北京市2023年普通高中学业水平合格性考试仿真模拟（1）英语试卷（含解析）
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北京市2023年普通高中学业水平合格性考试仿真模拟（1）英语试卷（含听力）
学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________
一、听力题
1、What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.A shopping list. B.Preparations for a picnic.
C.Children’s clothes.
2、What’s the man’s opinion about the woman’s job
A.It offers a high pay. B.It serves few customers.
C.It changes very fast.
3、How does the woman feel about the coming exams
A.Confident. B.Nervous. C.Unconcerned.
4、Why does Amber call Mike
A.To ask a favor. B.To rent an apartment.
C.To find him a roommate.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第2题。
5、What language does her friend speak besides English
A.German. B.Japanese. C.French.
6、What is her friend going to do
A.Go to Holland. B.Write a letter to her.
C.Come to visit her.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第2题。
7、What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Boss and employee. B.Husband and wife.
C.Neighbors.
8、What does the man have to do now
A.Talk with the woman. B.Go to the airport.
C.See Mr. Brown off.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第3题。
9、What did the woman do last week
A.She published a book. B.She attended an interview.
C.She gave a speech to children.
10、Which of the following can be used to describe the middle children
A.Selfish. B.Peaceful. C.Independent.
11、What is the weakness of the youngest children in a family
A.They are aggressive. B.They’re not considerate.
C.They are stubborn.
听第8段材料，回答第1题至第3题。
12、What is the man doing
A.Complaining about Anne’s behavior.
B.Asking for the woman’s assistance.
C.Giving the woman suggestions.
13、What was Dave’s attitude towards Anne according to the man
A.Impolite. B.Friendly. C.Unconcerned.
14、What will the woman do next
A.Write a report. B.Send a form. C.Talk with Dave.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第3题。
15、Why does the woman take two English classes
A.To graduate early. B.To practise spoken English.
C.To finish English homework.
16、What does the woman say about The Grapes of Wrath
A.It is humorous. B.It is hopeful. C.It is sad.
17、What does the man have to finish
A.A research paper. B.A book. C.An English class.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第3题。
18、What’s the man going to do on Saturday
A.Go camping. B.Join in a clean-up. C.Play in a park.
19、What does the woman think important
A.Protecting animals.
B.Keeping the environment clean.
C.Participating in school activities.
20、Where is the woman going this weekend
A.To the park. B.To the seaside. C.To the countryside.
21、听下面一段独白，根据题目要求在答题卡相应题号后的横线上写下关键信息。此段对话你将听两遍。
A Weather Report in Australia
New South Wales There is a warning in place as ①_____ spread.
Queensland At least ②_____ inches of rain are expected to fall over the next 24 hours.
Northern Territory Residents should only experience light showers, and it will remain ③_____ until Friday evening.
Perth There will be ④_____ that may become stronger towards the end of the week.
Geraldton Rain showers will come in from the ⑤_____ but should disappear later.
二、完形填空（15空）
I’d been staying at home all week suffering from a severe case of flu. Early one morning, suddenly, a loud 1 awakened me. Looking through the window, I saw two young ladies in working clothes holding 2 . “This is the 3 thing I needed today,” I said to myself. With 4 , I opened the door.
Coughing, I poked(伸出) my head out and 5 them that I wasn’t the slightest bit interested in any products on their leaflets and that I was feeling quite unwell. I breathed a sigh of 6 and then shut the door hard. The ladies 7 in silence.
A few hours later, another knock. There at the door were the same two ladies, back again. Extremely 8 this time, I opened the door ready to give them a piece of my mind. Before I could speak, with 9 looks on their faces, these women handed me what looked to be a dish and said, “We’re so sorry we 10 you earlier. We thought you may like this homemade chicken soup. 11 , it will make you feel a little better.”
Being new to the area, I didn’t know many people who could help, so I was all the more 12 that they came to my aid. I could only smile sheepishly(尴尬地) and sincerely thanked them. With that, they left.
These two ladies 13 my viewpoint on strangers .who came knocking to promote products. They truly 14 my appreciation for their 15 towards a stranger.
22、A.scream B.explosion C.alarm D.knock
23、A.brochures B.plates C.packages D.letters
24、A.exact B.very, C.only D.last
25、A.panic B.hesitation C.confusion D.curiosity
26、A.persuades B.promised C.informed D.reminded
27、A.appreciation B.impatience C.strength D.regret
28、A.stayed B.watched C.left D.hid
29、A.determined B.amused. C.committed D.annoyed
30、A.anxious B.depressed C.frightened D.pleasant
31、A.scared B.disturbed C.injured D.visited
32、A.Fortunately B.Apparently C.Hopefully D.Certainly
33、A.watchful B.motivated C.grateful D.nervous
34、A.transformed B.maintained C.recognized D.convinced
35、A.expect B.deserve C.accept D.influence
36、A.forgiveness B.tolerance C.understanding D.kindness
三、阅读理解
There’s this idea that the best stories are somewhere else, but actually we’ve got great stories on our doorsteps.
I was born in Birmingham and grew up doing sport. At 16, when I was playing football, I injured my knee so badly that I had to give up any sporting ambitions. However, I turned to photography as a way for me to continue exploring my passion for sport. Taking photos also allowed me to connect with people, sound their voices and challenge social norms(规范).
When I was growing up, I hardly saw any photographs of ordinary girls playing sport. The only images I see of sportswomen in the mainstream media are of excellent athletes. To fill the gap, I’m trying to do my own art project People, Place and Sport. Since most people aren’t used to being in the spotlight, I will open with the same question: “What does this sport mean to you ” Then I try to involve the subjects I photograph by doing interviews with them and asking how they would like to share their stories with sports. When people respond positively and start to relax, I begin to shoot them on film.
One of my best project photos is of Mav Akram boxing. Mav is an African woman boxer and runs a Women’s Boxing Club in Birmingham. She is also passionate about getting women into boxing, not just for the physical elements, but also mental health. Because Mav thinks boxing is not only a strategic sport of not getting hit, but also can offer a sense of community. This photo truly encourages women of all shapes and sizes to participate in the sport.
37、What is the author
A.An athlete. B.A photographer. C.A coach. D.A reporter.
38、How does the author bond with her subjects
A.By taking their photos right away. B.By showing them a picture of Mav.
C.By getting to know their own stories. D.By opening up with various questions.
39、What does Mav think of boxing
A.It is merely suitable for men. B.It sharpens her body and mind.
C.It teaches her to avoid getting hit. D.It helps her fight against social norms.
40、What is the text mainly about
A.An art project. B.A passion for sport.
C.An impressive photo. D.A lasting friendship.
Today, battery power per kilowatt hour costs around only ten per cent of what it did a decade ago. And the expectation is that the costs will continue to fall, because battery chemistry improves and manufacturing(批量生产) lots of batteries on a massive scale makes the production of individual batteries cheaper.
You can be forgiven for thinking that this might only be of interest to accountants, but the possible effects of this are enormous, and will benefit all of us. First and most obviously, it has made the batteries in electric cars cheaper and longer-lasting. And brilliantly, because electric batteries are improving so dramatically, we can already see the results. Last September, 15 per cent of all new vehicle registrations were pure electric vehicles. So the change is starting to happen.
Better batteries does not just mean better cars, however. They can also help us decarbonise the entire national grid(输电网). Storing energy has always been a problem for the grid. Today, only a tiny amount of generated electricity is stored for later use, which leads to lots of power going to waste. But better batteries make it technologically and economically viable to store large amounts of energy from the grid.
It's possible that in the not-too-distant future, we might have an enormous battery in the garage. It would take power from the grid (or maybe even solar panels on the roof), and power appliances and lights in our homes at the times when demand for electricity is high. Home batteries are not yet as established as electric cars, but they are also growing in popularity.
So, given how much technology has improved batteries over the last decade, I can't help but be strangely optimistic about the future, Batteries may not be as flashy(华丽的) as phones, rockets or other new technologies. But when it comes to technology to fight climate change, they're definitely leading the charge.
41、What contributes to the popularity of electric cars
A. The production of individual batteries.
B. The longer duration and less cost of batteries.
C. Accountants' interest in cheaper batteries.
D. The increasing vehicle registrations.
42、What does the underlined word "viable" mean in paragraph 3
A.Cheaper. B.Dramatic. C. Workable. D. Exceptional.
43、What does the author expect of batteries
A. They will become smaller.
B. They will help make the world greener.
C. They will sell better than phones.
D. They will replace chargers on a long trip.
44、Which is the most suitable title for the text
A. Home Batteries Will Catch On
B. Batteries Are Getting Better and Better
C. Battery Technology Needs Improving Urgently
D. Petrol-powered Cars Will Be Upgraded
Climate activist Henry Emson told Euronews that when he became a father seven years ago, he was worried about his family’s effect on the environment. After doing some research, he found the best way to eliminate their carbon footprint was by planting giant sequoia trees(巨型红杉树).
Giant sequoias are ideal for capturing carbon dioxide because they continue to grow consistently for centuries, storing CO2 over time. General Sherman, the world’s largest sequoia tree, has stored an estimated 1,500 tons of CO2 in its trunk over the last 2,200 years and could live another 800 years. The average human could generate close to 1,000 tons of CO2 over their lifetime, so planting one giant sequoia could effectively reduce the carbon footprint of more than one person.
After realizing the power giant sequoias have to fight climate change, Emson devoted his life to planting thousands in the UK by creating the One Life One Tree project. Its final goal is to plant 100,000 giant sequoias in the UK by 2030, and according to The Mirror, as of March 2022, it has already planted 700. Trees are currently being planted near Abergavenny in Wales and the project is expanding to Devon, the Lake District and Scotland.
