高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Humour（适中版02）

高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Humour（适中版02） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）What does the man say about Jack? A．He’s serious. B．He’s responsible. C．He’s humorous. 【答案】C 【原文】W: Jack is a responsible person. But in my eyes, he’s too serious. I dare not even talk to him. M: Over time, you’ll find that he likes to say funny things to make people laugh. 2．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．How to balance life and work. B．How to manage time. C．How to reduce stress. 【答案】B 【原文】M: You have a lot of work to do every day. How do you manage to finish all your tasks? W: I make sure to plan my day the night before and stick to my schedule. That way I can stay organized and get everything done on time. 3．（本题1.5分）What does the man offer to do for the woman? A．Take her to hospital. B．See her husband. C．Finish her work. 【答案】C 【原文】M: How is your husband? Did the doctor give him some medicine? W: Yes, but it isn’t working. He’s still in a lot of pain and can’t get out of bed. M: Listen, I can finish your work for you. It sounds like he needs looking after. 4．（本题1.5分） Who’s the woman most probably? A．The man’s teacher. B．The man’s classmate. C．The man’s neighbour. 【答案】C 【原文】W: If I were your teacher, I would give an A for your speech. M: Thank you for your help, Ms. Daisy. My mom said we were so lucky to live next to you. 5．（本题1.5分）What do the speakers think about Jason? A．He is humorous. B．He is strong. C．He is shy. 【答案】A 【原文】W: Should we ask Jason to come walking with us at the weekend? M: Why not? I don’t think he is really the sporty type, but he is a great company. He always makes me laugh. W: Yeah, things are never boring with Jason around. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)What does the woman remind Jackson to do? A．Train harder. B．Show respect. C．Be confident. 7．(1.5分)Who is the woman? A．Jackson’s mother. B．Jackson’s coach. C．Jackson’s teammate. 【答案】6．B 7．A 【原文】W: Jackson, I know you’re proud of your team’s victory. But you must learn to respect your opponents. So, please, shake hands with the members of the other team. Your coach, teammates, and other players will admire you for this kind behavior. M: OK. Did you feel embarrassed about my attitude? W: Your father and I understand how badly you want to score goals and win the championship. But learning to respect everyone’s efforts put into the team makes you a better athlete. Trust me, dear. M: You’re right. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1分)What does the woman say about humor? A．It reduces pressure. B．It adds joy to life. C．It improves teamwork. 9．(1分)How does the man get enjoyment? A．By enjoying comedies. B．By listening to jokes. C．By reading funny stories. 10．(1分)When will the speakers meet on Saturday evening? A．At 7:00. B．At 7:15. C．At 7:30. 【答案】8．C 9．A 10．A 【原文】W: I think we need some humor in our lives. Do you think so, Brian? M: Yeah. Humor can add joy to life, and help relieve stress and anxiety. W: Well, in my opinion, humor can make relationships stronger and improve teamwork. So what do you usually do to have fun? M: I often watch comedy movies. What about you? W: As for me, I prefer reading funny stories and listening to cross talks or jokes. M: Wow, you have a lot of entertaining activities. W: Ha-ha, speaking of cross talks, there will be a show by the Deyun Community at 7:30 this Saturday evening in the theater. I have two tickets. Would you like to come? M: Certainly! When will we meet? How about 7:15? W: Hmm, I suppose there will be many people then. I tend to arrive there a little earlier, maybe 7:00? M: Okay. （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 probable relationship between the speakers? A．Teacher and student. B．Artist and art lover. C．Gallery owner and client. 12．(1.5分)Where did the woman first meet Dora? A．In Oxford. B．In Paris. C．In Glasgow. 13．(1.5分)What do we know about the Glasgow School of Art? A．The woman redesigned it. B．It won a design award. C．One of its buildings was damaged by fire. 【答案】11．B 12．A 13．C 【原文】M: Are you the artist of that piece over there? W: Yes, it is my latest work. M: I just wanted to say that it spoke to me. Is it for sale? W: Yes. All the art works in the gallery are for sale. M: So do you regularly show works here in this gallery? W: Yes. Dora is the gallery owner. She and I went to university together. M: What university was that? W: Well, I met Dora when I studied at Oxford. However, after that I received a second degree at the Glasgow School of Art. M: It was a shame that the Glasgow School of Art caught fire. W: Yes. It has happened twice now. So much work was lost, and the building itself is completely destroyed. （本题6分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)What do we know about the speakers? A．They are colleagues. B．They are business partners. C．They are former classmates. 15．(1.5分)Where does the conversation probably take place? A．On a train. B．On a plane. C．In an office. 16．(1.5分)What is the woman going to do in Paris? A．Visit an exhibition. B．Deal with business. C．Conduct an interview. 17．(1.5分)What is challenging about the woman’s job? A．Getting up early. B．Meeting tons of people. C．Balancing work and life. 【答案】14．C 15．B 16．A 17．C 【原文】M: Hi,Jenny. Fancy meeting you here. W: Hi, George. Haven’t seen you for ages! It’s been five years since our graduation. M: Yes. But if I hadn’t followed my wife’s suggestion, I would have taken a train and thus I wouldn’t have a chance of running into you here. W: I’m a lucky dog. Who drove you to the airport? M: My sister Jane. My wife Susan went on a business trip yesterday. What are you going to do in France? W: I heard there will be a painting exhibition in Paris this weekend. I like Monet. His Water Lilies is particularly famous. M: Ha-ha,Jay Chou’s latest song Greatest Works of Art also mentioned this artist. How is your work going? W: Quite busy. I find a new job as a news reporter, and it’s really hard for me to balance my work and life. I get up very early and spend one hour studying every day. The fun part is that I can meet various people and learn tons of their stories. M: Since our flight takes three hours, we could have a long talk. （本题6分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(2分)What makes small talk challenging? A．No time for preparation. B．Too many facts to check. C．Heavy reliance on bonding. 19．(2分)What are small talk participants expected to do according to Rachel? A．To give quick responses. B．To show interest in the talk. C．To speak in a fascinating way. 20．(2分)What will the speaker talk about next? A．Importance of small talk skills. B．Consequences of quick reaction. C．Tips on pacing yourself in small talk. 【答案】18．A 19．B 20．C 【原文】 Small talk is a wonderful way of bonding, learning and growing. What makes it challenging is the fact that we can hardly be prepared for it. We just go with what's happening in the moment. When you first get into a small talk situation, I think we need to establish appropriate goals. Rachel Greenwald, an academic, has this wonderful saying. Your goal is to be interested, not interesting. We often think that we need to be fascinating when in fact we just need to be present and be interested in the conversation that's happening. And then, to get good at small talk, you need to give yourself permission to adjust your pace. Many of us have the sense that speed of response is associated with competence, but what really reflects your competence is an appropriate response. And appropriateness can take a little bit of time, so here are some things you can do to help you. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Building and maintaining healthy relationships is a key part of a happy and successful life. Whether at school, in the workplace, or in the community, good interpersonal skills help us connect with others. Here are some practical tips to enhance your social abilities. Start with a Simple Gesture Many people feel shy about starting a conversation. You don’t need to say something perfect. A friendly smile, a warm greeting, or a simple compliment (赞美) can open the door. Being the first to say “hello” shows confidence and makes others feel comfortable. Find Common Ground Shared interests are the foundation of strong connections. When you talk to someone, try to discover what you both enjoy — be it sports, music, books, or movies. Discussing common topics makes conversations flow more naturally and helps build a bond. Listen Actively Good communication is more about listening than talking. Show genuine interest in what others say. Maintain eye contact, nod, and ask follow-up questions. This makes people feel valued and understood, which deepens your relationship. Handle Conflicts Wisely Disagreements are normal. When they happen, stay calm and respectful. Express your feelings honestly without blaming the other person. Try to see the situation from their perspective and work together to find a solution. A wise resolution can sometimes make a relationship even stronger. By practicing these skills, you can build a wide and supportive social network. Remember, positive relationships require effort, but the rewards are truly valuable. 