2023—2024学年度第一学期芜湖市中学教学质量监控
高二年级英语试题卷
本试题卷共8页，67小题，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、学校、考场/座位号、班级、准考证号填写在答题卷上，将条形码横贴在答题卷右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2.作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔在答题卷上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑;如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。答案不能答在试题卷上。
3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卷各题目指定区域内;如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案;不准使用铅笔和涂改液，不按以上要求作答无效。
4.考生必须保证答题卷的整洁，考试结束后，将试题卷和答题卷一并交回。
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。每段仅读一遍。
1. What did the man prefer
A. A hot coffee. B. An iced coffee. C. A coffee without milk.
2. What does the man want to do
A. Fix his computer. B. Buy a new laptop. C. Borrow a computer.
3. Where will the woman probably send the flowers
A. To the shop. B. To the studio. C. To the actress’ home.
4. What was the man probably doing when the woman called
A. Sleeping. B. Working. C. Doing business.
5. When will the speakers probably meet
A. In about 10 minutes. B. In about 20 minutes. C. In about 30 minutes.
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 was the man looking for at the beginning
A. His bag. B. His umbrella. C. His phone.
7. What will the man take a photo of next
A. A statue. B. A soldier. C. A tower.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What does the woman have difficulty in
A. Parking her car. B. Finding her way. C. Changing a tire.
9. How can we describe the man
A. Helpful. B. Brave. C. Rude.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Why is it difficult to book rooms now
A. Many tourists visit London.
B. Room prices increase.
C. Some hotels are closed.
11. What is the speakers’ business budget for hotel rooms per night
A. 100. B. 150. C. 300.
12. How many people will go on this business trip
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Which language does Charles use in most of his books
A. English. B. French. C. German.
14. What is the weather usually like in Sunnington
A. Sunny. B. Cloudy. C. Rainy.
15. What does Charles like most about Sunnington
A. The history. B. The buildings. C. The people.
16. Who is the main character in The Poison Bottle
A. A man. B. A woman. C. A child.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What probably caused the fire
A. Broken electric wires.
B. The heat from the sun.
C. A lighted cigarette end.
18. Why will the parks be closed
A. There is a lot of smoke around.
B. The entrance has been damaged.
C The fire is still very dangerous.
19. What does the speaker think of the fire
A. Dangerous. B. Poisonous. C. Annoying.
20. Where will the picnic be moved to
A. The stadium. B. The high school. C. The park.
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
Four Library Events
East Side Dreams: The Untold Story of East San José
11: 00AM-6: 00PM; From January 1 to May 24, 2023.
Willow Glen Branch Library
Description: Willow Glen Branch Library proudly presents the exhibit East Side Dreams: The Un-told Story of East San José, which will include stories both remembered and forgotten. Experience the East Side’s development from fields of fruit and flowers to a diverse city. Learn about the social forces, organizations and individuals that shaped the East Side into the place we know today.
Exhibit Hours; Monday & Saturday: 1: 00PM-6: 00PM; Tuesday-Friday: 11: 00AM-6: 00PM; Sunday: Closed
Hour of Code(编码): Intro to Block Coding
4: 00PM- 5: 00PM; February 27,2023
Edenvale Branch Library
Description: Hour of Code workshop will allow teenagers to build basic coding skills with the introduction of block coding to complete tasks. Participants will conduct multiple exercises with block coding before completing an exercise with basic JavaScript commands. Top universities like Berkeley and Harvard teach block-based coding to remove the complexity of typing out all the code and under-stand programming mechanics.
Seven Trees Teens Reach Meeting: Moon Festival Craft
5: 00PM-6: 00PM; March 27, 2023
Seven Trees Branch Library
Description: What is Teens Reach Be part of a fun volunteering opportunity for teens between the ages of 13-18. Earn community service credit s while supporting the library by assisting with library programs, promotion, and representing the library ‘s teen point-of-view.
INSIDERS Programs
4: 30PM-5: 30PM; April 25, 2023
Calabazas Branch Library
Description: Join us for socializing, finding new friends, networking, making jokes, crafting, having fun with art and much more. INSIDERS Programs are designed for teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
1. What do we know about the exhibit in Willow Glen Branch Library
A. It lasts for about two months. B. It is not available on weekends.
C. It features the locals’ dreams. D. It presents the development of the East Side.
2. Which place holds event for people with intellectual problems
A. Willow Glen Branch Library. B. Edenvale Branch Library.
C. Seven Trees Branch Library. D. Calabazas Branch Library.
3. What do Intro to Black Coding and Moon Festival Craft have in common
A. They are intended for teenagers. B. They are held all day long.
C. They provide community service credits. D. They allow participants to complete exercise.
B
Larry and I have always had our basic values in common, but our interests are as far apart as opera and basketball. I love art, and he is a huge sports fan. His big passion is seeing basketball games. He has been sharing season tickets with his friends for years. I must admit I’ve been always invited to see the games together.
This morning, I called my brother, Larry, and said, “I have a piece of good news and a piece of bad news. Which do you want to hear first ” “Good news first,” Larry answered. “You can go to sleep early tonight,” I said. “Okay. What’s the bad one ” he asked. “We’re going to the opera!” I answered, laughing loudly.
There was a reason for the joke. Last time I invited him to go to the opera, he fell asleep in the theater. I had to admit it was always boring for him, but when I gave him a ticket for my favorite opera, I really thought he might enjoy it. I woke him up, but soon he fell asleep again. When Larry found I was joking, he breathed a sigh of relief on the other end. He said, “But I want you to go to see the last basketball game this autumn with me.” I promised and complained, “Not again!” Actually, most of the time, when the game was on, I’d be texting or daydreaming. Sometimes, my telephone messages would be interrupted when the home team scored. I knew they scored because everyone jumped up and exchanged high-fives and fist bumps.
However, today, as I looked around at thousands of people cheering and getting increasingly excited, I decided to at least give it a try—for my brother’s sake, if not for my own. The game was in-tense, and I was hooked soon. When the other team scored, I eventually felt a bit disappointed with the rest of my crowd. My brother was surprised to see me getting involved. I was astonished myself! I didn’t keep glancing at the clock, counting the minutes until we got out. Time flew. The game was over before I knew it.
4. In paragraph 2, the author quotes his conversation with Larry to show ________.
A. Their common basic values. B. Their strong sense of humour.
C. The high trust between them. D. The difference in their interests.
5. What does the underlined word “hooked” in the last paragraph mean
A. Absorbed. B. Satisfied. C. Disturbed. D. Astonished.
6. What can be learned about Larry from the passage
A. He likes playing jokes on the author. B. He often texts while watching the opera.
C. He seldom enjoyed the opera last time. D. He scored in the last basketball game.
7. What can be the best title for the text
A. Art and Sport B. From Opera to Basketball
C. Falling asleep in the theater D. Developing a Passion for Basketball
C
What are two things that make humans different from animals One is language and the other is music. It’s true that some animals can sing. However, the songs of animals like birds are very limited. It’s also true that humans, not animals, have developed musical instruments.
Music is a strange thing. It’s clearly different from language. However, people can use music to communicate things—especially their emotions. When music is used with speech in a song, it’s a very powerful form of communication.
If music is truly different from speech, then we should process music and language in different parts of the brain. The scientific study suggests this is true. For example, Vissarion Shebalin, a Russian composer, had a stroke (中风) in 1953. It injured the left side of his brain. He could no longer speak or understand speech. He could, however, still compose music until his death ten years later. On the other hand, sometimes strokes cause people to lose their musical ability, but they can still speak and understand speech.
