长沙市德成学校 2023 学年下学期期中考试英语试卷
总分：150 分 时间：120 分钟
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分 30 分)
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. Who is Carol
A. Jack’s friend. B. Jack’s mother. C. Jack’s aunt
2. What is the weather like today
A Windy. B. Sunny. C. Snowy.
3. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At the woman’s home. B. In a science museum. C. At a gallery
4. Why can’t the woman attend the birthday party
A. Her family member is visiting. B. She is going out of town. C. She is seriously ill.
5. What does the woman offer to do for the man
A. Make juice for him. B. Buy him yogurt. C. Shop with him
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. How many people are there in the car
A. Three. B. Four C. Five. 7.What will the speakers do next
A. Save homeless dogs. B.Buy some dog food. C. Pick up their friends.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 、9 题。
8. What color is Ashley’s jacket
A. Blue. B. Brown. C. Yellow.
9. Where did the man find Ashley
A. At the entrance. B. Next to the toys. C. In the clothing department.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. How did the man feel about the ending of the TV show
A. Joyful. B. Comfortable. C. Dissatisfied.
11. What change did the man make to his TV
A. The color. B.The sound. C. The brightness.
12. What would the woman prefer to do in the future
A. See films. B. Read storybooks. C. Watch TV series.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Sleep. B. Music. C. Weather.
14 Why could the man sleep well last night
A. The weather was fine. B. He felt tired during the day. C. Classical music helped him sleep.
15. Which floor does the woman live on
A. The 1st floor. B. The 25th floor. C. The 50th floor.
16. Which hotel does the man recommend
A. The one by the TV station.
B. The one opposite the city park.
C. The one near the National Library.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What did Ford’s father want him to be
A. An engineer. B. A driver. C. A farmer 18.What made Ford cars cheaper
A. The production line. B. The materials used. C. The lower quality.
19. Who could afford Ford cars in America
A. The middle class. B. Only the upper class. C. Very few engineers.
20. What percentage of the cars in America were the Model Ts in 1918
A. Under 15%. B. About 40%. C. Over 50%.
第二部分 阅读理解(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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
A three-day plan to Hangzhou
Day 1: West Lake — Hefang Street — Southern Song Imperial Street
In West Lake, you can just walk casually along the road, take a boat to the islands, or simply sit in a lakeside tea house and enjoy the beautiful views.
Hefang Street, the economic and political center of the city, is where you can experience how Hangzhou looked when it was the capital of China and, of course, purchase souvenirs.
Stretching more than 4 kilometers, Southern Song Imperial Street is a celebrated commercial street.
Day 2: Xixi wetland — Deshou Palace — Grand Canal
Xixi wetland is a natural shelter from the noise of the city and a cultural treasure.
Deshou Palace, once home to two Southern Song Dynasty emperors, was destroyed by a fire in 1206, but recently underwent a restoration. The complex now hosts exhibitions focused on the Southern Song Dynasty.
The Hangzhou section of the Grand Canal stretches a total length of 39 kilometers. A boat trip, taking in some striking scenery as well as the fascinating landscape of Jiangnan Water Town, is highly recommended.
Day 3: Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park — Liangzhu Museum — Hangzhou branch of the China National Archives of Publications and Culture
Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park are famed for its delicate jade products and grand water conservation system. It is recommended to take the three-hour sightseeing bus tour, during which you will be able to enjoy many scenic spots.
Liangzhu Museum specializes in collecting and displaying relics of the neolithic civilization (新石器时代文明) and the study of Liangzhu Culture.
Hangzhou branch of the China National Archives of Publications and Culture is home to China’s bibliographical resources (书目资源) — a must-visit for history lovers.
1. Where can you buy a souvenir
A. Xixi wetland. B. Liangzhu Museum. C. Deshou Palace. D. Hefang Street.
2. What can visitors do in both West Lake and Grand Canal
A. Take a boat. B. Enjoy quiet time. C. Buy jade products. D. See exhibitions.
3. Which of the following highlights the three-day tour in Hangzhou
A. Scenery and food. B. Entertainment and shopping.
C. Scenery and culture. D. Shopping and food.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了杭州三日之旅中景点的大致信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Day 1部分中的“Hefang Street, the economic and political center of the city, is where you can experience how Hangzhou looked when it was the capital of China and, of course, purchase souvenirs. (河坊街是杭州的经济和政治中心，在这里你可以体验到杭州作为中国首都时的样子，当然，还可以买到纪念品)”可知，你可以在河坊街购买纪念品。故选D项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Day 1部分中的“In West Lake, you can just walk casually along the road, take a boat to the islands, or simply sit in a lakeside tea house and enjoy the beautiful views. (在西湖，你可以随意地沿着道路散步，乘船去岛上，或者只是坐在湖边的茶馆里欣赏美丽的景色)”和Day 2部分中的“The Hangzhou section of the Grand Canal stretches a total length of 39 kilometers. A boat trip, taking in some striking scenery as well as the fascinating landscape of Jiangnan Water Town, is highly recommended. (大运河杭州段全长39公里。我们强烈推荐您乘船游览，欣赏江南水乡的迷人风光)”可知，在西湖和大运河杭州段游客都可以乘船游览。故选A项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据Day 1部分对西湖的介绍、Day 2部分对西溪湿地和大运河杭州段的介绍、Day 3部分对良渚古城遗址公园的介绍可知，在这些景点游客都可以欣赏到美丽的风景；根据Day 3部分对良渚博物馆和中国国家出版文化档案馆杭州分馆的介绍可知，在这些景点游客可以了解到有关的历史文化知识。因此，该杭州三日之旅的亮点是风景与文化。故选C项。
B
At first, Michael Surrell didn’t see the black smoke or flames shooting from the windows of his neighbor’s home. He had just parked around the corner from his own house when he got a call from his daughter: “The house next door is on fire!” He went to look. That’s when he saw an old woman crying outside.
“The baby’s in there!” she cried. Though the fire department had been called, Surrell, then 64, ran inside without hesitation (犹豫). Entering the burning house was like “running into a bucket of black paint,” Surrell says. The thick smoke burned his eyes and made it impossible to breathe. The conditions would have been dangerous for anyone, but for Surrell, who had lung disease, they were life—threatening (威胁生命的).
After a few minutes in the smoke—filled house, he retreated (后退) outside to catch his breath. “Where is Tiara ” he asked desperately.
“The second floor,” the old woman shouted back.
Taking a deep breath, Surrell went in a second time. Because the house had a similar layout to his, he found the stairs and made it to the second floor.
“Baby girl, where are you ”
His throat and lungs burned as if he’d breathed fire instead of the smoke in the air. He couldn’t open his eyes. All he could hear was the crackling (破裂声) of burning wood. Then a soft sound came out. Still unable to see, Surrell fell to his knees on the hot wood floor and climbed toward the sound, feeling around for any sign of the girl.
Finally, he touched something. A shoe, then an ankle. He pulled the baby toward him. Her body was weak and she wasn’t breathing. He carried her into his arms and ran blindly into the blackness. The next thing he knew, he was at the front door, then outside.
