江西省部分高中学校2023-2024学年高三上学期期中联考
英语试题
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
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3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上
第一节（共5小题；每小题1. 5分，满分7. 5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题，每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19. 15. B. 9. 18. C. 9. 15.
答案是C。
1. What time is it now
A. About 5: 20 pm. B. About 5: 40 pm. C. About 6: 00 pm.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. The language to learn. B. The film to watch. C. The course to attend.
3. What will the man do tonight
A. Stay at home. B. Go to a club. C. Attend a meeting.
4. Where are the speakers
A. In a bank. B. In a restaurant. C. In a store.
5. Why did the man leave his previous job
A. To become famous. B. To study further. C. To find a new job.
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 does the woman probably do
A. An assistant. B. A doctor. C. A professor.
7. When will the man go to see the doctor
A. On Wednesday. B. On Thursday. C. On Friday.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the conversation mainly about
A. A building. B. A designer. C. A picture.
9. Which subject does the woman like best
A. History. B. Music. C. Math.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. How did Andy feel when he first arrived at the classroom
A. Excited and pleased. B. Anxious and afraid. C. Embarrassed and annoyed.
11. What can we know about Mr Perry
A. He is strict. B. He is energetic. C. He is funny.
12. Why did the bell ring at 12: 00
A. To tell students class is over.
B. To tell students to have lunch.
C. To remind students to attend class.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What does the man think of Lucy's taking flying lessons
A. Surprising. B. Impractical. C. Interesting.
14. What does Lucy work as
A. A pilot. B. A nurse. C. A doctor.
15. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Teach in a college. B. Start her own restaurant. C. Teach an Italian cooking class.
16. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Brother and sister. C. Teacher and student.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where does the speaker come from
A. Australia. B. America. C. England.
18. What do English people think of Americans
A. Humorous. B. Quiet. C. Friendly.
19. What did the speaker like to do in the afternoon in England
A. Enjoy afternoon tea. B. Watch comedy shows. C. Play with his friends.
20. What did the speaker find amazing in England
A. The TV programs. B. The old buildings. C. The tea shops.
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 animal kingdom is home to various creatures, some of which have powerful abilities.
Box Jellyfish（水母）
Found mainly in the waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, the box jellyfish is one of the most poisonous creatures on Earth. Its feelers can deliver a very painful bite, which can cause heart failure and even death in humans. Due to its special appearance, it is not easy to be spotted in the water, making it a great threat to swimmers and divers.
Saltwater Crocodiles（鳄鱼）
Known as the largest living reptile, saltwater crocodiles are found in the coastal regions of Asia, Australia and America. These huge killers can grow up to 23 feet in length and have extremely powerful teeth capable of breaking bones. They are known for killing other animals in the natural habitats.
African Elephants
While most elephants are generally peaceful creatures, African elephants can be extremely dangerous when threatened. They are the largest land animals on Earth and like eating tree leaves. They can charge at a speed of up to 25 miles per hour and use their long teeth and powerful trunks to defend themselves.
African Buffaloes
African buffaloes are a kind of large herbivorous animal of the cow family found in sub-Saharan Africa. Despite their seemingly quiet appearance, they can become extremely aggressive when threatened. They have sharp horns and a strong charge, making them terrible and dangerous animals to encounter in the wild.
21. What do we know about the box jellyfish
A. Its bites are harmless. B. Its feelers are not aggressive.
C. It is easy to hide from detection. D. It is generally a peaceful creature.
22. Which of the following animals feed on plants
A. Box jellyfish and African buffaloes. B. Box jellyfish and saltwater crocodiles.
C. African elephants and African buffaloes. D. Saltwater crocodiles and African elephants.
23. What do these four kinds of animals have in common
A. Sharp teeth. B. Strong attack force.
C. Poisonous creatures. D. Threatening appearance.
B
Artist Tom Campbell has exhibited his work at Outlaw Studios at Marina Commercial Park. The exhibition is Tom's largest one to date and includes affordable art. The interactive show is made up of drawings, paintings, sculptures and live performances. Throughout the exhibition. Tom is working, giving the public an opportunity to watch inside his studio and have their portraits drawn. People can also commission a piece of their choosing.
