2023~2024学年度第一学期期中考试
高一英语试题
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
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。
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，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. 9.15. C. 9.18
答案是B。
I. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Visit a tourist destination.
B. Drink some wine.
C. Try the food.
2. What does the man most likely want to do
A. Find a private room.
B. Visit the building.
C. Get on a train.
3. Which is the best for the environment according to the man
A. Plastic. B. Bamboo. C. Cotton.
4. How does the woman sound
A. Interested. B. Happy. C. Afraid.
5. What is the main subject of the conversation
A. Animals. B. Forests. C、Habits.
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。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。
听第6段材料， 回答第6、7题。
6. What will the man have with his sandwich
A. Chips. B. Salad. C. French fries.
7. How much will the man pay for his meal
A.$5.99. B.$6.49. C.$6.99.
听第7段材料， 回答第8至 10题。
8. What color are the shoes the girl’s wearing
A. Black. B. Pink. C. Brown.
9. What does the man suggest the girl do
A. Color her shoes. B. Buy new shoes C. Wear different shoes.
10. When did the girl buy her favorite shoes
A. A month ago. B. A week ago. C. A year ago.
听第8段材料， 回答第11 至 13题。
11. What’s the woman’s feeling toward the interview
A. Confident. B. Calm. C. Upset.
12. What problem does the woman think she had
A. She smiled too much. B. She spoke too much. C. She took too long to answer.
13. What’s the woman’s plan for tonight
A. Going home early.
B. Having another interview.
C. Seeing a show with her friend.
听第9段材料, 回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Old friends. B. Teacher and student. C. Waiter and customer.
15. Where does the conversation take place
A. On a train. B. In a restaurant. C. In a lawyer’s office.
16. When did the woman see her friend last time
A. When they were 18. B. When they were 32. C. When they were 50.
17. Where does the woman probably live
A. In Beijing. B. In Harbin. C. In Tianjin.
听第10段材料， 回答第18至20题。
I8. When was the tower completed
A. In 2004. B. In 2009. C. In 2010.
19、Why was the tower build
A. To draw visitors.
B. To attract investment.
C. To pay more attention to oil in the region.
20. What is special about the tower
A. It’s designed by the president of the country.
B、It has great environment for business.
C. It can reflect other buildings in Dubai.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分 42.5分)
第一节 (共12小题; 每小题2.5分， 满分30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
A Color Run at School
What Is a Color Run
The event is usually a five-kilometer untimed run. Participants are doused(浇涂上)from head to toe in a different colored powder at each kilometer mark. This activity inspired by the Hindu festival of Holi is perfect for promoting community and happiness.
A color run is a fun event perfect for schools. It is a way to promote health and activity among children. Schools can choose whether they want to host a color run by themselves or have one organized by an event organizer.
Why Should I Take Part in a Color Run
Taking part in a color run will help you improve your overall physical health. It’s a great way to burn calories and get out. You will also be able to meet new people.
How to Set Up a School Color Run
To set up a school Color Run, you will first need to decide what time you want it to start. Then, you will need to contact the principal at your school. They will then tell you if there is enough space available at the named location. You will need to inform the class teachers and include information in the student handbook. Next, you should contact the parents/guardians of the students at the school through a mailed letter or email. With everything listed above completed, you will have your event organized and ready to go!
1. What do we know about a Color Run
A. It sees runners covered from head to toe. B. It used to be a part of Holi.
C. It’s designed for schools only D. It sets no time limit.
2. What benefit may kids get from a school color run
A. Better physical health. B. Prize money from the race.
C. Friendship with the principal. D. T-shirts with a rainbow pattern.
3. What’s the purpose of the text
A. To advertise. B. To inform. C. To entertain. D. To criticize.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了彩色赛跑这一运动的规则、好处以及学校如何建立彩色赛跑。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“The event is usually a five-kilometer untimed run.(这个项目通常是五公里的不计时赛跑)”可知，彩色赛跑没有时间限制。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Taking part in a color run will help you improve your overall physical health.(参加彩色赛跑将帮助你改善你的整体身体健康)”可知，孩子们可以从学校的颜色跑中让身体更健康。故选A。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“The event is usually a five-kilometer untimed run. Participants are doused(浇涂上)from head to toe in a different colored powder at each kilometer mark. This activity inspired by the Hindu festival of Holi is perfect for promoting community and happiness.(这个项目通常是五公里的不计时赛跑。在每一公里处，参与者从头到脚都被浸在不同颜色的粉末中。这项活动受到印度胡里节的启发，是促进社区和幸福的完美活动)”结合文章主要介绍了彩色赛跑这一运动的规则、好处以及学校如何建立彩色赛跑。可推知，文章的目的是介绍彩色赛跑。故选B。
B
Twenty years ago, I drove a taxi for living. One night, I took a fare (出租车乘客) at 2:30 AM. When I arrived to collect, sanding on the side way was a small woman in her 80s with a big suitcase.
After I helped her into the taxi she gave me an address and asked, “Could you drive through downtown ” “It is not the shortest way,” I answered quickly. “I don’t mind,” She said, “I’m in no hurry. I’m on my way to a hospice (临终安养院).” I looked in the rear-view mirror (后视镜). Her eyes were wet. I quietly reached over and shut off he meter (计价器). “What route would you like me to take ” I asked.
For the next two hours, we drove through the neighborhood where she and her husband had lived when they were newly married. She had me stop in front of a shabby house, where she had gone dancing as a girl. Sometimes she asked me to slow in front of a particular building and sat staring into the darkness, saying nothing. At last, she said, “I’m tired. Let’s go now.”
We drove in silence to the destination. It was a grey low building.
“How much do I owe you ” She asked, reaching into her purse. “Nothing,” I said. Almost without thinking, I bent and gave her a hug. She held on to me tightly and whispered a “Thank you”. I squeezed her hand and walked into the dim morning light. Behind me, a door shut. It was the sound of the closing of a life.
I didn’t pick up any more passengers, but drove aimlessly, lost in thought. What if that woman had come across an impatient driver What if I had refused to drive through downtown Great moments often catch us unaware, beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one.
