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高二年级十月学情检测英语试题
(试卷满分150分,考试时间120分钟)
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题,每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. Why does the woman want to borrow a car?
A. To go for a test.
B. To go on a road trip.
C. To practice driving skills.
2. Where is the lost and found office?
A. On the first floor. B. On the second floor. C. On the third floor.
3. What does the woman suggest doing?
A. Finding more jogging partners.
B. Keeping exercising together.
C. Arriving at work earlier.
4. What will the speakers probably do this weekend?
A. Go to the movies. B. Go hiking. C. Go to the beach.
5. What does the man think of the woman’s salad?
A. It’s delicious. B. It’s easy to make. C. It’s nothing special.
第二节(共15小题,每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. Who does the man help through his volunteer work?
A. Parentless children. B. The old people. C. Homeless animals.
7. What does the woman think of the man’s volunteer work?
A. It’s demanding. B. It’s challenging. C. It’s important.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. How long has the coffee shop been open?
A. Ten years. B. Six years. C. Four years.
9. What does the woman do?
A. She is a writer. B. She is a teacher. C. She is a shop owner.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. What is being built in the park?
A. A children’s playground.
B. A picnic area.
C. A garden.
11. What is the woman’s suggestion?
A. Taking boxing classes.
B. Finding a new relaxing area.
C. Following David’s running path.
12. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Co-workers. B. Trainer and trainee. C. Husband and wife.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. What should the woman pay more attention to according to the man?
A. Improving her arm movements.
B. Moving her feet faster.
C. Increasing her power.
14. What month is it now?
A. July. B. September. C. November.
15. What does the man suggest the woman do?
A. Work harder.
B. Learn from other players.
C. Have confidence in herself.
16. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In a classroom. B. On a tennis court. C. In an office.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. Which way is good for remembering words?
A. Listening to songs. B. Reading stories. C. Writing diaries.
18. Why does the speaker suggest talking to native speakers?
A. It’s good for making friends.
B. It’s beneficial for realizing mistakes.
C. It’s helpful for learning real-life language.
19. What should learners do when language learning seems slow?
A. Have patience.
B. Set suitable goals.
C. Change to another way.
20. What is the talk mainly about?
A. The benefits of learning a new language.
B. The challenges of learning a new language.
C. The useful methods of learning a new language.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
A
Theatres and Entertainment
Wales Millennium Centre
This famous waterfront arts centre presents the best in Welsh performing arts. Home to national dance, theatre and music groups, its programme includes large musicals, modern circus, opera and family shows. The special building and friendly welcome make every visit memorable.
Bute Place, Cardiff CF10 5AL
www.wmc.org.uk
Cardiff Arena
Cardiff Arena is the leading live event place in Wales, found in the busy Cardiff Bay area. With space for 5,000 people, it holds big international music shows, family shows, sports events and meetings. The Arena is known for its modern facilities and has become a well- known place for entertainment in Wales.
Cardiff Bay, Cardiff CF10 4EY
www.cardiffarena.wales
The Glee Club
As Cardiff's longest-running comedy club, The Glee Club has been the first stage for many famous comedians.Showing both well-known names and new talents, this small basement place offers very funny nights fromThursday to Sunday. The perfect place to find tomorrow's comedy stars today.
Churchill Way, Cardiff CF10 2HA
www.gleeclubcardiff.com
The Gate Arts Centre
Housed in a beautifully repaired old building, The Gate offers different programmes of independent films, live music, theatre and visual arts. Especially known for helping new artists and showing creative work, this small place provides a special cultural experience in the heart of the city.
Keppoch Street, Cardiff CF24 3JW
www.thegatecardiff.com
1. Where can people watch modern circus?
A. At Cardiff Arena. B. At the Glee Club.
C. At Wales Millennium Centre. D. At the Gate Arts Centre.
2. Which website can you visit to learn about Cardiff's oldest comedy club?
A. www.thegatecardiff.com B. www.wmc.org.uk
C. www.cardiffarena.wales D. www.gleeclubcardiff.com
3. What do The Gate Arts Center and Cardiff Arena have in common?
A. They both hold live music events. B. They are both located in historic buildings.
C. They mainly support new artists. D. They are known for modern facilities.
B
When you think about who’s responsible for a city’s safety, what people come to mind? Police officers, firefighters or emergency response teams? Would you put your local meteorologist (气象预报员) in this group? That’s the career Ashley Ruiz chose, and she’s now the first female chief meteorologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Ruiz predicts the weather for her community.
In 2020, a tornado hit Ruiz’s hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee — and, even closer to home, her house. So she said she knew what a lifesaving job this could be.
However, her job isn’t without difficulties. “Hearing people have been injured, like in a big hurricane, is really hard,” she said. “We try our best to predict the weather as best as we can, and we are getting better. But it can always change.”
Ruiz talked about the new and changing weather patterns. She said, “We are absolutely seeing changes in weather, with more intense and more frequent storms, which relate to climate change.” Weather is changing everywhere, as the planet warms. There are more frequent droughts, stronger storms, and increasing temperature changes. This makes predicting the weather difficult.
Ruiz always knew she was interested in weather and how it affected the world. But her path to a career in meteorology wasn’t easy. She said, “I struggled so hard with math and wanted to give up. But I kept pushing and working hard, and now I’m the first woman chief meteorologist in the Baton Rouge TV market. I’m proud of that.” She wants kids to know they should never give up on their education or their dreams.
4. Why was the disaster in Ruiz’s hometown mentioned in the text?
A. To call on people to prepare for disasters.
B. To introduce Ruiz’s unusual childhood experience.
C. To offer a successful example of weather forecast.
D. To show Ruiz’s understanding of the work of a meteorologist.
5. What is a challenge of predicting the weather according to the text?
A. Climate change. B. People’s injury.
C. Poor technology. D. Lack of experience.
6. Which word can best describe Ruiz according to the last paragraph?
A. Creative. B. Clever. C. Hard-working. D. World-famous.
7. In which section of a newspaper may the text appear?
A. Sports. B. People. C. Education. D. Health.
C
A corn plant knows how to find water in soil with the very tips of its roots, but some varieties, including many used for developing high-output corn in the U.S., appear to have lost part of that ability, according to a Stanford-led study. With climate change increasing droughts, the findings hold potential for developing more drought-resistant (抗旱的) varieties of corn.
The study, published in the journal Science, uncovers genetic-mechanisms (遗传机制) behind “hydropatterning (水力模式)”, or how plant roots branch toward water and avoid dry spaces in soil. In particular, the researchers discovered that ethylene, a plant hormone (激素) known to help bananas ripen, also influences how roots grow to seek water.
For this study, the researchers developed a new, simplified way to study water sensitivity in roots. They found corn varieties adapted to hot and wet regions like Mexico were very good at making new root branches toward water and avoiding dry areas. In contrast, the varieties adapted to moderate regions of North America frequently grew roots randomly without distinguishing between dry and wet areas in the soil.
“Interestingly, the plants that are better at sensing where the water is are also making deeper root systems,” said lead author Johannes Scharwies. “One idea is that if the plant doesn’t waste time growing root branches into places where it doesn’t find any water and nutrients, then it has more energy to grow deeper down where water is more likely.”
Genetic analyses reveal two plant hormones, auxin and ethylene, play a role in how corn roots respond to water. While auxin was already known to help control this process, ethylene’s involvement was a new discovery. In experiments with thale cress—a model plant often used in research—the researchers found auxin signaling promotes root branch development toward water, while ethylene stops branching when the root is exposed to air.
