。句意：他建议遵循标记路径、尊重野生动物、不留痕迹。A．feeding喂养；B．attracting吸引；C．respecting尊重；D．ignoring忽视。根据前文“wants to promote _ rock climbing”及后文“wildlife”可知，环保理念下对野生动物应是“尊重”。 52．考查动词。句意：这意味着确保不留下垃圾或装备。A．means意味着；B．explains解释；C．promises承诺；D．proves证明。根据前文“leaving no mark”可知，后文是对该短语的具体解释，“意味着”符合逻辑。 53．考查动词。句意：Luca通过学校俱乐部开始攀岩，现在喜欢在英国和国外（包括西班牙）攀岩。A．stops停止；B．avoids避免；C．imagines想象；D．enjoys喜欢。根据前文“enjoys outdoor _”可知，此处表示他对攀岩的喜爱。 54．考查名词。句意：他给所有想尝试攀岩的人的建议是：尽可能享受乐趣，并确保你的攀岩活动不会对环境造成任何破坏。A．demand要求；B．advice建议；C．permission许可；D．encouragement鼓励。根据后文“Have as much fun as possible and _ that your rock climbing does not cause any damage to the environment.”可知，这是给想尝试攀岩的人的建议。 55．考查动词短语。句意同上。A．make sure确保；B．figure out弄清楚；C．check through核查；D．hold true适用。根据后文“your rock climbing does not cause any damage to the environment”可知，此处强调 “保证不破坏环境”。 四、语法填空 （本题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。 Poetry uses language, sounds and imagery ____56(1.5分)____ (convey) thoughts and feelings. It has long been an essential art form across civilizations. Classical Chinese poetry, ____57(1.5分)____(compose) under strict rules of lines, characters, rhythm and rhyme, carries a unique artistic charm. Modern poets, however, have created free verse under Western ____58(1.5分)____ (guide), breaking traditional restrictions. The Tang Dynasty was ____59(1.5分)____ golden age of classical Chinese poetry. Li Bai, Du Fu and Wang Wei have gained worldwide fame, and their works ____60(1.5分)____ (admire) globally for centuries. Chinese poetry has shaped world literature significantly. Thanks to translators like Ezra Pound, ancient Chinese poems have won international recognition, showing their ____61(1.5分)____ (influence) charm across cultures. Since the early 20th century, Chinese writers have introduced European literature into China. ____62(1.5分)____ (consequent), this exchange affected the development of modern Chinese poetry greatly. Poets such as Wordsworth and Shelley,____63(1.5分)____ works are romantic and nature-focused, are deeply loved in China. Their styles bear striking similarities ____64(1.5分)____ those of Tang poets. Nowadays, a growing number of people are fond of poetry, and _____65(1.5分)_____ makes it so popular is that it bridges cross-cultural understanding between the East and the West. 【答案】 56．to convey 57．composed 58．guidance 59．the 60．have been admired 61．influential 62．Consequently 63．whose 64．to 65．what 【导语】本文介绍中国古典与现代诗歌的发展，提及唐诗的鼎盛与中外诗歌交流，中西诗作各具特色且存有共通点，诗歌也促进了东西方文化交融。 【详解】56．考查非谓语动词。句意：诗歌通过语言、声音和意象来传达思想和情感。此处convey作目的状语，应用不定式。 57．考查非谓语动词。句意：古典汉语诗歌遵循着严格的行文、字数、节奏和韵律等规则创作而成，蕴含着一种独特的艺术魅力。Classical Chinese poetry与compose（创作）是被动关系，用过去分词作定语。 58．考查名词。句意：然而，现代诗人在西方的引导下创作出了自由体诗，打破了传统的限制。作介词under的宾语，应用名词guidance。 59．考查冠词。句意：唐朝是古典中国诗歌的鼎盛时期。此处特指“中国诗歌的鼎盛时期”，用定冠词修饰。 60．考查时态语态。句意：李白、杜甫和王维在世界范围内享有盛誉，他们的作品数百年来一直受到全球人们的赞赏。主语works与谓语构成被动关系，结合for centuries可知为现在完成时的被动语态，助动词用have。 61．考查形容词。句意：多亏了像埃兹拉·庞德这样的译者，中国古代诗歌才获得了国际认可，彰显了其跨越文化的巨大影响力和魅力。修饰名词charm用形容词influential，作定语。 62．考查副词。句意：因此，这种交流对现代中国诗歌的发展产生了重大影响。修饰后文句子用副词consequently，作状语，首字母大写。 63．考查定语从句。句意：像华兹华斯和雪莱这样的诗人，他们作品以浪漫主义和自然为主题，深受中国人的喜爱。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词Wordsworth and Shelley，在从句作定语。故用关系代词whose。 64．考查介词。句意：他们的文风与唐代诗人的文风有着惊人的相似之处。短语similarities to表示“与……的相似之处”。 65．考查主语从句。句意：如今，越来越多的人喜欢上了诗歌，而诗歌之所以如此受欢迎，是因为它在东西方之间架起了跨越文化的理解桥梁。引导主语从句，从句缺少主语，指物，故用what引导。 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假定你是李华，学校将举办“畅想未来”主题分享会，请你写一篇英语发言稿，从家居（home life）、学习（learning）、健康（health）、社交（socialising）、娱乐（entertainment）五个角度中任选两个进行阐述，内容包括： (1)畅想这两个领域未来会出现的改变； (2)说明这些改变对你自身的积极影响。 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。 My Future Life Good morning, I’d like to share my vision of future life. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ That’s all. Thank you! 【答案】One possible version: My Future Life Good morning, I’d like to share my vision of future life. I am particularly looking forward to the changes in learning and health. In the future, AI-powered virtual reality will make learning immersive. Instead of just reading textbooks, I will be able to take virtual field trips to ancient civilizations or outer space, which will greatly spark my curiosity and make studying highly efficient. In terms of health, smart wearable devices will monitor our physical conditions in real time. They will provide personalized diet and exercise plans, helping me form healthy habits and stay energetic every day. I believe these advancements will make our lives much better. That’s all. Thank you! 