湖北省重点高中智学联盟2023年秋季高二年级12月联考
英语试题
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。
1. What was unusual about Rut h last night
A. She went to bed straight.
B. She watched some TV.
C. She ate little for supper.
2. What did James forget to do
A. Call his friends. B. Buy some meat. C. Have a barbecue.
3. What is the woman looking for
A. A coffee shop. B. The university shuttle bus.
C. The main gate of the university.
4. How does the man sound in the end
A. Confused. B. Sympathetic. C. Regretful.
5. Why is Mandy upset
A Because her proposal was turned down.
B. Because she felt sick during the meeting.
C. Because people couldn’t reach an agreement.
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Making an invitation. B. Making a complaint.
C. Making a reservation.
7. What does the man suggest doing
A. Having a beach party.
B. Asking the hotel staff for advice.
C. Looking for a hotel near the beach.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What does the man offer to do
A. Cook dinner. B. Buy groceries. C. Order takeout.
9. How did the man know about the recipe for a pasta dish
A. From the woman. B. From the Internet. C. From a restaurant.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. How long do the essays have to be this year
A. 3,000 words. B. 3,500 words. C. 4,000 words.
11. When will the first essay be due
A. By September 30. B. By October 30. C. By November 30.
12. Where will the man be at 1:30
A. At the cafeteria. B. In front of the notice board.
C. In his teacher’s office.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. How does the man feel at the beginning
A. Surprised. B. Worried. C. Confident.
14. Why has the woman given up the job
A. The working hours are long.
B. She couldn’t get along with the staff.
C. She wants to focus more on her studies.
15. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Workmates. B. Professor and student.
C. Classmates.
16. What will the woman do on Monday
A. Turn in her essay.
B. Go to Dr. Garrett’s office.
C. Meet with the head of the department.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Who is considered the 20th century’s most important person on fashion
A. Coco Chanel. B. Christian Dior. C. Mary Quant.
18. When did sports clothes become popular
A. In the 1900s. B. In the 1920s. C. In the 1960s.
19. Which was the part of the “New Look”
A. Longer skirts. B. Material with flowers.
C. Knee-high boots.
20. What is today’s exhibition about
A. Old clothes. B. Fashion for the future.
C. Pictures of present fashions.
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
A river cruise is a travel experience like no other. From a cruise along the gentle waters of the Danube to a journey through picturesque French countryside it is such a peaceful and scenic experience. Here’s what to expect as a first timer.
1. Scenic routes
Cruising is a cost-effective way of having a big adventure as you’ll visit several places during your trip. In fact, you can expect to visit a new destination every day on your river cruise. River cruises offer stunning views of the countryside, as they navigate through rivers and canals. You’ll often pass by picturesque towns and villages and enjoy beautiful full-view of riverside landscapes and charming towns.
2. Culture up close
A river cruise allows you to be immersed in your surroundings as you make your way along your route. Plus, you can enjoy guided excursions (短途旅行) to historical sites and local experiences at each destination.
3. Smooth sailing
Rivers are generally calmer than open seas, so you’re less likely to experience seasickness on a river cruise. It’s a smooth ride throughout, even as you pass through the river locks that feature on many European waterways. Travel with like-minded guests.
4. Onboard luxuries
While river cruise ships are smaller, they still offer facilities, such as lounges, fitness centers, and sometimes even pools or hot tubs. Onboard dining options vary, but you can expect a mix of region al and international cuisine. Dining is often open seating. There may be no formal nights, and casual clothes are usually acceptable.
1. What is the passage about
A. Daily life onboard. B. Ship design features.
C. River cruise destinations. D. Cruise expectations for first-times.
2. What is mentioned as a benefit of river cruises compared to ocean cruises
A. Longer stays. B. Comfortable rides.
C. More guests. D. Challenging journey.
3. Passengers can enjoy during the river cruise except ______.
A. flexible dining seats B. various fitness facilities
C. only regional meals D. guided shore excursions
B
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My husband Tom came with a huge grin on his face. He held his arms wide and announced his retirement after working for the Postal Service for thirty-three years. But as time went by, I could tell that Tom had nothing to do at home. He began to pace like a lion, glancing out the windows.
“I think I’ll look for a part-time job,” Tom informed me one day. I felt instant relief. The lion would cease circling, and I could be in peace. We kept our eyes open for job opportunities. A few days later, when our car crept behind a school bus, I remarked “You could drive that bus.” He had driven us over the mountain s through rainstorms on winding roads. Behind the wheel, he seemed fearless. “Of course, I could drive that bus,” he answered back. “But could I drive it with forty-five children bouncing and yelling in the back ” We both laughed at the thought.
That bus became the bumblebee (大黄蜂) that buzzed around me. I pictured Tom happily going off to work again, climbing behind the wheel and setting off on his daily route. My enthusiasm must have attracted Tom because I overheard him on the phone with the transportation department. He was hired.
The very next morning, he was given a bus and a route sheet. Driving the bus turned out rewarding, and Tom is blooming in his new role. I think he likes being the “big guy” on the road.
He is now “Mr. Tom” to his riders and their parents. I hear he is quite amazing. When the pre-K children climb aboard, he fastens the safety belt for them. He greets the children with high-fives. Then he leads them in a quick and fun activity, where they get to shout after hours spent in their quiet classroom. “Goodbye, teachers!” yells Mr. Tom. The little ones repeat it. “Goodbye, school!” Again, they repeat, joyfully. Mr. Tom then yells out the last two lines, and the children laugh and repeat at the top of their lungs.
He has been driving the bus for seven years and has gotten lots of thank-notes from grateful parents. Sometimes, while a school bus passes me, it always warms my heart when the driver is the one I’m hoping to see and I catch the kiss he blows me.
4. Why did Tom decide to look for a part-time job after retirement
A. He was bored at home. B. He missed interacting with people.
C. He needed extra money. D. His wife wanted peace in the house.
5. What was Tom’s initial reaction when his wife suggested he drive a school bus
A. He thought it was a silly idea.
B. He was excited to accept the job.
C. He didn’t think he was qualified for the job.
D. He was unsure if he could handle the disorderly children.
6. What does the author appreciate most about Tom’s new job
A. It keeps him occupied. B. He can interact with children.
C. He overcomes his fear. D. He has found fulfillment in his work.
7. What qualities does Tom demonstrate as a bus driver
A. Patience, kindness and responsibility. B. Carefulness, discipline and authority.
C. Enthusiasm, leadership and courage. D. Sensitivity, flexibility and humor.
C
Norwegian author, playwright and poet Jon Fosse has been named the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature. The Swedish Academy said on Thursday it was for his “innovative plays and prose which gives voice to the unsayable”.
This made him the first Nynorsk writer to receive the prize and the fourth Norwegian to win it, following Sigrid Undset, who won it in 1928. Previous winners of the prize — given for a body of works, rather than a single book-have included Toni Morrison, Doris Lessing, Gabriel Garcia Marquez and Bob Dylan.
Born in 1959, Fosse grew up in western Norway, on a small farm in Strandebarm. He started writing poems and stories at age 12, and found writing to be a form of escape. Fosse enrolled at the University of Bergen and studied comparative literature during which time he began writing in Nynorsk, a minority language.
In 1983, Fosse published his first novel Red, Black, kicking off a remarkably prolific (高产的) career. He has published 40 plays, as well as novels, poetry, essays, children’s books and works of translation. Although he started as a poet and novelist, Fosse rose to fame as a playwright. He gained international recognition in the late 1990s with a Paris production of his first play Someone Is Going to Come, which was said to be written in four or five days without revision.
Fosse has long been tipped to receive the Nobel. In 2013, British bookmakers even temporarily suspended betting on the award after numerous bets on his winning, although the prize did not come his way for another decade. When it finally did, the call from the Nobel Prize’s organizers came while Fosse was traveling to Frekhaug, a village on Norway’s west coast. He admitted he was overwhelmed and somewhat frightened.
