2023—2024学年度第一学期质量检测
高二英语试题
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What did the man do last weekend
A．He exercised at a gym. B．He designed a building. C．He took part in a competition.
2．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．A company. B．A job position. C．An interview.
3．How much will the woman pay
A．$ 180. B．$ 720. C．$ 900.
4．Where does the conversation probably take place
A．In a gas station. B．In a supermarket. C．In a bookshop.
5．What is the best season for a visit
A．Autumn. B．Summer. C．Spring.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What are the speakers dissatisfied with about the restaurant
A．The price. B．The service. C．The food.
7．When will the film start
A．At 6:00. B．At 7:15. C．At 7:30.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What seems to bother Tom
A．Clare laughed at him.
B．Clare didn’t return his photos.
C．Clare failed to keep her words.
9．How does Tom feel about Clare
A．Embarrassed B．Angry. C．Ashamed.
10．What does the woman suggest Tom do
A．Talk to Clare. B．Have a good rest. C．Sha re photos with Justin.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What is the matter with the man
A．He is under much pressure.
B．He suffers rapid weight loss.
C．He has a headache frequently.
12．What does the woman advise the man to do
A．Stop smoking. B．Take more exercise. C．Drink less.
13．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Colleagues. B．Doctor and patient. C．Friends.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．Why does the man hesitate to hire the woman
A．She never serves big parties before.
B．He thinks she can only cook vegetables.
C．The payment she demanded is too high.
15．What activity is the man planning
A．A private dinner party. B．A food exhibition. C．A charity event.
16．What does the woman think of the food she makes
A．Special. B．Simple. C．Traditional.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．When did the previous fair usually take place
A．On October 5th. B．On October 10th. C．On October 15th.
18．What is the requirement for filling out the report form
A．It can be an electronic copy.
B．It should be signed by parents.
C．It must be in the child’s handwriting.
19．How should the children show their parks
A．By playing videos. B．By using posters. C．By making models.
20．Who is the speaker talking to
A．Parents. B．Students. C．Teachers.
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
Visit America’s National Parks for Free on These Six Days in 2024
It’s time to plan a visit to your dream national park destination. For a few days each year, every national park in America is free to visit — including hundreds of national monuments, seashores, historic sites and more.
Less than a quarter of them have entry fees, but those that do charge up to $20 per person or up to $35 per vehicle. Revenue (收入) from these fees stays in the National Park Service to cover visitor services, including improving accessibility, restoring wildlife habitat and more.
“National parks are places that awaken senses, inspire curiosity, encourage reflection, and promote joy,” National Park Service Director Chuck Sams said in a statement. “The entrance fee-free days expand opportunities for people to visit their national parks and experience the beauty and history of our country.”
There’s a new addition to the entrance fee-free days in 2024: Juneteenth, which became recognized as a national holiday on June 17, 2021.
National park free entry days for 2024:
●Jan. 15 — Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
●April 20 — First day of National Park Week
●June 19 — Juneteenth
●Aug. 4 — Great American Outdoors Day
●Sept. 28 — National Public Lands Day
●Nov. 11 — Veterans Day
Fees for certain activities like camping and fishing will still be in place. Additionally, parks operated in partnership with outside parties may charge other types of fees. For instance, Waco Mammoth charges an access fee for its dig shelter. That park is run by the Park Service, together with the City of Waco, Texas, and Baylor University. Visitors can find site-specific details on park websites.
1. What are some national parks’ entrance fees mainly used for
A. Popularizing the country’s history. B. Paying for visitor services.
C. Financing visitors during their stay. D. Boosting local economies.
2. When is the national park free entry day for the new addition in 2024
A. April 20. B. June 17. C. June 19. D. Sept. 28.
3. What can be learned about Waco Mammoth
A. It is cooperatively managed. B. It hosts some outdoor parties.
C. It features camping and fishing. D. It is free of charge all year round.
B
In a breathtaking incident in Berlin, a young man narrowly escaped a life-threatening situation where he became trapped beneath a bus.
The 16-year-old found himself unable to move beneath a tyre (轮胎) of the bus when he fell down during an attempt to catch the departing vehicle at a local stop on a Monday afternoon. The quick response of the bus driver, who immediately stopped the vehicle, coupled with the assistance of roughly 40 people, including both passengers and bystanders, led to a remarkable achievement. Together, they managed to lift the right side of the bus sufficiently to free the young man.