4. Why was the old woman crying outside
A. She lost the baby in the fire. B. The baby was hurt in the fire.
C. The baby was in the burning house. D. She couldn’t call the fire department.
5. What can be learned from the first two paragraphs
A. Surrell’s daughter worked in a fire department.
B. Surrell would probably have been killed by the fire.
C. The smoke blanketed (笼罩) Surrell’s house from next door.
D. A bucket of black paint blocked Surrell’s way to the house.
6. How did Surrell find the baby on the second floor
A. By searching on his knees. B. By opening the back door.
C. By shouting repeatedly. D. By turning on the light.
7. Which of the following best describes Surrell
A. Determined and patient. B. Independent and devoted.
C. Generous and reliable. D. Brave and caring.
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. A 7. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了邻居的房子着火了，但是一个婴儿被困在房子里。Surrell冒着生命危险，勇敢地冲进房子里，跪在地上摸索着，最终找到了婴儿，将她带了出来。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“he got a call from his daughter: “The house next door is on fire!” He went to look. That’s when he saw an old woman crying outside. (他接到女儿的电话：“隔壁的房子着火了!”他去看了看。就在这时，他看到一个老妇人在外面哭。)”和文章第二段““The baby’s in there!” she cried. (“孩子在里面!”她叫道。)”可知，隔壁房子着火了，但是一个婴儿还在着火的房子里，所以那个老妇人在外面哭。故选C。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第二段“The thick smoke burned his eyes and made it impossible to breathe. The conditions would have been dangerous for anyone, but for Surrell, who had lung disease, they were life—threatening (威胁生命的). (浓烟灼伤了他的眼睛，使他无法呼吸。这种情况对任何人来说都是危险的，但对患有肺病的Surrell来说，这是危及生命的。)”可知，着火的房子浓烟滚滚，使人无法呼吸，这对于患有肺病的Surrell来说是致命的。由此推知，大火可能会导致他死亡。故选B。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章倒数第二段“Still unable to see, Surrell fell to his knees on the hot wood floor and climbed toward the sound, feeling around for any sign of the girl.(Surrell仍然看不见，他跪在滚烫的木地板上，朝声音传来的地方爬去，四处寻找那个女孩的踪迹。)”和文章最后一段“Finally, he touched something. A shoe, then an ankle. He pulled the baby toward him. (最后，他摸到了什么东西。先是鞋子，然后是脚踝。他把婴儿拉向自己。)”可知，Surrell在看不见的情况下，跪在炽热的木地板上，爬到声音传来的地方，四处寻找女孩的踪迹。最后，他找到了婴儿的鞋子和脚踝。由此可知，他是通过跪在地上四处摸索找到婴儿的。故选A。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第二段“Surrell, then 64, ran inside without hesitation (犹豫).( 当时64岁的索雷尔毫不犹豫地跑了进去。)”可知，短文主要讲Surrell冒着生命危险冲进着火的房子里去救一个婴儿，这体现了他勇敢，有爱心的特点。故选D。
C
“Your mind is a garden; your thoughts are the seeds. The harvest can either be flowers or weeds,” William Wordsworth wrote. In the above quote, William suggests that the process of gardening mirrors human life. Depending on what we “plant” in our lives, we bloom (生长茂盛) or don’t. Before you start to work in your garden, it’s necessary to have a vision for it. Thinking of what you want to grow in your garden and how to lay it out is a good first step in making your vision a fruitful reality. In life, you should consider what you want to create and what you want to achieve, because your mind-garden is like the white paper and the possibilities are endless.
Regardless of what you choose to plant, poor soil isn’t suitable for growth. This is why gardeners take the time and energy to upgrade the soil before planting. So, creating the right soil is important to the realization of your goals and dreams. Fortunately, there are countless ways to make your personal bedrock better. Getting an education is one of the most effective ways, which can help you enrich your life’s soil.
You don’t have to be an enthusiastic gardener to understand the meaning of “You harvest what you sow.” When a gardener wants tomatoes, they just need to plant tomato seeds. It’s a very clear act that produces an expected result. Each of us has the power to decide which “life seeds“ to plant. For example, if you plant ill seeds, it’s likely that you’ll experience pain in return. Contrarily, if you plant seeds of kindness and understanding, your life will bloom with happiness and love.
A gardener’s truly hard work begins after the seeds are in the ground because a garden requires a lot of care and attention. Regular watering and weeding are required for a healthy garden. So, to ensure your dreams take root, you should be devoted, aware, and present. After countless hours and energy spent, the crops have grown well and are finally ready to be harvested.
8. What is important before gardeners break ground in their gardens
A. Receiving some training in planting.
B. Drawing up a good plan for their gardens.
C. Having the courage to accept the worst outcome.
D. Doing research on the common local garden plants.
9 What is compared to getting education by the author
A. Improving the condition of the soil.
B. Growing your most favorable plants.
C. Taking care of the plants in your garden.
D. Selecting proper goals in gardening work.
10. What does the author want to express in Paragraph 3
A. Your quality of life depends on your positive action.
B. Your experience can help you understand plants better.
C. Your choice of soil is an important part in your gardening.
D. Your knowledge of planting will make you a successful gardener.
11. What’s the best title of the passage
A. Improvement of Planting Skills
B. How to Become a Qualified Gardener
C. How to Achieve Your Dreams and Goals
D. The Mystery of Harvesting Abundant Crops
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. A 11. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇议论文。作者以种植为例，形象地讲出培养人的几个措施：做出好的规划，准备肥沃的土壤，选择正确的种子，精心培育，最后才有好收获。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“Before you start to work in your garden, it’s necessary to have a vision for it. Thinking of what you want to grow in your garden and how to lay it out is a good first step in making your vision a fruitful reality. In life, you should consider what you want to create and what you want to achieve (在你开始在你的花园工作之前，有必要对它有一个愿景。想想你想在你的花园里种什么，以及如何布置它是使你的愿景成为富有成效的现实的良好的第一步。在生活中，你应该考虑你想要创造什么，你想要实现什么)”可知，作者认为在翻地整理园子之前，有个好的规划很重要。故选B项。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中“This is why gardeners take the time and energy to upgrade the soil before planting. So, creating the right soil is important to the realization of your goals and dreams. Fortunately, there are countless ways to make your personal bedrock better. Getting an education is one of the most effective ways, which can help you enrich your life’s soil. (这就是为什么园丁在种植前要花时间和精力来升级土壤。因此，创造合适的土壤对实现你的目标和梦想很重要。幸运的是，有无数的方法可以让你的个人基础变得更好。接受教育是最有效的方式之一，它可以帮助你丰富你的生活的土壤)”可知，作者把提高土壤条件比喻为接受教育。故选A项。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中“It’s a very clear act that produces an expected result. Each of us has the power to decide which “life seeds” to plant. For example, if you plant ill seeds, it's likely that you’ll experience pain in return. Contrarily, if you plant seeds of kindness and understanding, your life will bloom with happiness and love. (这是一种非常明显的行为，能够产生预期的结果。我们每个人都有能力决定种下哪种“生命种子”。例如，如果你播下了不良的种子，你很可能会经历痛苦作为回报。相反，如果你播下善良和理解的种子，你的生活就会充满幸福和爱)”可知，作者在这一段告诉读者我们的生活质量取决于我们的积极付出。故选A项。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文，根据第一段中““Your mind is a garden; your thoughts are the seeds. The harvest can either be flowers or weeds,” William Wordsworth wrote. In the above quote, William suggests that the process of gardening mirrors human life. Depending on what we “plant” in our lives，we bloom(生长茂盛)or don’t. ”（“你的思想是花园，你的思想是种子。收获的可能是鲜花也可能是杂草。”威廉·华兹华斯写道。在上面的引文中，威廉认为园艺的过程反映了人类的生活。取决于我们在生活中“种植”什么，我们是否开花。）通过引用威廉·华兹华斯的话，把我们的思想即梦想比作花园的种子，而把收获的内容即我们的目标比作果实。把园艺的过程类比于人类的生活。形象地讲明了我们目标的实现与否取决于我们在生活中“种植”什么。同时结合下文内容，讲出培养人的几个措施：做出好的规划，准备肥沃的土壤，选择正确的种子，精心培育，最后才有好收获。所以文章的标题可以为“如何实现你的梦想和目标”，故选C项。
D
With the advancement in AI technology, people are debating the boundary between robot and man: Will robots become more intelligent and eventually replace humans Rather, what we really need to worry about is actually “men being forced to become machines”.