Nobel committee chairman Anders Olsson said, “What is special with him is the closeness in his writing. It touches on the deepest feelings that you have — anxieties, insecurities, questions of life and death — such things that every human being actually encounters from the very beginning. It doesn’t matter if it is drama, poetry or prose — it has the same kind of appeal to this basic humanness.”
8. What can we learn from the article
A. Fosse won the Nobel Prize for his abundant works.
B. Nynorsk is a widely used Norwegian language for literature.
C. With his career taking off for the first novel, Fosse became globally recognized.
D. It’s believed that Fosse had his first play polished in a couple of days.
9. What can be inferred from the incident in 2013
A. It proved that British bookmakers were against Fosse.
B. It demonstrated that Fosse was a failure for a long time.
C. It indicated that Fosse was in favor with the general public.
D. It revealed that Fosse didn’t receive the Nobel Prize until 2023.
10. What makes Fosse’s writing unique
A. Productivity in works.
B. Diverse types in writing.
C. The language style different from others.
D. Deep emotional connections with humans.
11. Where is this article probably taken from
A. A novel. B. A newspaper. C. A brochure. D. A guidebook.
D
Recent research has found that Martian soil contains all the essential nutrients necessary for growing rice, planetary scientist Abhilash Ramachandran reported at the Lunar and Planetary Science Conference, providing new possibilities for agriculture on the Red Planet.
The study, conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, tested simulated (模拟的) Martian soil to determine its suitability for growing rice. The researchers found that the soil contained all the essential nutrients needed for the crop to grow, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. They also found that the pH level of the soil was within the preferable range for growing rice and that the soil was able to support the growth of healthy rice plants.
However, it would be a bit challenging for the plants to survive in the soil that has perchlorate, a chemical that has been detected on Mars’ surface which can be toxic to plants.
The team of researchers conducted an experiment to grow rice in soil containing perchlorate. They employed a wild rice variety and two genetically modified strains, which were designed to tolerate environmental stressors such as drought, and tested them in Mars-simulated soil with and without perchlorate. The study revealed that a concentration of 3 grams of perchlorate per kilogram of soil resulted in no growth of rice plants. However, when the concentration was reduced to 1 gram per kilogram, one of the genetically modified lines successfully grew both a shoot and a root, while the wild variety was only able to grow a root.
The discovery could be a game-change for future missions to Mars as it could enable astronauts to grow their own food on the planet, reducing the need for costly and complex resupply missions. In addition, studying the growth of plants on Mars could provide valuable insights into the potential for life on other planets and help scientists to better understand the conditions necessary for life to exist.
12. What does the underlined word “toxic” mean in Paragraph 3
A. Essential. B. Salty. C. Nutritious. D. Poisonous.
13. Which would NOT help rice plants grow under Martian soil conditions
A. Maintaining the ideal soil pH. B. Selecting a drought-resistant variety.
C. Increasing soil perchlorate levels. D. Lowering perchlorate concentration.
14. Why is the discovery that Martian soil contains rice nutrients significant
A. Because it reduces future mission costs. B. Because it reveals the origins of the universe.
C. Because it focuses on mining on other planets. D. Because it contradicts the idea that Mars has no life.
15. Which of the following can be the best title
A Let’s Go to Mars for Fun! B. Martian Soil could Grow Rice!
C. Are You Interested in Planting Rice D. What are Martian Essential Nutrients
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Have you ever wondered about the significance of emotions in our life ____16____In order to grow and be better than before, you must learn to be emotionally intelligent. Let’s explore some powerful strategies to help you become emotionally mature!
Try using “I” statements.
Whenever your feelings are disrupted or you get hurt, it is good to tell others how you really feel. ____17____ You need to tell others how you feel about the situation but do so in a non-aggressive way. The best way to do this is by using “I” statements instead of “You” statements. Here is an example: “I feel miserable and heartbroken”. You should use this statement instead of, “You make me feel miserable and heartbroken”.
____18____
In some situations, your loved ones could be hurting you through their words or their actions, and you could also be wrong. You must not let negative thoughts question your judgment. What happens in more than 70% of situations is that we let negative thoughts take hold of us, which is completely wrong. Whenever the other person is behaving in an upsetting manner, ask yourself if you have done anything to make them feel like that.
Take responsibility for your actions.
Just like your words, you need to take full responsibility for your actions. If you don’t own whatever you say or do, how can you become emotionally strong Many people make silly excuses and don’t take responsibility for their actions, and that is where they hurt others and themselves. If you have made a mistake and hurt others in the process, apologize immediately. ____19____
Avoid negative people.
____20____ If you are surrounded by happy and motivated people, you will always be happy. If you are surrounded by negative people that only bring others down then you will always feel miserable. In order to be emotionally intelligent, you must have a good and supporting company by your side.
A. Always question your thoughts.
B Pay attention to emotional value.
C. It won’t bring your self-respect down.
D. You are known by the company you keep.
E. Emotions play a critical part in our lives.
F. Taking care of yourself should be prioritized over anything else.
G. Masking your feelings or trying to be emotionless will only harm you.
第三部分 语言知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
As I grew up, my grandma, would say things such as: “that is not a ladylike way to sit”, or “that is not a word that ladies use”. My grandma is one of the most ____21____ women that I know. I ____22____ to be half the person she is.
I have always considered myself a “lady”. I dress ____23____. I pay close attention to my manners. I smile at strangers, offer my seat to the elderly, and hold the door ____24____ for the person behind me. However, I recently met a woman in passing that made me ____25____ what I have been taught for the last 21 years. The conversation we had was about “girls these days” and how they differ from the way girls were in the past. She said that there was a big ____26____ between a “lady” and a “woman”. I looked at her curiously.
“A real lady does not give her opinions or feelings, while those who do are women. And women these days constantly make the ____27____ of offering their opinions, and feelings, and talking out of turn.” I smiled at her politely, wished her a pleasant evening, and we ____28____ ways.
____29____ most conversations one would have with a stranger, this one stuck with me. It turns out that I am not a “lady”. But I have _____30_____ that truth with my whole heart. I take great pride in my opinions, my brain, and the bravery in which I can _____31_____ myself and the things that I believe in. I am this way, because I am a young _____32_____ of my grandma. And I know that she would swear that she is “ladylike”. But, in reality, she is a strong, independent and smart woman.
With this, I would like to _____33_____ young women that it is _____34_____ to voice your opinions, embrace your beliefs, and be independent. Throughout your life, if someone comes along and _____35_____ your voice, makes your opinions feel wrong, or take no notice of your feelings: smile, nod politely, and keep doing what you were doing anyway.
21. A. outgoing B. genuine C. humorous D. creative
22. A. achieve B. aid C. afford D. attempt
23. A. fashionably B. casually C. appropriately D. luxuriously
24. A. closed B. tight C. wide D. open
25. A. confirm B. question C. clarify D. position
26. A. issue B. distance C. conflict D. difference
27. A. mistake B. assumption C. decision D. adjustment
28. A. divided B. exchanged C. parted D. classified
29. A. Identical to B. Opposite to C. Senior to D. Junior to
30. A. embraced B. declined C. expanded D. denied
31. A. watch out for B. make way for C. reach out for D. stand up for
32. A. model B. version C. script D. assistant
33. A. accuse B. convince C. inform D. suspect
34. A. proper B. passive C. conventional D. contradictory
35. A. slows B. smoothes C. quiets D. upsets
第二节 (共10小题； 每小题1.5分，满分 15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The series “Escape from the British Museum”, ____36____ (comprise) of three episodes, has attracted over 310 million views since its release in late August on Douyin. It gives ____37____ account of a jade teapot transforming into a woman and escaping the British Museum with the assistance of a Chinese journalist. To our relief, ____38____ has sparked an appeal for the return of Chinese cultural relics is the widespread popularity of the series.