Frank Kurze, one of the courageous volunteers who participated in the rescue, recalled the messy scene, stating, “I saw the men trying to lift the bus, and it was clear to me that I also had to help lift the bus and try to pull the young man from underneath.”
Nearby medical professionals from a healthcare center in the Spandau neighborhood of Berlin instantly arrived at the scene to provide vital first aid. Michelle Rueckborn, one of the nurses on duty, shared their response, saying, “We were at work when we heard screams, and our coworker looked out of the window and saw what had happened, and said ‘Grab the doctor’s kit and run.’”
Sandra Grunwald another nurse present at the scene, added, “He was responsive but understandably confused, unsure of what was unfolding around him.” Despite the frightening circumstances, the young man unbelievably survived with only minor injuries, thanks to the collective effort of around 40 individuals who came together to perform a heroic rescue.
The Berlin police department praised the collective efforts of those involved in the rescue as “heroes” and expressed their gratitude on social media, stating, “Thank you, Spandau. Thank you, Berlin.”
4. What was the accident at the bus stop
A. A teenager got caught under a bus. B. The tyre of a bus suddenly blew out.
C. A young passenger fell from his seat. D. The driver found the bus uncontrollable.
5. What did Frank Kurze do at the rescue scene
A. He recorded the whole event. B. He stepped forward bravely.
C. He turned to medical staff. D. He called more volunteers in.
6. Which of the following best describes the medical professionals
A. Tolerant. B. Creative. C. Patient. D. Decisive.
7. What message does the text try to convey
A. One good turn deserves another. B. Kindness brings mental rewards.
C. Many hands make light work. D. Opportunity is for the prepared.
C
I came across the book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less from a library app and I can say that after reading, it did not disappoint.
The book fits into the personal development category. It talks about how important it is to focus on absolutely important things and remove the unnecessary distractions. The common problem, Greg McKeown says, is spotting the important things. Essentialism means continuously defining where we can create the most value, then finding ways to execute these tasks most effortlessly.
In Essentialism, McKeown draws on experience and insight from working with the leaders of the most innovative companies in the world to show how to achieve the pursuit of less. More importantly, by applying a more selective standard for what is essential, the pursuit of less allows us to regain control of our own choices so we can channel our time, energy and effort into making the highest possible contribution toward the goals and activities that matter.
McKeown further explores the difference between an essentialist and a non-essentialist. He gives fantastic and relatable examples from his life as well as from others to illustrate how functioning as a non-essentialist is harmful for both you and those around you. He says the primary difference in both of them is the one who says yes to everything and the other (the essentialist) says yes only to the things that matter.
He also tells that a non-essentialist will commit to everything and put his personal priorities (优先事项) on the side while that is opposite in case of the essentialist. Whether it is in work-life or personal life, a non-essentialist will try to do more by quick-fix solutions but an essentialist will focus on removing barriers and nothing else. He also gives us examples of famous people like Mahatma Gandhi who followed essentialism.
Finally the book tells us how to set out the important things in our life — like a routine of 8 hours of sleep, daily journal or playing or relaxing every day to let our minds rest. In today’s fast-paced life, McKeown says, restfulness is a precious escape from the noisy world.
8. What does the underlined word “execute” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Carry out. B. Switch between. C. Watch out for. D. Get away from.
9. What is mainly stressed in paragraph 3
A. The significance of essentialism. B. The inspiration for the book.
C. Achievements of essentialists. D. Strategies for pursuing less.
10. Which of the following is a feature of essentialists
A. Commitment to daily work. B. High efficiency in work.
C. Positive influence by celebrities. D. Concentration on priorities.
11. What does McKeown suggest people do
A. Avoid tiring work if possible. B. Find meaning in everyday life.
C. Take a break when necessary. D. Remain restless and unmotivated.
D
For years, those looking to generate electricity without using fossil fuels have dreamed of exploring the virtually unlimited heat source that lies 8 kilometres or more beneath Earth’s surface. Previous efforts have been blocked because getting to that heat requires drilling into rock that is too hard for conventional techniques.
Now, one possibility involves repurposing an existing technology to dig this source and produce electricity at a lower cost than any existing form of power generation. This isn’t, however, simply a matter of economics. Even if all nations were to meet the commitments that were made under the Paris Agreement on climate change, temperatures are expected to rise by roughly 3℃ by 2100. Digging deep geothermal (地热) energy has the promise of replacing fossil fuel-powered plants to prevent this disaster.
