西宁市海湖中学2023-2024学年第一学期第二次阶段测试试卷
高 一 英语
考试时间：120分钟 分值:150分
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.ξ19.15. B.ξ9.18. C.ξ9.15.
答案是C。
1. What is the weather probably like now
A Sunny. B. Cloudy C. Rainy
2. Who will hold a party
A. Lola. B. Sam. C. Michael.
3. What did the man like doing
A. Drawing pictures. B. Reading books. C. Playing with his phone.
4. What is the boy going to do next
A. Fly a kite. B. Do his homework. C. Eat some food.
5. What did the man do with the extra paper
A. He gave half of it to his friend. B. He threw half of it away. C. He sold the rest of it.
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。
6. Where does the conversation probably happen
A. At the airport. B. At school. C. At the cinema.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Family members B. Strangers. C. Friends.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Who doesn’t like French
A. Woody. B. Jane. C. Lucy,
9. What does Lucy think of physics
A. Interesting. B. Difficult. C. Easy
10. What can we learn about Jane
A. She finds physics quite difficult. B. Her second favorite subject is French.
C. She is not interested in science.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. What are the speakers talking about
A. A camp B. A photo. C. An adventure.
12. In what aspect does the girl have in common with her father
A. Figure. B. Character. C. Appearance.
13. How does the girl feel when talking about her father
A. Excited. B. Angry C. Worried.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the man’s size
A. Size S. B. Size M. C. Size L.
15. What color coat does the man want
A. White. B. Brown. C. Black.
16. What does the woman say about the coat
A. It is on sale. B. It is made of silk. C. It is made in Japan
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What was the umbrella first used for
A. Keeping off the rainwater.
B. Showing the power of the officials.
C. Protecting people from the sunlight.
18. Who first used the umbrella in Europe
A. The English B. The Greeks. C. The French.
19. In what way have umbrellas changed so much
A. The weight. B. The style. C. The color.
20. What is the talk mainly about
A. The history of the umbrella. B. The popularity of the umbrella.
C. The importance of the umbrella.
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
Listed below are some nice family-friendly museums in Chicago pick one that interests your kids most and take your little ones there to have fun.
Shedd Aquarium (水族馆)
It was open to the public on May 30th, 1930. Visitors with limited movement can use easy slopes (斜坡) to reach the exhibits, which are also explained to children through an app.Families can spend the night in the aquarium during the special event called Asleep with the Fishes.
Elmhurst History Museum
It’s a museum about history that has won awards and was created in 1957. It shows different exhibits about many history-related subjects, has a fun interactive exhibit about its own history, and offers various public programs, tours of exhibits, and special events for the community. The museum is a fantastic place for families to visit for a day or two, and it even has places for picnics and holiday train journeys.
Chicago Children’s Museum
Founded in 1982, the museum displays impressive exhibits for children, featuring dinosaur bones, a play area only for babies and a famous and fun climbing area for children.Moreover, the museum offers various exhibitions and daily art classes for children, which are free of charge. Visiting the museum on the weekend is a good choice for economical family amusement.
Field Museum of Natural History
With millions of things in its store, it was established in 1893. Disco ver more than 4billion years of life on Earth through interesting displays and interactive events, and discover protection campaigns worldwide. It is now considered as famous as the Smithsonian Institution, established in 1846 in Washington, and the American Museum of Natural History, which originated in 1869 in New York.
1. What is special about the Shedd Aquarium for family visitors
A. They can go on a picnic there.
B. They can sleep overnight there.
C. They can surf the Internet.
D. They can learn the history of Chicago.
2. What can kids do at the Chicago Children’s Museum
A. Have discounts on holidays. B. Watch dolphins’ exhibitions.
C. Take a fun climb. D. Take free art classes on an app.
3. Which of the following has the longest history
A. Shedd Aquarium. B. ElmhurstHistoryMuseum.
C. Chicago Children’s Museum. D. Field Museum of Natural History.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了芝加哥的四个适合家庭参观的博物馆。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Families can spend the night in the aquarium during the special event called Asleep with the Fishes. (在名为“与鱼一起睡”的特别活动中，家庭可以在水族馆过夜)”可知，去Shedd Aquarium的家庭可以在水族馆过夜。故选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“Founded in 1982, the museum displays impressive exhibits for children, featuring dinosaur bones, a play area only for babies and a famous and fun climbing area for children. (该博物馆成立于1982年，为儿童展示了令人印象深刻的展品，包括恐龙骨头、仅供婴儿玩耍的区域和著名的儿童攀爬区)”可知，孩子们可以在Chicago Children’s Museum 进行一次有趣的攀爬。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“It was open to the public on May 30th, 1930.(它于1930年5月30日对公众开放)”、第三段“It’s a museum about history that has won awards and was created in 1957.(这是一座关于历史的博物馆，曾获奖，创建于1957年)”、第四段“Founded in 1982, the museum displays impressive exhibits for children, featuring dinosaur bones, a play area only for babies and a famous and fun climbing area for children.(该博物馆成立于1982年，为儿童展示了令人印象深刻的展品，包括恐龙骨头、仅供婴儿玩耍的区域和著名的儿童攀爬区)”以及第五段“With millions of things in its store, it was established in 1893. (它于1893年成立，店里有数百万件东西)”可知，Field Museum of Natural History建立的时间最早。故选D。
B
Everyone tries their best in life, and sometimes a few kind words of encouragement can help people realize that their efforts are not in vain (徒劳).Ⅰ remember a time when I was in fifth grade, and I was a very shy girl.
There was a drawing competition at my school that day. As everyone started to use their creative ideas to draw, I was only trying to think of something creative that could express my thoughts and emotions. Lost in my own world, I was brought back to reality when my art teacher called my name from behind. She came to me and encouraged me, saying, “Don’t overthink it, just put whatever comes to your mind on the canvas (画布). Do your best, and you will do well.”
Taking her words of wisdom to heart, I started my painting. Time flew by, and soon the bell rang, signaling the end of the time limit. We all turned in our canvases for inspection (检查). The next day, the winners of the competition were announced in front of the whole school. To my surprise, I heard my name being called second prize. It was a bolt from the blue for me, as I had never dared to dream of winning any prize.
Later on, I expressed my gratitude to my art teacher for her words of encouragement and for believing in me. That day, I became aware of my talent and started painting more whenever I had free time. Sometimes, I think that if it weren’t for her words of encouragement, I may have never discovered the talent I have.
Overall, this experience taught me the importance of encouraging others and how a few kind words can make a significant impact on someone’s life.