Why does music have such a strong effect on us physically and emotionally That’s a harder question to answer. Geoffrey Miller, a researcher at University College, London, thinks that music and love have a strong connection. Music requires special talent, practice and physical ability. That’s some-one’s mate. For example, playing a musical instrument requires fine muscular control. You also need a good memory to remember the notes. And playing those notes correctly suggests that your hearing is in excellent condition. Finally, when a man sings to the woman he loves, it may be a way of showing off.
However, Miller’s theory still doesn’t explain why certain combinations of sounds influence our emotions so deeply. For scientists, this is clearly an area that needs further research.
8. Music is considered powerful when it ________.
A. is translated into a language. B. is combined with language in a song.
C. is sung by some famous musicians. D. is mixed with the cry of an animal.
9. What can be inferred from the example of the Russian composer
A. The left brain is responsible for musical ability.
B. Injury to brain has no influence on speaking.
C. Music and language involve different parts of the brain.
D. Suffering from stroke results in the loss of musical ability.
10. Which of the following might be a reason why music affects us greatly
A. Music is closely linked with friendship. B. Learning music requires an excellent sight.
C Various abilities are trained in music learning. D. Playing a musical instrument helps emotion control.
11. In which section of a magazine may you find the passage
A. Culture. B. Health. C. Education. D. History.
D
Math and literature are probably two of the subjects that bring students headaches. However, mathematicians choose to join the two together-they wonder whether the beauty of math can be found in literary works.
Once Upon a Prime: The Wondrous Connections between Mathematics and Literature, a book published recently by UK mathematician Sarah Hart, presents some interesting thoughts about “three”. She argues that the number has a special hold on Western literature and languages in general.
Many common phrases are in three words, such as “ready, set, go”. Being the first things kids may learn, some nursery rhymes have a word repeated three times, such as “row, row, row your boat”. In stories, there are usually three main characters, such as Harry, Ron and Hermione in the Harry Potter series. For a series of novels, there are usually three books rather than four, according to Hart.
Three is the minimum number of points that can define a two-dimensional shape. Three sticks can create a triangle, a stable structure. These characteristics behind the number three give it “a sense of strength and completeness” which balances a story, according to the book.
Similarly, another study connected math and storytelling by mapping out readers’ “emotional experiences”. Researchers at the University of Vermont, US, analyzed more than 1,300 fiction works. As each book was divided into many 10,000-word parts, they rated how “happy” each part made readers feel. The ratings were then grouped into arcs (弧线), which showed how the readers’ emotions changed while reading.
The researchers summarized the arcs in six shapes, which covered almost all novels. The simplest patterns were “rise” and “fall”, showing that the plot was straightforward. Two of the most popular story shapes among readers were “rise-fall” and “fall-rise-fall”. It showed that more twists and turns in the stories are preferred by readers.
So why do researchers analyze the mathematics of literature As the study’s lead author Andrew Reagan told Scientific American, turning words into data “can teach us more about stories”.
12. What aspect of the number “three” is mainly talked about in paragragh 3
A. Its occurrence in literature. B. Its importance in education.
C. Its application in novels. D. Its interpretation in language.
13. Why is the number “three” important in literature
A. Because it creates a strong emotional impact.
B. Because it makes literary books readable.
C. Because it presents a feeling of power and unity.
D. Because it shows a more stable structure.
14 How did researchers connect math and storytelling in the study
A. Through comparing different literary types:
B. Through analyzing math knowledge used in different novels.
C. By counting the use of numbers in fiction works.
D. By using shapes to show readers’ reading experiences.
15. According to Andrew Reagan, what’s the significance of analyzing the mathematics of literature
A. It offers conclusive evidence about a story’s quality.
B. It provides insights into understanding literary works.
C. It helps explore the role of literature in teaching math.
D. It offers an outdated approach to learning mathematics.
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。
When my children haven’t played outside enough, I can tell their energy levels will go up and the noise will increase in the house. I feel upset, so I tell them it’s time to go outside. Usually, they complain and come up with reasons why staying in is better, but I insist. ____16____ Sometimes I give them a minimum time limit, say 20 minutes, before they could come back inside. But often they forget about it once they’re wrapped up in a game.
Kids need consistent outdoor play. There are many benefits, and I’d like to share some of them.
____17____ It helps build up strength and reduces the likelihood of overweight. Movements like rolling and jumping also stimulate a child’s vestibular (前庭) system. It’s the organizer for other senses and affects things like balance and space awareness. Children need to stimulate it regularly and outdoor play allows this to happen naturally.
Outdoor play is beneficial mentally. It makes kids happy. You will see it when they come inside, tired but satisfied. It also gives children a chance to be in a space without fixed rules. There are no requirements to be quiet or stay clean. So kids are free to do almost anything that entertains them. ____18____
Outdoor play also has educational value. There’s so much active learning that goes on outdoors. ____19____ For example, building a bridge across a hole that will support the weight or getting the right consistency of mud by mixing dirt and water. They’ll also do better in school after spending more time outside.
Outdoor play is of great importance, so encourage your kids to take part in it. Make your yard more interesting for them. ____20____ Your kids will get hours of enjoyment, and the benefits are far-reaching.
A. Outdoor play benefits kids’ strength building.
B. Outdoor play is good for kids’ physical health.
C. Within minutes, they’re out and running around.
D. It provides more advanced facilities for education.
E. It helps result in imaginative play and a creative flow state.
F. You can also take them to beautiful parks and forests on weekends.
G. When kids get outdoors, they apply what they have learned to real life.
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 constantly felt like I was not good enough. This feeling transferred to secondary school where the focus on academia increased. In the first year, I ____21____ a lot with anxiety and had other ____22____ issues, one of which was my dad being diagnosed with cancer. The only aspect of my life that I felt I could ____23____ was my performance in school. I had always placed such ____24____ in this and I threw my-self into every project and test. Perfection to me was ____25____ a higher grade than the last time. My com-petition was now with myself, and I began to associate my ____26____ with my grades. When I got the result I was pleased with, I felt good about myself. However, when I wasn’t ____27____ with a result, I’d greatly suffer.
Sadly, as time went by, I learned that the more stress and pressure I put on myself, the less productive and ____28____I became. I often felt I couldn’t ____29____ works that were my best. As a result, procrastination (拖延) became a big problem for me. One day I came across this powerful ____30____, “Doing something ____31____ is better than not doing anything.” Washing your face when the thought of a shower sounds like too much ____32____ is better than not washing at all. Doing 10 minutes of yoga when the thought of doing 20 minutes of cardio (健心运动) seems too ____33____ is better than not moving at all. Starting a task doesn’t have to be the best piece of work produced ____34____ doing something is better than not doing anything. This advice really ____35____ my block of procrastination and I remind myself of it whenever I’m feeling unmotivated. It’s really helpful to me.
21.
A. disagreed B. adapted C. struggled D. hid
22.
A. common B. similar C. familiar D. personal
23.
A. share B. influence C. control D. check
24.
A. interest B. pressure C. pleasure D. confidence
25.
A. expecting B. achieving C. organizing D. showing
26.
A. self-worth B. self-doubt C. health D. wealth
27.
A. filled B. busy C. satisfied D. confused
28.
A. kind-hearted B. humorous C. outgoing D. motivated
29.
A. adopt B. produce C. find D. imagine
30.
A. advice B. practice C. method D. event
31.
A. well B. poorly C. passively D. immediately
32.
A. effort B. discomfort C. benefit D. damage
33
A. tiring B. expensive C. frequent D. surprising
34.
A. though B. unless C. because D. if
35.
A. takes off B. puts away C. makes up D. breaks through
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 Chinese culture, different plants and flowers represent different human personalities. For thousands of years, an art form ____36____ (relate) to flowers, namely traditional Chinese flower arranging, has been an important and ____37____ (appeal) part of Chinese culture.
