张家界市2023年普通高中一年级第二学期期末联考
英语试题卷
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考号填写在答题卡上。
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3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. How does Abel feel
A. Pleased. B. Confused. C. Disappointed.
2. What will the woman do next
A. Play more. B. Study harder. C. Meet classmates.
3. How is the weather now
A. Sunny. B. Cloudy. C. Rainy.
4. What bags are on sale
A. The red ones. B. The green ones. C. The yellow ones.
5. When will the woman come to the man’s party
A. At 7:40 pm. B. At 8:00 pm. C. At 8:20 pm.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
6. What does the man like
A. The reasonable price. B. The cellphone’s design. C. The cellphone’s functions.
7. How much will the cellphone cost the man
A. 2, 000 dollars. B. 1, 800 dollars. C. 1,600 dollars.
听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
8. Where is the man working now
A. In a library. B. In a factory. C. In a bookstore.
9. What can we know about the man’s former job
A. He was very busy.
B. He was better paid.
C. He could read when he was free.
10. What does the woman invite the man to do
A. See a film with her.
B. Have dinner with her family.
C. Visit her friend from the US.
听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
11. What does Alice like reading best in the newspapers
A. News. B. Sports. C. Entertainment.
12. Why is Alice reading the newspapers now
A. To look for a job. B. To find a high school. C. To hunt for news about stars.
13. What does Henry advise Alice to do
A. Stay at home. B. Stop studying. C. Go to university.
听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
14. How old will Mike be this Saturday
A. 8. B. 18. C. 80.
15. Where does Mike want to celebrate his birthday
A. In a bar. B. In his home. C. In a restaurant.
16. Which of the following does Judy suggest buying
A. Drinks. B. Flowers. C. A salad.
17. When will Mike order a cake
A. On Saturday morning. B. On Saturday afternoon. C. On Sunday morning.
听下面一段独白，回答小题。
18. Why does the speaker attend English classes at a language program
A. To get a good job there.
B. To make more foreign friends.
C. To improve his communication skills.
19. How many classes does the speaker have a day
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five.
20. What plays an important role in adjusting to a new culture
A. Practice. B. Talent. C. Skills.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Essex Library Services Reading Friends
What is the role about
Reading Friends is an exciting UK-wide programme from The Reading Agency. It’s been piloted in some other parts of the country over the last few years and now is being extended to Essex.
Developed with funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, Reading Friends deals with loneliness by bringing people together to read, chat and share stories. Essex Library Services is looking for volunteers to support the roll- out of the Reading Friends programme across Essex.
What will it involve
*Chatting to people, either one to one, or in groups, using reading to get people talking. Contact will be via phone or computer initially. After restrictions are lifted, it is planned to do in-person sessions (活动时间) in libraries.
*Using reading — whether books, magazines, newspapers, or anything else — to start conversations. Nothing needs to be read before the session.
What skills and experience do you need
*An interest in people
*Good communication and people skills
*Love of books and reading is not necessary, but would be a bonus
What will you get from volunteering
*The satisfaction of contributing to the community and potentially preventing loneliness
*The chance to share the joy of reading
*Develop your experience and skills to enhance your resume (简历)
*A certificate of appreciation for coming along and helping out, which looks great on a resume
1. Who does the Reading Friends programme aim to help
A. People feeling lonely. B. People wanting to change a job.
C People wanting to publish their stories. D. People having special educational needs.
2. What is a requirement for potential volunteers
A. Having previous work experience. B. Reading related books in advance.
C. Living in restrictions-lifted areas. D. Being communicative.
3. What will the volunteers get from their volunteering
A. A trip to Essex. B. A certificate of appreciation.
C. A fund from the government. D. An opportunity to work in libraries.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍的是Essex Library Services的一项阅读计划项目Reading Friends的相关信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据What is the role about 部分中的“Developed with funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, Reading Friends deals with loneliness by bringing people together to read, chat and share stories.(在国家彩票社区基金的资助下，阅读朋友通过将人们聚集在一起阅读，聊天和分享故事来解决孤独感)”可知，该项目通过阅读把人们聚在一起，来解决孤独问题。故选A项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据What skills and experience do you need 部分中的“Good communication and people skills(在国家彩票社区基金的资助下，阅读朋友通过将人们聚集在一起阅读，聊天和分享故事来解决孤独感)”可知，做志愿者需要沟通和交际能力，所以志愿者擅长交流。故选D项。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据What will you get from volunteering 部分中的“A certificate of appreciation for coming along and helping out, which looks great on a resume(感谢自己来帮忙的感谢证书，在简历上看起来很棒)”可知，从事志愿者工作的人们由于帮助别人而发一个感谢状。故选B项。
B
On August 15th, in the tiny farming town of Frost, Minnesota, Scott Legried was driving his pick-up truck when a puppy ran in front of him. Changing the direction suddenly to avoid the puppy, Scott’s truck rolled over and he was severely injured.
“I got knocked out and when I finally recovered consciousness, I couldn’t move,” Scott said. “I couldn’t even reach up to get my cellphone from the dashboard of my truck. I remember saying, ‘I’ mgoing to need some help here in the next 5 or 10 minutes.’”
And that help came. A strange driver Tim Steer called 911. He was rushed to the closest hospital, and then airlifted to the Mayo Clinic, where he stayed for the next several weeks. Tim visited Scott in the hospital several times and took him out for a drive after his shoulder surgery in August.
The October harvest was only six weeks away, and Scott had 600 acres of soybeans (大豆) and corn to harvest. Not harvesting them in time could destroy his crops, his sole means of income. Who would maintain and harvest his corn and soybean crops And because Scott lives alone, who would care for his dogs, and maintain his home and yard This town of 198people did. While volunteers checked his home, mowed his lawn, and fed his dogs, 18 farmers conducted the harvest. Farmers in Frost, Minnesota, gathered to harvest Scott’s soybean crops on October 4th.
Scott plans to plant his new crops next spring. If he needs help, he knows where to findit. “Frost really is the heartland of America,” he said. “One day, I hope I’m able to pay the favor back.”
4. Why did Scott have an accident
A. He felt a sudden pain. B. He didn’t want to hurt a dog.
C. He was hurrying to meet Tim. D. He was not familiar with his car.
5. What do we know about Scott
A. He is a farmer.
B. He has known Tim for many years.
C. He recovered fully before the harvest time.
D. He kept conscious after the accident happened.
6. How was Scott helped by people in his town
A. They gathered soybean crops for him.
B. They often visited him in the hospital.
C They provided food and clothes for him.