4. What was the author doing when called by the art teacher
A. Organizing a drawing competition. B. Trying to get some creative ideas.
C. Painting her work on her canvas. D. Trying to get help from others.
5. What did the author think of the competition
A. Easy. B. Interesting. C. Challenging. D. Encouraging.
6. What do the underlined words “bolt from the blue” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Addiction. B. Puzzlement. C. Disappointment. D. Surprise.
7. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. The Power of Encouragement
B. The Importance of Art Competitions
C. Overcoming Shyness Through Painting
D. Discovering Your Great Natural Ability
【答案】4. B 5. C 6. D 7. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。作者通过讲述自己的一次参赛经历来证明鼓励的重要性。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“As everyone started to use their creative ideas to draw, I was only trying to think of something creative that could express my thoughts and emotions. Lost in my own world, I was brought back to reality when my art teacher called my name from behind.(当每个人都开始用他们的创意来画画时，我只是想一些能表达我想法和情绪的创意。我迷失在自己的世界里，当我的艺术老师从背后呼唤我的名字时，我又回到了现实)”可知，当艺术老师叫作者时，作者正在努力获得一些富有创造力的思路。故选B。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“As everyone started to use their creative ideas to draw, I was only trying to think of something creative that could express my thoughts and emotions. Lost in my own world, I was brought back to reality when my art teacher called my name from behind. She came to me and encouraged me, saying, “Don’t overthink it, just put whatever comes to your mind on the canvas (画布). Do your best, and you will do well.”(当每个人都开始用他们的创意来画画时，我只是想一些能表达我想法和情绪的创意。我迷失在自己的世界里，当我的艺术老师从背后呼唤我的名字时，我又回到了现实。她走到我面前鼓励我，说：“不要想得太多，只要把你想到的都写在画布上。尽你所能，你就会做得很好。”)”可知，别的学生已经开始画画了，但是作者还在苦苦构思；且艺术老师对作者说：“不要想太多，只要把你想到的东西画在画布上就行了。”这些都说明作者觉得这次比赛对自己来说很难，很有挑战性。故选C。
【6题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第三段“To my surprise, I heard my name being called second prize. It was a bolt from the blue for me, as I had never dared to dream of winning any prize.(令我惊讶的是，我听到二等奖里有自己的名字。这对我来说是bolt from the blue，因为我从来不敢梦想赢得任何奖项)”可知，作者做梦都不敢想能得到任何奖品，所以听到自己获奖的消息后感到非常惊讶，划线部分表示“震惊，惊讶”,与surprise同义。故选D。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Overall, this experience taught me the importance of encouraging others and how a few kind words can make a significant impact on someone’s life.(总的来说，这段经历教会了我鼓励他人的重要性，以及几句友善的话如何对某人的生活产生重大影响)”以及文章内容可知，作者通过讲述自己的一次参赛经历来证明鼓励的重要性，所以“鼓励的力量”可以作为文章标题。故选A。
C
To us it seems so natural to put up an umbrella to keep the water off when it rains, but at first the umbrella was not invented as protection against the rain. Its first use was as a shade against the sun! Nobody knows who first invented it, but the umbrella was used in very ancient times. Probably the first to use it were the Chinese in the eleventh century B.C.
We know that the umbrella was used in ancient Egypt and Babylon as a sunshade. And there was a strange thing connected with its use: it became a symbol of honor. In the Far East in ancient times, the umbrella was allowed to be used only by those in high office.
In Europe, the Greeks were the first to use the umbrella as a sunshade. And the umbrella was commonly used in ancient Greece. But it is believed that the first persons in Europe to use the umbrella as protection against the rain were the ancient Romans.
During the Middle Ages, the use of the umbrella practically disappeared. Then it appeared again in Italy in the late sixteenth century. And again it was considered as a symbol of power. By 1680, the umbrella appeared in France and later in England.
By the eighteenth century, the umbrella was used against rain throughout most of Europe. Umbrellas have not changed much in style during all this time, though they have become much lighter in weight. It wasn’t until the twentieth century that women’s umbrellas began to be made, in a whole variety of colors.
8. According to the passage, where was the umbrella probably first invented
A In ancient China. B. In ancient Egypt.
C. In ancient Greece. D. In ancient Rome.
9. What can we infer about the umbrella from the passage
A. Scientists already knew exactly who invented the umbrella.
B. The umbrella was first invented to be used as protection against the sun.
C. The umbrella changed much in style in the eighteenth century.
D. In Europe, the French were the first to use the umbrella as a sunshade.
10. What was a special feature of the umbrella’s use during the Middle Ages
A As a protection against rain. B. As a shade against the sun.
C. As a symbol of honor and power. D. As women’s decoration
11. What does the passage mainly talk about
A. When and how the umbrella was invented.
B. Why the umbrella was so popular in Europe.
C. The meaning of the umbrella.
D. The history and use of the umbrella.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. C 11. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了雨伞在不同时期和不同国家的用途。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。由文章第一段中“Nobody knows who first invented it, but the umbrella was used in very ancient times. Probably the first to use it were the Chinese in the eleventh century B.C.(没有人知道是谁首先发明了伞，但是伞在非常古老的时代就开始使用了。最早使用它的可能是公元前11世纪的中国人。)”可知，雨伞可能是在中国古代最先发明的。故选A。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。由文章第一段中“but at first the umbrella was not invented as protection against the rain. Its first use was as a shade against the sun! (但最初发明雨伞并不是为了防雨。它最初的用途是遮阳！)”可知，雨伞最早是用来防晒的。故选B。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。由文章第三段中“Then it appeared again in Italy in the late sixteenth century. And again it was considered as a symbol of power. (16世纪末，它再次出现在意大利。它再次被认为是权力的象征。)”可知，在中世纪，雨伞被用作荣誉和权力的象征。故选C。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。由文章第二段中“We know that the umbrella was used in ancient Egypt and Babylon as a sunshade. (我们知道雨伞在古埃及和巴比伦被用作遮阳伞。)”，第三段中“In Europe, the Greeks were the first to use the umbrella as a sunshade. (在欧洲，希腊人是第一个使用雨伞作为遮阳伞的人。)”第四段中“During the Middle Ages, the use of the umbrella practically disappeared. Then it appeared again in Italy in the late sixteenth century. And again it was considered as a symbol of power. (在中世纪，雨伞的使用几乎消失了。16世纪末，它再次出现在意大利。它再次被认为是权力的象征。)”第五段中“By the eighteenth century, the umbrella was used against rain throughout most of Europe. (到18世纪，这种伞在欧洲大部分地区都被用来防雨。)”可知，文章介绍了雨伞的历史和用途。故选D。
D
The kitchen is not just where we prepare meals. In many places, the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where we connect with our family and friends. We have open talks about our pleasures and problems we met during the day while we make dinner or have a bite to eat. So, it can be a very busy room in the house.