Further research is needed to better understand the interaction of these genetic pathways before corn varieties can be developed with more drought-resistant root systems, but the findings highlight the significance of studying these localized responses at root tips, researchers said.
8. What is the primary focus of the Stanford-led study?
A. Drought-resistant corn varieties. B. Ethylene’s effect on fruit ripening.
C. Genetic control of root branching. D. Impact of climate change on plant roots.
9. What can be inferred from Johannes Scharwies’ remarks?
A. Plant hormones make a big difference to root growth.
B. Nutrients guarantee better water-seeking root systems.
C. Root branching conserves energy for higher production.
D. Stronger hydropatterning was linked to greater root depth.
10. What can we learn about ethylene from paragraph 5?
A. It has long been known to control corn roots’ response to water.
B. It works with auxin to promote root branching toward water.
C. It prevents root branching when the root comes into contact with air.
D. It is the only plant hormone affecting corn roots’ water response.
11. What does the last paragraph suggest future research do?
A. Prioritize development of new corn varieties. B. Work out the mechanisms of genetic interactions.
C. Concentrate merely on localized root responses. D. Expand practical applications of hydropatterning.
D
From mushrooms that cast a soft green glow to plankton (浮游生物) that gives off sparkling blue, glowing plants are nothing new for nature. Now, scientists are bringing that light to houseplants. Reporting in the Cell Press journal Matter on August 27, researchers crafted glow-in-the-dark succulents (肉质植物) that recharge in sunlight. Injected with light-emitting compounds, the plants can shine in various colors and match a small night light at their brightest. The simple, low-cost method may help lay the foundation for sustainable, plant-based lighting systems.
“Picture the world of science fiction movie Avatar, where glowing plants light up an entire ecosystem,” says first author Shuting Liu of South China Agricultural University. “We wanted to make that vision possible using materials we already work with in the lab. Imagine glowing trees replacing streetlights.”
Glowing greenery isn’t a new idea. Past studies have designed similar plants using genetic engineering. But the glow is often weak and is typically only available in green. The methods were also complex and costly.
Instead of changing cells to glow through genetic modification, researchers from South China Agricultural University used afterglow phosphor (磷光粉) particles — materials similar to those found in glow-in-the-dark toys. These compounds absorb light and release it slowly over time. For the particles to travel through leaf tissues, the researchers had to get the size just right: around 7 micrometers, roughly the width of a red blood cell.
“Smaller particles moved easily within the plant but they had low brightness,” says leading researcher Shuting Liu. “Larger particles glowed brighter but couldn’t travel far inside the plant.”
The glowing succulents’ light fades over time, and the team are still studying the long-term safety of the materials for the plants. Still, the concept could offer a sustainable alternative for low-intensity lighting in pathways, gardens, or indoor decoration. The team is also exploring how the method can light up plants beyond succulents.
12. What can be inferred about glowing plants in nature?
A. They are rarely found in the wild. B. They seldom give out other light but green.
C. They are completely artificial creations. D. They have been studied for a long time.
13. How did Shuting Liu introduce her study on glowing plants?
A. By giving examples. B. By defining a concept.
C. By imagining a scene. D. By providing statistics.
14. What is the main advantage of the new method compared to previous approaches?
A. It is simpler and less expensive. B. It produces more colorful light.
C. It is more environmentally friendly. D. It suits a wider range of plant species.
15. What should be paid special attention to when choosing phosphor particles?
A. Weight. B. Measure. C. Quantity. D. Color.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Have you ever felt the need to be alone for a while? I don’t mean situations when you should be alone, but occasions where you are with a group of people at a party or a restaurant. You get tired of jumping from conversation to conversation, and your mind starts to wander towards that interesting book you left halfway done, or that movie you have been meaning to watch. ___16___ Now before you rush to defense, please understand that being an introvert (内向的人)is completely normal.
A common misunderstanding about introverts is that they are loners or anti-social. ___17___ They have friends, probably not as many as extroverts (外向的人), but enough to suit their needs for human interaction. Scientifically, all humans fall somewhere between being an introvert and being an extrovert, and at least 25 percent of us are introverts.
___18___ Therefore, the ability to network is extremely valuable. Of course, sometimes introverts might be as capable of talking with people as extroverts, but sometimes they have to force themselves to engage with others in order to “fit in”. While extroverts feel comfortable shaking hands and making jokes, introverts get increasingly exhausted. ___19___ For the introverted, to continue in this awkward situation could really end up bringing them harm, with individuals reporting to suffer from loss of sleep, panic attacks and depression.
___20___ They form deep thoughts, conduct themselves carefully, and pay significant attention to detail. So, for the best results in a project involving group work, both introverts and extroverts are needed.
A. Society appears to favor extroverts.
B. Most introverts, however, are just regular people.
C. These are feelings usually typical of an introvert.
D. Introverts tend to recover by spending time alone.
E. You might have ignored that “strange” thought you had before.
F. Introverts, just like extroverts, have their own set of advantages.
G. Even if standing alone for a while, they get asked “Why are you all by yourself?”
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
An elderly friend wrote to me recently. She was discouraged about her ____21____ health. But the thing that ____22____ her most was that she was no longer able to volunteer and help her ____23____ the way she used to. At the end of the ____24____, she asked me, “What can I do to make this world better at my age?”
I ____25____ her back that every little thing she does can make this world better, and that even the briefest smile can change a life. And I shared a ____26____ that I’d read recently. A young man had ____27____ on life. He had become so filled with sadness and ____28____ that he decided to go to his apartment and let everything go to hell. As he was walking home he stopped at a corner to wait for a car to ____29____. As the car drove slowly by, the woman behind the ____30____ looked directly at him and flashed him a huge smile. That smile was so warm, so joyful, and so caring that it ____31____ him that there was still some goodness left in the world, and he decided not to ____32____ his life but rather to try and live it fully again.
I reminded my friend that while we all try to do big things in this world, it is ____33____ the little things we do each day that make a difference. A shared smile, a caring word, or an act of kindness can all help to ____34____ a heart, uplift a soul and change a life. In the end, it is these things that ____35____ the world and us.