The tasks of takeout riders are controlled by an invisible hand — the intelligent distribution system. “To make the riders more focused on food delivery, this system replaces our human logic to the maximum extent possible.” The riders don’t need to think but have to follow the guide of the system. All they have to do is riding as fast as possible. The navigation (导航) system charts the “best route” — to go over an overpass, through a fence, or even on the wrong side of the road — which, of course, promises the shortest delivery time. That is why these riders have to race against time as they over-speed, run red lights and go on the wrong road; they have to be faster, and faster. Their actions may be against the traffic law, but they are pushed by the pressure of “system time”. Takeout riders are just individuals who labor with their time, and they can’t go against the “system time”, so all they have to do is speeding. The riders’ physical conditions and the weather are completely invisible to the “intelligent distribution system”.
The scariest part of the system is that it is not only the platform, but the riders themselves that push them to go faster and faster. Every order they’ve delivered has been uploaded to the cloud data of the platform, and the algorithm (算法) will calculate the speed limit of the riders. When everyone gets faster and faster, the algorithm will speed them up accordingly.
Of course, each one of us can be a number in statistics, but “a person” can never be just a number. Algorithms can be cold, but human-beings are not. Data, as a tool, should serve people, but not enslave them.
Technology keeps moving forward, but it also should be moving toward kindness.
12. According to the passage, what can we learn about the technology
A. Robots has become more intelligent and taken place of humans.
B. AI technology are quickening takeout riding with navigation system.
C. The navigation system hasn’t yet mapped out the best route for these riders.
D. Algorithms will speed takeout riders up appropriately depending on weather.
13. What does the underlined word “chart” in paragraph 2
A. To make a map of B. To follow the progress of
C. To plan an action of D. To be ranked on a list of
14. What do the take-out riders often NOT do to ensure the shortest delivery time
A. Over-speeding B. Running red lights
C. Going on the wrong road D. Keeping traffic rules
15. According to the last two paragraphs, what attitude should we hold towards technology
A. Supportive B. Cautious C. Negative D. Doubtful
【答案】12. B 13. A 14. D 15. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇议论文。作者认为对于人工智能人们更应该担忧的是“人类正在被强制成为机器”，作者通过智能分配系统对外卖骑手的控制表明，数据作为一种工具，应该服务于人，而不是奴役人，科技在不断进步，但它也应该朝着善良的方向发展。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段第五句“The navigation (导航) system charts the “best route” — to go over an overpass, through a fence, or even on the wrong side of the road — which, of course, promises the shortest delivery time.(导航系统绘制出“最佳路线”——通过立交桥，穿过围栏，甚至走错路——当然，这保证了最短的交货时间。)”可知，人工智能技术通过导航系统加快了外卖的速度。故选B。
【13题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第二段第五句中的“to go over an overpass, through a fence, or even on the wrong side of the road(穿过立交桥，穿过栅栏，甚至走在路的错误的一边)”可知，此处是指导航系统建立地图，所以chart意为“绘制……的地图”。故选A。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段第六句“That is why these riders have to race against time as they over-speed, run red lights and go on the wrong road; they have to be faster, and faster.(这就是为什么当这些车手超速、闯红灯、走错路时他们必须与时间赛跑；他们必须快上加快。)”可知，外卖骑手为了保证最短的送达时间通常不会遵守交通规则。故选D。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒第二段最后一句“Data, as a tool, should serve people, but not enslave them.(数据作为一种工具，应该服务于人，而不是奴役人。)”和最后一段“Technology keeps moving forward, but it also should be moving toward kindness.(科技在不断进步，但它也应该朝着善良的方向发展。)”可知，我们应该对技术持谨慎态度。故选B。
第二节(共 5 小题;每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
We need art in our homes. Here are four reasons you should know about art.
Art breathes life into a home.
Your home is “your place,” and that’s why decorating it to your liking is so important.
____16____ And, surrounding yourself with art you love will help you enjoy where you spend a majority of your time.
Plus, from a functional design standpoint, art acts as a focal point, makes a room appear finished, and immediately shows off your interests and ideals to visitors.____17____
Art lets you express yourself and encourages dialogue.
Without needing words, art can be the perfect way to express who you are to both yourself and others. Why ____18____ And, when you love a piece enough to hang it on your wall, that story speaks volumes about you.
Whether it’s your personality or what you value in life, art can be the perfect translator. This lets you form deeper connections with those who come into your home.
Art reminds us of what is possible.
____19____ That’s why we follow Instagram accounts of artists. It is inspiring to see someone both creating and devoting their time to what gives them the most joy in life. By pursuing these passions, they inspire us to do the same.
____20____
A piece of art can produce powerful emotions when we look at it. Art can cheer us up after a bad day, make us remember, or inspire us to do more in life. It can provide comfort that we are not the only ones feeling a certain way. It also provides a reflection back to us that enables us to chew on our own reactions, emotions, and thoughts.
