英语试卷
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。
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。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。
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What does the woman decline to have
A. Juice. B. Cheese. C. Tomato salad.
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What do we know about the frogs according to the woman
A. They may be hiding in the grass. B. They are under the water. C. They jumped away.
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How long does it take the woman to run 10 kilometers now
A. 49 minutes. B. 51 minutes. C. 54 minutes.
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What’s wrong with the woman’s computer
A. The memory needs to be changed.
B. The space bar doesn’t work properly.
C. The keyboard cannot be connected.
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What will the speakers probably do tomorrow
A Check the windows. B. Buy a computer. C. Visit a museum
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
6. What does the man want to do
A. Make a reservation. B. Change his flight. C. Cancel his order.
7 When does the conversation take place
A. On January 13th. B. On January 14th. C. On January 15th.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
8. What does the woman want to change
A. The subject of the meeting. B. The time of the meeting. C. The location of the meeting.
9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Boss and employee. C. Teacher and student.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
10. What did the man want to be when he was a child
A. A doctor. B. A racing driver. C. An ambulance driver.
11. What does the man think about the job he is being trained for
A. It makes him feel ill. B. It is a big responsibility. C. It requires a lot of luck.
12. What can we know about Brady
A. He saved a man. B. He had a heart attack. C. He was hit by a car.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
13. What is the man
A. He’s a coach. B. He’s an athlete. C. He’s a shop assistant.
14. Why does the woman’s brother seldom go swimming
A. He is often out with his friends. B. He lives far from the beach. C. He doesn’t like swimming.
15. Which item will the woman pay for at last
A. A swimming suit. B. A skateboard. C. A surfboard.
16. What is the conversation mainly about
A. Doing sports. B. Having a race. C. Buying a gift.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
17. Which part of recycling is the most difficult according to the speaker
A. Sorting. B. Collecting. C. Delivering.
18. Which rubbish cans are for metal
A. Green ones. B. Pink ones. C. Purple ones.
19. How long is each student asked to do the recycling program each week
A. For about four hours. B. For about six hours. C. For about seven hours.
20. What’s the main purpose of the talk
A. To introduce the use of different rubbish cans.
B. To explain the importance of recycling.
C. To describe the new recycling program.
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
This free night of music is a must-attend for jazz fans and music lovers alike! It is presented in association with the American Jazz Museum.
For the first time on stage in an ongoing cooperation, theoretical physicist Stephen Alexander and NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison, a New Orleans-based saxophonist, explore their theory of quantum improvisation (量子即兴创作). They will also be joined by composer and bassist Santi Debriano along with other famous musicians for a night of jazz and its poetic link to the universe.
Time
7:00 pm—8:30 pm, December 22,2023
Event
6:00 p. m.—Doors open
7:00 p. m.—Lively conversation on jazz and quantum improvisation with Library President Lisa Browar Stephen Alexander, and Donald Harrison
7:30 p. m.—Jazz concert—seven to eight songs, including two original pieces—starts!
8:30 p. m.—Jazz concert concludes
Venue
Please note that this event will be held at the Folly Theater, 300 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64105. The program will be free and open to the public, but advanced registration will be required. Attendees can also purchase the souvenirs such as T-shirts and caps linked to the event as well as the magazine signed by these famous musicians.
Parking
Parking is available in the garage next to the Folly Theater for $10-$15. The garage only accepts credit cards.
21. What does the concert mainly focus on
A. The modern science. B. The popular music.
C. The musical instruments. D. The jazz of physics.
22. How long does the Jazz concert last
A. Half an hour. B. An hour. C. One and half an hour. D. Two hours.
23. Which of the following is free of charge
A. Parking in the garage. B. A T-shirt worn by a musician.
C. Admission to the event. D. The magazine signed by musicians.
B
Ernest Hemingway, the Nobel Prize-winning American writer, first visited Pamplona during the traditional festival 100 years ago. The festival started more than seven hundred years ago. For nine days, people come to the northern Spanish city for bull running, bullfighting and partying.
The festival affected Hemingway so deeply that he returned eight times. Here is a description of what happens at the start of the bull running: A rocket would be lit. And the bulls would charge out of the gate. At that moment, a crowd of runners wearing white clothes and red scarves would start to run. They would look back, move and dance to avoid being injured by the charging bull’s horns. Onlookers would cheer them on from balconies above.
In 1926, Hemingway wrote his first book, The Sun Also Rises. He wrote about his experiences in Pamplona and established himself as the voice of what became known as the Lost Generation. “I can’t stand it to think my life is going so fast and I’m not really living it,” says one character in the book. “Nobody ever lives their life all the way up except bull-fighters,” is the answer.
Bill Hillman is a 41-year-old professor from Chicago. He first read the book at college. When he turned to the last page, he learnt two things: He wanted to become a writer, and he would run in front of Pamplona’s bulls someday. His first running of the bulls was in 2005 and he has been running ever since. He has been wounded twice, but that has not lessened his interest.
Last year, 1.7 million people came to the festival. Pamplona native Miguel has written about the festival’s links to Hemingway. He believes the writer’s influence on its popularity has been as large as people say. Besides, he thinks that Pamplona is still using Hemingway to gain attention. “We made him into an icon,” he said.
24. What is the main attraction of the festival in Pamplona
A. Hemingway’s influence. B. Running bulls.
C. The long history of the town. D. The beautiful scenery there.
25. Why does the author quote Hemingway’s words in paragraph 2
A. To show the writer’s talent for language. B. To show the popularity of the festival.
C. To show the details of the festival. D. To show the writer’s personal experience.
26. Which word can best describe Bill Hillman
A. Strong-willed. B. Stubborn. C. Adventurous. D. Desperate.
27. What is the main idea of the text
A People take an active part in bull fighting.
B. Ernest Hemingway is an icon in a famous city.
C. The festival in Pamplona is still as popular as before.
D. Ernest Hemingway has an influence on Pamplona’s festival.
C
Washing machines are one of the greatest inventions of the last few centuries. They have made people’s life easier around the world. Unfortunately, washing machines also contribute to microplastics flowing into the oceans. That is why the washing machine manufacturer, Samsung, and the outdoors-wear company, Patagonia, are working together to make a change.
For Patagonia, the issue of microplastics is one that has been on their minds for years. Though iconic, the company’s woolen jackets and pullover s release many microfibers. As for Samsung, new regulations throughout the world have forced many producers to start thinking about ways they can help reduce the number of microplastics. There are currently more than 14 million tons of microplastics floating in the oceans. Though people primarily think of things such as plastic bottles and fishing line, thousands of microplastics are released down the drain (下水道) with every laundry load.
The issue is a sort of catch-22. On the one hand, in order to reduce energy costs, manufacturers try to make their machines more efficient. These machines use hotter water and are designed to create more friction between the clothing in the machine. However, both of these things lead to the release of more microplastics. So, using Patagonia clothes as test cases, Samsung came up with a two-fold solution: One is a technology called Eco-bubbles that create s a larger amount of bubbles to help wash clothing more easily, and the other is a water purifier that can filter out more microplastics.
The collaboration (合作) between the two companies is proof of something urgent. On one hand, well-constructed and durable clothing is a weapon in the fight against fast fashion. On the other hand, the material used to make those clothing and the way they are washed can also add pollutants to the environment. The same goes for washing machines. The fight against climate change requires creative thinking and learning how to attack a problem from many angles, which will certainly lead to even more creative and fruitful collaboration.