D. They offered him soybean seeds for free.
7. What will Scott do in the future according to the last paragraph
A. Drive more carefully. B. Help other farmers in need.
C. Plant no soybean crops at all. D. Spend more time with his neighbors.
【答案】4. B 5. A 6. A 7. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了农民Scott Legried出事故住院了，镇上的人们自发为他收割大豆来帮助他，Scott希望自己将来可以报答这些人。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“On August 15th, in the tiny farming town of Frost, Minnesota, Scott Legried was driving his pick-up truck when a puppy ran in front of him. Changing the direction suddenly to avoid the puppy, Scott’s truck rolled over and he was severely injured.(8月15日，在明尼苏达州弗罗斯特的一个农业小镇上，斯科特·莱格里德开着他的小货车，突然一只小狗跑到了他的前面。突然改变方向以避开小狗，斯科特的卡车翻了，他受了重伤)”可知，斯科特会出事是因为他不想伤害狗。故选B。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“The October harvest was only six weeks away, and Scott had 600 acres of soybeans (大豆) and corn to harvest. Not harvesting them in time could destroy his crops, his sole means of income.(距离10月的收成只有六个星期了，斯科特有600英亩的大豆和玉米要收获。不及时收割会毁掉他的庄稼，这是他唯一的收入来源)”可知，斯科特是一个农民。故选A。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“While volunteers checked his home, mowed his lawn, and fed his dogs, 18 farmers conducted the harvest. Farmers in Frost, Minnesota, gathered to harvest Scott’s soybean crops on October 4th.(当志愿者检查他的家，修剪草坪，喂他的狗时，18个农民在收割。10月4日，明尼苏达州弗罗斯特的农民们聚集在一起收割斯科特的大豆作物)”可知，镇上人们为斯科特收割大豆来帮助他。故选A。
【7题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“One day, I hope I’m able to pay the favor back.(我希望有一天我能报答你们)”可知，斯科特将来会帮助其他需要帮助的农民。故选B。
C
Shaping, drying, glazing and firing... in less than 5 minutes, a mini vase only millimeters in size starts to take shape as viewers watch on. As the founder of a miniature ceramics (微型陶瓷) studio, Wang Wenhua never expected that his works would surprise viewers in China, let alone those abroad, and that his short videos would earn over 45 million views and 4.2 million likes on a video application.
Having worked in China’s “Porcelain Capital (瓷都)” Jingdezhen in East China’s Jiangxi Province for 14 years, Wang said he had once seen the world’s biggest ceramic here but he had never seen the smallest, so he decided one day to try something different—making micro porcelain.
Things were not easy in the beginning, and many people doubted him. “They called me crazy and mocked me when I went to factories and asked them to help make miniature tools for me to create micro pottery. Even my wife did not support me,” Wang said.
However, Wang did not give up and after about half a year of experimentation, Wang finally made miniature tools on his own and was able to complete his first miniature porcelain—a vase.
According to Wang, the key to making a miniature ceramic work is concentration and a pair of steady hands. After numerous attempts, Wang found that the smallest works he could get were about 2 millimeters in size. “It would probably miss my original intention if I made micro pottery using a microscope, so I have focused more attention on making the smaller pieces more beautiful and complex,” said Wang.
The smallest vase that Wang has made is a bowl only 2 millimeters tall, 3 millimeters wide and 1 millimeter thick. Wang says he plans to apply for the Guinness World Records for the world’s smallest pottery work.
8. What inspired Wang Wenhua to make micro porcelain
A. The high expectations of the viewers.
B. The popularity of his videos on a video application.
C. His decision to make something different.
D. The responsibility of the founder of the studio.
9. Which words can best describe Wang Wenhua
A. Ambitious and wise. B. Brilliant and wealthy.
C. Talented and stubborn. D. Determined and focused.
10. What plays a significant role in Wang producing a miniature ceramic work
A. Using a microscope in his work. B. Advanced tools made by himself.
C. Carrying out numerous experiments. D. Attention on a thing and steady hands.
11. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear
A. Art. B. Fashion. C. Education. D. Psychology.
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. D 11. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了微型陶瓷工作室的创始人王文华开始制作微瓷器的原因以及经过。
8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Having worked in China’s “Porcelain Capital” Jingdezhen in East China’s Jiangxi Province for 14 years, Wang said he had once seen the world’s biggest ceramic here but he had never seen the smallest, so he decided one day to try something different — making micro porcelain. (在中国东部江西省的“瓷都”景德镇工作了14年之后，王说他曾经在这里看到过世界上最大的陶瓷，但从未见过最小的，所以有一天他决定尝试不同的东西——制作微瓷器)”可知，王文华做微瓷器是因为他决定做一些不同的东西。故选C。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“However, Wang did not give up and after about half a year of experimentation, Wang finally made miniature tools on his own and was able to complete his first miniature porcelain — a vase. (然而，王并没有放弃，经过大约半年的实验，他终于自己制作了微型工具，并完成了他的第一个微型瓷器——花瓶)”以及第五段中““It would probably miss my original intention if I made micro pottery using a microscope, so I have focused more attention on making the smaller pieces more beautiful and complex, ”said Wang. (“如果我用显微镜制作微陶器，可能会错过我的初衷，所以我把更多的注意力放在让小陶器更漂亮、更复杂上，”王说)”可推知，王文华有决心和专注。故选D。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段中“According to Wang, the key to making a miniature ceramic work is concentration and a pair of steady hands. (据王说，制作微型陶瓷作品的关键是专注和一双稳定的手)”可知，在制作微型陶瓷作品的过程中，专注一件事情和手稳起着重要的作用。故选D。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“As the founder of a miniature ceramics studio, Wang Wenhua never expected that his work would surprise viewers in China let alone those abroad, and that his short videos would earn over 45 million views and 4.2 million likes on Douyin, the Chinese version of Tik Tok. (作为一家微型陶瓷工作室的创始人，王文华从未想到自己的作品会让国内观众感到惊讶，更不用说国外了。他的短视频在中国版抖音上获得了4500万点击量和420万点赞)”结合文章主要介绍了微型陶瓷工作室的创始人王文华开始制作微瓷器的原因以及经过。可推知，这篇文章可能出现在报纸的“艺术”版面。故选A。
D
Do you know that the oldest tree is a 5, 000-year old bristlecone pine (狐尾松) located in the forests of Nevada Unfortunately, many of these precious old-growth trees are starting to disappear from our planet. The term old-growth refers to trees that are 150 years or older. This means that many of the trees on the Earth today are younger, smaller, and have shorter lifespans.
As the Earth’s temperature warms up due to climate change, it is having unintended effects on the world’s forests. When temperatures rise, trees close their pores (气孔) to prevent the loss of moisture, and this, in turn, slows down the process of photosynthesis (光合作用). As a result, these trees are shorter and grow slowly, as well as have a high deathrate. Climate change also increases the possibility of droughts and wildfires. After wildfires, it takes a while for the forest ecosystems to recover, and in some cases, the forests are lost permanently. Trees that are stressed are also susceptible (易受影响的) to attacks by bacteria (细菌). Finally, humans have changed the forest landscape through logging (伐木).
