山东省临沂市2023-2024学年高二上学期期末考试英语试题（word版含答案，无听力音频含听力原文）
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临沂市2023-2024学年高二上学期期末考试
英 语 2024.1
本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
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 animal is the man worrying about
A. A bear. B. A dog. C. A cat.
2. What subject is the man probably teaching
A. Geography. B. Physics. C. English.
3. Who is late for the meeting
A. Jill. B. Eric. C. Martin.
4. How will the man go home
A. Take the subway. B. Mail some papers. C. Drive home.
5. When was the parcel supposed to arrive
A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening.
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 is the man planning to make
A. Apple juice. B. Banana juice. C. Orange juice.
7. What will the speakers probably eat for lunch
A. A salad. B. Hamburgers. C. Barbecue.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman ask the man to do at first
A. Sell a second-hand computer to her.
B. Buy a new computer for her.
C. Repair her computer.
9. What will the woman do in the afternoon
A. Clean her office. B. Attend meetings. C. Go shopping.
10. What day is it tomorrow
A. Monday. B. Tuesday. C. Wednesday.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Lawyer and client.
B. Father and daughter.
C. Company owner and employee.
12. Where does the conversation take place
A. In an office. B. In a coffee shop. C. In the man's home.
13. Why does the woman talk to the man
A. To invite him for coffee.
B. To offer him a new position.
C. To complain about her family matter.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. How does the woman feel about the man's beard
A. She thinks it makes him look strange.
B. She prefers him to shave it all off.
C. She likes it to be longer.
15. How long does it take the man to grow a beard
A. About a month. B. About two months. C. About three months.
16. What sport is the man going to watch
A. Football. B. Rugby. C. Car racing.
17. Which country's food does the woman prefer
A. Italy. B. France. C. Switzerland.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the talk mainly about
A. Origin and development of kites.
B. Methods of making kites.
C. Uses of kites in wars.
19. What did ancient Chinese use kites to do
A. Pass on secret messages.
B. Give warnings of danger.
C. Carry ropes across rivers.
20. Why did Benjamin Franklin fly a kite in the storm
A. To test the effects of an invention.
B. To protect houses against lightning.
C. To prove that lightning is electricity.
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
The Inca Empire was the most powerful of the day, ruling western South America between 1400 and 1533. And the Inca leaders sometimes needed vacations! That's why the Inca built Machu Picchu in what's now Peru. All that's left today are ruins, but about 500 years ago, it was a bustling royal residence. Peek into the past to discover the secrets of this awesome spot.
ROYAL RELAXATION
The royal family lived mostly in the mountainous capital city, Cusco. But during the winter, they could move down to the warmer Machu Picchu. Emperor Pachacuti Inc a Yupanqui likely ordered construction of it around 1450. There, the royals could feast and entertain guests. The other 750 residents served the rulers and maintained the city.
PERFECT FIT
Earthquakes are common in Peru, so Inca builders designed Machu Picchu to resist these shakes. They cut the stones to fit together, and they didn't use any material, like cement, to bind them. This way, when the ground shook, the stones could bounce（弹跳） around and then settle back into place.
CODED LANGUAGE
The Inca didn't have a written language and instead used knotted cords called quipu(KEE-poo)to send messages and keep records. Experts think the style of the knot and the color of the string contained information. Researchers are now using computers to try to untangle these long-lost codes.
21. Why did the Inca Empire build Machu Picchu
A. For pleasure of more residents. B. For the recreation of the leaders.
C. For relocating the capital city. D. For appealing to more vacationers.·
22. What did Inca builders do to resist the shakes
A. They made the stones fit together. B. They used cement to bind them.
C. They made the stones bounce around. D. They settled the stones back into place.
23. How did the Inca share important information
A. By telling others face to face. B. By writing it down on large stones.
C. By using their own unique language. D. By coloring some materials picked.
B
When Soares was a young boy growing up in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, his family didn't have the means to pay for extracurricular activities. However, they found a solution by signing him up for a free circus（马戏团） school that aimed to keep him off the streets and out of trouble. It was there that Soares discovered his passion for performance art, including acrobatics, capoeira, acting, and clowning. Ballet never crossed his mind as a practical career option, as ballet wasn't a noticeable dance form in Brazil at the time.
At the age of 12, Soares began dancing but not in the traditional sense. His older brother was part of a hip-hop street dance group, and Soares started hanging out with them. He soon combined his circus school skills with hip-hop and capoeira to create a unique style that fascinated audiences in Rio.
One day, the head of a Brazilian dance company saw Soares perform and arranged for him to selection for a dance school. He was awarded a scholarship that covered his tuition fees, and he began studying modern dance. However, it wasn't long before everyone believed that Soares should switch to ballet. He was immediately put on a fast track, attending academic school in the mornings and ballet classes in the evenings.
Soares' parents were hesitant about their son pursuing ballet as a career. They were worried about his grades and whether ballet would provide him with a stable future. Soares shared their concerns and had never known anyone who pursued ballet professionally.
Despite these reservations, something incredible happened within two years of Soares starting ballet training. He participated in the Paris International Dance Competition and won a silver medal. This achievement was even more impressive considering that most of his competitors had been studying ballet since childhood. After Paris, Soares joined the national ballet company in Brazil and began earning money from his dancing.
Three years later, he went on to win the gold medal at the Moscow International Competition, previously won by legendary ballet dancers like Mikhail Baryshnikov.
24. Why was Soares sent to a circus school
A. To seek a chance to make a name. B. To stop him getting into trouble.
C. To earn money to pay for tuition fees. D. To develop an interest in performance art.
25. What can be inferred from Paragraph 3
A. Modern dance became his favorite.
B. Winning a scholarship was his main aim.
C. He quickly displayed his talent for ballet.
D. His academic classes had to give way to ballet classes.
26. What is the original attitude of Soares' parents to his pursuing ballet
A. Doubtful. B. Objective. C. Supportive. D. Unclear.
27. What's the best title for the text
A. An Unconventional Journey to a Ballet Star
B. The Financial Struggles of a Young Dancer
C. Modern Dance: A Gateway to Ballet Excellece
D. The Dilemma: Balancing School and Ballet for Success
C
A model of personalised dementia （痴呆症） support could improve life for people with dementia and their carers by allowing them to make the best choices for their own care needs.