The technology that might enable this, which makes use of millimetre waves, was improved for academic research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and could provide access to the 400℃ to 500℃ heat that lies several kilometres below Earth’s surface. Obtained through a hole, this heat could produce steam for electricity generation as a zero-carbon alternative for fossil fuels.
Millimetre waves are similar to, but vastly more powerful than, the waves used in a microwave oven. Created by a device called a gyrotron, these waves have now been proven to vaporise (汽化) rock according to Carlos Araque,CEO of start-up Quaise Energy, which has a licence to commercialise the technology for deep bined with conventional drilling, it might be possible to open a hole reaching large amounts of deep heat.
The genius of this technology is that it matches existing facilities and expertise, while the biggest difficulty will be delivering and focusing the millimetre waves so deep underground.
This challenge can and must be met. Quaise Energy plans to complete a shallow pilot project next year and construct two deep drill holes later. If its approach proves attainable, deep geothermal energy could be employed extremely rapidly. The speed with which a covid-19 vaccine (疫苗) was produced showed what the world can do when faced with an emergency. Deep geothermal energy promises to be the equivalent of a vaccine for the climate emergency.
12. Why does the author mention the Paris Agreement in paragraph 2
A. To explain the complexity of climate change.
B. To show the urgency for sustainable resources.
C. To display the climate crisis caused by humans.
D. To prove the accuracy of prediction on temperature.
13. What can millimetre waves be used to do
A. Generate enough powerful steam. B. Transform rock into heat energy.
C. Detect the location of deep heat. D. Create holes through hard rock.
14. What can be inferred about Quaise Energy’s plan
A. It’s a hurried decision. B. It’s sort of unrealistic.
C. It’s highly anticipated. D. It’s inspired by vaccines.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Exploring the Earth B. Drilling Deep C. HOT! Wave Energy D. Heat for Heart!
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。
Whether you’re exploring retirement communities for a family member, friend or yourself, it’s natural to feel a bit uncertain. Misunderstandings of retirement living can make the decision-making process challenging. ___16___ Here are four uplifting ways retirement communities can actually improve your overall well-being.
Supplying wellness programs
At home, finding proper exercise and wellness opportunities can be a challenge. Retirement communities attach importance to the well-being of their residents by offering specially designed wellness programs. From yoga to dance classes, these programs are designed to serve older adults, promoting both mental and physical health. ___17___
Maintaining social connections
___18___ To handle it, retirement communities are actively creating as many socializing opportunities as possible. Encouraging residents to engage in activities outside their living spaces improves strong mental health and reduces the risk of depression, contributing to overall well-being.
___19___
Living alone can present safety challenges, such as the risk of falls or exposure to bad weather. Retirement communities offer a safe and protected environment, minimizing the likelihood of accidents. This is especially advantageous for individuals with limited mobility, ensuring both peace of mind and a sense of security.
Offering nutritious meals
Nutrition plays a crucial role in our lives, particularly as we age. Retirement communities understand the unique dietary needs of older individuals and provide health-focused meal plans. ___20___ Their dietary requirements are also met without effort.
Put more simply, retirement communities offer residents a diversity of wellness and educational programs, which are designed to uplift spirits and present a retirement living experience that combines joy and health-focused well-being.
A. Providing worry-free service
B. Ensuring a secure environment
C. Having a good state of mind is also of benefit to our health.
D. Residents can save the trouble of grocery shopping or cooking.
E. Regular participation can help residents stay healthier for longer.
F. Loneliness can become a concern, especially for those living alone.
G. However, retirement community living can greatly contribute to your health.
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，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。
Seven years ago, I took on a voluntary job at an aquarium(水族馆). It was amazing because I adored the ___21___ and dreamed of studying fishes.
As expected, Shark Week rolled around. I was ___22___ for I love sharks and swimming with them was on my ___23___. Luckily, I had one shift during Shark Week.
The big day came at last. On my arrival, however, I suddenly felt ___24___ and almost fell over. Realizing I couldn’t continue my work, I moved slowly to the office and ___25___ the situation to the manager. My heart ___26___. That was my only ___27___ during Shark Week but I had to ___28___ it. On top of that, I needed to go home by bus. Normally I didn’t ___29___ taking the bus home, but my bus stop was up a hill. It was quite a climb. Despite my poor physical state, I still ___30___ to reach the stop.