There are some who claim that increased greenhouse gas emission is helping trees grow faster because CO2, is needed for photosynthesis. While some younger trees may benefit from this, we are seeing significantly more loss of forests than gain.
Old-growth forests are a storehouse of carbon, and when they die, the stored CO2, is released into the air worsening the greenhouse effect. Older forests have higher biodiversity, which is beneficial as each organism has a role to play and there is a wide variety of species. As these forests disappear, species that once called them “home” are forced to relocate, affecting the biodiversity of those ecosystems. Unfortunately, some endangered species are unable to adapt and go extinct.
With trees dying continuously, will future generations miss out on the wonders of forests
12. What is the main idea of the second paragraph
A. Why bacteria may attack old trees. B. What leads to the rising temperatures.
C. Why old-growth forests are disappearing. D. How global warming causes natural disasters.
13. What does the underlined word “them” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. Species. B. Older forests. C. Organisms. D. Roles organisms play.
14. The last sentence of the text is actually____________.
A. a doubt B. a warning C. a blame D. a suggestion
15. What is the author’s purpose of writing this text
A. To urge people to reduce gas emission. B. To explain the greenhouse effect on trees.
C. To introduce the process of photosynthesis. D. To call on people to protect old-growth trees.
【答案】12. C 13. B 14. B 15. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了古树正在消失，今天地球上的许多树木都更年轻，更小，寿命更短。文章解释了为什么古老森林正在消失以及古老森林的重要性。
【12题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段“As the Earth’s temperature warms up due to climate change, it is having unintended effects on the world’s forests. When temperatures rise, trees close their pores (气孔) to prevent the loss of moisture, and this, in turn, slows down the process of photosynthesis (光合作用). As a result, these trees are shorter and grow slowly, as well as have a high deathrate. Climate change also increases the possibility of droughts and wildfires. After wildfires, it takes a while for the forest ecosystems to recover, and in some cases, the forests are lost permanently. Trees that are stressed are also susceptible (易受影响的) to attacks by bacteria (细菌). Finally, humans have changed the forest landscape through logging (伐木). (由于气候变化导致地球温度升高，这对世界森林产生了意想不到的影响。当温度升高时，树木会关闭气孔以防止水分流失，而这反过来又会减缓光合作用的过程。因此，这些树较矮，生长缓慢，死亡率也很高。气候变化也增加了干旱和野火的可能性。野火过后，森林生态系统需要一段时间才能恢复，在某些情况下，森林会永久消失。受到压力的树木也容易受到细菌的攻击。最后，人类通过伐木改变了森林景观)”可知，第二段的主旨是为什么古老森林正在消失。故选C。
【13题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线词上文“Older forests have higher biodiversity, which is beneficial as each organism has a role to play and there is a wide variety of species.(古老森林具有更高的生物多样性，这是有益的，因为每种生物都可以发挥作用，而且此处物种种类繁多)”可知古老森林是许多物种的家园，以及划线词所在句“As these forests disappear, species that once called them “home” are forced to relocate, affecting the biodiversity of those ecosystems”可知，随着古老森林的消失，曾经把古老森林称为“家园”的物种被迫搬迁，影响了这些生态系统的生物多样性。故划线词指的是“古老森林”。故选B。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“With trees dying continuously, will future generations miss out on the wonders of forests (随着树木的不断死亡，子孙后代会错过森林的奇观吗？)”结合文章主要说明了古树正在消失，今天地球上的许多树木都更年轻，更小，寿命更短。文章解释了为什么古老森林正在消失以及古老森林的重要性。可推知，作者通过文章最后一句反问来警告人们失去古树的后果。故选B。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“Unfortunately, many of these precious old-growth trees are starting to disappear from our planet.(不幸的是，许多珍贵的古树正开始从我们的星球上消失。)”和倒数第二段“Old-growth forests are a storehouse of carbon, and when they die, the stored CO2, is released into the air worsening the greenhouse effect.(古老森林是碳的仓库，当它们死亡时，储存的二氧化碳被释放到空气中，加剧了温室效应)”结合文章主要说明了古树正在消失，今天地球上的许多树木都更年轻，更小，寿命更短。文章解释了为什么古老森林正在消失以及古老森林的重要性。可推知，作者写这篇文章的目的是呼吁人们保护古树。故选D。
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面的短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Way’s to Make a Great First Impression
You’ve heard it a million times already, but it really takes a few seconds to make a good first impression. Here are some easy ways for you to impress your classmates or teachers.
____16____
Before you shake hands with somebody, make sure that your hands are clean. The handshake should not be too strong or weak. Most people use their right hands, unless they have a reason to use the left. ____17____
Be on time
When meeting someone for the first time, arriving on time is very important. You may have an excuse, but that will leave the person with a bad impression. ____18____ It’s better to be a little earlier than be late.
Introduce yourself and ask for names
Make sure you properly introduce yourself. Ask for their names in a polite way. ___19___ This will increase the chances of their remembering your name in the future. Always remember to stand up when greeting someone and be sure to introduce them to anyone you’re with.
Make good conversation
To get the most out of your discussion, try to find something common between the two of you. ____20____ A person will feel more comfortable with someone they can relate to (产生共鸣).
A. Use body language
B. Have a proper handshake.
C. Repeat the name and use it later in conversation.
D. As a general rule, plan to arrive about 30 minutes early.
E. It could be a similar taste in clothes or a common hobby.
F. You’ll be in serious trouble if you leave them with a bad impression.
G. However, don’t have your left hand in your pocket because this appears impolite.
【答案】16. B 17. G 18. D 19. C 20. E
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了如何给人留下美好的第一印象。
【16题详解】
考查本段小标题。根据下文“Before you shake hands with somebody, make sure that your hands are clean. The handshake should not be too strong or weak.（在你和别人握手之前，确保你的手是干净的。握手的力度不能太大，也不能太弱。）”可知，这段主要介绍握手的方式。B项Have a proper handshake.（握手要得体。）符合文意。选择项中的“handshake”和下文中的“shake hands”、“handshake”内容一致。故选B。
【17题详解】
根据前句“Most people use their right hands, unless they have a reason to use the left.（大多数人使用右手，除非他们有理由使用左手。）”可知，后句承接本句中提到的the left。G项However, don’t have your left hand in your pocket because this appears impolite.（但是，不要把你的左手放在口袋里，因为这样会显得不礼貌。）符合文意。选择项中的“left hand”和前句中的“the left”保持一致，且前后句之间为转折关系。故选G。
【18题详解】
根据后句“It’s better to be a little earlier than be late.（早一点到总比晚一点好。）”可知，前句建议要提前到达。D项As a general rule, plan to arrive about 30 minutes early.（一般来说，计划提前30分钟到达。）符合文意。选择项中的“early”和后句中的“earlier”保持一致。故选D。
【19题详解】
根据前句“Ask for their names in a polite way.（礼貌地问他们的名字。）”和后句“This will increase the chances of their remembering your name in the future.（这将增加他们在将来记住你名字的机会。）”可知，这里建议要礼貌地询问对方的名字并在随后的交谈中提及到对方的名字。C项Repeat the name and use it later in conversation.（重复对方的名字，在以后的对话中使用。）符合文意。选择项中的“name”和前句中的“names”和后句中的“name”保持一致。故选C。
【20题详解】
根据前句“To get the most out of your discussion, try to find something common between the two of you.（为了从你们的讨论中获得最大的好处，试着找出你们之间的共同点。）”可知，要找到彼此的共同点，容易找到共同的话题。E项It could be a similar taste in clothes or a common hobby.（可能是相似的穿衣品味或共同的爱好。）符合文意。选择项中的“common hobby.”和后句中的“something common”保持一致。故选E。
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
No one is born a winner. People make themselves into winners by their own efforts.