Wall painting is part of Tom's output. He has created a wall painting for Electric Picnic, along with four other artists invited to take part in this commission. His wall painting has a special theme, portrayed by doves（鸽子）. As well as his anti-war standpoint, he is doing something meaningful. Tom is a founding member of a tree planting project called Trees Please. The group has distributed 10, 000 trees in about four years across Ireland.
Humour is also important for Tom in his art. He can treat heavy subjects with irony, often employing an aggressive combination of lively colors and animals with wistful expressions communicating the importance of respect, peace, understanding and love. He has done creative work for mental health charities.
Tom was born with a love for art. He enjoys playing musical instruments in public, like the violin. He gets lots of smiles from people. He also sings and has an online channel featuring his songs, which are very improvised（即兴的）. All this creativity is a lifeline for him, who believes that art is a necessity rather than a luxury.
Art is something everybody can do. If creativity was embraced by people in an open way, it could transform society. Art can bring a lot of joy. Everyone is creative and enjoys creativity whether it's music or visual art or whatever.
24. What do we know about Tom's exhibition
A. It is targeted at the rich. B. It takes on a variety of forms.
C. It offers a hands-on painting experience. D. It is the largest one throughout art history.
25. What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us about Tom
A. His sense of humor and creativity. B. His effort to protect plants and animals.
C. His advice on painting and planting trees. D. His passion for peace and the environment.
26. What can we learn from Tom's improvised songs
A. Art is a luxury. B. Art has no boundaries.
C. He has creative talent. D. He is popular in public.
27. In which column of a magazine can the text probably appear
A. Literature. B. Figure. C. Finance. D. Society.
C
Humans have long known that being in nature is good for the mind and body. From indigenous（本土的） adolescents completing the adult ceremony in the wild to modern East Asian cultures taking “forest baths”, many have looked to nature as a place for healing and personal growth. But the question still remains. How can nature make it
There is no doubt that being in nature reduces the physiological symptoms of stress in our bodies. What this means is that we are less likely to be anxious and fearful in nature, and therefore we can be more open to other people and creative patterns of thought. Also, nature often leads to awe, wonder and respect, all these emotions facilitating everything from physical to mental health. There is also some evidence that exposure to nature impacts the brain. Viewing natural beauty makes specific reward circuits in the brain associated with dopamine release, a chemical that gives us a sense of purpose, joy and energy to pursue our goals.
But, regrettably, people seem to be spending less time outdoors and less time in nature than before. It is also clear that, in the past 30 years, people's levels of stress and sense of “busyness” have risen dramatically. These joint forces have led environmental writer Richard Louv to coin the term “Nature Deficit Disorder”-a form of suffering that comes from a sense of disconnection from nature and its powers.
Perhaps we should take note and try a course corrective. The 19th century philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote about nature, “There I feel that nothing can befall me in life—no disgrace, no calamity.” The science speaks to Emerson's intuition. It's time to realize that nature is more than just a material resource. It's also a pathway to human health and happiness.
28. Why are “indigenous adolescents” and “modern East Asian cultures” mentioned in paragraph 1
A. To clarify a viewpoint. B. To answer the question below.
C. To present the natural scenery. D. To show the cultural differences.
29. What does the underlined word “facilitating” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Promoting. B. Restricting. C. Exposing. D. Covering.
30. What is the tone of the author in writing paragraph 3
A. Humorous. B. Proud. C. Indifferent. D. Uneasy.
31. What can be the best title for the text
A. Is It Time to Challenge Yourself in Nature
B. Do You Know Nature Is a Material Resource
C. Why Do We Care About the Natural Environment
D. What Can Happen When We Connect with Nature
D
Nash equilibrium（纳什均衡） is named after John Nash, an American mathematician. It is a kind of concept, which attempts to determine mathematically and logically the actions that participants of a game should take to secure the best outcomes for themselves.
To find it in a game, one would have to model out each of the possible scenarios to determine the results and then choose what the most satisfactory strategy would be. In a two-person game, this would take into consideration the possible strategies that both players could choose. If neither player changes their strategy knowing all of the information, a Nash equilibrium has occurred.
Imagine a game between Tom and Sam. In this simple game, both players can choose strategy A to receive $1, or strategy B to lose $1. Logically, both players choose strategy A and receive a payoff of $1. If you revealed Sam's strategy to Tom and vice versa（反之亦然）, you see that no player's choice is different from the original one. Knowing the other player's move means little and doesn't change either player's behavior. Outcome A represents the Nash equilibrium.