21. A. tiring B. failing C. forbidding D. promising
22. A. interested B. puzzled C. amazed D. bothered
23. A. community B. company C. position D. county
24. A. application B. term C. letter D. book
25. A. turned B. rolled C. talked D. wrote
26. A. story B. word C. form D. message
27. A. set out B. got in C. given up D. looked down
28. A. hope B. despair C. stress D. energy
29. A. pass B. stop C. drive D. run
30. A. street B. road C. car D. wheel
31. A. informed B. ensured C. convinced D. confused
32. A. miss B. waste C. risk D. save
33. A. actually B. merely C. barely D. ultimately
34. A. respect B. warm C. know D. handle
35. A. relieve B. guide C. witness D. change
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Great Wall, one of the most famous ____36____ (landmark) in the world, stretches across the northern part of China like a huge dragon. With a total ____37____ (long) of over 21,000 kilometers, it is the longest man-made structure ever built. ____38____ (it) construction began as early as the 7th century BCE, during the Spring and Autumn Period, and continued through different dynasties — most notably the Qin Dynasty, ____39____ sections were connected to form a unified defense system, and the Ming Dynasty. Originally, the Great Wall ____40____ (build) for military defense: it protected ancient Chinese empires from attacks by nomadic groups from the north. Along the wall, there are watchtowers ____41____ (employ) to spot enemies and send signals, battlements, and fortresses used to station troops and store supplies. These features show the great ____42____ (wise) of ancient Chinese engineers and soldiers. Today, the Great Wall is no longer a military structure ____43____ a world-famous tourist attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Every year, millions of visitors from home and abroad come to walk on its stone steps, climb its watchtowers, and enjoy ____44____ breathtaking views of mountains and valleys around it. Sections like Badaling and Mutianyu are especially popular. More than just a wall, the Great Wall is a symbol of Chinese history, culture, and national spirit. It stands ____45____ a reminder of the hard work and creativity of ancient Chinese people, and continues to tell the story of China to the world.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是学生会负责人李华,你校英文网站发起“Read Poems, Enrich Our Mind”倡议活动,请你以学生会名义写一篇英语倡议书,号召同学们多读诗歌。要点:
1. 读诗歌的意义;
2. 倡议具体做法;
3. 发出呼吁。
注意:词数80左右。
Dear fellow students,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Students’ Union
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I had always wanted a dog since young. My parents were against the idea, saying that taking care of a dog was a lifetime commitment.
On my tenth birthday, Father stepped into the house and announced, “Nancy, you have a new puppy!” I shouted in delight and ran towards Father, only to find it was a toy puppy. My face fell. I turned away. Father explained, “This is a ‘Think-It-Over’ puppy. You should try taking care of it before deciding about a real dog.”
The puppy did look like a real dog from a distance and it even had a dog smell. Inside its body was a computer programmed to make barking sounds. Father handed me a key, which could be stuck into its back to stop its barking. I accepted the puppy, which I named Friday since it was Friday that day.
That evening, my friends and I decided to take Friday to a dog café. It was freezing cold, so I wrapped it in a blanket as if it were a real dog. The computer inside could tell if someone treated it badly, like shaking or not caring for it, and I did not want that recorded.
Having waited in line, we finally got a table. The waiter, not knowing I was carrying a false puppy, asked attentively if I would need a basket with cushion. I told him, “Oh, it’s not a real puppy, but...” Before I could finish my sentence, he gave me an unpleasant look, turned and served other diners who were right there to play with the café’s dogs. I might have seemed unusual to him. During our meal, my friends and I received strange looks from the other dog owners in the café. We ignored them and continued with our own conversation.
After dinner, we went to a nearby shopping mall, where customers were selecting their favorites. My friends were looking at clothes, but I couldn’t. The puppy I was carrying was becoming increasingly heavy. Extremely tired of Friday, I put it down in a corner and just wandered around, seeking clothes I could try on.
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。
Suddenly, Friday started to bark like a real dog.
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The moment I got home, I handed Friday to Father, tears in eyes.
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高二年级十月学情检测英语试题
(试卷满分150分,考试时间120分钟)
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题,每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. Why does the woman want to borrow a car?
A. To go for a test.
B. To go on a road trip.
C. To practice driving skills.
2. Where is the lost and found office?
A. On the first floor. B. On the second floor. C. On the third floor.
3. What does the woman suggest doing?
A. Finding more jogging partners.
B. Keeping exercising together.
C. Arriving at work earlier.
4. What will the speakers probably do this weekend?
A. Go to the movies. B. Go hiking. C. Go to the beach.
5. What does the man think of the woman’s salad?
A. It’s delicious. B. It’s easy to make. C. It’s nothing special.
第二节(共15小题,每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. Who does the man help through his volunteer work?
A. Parentless children. B. The old people. C. Homeless animals.
7. What does the woman think of the man’s volunteer work?
A. It’s demanding. B. It’s challenging. C. It’s important.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. How long has the coffee shop been open?
A. Ten years. B. Six years. C. Four years.
9. What does the woman do?
A. She is a writer. B. She is a teacher. C. She is a shop owner.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. What is being built in the park?
A. A children’s playground.
B. A picnic area.
C. A garden.
11. What is the woman’s suggestion?
A. Taking boxing classes.
B. Finding a new relaxing area.
C. Following David’s running path.
12. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Co-workers. B. Trainer and trainee. C. Husband and wife.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. What should the woman pay more attention to according to the man?
A. Improving her arm movements.
B. Moving her feet faster.
C. Increasing her power.
14. What month is it now?
A. July. B. September. C. November.
15. What does the man suggest the woman do?
A. Work harder.
B. Learn from other players.
C. Have confidence in herself.
16. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In a classroom. B. On a tennis court. C. In an office.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. Which way is good for remembering words?
A. Listening to songs. B. Reading stories. C. Writing diaries.
18. Why does the speaker suggest talking to native speakers?
A. It’s good for making friends.
B. It’s beneficial for realizing mistakes.
C. It’s helpful for learning real-life language.
19. What should learners do when language learning seems slow?
A. Have patience.
B. Set suitable goals.
C. Change to another way.
20. What is the talk mainly about?
A. The benefits of learning a new language.
B. The challenges of learning a new language.
C. The useful methods of learning a new language.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
A
Theatres and Entertainment
Wales Millennium Centre
This famous waterfront arts centre presents the best in Welsh performing arts. Home to national dance, theatre and music groups, its programme includes large musicals, modern circus, opera and family shows. The special building and friendly welcome make every visit memorable.
Bute Place, Cardiff CF10 5AL
www.wmc.org.uk
Cardiff Arena
Cardiff Arena is the leading live event place in Wales, found in the busy Cardiff Bay area. With space for 5,000 people, it holds big international music shows, family shows, sports events and meetings. The Arena is known for its modern facilities and has become a well- known place for entertainment in Wales.
Cardiff Bay, Cardiff CF10 4EY
www.cardiffarena.wales
The Glee Club
As Cardiff's longest-running comedy club, The Glee Club has been the first stage for many famous comedians.Showing both well-known names and new talents, this small basement place offers very funny nights fromThursday to Sunday. The perfect place to find tomorrow's comedy stars today.
Churchill Way, Cardiff CF10 2HA
www.gleeclubcardiff.com
The Gate Arts Centre
Housed in a beautifully repaired old building, The Gate offers different programmes of independent films, live music, theatre and visual arts. Especially known for helping new artists and showing creative work, this small place provides a special cultural experience in the heart of the city.