Ancient China saw the beginning of traditional Chinese flower arranging art, during ____38____ time flower arranging was done without containers. In the Qin and Han dynasties, flowers were arranged in containers. By Song Dynasty, flower arranging art enjoyed high ____39____ (popular) among ordinary people. ____40____ society developing greatly over the past years, the art of flower arranging has developed too. In 2008, traditional flower arrangement ____41____ (include) in the National Intangible Cultural Heritage list, protected by the government.
Wang Lianying, a university professor,____42____ (apply) herself to traditional Chinese flower arranging for over forty years. Wang and her coworkers traveled to ____43____ (gallery) across the country to collect information. When choosing flower materials, flower arranging artists try to take their forms and understand their meaning. They not only show the flower’s natural beauty, ____44____ show its humanistic spirit. They also organized training programs and set up courses at university _____45_____ (arouse) the interest of the younger generation. They hope they will always love flowers and plants, and when arranging them, they will follow their natural shape to create impressive artworks.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，是你校科学实验社团(the Scientific Experiment Club)的社长，请你写一份英文发言稿，给下周来你校访问的外国学生介绍你们社团，要点如下：
1.社团基本情况(成立意义，活动开展—)；
2.社团的前景规划。
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。
Hello, everyone! Welcome to our school!
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That’s all for my sharing! Thank you!
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“There are lots of beautiful fish in the lake,” said Grandpa as he drove our small boat out onto the lake one morning. “Robbie, this looks like a good place. Let’s stay there and start some serious fishing.”
Grandpa’s words filled my six-year-old mind with excitement of catching a big fish and having a dinner of fish. Attaching a bobber (浮标) to my line, I threw it into the quiet, blue-green water. My eyes carefully watched the bobber for any sign of movement. At first, my heart was beating with excitement, but after about half an hour, I grew tired of the bobber’s stillness in the water.
“Where are all the fish ” I cried. “Patience, Robbie,” said Grandpa. “Let our boat drift (漂流) for a while and see if that changes our luck.” This was how the rest of the day went. However much we drifted or moved to different parts of the lake, no fish was coming. I was quite sad and had thoughts of never fishing again. Finally, by late afternoon, Grandpa started driving us back to the lakeside.
During the period, he told me a story of how a fisherman finally caught lots of fish after being patient. But I was not that encouraged. After pulling up to the lakeside, he said, “Robbie, after I tie up the boat, stay on the boat and throw your line in one more time. There may be some sunfish hanging around the lakeside.”
I did as he said and again watched the bobber. This time I planned to be patient and waited longer.
注意
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式作答。
Just when I decided to give up, I saw the bobber move a little.
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Grandpa turned around and taught me how to land the fish.
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听力：1-20 BABACCBCAABCBBCCBACA2023—2024学年度第一学期芜湖市中学教学质量监控
高二年级英语试题卷
本试题卷共8页，67小题，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、学校、考场/座位号、班级、准考证号填写在答题卷上，将条形码横贴在答题卷右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2.作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔在答题卷上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑;如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。答案不能答在试题卷上。
3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卷各题目指定区域内;如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案;不准使用铅笔和涂改液，不按以上要求作答无效。
4.考生必须保证答题卷的整洁，考试结束后，将试题卷和答题卷一并交回。
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。每段仅读一遍。
1. What did the man prefer
A. A hot coffee. B. An iced coffee. C. A coffee without milk.
2. What does the man want to do
A. Fix his computer. B. Buy a new laptop. C. Borrow a computer.
3. Where will the woman probably send the flowers
A. To the shop. B. To the studio. C. To the actress’ home.
4. What was the man probably doing when the woman called
A. Sleeping. B. Working. C. Doing business.
5. When will the speakers probably meet
A. In about 10 minutes. B. In about 20 minutes. C. In about 30 minutes.
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 was the man looking for at the beginning
A. His bag. B. His umbrella. C. His phone.
7. What will the man take a photo of next
A. A statue. B. A soldier. C. A tower.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What does the woman have difficulty in
A. Parking her car. B. Finding her way. C. Changing a tire.
9. How can we describe the man
A. Helpful. B. Brave. C. Rude.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Why is it difficult to book rooms now
A. Many tourists visit London.
B Room prices increase.
C. Some hotels are closed.
11. What is the speakers’ business budget for hotel rooms per night
A. 100. B. 150. C. 300.
12. How many people will go on this business trip
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Which language does Charles use in most of his books
A. English. B. French. C. German.
14. What is the weather usually like in Sunnington
A. Sunny. B. Cloudy. C. Rainy.
15. What does Charles like most about Sunnington
A. The history. B. The buildings. C. The people.
16. Who is the main character in The Poison Bottle
A. A man. B. A woman. C. A child.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What probably caused the fire
A. Broken electric wires.
B. The heat from the sun.
C. A lighted cigarette end.
18. Why will the parks be closed
A. There is a lot of smoke around.
B. The entrance has been damaged.
C. The fire is still very dangerous.
19. What does the speaker think of the fire
A. Dangerous. B. Poisonous. C. Annoying.
20. Where will the picnic be moved to
A. The stadium. B. The high school. C. The park.
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
Four Library Events
East Side Dreams: The Untold Story of East San José
11: 00AM-6: 00PM; From January 1 to May 24, 2023.
Willow Glen Branch Library
Description: Willow Glen Branch Library proudly presents the exhibit East Side Dreams: The Un-told Story of East San José, which will include stories both remembered and forgotten. Experience the East Side’s development from fields of fruit and flowers to a diverse city. Learn about the social forces, organizations and individuals that shaped the East Side into the place we know today.
Exhibit Hours; Monday & Saturday: 1: 00PM-6: 00PM; Tuesday-Friday: 11: 00AM-6: 00PM; Sunday: Closed
Hour of Code(编码): Intro to Block Coding
4: 00PM- 5: 00PM; February 27,2023
Edenvale Branch Library
Description: Hour of Code workshop will allow teenagers to build basic coding skills with the introduction of block coding to complete tasks. Participants will conduct multiple exercises with block coding before completing an exercise with basic JavaScript commands. Top universities like Berkeley and Harvard teach block-based coding to remove the complexity of typing out all the code and under-stand programming mechanics.
Seven Trees Teens Reach Meeting: Moon Festival Craft
5: 00PM-6: 00PM; March 27, 2023
Seven Trees Branch Library
Description: What is Teens Reach Be part of a fun volunteering opportunity for teens between the ages of 13-18. Earn community service credit s while supporting the library by assisting with library programs, promotion, and representing the library ‘s teen point-of-view.