While the common assumption is that these giant trees can only be grown in Northern California, they actually do well in the UK at a time when the sequoia population is threatened back home.
According to One Tree One Life, 95% of the old-growth sequoia population has been logged over the past two centuries and what remains is under threat from climate change. “A 10 year＋ drought and temperature increase have greatly damaged the health of the trees. A secondary impact of the drought is making them increasingly susceptible(易受影响的) to insect attack and fire,” the site says.
Considering the danger that climate change is causing giant sequoias in California, Emson’s work also benefits these trees. “They’re like climate refugees(难民)—we help them with assisted migration,” he told Euronews.
45、What does the underlined word “eliminate” in the first paragraph probably mean
A.Measure. B.Remove. C.Overlook. D.Spread.
46、How does the text mainly show giant sequoias’ ability to store CO2
A.By giving an example. B.By doing an experiment.
C.By making comparisons. D.By referring to comments.
47、Why did Henry Emson launch the One Life One Tree project
A.To protect the environment by planting trees.
B.To test the adaptability of giant sequoia trees.
C.To save different kinds of endangered trees.
D.To prove the value of giant sequoias to his kids.
48、What can be learned about Henry Emson’s work
A.It disturbs the whole ecosystem of California.
B.It indirectly turns giant sequoias into refugees.
C.It helps promote the survival of giant sequoias.
D.It assists California in recovering from drought.
History is important to study because it is essential for all of us in understanding ourselves and the world around us. And in my opinion, studying history benefits beyond history itself, because it helps develop and refine our skills through studying history.
You can refine our reading skills by reading texts from a wide array of time periods. Language has changed and evolved over time and so has the way people write and express themselves. We can also refine our writing skills through learning to not just repeat what someone else said, but to analyze information from multiple sources and come up with our own conclusions. It’s two birds with one stone—better writing and critical thinking!
There are so many sources of information out in the world. Finding a decisive truth for many topics just doesn’t exist. What was a victory for one group was a great loss for another—we get to create our own opinions of these events.
History gives us the opportunity to learn from others’ past mistakes. It helps us understand the many reasons why people may behave the way they do. As a result, it helps us become smarter as decision-makers.
In the study of history we will need to conduct research. This gives us the opportunity to look at two kinds of sources—primary (written at the time) and secondary sources (written about a time period, after the fact). This practice can teach us how to decipher between reliable and unreliable sources.
There are numbers and data to be learned from history. In terms of patterns: patterns in population, disappearances during times of war, and even in environmental factors. These patterns that are found help clarify why things happened as they did.
It’s incredibly important to learn to question the quality of the information and “history” we are learning. Keep these two questions in mind as we read through information: How do I know what I’m reading are facts and accurate information Could they be the writer’s opinions
49、The author thinks history helps make good decisions in that ________.
A.we can learn from others’ past mistakes
B.we can meet many sources of information
C.we can look at primary and secondary sources
D.we can create our own opinions of the past events
50、What does the underlined word “decipher” mean
A.Work out. B.Make out. C.Pick out. D.Try out.
51、Why are the two questions mentioned in the last of the passage
A.To remind readers to read historical novels carefully.
B.To warn readers not to read too many history books
C.To emphasize the quality of the information on history.
D.To make readers doubt about the reality of history.
52、What is the best title of the passage
A.How to study history B.Why is history important
C.Reliable data of history D.Value of studying history Entertainment.
Imagine you live in your green dream home: extremely energy-saving, beautiful, cozy and perfectly satisfactory. Maybe you are picturing such a brand new smart house, but actually you can redecorate your current house with green concept in a simple way.
Wright Rudy, a builder and energy-efficiency expert who has done a number of home designs, says you can save more energy than you might think. He helps homeowners get energy savings of up to 75 percent when he’s able to rework a house perfectly. A series of energy-saving designs in one neighborhood has been done to cut some homes’ energy use in half, resulting in an average cost savings of $100 per month on energy bills.
If you’re doing a major home upgrade, you can go further and add solar design features to improve your home’s natural heating and cooling. Wright suggests you bring both pleasant living space and heat to your home by adding a sunroom. This strategy makes full use of solar energy.
Similarly, cooling issues can be addressed by improving natural ventilation (通风). Instead of using the traditional way—ceiling fans, Wright suggests careful arrangements of windows and skylights as one option. Skylights are terrific because they’re located at a high point in the room, which allows warm air to rise out while cooler outdoor air comes in through an open window.
Wright says green concept for homes is the wave of the future. “I believe that within the next few years we needn’t bum fuels inside our houses any more. Our designs are cost-effective and environmentally safe. In this sense, our designs will surely address the future. Realistically, we need to be planning for that now.”
53、What benefit can Wright’s green house bring
_______________________________________________________________
54、What does Wright advise us to do to keep the house cool
_______________________________________________________________
55、Which word can replace “addressed” in the paragraph 4
_______________________________________________________________
56、Why does Wright have the idea of green homes
_______________________________________________________________
四、书面表达
57、假定你是李华，学校决定由你代表学生会向全校学生发出保护环境的倡议。请你用英文写一封倡议书，内容包括：
1.保护环境的重要性；
2.保护环境的途径。
注意：
1.写作词数应为 80 左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear schoolmates,
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Students’ Union
参考答案
1、答案：B
解析：M: Julia, is everything ready for the children’s picnic today
W: Yes, Charlie. Patty has prepared for transportation. I’ve got the picnic baskets ready and John has prepared all the children’s clothes.
2、答案：A
解析：W: Those customers are really hard to please! I sometimes think of quitting my job.
M: Oh, forget it. Thinking about the pay will make you feel better.
3、答案：B
解析：M: You look upset. What’s the matter
W: Well, I have been staying up very late. You know, the exams are approaching.
M: Take it easy. You’re fully prepared.
W: Maybe you’re right. I need a good rest now.
4、答案：C
解析：W: Hello, Mike. This is Amber. I hear that you’re looking for an apartment, and my brother Jack just rented a two-bedroom downtown. He is looking for a suitable roommate.
M: Great. I’m looking for a place right in that area. That sounds ideal.
5、答案：A
解析：W: I got a letter from a German friend of mine yesterday.
M: Oh, did you When did you meet him
W: Her! She’s an old friend of mine. I met her when I studied in Germany years ago.
M: Oh, so you speak German.
W: I used to. I’ve been out of Germany for quite a long time. Haven’t seen her for ages, either.
M: But you’ve kept her in touch
W: For a while, yes. But we haven’t written for the past few years.
M: Did the letter surprise you
W: Yes. A little bit.
M: What did she say in her letter
W: She said she’d be coming over to England next month and asked if she could stay with me for a few days.
6、答案：C
解析：
7、答案：A
解析：M: Hello, Alice. What’s the matter
W: I’ve been here for two hours. Can you spare me a few minutes
M: Right now
W: Yes. I’d like to have a word with you about my job.
M: Sorry. I’m afraid I can’t, for I must go to the airport to meet Mr. Brown now.
W: What about this time tomorrow
M: OK. This time tomorrow then. See you!
W: See you!
8、答案：B
解析：
9、答案：B
解析：M: Hello, again, everyone. Last week we invited the American writer Norah Levy to talk about how our position in the family affects our personality. She discussed the first-born child’s personality with us. Today we invite her to continue the topic. Now let’s welcome Norah.
W: Thank you, everybody.
M: So, Norah, what are the personalities of the middle children
W: Well, they depend on themselves and they are usually competitive.
M: Competitive
W: Yes, because they have to fight with their brothers and sisters for their parents’ attention. And they like being with people because they always have other children to play with.
M: And the youngest children
W: If you’re the youngest in a family, you’ll probably be quite a relaxed person. On the other hand, the youngest children are often unwilling to do something for other members. This is because they always have their older brothers and sisters to help them.
M: That’s interesting. Thank you, Norah.
10、答案：C
解析：
11、答案：B
解析：
12、答案：B
解析：M: Hi, Vivian, do you have time to talk
W: Yes, Nick. What’s up
M: Before I begin, I want you to know that I’m not here to complain. I’m here to ask for your help.
W: Okay, what is it about
M: It’s Dave. He has had bad behavior when working with the team.
W: Dave Burton
M: Yes. He’s good at his job. But some of the things he did brought negative effects to the office.
W: Really Can you be more specific
M: Last week, Anne didn’t agree to his proposal in a meeting. So he spoke to her so rudely and irresponsibly. It was very unprofessional and affected other people.
W: Have you talked with him about this
M: Yes, but it seemed my efforts were in vain.
W: Okay. Fill in this form to report. Then I’ll send it to Human Resources.
13、答案：A
解析：
14、答案：B
解析：
15、答案：A
解析：W: I can’t take it!
M: What’s wrong
W: I have been taking two English classes in order to graduate early. But now, I have two essays to turn in on the same day.
M: Have you started writing either one
W: No. I haven’t even finished the books! One is The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. It’s very sad.
M: I’ve never read it, but I’ve seen it in the library. It’s long!
W: I know. Luckily, the other book I have to read is much shorter. It’s The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway.
M: I love that book! Helpfully, you enjoy reading it... Well, I should let you get back to your homework.
W: OK. I hope I can finish.
M: Don’t worry. At least you don’t have to write a research paper like I do!
16、答案：C
解析：
17、答案：A
解析：
18、答案：B
解析：W: David, do you want to go camping with us this weekend
M: I really want to go, but I cannot join you.
W: Why
M: Our school asked us to take part in a clean-up in the National Forest Park this Saturday. Everyone should go and participate in it.
W: Why does your school organize such an event
M: It wants to help clean up all the rubbish at the park and encourage us to protect the environment. Besides, it wants to draw the public’s attention to environmental issues.