Recently, a formal notice ____39____ (submit) to the Chinese Film Administration to make a full-length animated version of “Escape from the British Museum”. Unlike the original series ____40____ (concentrate) on a single artifact, the movie will feature multiple Chinese relics that long for ____41____ (they) homeland and choose to return to China. The distinguished writer Wang Xuewen will be entrusted with crafting the screenplay, though it is not revealed whether the series originators will also be involved in the ____42____ (adapt).
Chinese state media have also ____43____ (enthusiastic) advocated the Douyin series. “We are thrilled to see Chinese young people are passionate ____44____ history and tradition,” remarked state broadcaster CCTV. “We also eagerly await the early return of Chinese artifacts _____45_____ have been displaced overseas.”
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你校英语报正在举办主题征稿活动，请你结合屠呦呦、袁隆平以及John Snow身上共同的优秀品质，写一篇英语短文。要点如下：
1.简述其共同的优秀品质；
2.介绍其品质对自己的影响。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面的材料，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。
One of the improv (即兴表演) classes I attended regularly was taught by Jim Cranna every Saturday afternoon. Sometimes, as many as twenty-five to sixty-plus folks showed up. Jim made sure to fit everyone in so they could improve their skills. The class lasted for three hours. The usual cast (演员阵容) of comic actors played improv comedy games. And we would go to the nearest mini market located in the building and get a snack or coffee during breaks.
One day, three of us were standing outside the building, when Robin Williams—an internationally famous actor and comic walked by, enjoying the fresh bay pletely frozen, my fellow comics couldn’t summon up the courage to just say “hi” to Robin, who was with a friend. I froze for a moment, but then I calmed myself down.
I told them, “Hey, if you guys can’t handle it, then I will ask him to come and join us for the second half of class.” I could hear them mumble under their breath, “Yeah, sure, right. You’re going to ask Robin Williams to come to our comedy class. Good luck with that one!”
So I went up to Robin and his friend and asked him to join us. “We’re having an improv comedy class. We’re on break now, but we would be most honored if you would join us for the second half of the class.” Robin looked directly in my eyes and said with little hesitation, “Okay.” It was like a grown-up child being asked to come and play. With that, he and his friend followed me up to the class.
When he saw Robin, Jim said, “Oh my goodness, see who Micheline is bringing to class.” Jim’s eyes were all in astonishment and delight. “Why, it’s Robin Williams!” Robin and his friend stayed the rest of the class and at the end of the class, Robin and Jim performed a skit (滑稽短剧). We actually watched him shape-shift as he prepared physically and mentally for his made-up character. He gave it his all. It was truly magical.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
All the people who showed up in the class that Saturday afternoon were activated by the magical performance.
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What a delight for all of us that Saturday afternoon!
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英语试题
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。
1. What was unusual about Rut h last night
A. She went to bed straight.
B. She watched some TV.
C. She ate little for supper.
2. What did James forget to do
A Call his friends. B. Buy some meat. C. Have a barbecue.
3. What is the woman looking for
A. A coffee shop. B. The university shuttle bus.
C. The main gate of the university.
4. How does the man sound in the end
A. Confused. B. Sympathetic. C. Regretful.
5. Why is Mandy upset
A. Because her proposal was turned down.
B. Because she felt sick during the meeting.
C. Because people couldn’t reach an agreement.
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A Making an invitation. B. Making a complaint.
C. Making a reservation.
7. What does the man suggest doing
A. Having a beach party.
B. Asking the hotel staff for advice.
C. Looking for a hotel near the beach.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What does the man offer to do
A. Cook dinner. B. Buy groceries. C. Order takeout.
9. How did the man know about the recipe for a pasta dish
A. From the woman. B. From the Internet. C. From a restaurant.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. How long do the essays have to be this year
A. 3,000 words. B. 3,500 words. C. 4,000 words.
11. When will the first essay be due
A. By September 30. B. By October 30. C. By November 30.
12. Where will the man be at 1:30
A. At the cafeteria. B. In front of the notice board.
C. In his teacher’s office.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. How does the man feel at the beginning
A. Surprised. B. Worried. C. Confident.
14. Why has the woman given up the job
A. The working hours are long.
B. She couldn’t get along with the staff.
C. She wants to focus more on her studies.
15. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Workmates. B. Professor and student.
C. Classmates.
16. What will the woman do on Monday
A. Turn in her essay.
B. Go to Dr. Garrett’s office.
C. Meet with the head of the department.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Who is considered the 20th century’s most important person on fashion
A. Coco Chanel. B. Christian Dior. C. Mary Quant.
18. When did sports clothes become popular
A. In the 1900s. B. In the 1920s. C. In the 1960s.
19. Which was the part of the “New Look”
A. Longer skirts. B. Material with flowers.
C. Knee-high boots.
20. What is today’s exhibition about
A. Old clothes. B. Fashion for the future.
C. Pictures of present fashions.
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
A river cruise is a travel experience like no other. From a cruise along the gentle waters of the Danube to a journey through picturesque French countryside, it is such a peaceful and scenic experience. Here’s what to expect as a first timer.
1. Scenic routes
Cruising is a cost-effective way of having a big adventure as you’ll visit several places during your trip. In fact, you can expect to visit a new destination every day on your river cruise. River cruises offer stunning views of the countryside, as they navigate through rivers and canals. You’ll often pass by picturesque towns and villages and enjoy beautiful full-view of riverside landscapes and charming towns.
2. Culture up close
A river cruise allows you to be immersed in your surroundings as you make your way along your route. Plus, you can enjoy guided excursions (短途旅行) to historical sites and local experiences at each destination.
3. Smooth sailing
Rivers are generally calmer than open seas, so you’re less likely to experience seasickness on a river cruise. It’s a smooth ride throughout, even as you pass through the river locks that feature on many European waterways. Travel with like-minded guests.
4. Onboard luxuries
While river cruise ships are smaller, they still offer facilities, such as lounges, fitness centers, and sometimes even pools or hot tubs. Onboard dining options vary, but you can expect a mix of region al and international cuisine. Dining is often open seating. There may be no formal nights, and casual clothes are usually acceptable.
1. What is the passage about
A. Daily life onboard. B. Ship design features.
C. River cruise destinations. D. Cruise expectations for first-times.
2. What is mentioned as a benefit of river cruises compared to ocean cruises
A. Longer stays. B. Comfortable rides.
C. More guests. D. Challenging journey.
3. Passengers can enjoy during the river cruise except ______.
A. flexible dining seats B. various fitness facilities
C. only regional meals D. guided shore excursions
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文介绍了河上巡游对于初游者而言可以获得的别样体验。
【1题详解】
主旨大意题。由第一段中“A river cruise is a travel experience like no other. (河上巡游是一种独一无二的旅行体验)”和“Here’s what to expect as a first timer. (以下是作为初学者可以期望的东西)”及下文具体介绍的四种体验可知，本文介绍的是河上巡游对于初游者而言可以期待获得的别样体验。故选D项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。由第四段中“Rivers are generally calmer than open seas, so you’re less likely to experience seasickness on a river cruise. (河流通常比公海平静，所以你在河上巡游时不太可能晕船)”可知，与远洋巡游相比，河上巡游的好处是不太可能晕船，即乘坐舒适。故选B项。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。由最后一段中“Onboard dining options vary, but you can expect a mix of region al and international cuisine. (船上的餐饮选择各不相同，但您可以期待地区美食和国际美食的混合)”可知，乘客可在河上巡游期间享受地区美食和国际美食，“只提供地区餐”表述错误。故选C项。
B
Still Miles to Go
My husband Tom came with a huge grin on his face. He held his arms wide and announced his retirement after working for the Postal Service for thirty-three years. But as time went by, I could tell that Tom had nothing to do at home. He began to pace like a lion, glancing out the windows.