In Britain, there is a concerning gap in dementia support, notes Dr Tomasina, Dementia Care Programme Lead at the University of Plymouth. "They have received a diagnosis but are not yet in need of a care home or input from specialists. Worryingly, these individuals and their carers, who are usually family members, are often left without suitable support to face a range of severe challenges," she says.
Challenges can include social lonliness, despair and frailty（脆弱） due to combined physical and cognitive decline. However, a five-year research project including the Universities of Plymouth and Manchester-established in 2018 and funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research—aims to remedy this disregard by evaluating a system for dementia support they have developed.
Dementia Personalised Care Team(D-PACT) proposes improving the lives of people living with dementia and their carers with personalised emotional and practical support from an appropriately trained Dementia Support Worker. "The Support Worker becomes a trusted point of contact who can spot potential problems before they get into crises," says Professor Richard Byng, Professor in Primary Care Research at the University of Plymouth. "It's a model that helps the individual and their carers function and stay together."
The study, which was conducted in a range of settings, shows potential value and has been well-received by those who took part. "People have described a step change in their support," says Professor Byng. "They say they feel listened to and treated as a person, getting reassurance and relief—particularly carers—that they are doing things right and someone is alongside them."
28. What's the purpose of the personalised support
A. To cure people with severe dementia.
B. To bridge the gap between patients and doctors.
C. To help people with dementia choose the best carers.
D. To better the life of people with dementia and their carers.
29. What does the underlined word "remedy" mean in Paragraph 3
A. Build up. B. Make up for. C. Take over. D. Take care of.
30. What can a trained Dementia Support Worker do
A. Deal with potential problems.
B. Propose to D-PACT a better support.
C. Help people with dementia recover quickly.
D. Provide emotional support for patients with dementia.
31. What can we learn about the personalised support
A. It can relieve people's stress. B. It functions like a person.
C. It can help people listen better. D. It is especially helpful to carers.
D
When it comes to keeping off extra pounds, watching what we eat may not be enough—we have to keep an eye on our food's packaging, too. Half the world is expected to be overweight by 2035. In addition to overeating and lack of exercise, the scientific community is exploring another factor that may contribute—eating products packaged in plastic.
For a study published last year, researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology set out to determine what chemical compounds（化合物） exist in 34 common plastic items that touch things we eat, such as yogurt cups, juice bottles, candy packages, and plastic wrap used for produce and cheese, as well as items often found in kitchen.
Of the 55,000 chemicals the researchers found in these items, only 629 were identifiable, which influence our bodies' ability to regulate weight, troubling health effects. "We're quite certain that there are many chemicals in plastic products that impact metabolism（新陈代谢）, but we just couldn't identify all of them," Martin Wagner, a study co-author said. Strikingly, Wagner and his colleagues found that a third of all the common products they tested contain chemicals that cause the adipogenic （生脂的） process. Although we are exposed to them daily, most of these mystery chemicals are unknown, unstudied and unregulated.
For years, experts have been warning against plastic food containers, particularly for hot or oily foods which may make the plastics unstable and increase the risk of chemical leaching（渗出）. As one of them, Wagner argues that we need to start reducing our exposure to plastic without waiting for more slow-moving research to prove that the plastics in our food, products, blood and organs are risk factors for bad health outcomes.
Really, reducing our plastic exposure should be our overall goal. When we think about cutting junk out of our diets, the criminals shouldn't just be candy and soda—plastic needs to go, too.
32. What newly-found factor may cause overweight
A. Eating too much. B. Lack of exercise.
C. Unhealthy eating habits. D. Food's plastic packaging.
33. What is the finding of the study published last year
A. Most products tested contain adipogenic chemicals.
B. Metabolism is affected by chemicals in plastic products.
C. The influence of plastic products on our health is unknown.
D. Only 629 chemicals in plastic products regulate people 's weight.
34. What does Wagner suggest we do
A. Stop eating foods packaged in plastic.
B. Avoid using plastic products for hot or oily foods.
C. Reduce our exposure to plastic as much as possible.
D. Wait for more research to prove the risks of plastics.
35. What is the passage mainly about
A. Keeping off extra pounds is urgent.
B. It's high time to stop using plastic packaging.
C. Chemicals in plastic packaging may lead to overweight.
D. Plastic food packaging proves to contain harmful chemicals.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分 12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When visiting a park, it is common to observe older individuals listening to audio（有声的）books instead of reading traditional books. Audio books have become quite popular these days. ___36___Is listening to an audio book just as beneficial as reading a book
___37___ Reading needs us to focus all our attention on the words in a book. We also need to find time and a specific place to sit down and read. However, audio books provide flexibility and allow individuals to engage in other activities while listening. And it gives your eyes a break, too.
But the big question is, do we get knowledge from audio books as effectively as we do from paper books ___38___ Volunteers in group one were asked to listen to an audio book while volunteers in group two read a book of the same content. Surprisingly, both groups recalled the same amount of information, whether they listened to it or read it.
Another study published in the Journal of Neuroscience further supported the result above. In the study, researchers scanned（扫描） people's brains when they listened to and read books. ___39___
Some people still believe that they learn better from reading paper books. One reason might be that when we listen to audio books, we are often multitasking. If you're trying to learn while doing two things, you're not going to learn as well. ___40___ It is important to avoid it while listening to audio books to ensure best learning outcomes.