Keppoch Street, Cardiff CF24 3JW
www.thegatecardiff.com
1. Where can people watch modern circus?
A. At Cardiff Arena. B. At the Glee Club.
C. At Wales Millennium Centre. D. At the Gate Arts Centre.
2. Which website can you visit to learn about Cardiff's oldest comedy club?
A. www.thegatecardiff.com B. www.wmc.org.uk
C. www.cardiffarena.wales D. www.gleeclubcardiff.com
3. What do The Gate Arts Center and Cardiff Arena have in common?
A. They both hold live music events. B. They are both located in historic buildings.
C. They mainly support new artists. D. They are known for modern facilities.
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文,文章介绍了四个剧院和娱乐场所。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Wales Millennium Centre部分中“Home to national dance, theatre and music groups, its programme includes large musicals, modern circus, opera and family shows.(它是民族舞蹈、戏剧和音乐团体的所在地,节目包括大型音乐剧、现代马戏、歌剧和家庭表演)”可知,人们可以在威尔士千禧中心看现代马戏。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据The Glee Club部分中“As Cardiff’s longest-running comedy club, The Glee Club has been the first stage for many famous comedians.(作为卡迪夫历史最悠久的喜剧俱乐部,欢乐合唱团是许多著名喜剧演员的第一舞台)”和网址“www.gleeclubcardiff.com”可知,如果想了解卡迪夫历史最悠久的喜剧俱乐部,可以去www.gleeclubcardiff.com。故选D。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Cardiff Arena部分中“With space for 5,000people, it holds big international music shows, family shows, sports events and meetings.(它可以容纳5000人,举办大型国际音乐表演、家庭表演、体育赛事和会议)”和The Gate Arts Center部分中“Housed in a beautifully repaired old building, The Gate offers different programmes of independent films, live music, theatre and visual arts.(The Gate坐落在一座修缮精美的老建筑里,提供不同的独立电影、现场音乐、戏剧和视觉艺术节目)”可知,两者都涉及现场音乐活动。故选A。
B
When you think about who’s responsible for a city’s safety, what people come to mind? Police officers, firefighters or emergency response teams? Would you put your local meteorologist (气象预报员) in this group? That’s the career Ashley Ruiz chose, and she’s now the first female chief meteorologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Ruiz predicts the weather for her community.
In 2020, a tornado hit Ruiz’s hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee — and, even closer to home, her house. So she said she knew what a lifesaving job this could be.
However, her job isn’t without difficulties. “Hearing people have been injured, like in a big hurricane, is really hard,” she said. “We try our best to predict the weather as best as we can, and we are getting better. But it can always change.”
Ruiz talked about the new and changing weather patterns. She said, “We are absolutely seeing changes in weather, with more intense and more frequent storms, which relate to climate change.” Weather is changing everywhere, as the planet warms. There are more frequent droughts, stronger storms, and increasing temperature changes. This makes predicting the weather difficult.
Ruiz always knew she was interested in weather and how it affected the world. But her path to a career in meteorology wasn’t easy. She said, “I struggled so hard with math and wanted to give up. But I kept pushing and working hard, and now I’m the first woman chief meteorologist in the Baton Rouge TV market. I’m proud of that.” She wants kids to know they should never give up on their education or their dreams.
4. Why was the disaster in Ruiz’s hometown mentioned in the text?
A. To call on people to prepare for disasters.
B. To introduce Ruiz’s unusual childhood experience.
C. To offer a successful example of weather forecast.
D. To show Ruiz’s understanding of the work of a meteorologist.
5. What is a challenge of predicting the weather according to the text?
A. Climate change. B. People’s injury.
C. Poor technology. D. Lack of experience.
6. Which word can best describe Ruiz according to the last paragraph?
A. Creative. B. Clever. C. Hard-working. D. World-famous.
7. In which section of a newspaper may the text appear?
A. Sports. B. People. C. Education. D. Health.
【答案】4. D 5. A 6. C 7. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇人物传记。文章主要讲述了Ashley Ruiz的职业生涯和个人经历,介绍了她作为气象预报员的工作内容、面临的挑战、对天气变化的看法,以及她如何克服数学难题成为首位女性首席气象预报员的经历。
【4题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第二段“In 2020, a tornado hit Ruiz’s hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee—and, even closer to home, her house. So she said she knew what a lifesaving job this could be.(2020年,一场龙卷风袭击了Ruiz位于田纳西州查塔努加的家乡——甚至离她家更近的地方。所以她说她知道这是一份救命的工作。)”可知,文章提到Ruiz家乡发生的灾难是为了展示她对气象预报员工作的理解。她亲身体验了龙卷风对家乡的破坏,因此她深刻理解这份工作的重要性和救命的性质。这一经历使她更加明白作为气象预报员的责任和使命。故选D。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Ruiz talked about the new and changing weather patterns. She said, “We are absolutely seeing changes in weather, with more intense and more frequent storms, which relate to climate change.” Weather is changing everywhere, as the planet warms. There are more frequent droughts, stronger storms, and increasing temperature changes. This makes predicting the weather difficult.( Ruiz谈到了新的和变化中的天气模式。她说:“我们绝对看到了天气的变化,风暴更加剧烈和频繁,这与气候变化有关。”随着地球变暖,天气到处都在变化。干旱更频繁,风暴更猛烈,气温变化更大。这使得预测天气变得困难。)”可知,气候变化使得天气变得更加难以预测,因此是预测天气的一个挑战。故选A。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Ruiz always knew she was interested in weather and how it affected the world. But her path to a career in meteorology wasn’t easy. She said, “I struggled so hard with math and wanted to give up. But I kept pushing and working hard, and now I’m the first woman chief meteorologist in the Baton Rouge TV market. I’m proud of that.”(Ruiz一直知道自己对天气及其对世界的影响感兴趣。但她成为气象学家的道路并不容易。她说:“我在数学上挣扎得很厉害,几乎想放弃了。但我一直在坚持和努力,现在我是巴吞鲁日电视市场的第一位女性首席气象预报员。我为此感到骄傲。”)”可知,Ruiz在数学上挣扎得很厉害,但她一直坚持不懈地努力工作,最终成为了巴吞鲁日电视市场的首位女性首席气象预报员。这显示了她是一个勤奋努力的人。故选C。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第一段“When you think about who’s responsible for a city’s safety, what people come to mind? Police officers, firefighters or emergency response teams? Would you put your local meteorologist (气象预报员) in this group? That’s the career Ashley Ruiz chose, and she’s now the first female chief meteorologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Ruiz predicts the weather for her community.(当你想到谁负责城市的安全时,你会想到哪些人?警察、消防员还是应急响应团队?你会把当地的气象预报员归入这个群体吗?这就是Ashley Ruiz选择的职业,现在她是路易斯安那州巴吞鲁日的第一位女性首席气象预报员。Ruiz为她的社区预测天气。)”以及全文内容可知,本文主要介绍了Ashley Ruiz作为气象预报员的职业生涯和个人经历,包括她如何克服困难成为首位女性首席气象预报员,以及她对天气和气候变化的看法。这种关于人物成长和成就的文章更适合出现在报纸的“People”(人物)栏目中。故选B。
C
A corn plant knows how to find water in soil with the very tips of its roots, but some varieties, including many used for developing high-output corn in the U.S., appear to have lost part of that ability, according to a Stanford-led study. With climate change increasing droughts, the findings hold potential for developing more drought-resistant (抗旱的) varieties of corn.
The study, published in the journal Science, uncovers genetic-mechanisms (遗传机制) behind “hydropatterning (水力模式)”, or how plant roots branch toward water and avoid dry spaces in soil. In particular, the researchers discovered that ethylene, a plant hormone (激素) known to help bananas ripen, also influences how roots grow to seek water.
For this study, the researchers developed a new, simplified way to study water sensitivity in roots. They found corn varieties adapted to hot and wet regions like Mexico were very good at making new root branches toward water and avoiding dry areas. In contrast, the varieties adapted to moderate regions of North America frequently grew roots randomly without distinguishing between dry and wet areas in the soil.
“Interestingly, the plants that are better at sensing where the water is are also making deeper root systems,” said lead author Johannes Scharwies. “One idea is that if the plant doesn’t waste time growing root branches into places where it doesn’t find any water and nutrients, then it has more energy to grow deeper down where water is more likely.”