I learned this lesson from a(n) ____21____ many years ago when I took the head ____22____ job at a school in Georgia.
It was a tradition for the school’s old team to ____23____ the new team at the end of spring practice. The old team had no ____24____ and they even didn’t prepare for the game. Being the coach of the new team, I was excited because I knew we were going to win, but disappointedly, we were defeated. I couldn’t ____25____ I had got into such a situation. Thinking hard about it, I came to ____26____ that my team might not be the number one team, but they were ____27____ me. I had to change my attitude about their ability and potential.
I started doing anything I could to help them build a little ____28____. Most importantly, I began to treat them like ____29____. That summer, when the other teams enjoyed their vacations, we met every day and practiced.
Six months after suffering our defeat, we won our first game and our second, and continued to ____30____. Finally, we faced the number one team in the state. I felt it would be a ____31____ for us even if we lost the game. But my boys beat them, giving me one of the greatest ____32____ of my life!
From the experience I learned a lot about how the attitude of the leader can ____33____ the team. Instead of seeing my boys as losers, I pushed and ____34____ them. I helped them to see themselves ____35____, and they built themselves into winners.
Winners are made, not born.
21. A. experiment B. experience C. adventure D. vacation
22. A. operating B. editing C. consulting D. coaching
23. A. play against B. work with C. answer for D. stand for
24. A. player B. coach C. supporter D. volunteer
25. A. agree B. believe C. describe D. regret
26. A. realize B. claim C. permit D. demand
27. A. worrying about B. looking for C. depending on D. caring about
28. A. relationship B. culture C. fortune D. pride
29. A. leaders B. partners C. winners D. learners
30. A. relax B. improve C. expand D. defend
31. A. shame B. burden C. victory D. favor
32. A. chances B. thrills C. concerns D. offers
33. A. impact B. serve C. interest D. surprise
34. A. caught B. protected C. punished D. encouraged
35. A. honestly B. individually C. calmly D. differently
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. B 26. A 27. C 28. D 29. C 30. B 31. C 32. B 33. A 34. D 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者作为一个新球队的教练，在球队失利的情况下，作者通过改变球员们的态度帮助他们建立了自豪感，球员们不断努力训练，赢得了一次次的比赛。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我从多年前的一次经历中学到了这个教训，当时我在乔治亚州的一所学校担任主教练。A. experiment 实验；B. experience 经历、经验；C.adventure 冒险、历险；D. vacation 假期。根据倒数第二段“From the experience I learned a lot about how the attitude of the leader can 13 the team. ”（从这次经历中，我学到了领导者的态度是如何影响团队的。）及全文内容可知，作者是从多年前的一次经历中学到了这个教训。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我从多年前的一次经历中学到了这个教训，当时我在乔治亚州的一所学校担任主教练。A. operating 做手术、运营；B. editing 编辑；C. consulting 咨询、请教；D. coaching 训练、指导。根据第三段“Being the coach of the new team, I was excited because I knew we were going to win, but disappointedly, we were defeated.”（作为新球队的教练，我很兴奋，因为我知道我们会赢，但令人失望的是，我们被击败了。）可知，作者是这个球队的教练，担任训练、指导球队的工作。故选D。
【23题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：学校的老队在春季训练结束时与新队比赛是一个传统。A. play against 同……比赛；B. work with 和……一起工作；C. answer for 负责、保证；D. stand for 代表、象征。根据第三段“Being the coach of the new team, I was excited because I knew we were going to win, but disappointedly, we were defeated.”（作为新球队的教练，我很兴奋，因为我知道我们会赢，但令人失望的是，我们被击败了。）可知，学校的新老两个队伍是在一起进行了比赛。故选A。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：老队没有教练，他们甚至没有为比赛做准备。A. player 队员；B. coach 教练；C. supporter 支持者；D. volunteer 志愿者。根据句意及下一句“Being the coach of the new team, I was excited because I knew we were going to win, but disappointedly, we were defeated.”（作为新球队的教练，我很兴奋，因为我知道我们会赢，但令人失望的是，我们被击败了。）可知，老队甚至没有为比赛做准备，还是赢了有着教练的新队，出乎了作者的意料，说明老队应该是连教练都没有。故选B。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我无法相信我陷入了这样的境地。A. agree 同意；B. believe 相信；C. describe 描写、描述；D. regret 后悔、遗憾。根据上一句“Being the coach of the new team, I was excited because I knew we were going to win, but disappointedly, we were defeated.”（作为新球队的教练，我很兴奋，因为我知道我们会赢，但令人失望的是，我们被击败了。）可知，作者之前对赢得比赛是信心满满的，被老队打败是出乎他意料的，因此他无法相信自己陷入了这种境地。故选B。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：仔细想了想，我意识到我的团队可能不是最好的团队，但他们都依赖于我。A. realize 意识到；B. claim 声称；C. permit 允许；D. demand 要求。根据句中“Thinking hard about it”可知，作者在仔细思考之后，应该是意识到了自己的团队可能不是最好的，但他们都依赖于自己。故选A。
【27题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：仔细想了想，我意识到我的团队可能不是最好的团队，但他们都依赖于我。A. worrying about 担忧；B. looking for 寻找；C. depending on 依赖；D. caring about 关心、担心。根据下一句“I had to change my attitude about their ability and potential.”（我必须改变我对他们的能力和潜力的态度。）并结合句意和常识可知，作者决定作出改变，是因为意识到队员们都依赖作为教练的自己。故选C。
【28题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我开始尽我所能帮助他们建立自豪感。A. relationship 关系；B. culture 文化；C. fortune 运气、财富；D. pride 自豪、骄傲。根据倒数第二段“Instead of seeing my boys as losers, I pushed and 14 them.”（我没有把我的孩子们视为失败者，而是推动并鼓励他们。）可知，作者一直在鼓励他的队员，以此建立他们的信心和自豪感。故选D。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：最重要的是，我开始像对待赢家一样对待他们。A. leaders 领导；B. partners 合伙人、伙伴；C. winners 赢家、胜利者；D. learners 学习者。根据第8小题“I started doing anything I could to help them build a little pride”和倒数第二段“Instead of seeing my boys as losers, I pushed and 14 them.”（我没有把我的孩子们视为失败者，而是推动并鼓励他们。）可知，作者没有把队员当作失败者，而是把他们当作胜利者，鼓励他们。故选C。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在遭受失败的六个月后，我们赢得了第一场比赛和第二场比赛，并继续进步。A. relax 放松；B. improve 提高、改进；C. expand 扩大、扩展；D. defend 保卫、防御。根据下一句“Finally, we faced the number one team in the state.”（最后，我们面对的是全州排名第一的球队。）可知，作者的队伍一直在赢得比赛，一直在提高和进步，最终与排名第一的球队对战。故选B。