Nash equilibrium helps a player determine the best payoff in a situation based on not only their decisions but also the decisions of other parties involved. It can also be used in many aspects of life, from economics to social behavioral sciences, from business strategies to a house sale and so on.
Unlike dominant strategy, Nash equilibrium doesn't always lead to the most satisfactory outcome. In most cases, such as in war, whether that is a military war or a bidding war, an individual rarely knows the opponent's strategy or what they want the outcome to be. It just means that an individual chooses the best strategy based on the information they have. Nash equilibrium can only occur if a player chooses to remain with their current strategy if they know their opponent's strategy. Furthermore, in multiple games played with the same opponents, it does not take into consideration past behavior, which often predicts future behavior.
32. Which kind of concept does Nash equilibrium belong to
A. Game theory. B. Secrecy strategies.
C. Player information. D. Participation qualifications.
33. How does the author explain Nash equilibrium in paragraph 3
A. By quoting sayings. B. By drawing a parallel.
C. By giving an illustration. D. By summarizing reasons.
34. What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us about Nash equilibrium
A. Its elements. B. Its drawbacks. C. Its backgrounds. D. Its applications.
35. What is the author's attitude to Nash equilibrium
A. Resistant. B. Objective. C. Confused. D. Curious.
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。
Indoor plants are a beautiful way to brighten up your home, especially in the gray months of winter. 36 If you have children or if children visit your home, it is important that you know which plants are poisonous to young curious humans. Some gardening experts often point out houseplants in friends' homes that should be kept out of children's mouths.
Expert Kaitlyn Brown said that they got an average of 33, 000 calls a year from people, whose kids put different plants in their mouths. The cases usually involve children under 3. They like to explore their environments. 37 But in some cases, a child's breathing, skin and eyes can be badly harmed.
Expert Damiano wrote that she recently visited her cousin's home and saw a plant in the kitchen. Her cousin told her that her young son, who had just begun crawling, had shown interest in the leaves. In fact, eating a small amount of the plant's stem can cause throat and mouth swelling. 38
So parents should teach their young children not to put non-food plant parts into their mouths. 39 And they can learn the official botanical names of houseplants so that they are able to provide that information quickly to a poison control expert, if needed.
40 Spider plants are harmless and are also among the easiest indoor plants to grow. There are many other plants suitable for indoor use. Choose the right ones, which not only decorate the home but also benefit the health of children.
A. They should also educate themselves.
B. But there can be a dark side to houseplants.
C. These harmful plants are dangerous choices.
D. Not all houseplants are troublesome, of course.
E. Indoor environments impact children's plant preferences.
F. And the plant's liquid can cause nose, skin and eye pain.
G. Most accidental exposures are not serious to the age group.
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。
I'm a late boomer as a writer. I've been writing for children for 30 years, and I sold my first 41 in 2011.
It wasn't until I started teaching first grade in Los Angeles that I was 42 by the poetry and simple beauty of picture books. From then on, I began having the 43 that I could write riddles, poems and stories for children to 44 in the classroom.
One day, a fellow teacher pulled me aside on the playground. “Dianne, you are so 45 , so you should produce something new, not just for teaching in classrooms,” she said. I felt 46 after hearing her opinion. How could I really write well Could I 47 a career as a word artist But finally I 48 my job in the Los Angeles school system and moved to Southampton, wishing to write better picture books.
I studied, read, wrote and submitted. Though I received payment on some 49 , I still couldn't earn enough money to 50 all my expenses. So I opened a small cleaning service, 51 after wealthy New York City weekenders, and I did all of the work myself. 52 , I still had time to write after work. Thirty years seemed long, but I'd kept my 53 alive. Finally, twenty complimentary（免费赠送的） copies of my first story, Hush Little Beachcomber, illustrated by Holly McGee, arrived at my door at the end of February in 2011. What a complete 54 it was on that freezing winter afternoon!
This is the main thing I want to tell you: Never give up. After all, you never know when you will make your 55 .