Beside the stop was a cupcake shop. I ___31___ to drop in, considering it was hot and I felt terrible. The waitress kindly asked “How’s your day ” I responded I wasn’t ___32___ enough to work and that I would miss Shark Week. Before I ___33___ my wallet, she said it was on her. Handing me the ice cream, she told me to feel better.
Now I don’t remember much about her and I don’t know whether I’d ___34___ her if we meet again but I’ll never forget her ___35___. She made my horrible day a little better.
21.
A. ocean B. tourists C. pay D. smell
22.
A. grateful B. calm C. overjoyed D. anxious
23.
A. way B. side C. behalf D. list
24.
A. down B. sick C. guilty D. puzzled
25.
A. realized B. examined C. shared D. explained
26.
A. beat B. raced C. sank D. worked
27.
A. gift B. shift C. job D. time
28.
A. miss B. acquire C. finish D. leave
29.
A. enjoy B. advise C. mind D. avoid
30.
A. managed B. refused C. expected D. promised
31.
A. pretended B. decided C. failed D. agreed
32.
A. delighted B. mature C. well D. remarkable
33.
A. put aside B. stared at C. handed in D. reached for
34.
A. recognize B. recall C. praise D. describe
35.
A. business B. beauty C. courage D. kindness
第二节(共10小题;每小题1分，满分10分)
根据所给单词的汉语提示或首字母，写出空缺处单词的正确形式，每空一词。
36. The spokesman said the ______(语气) of the letter was very friendly.(根据汉语提示单词拼写)
37. It is the scientific ______(分析) that contributes to the solid conclusion. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
38. The only ______ (目击证人) to the accident offered the police detailed information. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
39. With the stable growth in power use, electricity ______ (消耗) will increase greatly. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
40. A Chinese art form, jinhuidui, ______ (字面上) “a pile of beautiful things from ash”, originated in the Yuan Dynasty. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
41. Most patients have a poor a______ and can hardly eat anything. (根据首字母单词拼写)
42. Peter is reliable, because his word is always c ______ with his action. (根据首字母单词拼写)
43. Something urgent to deal with, he isn’t a ______ for your birthday party. (根据首字母单词拼写)
44. Promising students will do what they can to live up to their parents’ e______.(根据首字母单词拼写)
45. To inspire interest in science, the school has s ______ to various popular science magazines for students. (根据首字母单词拼写)
第三节(共5小题;每小题1分，满分5分)
阅读下列各句，在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
46. ______ wants to come along is welcome to join us. (用适当的词填空)
47. We were impressed with the ______(deep) of her knowledge. (所给词的适当形式填空)
48. I encountered an old friend from ______ I had parted for many years. (所给词的适当形式填空)
49. The headmaster delivered a speech,______(motivate) youngsters to move forward for their dream. (所给词的适当形式填空)
50. It was the second time that I ______(read) the novel, and each time, I discovered new layers of meaning in the author’s words. (所给词的适当形式填空)
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
51. 你校拟开设急救课程，校英文报Students’ Voice栏目就此向学生征集相关建议。请你向该栏目投稿，内容包括：
1．课程开设的必要性；
2．课程开设的建议。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80个左右；
2．请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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第二节(满分25分)
52. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完成的短文。
Mya finished playing a Christmas carol(颂歌) and looked up at her piano teacher. “You played that very well,” Ms. Jackson said. “How would you like to join some of the other students and play carols at the shopping center this Saturday afternoon ”
“I can’t,” Mya said quickly.
“Lots of kids are shy,” Ms. Jackson said, “but the best way to overcome your fear of playing in public is by actually doing what scares you. Remember, our art festival is going to be right after Christmas. You’ll have to play in front of an audience then. Playing at the shopping center this weekend would be great practice.”
“I’m sorry. I can’t be there,” Mya went on. “My great-grandmother invited my family to the Christmas party at her retirement community that afternoon.”
Mya didn’t add that she was relieved to have an excuse not to have to play at the shopping center. The thought of playing piano with so many people around made her stomach clench into a knot.