4. What caused the author to shut off the meter
A. His distrust of the fare. B. His pity for the woman.
C. The breakdown of the meter. D. The cold weather at midnight.
5. What was the aim of the women’s ride downtown
A. To find a place to settle down.
B. To reach the destination on time.
C. To kill time before the hospice opened.
D. To see the city for last time.
6. What can we learn from the story
A. Giving is always a pleasure.
B. People should respect elderly people.
C. A small act of kindness brings people great joy.
D. Strangers are family you haven’t known yet.
7. Which of the following describe the author best
A. Positive and energetic. B. Helping and humorous.
C. Sensitive and patient. D. Kind-hearted but demanding.
8. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. A taxi ride I will never forget
B. My strange driving experience
C. The ending of an old woman’s life
D. An old woman passenger and her life
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. C 8. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了20年前作者开出租车送一位80多岁的老太太去临终安养院的故事。作者关了计价器，慢慢载着这位老太太经过了许多有回忆的地方，给了这位老太太一些慰藉，通过这件事作者意识到一些微不足道的善意也能给别人带来光明。
【4题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中的“She said, “I’m in no hurry. I’m on my way to a hospice (临终安养院).” I looked in the rear-view mirror (后视镜). Her eyes were wet. I quietly reached over and shut off he meter (计价器). (她说，‘我不急。我要去临终安养院。’我看了看后视镜。她的眼睛湿润了。我悄悄地把手伸过去，关掉了计价器)”可知，这位老太太要独自一人去临终安养院，她的内心是非常悲戚的，出于对她的同情，作者关掉了计价器，想给她一些温暖。故选B。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中的“For the next two hours, we drove through the neighborhood where she and her husband had lived when they were newly married. She had me stop in front of a shabby house, where she had gone dancing as a girl. Sometimes she asked me to slow in front of a particular building and sat staring into the darkness, saying nothing. (在接下来的两个小时里，我们开车经过了她和丈夫新婚时居住的街区。她让我在一所破旧的房子前停下，她小时候在这里跳过舞。有时她会让我在某个特定的大楼前放慢车速，然后坐着凝视着黑暗，一言不发)”可推知，老人想经过她曾经生活过的街区，重温她曾经的美好回忆，在去临终安养院前最后一次看看这座城市。故选D。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据本文讲述的故事，尤其是最后一段最后一句“Great moments often catch us unaware, beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one. (美好的时刻往往在我们浑然不觉的时候出现，美丽地包裹在别人可能认为微不足道的事情中)”可知，作者得知这位老太太要独自一人去临终安养院默默等待生命的终止，他对她非常同情，免费带她最后看一眼充满回忆的地方，这给她带来了一些慰藉。因此，故事告诉我们哪怕是微不足道的善举也能给别人带来美妙的时刻。故选C。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中的“I looked in the rear-view mirror (后视镜). Her eyes were wet. I quietly reached over and shut off he meter (计价器). (我看了看后视镜。她的眼睛湿润了。我悄悄地把手伸过去，关掉了计价器)”可知，作者从后视镜看到老人的眼眶湿润，于是悄悄关了计价器，打算免费带她一程，这说明了作者是一个内心敏感的人，能够捕捉到别人的情绪。根据第三段中的“For the next two hours, we drove through the neighborhood where she and her husband had lived when they were newly married. She had me stop in front of a shabby house, where she had gone dancing as a girl. Sometimes she asked me to slow in front of a particular building and sat staring into the darkness, saying nothing. (在接下来的两个小时里，我们开车经过了她和丈夫新婚时居住的街区。她让我在一所破旧的房子前停下，她小时候在这里跳过舞。有时她会让我在某个特定的大楼前放慢车速，然后坐着凝视着黑暗，一言不发)”可知，作者带着这位老太太慢慢地经过有她无数回忆的地方，一点也没有表现出不耐烦，由此可知，他是一个有耐心的人。故选C。
【8题详解】
标题归纳题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中的“Twenty years ago, I drove a taxi for living. One night, I took a fare (出租车乘客) at 2:30 AM. (20年前，我以开出租车为生。一天晚上，我在凌晨两点半接了一位出租车乘客)”和最后一段中的“Great moments often catch us unaware, beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one. (美好的时刻往往在我们浑然不觉的时候出现，美丽地包裹在别人可能认为微不足道的事情中)”可知，本文主要讲述了20年前作者开出租车送一位80多岁的老太太去临终安养院的故事，这个经历非常难忘，哪怕20年过去了，作者也依然记忆犹新。由此可推测出，A项“我永远不会忘记的一次出租车之旅”最适合作本文标题。故选A。
C
There is an old Chinese proverb that states “One generation plants the trees; another gets the shade,” and this is how it should be with mothers and daughters. The relationship between a mother and a daughter is sometimes confusing. The relationship can be similar to friendship. However, the mother and daughter relationship has unique characteristics that distinguish it from a friendship. These characteristics include a hierarchy (等级) of responsibilities and unconditional love, which preclude mothers and daughters from being best friends.
Marina, 27 years old, said, “I love spending time with my mom, but I wouldn’t consider her my best friend. Best friends don’t pay for your wedding. Best friends don’t remind you how they carried you in their body and gave you life! Best friend: don’t tell you how wise they are because they have been alive at least 20 years longer than you.” This doesn’t mean that the mother and daughter relationship can’t be very close and satisfying.
While some adult relationships are still troubled, many find them to be extremely rewarding. This generation of mothers and adult daughters has a lot in common, which increases the likelihood of shared companionship. Mothers and daughters have always shared the common experience of being homemakers, responsible for maintaining and passing on family values and traditions. Today contemporary mothers and daughters also share the experience of the workforce and technology, which may bring them even closer together.
Best friends may or may not continue to be best friends, but for better or worse, the mother and daughter relationship is permanent, even if for some unfortunate reason they aren’t speaking. The mother and child relationship is closer than any other. There is not an equal relationship. Daughters should not feel responsible for their mother’s emotional well-being. It isn’t that they don’t care deeply about their mothers. It’s just that they shouldn’t be burdened with their mother’s well-being.
The mother and daughter relationship is a relationship that is not replaceable by any other. Mothers never stop being mothers, which includes frequently wanting to protect their daughters and often feeling responsible for their happiness. Mothers always “trump (胜过)” friends.
9. What does the underlined word “preclude” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A. differ B. prevent C. benefit D. change