【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生以李华的身份撰写一篇题为“My Future Life”的英语发言稿，从指定的五个角度中选取两个方面畅想未来生活的变化，并介绍这些变化带来的积极影响。 【详解】1.词汇积累 期望：look forward to → anticipate 激发：spark → stimulate 个性化的：personalized → customized 精力充沛的：energetic → vigorous 2．句式拓展 合并句子 原句：In terms of health, smart wearable devices will monitor our physical conditions in real time. They will provide personalized diet and exercise plans, helping me form healthy habits and stay energetic every day. 拓展句：In terms of health, smart wearable devices, which will monitor our physical conditions in real time, will provide personalized diet and exercise plans, helping me form healthy habits and stay energetic every day. 【点睛】【高分句型 1】Instead of just reading textbooks, I will be able to take virtual field trips to ancient civilizations or outer space, which will greatly spark my curiosity and make studying highly efficient.（运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句） 【高分句型 2】They will provide personalized diet and exercise plans, helping me form healthy habits and stay energetic every day.（运用了现在分词短语作状语） 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。 Ryan never questioned his own abilities. He was known as the “idea machine” in the school because he could solve any problem with a clever solution. Teachers and classmates praised his creativity. To Ryan, success was natural, and teamwork seemed unnecessary. The school would hold an innovation (创新) contest. The theme was “Technology for a Better Tomorrow”. His team cheered when they heard they had been chosen to represent (代表) the school. But Ryan was different. He told himself, “This is my stage.” From the very beginning, Ryan took full control. He made plans, chose the technology, and even designed the presentation slides (幻灯片). His teammates became his assistants (助手)-Daniel bringing materials, Emma typing notes, and they following Ryan’s instructions. Whenever one of them, especially Emma, suggested a new idea, Ryan turned it down. “I know what works,” he would say. In his mind, they only slowed him down. After weeks of work, a smart recycling robot was built exactly as Ryan had planned. He was proud of its design and certain it would impress the judges. On the day of the contest, the team carried their project onto the stage. Other schools showed apps and energy-saving machines, each team member speaking with confidence and sharing roles equally. Ryan’s team, however, just stood behind him as he introduced the robot. At first, the speech went very well. The robot moved across the platform, picking up a plastic bottle and dropping it into the right box. Ryan smiled proudly. But then the judges began to ask questions. “How does the robot know different kinds of bottles?” one asked. Another judge asked about future improvements. Ryan couldn’t give an answer. He turned to his teammates for help, but they stood silently, unprepared. The judges exchanged their opinions. When the results were told, Ryan’s team was not among the winners. Ryan couldn’t accept the failure. After the contest, Ryan sat alone on the steps of the stage, his shoulders heavy and his head down. He couldn’t stop thinking about the contest. 注意： (1)续写词数应为150个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Just then, Emma walked over to Ryan. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After the conversation, Ryan decided to change. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】参考范文： Just then, Emma walked over to Ryan. Ryan, who didn’t want anyone to see his tears, wiped them quickly and turned his face away to avoid Emma’s eyes. But Emma didn’t leave. Instead, her voice was soft, “Ryan, you don’t have to carry everything by yourself. We could have answered those questions together if we had prepared as a real team,” she said. Her words cut through the silence like a light in the dark. Ryan realized how serious a mistake he had made. After the conversation, Ryan decided to change. At the next practice, Ryan asked everyone to share their ideas and listened closely, even when they disagreed. The room was full of energy: Emma worked on the blueprint, Daniel improved the design, and Ryan tested the machine. Months later, when they returned with a new project, each teammate spoke with confidence. Although the prize was important, what mattered more was their teamwork. Ryan realized that true innovation did not belong to one person, but to many hearts working together. 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了Ryan是一个自信且富有创造力的学生，被称为“点子机器”，他习惯于独立解决问题，认为团队合作并不必要。在学校举办的“科技共创美好明天”创新竞赛中，他与队友Daniel和Emma组队，却全程主导项目，拒绝采纳他人建议，仅将队友视为助手。尽管团队按他的设计完成了智能回收机器人，但在比赛展示环节，Ryan独自应对评委提问时无法回答所有问题，而未被充分参与的队友也无法提供支持，最终团队落选。经历失败后，Ryan独自反思，开始意识到团队协作的重要性。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“就在这时，Emma走向Ryan。”可知，第一段可描写Emma对Ryan的安慰，以及Ryan意识到自己的错误。 ②由第二段首句内容“谈话之后，Ryan决定改变。”可知，第二段可描写Ryan的改变使得团队变得有活力，以及感悟。 2． 续写线索：安慰——意识到错误——改变——变得有活力——感悟。 3． 词汇激活 行为类 ①擦掉：wipe/brush away ②避开：avoid/keep off ③改进：improve/enhance 情绪类 ①温柔的：soft/gentle ②仔细地：closely/carefully 【点睛】[高分句型1]Ryan, who didn’t want anyone to see his tears, wiped them quickly and turned his face away to avoid Emma’s eyes.(who引导的非限制性定语从句) [高分句型2]Although the prize was important, what mattered more was their teamwork.(although引导的让步状语从句以及what引导的主语从句) 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 $听力考试正式开始。I'm reading a book written by john garson at the moment. It's useful and quite good. I've read a couple of his books, but I thought the plot were weak. I can't believe why the story goes this way. The one i'm reading is interesting so far. I'm reading a book written by john russia at the moment. It's useful and quite good. I've read a couple of his books, but I thought the plots were weak. I can't believe why the story goes this way. The one i'm reading is interesting so far. Listen to the next question. Here is my collection of coins and books i've collected so many over the past few years. Wow, I like collecting too. Let me show you. These are all the plane tickets i've collected. IT seems that you have been to many places these years. Listen to the next question. Bet i've heard that the date for our school play has changed from the fifth to the six. Really, I was told that would be on the seventh. yes. But since the seventh is a saturday, they changed IT to friday. Betty, i've heard that the date for our school play has changed from the fifth to the sixth. Really, I was told that . would be on the seventh. yes. But since the seventh is a saturday, they changed IT to friday. Listen to the next question. Reading about different types of habitats has been a real learning experience. right? It's so interesting. For a long time, I ve been curious about natural environments known for their colorful and rich plant and animal life, but now i'm more curious about dry places. Reading about different types of has been a real learning experience. right? It's so interesting. For a long time, i've been curious about natural environments known for their colorful and rich plant and animal life, but now i'm more curious about dry places. Listen to the next question. Did you go to the playground yesterday afternoon? No, I was having a barbecue with my friends then. Was there anything special? Yes, the speech delivered by our headmaster touched every graduate deeply. After all, their college life is coming to an end. Listen to the next question. Have you heard about the science project our teacher gave us? It's about . air pollution. Yeah, I have to be honest. I'm a little bit worried. I don't have much experience in this field, and i'm not sure if we can get enough useful information. Don't be so negative. Do you have any ideas on how to begin? Well, I think doing research on the internet first is a good choice. There's a lot of information about air pollution and ways to solve IT on the internet . that sounds reasonable. Also, we could try to get in touch with some social groups who address a pollution to see if they can give us any help. Good idea. Let's start with the online research