【31题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我觉得即使我们输了比赛，对我们来说也是一场胜利。A. shame 羞愧、羞耻；B. burden 负担；C. victory 胜利；D. favor 支持。根据上一句“Finally, we faced the number one team in the state.”（最后，我们面对的是全州排名第一的球队。）可知，作者的球队由最初输给没有教练的老队到现在能够和排名第一的队伍对决，已经是很大的胜利了，所以对他们来说，即使输了比赛，也已经是一场胜利了。故选C。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：但我的孩子们打败了他们，给了我一生中最激动的一次！A.chances机会；B. thrills 激动、兴奋；C. concerns担心、忧虑；D. offers提供、录取通知。根据第11小题“I felt it would be a victory for us even if we lost the game.”可知，作者对战胜排名第一的球队并没有抱很大的希望，能够与之对战，作者已经感到很满意了，但是他的球队却取得了胜利，因此这对他而言是一生中最激动的一次体验。故选B。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：从这次经历中，我学到了领导者的态度是如何影响团队的。A. impact 影响；B. serve 服务；C. interest 使感兴趣；D. surprise 使惊讶。根据第三段“I had to change my attitude about their ability and potential.”（我必须改变我对他们的能力和潜力的态度。）及作者所做的改变而使球队获得的胜利可知，作者改变了态度，对球队产生了巨大的影响。故选A。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我没有把我的孩子们视为失败者，而是推动并鼓励他们。A. caught 抓住；B. protected 保护；C. punished 惩罚；D. encouraged 鼓励。根据第8、9小题“I started doing anything I could to help them build a little pride. Most importantly, I began to treat them like winners.”及句中的并列动词“pushed”和句意可知，作者没有把球队当作失败者来对待，而是像对待胜利者一样，不断地推动和鼓励他们，帮助他们树立了信心和自豪感。故选D。
【35题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：我帮助他们以不同的方式看待自己，他们把自己打造成了赢家。A. honestly诚实地；B. individually单独地、个别地；C. calmly 平静地；D. differently 不同地。根据第14小题“Instead of seeing my boys as losers, I pushed and encouraged them.”及全文内容可知，作者没有像大多数人那样把队员当作失败者，而是鼓励他们，帮助他们以不同的方式来看待自己，从而取得了胜利。故选D。
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
“What shall I read” You might have asked ____36____(you) this question more than once. If you are not sure what to read, you can get ideas from different ____37____(source), but it is also important to develop your own taste.
To start with, ask your friends, parents and teachers ____38____(recommend) what books you ought to read. Most people will be happy to share their favourite books with others. Teachers in particular can provide suggestions for interesting reading materials that can ____39____(find) in the library or bookshop easily. You could also read book reviews in newspapers, in magazines ____40____online. ____41____ book review can often tell you whether a book is worth reading or not.
These ideas should point you in the right direction. However, you must also decide for yourself what kind of books to read. You do not have to read a book just because everyone recommends it. Instead, look for books on topics ____42____ interest you. Take time to look through the collections ____43____ different sections of your local library, and you are likely to come across books you love to read. Over time, you may find yourself ____44____(well) able to seek out books to your taste and enjoy _____45_____(read) all the more.
【答案】36. yourself
37. sources
38. to recommend
39. be found
40. or 41. A
42. that##which
43. in 44. better
45. reading
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文，主要介绍如何选择自己应该阅读的书籍。
【36题详解】
考查代词。句意：你可能不止一次地问过自己这个问题。表示“问你自己”应用反身代词yourself。故填yourself。
【37题详解】
考查名词的数。句意：如果你不确定读什么书，你可以从不同的来源获得灵感，但培养自己的品味也很重要。source为可数名词，结合different可知为复数。故填sources。
【38题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：首先，让你的朋友、父母和老师推荐你应该读什么书。表示“让某人做某事”短语为ask sb. to do sth.。故填to recommend。
【39题详解】
考查语态。句意：尤其是老师可以为学生推荐有趣的阅读材料，这些材料很容易在图书馆或书店找到。主语与谓语构成被动关系，且can后跟动词原形。故填be found。
【40题详解】
考查连词。句意：你也可以在报纸、杂志或网上读书评。此处前后为选项关系，应用or。故填or。
【41题详解】
考查冠词。句意：书评通常可以告诉你一本书是否值得一读。review为可数名词，此处为泛指且book是发音以辅音音素开头的单词。故填A。
【42题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：相反，找一些你感兴趣的主题的书。定语从句修饰先行词topics，在从句中作主语，指物，故填that/which。
【43题详解】
考查介词。句意：花点时间浏览当地图书馆不同区域的藏书，你很可能会找到你喜欢读的书。后跟名词作宾语，表示“在不同区域”应用介词in。故填in。
【44题详解】
考查比较级。句意：随着时间的推移，你可能会发现自己能够更好地找到适合自己口味的书，并且更加享受阅读。此处与之前的情况比较“更好”应用比较级。故填better。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：随着时间的推移，你可能会发现自己能够更好地找到适合自己口味的书，并且更加享受阅读。短语enjoy doing sth.表示“享受做某事”。故填reading。
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. Write an article about water pollution according to the following instructions.
1. The causes of water pollution.
2. The consequences of water pollution.
3. How to control water pollution.
注意：写作词数不少于80。
开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Water pollution
There are various causes of water pollution.
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【答案】One possible version:
Water pollution
There are various causes of water pollution. Much industrial waste poison the water after they enter water bodies. Moreover, animal and human waste pollutes the water. Water pollution is also caused by poisonous chemicals used in agriculture.
Polluted water bodies not only do harm to animals and plants; they also have a long-lasting effect on humans.