“I think I’ll look for a part-time job,” Tom informed me one day. I felt instant relief. The lion would cease circling, and I could be in peace. We kept our eyes open for job opportunities. A few days later, when our car crept behind a school bus, I remarked “You could drive that bus.” He had driven us over the mountain s through rainstorms on winding roads. Behind the wheel, he seemed fearless. “Of course, I could drive that bus,” he answered back. “But could I drive it with forty-five children bouncing and yelling in the back ” We both laughed at the thought.
That bus became the bumblebee (大黄蜂) that buzzed around me. I pictured Tom happily going off to work again, climbing behind the wheel and setting off on his daily route. My enthusiasm must have attracted Tom because I overheard him on the phone with the transportation department. He was hired.
The very next morning, he was given a bus and a route sheet. Driving the bus turned out rewarding, and Tom is blooming in his new role. I think he likes being the “big guy” on the road.
He is now “Mr. Tom” to his riders and their parents. I hear he is quite amazing. When the pre-K children climb aboard, he fastens the safety belt for them. He greets the children with high-fives. Then he leads them in a quick and fun activity, where they get to shout after hours spent in their quiet classroom. “Goodbye, teachers!” yells Mr. Tom. The little ones repeat it. “Goodbye, school!” Again, they repeat, joyfully. Mr. Tom then yells out the last two lines, and the children laugh and repeat at the top of their lungs.
He has been driving the bus for seven years and has gotten lots of thank-notes from grateful parents. Sometimes, while a school bus passes me, it always warms my heart when the driver is the one I’m hoping to see and I catch the kiss he blows me.
4. Why did Tom decide to look for a part-time job after retirement
A. He was bored at home. B. He missed interacting with people.
C. He needed extra money. D. His wife wanted peace in the house.
5. What was Tom’s initial reaction when his wife suggested he drive a school bus
A. He thought it was a silly idea.
B. He was excited to accept the job.
C. He didn’t think he was qualified for the job.
D. He was unsure if he could handle the disorderly children.
6. What does the author appreciate most about Tom’s new job
A. It keeps him occupied. B. He can interact with children.
C. He overcomes his fear. D. He has found fulfillment in his work.
7. What qualities does Tom demonstrate as a bus driver
A. Patience, kindness and responsibility. B. Carefulness, discipline and authority.
C. Enthusiasm, leadership and courage. D. Sensitivity, flexibility and humor.
【答案】4. A 5. D 6. D 7. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是记叙文。介绍了作者的丈夫Tom 从邮政司机岗位退休后，重新找了校车司机的工作，续写了他作为司机的职业价值。
【4题详解】
推理判断题。 根据第一段第三句“But as time went by, I could tell that Tom had nothing to do at home.(但随着时间的流逝，我看得出来汤姆在家无事可做。)”可知，丈夫之所以决定找兼职工作是因为赋闲在家无所事事， 故选 A。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段倒数第二句“But could I drive it with forty-five children bouncing and yelling in the back ( 但我能在后面有四十五个孩子在蹦蹦跳跳、大喊大叫的情况下开车吗？)”可知，Tom担心无法招架驾驶校车时乱蹦乱窜的45个孩子，故选D。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段第二、三句“ Driving the bus turned out rewarding, and Tom is blooming in his new role. I think he likes being the “big guy” on the road.( 驾驶公共汽车是有回报的，汤姆在他的新角色中表现得很好。我觉得他喜欢当路上的“大家伙”。)”可知， 驾驶校车对于Tom 而言是非常有价值的，因为他在新的角色中重获生机，他喜欢自己做路上无所畏惧的“大英雄”，他在这份工作中找到了成就感与价值感， 故选 D。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章倒数第二段“He is now “Mr. Tom” to his riders and their parents. I hear he is quite amazing. When the pre-K children climb aboard, he fastens the safety belt for them. He greets the children with high-fives. Then he leads them in a quick and fun activity, where they get to shout after hours spent in their quiet classroom. “Goodbye, teachers!” yells Mr. Tom. The little ones repeat it. “Goodbye, school!” Again, they repeat, joyfully. Mr. Tom then yells out the last two lines, and the children laugh and repeat at the top of their lungs.(他现在是他的乘车者和他们的父母的“汤姆先生”。我听说他很了不起。当学龄前儿童上车时，他会为他们系好安全带。他用击掌和孩子们打招呼。然后，他带领他们进行一个快速而有趣的活动，在安静的教室里呆了几个小时后，他们可以大喊大叫。“再见,老师!汤姆先生喊道。“再见,学校!”他们高兴地重复着。然后汤姆先生大声喊出最后两个词，孩子们笑着大声重复。)”可知，Tom对孩子们的悉心照顾，有责任心，因此推断他拥有耐心、善良和富有责任心的优良品质，故选A。
C
Norwegian author, playwright and poet Jon Fosse has been named the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature. The Swedish Academy said on Thursday it was for his “innovative plays and prose which gives voice to the unsayable”.
This made him the first Nynorsk writer to receive the prize and the fourth Norwegian to win it, following Sigrid Undset, who won it in 1928. Previous winners of the prize — given for a body of works, rather than a single book-have included Toni Morrison, Doris Lessing, Gabriel Garcia Marquez and Bob Dylan.
Born in 1959, Fosse grew up in western Norway, on a small farm in Strandebarm. He started writing poems and stories at age 12, and found writing to be a form of escape. Fosse enrolled at the University of Bergen and studied comparative literature during which time he began writing in Nynorsk, a minority language.
In 1983, Fosse published his first novel Red, Black, kicking off a remarkably prolific (高产的) career. He has published 40 plays, as well as novels, poetry, essays, children’s books and works of translation. Although he started as a poet and novelist, Fosse rose to fame as a playwright. He gained international recognition in the late 1990s with a Paris production of his first play Someone Is Going to Come, which was said to be written in four or five days without revision.
Fosse has long been tipped to receive the Nobel. In 2013, British bookmakers even temporarily suspended betting on the award after numerous bets on his winning, although the prize did not come his way for another decade. When it finally did, the call from the Nobel Prize’s organizers came while Fosse was traveling to Frekhaug, a village on Norway’s west coast. He admitted he was overwhelmed and somewhat frightened.
Nobel committee chairman Anders Olsson said, “What is special with him is the closeness in his writing. It touches on the deepest feelings that you have — anxieties, insecurities, questions of life and death — such things that every human being actually encounters from the very beginning. It doesn’t matter if it is drama, poetry or prose — it has the same kind of appeal to this basic humanness.”