A. Art tells a story.
B. Art also opens us up to criticism.
C. Art helps us recognize our emotions.
D. You need to feel comfortable in your space.
E. Seeing other people do what they love is inspiring.
F. An artwork serves as a reminder that we should question our habits.
G. By choosing to live with art, you are choosing to bring more life into your home.
【答案】16. D 17. G 18. A 19. E 20. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了我们的家里需要艺术的原因。
【16题详解】
下文“And, surrounding yourself with art you love will help you enjoy where you spend a majority of your time.(而且，让自己置身于你喜欢的艺术之中，会帮助你享受你大部分时间所待的地方。)”说明此处在讲让自己看到自己喜欢的艺术对自己的影响，选项D“你需要在自己的空间里感到舒适。”引出下文，置身于自己喜欢的艺术中，会感到很舒适和享受，故选D项。
【17题详解】
上文“Plus, from a functional design standpoint, art acts as a focal point, makes a room appear finished, and immediately shows off your interests and ideals to visitors.(此外，从功能设计的角度来看，艺术是一个焦点，让房间看起来已经完工，并立即向客人展示你的兴趣和理想。)”说明艺术可以让房间完整的，向客人展现你的兴趣与理想，选项G“通过选择与艺术共存，你就是在选择为你的家带来更多的生活。”承接上文，是对上文的进一步升华。故选G项。
【18题详解】
下文“And, when you love a piece enough to hang it on your wall, that story speaks volumes about you.(而且，当你足够喜欢一件挂在墙上的作品时，这个故事会讲很多关于你的事情。)”说明你喜欢的艺术品会讲述关于你的故事，选项A“艺术讲述一个故事。”引出下文，是对下文的总结。故选A项。
【19题详解】
下文“That’s why we follow Instagram accounts of artists.(这就是为什么我们关注艺术家的Instagram账号。)”说明我们关注并浏览艺术家的Instagram账号，选项E“看到别人做自己喜欢的事是鼓舞人心的。”引出下文，是对下文的解释与说明，因为看到艺术家们做自己喜欢做的事感到鼓舞人心，所以关注他们的账号。故选E项。
20题详解】
下文“A piece of art can produce powerful emotions when we look at it. Art can cheer us up after a bad day, make us remember, or inspire us to do more in life. It can provide comfort that we are not the only ones feeling a certain way. It also provides a reflection back to us that enables us to chew on our own reactions, emotions, and thoughts.(当我们看到一件艺术品时，它能产生强烈的情感。艺术可以让我们在糟糕的一天后振作起来，让我们记住，或者激励我们在生活中做更多的事情。它能让我们感到安慰，因为我们不是唯一有这种感觉的人。它也为我们提供了一种反思，使我们能够思考自己的反应、情绪和想法。)”说明艺术品可以使我们产生强烈的情感，安慰和激励我们，为我们提供反思，选项C“艺术帮助我们认识自己的情感。”能概括本段内容，为最佳小标题。故选C项。
第三部分 语言知识运用(共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节 完形填空(共 15 小题;每题 1 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
When I think of the word perfect, I think of something only a few can achieve, anything that I can compare myself to. For a few weeks, I have been ____21____ one girl who is in a few of my middle school classes. It seems like she has a ____22____ life— lots of friends, all A’s, and everything anyone could ever want, ____23____ in my point of view.
One day, I was talking to my teacher about one of the upcoming tests when I saw the girl ____24____ me in a strange way. I ____25____ started to feel surprised and think, “Why is she looking at me Did I do something wrong Is my hair messed up ” When the class was dismissed and everyone was ____26____ to their next class, she caught up to me and said, “I just thought you should know, I think you are really ____27____.” I then watched her as she walked away and thought, “She thinks I am pretty ”
The whole day, I ____28____ up thinking about one thing. That was, “Why does she think that ” After thinking about that ____29____ in my head through each second of the day, I came to learn one big _____30_____: everyone has their own insecurities even though they may not be discovered on the _____31_____. In this case, I was thinking that she was everything I wanted to be and she thought the _____32_____ of me. Both of us are not perfect. It is our _____33_____ to either accept that and love ourselves or keep torturing (折磨) ourselves with _____34_____. I think that being able to fully love yourself is the _____35_____ meaning of the word perfect.
21. A. copying B. missing C. noticing D. avoiding
22. A. perfect B. balanced C. colorful D. meaningful
23. A. at most B. at least C. after all D. above all
24. A. laughing at B. glaring at C. staring at D. pointing at
25. A. finally B. steadily C. slowly D. immediately
26. A. rushing B. getting C. turning D. attending
27. A. honest B. brave C. lively D. pretty
28. A. gave B. ended C. stayed D. made
29. A. discussion B. effect C. test D. topic
30. A. lesson B. secret C. skill D. rule
31. A. whole B. outside C. scene D. move
32. A. best B. most C. same D. opposite
33. A. right B. choice C. honor D. habit
34. A. comparisons B. introductions C. experiments D. improvements
35. A. literal B. half C. true D. extra
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. B 24. C 25. D 26. A 27. D 28. B 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. B 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。作者通过与另一个女孩的互相欣赏，同时也得到了自信。作者意识到能够完全爱自己才是真正的完美。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：几个星期以来，在我中学的几节课上，我一直注意到一个女孩。A. copying复制；B. missing错过；C. noticing注意到；D. avoiding避免。根据“It seems like she has a ____2____ life— lots of friends, all A’s, and everything anyone could ever want, ____3____ in my point of view.”可知，作者一直注意着这个女孩。故选C。
【22题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：她的生活似乎很完美——朋友很多，成绩都是A，拥有任何人想要的一切，至少在我看来是这样。A. perfect完美的；B. balanced平衡的；C. colorful丰富多彩的；D. meaningful有意义的。根据“When I think of the word perfect, I think of something only a few can achieve, anything that I can compare myself to.”及下文可知，作者认为这个女孩是完美的。故选A。
【23题详解】
考查介词短语词义辨析。句意：她的生活似乎很完美——朋友很多，成绩都是A，拥有任何人想要的一切，至少在我看来是这样。A. at most至少；B. at least至少；C. after all毕竟；D. above all首先。根据“It seems like she has a ____2____ life— lots of friends, all A’s, and everything anyone could ever want,”可知，至少作者认为这个女孩是完美的。故选B。
【24题详解】
考查动词短语词义辨析。句意：一天，我正在和老师谈论即将到来的考试，这时我看到那个女孩用一种奇怪的方式盯着我。A. laughing at嘲笑；B. glaring at怒视；C. staring at盯着看；D. pointing at指着。根据“Why is she looking at me Did I do something wrong Is my hair messed up ”可知，作者注意到那个女孩盯着作者看。故选C。
【25题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：我立刻感到惊讶，心想：“她为什么看着我 ”A. finally最终；B. steadily稳定地；C. slowly缓慢地；D. immediately立即。根据“Why is she looking at me Did I do something wrong Is my hair messed up ”可知，作者立即开始感到惊讶，以为自己哪里不对劲。故选D。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当下课了，每个人都奔向下一节课的时候，她赶上来对我说：“我只是觉得你应该知道，我觉得你真的很漂亮。”A. rushing冲；B. getting得到；C. turning转身；D. attending参加。根据“to their next class, she caught up to me”和常识可知，下课之后，所有同学都在奔向下一节课。故选A。