A. How do people obtain audio books
B. You can listen to audio books anytime.
C. Multitasking can interrupt effective learning.
D. Researchers conduct an experiment to figure it out.
E. Why are more and more people choosing audio books
F. One of the main advantages of audio books is convenience.
G. It reveals that both activities excite almost the same parts of the brain.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
In 1978, Avril and Christopher Rowlands paid 6 for a fir（冷杉）, brought it to their new home in the pretty village of Inkberry. After ___41___ their first Christmas together, they planted the tree in their front garden to ___42___ their first Christmas in their new home. It has ___43___ grown over the years and nowadays, it ___44___ over their four-bedroom property—measuring about 50 feet. Each December the couple decorate their giant fi r with thousands of fairy lights which they switch on for the ___45___ .
The tree is so ___46___ that a cherry picker is used to reach the top branches and add the star to the top. The lighted tree is one of the brightest landmarks（标志性建筑） in Inkberrow, which is one of UK's darkest villages ___47___ there being no street lights.
Avril and Christopher's fi r now attracts thousands of people who ___48___ their tree every December. As a retired TV writer, Avril said, "We love doing the Christmas lights. The ___49___can be seen from miles around on nights and people ___50___ to see it. It's become something of a (an) ___51___ for people in the village and beyond. It even ___52___ me to write a children's book about the tree called The Laxford House Christmas Tree." The couple ask for people who admire the tree to make a ___53___ and over the years they have raised thousands of pounds for charity.
"The tree is really ___54___ ," said the retired BBC editor Christopher. "During COVID, it was lit, like a beacon（灯塔） of ___55___ ."
41. A. consuming B. enjoying C. perceiving D. planning
42. A. defend B. support C. expose D. mark
43. A. initially B. steadily C. tightly D. severely
44. A. runs B. stands C. swings D. stretches
45. A. strangers B. passers-by C. villagers D. travelers
46. A. tall B. attractive C. unique D. bright
47. A. in spite of B. by means of C. in case of D. on account of
48. A. spot B. view C. decorate D. water
49. A. tree B. light C. gift D. garden
50. A. struggle B. crowd C. march D. parade
51. A. appetite B. fashion C. tradition D. trend
52. A. inspired B. persuaded C. allowed D. convinced
53. A. difference B. decision C. donation D. fortune
54. A. rare B. slight C. secure D. special
55. A. hope B. kindness C. success D. pride
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。
In China, paper-cutting is one of the treasures of traditional culture. It uses paper ___56___ a material and create s various patterns and shapes through the cutting and carving of scissors or knives. The history of paper-cutting ___57___ back to the Han Dynasty, when people began to use paper-cutting to decorate doors, windows, and screens. With the passage of time, paper-cutting ___58___ (gradual) developed into a unique art form and spread throughout the country.
The themes of paper-cutting are very extensive, ___59___(include) animals, plants, characters, fairy tales, and so on. The most common themes are zodiac signs and the character "fu" (good fortune), ___60___ symbolize good luck and happiness. The production process of paper-cutting requires patience and skill. First, artists need to draw sketches（草图） ___61___ (base) on the theme and shape to be expressed on paper. Then, they use scissors or knives ___62___ (cut) and carve along the lines of the sketch, cutting out various shapes and patterns. Finally, the cut patterns ___63___ (stick) to paper or other items to complete a beautiful paper-cutting work.
Paper-cutting is not only ___64___ art form, but also a cultural heritage. It shows the ___65___(wise) and creativity of the Chinese people, conveying the values and beauty of Chinese culture. Therefore, we should treasure and inherit（继承） this valuable cultural heritage.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华，你校的某位外籍交换生在校英文报“Ask and Reply”栏目中求助，说自己刚到中国不久，语言不通，朋友不多，心理压力很大。请你就此来信给出建议。
注意：
1.词数80 左右；
2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear newcomer,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写一段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was already afraid of the water. After experiencing a shark attack when I was eight years old on a family trip to Florida, I barely went in the ocean any deeper than my knees. By shark, I mean dolphin, and by attack, I mean he was bobbing around in the water about five miles from shore, but people were screaming“SHARK!”and waving their hands around along the coastline. Real shark or not, that moment stuck with me. That memory, coupled with being freezing in any weather less than thirty degrees Celsius（摄氏）, made the idea of plunging（投入） into cold water a hard pass.
My husband, Mike, had been cold plunging（冰浴） for years and would present me with facts to prove that it was a good thing. By doing so, you experience benefits such as heightened energy, immune（免疫的） system support, boosted mood, better sleep, and stress reduction. It was an appealing list of benefits—none of which mattered to me. What was presented as a clear "wonder drug" was still not attractive enough for me to get out of my warm house and go swimming. Did I mention that I live in Canada It's minus twenty degrees Celsius here sometimes.
On New Year's Day, Mike invited me to his cold plunging. I had been thinking less about health data and more about my confidence. Do you want to do something hard Something brave I asked myself. Something completely scary, uncomfortable and seemingly crazy, or do you want to say no and focus on all of the reasons why you wouldn't dare I put on my swimsuit, covered it up with eighteen wool sweaters, and joined Mike for the adventure.
In fairness, it was a beautiful day. This made the scary thing feel a little more reasonable as Inegotiated（谈判；协商） with myself the entire twelve-minute drive. My heart was already pounding. We had packed a bag with towels, blankets, warm water for cleaning our sandy feet, and a hot cup of coffee to warm our hands.
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。
I was determined to do the hard thing. I have now been cold plunging for over a year.
临沂市2023-2024学年高二上学期期末考试
英语试题
参考答案
第一部分 听力 (共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分)
1~5 BABAA 6~10 CACBB 11~15 CCBBA 16~20 BAACC
第二部分 阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
21~23 BAC 24~27 BCAA 28~31 DBDD 32~35 DBCC
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36~40 EFDGC
第三部分 语言运用 (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)
41~45 BDBDC 46~50 ADBAB 51~55 CACDA
第二节 语篇填空 (共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分)
56. as 57. dates 58. gradually 59. including 60. which
61. based 62. to cut 63. are stuck 64. an 65. wisdom
第四部分 写作 (满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
One Possible version:
Dear newcomer,
I've read your problems in the newspaper and I understand quite well that you are anxious.