8. What can we learn from the article
A. Fosse won the Nobel Prize for his abundant works.
B. Nynorsk is a widely used Norwegian language for literature.
C. With his career taking off for the first novel, Fosse became globally recognized.
D. It’s believed that Fosse had his first play polished in a couple of days.
9 What can be inferred from the incident in 2013
A. It proved that British bookmakers were against Fosse.
B. It demonstrated that Fosse was a failure for a long time.
C. It indicated that Fosse was in favor with the general public.
D. It revealed that Fosse didn’t receive the Nobel Prize until 2023.
10. What makes Fosse’s writing unique
A. Productivity in works.
B. Diverse types in writing.
C. The language style different from others.
D. Deep emotional connections with humans.
11. Where is this article probably taken from
A. A novel. B. A newspaper. C. A brochure. D. A guidebook.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. D 11. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。 文章主要介绍获得2023年诺贝尔文学奖的挪威作家Jon Fosse。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段第二句“The Swedish Academy said on Thursday it was for his “innovative plays and prose which gives voice to the unsayable”.(瑞典学院周四表示，这一奖项是为了表彰他“创新的戏剧和散文，为那些无法言说的事情发声”)”以及第二段第二句中的“given for a body of works, rather than a single book(授予一系列作品，而不是某一本书)”可知，Fosse是以丰富的作品获得诺贝尔奖。故选A。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段“Fosse has long been tipped to receive the Nobel. In 2013, British bookmakers even temporarily suspended betting on the award after numerous bets on his winning, although the prize did not come his way for another decade. (Fosse长期以来一直被认为将获得诺贝尔奖。2013年，英国博彩公司甚至暂停了对诺贝尔奖的投注，此前有许多人押注他会获奖，尽管他在接下来的十年里都没有获奖)”可知， Jon Fosse长期以来都是诺贝尔文学奖的夺奖热门人选， 此次拿奖可谓众望所归。故选C。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据第六段“What is special with him is the closeness in his writing. It touches on the deepest feelings that you have — anxieties, insecurities, questions of life and death — such things that every human being actually encounters from the very beginning.(他的特别之处在于他的作品的亲密性。它触及了你内心最深处的感受——焦虑、不安全感、生与死的问题——这些都是每个人从一开始就会遇到的)”可知， Jon Fosse作品的独特之处在于触及到了人类深层次的情感。故选D。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“Norwegian author, playwright and poet Jon Fosse has been named the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature. The Swedish Academy said on Thursday it was for his “innovative plays and prose which gives voice to the unsayable”. (挪威作家、剧作家和诗人Jon Fosse被提名为诺贝尔文学奖得主。瑞典学院周四表示，这一奖项是为了表彰他“创新的戏剧和散文，为那些无法言说的事情发声”)”及下文可知， 文章主要介绍获得2023年诺贝尔文学奖的挪威作家Jon Fosse。由此推知，文章可能来自一份报纸。故选B。
D
Recent research has found that Martian soil contains all the essential nutrients necessary for growing rice, planetary scientist Abhilash Ramachandran reported at the Lunar and Planetary Science Conference, providing new possibilities for agriculture on the Red Planet.
The study, conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, tested simulated (模拟的) Martian soil to determine its suitability for growing rice. The researchers found that the soil contained all the essential nutrients needed for the crop to grow, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. They also found that the pH level of the soil was within the preferable range for growing rice and that the soil was able to support the growth of healthy rice plants.
However, it would be a bit challenging for the plants to survive in the soil that has perchlorate, a chemical that has been detected on Mars’ surface which can be toxic to plants.
The team of researchers conducted an experiment to grow rice in soil containing perchlorate. They employed a wild rice variety and two genetically modified strains, which were designed to tolerate environmental stressors such as drought, and tested them in Mars-simulated soil with and without perchlorate. The study revealed that a concentration of 3 grams of perchlorate per kilogram of soil resulted in no growth of rice plants. However, when the concentration was reduced to 1 gram per kilogram, one of the genetically modified lines successfully grew both a shoot and a root, while the wild variety was only able to grow a root.
The discovery could be a game-change for future missions to Mars, as it could enable astronauts to grow their own food on the planet, reducing the need for costly and complex resupply missions. In addition, studying the growth of plants on Mars could provide valuable insights into the potential for life on other planets and help scientists to better understand the conditions necessary for life to exist.
12. What does the underlined word “toxic” mean in Paragraph 3
A. Essential. B. Salty. C. Nutritious. D. Poisonous.
13. Which would NOT help rice plants grow under Martian soil conditions
A. Maintaining the ideal soil pH. B. Selecting a drought-resistant variety.
C. Increasing soil perchlorate levels. D. Lowering perchlorate concentration.
14. Why is the discovery that Martian soil contains rice nutrients significant
A. Because it reduces future mission costs. B. Because it reveals the origins of the universe.
C. Because it focuses on mining on other planets. D. Because it contradicts the idea that Mars has no life.
15. Which of the following can be the best title
A. Let’s Go to Mars for Fun! B. Martian Soil could Grow Rice!
C. Are You Interested in Planting Rice D. What are Martian Essential Nutrients
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍在火星土壤上种植稻米的可能性以及实验的经过。
【12题详解】
词义猜测题。根据第三段“it would be a bit challenging for the plants to survive in the soil that has perchlorate(对于植物来说，在含有高氯酸盐的土壤中生存有点挑战性)”以及第四段“The study revealed that a concentration of 3 grams of perchlorate per kilogram of soil resulted in no growth of rice plants.(研究表明，每公斤土壤中高氯酸盐浓度为3克时，水稻无法生长)”可知，高氯酸盐对植物来说是有毒的，因此植物无法生长；故划线词意思是“有毒的”，与poisonous同义。故选D。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“The study revealed that a concentration of 3 grams of perchlorate per kilogram of soil resulted in no growth of rice plants. However, when the concentration was reduced to 1 gram per kilogram, one of the genetically modified lines successfully grew both a shoot and a root, while the wild variety was only able to grow a root.(研究表明，每公斤土壤中高氯酸盐浓度为3克时，水稻无法生长。然而，当浓度降低到每公斤1克时，其中一个转基因品种成功地长出了芽和根，而野生品种只能长出根)”可知，增加土壤中高氯酸盐的浓度会妨碍水稻生长。C项“增加土壤高氯酸浓度”与实验背道而驰，不利于水稻生长。故选C。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“The discovery could be a game-change for future missions to Mars, as it could enable astronauts to grow their own food on the planet, reducing the need for costly and complex resupply missions.(这一发现可能会改变未来的火星任务，因为它可以使宇航员在火星上种植自己的食物，减少昂贵而复杂的补给任务的需要)”可知，火星土壤中含有适合水稻生长的养分的发现意义重大在于可以减少未来的任务成本。故选A。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文，并根据第二段“The study, conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, tested simulated (模拟的) Martian soil to determine its suitability for growing rice. The researchers found that the soil contained all the essential nutrients needed for the crop to grow, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. They also found that the pH level of the soil was within the preferable range for growing rice and that the soil was able to support the growth of healthy rice plants.(这项研究是由费耶特维尔阿肯色大学的一组研究人员进行的，他们测试了模拟的火星土壤，以确定其是否适合种植水稻。研究人员发现，土壤中含有作物生长所需的所有必需营养物质，包括氮、磷和钾。他们还发现，土壤的pH值在适合种植水稻的范围内，土壤能够支持健康水稻的生长)”可知，文章主要介绍在火星土壤上种植稻米的可能性以及实验的经过。故B项“火星土壤可以种植水稻！”最能概括这一重要发现，最合适作为文章标题。故选B。
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Have you ever wondered about the significance of emotions in our life ____16____In order to grow and be better than before, you must learn to be emotionally intelligent. Let’s explore some powerful strategies to help you become emotionally mature!
Try using “I” statements.
Whenever your feelings are disrupted or you get hurt, it is good to tell others how you really feel. ____17____ You need to tell others how you feel about the situation but do so in a non-aggressive way. The best way to do this is by using “I” statements instead of “You” statements. Here is an example: “I feel miserable and heartbroken”. You should use this statement instead of, “You make me feel miserable and heartbroken”.
____18____
In some situations, your loved ones could be hurting you through their words or their actions, and you could also be wrong. You must not let negative thoughts question your judgment. What happens in more than 70% of situations is that we let negative thoughts take hold of us, which is completely wrong. Whenever the other person is behaving in an upsetting manner, ask yourself if you have done anything to make them feel like that.
Take responsibility for your actions.
Just like your words, you need to take full responsibility for your actions. If you don’t own whatever you say or do, how can you become emotionally strong Many people make silly excuses and don’t take responsibility for their actions, and that is where they hurt others and themselves. If you have made a mistake and hurt others in the process, apologize immediately. ____19____
Avoid negative people.
____20____ If you are surrounded by happy and motivated people, you will always be happy. If you are surrounded by negative people that only bring others down then you will always feel miserable. In order to be emotionally intelligent, you must have a good and supporting company by your side.