first. Have you heard about the science project our teacher gave us? It's about air . pollution. Yeah, I have to be honest. I'm a little bit worried. I don't have much experience in this field, and i'm not sure if we can get enough useful information. Don't be so negative. Do you have any ideas on how to begin? Well, I think doing research on the internet first is a good choice. There is a lot of information about air pollution and ways to solve IT on the internet . that sounds reasonable. Also, we could try to get in touch with some social groups who address a pollution to see if they can give us any help. Good idea. Let's start with the online research first. Listen to the next question. Are you here for the west side story try outs too? That's right. sorry. I'm not sure we've ever . met Alice Scott. I think you're in my brother's class. James. Oh, yes, I don't know him very well, but we have a few friends in common, he found at the school film society, right? Yeah, that's him. He's crazy about movies. So what party you going for? I don't mind. really. All the male roles seem pretty cool. What about you? I'd be happy with any of the parts other than a litter. I think that would involve far too much dancing for me. I love performing, particularly singing, but i've got too less feet. You see. i'm the opposite. My voice probably isn't strong enough for a fair to show like this, but i'm hoping my dancing will see me through. Are you here for the west side story try outs too? That's right. Sorry, i'm not sure we've ever . met Alice Scott. I think you're in my brother's class. James. Oh, yes, I don't know him very well, but we have a few friends in common. He founded the school film society, right? Yeah, that's him. He's crazy about movies. So what party you going for? I don't mind. really. All the male roles seem pretty cool. What about you? I'd be happy with any of the parts other than a meter. I think that would involve far too much dancing for me. I love performing, particularly singing, but i've got two left feet. You see, i'm the opposite. My voice probably isn't strong enough for a theatre show like this, but i'm hoping my dancing will see me through. Listen to the next question. Welcome to campus voice. Today we have leo, head of a gardening club, talk about the new rooftop garden project. Leo, what's the aim of this project? Thanks for having me. We primarily want to create a Green space where students can relax between classes. It's not just about growing food. It's a place to water plants. Enjoy the Green view and rest your eyes from books. How can students get involved? Any students . can visit the garden during time to relax or just enjoy the Green view. You don't need to be a club member for that. Even ten minutes there helps you refresh yourself . what will happen to the vegetables you grow. They'll be used in the school cafeteria. Students can actually eat what they grow. This makes our meals healthier and more . meaningful. Any future plans? Yes, we want to add more flowering plants and host lessons here to teach easy gardening skills. IT sounds like a wonderful place for both relaxation and learning. IT really adds something special to our campus. Absolutely . welcome to campus voice. Today we have leo, head of a gardening club, talk about the new rooftop garden project. Leo, what's the aim of this project? Thanks for having me. We primarily want to create a Green space where students can relax between classes. It's not just about growing food. It's a place to water plants. Enjoy the Green view and rest your . eyes from books. How can students get involved? Any student can visit the garden during take time to relax, or just enjoy the Green view. You don't need to be a club, a member for that. Even ten minutes there helps you refresh . yourself what will happen to the vegetables you grow. They'll be used in the school cafeteria. Students can actually eat what they grow. This makes our meals healthier and more . meaningful. Any future plans? Yes, we want to add more flowering plants and host lessons here to teach easy gardening skills. IT sounds like a wonderful place for both relaxation and learning. IT really