INSIDERS Programs
4: 30PM-5: 30PM; April 25, 2023
Calabazas Branch Library
Description: Join us for socializing, finding new friends, networking, making jokes, crafting, having fun with art and much more. INSIDERS Programs are designed for teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
1. What do we know about the exhibit in Willow Glen Branch Library
A. It lasts for about two months. B. It is not available on weekends.
C. It features the locals’ dreams. D. It presents the development of the East Side.
2. Which place holds event for people with intellectual problems
A. Willow Glen Branch Library. B. Edenvale Branch Library.
C. Seven Trees Branch Library. D. Calabazas Branch Library.
3. What do Intro to Black Coding and Moon Festival Craft have in common
A. They are intended for teenagers. B. They are held all day long.
C. They provide community service credits. D. They allow participants to complete exercise.
【答案】1. D 2. D 3. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了图书馆四项活动的情况。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据East Side Dreams: The Untold Story of East San José部分中“Experience the East Side’s development from fields of fruit and flowers to a diverse city.(体验东区的发展，从田野的水果和鲜花到一个多元化的城市)”可知，Willow Glen Branch Library的展览展示了东区的发展。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“INSIDERS Programs are designed for teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.(INSIDERS计划是为有发育和智力障碍的青少年和成年人设计的)”可知，Calabazas Branch Library为智力有问题的人举办活动。故选D。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Hour of Code(编码): Intro to Block Coding部分中“Hour of Code workshop will allow teenagers to build basic coding skills with the introduction of block coding to complete tasks.(编程一小时工作坊将允许青少年建立基本的编码技能，并引入块编码来完成任务)”以及Seven Trees Teens Reach Meeting: Moon Festival Craft部分中“Be part of a fun volunteering opportunity for teens between the ages of 13-18.(为13-18岁的青少年提供一个有趣的志愿服务机会)”可知，两者的共同之处是都是为青少年准备的。故选A。
B
Larry and I have always had our basic values in common, but our interests are as far apart as opera and basketball. I love art, and he is a huge sports fan. His big passion is seeing basketball games. He has been sharing season tickets with his friends for years. I must admit I’ve been always invited to see the games together.
This morning, I called my brother, Larry, and said, “I have a piece of good news and a piece of bad news. Which do you want to hear first ” “Good news first,” Larry answered. “You can go to sleep early tonight,” I said. “Okay. What’s the bad one ” he asked. “We’re going to the opera!” I answered, laughing loudly.
There was a reason for the joke. Last time I invited him to go to the opera, he fell asleep in the theater. I had to admit it was always boring for him, but when I gave him a ticket for my favorite opera, I really thought he might enjoy it. I woke him up, but soon he fell asleep again. When Larry found I was joking, he breathed a sigh of relief on the other end. He said, “But I want you to go to see the last basketball game this autumn with me.” I promised and complained, “Not again!” Actually, most of the time, when the game was on, I’d be texting or daydreaming. Sometimes, my telephone messages would be interrupted when the home team scored. I knew they scored because everyone jumped up and exchanged high-fives and fist bumps.
However, today, as I looked around at thousands of people cheering and getting increasingly excited, I decided to at least give it a try—for my brother’s sake, if not for my own. The game was in-tense, and I was hooked soon. When the other team scored, I eventually felt a bit disappointed with the rest of my crowd. My brother was surprised to see me getting involved. I was astonished myself! I didn’t keep glancing at the clock, counting the minutes until we got out. Time flew. The game was over before I knew it.
4. In paragraph 2, the author quotes his conversation with Larry to show ________.
A. Their common basic values. B. Their strong sense of humour.
C. The high trust between them. D. The difference in their interests.
5. What does the underlined word “hooked” in the last paragraph mean
A. Absorbed. B. Satisfied. C. Disturbed. D. Astonished.
6. What can be learned about Larry from the passage
A. He likes playing jokes on the author. B. He often texts while watching the opera.
C. He seldom enjoyed the opera last time. D. He scored in the last basketball game.
7. What can be the best title for the text
A. Art and Sport B. From Opera to Basketball
C. Falling asleep in the theater D. Developing a Passion for Basketball
【答案】4. D 5. A 6. C 7. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是记叙文，讲述了作者从喜欢戏剧到喜欢篮球的经历。
【4题详解】
推理判断题。由文章第一段中“Larry and I have always had our basic values in common, but our interests are as far apart as opera and basketball. I love art, and he is a huge sports fan. His big passion is seeing basketball games. (拉里和我的基本价值观一直是一致的，但我们的兴趣就像歌剧和篮球一样相去甚远。我热爱艺术，而他是一个狂热的体育迷。他最大的爱好是看篮球比赛。多年来，他一直与朋友分享季票。我必须承认我总是被邀请一起去看比赛)”、第二段“This morning, I called my brother, Larry, and said, “I have a piece of good news and a piece of bad news. Which do you want to hear first ” “Good news first,” Larry answered. “You can go to sleep early tonight,” I said. “Okay. What’s the bad one ” he asked. “We’re going to the opera!” I answered, laughing loudly. (今天早上，我打电话给我哥哥拉里，说:“我有一个好消息和一个坏消息。你想先听哪个 “先说好消息，”拉里回答。“今晚你可以早点睡觉，”我说。“好吧。哪个是坏的？他问。“我们要去看歌剧!”我大声笑着回答。)”可知，作者在第二段引用他与拉里的对话是为了呈现他们兴趣的差异。故选D。
【5题详解】
词义猜测题。根据最后一段中“However, today, as I looked around at thousands of people cheering and getting increasingly excited, I was determined to at least give it a try—for my brother’s sake, if not for my own. (然而，今天，当我看到周围成千上万的人在欢呼，越来越兴奋时，我决定至少试一试——如果不是为了我自己，也是为了我哥哥。)”以及“My brother was surprised to see me getting involved. I was astonished myself! (我哥哥看到我参与进来很惊讶。我自己也惊呆了！)”由此可知，游戏很激烈作者很快就被迷住了。故可猜测划线单词hooked为“迷住”的意思。A. Absorbed专心致志的， 被……吸引的；B. Satisfied满意的；C. Disturbed受到干扰的；D. Astonished大吃一惊的。故选A。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中“I had to admit it was always boring for him, but when I gave him a ticket for my favorite opera, I really thought he might enjoy it. I woke him up, but soon he fell asleep again. (我不得不承认，这对他来说总是很无聊，但当我给他一张我最喜欢的歌剧的票时，我真的认为他会喜欢它。我叫醒了他，但他很快又睡着了。)”可知，上次拉里几乎没有欣赏歌剧。故选C。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。本文讲述了作者从喜欢戏剧到喜欢篮球的经历。文章第一段讲到“Larry and I have always had our basic values in common, but our interests are as far apart as opera and basketball. I love art, and he is a huge sports fan. His big passion is seeing basketball games. (拉里和我的基本价值观一直是一致的，但我们的兴趣就像歌剧和篮球一样相去甚远。我热爱艺术，而他是一个狂热的体育迷。他最大的爱好是看篮球比赛。多年来，他一直与朋友分享季票。我必须承认我总是被邀请一起去看比赛)”以及文章最后一段讲到“The game was intense, and I was hooked soon. (比赛很激烈，我很快就迷上了。)”陈述了作者的转变，由此可知文章的最佳标题是：从歌剧到篮球。故选B。
C
What are two things that make humans different from animals One is language and the other is music. It’s true that some animals can sing. However, the songs of animals like birds are very limited. It’s also true that humans, not animals, have developed musical instruments.
Music is a strange thing. It’s clearly different from language. However, people can use music to communicate things—especially their emotions. When music is used with speech in a song, it’s a very powerful form of communication.
If music is truly different from speech, then we should process music and language in different parts of the brain. The scientific study suggests this is true. For example, Vissarion Shebalin, a Russian composer, had a stroke (中风) in 1953. It injured the left side of his brain. He could no longer speak or understand speech. He could, however, still compose music until his death ten years later. On the other hand, sometimes strokes cause people to lose their musical ability, but they can still speak and understand speech.
Why does music have such a strong effect on us physically and emotionally That’s a harder question to answer. Geoffrey Miller, a researcher at University College, London, thinks that music and love have a strong connection. Music requires special talent, practice and physical ability. That’s some-one’s mate. For example, playing a musical instrument requires fine muscular control. You also need a good memory to remember the notes. And playing those notes correctly suggests that your hearing is in excellent condition. Finally, when a man sings to the woman he loves, it may be a way of showing off.
However, Miller’s theory still doesn’t explain why certain combinations of sounds influence our emotions so deeply. For scientists, this is clearly an area that needs further research.