28. What do Samsung and Patagonia aim to do
A. Stop the use of microplastics. B. Produce modern advanced washing machines.
C. Solve the issue of world’s energy shortage. D. Find a solution to handle microplastics.
29. What does the underlined word “catch-22” in paragraph 3 refer to
A. A tricky problem. B. A possible dream.
C. A doubtful fact. D. A practical method.
30. Which of the following measures will reduce the release of microplastics
A. Using hotter water to wash clothes. B. Adding a water purifier to the machine.
C. Creating more friction in the machine. D. Changing the structure of the clothing.
31. What does the cooperation between Samsung and Patagonia show
A. The importance of creative thinking. B. The influence of human’s active action.
C. The complexity of saving the environment. D. The creation of modern machines.
D
With new advances in AI and autonomous driverless cars and trains, it makes sense that this mode of transportation could be expanded to buses too. Now a full-sized autonomous bus service is up and running in Scotland. The buses began running in May, 2023 and are carrying passengers between Ferrytoll Park and the Edinburgh Park train and tram exchange. This 14-mile route is the first of its kind in the UK.
The autonomous buses are being operated by Stagecoach, the largest coach operator in the UK. While the buses are autonomous, fully self-driving vehicles are not currently permitted in the UK, so they are required to have a safety driver to monitor the technology, and a bus captain that will help passengers board and purchase tickets. The driver can take control in case of an emergency situation. The vehicles use sensors to travel on specific routes and can reach the top speed of 50 mph. These autonomous buses are being trialed through 2025.
It took almost 10 years of research and development and 1.8 million kilometers of practice runs to reach this milestone which is considered the first full-size use of autonomous buses in Europe. “There have already been short trials in several cities in Italy, Finland, and France and there are plans for driverless buses to be introduced in Switzerland, Germany, and Norway. We want Scotland to continue to be a leading figure in the development of autonomous vehicles and the start of this live trial will really help the country create its credit on the world stage,” said Kevin Stewart, Scottish transport minister.
This project was one of six to receive funding from a joint UK government and Industry undertaking to speed up the commercialization of self-driving technology. The government hopes that the autonomous buses will be faster, more reliable, and safer to use than traditional buses since 88 percent of road accidents are caused by drivers’ errors.
32. Why is a driver needed on an autonomous driverless bus
A. To help passengers board. B. To sell tickets to passengers.
C. To check the fuel of the bus. D. To track the movement of the bus.
33. Which of the following is the effect of the autonomous buses on the UK
A. Increasing the income for the country. B. Building up its new position to the world.
C. Causing drivers’ unemployment. D. Improving its bad transportation system.
34. What can we infer about the autonomous buses in the UK from the text
A. They are the first vehicles to use AI technology.
B. They have been well received by the passengers.
C. They are expected to cause fewer road accidents.
D. They prove how important technology is to a country.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. Autonomous Buses Hit the Road in the UK
B. Autonomous Buses Are Welcome Worldwide
C. Autonomous Buses Have Come to Our Life
D. Drivers Will Withdraw from the Historical Stage
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Do you often feel tired throughout the day If you feel worn-out by the middle of the day, you are far from alone. If you are constantly tired, it could be your body signaling that something is troubling you. ___36___. You can follow some ways to help you do that and feel more energetic.
Adjust your bedtime. In fact, more than a third of Americans do not get enough sleep. It is recommended that adults aged 18-60 get at least seven hours of sleep a night. ___37___, so you should go to bed earlier. By doing that, you could wake up more energized and feel better all day long.
___38___ . When you feel tired, your first reaction is to reach for a sweet snack or drink. Sugary foods cause an increase in blood sugar that causes your body to release a large amount of insulin (胰岛素). The result is that you feel even more tired.
Get moving every day. You may think that exercising is the last thing you want to do when you are tired but it can actually be the best thing you can do. That’s because exercise releases hormones that can help you feel more energized. ___39___. Being in nature is a good way to improve your overall mood and wellbeing.
Take a powerful nap. If you need it, take a quick power nap. Naps can be big productivity boosters and do not have to take a long time. Taking a 20-minute nap can help you get the energy you need for the rest of the day. ___40___.
A. You can do more exercise
B. You have to adjust your lifestyle
C. Limit sugar and stick to health y drinks
D. Remind yourself to drink plenty of water
E. Turn off the computer and rest your body and mind
F. Take a walk outdoors rather than sit during your lunch
G. Not getting enough sleep can lead to some health problems
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分 30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
A storeowner was putting up a board above his door reading “puppies for sale.” ___41___ like that have a way of attracting small children, and sure enough, a little boy ___42___. “How much are they ” he asked.
The storeowner replied, “From $30 to $50.” The boy pulled out some ___43___. “I have $2.37,” he said. “Can I look at them ”
The storeowner whistled and out of the store came a mother dog, followed by five ___44___ balls of fur. One of them was ___45___ slowly behind the others. Immediately the boy ___46___ the dog and said, “What’s wrong with him ”
The storeowner ___47___ that he was born disabled and he couldn’t run and jump. The boy became ___48___. “That is the little dog that I want to ___49___.” The storeowner said, “No, you don’t want to buy him. If you really like him, I’ll give it to you.”
The boy got a little ____50____. He looked straight into the storeowner’s eyes and said, “I don’t want your ____51____ .I’ll pay the full price: $2.37 now, and 50 cents a month until I’ve completed the ____52____.” The storeowner responded, “He has lost his ____53____ of running and jumping and playing with you.”
Then the boy reached down and rolled up his trousers to reveal a badly-twisted left leg. He ____54____ and softly replied, “I don’t run so well myself, and the puppy will need someone who ____55____ him!”
41. A. Directions B. Signs C. Greetings D. Discounts
42. A. corresponded B. whispered C. called D. appeared
43. A. paper B. change C. tips D. tickets
44. A. ugly B. lazy C. sick D. tiny
45. A. moving B. dancing C. reacting D. barking
46. A. requested B. approached C. spotted D. stopped
47. A. explained B. described C. apologized D. complained
48. A. inspired B. interested C. relaxed D. annoyed
49. A. adopt B. rescue C. possess D. secure
50. A. greedy B. upset C. grateful D. gentle
51. A. patience B. contribution C. sympathy D. generosity
52. A. process B. work C. payment D. movement
53. A. intention B. ability C. routine D. control
54. A. looked up B. got off C. bent down D. turned around
55. A. resembles B. cares C. understands D. believes
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。
Plant lovers believe that talking to plants helps them grow. Scientists have discovered that plants make sounds when they are ___56___ stress. The noises are similar to ___57___ human cry or scream. The scientists believe the sounds are specific enough for us to be able to understand them and to care for their ___58___ (need). Unfortunately, plant sounds are at too high a frequency (频率) for the human ear ___59___ (pick) up. Humans can only hear frequencies of up to 16 kilohertz. The scientists used special AI to detect these sounds ___60___ (produce) by plants that were up to 250 kilohertz. The AI also differed between different types of plant sounds.
The research was conducted in a lab at Israel’s Tel Aviv University. Scientists ___61___ (discover) that vibrations (振动) from stressed tobacco and tomato plants turned into sound waves. Lead researcher Professor Hadany said: “Each plant and each type of stress ___62___ (link) to a special sound.” She suggested that fields of crops could be quite ___63___ (noise), saying: “While unable for the human ear to hear, the sounds can be heard by bats, mice and insects.” Understanding these sounds could help us know ___64___ crops are in need of water, so as to water them in time. Therefore, farmers could water their crops ____65____ (efficient), and thus save more water.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是学校英语报的负责人李华，计划在报刊上新增校园之星栏目。请给外籍教师Jennifer写一封电子邮件。内容包括：
1.新增栏目的意义和内容；
2.征询老师的意见。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Jennifer,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was shopping at a clothing store to find a birthday gift for a friend. For a few moments, I forgot about the gift when I saw some skinny jeans. I’d dreamed of purchasing them, but I always put that thought on the back burner since most girls wearing them were much younger. This day, though, my eagerness was stronger.