W: Great! I think it is really important to keep the environment clean.
M: I totally agree. Today, pollution has become a very big problem.
W: Yes. Great efforts should be made to reduce pollution.
M: I agree. So where are you going camping this weekend
W: In the countryside. After raining for a week, it finally clears up. I’m sure we’ll have a great time.
19、答案：B
解析：
20、答案：C
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21、答案：①bush fires②22.2/two③dry and cloudy④a calm wind⑤ocean
解析：This week’s weather in Australia is going to be hot. There is already a warning in place for the east coast of New South Wales as bush fires spread. The temperature is expected to reach a great height of 38 degrees, 5 degrees hotter than this time last year.
Meanwhile in the rain forest in northern Queensland, at least 2 inches of rain are expected to fall over the next 24 hours. A further 10 inches are predicted over the week ahead. Residents should expect flash floods on roads and only travel if essential to do so.
The Northern Territory will see some of this rain as the clouds move in a south-west direction. However, they should only experience light showers, and it will remain dry and cloudy until Friday evening. It should then brighten up over the weekend, with highs of 32 degrees in some parts.
With all the wild weather of the east coast, the west coast is looking calm. Those living in Perth will enjoy warm weather with highs of 30 degrees. A calm wind may become stronger towards the end of the week. As we go further up the coast towards Geraldton, we see rain showers coming in from the ocean, but these should disappear by Thursday.
22、答案：D
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：一天清晨，突然，一声响亮的敲门声把我吵醒了。A. scream尖叫；B. explosion爆炸；C. alarm闹钟；D. knock敲门声。根据下文“Looking through the window, I saw two young ladies in working clothes holding brochures(透过窗户望去，我看到两位穿着工作服的年轻女士拿着宣传册)”可知门外有人敲门，故选D项。
23、答案：A
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：透过窗户望去，我看到两位穿着工作服的年轻女士拿着宣传册。A. brochures宣传册；B. plates盘子；C. packages包裹；D. letters信件。根据下文“Coughing, I poked my head out and informed them that I wasn’t the slightest bit interested in any products on their leaflets and that I was feeling quite unwell.(咳嗽着，我探出头来，告诉他们我对他们传单上的任何产品都不感兴趣，而且我感觉很不舒服)”可知，门外的女士拿的是广告宣传册，故选A项。
24、答案：D
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这是我今天最不需要的，我对自己说。A. exact准确的；B. very正是；C. only唯一的；D. last最后的。根据下文“I breathed a sigh of impatience and then shut the door hard(我不耐烦地叹了一口气，然后用力关上门)”可知，作者感冒并重，需要好好休息，却被很大的敲门声吵醒，看到两位女士手里拿着宣传册误以为是发广告的，感到很不耐烦，the last为固定用法，表示“最不……”，与句子表达的含义一致，故选D项。
25、答案：B
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：我犹豫了一下，打开了门。A. panic恐慌；B. hesitation犹豫；C. confusion混淆；D. curiosity好奇心。根据上文“This is the last thing I needed today(这是我今天最不需要的)”可知，作者看到女士手里的广告宣传册，知道是发广告的，很不喜欢，所以犹豫了一下，故选B项。
26、答案：C
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：咳嗽着，我探出头，告诉他们我对他们传单上的任何产品都不感兴趣，而且我感觉很不舒服。A. persuades说服；B. promised承诺；C. informed告知；D. reminded提醒。根据下文“I wasn’t the slightest bit interested in any products on their leaflets and that I was feeling quite unwell(我对他们传单上的任何产品都不感兴趣，而且我感觉很不舒服)”可知，这是作者告诉两位女士的内容，故选C项。
27、答案：B
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：我不耐烦地叹了一口气，然后用力关上门。A. appreciation感激；B. impatience不耐烦；C. strength优点；D. regret遗憾。根据下文“shut the door hard(用力关上门)”可知作者感到很不耐烦，故选B项。
28、答案：C
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：两位女士默默地离开了。A. stayed停留；B. watched看；C. left离开；D. hid藏。根据下文“There at the door were the same two ladies, back again(门口还是那两位女士，又回来了)”可知，空白处说的是两位女士离开了，故选C项。
29、答案：D
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这一次我非常恼火，打开门准备对她们发火。A. determined下定决心的；B. amused被逗笑的；C. committed忠诚的；D. annoyed恼怒的；根据上文“shut the door hard(用力关上门)”以及下文“There at the door were the same two ladies, back again(门口还是那两位女士，又回来了)”可知作者本来就已经不耐烦了，再次被打扰感到很恼怒，故选D项。
30、答案：A
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我还没来得及说话，两位女士脸上带着不安的表情，递给我一个看起来像盘子的东西，说：“很抱歉我们早些时候打扰了你。A. anxious不安的；B. depressed情绪低落的；C. frightened吓坏了的；D. pleasant令人愉快的。根据上文“I opened the door ready to give them a piece of my mind(打开门准备对她们发火)”可知，两位女士看到作者想要发火，感到不安，故选A项。
31、答案：B
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：很抱歉前面打扰您。A. scared使害怕；B. disturbed打扰；C. injured使受伤；D. visited参观。根据上文“There at the door were the same two ladies, back again(门口还是那两位女士，又回来了)”可知两位女士返回了作者家门口，很有礼貌地对上次打扰表示歉意，故选B项。
32、答案：C
解析：考查副词词义辨析。句意：希望它能让你感觉好一点。A. Fortunately幸运地；B. Apparently显而易见地；C. Hopefully抱有希望地；D. Certainly当然。根据下文“it will make you feel a little better(它能让你感觉好一点)”可知，这是两位女士送鸡汤的目的，希望能让作者感觉好一点，故选C项。
33、答案：C
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：作为这个地区的新人，我认识的人不多，没几个能帮我忙的，所以我更加感激他们来帮助我。A. watchful警觉的；B. motivated有积极性的；C. grateful感激的；D. nervous紧张的。根据上文“Being new to the area, I didn’t know many people who could help(作为这个地区的新人，我认识的人不多，没几个能帮我忙的)”可知，作者刚到这个地区，认识的能帮忙的人很少，更加感恩主动帮忙的人，故选C项。
34、答案：A
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：这两位女士改变了我对来推销产品的陌生人的看法。A. transformed改变；B. maintained保持；C. recognized辨认出；D. convinced说服。根据下文“They truly deserve my appreciation for their kindness towards a stranger.(他们对陌生人的友善真的值得我感恩)”可知，作者由之前的对推销人员的感到不耐烦，到后来的感恩她们的善良，说明作者转变了对推销人员的看法，故选A项。
35、答案：B
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们对陌生人的友善真的值得我感恩。A. expect期待；B. deserve值得；C. accept接受；D. influence影响。根据上文“I was all the more grateful that they came to my aid(我更加感激他们来帮助我)”可知作者认为推销人员的善良值得作者的感恩，故选B项。
36、答案：D
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. forgiveness原谅；B. tolerance容忍；C. understanding理解；D. kindness善良。根据上文“We thought you may like this homemade chicken soup. Hopefully, it will make you feel a little better.(我们想你可能会喜欢这道自制的鸡汤。希望它能让你感觉好一点)”可知，两位女士得知作者生病后，送来鸡汤，表现出了善良的品质，故选D项。
37、答案：B
解析：推理判断题。根据第二段“However, I turned to photography as a way for me to continue exploring my passion for sport. Taking photos also allowed me to connect with people, sound their voices and challenge social norms(规范).”(然而，我转向了摄影，以此来继续探索我对体育的热情。拍照也让我能够与人们建立联系，发出他们的声音，挑战社会规范。)可知，作者是一名摄影师。故选B项。
38、答案：C
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段“Then I try to involve the subjects I photograph by doing interviews with them and asking how they would like to share their stories with sports.”(然后，我试着让我拍摄的对象参与进来，采访他们，问他们想如何分享他们的体育故事。)可知，作者通过了解他们自己的故事与她的主题建立了联系。故选C项。
39、答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据最后一段“ She is also passionate about getting women into boxing, not just for the physical elements, but also mental health.”(她还热衷于让女性参与拳击运动，不仅是为了身体因素，还为了心理健康。)可知，Mav认为拳击让她的身心得到锻炼。故选B项。
40、答案：A
解析：主旨大意题。根据第三段“To fill the gap, I’m trying to do my own art project People, Place and Sport.”(为了填补这一空白，我正在尝试做我自己的艺术项目《人、地点和运动》)可知，文章主要讲的是一个艺术项目。故选A项。
41、答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据第二段中的“First and most obviously, it had made the batteries in electric cars cheaper and longer-lasting. And brilliantly, because electric batteries are improving so dramatically, we can already see the results. Last September, 15 per cent of all new vehicle registrations were pure electric vehicles.(首先也是最明显的是,它使电动汽车中的电池更便宜、更耐用。而且非常出色的是,由于电池正在大幅改善,我们已经可以看到结果。去年9月,所有新车登记中有15%是纯电动汽车)”可知,电动汽车的电池变得更便宜且更耐用,所以现在电动汽车跑得更远,其实用性更强,因此电动汽车注册用户开始增加。故选B。
42、答案：C
解析：词义猜测题。根据上文“Storing energy has always been a problem for the grid.(储存能量一直是电网的难题)”及“But better batteries make it technologically and economically viable to store large amounts of energy from the grid.(但更好的电池使得从电网存储大量能量在技术和经济上都是……。)”中的“But”可知,更好的电池可以解决当前只有少量的发电被储存的问题。由此可知,画线词意为“可行的,行得通的”。故选C。