8. Music is considered powerful when it ________.
A. is translated into a language. B. is combined with language in a song.
C. is sung by some famous musicians. D. is mixed with the cry of an animal.
9. What can be inferred from the example of the Russian composer
A. The left brain is responsible for musical ability.
B. Injury to brain has no influence on speaking.
C. Music and language involve different parts of the brain.
D. Suffering from stroke results in the loss of musical ability.
10. Which of the following might be a reason why music affects us greatly
A. Music is closely linked with friendship. B. Learning music requires an excellent sight.
C. Various abilities are trained in music learning. D. Playing a musical instrument helps emotion control.
11. In which section of a magazine may you find the passage
A. Culture. B. Health. C. Education. D. History.
【答案】8. B 9. C 10. C 11. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。语言和音乐是使人不同于动物的两个重要因素，音乐是人类强大的交流方式，本文主要讲述了与音乐有关的研究。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“When music is used with speech in a song, it’s a very powerful form of communication.(当音乐与歌曲中的言语结合使用时，它是一种非常强大的交流形式。)”可知，当音乐与歌曲中的语言结合在一起时，它被认为是强大的。故选B。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“If music is truly different from speech, then we should process music and language in different parts of the brain. The scientific study suggests this is true. For example, Vissarion Shebalin, a Russian composer, had a stroke(中风) in 1953. It injured the left side of his brain. He could no longer speak or understand speech. He could, however, still compose music until his death ten years later. On the other hand, sometimes strokes cause people to lose their musical ability, but they can still speak and understand speech.(如果音乐真的不同于言语，那么我们应该在大脑的不同部位处理音乐和语言。科学研究表明这是正确的。例如，1953年，俄罗斯作曲家Vissarion Shebalin中风。它伤了他的左脑。他再也不能说话，也听不懂别人说的话。然而，他仍然可以创作音乐，直到十年后去世。另一方面，有时中风会导致人们失去音乐能力，但他们仍然可以说话和理解语言)”可推知，从这位俄罗斯作曲家的例子中我们可推断音乐和语言涉及大脑的不同部分。故选C。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Geoffrey Miller, a researcher at University College, London, thinks that music and love have a strong connection. Music requires special talent, practice and physical ability. That’s some-one’s mate. For example, playing a musical instrument requires fine muscular control. You also need a good memory to remember the notes. And playing those notes correctly suggests that your hearing is in excellent condition.(杰弗里·米勒是伦敦大学学院的研究员，他认为音乐和爱情有很强的联系。音乐需要特殊的天赋、练习和体能。那是某人的伴侣。例如，演奏乐器需要精细的肌肉控制。你还需要很好的记忆力来记住笔记。正确弹奏这些音符表明你的听力处于良好状态)”可知，在音乐学习中培养各种能力是音乐对我们影响很大的原因。故选C。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Music is a strange thing. It’s clearly different from language. However, people can use music to communicate things—especially their emotions. When music is used with speech in a song, it’s a very powerful form of communication.(音乐是一种奇怪的东西。这显然不同于语言。然而，人们可以用音乐来交流事物，尤其是他们的情感。当音乐与歌曲中的言语结合使用时，它是一种非常强大的交流形式)”以及最后一段“However, Miller’s theory still doesn’t explain why certain combinations of sounds influence our emotions so deeply. For scientists, this is clearly an area that needs further research.(然而，米勒的理论仍然没有解释为什么某些声音的组合会如此深刻地影响我们的情绪。对于科学家来说，这显然是一个需要进一步研究的领域)”结合文章主要说明了音乐对人体和情绪的影响，可推知，文章可能选自健康部分。故选B。
D
Math and literature are probably two of the subjects that bring students headaches. However mathematicians choose to join the two together-they wonder whether the beauty of math can be found in literary works.
Once Upon a Prime: The Wondrous Connections between Mathematics and Literature, a book published recently by UK mathematician Sarah Hart, presents some interesting thoughts about “three”. She argues that the number has a special hold on Western literature and languages in general.
Many common phrases are in three words, such as “ready, set, go”. Being the first things kids may learn, some nursery rhymes have a word repeated three times, such as “row, row, row your boat”. In stories, there are usually three main characters, such as Harry, Ron and Hermione in the Harry Potter series. For a series of novels, there are usually three books rather than four, according to Hart.
Three is the minimum number of points that can define a two-dimensional shape. Three sticks can create a triangle, a stable structure. These characteristics behind the number three give it “a sense of strength and completeness” which balances a story, according to the book.
Similarly, another study connected math and storytelling by mapping out readers’ “emotional experiences”. Researchers at the University of Vermont, US, analyzed more than 1,300 fiction works. As each book was divided into many 10,000-word parts, they rated how “happy” each part made readers feel. The ratings were then grouped into arcs (弧线), which showed how the readers’ emotions changed while reading.
The researchers summarized the arcs in six shapes, which covered almost all novels. The simplest patterns were “rise” and “fall”, showing that the plot was straightforward. Two of the most popular story shapes among readers were “rise-fall” and “fall-rise-fall”. It showed that more twists and turns in the stories are preferred by readers.
So why do researchers analyze the mathematics of literature As the study’s lead author Andrew Reagan told Scientific American, turning words into data “can teach us more about stories”.
12. What aspect of the number “three” is mainly talked about in paragragh 3
A. Its occurrence in literature. B. Its importance in education.
C. Its application in novels. D. Its interpretation in language.
13. Why is the number “three” important in literature
A. Because it creates a strong emotional impact.
B. Because it makes literary books readable.
C. Because it presents a feeling of power and unity.
D. Because it shows a more stable structure.
14. How did researchers connect math and storytelling in the study
A. Through comparing different literary types:
B. Through analyzing math knowledge used in different novels.
C. By counting the use of numbers in fiction works.
D. By using shapes to show readers’ reading experiences.
15. According to Andrew Reagan, what’s the significance of analyzing the mathematics of literature
A. It offers conclusive evidence about a story’s quality.
B. It provides insights into understanding literary works.
C. It helps explore the role of literature in teaching math.
D. It offers an outdated approach to learning mathematics.
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. D 15. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了数学家将数学和文学结合起来，在文学作品中发现数学之美。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“Many common phrases are in three words, such as “ready, set, go”. Being the first things kids may learn, some nursery rhymes have a word repeated three times, such as “row, row, row your boat”. In stories, there are usually three main characters, such as Harry, Ron and Hermione in the Harry Potter series. For a series of novels, there are usually three books rather than four, according to Hart. (许多常见的短语都是由三个词组成的，比如“ready, set, go”。作为孩子们学习的第一件事，一些童谣会把一个词重复三次，比如“划，划，划你的船”。在故事中，通常有三个主要人物，如哈利波特系列中的哈利，罗恩和赫敏。根据哈特的说法，一个系列小说通常有三本书，而不是四本。)”可知，本段主要从日常短语、儿歌、故事角色、小说系列这几个方面谈论了数字3出现的情况，由此可推测出，本段关注了数字3在文学和语言中的出现。故选A。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中的“These characteristics behind the number three give it “a sense of strength and completeness” which balances a story, according to the book. (根据这本书，数字3背后的这些特征赋予了它“一种力量和完整性”，从而平衡了一个故事。)”可知，数字3带来了一种力量感和完整感。故选C。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段中的“Similarly, another study connected math and storytelling by mapping out readers’ “emotional experiences”. (同样，另一项研究通过绘制读者的“情感体验”将数学和讲故事联系起来。)”和“The ratings were then grouped into arcs (弧线), which showed how the readers’ emotions changed while reading.(然后将评分分组为弧形，显示读者在阅读时的情绪变化。)”可知，研究人员绘制读者的“情感体验”，用弧形来显示读者在阅读时的情绪变化。故选D。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“As the study’s lead author Andrew Reagan told Scientific American, turning words into data “can teach us more about stories”. (正如该研究的主要作者安德鲁·里根告诉《科学美国人》的那样，将文字转化为数据“可以教会我们更多关于故事的知识”。)”可知，Reagan认为分析文学中的数学可以教会我们更多关于故事的知识；由此可推测出，这可以让我们对故事有更加深刻的理解。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。
When my children haven’t played outside enough, I can tell their energy levels will go up and the noise will increase in the house. I feel upset, so I tell them it’s time to go outside. Usually, they complain and come up with reasons why staying in is better, but I insist. ____16____ Sometimes I give them a minimum time limit, say 20 minutes, before they could come back inside. But often they forget about it once they’re wrapped up in a game.