I grabbed jeans in my size and walked to the dressing room where I was greeted by a young, cheerful girl. She said in a loud voice “Oh, you’ll look fine.” In the dressing room, I held up the jeans in front of me. But would I be brave enough to wear them I rarely wore jeans, let alone skinny jeans.
I slipped the jeans over my legs. They were tight, but I had gone this far, so I tried hard to pull them up to my waist. There was no way I was able to zipper those jeans. They were too tight. I tried to sit down to take off the jeans, but my knees wouldn’t bend at all. I leaned on the wall for support to take off the jeans. However, my foot got stuck, and I fell to the floor with a loud noise.
The girl called out, “Are you okay ” I looked outside and could see her walking toward my dressing room. Clearly, if I could see her, she could see me. “I’m okay,” I yelled out. “I just need a larger size.” She made a U-turn to get me another pair. I hoped that would give me time to stand up.
I figured if I could bend my right leg slightly, I’d be able to take them off. Trying hard, I couldn’t help laughing. However, my laughter was stopped by the girl’s soft voice. I tried to answer but couldn’t get the words out of my mouth without laughing. She tried to hand me the larger jeans through the bottom of the door. “Hold on, I’m coming,” I assured her as I tried to move closer to the door. “Come in,” I said.
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。
There I was, on the floor, trapped in the jeans.
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Not until I got home did I realize I had forgotten to buy a gift.
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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。
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。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. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What does the woman decline to have
A. Juice. B. Cheese. C. Tomato salad.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: What would you like to have, Susan
W: Just some tomato salad and a glass of juice.
M: How about some cheese
W: No, thanks. It’s delicious, but I’m on a diet to control my weight.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What do we know about the frogs according to the woman
A. They may be hiding in the grass. B. They are under the water. C. They jumped away.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: There were three frogs in the pond last night, but now I can’t see any.
M: They can’t have jumped away. Perhaps they are under the water
W: It’s more likely that they are hiding in the grass.
3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
How long does it take the woman to run 10 kilometers now
A. 49 minutes. B. 51 minutes. C. 54 minutes.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: I think I am getting fitter. Three months ago, I ran 10 kilometers in 54 minutes. Now I can do it five minutes faster than before.
M: That’s faster than me. I spent 51 minutes two days ago.
4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What’s wrong with the woman’s computer
A. The memory needs to be changed.
B. The space bar doesn’t work properly.
C. The keyboard cannot be connected.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: Every time I press the space bar on the keyboard, it jumps to the next line.
M: Perhaps the computer is broken. Mine did that after I changed something to do with the memory. Somehow, it changed the settings without my knowing.
5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What will the speakers probably do tomorrow
A. Check the windows. B. Buy a computer. C. Visit a museum
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】M: OK, I’ve locked all the doors to the offices and checked that the windows are closed. Have you turned off all the computers
W: Yes, that’s all been done.
M: OK, Sarah. I’ll see you in front of the museum tomorrow morning.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
6. What does the man want to do
A. Make a reservation. B. Change his flight. C. Cancel his order.
7. When does the conversation take place
A. On January 13th. B. On January 14th. C. On January 15th.
【答案】6. B 7. A
【解析】
【原文】W: Reservation Center. What can I do for you
M: Yes. It’s about my plane ticket.
W: May I have your name, please
M: My name is Zhang Rui. In fact, I have a reservation on Flight No. 125 for Zhenjiang, leaving Beijing at 2:00 p. m. tomorrow. Now I’d like to make a change of my travel schedule.
W: When do you plan to make it
M: Is it possible to change my booking to the day after tomorrow
W: Yes. You are reconfirmed on Flight No. 125 for Zhenjiang, leaving Beijing at 2:00 p. m. on January 15th.
M: Thanks a lot.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
8. What does the woman want to change
A. The subject of the meeting. B. The time of the meeting. C. The location of the meeting.
9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Boss and employee. C. Teacher and student.
【答案】8. B 9. C
【解析】
【原文】W: Oh, Philip. We were supposed to meet earlier this morning to discuss your schoolwork, weren’t we
M: Yes, that’s right.
W: I’m sorry I couldn’t be at my office. I had to sort out a problem in the canteen. Could we meet this afternoon
M: I don’t think I can. I have double physics and then maths this afternoon.
W: OK. How about lunchtime
M: That’s fine.
W: It won’t take long. I just want to go through your progress so far. I don’t think there are any problems with your work, are there
M: No, everything’s fine, as far as I’m concerned.
W: Well, still come along to my office when you’re ready.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
10. What did the man want to be when he was a child
A. A doctor. B. A racing driver. C. An ambulance driver.
11. What does the man think about the job he is being trained for
A. It makes him feel ill. B. It is a big responsibility. C. It requires a lot of luck.
12. What can we know about Brady
A. He saved a man. B. He had a heart attack. C. He was hit by a car.
【答案】10. A 11. B 12. A
【解析】
【原文】W: How is your training going, Brady
M: I’ve got four more weeks and then, as long as I pass, I will be an official ambulance driver.
W: Why did you want to be one of those You always had your heart set on becoming a doctor when you were a little boy. Then, when you were a teenager, you wanted to be a racing driver!
M: Well, this way I combine the two!
W: Yes, I suppose you do! What’s it like driving an ambulance
M: It’s quite a responsibility and it can be quite stressful.
W: Have you driven in an emergency
M: Yes, I drove the ambulance through the city during the rush hour. We were trying to save a man who had had a heart attack and we nearly crashed!
W: What happened in the end
M: We got him to hospital just in time. He is doing well now.
W: I’m so glad to hear that. Good luck in your final few weeks.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
13. What is the man
A. He’s a coach. B. He’s an athlete. C. He’s a shop assistant.
14. Why does the woman’s brother seldom go swimming
A. He is often out with his friends. B. He lives far from the beach. C. He doesn’t like swimming.
15. Which item will the woman pay for at last
A. A swimming suit. B. A skateboard. C. A surfboard.
16. What is the conversation mainly about
A. Doing sports. B. Having a race. C. Buying a gift.
【答案】13. C 14. A 15. C 16. C
【解析】
原文】W: Hi, I’m looking for a present for my little brother’s birthday, but I’m not sure what to get him.
M: Well, we’re in the skateboard section, so is it a skateboard that you’re thinking of getting him
W: I’m not sure. He’s been skateboarding since he was five years old!
M: I see. If he already has a skateboard, how about something a bit different Does he like swimming
W: He loves it, but he’s always out with his friends, so he never gets to swim that much. It’s a shame because our home is only five minutes from the beach.
M: How about getting him a surfboard If he’s keen on skateboarding, he’s going to love surfing.
W: What a great idea! He’s never done it before, but I think it’s perfect! However, I’m thinking this may get a bit expensive if he needs a swimming suit too.
M: It’s your lucky day because we are doing a deal at the moment. If you buy a surfboard, the swimming suit comes free!
W: Excellent! My brother is going to love this!
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
17. Which part of recycling is the most difficult according to the speaker
A. Sorting. B. Collecting. C. Delivering.
18. Which rubbish cans are for metal
A. Green ones. B. Pink ones. C. Purple ones.
19. How long is each student asked to do the recycling program each week
A. For about four hours. B. For about six hours. C. For about seven hours.
20. What’s the main purpose of the talk
A. To introduce the use of different rubbish cans.
B. To explain the importance of recycling.
C. To describe the new recycling program.
【答案】17. A 18. C 19. B 20. C
【解析】
【原文】Thank you all for coming today to hear about the new recycling program on campus. Right now, all recycling is voluntary. But in the near future, everyone must do it. The recycling we planned is a three-part program: sorting, collecting and delivering. The first part, sorting, is the hardest to get people to do. Most people don’t like to take the time to separate their rubbish. This is usually where most recycling programs fail. However, we are determined to make ours work. From now on you will see four different colors of rubbish cans. Pink rubbish cans are for paper; green cans are for glass; purple ones are for metal and white ones are for all other wastes. After the rubbish is sorted, it needs to be collected and then delivered to the correct recycling facilities. That’s where all of you come in. Since this program is still a volunteer program, we are asking students to give a little of your time to the project, probably six hours per person each week. And again, your job will be to collect the sorted rubbish and take it to the different centers for each type of rubbish.