Sometimes you need order in the kitchen for things to run smoothly. And sometimes you need one person to be in charge. Imagine you are cooking dinner for your friends. As you are making the soup, your friend Sara tastes it and says, “This needs more salt.” So, she adds more salt. Harlan comes to taste your soup and throws some fresh black pepper into the pot and some dried herbs. Cecilia tastes the soup and pours in some vinegar. What will the soup be like
You are happy to spend time with your friends. But, quite frankly, all their opinions about your soup are becoming annoying. Worst of all, you taste the soup and it’s awful! And that is where we get the expression “too many cooks spoil the soup”.
This expression describes an age-old problem: If too many people help to complete a task, it may not go very well. But, you may think, “If many people are trying to get something done, the task will get done faster.” After all, American English also has the expression “many hands make light work”.
To answer that point, I will draw your attention to the word “cook”. Now, the cook is the leader in the kitchen. They may have assistants to help them. But the cook has the final say. So, what if a kitchen has many cooks Who is the leader Everyone! And that’s where the trouble comes.
12. What does the author think of the kitchen according to the first paragraph
A. It is crowded in many houses. B. It is where we feed our body and soul.
C. It helps to brighten up people’s day. D. It serves as the most useful place in a home.
13. Why does the author take “your friends” as an example
A. To describe a common phenomenon (现象).
B. To vividly introduce a saying.
C. To explain a way to be a good cook.
D. To stress the importance of teamwork.
14. Which situation agrees with “too many cooks spoil the soup”
A. A group of students get a task done together.
B. Some volunteers discuss how to help others.
C. Five designers want their own idea to be accepted.
D. Many retired workers learn how to be a cook.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. What Happens with Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen
B. Should a Cook Be Open to Suggestions
C. What Could a Cook Do to Everyone’s Satisfaction
D. Why Will Too Many Cooks Work in the Kitchen
【答案】12. B 13. B 14. C 15. A
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要通过厨房里的场景介绍了习语“too many cooks spoil the soup (人多反误事)”的意义。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“It’s where we connect with our family and friends. We have open talks about our pleasures and problems we met during the day while we make dinner or have a bite to eat. So, it can be a very busy room in the house. (这是我们与家人和朋友联系的地方。我边做饭边和朋友谈论我们白天遇到的问题和乐趣。因此，这是家里非常忙的一个地方。)”可知，厨房不仅仅是我们准备食物的地方，也是与人坦诚沟通的地方，因此这里能满足我们身心的需求，故选B。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第二段“As you are making the soup, your friend Sara tastes it and says, “This needs more salt.” So, she adds more salt. Harlan comes to taste your soup and throws some fresh black pepper into the pot and some dried herbs. Cecilia tastes the soup and pours in some vinegar. What will the soup be like (当你在做汤时，你的朋友Sara尝了一下，说：“需要再加点盐”。因此，她加了一些盐。Harlan过来尝了一下，放了一些黑胡椒和干草药在里面。Cecilia尝了一下，加了一些醋。汤会成什么样子呢？)”和第三段“Worst of all, you taste the soup and it’s awful! And that is where we get the expression “too many cooks spoil the soup”. (最糟糕的是，你尝了一下，觉得太难喝了！我们也就是从这里得出了“人多反误事”这一习语。)”可知，作者在第二段中描述了做汤的场景，第三段得出了这一习语，故作者用朋友的例子是为了引出这一习语，故选B。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第三段“But, quite frankly, all their opinions about your soup are becoming annoying. (但是，坦白说，她们给出的关于你的汤的意见就变得很烦。)”和最后一段“So, what if a kitchen has many cooks Who is the leader Everyone! And that’s where the trouble comes. (因此，如果一个厨房有很多厨师怎么办呢？谁是领导？每个人都是！这也就是问题所在的地方。)”可知，多人的意见导致做出很糟糕的人汤，因此做主的人多反会误事，故C项“五个设计师希望自己的想法被采纳”与习语描述的情境相符，故选C。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据文章最后一段“So, what if a kitchen has many cooks Who is the leader Everyone! And that’s where the trouble comes. (因此，如果一个厨房有很多厨师怎么办呢？谁是领导？每个人都是！这也就是问题所在的地方。)”可知，文章通过厨房里的太多人做主场景的描写，介绍了习语“too many cooks spoil the soup (人多反误事)”的意义。故A项“厨房里厨师太多会发生什么？”符合本文标题，故选A。
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Stepping out of your comfort zone (区域) helps you to improve yourself and become a happy and fun person. You’ll experience greater enjoyment as you try out new experiences. ___16___.
Unplug (拔掉插头)
Take a break from today's interconnected world. ___17___. You may feel a little uncomfortable at first, but you will know that is just part of the process to let you know better about yourself.
Go to another country
You will experience new cultures, different customs, unique landscapes and another language from travel. ___18___. Additionally, the excitement of exploring different scenery and experiencing different cultures are lifelong treasure.
___19___
Try diving, skydiving or a roller coaster ride. If those are too frightening, try giving a speech or taking a dance class. Once you overcome your inner fear, you will have a sense of satisfaction that comes from overcoming it.
Talk with someone new
This doesn’t have to be a complete stranger. Start a conversation with someone new at work, the barista (咖啡师) in your local coffee shop, a neighbour or someone in the queue. ___20___. By focusing on other people rather than your own internal thoughts, you can improve your own mental health.