To prevent further damage to water bodies, it is necessary to take some measures. First, we must draw public attention to the problem. Second, more strict laws should be passed to help reduce water pollution. Third, we can volunteer to take part in clean-up activities.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于说明文。要求根据下面的说明写一篇关于水污染的文章。1. 水污染的原因；2. 水污染的后果；3.如何控制水污染。
详解】1.词汇积累
参加：take part in→participate in
有害：do harm to→be harmful to
各种的：various→a variety of
此外：moreover→besides
2句式拓展
合并简单句
原句：Moreover, animal and human waste pollutes the water. Water pollution is also caused by poisonous chemicals used in agriculture.
拓展句：Not only do animal and human waste pollutes the water, but also water pollution is also caused by poisonous chemicals used in agriculture.
【点睛】[高分句型1] Much industrial waste poison the water after they enter water bodies. (运用了after引导时间状语从句)
[高分句型2] To prevent further damage to water bodies, it is necessary to take some measures. (运用了不定式作目的状语)
第二节（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
That night, I quarreled with my mother, then stormed out of the house. While on the road, I remembered that I did not have any money in my pocket, and I did not even take my cell phone with me to make a call home.
At the same time, I went through a noodle shop. Picking up the sweet fragrance, I suddenly felt very hungry. I wished for a bowl of noodles, but I had no money!
The seller saw me standing before the counter and asked, “Hey, little girl, you want to eat a bowl ”
“But…but I do not carry money…” I shyly replied.
“Okay, I’ll treat you.” the seller said. “Come in, I will cook you a bowl.”
A few minutes later the owner brought me a steaming bowl of noodles. After eating some pieces, I cried.
“What is it ” He asked.
“Nothing. I am just touched by your kindness!” I said as I wiped my tears. “Even a stranger on the street gives me a bowl of noodles, and my mother, after a quarrel, chased me out of the house. She is cruel!”
The seller sighed, “Girl, why do you think so Think again. I only gave you a bowl of noodles and you felt that way. Your mother has been taking care of you since you were little, why were you not grateful and why did you hurt your mom ”
I was really surprised after hearing that.
Why didn’t I think of that A bowl of noodles from a stranger made me feel grateful, and my mother has raised me since I was little and I have never felt so, not even a little. I thought she was supposed to take care of me and love me.
On the way home, I thought in my head what I would say to my mother when I arrived home: “Mom, I’m sorry, I know it is my fault, please forgive me…”
注意：
1. 所续写短文的词数应为150词左右：
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1
Meanwhile many memories came back into my mind.
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Paragraph 2
When arriving home, I saw my mother sitting at the dinner table, worried and tired.
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【答案】 Meanwhile many memories came back into my mind. When I was ill, she was always the one taking care of me. When I had trouble with my study, she never lost faith in me and encouraged me to keep going. When I arrived home during the weekend, she always prepared my favourite food. All her kindness came back to me. I should be grateful for all she had done for me. I realized that I should return home immediately and say sorry to my mother.
When arriving home, I saw my mother sitting at the dinner table, worried and tired. She must have been looking for me everywhere. I was ready for her anger and shouts. However, before I could apologize, my mother saw me and gently said: “oh, honey, thank God, you’re back! Come inside. You are probably very hungry I cooked your favorite noodles, come and eat while they are still hot...” No longer able to control myself, I cried in her arms. “I’m sorry, mom, please forgive me.” I whispered to her through tears, extremely ashamed of myself.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者因为和妈妈吵架跑了出去。之后她饿了，但是没带钱，幸运的是好心的店主给了她一碗面条，她因为感动而落泪。而店主知道后对她说，自己就给了你一碗面就让你这么感激，而你小时候母亲一直在照顾你，为什么你不感恩？你伤害了你妈妈吗？店主的话让作者开始反思自己。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“与此同时，许多回忆又涌上了我的脑海。”可知，第一段可描写作者妈妈是如何照顾作者，支持作者的，作者决定回家向妈妈道歉。
②由第二段首句内容“到家时，我看见妈妈坐在餐桌旁，又担心又累。”可知，第二段可描写作者回到家之后妈妈的反应和作者的行动及感受。
2.续写线索：回忆涌上心头——想到妈妈的照顾鼓励——准备向妈妈道歉——妈妈看见作者后表达关心——作者哭着低声道歉
3.词汇激活
行为类
①照顾：take care of/look after
②意识到：realize that/be aware that
③低声耳语：whisper to sb. through tears/whisper in someone’s ear
情绪类
①感激的：grateful/thankful
②羞愧：be ashamed of oneself/take shame on oneself
【点睛】[高分句型1] I should be grateful for all she had done for me. (由that引导的定语从句，省略了that)
[高分句型2] I realized that I should return home immediately and say sorry to my mother. (由that引导的宾语从句)
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注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. How does Abel feel
A. Pleased. B. Confused. C. Disappointed.
2. What will the woman do next
A. Play more. B. Study harder. C. Meet classmates.
3 How is the weather now
A. Sunny. B. Cloudy. C. Rainy.
4. What bags are on sale
A. The red ones. B. The green ones. C. The yellow ones.
5. When will the woman come to the man’s party
A. At 7:40 pm. B. At 8:00 pm. C. At 8:20 pm.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
6. What does the man like
A. The reasonable price. B. The cellphone’s design. C. The cellphone’s functions.
7. How much will the cellphone cost the man
A. 2, 000 dollars. B. 1, 800 dollars. C. 1,600 dollars.
听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
8. Where is the man working now
A. In a library. B. In a factory. C. In a bookstore.
9. What can we know about the man’s former job
A. He was very busy.
B. He was better paid.
C. He could read when he was free.
10. What does the woman invite the man to do
A. See a film with her.
B. Have dinner with her family.
C. Visit her friend from the US.
听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
11. What does Alice like reading best in the newspapers
A. News. B. Sports. C. Entertainment.
12. Why is Alice reading the newspapers now
A. To look for a job. B. To find a high school. C. To hunt for news about stars.
13. What does Henry advise Alice to do
A. Stay at home. B. Stop studying. C. Go to university.
听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
14. How old will Mike be this Saturday
A. 8. B. 18. C. 80.
15. Where does Mike want to celebrate his birthday
A. In a bar. B. In his home. C. In a restaurant.
16. Which of the following does Judy suggest buying
A. Drinks. B. Flowers. C. A salad.
17. When will Mike order a cake
A On Saturday morning. B. On Saturday afternoon. C. On Sunday morning.
听下面一段独白，回答小题。
18. Why does the speaker attend English classes at a language program
A. To get a good job there.
B. To make more foreign friends.
C. To improve his communication skills.
19. How many classes does the speaker have a day
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five.
20. What plays an important role in adjusting to a new culture
A. Practice. B. Talent. C. Skills.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Essex Library Services Reading Friends
What is the role about
Reading Friends is an exciting UK-wide programme from The Reading Agency. It’s been piloted in some other parts of the country over the last few years and now is being extended to Essex.