21．(2.5分)What is the advice for starting a conversation? A．Prepare a well-organized speech. B．Use a simple and friendly gesture. C．Wait patiently for others to talk first. D．Start with fun and meaningful topics. 22．(2.5分)Why is finding common ground helpful? A．It helps to build a relationship. B．It makes you win an argument. C．It shows you are knowledgeable. D．It allows you to talk more. 23．(2.5分)How should we deal with conflicts? A．Try to avoid them in a wise way. B．Stay calm and talk it out respectfully. C．Express your anger clearly and directly. D．Ask a third person to decide properly. 【答案】21．B 22．A 23．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章提供了建立和维持健康人际关系的方法。建议从简单友好的举动开始，寻找共同点，积极倾听，以及智慧地处理冲突，以提升社交能力，建立广泛的支持性社交网络。 【详解】21．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Many people feel shy about starting a conversation. You don’t need to say something perfect. A friendly smile, a warm greeting, or a simple compliment (赞美) can open the door. Being the first to say ‘hello’ shows confidence and makes others feel comfortable.(许多人对开始一段对话感到害羞。你不必说得尽善尽美。一个友好的微笑、一个热情的问候或一句简单的赞美就能打开话匣子。第一个说‘你好’的人表现出自信，让别人感到舒适)”可知，开始对话的建议是使用一个简单且友好的姿态，比如微笑、问候或赞美。故选B。 22．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Shared interests are the foundation of strong connections. When you talk to someone, try to discover what you both enjoy — be it sports, music, books, or movies. Discussing common topics makes conversations flow more naturally and helps build a bond.(共同的兴趣是建立牢固关系的基石。当你和别人交谈时，试着发现你们都喜欢什么——无论是运动、音乐、书籍还是电影。讨论共同的话题能让对话更加自然流畅，有助于建立联系)”可知，找到共同点有助于建立关系，因为它能让对话更加自然，并加深彼此之间的联系。故选A。 23．细节理解题。根据文章倒数第二段“Disagreements are normal. When they happen, stay calm and respectful. Express your feelings honestly without blaming the other person. Try to see the situation from their perspective and work together to find a solution. A wise resolution can sometimes make a relationship even stronger.(分歧是正常的。当它们发生时，保持冷静和尊重。诚实地表达你的感受，不要责怪对方。试着从对方的角度看待问题，并共同努力寻找解决方案。明智的解决方式有时能让关系更加牢固)”可知，处理冲突时应该保持冷静，并尊重对方，通过沟通来解决问题。故选B。 （本题10分）“Do you remember why we proceeded with this study, Anirban?” my PhD supervisor asked. “What was the goal of these experiments?” I had painstakingly conducted 4 months of work, melting soil, extracting microbial genomic DNA, quantifying hydrocarbons, and washing endless piles of glassware. But faced with these seemingly straightforward questions, I was speechless. Amid the routine work and technical details, I had lost sight of how my work fitted in with the research hypothesis and the overall system we were investigating. This wasn’t the first time I had lost track of my research goals. In earlier endeavors, including my master’s degree and research internships, I had focused on running as many experiments, performing as many meta-analyses, and generating as many results as I could. I welcomed details and grew accustomed to getting lost in them. When I felt lost, I instead assumed my problem was lack of technical expertise. But my PhD supervisor’s comment helped me realize my detail-loving approach alone would no longer cut it. I realized that one solution might be as simple as slowing down a bit. I started taking periodic breaks from running experiments to reflect on the “so what” of the studies I was conducting. I also learned tremendously from two postdocs, who helped me balance top-down and bottom-up thinking by connecting experiment planning and data analysis with overall study objective. They helped me develop the habit of always asking ahead of time how a specific experiment or analysis would help answer the hypothesis. This led to more structured, focused thinking about subsequent steps. With time, I began to complement my love of details with an ability to evaluate the how and why of research tasks and the relevance of my work beyond the experiments, data, and analyses. I was still getting lost in the details, but I was now able to understand why. I have realized that big-picture thinking is one of the many adaptable, universal skills one can get from a PhD．And I’m happy my mentors (导师) and managers pushed me to develop it. 24．(2.5分)What used to be the author’s primary issue during the research? A．Lack of technical expertise. B．Losing sight of the research goals. C．Difficulty in extracting genomic DNA． D．Failing to answer the supervisor’s questions. 25．(2.5分)What’s the function of paragraph 2? A．To provide more examples. B．To state the author’s good work habits. C．To offer a solution to the author’s issue. D．To show the author’s educational background. 26．(2.5分)What strategy did the author use to approach his problem? A．Focusing on details more carefully. B．Increasing the number of experiments. C．Speeding up the experimental process. D．Taking breaks to engage in self-reflection. 27．(2.5分)What does the author want to tell us from his own experiences? A．Mentors are essential for providing technical expertise. B．Top-down thinking is better for research than bottom-up thinking. C．Big-picture thinking helps you stay focused on the overall objective. D．Self-reflection is important when you encounter setbacks in research. 【答案】24．B 25．A 26．D 27．C 【导语】文章讲述了作者在研究中曾因迷失目标而苦恼，通过放慢节奏、反思研究意义和向导师学习，培养了宏观思考能力，最终实现了目标。 【详解】24．细节理解题。根据文章第一段中的“Amid the routine work and technical details, I had lost sight of how my work fitted in with the research hypothesis and the overall system we were investigating.(在日常工作和技术细节中，我忽略了我的工作如何与研究假设和我们正在调查的整体系统相吻合。)”以及第二段中的“This wasn’t the first time I had lost track of my research goals.(这不是我第一次失去对研究目标的追踪。)”可知，作者过去在研究中的主要问题是忽略了研究目标。 25．推理判断题。根据第二段中的“In earlier endeavors, including my master's degree and research internships, I had focused on running as many experiments, performing as many meta-analyses, and generating as many results as I could.(在之前的努力中，包括我的硕士学位和研究实习，我专注于进行尽可能多的实验，进行尽可能多的荟萃分析，并产生尽可能多的结果。)”可知，第二段是对第一段所提到的问题提供更多的例子来加以说明，进一步论证作者确实经常迷失在细节中而忽略研究目标。 26．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“I realized that one solution might be as simple as slowing down a bit. I started taking periodic breaks from running experiments to reflect on the ‘so what’ of the studies I was conducting.(我意识到，一个解决方案可能就是稍微放慢节奏。我开始定期暂停实验，停下来思考自己所做研究的实际意义。)”可知，作者通过定期休息来进行自我反思。 27．推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“I have realized that big-picture thinking is one of the many adaptable, universal skills one can get from a PhD.(我已经意识到，大局观思维是从博士学位中可以获得的许多适应性强的、通用的技能之一。)”以及全文内容可知，作者通过自己的亲身经历告诉我们：大局观思维有助于你始终聚焦于整体目标，而不是迷失在细节中。 （本题10分）Why did the cow go to Hollywood? Because it wanted to be in the moo-vies! Get it? Because “moo” is the sound a cow makes! This is an example of a dad joke. Anyone can make a dad joke — you don’t have to be a parent. Most of the time it’s just a joke that uses a very obvious and predictable pun (双关语). Dad jokes are usually thought to be pretty harmless, and maybe even cause feelings of love. And researchers have found that humor may actually be an important tool for parents. A team from the US wanted to find out more about the effect humor can have when it is used by parents when raising their children. More than 300 people aged between 18 and 45 took part in a survey. They were asked to say whether they agreed or disagreed with a number of statements about humor in parenting. These included their memories of whether humor was used by their own parents, and if they might use it with their own children. More than 70% of the participants said they believed humor can be a useful tool in parenting. And 55% said that they had been raised by parents who used humor in their parenting. The study also found that people whose parents used humor were more likely to say they had a good relationship with their parents. Many participants even said they’d like to take a course to learn about how they could use humor in parenting. So why does it work? The researchers said family life can be stressful, and humor can be a good way to reduce stress levels in the home. But that doesn’t just mean telling more dad jokes—humor could be used instead of anger to relieve a stressful situation, for example. 