Kids need consistent outdoor play. There are many benefits, and I’d like to share some of them.
____17____ It helps build up strength and reduces the likelihood of overweight. Movements like rolling and jumping also stimulate a child’s vestibular (前庭) system. It’s the organizer for other senses and affects things like balance and space awareness. Children need to stimulate it regularly, and outdoor play allows this to happen naturally.
Outdoor play is beneficial mentally. It makes kids happy. You will see it when they come inside, tired but satisfied. It also gives children a chance to be in a space without fixed rules. There are no requirements to be quiet or stay clean. So kids are free to do almost anything that entertains them. ____18____
Outdoor play also has educational value. There’s so much active learning that goes on outdoors. ____19____ For example, building a bridge across a hole that will support the weight or getting the right consistency of mud by mixing dirt and water. They’ll also do better in school after spending more time outside.
Outdoor play is of great importance, so encourage your kids to take part in it. Make your yard more interesting for them. ____20____ Your kids will get hours of enjoyment, and the benefits are far-reaching.
A. Outdoor play benefits kids’ strength building.
B. Outdoor play is good for kids’ physical health.
C. Within minutes, they’re out and running around.
D. It provides more advanced facilities for education.
E. It helps result in imaginative play and a creative flow state.
F. You can also take them to beautiful parks and forests on weekends.
G. When kids get outdoors, they apply what they have learned to real life.
【答案】16. C 17. B 18. E 19. G 20. F
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要说明了户外玩耍对孩子的好处。
【16题详解】
上文“I feel upset, so I tell them it’s time to go outside. Usually, they complain and come up with reasons why staying in is better, but I insist.(我感到生气，所以我告诉他们该出去了。通常，他们会抱怨，并提出理由，为什么留在家里更好，但我仍然坚持)”讲到作者不顾孩子们的反对，坚持要求他们出去玩，C项“Within minutes, they’re out and running around.(几分钟之内，他们就跑了出去，四处奔跑)”承接上文，说明在作者坚持下孩子们跑出了屋子，上下文语意连贯。故选C项。
【17题详解】
设空句是段首主题句。根据下文“It helps build up strength and reduces the likelihood of overweight. Movements like rolling and jumping also stimulate a child’s vestibular (前庭) system. It’s the organizer for other senses and affects things like balance and space awareness. Children need to stimulate it regularly, and outdoor play allows this to happen naturally.(它有助于增强力量，减少超重的可能性。像打滚和跳跃这样的运动也会刺激孩子的前庭系统。它是其他感官的组织者，影响着平衡和空间意识。孩子们需要定期刺激它，而户外游戏可以让这种情况自然发生)”可知，本段讲户外游戏对孩子的身体健康有好处，故B项“Outdoor play is good for kids’ physical health.(户外游戏对孩子们的身体健康有好处)”是最佳主题句。故选B项。
【18题详解】
上文“It also gives children a chance to be in a space without fixed rules. There are no requirements to be quiet or stay clean. So kids are free to do almost anything that entertains them.(这也让孩子们有机会在一个没有固定规则的空间里。没有要求保持安静或保持清洁。所以孩子们可以自由地做任何让他们开心的事情)”指出户外游戏给孩子们自由，E项“It helps result in imaginative play and a creative flow state.(它有助于产生富有想象力的游戏和创造性的流动状态)”承接上文，说明享有自由带来精神上的影响：有助产生想象力和创造性，照应主题句“Outdoor play is beneficial mentally.(户外运动有益于精神健康)”，上下文语意连贯。故选E项。
【19题详解】
段首主题句“Outdoor play also has educational value.(户外游戏也有教育价值)”提出户外游戏有益于教育，G项“When kids get outdoors, they apply what they have learned to real life.(当孩子们到户外时，他们将所学到的知识应用到现实生活中)”进行一步阐明户外游戏如何对教育产生影响，同时下文“For example, building a bridge across a hole that will support the weight or getting the right consistency of mud by mixing dirt and water. (例如，在一个洞上建一座桥来支撑重量，或者通过混合泥土和水来获得合适的泥浆浓度。)”用具体事例进行举例说明，上下文语意连贯。故选G项。
【20题详解】
上文“Make your yard more interesting for them.(让你的院子对他们来说更有趣)”提出让孩子们在院子里玩耍，F项“You can also take them to beautiful parks and forests on weekends.(你也可以在周末带他们去美丽的公园和森林)”提出也可以让孩子们去公园和森林玩耍，与上文构成并列关系，就玩耍的场地提出建议。故选F项。
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 constantly felt like I was not good enough. This feeling transferred to secondary school where the focus on academia increased. In the first year, I ____21____ a lot with anxiety and had other ____22____ issues, one of which was my dad being diagnosed with cancer. The only aspect of my life that I felt I could ____23____ was my performance in school. I had always placed such ____24____ in this and I threw my-self into every project and test. Perfection to me was ____25____ a higher grade than the last time. My com-petition was now with myself, and I began to associate my ____26____ with my grades. When I got the result I was pleased with, I felt good about myself. However, when I wasn’t ____27____ with a result, I’d greatly suffer.
Sadly, as time went by, I learned that the more stress and pressure I put on myself, the less productive and ____28____I became. I often felt I couldn’t ____29____ works that were my best. As a result, procrastination (拖延) became a big problem for me. One day I came across this powerful ____30____, “Doing something ____31____ is better than not doing anything.” Washing your face when the thought of a shower sounds like too much ____32____ is better than not washing at all. Doing 10 minutes of yoga when the thought of doing 20 minutes of cardio (健心运动) seems too ____33____ is better than not moving at all. Starting a task doesn’t have to be the best piece of work produced ____34____ doing something is better than not doing anything. This advice really ____35____ my block of procrastination and I remind myself of it whenever I’m feeling unmotivated. It’s really helpful to me.
21.
A. disagreed B. adapted C. struggled D. hid
22.
A. common B. similar C. familiar D. personal
23.
A. share B. influence C. control D. check
24.
A. interest B. pressure C. pleasure D. confidence
25.
A. expecting B. achieving C. organizing D. showing
26
A. self-worth B. self-doubt C. health D. wealth
27.
A. filled B. busy C. satisfied D. confused
28.
A. kind-hearted B. humorous C. outgoing D. motivated
29.
A. adopt B. produce C. find D. imagine
30.
A. advice B. practice C. method D. event
31.
A. well B. poorly C. passively D. immediately
32.
A. effort B. discomfort C. benefit D. damage
33.
A. tiring B. expensive C. frequent D. surprising
34.
A. though B. unless C. because D. if
35.