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
This free night of music is a must-attend for jazz fans and music lovers alike! It is presented in association with the American Jazz Museum.
For the first time on stage in an ongoing cooperation, theoretical physicist Stephen Alexander and NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison, a New Orleans-based saxophonist, explore their theory of quantum improvisation (量子即兴创作). They will also be joined by composer and bassist Santi Debriano along with other famous musicians for a night of jazz and its poetic link to the universe.
Time
7:00 pm—8:30 pm, December 22,2023
Event
6:00 p. m.—Doors open
7:00 p. m.—Lively conversation on jazz and quantum improvisation with Library President Lisa Browar, Stephen Alexander, and Donald Harrison
7:30 p. m.—Jazz concert—seven to eight songs, including two original pieces—starts!
8:30 p. m.—Jazz concert concludes
Venue
Please note that this event will be held at the Folly Theater, 300 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64105. The program will be free and open to the public, but advanced registration will be required. Attendees can also purchase the souvenirs such as T-shirts and caps linked to the event as well as the magazine signed by these famous musicians.
Parking
Parking is available in the garage next to the Folly Theater for $10-$15. The garage only accepts credit cards.
21. What does the concert mainly focus on
A. The modern science. B. The popular music.
C. The musical instruments. D. The jazz of physics.
22. How long does the Jazz concert last
A. Half an hour. B. An hour. C. One and half an hour. D. Two hours.
23. Which of the following is free of charge
A. Parking in the garage. B. A T-shirt worn by a musician.
C. Admission to the event. D. The magazine signed by musicians.
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文，文章介绍了以“量子即兴创作”为主题的爵士音乐会的相关内容。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段的“For the first time on stage in an ongoing cooperation, theoretical physicist Stephen Alexander and NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison, a New Orleans-based saxophonist, explore their theory of quantum improvisation (量子即兴创作).(理论物理学家斯蒂芬·亚历山大和NEA爵士大师唐纳德·哈里森（来自新奥尔良的萨克斯管演奏家）首次在舞台上合作，探索他们的量子即兴演奏理论)”可知，本场音乐会的主题是物理与爵士乐相结合达成的量子即兴创作。故选D项。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据Event中的“7:30 p. m.—Jazz concert—seven to eight songs, including two original pieces—starts! 8:30 p. m.—Jazz concert concludes(晚上7:30——爵士音乐会——七到八首歌，包括两首原创作品——开始！晚上8:30——爵士音乐会结束)”可知，本场爵士音乐会时长为1小时。故选B项。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据Venue中的“The program will be free and open to the public, but advanced registration will be required.(该项目将免费向公众开放，但需要提前注册)”可知，本场音乐会是免费的。故选C项。
B
Ernest Hemingway, the Nobel Prize-winning American writer, first visited Pamplona during the traditional festival 100 years ago. The festival started more than seven hundred years ago. For nine days, people come to the northern Spanish city for bull running, bullfighting and partying.
The festival affected Hemingway so deeply that he returned eight times. Here is a description of what happens at the start of the bull running: A rocket would be lit. And the bulls would charge out of the gate. At that moment, a crowd of runners wearing white clothes and red scarves would start to run. They would look back, move and dance to avoid being injured by the charging bull’s horns. Onlookers would cheer them on from balconies above.
In 1926, Hemingway wrote his first book, The Sun Also Rises. He wrote about his experiences in Pamplona and established himself as the voice of what became known as the Lost Generation. “I can’t stand it to think my life is going so fast and I’m not really living it,” says one character in the book. “Nobody ever lives their life all the way up except bull-fighters,” is the answer.
Bill Hillman is a 41-year-old professor from Chicago. He first read the book at college. When he turned to the last page, he learnt two things: He wanted to become a writer, and he would run in front of Pamplona’s bulls someday. His first running of the bulls was in 2005 and he has been running ever since. He has been wounded twice, but that has not lessened his interest.
Last year, 1.7 million people came to the festival. Pamplona native Miguel has written about the festival’s links to Hemingway. He believes the writer’s influence on its popularity has been as large as people say. Besides, he thinks that Pamplona is still using Hemingway to gain attention. “We made him into an icon,” he said.
24. What is the main attraction of the festival in Pamplona
A. Hemingway’s influence. B. Running bulls.
C. The long history of the town. D. The beautiful scenery there.
25. Why does the author quote Hemingway’s words in paragraph 2
A. To show the writer’s talent for language. B. To show the popularity of the festival.
C. To show the details of the festival. D. To show the writer’s personal experience.
26. Which word can best describe Bill Hillman
A. Strong-willed. B. Stubborn. C. Adventurous. D. Desperate.
27. What is the main idea of the text
A. People take an active part in bull fighting.
B. Ernest Hemingway is an icon in a famous city.
C. The festival in Pamplona is still as popular as before.
D. Ernest Hemingway has an influence on Pamplona’s festival.
【答案】24. B 25. C 26. A 27. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章讲述了美国作家海明威对西班牙潘普洛纳奔牛节的影响。
【24题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段的“For nine days, people come to the northern Spanish city for bull running, bullfighting and partying.(在为期九天的时间里，人们来到这个西班牙北部城市参加奔牛、斗牛和派对)”以及第二段的“Here is a description of what happens at the start of the bull running: A rocket would be lit. And the bulls would charge out of the gate.(下面是对奔牛开始时发生的事情的描述：火箭会被点燃，公牛会冲出大门)”可知，奔牛节是西班牙潘普洛纳的传统节日，每年吸引游客，其主要特色是奔牛。故选B项。
【25题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“The festival affected Hemingway so deeply that he returned eight times. Here is a description of what happens at the start of the bull running: A rocket would be lit. And the bulls would charge out of the gate. At that moment, a crowd of runners wearing white clothes and red scarves would start to run. They would look back, move and dance to avoid being injured by the charging bull’s horns. Onlookers would cheer them on from balconies above.(这个节日深深地影响了海明威，他去了八次。下面是对奔牛开始时发生的事情的描述：火箭会被点燃，公牛会冲出大门。在那一刻，一群穿着白色衣服，戴着红色围巾的跑步者开始跑步。他们会回头看，移动和跳舞，以避免被冲过来的牛角伤害。旁观者会在上面的阳台上为他们加油)”可知，文章引用海明威描述奔牛节的原话，目的是阐述奔牛节的细节。故选C项。
【26题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段的“His first running of the bulls was in 2005 and he has been running ever since. He has been wounded twice, but that has not lessened his interest.(他第一次公牛赛跑是在2005年，从那以后他一直在跑。他受过两次伤，但这并没有减少他的兴趣)”可知，比尔·希尔曼深受海明威的影响，他最终也去参加奔牛节了并且矢志不渝地坚持下来了。由此可以说明他是一个意志坚定的人。故选A项。
【27题详解】
主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Pamplona native Miguel has written about the festival’s links to Hemingway. He believes the writer’s influence on its popularity has been as large as people say. Besides, he thinks that Pamplona is still using Hemingway to gain attention.(潘普洛纳本地人米格尔写过关于这个节日与海明威的联系。他认为，这位作家对其受欢迎程度的影响正如人们所说的那样大。此外，他认为潘普洛纳仍在利用海明威来吸引人们的注意)”以及美国作家海明威曾多次去西班牙潘普洛纳参加奔牛节，他在《太阳照样升起》一书中讲述了奔牛节的事情。本文主要讲述了他对奔牛节的影响。比较选项可知，D项“欧内斯特·海明威对潘普洛纳的节日产生了影响”最能概括本文的大意。故选D。
C
Washing machines are one of the greatest inventions of the last few centuries. They have made people’s life easier around the world. Unfortunately, washing machines also contribute to microplastics flowing into the oceans. That is why the washing machine manufacturer, Samsung, and the outdoors-wear company, Patagonia, are working together to make a change.