41. A. work B. car C. house D. company
42. A. beaten B. struck C. puzzled D. trapped
43. A. doubt B. chance C. idea D. proof
44. A. adapt B. clarify C. sell D. employ
45. A. sincere B. creative C. dynamic D. athletic
46. A. energetic B. confident C. lost D. pitiful
47. A. call B. accept C. launch D. pursue
48. A. chose B. began C. took D. quit
49. A. contributions B. accommodations C. food D. cleaning
50. A. charge B. cover C. double D. offer
51. A. turning over B. pulling over C. cheering up D. tidying up
52. A. Elegantly B. Cautiously C. Fortunately D. Apparently
53. A. dream B. education C. contact D. tradition
54. A. wonder B. curiosity C. sympathy D. fright
55. A. decision B. mark C. trip D. comment
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。
“Can I ask a big favor ” a foreign prince asked a young Chinese craftsman standing behind a booth with various dough figurines（面人） 56 display. The prince invited the young man to make 57 extra figurine so that he could present it to each of his children after 58 （amaze）by the artistry involved in making dough figurines.
The young man, Lang Jiaziyu, 59 is a third-generation inheritor of Beijing “Dough Figurine Lang”, was born in 1995. The surname “Lang” is attached to the figurine as a traditional way in China 60 （convey）gratitude for the family's contributions to the craft. Carrying on his family's famous tradition of making dough figurines, Lang Jiaziyu is putting new creative ideas and cultural elements into the craft, ensuring 61 （it）popularity stays forever young.
The dough figurine 62 （initial） became well-known as a typical folk art found on the streets, which required speedy production. Within three to five minutes, a craftsman could finish a piece of work. The main ingredients are dough, honey and salt. With their simple and basic materials, quick production and small size, the dough figurines 63 （gain） popularity as unique cultural artworks in Beijing for many years. A great number of people have deep 64 （appreciate） for these small sculptures. They can 65 （use）for home decorations and children's toys.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是学生会主席李华，你校计划在本月成立英语学习中心（English Learning Center）。请你写一篇倡议书，号召同学们积极加人，内容包括：
1. 成立该中心的目的；
2. 该中心的活动内容。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear fellow students, The Students' Union
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两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Thirty years ago, I was a sixteen-year-old boy, tall and thin. It was the end of summer and the cool winds of fall were in the air. In front of a house, there was a truckload of wood, which my father, my brother and I had unloaded the day before.
My father and my brother were out to do farm work, so I needed to move these pieces of wood around the house again and again to where we were piling the chopped wood. And then I would cover it with oilcloth to keep it from getting wet. In those days, we used to use these wood fires to cook. We tried our best to collect firewood because we still needed some to get through the whole winter.
I worked fast at first, but soon I realized that I needed to go slower if I didn't want to make myself too tired. Then I spent much time piling the wood and tying it together with a rope in case of falling down. To start with, I thought the work was boring. But then it became a game for me. Seeing that I could pile the wood so neatly, I smiled during the hard work.
After a while, the wood was all piled up, and my skinny arms felt a little sore. However, I didn't stop working. I still needed to fetch some water with containers from the spring near our home. Our well water was so full of iron that it tasted terrible, so all cooking and drinking water had to come from the spring. The five-gallon containers felt like they weighed a ton, but I picked one at a time and carried them all up the hill to my house.
As I carried the last container back home, I saw my mother smiling at me at the door with a glass of tea in her hand. She said to me, “Here you are, baby. Just take a break.” We sat down with our dogs at our feet, watching the leaves blowing in the wind. Relaxing in the moment of peace and harmony, I figured out a good way to get water easier.
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 decided to make a pipe to convey water. My neighbors came to my house to get water at dusk.
高三英语试卷参考答案
听力部分录音材料
听力部分。该部分分为第一、第二两节。
注意：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。停顿00'10''
现在是听力试音时间。
M: Hello. International Friends Club. Can I help you
W: Oh, hello. I read about your club in the paper today and I thought I'd phone to find out a bit more.
M: Yes, certainly. Well, we are a sort of social club for people from different countries. It's quite a new club—we have about 50 members at the moment, but we are growing all the time.
W: That sounds interesting. I'm British actually, and I came to Washington about three months ago. I'm looking for ways to meet people. Er, what kinds of events do you organize
M: Well, we have social get-togethers, and sports events, and we also have language evenings.
W: Could you tell me something about the language evenings
M: Yes. Every day except Thursday we have a language evening. People can come and practice their languages—you know. over a drink or something. We have different languages on different evenings. Monday—Spanish; Tuesday—Italian; Wednesday—German; and Friday—French. On Thursday we usually have a meal in a restaurant for anyone who wants to come.
W: Well, that sounds great. I really need to practice my French.