【27题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当下课了，每个人都奔向下一节课的时候，她赶上来对我说：“我只是觉得你应该知道，我觉得你真的很漂亮。” A. honest诚实的；B. brave勇敢的；C. lively活泼的；D. pretty漂亮的。根据“I then watched her as she walked away and thought, “She thinks I am pretty ””可知，那位女孩认为作者很漂亮。故选D。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：一整天，我都在想一件事。A. gave给予；B. ended结束；C. stayed保持；D. made使得。end up doing以做某事结束。根据“The whole day,”可知，作者以一整天都在想一件事情而结束，即一整天想了一件事。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：在我的脑海中思考了这一话题后，我学到了重要的一课：每个人都有自己的不安全感，即使他们可能不会被外界发现。A. discussion讨论；B. effect效果；C. test测试；D. topic话题。根据“That was, “Why does she think that ””可知，作者一直在思考“那个女孩为什么认为作者漂亮 ”这个话题。故选D。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：在我的脑海中思考了这一话题后，我学到了重要的一课：每个人都有自己的不安全感，即使他们可能不会被外界发现。A. lesson课；B. secret秘密；C. skill技巧；D. rule规则。根据“everyone has their own insecurities even though they may not be discovered on the ____11___.”可知，作者学到了重要的一课。故选A。
31题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：在我的脑海中思考了这一话题后，我学到了重要的一课：每个人都有自己的不安全感，即使他们可能不会被外界发现。A. whole全部；B. outside外面；C. scene情景；D. move移动。根据“everyone has their own insecurities”可知，每个人都有自己的不安全感，只是没有被外面的人所发现。故选B。
【32题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：在这种情况下，我认为她就是我想成为的人，她对我的看法也是一样的。A. best最好的；B. most最多的；C. same相同的；D. opposite相反的。根据“I was thinking that she was everything I wanted to be”可知，那个女孩和作者都想成为对方，两个人的看法是相同的。故选C。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：要么接受现实，爱自己，要么继续用比较来折磨自己，这是我们的选择。A. right权利；B. choice选择；C. honor荣誉；D. habit习惯。根据“either accept that and love ourselves or keep torturing (折磨) ourselves with ____14____.”可知，我们要选择是接受现实，爱自己，还是继续用比较来折磨自己。故选B。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：要么接受现实，爱自己，要么继续用比较来折磨自己，这是我们的选择。A. comparisons比较；B. introductions介绍；C. experiments实验；D. improvements改善。根据“either accept that and love ourselves”可知，这里指通过比较来折磨自己。故选A。
【35题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我认为能够完全爱自己才是完美这个词的真正含义。 A. literal字面上的；B. half一半的；C. true真正的；D. extra额外的。根据“being able to fully love yourself”可知，作者认为完全爱自己才是完美这个词的真正含义。故选C。
第二节(共 10 小题;每题 1.5 分，共 15 分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或用所给单词的正确形式。
The ___36___ (tradition) Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms (节气).Start of Autumn (立秋)，the 13th solar term of the year, begins this year on Aug7th and ends on Aug 22nd. Start of Autumn ___37___ (reflect) the end of summer and the ___38___ (begin) of autumn. In China, the 24 solar terms were created ___39___ (thousand) of years ago to guide agricultural production. And solar term culture is still useful today to guide people’s lives.
Although Start of Autumn indicates (表明) the start of autumn, hot weather will not come to ___40___ end. The period of hot days after Start of Autumn ___41___ (call) “Autumn Tiger”. Start of Autumn is a big solar term for farmers. It is time ___42___ (gather) crops. There is a saying. “ ___43___ it rains on the day of the Start of Autumn, a good harvest is expected.”
In Shandong province, people make dumplings during the Start of Autumn. On the day of Start of Autumn, senior members will stand in the middle of the hall ___44___ pray (祈祷) with family for the harvest ____45____ autumn. Most of the families will, eat dumplings together on Start of Autumn day.
【答案】36. traditional
37. reflects
38. beginning
39. thousands
40. an 41. is called
42. to gather
43. When##If
44. and 45. in
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国二十四节气之一立秋的意义和节气习俗。
【36题详解】
考查形容词。句意：传统的中国农历将一年分为24个节气。修饰名词calendar需用形容词traditional，作定语。故填traditional。
【37题详解】
考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：立秋反映了夏天的结束和秋天的开始。空处作谓语，此处陈述客观事实，使用一般现在时，主语为Start of Autumn，谓语动词使用第三人称单数形式。故填reflects。
【38题详解】
考查名词。句意同上。定冠词the修饰名词，空处需填名词beginning，作宾语，the beginning of为固定短语，意为“……的开始”。故填beginning。
【39题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：在中国，24节气是几千年前为指导农业生产而创造的。thousands of为固定短语，意为“几千”。故填thousands。
【40题详解】
考查冠词。句意：虽然立秋预示着秋天的开始，但炎热的天气不会结束。come to an end为固定短语，表示“结束”。故填an。
【41题详解】
考查动词时态语态。句意：立秋后炎热的日子被称为“秋老虎”。此处陈述客观事实，使用一般现在时，主语The period of hot days after Start of Autumn和谓语动词call是被动关系，需用被动语态，主语是单数形式，be动词用is。故填is called。
【42题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：是时候收割庄稼了。It is time to do sth.为固定句型，表示“该是做某事的时候了”，空处需填动词不定式to gather。故填to gather。
【43题详解】
考查状语从句。句意：如果/当立秋那天下雨，就预示着丰收。结合语境可知，此处可以用if引导条件状语从句，也可以用when引导时间状语从句，首字母需大写。故填If/When。
【44题详解】
考查连词。句意：在立秋那天，长辈们会站在大厅中央，和家人一起祈祷秋天的丰收。stand和pray为并列谓语，需用连词and连接。故填and。
【45题详解】
考查介词。句意：句意同上。in autumn为固定搭配，表示“在秋天”。故填in。
第四部分 写作(满分 40 分)
第一节 应用文写作 (满分 15 分)
46. 假定你是李华。你的英语口语教师David最近要求上课前学生上台做一个口头汇报。他本周选中你来作汇报，题目是My favorite food。请你写好汇报，到时上台口头汇报，内容包括：
1．最喜欢的食物名称，产地及简单介绍；
2．喜欢的理由。
3. 向他人推广
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。
My favorite food
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【答案】范文
My favorite food
I’m not a picky eater. There are few foods I don’t love, and even when it comes to food, I’m not a judge. But what is my favorite food I have to answer for you: fried fish.
Fried fish is a dish that you can see everywhere in China. To make it, you can only do the following: selecting, cooking and serving. Firstly, you go to the market, pick the fish you want and bring it home. Secondly, you process the fish carefully at home, making it ready for cooking. Then, you cook it in your way. Finally, you serve it on your table. Generally speaking, fried fish is tasty.
I love fried fish very much because that’s my father’s specialty! My father isn’t good at cooking, but he would like to cook for me. And I especially like to let him cook this dish-fried fish. When he makes the dish, anyone can feel his care and attention. So the dish has a different meaning to me. Besides, fish is good to our body. I love fried fish because it is a special dish that my father always makes for me! It is my father’s love.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。英语口语教师David最近要求上课前学生上台作一个口头汇报。他本周选中你来做汇报，题目是My favorite food。要求考生以此为题写一篇短文，上台进行口头汇报。
【详解】1.词汇积累
喜欢：love → be fond of
首先：firstly → first of all
此外：besides → what’s more
擅长：be good at → do well in
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：And I especially like to let him cook this dish-fried fish.