28．(2.5分)How did the author introduce the phrase “dad joke”? A．By giving an example. B．By making a definition. C．By explaining where to use it. D．By showing its hidden meaning. 29．(2.5分)In which aspect do researchers plan to figure out the function of humor? A．Family harmony. B．Social gatherings. C．Parenting skills. D．Parenting stress. 30．(2.5分)What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A．The benefits of using humor in education. B．Different types of humor used by parents. C．The disadvantages of humor in family relationships. D．Participants’ views on the use of humor in parenting. 31．(2.5分)What might be talked about in the following paragraph? A．How humor deals with pressure. B．What effect humor has on home. C．Which humor should be stressed. D．Why humor makes people happy. 【答案】28．A 29．C 30．D 31．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍“爸爸笑话”及幽默在父母养育孩子过程中的作用和相关研究发现。 【详解】28．推理判断题。根据第一段中的“Why did the cow go to Hollywood? Because it wanted to be in the moo-vies! Get it? Because ‘moo’ is the sound a cow makes!(为什么奶牛要去好莱坞？因为它想参演‘牛影’（moo-vies与movies同音）！明白了吗？因为‘moo’是奶牛发出的声音！)”以及第二段中的“This is an example of a dad joke.(这就是一个‘爸爸笑话’的例子)”可知，作者通过举例介绍了“爸爸笑话”这一短语。故选A项。 29．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“A team from the US wanted to find out more about the effect humor can have when it is used by parents when raising their children.(美国的一个研究小组想进一步了解父母在养育孩子时使用幽默所产生的影响)”可知，研究人员计划弄清楚幽默在育儿技巧方面的作用。故选C项。 30．主旨大意题。根据第四段中的“More than 70% of the participants said they believed humor can be a useful tool in parenting. And 55% said that they had been raised by parents who used humor in their parenting. The study also found that people whose parents used humor were more likely to say they had a good relationship with their parents. Many participants even said they’d like to take a course to learn about how they could use humor in parenting. (超过70%的参与者表示，他们认为幽默可以成为育儿过程中的一个有用工具。55%的人说，他们的父母在养育自己时就使用过幽默。研究还发现，父母使用幽默的人更有可能表示自己与父母关系融洽。许多参与者甚至表示，他们愿意参加相关课程，学习如何在育儿中运用幽默。)”可知，第四段主要讲述了参与者对在育儿中使用幽默的看法。故选D项。 31．推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“The researchers said family life can be stressful, and humor can be a good way to reduce stress levels in the home. But that doesn’t just mean telling more dad jokes—humor could be used instead of anger to relieve a stressful situation, for example.(研究人员表示，家庭生活可能充满压力，而幽默是减轻家庭压力的好方法。但这不仅仅意味着讲更多的‘爸爸笑话’——例如，幽默可以用来代替愤怒来缓解紧张的局面)”可知，接下来的段落可能会谈论幽默是如何应对压力的。故选A项。 （本题10分）People at your age, like classmates, are peers. When they influence your decisions or actions, it’s called peer pressure — something all of us have faced and must deal with at some point in our life. The need to follow the crowd and do what the majority are doing forces us to take up activities which we wouldn’t otherwise engage in. Recent studies show peer pressure can bring an upside: it makes you reflect on your actions and improve. Observing others working hard to reach their goals will definitely encourage you to make a great effort to achieve something positive. For example, when a teen knows that his teammates are practicing hard to become better players, it will directly affect his own performance. He will put in twice the time and energy to raise the level of his game and ensure he has a place on the team. Positive peer groups also help you develop healthy habits that shape your personality and future. If friends read regularly or exercise daily, you may adopt these habits too, with peer pressure turning into motivation. However, just as everything has two sides, peer pressure also has negatives. It can lower self-confidence; some kids give in to fit in, avoid mockery (嘲笑), or satisfy curiosity, abandoning good judgment for “everyone’s doing it.” It may also distance you from loved ones, making teens feel misunderstood and drawn to bad company. Peer pressure affects many areas of life, from clothes to music. It can be hard to resist, forcing you into discomfort. Thus, recognizing and choosing positive peer influences for healthy, happy experiences is a lifelong task. 32．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “upside” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Risk B．Advantage C．Difficulty D．Change 33．(2.5分)Which of the following is a result of positive peer pressure? A．A student starts reading often because his friends do. B．A teen smokes to avoid being laughed at by peers. C．A child skips homework to play with classmates. D．A teenager keeps secrets from parents to fit in. 34．(2.5分)Why do some kids give in to negative peer pressure? A．To learn from others’ good habits B．To keep up with the crowd and avoid being mocked C．To double their effort in team training D．To develop a lifelong good habit 35．(2.5分)What is the author’s suggestion towards peer pressure? A．Ignore all peer influences in daily life B．Give in to peer pressure to fit in with the group C．Recognize and choose positive peer influences D．Stay away from all peers to avoid pressure 【答案】32．B 33．A 34．B 35．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了同伴压力的概念、其带来的积极和消极影响，以及作者对于应对同伴压力的建议。 【详解】32．词句猜测题。根据第二段中划线词后文“it makes you reflect on your actions and improve. Observing others working hard to reach their goals will definitely encourage you to make a great effort to achieve something positive. (它会让你反思自己的行为并加以改进。看到别人为了实现目标而努力奋斗，肯定会激励你付出巨大的努力去达成一些积极的事情)”以及“Positive peer groups also help you develop healthy habits that shape your personality and future. (积极的同伴群体也有助于你养成健康的习惯，塑造你的个性和未来)”可知，同伴压力能带来积极的结果，因此，划线词“upside”应为“优点，好处”之意，与“Advantage”意思相近。故选B项。 33．细节理解题。根据第二段中“If friends read regularly or exercise daily, you may adopt these habits too, with peer pressure turning into motivation. (如果朋友们经常阅读或每天锻炼，你也会养成这些习惯，同伴压力变成了动力)”可知，一个学生因为朋友经常阅读而开始经常阅读是积极同伴压力的结果。故选A项。 34．细节理解题。根据第三段中“It can lower self-confidence; some kids give in to fit in, avoid mockery (嘲笑), or satisfy curiosity, abandoning good judgment for “everyone’s doing it.” (它会降低自信心；有些孩子为了融入群体、避免嘲笑或满足好奇心而屈服，为了“大家都在做”而放弃良好的判断力)”可知，有些孩子屈服于消极的同伴压力是为了融入群体，避免被嘲笑。故选B项。 35．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Thus, recognizing and choosing positive peer influences for healthy, happy experiences is a lifelong task. (因此，为了健康、快乐的体验，识别和选择积极的同伴影响是一项终身任务)”可知，作者对于同伴压力的建议是识别并选择积极的同伴影响。故选C项。 （本题12.5分）Adapting to different cultures is an enriching journey that broadens our opinions and improves global understanding. Here are some steps to help you embrace (拥抱) cultural diversity. Admitting cultural differences 36(2.5分) . Admit that no culture is superior or inferior; they are simply different. It helps set the stage for a positive attitude to new experiences. Seeking cultural understanding You should understand the fundamental aspects of the culture you come across. 37(2.5分) . Engage in conversations with locals to gain insights into their daily lives and values. This approach will not only enrich your knowledge but also deepen your appreciation for the culture. Exploring local food Food is a window into a culture’s soul. Try the local cuisine to experience the diversity of flavors and cooking styles. 38(2.5分) , each bite can offer a connection to the culture’s heritage (遗产). Sharing your own culture Remember, cultural adaptation is reciprocal (相应的). While you’re learning about others, you also have the chance to share stories and aspects of your own culture. 39(2.5分) . In a word, adapting to different cultures is about embracing the diversity with an open heart and mind. 40(2.5分) . By doing so, you can enrich your life with new viewpoints and experiences. A．If you want to know some delicious food B．Whether it’s seafood or dessert C．It involves respect and a willingness to learn and share D．Acknowledge and accept that each culture has its own way of life E．Language is a powerful tool for cultural adaptation F．This exchange can improve understanding G．Learn about their history, traditions, and so on 【答案】36．D 37．G 38．B 39．F 40．C 【导语】本文主要介绍适应多元文化的积极意义，详细阐述承认差异、主动了解、体验美食、双向分享等适应不同文化的有效方法。 【详解】36．根据本段小标题“Admitting cultural differences (承认文化差异)”以及空后的“Admit that no culture is superior or inferior; they are simply different. It helps set the stage for a positive attitude to new experiences.(承认没有任何文化是优越或低劣的，它们只是不同而已。这有助于为对新体验的积极态度奠定基础。)”可知，本段围绕承认和接纳文化差异展开论述，空格处为本段首句，需要贴合小标题，引出下文“文化无优劣”的核心观点。D选项“Acknowledge and accept that each culture has its own way of life (承认并接受每种文化都有自己的生活方式)”紧扣本段主题，承接小标题的核心含义，与后文平等看待不同文化的内容高度呼应，为下文树立积极心态做铺垫，符合语境。 37．根据空前的“You should understand the fundamental aspects of the culture you come across.(你应当了解你所接触到的文化的基本方面。)”以及空后的“Engage in conversations with locals to gain insights into their daily lives and values. This approach will not only enrich your knowledge but also deepen your appreciation for the culture.