10. What do we know from the text
A. The mother and daughter relationship can be replaced by a best friend.
B. A mother’s love brings her and her daughter a close friendship.
C. The mother and daughter relationship goes beyond best friends’ friendship.
D. Marina has a troubled relationship with her mother.
11. How does the author mainly prove his statements
A. By listing data. B. By giving explanations.
C. By quoting sayings. D. By giving examples.
12. What is the best title for the text
A. How to Be a Good Mother and Daughter B. Who Is a Mother’s Best Friend
C. Mothers or Friends D. Can a Mother Be a Daughter’s Best Friend
【答案】9. B 10. C 11. B 12. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇议论文。作者提出问题：母女关系是不是可以替代友谊。然后通过说理的论证方法，最后得出结论：母女关系胜过友谊。
【9题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第一段倒数第二句“However, the mother and daughter relationship has unique characteristics that distinguish it from a friendship. (然而，母女关系有其独特的特点，使其区别于友谊)”可知，母女关系和友谊有区别，换言之，母女无法成为朋友。而划线句也指出了有所区别的原因，即“These characteristics include a hierarchy (等级) of responsibilities and unconditional love (这些特征包括责任等级和无条件的爱)”，故可推测是这些特征阻止了母女变成朋友。故选B项。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段一二句“Best friends may or may not continue to be best friends, but for better or worse, the mother and daughter relationship is permanent, even if for some unfortunate reason they aren’t speaking. The mother and child relationship is closer than any other. (最好的朋友可能会是最好的朋友，也可能不会继续是最好的，但不管是好是坏，母女关系是永久的，即使出于某种不幸的原因他们没有说话。母亲和孩子的关系比其他任何关系都更密切)”可知，既然母女关系比任何其他关系都要密切，那么它已超出了友谊。故选C项。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段第二三四句“The relationship between a mother and a daughter is sometimes confusing. The relationship can be similar to friendship. However, the mother and daughter relationship has unique characteristics that distinguish it from a friendship. (母亲和女儿之间的关系有时令人困惑。这种关系可以类似于友谊。然而，母女关系有着独特的特点，使其区别于友谊)”先指出令人困惑这一问题，随后解释原因；倒数第二段二三四句“The mother and child relationship is closer than any other. There is not an equal relationship. Daughters should not feel responsible for their mother’s emotional well-being. (母亲和孩子的关系比其他任何关系都更密切。没有平等的关系。女儿不应该觉得为母亲的情绪健康负责)”先指出母女关系最密切，随后也解释说明为什么，可以看出本文通过解释说明，说理的方式在证明作者陈述的内容。故选B项。
【12题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段第二三四句“The relationship between a mother and a daughter is sometimes confusing. The relationship can be similar to friendship. However, the mother and daughter relationship has unique characteristics that distinguish it from a friendship. (母亲和女儿之间的关系有时令人困惑。这种关系可以类似于友谊。然而，母女关系有着独特的特点，使其区别于友谊)”可知，本文探讨的问题就是母女关系和好朋友的友谊关系是否一样，即“妈妈可以是孩子最好的朋友吗”这一问题；且最后一句也给出了作者的答案“Mothers always “trump (胜过)” friends. (妈妈总是胜过朋友)”，故选项D“Can a Mother Be a Daughter’s Best Friend (母亲能成为女儿最好的朋友吗？)”可用作本文标题。故选D项。
第二节 (共5小题, 每小题2.5分, 满分 12.5分)
阅读下列短文，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。
Tips for Discussing Current Events with Children
Often the news children see and hear can be confusing and alarming. Maybe you don’t let your child read or watch the news. ___13___With some preparation, you can help your child to understand and react calmly to news and current events.
The first thing to keep in mind is to find out what your child already knows. Your child may have already heard about an event but lack context for an understanding of the details. Ask your child questions about what news topics are being discussed in school or what stories they recently saw in the newspaper or on TV. ___14___
Another way you can help your child understand the news is to seek out child-appropriate news sources. Explain to your child the importance of getting news from reliable sources. There are multiple well-regarded websites that have news stories for younger children. ___15___Try to watch or read the news together and encourage your child to ask questions if they see something confusing.
___16___If a news story upsets you, it is okay to tell your child this, showing children that having strong feelings about world events is healthy. However, you shouldn’t try to force your child to feel the same way as you. Encourage your child to read or watch the news critically and draw their own conclusions.
All in all, by talking with your child about current events, you can help your child to feel more confident in their understanding of the world. ___17___
A. Finally, be careful not to upset your child.
B. Besides, be honest with your child about your feelings.
C. But they can hear about events from other children at school.
D. This is not likely to be an attractive option for older children.
E. Then you can help them fill in gaps in their understanding of events.
F. You can also help them become a better and more informed global citizen.
G. Older children may want to read the same news sources that you read or watch.
【答案】13. C 14. E 15. G 16. B 17. F
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了一些与孩子讨论时事的方法，帮助孩子理解并冷静对待。
【13题详解】
前文“Maybe you don’t let your child read or watch the news.(也许你不让你的孩子阅读或看新闻。)”讲述你不让孩子看新闻，后文“With some preparation, you can help your child to understand and react calmly to news and current events.(通过一些准备，你可以帮助你的孩子理解新闻和时事，并冷静地做出反应。)”讲述了可以通过一些准备来帮助孩子理解和冷静对待新闻和时事，由此可知，空处应与前文形成转折，说明无法完全阻止孩子得知新闻内容，C项“但他们可以从学校里的其他孩子那里听到事件。”符合题意。故选C。
【14题详解】
本段首句“The first thing to keep in mind is to find out what your child already knows.(首先要记住的是弄清楚你的孩子已经知道的东西。)”是主旨句，讲述了要先弄清楚孩子知道了哪些内容，前文“Ask your child questions about what news topics are being discussed in school or what stories they recently saw in the newspaper or on TV.(问孩子一些问题，比如学校里正在讨论什么新闻话题，或者他们最近在报纸或电视上看到了什么故事。)”讲述了通过问孩子问题来弄清楚孩子知道的东西，所以空处应说弄清楚之后需要采取的行动，E项“然后你可以帮助他们填补对事件理解的空白。”符合题意。故选E。
【15题详解】
前文“There are multiple well-regarded websites that have news stories for younger children.(有多个备受好评的网站为年幼的孩子提供新闻报道。)”讲述了有为年幼孩子提供新闻报道的网站，空处应讲述年龄大一些的孩子想要看的新闻类型，G项“年龄较大的孩子可能想阅读与你阅读或观看的相同的新闻来源。”符合题意。故选G。
【16题详解】
空处是本段主旨句。根据下文“If a news story upsets you, it is okay to tell your child this. Showing children that having strong feelings about world events is healthy.(如果一个新闻故事让你不开心，可以告诉你的孩子，向孩子表明对世界事件有强烈的感受是健康的。)”可知，本段主要讲述了要坦诚告诉孩子你自身的感受，B项“此外，对孩子坦白自己的感受。”符合题意。故选B。
【17题详解】
前文“All in all, by talking with your child about current events, you can help your child to feel more confident in their understanding of the world.(总之，通过与孩子谈论时事，你可以帮助孩子更有信心地理解世界。)”讲述了与孩子谈论时事给孩子带来的好处，这里应补充说明这么做的其他好处，F项“你还可以帮助他们成为一个更好、更有见识的全球公民。”符合题意。故选F。
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，满分37.5分)
第一节 完形填空(共15 小题; 每小题1 分，满分 15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
It might sound a bit old-fashioned but there’s something unique about handwritten things. And I’m a real believer in the___18___of letters.
When I was about 12 years old, my friends and I wanted a pet mouse. The pet shop wouldn’t___19___us one until we had a letter from a parent, so, having the tidiest___20___, I faked(伪)one.
My trick was quickly___21___. My mum felt that the punishment should fit the crime, so she made me write letters to a few randomly selected___22___.
One of them was my uncle who I’d only___23___a few times. I wrote along letter___24___my life and listing my interests.
My punishment___25___, I forgot about this until I suddenly got a reply from him. He told me all about his life and would love to___26___about what school subjects I enjoyed. And so started a correspondence(通信)that____27____for several years.
Then out of the blue, he passed away. My mum was____28____as they had not really spoken for years. I went upstairs and presented a box of____29____from him. She comforted herself reading them and knowing that ____30____she hadn’t been in touch, I had grown close to him by writing to him.
I often think about how that one____31____childhood behavior led to such an enriching correspondence. It____32____me-to write to lots of other people, and it’s something I keep up with to this day.