拓展句：And I especially like to let him cook this dish-fried fish, which is really my favorite.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Fried fish is a dish that you can see everywhere in China. (运用了that引导的限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】When he makes the dish, anyone can feel his care and attention. (运用了when引导的时间状语从句)
第二节 读后续写(满分 25 分)
47. 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。
My friend Mike is very poor. But I think he is the luckiest boy I've ever known. He is one of a large, happy family.
One hot day, we were going to the ball field for a big game. "How hot it is today!” I said. “It is too far to walk to the ball field on a day like this. We'd better take a bus. ”
“Yes, it is hot,“ said Mike. " So let's go by bus. I think it is all right for me to take a dime for the bus （一角硬币）. ”
I followed him into his house. He put his hand into a small bag hanging on the door. Then he brought out some money. After taking one dime, he put the rest of the money back.
“Who owns the money ” I asked. "Is it all right for you to take money from the bag ”
“Yes," he smiled. "This money belongs to every one of us in the family. When we children earn money, we put it into the bag. Father puts in the most. Then when we need money, we can take it from the bag. The money bag is Mother's idea. She thinks it will teach us to spend money carefully and to know its real value. ”
“Doesn't anyone know how much you take ” I asked.
“Oh, no,“ said Mike. "Mother says we must trust each other.
“But couldn't you take out more than you need for the bus ” I asked.
“I could,“ answered Mike. "But then there might not be enough money for Jane and Fred. Someone in our family is always needing something. If I take more than I need, there won't be enough to go around.
注意.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。
“And how do you children earn money ” I asked.
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As we were waiting for the bus, I kept thinking how lucky Mike was.
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【答案】“And how do you children earn money ” I asked.
“We have many ways to earn money,” he said. “We get up early to sell newspapers in the streets on weekends, or work in the stores in the neighborhood after school. Sometimes we get paid by looking after the neighbors’ children when the parents have to be away from home. Besides, we have a small garden where we grow vegetables all the year around, and we can get money by selling some of them. ”
As we were waiting for the bus, I kept thinking how lucky Mike was. He had a happy family in which the family members got on so well, trusting each other, and caring for each other. Moreover, he had a great mother. Her idea of the money bag not only taught the children the real value of money, but also the true meaning of it. Most importantly, it taught them how to be a person of good character. That day, I also learned a lot from the money bag.
【解析】
【分析】本文讲述了作者和朋友迈克一起去坐公交车，作者认为迈克虽然家庭贫穷，但是很幸运，因为他有一个幸福的家庭，家庭成员相处得很好，彼此信任，互相惦念，互相关心。他有一个伟大的母亲，不仅教会了孩子们钱的真正价值，还教会了他们钱的真正含义。最重要的是，它教会了他们如何成为一个有良好品格的人。我也从钱袋子里学到了很多东西。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“‘你们这些孩子怎么挣钱呢？’我问。”可知，第一段可描写迈克和其他兄弟姐妹是如何挣钱的。
②由第二段首句内容“在等车的时候，我一直在想迈克多幸运啊。”可知，第二段可描写作者为什么认为迈克很幸运。
2.续写线索：如何赚钱——互相信任体贴——金钱的真正意义和价值——好的品质
3.词汇激活
行为类
①.如何赚钱：sell newspapers/ work in the stores/ look after the neighbors’ children/grow vegetables
感悟类
①.互相信任体贴：get on so well / trust each other/ think of each other/ care for each other
②.金钱的真正意义和价值：the real value of money/ the true meaning
③.好的品质：to be a person of good character
【点睛】[高分句型1]. Besides, we have a small garden where we grow vegetables all the year around. （由关系副词where引导的定语从句修饰garden）
[高分句型2]. He had a happy family in which the family members got on so well, trusting each other, and caring for each other. （由现在分词trusting和caring作伴随状语）
听力答案：1-5 CBCAB 6-10 BACBC 11-15 BAACB 16-20 ACAAC长沙市德成学校 2023 学年下学期期中考试英语试卷
总分：150 分 时间：120 分钟
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分 30 分)
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. Who is Carol
A. Jack’s friend. B. Jack’s mother. C. Jack’s aunt
2. What is the weather like today
A. Windy. B. Sunny. C. Snowy.
3. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At the woman’s home. B. In a science museum. C. At a gallery
4. Why can’t the woman attend the birthday party
A. Her family member is visiting. B. She is going out of town. C. She is seriously ill.
5. What does the woman offer to do for the man
A. Make juice for him. B. Buy him yogurt. C. Shop with him
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. How many people are there in the car
A. Three. B. Four C. Five. 7.What will the speakers do next
A. Save homeless dogs. B.Buy some dog food. C. Pick up their friends.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 、9 题。
8. What color is Ashley’s jacket
A. Blue. B. Brown. C. Yellow.
9. Where did the man find Ashley
A. At the entrance. B. Next to the toys. C. In the clothing department.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. How did the man feel about the ending of the TV show
A. Joyful. B. Comfortable. C. Dissatisfied.
11. What change did the man make to his TV
A. The color. B.The sound. C. The brightness.
12. What would the woman prefer to do in the future
A. See films. B. Read storybooks. C. Watch TV series.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Sleep. B. Music. C. Weather.
14. Why could the man sleep well last night
A. The weather was fine. B. He felt tired during the day. C. Classical music helped him sleep.
15. Which floor does the woman live on
A. The 1st floor. B. The 25th floor. C. The 50th floor.
16. Which hotel does the man recommend
A. The one by the TV station.
B. The one opposite the city park.
C. The one near the National Library.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What did Ford’s father want him to be
A. An engineer. B. A driver. C. A farmer 18.What made Ford cars cheaper
A. The production line. B. The materials used. C. The lower quality.
19. Who could afford Ford cars in America
A. The middle class. B. Only the upper class. C. Very few engineers.
20. What percentage of the cars in America were the Model Ts in 1918
A. Under 15%. B. About 40%. C. Over 50%.
第二部分 阅读理解(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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
A three-day plan to Hangzhou
Day 1: West Lake — Hefang Street — Southern Song Imperial Street
In West Lake, you can just walk casually along the road, take a boat to the islands, or simply sit in a lakeside tea house and enjoy the beautiful views.
Hefang Street, the economic and political center of the city, is where you can experience how Hangzhou looked when it was the capital of China and, of course, purchase souvenirs.
Stretching more than 4 kilometers, Southern Song Imperial Street is a celebrated commercial street.
Day 2: Xixi wetland — Deshou Palace — Grand Canal
Xixi wetland is a natural shelter from the noise of the city and a cultural treasure.
Deshou Palace, once home to two Southern Song Dynasty emperors, was destroyed by a fire in 1206, but recently underwent a restoration. The complex now hosts exhibitions focused on the Southern Song Dynasty.
The Hangzhou section of the Grand Canal stretches a total length of 39 kilometers. A boat trip, taking in some striking scenery as well as the fascinating landscape of Jiangnan Water Town, is highly recommended.
Day 3: Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park — Liangzhu Museum — Hangzhou branch of the China National Archives of Publications and Culture
Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park are famed for its delicate jade products and grand water conservation system. It is recommended to take the three-hour sightseeing bus tour, during which you will be able to enjoy many scenic spots.