A. Do something that is fearful for you
B. Become uncomfortable with the Internet
C. You can end your conversation with your friends anytime
D. Leave your phone at home, turn off the TV and the Internet
E. Here are some ways that can probably lead you to a new life
F. See if you can continue the conversation for 30 seconds or longer
G. Besides, using cash from different countries is also good for your brain
【答案】16. E 17. D 18. G 19. A 20. F
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了如何走出自己的舒适区。
【16题详解】
根据空前“Stepping out of your comfort zone (区域) helps you to improve yourself and become a happy and fun person. You’ll experience greater enjoyment as you try out new experiences.(走出舒适区帮助你提升自我，并成为一个快乐有趣的人。当你尝试新的体验时，你就会体验更多的乐趣。)”可知，空前提到了走出舒适区带来的好处，且后文提出了具体的策略和建议，故E项“有一些方法能给你带来新的生活。”符合，承上启下，引出下文如何体验新的生活的具体措施，故选E。
【17题详解】
根据小标题“Unplug (拔掉插头)”和空前“Take a break from today's interconnected world.(从当今相互联系的世界中休息一下。)”可知，本段主要讲拔掉插头，从当今相互联系的世界中休息一下，故D项“把你的手机留在家里，关掉电视和网络。”符合，从当今相互联系的世界中休息一下，因此要关掉手机，关掉电视和网络，故选D项。
【18题详解】
根据小标题“Go to another country (去另一个国家)”和空前“You will experience new cultures, different customs, unique landscapes and another language from travel.(通过旅行，你可以体验新的文化，不同的风俗，欣赏到独特的风景和学习另一种语言。)”可知，空前主要介绍去到其他国家体验不同的生活的好处，故G项“使用其他国家的现金对你的大脑也有好处”符合，G项中的also与空前构成递进的关系，故选G项。
【19题详解】
根据本段内容“Once you overcome your inner fear, you will have a sense of satisfaction that comes from overcoming it.(一旦你克服了你内心的恐惧，你就会有一种克服内心恐惧的满足感。)”可知，本段内容主要介绍克服内心的恐惧，来获得满足感，来走出舒适区，故A项“做一些你害怕的事情”符合本段小标题，故选A项。
【20题详解】
根据空前“Start a conversation with someone new at work, the barista (咖啡师) in your local coffee shop, a neighbour or someone in the queue.(与工作上的新员工、当地咖啡馆的咖啡师，或者一起排队的邻居一起开始一段对话。)”和空后“By focusing on other people rather than your own internal thoughts, you can improve your own mental health.(通过将注意力放在其他人身上，而不是自己的内心上，你能提高你自己的心理健康。)”可知，空前提出与周围的人交流的方法，空后介绍了其优点，故F项“看你是否能持续这段对话30秒，或者更长的时间。”符合，与周围的人开启一段对话，看是否能持续对话30秒或者更长的时间，故选F项。
第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节 完形填空(共 15 小题;每小题 1 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、 B、C 和 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。
There are always some persons in your life who touch your soft heart with kindness.
As a little girl, my favorite thing was ___21___. And when I thought about ___22___ I wanted to be when I grew up, I figured I’d be a librarian, just because the two librarians changed my life.
At that time, the town library limited the number of books a person borrowed ___23___ two once a week. I ___24___ the books in just three days. So to read more, I was ___25___ about what books to choose. The librarian, Mrs. Tonne, was a warm person. Every time I went into the library, she greeted me, ___26___. When learning about my trouble, she often ___27___ some better books. Thanks to her help, I ___28___ a lot from these books.
Gradually, I developed an interest in writing, ___29___ poems. When I was in fourth grade, our school librarian, Mrs. Ketelsen, encouraged me to write more. When my poem was not accepted, she ____30____ me with comfortable words. Once she helped ____31____ some poems I’d written about dinosaurs to Highlights magazine. It was my first published writing!
Later, at the University of Iowa, ____32____ I majored in journalism, my dream was different. I realized that I was shy about interviewing people, which made me ____33____. When I recalled Mrs. Tonne and Mrs. Ketelsen, I made a decision without ____34____ to be devoted to writing. And now I am an editor at Reader’s Digest.
Whenever I think of the help from them, how ____35____ I am. It is their kindness that makes me what I am.
21. A. reading B. painting C. exploring D. creating
22. A. how B. why C. where D. what
23. A. of B. to C. from D. between
24. A. published B. edited C. presented D. finished
25. A. under the weather B. in the air C. at a loss D. on the rocks
26. A. shouting B. smiling C. crying D. dancing
27 A. exchanged B. recommend C. designed D. adapted
28. A. reflected B. devoted C. expected D. benefited
29. A. extremely B. fortunately C. especially D. slightly
30. A. inspired B. challenged C. contented D. tricked
31. A. admit B. send C. revise D. settle
32. A. although B. because C. when D. since
33. A. relaxed B. satisfied C. impressed D. upset
34. A. hesitation B. tension C. exception D. argument
35. A. concerned B. relieved C. grateful D. regretful
【答案】21. A 22. D 23. B 24. D 25. C 26. B 27. B 28. D 29. C 30. A 31. B 32. A 33. D 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇记叙文。作者讲述了两位图书管理员改变了作者的生活，成就了作者的未来，使作者成功地投身于写作事业。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：作为一个小女孩，我最喜欢的事情是读书。A. reading阅读；B. painting绘画；C. exploring探索；D. creating创造。根据后文“I figured I’d be a librarian”以及“I ___4___ the books in just three days. So to read more, I was ___5___ about what books to choose.”可知，作者最喜欢的事情是读书。故选A项。
【22题详解】
考查宾语从句引导词词义辨析。句意：当我想到我长大后想做什么时，我想我会成为一名图书管理员，因为这两位图书管理员改变了我的生活。A. how怎样；B. why为什么；C. where在哪里；D. what什么。根据后文“I wanted to be”以及“ I’d be a librarian”可知，此处应用连接代词what引导宾语从句，在从句中作to be的表语，符合句意。故选D项。
【23题详解】
考查介词词义辨析。句意：当时，镇里的图书馆规定每人每周只能借两本书。A. of属于……的；B. to到；C. from从；D. between在……之间。limit…to“将……限制在（或控制在）……范围内”是固定搭配。故选B项。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我只用了三天就把书读完了。A. published出版；B. edited编辑；C. presented颁发；D. finished完成。根据后文“So to read more, I was ___5___ about what books to choose.”可知，作者把书读完了。故选D项。
【25题详解】
考查介词固定短语词义辨析。句意：所以要想读更多的书，我不知道该选什么书。A. under the weather身体不适；B. in the air在空中；C. at a loss不知所措，不知如何是好；D. on the rocks濒临失败。根据后文“what books to choose”可知，作者不知道选什么书更好。故选C项。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：每次我走进图书馆，她都面带微笑向我打招呼。A. shouting叫喊；B. smiling微笑；C. crying哭泣；D. dancing跳舞。根据前文“a warm person”可知，她微笑着向作者打招呼。故选B项。