18. A. content B. advance C. order D. power
19. A. sell B. pay C. give D. offer
20. A. handwriting B. room C. hand D. habit
21. A. admired B. exchanged C. discovered D. solved
22. A. strangers B. neighbors C. relatives D. friends
23. A. ignored B. met C. recognized D. thanked
24. A. detailing B. organizing C. improving D. wasting
25. A. reasonable B. complete C. serious D. efficient
26. A. think B. care C. hear D. argue
27. A. went on B. ended up C. got over D. turned up
28. A. concerned B. upset C. angry D. calm
29. A. chocolates B. books C. puddings D. letters
30. A. after B. although C. because D. if
31. A. meaningful B. frank C. unique D. improper
32. A. advised B. required C. encouraged D. warned
【答案】18. D 19. A 20. A 21. C 22. C 23. B 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. A 28. B 29. D 30. B 31. D 32. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者因为童年时的一个错误的行为导致了和亲戚频繁通信的故事。
【18题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我非常相信信件的力量。A. content内容；B. advance进步；C. order命令，订单；D. power力量。根据上文“It might sound a bit old-fashioned, but there’s something unique about handwritten things.”手写的东西有一些独特之处，以及下文对写信的描述可知，此处应表示作者非常相信信件的力量。故选D项。
【19题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：宠物店不愿意卖给我们，除非我们收到父母的来信，所以，笔迹最整洁的我伪造了一个。A. sell卖；B. pay支付；C. give给；D. offer提供。根据上文“my friends and I wanted a pet mouse.”我和我的朋友们想要一只宠物老鼠，以及上文“The pet shop wouldn’t”由此可推知，此处应表示宠物店不愿意卖给我们。故选A项。
【20题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：宠物店不愿意卖给我们，除非我们收到父母的来信，所以，笔迹最整洁的我伪造了一个。A. handwriting笔迹；B. room房间；C. hand手；D. habit习惯。根据上文“until we had a letter from a parent”以及下文“I faked(伪)one”我伪造了一个，由此可知，此处应表示宠物店不愿意卖给我们，除非我们收到父母的来信，所以，笔迹最整洁的我伪造了一个。故选A项。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我的把戏很快被识破了。A. admired欣赏；B. exchanged交换；C. discovered发现；D. solved解决。根据下文“My mum felt that the punishment should fit the crime”提到惩罚，由此可知，此处应表示作者的把戏很快被识破了。故选C项。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我妈妈觉得惩罚应该与错误相匹配，所以她让我给几个随机选择的亲戚写信。A. strangers陌生人；B. neighbors邻居；C. relatives亲戚；D. friends朋友。根据下文“One of them was my uncle”提到叔叔，由此可知，此处应表示妈妈让作者给几个随机选择的亲戚写信。故选C项。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：其中一个是我的叔叔，我只见过几次面。A. ignored忽视；B. met见面；C. recognized认出；D. thanked感谢。根据下文“My mum was___11___as they had not really spoken for years.”以及“that ___13___she hadn’t been in touch”提到和亲戚很久没有联系，由此可推知，此处应表示作者和叔叔只见过几次面。故选B项。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我写信详述我的生活，并列出我的兴趣。A. detailing详述；B. organizing组织；C. improving提高；D. wasting浪费。根据句意以及该句中的“and listing my interests.”由此可知，此处应表示作者信详述自己的生活。故选A项。
【25题详解】
考查形容词和动词词义辨析。句意：我的惩罚完成了，我忘记了这件事，直到我突然收到他的回复。A. reasonable合理的；B. complete完成；C. serious严重的；D. efficient效率高的。根据下文“I forgot about this until I suddenly got a reply from him.”提到作者忘记了这件事，直到突然收到叔叔的回复，由此可知，作者的惩罚完成了。故选B项。
【26题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：他把他生活都告诉了我，并且很想知道我喜欢什么课程。A. think about考虑；B. care about在乎；C. hear about听说，得知；D. argue about争论。根据上文“He told me all about his life”以及下文“what school subjects I enjoyed.”我喜欢什么课程，由此可知，此处应表示叔叔想知道我喜欢什么课程。故选C项。
【27题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：就这样开始了一段持续了好几年的通信。A. went on持续；B. ended up结束；C. got over克服；D. turned up出现。根据语境以及下文“for several years.”可推知，此处应表示就这样开始了一段持续了好几年的通信。故选A项。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我妈妈很难过，因为他们已经好几年没有说过话了。A. concerned关心的；B. upset难过的；C. angry生气的；D. calm震惊的。根据上文“Then out of the blue, he passed away.”提到叔叔突然去世了，由此可知，此处应表示妈妈很难过。故选B项。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我上楼拿出一盒他写的信。A. chocolates巧克力；B. books书；C. puddings布丁；D. letters信。根据下文“She comforted herself reading them”妈妈读着信，由此可知，此处应表示作者给妈妈拿出一盒叔叔写的信。故选D项。
30题详解】
考查连词词义辨析。句意：她读着信安慰自己，知道虽然她没有和他联系，但我通过给他写信，和他走得越来越近了。A. after在……之后；B. although尽管；C. because因为；D. if如果。根据下文“she hadn’t been in touch”她没有和他联系，以及“I had grown close to him by writing to him.”作者和他走得越来越近，可知，上下句形成转折关系。故选B项。
【31题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我经常想到，童年时的一个不当行为是如何导致了如此丰富的通信。A. meaningful有意义的；B. frank坦诚的；C. unique独特的；D. improper不恰当的。根据上文提到的作者因为做错事情，妈妈让作者给几个随机选择的亲戚写信。以及下文“led to such an enriching correspondence.”由此可知，此处应表示童年时的一个不当行为导致了如此多的通信。故选D项。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：它鼓励我给很多其他人写信，我一直坚持到今天。A. advised建议；B. required要求；C. encouraged鼓励；D. warned警告。根据上文提到的童年时的一个不当行为导致了如此多的通信，以及下文“and it’s something I keep up with to this day.”作者一直坚持到今天，由此可知，此处应表示这个行为鼓励作者给很多其他人写信。故选C项。
第二节 语法填空(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。
Many people are concerned about the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle, but what does that actually mean Healthy living is about taking___33___(responsible)for your decisions and choices for today and for the future. A healthy lifestyle generally ___34___(regard) as a “balanced life” in ___35___one makes “wise choices”. It is a valuable resource for reducing health problems, relieving life stress, and improving quality of life.
The right nutrition is necessary to live a healthy lifestyle. Your body requires a well-balanced diet every day in order to maintain the proper amounts of vitamins, proteins and minerals ___36___(need) by your body. Physical fitness keeps your weight in check, prevents heart attacks and other___37___(harm) effects.___38___(basis), there are so many benefits of exercising that you really can live a full life with it.
Emotional stress plays___39___important role in many illnesses, both directly and indirectly. People are also more likely___40___(smoke), overeat, drink too much, argue___41___others and soon, when they are feeling stressed. Thus, stress management is currently a new lifestyle, and relaxation techniques are a key part of having a healthy lifestyle. Being healthy____42____(be) so important, so don’t hesitate to start a healthy lifestyle right now.