On Saturday morning, as Mya helped Mom and Dad wrap presents for Great-Grandma, she thought about her friends playing the piano at the shopping center. She pictured hundreds of shoppers hanging around and listening while going from store to store. Some of them would take breaks from shopping to sit on benches and watch the piano players. “I’m so glad I won’t be there,” she thought to herself.
When Mya and her parents arrived at the retirement community, they greeted Great-Grandma with hugs and wishes for a merry Christmas. Mrs. Carmen, the party activities director, showed a short holiday movie first. Then they played games, and the residents opened their gifts.
“We usually end by singing Christmas carols,” Mrs. Carmen said. “But our pianoplayer wasn’t able to make it today.” “Mya plays the piano,” Great-Grandma announced, smiling proudly.
“Wonderful” Mrs. Carmen said. She smiled at Mya. “Mya, would you like to play while we sing It would be such a help.”
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右;
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Mya was about to say she couldn’t do it.
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She sat down on the bench and played “Silent Night”.
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高二英语试题
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What did the man do last weekend
A．He exercised at a gym. B．He designed a building. C．He took part in a competition.
2．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．A company. B．A job position. C．An interview.
3．How much will the woman pay
A．$ 180. B．$ 720. C．$ 900.
4．Where does the conversation probably take place
A．In a gas station. B．In a supermarket. C．In a bookshop.
5．What is the best season for a visit
A．Autumn. B．Summer. C．Spring.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What are the speakers dissatisfied with about the restaurant
A．The price. B．The service. C．The food.
7．When will the film start
A．At 6:00. B．At 7:15. C．At 7:30.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What seems to bother Tom
A．Clare laughed at him.
B．Clare didn’t return his photos.
C．Clare failed to keep her words.
9．How does Tom feel about Clare
A．Embarrassed. B．Angry. C．Ashamed.
10．What does the woman suggest Tom do
A．Talk to Clare. B．Have a good rest. C．Sha re photos with Justin.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What is the matter with the man
A．He is under much pressure.
B．He suffers rapid weight loss.
C．He has a headache frequently.
12．What does the woman advise the man to do
A．Stop smoking. B．Take more exercise. C．Drink less.
13．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Colleagues. B．Doctor and patient. C．Friends.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．Why does the man hesitate to hire the woman
A．She never serves big parties before.
B．He thinks she can only cook vegetables.
C．The payment she demanded is too high.
15．What activity is the man planning
A．A private dinner party. B．A food exhibition. C．A charity event.
16．What does the woman think of the food she makes
A．Special. B．Simple. C．Traditional.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．When did the previous fair usually take place
A．On October 5th. B．On October 10th. C．On October 15th.
18．What is the requirement for filling out the report form
A．It can be an electronic copy.
B．It should be signed by parents.
C．It must be in the child’s handwriting.
19．How should the children show their parks
A．By playing videos. B．By using posters. C．By making models.
20．Who is the speaker talking to
A．Parents. B．Students. C．Teachers.
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
Visit America’s National Parks for Free on These Six Days in 2024
It’s time to plan a visit to your dream national park destination. For a few days each year, every national park in America is free to visit — including hundreds of national monuments, seashores, historic sites and more.
Less than a quarter of them have entry fees, but those that do charge up to $20 per person or up to $35 per vehicle. Revenue (收入) from these fees stays in the National Park Service to cover visitor services, including improving accessibility, restoring wildlife habitat and more.
“National parks are places that awaken senses, inspire curiosity, encourage reflection, and promote joy,” National Park Service Director Chuck Sams said in a statement. “The entrance fee-free days expand opportunities for people to visit their national parks and experience the beauty and history of our country.”
There’s a new addition to the entrance fee-free days in 2024: Juneteenth, which became recognized as a national holiday on June 17, 2021.
National park free entry days for 2024:
●Jan. 15 — Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
●April 20 — First day of National Park Week
●June 19 — Juneteenth
●Aug. 4 — Great American Outdoors Day
●Sept. 28 — National Public Lands Day
●Nov. 11 — Veterans Day
Fees for certain activities like camping and fishing will still be in place. Additionally, parks operated in partnership with outside parties may charge other types of fees. For instance, Waco Mammoth charges an access fee for its dig shelter. That park is run by the Park Service, together with the City of Waco, Texas, and Baylor University. Visitors can find site-specific details on park websites.