Genetic analyses reveal two plant hormones, auxin and ethylene, play a role in how corn roots respond to water. While auxin was already known to help control this process, ethylene’s involvement was a new discovery. In experiments with thale cress—a model plant often used in research—the researchers found auxin signaling promotes root branch development toward water, while ethylene stops branching when the root is exposed to air.
Further research is needed to better understand the interaction of these genetic pathways before corn varieties can be developed with more drought-resistant root systems, but the findings highlight the significance of studying these localized responses at root tips, researchers said.
8. What is the primary focus of the Stanford-led study?
A. Drought-resistant corn varieties. B. Ethylene’s effect on fruit ripening.
C. Genetic control of root branching. D. Impact of climate change on plant roots.
9. What can be inferred from Johannes Scharwies’ remarks?
A. Plant hormones make a big difference to root growth.
B. Nutrients guarantee better water-seeking root systems.
C. Root branching conserves energy for higher production.
D. Stronger hydropatterning was linked to greater root depth.
10. What can we learn about ethylene from paragraph 5?
A. It has long been known to control corn roots’ response to water.
B. It works with auxin to promote root branching toward water.
C. It prevents root branching when the root comes into contact with air.
D. It is the only plant hormone affecting corn roots’ water response.
11. What does the last paragraph suggest future research do?
A. Prioritize development of new corn varieties. B. Work out the mechanisms of genetic interactions.
C. Concentrate merely on localized root responses. D. Expand practical applications of hydropatterning.
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. C 11. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文,主要介绍了一项由斯坦福大学领导的研究,该研究揭示了玉米根系如何感知并趋向土壤中的水分,以及这一能力在不同玉米品种中的差异,尤其是与抗旱性相关的遗传机制。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“The study, published in the journal Science, uncovers genetic-mechanisms (遗传机制) behind “hydropatterning (水力模式)”, or how plant roots branch toward water and avoid dry spaces in soil.(这项发表在《科学》杂志上的研究揭示了“水模式”背后的遗传机制,即植物的根是如何向水分支并避开土壤中的干燥空间的。)”可知,斯坦福大学领导的这项研究的主要焦点是根分枝的遗传控制。故选C。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“Interestingly, the plants that are better at sensing where the water is are also making deeper root systems(有趣的是,更善于感知水源的植物根系也更深)”和“One idea is that if the plant doesn’t waste time growing root branches into places where it doesn’t find any water and nutrients, then it has more energy to grow deeper down where water is more likely.(一种想法是,如果植物不浪费时间将根分支生长到没有水和营养的地方,那么它就有更多的能量生长到更有可能有水的地方。)”可知,从Johannes Scharwies的话中可以推断出更强的水模式与更大的根深有关。故选D。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“In experiments with thale cress — a model plant often used in research—the researchers found auxin signaling promotes root branch development toward water, while ethylene stops branching when the root is exposed to air.(在研究中经常使用的模式植物拟南芥的实验中,研究人员发现生长素信号促进根分支向水方向发育,而乙烯则在根暴露于空气中时停止分支。)”可知,从第5段我们可以了解当根部接触到空气时,乙烯可以防止根部分叉。故选C。
【11题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Further research is needed to better understand the interaction of these genetic pathways before corn varieties can be developed with more drought-resistant root systems, but the findings highlight the significance of studying these localized responses at root tips, researchers said.(研究人员说,在培育出具有更抗旱根系的玉米品种之前,需要进一步的研究来更好地了解这些遗传途径的相互作用,但是这些发现强调了研究根尖上这些局部反应的重要性。)”可知,最后一段建议未来的研究找出基因相互作用的机制。故选B。
D
From mushrooms that cast a soft green glow to plankton (浮游生物) that gives off sparkling blue, glowing plants are nothing new for nature. Now, scientists are bringing that light to houseplants. Reporting in the Cell Press journal Matter on August 27, researchers crafted glow-in-the-dark succulents (肉质植物) that recharge in sunlight. Injected with light-emitting compounds, the plants can shine in various colors and match a small night light at their brightest. The simple, low-cost method may help lay the foundation for sustainable, plant-based lighting systems.
“Picture the world of science fiction movie Avatar, where glowing plants light up an entire ecosystem,” says first author Shuting Liu of South China Agricultural University. “We wanted to make that vision possible using materials we already work with in the lab. Imagine glowing trees replacing streetlights.”
Glowing greenery isn’t a new idea. Past studies have designed similar plants using genetic engineering. But the glow is often weak and is typically only available in green. The methods were also complex and costly.
Instead of changing cells to glow through genetic modification, researchers from South China Agricultural University used afterglow phosphor (磷光粉) particles — materials similar to those found in glow-in-the-dark toys. These compounds absorb light and release it slowly over time. For the particles to travel through leaf tissues, the researchers had to get the size just right: around 7 micrometers, roughly the width of a red blood cell.
“Smaller particles moved easily within the plant but they had low brightness,” says leading researcher Shuting Liu. “Larger particles glowed brighter but couldn’t travel far inside the plant.”
The glowing succulents’ light fades over time, and the team are still studying the long-term safety of the materials for the plants. Still, the concept could offer a sustainable alternative for low-intensity lighting in pathways, gardens, or indoor decoration. The team is also exploring how the method can light up plants beyond succulents.
12. What can be inferred about glowing plants in nature?
A. They are rarely found in the wild. B. They seldom give out other light but green.
C. They are completely artificial creations. D. They have been studied for a long time.
13. How did Shuting Liu introduce her study on glowing plants?
A. By giving examples. B. By defining a concept.
C. By imagining a scene. D. By providing statistics.
14. What is the main advantage of the new method compared to previous approaches?
A. It is simpler and less expensive. B. It produces more colorful light.
C. It is more environmentally friendly. D. It suits a wider range of plant species.
15. What should be paid special attention to when choosing phosphor particles?
A. Weight. B. Measure. C. Quantity. D. Color.
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍华南农业大学团队研发出发光肉质植物,通过注入磷光粉颗粒实现发光,相比传统基因工程方法更简单,低成本,虽存在光线衰减等问题,但为可持续照明提供了新可能。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“From mushrooms that cast a soft green glow to plankton that gives off sparkling blue, glowing plants are nothing new for nature. Now, scientists are bringing that light to houseplants.(从散发着柔和绿色光芒的蘑菇,到能发出闪烁蓝光的浮游生物,自然界中发光的植物并非罕见之物。如今,科学家们正将这种光芒引入室内植物之中)”可知,自然界中的发光植物已经被研究了很长时间。故选D。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段““Picture the world of science fiction movie Avatar, where glowing plants light up an entire ecosystem,” says first author Shuting Liu of South China Agricultural University. “We wanted to make that vision possible using materials we already work with in the lab. Imagine glowing trees replacing streetlights.”(“想象一下科幻电影《阿凡达》中的世界吧,在那里,发光的植物照亮了整个生态系统。”华南农业大学的第一作者刘舒婷说道。“我们希望通过实验室里现有的材料来实现这一愿景。想象一下,发光的树木取代路灯的情景。”)”可知,刘舒婷通过构想一个场景介绍她关于发光植物的研究。故选C。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“But the glow is often weak and is typically only available in green. The methods were also complex and costly.(但这种光的亮度通常较弱,而且通常只能发出绿色光。这些方法还非常复杂且成本高昂)”可知,与以往的方法相比,这种新方法的主要优势是它更简单,成本也更低。故选A。
【15题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“For the particles to travel through leaf tissues, the researchers had to get the size just right: around 7 micrometers, roughly the width of a red blood cell.(为了让这些粒子能够穿过叶片组织,研究人员必须将粒子的尺寸精确控制在一定范围内:大约7微米,这相当于一个红细胞的宽度)”可知,在选择荧光粉颗粒时,应当特别注意尺寸、规格。故选B。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Have you ever felt the need to be alone for a while? I don’t mean situations when you should be alone, but occasions where you are with a group of people at a party or a restaurant. You get tired of jumping from conversation to conversation, and your mind starts to wander towards that interesting book you left halfway done, or that movie you have been meaning to watch. ___16___ Now before you rush to defense, please understand that being an introvert (内向的人)is completely normal.