【答案】33. responsibility
34. is regarded
35. which 36. needed
37. harmful
38. Basically
39. an 40. to smoke
41. with 42. is
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了健康的生活方式，介绍了其好处以及如何保持健康的生活方式。
【33题详解】
考查名词。句意：健康的生活是对你今天和未来的决定和选择负责。固定短语：take responsibility for，意为“对……负责”，符合句意。故填responsibility。
【34题详解】
考查时态和语态。句意：健康的生活方式通常被认为是一种“平衡的生活”，在这种生活中人们会做出“明智的选择”。这里为本句谓语动词，根据上下文可知，本句时态为一般现在时；主语为“A healthy lifestyle”，单数，和动词“regard”之间为被动关系，所以用被动语态。故填is regarded。
【35题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：健康的生活方式通常被认为是一种“平衡的生活”，在这种生活中人们会做出“明智的选择”。这里为定语从句的关系词，先行词为“a “balanced life””，指物，关系词在定语从句中担当介词in的宾语，用关系代词which引导。故填which。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：你的身体每天需要均衡的饮食，以维持身体所需的适量维生素、蛋白质和矿物质。这里为非谓语动词担当后置定语，被修饰词“vitamins, proteins and minerals”和动词“need”之间为被动关系，用过去分词形式。故填needed。
【37题详解】
考查形容词。句意：身体健康可以控制你的体重，防止心脏病发作和其他有害的影响。分析句子成分可知，空处为形容词harmful“有害的”，修饰空后的名词effects。故填harmful。
【38题详解】
考查副词。句意：基本上，锻炼有很多好处，你真的可以过充实的生活。担当本句状语，用副词形式；出现在句首，首字母大写。故填Basically。
【39题详解】
考查冠词。句意：情绪压力直接或间接地在许多疾病中起着重要作用。固定短语：play an important role in，意为“在……中起着重要作用”，符合本句句意。故填an。
【40题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：当人们感到压力时，他们也更有可能吸烟、暴饮暴食、酗酒、与他人争吵等等。固定短语：be likely to do sth，意为“有可能做某事”，符合本句句意。故填to smoke。
【41题详解】
考查介词。句意：当人们感到压力时，他们也更有可能吸烟、暴饮暴食、酗酒、与他人争吵等等。固定短语：argue with…，意为“和……争吵”，符合句意。故填with。
【42题详解】
考查动词时态。句意：保持健康是如此重要，所以不要犹豫，现在就开始健康的生活方式吧。这里为本句谓语动词，根据上下文可知，本句时态为一般现在时；主语为“Being healthy”，单数。故填is。
第三节 单词拼写(共 15 小题;每小题0.5分,满分 7.5 分)
根据首字母或语境，写出下列各句中的单词，并将单词的完整形式写在答题卡相应题号的横线上。注意每个空格只填一个单词。 (共15题，每题0.5分，共7.5分)
43. Put simply,p________is your natural ability that can be developed when you try hard enough. （根据首字母单词拼写）
【答案】potential##otential
【解析】
【分析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：简而言之，潜能就是当你足够努力时发展培养的天生的能力。根据单词首字母及句意“潜能”以及空格后的be动词可知，该空格处应填写名词，作主语。故填potential。
44. You have both a new desire for i________ and a continued need for your parents’ love and support. (根据首字母填单词)
【答案】independence##ndependence
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：你对独立有了新的渴望，也继续需要父母的爱和支持。根据句意及首字母提示可知，此处使用名词independence“独立”作宾语，不可数名词。故填independence。
45. However, when we s________ to be alone, we must be careful that we do not always escape into our own world. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】seek##eek
【解析】
【详解】考查动词。句意：然而，当我们寻求独处时，我们必须小心，不要总是逃避到自己的世界里。根据单词首字母以及句意可知应填动词seek，作谓语，陈述事实用一般现在时，主语为we，谓语用原形。故填seek。
46. Jennifer’s case is a r________ of the dangers of the unhealthy weight-loss habits that have become common among teenagers of both sexes. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】reminder##eminder
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：詹妮弗的案例提醒人们，不健康的减肥习惯在男女青少年中都很常见。根据空格前的冠词a可知，空格处应填名词单数作表语，根据句意“提醒物”是reminder。故填reminder。
47. The f________ of recent research has been on environmental issues. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】focus##ocus
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：最近研究的重点是环境问题。根据句意以及首字母提示可知，此处为名词focus“重点”作主语，满足句意要求，the focus of意为“……的重点”。故填focus。
48. Thankfully, five days after the hurricane, bus services are now back to n________. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】normal##ormal
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：值得庆幸的是，飓风过去五天后，公交服务已经恢复正常。根据单词首字母以及句意可知应填名词normal，意为“常态”，作宾语，不可数。故填normal。
49 All lights in the room went out suddenly because of a power f________. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】failure##ailure
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：由于停电，房间里所有的灯都突然灭了。根据句意以及首字母提示可知，此处为名词failure“故障”，构成固定短语power failure“电力故障，停电”，满足句意要求。故填failure。
50. I wanted to be a lawyer, but I was under p________ from my parents to become a teacher. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】pressure##ressure
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：我想成为一名律师，但迫于父母让我成为一名教师的压力。under pressure在压力下。根据首字母提示及句意，故填pressure。
51. Whatever happens, we will work together and ________ to this challenge. (根据句意单词拼写)
【答案】rise
【解析】
【详解】考查动词短语。句意：无论发生什么，我们都将共同努力，迎接这一挑战。根据句意可知，此处为动词短语rise to“应对或成功应对困难、挑战或压力”，满足句意要求，结合and连接的will work 可知，此处也应为动词原形。故填rise。
52. Peter has ________ up since I saw him last time. He is now much taller than me. (根据句意单词拼写)
【答案】shot
【解析】
【详解】考查动词。句意：自从我上次见到彼得以来，他长高很多。他现在比我高多了。根据句意“迅速长高”可知为短语shoot up，结合上文has可知为现在完成时。故填shot。
53. We will make an apology for not being able to ________ it to the meeting on Sunday. (根据句意单词拼写)
【答案】make
【解析】
【详解】考查动词和固定短语。句意：我们为将不能参加星期天的会议而道歉。根据句意可知，此处使用动词make，make it to“到达， 赶上”，为固定短语。be able to do sth.“能够做某事”，故本题to后用动词原形。故填make。
54. The concert was fantastic — it ________ up to all our expectations.(根据句意单词拼写)
【答案】lived
【解析】
【详解】考查动词短语。句意：音乐会太棒了，没有辜负我们的期望。结合句意“不辜负”可知短语为live up to，结合was可知为一般过去时。故填lived。
55. I took ________ of the good weather to paint the fence for my neighbor yesterday. (根据句意单词拼写)
【答案】advantage
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：昨天我利用好天气给邻居刷了栅栏。根据句意和句中“the good weather”可推知，表示“利用”用动词短语take advantage of，符合句意。故填advantage。
56. In ________ to public stress, the government decided to take action to stop this risky hunting of rare animals. (根据句意单词拼写)
【答案】response
【解析】
【详解】考查固定短语。句意：为了应对公众的压力，政府决定采取行动制止这种冒险狩猎稀有动物的行为。根据句意可知，此处为固定短语In response to“作为回应”，满足句意要求。故填response。
57. Detectives are so far at ________loss to explain the reason for his death. （用适当的词填空）
【答案】a
【解析】
【详解】考查冠词。句意：侦探们目前无法解释他的死因。at a loss“困惑，茫然，不知所措”为固定短语，符合句意，故填a。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 应用文写作(满分 15分)
58. 假如你是李华，你的好朋友Mary因搬家换了一所新学校，因不知如何结交新朋友而感到苦恼。请你根据下面的提示写一封建议信。
1.表示理解与同情；
2.提出建议；
3.表达祝愿。
注意：
1.开头和结尾已给出；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Mary,
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Mary,
I’m sorry to hear that you have difficulty in making friends in new school. Here are some tips to help you. First of all, why not ask people their likes and dislikes If you do this, you’ll find classmates with the same interests. Besides, I advise you should join in discussions and show interest in other people’s ideas and then you can know different people and let them see you are friendly. Last but not least, it would be a good idea if you could smile as often as you can. As we all know, smile can help break the ice. I hope you will find these ideas useful.