(与当地人交流，深入了解他们的日常生活和价值观。这种方式不仅能丰富你的知识，还能加深你对该文化的了解。)”可知，前文总述要了解文化的基础内容，后文讲述与人交流的了解方式，空格处需要补充具体需要了解的文化内容，形成完整的学习体系。G选项“Learn about their history, traditions, and so on (了解它们的历史、传统等相关内容)”具体细化了文化基础内容，承接上文总起句，与后文交流学习的方法相辅相成，逻辑连贯，符合语境。 38．根据空前的“Try the local cuisine to experience the diversity of flavors and cooking styles.(尝试当地美食，体验多样的口味和烹饪方式。)”以及空后的“each bite can offer a connection to the culture’s heritage (遗产).(每一口食物都能让人与当地的文化遗产产生联结。)”可知，本段核心为通过美食感受文化，空格处需要衔接上下文，泛指各类当地美食，让语句衔接自然。B选项“Whether it’s seafood or dessert (无论是海鲜还是甜点)”列举典型的当地美食品类，涵盖多样的饮食类型，对应前文多样的饮食风格，印证所有美食都承载文化底蕴，符合语境。 39．根据空前的“Remember, cultural adaptation is reciprocal (相应的). While you’re learning about others, you also have the chance to share stories and aspects of your own culture.(要记住，文化适应是双向的。你在学习他人文化的同时，也有机会分享自己的文化故事与方面。)”可知，本段强调文化是双向交流、互相分享的过程，空格处需要总结这种双向交流的价值和意义。F选项“This exchange can improve understanding (这种交流能够增进彼此的理解)”中的This exchange精准指代前文学习他人文化、分享自身文化的双向行为，点明文化互鉴的核心作用，贴合本段主旨，符合语境。 40．根据空前的“In a word, adapting to different cultures is about embracing the diversity with an open heart and mind.(总之，适应不同文化，就是以开放的心态接纳文化多样性。)”以及空后的“By doing so, you can enrich your life with new viewpoints and experiences.(这样做，你可以用全新的观点和经历丰富自己的生活。)”可知，此处需要补充适应多元文化的核心内核与必备素养，衔接前后文。C选项“It involves respect and a willingness to learn and share (它包含尊重的态度以及学习和分享的意愿)”中的It指代适应多元文化这件事，完善总结全文核心，升华文章主旨，衔接后文带来的积极影响，符合语境。 三、完形填空 （本题15分）Learning a new language is a challenging yet rewarding journey. It is not just about memorizing words and grammar rules, but also about 41 a new way of thinking and seeing the world. For high school students, mastering a foreign language can open doors to better academic 42 and broader cultural horizons. Many students feel 43 at the beginning. They may struggle with pronunciation, get 44 in grammar exercises, or feel discouraged by slow progress. They might even 45 whether it is worth the effort. Actually, practicing 15 to 20 minutes daily works far better than cramming for hours on weekends. One useful 46 is to bury yourself in the language fully. This can mean watching TV shows without subtitles, listening to podcasts, or even 47 with native speakers online. Such exposure helps train your ear and develop a natural 48 of the language. It also makes learning enjoyable, as you 49 casual expressions untaught in textbooks. Another key factor is building confidence. Don’t fear mistakes — they are a(n) 50 part of learning. When speaking, express ideas clearly without worrying too much about 51 . Native speakers appreciate your effort, even if the grammar is not 52 . Mistakes help you remember better by highlighting areas needing 53 . Technology can be a great 54 . Apps like Duolingo make learning fun, while online dictionaries let you look up words instantly. Still, don’t 55 too much on technology. The best way to learn lies in active practice and real communication. Learning a language is a marathon, not a sprint. With patience and proper methods, anyone can achieve their goals. 41．(1分)A．requiring B．developing C．reminding D．forgetting 42．(1分)A．performance B．exchange C．standards D．requirements 43．(1分)A．excited B．confused C．impressed D．inspired 44．(1分)A．stuck B．changed C．cheated D．addicted 45．(1分)A．check B．prove C．doubt D．argue 46．(1分)A．result B．design C．method D．reason 47．(1分)A．arguing B．chatting C．competing D．dealing 48．(1分)A．sense B．habit C．form D．copy 49．(1分)A．show up B．pick up C．make up D．take up 50．(1分)A．avoidable B．formal C．interesting D．major 51．(1分)A．advance B．disaster C．perfection D．variety 52．(1分)A．correct B．formal C．important D．practical 53．(1分)A．discussion B．improvement C．celebration D．introduction 54．(1分)A．invention B．discovery C．tool D．source 55．(1分)A．rely B．call C．hold D．take 【答案】 41．B 42．A 43．B 44．A 45．C 46．C 47．B 48．A 49．B 50．D 51．C 52．A 53．B 54．C 55．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述学习新语言虽难但有益，它能培养新思维、提升学业。初学者易受挫，文章给出沉浸学习、不怕犯错、善用科技等方法，强调耐心与积极练习方能成功。 【详解】41．考查动词词义辨析。句意：学习一门新语言不仅是记忆单词和语法，更是培养一种新的思维和看待世界的方式。A. requiring要求；B. developing培养；C. reminding提醒；D. forgetting忘记。根据后文“a new way of thinking”以及语境可知，这里指学习语言是培养新思维方式。故选B项。 42．考查名词词义辨析。句意：掌握一门外语能为学生带来更好的学业表现和更广阔的文化视野。A. performance表现；B. exchange交流；C. standards标准；D. requirements要求。根据前文“better academic”以及语境可知，此处指学业表现更好。故选A项。 43．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：许多学生一开始会感到困惑。A. excited兴奋的；B. confused困惑的；C. impressed印象深刻的；D. inspired受鼓舞的。根据后文“struggle with pronunciation, discouraged by slow progress”可知，初学者在学语言时会感到困惑。故选B项。 44．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们可能会在发音上遇到困难，被语法练习所困，或者因进步缓慢而感到气馁。A. stuck卡住；B. changed改变；C. cheated欺骗；D. addicted上瘾。根据前文“struggle”以及语境可知，学生在语法题中遇到困难，get stuck in是固定搭配，意为“陷入……”。故选A项。 45．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们甚至会怀疑这是否值得付出努力。A. check检查；B. prove证明；C. doubt怀疑；D. argue争论。根据前文“feel discouraged”可知，这里指进度慢会让人怀疑努力是否值得。故选C项。 46．考查名词词义辨析。句意：一个有用的方法是让自己完全沉浸在语言中。A. result结果；B. design设计；C. method方法；D. reason原因。根据后文“watching TV shows, listening to podcasts”可知，这些都是学习方法。故选C项。 47．考查动词词义辨析。句意：这意味着看无字幕节目、听播客，甚至和母语者在线聊天。A. arguing争论；B. chatting聊天；C. competing竞争；D. dealing处理。根据前文“bury yourself in the language”和后文“native speakers online”可知，这里指在线交流。故选B项。 48．考查名词词义辨析。句意：这种接触能训练耳朵，培养对语言的自然语感。A. sense感觉；B. habit习惯；C. form形式；D. copy副本。根据前文“Such exposure helps train your ear”以及语境可知，这里指这样可以培养对语言的自然语感，a natural sense of the language，是固定表达，意为“自然语感”。故选A项。 49．考查动词短语辨析。句意：你会学会课本里没教的日常表达。A. show up出现；B. pick up学会，习得；C. make up编造；D. take up占据。根据后文“casual expressions untaught in textbooks”以及语境可知，这里指在使用中自然学会表达。故选B项。 50．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：不要害怕错误，它们是学习的主要部分。A. avoidable可避免的；B. formal正式的；C. interesting有趣的；D. major主要的。根据前文“Don’t fear mistakes”以及语境可知，这里指错误是学习的重要部分。故选D项。 51．考查名词词义辨析。句意：说话时清晰表达，不必过于追求完美。A. advance进步；B. disaster灾难；C. perfection完美；D. variety多样。根据前文“express ideas clearly ”以及语境可知，这里指不必担心不完美，只要表达清晰就行了。故选C项。 52．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：即使语法不完全正确，母语者也会欣赏你的努力。A. correct正确的；B. formal正式的；C. important重要的；D. practical实用的。根据前文“Native speakers appreciate your effort”可知，此处指即使语法不正确也会赢得尊重。故选A项。 53．考查名词词义辨析。句意：错误能指出需要改进的地方，帮你更好地记忆。A. discussion讨论；B. improvement改进；C. celebration庆祝；D. introduction介绍。根据前文“areas needing”以及语境可知，这里指错误能帮你指出需要改进之处。故选B项。 54．考查名词词义辨析。句意：科技可以是很好的工具。A. invention发明；B. discovery发现；C. tool工具；D. source来源。根据后文“Apps like Duolingo, online dictionaries”可知，这些是学习工具。故选C项。 55．考查动词词义辨析。句意：但不要过度依赖科技。A. rely依靠；B. call呼叫；C. hold握住；D. take拿。根据后文“The best way is active practice”可知，这里指不能过度依赖科技，rely on是固定搭配，意为“依赖”。故选A项。 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 。 “Look on the bright side” is one of those 56(1.5分) (suggest) that people always consider inspiring but less helpful. However, new research shows that finding something 57(1.5分) interest in a terrible situation makes people quickly stop complaining. Besides, looking at a challenge with humor is a good method, 58(1.5分) may even be helpful in preventing depressed people 59(1.5分) feeling sad. In a study 60(1.5分) (publish) earlier this year, researchers gave the participants some photos that show negative situations. Then they would describe these photos according to 61(1.5分) request of researchers. Those using humorous words to describe the photos 62(1.5分) (find) to have fewer negative emotions and more possibilities to go through a hard time in their life than those who described the photos 63(1.5分) (direct). The conclusion from the study is that for those at higher risk of depression, humor can develop an ability 64(1.5分) (control) negative emotions. What’s more, humor has an extra benefit of 65(1.5分) (make) others around you smile. Therefore, when you feel stressed, find something that can make you laugh first. 【答案】 56．suggestions 57．of 58．which 59．from 60．published 61．the 62．were found 63．directly 64．to control 65．making 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章描述了研究发现幽默和积极态度能减少负面情绪，帮助人们更好地应对困境，尤其对抑郁高风险人群有益。 【详解】56．考查名词。句意：“往好的方面想”是人们总认为鼓舞人心但实际帮助不大的一种建议。根据one of those可知，空处应用名词复数，作宾语；suggestion表示“建议”，为可数名词。故填suggestions。 57．考查介词。句意：然而，新研究表明，在糟糕的境遇中找到有趣的事物能让人迅速停止抱怨。of interest相当于interesting，修饰something，作后置定语，表示“有趣的事物”。故填of。 58．考查定语从句。句意：此外，以幽默的眼光看待挑战是个好方法，这甚至可能有助于防止抑郁的人感到悲伤。空处引导非限制性定语从句，指代整个主句，在从句中作主语，故应用关系代词which，故填which。 59．考查介词。句意：此外，以幽默的眼光看待挑战是个好方法，这甚至可能有助于防止抑郁的人感到悲伤。动词短语prevent sb from doing sth表示“阻止或防止某人做某事”，符合句意。故填from。 60．考查过去分词。句意：在今年早些时候发表的一项研究中，研究人员向参与者展示了一些描绘负面情景的照片。publish为动词，表示“出版、发表”，由谓语动词gave可知，空处应用其非谓语动词形式，作后置定语修饰名词study，并与其之间为被动关系，表示“被发表的研究”，故应用过去分词。故填published。 61．考查冠词。句意：随后，他们会根据研究者的要求来描述这些照片。空处应用冠词，修饰名词request，特指研究者们的要求，应用定冠词the。故填the。 62．考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：那些用幽默言辞描述照片的人，比起直接描述者，被发现负面情绪更少，且更有可能度过人生的艰难时期。