A common misunderstanding about introverts is that they are loners or anti-social. ___17___ They have friends, probably not as many as extroverts (外向的人), but enough to suit their needs for human interaction. Scientifically, all humans fall somewhere between being an introvert and being an extrovert, and at least 25 percent of us are introverts.
___18___ Therefore, the ability to network is extremely valuable. Of course, sometimes introverts might be as capable of talking with people as extroverts, but sometimes they have to force themselves to engage with others in order to “fit in”. While extroverts feel comfortable shaking hands and making jokes, introverts get increasingly exhausted. ___19___ For the introverted, to continue in this awkward situation could really end up bringing them harm, with individuals reporting to suffer from loss of sleep, panic attacks and depression.
___20___ They form deep thoughts, conduct themselves carefully, and pay significant attention to detail. So, for the best results in a project involving group work, both introverts and extroverts are needed.
A. Society appears to favor extroverts.
B. Most introverts, however, are just regular people.
C. These are feelings usually typical of an introvert.
D. Introverts tend to recover by spending time alone.
E. You might have ignored that “strange” thought you had before.
F. Introverts, just like extroverts, have their own set of advantages.
G. Even if standing alone for a while, they get asked “Why are you all by yourself?”
【答案】16. C 17. B 18. A 19. G 20. F
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要对内向的人进行了相关解读和介绍。
【16题详解】
根据空处上句“You get tired of jumping from conversation to conversation, and your mind starts to wander towards that interesting book you left halfway done, or that movie you have been meaning to watch.(你厌倦了从一个话题跳到另一个话题,你的思想开始徘徊在那本有趣的书上,或者你一直想看的电影上。)”可知,这里是在介绍内向者的某些典型特征,而C项“These are feelings usually typical of an introvert.(这些都是典型的内向者的感觉。)”是对上句的总结和承接。故选C项。
【17题详解】
根据空处上句“A common misunderstanding about introverts is that they are loners or anti-social.(对内向者的一个常见误解是,他们是孤独者或反社会者。)”可知,B选项“Most introverts, however, are just regular people.(然而,大多数内向的人只是普通人。)”和上句均是对内向者的一种解读,且互为转折关系。故选B项。
【18题详解】
根据空处后两句“Therefore, the ability to network is extremely valuable. Of course, sometimes introverts might be as capable of talking with people as extroverts, but sometimes they have to force themselves to engage with others in order to “fit in”. (因此,交际能力是极其宝贵的。当然,有时内向的人可能和外向的人一样有能力与人交谈,但有时他们不得不强迫自己与他人交流以“融入”。)”可知,这里和A选项“Society appears to favor extroverts.(社会似乎偏爱外向的人。)”一样,都是在介绍内向的人和外向的人的交际能力的差异,且空处与下句形成因果关系,指的是以对内向的人来说,拥有交际能力在社会上显得尤为重要。故选A项。
【19题详解】
根据空处下句中的“For the introverted, to continue in this awkward situation could really end up bringing them harm(对于内向的人来说,继续处于这种尴尬的境地可能最终会给他们带来伤害)”可知,G选项“Even if standing alone for a while, they get asked “Why are you all by yourself?”(即使是一个人站一会儿,他们也会被问到:“你为什么总是一个人?”)”是对下文中“this awkward situation(这种尴尬的境地)”一种具体举例。故选G项。
【20题详解】
根据空处下句“They form deep thoughts, conduct themselves carefully, and pay significant attention to detail.(他们思想深邃,行事谨慎,注重细节。)”可知,这里是对F选项“Introverts, just like extroverts, have their own set of advantages.(内向的人,就像外向的人一样,有他们自己的优势。)”的进一步解释,说明内向的人的具体优势。故选F项。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
An elderly friend wrote to me recently. She was discouraged about her ____21____ health. But the thing that ____22____ her most was that she was no longer able to volunteer and help her ____23____ the way she used to. At the end of the ____24____, she asked me, “What can I do to make this world better at my age?”
I ____25____ her back that every little thing she does can make this world better, and that even the briefest smile can change a life. And I shared a ____26____ that I’d read recently. A young man had ____27____ on life. He had become so filled with sadness and ____28____ that he decided to go to his apartment and let everything go to hell. As he was walking home he stopped at a corner to wait for a car to ____29____. As the car drove slowly by, the woman behind the ____30____ looked directly at him and flashed him a huge smile. That smile was so warm, so joyful, and so caring that it ____31____ him that there was still some goodness left in the world, and he decided not to ____32____ his life but rather to try and live it fully again.
I reminded my friend that while we all try to do big things in this world, it is ____33____ the little things we do each day that make a difference. A shared smile, a caring word, or an act of kindness can all help to ____34____ a heart, uplift a soul and change a life. In the end, it is these things that ____35____ the world and us.