It is true that learning a new language and adjusting to a new environment take time. Actually, language is your advantage, which you can take of to help your classmates to learn English. And I believe they would be glad to help you with your Chinese.
What's more, taking part in some activities or joining school clubs would be a good choice, which provides a chance to meet new people and gets familiar with the environment. You may even make new friends.
Enjoy your life in China and have a good time here.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
One possible version:
I was determined to do the hard thing. I dipped a toe in the icy waters. Slowly, I inched my legs forward until the waves unexpectedly climbed up to my kneecaps. My first cold plunging lasted five seconds. I was out of that water faster than a ball from a cannon. I screamed, laughed, and tripped. I had done it! The feeling of accomplishment washed away all my fears. I already knew I had the courage to go under, but now I had to work on staying there. The following week I stayed a little longer. I taught myself I could trust myself, knowing that I was more powerful than that taunting voice in my head.
I have now been cold dipping for over a year. In the depths of winter, I have broken through ice and breathed through the icy cold. I enjoy those moments more than any other part of my day. I am thinking only about survival, not my car payment, the garden that need cleaning, or my gray hair. The first thirty seconds are still challenging, and l always get a little nervous before I step into the lake or ocean. But I have learned to relax in this state of immersion. What began as a place of fear has become a place of finding.
附 听力原文：
Text 1
M: I can't bear to put my dog up for adoption, but I'm too old to take him for walks anymore. He's always chasing after cats. (1)
W: Don't worry. We'll find him a good home, I promise.
Text 2
M: How many planets are there between the Earth and the Sun (2)
W: Two. They are far beyond our current reach though.
Text 3
W: OK, let's get the meeting started. Martin, can you hand out these papers Jill, pull the curtains, please. Eric…where is Eric
M: He called to say his train has been delayed. (3)
W: OK, well, let's get started anyway.
Text 4
W: Do you need a lift I go past your place on my way home.
M: No, thanks. I have some papers to check so I'll catch the subway.(4)
W: OK then, don't work too late. See you tomorrow.
Text 5
W: Who was on the phone
M: The parcel service. The parcel we were supposed to get at 8:00 a.m. is now coming at 8:00 p.m. (5)
W: Really I knew they worked in the morning and afternoon, but I didn't know they worked in the evening.
Text 6
M: I'm just heading to the store. What kinds of fruit do your parents like
W: My dad likes apples but my mom prefers bananas.
M: OK, I'll get both. I'll also get some oranges so I can make juice. (6)
W: What are you going to make for lunch (7)
M: Well, I know your mom doesn't eat meat, so I thought we could just have a salad. (7)
W: That's very thoughtful of you, although I want a hamburger for lunch.
M: Maybe next time, sweetheart. If they come during summer, I can make some barbecue.
W: Well, let's just get through this meeting.
Text 7
W: My computer couldn't turn on. Can you have a look at it for me (8)
M: Sure. It doesn't seem to be getting any power. The power unit may be damaged.
W: Can it be fixed (8)
M: No, it would have to be replaced.
W: How much will that cost
M: I have a spare one here. It's $50.
W: That's not as much as I thought. When can you do it by
M: I can do it this afternoon. I'll check if other components are damaged too.
W: That's great. Unfortunately I'll be in meetings in my office all afternoon. (9) Can I pick it up tomorrow (10)
M: My shop will be closed tomorrow. Is the day after that any good (10)
W: Yes, Wednesday is fine. (10) See you then.
Text 8 (第11题为推断题)
M: How do you take your coffee
W: No milk or sugar please. I like the original taste.
M: So it must be important for you to visit me at home instead of the office. (12)
W: It's a bit sensitive. Julie is having to step away from her role as the company's general manager. (13)
M: Are you able to tell me why
W: Not really. It's nothing to do with the company. It's a family matter.
M: Well, I know her father was unwell.
W: Yes. In any case, we need someone to take charge while she is gone. (13)
M: You want me
W: I have spoken with the board, and we think you are the ideal candidate. The company needs you to step up. (13) Think of it as a new challenge.
M: I guess I have been in my role for a long time. Can I think about it
W: By all means, but I'll need an answer by Friday.
Text 9
W: What happened to your beard (14)
M: I had a slight accident when I was cutting it so I had to shave it all off. (14)
W: You look so young. You should keep it that way. (14)
M: No, I like my beard. I'll grow it back.
W: How long will it take you to get it back to the way it was (15)
M: About a month. (15) It grows pretty fast.
W: My son tried to grow a beard. After six weeks he gave up as it wasn't very long.
M: Well, as long as it's back by the time I go on holiday in two months.
W: That's right. You're off to watch the Rugby World Cup in France. (16)
M: Actually, Italy. They changed the venues. France is also hosting a football tournament, so there would have been too many people.
W: Well, I prefer Italy. They have better cuisine. (17)
M: Yeah, we're flying to Germany to see some old friends and then driving down through Switzerland.
W: The scenery is to die for!
M: Have you been to Switzerland
W: No, but I've seen it in films. I'm so envious.
M: I'll bring a gift back for you.
W: You better. But seriously, lose the beard.
Text 10 (第18题为总结题)
No one knows for sure how old kites are. In fact, kites have been in use for centuries. Twenty-five centuries ago, kites were well-known in China. These first kites were probably made of wood. Early kites were built for certain uses. In ancient China, they were used to carry ropes to cross rivers. (19) Once across, the ropes were torn down and wooden bridges would hang for them. Legend tells of one general who flew musical kites over his enemy's camp. The enemy ran away, believing the sounds to be the warning voices of angels. By the 15th century, many people flew kites in Europe. Marco Polo may have brought the kite back from his visit to China. Kites have been linked to great names and events. For instance, Benjamin Franklin used a kite to prove that lightning was a form of electricity. (20) He flew the kite in the storm. He did this in order to draw lightning from the clouds. He tied a metal key and silk to the kite line. The silk ribbon(丝带) would stop the lightning from passing through his body. Many people laughed at Benjamin's idea at first. However, his discovery would lead to a great invention. With such a grand history, kite flying is sure to remain an entertaining and popular sport.