动词find表示“发现”，作谓语，与主语Those之间为被动关系，表示“那些人被发现……”，且为复数形式；根据上文earlier this year和句中described可知，第二段描述的是今年早些时候发表的一项研究，是过去发生的事情，故该句应用一般过去时，表示过去发生的动作。故填were found。 63．考查副词。句意：那些用幽默言辞描述照片的人，比起直接描述者，被发现负面情绪更少，且更有可能度过人生艰难时期。空处应用副词，修饰动词described，作状语；directly为副词，表示“直接地”，符合句意。故填directly。 64．考查动词不定式。句意：研究表明，对于抑郁风险较高的人群，幽默能培养其控制负面情绪的能力。control为动词，表示“控制”，由谓语can develop可知，空处应用其非谓语动词形式；固定短语an ability to do表示“做某事的能力”，to do作后置定语修饰ability，符合句意。故填to control。 65．考查动名词。句意：此外，幽默还有一个额外的好处，就是能让周围的人展露笑容。动词make表示“使变得、使处于”，用在介词of后应用动名词形式，作宾语。故填making。 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假定你是李华，你校英语俱乐部将举办一场题为“A Humorous Moment in My Life”的英语演讲活动。请你写一份发言稿，内容包括： 1. 讲述一个你生活中的幽默片段； 2. 分享你当时的感受。 注意：1. 写作词数应为80个左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear everyone, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Dear everyone, Last month, I tried to cook noodles for my family. I put too much salt by mistake, making the noodles inedible. My dad joked that it could be a ‌“salted treasure” and suggested we order takeout. I felt embarrassed at first, but soon laughed with them. This moment taught me to take mistakes lightly and enjoy small happy times with family. It also made me realize that family is always there to support and encourage me, no matter what mistakes I make. 【导语】本篇书面表达属于发言稿。要求考生写一份题为“A Humorous Moment in My Life”的发言稿，讲述生活中的幽默片段并分享感受。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 错误地：by mistake → mistakenly 建议：suggest → propose/advise 尴尬的：embarrassed → awkward 意识到：realize → be aware of 2. 句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：This moment taught me to take mistakes lightly and enjoy small happy times with family. 拓展句：This moment, which was filled with laughter and warmth, taught me to take mistakes lightly and enjoy small happy times with family. 【点睛】 [高分句型1] I put too much salt by mistake, making the noodles inedible. (运用了现在分词作结果状语) [高分句型2] My dad joked that it could be a ‌“salted treasure” and suggested we order takeout.(运用了连词that引导的宾语从句) 六、书面表达 67．（本题25分）阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Chad was a friend I met at summer camp. And we love telling corny (老套的) food jokes. “You know what kind of fish you put on a sandwich?” Chad said. “A jellyfish (水母，jelly也有果酱的意思)!” “That was bad,” I laughed. “You know why the bread dough (面团) was sad? It just wanted to be kneaded (揉，音同needed)” “Wow, that was even worse.” Chad laughed back. Joking and laughing with Chad was turning out to be one of my favorite parts of camp. But a couple of days later, his joking around got confusing. “Hey,” he said, “did you forget your eyeglasses today?” I shook my head. “I don’t wear glasses.” “I just figured you couldn’t see very well,” he said. “The friendship bracelet (手链) you’re making looks so ugly, you should call it an enemy bracelet. Get it?” “Oh, ha! Yeah,” I said in a confused, not-exactly-laughing kind of way. But before I had a chance to stop and think about how those words actually made me feel, it was time to move on to the next activity. That night, when it was lights-out time, I lay awake, feeling not good. Half of my brain was thinking, “Chad was just joking around; don’t take it so hard.” But the other half of my brain was thinking, “Those bracelet comments felt more mean than fun. I knew that truly funny things shouldn’t make my stomach hurt.” The next day, Chad made another one of his “jokes” on the field. “Amy must think we’re playing golf instead of basketball,” he paused and smiled. Seeing my confusion, Chad said that each time Amy got the ball, it would just roll on the ground.” “Chad” I said. “I don’t think it’s funny.” “Why? What happened to your sense of humor?” he asked. I took a deep breath and decided to tell him my true feeling. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After a moment of heavy silence, Chad’s response came. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Paragraph 1: I took a deep breath and decided to tell him my true feeling. “Hey, Chad, I guess, we might have different ideas of what’s funny,” I began, my voice steady despite the butterflies in my stomach. I continued to explain that I did love our food jokes, but I didn’t think that ‘enemy bracelet’ comment was funny. I also mentioned the incident with Amy, emphasizing that it felt like he was making fun of her, not the situation. “Basically, I think laughing with people is way more fun than laughing at them.” Paragraph 2: After a moment of heavy silence, Chad’s response came. “You’re right. I didn’t realize my jokes could be hurtful. I’m sorry,” he admitted, his eyes reflecting a newfound understanding. A wave of relief washed over me as I responded, “I appreciate your apology, Chad. Let’s go back to the jokes that make everyone laugh, alright?” His smile slowly returned, genuine and beautiful. From that day on, our friendship was once again filled with laughter and the rest of the summer camp was a mix of activities and joy, just the way it was meant to be. 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了查德是作者在夏令营认识的朋友，但是对方开的玩笑让作者感到不舒服，于是向查德坦白自己的感受，查德也认识到了自己的错误，向作者道了歉。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“我深吸了一口气，决定告诉他我的真实感受”可知，第一段可描写作者坦白自己的感受。 ②由第二段首句内容“一阵沉痛的沉默之后，查德的回答来了”可知，第二段可描写查德意识到自己不该嘲笑别人，向作者道歉。 2. 续写线索：坦白感受——解释——查德沉默——查德回答——查德道歉——朋友和好——作者感悟 3. 词汇激活 行为类 ①开始：begin/start ②继续：continue to/go on ③强调：emphasize/stress 情绪类 ①喜爱：love/be fond of ②欢乐：joy/happiness 【点睛】【高分句型1】I continued to explain that I did love our food jokes, but I didn’t think that ‘enemy bracelet’ comment was funny. (运用了that引导宾语从句) 【高分句型2】Let’s go back to the jokes that make everyone laugh, alright? (运用了that引导定语从句) 2 / 2 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Humour（适中版02） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）What does the man say about Jack? A．He’s serious. B．He’s responsible. C．He’s humorous. 2．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．How to balance life and work. B．How to manage time. C．How to reduce stress. 3．（本题1.5分）What does the man offer to do for the woman? A．Take her to hospital. B．See her husband. C．Finish her work. 4．（本题1.5分） Who’s the woman most probably? A．The man’s teacher. B．The man’s classmate. C．The man’s neighbour. 5．（本题1.5分）What do the speakers think about Jason? A．He is humorous. B．He is strong. C．He is shy. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)What does the woman remind Jackson to do? A．Train harder. B．Show respect. C．Be confident. 7．(1.5分)Who is the woman? A．Jackson’s mother. B．Jackson’s coach. C．Jackson’s teammate. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1分)What does the woman say about humor? A．It reduces pressure. B．It adds joy to life. C．It improves teamwork. 9．(1分)How does the man get enjoyment? A．By enjoying comedies. B．By listening to jokes. C．By reading funny stories. 10．(1分)When will the speakers meet on Saturday evening? A．At 7:00. B．At 7:15. C．At 7:30. （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 probable relationship between the speakers? A．Teacher and student. B．Artist and art lover. C．Gallery owner and client. 12．(1.5分)Where did the woman first meet Dora? A．In Oxford. B．In Paris. C．In Glasgow. 13．(1.5分)What do we know about the Glasgow School of Art? A．The woman redesigned it. B．It won a design award. C．One of its buildings was damaged by fire. （本题6分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)What do we know about the speakers? A．They are colleagues. B．They are business partners. C．They are former classmates. 15．(1.5分)Where does the conversation probably take place? A．On a train. B．On a plane. C．In an office. 16．(1.5分)What is the woman going to do in Paris? A．Visit an exhibition. B．Deal with business. C．Conduct an interview. 17．(1.5分)What is challenging about the woman’s job? A．Getting up early. B．Meeting tons of people. C．Balancing work and life. （本题6分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(2分)What makes small talk challenging? A．No time for preparation. B．Too many facts to check. C．Heavy reliance on bonding. 19．(2分)What are small talk participants expected to do according to Rachel? A．To give quick responses. B．To show interest in the talk. C．To speak in a fascinating way. 20．(2分)What will the speaker talk about next? A．Importance of small talk skills. B．Consequences of quick reaction. C．Tips on pacing yourself in small talk. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Building and maintaining healthy relationships is a key part of a happy and successful life. Whether at school, in the workplace, or in the community, good interpersonal skills help us connect with others. Here are some practical tips to enhance your social abilities. Start with a Simple Gesture Many people feel shy about starting a conversation. You don’t need to say something perfect. A friendly smile, a warm greeting, or a simple compliment (赞美) can open the door. Being the first to say “hello” shows confidence and makes others feel comfortable. Find Common Ground Shared interests are the foundation of strong connections. When you talk to someone, try to discover what you both enjoy — be it sports, music, books, or movies. Discussing common topics makes conversations flow more naturally and helps build a bond. Listen Actively Good communication is more about listening than talking. Show genuine interest in what others say. Maintain eye contact, nod, and ask follow-up questions. This makes people feel valued and understood, which deepens your relationship. Handle Conflicts Wisely Disagreements are normal. When they happen, stay calm and respectful. Express your feelings honestly without blaming the other person. Try to see the situation from their perspective and work together to find a solution. A wise resolution can sometimes make a relationship even stronger. By practicing these skills, you can build a wide and supportive social network. Remember, positive relationships require effort, but the rewards are truly valuable. 21．(2.5分)What is the advice for starting a conversation? A．Prepare a well-organized speech. B．Use a simple and friendly gesture. C．Wait patiently for others to talk first. D．Start with fun and meaningful topics. 22．(2.5分)Why is finding common ground helpful? A．It helps to build a relationship. B．It makes you win an argument. C．It shows you are knowledgeable. D．It allows you to talk more. 23．(2.5分)How should we deal with conflicts? A．Try to avoid them in a wise way. B．Stay calm and talk it out respectfully. C．Express your anger clearly and directly. D．Ask a third person to decide properly. （本题10分）“Do you remember why we proceeded with this study, Anirban?” my PhD supervisor asked. “What was the goal of these experiments?” I had painstakingly conducted 4 months of work, melting soil, extracting microbial genomic DNA, quantifying hydrocarbons, and washing endless piles of glassware. But faced with these seemingly straightforward questions, I was speechless. Amid the routine work and technical details, I had lost sight of how my work fitted in with the research hypothesis and the overall system we were investigating. This wasn’t the first time I had lost track of my research goals. In earlier endeavors, including my master’s degree and research internships, I had focused on running as many experiments, performing as many meta-analyses, and generating as many results as I could. I welcomed details and grew accustomed to getting lost in them. When I felt lost, I instead assumed my problem was lack of technical expertise. But my PhD supervisor’s comment helped me realize my detail-loving approach alone would no longer cut it. I realized that one solution might be as simple as slowing down a bit. I started taking periodic breaks from running experiments to reflect on the “so what” of the studies I was conducting. I also learned tremendously from two postdocs, who helped me balance top-down and bottom-up thinking by connecting experiment planning and data analysis with overall study objective. They helped me develop the habit of always asking ahead of time how a specific experiment or analysis would help answer the hypothesis. This led to more structured, focused thinking about subsequent steps. With time, I began to complement my love of details with an ability to evaluate the how and why of research tasks and the relevance of my work beyond the experiments, data, and analyses. I was still getting lost in the details, but I was now able to understand why. I have realized that big-picture thinking is one of the many adaptable, universal skills one can get from a PhD．And I’m happy my mentors (导师) and managers pushed me to develop it. 24．(2.5分)What used to be the author’s primary issue during the research? A．Lack of technical expertise. B．Losing sight of the research goals. C．Difficulty in extracting genomic DNA． D．Failing to answer the supervisor’s questions. 25．(2.5分)What’s the function of paragraph 2? A．To provide more examples. B．To state the author’s good work habits. C．To offer a solution to the author’s issue. D．To show the author’s educational background. 26．(2.5分)What strategy did the author use to approach his problem? A．Focusing on details more carefully. B．Increasing the number of experiments. C．Speeding up the experimental process. D．Taking breaks to engage in self-reflection. 27．(2.5分)What does the author want to tell us from his own experiences? A．Mentors are essential for providing technical expertise. B．Top-down thinking is better for research than bottom-up thinking. C．Big-picture thinking helps you stay focused on the overall objective. D．Self-reflection is important when you encounter setbacks in research. （本题10分）Why did the cow go to Hollywood? Because it wanted to be in the moo-vies! Get it? Because “moo” is the sound a cow makes! This is an example of a dad joke. Anyone can make a dad joke — you don’t have to be a parent. Most of the time it’s just a joke that uses a very obvious and predictable pun (双关语). Dad jokes are usually thought to be pretty harmless, and maybe even cause feelings of love. And researchers have found that humor may actually be an important tool for parents. A team from the US wanted to find out more about the effect humor can have when it is used by parents when raising their children. More than 300 people aged between 18 and 45 took part in a survey. They were asked to say whether they agreed or disagreed with a number of statements about humor in parenting. These included their memories of whether humor was used by their own parents, and if they might use it with their own children. More than 70% of the participants said they believed humor can be a useful tool in parenting. And 55% said that they had been raised by parents who used humor in their parenting. The study also found that people whose parents used humor were more likely to say they had a good relationship with their parents. Many participants even said they’d like to take a course to learn about how they could use humor in parenting. So why does it work? The researchers said family life can be stressful, and humor can be a good way to reduce stress levels in the home. But that doesn’t just mean telling more dad jokes—humor could be used instead of anger to relieve a stressful situation, for example. 28．(2.5分)How did the author introduce the phrase “dad joke”? A．By giving an example. B．By making a definition. C．By explaining where to use it. D．By showing its hidden meaning. 29．(2.5分)In which aspect do researchers plan to figure out the function of humor? A．Family harmony. B．Social gatherings. C．Parenting skills. D．Parenting stress. 30．(2.5分)What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A．The benefits of using humor in education. B．Different types of humor used by parents. C．The disadvantages of humor in family relationships. D．Participants’ views on the use of humor in parenting. 31．(2.5分)What might be talked about in the following paragraph? A．How humor deals with pressure. B．What effect humor has on home. C．Which humor should be stressed. D．Why humor makes people happy. （本题10分）People at your age, like classmates, are peers. When they influence your decisions or actions, it’s called peer pressure — something all of us have faced and must deal with at some point in our life. The need to follow the crowd and do what the majority are doing forces us to take up activities which we wouldn’t otherwise engage in. Recent studies show peer pressure can bring an upside: it makes you reflect on your actions and improve. Observing others working hard to reach their goals will definitely encourage you to make a great effort to achieve something positive. For example, when a teen knows that his teammates are practicing hard to become better players, it will directly affect his own performance. He will put in twice the time and energy to raise the level of his game and ensure he has a place on the team. Positive peer groups also help you develop healthy habits that shape your personality and future. If friends read regularly or exercise daily, you may adopt these habits too, with peer pressure turning into motivation. However, just as everything has two sides, peer pressure also has negatives. It can lower self-confidence; some kids give in to fit in, avoid mockery (嘲笑), or satisfy curiosity, abandoning good judgment for “everyone’s doing it.” It may also distance you from loved ones, making teens feel misunderstood and drawn to bad company. Peer pressure affects many areas of life, from clothes to music. It can be hard to resist, forcing you into discomfort. Thus, recognizing and choosing positive peer influences for healthy, happy experiences is a lifelong task. 32．