For Patagonia, the issue of microplastics is one that has been on their minds for years. Though iconic, the company’s woolen jackets and pullover s release many microfibers. As for Samsung, new regulations throughout the world have forced many producers to start thinking about ways they can help reduce the number of microplastics. There are currently more than 14 million tons of microplastics floating in the oceans. Though people primarily think of things such as plastic bottles and fishing line, thousands of microplastics are released down the drain (下水道) with every laundry load.
The issue is a sort of catch-22. On the one hand, in order to reduce energy costs, manufacturers try to make their machines more efficient. These machines use hotter water and are designed to create more friction between the clothing in the machine. However, both of these things lead to the release of more microplastics. So, using Patagonia clothes as test cases, Samsung came up with a two-fold solution: One is a technology called Eco-bubbles that create s a larger amount of bubbles to help wash clothing more easily, and the other is a water purifier that can filter out more microplastics.
The collaboration (合作) between the two companies is proof of something urgent. On one hand, well-constructed and durable clothing is a weapon in the fight against fast fashion. On the other hand, the material used to make those clothing and the way they are washed can also add pollutants to the environment. The same goes for washing machines. The fight against climate change requires creative thinking and learning how to attack a problem from many angles, which will certainly lead to even more creative and fruitful collaboration.
28. What do Samsung and Patagonia aim to do
A. Stop the use of microplastics. B. Produce modern advanced washing machines.
C. Solve the issue of world’s energy shortage. D. Find a solution to handle microplastics.
29. What does the underlined word “catch-22” in paragraph 3 refer to
A. A tricky problem. B. A possible dream.
C. A doubtful fact. D. A practical method.
30. Which of the following measures will reduce the release of microplastics
A. Using hotter water to wash clothes. B. Adding a water purifier to the machine.
C. Creating more friction in the machine. D. Changing the structure of the clothing.
31. What does the cooperation between Samsung and Patagonia show
A. The importance of creative thinking. B. The influence of human’s active action.
C. The complexity of saving the environment. D. The creation of modern machines.
【答案】28. D 29. A 30. B 31. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章主要讲的是三星公司和巴塔哥尼亚公司正积极联手解决塑料微粒排放污染环境的问题。
【28题详解】
细节理解题。文章第一段讲到“Unfortunately, washing machines also contribute to microplastics flowing into the oceans. That is why the washing machine manufacturer, Samsung, and the outdoors-wear company, Patagonia, are working together to make a change. (不幸的是，洗衣机也会导致微塑料流入海洋。这就是为什么洗衣机制造商三星和户外服装公司巴塔哥尼亚正在合作做出改变。)”可知，三星公司和巴塔哥尼亚公司正联手解决塑料微粒的排放问题，目的是找到处理微塑料的解决方案。故选D。
【29题详解】
词义猜测题。划线单词下文讲到“On the one hand, in order to reduce energy costs, manufacturers try to make their machines more efficient. These machines use hotter water and are designed to create more friction between the clothing in the machine. However, both of these things lead to the release of more microplastics. (一方面，为了降低能源成本，制造商试图提高机器的效率。这些机器使用更热的水，设计用于在机器中的衣服之间产生更多的摩擦。然而，这两种情况都会导致更多微塑料的释放。)”可知，解决塑料微粒排放的问题依旧是一个非常棘手的问题，尽管人们进行了许多尝试，依旧没有找到合理的方法。该词意为“相互矛盾的困境，很难解决的问题”，故选A。
【30题详解】
细节理解题。文章第三段讲到“So, using Patagonia clothes as test cases, Samsung came up with a two-fold solution: One is a technology called Eco-bubbles that create s a larger amount of bubbles to help wash clothing more easily, and the other is a water purifier that can filter out more microplastics. (因此，三星以巴塔哥尼亚的衣服为测试案例，提出了一个双重解决方案：一种是一种名为Eco bubbles的技术，它可以产生大量的气泡，帮助更容易地清洗衣服；另一种是净水器，它可以过滤掉更多的微塑料。)”可知，减少微塑料的释放的方法是给机器加个净水器。故选B。
【31题详解】
推理判断题。文章最后一段第一句讲到“The collaboration (合作) between the two companies is proof of something urgent. (两家公司之间的合作证明了一些紧迫的事情。)”以及最后一句“The fight against climate change requires creative thinking and learning how to attack a problem from many angles, which will certainly lead to even more creative and fruitful collaboration. (应对气候变化需要创造性思维，学习如何从多个角度解决问题，这肯定会带来更具创造性和富有成效的合作。)”可知，三星和巴塔哥尼亚的合作说明了拯救环境的复杂性。故选C。
D
With new advances in AI and autonomous driverless cars and trains, it makes sense that this mode of transportation could be expanded to buses too. Now a full-sized autonomous bus service is up and running in Scotland. The buses began running in May, 2023 and are carrying passengers between Ferrytoll Park and the Edinburgh Park train and tram exchange. This 14-mile route is the first of its kind in the UK.
The autonomous buses are being operated by Stagecoach, the largest coach operator in the UK. While the buses are autonomous, fully self-driving vehicles are not currently permitted in the UK, so they are required to have a safety driver to monitor the technology, and a bus captain that will help passengers board and purchase tickets. The driver can take control in case of an emergency situation. The vehicles use sensors to travel on specific routes and can reach the top speed of 50 mph. These autonomous buses are being trialed through 2025.
It took almost 10 years of research and development and 1.8 million kilometers of practice runs to reach this milestone, which is considered the first full-size use of autonomous buses in Europe. “There have already been short trials in several cities in Italy, Finland, and France and there are plans for driverless buses to be introduced in Switzerland, Germany, and Norway. We want Scotland to continue to be a leading figure in the development of autonomous vehicles and the start of this live trial will really help the country create its credit on the world stage,” said Kevin Stewart, Scottish transport minister.
This project was one of six to receive funding from a joint UK government and Industry undertaking to speed up the commercialization of self-driving technology. The government hopes that the autonomous buses will be faster, more reliable, and safer to use than traditional buses since 88 percent of road accidents are caused by drivers’ errors.