21. A. tiring B. failing C. forbidding D. promising
22. A. interested B. puzzled C. amazed D. bothered
23. A. community B. company C. position D. county
24. A. application B. term C. letter D. book
25. A. turned B. rolled C. talked D. wrote
26. A. story B. word C. form D. message
27. A. set out B. got in C. given up D. looked down
28. A. hope B. despair C. stress D. energy
29. A. pass B. stop C. drive D. run
30. A. street B. road C. car D. wheel
31. A. informed B. ensured C. convinced D. confused
32. A. miss B. waste C. risk D. save
33. A. actually B. merely C. barely D. ultimately
34. A. respect B. warm C. know D. handle
35. A. relieve B. guide C. witness D. change
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. C 25. D 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. C 32. B 33. A 34. B 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇夹叙夹议类文章。文章通过作者与一位老年朋友的通信,探讨了微小善举的力量,并以一个陌生人的微笑挽救轻生年轻人的故事,说明日常小事对改变世界和人生的深远意义。
【21题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:她对自己的健康状况日益衰退感到沮丧。A. tiring令人疲惫的;B. failing衰退的,减弱的;C. forbidding禁止的;D. promising有希望的。根据前文“She was discouraged(她很沮丧)”以及后文“she was no longer able to volunteer”可知,她的健康状况在变差。failing health是常见搭配,意为“日益衰退的健康”。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:但最让她困扰的是,她不能再像以前那样做志愿者、帮助她的社区了。A. interested使感兴趣;B. puzzled使困惑;C. amazed使惊讶;D. bothered使烦恼,困扰。根据前文“She was discouraged about her ____1____ health.”以及后文“she was no longer able to volunteer and help her ____3____the way she used to.”描述的她不能再帮助他人这一事实可知,此处应表示“最让她困扰的事”。故选D。
【23题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:但最让她困扰的是,她不能再像以前那样做志愿者、帮助她的社区了。A. community社区;B. company公司,陪伴;C. position位置;职位;D. county县。根据前文“volunteer”可知,此处应表示为社区服务。help her community意为“帮助她的社区”。故选A。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:在信的结尾,她问我:“在我这个年纪,我能做些什么让这个世界变得更好?”。A. application申请;B. term学期,术语;C. letter信;D. book书。根据第一段开头“An elderly friend wrote to me recently.”可知,这是一封信。at the end of the letter意为“在信的结尾”。故选C。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我给她回信说,她做的每一件小事都能让这个世界变得更美好,甚至一个最短暂的微笑也能改变一个人的生活。A. turned转动;B. rolled滚动;C. talked交谈,谈话;D. wrote写。根据第一段开头“An elderly friend wrote to me recently.”可知,他们是书信往来,所以作者是“回信”。write back是固定搭配,意为“回信”。故选D。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我和她分享了一个我最近读到的故事。A. story故事;B. word单词,话语;C. form表格,形式;D. message信息。根据空后定语从句“that I read recently”及后文作者讲述的关于一个年轻男人的完整事件可知,这是一个“故事”。故选A。
【27题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:一个年轻人已经放弃了生活。A. set out出发;B. got in进入,收获;C. given up放弃;D. looked down向下看。根据空后“He had become so filled with sadness”,“he decided to go to his apartment and let everything go to hell.”以及本段末“he decided not to ____12____ his life but rather to try and live it fully again.”可知,这个年轻人之前是“放弃”了生活。give up on life意为“对生活绝望/放弃生活”。故选C。
【28题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:他内心充满了悲伤和绝望。A. hope希望;B. despair绝望;C. stress压力;D. energy能量。根据前文“A young man had ____7____ on life. He had become so filled with sadness and...”可知,与sadness并列的应是负面情绪,且程度更深,导致他放弃生活。“despair(绝望)”最符合语境。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:在他步行回家时,他在一个拐角处停下来,等待一辆车经过。A. pass经过;B. stop停止;C. drive驾驶;D. run奔跑。根据空前“he stopped at a corner to wait for a car to”、下文“As the car drove slowly by”此处指在拐角处等待,通常是等车辆“经过”。故选A。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:当车缓缓驶过时,开车的女人直视着他,给了他一个灿烂的微笑。A. street街道;B. road道路;C. car汽车;D. wheel方向盘。根据前文“As the car drove slowly by(当汽车缓缓驶过时)”及在“the woman behind the ___10____”结构中“behind the___10____”是后置定语修饰“the woman”可知,此处应表示“开车的女人”。behind the wheel是固定搭配,意为“在驾驶,握着方向盘”。故选D。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:那个微笑如此温暖、如此快乐、如此充满关怀,使他相信这个世界仍然存在一些美好。A. informed通知;B. ensured确保;C. convinced使确信,使相信;D. confused使困惑。根据前文“He had become so filled with sadness and ____8____ that he decided to go to his apartment and let everything go to hell. ”及空后“there was still some goodness left in the world”可知,那个微笑改变了他的想法,让他从绝望转变为“相信”世界上还有美好。“convince sb that...”意为“使某人相信……”。故选C。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:他决定不再浪费自己的生命,而是努力再次充实地生活。A. miss错过,思念;B. waste浪费;C. risk冒险;D. save拯救。根据前文他原本打算“let everything go to hell”,及后文“try and live it fully again”可知,他之前的状态是在“浪费”生命,而现在决定重新充实地生活。故选B。
【33题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:我提醒我的朋友,虽然我们都试图在这个世界上做大事,但实际上,正是我们每天做的小事才产生了影响。A. actually实际上;B. merely仅仅;C. barely几乎不;D. ultimately最终地。根据前文“while we all try to do big things in this world”可知,此句强调了一个与“做大事”相对的、可能被忽视的事实:真正起作用的是日常小事。actually用于引出真实情况,符合语境。故选A。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:一个会心的微笑,一句关怀的话语,或一个善意的举动,都能帮助温暖一颗心,振奋一个灵魂,改变一段人生。A. respect尊重;B. warm(使)温暖,变暖和;C. know知道;D. handle处理。“____14____a heart”与后文的“uplift a soul(振奋一个灵魂)”和“change a life(改变一段人生)”并列,且与前文的“shared smile”、“caring word”及“act of kindness”这些温暖的行为相呼应,因此“warm a heart(温暖一颗心)”最贴切。故选B。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:最终,正是这些事情改变了世界和我们。A. relieve缓解;B. guide引导;C. witness见证;D. change改变。本句中“these things”指前文提到的“A shared smile, a caring word, or an act of kindness”这类微小的美好的行为,结合文中所讲的一个陌生人的微笑挽救轻生年轻人的故事可知,本句总结全文主旨,强调这些小事能够“改变”世界和我们。故选D。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Great Wall, one of the most famous ____36____ (landmark) in the world, stretches across the northern part of China like a huge dragon. With a total ____37____ (long) of over 21,000 kilometers, it is the longest man-made structure ever built. ____38____ (it) construction began as early as the 7th century BCE, during the Spring and Autumn Period, and continued through different dynasties — most notably the Qin Dynasty, ____39____ sections were connected to form a unified defense system, and the Ming Dynasty. Originally, the Great Wall ____40____ (build) for military defense: it protected ancient Chinese empires from attacks by nomadic groups from the north. Along the wall, there are watchtowers ____41____ (employ) to spot enemies and send signals, battlements, and fortresses used to station troops and store supplies. These features show the great ____42____ (wise) of ancient Chinese engineers and soldiers. Today, the Great Wall is no longer a military structure ____43____ a world-famous tourist attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Every year, millions of visitors from home and abroad come to walk on its stone steps, climb its watchtowers, and enjoy ____44____ breathtaking views of mountains and valleys around it. Sections like Badaling and Mutianyu are especially popular. More than just a wall, the Great Wall is a symbol of Chinese history, culture, and national spirit. It stands ____45____ a reminder of the hard work and creativity of ancient Chinese people, and continues to tell the story of China to the world.