43、答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的“They can also help us decarbonise the entire national grid.(它们还可以帮助我们实现整个国家电网的脱碳)”和最后一段中的“Batteries may not be as flashy(华丽的) as phones, rockets or other new technologies, but when it comes to technology to fight climate change, they're definitely leading the charge.(电池可能不像手机、火箭或其他新技术那样华丽,但在应对气候变化的技术方面,它们绝对是领先的可知,作者认为电池技术能帮助减少碳排放,能有力地帮助解决全球气候问题,即可以让世界更环保。)故选B。
44、答案：B
解析：主旨大意题。根据第二段中的“First and most obviously, it had made the batteries in electric cars cheaper and longer-lasting.(首先也是最明显的是,它使电动汽车中的电池更便宜、更持久)”,第三段中的“They can also help us decarbonise the entire national grid.(它们还可以帮助我们实现整个国家电网的脱碳)”和第四段中的“This would take power from the grid (or maybe even solar panels on the roof), and power appliances and lights in our homes at the times when demand for electricity is high. Home batteries are not yet as established as electric cars, but they are also growing in popularity.(这将从电网(甚至屋顶上的太阳能电池板)获取电力,并在电力需求高的时候为我们家中的电器和灯供电。家用电池还没有像电动汽车那样成熟,但它们也越来越受欢迎)”可知,作者一直在强调电池变得更好、更受欢迎,从而也让更多人受益;再根据最后一段中的“So, given how much technology has improved batteries over the last decade, I can't help but be strangely optimistic about the future.(因此,考虑到过去十年中技术对电池的改进程度,我不禁对未来感到异常乐观)”可知,作者对电池的前景充满乐观与希望。故B项“电池越来越好”适合作本文标题。故选B。
45、答案：B
解析：词义猜测题。根据画线词前“...he was worried about his family’s effect on the environment.”(他担心他的家庭对环境的影响。)及下文提到的利用巨型红杉树吸收二氧化碳的内容可推断，消除碳足迹的最好方法是种植巨大的红杉树，由此可推知，画线词的意思与Remove(移除)的意思接近。故选B。
46、答案：A
解析：细节理解题。第二段提到“Giant sequoias are ideal for capturing carbon dioxide because they continue to grow consistently for centuries, storing CO2 over time. General Sherman, the world’s largest sequoia tree, has stored an estimated 1,500 tons of CO2 in its trunk over the last 2,200 years and could live another 800 years. The average human could generate close to 1,000 tons of CO2 over their lifetime, so planting one giant sequoia could effectively reduce the carbon footprint of more than one person.”(巨红杉是捕获二氧化碳的理想选择，因为它们可以持续生长几个世纪，随着时间的推移储存二氧化碳。General Sherman是世界上最大的红杉树，在过去的2200年里，它的树干里储存了大约1500吨二氧化碳，并且可以再活800年。普通人一生中会产生近1000吨的二氧化碳，因此种植一棵巨大的红杉可以有效地减少不止一个人的碳足迹。)由此判断，第二段以General Sherman为例说明巨型红杉树吸收二氧化碳的能力。故选A。
47、答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段“After realizing the power giant sequoias have to fight climate change, Emson devoted his life to planting thousands in the UK by creating the One Life One Tree project.”(在意识到巨型红杉对抗气候变化的力量后，埃姆森毕生致力于在英国种植成千上万棵红杉，创建了“一生一棵树”项目。)可知，Henry Emson发起这个项目的目的是通过植树来保护环境。故选A。
48、答案：C
解析：推理判断题。第五段提到“According to One Tree One Life, 95% of the old-growth sequoia population has been logged over the past two centuries and what remains is under threat from climate change. ‘A 10 year drought and temperature increase have greatly damaged the health of the trees. A secondary impact of the drought is making them increasingly susceptible(易受影响的) to insect attack and fire’(根据“一棵树一世”的说法，在过去的两个世纪里，95%的老红杉被砍伐了，剩下的红杉也受到了气候变化的威胁。“10年多的干旱和气温上升极大地损害了树木的健康。干旱的二次影响使他们越来越容易受到昆虫袭击和火灾的影响”)由此判断，加利福尼亚的巨型红杉树的生存现状面临气候威胁。最后一段提到“Emson’s work also benefits these trees. “They’re like climate refugees(难民)—we help them with assisted migration”(埃姆森的工作也使这些树木受益。“他们就像气候难民，我们帮助他们协助移民”)由此判断，Henry Emson的工作是在救助这些“难民”，由此可推断，Henry Emson的工作有助于巨型红杉树更好地生存。故选C。
49、答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据第四段“History gives us the opportunity to learn from others’ past mistakes. It helps us understand the many reasons why people may behave the way they do. As a result, it helps us become smarter as decision-makers.(历史给了我们从别人过去的错误中学习的机会。它帮助我们理解人们行为方式的许多原因。因此，它帮助我们成为更聪明的决策者)”可知，作者认为历史有助于我们做出正确的决定，因为我们可以从别人过去的错误中吸取教训。故选A。
50、答案：B
解析：词句猜测题。根据画线词上文“In the study of history we will need to conduct research. This gives us the opportunity to look at two kinds of sources—primary (written at the time) and secondary sources (written about a time period, after the fact).”以及后文“between reliable and unreliable sources”可知，在学习历史时，我们需要进行研究。这让我们有机会看看两种来源—主要来源(写于当时)和次要来源(写于事后某个时期)。这种做法可以教会我们如何辨别可靠和不可靠的信息来源。故画线词意思是“辨别”。故选B。
51、答案：C
解析：推理判断题。根据最后一段“It’s incredibly important to learn to question the quality of the information and ‘history’ we are learning. Keep these two questions in mind as we read through information: How do I know what I’m reading are facts and accurate information Could they be the writer’s opinions (学会质疑我们正在学习的信息和“历史”的质量是非常重要的。当我们阅读信息时，请记住这两个问题：我怎么知道我所读的是事实和准确的信息 它们会是作者的观点吗 )”可推知，文章最后提到了这两个问题是为了强调历史信息的质量。故选C。
52、答案：D
解析：主旨大意题。根据第一段“History is important to study because it is essential for all of us in understanding ourselves and the world around us. And in my opinion, studying history benefits beyond history itself, because it helps develop and refine our skills through studying history.(学习历史很重要，因为它对我们所有人了解我们自己和我们周围的世界至关重要。在我看来，学习历史的好处不仅仅是历史本身，因为它有助于通过学习历史来发展和完善我们的技能)”结合文章论述了学习历史的好处。可知，D选项“学习历史的价值”最符合文章标题。故选D。
53、答案：It can save more energy./It can cut some homes’ energy use.
解析：考查细节理解。根据第二段“Wright Rudy, a builder and energy-efficiency expert who has done a number of home designs, says you can save more energy than you might think. He helps homeowners get energy savings of up to 75 percent when he’s able to rework a house perfectly.(Wright Rudy是一名建筑商和节能专家，他做过许多家居设计，他说，你可以节省的能源比你想象的要多。当他能够完美地改造房子时，他帮助房主节省了高达75%的能源)”可知，Wright的温室能带来的好处是可以节省更多的能源。故答案为It can save more energy. / It can cut some homes’ energy use.
54、答案：He advises us to carefully arrange windows and skylights.
解析：考查细节理解。根据倒数第二段“Instead of using the traditional way—ceiling fans, Wright suggests careful arrangements of windows and skylights as one option. Skylights are terrific because they’re located at a high point in the room, which allows warm air to rise out while cooler outdoor air comes in through an open window.(Wright建议，与其使用传统的吊扇，不如仔细布置窗户和天窗。天窗非常棒，因为它们位于房间的高点，可以让热空气上升，而室外的冷空气可以通过打开的窗户进入)”可知，他建议我们仔细布置窗户和天窗来保持屋子凉爽。故答案为He advises us to carefully arrange windows and skylights.
55、答案：Solved/Settled.
解析：考查词句猜测。根据倒数第二段“Instead of using the traditional way—ceiling fans, Wright suggests careful arrangements of windows and skylights as one option. Skylights are terrific because they’re located at a high point in the room, which allows warm air to rise out while cooler outdoor air comes in through an open window.(Wright建议，与其使用传统的吊扇，不如仔细布置窗户和天窗。天窗非常棒，因为它们位于房间的高点，可以让热空气上升，而室外的冷空气可以通过打开的窗户进入)”以及画线词后文“by improving natural ventilation (通风)”可知，冷却问题可以通过改善自然通风来解决。故画线词意思是“解决”，此处应用过去分词与be动词构成情态动词的被动。故答案为Solved/Settled.
56、答案：Because he thinks his designs are cost-effective and environmentally safe.
解析：考查细节理解。根据最后一段“Wright says green concept for homes is the wave of the future. ‘I believe that within the next few years we needn’t bum fuels inside our houses any more. Our designs are cost-effective and environmentally safe. In this sense, our designs will surely address the future. Realistically, we need to be planning for that now.’(Wright说，绿色住宅概念是未来的潮流。“我相信，在未来几年内，我们不再需要在家里燃烧燃料。我们的设计具有成本效益和环境安全。从这个意义上说，我们的设计必将面向未来。实际上，我们现在需要为此做好计划。)”可知，Wright会有绿色住宅的想法是因为他认为他的设计既省钱又环保。故答案为Because he thinks his designs are cost-effective and environmentally safe.
57、答案：
Dear schoolmates,
As the smog frequently hits our city, the importance of protecting environment can never be ignored. Now I appeal to you to start from now.
The first thing we can do is to reduce waste as possible as we can. Buying things more than we can use is not a good habit. Besides, it is necessary to turn off the light when we leave the classroom. Finally, it would be better if we walk or ride to school, which not only reduce the traffic pressure but also reduce the harmful gases.