Developed with funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, Reading Friends deals with loneliness by bringing people together to read, chat and share stories. Essex Library Services is looking for volunteers to support the roll- out of the Reading Friends programme across Essex.
What will it involve
*Chatting to people, either one to one, or in groups, using reading to get people talking. Contact will be via phone or computer initially. After restrictions are lifted, it is planned to do in-person sessions (活动时间) in libraries.
*Using reading — whether books, magazines, newspapers, or anything else — to start conversations. Nothing needs to be read before the session.
What skills and experience do you need
*An interest in people
*Good communication and people skills
*Love of books and reading is not necessary, but would be a bonus
What will you get from volunteering
*The satisfaction of contributing to the community and potentially preventing loneliness
*The chance to share the joy of reading
*Develop your experience and skills to enhance your resume (简历)
*A certificate of appreciation for coming along and helping out, which looks great on a resume
1 Who does the Reading Friends programme aim to help
A. People feeling lonely. B. People wanting to change a job.
C. People wanting to publish their stories. D. People having special educational needs.
2. What is a requirement for potential volunteers
A. Having previous work experience. B. Reading related books in advance.
C. Living in restrictions-lifted areas. D. Being communicative.
3. What will the volunteers get from their volunteering
A. A trip to Essex. B. A certificate of appreciation.
C. A fund from the government. D. An opportunity to work in libraries.
B
On August 15th, in the tiny farming town of Frost, Minnesota, Scott Legried was driving his pick-up truck when a puppy ran in front of him. Changing the direction suddenly to avoid the puppy, Scott’s truck rolled over and he was severely injured.
“I got knocked out and when I finally recovered consciousness, I couldn’t move,” Scott said. “I couldn’t even reach up to get my cellphone from the dashboard of my truck. I remember saying, ‘I’ mgoing to need some help here in the next 5 or 10 minutes.’”
And that help came. A strange driver Tim Steer called 911. He was rushed to the closest hospital, and then airlifted to the Mayo Clinic, where he stayed for the next several weeks. Tim visited Scott in the hospital several times and took him out for a drive after his shoulder surgery in August.
The October harvest was only six weeks away, and Scott had 600 acres of soybeans (大豆) and corn to harvest. Not harvesting them in time could destroy his crops, his sole means of income. Who would maintain and harvest his corn and soybean crops And because Scott lives alone, who would care for his dogs, and maintain his home and yard This town of 198people did. While volunteers checked his home, mowed his lawn, and fed his dogs, 18 farmers conducted the harvest. Farmers in Frost, Minnesota, gathered to harvest Scott’s soybean crops on October 4th.
Scott plans to plant his new crops next spring. If he needs help, he knows where to findit. “Frost really is the heartland of America,” he said. “One day, I hope I’m able to pay the favor back.”
4. Why did Scott have an accident
A. He felt a sudden pain. B. He didn’t want to hurt a dog.
C. He was hurrying to meet Tim. D. He was not familiar with his car.
5. What do we know about Scott
A. He is a farmer.
B. He has known Tim for many years.
C. He recovered fully before the harvest time.
D. He kept conscious after the accident happened.
6. How was Scott helped by people in his town
A. They gathered soybean crops for him.
B. They often visited him in the hospital.
C. They provided food and clothes for him.
D. They offered him soybean seeds for free.
7. What will Scott do in the future according to the last paragraph
A. Drive more carefully. B. Help other farmers in need.
C. Plant no soybean crops at all. D. Spend more time with his neighbors.
C
Shaping, drying, glazing and firing... in less than 5 minutes, a mini vase only millimeters in size starts to take shape as viewers watch on. As the founder of a miniature ceramics (微型陶瓷) studio, Wang Wenhua never expected that his works would surprise viewers in China, let alone those abroad, and that his short videos would earn over 45 million views and 4.2 million likes on a video application.
Having worked in China’s “Porcelain Capital (瓷都)” Jingdezhen in East China’s Jiangxi Province for 14 years, Wang said he had once seen the world’s biggest ceramic here but he had never seen the smallest, so he decided one day to try something different—making micro porcelain.
Things were not easy in the beginning, and many people doubted him. “They called me crazy and mocked me when I went to factories and asked them to help make miniature tools for me to create micro pottery. Even my wife did not support me,” Wang said.
However, Wang did not give up and after about half a year of experimentation, Wang finally made miniature tools on his own and was able to complete his first miniature porcelain—a vase.
According to Wang, the key to making a miniature ceramic work is concentration and a pair of steady hands. After numerous attempts, Wang found that the smallest works he could get were about 2 millimeters in size. “It would probably miss my original intention if I made micro pottery using a microscope, so I have focused more attention on making the smaller pieces more beautiful and complex,” said Wang.
The smallest vase that Wang has made is a bowl only 2 millimeters tall, 3 millimeters wide and 1 millimeter thick. Wang says he plans to apply for the Guinness World Records for the world’s smallest pottery work.
8. What inspired Wang Wenhua to make micro porcelain
A. The high expectations of the viewers.
B The popularity of his videos on a video application.
C. His decision to make something different.
D. The responsibility of the founder of the studio.
9. Which words can best describe Wang Wenhua
A. Ambitious and wise. B. Brilliant and wealthy.
C. Talented and stubborn. D. Determined and focused.
10. What plays a significant role in Wang producing a miniature ceramic work
A. Using a microscope in his work. B. Advanced tools made by himself.
C. Carrying out numerous experiments. D. Attention on a thing and steady hands.
11. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear
A. Art. B. Fashion. C. Education. D. Psychology.
D
Do you know that the oldest tree is a 5, 000-year old bristlecone pine (狐尾松) located in the forests of Nevada Unfortunately, many of these precious old-growth trees are starting to disappear from our planet. The term old-growth refers to trees that are 150 years or older. This means that many of the trees on the Earth today are younger, smaller, and have shorter lifespans.
As the Earth’s temperature warms up due to climate change, it is having unintended effects on the world’s forests. When temperatures rise, trees close their pores (气孔) to prevent the loss of moisture, and this, in turn, slows down the process of photosynthesis (光合作用). As a result, these trees are shorter and grow slowly, as well as have a high deathrate. Climate change also increases the possibility of droughts and wildfires. After wildfires, it takes a while for the forest ecosystems to recover, and in some cases, the forests are lost permanently. Trees that are stressed are also susceptible (易受影响的) to attacks by bacteria (细菌). Finally, humans have changed the forest landscape through logging (伐木).
There are some who claim that increased greenhouse gas emission is helping trees grow faster because CO2, is needed for photosynthesis. While some younger trees may benefit from this, we are seeing significantly more loss of forests than gain.
Old-growth forests are a storehouse of carbon, and when they die, the stored CO2, is released into the air worsening the greenhouse effect. Older forests have higher biodiversity, which is beneficial as each organism has a role to play and there is a wide variety of species. As these forests disappear, species that once called them “home” are forced to relocate, affecting the biodiversity of those ecosystems. Unfortunately, some endangered species are unable to adapt and go extinct.