Hope to hear of your good news.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文写作。要求给朋友提出建议，帮助她在新学校结交朋友。
【详解】1.词汇积累
困难：difficulty→trouble
此外：besides → what’s more
建议：advise→suggest
有用的：useful→ valuable
2句式拓展
同义句转换
原句：I advise you should join in discussions and show interest in other people’s ideas and then you can know different people and let them see you are friendly.
拓展句：I advise you should join in discussions and show interest in other people’s ideas so that you can know different people and let them see you are friendly.
【点睛】【高分句型1】I’m sorry to hear that you have difficulty in making friends in new school.（运用了that引导的宾语从句）
【高分句型2】As we all know, smile can help break the ice. （运用了as引导的非限制性定语从句）
第二节 读后续写(满分 25分)
59. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
A few years ago, I was working in a grocery store(食品杂货店). As there were too many customers during the Christmas holidays, I was not used to the management nor the customers there. As I was checking groceries that morning, an elderly man in a wheelchair came through my check stand with a basket filled with candies, soft drinks and other small things. As I finished ringing up his goods, I told the man how much he should pay. He presented an out-of-state cheque(支票) from his son. He explained to me that his son had sent him the cheque for his Christmas present and he wanted to use it to buy gifts for the friends and wonderful workers at the nursing home where he lived, which was a few blocks behind the store. When he talked about them, he appeared very happy.
Since this was not my “home” store, I needed to check the cheque before accepting it. When the manager came over, she looked annoyed and told the gentleman that it was out of the question, in a very impolite manner. She told the gentleman he would just have to go to a bank to cash the cheque. The elderly gentleman started to softly cry as he looked up at me. He was sorry for being unable to pay his bill. He had no choice but to leave with nothing to take.
Seeing his lonely figure(人影), I felt my heart stopped. I could only think this man could be my grandfather. I was sure he must have been a wonderful functioning member of our society before he went to the nursing home because of illness and old age. I was influenced by his kindness and gentleness on his face, and couldn’t believe the impolite way the young manager had refused the gentleman’s request. I felt sad while trying to check out for the next few customers.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
That night when I got home, I still cared about that gentleman and I thought I could do something for him.
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As I gently touched the man’s hand, he woke and looked at me in surprise.
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【答案】参考范文：
That night when I got home, I still cared about that gentleman and I thought I could do something for him. I went to a grocery store in our area and bought the same things as the gentleman planned to buy. I tried to find the nursing home where the gentleman lived. Luckily, the home was easy to find, but I was just hoping it would be just as easy to find the gentleman, I described the man to a nurse sitting at the desk and she told me I was in luck. She led me to the man’s room. He was sleeping.
As I gently touched the man’s hand, he woke and looked at me in surprise. I told him that I was the salesgirl who checked his items out at the grocery store in the daytime. And then I handed him a basket filled with all the things he wished to buy. He looked up at me and then to the nurse who had accompanied me to his room. He said I was an angel and he started to weep. I was moved too and felt I really did a great thing.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者在一家杂货店工作，圣诞节期间遇到一位老人来为养老院的朋友和工作人员买了很多东西，结账时老人出示的支票无法使用，老人开始哭泣，只能两手空空地离开，作者看着老人的背影，感到很难过。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“那天晚上，当我回到家，我仍然关心那位先生，我想我可以为他做点什么。”可知，第一段可描写作者买了和老人一样的东西送去养老院。
②由第二段首句内容“我轻轻地碰了碰他的手，他醒了，惊讶地看着我。”可知，第二段可描写作者把东西送给老人以及老人的反应。
2.续写线索：
买东西——找到养老院和老人——把东西给老人——老人哭泣——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①购买：buy/purchase
②交给某人：hand sb/give sb
③哭泣：weep/cry
情绪类
①惊讶：in surprise/be astonished
②感动：be moved/be touched
【点睛】[高分句型1]. I tried to find the nursing home where the gentleman lived. （由关系副词where引导的定语从句）
[高分句型2]. I told him that I was the salesgirl who checked his items out at the grocery store in the daytime. （由连接词that引导的宾语从句和关系代词who引导的定语从句）
听力：1-5 ACBCA 6-10 BBCAB 11-15 CAACB 16-20 AABBC2023~2024学年度第一学期期中考试
高一英语试题
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
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。
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，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. 9.15. C. 9.18
答案是B。
I. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Visit a tourist destination.
B Drink some wine.
C. Try the food.
2. What does the man most likely want to do
A. Find a private room.
B. Visit the building.
C. Get on a train.
3. Which is the best for the environment according to the man
A. Plastic. B. Bamboo. C. Cotton.
4. How does the woman sound
A. Interested. B. Happy. C. Afraid.
5. What is the main subject of the conversation
A. Animals. B. Forests. C、Habits.
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。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。
听第6段材料， 回答第6、7题。
6. What will the man have with his sandwich
A. Chips. B. Salad. C. French fries.
7. How much will the man pay for his meal
A.$5.99. B.$6.49. C.$6.99.
听第7段材料， 回答第8至 10题。
8. What color are the shoes the girl’s wearing
A. Black. B. Pink. C. Brown.
9. What does the man suggest the girl do
A. Color her shoes. B. Buy new shoes C. Wear different shoes.
10. When did the girl buy her favorite shoes
A. A month ago. B. A week ago. C. A year ago.
听第8段材料， 回答第11 至 13题。
11. What’s the woman’s feeling toward the interview
A. Confident. B. Calm. C. Upset.
12. What problem does the woman think she had
A. She smiled too much. B. She spoke too much. C. She took too long to answer.
13. What’s the woman’s plan for tonight
A. Going home early.
B. Having another interview.
C. Seeing a show with her friend.
听第9段材料, 回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Old friends. B. Teacher and student. C. Waiter and customer.
15. Where does the conversation take place
A. On a train. B. In a restaurant. C. In a lawyer’s office.
16. When did the woman see her friend last time
A. When they were 18. B. When they were 32. C. When they were 50.
17. Where does the woman probably live
A. In Beijing. B. In Harbin. C. In Tianjin.
听第10段材料， 回答第18至20题。
I8. When was the tower completed
A. In 2004. B. In 2009. C. In 2010.
19、Why was the tower build
A. To draw visitors.
B. To attract investment.
C. To pay more attention to oil in the region.
20. What is special about the tower
A. It’s designed by the president of the country.
B、It has great environment for business.