A. Always question your thoughts.
B. Pay attention to emotional value.
C. It won’t bring your self-respect down.
D. You are known by the company you keep.
E. Emotions play a critical part in our lives.
F. Taking care of yourself should be prioritized over anything else.
G. Masking your feelings or trying to be emotionless will only harm you.
【答案】16. E 17. G 18. A 19. C 20. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了如何更好地管理自己的情绪的方法。
【16题详解】
根据上文“Have you ever wondered about the significance of emotions in our life (你有没有想过情绪在我们生活中的意义？)”可知，这篇文章讨论情感在我们生活中的重要性，结合下文“In order to grow and be better than before, you must learn to be emotionally intelligent. (为了成长并比以前更好，你必须学会情商。)”可知，该句子后面的内容是要讲述情感智商的重要性，因此空处应为对短文主题的总结，与E项“Emotions play a critical part in our lives. (情感在我们的生活中起着至关重要的作用。)”上下文一致，符合文意，故选E项。
【17题详解】
根据上文“Whenever your feelings are disrupted or you get hurt, it is good to tell others how you really feel. (你的情绪受到干扰或受伤时，告诉他人你真正的感受是好的。)”可知，本段与感受有关，G项“Masking your feelings or trying to be emotionless will only harm you. (掩饰你的感受或试图没有感情只会伤害你。)”中的feelings与上文中的feelings呼应，与上下文一致，故选G项。
【18题详解】
本空选取小标题，需总结下文。根据下文“In some situations, your loved ones could be hurting you through their words or their actions, and you could also be wrong. You must not let negative thoughts question your judgment. What happens in more than 70% of situations is that we let negative thoughts take hold of us, which is completely wrong. Whenever the other person is behaving in an upsetting manner, ask yourself if you have done anything to make them feel like that.(在某些情况下，你所爱的人可能会通过他们的言语或行为伤害你，你也可能错了。你不能让消极的想法质疑你的判断。在70%以上的情况下，我们会让消极的想法占据我们的主导地位，这是完全错误的。每当对方的行为令人不安时，问问自己你是否做了什么让他们有这种感觉。)”可知，当他人的言语或行为伤害到你时，你需要质疑自己的想法，并问自己是否做了什么让他们产生那种感受，这意味着我们应该反思自己的想法和行为。与A项“Always question your thoughts. (总是质疑你的想法。)”上下文一致，符合文意，故选A项。
【19题详解】
根据上文“Many people make silly excuses and don’t take responsibility for their actions, and that is where they hurt others and themselves. If you have made a mistake and hurt others in the process, apologize immediately. (许多人找傻借口，不对自己的行为负责，这就是他们伤害他人和自己的地方。如果您在此过程中犯了错误并伤害了他人，请立即道歉。)”可知，如果我们犯了错误并伤害了别人，应该立即道歉，这意味着我们对自己的行为负责，这是正确的行为，不会丢面子、伤自尊。与C项“It won’t bring your self-respect down. (它不会降低你的自尊心。)”上下文一致，符合文意，故选C项。
【20题详解】
根据下文“If you are surrounded by happy and motivated people, you will always be happy. If you are surrounded by negative people that only bring others down then you will always feel miserable. In order to be emotionally intelligent, you must have a good and supporting company by your side.(如果你周围都是快乐和积极进取的人，你将永远快乐。如果你周围都是消极的人，只会让别人失望，那么你总是会感到痛苦。为了在情感上变得聪明，你必须有一个好的、支持你的同伴在身边。)”可知，如果你周围都是快乐和积极向上的人，你也会感到快乐，而如果你周围都是消极的人，只会拖累他人，那么你也会感到不快，这意味着我们的交往伙伴会影响我们的情绪和态度。与D项“You are known by the company you keep. (你被你所拥有的同伴所认识。)”上下文一致，“company”是关键词。故选D项。
第三部分 语言知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
As I grew up, my grandma, would say things such as: “that is not a ladylike way to sit”, or “that is not a word that ladies use”. My grandma is one of the most ____21____ women that I know. I ____22____ to be half the person she is.
I have always considered myself a “lady”. I dress ____23____. I pay close attention to my manners. I smile at strangers, offer my seat to the elderly, and hold the door ____24____ for the person behind me. However, I recently met a woman in passing that made me ____25____ what I have been taught for the last 21 years. The conversation we had was about “girls these days” and how they differ from the way girls were in the past. She said that there was a big ____26____ between a “lady” and a “woman”. I looked at her curiously.
“A real lady does not give her opinions or feelings, while those who do are women. And women these days constantly make the ____27____ of offering their opinions, and feelings, and talking out of turn.” I smiled at her politely, wished her a pleasant evening, and we ____28____ ways.
____29____ most conversations one would have with a stranger, this one stuck with me. It turns out that I am not a “lady”. But I have _____30_____ that truth with my whole heart. I take great pride in my opinions, my brain, and the bravery in which I can _____31_____ myself and the things that I believe in. I am this way, because I am a young _____32_____ of my grandma. And I know that she would swear that she is “ladylike”. But, in reality, she is a strong, independent and smart woman.
With this, I would like to _____33_____ young women that it is _____34_____ to voice your opinions, embrace your beliefs, and be independent. Throughout your life, if someone comes along and _____35_____ your voice, makes your opinions feel wrong, or take no notice of your feelings: smile, nod politely, and keep doing what you were doing anyway.
21. A. outgoing B. genuine C. humorous D. creative
22. A. achieve B. aid C. afford D. attempt
23. A. fashionably B. casually C. appropriately D. luxuriously
24. A. closed B. tight C. wide D. open
25. A. confirm B. question C. clarify D. position
26. A. issue B. distance C. conflict D. difference
27. A. mistake B. assumption C. decision D. adjustment
28. A. divided B. exchanged C. parted D. classified
29. A. Identical to B. Opposite to C. Senior to D. Junior to
30. A. embraced B. declined C. expanded D. denied
31. A. watch out for B. make way for C. reach out for D. stand up for
32. A. model B. version C. script D. assistant
33. A. accuse B. convince C. inform D. suspect
34. A. proper B. passive C. conventional D. contradictory
35. A. slows B. smoothes C. quiets D. upsets
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. C 24. D 25. B 26. D 27. A 28. C 29. B 30. A 31. D 32. B 33. B 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者从小被奶奶教育要成为一名淑女，自己也一直按照那样的方式去做一名淑女。有一天在和一位女士交谈后，作者对她的观点深感困惑，但是依然礼貌端庄地给予回应。作者认为说出自己的观点，接受自己的信仰，保持独立也是淑女的正确行为。
【21题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我奶奶是我认识的最为真正的女性之一。A. outgoing外向的；B. genuine真正的；C. humorous幽默的；D. creative有创造力的。根据上文“As I grew up, my grandma, would say things such as: “that is not a ladylike way to sit”, or “that is not a word that ladies use”.”可知，奶奶谆谆教诲作者要成为一名真正的淑女，由此推之，奶奶本身是一名淑女，是最为真正的女性之一。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我尝试成为与她有一半相似的人。A. achieve实现；B. aid援助；C. afford承担得起；D. attempt尝试。根据下文“to be half the person she is”可推知，attempt“尝试”符合语境，attempt to do sth.意为“尝试做某事”，表示作者想成为奶奶那样的人，尝试做到她一半的程度。故选D。