Let’s join our hands and take action immediately in an environmentally friendly way. Only in this way can we make the world a better place to live in.
The Students’ Union
学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________
一、听力题
1、What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.A shopping list. B.Preparations for a picnic.
C.Children’s clothes.
2、What’s the man’s opinion about the woman’s job
A.It offers a high pay. B.It serves few customers.
C.It changes very fast.
3、How does the woman feel about the coming exams
A.Confident. B.Nervous. C.Unconcerned.
4、Why does Amber call Mike
A.To ask a favor. B.To rent an apartment.
C.To find him a roommate.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第2题。
5、What language does her friend speak besides English
A.German. B.Japanese. C.French.
6、What is her friend going to do
A.Go to Holland. B.Write a letter to her.
C.Come to visit her.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第2题。
7、What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Boss and employee. B.Husband and wife.
C.Neighbors.
8、What does the man have to do now
A.Talk with the woman. B.Go to the airport.
C.See Mr. Brown off.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第3题。
9、What did the woman do last week
A.She published a book. B.She attended an interview.
C.She gave a speech to children.
10、Which of the following can be used to describe the middle children
A.Selfish. B.Peaceful. C.Independent.
11、What is the weakness of the youngest children in a family
A.They are aggressive. B.They’re not considerate.
C.They are stubborn.
听第8段材料，回答第1题至第3题。
12、What is the man doing
A.Complaining about Anne’s behavior.
B.Asking for the woman’s assistance.
C.Giving the woman suggestions.
13、What was Dave’s attitude towards Anne according to the man
A.Impolite. B.Friendly. C.Unconcerned.
14、What will the woman do next
A.Write a report. B.Send a form. C.Talk with Dave.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第3题。
15、Why does the woman take two English classes
A.To graduate early. B.To practise spoken English.
C.To finish English homework.
16、What does the woman say about The Grapes of Wrath
A.It is humorous. B.It is hopeful. C.It is sad.
17、What does the man have to finish
A.A research paper. B.A book. C.An English class.
听下段材料，回答第1题至第3题。
18、What’s the man going to do on Saturday
A.Go camping. B.Join in a clean-up. C.Play in a park.
19、What does the woman think important
A.Protecting animals.
B.Keeping the environment clean.
C.Participating in school activities.
20、Where is the woman going this weekend
A.To the park. B.To the seaside. C.To the countryside.
21、听下面一段独白，根据题目要求在答题卡相应题号后的横线上写下关键信息。此段对话你将听两遍。
A Weather Report in Australia
New South Wales There is a warning in place as ①_____ spread.
Queensland At least ②_____ inches of rain are expected to fall over the next 24 hours.
Northern Territory Residents should only experience light showers, and it will remain ③_____ until Friday evening.
Perth There will be ④_____ that may become stronger towards the end of the week.
Geraldton Rain showers will come in from the ⑤_____ but should disappear later.
二、完形填空（15空）
I’d been staying at home all week suffering from a severe case of flu. Early one morning, suddenly, a loud 1 awakened me. Looking through the window, I saw two young ladies in working clothes holding 2 . “This is the 3 thing I needed today,” I said to myself. With 4 , I opened the door.
Coughing, I poked(伸出) my head out and 5 them that I wasn’t the slightest bit interested in any products on their leaflets and that I was feeling quite unwell. I breathed a sigh of 6 and then shut the door hard. The ladies 7 in silence.
A few hours later, another knock. There at the door were the same two ladies, back again. Extremely 8 this time, I opened the door ready to give them a piece of my mind. Before I could speak, with 9 looks on their faces, these women handed me what looked to be a dish and said, “We’re so sorry we 10 you earlier. We thought you may like this homemade chicken soup. 11 , it will make you feel a little better.”
Being new to the area, I didn’t know many people who could help, so I was all the more 12 that they came to my aid. I could only smile sheepishly(尴尬地) and sincerely thanked them. With that, they left.
These two ladies 13 my viewpoint on strangers .who came knocking to promote products. They truly 14 my appreciation for their 15 towards a stranger.
22、A.scream B.explosion C.alarm D.knock
23、A.brochures B.plates C.packages D.letters
24、A.exact B.very, C.only D.last
25、A.panic B.hesitation C.confusion D.curiosity
26、A.persuades B.promised C.informed D.reminded
27、A.appreciation B.impatience C.strength D.regret
28、A.stayed B.watched C.left D.hid
29、A.determined B.amused. C.committed D.annoyed
30、A.anxious B.depressed C.frightened D.pleasant
31、A.scared B.disturbed C.injured D.visited
32、A.Fortunately B.Apparently C.Hopefully D.Certainly
33、A.watchful B.motivated C.grateful D.nervous
34、A.transformed B.maintained C.recognized D.convinced
35、A.expect B.deserve C.accept D.influence
36、A.forgiveness B.tolerance C.understanding D.kindness
三、阅读理解
There’s this idea that the best stories are somewhere else, but actually we’ve got great stories on our doorsteps.
I was born in Birmingham and grew up doing sport. At 16, when I was playing football, I injured my knee so badly that I had to give up any sporting ambitions. However, I turned to photography as a way for me to continue exploring my passion for sport. Taking photos also allowed me to connect with people, sound their voices and challenge social norms(规范).
When I was growing up, I hardly saw any photographs of ordinary girls playing sport. The only images I see of sportswomen in the mainstream media are of excellent athletes. To fill the gap, I’m trying to do my own art project People, Place and Sport. Since most people aren’t used to being in the spotlight, I will open with the same question: “What does this sport mean to you ” Then I try to involve the subjects I photograph by doing interviews with them and asking how they would like to share their stories with sports. When people respond positively and start to relax, I begin to shoot them on film.
One of my best project photos is of Mav Akram boxing. Mav is an African woman boxer and runs a Women’s Boxing Club in Birmingham. She is also passionate about getting women into boxing, not just for the physical elements, but also mental health. Because Mav thinks boxing is not only a strategic sport of not getting hit, but also can offer a sense of community. This photo truly encourages women of all shapes and sizes to participate in the sport.
37、What is the author
A.An athlete. B.A photographer. C.A coach. D.A reporter.
38、How does the author bond with her subjects
A.By taking their photos right away. B.By showing them a picture of Mav.
C.By getting to know their own stories. D.By opening up with various questions.
39、What does Mav think of boxing
A.It is merely suitable for men. B.It sharpens her body and mind.
C.It teaches her to avoid getting hit. D.It helps her fight against social norms.
40、What is the text mainly about
A.An art project. B.A passion for sport.
C.An impressive photo. D.A lasting friendship.
Today, battery power per kilowatt hour costs around only ten per cent of what it did a decade ago. And the expectation is that the costs will continue to fall, because battery chemistry improves and manufacturing(批量生产) lots of batteries on a massive scale makes the production of individual batteries cheaper.
You can be forgiven for thinking that this might only be of interest to accountants, but the possible effects of this are enormous, and will benefit all of us. First and most obviously, it has made the batteries in electric cars cheaper and longer-lasting. And brilliantly, because electric batteries are improving so dramatically, we can already see the results. Last September, 15 per cent of all new vehicle registrations were pure electric vehicles. So the change is starting to happen.
Better batteries does not just mean better cars, however. They can also help us decarbonise the entire national grid(输电网). Storing energy has always been a problem for the grid. Today, only a tiny amount of generated electricity is stored for later use, which leads to lots of power going to waste. But better batteries make it technologically and economically viable to store large amounts of energy from the grid.
It's possible that in the not-too-distant future, we might have an enormous battery in the garage. It would take power from the grid (or maybe even solar panels on the roof), and power appliances and lights in our homes at the times when demand for electricity is high. Home batteries are not yet as established as electric cars, but they are also growing in popularity.
So, given how much technology has improved batteries over the last decade, I can't help but be strangely optimistic about the future, Batteries may not be as flashy(华丽的) as phones, rockets or other new technologies. But when it comes to technology to fight climate change, they're definitely leading the charge.
41、What contributes to the popularity of electric cars
A. The production of individual batteries.
B. The longer duration and less cost of batteries.
C. Accountants' interest in cheaper batteries.
D. The increasing vehicle registrations.
42、What does the underlined word "viable" mean in paragraph 3
A.Cheaper. B.Dramatic. C. Workable. D. Exceptional.
43、What does the author expect of batteries
A. They will become smaller.
B. They will help make the world greener.
C. They will sell better than phones.
D. They will replace chargers on a long trip.
44、Which is the most suitable title for the text
A. Home Batteries Will Catch On
B. Batteries Are Getting Better and Better
C. Battery Technology Needs Improving Urgently
D. Petrol-powered Cars Will Be Upgraded
Climate activist Henry Emson told Euronews that when he became a father seven years ago, he was worried about his family’s effect on the environment. After doing some research, he found the best way to eliminate their carbon footprint was by planting giant sequoia trees(巨型红杉树).
Giant sequoias are ideal for capturing carbon dioxide because they continue to grow consistently for centuries, storing CO2 over time. General Sherman, the world’s largest sequoia tree, has stored an estimated 1,500 tons of CO2 in its trunk over the last 2,200 years and could live another 800 years. The average human could generate close to 1,000 tons of CO2 over their lifetime, so planting one giant sequoia could effectively reduce the carbon footprint of more than one person.
After realizing the power giant sequoias have to fight climate change, Emson devoted his life to planting thousands in the UK by creating the One Life One Tree project. Its final goal is to plant 100,000 giant sequoias in the UK by 2030, and according to The Mirror, as of March 2022, it has already planted 700. Trees are currently being planted near Abergavenny in Wales and the project is expanding to Devon, the Lake District and Scotland.