【答案】36. landmarks
37. length 38. Its
39. when 40. was built
41. employed
42. wisdom 43. but
44. the 45. as
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了长城的历史、结构、功能以及其作为中国文化和历史象征的重要性。
【36题详解】
考查名词复数。句意:长城是世界上最著名的地标之一,像一条巨龙横跨中国北部。one of+形容词最高级+可数名词复数,表示“最……之一”,空处需用名词landmark“地标”的复数landmarks。故填landmarks。
【37题详解】
考查名词。句意:它的总长度超过21,000公里,是有史以来建造的最长的人造建筑。本空作宾语,用名词length“长度”。故填length。
【38题详解】
考查代词。句意:它的建造最早可追溯至公元前7 世纪的春秋时期,之后历经多个朝代持续修筑 —— 其中最著名的是秦朝和明朝:秦朝时,各段城墙被连接起来,形成了统一的防御体系。空处修饰名词construction,用形容词性物主代词its,表示“它的”,句首单词,首字母大写。故填Its。
【39题详解】
考查定语从句。句意同上。空处引导非限制性定语从句,先行词是the Qin Dynasty,关系词代替先行词在定语从句中作时间状语从句,用关系副词when引导。故填when。
【40题详解】
考查被动语态。句意:最初,长城是为了军事防御而建造的:它保护古代中国帝国免受北方游牧民族的攻击。本句描述过去的动作和状态,故时态用一般过去时,主语the Great Wall和动词build“建造”之间是被动关系,用一般过去时的被动语态;主语是第三人称单数,be动词需用was。故填was built。
【41题详解】
考查过去分词。句意:沿着城墙,有用于侦察敌人和发送信号的瞭望塔,有用于驻扎军队和储存物资的城垛和堡垒。本句已有谓语动词are,所以空处需用非谓语动词;动词employ“应用,运用”与watchtowers之间是被动关系,用过去分词employed,作后置定语,修饰名词watchtowers。故填employed。
【42题详解】
考查名词。句意:这些特征显示了古代中国工程师和士兵的伟大智慧。本空作show的宾语,用名词wisdom“智慧”。故填wisdom。
【43题详解】
考查固定短语。句意:今天,长城不再是一个军事建筑,而是一个世界著名的旅游景点和联合国教科文组织世界遗产。not... but...“不是……而是……”,固定搭配,符合题意。故填but。
【44题详解】
考查冠词。句意:每年,数以百万计的国内外游客来到这里,走在它的石阶上,爬上它的瞭望塔,欣赏周围山脉和山谷的壮丽景色。此处特指长城周围的壮丽景色,所以空处需用定冠词the。故填the。
【45题详解】
考查介词。句意:它作为中国古代人民辛勤劳动和创造力的提醒,继续向世界讲述中国的故事。stand as“作为……屹立,是……的象征”,固定搭配,符合题意。故填as。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是学生会负责人李华,你校英文网站发起“Read Poems, Enrich Our Mind”倡议活动,请你以学生会名义写一篇英语倡议书,号召同学们多读诗歌。要点:
1. 读诗歌的意义;
2. 倡议具体做法;
3. 发出呼吁。
注意:词数80左右。
Dear fellow students,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Students’ Union
【答案】Dear fellow students,
Our school’s English website launches the activity “Read Poems, Enrich Our Mind”. Poetry is a treasure of literature, which can polish our feelings and broaden our horizons. When we read poems, we can feel different lives and understand the beauty of language.
Here are our suggestions. We can read one poem every day and share our thoughts in class. We may also write down our feelings after reading. It will help us appreciate poems better.
Poems bring warmth and power to our daily life. Let’s take action and enjoy the charm of poetry!
Students’ Union
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生以学生会负责人李华的身份,为校英文网站发起的“Read Poems, Enrich Our Mind”倡议活动写一篇英语倡议书,内容包括读诗歌的意义、具体做法,并发出呼吁。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
发起:launch → initiate
不同的:different → diverse
帮助:help → facilitate
魅力:charm → fascination
2. 句式拓展
合并句子
原句:We may also write down our feelings after reading. It will help us appreciate poems better.
拓展句:We may also write down our feelings after reading, which will help us appreciate poems better.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Poetry is a treasure of literature, which can polish our feelings and broaden our horizons. (运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】When we read poems, we can feel different lives and understand the beauty of language. (运用了when引导的时间状语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I had always wanted a dog since young. My parents were against the idea, saying that taking care of a dog was a lifetime commitment.
On my tenth birthday, Father stepped into the house and announced, “Nancy, you have a new puppy!” I shouted in delight and ran towards Father, only to find it was a toy puppy. My face fell. I turned away. Father explained, “This is a ‘Think-It-Over’ puppy. You should try taking care of it before deciding about a real dog.”
The puppy did look like a real dog from a distance and it even had a dog smell. Inside its body was a computer programmed to make barking sounds. Father handed me a key, which could be stuck into its back to stop its barking. I accepted the puppy, which I named Friday since it was Friday that day.
That evening, my friends and I decided to take Friday to a dog café. It was freezing cold, so I wrapped it in a blanket as if it were a real dog. The computer inside could tell if someone treated it badly, like shaking or not caring for it, and I did not want that recorded.
Having waited in line, we finally got a table. The waiter, not knowing I was carrying a false puppy, asked attentively if I would need a basket with cushion. I told him, “Oh, it’s not a real puppy, but...” Before I could finish my sentence, he gave me an unpleasant look, turned and served other diners who were right there to play with the café’s dogs. I might have seemed unusual to him. During our meal, my friends and I received strange looks from the other dog owners in the café. We ignored them and continued with our own conversation.
After dinner, we went to a nearby shopping mall, where customers were selecting their favorites. My friends were looking at clothes, but I couldn’t. The puppy I was carrying was becoming increasingly heavy. Extremely tired of Friday, I put it down in a corner and just wandered around, seeking clothes I could try on.
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。
Suddenly, Friday started to bark like a real dog.
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The moment I got home, I handed Friday to Father, tears in eyes.
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【答案】
Suddenly, Friday started to bark like a real dog. It barked so loudly as if protesting against my previous disrespect, which immediately attracted curious stares of the shoppers. Some even blamed me in annoyance for making the dog produce such a noise. Embarrassed and panicked, I was at a loss what to do. My friends came running to me and urged me to take out the key. Not until then did I think of the solution. The barking ceased but I was overwhelmed with tiredness and depression. With everyone watching, I picked up Friday with a blushing face, racing out of the mall.
The moment I got home, I handed Friday to Father, tears in eyes. “So Friday has upset you?” Father asked. Discouraged, I told him everything that had happened. Father listened quietly and said smilingly, “See why I gave you the ‘Think-It-Over’ puppy? Taking care of a real dog is even more challenging. You need to be responsible all the time.” I nodded, realizing I hadn’t been as committed as I thought. I wiped my tears, saying firmly, “Father, I’ll be ready for a real dog. Trust me.” From then on, I did what I could to take better care of Friday, learning how to be a responsible and capable pet owner.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了作者想要一只狗,父母因认为养狗是一生的责任而反对。在作者十岁生日时,父亲给了他一个玩具狗作为“Think-It-Over”的小狗,让“我”在决定养真狗之前先试着照顾它。这只玩具狗外观逼真,甚至有狗的味道,内置电脑能发出狗叫声。“我”接受了这只小狗,并命名为Friday。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“突然,星期五开始像真正的狗一样吠叫。”可知,第一段可描写Friday突然像真狗一样叫起来,引起了周围人的注意和责备,“我”感到尴尬和恐慌,最后在朋友的帮助下停止了叫声,但“我”感到疲惫和沮丧。
②由第二段首句内容“我一回到家,就把Friday递给爸爸,眼里含着泪水。”可知,第二段可描写“我”回到家后,把Friday交给父亲,并告诉他所发生的一切。父亲听完后,告诉“我”养狗更加具有挑战性,需要一直负责。这让“我”意识到自己的不足,并承诺会准备好养一只真狗。
2.续写线索:Friday像真狗一样叫——引起周围人注意和责备——“我”感到尴尬和恐慌——朋友帮助停止叫声——“我”感到疲惫和沮丧——回家交给父亲并告诉他所发生的一切——父亲告诉“我”养狗更加具有挑战性——“我”意识到自己的不足并承诺会准备好。
3.词汇激活:
行为类
①吠叫:bark/yap
②责备:blame/criticize
③催促:urge/press
情绪类
①尴尬:embarrassed/awkward
②沮丧:discouraged/depressed
【点睛】[高分句型1] It barked so loudly as if protesting against my previous disrespect, which immediately attracted curious stares of the shoppers.(运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2] Not until then did I think of the solution.(运用了部分倒装)
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