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “upside” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Risk B．Advantage C．Difficulty D．Change 33．(2.5分)Which of the following is a result of positive peer pressure? A．A student starts reading often because his friends do. B．A teen smokes to avoid being laughed at by peers. C．A child skips homework to play with classmates. D．A teenager keeps secrets from parents to fit in. 34．(2.5分)Why do some kids give in to negative peer pressure? A．To learn from others’ good habits B．To keep up with the crowd and avoid being mocked C．To double their effort in team training D．To develop a lifelong good habit 35．(2.5分)What is the author’s suggestion towards peer pressure? A．Ignore all peer influences in daily life B．Give in to peer pressure to fit in with the group C．Recognize and choose positive peer influences D．Stay away from all peers to avoid pressure （本题12.5分）Adapting to different cultures is an enriching journey that broadens our opinions and improves global understanding. Here are some steps to help you embrace (拥抱) cultural diversity. Admitting cultural differences 36(2.5分) . Admit that no culture is superior or inferior; they are simply different. It helps set the stage for a positive attitude to new experiences. Seeking cultural understanding You should understand the fundamental aspects of the culture you come across. 37(2.5分) . Engage in conversations with locals to gain insights into their daily lives and values. This approach will not only enrich your knowledge but also deepen your appreciation for the culture. Exploring local food Food is a window into a culture’s soul. Try the local cuisine to experience the diversity of flavors and cooking styles. 38(2.5分) , each bite can offer a connection to the culture’s heritage (遗产). Sharing your own culture Remember, cultural adaptation is reciprocal (相应的). While you’re learning about others, you also have the chance to share stories and aspects of your own culture. 39(2.5分) . In a word, adapting to different cultures is about embracing the diversity with an open heart and mind. 40(2.5分) . By doing so, you can enrich your life with new viewpoints and experiences. A．If you want to know some delicious food B．Whether it’s seafood or dessert C．It involves respect and a willingness to learn and share D．Acknowledge and accept that each culture has its own way of life E．Language is a powerful tool for cultural adaptation F．This exchange can improve understanding G．Learn about their history, traditions, and so on 三、完形填空 （本题15分）Learning a new language is a challenging yet rewarding journey. It is not just about memorizing words and grammar rules, but also about 41 a new way of thinking and seeing the world. For high school students, mastering a foreign language can open doors to better academic 42 and broader cultural horizons. Many students feel 43 at the beginning. They may struggle with pronunciation, get 44 in grammar exercises, or feel discouraged by slow progress. They might even 45 whether it is worth the effort. Actually, practicing 15 to 20 minutes daily works far better than cramming for hours on weekends. One useful 46 is to bury yourself in the language fully. This can mean watching TV shows without subtitles, listening to podcasts, or even 47 with native speakers online. Such exposure helps train your ear and develop a natural 48 of the language. It also makes learning enjoyable, as you 49 casual expressions untaught in textbooks. Another key factor is building confidence. Don’t fear mistakes — they are a(n) 50 part of learning. When speaking, express ideas clearly without worrying too much about 51 . Native speakers appreciate your effort, even if the grammar is not 52 . Mistakes help you remember better by highlighting areas needing 53 . Technology can be a great 54 . Apps like Duolingo make learning fun, while online dictionaries let you look up words instantly. Still, don’t 55 too much on technology. The best way to learn lies in active practice and real communication. Learning a language is a marathon, not a sprint. With patience and proper methods, anyone can achieve their goals. 41．(1分)A．requiring B．developing C．reminding D．forgetting 42．(1分)A．performance B．exchange C．standards D．requirements 43．(1分)A．excited B．confused C．impressed D．inspired 44．(1分)A．stuck B．changed C．cheated D．addicted 45．(1分)A．check B．prove C．doubt D．argue 46．(1分)A．result B．design C．method D．reason 47．(1分)A．arguing B．chatting C．competing D．dealing 48．(1分)A．sense B．habit C．form D．copy 49．(1分)A．show up B．pick up C．make up D．take up 50．(1分)A．avoidable B．formal C．interesting D．major 51．(1分)A．advance B．disaster C．perfection D．variety 52．(1分)A．correct B．formal C．important D．practical 53．(1分)A．discussion B．improvement C．celebration D．introduction 54．(1分)A．invention B．discovery C．tool D．source 55．(1分)A．rely B．call C．hold D．take 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 。 “Look on the bright side” is one of those 56(1.5分) (suggest) that people always consider inspiring but less helpful. However, new research shows that finding something 57(1.5分) interest in a terrible situation makes people quickly stop complaining. Besides, looking at a challenge with humor is a good method, 58(1.5分) may even be helpful in preventing depressed people 59(1.5分) feeling sad. In a study 60(1.5分) (publish) earlier this year, researchers gave the participants some photos that show negative situations. Then they would describe these photos according to 61(1.5分) request of researchers. Those using humorous words to describe the photos 62(1.5分) (find) to have fewer negative emotions and more possibilities to go through a hard time in their life than those who described the photos 63(1.5分) (direct). The conclusion from the study is that for those at higher risk of depression, humor can develop an ability 64(1.5分) (control) negative emotions. What’s more, humor has an extra benefit of 65(1.5分) (make) others around you smile. Therefore, when you feel stressed, find something that can make you laugh first. 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假定你是李华，你校英语俱乐部将举办一场题为“A Humorous Moment in My Life”的英语演讲活动。请你写一份发言稿，内容包括： 1. 讲述一个你生活中的幽默片段； 2. 分享你当时的感受。 注意：1. 写作词数应为80个左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear everyone, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 六、书面表达 67．（本题25分）阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Chad was a friend I met at summer camp. And we love telling corny (老套的) food jokes. “You know what kind of fish you put on a sandwich?” Chad said. “A jellyfish (水母，jelly也有果酱的意思)!” “That was bad,” I laughed. “You know why the bread dough (面团) was sad? It just wanted to be kneaded (揉，音同needed)” “Wow, that was even worse.” Chad laughed back. Joking and laughing with Chad was turning out to be one of my favorite parts of camp. But a couple of days later, his joking around got confusing. “Hey,” he said, “did you forget your eyeglasses today?” I shook my head. “I don’t wear glasses.” “I just figured you couldn’t see very well,” he said. “The friendship bracelet (手链) you’re making looks so ugly, you should call it an enemy bracelet. Get it?” “Oh, ha! Yeah,” I said in a confused, not-exactly-laughing kind of way. But before I had a chance to stop and think about how those words actually made me feel, it was time to move on to the next activity. That night, when it was lights-out time, I lay awake, feeling not good. Half of my brain was thinking, “Chad was just joking around; don’t take it so hard.” But the other half of my brain was thinking, “Those bracelet comments felt more mean than fun. I knew that truly funny things shouldn’t make my stomach hurt.” The next day, Chad made another one of his “jokes” on the field. “Amy must think we’re playing golf instead of basketball,” he paused and smiled. Seeing my confusion, Chad said that each time Amy got the ball, it would just roll on the ground.” “Chad” I said. “I don’t think it’s funny.” “Why? What happened to your sense of humor?” he asked. I took a deep breath and decided to tell him my true feeling. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After a moment of heavy silence, Chad’s response came. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2 / 2 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $听力考试正式开始。