英 语 2024.1
本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
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 animal is the man worrying about
A. A bear. B. A dog. C. A cat.
2. What subject is the man probably teaching
A. Geography. B. Physics. C. English.
3. Who is late for the meeting
A. Jill. B. Eric. C. Martin.
4. How will the man go home
A. Take the subway. B. Mail some papers. C. Drive home.
5. When was the parcel supposed to arrive
A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening.
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 is the man planning to make
A. Apple juice. B. Banana juice. C. Orange juice.
7. What will the speakers probably eat for lunch
A. A salad. B. Hamburgers. C. Barbecue.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman ask the man to do at first
A. Sell a second-hand computer to her.
B. Buy a new computer for her.
C. Repair her computer.
9. What will the woman do in the afternoon
A. Clean her office. B. Attend meetings. C. Go shopping.
10. What day is it tomorrow
A. Monday. B. Tuesday. C. Wednesday.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Lawyer and client.
B. Father and daughter.
C. Company owner and employee.
12. Where does the conversation take place
A. In an office. B. In a coffee shop. C. In the man's home.
13. Why does the woman talk to the man
A. To invite him for coffee.
B. To offer him a new position.
C. To complain about her family matter.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. How does the woman feel about the man's beard
A. She thinks it makes him look strange.
B. She prefers him to shave it all off.
C. She likes it to be longer.
15. How long does it take the man to grow a beard
A. About a month. B. About two months. C. About three months.
16. What sport is the man going to watch
A. Football. B. Rugby. C. Car racing.
17. Which country's food does the woman prefer
A. Italy. B. France. C. Switzerland.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the talk mainly about
A. Origin and development of kites.
B. Methods of making kites.
C. Uses of kites in wars.
19. What did ancient Chinese use kites to do
A. Pass on secret messages.
B. Give warnings of danger.
C. Carry ropes across rivers.
20. Why did Benjamin Franklin fly a kite in the storm
A. To test the effects of an invention.
B. To protect houses against lightning.
C. To prove that lightning is electricity.
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
The Inca Empire was the most powerful of the day, ruling western South America between 1400 and 1533. And the Inca leaders sometimes needed vacations! That's why the Inca built Machu Picchu in what's now Peru. All that's left today are ruins, but about 500 years ago, it was a bustling royal residence. Peek into the past to discover the secrets of this awesome spot.
ROYAL RELAXATION
The royal family lived mostly in the mountainous capital city, Cusco. But during the winter, they could move down to the warmer Machu Picchu. Emperor Pachacuti Inc a Yupanqui likely ordered construction of it around 1450. There, the royals could feast and entertain guests. The other 750 residents served the rulers and maintained the city.
PERFECT FIT
Earthquakes are common in Peru, so Inca builders designed Machu Picchu to resist these shakes. They cut the stones to fit together, and they didn't use any material, like cement, to bind them. This way, when the ground shook, the stones could bounce（弹跳） around and then settle back into place.
CODED LANGUAGE
The Inca didn't have a written language and instead used knotted cords called quipu(KEE-poo)to send messages and keep records. Experts think the style of the knot and the color of the string contained information. Researchers are now using computers to try to untangle these long-lost codes.
21. Why did the Inca Empire build Machu Picchu
A. For pleasure of more residents. B. For the recreation of the leaders.
C. For relocating the capital city. D. For appealing to more vacationers.·
22. What did Inca builders do to resist the shakes
A. They made the stones fit together. B. They used cement to bind them.
C. They made the stones bounce around. D. They settled the stones back into place.
23. How did the Inca share important information
A. By telling others face to face. B. By writing it down on large stones.
C. By using their own unique language. D. By coloring some materials picked.
B
When Soares was a young boy growing up in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, his family didn't have the means to pay for extracurricular activities. However, they found a solution by signing him up for a free circus（马戏团） school that aimed to keep him off the streets and out of trouble. It was there that Soares discovered his passion for performance art, including acrobatics, capoeira, acting, and clowning. Ballet never crossed his mind as a practical career option, as ballet wasn't a noticeable dance form in Brazil at the time.
At the age of 12, Soares began dancing but not in the traditional sense. His older brother was part of a hip-hop street dance group, and Soares started hanging out with them. He soon combined his circus school skills with hip-hop and capoeira to create a unique style that fascinated audiences in Rio.
One day, the head of a Brazilian dance company saw Soares perform and arranged for him to selection for a dance school. He was awarded a scholarship that covered his tuition fees, and he began studying modern dance. However, it wasn't long before everyone believed that Soares should switch to ballet. He was immediately put on a fast track, attending academic school in the mornings and ballet classes in the evenings.
Soares' parents were hesitant about their son pursuing ballet as a career. They were worried about his grades and whether ballet would provide him with a stable future. Soares shared their concerns and had never known anyone who pursued ballet professionally.
Despite these reservations, something incredible happened within two years of Soares starting ballet training. He participated in the Paris International Dance Competition and won a silver medal. This achievement was even more impressive considering that most of his competitors had been studying ballet since childhood. After Paris, Soares joined the national ballet company in Brazil and began earning money from his dancing.
Three years later, he went on to win the gold medal at the Moscow International Competition, previously won by legendary ballet dancers like Mikhail Baryshnikov.
24. Why was Soares sent to a circus school
A. To seek a chance to make a name. B. To stop him getting into trouble.
C. To earn money to pay for tuition fees. D. To develop an interest in performance art.
25. What can be inferred from Paragraph 3
A. Modern dance became his favorite.
B. Winning a scholarship was his main aim.
C. He quickly displayed his talent for ballet.
D. His academic classes had to give way to ballet classes.
26. What is the original attitude of Soares' parents to his pursuing ballet
A. Doubtful. B. Objective. C. Supportive. D. Unclear.
27. What's the best title for the text
A. An Unconventional Journey to a Ballet Star
B. The Financial Struggles of a Young Dancer
C. Modern Dance: A Gateway to Ballet Excellece
D. The Dilemma: Balancing School and Ballet for Success
C
A model of personalised dementia （痴呆症） support could improve life for people with dementia and their carers by allowing them to make the best choices for their own care needs.