While the common assumption is that these giant trees can only be grown in Northern California, they actually do well in the UK at a time when the sequoia population is threatened back home.
According to One Tree One Life, 95% of the old-growth sequoia population has been logged over the past two centuries and what remains is under threat from climate change. “A 10 year＋ drought and temperature increase have greatly damaged the health of the trees. A secondary impact of the drought is making them increasingly susceptible(易受影响的) to insect attack and fire,” the site says.
Considering the danger that climate change is causing giant sequoias in California, Emson’s work also benefits these trees. “They’re like climate refugees(难民)—we help them with assisted migration,” he told Euronews.
45、What does the underlined word “eliminate” in the first paragraph probably mean
A.Measure. B.Remove. C.Overlook. D.Spread.
46、How does the text mainly show giant sequoias’ ability to store CO2
A.By giving an example. B.By doing an experiment.
C.By making comparisons. D.By referring to comments.
47、Why did Henry Emson launch the One Life One Tree project
A.To protect the environment by planting trees.
B.To test the adaptability of giant sequoia trees.
C.To save different kinds of endangered trees.
D.To prove the value of giant sequoias to his kids.
48、What can be learned about Henry Emson’s work
A.It disturbs the whole ecosystem of California.
B.It indirectly turns giant sequoias into refugees.
C.It helps promote the survival of giant sequoias.
D.It assists California in recovering from drought.
History is important to study because it is essential for all of us in understanding ourselves and the world around us. And in my opinion, studying history benefits beyond history itself, because it helps develop and refine our skills through studying history.
You can refine our reading skills by reading texts from a wide array of time periods. Language has changed and evolved over time and so has the way people write and express themselves. We can also refine our writing skills through learning to not just repeat what someone else said, but to analyze information from multiple sources and come up with our own conclusions. It’s two birds with one stone—better writing and critical thinking!
There are so many sources of information out in the world. Finding a decisive truth for many topics just doesn’t exist. What was a victory for one group was a great loss for another—we get to create our own opinions of these events.
History gives us the opportunity to learn from others’ past mistakes. It helps us understand the many reasons why people may behave the way they do. As a result, it helps us become smarter as decision-makers.
In the study of history we will need to conduct research. This gives us the opportunity to look at two kinds of sources—primary (written at the time) and secondary sources (written about a time period, after the fact). This practice can teach us how to decipher between reliable and unreliable sources.
There are numbers and data to be learned from history. In terms of patterns: patterns in population, disappearances during times of war, and even in environmental factors. These patterns that are found help clarify why things happened as they did.
It’s incredibly important to learn to question the quality of the information and “history” we are learning. Keep these two questions in mind as we read through information: How do I know what I’m reading are facts and accurate information Could they be the writer’s opinions
49、The author thinks history helps make good decisions in that ________.
A.we can learn from others’ past mistakes
B.we can meet many sources of information
C.we can look at primary and secondary sources
D.we can create our own opinions of the past events
50、What does the underlined word “decipher” mean
A.Work out. B.Make out. C.Pick out. D.Try out.
51、Why are the two questions mentioned in the last of the passage
A.To remind readers to read historical novels carefully.
B.To warn readers not to read too many history books
C.To emphasize the quality of the information on history.
D.To make readers doubt about the reality of history.
52、What is the best title of the passage
A.How to study history B.Why is history important
C.Reliable data of history D.Value of studying history Entertainment.
Imagine you live in your green dream home: extremely energy-saving, beautiful, cozy and perfectly satisfactory. Maybe you are picturing such a brand new smart house, but actually you can redecorate your current house with green concept in a simple way.
Wright Rudy, a builder and energy-efficiency expert who has done a number of home designs, says you can save more energy than you might think. He helps homeowners get energy savings of up to 75 percent when he’s able to rework a house perfectly. A series of energy-saving designs in one neighborhood has been done to cut some homes’ energy use in half, resulting in an average cost savings of $100 per month on energy bills.
If you’re doing a major home upgrade, you can go further and add solar design features to improve your home’s natural heating and cooling. Wright suggests you bring both pleasant living space and heat to your home by adding a sunroom. This strategy makes full use of solar energy.
Similarly, cooling issues can be addressed by improving natural ventilation (通风). Instead of using the traditional way—ceiling fans, Wright suggests careful arrangements of windows and skylights as one option. Skylights are terrific because they’re located at a high point in the room, which allows warm air to rise out while cooler outdoor air comes in through an open window.
Wright says green concept for homes is the wave of the future. “I believe that within the next few years we needn’t bum fuels inside our houses any more. Our designs are cost-effective and environmentally safe. In this sense, our designs will surely address the future. Realistically, we need to be planning for that now.”
53、What benefit can Wright’s green house bring
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54、What does Wright advise us to do to keep the house cool
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55、Which word can replace “addressed” in the paragraph 4
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56、Why does Wright have the idea of green homes
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四、书面表达
57、假定你是李华，学校决定由你代表学生会向全校学生发出保护环境的倡议。请你用英文写一封倡议书，内容包括：
1.保护环境的重要性；
2.保护环境的途径。
注意：
1.写作词数应为 80 左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear schoolmates,
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Students’ Union
参考答案
1、答案：B
解析：M: Julia, is everything ready for the children’s picnic today
W: Yes, Charlie. Patty has prepared for transportation. I’ve got the picnic baskets ready and John has prepared all the children’s clothes.
2、答案：A
解析：W: Those customers are really hard to please! I sometimes think of quitting my job.
M: Oh, forget it. Thinking about the pay will make you feel better.
3、答案：B
解析：M: You look upset. What’s the matter
W: Well, I have been staying up very late. You know, the exams are approaching.
M: Take it easy. You’re fully prepared.
W: Maybe you’re right. I need a good rest now.
4、答案：C
解析：W: Hello, Mike. This is Amber. I hear that you’re looking for an apartment, and my brother Jack just rented a two-bedroom downtown. He is looking for a suitable roommate.
M: Great. I’m looking for a place right in that area. That sounds ideal.
5、答案：A
解析：W: I got a letter from a German friend of mine yesterday.
M: Oh, did you When did you meet him
W: Her! She’s an old friend of mine. I met her when I studied in Germany years ago.
M: Oh, so you speak German.
W: I used to. I’ve been out of Germany for quite a long time. Haven’t seen her for ages, either.
M: But you’ve kept her in touch
W: For a while, yes. But we haven’t written for the past few years.
M: Did the letter surprise you
W: Yes. A little bit.
M: What did she say in her letter
W: She said she’d be coming over to England next month and asked if she could stay with me for a few days.
6、答案：C
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7、答案：A
解析：M: Hello, Alice. What’s the matter
W: I’ve been here for two hours. Can you spare me a few minutes
M: Right now
W: Yes. I’d like to have a word with you about my job.
M: Sorry. I’m afraid I can’t, for I must go to the airport to meet Mr. Brown now.
W: What about this time tomorrow
M: OK. This time tomorrow then. See you!
W: See you!
8、答案：B
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9、答案：B
解析：M: Hello, again, everyone. Last week we invited the American writer Norah Levy to talk about how our position in the family affects our personality. She discussed the first-born child’s personality with us. Today we invite her to continue the topic. Now let’s welcome Norah.
W: Thank you, everybody.
M: So, Norah, what are the personalities of the middle children
W: Well, they depend on themselves and they are usually competitive.
M: Competitive
W: Yes, because they have to fight with their brothers and sisters for their parents’ attention. And they like being with people because they always have other children to play with.
M: And the youngest children
W: If you’re the youngest in a family, you’ll probably be quite a relaxed person. On the other hand, the youngest children are often unwilling to do something for other members. This is because they always have their older brothers and sisters to help them.
M: That’s interesting. Thank you, Norah.
10、答案：C
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11、答案：B
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12、答案：B
解析：M: Hi, Vivian, do you have time to talk
W: Yes, Nick. What’s up
M: Before I begin, I want you to know that I’m not here to complain. I’m here to ask for your help.
W: Okay, what is it about
M: It’s Dave. He has had bad behavior when working with the team.
W: Dave Burton
M: Yes. He’s good at his job. But some of the things he did brought negative effects to the office.
W: Really Can you be more specific
M: Last week, Anne didn’t agree to his proposal in a meeting. So he spoke to her so rudely and irresponsibly. It was very unprofessional and affected other people.
W: Have you talked with him about this
M: Yes, but it seemed my efforts were in vain.
W: Okay. Fill in this form to report. Then I’ll send it to Human Resources.
13、答案：A
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14、答案：B
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15、答案：A
解析：W: I can’t take it!
M: What’s wrong
W: I have been taking two English classes in order to graduate early. But now, I have two essays to turn in on the same day.
M: Have you started writing either one
W: No. I haven’t even finished the books! One is The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. It’s very sad.
M: I’ve never read it, but I’ve seen it in the library. It’s long!
W: I know. Luckily, the other book I have to read is much shorter. It’s The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway.
M: I love that book! Helpfully, you enjoy reading it... Well, I should let you get back to your homework.
W: OK. I hope I can finish.
M: Don’t worry. At least you don’t have to write a research paper like I do!
16、答案：C
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17、答案：A
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18、答案：B
解析：W: David, do you want to go camping with us this weekend
M: I really want to go, but I cannot join you.
W: Why
M: Our school asked us to take part in a clean-up in the National Forest Park this Saturday. Everyone should go and participate in it.
W: Why does your school organize such an event
M: It wants to help clean up all the rubbish at the park and encourage us to protect the environment. Besides, it wants to draw the public’s attention to environmental issues.
W: Great! I think it is really important to keep the environment clean.
M: I totally agree. Today, pollution has become a very big problem.