1. What are some national parks’ entrance fees mainly used for
A. Popularizing the country’s history. B. Paying for visitor services.
C. Financing visitors during their stay. D. Boosting local economies.
2. When is the national park free entry day for the new addition in 2024
A. April 20. B. June 17. C. June 19. D. Sept. 28.
3. What can be learned about Waco Mammoth
A. It is cooperatively managed. B. It hosts some outdoor parties.
C It features camping and fishing. D. It is free of charge all year round.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了在特定的几天，美国的所有国家公园将会向民众免门票，让民众有更多的机会欣赏美景、了解国家历史。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Revenue (收入) from these fees stays in the National Park Service to cover visitor services, including improving accessibility, restoring wildlife habitat and more.(这些费用的收入留在国家公园管理局，用于支付游客服务，包括改善可达性，恢复野生动物栖息地等)”可知，一些国家公园的门票主要用于支付游客服务费用。故选B项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第四段“There’s a new addition to the entrance fee-free days in 2024: Juneteenth, which became recognized as a national holiday on June 17, 2021.(除了2024年的免门票日，还有一个新节日：六月节，2021年6月17日被认定为全国性节日)”和National park free entry days for 2024:部分中的第三项June 19 — Juneteenth可知，2024年国家公园的免费入园日是6月19日。故选C项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“That park is run by the Park Service, together with the City of Waco, Texas, and Baylor University. Visitors can find site-specific details on park websites.(该公园由公园管理局、德克萨斯州韦科市和贝勒大学共同管理。游客可以在公园网站上找到具体的细节)”可推知，韦科猛犸公园是被协同管理的。故选A项。
B
In a breathtaking incident in Berlin, a young man narrowly escaped a life-threatening situation where he became trapped beneath a bus.
The 16-year-old found himself unable to move beneath a tyre (轮胎) of the bus when he fell down during an attempt to catch the departing vehicle at a local stop on a Monday afternoon. The quick response of the bus driver, who immediately stopped the vehicle, coupled with the assistance of roughly 40 people, including both passengers and bystanders, led to a remarkable achievement. Together, they managed to lift the right side of the bus sufficiently to free the young man.
Frank Kurze, one of the courageous volunteers who participated in the rescue, recalled the messy scene, stating, “I saw the men trying to lift the bus, and it was clear to me that I also had to help lift the bus and try to pull the young man from underneath.”
Nearby medical professionals from a healthcare center in the Spandau neighborhood of Berlin instantly arrived at the scene to provide vital first aid. Michelle Rueckborn, one of the nurses on duty, shared their response, saying, “We were at work when we heard screams, and our coworker looked out of the window and saw what had happened, and said ‘Grab the doctor’s kit and run.’”
Sandra Grunwald, another nurse present at the scene, added, “He was responsive but understandably confused, unsure of what was unfolding around him.” Despite the frightening circumstances, the young man unbelievably survived with only minor injuries, thanks to the collective effort of around 40 individuals who came together to perform a heroic rescue.
The Berlin police department praised the collective efforts of those involved in the rescue as “heroes” and expressed their gratitude on social media, stating, “Thank you, Spandau. Thank you, Berlin.”