【27题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当她了解到我的困难时，她经常推荐一些更好的书。A. exchanged交换；B. recommend推荐；C. designed设计；D. adapted适应，改编。根据语境和前文“When learning about my trouble”可知，当她了解到作者选书的困难时，推荐给作者更好的书。故选B项。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：由于她的帮助，我从这些书中获益良多。A. reflected反应；B. devoted贡献；C. expected期望；D. benefited受益。根据前文“she often ___7___ some better books.”可知，作者从书中受益。故选D项。
【29题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：渐渐地，我对写作产生了兴趣，尤其是诗歌。A. extremely及其；B. fortunately幸运地；C. especially特别是；D. slightly轻微地。根据语境以及后文“my poem was not accepted”以及“some poems I’d written about dinosaurs”可知，作者，喜欢写作，尤其是诗歌。故选C项。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当我的诗没有被接受时，她用舒适的语言激励我。A. inspired激励；B. challenged挑战；C. contented满足；D. tricked欺骗。根据前文“When my poem was not accepted”和后文“with comfortable words”可知，她用舒适的语言激励失败的作者。故选A项。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：有一次，她帮我把我写的几首关于恐龙的诗寄给了《亮点》杂志。A. admit承认；B. send发送；C. revise修改；D. settle解决。根据后文“to Highlights magazine”以及“It was my first published writing!”可知，她帮作者寄出了诗作。故选B项。
【32题详解】
考查连词词义辨析。句意：后来，在爱荷华大学，虽然我的专业是新闻学，但我的梦想是不同的。A. although虽然；B. because因为；C. when当……时候；D. since自从，因为。根据后文“my dream was different”和“I majored in journalism”之间存在的转折关系可知，用although引导让步状语从句。故选A项。
【33题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我意识到我对采访别人很害羞，这让我很沮丧。A. relaxed放松的；B. satisfied满意的；C. impressed印象深刻的；D. upset沮丧的，不安的。根据前文“I majored in journalism”以及“I was shy about interviewing people”可知，作者的专业是新闻学，但不适合采访别人，这使作者很沮丧。故选D项。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我想起唐顿夫人和凯尔森夫人时，我毫不犹豫地决定投身写作。A. hesitation犹豫；B. tension紧张；C. exception例外；D. argument争论。根据语境和前文“When I recalled Mrs. Tonne and Mrs. Ketelsen”以及后文“And now I am an editor at Reader’s Digest.”可知，作者在两位前辈的鼓励下，毫不犹豫地投身写作。故选A项。
【35题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：每当我想到她们的帮助，我是多么的感激。A. concerned担心的；B. relieved宽慰的；C. grateful感激的；D. regretful遗憾的。根据前文“Whenever I think of the help from them”及后文“It is their kindness that makes me what I am.”可知，作者对她们的帮助，充满感激之情。故选C项。
第二节 语法填空(共 10 小题，每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
Everyone has a childhood. And childhood ____36____ (experience) are often very funny. Children often make us laugh. It’s ____37____ (real) true that children brighten up a home. They never turn off the lights.
I often recall my childhood, the years when many interesting things ____38____ (happen) . When I was a two-year-old child, both my parents were always very busy with their work. My mother worked ____39____ a sales manager in a company while my father was in ____40____ army. So I live with my grandma in a village. I was always waiting for my parents ____41____ (see) me at home. Once my father sent us a photo of his in a soldier's uniform, ____42____ was posted on the table reminding me of him.
Once my mother came to see me and we went ____43____ (shop) together. On the way we saw a group of soldiers. And when I saw them, I became very ____44____ (excite) . I said in a ringing voice pointing to ____45____ (they) , “This is my father, and this is my father, and that is my father, too!”
My mother said she would remember that moment all her life.
【答案】36. experiences
37. really 38. happened
39. as 40. the
41. to see 42. which
43. shopping
44. excited
45. them
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者的童年生活。小时候，作者的爸爸当兵，妈妈是公司的销售经理，父母总是很忙，作者只看到过照片上的爸爸，一次，作者和妈妈买东西时遇见了一群士兵，作者说这些都是他的爸爸。这次经历作者和妈妈都很难忘。
【36题详解】
考查名词。句意：并且童年经历经常是很有趣的。根据句意，空处应用experience表示“经历”，是可数名词，空处表示泛指，应用可数名词的复数形式。故填experiences。
【37题详解】
考查副词。句意：确实，孩子们会让家庭充满活力。分析句子结构，空处应用副词形式修饰形容词true。故填really。
【38题详解】
考查时态。句意：我经常回忆起那些发生过很多趣事的童年。根据句意，happen这一动作发生在我的童年时期，动作发生在过去，空处应用一般过去时。故填happened。
39题详解】
考查介词。句意：我妈妈在一家公司当销售经理，而我爸爸在军队当兵。根据句意，我的妈妈在公司当销售经理，空处应用介词as表示“作为”。故填as。
【40题详解】
考查冠词。句意：我妈妈在一家公司当销售经理，而我爸爸在军队当兵。分析句子结构并翻译语境可知，空处应用定冠词the表示特指，in the army表示“在军队中”。故填the。
【41题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：我总是在家等着父母来看我。分析句子结构，was waiting是谓语动词，空处应填非谓语动词形式， wait for sb. to do sth.表示“等待某人做某事”，故空处应用动词不定式作宾语补足语。故填to see。
【42题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：一次爸爸给我们寄了张他穿军装的照片，我就把它放在桌上来时刻想起他。分析句子结构，空处引导定语从句，修饰先行词a photo，在定语从句中作主语，前边有逗号隔开，为非限制性定语从句，只能用which。故填which。
【43题详解】
考查固定搭配。句意：有一次妈妈来看我，我们一起去购物。分析句子结构并根据语境可知，空处应填shopping，构成固定搭配go shopping表示“去购物”。故填shopping。
【44题详解】
考查形容词。句意：看到他们的时候，我变得非常兴奋。分析句子结构，空处应用形容词excited作表语，表示“兴奋的”。故填excited。
【45题详解】
考查代词。句意：我大声地指着他们说，这是我的爸爸，这是我的爸爸，这也是我的爸爸。分析语境可知，空处指代前面提及的a group of soldiers，应用人称代词的宾格形式作介词to的宾语。故填them。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40 分)
第一节 应用文写作(满分 15 分)
46. 假定你叫李华，你的英国笔友Peter想要你给他推荐一门你校开设的中国文化线上课程。请你给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1.推荐一门传统文化课程；
2.你的推荐理由；
3.你的祝愿。
注意：1.词数100左右
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
【答案】Dear Peter,
I’m glad that you show great interest in Chinese traditional culture. I’m writing to tell you the course of Tai Chi online in detail.
An application called DingTalk acts class temporarily, which is simple and convenient to use. You can download this application, enter the class group, and find the live telecaster to learn the class online.
Tai Chi is not only an ancient martial art, but has also been widely acknowledged as an effective health exercise. Famous for its graceful and well-balanced movements, Tai Chi provdes the mental relaxation and physical fitness that are so essential in our modern stressful lives.