W: Yes. Great efforts should be made to reduce pollution.
M: I agree. So where are you going camping this weekend
W: In the countryside. After raining for a week, it finally clears up. I’m sure we’ll have a great time.
19、答案：B
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20、答案：C
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21、答案：①bush fires②22.2/two③dry and cloudy④a calm wind⑤ocean
解析：This week’s weather in Australia is going to be hot. There is already a warning in place for the east coast of New South Wales as bush fires spread. The temperature is expected to reach a great height of 38 degrees, 5 degrees hotter than this time last year.
Meanwhile in the rain forest in northern Queensland, at least 2 inches of rain are expected to fall over the next 24 hours. A further 10 inches are predicted over the week ahead. Residents should expect flash floods on roads and only travel if essential to do so.
The Northern Territory will see some of this rain as the clouds move in a south-west direction. However, they should only experience light showers, and it will remain dry and cloudy until Friday evening. It should then brighten up over the weekend, with highs of 32 degrees in some parts.
With all the wild weather of the east coast, the west coast is looking calm. Those living in Perth will enjoy warm weather with highs of 30 degrees. A calm wind may become stronger towards the end of the week. As we go further up the coast towards Geraldton, we see rain showers coming in from the ocean, but these should disappear by Thursday.
22、答案：D
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：一天清晨，突然，一声响亮的敲门声把我吵醒了。A. scream尖叫；B. explosion爆炸；C. alarm闹钟；D. knock敲门声。根据下文“Looking through the window, I saw two young ladies in working clothes holding brochures(透过窗户望去，我看到两位穿着工作服的年轻女士拿着宣传册)”可知门外有人敲门，故选D项。
23、答案：A
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：透过窗户望去，我看到两位穿着工作服的年轻女士拿着宣传册。A. brochures宣传册；B. plates盘子；C. packages包裹；D. letters信件。根据下文“Coughing, I poked my head out and informed them that I wasn’t the slightest bit interested in any products on their leaflets and that I was feeling quite unwell.(咳嗽着，我探出头来，告诉他们我对他们传单上的任何产品都不感兴趣，而且我感觉很不舒服)”可知，门外的女士拿的是广告宣传册，故选A项。
24、答案：D
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这是我今天最不需要的，我对自己说。A. exact准确的；B. very正是；C. only唯一的；D. last最后的。根据下文“I breathed a sigh of impatience and then shut the door hard(我不耐烦地叹了一口气，然后用力关上门)”可知，作者感冒并重，需要好好休息，却被很大的敲门声吵醒，看到两位女士手里拿着宣传册误以为是发广告的，感到很不耐烦，the last为固定用法，表示“最不……”，与句子表达的含义一致，故选D项。
25、答案：B
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：我犹豫了一下，打开了门。A. panic恐慌；B. hesitation犹豫；C. confusion混淆；D. curiosity好奇心。根据上文“This is the last thing I needed today(这是我今天最不需要的)”可知，作者看到女士手里的广告宣传册，知道是发广告的，很不喜欢，所以犹豫了一下，故选B项。
26、答案：C
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：咳嗽着，我探出头，告诉他们我对他们传单上的任何产品都不感兴趣，而且我感觉很不舒服。A. persuades说服；B. promised承诺；C. informed告知；D. reminded提醒。根据下文“I wasn’t the slightest bit interested in any products on their leaflets and that I was feeling quite unwell(我对他们传单上的任何产品都不感兴趣，而且我感觉很不舒服)”可知，这是作者告诉两位女士的内容，故选C项。
27、答案：B
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：我不耐烦地叹了一口气，然后用力关上门。A. appreciation感激；B. impatience不耐烦；C. strength优点；D. regret遗憾。根据下文“shut the door hard(用力关上门)”可知作者感到很不耐烦，故选B项。
28、答案：C
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：两位女士默默地离开了。A. stayed停留；B. watched看；C. left离开；D. hid藏。根据下文“There at the door were the same two ladies, back again(门口还是那两位女士，又回来了)”可知，空白处说的是两位女士离开了，故选C项。
29、答案：D
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这一次我非常恼火，打开门准备对她们发火。A. determined下定决心的；B. amused被逗笑的；C. committed忠诚的；D. annoyed恼怒的；根据上文“shut the door hard(用力关上门)”以及下文“There at the door were the same two ladies, back again(门口还是那两位女士，又回来了)”可知作者本来就已经不耐烦了，再次被打扰感到很恼怒，故选D项。
30、答案：A
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我还没来得及说话，两位女士脸上带着不安的表情，递给我一个看起来像盘子的东西，说：“很抱歉我们早些时候打扰了你。A. anxious不安的；B. depressed情绪低落的；C. frightened吓坏了的；D. pleasant令人愉快的。根据上文“I opened the door ready to give them a piece of my mind(打开门准备对她们发火)”可知，两位女士看到作者想要发火，感到不安，故选A项。
31、答案：B
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：很抱歉前面打扰您。A. scared使害怕；B. disturbed打扰；C. injured使受伤；D. visited参观。根据上文“There at the door were the same two ladies, back again(门口还是那两位女士，又回来了)”可知两位女士返回了作者家门口，很有礼貌地对上次打扰表示歉意，故选B项。
32、答案：C
解析：考查副词词义辨析。句意：希望它能让你感觉好一点。A. Fortunately幸运地；B. Apparently显而易见地；C. Hopefully抱有希望地；D. Certainly当然。根据下文“it will make you feel a little better(它能让你感觉好一点)”可知，这是两位女士送鸡汤的目的，希望能让作者感觉好一点，故选C项。
33、答案：C
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：作为这个地区的新人，我认识的人不多，没几个能帮我忙的，所以我更加感激他们来帮助我。A. watchful警觉的；B. motivated有积极性的；C. grateful感激的；D. nervous紧张的。根据上文“Being new to the area, I didn’t know many people who could help(作为这个地区的新人，我认识的人不多，没几个能帮我忙的)”可知，作者刚到这个地区，认识的能帮忙的人很少，更加感恩主动帮忙的人，故选C项。
34、答案：A
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：这两位女士改变了我对来推销产品的陌生人的看法。A. transformed改变；B. maintained保持；C. recognized辨认出；D. convinced说服。根据下文“They truly deserve my appreciation for their kindness towards a stranger.(他们对陌生人的友善真的值得我感恩)”可知，作者由之前的对推销人员的感到不耐烦，到后来的感恩她们的善良，说明作者转变了对推销人员的看法，故选A项。
35、答案：B
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们对陌生人的友善真的值得我感恩。A. expect期待；B. deserve值得；C. accept接受；D. influence影响。根据上文“I was all the more grateful that they came to my aid(我更加感激他们来帮助我)”可知作者认为推销人员的善良值得作者的感恩，故选B项。
36、答案：D
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. forgiveness原谅；B. tolerance容忍；C. understanding理解；D. kindness善良。根据上文“We thought you may like this homemade chicken soup. Hopefully, it will make you feel a little better.(我们想你可能会喜欢这道自制的鸡汤。希望它能让你感觉好一点)”可知，两位女士得知作者生病后，送来鸡汤，表现出了善良的品质，故选D项。
37、答案：B
解析：推理判断题。根据第二段“However, I turned to photography as a way for me to continue exploring my passion for sport. Taking photos also allowed me to connect with people, sound their voices and challenge social norms(规范).”(然而，我转向了摄影，以此来继续探索我对体育的热情。拍照也让我能够与人们建立联系，发出他们的声音，挑战社会规范。)可知，作者是一名摄影师。故选B项。
38、答案：C
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段“Then I try to involve the subjects I photograph by doing interviews with them and asking how they would like to share their stories with sports.”(然后，我试着让我拍摄的对象参与进来，采访他们，问他们想如何分享他们的体育故事。)可知，作者通过了解他们自己的故事与她的主题建立了联系。故选C项。
39、答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据最后一段“ She is also passionate about getting women into boxing, not just for the physical elements, but also mental health.”(她还热衷于让女性参与拳击运动，不仅是为了身体因素，还为了心理健康。)可知，Mav认为拳击让她的身心得到锻炼。故选B项。
40、答案：A
解析：主旨大意题。根据第三段“To fill the gap, I’m trying to do my own art project People, Place and Sport.”(为了填补这一空白，我正在尝试做我自己的艺术项目《人、地点和运动》)可知，文章主要讲的是一个艺术项目。故选A项。
41、答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据第二段中的“First and most obviously, it had made the batteries in electric cars cheaper and longer-lasting. And brilliantly, because electric batteries are improving so dramatically, we can already see the results. Last September, 15 per cent of all new vehicle registrations were pure electric vehicles.(首先也是最明显的是,它使电动汽车中的电池更便宜、更耐用。而且非常出色的是,由于电池正在大幅改善,我们已经可以看到结果。去年9月,所有新车登记中有15%是纯电动汽车)”可知,电动汽车的电池变得更便宜且更耐用,所以现在电动汽车跑得更远,其实用性更强,因此电动汽车注册用户开始增加。故选B。
42、答案：C
解析：词义猜测题。根据上文“Storing energy has always been a problem for the grid.(储存能量一直是电网的难题)”及“But better batteries make it technologically and economically viable to store large amounts of energy from the grid.(但更好的电池使得从电网存储大量能量在技术和经济上都是……。)”中的“But”可知,更好的电池可以解决当前只有少量的发电被储存的问题。由此可知,画线词意为“可行的,行得通的”。故选C。