4. What was the accident at the bus stop
A. A teenager got caught under a bus. B. The tyre of a bus suddenly blew out.
C. A young passenger fell from his seat. D. The driver found the bus uncontrollable.
5. What did Frank Kurze do at the rescue scene
A. He recorded the whole event. B. He stepped forward bravely.
C. He turned to medical staff. D. He called more volunteers in.
6. Which of the following best describes the medical professionals
A. Tolerant. B. Creative. C. Patient. D. Decisive.
7. What message does the text try to convey
A. One good turn deserves another. B. Kindness brings mental rewards.
C. Many hands make light work. D. Opportunity is for the prepared.
【答案】4. A 5. B 6. D 7. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了在柏林路人和医护人员全力营救一名被困车底的十六岁少年的英勇事迹。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“In a breathtaking incident in Berlin, a young man narrowly escaped a life-threatening situation where he became trapped beneath a bus.(在柏林发生的一起惊心动魄的事件中，一名年轻男子险些被困在一辆公共汽车下面，生命垂危)”可知，公车站里一个少年被困在公共汽车下面。故选A项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Frank Kurze, one of the courageous volunteers who participated in the rescue, recalled the messy scene, stating, “I saw the men trying to lift the bus, and it was clear to me that I also had to help lift the bus and try to pull the young man from underneath.”(弗兰克·库尔兹是参与救援的勇敢志愿者之一，他回忆起当时混乱的场景，他说：“我看到那些人试图抬起公交车，我很清楚，我也必须帮忙抬起公交车，并试图把那个年轻人从下面拉出来。”)”可知，弗兰克·库尔兹在救援现场勇敢地上前帮忙。故选B项。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“Michelle Rueckborn, one of the nurses on duty, shared their response, saying, “We were at work when we heard screams, and our coworker looked out of the window and saw what had happened, and said ‘Grab the doctor’s kit and run.’”(米歇尔，一个值班的护士，分享他们的反应，说，“我们在工作中,当我们听到尖叫声，和我们的同事朝窗外望去，看到发生了什么事，并说抓住医生的装备奔跑。”)”可推知，医护人员在救援时是果断的。故选D项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“The quick response of the bus driver, who immediately stopped the vehicle, coupled with the assistance of roughly 40 people, including both passengers and bystanders, led to a remarkable achievement. Together, they managed to lift the right side of the bus sufficiently to free the young man.(公交车司机反应迅速，立即停车，再加上大约40人的帮助，包括乘客和旁观者，取得了非凡的成就。他们共同努力，把公共汽车的右侧抬起，把那个年轻人救了出来)”可推知，文章想要传达的信息是“人多力量大”。故选C项。
C
I came across the book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less from a library app and I can say that after reading, it did not disappoint.
The book fits into the personal development category. It talks about how important it is to focus on absolutely important things and remove the unnecessary distractions. The common problem, Greg McKeown says, is spotting the important things. Essentialism means continuously defining where we can create the most value, then finding ways to execute these tasks most effortlessly.
In Essentialism, McKeown draws on experience and insight from working with the leaders of the most innovative companies in the world to show how to achieve the pursuit of less. More importantly, by applying a more selective standard for what is essential, the pursuit of less allows us to regain control of our own choices so we can channel our time, energy and effort into making the highest possible contribution toward the goals and activities that matter.
McKeown further explores the difference between an essentialist and a non-essentialist. He gives fantastic and relatable examples from his life as well as from others to illustrate how functioning as a non-essentialist is harmful for both you and those around you. He says the primary difference in both of them is the one who says yes to everything and the other (the essentialist) says yes only to the things that matter.
He also tells that a non-essentialist will commit to everything and put his personal priorities (优先事项) on the side while that is opposite in case of the essentialist. Whether it is in work-life or personal life, a non-essentialist will try to do more by quick-fix solutions but an essentialist will focus on removing barriers and nothing else. He also gives us examples of famous people like Mahatma Gandhi who followed essentialism.
Finally, the book tells us how to set out the important things in our life — like a routine of 8 hours of sleep, daily journal or playing or relaxing every day to let our minds rest. In today’s fast-paced life, McKeown says, restfulness is a precious escape from the noisy world.
8. What does the underlined word “execute” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Carry out. B. Switch between. C. Watch out for. D. Get away from.
9. What is mainly stressed in paragraph 3
A. The significance of essentialism. B. The inspiration for the book.
C. Achievements of essentialists. D. Strategies for pursuing less.
10. Which of the following is a feature of essentialists
A. Commitment to daily work. B. High efficiency in work.
C Positive influence by celebrities. D. Concentration on priorities.
11. What does McKeown suggest people do
A. Avoid tiring work if possible. B. Find meaning in everyday life.
C Take a break when necessary. D. Remain restless and unmotivated.