With trees dying continuously, will future generations miss out on the wonders of forests
12. What is the main idea of the second paragraph
A. Why bacteria may attack old trees. B. What leads to the rising temperatures.
C. Why old-growth forests are disappearing. D. How global warming causes natural disasters.
13. What does the underlined word “them” in paragraph 4 refer to
A Species. B. Older forests. C. Organisms. D. Roles organisms play.
14. The last sentence of the text is actually____________.
A. a doubt B. a warning C. a blame D. a suggestion
15. What is the author’s purpose of writing this text
A. To urge people to reduce gas emission. B. To explain the greenhouse effect on trees.
C. To introduce the process of photosynthesis. D. To call on people to protect old-growth trees.
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面的短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Way’s to Make a Great First Impression
You’ve heard it a million times already, but it really takes a few seconds to make a good first impression. Here are some easy ways for you to impress your classmates or teachers.
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Before you shake hands with somebody, make sure that your hands are clean. The handshake should not be too strong or weak. Most people use their right hands, unless they have a reason to use the left. ____17____
Be on time
When meeting someone for the first time, arriving on time is very important. You may have an excuse, but that will leave the person with a bad impression. ____18____ It’s better to be a little earlier than be late.
Introduce yourself and ask for names
Make sure you properly introduce yourself. Ask for their names in a polite way. ___19___ This will increase the chances of their remembering your name in the future. Always remember to stand up when greeting someone and be sure to introduce them to anyone you’re with.
Make good conversation
To get the most out of your discussion, try to find something common between the two of you. ____20____ A person will feel more comfortable with someone they can relate to (产生共鸣).
A. Use body language
B. Have a proper handshake.
C. Repeat the name and use it later in conversation.
D. As a general rule, plan to arrive about 30 minutes early.
E. It could be a similar taste in clothes or a common hobby.
F. You’ll be in serious trouble if you leave them with a bad impression.
G. However, don’t have your left hand in your pocket because this appears impolite.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
No one is born a winner. People make themselves into winners by their own efforts.
I learned this lesson from a(n) ____21____ many years ago when I took the head ____22____ job at a school in Georgia.
It was a tradition for the school’s old team to ____23____ the new team at the end of spring practice. The old team had no ____24____ and they even didn’t prepare for the game. Being the coach of the new team, I was excited because I knew we were going to win, but disappointedly, we were defeated. I couldn’t ____25____ I had got into such a situation. Thinking hard about it, I came to ____26____ that my team might not be the number one team, but they were ____27____ me. I had to change my attitude about their ability and potential.
I started doing anything I could to help them build a little ____28____. Most importantly, I began to treat them like ____29____. That summer, when the other teams enjoyed their vacations, we met every day and practiced.
Six months after suffering our defeat, we won our first game and our second, and continued to ____30____. Finally, we faced the number one team in the state. I felt it would be a ____31____ for us even if we lost the game. But my boys beat them, giving me one of the greatest ____32____ of my life!
From the experience I learned a lot about how the attitude of the leader can ____33____ the team. Instead of seeing my boys as losers, I pushed and ____34____ them. I helped them to see themselves ____35____, and they built themselves into winners.
Winners are made, not born.
21. A. experiment B. experience C. adventure D. vacation
22. A. operating B. editing C. consulting D. coaching
23. A. play against B. work with C. answer for D. stand for
24. A. player B. coach C. supporter D. volunteer
25. A. agree B. believe C. describe D. regret
26. A. realize B. claim C. permit D. demand
27. A. worrying about B. looking for C. depending on D. caring about
28. A. relationship B. culture C. fortune D. pride
29. A. leaders B. partners C. winners D. learners
30. A. relax B. improve C. expand D. defend
31. A. shame B. burden C. victory D. favor
32. A. chances B. thrills C. concerns D. offers
33. A. impact B. serve C. interest D. surprise
34. A. caught B. protected C. punished D. encouraged
35. A. honestly B. individually C. calmly D. differently
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
“What shall I read” You might have asked ____36____(you) this question more than once. If you are not sure what to read, you can get ideas from different ____37____(source), but it is also important to develop your own taste.
To start with, ask your friends, parents and teachers ____38____(recommend) what books you ought to read. Most people will be happy to share their favourite books with others. Teachers in particular can provide suggestions for interesting reading materials that can ____39____(find) in the library or bookshop easily. You could also read book reviews in newspapers, in magazines ____40____online. ____41____ book review can often tell you whether a book is worth reading or not.
These ideas should point you in the right direction. However, you must also decide for yourself what kind of books to read. You do not have to read a book just because everyone recommends it. Instead, look for books on topics ____42____ interest you. Take time to look through the collections ____43____ different sections of your local library, and you are likely to come across books you love to read. Over time, you may find yourself ____44____(well) able to seek out books to your taste and enjoy _____45_____(read) all the more.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. Write an article about water pollution according to the following instructions.
1. The causes of water pollution.
2. The consequences of water pollution.
3. How to control water pollution.
注意：写作词数不少于80。
开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Water pollution
There are various causes of water pollution.
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第二节（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
That night, I quarreled with my mother, then stormed out of the house. While on the road, I remembered that I did not have any money in my pocket, and I did not even take my cell phone with me to make a call home.
At the same time, I went through a noodle shop. Picking up the sweet fragrance, I suddenly felt very hungry. I wished for a bowl of noodles, but I had no money!
The seller saw me standing before the counter and asked, “Hey, little girl, you want to eat a bowl ”
“But…but I do not carry money…” I shyly replied.
“Okay, I’ll treat you.” the seller said. “Come in, I will cook you a bowl.”
A few minutes later the owner brought me a steaming bowl of noodles. After eating some pieces, I cried.
“What is it ” He asked.
“Nothing. I am just touched by your kindness!” I said as I wiped my tears. “Even a stranger on the street gives me a bowl of noodles, and my mother, after a quarrel, chased me out of the house. She is cruel!”
The seller sighed, “Girl, why do you think so Think again. I only gave you a bowl of noodles and you felt that way. Your mother has been taking care of you since you were little, why were you not grateful and why did you hurt your mom ”
I was really surprised after hearing that.
Why didn’t I think of that A bowl of noodles from a stranger made me feel grateful, and my mother has raised me since I was little and I have never felt so, not even a little. I thought she was supposed to take care of me and love me.
On the way home, I thought in my head what I would say to my mother when I arrived home: “Mom, I’m sorry, I know it is my fault, please forgive me…”
注意：
1. 所续写短文的词数应为150词左右：
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1
Meanwhile many memories came back into my mind.
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Paragraph 2
When arriving home, I saw my mother sitting at the dinner table, worried and tired.
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