Jack is a responsible person, but in my eyes, he's too serious. I dare not even talk to him. Over time, you'll find that he likes to say funny things to make people laugh. Listen to the next question. You have a lot of work to do everyday. How do you manage to finish all your tasks? I make sure to plan my day the night before and stick to my schedule. That way I can stay organized and get everything done on time. Listen to the next question. How is your husband? Did the doctor give him some medicine? Yes, but IT isn't working. He's still win a lot of pain and can't get out of bed. Listen, I can finish your work for you. IT sounds like he needs looking after. How is your husband? Did the doctor give him some medicine? Yes. but IT isn't working. He's still in a lot of pain and can't get out of bed. Listen, I can finish your work for you. IT sounds like he needs looking after. Listen to the next question. If I were your teacher, I would give in a your speech. Thank you for your help. Miss Daisy, my mom said we were so lucky to live next to you. Listen to the next question. Should we ask Jason to come walking with us at the weekend? Why not? I don't think he is really the sporty type, but he is a great company. He always makes me love. Yeah, things are never boring with chasing around. Listen to the next question. Jackson, I know you're proud of your team's Victory, but you must learn to respect your opponents, so please shake cans with the members of the other team. Your coach, teammates and other players will admire you for this kind behavior. OK, did you feel embarrassed about my attitude? You are father, and I understand how badly you want to score goals and win the championship, but learning to respect everyone's efforts put in to the team makes you a Better athlete. Trust me, dear. You're right. Jackson. I know you're . proud of your team's Victory, but you must learn to respect your opponents, so please shake cans with the members of the other team. Your coach, team mates and other players will admire you for this kind behavior. Okay, did you feel embarrassed about my attitude? You are father, and I understand how badly you want to score goals and win the championship, but learning to respect everyone's efforts put into the team makes you a Better athlete. Trust me, dear. You're right. Listen to the next question. I think we need some humor in our lives. Do you think so. brian? yeah. Humor can add joy to life and help relieve stress and anxiety. Well, in my opinion, humor can make relationship stronger and improve teamwork. So what do you usually do to have fun? I often watch comedy movies. What about you? As for me, I prefer reading funny stories and listening to cross talks or jokes. Wow, you have a lot of entertaining activities. Speaking of cross talks, there will be a show by the dune community at seven thirty this saturday evening in the theater. I have two tickets. Would you like to come? certainly. When will we meet? How about seven? fifteen? I suppose there . will be many people. Then I tend to arrive there a little earlier, maybe . seven OK. I think we need some humor in our lives. Do you think so? brian? yeah. Humor can add you to life and help ve stress and anxiety. In my opinion, humor can make relationship stronger and improve teamwork. So what do you usually do to have fun? I often watch comedy movies. What about you? As for me, I prefer reading funny stories and listening to cross talks or jokes. Wow, you have a lot of entertaining activities. Speaking of cross talks, there will be a show by the dune community at seven thirty this saturday evening in the theater. I have two tickets. Would you like to come? certainly. When will we meet? How about seven? fifteen? I suppose there . will be many people. Then I tend to arrive there a little earlier, maybe seven. okay. Listen to the next question. Are you the artist of that piece over there? Yes, IT is my latest work. I just wanted to say that it's spoke to me, is IT for sale? Yes, all the artworks in the gallery are for sale. So do you regularly show works here in this gallery? Yes, dora is the gallery owner. SHE and I went to university together. What university was that? Well, I met dora when I studied at oxford. However, after that, I received a second degree at the glass go school of art. IT was ashamed that the glass go school of heart caught fire. Yes, IT has happened twice now. So much work was lost and the building itself is completely destroyed. Are you the artist of that piece over there? Yes, IT is my latest work. I just wanted to say that it's spoke to me. Is IT for sale? Yes, all the art works in the gallery are for sale. So do you regularly show works here in this gallery? Yes, dora is the gallery owner. SHE. And I went to university together. What university was that? Well, I met dora when I studied at oxford. However, after that, I received a second degree at the glass go school of art. IT was ashamed that the glass go school of heart caught fire. Yes, IT has happened twice now. So much work was lost, and the building itself is completely destroyed. Listen to the next question. Hi Jenny, fancy meeting you here. Hi George, haven't seen you for ages. It's been five years since our graduation. Yes. but if I hadn't followed my wife's suggestion, I would have taken a train and thus I wouldn't have a chance of . running into here. I'm a lucky dog who drove you to the airport. My sister jane, my wife Susan, went on a business trip yesterday. What are you going to do in france? I heard there will be a painting exhibition in paris this weekend. I like mona. His water lilies is particularly famous. J chose latest song greatest works of art also mentioned this artist. how is your work going IT busy. I found a new job as a news reporter, and it's really hard for me to baLance my work and life. I get up very early and spend one hour studying every day. The fun part is that I can meet various people and learn tons of their stories. Since our flight takes three hours, we could have a long talk. Hi Jenny, fancy meeting you here. Hi George, haven't seen you for ages. It's been five years since our graduation, yes. but if I hadn't followed my wife's suggestion, I would have taken a train, and thus I wouldn't have a chance . of running into here. I'm a lucky dog who drove you to the airport. My sister jane, my wife Susan, went on a business trip yesterday. What are you going to do in france? I heard there will be a painting exhibition in paris this weekend. I like mona. His water lilies is particularly famous. J chose latest song, greatest works of art also mentioned this artist, how is your work going? Quite busy. I found a new job as a news reporter, and it's really hard for me to baLance my work and life. I get up very early and spend one hour study every day. The fun part is that I can meet various people in, learn tons of their stories. Since our flight takes three hours, we could have a long talk. Listen to the next question. Small talk is a wonderful way of bonding, learning and growing. What makes a chAllenging is the fact that we can hardly be prepared for IT. We just go what was happening in the moment. When you first get into a small talk situation, I think we need to establish appropriate als. Rachel Green, world and academic has this wonderful saying, your goal is to be interested, not interesting. We often think that we need to be fascinating. What, in fact, we just need to be present and be interested in the conversation that's happening. And then to get good at small talk, you need to give yourself permission to adjust your pace. Many of us have the sense that speed of response is associated with competence, but what really reflects your competence is an appropriate response. And appropriately, ss can take a little bit of time. So here are some things you can do to help you. Small talk is a wonderful way of bonding, learning and growing. What makes a chAllenging is the fact that we can hardly be prepared for IT. We just go with what happening in the moment. When you first get into a small talk situation, I think we need to establish appropriate als. Rachel Green, world and academic has this wonderful saying, your goal is to be interested, not interesting. We often think that we need to be fascinating. What, in fact, we just need to be present and be interested in the conversation that's happening. And then to get good at small talk, you need to give yourself permission to adjust your pace. Many of us have the sense that speed of response is associated with competence, but what really reflects your competence is an appropriate response. And appropriators can take a little bit of time. So here are some things you can do to help you. 听力部分到此结束。