M: OK. Well. if you can just give me your name and address. I'll send you the form and some more information. If you join now, you can have the first month free.
试音到此结束。
听力考试正式开始。
停顿00'10''
请看听力部分第一节。
第一节
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。
停顿00'02''
例如：现在你有5秒钟的时间看试卷上的例题。
停顿00'05''
你将听到以下内容：
M: Excuse me. Can you tell me how much the shirt is
W: Yes, it's nine fifteen.
停顿00'02''
你将有5秒钟的时间将正确答案标在试卷上。
停顿00'05''
衬衫的价格为9镑15便士，所以你选择C项，并将其标在试卷上。
现在，你有5秒钟的时间阅读第1小题的有关内容。
停顿00'05''
（Text 1）
M: I'm in trouble. I have to get these letters to the post office before it closes at 6 pm, and it's almost 6 pm already.
W: Take it easy. This clock is twenty minutes fast.
（Text 2）
W: Sam. which optional course will you take this semester
M: Film studies, I guess. But I'll consider French as an alternative.
（Text 3）
W: Would you like to go to the club tonight
M: I'd rather stay at home and watch TV. I have to get up early to attend a meeting tomorrow.
（Text 4）
M: These two ties look very nice. How much are they
W: It was originally 60 pounds for each, but if you buy two, you will get another one free.
M: OK. I will take three.
（Text 5）
W: Welcome to our company. We'd like you to tell us about your work experience.
M: I worked at a famous company for two years.
W: Can you tell us why you left
M: I left because I went back to study and get my master's degree.
第一节到此结束。
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。现在，你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。
（Text 6）
W: Good morning. This is Doctor White's office. May I help you
M: I'd like to make an appointment to see the doctor this week.
W: Well, I'm afraid he is fully booked on Monday and Tuesday. How about Wednesday
M: I have classes at the university on Wednesday. Will Thursday be OK
W: Sorry. I'm afraid he is fully booked on Thursday too.
M: Friday
W: Yes! He will be free on Friday this week. How about Friday morning
M: I prefer some time in the afternoon if it's possible. Thank you!
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。现在，你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。
（Text 7）
W: You know, I've never seen the pictures you took of New York.
M: Didn't I show them to you after I got back Well. I have them with me. Look at this one.
W: Fantastic. Where was this taken
M: From the top of the World Trade Center. Do you know the Statue of Liberty was designed by a Frenchman
W: Uh-huh. Bartholdi. It was given to the United States by France on the 100th birthday of the US independence.
M: You know a lot about history.
W: History is my favorite subject!
M: Oh, I thought you like math best! Well, let's look at another one.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。现在，你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。
（Text 8）
W: How was your first day in the new school. Andy
M: Today isn't bad, though I arrived at the classroom with anxiety and fear.
W: That's great. What about your teacher
M: Oh, do you mean Mr Perry He said to me with a soft voice, which comforted me.
W: What is the difference between the new school and the old one
M: Mr Perry gave each of us a piece of paper which was about “course requirements”. I had never got this before. Then he asked us to choose the seat we liked.
W: You said it. Mr Perry is always kind and strict.
M: I think that's the reason why my parents asked me to travel a long distance to be a student of Mr Perry.
W: It would be good for your future. And any funny stories today
M: Yes. I went back to the classroom when the bell rang at 12: 00. But my teacher told me it was the lunch bell. I felt embarrassed, you know.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。现在，你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。
（Text 9）
M: Gina, Gina. . . Gina What are you doing
W: Oh. I was just thinking about our conversation with Lucy the other night. I hope Lucy can find someplace to take flying lessons.
M: I am surprised. I have no idea that Lucy is interested in learning how to fly.
W: And do you know she wants to leave her job and go back to school She says she doesn't have enough responsibility as a nurse. She wants to be a doctor. I hope her dream comes true.
M: Me too. By the way, are you still thinking about opening an Italian restaurant
W: I wish I could. But I can't do that unless I have a lot of money.
M: I know. Sometimes I wish we'd win a lot of money. But we need to be more realistic. Why don't you consider teaching an Italian cooking class You're a great cook and you could do it at home.
W: Frank, that's not a bad idea. I could get more experience and build a reputation. And then, eventually, I might be able to teach an evening class at one of the community colleges.