I hope that you will learn more things about Chinese culture and make progress. Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【分析】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以李华的身份，给英国笔友Peter推荐一门你校开设的中国文化线上课程。
【详解】1.词汇积累
课程：class→lesson
因……而出名：be famous for→be known for
娱乐：relaxation→entertainment
健康：fitness→health
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：You can download this application, enter the class group, and find the live telecaster to learn the class online.
拓展句：Only if you download this application, can you enter the class group and find the live telecaster to learn the class online.
【点睛】[高分句型1] I’m glad that you show great interest in Chinese culture.（运用了that引导的宾语从句）
[高分句型2] An application called DingTalk acts class temporarily, which is simple and convenient to use.（运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句）
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。
That night, I quarreled with my mother, then stormed out of the house. While on the road, I remembered that I did not have any money in my pocket, I did not even take my cell phone with me to make a call home.
At the same time, I went through a noodle shop, and I suddenly felt very hungry. I wished for a bowl of noodles, but I had no money!
The seller saw me standing before the counter and asked, “Hey little girl, you want to eat a bowl ”
“But … but I do not carry money …” I shyly replied.
“Okay, I’ll treat you.” the seller said, “come in, I will cook you a bowl.”
A few minutes later the owner brought me a steaming bowl of noodles. After eating some pieces, I cried.
“What is it ” He asked.
“Nothing. I am just touched by your kindness!” I said as I wiped my tears. “Even a stranger on the street gives me a bowl of noodles, and my mother, after a quarrel, chased me out of the house. She is cruel (残忍的)!!”
The seller sighed, “Girl, why did you think so Think again. I only gave you a bowl of noodles and you felt that way. Your mother has been taking care of you since you were little, why were you not grateful and why did you hurt your mom ”
I was really surprised after hearing that.
Why did I not think of that A bowl of noodles from a stranger made me feel grateful, and my mother has raised me since I was little and I have never felt so, not even a little.
注意：1. 续写词数应为 150 左右；
2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Just at that moment, many memories came back into my mind.
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When arriving home, I saw my mother sitting at the dinner table, worried and tired.
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【答案】Just at that moment, many memories came back into my mind. When I was ill she was always the one taking care of me. When I had trouble with my study, she never lost faith in me and encouraged me to keep going. When I arrived home during the weekend, she always prepared my favourite food. All her kindness came back to me. I should be grateful for all she had done for me. I realized that I should return home immediately and say sorry to my mother.
When arriving home, I saw my mother sitting at the dinner table, worried and tired. She must have been looking for me everywhere. I was ready for her anger and shouts. However, before I could apologize, my mother saw me and gently said: “Oh, honey, thank God, you’re back! Come inside.You are probably very hungry I cooked your favorite noodles, come and eat while they are still hot…” No longer able to control myself, I cried in her arms. “I’m sorry, mom, please forgive me.” I whispered to her through tears, extremely ashamed of myself.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者因为和妈妈吵架跑了出去。之后她饿了，但是没带钱，幸运的是好心的店主给了她一碗面条，她因为感动而落泪。而店主知道后对她说，“你妈妈从小就照顾你，你为什么不感恩，为什么要伤害你妈妈？”店主的话让作者开始反思自己的故事。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“就在那一刻，许多回忆涌上我的脑海。”可知，第一段可描写作者的回忆，回忆妈妈是如何照顾作者，支持作者的。
②由第二段首句内容“到家时，我看见妈妈坐在餐桌旁，又担心又累。”可知，第二段可描写作者回到家之后妈妈的反应，妈妈没有责怪她，反而在关心作者，作者也因为愧疚向妈妈道歉，希望能得到妈妈的原谅。
2.续写线索：开始回忆——回忆妈妈如何照顾自己——意识到错了，应立刻回家——回家后妈妈的反应——向妈妈道歉，希望得到原谅
3.词汇激活（一个词汇要写出相近的表达）
行为类
①照顾：take care of/look after/tend
②到家：arrive home/get home
③大叫：shout/yell
情绪类
①感谢：be grateful/showing one’s appreciation/show one’s gratitude
②生气：anger/angry
【点睛】[高分句型1] I should be grateful for all she had done for me.(省略that引导的定语从句)
[高分句型2] I realized that I should return home immediately and say sorry to my mother. (运用了that引导的宾语从句)
[高分句型3] I whispered to her through tears, extremely ashamed of myself. (运用了形容词作状语)
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高 一 英语
考试时间：120分钟 分值:150分
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.ξ19.15. B.ξ9.18. C.ξ9.15.
答案C。
1. What is the weather probably like now
A Sunny. B. Cloudy C. Rainy
2. Who will hold a party
A. Lola. B. Sam. C. Michael.
3. What did the man like doing
A. Drawing pictures. B. Reading books. C. Playing with his phone.
4. What is the boy going to do next
A. Fly a kite. B. Do his homework. C. Eat some food.
5. What did the man do with the extra paper
A. He gave half of it to his friend. B. He threw half of it away. C. He sold the rest of it.
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。
6. Where does the conversation probably happen
A. At the airport. B. At school. C. At the cinema.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Family members B. Strangers. C. Friends.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Who doesn’t like French
A. Woody. B. Jane. C. Lucy,
9. What does Lucy think of physics
A. Interesting. B. Difficult. C. Easy
10. What can we learn about Jane
A. She finds physics quite difficult. B. Her second favorite subject is French.
C. She is not interested in science.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. What are the speakers talking about
A A camp B. A photo. C. An adventure.
12. In what aspect does the girl have in common with her father
A. Figure. B. Character. C. Appearance.
13. How does the girl feel when talking about her father
A. Excited. B. Angry C. Worried.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the man’s size
A. Size S. B. Size M. C. Size L.
15. What color coat does the man want
A. White. B. Brown. C. Black.
16. What does the woman say about the coat
A. It is on sale. B. It is made of silk. C. It is made in Japan
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What was the umbrella first used for
A. Keeping off the rainwater.
B. Showing the power of the officials.
C. Protecting people from the sunlight.
18. Who first used the umbrella in Europe
A. The English B. The Greeks. C. The French.
19. In what way have umbrellas changed so much
A. The weight. B. The style. C. The color.
20. What is the talk mainly about
A. The history of the umbrella. B. The popularity of the umbrella.
C. The importance of the umbrella.
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
Listed below are some nice family-friendly museums in Chicago, pick one that interests your kids most and take your little ones there to have fun.
Shedd Aquarium (水族馆)
It was open to the public on May 30th, 1930. Visitors with limited movement can use easy slopes (斜坡) to reach the exhibits, which are also explained to children through an app.Families can spend the night in the aquarium during the special event called Asleep with the Fishes.