A. takes off B. puts away C. makes up D. breaks through
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. C 24. B 25. B 26. A 27. C 28. D 29. B 30. A 31. B 32. A 33. A 34. C 35. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要叙述了。作者生活艰难，压力很大。可悲的是，随着时间的流逝，作者发现给自己施加的压力越多，效率和积极性就越低。一个有用的建议，帮助作者打破了拖延症。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：第一年，我与焦虑作斗争，还有其他个人问题，其中之一是我父亲被诊断出癌症。A. disagreed不同意；B. adapted适应；C. struggled斗争，抗争；D. hid隐藏。根据后文“a lot with anxiety”可知，“我”与焦虑作斗争。故选C项。
【22题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：第一年，我与焦虑作斗争，还有其他个人问题，其中之一是我父亲被诊断出癌症。A. common普通的；B. similar相似的；C. familiar熟悉的；D. personal个人的。根据后文的“one of which was my dad being diagnosed with cancer”可知，父亲被诊断出癌症，这是“我”个人的事务。故选D项。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我觉得我生活中唯一能控制的方面就是我在学校的表现。A. share分享；B. influence影响；C. control控制；D. check检查。根据后文的“was my performance in school”可知，在学校的表现是“我”可以控制的。故选C项。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我总是在这方面施加压力，我把自己投入到每一个项目和测试中。A. interest兴趣；B. pressure压力；C. pleasure快乐；D. confidence信心。根据前文的“The only aspect of my life that I felt I could 3 was my performance in school”和后文的“in this and I threw my-self into every project and test”可知，“我”觉得我生活中唯一能控制的方面就是“我”在学校的表现，“我”把自己投入到每一个项目和测试中，所以可以看出“我”总是在这方面施加压力。故选B项。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：对我来说，完美就是取得比上次更高的分数。A. expecting期待；B. achieving达到，取得；C. organizing组织；D. showing显示。根据后文的“a higher grade than the last time”可知，取得比上次更高的分数。故选B项。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：现在我的对手是我自己，我开始把我的自我价值和我的成绩联系起来。A. self-worth自我价值；B. self-doubt自我怀疑；C. health健康；D. wealth钱财。根据前文的“Perfection to me was 5 a higher grade than the last time. My com-petition was now with myself, and I began to associate”可知，对“我”来说，完美就是取得比上次更高的分数，所以“我”开始把“我”的自我价值和“我”的成绩联系起来。故选A项。
【27题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：然而，当我对结果不满意时，我会很痛苦。A. filled满的；B. busy忙碌的；C. satisfied满意的；D. confused困惑的。根据后文的“with a result, I’d greatly suffer.”可知，“我”会很痛苦，肯定是因为“我”对结果不满意。故选C项。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：可悲的是，随着时间的流逝，我发现我给自己施加的压力越多，我的效率和积极性就越低。A. kind-hearted心地善良的；B. humorous幽默的；C. outgoing爱交际的；D. motivated有积极性的。根据后文的“I often felt I couldn’t 9 works that were my best. As a result, procrastination (拖延) became a big problem for me.”可知，“我”经常觉得“我”不能创作出“我”最好的作品。结果，拖延症成了“我”的一个大问题。可推知，我的积极性降低。故选D项。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我经常觉得我不能创作出我最好的作品。A. adopt采用；B. produce产生；C. find找到；D. imagine想象。根据上文的“the less productive and 8 I became.”下文的“works that were my best”可知，作者不能创作出最好的作品。故选B项。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：有一天，我听到了一个很有说服力的建议:“把事情做得很糟糕总比什么都不做要好。”A. advice建议；B. practice实践；C. method方法；D. event事件。根据后文的“Doing something 11 is better than not doing anything.”和“This advice really 15 my block of procrastination”可知，这是一个很有说服力的建议。故选A项。
31题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：有一天，我听到了一个很有说服力的建议:“把事情做得很糟糕总比什么都不做要好。”A. well好；B. poorly糟糕地；C. passively被动地；D. immediately立即。根据后文的“is better than not doing anything.”可知，把事情做得很糟糕总比什么都不做要好。故选B项。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当洗澡听起来太费力的时候，洗脸总比不洗脸好。A. effort费力的事；B. discomfort不适；C. benefit效益；D. damage损坏。根据前文的“Washing your face when the thought of a shower sounds like too much”可知，洗脸总比不洗脸好，当洗澡听起来太费力。故选A项。
【33题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当想到做20分钟的健心运动似乎太累时，做10分钟的瑜伽比根本不运动要好。A. tiring累人的；B. expensive昂贵的；C. frequent频繁的；D. surprising令人惊讶的。根据前文的“Doing 10 minutes of yoga when the thought of doing 20 minutes of cardio (健心运动) seems too”可知，做10分钟的瑜伽，当想到做20分钟的健心运动似乎太累时。故选A项。
【34题详解】
考查连词词义辨析。句意：开始一项任务并不一定是最好的工作，因为做一些事情总比什么都不做要好。A. though虽然；B. unless除非；C. because因为；D. if如果。根据前文的“Starting a task doesn’t have to be the best piece of work produced”和后文“doing something is better than not doing anything”可知，后文是前文的原因。故选C项。
【35题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：这个建议真的打破了我的拖延症，每当我感到没有动力的时候，我就会提醒自己。A. takes off起飞；B. puts away收起；C. makes up组成；D. breaks through打破，突破。根据后文的“my block of procrastination and I remind myself of it whenever I’m feeling unmotivated.”可知，这个建议真的打破了我的拖延症。故选D项。
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 Chinese culture, different plants and flowers represent different human personalities. For thousands of years, an art form ____36____ (relate) to flowers, namely traditional Chinese flower arranging, has been an important and ____37____ (appeal) part of Chinese culture.
Ancient China saw the beginning of traditional Chinese flower arranging art, during ____38____ time flower arranging was done without containers. In the Qin and Han dynasties, flowers were arranged in containers. By Song Dynasty, flower arranging art enjoyed high ____39____ (popular) among ordinary people. ____40____ society developing greatly over the past years, the art of flower arranging has developed too. In 2008, traditional flower arrangement ____41____ (include) in the National Intangible Cultural Heritage list, protected by the government.
Wang Lianying, a university professor,____42____ (apply) herself to traditional Chinese flower arranging for over forty years. Wang and her coworkers traveled to ____43____ (gallery) across the country to collect information. When choosing flower materials, flower arranging artists try to take their forms and understand their meaning. They not only show the flower’s natural beauty, ____44____ show its humanistic spirit. They also organized training programs and set up courses at university _____45_____ (arouse) the interest of the younger generation. They hope they will always love flowers and plants, and when arranging them, they will follow their natural shape to create impressive artworks.