43、答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的“They can also help us decarbonise the entire national grid.(它们还可以帮助我们实现整个国家电网的脱碳)”和最后一段中的“Batteries may not be as flashy(华丽的) as phones, rockets or other new technologies, but when it comes to technology to fight climate change, they're definitely leading the charge.(电池可能不像手机、火箭或其他新技术那样华丽,但在应对气候变化的技术方面,它们绝对是领先的可知,作者认为电池技术能帮助减少碳排放,能有力地帮助解决全球气候问题,即可以让世界更环保。)故选B。
44、答案：B
解析：主旨大意题。根据第二段中的“First and most obviously, it had made the batteries in electric cars cheaper and longer-lasting.(首先也是最明显的是,它使电动汽车中的电池更便宜、更持久)”,第三段中的“They can also help us decarbonise the entire national grid.(它们还可以帮助我们实现整个国家电网的脱碳)”和第四段中的“This would take power from the grid (or maybe even solar panels on the roof), and power appliances and lights in our homes at the times when demand for electricity is high. Home batteries are not yet as established as electric cars, but they are also growing in popularity.(这将从电网(甚至屋顶上的太阳能电池板)获取电力,并在电力需求高的时候为我们家中的电器和灯供电。家用电池还没有像电动汽车那样成熟,但它们也越来越受欢迎)”可知,作者一直在强调电池变得更好、更受欢迎,从而也让更多人受益;再根据最后一段中的“So, given how much technology has improved batteries over the last decade, I can't help but be strangely optimistic about the future.(因此,考虑到过去十年中技术对电池的改进程度,我不禁对未来感到异常乐观)”可知,作者对电池的前景充满乐观与希望。故B项“电池越来越好”适合作本文标题。故选B。
45、答案：B
解析：词义猜测题。根据画线词前“...he was worried about his family’s effect on the environment.”(他担心他的家庭对环境的影响。)及下文提到的利用巨型红杉树吸收二氧化碳的内容可推断，消除碳足迹的最好方法是种植巨大的红杉树，由此可推知，画线词的意思与Remove(移除)的意思接近。故选B。
46、答案：A
解析：细节理解题。第二段提到“Giant sequoias are ideal for capturing carbon dioxide because they continue to grow consistently for centuries, storing CO2 over time. General Sherman, the world’s largest sequoia tree, has stored an estimated 1,500 tons of CO2 in its trunk over the last 2,200 years and could live another 800 years. The average human could generate close to 1,000 tons of CO2 over their lifetime, so planting one giant sequoia could effectively reduce the carbon footprint of more than one person.”(巨红杉是捕获二氧化碳的理想选择，因为它们可以持续生长几个世纪，随着时间的推移储存二氧化碳。General Sherman是世界上最大的红杉树，在过去的2200年里，它的树干里储存了大约1500吨二氧化碳，并且可以再活800年。普通人一生中会产生近1000吨的二氧化碳，因此种植一棵巨大的红杉可以有效地减少不止一个人的碳足迹。)由此判断，第二段以General Sherman为例说明巨型红杉树吸收二氧化碳的能力。故选A。
47、答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段“After realizing the power giant sequoias have to fight climate change, Emson devoted his life to planting thousands in the UK by creating the One Life One Tree project.”(在意识到巨型红杉对抗气候变化的力量后，埃姆森毕生致力于在英国种植成千上万棵红杉，创建了“一生一棵树”项目。)可知，Henry Emson发起这个项目的目的是通过植树来保护环境。故选A。
48、答案：C
解析：推理判断题。第五段提到“According to One Tree One Life, 95% of the old-growth sequoia population has been logged over the past two centuries and what remains is under threat from climate change. ‘A 10 year drought and temperature increase have greatly damaged the health of the trees. A secondary impact of the drought is making them increasingly susceptible(易受影响的) to insect attack and fire’(根据“一棵树一世”的说法，在过去的两个世纪里，95%的老红杉被砍伐了，剩下的红杉也受到了气候变化的威胁。“10年多的干旱和气温上升极大地损害了树木的健康。干旱的二次影响使他们越来越容易受到昆虫袭击和火灾的影响”)由此判断，加利福尼亚的巨型红杉树的生存现状面临气候威胁。最后一段提到“Emson’s work also benefits these trees. “They’re like climate refugees(难民)—we help them with assisted migration”(埃姆森的工作也使这些树木受益。“他们就像气候难民，我们帮助他们协助移民”)由此判断，Henry Emson的工作是在救助这些“难民”，由此可推断，Henry Emson的工作有助于巨型红杉树更好地生存。故选C。
49、答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据第四段“History gives us the opportunity to learn from others’ past mistakes. It helps us understand the many reasons why people may behave the way they do. As a result, it helps us become smarter as decision-makers.(历史给了我们从别人过去的错误中学习的机会。它帮助我们理解人们行为方式的许多原因。因此，它帮助我们成为更聪明的决策者)”可知，作者认为历史有助于我们做出正确的决定，因为我们可以从别人过去的错误中吸取教训。故选A。
50、答案：B
解析：词句猜测题。根据画线词上文“In the study of history we will need to conduct research. This gives us the opportunity to look at two kinds of sources—primary (written at the time) and secondary sources (written about a time period, after the fact).”以及后文“between reliable and unreliable sources”可知，在学习历史时，我们需要进行研究。这让我们有机会看看两种来源—主要来源(写于当时)和次要来源(写于事后某个时期)。这种做法可以教会我们如何辨别可靠和不可靠的信息来源。故画线词意思是“辨别”。故选B。
51、答案：C
解析：推理判断题。根据最后一段“It’s incredibly important to learn to question the quality of the information and ‘history’ we are learning. Keep these two questions in mind as we read through information: How do I know what I’m reading are facts and accurate information Could they be the writer’s opinions (学会质疑我们正在学习的信息和“历史”的质量是非常重要的。当我们阅读信息时，请记住这两个问题：我怎么知道我所读的是事实和准确的信息 它们会是作者的观点吗 )”可推知，文章最后提到了这两个问题是为了强调历史信息的质量。故选C。
52、答案：D
解析：主旨大意题。根据第一段“History is important to study because it is essential for all of us in understanding ourselves and the world around us. And in my opinion, studying history benefits beyond history itself, because it helps develop and refine our skills through studying history.(学习历史很重要，因为它对我们所有人了解我们自己和我们周围的世界至关重要。在我看来，学习历史的好处不仅仅是历史本身，因为它有助于通过学习历史来发展和完善我们的技能)”结合文章论述了学习历史的好处。可知，D选项“学习历史的价值”最符合文章标题。故选D。
53、答案：It can save more energy./It can cut some homes’ energy use.
解析：考查细节理解。根据第二段“Wright Rudy, a builder and energy-efficiency expert who has done a number of home designs, says you can save more energy than you might think. He helps homeowners get energy savings of up to 75 percent when he’s able to rework a house perfectly.(Wright Rudy是一名建筑商和节能专家，他做过许多家居设计，他说，你可以节省的能源比你想象的要多。当他能够完美地改造房子时，他帮助房主节省了高达75%的能源)”可知，Wright的温室能带来的好处是可以节省更多的能源。故答案为It can save more energy. / It can cut some homes’ energy use.
54、答案：He advises us to carefully arrange windows and skylights.
解析：考查细节理解。根据倒数第二段“Instead of using the traditional way—ceiling fans, Wright suggests careful arrangements of windows and skylights as one option. Skylights are terrific because they’re located at a high point in the room, which allows warm air to rise out while cooler outdoor air comes in through an open window.(Wright建议，与其使用传统的吊扇，不如仔细布置窗户和天窗。天窗非常棒，因为它们位于房间的高点，可以让热空气上升，而室外的冷空气可以通过打开的窗户进入)”可知，他建议我们仔细布置窗户和天窗来保持屋子凉爽。故答案为He advises us to carefully arrange windows and skylights.
55、答案：Solved/Settled.
解析：考查词句猜测。根据倒数第二段“Instead of using the traditional way—ceiling fans, Wright suggests careful arrangements of windows and skylights as one option. Skylights are terrific because they’re located at a high point in the room, which allows warm air to rise out while cooler outdoor air comes in through an open window.(Wright建议，与其使用传统的吊扇，不如仔细布置窗户和天窗。天窗非常棒，因为它们位于房间的高点，可以让热空气上升，而室外的冷空气可以通过打开的窗户进入)”以及画线词后文“by improving natural ventilation (通风)”可知，冷却问题可以通过改善自然通风来解决。故画线词意思是“解决”，此处应用过去分词与be动词构成情态动词的被动。故答案为Solved/Settled.
56、答案：Because he thinks his designs are cost-effective and environmentally safe.
解析：考查细节理解。根据最后一段“Wright says green concept for homes is the wave of the future. ‘I believe that within the next few years we needn’t bum fuels inside our houses any more. Our designs are cost-effective and environmentally safe. In this sense, our designs will surely address the future. Realistically, we need to be planning for that now.’(Wright说，绿色住宅概念是未来的潮流。“我相信，在未来几年内，我们不再需要在家里燃烧燃料。我们的设计具有成本效益和环境安全。从这个意义上说，我们的设计必将面向未来。实际上，我们现在需要为此做好计划。)”可知，Wright会有绿色住宅的想法是因为他认为他的设计既省钱又环保。故答案为Because he thinks his designs are cost-effective and environmentally safe.
57、答案：
Dear schoolmates,
As the smog frequently hits our city, the importance of protecting environment can never be ignored. Now I appeal to you to start from now.
The first thing we can do is to reduce waste as possible as we can. Buying things more than we can use is not a good habit. Besides, it is necessary to turn off the light when we leave the classroom. Finally, it would be better if we walk or ride to school, which not only reduce the traffic pressure but also reduce the harmful gases.
Let’s join our hands and take action immediately in an environmentally friendly way. Only in this way can we make the world a better place to live in.
The Students’ Union