Elmhurst History Museum
It’s a museum about history that has won awards and was created in 1957. It shows different exhibits about many history-related subjects, has a fun interactive exhibit about its own history, and offers various public programs, tours of exhibits, and special events for the community. The museum is a fantastic place for families to visit for a day or two, and it even has places for picnics and holiday train journeys.
Chicago Children’s Museum
Founded in 1982, the museum displays impressive exhibits for children, featuring dinosaur bones, a play area only for babies and a famous and fun climbing area for children.Moreover, the museum offers various exhibitions and daily art classes for children, which are free of charge. Visiting the museum on the weekend is a good choice for economical family amusement.
Field Museum of Natural History
With millions of things in its store, it was established in 1893. Disco ver more than 4billion years of life on Earth through interesting displays and interactive events, and discover protection campaigns worldwide. It is now considered as famous as the Smithsonian Institution, established in 1846 in Washington, and the American Museum of Natural History, which originated in 1869 in New York.
1. What is special about the Shedd Aquarium for family visitors
A. They can go on a picnic there.
B. They can sleep overnight there.
C. They can surf the Internet.
D. They can learn the history of Chicago.
2. What can kids do at the Chicago Children’s Museum
A. Have discounts on holidays. B. Watch dolphins’ exhibitions.
C. Take a fun climb. D. Take free art classes on an app.
3. Which of the following has the longest history
A. Shedd Aquarium. B. ElmhurstHistoryMuseum.
C. Chicago Children’s Museum. D. Field Museum of Natural History.
B
Everyone tries their best in life, and sometimes a few kind words of encouragement can help people realize that their efforts are not in vain (徒劳).Ⅰ remember a time when I was in fifth grade, and I was a very shy girl.
There was a drawing competition at my school that day. As everyone started to use their creative ideas to draw, I was only trying to think of something creative that could express my thoughts and emotions. Lost in my own world, I was brought back to reality when my art teacher called my name from behind. She came to me and encouraged me, saying, “Don’t overthink it, just put whatever comes to your mind on the canvas (画布). Do your best, and you will do well.”
Taking her words of wisdom to heart, I started my painting. Time flew by, and soon the bell rang, signaling the end of the time limit. We all turned in our canvases for inspection (检查). The next day, the winners of the competition were announced in front of the whole school. To my surprise, I heard my name being called second prize. It was a bolt from the blue for me, as I had never dared to dream of winning any prize.
Later on, I expressed my gratitude to my art teacher for her words of encouragement and for believing in me. That day, I became aware of my talent and started painting more whenever I had free time. Sometimes, I think that if it weren’t for her words of encouragement, I may have never discovered the talent I have.
Overall, this experience taught me the importance of encouraging others and how a few kind words can make a significant impact on someone’s life.
4. What was the author doing when called by the art teacher
A. Organizing a drawing competition. B. Trying to get some creative ideas.
C. Painting her work on her canvas. D. Trying to get help from others.
5. What did the author think of the competition
A. Easy. B. Interesting. C. Challenging. D. Encouraging.
6. What do the underlined words “bolt from the blue” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Addiction. B. Puzzlement. C. Disappointment. D. Surprise.
7. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. The Power of Encouragement
B. The Importance of Art Competitions
C. Overcoming Shyness Through Painting
D. Discovering Your Great Natural Ability
C
To us it seems so natural to put up an umbrella to keep the water off when it rains, but at first the umbrella was not invented as protection against the rain. Its first use was as a shade against the sun! Nobody knows who first invented it, but the umbrella was used in very ancient times. Probably the first to use it were the Chinese in the eleventh century B.C.
We know that the umbrella was used in ancient Egypt and Babylon as a sunshade. And there was a strange thing connected with its use: it became a symbol of honor. In the Far East in ancient times, the umbrella was allowed to be used only by those in high office.
In Europe, the Greeks were the first to use the umbrella as a sunshade. And the umbrella was commonly used in ancient Greece. But it is believed that the first persons in Europe to use the umbrella as protection against the rain were the ancient Romans.
During the Middle Ages, the use of the umbrella practically disappeared. Then it appeared again in Italy in the late sixteenth century. And again it was considered as a symbol of power. By 1680, the umbrella appeared in France and later in England.
By the eighteenth century, the umbrella was used against rain throughout most of Europe. Umbrellas have not changed much in style during all this time, though they have become much lighter in weight. It wasn’t until the twentieth century that women’s umbrellas began to be made, in a whole variety of colors.
8. According to the passage, where was the umbrella probably first invented
A. In ancient China. B. In ancient Egypt.
C. In ancient Greece. D. In ancient Rome.
9. What can we infer about the umbrella from the passage
A. Scientists already knew exactly who invented the umbrella.
B. The umbrella was first invented to be used as protection against the sun.
C. The umbrella changed much in style in the eighteenth century.
D. In Europe, the French were the first to use the umbrella as a sunshade.
10. What was a special feature of the umbrella’s use during the Middle Ages
A. As a protection against rain. B. As a shade against the sun.
C. As a symbol of honor and power. D. As women’s decoration
11. What does the passage mainly talk about
A. When and how the umbrella was invented.
B. Why the umbrella was so popular in Europe.
C. The meaning of the umbrella.
D. The history and use of the umbrella.
D
The kitchen is not just where we prepare meals. In many places, the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where we connect with our family and friends. We have open talks about our pleasures and problems we met during the day while we make dinner or have a bite to eat. So, it can be a very busy room in the house.
Sometimes you need order in the kitchen for things to run smoothly. And sometimes you need one person to be in charge. Imagine you are cooking dinner for your friends. As you are making the soup, your friend Sara tastes it and says, “This needs more salt.” So, she adds more salt. Harlan comes to taste your soup and throws some fresh black pepper into the pot and some dried herbs. Cecilia tastes the soup and pours in some vinegar. What will the soup be like
You are happy to spend time with your friends. But, quite frankly, all their opinions about your soup are becoming annoying. Worst of all, you taste the soup and it’s awful! And that is where we get the expression “too many cooks spoil the soup”.
This expression describes an age-old problem: If too many people help to complete a task, it may not go very well. But, you may think, “If many people are trying to get something done, the task will get done faster.” After all, American English also has the expression “many hands make light work”.
To answer that point, I will draw your attention to the word “cook”. Now, the cook is the leader in the kitchen. They may have assistants to help them. But the cook has the final say. So, what if a kitchen has many cooks Who is the leader Everyone! And that’s where the trouble comes.