In Britain, there is a concerning gap in dementia support, notes Dr Tomasina, Dementia Care Programme Lead at the University of Plymouth. "They have received a diagnosis but are not yet in need of a care home or input from specialists. Worryingly, these individuals and their carers, who are usually family members, are often left without suitable support to face a range of severe challenges," she says.
Challenges can include social lonliness, despair and frailty（脆弱） due to combined physical and cognitive decline. However, a five-year research project including the Universities of Plymouth and Manchester-established in 2018 and funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research—aims to remedy this disregard by evaluating a system for dementia support they have developed.
Dementia Personalised Care Team(D-PACT) proposes improving the lives of people living with dementia and their carers with personalised emotional and practical support from an appropriately trained Dementia Support Worker. "The Support Worker becomes a trusted point of contact who can spot potential problems before they get into crises," says Professor Richard Byng, Professor in Primary Care Research at the University of Plymouth. "It's a model that helps the individual and their carers function and stay together."
The study, which was conducted in a range of settings, shows potential value and has been well-received by those who took part. "People have described a step change in their support," says Professor Byng. "They say they feel listened to and treated as a person, getting reassurance and relief—particularly carers—that they are doing things right and someone is alongside them."
28. What's the purpose of the personalised support
A. To cure people with severe dementia.
B. To bridge the gap between patients and doctors.
C. To help people with dementia choose the best carers.
D. To better the life of people with dementia and their carers.
29. What does the underlined word "remedy" mean in Paragraph 3
A. Build up. B. Make up for. C. Take over. D. Take care of.
30. What can a trained Dementia Support Worker do
A. Deal with potential problems.
B. Propose to D-PACT a better support.
C. Help people with dementia recover quickly.
D. Provide emotional support for patients with dementia.
31. What can we learn about the personalised support
A. It can relieve people's stress. B. It functions like a person.
C. It can help people listen better. D. It is especially helpful to carers.
D
When it comes to keeping off extra pounds, watching what we eat may not be enough—we have to keep an eye on our food's packaging, too. Half the world is expected to be overweight by 2035. In addition to overeating and lack of exercise, the scientific community is exploring another factor that may contribute—eating products packaged in plastic.
For a study published last year, researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology set out to determine what chemical compounds（化合物） exist in 34 common plastic items that touch things we eat, such as yogurt cups, juice bottles, candy packages, and plastic wrap used for produce and cheese, as well as items often found in kitchen.
Of the 55,000 chemicals the researchers found in these items, only 629 were identifiable, which influence our bodies' ability to regulate weight, troubling health effects. "We're quite certain that there are many chemicals in plastic products that impact metabolism（新陈代谢）, but we just couldn't identify all of them," Martin Wagner, a study co-author said. Strikingly, Wagner and his colleagues found that a third of all the common products they tested contain chemicals that cause the adipogenic （生脂的） process. Although we are exposed to them daily, most of these mystery chemicals are unknown, unstudied and unregulated.
For years, experts have been warning against plastic food containers, particularly for hot or oily foods which may make the plastics unstable and increase the risk of chemical leaching（渗出）. As one of them, Wagner argues that we need to start reducing our exposure to plastic without waiting for more slow-moving research to prove that the plastics in our food, products, blood and organs are risk factors for bad health outcomes.
Really, reducing our plastic exposure should be our overall goal. When we think about cutting junk out of our diets, the criminals shouldn't just be candy and soda—plastic needs to go, too.
32. What newly-found factor may cause overweight
A. Eating too much. B. Lack of exercise.
C. Unhealthy eating habits. D. Food's plastic packaging.
33. What is the finding of the study published last year
A. Most products tested contain adipogenic chemicals.
B. Metabolism is affected by chemicals in plastic products.
C. The influence of plastic products on our health is unknown.
D. Only 629 chemicals in plastic products regulate people 's weight.
34. What does Wagner suggest we do
A. Stop eating foods packaged in plastic.
B. Avoid using plastic products for hot or oily foods.
C. Reduce our exposure to plastic as much as possible.
D. Wait for more research to prove the risks of plastics.
35. What is the passage mainly about
A. Keeping off extra pounds is urgent.
B. It's high time to stop using plastic packaging.
C. Chemicals in plastic packaging may lead to overweight.
D. Plastic food packaging proves to contain harmful chemicals.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分 12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When visiting a park, it is common to observe older individuals listening to audio（有声的）books instead of reading traditional books. Audio books have become quite popular these days. ___36___Is listening to an audio book just as beneficial as reading a book
___37___ Reading needs us to focus all our attention on the words in a book. We also need to find time and a specific place to sit down and read. However, audio books provide flexibility and allow individuals to engage in other activities while listening. And it gives your eyes a break, too.
But the big question is, do we get knowledge from audio books as effectively as we do from paper books ___38___ Volunteers in group one were asked to listen to an audio book while volunteers in group two read a book of the same content. Surprisingly, both groups recalled the same amount of information, whether they listened to it or read it.
Another study published in the Journal of Neuroscience further supported the result above. In the study, researchers scanned（扫描） people's brains when they listened to and read books. ___39___
Some people still believe that they learn better from reading paper books. One reason might be that when we listen to audio books, we are often multitasking. If you're trying to learn while doing two things, you're not going to learn as well. ___40___ It is important to avoid it while listening to audio books to ensure best learning outcomes.
A. How do people obtain audio books
B. You can listen to audio books anytime.
C. Multitasking can interrupt effective learning.
D. Researchers conduct an experiment to figure it out.
E. Why are more and more people choosing audio books
F. One of the main advantages of audio books is convenience.
G. It reveals that both activities excite almost the same parts of the brain.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
In 1978, Avril and Christopher Rowlands paid 6 for a fir（冷杉）, brought it to their new home in the pretty village of Inkberry. After ___41___ their first Christmas together, they planted the tree in their front garden to ___42___ their first Christmas in their new home. It has ___43___ grown over the years and nowadays, it ___44___ over their four-bedroom property—measuring about 50 feet. Each December the couple decorate their giant fi r with thousands of fairy lights which they switch on for the ___45___ .