adds something special . to our campus. absolutely. Listen to the next question. Linda. Now you're in london for the publication of your latest novel. I knew that's right. After the success of your inspector Benson series, which included best sellers such as murder at the hotel and mystery on the beach, you're about to publish a strange case, which has a new police woman. Why is that? Well, anna is only twelve years old. As the main character, we see the events surrounding the mystery through her eyes. But SHE doesn't actually solve the crime, and SHE isn't a police woman. It's just another way of telling the story. And just reading the first few pages, I noticed that the novel is set in cambridge. Well, IT starts in cambridge, but most of the story takes place in italy, and there are scenes in ireland. What made you start writing crime novels? I started off writing romantic fiction, but they weren't very successful, so I started doing some travel writing to make money and writing stories for magazines. The crime writing began when I wrote a short story to enter a competition ten years ago. I didn't win, but one of the judges, a famous author, said to me, you've got the first chapter of a crime novel there, and that was the first inspector benzon novel. Linda, now you're in london for the publication of your latest novel, aren't you? That's right. After the success of your inspector Benson series, which included best sellers such as murder at the hotel and mystery on the beach, you are about to publish a strange case, which has a new police woman. Why is that? Well, anna is only twelve years old. As the main character, we see the events surrounding the mystery through her eyes. But SHE doesn't actually solve the crime, and SHE isn't a police woman is just another way of telling the story. And just reading the first few pages, I noticed that the novel is set . in cambridge. Well, IT starts in cambridge, but most of the story takes place in italy. And there are scenes in ireland. What made you start writing crime novels? I started off writing romantic fiction, but they weren't very successful. So I started doing some travel, writing to make money and writing stories for magazines. The crime writing began when I wrote a short story to enter a competition ten years ago. IT didn't win, but one of the judges, a famous author, said to me, you've got the first chapter of a crime novel there, and that was the first inspector benzon novel. Listen to the next question. Despite its short history, there is a lot of good english poetry around. Modern english started around the time of William shakespeare towards the end of the sixteen th century. The seventeen th century was a great time for an english poetry. In this generation of great english poets, we meet john done before the end of the century, there was another famous rider, john melton once published. His work became famous for the lack of rhyme. At the end of each line in the eighteen th century, IT was Alexander pope, who wrote the finest st. Poetry in england. The next period that produced a great number five poets was the eighth century. Greatly loved other romantic poets like john kids, will yam, words worth and George bayan. Although they were all born in the eighteen th century, they wrote their major works in the early of the sixth century. Despite its short history, there's a lot of good english poetry around. Modern english started around the time of willing shakespeare towards the end of the sixteen th century. The seventeen th century was a great time for english poetry. In this generation of great english points, we met john down before the end of the century, there was another famous writer, john millton. Once published his work became famous for the lack of rime. At the end of each line in the eighteen century IT was Alexander pope, who wrote the final poetry in england. The next period that produced a great number of fine POS was the sixth century. Greatly laughed are the romantic points like john kids, William waldorf and George byron. Although they were all born in the eighteen century, they wrote their major works in the early of the sixth century. 听力部分到此结束。