Liangzhu Museum specializes in collecting and displaying relics of the neolithic civilization (新石器时代文明) and the study of Liangzhu Culture.
Hangzhou branch of the China National Archives of Publications and Culture is home to China’s bibliographical resources (书目资源) — a must-visit for history lovers.
1. Where can you buy a souvenir
A. Xixi wetland. B. Liangzhu Museum. C. Deshou Palace. D. Hefang Street.
2. What can visitors do in both West Lake and Grand Canal
A. Take a boat. B. Enjoy quiet time. C. Buy jade products. D. See exhibitions.
3. Which of the following highlights the three-day tour in Hangzhou
A. Scenery and food. B. Entertainment and shopping.
C. Scenery and culture. D. Shopping and food.
B
At first, Michael Surrell didn’t see the black smoke or flames shooting from the windows of his neighbor’s home. He had just parked around the corner from his own house when he got a call from his daughter: “The house next door is on fire!” He went to look. That’s when he saw an old woman crying outside.
“The baby’s in there!” she cried. Though the fire department had been called, Surrell, then 64, ran inside without hesitation (犹豫). Entering the burning house was like “running into a bucket of black paint,” Surrell says. The thick smoke burned his eyes and made it impossible to breathe. The conditions would have been dangerous for anyone, but for Surrell, who had lung disease, they were life—threatening (威胁生命的).
After a few minutes in the smoke—filled house, he retreated (后退) outside to catch his breath. “Where is Tiara ” he asked desperately.
“The second floor,” the old woman shouted back.
Taking a deep breath, Surrell went in a second time. Because the house had a similar layout to his, he found the stairs and made it to the second floor.
“Baby girl, where are you ”
His throat and lungs burned as if he’d breathed fire instead of the smoke in the air. He couldn’t open his eyes. All he could hear was the crackling (破裂声) of burning wood. Then a soft sound came out. Still unable to see, Surrell fell to his knees on the hot wood floor and climbed toward the sound, feeling around for any sign of the girl.
Finally, he touched something. A shoe, then an ankle. He pulled the baby toward him. Her body was weak and she wasn’t breathing. He carried her into his arms and ran blindly into the blackness. The next thing he knew, he was at the front door, then outside.
4. Why was the old woman crying outside
A. She lost the baby in the fire. B. The baby was hurt in the fire.
C. The baby was in the burning house. D. She couldn’t call the fire department.
5. What can be learned from the first two paragraphs
A. Surrell’s daughter worked in a fire department.
B. Surrell would probably have been killed by the fire.
C. The smoke blanketed (笼罩) Surrell’s house from next door.
D. A bucket of black paint blocked Surrell’s way to the house.
6. How did Surrell find the baby on the second floor
A. By searching on his knees. B. By opening the back door.
C By shouting repeatedly. D. By turning on the light.
7. Which of the following best describes Surrell
A. Determined and patient. B. Independent and devoted.
C. Generous and reliable. D. Brave and caring.
C
“Your mind is a garden; your thoughts are the seeds. The harvest can either be flowers or weeds” William Wordsworth wrote. In the above quote, William suggests that the process of gardening mirrors human life. Depending on what we “plant” in our lives, we bloom (生长茂盛) or don’t. Before you start to work in your garden, it’s necessary to have a vision for it. Thinking of what you want to grow in your garden and how to lay it out is a good first step in making your vision a fruitful reality. In life, you should consider what you want to create and what you want to achieve, because your mind-garden is like the white paper and the possibilities are endless.
Regardless of what you choose to plant, poor soil isn’t suitable for growth. This is why gardeners take the time and energy to upgrade the soil before planting. So, creating the right soil is important to the realization of your goals and dreams. Fortunately, there are countless ways to make your personal bedrock better. Getting an education is one of the most effective ways, which can help you enrich your life’s soil.
You don’t have to be an enthusiastic gardener to understand the meaning of “You harvest what you sow.” When a gardener wants tomatoes, they just need to plant tomato seeds. It’s a very clear act that produces an expected result. Each of us has the power to decide which “life seeds“ to plant. For example, if you plant ill seeds, it’s likely that you’ll experience pain in return. Contrarily, if you plant seeds of kindness and understanding, your life will bloom with happiness and love.
A gardener’s truly hard work begins after the seeds are in the ground because a garden requires a lot of care and attention. Regular watering and weeding are required for a healthy garden. So, to ensure your dreams take root, you should be devoted, aware, and present. After countless hours and energy spent, the crops have grown well and are finally ready to be harvested.
8. What is important before gardeners break ground in their gardens
A. Receiving some training in planting.
B. Drawing up a good plan for their gardens.
C. Having the courage to accept the worst outcome.
D. Doing research on the common local garden plants.
9. What is compared to getting education by the author
A. Improving the condition of the soil.
B. Growing your most favorable plants.
C. Taking care of the plants in your garden.
D. Selecting proper goals in gardening work.
10 What does the author want to express in Paragraph 3
A. Your quality of life depends on your positive action.
B. Your experience can help you understand plants better.
C. Your choice of soil is an important part in your gardening.
D. Your knowledge of planting will make you a successful gardener.
11. What’s the best title of the passage
A. Improvement of Planting Skills
B. How to Become a Qualified Gardener
C. How to Achieve Your Dreams and Goals
D. The Mystery of Harvesting Abundant Crops
D
With the advancement in AI technology, people are debating the boundary between robot and man: Will robots become more intelligent and eventually replace humans Rather, what we really need to worry about is actually “men being forced to become machines”.
The tasks of takeout riders are controlled by an invisible hand — the intelligent distribution system. “To make the riders more focused on food delivery, this system replaces our human logic to the maximum extent possible.” The riders don’t need to think but have to follow the guide of the system. All they have to do is riding as fast as possible. The navigation (导航) system charts the “best route” — to go over an overpass, through a fence, or even on the wrong side of the road — which, of course, promises the shortest delivery time. That is why these riders have to race against time as they over-speed, run red lights and go on the wrong road; they have to be faster, and faster. Their actions may be against the traffic law, but they are pushed by the pressure of “system time”. Takeout riders are just individuals who labor with their time, and they can’t go against the “system time”, so all they have to do is speeding. The riders’ physical conditions and the weather are completely invisible to the “intelligent distribution system”.
The scariest part of the system is that it is not only the platform, but the riders themselves that push them to go faster and faster. Every order they’ve delivered has been uploaded to the cloud data of the platform, and the algorithm (算法) will calculate the speed limit of the riders. When everyone gets faster and faster, the algorithm will speed them up accordingly.
Of course, each one of us can be a number in statistics, but “a person” can never be just a number. Algorithms can be cold, but human-beings are not. Data, as a tool, should serve people, but not enslave them.
Technology keeps moving forward, but it also should be moving toward kindness.