32. Why is a driver needed on an autonomous driverless bus
A. To help passengers board. B. To sell tickets to passengers.
C. To check the fuel of the bus. D. To track the movement of the bus.
33. Which of the following is the effect of the autonomous buses on the UK
A. Increasing the income for the country. B. Building up its new position to the world.
C. Causing drivers’ unemployment. D. Improving its bad transportation system.
34. What can we infer about the autonomous buses in the UK from the text
A. They are the first vehicles to use AI technology.
B. They have been well received by the passengers.
C. They are expected to cause fewer road accidents.
D. They prove how important technology is to a country.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. Autonomous Buses Hit the Road in the UK
B. Autonomous Buses Are Welcome Worldwide
C. Autonomous Buses Have Come to Our Life
D. Drivers Will Withdraw from the Historical Stage
【答案】32. D 33. B 34. C 35. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了一种全尺寸的自动驾驶巴士服务已经在苏格兰投入使用。这些巴士于2023年5月开始运行，在费里托尔公园和爱丁堡公园的火车和电车交换站之间运送乘客。这条长达14英里的路线是英国首条此类路线。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“While the buses are autonomous, fully self-driving vehicles are not currently permitted in the UK, so they are required to have a safety driver to monitor the technology, and a bus captain that will help passengers board and purchase tickets. The driver can take control in case of an emergency situation.”（虽然这些公交车是自动驾驶的，但目前英国不允许完全自动驾驶汽车，因此它们需要有一名安全司机来监控这项技术，以及一名帮助乘客上车和购票的公交车机长。在紧急情况下，司机可以控制车辆。）可知，无人驾驶巴士需要司机是因为要监控公交车的情况。故选D项。
【33题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“We want Scotland to continue to be a leading figure in the development of autonomous vehicles and the start of this live trial will really help the country create its credit on the world stage,” said Kevin Stewart, Scottish transport minister.”（我们希望苏格兰继续成为自动驾驶汽车发展的领军人物，而这次现场试验的开始将真正帮助苏格兰在世界舞台上树立信誉，”苏格兰交通部长凯文 斯图尔特(Kevin Stewart)表示。）可推知，自动驾驶公交车对英国的影响是建立自己在世界上的新地位。故选B项。
【34题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段中“The government hopes that the autonomous buses will be faster, more reliable, and safer to use than traditional buses since 88 percent of road accidents are caused by drivers’ errors.”（由于88%的交通事故是由司机的失误造成的，政府希望自动驾驶巴士比传统巴士更快、更可靠、更安全。）可知，从文章中我们可以推断出英国的自动驾驶公交车预计它们会减少交通事故。故选C项。
【35题详解】
主旨大意题，根据文章大意以及第一段中“Now a full-sized autonomous bus service is up and running in Scotland. The buses began running in May, 2023 and are carrying passengers between Ferrytoll Park and the Edinburgh Park train and tram exchange. This 14-mile route is the first of its kind in the UK.”（现在，一种全尺寸的自动驾驶巴士服务已经在苏格兰投入使用。这些巴士于2023年5月开始运行，在费里托尔公园和爱丁堡公园的火车和电车交换站之间运送乘客。这条长达14英里的路线是英国首条此类路线。）可知，本文主要讲的是一种全尺寸的自动驾驶巴士服务已经在苏格兰投入使用。这些巴士于2023年5月开始运行，在费里托尔公园和爱丁堡公园的火车和电车交换站之间运送乘客。这条长达14英里的路线是英国首条此类路线。故文章最适合的标题是“自动驾驶巴士在英国上路”。故选A项。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Do you often feel tired throughout the day If you feel worn-out by the middle of the day, you are far from alone. If you are constantly tired, it could be your body signaling that something is troubling you. ___36___. You can follow some ways to help you do that and feel more energetic.
Adjust your bedtime. In fact, more than a third of Americans do not get enough sleep. It is recommended that adults aged 18-60 get at least seven hours of sleep a night. ___37___, so you should go to bed earlier. By doing that, you could wake up more energized and feel better all day long.
___38___ . When you feel tired, your first reaction is to reach for a sweet snack or drink. Sugary foods cause an increase in blood sugar that causes your body to release a large amount of insulin (胰岛素). The result is that you feel even more tired.
Get moving every day. You may think that exercising is the last thing you want to do when you are tired but it can actually be the best thing you can do. That’s because exercise releases hormones that can help you feel more energized. ___39___. Being in nature is a good way to improve your overall mood and wellbeing.
Take a powerful nap. If you need it, take a quick power nap. Naps can be big productivity boosters and do not have to take a long time. Taking a 20-minute nap can help you get the energy you need for the rest of the day. ___40___.
A. You can do more exercise
B You have to adjust your lifestyle
C. Limit sugar and stick to health y drinks
D. Remind yourself to drink plenty of water
E. Turn off the computer and rest your body and mind
F. Take a walk outdoors rather than sit during your lunch
G. Not getting enough sleep can lead to some health problems
【答案】36. B 37. G 38. C 39. F 40. E
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章介绍了人们缓解疲劳和恢复体能的一些方法。
【36题详解】
根据上文的“If you feel worn-out by the middle of the day, you are far from alone. If you are constantly tired, it could be your body signaling that something is troubling you.(如果你在一天中感到疲惫不堪，那么你并不是一个人。如果你经常感到疲倦，那可能是你的身体发出的信号，表明有什么事情困扰着你)”和下文的“You can follow some ways to help you do that and feel more energetic.(你可以遵循一些方法来帮助你做到这一点，感觉更有活力)”及下文小标题“Adjust your bedtime.(调整你的就寝时间)”“Get moving every day. (每天行动起来)”“Take a powerful nap.(好好打个恢复精力的盹)”可知，空格处的内容应该与“当人们劳累时，要适当调整自己的生活方式”有关，比较选项可知，B项“你必须调整你的生活方式”符合语境。故选B。
【37题详解】
根据小标题“Adjust your bedtime.(调整你的睡觉时间)”和下文的“so you should go to bed earlier(所以你应该早点上床)”可知，空格处的内容应该与“充足的睡眠带来的益处”或“缺乏睡眠带来的坏处”有关，比较选项可知，G项“睡眠不足会导致一些健康问题”符合语境。故选G。
【38题详解】
根据第三段内容“When you feel tired, your first reaction is to reach for a sweet snack or drink. Sugary foods cause an increase in blood sugar that causes your body to release a large amount of insulin (胰岛素). The result is that you feel even more tired.(当你感到疲倦的时候，你的第一反应就是伸手去拿甜食或饮料。含糖食物会导致血糖升高，从而导致你的身体释放大量的胰岛素。结果是你会觉得更累)”可知，本段主要讲的是吃含糖量高的食物和碳水化合物的不良后果。因此空格处的内容应该与这方面的内容有关， 比较选项可知， C项“少吃糖，坚持喝健康的饮料”符合语境。故选C。
【39题详解】
根据小标题“Get moving every day.(每天都动起来)”和下文的“Being in nature is a good way to improve your overall mood and wellbeing.(置身大自然是改善你整体情绪和健康的好方法)”可知，空格处的内容应该与“户外锻炼”有关，比较选项可知，F项“午餐时到户外散步而不是坐着”符合语境。故选F。
【40题详解】
根据小标题“Take a powerful nap.(好好打个恢复精力的盹)”和上文的“Taking a 20-minute nap can help you get the energy you need for the rest of the day.(小睡20分钟可以帮助你获得一天剩余时间所需的能量)”可知，空格处的内容应该与“短暂打盹的益处以及要采取的措施”有关，比较选项可知，E项“关掉电脑，让你的身心得到休息”符合语境。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。
A storeowner was putting up a board above his door reading “puppies for sale.” ___41___ like that have a way of attracting small children, and sure enough, a little boy ___42___. “How much are they ” he asked.
The storeowner replied, “From $30 to $50.” The boy pulled out some ___43___. “I have $2.37,” he said. “Can I look at them ”
The storeowner whistled and out of the store came a mother dog, followed by five ___44___ balls of fur. One of them was ___45___ slowly behind the others. Immediately the boy ___46___ the dog and said, “What’s wrong with him ”
The storeowner ___47___ that he was born disabled and he couldn’t run and jump. The boy became ___48___. “That is the little dog that I want to ___49___.” The storeowner said, “No, you don’t want to buy him. If you really like him, I’ll give it to you.”
The boy got a little ____50____. He looked straight into the storeowner’s eyes and said, “I don’t want your ____51____ .I’ll pay the full price: $2.37 now, and 50 cents a month until I’ve completed the ____52____.” The storeowner responded, “He has lost his ____53____ of running and jumping and playing with you.”
Then the boy reached down and rolled up his trousers to reveal a badly-twisted left leg. He ____54____ and softly replied, “I don’t run so well myself, and the puppy will need someone who ____55____ him!”