M: See Aren't you glad you married me I have good ideas sometimes.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。现在，你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。
（Text 10）
M: The most unforgettable experience I've ever had Well, that was three years ago when I was in college. I spent a term studying in London. Even though we speak the same language. English people and Americans are very different. They think that we Americans are friendly and that we have a strong desire to be successful and rich. And I think the British are quiet and gentle. I love the lifestyle there. Going out for afternoon tea was fun, and I always did that with my friends. And I really love the old buildings. We don't have anything that old in the United States, so it is pretty amazing! By the way, I also went to Australia once. The buildings there aren't so attractive either. The British also have a different sense of humor. Their comedy shows on TV are really funny. I'd like to say my experience was a positive one. In fact. I'm saving up money so I can go back there again.
第二节到此结束。
现在，你有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
听力部分到此结束。
试题答案
听力：
1～5 BCACB 6～10 ACCAB 11～15 ABABC 16～20 ABCAB
阅读：
21～23 CCB
A篇：本文是应用文，介绍了四种强大的动物。
21. C【解析】细节理解题。根据Box Jelly fish介绍中的最后一句可知，箱水母因其特殊的外形在水中容易隐藏，不容易被人发现。
22. C【解析】推理判断题。根African Elephants和African Buffaloes介绍中的关键信息eating tree leaves和 herbivorous animals可知，非洲大象和非洲水牛属于食草动物。
23. B【解析】细节理解题。根据文中各段落中的关键信息powerful abilities, the most poisonous creatures. known for killing other animals. extremely dangerous和 extremely aggressive可知，此四种动物都有很强的攻击力。
24～27BDCB
B篇：本文是记叙文，叙述了Tom对艺术的热爱与执着。
24. B【解析】细节理解题。根据第一段第三句可知，Tom的展览形式多样化，由素描、油画、雕塑和现场表演组成。
25. D【解析】主旨大意题。第二段介绍了Tom的反战立场和植树项目。因此，该段主要告诉我们Tom对和平和环境的热爱。
26. C【解析】推理判断题。根据第四段最后两句可知，我们可以从Tom即兴创作的歌曲得知他的创作天赋。
27. B【解析】推理判断题。本文叙述了Tom对艺术的热爱与执着。因此，本文可能来自杂志的人物栏目。
28～31 AADD
C篇：本文是说明文，介绍了接触大自然的好处：促进身心健康。
28. A【解析】推理判断题。根据第一段第一句和第二句可知，作者提及本土的青少年和现代东亚文化是为了明一个观点：置身大自然对身心都有好处。
29. A【解析】词义推测题。根据语境可知，大自然会引发人的敬畏、惊叹和尊重之情，这些情绪都有助于提升人的健康和幸福感。由此可知，画线词意为“促进”。
30. D【解析】推理判断题。根据第三段可知，人们花在户外和大自然中的时间似乎比以前少了，作者对此感到很担忧。regrettably是答案提示词。
31. D【解析】主旨大意题。文章介绍了接触大自然的好处：促进身心健康。由此可知，“当我们与自然联系时，会发生什么呢？”为最佳标题。
32～35 ACDB
D篇：本文是说明文，介绍了纳什均衡的概念和应用。
32. A【解析】细节理解题。根据第一段可知，纳什均衡是博弈论中一种解的概念，它试图从数学和逻辑上确定游戏参与者应该采取的行动，以确保自己获得最佳结果。
33. C【解析】推理判断题。根据第三段可知，作者通过Tom和Sam的示例来解释纳什均衡。
34. D【解析】主旨大意题。通读第四段可知，该段主要介绍了纳什均衡在生活方面的应用。
35. B【解析】推理判断题。第四段谈到纳什均衡帮助玩家在某种情况下确定最佳收益。第五段指出纳什均衡并不总是得到最令人满意的结果。由此可知，作者客观地看待纳什均衡。
36～40 BGFAD
七选五：本文是说明文，介绍了室内植物对孩子健康的影响。
36. B【解析】B中的 a dark side与上文中的 brighten up对应。
37. G【解析】G项中的 the age group指代上文中的 children under 3。
38. F【解析】上文介绍了这种植物的茎对人体的危害。F项承接上文，进一步介绍了这种植物的液体的危害。
39. A【解析】下文列举了父母应该学习的内容，故A项“父母应该进行自我教育”符合语境。
40. D【解析】该段主要介绍了室内无害的植物的益处，故D项概括了该段的主旨大意。
41～45 ABCDB 46～50 CDDAB 51～55 DCAAB
完形填空：本文是记叙文，讲述了一个大器晚成的儿童绘本作家坚持梦想的故事。
41. A【解析】考查名词。我为儿童写作已经30年了，我于2011年售出了我的第一个作品。
42. B【解析】考查动词。直到我开始在洛杉矶教一年级，我才被绘本的诗意和朴素之美震撼。
43. C【解析】考查名词。从那时起，我开始有了为孩子们写谜语、诗歌和故事的想法，以便他们在教室里使用。
44. D【解析】考查动词。参见上一题解析。
45. B【解析】考查形容词。我的同事把我拉到操场上说：“Dianne, 你很有创造力，所以你应该创造一些新的东西……”