【答案】36. related
37. appealing
38. which 39. popularity
40. With 41. was included
42. has applied##has been applying
43. galleries
44. but 45. to arouse
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国传统插花艺术。
【36题详解】
考查形容词。句意：几千年来，一种与花有关的艺术形式，即中国传统插花，一直是中国文化中重要而吸引人的一部分。“(relate) to flowers”修饰名词an art form，用形容词related构成形容词短语作后置定语，意为“相关的，有联系的”。故填related。
【37题详解】
考查形容词。句意：几千年来，一种与花有关的艺术形式，即中国传统插花，一直是中国文化中重要而吸引人的一部分。提示词与形容词important是并列关系，修饰名词part，也应用形容词形式appealing，意为“吸引人的”。故填appealing。
【38题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：中国古代开始了传统插花艺术，当时插花是没有容器的。分析句子可知，空格处单词所在句为非限制性定语从句，修饰先行词Ancient China，关系词代替先行词在定语从句中作介词 during后的宾语，应使用关系代词which引导该从句，构成“介词+关系代词”引导的定语从句。故填which。
【39题详解】
考查名词。句意：到了宋代，插花艺术在普通百姓中享有很高的知名度。提示词作宾语，用不可数名词popularity，意为“流行，普及”。故填popularity。
【40题详解】
考查介词和with复合结构。句意：近年来，随着社会的发展，插花艺术也得到了发展。根据句意，“ society developing greatly over the past years”作时间状语，该结构不是一个句子，其中developing是非谓语动词，society是其逻辑主语，符合“with复合结构”特征，用介词with构成复合结构在句中作时间状语；句首单词首字母大写。故填With。
【41题详解】
考查时态语态和主谓一致。句意：2008年，传统插花被列入国家非物质文化遗产名录，受到政府保护。分析句子可知，include(把……列为一部分)是句中谓语动词，与主语traditional flower arrangement之间是被动关系，结合时间状语In 2008可知，讲述过去的事情应使用一般过去时态，又因主语是不可数名词，所以谓语应使用单数形式。综上，谓语应用一般过去时的被动语态，单数形式。故填was included。
【42题详解】
考查时态语态和主谓一致。句意：王连英是一位大学教授，从事中国传统插花已有四十多年了。分析句子可知， apply(将……投入)是句中谓语动词，与主语Wang Lianying之间是主动关系，结合时间状语for over forty years可知，描述从过去持续到现在动作，应使用现在完成时态或现在完成进行时态，又因主语是专有名词，所以谓语应使用单数形式。综上，谓语现在完成时或的现在完成进行时的主动语态，单数形式。故填has applied/has been applying。
【43题详解】
考查名词。句意：王女士和她的同事们到全国各地的画廊收集信息。提示词gallery(画廊)作宾语，结合后置定语across the country可知，“全国各地的画廊”是复数概念，用复数名词galleries。故填galleries。
【44题详解】
考查连词。句意：它们不仅展现了花的自然美，还展现了花的人文精神。not only...but (also)...是固定搭配，意为“不仅……而且/还……”。故填but。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：他们还组织培训项目，并在大学开设课程，以引起年轻一代的兴趣。根据句意，“(arouse) the interest of the younger generation”是“organized training programs and set up courses at university”的目的，用不定式作目的状语。故填to arouse。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，是你校科学实验社团(the Scientific Experiment Club)的社长，请你写一份英文发言稿，给下周来你校访问的外国学生介绍你们社团，要点如下：
1.社团基本情况(成立意义，活动开展—)；
2.社团的前景规划。
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。
Hello, everyone! Welcome to our school!
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
That’s all for my sharing! Thank you!
【答案】范文
Hello, everyone! Welcome to our school! I am Li hua, chairman of the Scientific Experiment Club. It’s my honour to give a brief introduction to our club.
Our club aims at providing a platform for members to engage in hands-on experiments, and gain practical experience beyond the classroom. We meet weekly in our laboratory, where members work in groups or independently on various experiments in biology, chemistry, physics, and so on.
In the coming years, our club plans to expand its reach and influence. Moreover, we will establish more cooperation with other scientific clubs and academic institutions, preparing students for future careers in science.
That’s all for my sharing! Thank you!
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生写一份英文发言稿，给下周来你校访问的外国学生介绍你们社团。
【详解】1.词汇积累
打算：plan to→intend to
参与：engage in→take part in
各种各样的：various→a variety of
建立：establish→build up
2.句式拓展
合并简单句
原句：In the coming years, our club plans to expand its reach and influence. Moreover, we will establish more cooperation with other scientific clubs and academic institutions, preparing students for future careers in science.
拓展句：Not only does our club plan to expand its reach and influence, but also we will establish more cooperation with other scientific clubs and academic institutions, preparing students for future careers in science.
【点睛】[高分句型1] Our club aims at providing a platform for members to engage in hands-on experiments, and gain practical experience beyond the classroom. (运用了动名词作宾语)
[高分句型2] We meet weekly in our laboratory, where members work in groups or independently on various experiments in biology, chemistry, physics, and so on. (运用了where引导非限制性定语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“There are lots of beautiful fish in the lake,” said Grandpa as he drove our small boat out onto the lake one morning. “Robbie, this looks like a good place. Let’s stay there and start some serious fishing.”
Grandpa’s words filled my six-year-old mind with excitement of catching a big fish and having a dinner of fish. Attaching a bobber (浮标) to my line, I threw it into the quiet, blue-green water. My eyes carefully watched the bobber for any sign of movement. At first, my heart was beating with excitement, but after about half an hour, I grew tired of the bobber’s stillness in the water.
“Where are all the fish ” I cried. “Patience, Robbie,” said Grandpa. “Let our boat drift (漂流) for a while and see if that changes our luck.” This was how the rest of the day went. However much we drifted or moved to different parts of the lake, no fish was coming. I was quite sad and had thoughts of never fishing again. Finally, by late afternoon, Grandpa started driving us back to the lakeside.
During the period, he told me a story of how a fisherman finally caught lots of fish after being patient. But I was not that encouraged. After pulling up to the lakeside, he said, “Robbie, after I tie up the boat, stay on the boat and throw your line in one more time. There may be some sunfish hanging around the lakeside.”
I did as he said and again watched the bobber. This time I planned to be patient and waited longer.
注意
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式作答。
Just when I decided to give up, I saw the bobber move a little.
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Grandpa turned around and taught me how to land the fish.
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【答案】
Just when I decided to give up, I saw the bobber move a little. I awoke suddenly from my sleepiness. The bobber moved a second time and then a third. I felt the pull of the line as the bobber disappeared below the water’s surface. My eyes lit up and my body responded with a quick pull on the fishing pole. I clearly felt the weight of the great fish on the other and of the line, so I shouted excitedly, “Grandpa, it’s a fish!”
Grandpa turned around and taught me how to land the fish. I managed to pull the big fish up to our boat. Grandpa looked at me with a big smile and said, “Robbie, this is the biggest fish I’ve ever seen. Luckily you stuck it out to catch it.” I was so proud. When we arrived home, I showed the big fish to all family members. Grandma was so happy, and she fried it up for our dinner. After dinner, Grandpa told everyone about our adventure and how I caught a fish using my newfound fishermen’s tricks, especially the patience.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达是读后续写。本文以人物为线索展开。爷爷带着“我”去钓鱼，结果过了很长世间也没钓到鱼。我很伤心，想再也不钓鱼了。他给“我”讲了一个渔夫如何在耐心之后最终钓到很多鱼的故事。但我并没有受到鼓舞。把船停在湖边后，爷爷想再试试。这一次我打算耐心一点，再等一会儿。
【详解】1.段落续写
①由第一段句首内容“就在我决定放弃的时候，我看到浮标动了一下。”可知，第一段可以描写鱼上钩的过程和“我”的动作、语言。
②由第二段句首内容“爷爷转过身来教我如何把鱼放上岸。”可知，第二段可以描写钓到鱼后，“我们”的动作和感受。
2.续写线索：浮标动—喊爷爷来—钓到鱼—自豪—把鱼拿给所有的家庭成员看—讲述过程
3.词汇激活
行为类
①感觉：feel/ sense
②拉：pull/ drag
③消失：disappear/ vanish
情绪类
①兴奋地：excitedly/ feverishly
②高兴的：happy/joyful/delighted
【点睛】【高分句型1】I felt the pull of the line as the bobber disappeared below the water’s surface. ( 运用了as引导的时间状语从句)
【高分句型2】Luckily you stuck it out to catch it. ( 运用了不定式to catch作目的状语)
【高分句型3】After dinner, Grandpa told everyone about our adventure and how I caught a fish using my newfound fishermen’s tricks, especially the patience. (运用了how引导的宾语从句、现在分词using作状语)
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