【23题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：我穿着得体。A. fashionably时尚地；B. casually随意地；C. appropriately恰当地；D. luxuriously豪华地。根据上文“I have always considered myself a “lady”.”可知，作者认为自己是淑女，因此会穿着得体。故选C。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我对陌生人微笑，给老人让座，为后面的人开门。A. closed关闭的；B. tight紧的；C. wide宽的；D. open开着的。根据上文“I pay close attention to my manners.”可知，作者非常注意自己的举止，因此会为后面的人开门，体现礼仪和友善。故选D。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，我最近遇到了一位女士，她让我对过去21年里我所接受的教育产生了质疑。A. confirm确认；B. question质疑；C. clarify澄清；D. position安置。根据下文“I looked at her curiously.”可知，作者听完这位女士的话后很疑惑，因此是对之前所接受的教育产生了质疑。故选B。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：她说“女士”和“女人”之间有很大的区别。A. issue问题；B. distance距离；C. conflict冲突；D. difference区别。根据下文“A real lady does not give her opinions or feelings, while those who do are women.”可知，这位女士认为淑女和女人之间存在着区别。故选D。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：现在的女人经常犯这样的错误：说出自己的观点和感受，说话不合时宜。A. mistake错误；B. assumption假设；C. decision决定；D. adjustment调整。根据上文“A real lady does not give her opinions or feelings, while those who do are women.”可知，这位女士认为那些说出意见或感情的女人并非真正的淑女，因此她们是犯了这样的错误。故选A。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我礼貌地对她笑了笑，祝她度过一个愉快的夜晚，然后我们分别了。A. divided分开；B. exchanged交换；C. parted分别；D. classified分类。根据上文“However, I recently met a woman in passing”可知，两人是偶然遇到的，因此谈话结束后就分别了，part ways意为“分别，分道扬镳”。故选C。
【29题详解】
考查形容词短语辨析。句意：与大多数与陌生人的对话相反，这句话让我难以忘怀。A. Identical to与……相同；B. Opposite to与……相反；C. Senior to高于；D. Junior to低于。根据下文“most conversations one would have with a stranger, this one stuck with me”和常识可推知，通常情况下，与陌生人的谈话不会对我们自己产生震动，但作者却对此难以忘怀，因此是与大多数这样的对话相反。故选B。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：但我全心全意地接受了这个事实。A. embraced接受；B. declined拒绝；C. expanded扩张；D. denied否认。根据上文“It turns out that I am not a “lady”.”和“But”可知，此处有转折，虽然按照这位女士的理解，作者并非淑女，但是作者接受了这个事实。故选A。
【31题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：我为我的观点、我的头脑以及维护自己和我所信仰的事物的勇气感到非常自豪。A. watch out for注意；B. make way for让路；C. reach out for伸手去够；D. stand up for维护。根据上文“the bravery”和下文“myself and the things that I believe in”可推知，此处表示维护自己和自己所信仰的事物的勇气。故选D。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我是这样的，因为我是我奶奶的年轻版本。A. model模型；B. version版本；C. script剧本；D. assistant助手。根据下文“And I know that she would swear that she is “ladylike”.”可知，奶奶坚定地认为自己是淑女，因此作者是奶奶的年轻版本，同样坚定地坚持自己的想法。故选B。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：通过这个，我想说服年轻女性，说出自己的观点，接受自己的信仰，保持独立是正确的。A. accuse指责；B. convince说服；C. inform通知；D. suspect怀疑。根据下文“smile, nod politely, and keep doing what you were doing anyway”可知，作者是在给年轻女性建议，想说服她们这样的做法是正确的。故选B。
【34题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：通过这个，我想说服年轻女性，说出自己的观点，接受自己的信仰，保持独立是正确的。A. proper正确的；B. passive被动的；C. conventional传统的；D. contradictory矛盾的。根据上文“I take great pride in my opinions, my brain, and the bravery in which I can ____11____ myself and the things that I believe in.”可知，作者为这样的做法感到自豪，因此是认为这样做是正确的。故选A。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在你的生活中，如果有人走过来让你安静，让你觉得你的观点不对，或者不注意你的感受，微笑，礼貌地点点头，然后继续做你正在做的事情。A. slows使减速；B. smoothes使平滑；C. quiets使安静；D. upsets打翻。根据下文“your voice”可推知，此处表示让你安静。故选C。
第二节 (共10小题； 每小题1.5分，满分 15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The series “Escape from the British Museum”, ____36____ (comprise) of three episodes, has attracted over 310 million views since its release in late August on Douyin. It gives ____37____ account of a jade teapot transforming into a woman and escaping the British Museum with the assistance of a Chinese journalist. To our relief, ____38____ has sparked an appeal for the return of Chinese cultural relics is the widespread popularity of the series.
Recently, a formal notice ____39____ (submit) to the Chinese Film Administration to make a full-length animated version of “Escape from the British Museum”. Unlike the original series ____40____ (concentrate) on a single artifact, the movie will feature multiple Chinese relics that long for ____41____ (they) homeland and choose to return to China. The distinguished writer Wang Xuewen will be entrusted with crafting the screenplay, though it is not revealed whether the series originators will also be involved in the ____42____ (adapt).
Chinese state media have also ____43____ (enthusiastic) advocated the Douyin series. “We are thrilled to see Chinese young people are passionate ____44____ history and tradition,” remarked state broadcaster CCTV. “We also eagerly await the early return of Chinese artifacts _____45_____ have been displaced overseas.”
【答案】prised
37. an 38. what
39. has been submitted
40. concentrating
41. their 42. adaptation
43. enthusiastically
44. about 45. that##which
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文主要介绍热门网络短剧《逃出大英博物馆》 及其带来的影响。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：《逃出大英博物馆》共三集，自8月下旬在抖音上播出以来，已经吸引了超过3.1亿的观看量。短语be comprised of 意为“由……组成”，此处省略be动词，过去分词作状语。故填comprised。
【37题详解】
考查冠词。句意：它讲述了一个玉茶壶变成一个女人，并在一个中国记者的帮助下逃离大英博物馆的故事。短语give an account of意为“描述”。故填an。
【38题详解】
考查主语从句。句意：令我们欣慰的是，引发中国文物归还呼吁的是该系列的广泛流行。空格处引导主语从句，从句缺少主语，指事物，应用what。故填what。
【39题详解】
考查动词的时态和语态。句意：近日，一份正式通知已提交给中国电影局，要求制作《逃出大英博物馆》的全长动画版。根据前面的recently可知此处要用到现在完成时，主语notice是单数，与submit之间是被动关系，助动词用has。故填has been submitted。
【40题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：与原版系列集中讲述一件文物不同，这部电影将讲述多件中国文物，这些文物渴望祖国，并选择返回中国。分析句子结构可知，series和concentrate之间是主动关系，故用现在分词作the original series后置定语。故填concentrating。
【41题详解】
考查代词。句意：与原版系列集中讲述一件文物不同，这部电影将讲述多件中国文物，这些文物渴望祖国，并选择返回中国。修饰名词homeland，应用形容词性物主代词their。故填their。
【42题详解】
考查名词。句意：著名作家王学文将被委托撰写剧本，不过目前还不清楚原著作者是否也会参与改编。作介词宾语，应用名词adaptation。故填adaptation。
【43题详解】
考查副词。句意：中国官方媒体也积极宣传这一抖音系列。修饰谓语动词have advocated应用副词enthusiastically。故填enthusiastically。
【44题详解】
考查介词。句意：中央电视台评论说:“我们很高兴看到中国年轻人对历史和传统充满热情。”短语be passionate about表示“对……充满热情”。故填about。
【45题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：“我们也热切期待着被转移到海外的中国文物早日回归。”空格处引导定语从句，修饰先行词Chinese artifacts，关系词替代先行词在从句中做主语，指物，所以that/which均可。故填that/which。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你校英语报正在举办主题征稿活动，请你结合屠呦呦、袁隆平以及John Snow身上共同的优秀品质，写一篇英语短文。要点如下：
1.简述其共同的优秀品质；
2.介绍其品质对自己的影响。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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【答案】Tu Youyou, Yuan Longping, and John Snow possess admirable qualities that have contributed to their remarkable achievements. These qualities include determination, dedication, and a strong commitment to benefiting others.