46. C【解析】考查形容词。听了她的意见后，我感到不知所措。
47. D【解析】考查动词。我可以从事文字艺术家的职业吗？
48. D【解析】考查动词。但是我最终还是放弃了洛杉矶学校系统的工作。
49. A【解析】考查名词。我虽然收到了一些稿酬，但仍然赚不到足够的钱来支付所有的费用。
50. B【解析】考查动词。参见上一题解析。
51. D【解析】考查动词短语。我开了一家小型清洁服务公司，自己打扫卫生。
52. C【解析】考查副词。幸运的是，我在下班后还有时间写作。
53. A【解析】考查名词。三十年好像很长，但我一直坚持着我的梦想。
54. A【解析】考查名词。那个寒冷的冬日下午发生的事情，于我而言，完全是一个奇迹！
55. B【解析】考查名词。毕竟，你永远不知道你什么时候会崭露头角。
56. on 57. an 58. being amazed 59. who 60. to convey 61. its
62. initially 63. have gained/have been gaining 64. appreciation 65. be used
语法填空：
56. on【解析】考查介词。on display是固定短语，意为“展出”。
57. an【解析】考查冠词。extra是以元音音素开头的单词，故此处应用不定冠词an, 表泛指。
58. being amazed【解析】考查非谓语动词。根据空前和空后的关键词after和by可知，此处应用being amazed作宾语。
59. who【解析】考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知，此处应用who引导非限制性定语从句，并且who在从句中作主语，先行词是人。
60. to convey【解析】考查非谓语动词。根据句意可知，此处应用不定式to covey作目的状语。
61. its【解析】考查代词。此处应用形容词性物主代词修饰名词popularity。
62. initially【解析】考查副词。此处应用副词修became。
63. have gained/have been gaining【解析】考查时态。根据下文中的时间状语 for many years可知，此处应用现在完成时或现在完成进行时。
64. appreciation【解析】考查名词。根据上文中的关键词a可知，此处应用名词appreciation作动词have的宾语。
65. be used【解析】考查被动语态。use与They之间被动关系，故此处应用be used。
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写作：
第一节：
参考范文：
Dear fellow students,
Here is good news for us. Aimed to relieve our academic pressure and let us make faster progress in English learning, our school plans to set up the English Learning Center this month.
In this center, we will experience a series of English activities. First, the conversation practice, including debate competitions and play performances, will surely benefit our oral English. Besides, we can strengthen word memory in crossword puzzles. What's more, our foreign teacher will give us some lectures on English writing skills, which can help us prepare for the composition contest.
If any of us are interested. don't hesitate to join this center.
The Students' Union
第二节：
参考范文：
I decided to make a pipe to convey water. I found the location of the spring on the hillside was higher than that of my house. I chose to make a pipe out of bamboos because there were thick bamboos everywhere. I put wooden supports on the water lines. and then I cut a lot of bamboos. I connected the bamboo poles together and fixed them to the supports. It worked! The clear spring flowed to my house. It was very convenient for my family to use water. And I also asked my neighbors to come to my house to fetch drinking water.
My neighbors came to my house to get water at dusk. My family warmly welcomed them. My parents just finished cooking dumplings. The food cooked with wood fires was really delicious. When my neighbors filled their containers with water, my brother and I invited them to taste the dumplings. They all praised us, “What polite boys!” I felt very happy and wanted to do more for them. Then I offered to fix water pipes for them, too. They were very supportive of my idea. Finally, with the help of my neighbors. I had my neighbors' pipes installed, with which they didn't have to worry about water supply.