The tree is so ___46___ that a cherry picker is used to reach the top branches and add the star to the top. The lighted tree is one of the brightest landmarks（标志性建筑） in Inkberrow, which is one of UK's darkest villages ___47___ there being no street lights.
Avril and Christopher's fi r now attracts thousands of people who ___48___ their tree every December. As a retired TV writer, Avril said, "We love doing the Christmas lights. The ___49___can be seen from miles around on nights and people ___50___ to see it. It's become something of a (an) ___51___ for people in the village and beyond. It even ___52___ me to write a children's book about the tree called The Laxford House Christmas Tree." The couple ask for people who admire the tree to make a ___53___ and over the years they have raised thousands of pounds for charity.
"The tree is really ___54___ ," said the retired BBC editor Christopher. "During COVID, it was lit, like a beacon（灯塔） of ___55___ ."
41. A. consuming B. enjoying C. perceiving D. planning
42. A. defend B. support C. expose D. mark
43. A. initially B. steadily C. tightly D. severely
44. A. runs B. stands C. swings D. stretches
45. A. strangers B. passers-by C. villagers D. travelers
46. A. tall B. attractive C. unique D. bright
47. A. in spite of B. by means of C. in case of D. on account of
48. A. spot B. view C. decorate D. water
49. A. tree B. light C. gift D. garden
50. A. struggle B. crowd C. march D. parade
51. A. appetite B. fashion C. tradition D. trend
52. A. inspired B. persuaded C. allowed D. convinced
53. A. difference B. decision C. donation D. fortune
54. A. rare B. slight C. secure D. special
55. A. hope B. kindness C. success D. pride
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。
In China, paper-cutting is one of the treasures of traditional culture. It uses paper ___56___ a material and create s various patterns and shapes through the cutting and carving of scissors or knives. The history of paper-cutting ___57___ back to the Han Dynasty, when people began to use paper-cutting to decorate doors, windows, and screens. With the passage of time, paper-cutting ___58___ (gradual) developed into a unique art form and spread throughout the country.
The themes of paper-cutting are very extensive, ___59___(include) animals, plants, characters, fairy tales, and so on. The most common themes are zodiac signs and the character "fu" (good fortune), ___60___ symbolize good luck and happiness. The production process of paper-cutting requires patience and skill. First, artists need to draw sketches（草图） ___61___ (base) on the theme and shape to be expressed on paper. Then, they use scissors or knives ___62___ (cut) and carve along the lines of the sketch, cutting out various shapes and patterns. Finally, the cut patterns ___63___ (stick) to paper or other items to complete a beautiful paper-cutting work.
Paper-cutting is not only ___64___ art form, but also a cultural heritage. It shows the ___65___(wise) and creativity of the Chinese people, conveying the values and beauty of Chinese culture. Therefore, we should treasure and inherit（继承） this valuable cultural heritage.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华，你校的某位外籍交换生在校英文报“Ask and Reply”栏目中求助，说自己刚到中国不久，语言不通，朋友不多，心理压力很大。请你就此来信给出建议。
注意：
1.词数80 左右；
2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear newcomer,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写一段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was already afraid of the water. After experiencing a shark attack when I was eight years old on a family trip to Florida, I barely went in the ocean any deeper than my knees. By shark, I mean dolphin, and by attack, I mean he was bobbing around in the water about five miles from shore, but people were screaming“SHARK!”and waving their hands around along the coastline. Real shark or not, that moment stuck with me. That memory, coupled with being freezing in any weather less than thirty degrees Celsius（摄氏）, made the idea of plunging（投入） into cold water a hard pass.
My husband, Mike, had been cold plunging（冰浴） for years and would present me with facts to prove that it was a good thing. By doing so, you experience benefits such as heightened energy, immune（免疫的） system support, boosted mood, better sleep, and stress reduction. It was an appealing list of benefits—none of which mattered to me. What was presented as a clear "wonder drug" was still not attractive enough for me to get out of my warm house and go swimming. Did I mention that I live in Canada It's minus twenty degrees Celsius here sometimes.
On New Year's Day, Mike invited me to his cold plunging. I had been thinking less about health data and more about my confidence. Do you want to do something hard Something brave I asked myself. Something completely scary, uncomfortable and seemingly crazy, or do you want to say no and focus on all of the reasons why you wouldn't dare I put on my swimsuit, covered it up with eighteen wool sweaters, and joined Mike for the adventure.
In fairness, it was a beautiful day. This made the scary thing feel a little more reasonable as Inegotiated（谈判；协商） with myself the entire twelve-minute drive. My heart was already pounding. We had packed a bag with towels, blankets, warm water for cleaning our sandy feet, and a hot cup of coffee to warm our hands.
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。
I was determined to do the hard thing. I have now been cold plunging for over a year.
临沂市2023-2024学年高二上学期期末考试
英语试题
参考答案
第一部分 听力 (共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分)
1~5 BABAA 6~10 CACBB 11~15 CCBBA 16~20 BAACC
第二部分 阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
21~23 BAC 24~27 BCAA 28~31 DBDD 32~35 DBCC
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36~40 EFDGC
第三部分 语言运用 (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)
41~45 BDBDC 46~50 ADBAB 51~55 CACDA
第二节 语篇填空 (共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分)
56. as 57. dates 58. gradually 59. including 60. which
61. based 62. to cut 63. are stuck 64. an 65. wisdom
第四部分 写作 (满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
One Possible version:
Dear newcomer,
I've read your problems in the newspaper and I understand quite well that you are anxious.
It is true that learning a new language and adjusting to a new environment take time. Actually, language is your advantage, which you can take of to help your classmates to learn English. And I believe they would be glad to help you with your Chinese.