41. A. Directions B. Signs C. Greetings D. Discounts
42. A. corresponded B. whispered C. called D. appeared
43. A. paper B. change C. tips D. tickets
44. A. ugly B. lazy C. sick D. tiny
45. A. moving B. dancing C. reacting D. barking
46. A. requested B. approached C. spotted D. stopped
47. A. explained B. described C. apologized D. complained
48. A. inspired B. interested C. relaxed D. annoyed
49. A. adopt B. rescue C. possess D. secure
50. A. greedy B. upset C. grateful D. gentle
51. A. patience B. contribution C. sympathy D. generosity
52. A. process B. work C. payment D. movement
53. A. intention B. ability C. routine D. control
54. A. looked up B. got off C. bent down D. turned around
55. A. resembles B. cares C. understands D. believes
【答案】41. B 42. D 43. B 44. D 45. A 46. C 47. A 48. B 49. C 50. B 51. D 52. C 53. B 54. A 55. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了一个小男孩收养一只生来就有残疾的小狗的故事。
【41题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：这样的标志总是能吸引小孩子，果然，一个小男孩出现了。A. Directions方向；B. Signs标志；C. Greetings问候；D. Discounts折扣。根据上文“A storeowner was putting up a board above his door reading “puppies for sale. ””一个店主在门上挂了一块牌子，由此可知，此处应表示标志总是能吸引小孩子。 故选B项。
【42题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：这样的标志总是能吸引小孩子，果然，一个小男孩出现了。A. corresponded对应； B. whispered耳语；C. called打电话；D. appeared出现。根据上文提到的这样的标志总是能吸引小孩子，以及上文“and sure enough”可推知，此处应表示一个小男孩出现了。故选D项。
【43题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：男孩拿出一些零钱。A. paper纸；B. change零钱；C. tips建议；D. tickets票。根据下文““I have $2.37,” he said.” 提到有2.37美元，由此可知，此处应表示男孩拿出一些零钱。故选B项。
【44题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：店主吹了一声口哨，从店里走了出来一只狗妈妈，后面跟着五个小狗。A. ugly丑陋的；B. lazy懒惰的；C. sick病弱的；D. tiny小的。根据句意以及上文“out of the store came a mother dog”以及下文“balls of fur”由此可知，此处应表示从店里走了出来一只狗妈妈，后面跟着五个小狗。故选D项。
【45题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：其中一个小狗在其他狗后面慢慢地移动着。A. moving移动；B. dancing跳舞；C. reacting反应；D. barking吠叫。根据上文提到的从店里走了出来一只狗妈妈，后面跟着五个小狗，以及下文“that he was born disabled and he couldn’t run and jump.”由此可知，此处应表示其中一个小狗慢慢地移动着。故选A项。
【46题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：男孩立刻发现了这只狗，问道：“它怎么了 ”A. requested要求；B. approached接近；C. spotted发现；D. stopped停止。根据下文“and said, “What’s wrong with him ””男孩问的话，由此可知，此处应表示男孩立刻发现了这只狗。故选C项。
【47题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：店主解释说，他生来就有残疾，不能跑也不能跳。A. explained解释；B. described描述；C. apologized道歉；D. complained抱怨。根据下文“that he was born disabled and he couldn’t run and jump.”为店主具体说明情况，由此可知，此处应表示店主解释说，他生来就有残疾，不能跑也不能跳。故选A项。
【48题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：男孩开始感兴趣了。A. inspired激励的；B. interested感兴趣的；C. relaxed放松的；D. annoyed生气的。根据下文“That is the little dog that I want to ___9___.”由此可知，此处应表示男孩开始对这只小狗感兴趣。故选B项。
49题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：这就是我想拥有的小狗。A. adopt采纳，收养；B. rescue营救；C. possess拥有；D. secure保卫。根据上文提到的男孩开始对这只小狗感兴趣，以及下文“If you really like him, I’ll give it to you.”如果你真的喜欢他，我就给你，由此可知，此处应表示这只小狗是男孩想拥有的。故选C项。
【50题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：那男孩有点不高兴。A. greedy贪婪的；B. upset生气的；C. grateful感激的；D. gentle温和的。根据上下文语境以及下文“I don’t want your ___11___ .I’ll pay the full price: $2.37 now, and 50 cents a month until I’ve completed the ___12___.””男孩想给店主钱，所以对于店主的馈赠，男孩是不想接受的，由此可推知，从此处应表示男孩有点不高兴。故选B项。
【51题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我不想要你的慷慨。A. patience耐心；B. contribution贡献；C. sympathy同情；D. generosity慷慨。根据下文“I’ll pay the full price: $2.37 now, and 50 cents a month until I’ve completed the ___12___.””男孩想给店主钱，由此可知，男孩不愿意接受店主的慷慨馈赠。故选D项。
【52题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我将全额付款：现在2.37美元，然后每月50美分，直到付款完毕。A. process过程；B. work工作；C. payment付款；D. movement移动。根据上文“From $30 to $50.””以及该句中的“I’ll pay the full price: $2.37 now, and 50 cents a month until I’ve completed”由此可知，男孩决定全额付款，现在2.37美元，然后每月50美分，直到付款完毕。故选C项。
【53题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：店主回答说：“它已经失去了奔跑、跳跃和和你一起玩的能力。A. intention意图；B. ability能力；C. routine惯例；D. control控制。根据上文提到的一个小狗慢慢地移动着，以及下文“running and jumping and playing with you”由此可知，此处应表示这只小狗已经失去了奔跑、跳跃和和你一起玩的能力。故选B项。
【54题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：他抬起头，轻声回答说：“我自己也跑得不太好，小狗需要有人理解它！A. looked up抬起头；B. got off离开；C. bent down弯腰；D. turned around转过身。根据上文“Then the boy reached down and rolled up his trousers”男孩弯下腰，卷起裤子，由此可推知，此处应为男孩弯腰后抬起头和店主说话。故选A项。
【55题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他抬起头，轻声回答说：“我自己也跑得不太好，小狗需要有人理解它！A. resembles像；B. cares关心；C. understands理解；D. believes相信。根据上文“I don’t run so well myself”我自己也跑得不太好，以及该句中的“the puppy will need someone”结合语境可知，此处应表示男孩认为小狗需要有人理解它。故选C项。
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。
Plant lovers believe that talking to plants helps them grow. Scientists have discovered that plants make sounds when they are ___56___ stress. The noises are similar to ___57___ human cry or scream. The scientists believe the sounds are specific enough for us to be able to understand them and to care for their ___58___ (need). Unfortunately, plant sounds are at too high a frequency (频率) for the human ear ___59___ (pick) up. Humans can only hear frequencies of up to 16 kilohertz. The scientists used special AI to detect these sounds ___60___ (produce) by plants that were up to 250 kilohertz. The AI also differed between different types of plant sounds.
The research was conducted in a lab at Israel’s Tel Aviv University. Scientists ___61___ (discover) that vibrations (振动) from stressed tobacco and tomato plants turned into sound waves. Lead researcher Professor Hadany said: “Each plant and each type of stress ___62___ (link) to a special sound.” She suggested that fields of crops could be quite ___63___ (noise), saying: “While unable for the human ear to hear, the sounds can be heard by bats, mice and insects.” Understanding these sounds could help us know ___64___ crops are in need of water, so as to water them in time. Therefore, farmers could water their crops ____65____ (efficient), and thus save more water.