Their exceptional traits have a profound impact on me. Witnessing their determination to overcome obstacles encourages me to persevere in the face of challenges. Their unwavering dedication to their work inspires me to give my best in everything I do. Moreover, their sincere commitment to improving the lives of others motivates me to make a positive difference in my own community.
In conclusion, the outstanding qualities demonstrated by Tu Youyou, Yuan Longping, and John Snow serve as a source of inspiration for me. Their determination, dedication, and selfless attitude remind me of the importance of striving for excellence and using my abilities to contribute to the well-being of others.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生结合屠呦呦、袁隆平以及John Snow身上共同的优秀品质写一篇英语短文向校英语报投稿。
【详解】1.词汇积累
非凡的：remarkable→ significant
影响：impact→ influence
提高：improving→ boosting
总之：In conclusion→ To summarize/all in all
2.句式拓展
同义句替换
原句：In conclusion, the outstanding qualities demonstrated by Tu Youyou, Yuan Longping, and John Snow serve as a source of inspiration for me.
同义句：To summarize, the exceptional characteristics which are exhibited by Tu Youyou, Yuan Longping, and John Snow act as a motivating factor for me.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Witnessing their determination to overcome obstacles encourages me to persevere in the face of challenges. (运用了动名词作主语)
【高分句型2】Tu Youyou, Yuan Longping, and John Snow possess admirable qualities that have contributed to their remarkable achievements. (运用了that引导的定语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面的材料，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。
One of the improv (即兴表演) classes I attended regularly was taught by Jim Cranna every Saturday afternoon. Sometimes, as many as twenty-five to sixty-plus folks showed up. Jim made sure to fit everyone in so they could improve their skills. The class lasted for three hours. The usual cast (演员阵容) of comic actors played improv comedy games. And we would go to the nearest mini market located in the building and get a snack or coffee during breaks.
One day, three of us were standing outside the building, when Robin Williams—an internationally famous actor and comic walked by, enjoying the fresh bay pletely frozen, my fellow comics couldn’t summon up the courage to just say “hi” to Robin, who was with a friend. I froze for a moment, but then I calmed myself down.
I told them, “Hey, if you guys can’t handle it, then I will ask him to come and join us for the second half of class.” I could hear them mumble under their breath, “Yeah, sure, right. You’re going to ask Robin Williams to come to our comedy class. Good luck with that one!”
So I went up to Robin and his friend and asked him to join us. “We’re having an improv comedy class. We’re on break now, but we would be most honored if you would join us for the second half of the class.” Robin looked directly in my eyes and said with little hesitation, “Okay.” It was like a grown-up child being asked to come and play. With that, he and his friend followed me up to the class.
When he saw Robin, Jim said, “Oh my goodness, see who Micheline is bringing to class.” Jim’s eyes were all in astonishment and delight. “Why, it’s Robin Williams!” Robin and his friend stayed the rest of the class and at the end of the class, Robin and Jim performed a skit (滑稽短剧). We actually watched him shape-shift as he prepared physically and mentally for his made-up character. He gave it his all. It was truly magical.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
All the people who showed up in the class that Saturday afternoon were activated by the magical performance.
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What a delight for all of us that Saturday afternoon!
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【答案】Sample 1:
All the folks who showed up in the class that Saturday afternoon were activated by the magical performance. Some of them even couldn’t help going to the platform to play with Robin Williams and Jim Cranna.
Our involvement and excitement made Mr. Williams overjoyed that he demonstrated us another skit physically and mentally to the fullest. It was Robin and Jim’s passion and devotion that convinced the folks of the unique fantasy of improv. Soon afterwards, all the present were stimulated and began to adjust postures naturally, improving skills of comics. Our coach Jim Cranna approached me, wearing a big smile on his face, “Thank you, Micheline! You’ve brought us astonishment and delight!”
What a delight for all of us that Saturday afternoon! It seemed that all the folks had stretched out their arms and legs to get definitely relieved, love and passion extended. How long it would be before they were absorbed in the state of happiness and relief, which, I think, was more than what any word could convey. All I know is that if I hadn’t mustered up the courage to ask Robin to join us, none of us would have had that experience.
Sample 2:
All the folks who showed up in the class that Saturday afternoon were activated by the magical performance. They entered their roles so quickly that everyone under the podium (表演台) seemed to have entered the theater instantly. No matter what the involvement, the lines, and the body language are conveying, it’s hard to believe this is the fantastic power of an improv performance. “He’s truly a professional actor!” we marveled. It didn’t take us long to adapt to such an internationally famous actor and comic—Robin Williams. “Is this talent ” One of the folks murmured. I couldn’t help but admire and sigh.
What a delight for all of us that Saturday afternoon! After class, we expressed our sincere gratitude to Robin for joining us and said goodbye to him and his friend. I curiously asked him what made him choose to become a comedian. “Is this talent ” “Of course it’s love,” he replied, “just like what I saw in your eyes just now, and that’s why I joined you.” I couldn’t suppress (抑制) the excitement in my heart, and secretly made up my mind at the same time no matter whether I choose the same career as Robin in the future, I would maintain this love for performance and comedy, living up to his recognition.
Sample 3:
All the folks who showed up in the class that Saturday afternoon were activated by the magical performance. The atmosphere was filled with excitement as Robin Williams naturally integrated into the improv activities, adding his splendid wit (风趣) and humor to each skit. His presence alone lifted the energy in the room, inspiring everyone, from seasoned performers to novices (新手). Robin’s willingness to fully immerse himself were encouraging all of the folks to embrace the unpredictable nature of comedic expressions.
What a delight for all of us that Saturday afternoon! Robin’s genuine enthusiasm enriched the class and left a lasting impression on each of us. The opportunity to witness a comedy icon (偶像 崇拜对象) like Robin Williams participate in our gathering was a privilege beyond words. Long after the class ended, we carried the invaluable lessons learned from Robin’s second half of the class with natural ease and the joy of free creativity. It was an afternoon that none of us would ever forget, a demonstration to the pioneering power of shared laughter and the endless possibilities of the human imagination.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，主要讲述了作者在参加一门即兴表演课程时，邂逅了国际知名演员兼喜剧演员罗宾·威廉姆斯并邀请他参加课程的经历。作者和其他人对于与罗宾·威廉姆斯见面感到惊讶和紧张，但最终作者鼓起勇气邀请罗宾参加课程，并得到了他的欣然接受。罗宾参与课程，并在课程结束后与课程老师进行了一场滑稽的表演，给全体学员留下了难忘的回忆。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“周六下午出现在课堂上的所有人都被神奇的表演所激发。”可知，第一段可描写大家参与罗宾·威廉姆的表演，所有人感到激动，以及课程老师对作者的肯定。
②由第二段首句内容“那个星期六下午，我们所有人都感到非常高兴！”可知，第二段可描写所有人都沉浸于表演带给大家的快乐，以及作者的感悟。
2.续写线索：大家被表演激励——上台表演——教练称赞——沉浸在幸福中——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①激发：activated/inspired/evoked
②参与：involvement/immersion/engagement
③改进：improving/enhancing/strengthening
情绪类
①欣喜：overjoyed/thrilled/delighted
②幸福：happiness/bliss/contentment
【点睛】[高分句型1]. It seemed that all the folks had stretched out their arms and legs to get definitely relieved, love and passion extended. (运用了It作形式主语，that引导从句作真正的主语)
[高分句型2]. How long it would be before they were absorbed in the state of happiness and relief, which, I think, was more than what any word could convey. (运用了before引导的时间状语从句，which引导的非限制性定语从句，what引导的宾语从句)
听力：1-5 ABBCC 6-10 ABABC 11-15 BAACC 16-20 CABAB