C. It can reflect other buildings in Dubai.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分 42.5分)
第一节 (共12小题; 每小题2.5分， 满分30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
A Color Run at School
What Is a Color Run
The event is usually a five-kilometer untimed run. Participants are doused(浇涂上)from head to toe in a different colored powder at each kilometer mark. This activity inspired by the Hindu festival of Holi is perfect for promoting community and happiness.
A color run is a fun event perfect for schools. It is a way to promote health and activity among children. Schools can choose whether they want to host a color run by themselves or have one organized by an event organizer.
Why Should I Take Part in a Color Run
Taking part in a color run will help you improve your overall physical health. It’s a great way to burn calories and get out. You will also be able to meet new people.
How to Set Up a School Color Run
To set up a school Color Run, you will first need to decide what time you want it to start. Then, you will need to contact the principal at your school. They will then tell you if there is enough space available at the named location. You will need to inform the class teachers and include information in the student handbook. Next, you should contact the parents/guardians of the students at the school through a mailed letter or email. With everything listed above completed, you will have your event organized and ready to go!
1. What do we know about a Color Run
A. It sees runners covered from head to toe. B. It used to be a part of Holi.
C. It’s designed for schools only D. It sets no time limit.
2. What benefit may kids get from a school color run
A. Better physical health. B. Prize money from the race.
C. Friendship with the principal. D. T-shirts with a rainbow pattern.
3. What’s the purpose of the text
A. To advertise. B. To inform. C. To entertain. D. To criticize.
B
Twenty years ago, I drove a taxi for living. One night, I took a fare (出租车乘客) at 2:30 AM. When I arrived to collect, sanding on the side way was a small woman in her 80s with a big suitcase.
After I helped her into the taxi she gave me an address and asked, “Could you drive through downtown ” “It is not the shortest way,” I answered quickly. “I don’t mind,” She said, “I’m in no hurry. I’m on my way to a hospice (临终安养院).” I looked in the rear-view mirror (后视镜). Her eyes were wet. I quietly reached over and shut off he meter (计价器). “What route would you like me to take ” I asked.
For the next two hours, we drove through the neighborhood where she and her husband had lived when they were newly married. She had me stop in front of a shabby house, where she had gone dancing as a girl. Sometimes she asked me to slow in front of a particular building and sat staring into the darkness, saying nothing. At last, she said, “I’m tired. Let’s go now.”
We drove in silence to the destination. It was a grey low building.
“How much do I owe you ” She asked, reaching into her purse. “Nothing,” I said. Almost without thinking, I bent and gave her a hug. She held on to me tightly and whispered a “Thank you”. I squeezed her hand and walked into the dim morning light. Behind me, a door shut. It was the sound of the closing of a life.
I didn’t pick up any more passengers, but drove aimlessly, lost in thought. What if that woman had come across an impatient driver What if I had refused to drive through downtown Great moments often catch us unaware, beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one.
4. What caused the author to shut off the meter
A. His distrust of the fare. B. His pity for the woman.
C. The breakdown of the meter. D. The cold weather at midnight.
5. What was the aim of the women’s ride downtown
A. To find a place to settle down.
B. To reach the destination on time.
C. To kill time before the hospice opened.
D. To see the city for last time.
6. What can we learn from the story
A. Giving is always a pleasure.
B. People should respect elderly people.
C. A small act of kindness brings people great joy.
D. Strangers are family you haven’t known yet.
7. Which of the following describe the author best
A. Positive and energetic. B. Helping and humorous.
C. Sensitive and patient. D. Kind-hearted but demanding.
8. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. A taxi ride I will never forget
B. My strange driving experience
C. The ending of an old woman’s life
D. An old woman passenger and her life
C
There is an old Chinese proverb that states “One generation plants the trees; another gets the shade,” and this is how it should be with mothers and daughters. The relationship between a mother and a daughter is sometimes confusing. The relationship can be similar to friendship. However, the mother and daughter relationship has unique characteristics that distinguish it from a friendship. These characteristics include a hierarchy (等级) of responsibilities and unconditional love, which preclude mothers and daughters from being best friends.
Marina, 27 years old, said, “I love spending time with my mom, but I wouldn’t consider her my best friend. Best friends don’t pay for your wedding. Best friends don’t remind you how they carried you in their body and gave you life! Best friend: don’t tell you how wise they are because they have been alive at least 20 years longer than you.” This doesn’t mean that the mother and daughter relationship can’t be very close and satisfying.
While some adult relationships are still troubled, many find them to be extremely rewarding. This generation of mothers and adult daughters has a lot in common, which increases the likelihood of shared companionship. Mothers and daughters have always shared the common experience of being homemakers, responsible for maintaining and passing on family values and traditions. Today contemporary mothers and daughters also share the experience of the workforce and technology, which may bring them even closer together.
Best friends may or may not continue to be best friends, but for better or worse, the mother and daughter relationship is permanent, even if for some unfortunate reason they aren’t speaking. The mother and child relationship is closer than any other. There is not an equal relationship. Daughters should not feel responsible for their mother’s emotional well-being. It isn’t that they don’t care deeply about their mothers. It’s just that they shouldn’t be burdened with their mother’s well-being.
The mother and daughter relationship is a relationship that is not replaceable by any other. Mothers never stop being mothers, which includes frequently wanting to protect their daughters and often feeling responsible for their happiness. Mothers always “trump (胜过)” friends.
9. What does the underlined word “preclude” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A. differ B. prevent C. benefit D. change
10. What do we know from the text
A. The mother and daughter relationship can be replaced by a best friend.
B. A mother’s love brings her and her daughter a close friendship.
C. The mother and daughter relationship goes beyond best friends’ friendship.
D. Marina has a troubled relationship with her mother.
11. How does the author mainly prove his statements
A. By listing data. B. By giving explanations.
C. By quoting sayings. D. By giving examples.
12. What is the best title for the text
A. How to Be a Good Mother and Daughter B. Who Is a Mother’s Best Friend
C Mothers or Friends D. Can a Mother Be a Daughter’s Best Friend
第二节 (共5小题, 每小题2.5分, 满分 12.5分)
阅读下列短文，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。
Tips for Discussing Current Events with Children
Often the news children see and hear can be confusing and alarming. Maybe you don’t let your child read or watch the news. ___13___With some preparation, you can help your child to understand and react calmly to news and current events.
The first thing to keep in mind is to find out what your child already knows. Your child may have already heard about an event but lack context for an understanding of the details. Ask your child questions about what news topics are being discussed in school or what stories they recently saw in the newspaper or on TV. ___14___
Another way you can help your child understand the news is to seek out child-appropriate news sources Explain to your child the importance of getting news from reliable sources. There are multiple well-regarded websites that have news stories for younger children. ___15___Try to watch or read the news together and encourage your child to ask questions if they see something confusing.
___16___If a news story upsets you, it is okay to tell your child this, showing children that having strong feelings about world events is healthy. However, you shouldn’t try to force your child to feel the same way as you. Encourage your child to read or watch the news critically and draw their own conclusions.