【答案】56. under
57. a 58. needs
59. to pick
60. produced
61. discovered
62. is linked
63. noisy 64. when##if##whether
65. efficiently
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，科学家研究发现：当植物受到压力时，会发出声音。这个发现有助于帮助植物生长。
【56题详解】
考查介词。句意：科学家们发现植物在压力下会发出声音。under stress意为“在压力之下，受到压力”。故填under。
【57题详解】
考查冠词。句意：这种声音类似于人类的哭泣或尖叫。下文的“human cry or scream”是可数名词单数，前面需填不定冠词，human是辅音音素开头的单词，所以填不定冠词a。故填a。
【58题详解】
考查名词复数。句意：科学家们认为，这些声音足够具体，我们能够理解它们，并照顾它们的需求。need意为“需要”，是可数名词。根据前面的their可知，应用复数形式。故填needs。
【59题详解】
考查固定句型。句意：不幸的是，植物的声音频率太高，人耳听不到。根据上文的“at too high a frequency (频率) for the human ear”可知，空格处须填to pick, too... to...意为“太……而不能……”。故填to pick。
【60题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：科学家们使用特殊人工智能来探测这些由植物发出的高达250千赫兹的声音。人工智能在不同类型的植物声音之间也存在差异。分析句子结构可知，produce与these sounds构成被动关系，故用过去分词作定语。故填produced。
【61题详解】
考查时态。句意：这项研究是在以色列特拉维夫大学的一个实验室进行的。科学家们发现，受到压力的烟草和番茄植株产生的振动会转化为声波。根据上文的“The research was conducted in a lab at Israel’s Tel Aviv University.”可知，空格处用一般过去时。故填discovered。
【62题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：每种植物和每种类型的压力都与一种特殊的声音有关。短语be linked to表示“与……有关”，根据下文While unable for the human ear to hear, the sounds can be heard by bats, mice and insects.可知，空格处须填一般现在时，主语为Each plant and each type of stress，谓语用单数。故填is linked。
【63题详解】
考查形容词。句意：她说，农田里的农作物可能会很吵，“人耳听不到，但蝙蝠、老鼠和昆虫都能听到。”作表语，应用形容词noisy。故填noisy。
【64题详解】
考查宾语从句。句意：了解这些声音可以帮助我们知道什么时候庄稼需要水，以便及时浇水。引导宾语从句，从句不缺少成分，根据语境可知，听懂植物发出的声音有助于我们知道庄稼什么时候或是否需要水，故空格处填when/if/whether。故填when/if/whether。
【65题详解】
考查副词。句意：因此，农民可以有效地灌溉他们的作物，从而节省更多的水。修饰动词water应用副词efficiently，作状语。故填efficiently。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是学校英语报的负责人李华，计划在报刊上新增校园之星栏目。请给外籍教师Jennifer写一封电子邮件。内容包括：
1.新增栏目的意义和内容；
2.征询老师的意见。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Jennifer,
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】One possible version:
Dear Jennifer,
I’m writing to ask for your advice on something about our school English newspaper.
In order to popularize the model students in our school and spread their spirits, we plan to add a column called The Star of School to our school English newspaper. The column is going to cover the stories and experiences of the model students, the contributions and achievements they have made as well as some praise from other students. However, we’re not sure whether our plan should be carried out and whether other aspects should be included. So we’d like you to provide some suggestions.
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给外籍教师Jennifer写一封电子邮件，向她介绍一下学校计划在报刊上新增校园之星栏目意义和内容，同时向她征求相关的意见。
【详解】1.词汇积累
计划做某事：plan to do sth. → be intended to do sth.
应该：should → be supposed to
提供：provide → offer
回复：reply → answer
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：In order to popularize the model students in our school and spread their spirits, we plan to add a column called The Star of School to our school English newspaper.
拓展句：We plan to add a column called The Star of School to our school English newspaper, whose purpose is to popularize the model students in our school and spread their spirits.
【点睛】【高分句型1】In order to popularize the model students in our school and spread their spirits, we plan to add a column called The Star of School to our school English newspaper. (运用了过去分词短语作定语)
【高分句型2】However, we’re not sure whether our plan should be carried out and whether other aspects should be included. (运用了两个whether引导的宾语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was shopping at a clothing store to find a birthday gift for a friend. For a few moments, I forgot about the gift when I saw some skinny jeans. I’d dreamed of purchasing them, but I always put that thought on the back burner since most girls wearing them were much younger. This day, though, my eagerness was stronger.
I grabbed jeans in my size and walked to the dressing room where I was greeted by a young, cheerful girl. She said in a loud voice “Oh, you’ll look fine.” In the dressing room, I held up the jeans in front of me. But would I be brave enough to wear them I rarely wore jeans, let alone skinny jeans.
I slipped the jeans over my legs. They were tight, but I had gone this far, so I tried hard to pull them up to my waist. There was no way I was able to zipper those jeans. They were too tight. I tried to sit down to take off the jeans, but my knees wouldn’t bend at all. I leaned on the wall for support to take off the jeans. However, my foot got stuck, and I fell to the floor with a loud noise.
The girl called out, “Are you okay ” I looked outside and could see her walking toward my dressing room. Clearly, if I could see her, she could see me. “I’m okay,” I yelled out. “I just need a larger size.” She made a U-turn to get me another pair. I hoped that would give me time to stand up.
I figured if I could bend my right leg slightly, I’d be able to take them off. Trying hard, I couldn’t help laughing. However, my laughter was stopped by the girl’s soft voice. I tried to answer but couldn’t get the words out of my mouth without laughing. She tried to hand me the larger jeans through the bottom of the door. “Hold on, I’m coming,” I assured her as I tried to move closer to the door. “Come in,” I said.
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。
There I was, on the floor, trapped in the jeans.
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Not until I got home did I realize I had forgotten to buy a gift.
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【答案】One possible version:
There I was, on the floor, trapped in the jeans. Seeing this, the girl started pulling the legs in an attempt to free me. Now, we were both roaring with laughter. Finally, in what seemed liked forever, the war of pulling off the jeans was over. The skinny jeans were finally off, and I was free, but the happy laughter continued as I stood up. The girl handed me the larger sized jeans to try on. “No, thank you. I think I’ll stick with my safe leggings!” “Oh, you are so adorable,” she said once again.
Not until I got home did I realize I had forgotten to buy a gift. But to my relief, I learned two things that day. One was that I was so adorable when wearing jeans. The other was that skinny jeans would forever remain on the back burner for me. Anyway, I’ll have to spend another day searching for a gift for my friend. I’m not certain whether similar stories will happen to me again.
【解析】
【导语】本文以事件为线索展开，讲述了有一天作者去服装店购物，想为朋友挑件生日礼物，却被紧身牛仔裤吸引，想要买一条自己来穿。作者鼓起勇气拿起适合自己尺码的牛仔裤走去更衣室，开朗的销售员鼓励了作者。在更衣室里，作者费劲地把紧身牛仔裤穿上后，发现自己无法脱下裤子，甚至摔倒了，销售员闻声询问了作者的情况，作者回答自己需要更大一号的裤子，为自己争取站起来的时间。想到自己的情况，作者忍不住笑出来，这时销售员把大一号的裤子递给作者，作者让她进入了更衣室。
【详解】1. 段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“我被困在牛仔裤里，躺在地板上”可知，第一段可描写销售员帮助作者脱下牛仔裤，以及作者放弃购买紧身牛仔裤。
②由第二段首句内容“直到我回到家，我才意识到我忘了买礼物”可知，第二段可描写作者对这天的购物经历的感悟，以及打算再花时间帮朋友买礼物。
2. 续写线索：作者被困在牛仔裤里——销售员帮忙——作者放弃买紧身牛仔裤——作者意识到忘记买礼物——作者的感悟——作者打算再买礼物
3. 词汇激活
行为类
①看到：see/spot/notice
②开始：start/begin
③递给：hand/offer/give
④寻找：search for/look for/seek
情绪类
①快乐的：happy/joyous/cheerful
②放松：relief/comfort/relaxation
【点睛】[高分句型1] Finally, in what seemed liked forever, the war of pulling off the jeans was over. (连接代词what导名词性从句作in的宾语)
[高分句型2] One was that I was so adorable when wearing jeans. (连接词that引导名词性从句作句子的表语)