12. According to the passage, what can we learn about the technology
A. Robots has become more intelligent and taken place of humans.
B. AI technology are quickening takeout riding with navigation system.
C. The navigation system hasn’t yet mapped out the best route for these riders.
D. Algorithms will speed takeout riders up appropriately depending on weather.
13. What does the underlined word “chart” in paragraph 2
A. To make a map of B. To follow the progress of
C. To plan an action of D. To be ranked on a list of
14. What do the take-out riders often NOT do to ensure the shortest delivery time
A. Over-speeding B. Running red lights
C. Going on the wrong road D. Keeping traffic rules
15. According to the last two paragraphs, what attitude should we hold towards technology
A. Supportive B. Cautious C. Negative D. Doubtful
第二节(共 5 小题;每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
We need art in our homes Here are four reasons you should know about art.
Art breathes life into a home.
Your home is “your place,” and that’s why decorating it to your liking is so important.
____16____ And, surrounding yourself with art you love will help you enjoy where you spend a majority of your time.
Plus, from a functional design standpoint, art acts as a focal point, makes a room appear finished, and immediately shows off your interests and ideals to visitors.____17____
Art lets you express yourself and encourages dialogue.
Without needing words, art can be the perfect way to express who you are to both yourself and others. Why ____18____ And, when you love a piece enough to hang it on your wall, that story speaks volumes about you.
Whether it’s your personality or what you value in life, art can be the perfect translator. This lets you form deeper connections with those who come into your home.
Art reminds us of what is possible.
____19____ That’s why we follow Instagram accounts of artists. It is inspiring to see someone both creating and devoting their time to what gives them the most joy in life. By pursuing these passions, they inspire us to do the same.
____20____
A piece of art can produce powerful emotions when we look at it. Art can cheer us up after a bad day, make us remember, or inspire us to do more in life. It can provide comfort that we are not the only ones feeling a certain way. It also provides a reflection back to us that enables us to chew on our own reactions, emotions, and thoughts.
A. Art tells a story.
B. Art also opens us up to criticism.
C. Art helps us recognize our emotions.
D. You need to feel comfortable in your space.
E. Seeing other people do what they love is inspiring.
F. An artwork serves as a reminder that we should question our habits.
G. By choosing to live with art, you are choosing to bring more life into your home.
第三部分 语言知识运用(共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节 完形填空(共 15 小题;每题 1 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
When I think of the word perfect, I think of something only a few can achieve, anything that I can compare myself to. For a few weeks, I have been ____21____ one girl who is in a few of my middle school classes. It seems like she has a ____22____ life— lots of friends, all A’s, and everything anyone could ever want, ____23____ in my point of view.
One day, I was talking to my teacher about one of the upcoming tests when I saw the girl ____24____ me in a strange way. I ____25____ started to feel surprised and think, “Why is she looking at me Did I do something wrong Is my hair messed up ” When the class was dismissed and everyone was ____26____ to their next class, she caught up to me and said, “I just thought you should know, I think you are really ____27____.” I then watched her as she walked away and thought, “She thinks I am pretty ”
The whole day, I ____28____ up thinking about one thing. That was, “Why does she think that ” After thinking about that ____29____ in my head through each second of the day, I came to learn one big _____30_____: everyone has their own insecurities even though they may not be discovered on the _____31_____. In this case, I was thinking that she was everything I wanted to be and she thought the _____32_____ of me. Both of us are not perfect. It is our _____33_____ to either accept that and love ourselves or keep torturing (折磨) ourselves with _____34_____. I think that being able to fully love yourself is the _____35_____ meaning of the word perfect.
21. A. copying B. missing C. noticing D. avoiding
22. A. perfect B. balanced C. colorful D. meaningful
23. A. at most B. at least C. after all D. above all
24. A. laughing at B. glaring at C. staring at D. pointing at
25. A. finally B. steadily C. slowly D. immediately
26. A. rushing B. getting C. turning D. attending
27. A. honest B. brave C. lively D. pretty
28. A. gave B. ended C. stayed D. made
29. A. discussion B. effect C. test D. topic
30. A. lesson B. secret C. skill D. rule
31. A. whole B. outside C. scene D. move
32. A. best B. most C. same D. opposite
33. A. right B. choice C. honor D. habit
34. A. comparisons B. introductions C. experiments D. improvements
35. A. literal B. half C. true D. extra
第二节(共 10 小题;每题 1.5 分，共 15 分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或用所给单词的正确形式。
The ___36___ (tradition) Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms (节气).Start of Autumn (立秋)，the 13th solar term of the year, begins this year on Aug7th and ends on Aug 22nd. Start of Autumn ___37___ (reflect) the end of summer and the ___38___ (begin) of autumn. In China, the 24 solar terms were created ___39___ (thousand) of years ago to guide agricultural production. And solar term culture is still useful today to guide people’s lives.
Although Start of Autumn indicates (表明) the start of autumn, hot weather will not come to ___40___ end. The period of hot days after Start of Autumn ___41___ (call) “Autumn Tiger”. Start of Autumn is a big solar term for farmers. It is time ___42___ (gather) crops. There is a saying. “ ___43___ it rains on the day of the Start of Autumn, a good harvest is expected.”
In Shandong province, people make dumplings during the Start of Autumn. On the day of Start of Autumn, senior members will stand in the middle of the hall ___44___ pray (祈祷) with family for the harvest ____45____ autumn. Most of the families will, eat dumplings together on Start of Autumn day.
第四部分 写作(满分 40 分)
第一节 应用文写作 (满分 15 分)
46. 假定你是李华。你的英语口语教师David最近要求上课前学生上台做一个口头汇报。他本周选中你来作汇报，题目是My favorite food。请你写好汇报，到时上台口头汇报，内容包括：
1．最喜欢的食物名称，产地及简单介绍；
2．喜欢的理由。
3. 向他人推广
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。
My favorite food
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第二节 读后续写(满分 25 分)
47. 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。
My friend Mike is very poor. But I think he is the luckiest boy I've ever known. He is one of a large, happy family.
One hot day, we were going to the ball field for a big game. "How hot it is today!” I said. “It is too far to walk to the ball field on a day like this. We'd better take a bus. ”
“Yes, it is hot,“ said Mike. " So let's go by bus. I think it is all right for me to take a dime for the bus （一角硬币）. ”
I followed him into his house. He put his hand into a small bag hanging on the door. Then he brought out some money. After taking one dime, he put the rest of the money back.
“Who owns the money ” I asked. "Is it all right for you to take money from the bag ”
“Yes" he smiled. "This money belongs to every one of us in the family. When we children earn money, we put it into the bag. Father puts in the most. Then when we need money, we can take it from the bag. The money bag is Mother's idea. She thinks it will teach us to spend money carefully and to know its real value. ”
“Doesn't anyone know how much you take ” I asked.
“Oh, no,“ said Mike. "Mother says we must trust each other.
“But couldn't you take out more than you need for the bus ” I asked.
“I could,“ answered Mike. "But then there might not be enough money for Jane and Fred. Someone in our family is always needing something. If I take more than I need, there won't be enough to go around.
注意.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。
“And how do you children earn money ” I asked.
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As we were waiting for the bus, I kept thinking how lucky Mike was.
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听力答案：1-5 CBCAB 6-10 BACBC 11-15 BAACB 16-20 ACAAC