All in all, by talking with your child about current events, you can help your child to feel more confident in their understanding of the world. ___17___
A. Finally, be careful not to upset your child.
B. Besides, be honest with your child about your feelings.
C. But they can hear about events from other children at school.
D. This is not likely to be an attractive option for older children.
E. Then you can help them fill in gaps in their understanding of events.
F. You can also help them become a better and more informed global citizen.
G. Older children may want to read the same news sources that you read or watch.
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，满分37.5分)
第一节 完形填空(共15 小题; 每小题1 分，满分 15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
It might sound a bit old-fashioned, but there’s something unique about handwritten things. And I’m a real believer in the___18___of letters.
When I was about 12 years old, my friends and I wanted a pet mouse. The pet shop wouldn’t___19___us one until we had a letter from a parent, so, having the tidiest___20___, I faked(伪)one.
My trick was quickly___21___. My mum felt that the punishment should fit the crime, so she made me write letters to a few randomly selected___22___.
One of them was my uncle who I’d only___23___a few times. I wrote along letter___24___my life and listing my interests.
My punishment___25___, I forgot about this until I suddenly got a reply from him. He told me all about his life and would love to___26___about what school subjects I enjoyed. And so started a correspondence(通信)that____27____for several years.
Then out of the blue, he passed away. My mum was____28____as they had not really spoken for years. I went upstairs and presented a box of____29____from him. She comforted herself reading them and knowing that ____30____she hadn’t been in touch, I had grown close to him by writing to him.
I often think about how that one____31____childhood behavior led to such an enriching correspondence. It____32____me-to write to lots of other people, and it’s something I keep up with to this day.
18. A. content B. advance C. order D. power
19. A. sell B. pay C. give D. offer
20. A. handwriting B. room C. hand D. habit
21. A. admired B. exchanged C. discovered D. solved
22. A. strangers B. neighbors C. relatives D. friends
23. A. ignored B. met C. recognized D. thanked
24. A. detailing B. organizing C. improving D. wasting
25. A. reasonable B. complete C. serious D. efficient
26. A. think B. care C. hear D. argue
27. A. went on B. ended up C. got over D. turned up
28. A. concerned B. upset C. angry D. calm
29. A. chocolates B. books C. puddings D. letters
30. A. after B. although C. because D. if
31. A. meaningful B. frank C. unique D. improper
32. A. advised B. required C. encouraged D. warned
第二节 语法填空(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。
Many people are concerned about the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle, but what does that actually mean Healthy living is about taking___33___(responsible)for your decisions and choices for today and for the future. A healthy lifestyle generally ___34___(regard) as a “balanced life” in ___35___one makes “wise choices”. It is a valuable resource for reducing health problems, relieving life stress, and improving quality of life.
The right nutrition is necessary to live a healthy lifestyle. Your body requires a well-balanced diet every day in order to maintain the proper amounts of vitamins, proteins and minerals ___36___(need) by your body. Physical fitness keeps your weight in check, prevents heart attacks and other___37___(harm) effects.___38___(basis), there are so many benefits of exercising that you really can live a full life with it.
Emotional stress plays___39___important role in many illnesses, both directly and indirectly. People are also more likely___40___(smoke), overeat, drink too much, argue___41___others and soon, when they are feeling stressed. Thus, stress management is currently a new lifestyle, and relaxation techniques are a key part of having a healthy lifestyle. Being healthy____42____(be) so important, so don’t hesitate to start a healthy lifestyle right now.
第三节 单词拼写(共 15 小题;每小题0.5分,满分 7.5 分)
根据首字母或语境，写出下列各句中的单词，并将单词的完整形式写在答题卡相应题号的横线上。注意每个空格只填一个单词。 (共15题，每题0.5分，共7.5分)
43. Put simply,p________is your natural ability that can be developed when you try hard enough. （根据首字母单词拼写）
44. You have both a new desire for i________ and a continued need for your parents’ love and support. (根据首字母填单词)
45. However, when we s________ to be alone, we must be careful that we do not always escape into our own world. (根据首字母单词拼写)
46. Jennifer’s case is a r________ of the dangers of the unhealthy weight-loss habits that have become common among teenagers of both sexes. (根据首字母单词拼写)
47. The f________ of recent research has been on environmental issues. (根据首字母单词拼写)
48. Thankfully, five days after the hurricane, bus services are now back to n________. (根据首字母单词拼写)
49. All lights in the room went out suddenly because of a power f________. (根据首字母单词拼写)
50. I wanted to be a lawyer, but I was under p________ from my parents to become a teacher. (根据首字母单词拼写)
51. Whatever happens, we will work together and ________ to this challenge. (根据句意单词拼写)
52. Peter has ________ up since I saw him last time. He is now much taller than me. (根据句意单词拼写)
53. We will make an apology for not being able to ________ it to the meeting on Sunday. (根据句意单词拼写)
54. The concert was fantastic — it ________ up to all our expectations.(根据句意单词拼写)
55. I took ________ of the good weather to paint the fence for my neighbor yesterday. (根据句意单词拼写)
56. In ________ to public stress, the government decided to take action to stop this risky hunting of rare animals. (根据句意单词拼写)
57. Detectives are so far at ________loss to explain the reason for his death. （用适当的词填空）
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 应用文写作(满分 15分)
58. 假如你是李华，你的好朋友Mary因搬家换了一所新学校，因不知如何结交新朋友而感到苦恼。请你根据下面的提示写一封建议信。
1表示理解与同情；
2.提出建议；
3.表达祝愿。
注意：
1.开头和结尾已给出；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Mary,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写(满分 25分)
59. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
A few years ago I was working in a grocery store(食品杂货店). As there were too many customers during the Christmas holidays, I was not used to the management nor the customers there. As I was checking groceries that morning, an elderly man in a wheelchair came through my check stand with a basket filled with candies, soft drinks and other small things. As I finished ringing up his goods, I told the man how much he should pay. He presented an out-of-state cheque(支票) from his son. He explained to me that his son had sent him the cheque for his Christmas present and he wanted to use it to buy gifts for the friends and wonderful workers at the nursing home where he lived, which was a few blocks behind the store. When he talked about them, he appeared very happy.
Since this was not my “home” store, I needed to check the cheque before accepting it. When the manager came over, she looked annoyed and told the gentleman that it was out of the question, in a very impolite manner. She told the gentleman he would just have to go to a bank to cash the cheque. The elderly gentleman started to softly cry as he looked up at me. He was sorry for being unable to pay his bill. He had no choice but to leave with nothing to take.
Seeing his lonely figure(人影), I felt my heart stopped. I could only think this man could be my grandfather. I was sure he must have been a wonderful functioning member of our society before he went to the nursing home because of illness and old age. I was influenced by his kindness and gentleness on his face, and couldn’t believe the impolite way the young manager had refused the gentleman’s request. I felt sad while trying to check out for the next few customers.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
That night when I got home, I still cared about that gentleman and I thought I could do something for him.
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As I gently touched the man’s hand, he woke and looked at me in surprise.
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