What's more, taking part in some activities or joining school clubs would be a good choice, which provides a chance to meet new people and gets familiar with the environment. You may even make new friends.
Enjoy your life in China and have a good time here.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
One possible version:
I was determined to do the hard thing. I dipped a toe in the icy waters. Slowly, I inched my legs forward until the waves unexpectedly climbed up to my kneecaps. My first cold plunging lasted five seconds. I was out of that water faster than a ball from a cannon. I screamed, laughed, and tripped. I had done it! The feeling of accomplishment washed away all my fears. I already knew I had the courage to go under, but now I had to work on staying there. The following week I stayed a little longer. I taught myself I could trust myself, knowing that I was more powerful than that taunting voice in my head.
I have now been cold dipping for over a year. In the depths of winter, I have broken through ice and breathed through the icy cold. I enjoy those moments more than any other part of my day. I am thinking only about survival, not my car payment, the garden that need cleaning, or my gray hair. The first thirty seconds are still challenging, and l always get a little nervous before I step into the lake or ocean. But I have learned to relax in this state of immersion. What began as a place of fear has become a place of finding.
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Text 1
M: I can't bear to put my dog up for adoption, but I'm too old to take him for walks anymore. He's always chasing after cats. (1)
W: Don't worry. We'll find him a good home, I promise.
Text 2
M: How many planets are there between the Earth and the Sun (2)
W: Two. They are far beyond our current reach though.
Text 3
W: OK, let's get the meeting started. Martin, can you hand out these papers Jill, pull the curtains, please. Eric…where is Eric
M: He called to say his train has been delayed. (3)
W: OK, well, let's get started anyway.
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W: Do you need a lift I go past your place on my way home.
M: No, thanks. I have some papers to check so I'll catch the subway.(4)
W: OK then, don't work too late. See you tomorrow.
Text 5
W: Who was on the phone
M: The parcel service. The parcel we were supposed to get at 8:00 a.m. is now coming at 8:00 p.m. (5)
W: Really I knew they worked in the morning and afternoon, but I didn't know they worked in the evening.
Text 6
M: I'm just heading to the store. What kinds of fruit do your parents like
W: My dad likes apples but my mom prefers bananas.
M: OK, I'll get both. I'll also get some oranges so I can make juice. (6)
W: What are you going to make for lunch (7)
M: Well, I know your mom doesn't eat meat, so I thought we could just have a salad. (7)
W: That's very thoughtful of you, although I want a hamburger for lunch.
M: Maybe next time, sweetheart. If they come during summer, I can make some barbecue.
W: Well, let's just get through this meeting.
Text 7
W: My computer couldn't turn on. Can you have a look at it for me (8)
M: Sure. It doesn't seem to be getting any power. The power unit may be damaged.
W: Can it be fixed (8)
M: No, it would have to be replaced.
W: How much will that cost
M: I have a spare one here. It's $50.
W: That's not as much as I thought. When can you do it by
M: I can do it this afternoon. I'll check if other components are damaged too.
W: That's great. Unfortunately I'll be in meetings in my office all afternoon. (9) Can I pick it up tomorrow (10)
M: My shop will be closed tomorrow. Is the day after that any good (10)
W: Yes, Wednesday is fine. (10) See you then.
Text 8 (第11题为推断题)
M: How do you take your coffee
W: No milk or sugar please. I like the original taste.
M: So it must be important for you to visit me at home instead of the office. (12)
W: It's a bit sensitive. Julie is having to step away from her role as the company's general manager. (13)
M: Are you able to tell me why
W: Not really. It's nothing to do with the company. It's a family matter.
M: Well, I know her father was unwell.
W: Yes. In any case, we need someone to take charge while she is gone. (13)
M: You want me
W: I have spoken with the board, and we think you are the ideal candidate. The company needs you to step up. (13) Think of it as a new challenge.
M: I guess I have been in my role for a long time. Can I think about it
W: By all means, but I'll need an answer by Friday.
Text 9
W: What happened to your beard (14)
M: I had a slight accident when I was cutting it so I had to shave it all off. (14)
W: You look so young. You should keep it that way. (14)
M: No, I like my beard. I'll grow it back.
W: How long will it take you to get it back to the way it was (15)
M: About a month. (15) It grows pretty fast.
W: My son tried to grow a beard. After six weeks he gave up as it wasn't very long.
M: Well, as long as it's back by the time I go on holiday in two months.
W: That's right. You're off to watch the Rugby World Cup in France. (16)
M: Actually, Italy. They changed the venues. France is also hosting a football tournament, so there would have been too many people.
W: Well, I prefer Italy. They have better cuisine. (17)
M: Yeah, we're flying to Germany to see some old friends and then driving down through Switzerland.
W: The scenery is to die for!
M: Have you been to Switzerland
W: No, but I've seen it in films. I'm so envious.
M: I'll bring a gift back for you.
W: You better. But seriously, lose the beard.
Text 10 (第18题为总结题)
No one knows for sure how old kites are. In fact, kites have been in use for centuries. Twenty-five centuries ago, kites were well-known in China. These first kites were probably made of wood. Early kites were built for certain uses. In ancient China, they were used to carry ropes to cross rivers. (19) Once across, the ropes were torn down and wooden bridges would hang for them. Legend tells of one general who flew musical kites over his enemy's camp. The enemy ran away, believing the sounds to be the warning voices of angels. By the 15th century, many people flew kites in Europe. Marco Polo may have brought the kite back from his visit to China. Kites have been linked to great names and events. For instance, Benjamin Franklin used a kite to prove that lightning was a form of electricity. (20) He flew the kite in the storm. He did this in order to draw lightning from the clouds. He tied a metal key and silk to the kite line. The silk ribbon(丝带) would stop the lightning from passing through his body. Many people laughed at Benjamin's idea at first. However, his discovery would lead to a great invention. With such a grand history, kite flying is sure to remain an entertaining and popular sport.
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