12 What does the author think of the kitchen according to the first paragraph
A. It is crowded in many houses. B. It is where we feed our body and soul.
C. It helps to brighten up people’s day. D. It serves as the most useful place in a home.
13 Why does the author take “your friends” as an example
A. To describe a common phenomenon (现象).
B. To vividly introduce a saying.
C. To explain a way to be a good cook.
D. To stress the importance of teamwork.
14. Which situation agrees with “too many cooks spoil the soup”
A. A group of students get a task done together.
B. Some volunteers discuss how to help others.
C. Five designers want their own idea to be accepted.
D. Many retired workers learn how to be a cook.
15 Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. What Happens with Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen
B. Should a Cook Be Open to Suggestions
C. What Could a Cook Do to Everyone’s Satisfaction
D. Why Will Too Many Cooks Work in the Kitchen
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Stepping out of your comfort zone (区域) helps you to improve yourself and become a happy and fun person. You’ll experience greater enjoyment as you try out new experiences. ___16___.
Unplug (拔掉插头)
Take a break from today's interconnected world. ___17___. You may feel a little uncomfortable at first, but you will know that is just part of the process to let you know better about yourself.
Go to another country
You will experience new cultures, different customs, unique landscapes and another language from travel. ___18___. Additionally, the excitement of exploring different scenery and experiencing different cultures are lifelong treasure.
___19___
Try diving, skydiving or a roller coaster ride. If those are too frightening, try giving a speech or taking a dance class. Once you overcome your inner fear, you will have a sense of satisfaction that comes from overcoming it.
Talk with someone new
This doesn’t have to be a complete stranger. Start a conversation with someone new at work, the barista (咖啡师) in your local coffee shop, a neighbour or someone in the queue. ___20___. By focusing on other people rather than your own internal thoughts, you can improve your own mental health.
A. Do something that is fearful for you
B. Become uncomfortable with the Internet
C. You can end your conversation with your friends anytime
D. Leave your phone at home, turn off the TV and the Internet
E. Here are some ways that can probably lead you to a new life
F. See if you can continue the conversation for 30 seconds or longer
G. Besides, using cash from different countries is also good for your brain
第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节 完形填空(共 15 小题;每小题 1 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、 B、C 和 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。
There are always some persons in your life who touch your soft heart with kindness.
As a little girl, my favorite thing was ___21___. And when I thought about ___22___ I wanted to be when I grew up, I figured I’d be a librarian, just because the two librarians changed my life.
At that time, the town library limited the number of books a person borrowed ___23___ two once a week. I ___24___ the books in just three days. So to read more, I was ___25___ about what books to choose. The librarian, Mrs. Tonne, was a warm person. Every time I went into the library, she greeted me, ___26___. When learning about my trouble, she often ___27___ some better books. Thanks to her help, I ___28___ a lot from these books.
Gradually, I developed an interest in writing, ___29___ poems. When I was in fourth grade, our school librarian, Mrs. Ketelsen, encouraged me to write more. When my poem was not accepted, she ____30____ me with comfortable words. Once she helped ____31____ some poems I’d written about dinosaurs to Highlights magazine. It was my first published writing!
Later, at the University of Iowa, ____32____ I majored in journalism, my dream was different. I realized that I was shy about interviewing people, which made me ____33____. When I recalled Mrs. Tonne and Mrs. Ketelsen, I made a decision without ____34____ to be devoted to writing. And now I am an editor at Reader’s Digest.
Whenever I think of the help from them, how ____35____ I am. It is their kindness that makes me what I am.
21. A. reading B. painting C. exploring D. creating
22. A. how B. why C. where D. what
23. A. of B. to C. from D. between
24. A. published B. edited C. presented D. finished
25. A. under the weather B. in the air C. at a loss D. on the rocks
26. A. shouting B. smiling C. crying D. dancing
27. A. exchanged B. recommend C. designed D. adapted
28. A. reflected B. devoted C. expected D. benefited
29. A. extremely B. fortunately C. especially D. slightly
30. A. inspired B. challenged C. contented D. tricked
31. A. admit B. send C. revise D. settle
32. A. although B. because C. when D. since
33. A. relaxed B. satisfied C. impressed D. upset
34. A. hesitation B. tension C. exception D. argument
35. A. concerned B. relieved C. grateful D. regretful
第二节 语法填空(共 10 小题，每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
Everyone has a childhood. And childhood ____36____ (experience) are often very funny. Children often make us laugh. It’s ____37____ (real) true that children brighten up a home. They never turn off the lights.
I often recall my childhood, the years when many interesting things ____38____ (happen) . When I was a two-year-old child, both my parents were always very busy with their work. My mother worked ____39____ a sales manager in a company while my father was in ____40____ army. So I live with my grandma in a village. I was always waiting for my parents ____41____ (see) me at home. Once my father sent us a photo of his in a soldier's uniform, ____42____ was posted on the table reminding me of him.
Once my mother came to see me and we went ____43____ (shop) together. On the way we saw a group of soldiers. And when I saw them, I became very ____44____ (excite) . I said in a ringing voice pointing to ____45____ (they) , “This is my father, and this is my father, and that is my father, too!”
My mother said she would remember that moment all her life.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40 分)
第一节 应用文写作(满分 15 分)
46. 假定你叫李华，你的英国笔友Peter想要你给他推荐一门你校开设的中国文化线上课程。请你给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1.推荐一门传统文化课程；
2.你的推荐理由；
3.你的祝愿。
注意：1.词数100左右
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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。
That night, I quarreled with my mother, then stormed out of the house. While on the road, I remembered that I did not have any money in my pocket, I did not even take my cell phone with me to make a call home.
At the same time, I went through a noodle shop, and I suddenly felt very hungry. I wished for a bowl of noodles, but I had no money!
The seller saw me standing before the counter and asked, “Hey little girl, you want to eat a bowl ”
“But … but I do not carry money …” I shyly replied.
“Okay, I’ll treat you.” the seller said, “come in, I will cook you a bowl.”
A few minutes later the owner brought me a steaming bowl of noodles. After eating some pieces, I cried.
“What is it ” He asked.
“Nothing. I am just touched by your kindness!” I said as I wiped my tears. “Even a stranger on the street gives me a bowl of noodles, and my mother, after a quarrel, chased me out of the house. She is cruel (残忍的)!!”
The seller sighed, “Girl, why did you think so Think again. I only gave you a bowl of noodles and you felt that way. Your mother has been taking care of you since you were little, why were you not grateful and why did you hurt your mom ”
I was really surprised after hearing that.
Why did I not think of that A bowl of noodles from a stranger made me feel grateful, and my mother has raised me since I was little and I have never felt so, not even a little.
注意：1. 续写词数应为 150 左右；
2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Just at that moment, many memories came back into my mind.
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When arriving home, I saw my mother sitting at the dinner table, worried and tired.
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