【答案】8. A 9. A 10. D 11. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了作者看到了一本叫做《本质主义：有纪律地追求更少》的书，他对这本书印象深刻。他讲述了这本书中让人受益匪浅的理论——本质论。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第二段“It talks about how important it is to focus on absolutely important things and remove the unnecessary distractions. (它谈到了专注于绝对重要的事情和消除不必要的干扰是多么重要。)”以及划线单词的前半句话“Essentialism means continuously defining where we can create the most value(本质主义意味着不断定义我们可以在哪里创造最大价值)”可知，本质论教会了我们专注于绝对重要的事情和消除不必要的干扰。我们要找到哪里能够创造最大的价值，然后找到方式去消除不必要的干扰，找到方法最轻松地执行这些任务。所以划线单词的意思是“执行”。故选A。
【9题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段“In Essentialism, McKeown draws on experience and insight from working with the leaders of the most innovative companies in the world to show how to achieve the pursuit of less. More importantly, by applying a more selective standard for what is essential, the pursuit of less allows us to regain control of our own choices so we can channel our time, energy and effort into making the highest possible contribution toward the goals and activities that matter.(在本质论中，麦基翁借鉴了与世界上最具创新性的公司领导者合作的经验和见解，展示了如何实现追求更少。更重要的是，通过对重要的东西应用更具选择性的标准，追求更少的东西可以让我们重新控制自己的选择，这样我们就可以将时间、精力和努力用于为重要的目标和活动做出尽可能高的贡献)”可知，本质论中告诉了人们如何实现追求更少，这样我们就可以将时间、精力和努力用于为重要的目标和活动做出尽可能高的贡献。所以本段重点强调了本质论的重要意义。故选A。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“He also tells that a non-essentialist will commit to everything and put his personal priorities (优先事项) on the side while that is opposite in case of the essentialist. Whether it is in work-life or personal life, a non-essentialist will try to do more by quick-fix solutions but an essentialist will focus on removing barriers and nothing else. (他还告诉，一个非本质主义者会致力于一切，并把他的个人优先事项放在一边，而在本质主义者的情况下，情况恰恰相反。无论是在工作生活还是个人生活中，非本质主义者都会试图通过快速解决方案做更多的事情，但本质主义会专注于消除障碍，而不是其他)”可知，本质主义的特征在于会专注于个人优先事项，而非本质主义则会把个人优先事项放在一边。故选D。
【11题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Finally, the book tells us how to set out the important things in our life—like a routine of 8 hours of sleep, daily journal or playing or relaxing every day to let our minds rest. In today’s fast-paced life, McKeown says, restfulness is a precious escape from the noisy world.(最后，这本书告诉我们如何安排我们生活中的重要事情，比如每天8小时的睡眠、写日记或玩耍或放松，让我们的大脑得到休息。麦基翁说，在当今快节奏的生活中，宁静是逃离嘈杂世界的宝贵方式)”可知，McKeown建议人们在生活中要适当的休息，使大脑得到放松。故选C。
D
For years, those looking to generate electricity without using fossil fuels have dreamed of exploring the virtually unlimited heat source that lies 8 kilometres or more beneath Earth’s surface. Previous efforts have been blocked because getting to that heat requires drilling into rock that is too hard for conventional techniques.
Now, one possibility involves repurposing an existing technology to dig this source and produce electricity at a lower cost than any existing form of power generation. This isn’t, however, simply a matter of economics. Even if all nations were to meet the commitments that were made under the Paris Agreement on climate change, temperatures are expected to rise by roughly 3℃ by 2100. Digging deep geothermal (地热) energy has the promise of replacing fossil fuel-powered plants to prevent this disaster.
The technology that might enable this, which makes use of millimetre waves, was improved for academic research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and could provide access to the 400℃ to 500℃ heat that lies several kilometres below Earth’s surface. Obtained through a hole, this heat could produce steam for electricity generation as a zero-carbon alternative for fossil fuels.
Millimetre waves are similar to, but vastly more powerful than, the waves used in a microwave oven. Created by a device called a gyrotron, these waves have now been proven to vaporise (汽化) rock according to Carlos Araque,CEO of start-up Quaise Energy, which has a licence to commercialise the technology for deep bined with conventional drilling, it might be possible to open a hole reaching large amounts of deep heat.
The genius of this technology is that it matches existing facilities and expertise, while the biggest difficulty will be delivering and focusing the millimetre waves so deep underground.
This challenge can and must be met. Quaise Energy plans to complete a shallow pilot project next year and construct two deep drill holes later. If its approach proves attainable, deep geothermal energy could be employed extremely rapidly. The speed with which a covid-19 vaccine (疫苗) was produced showed what the world can do when faced with an emergency. Deep geothermal energy promises to be the equivalent of a vaccine for the climate emergency.
12. Why does the author mention the Paris Agreement in paragraph 2
A. To explain the complexity of climate change.
B. To show the urgency for sustainable resources.
C. To display the climate crisis caused by humans.
D. To prove the accuracy of prediction on temperature.
13. What can millimetre waves be used to do
A. Generate enough powerful steam. B. Transform rock into heat energy.
C. Detect the location of deep heat. D. Create holes through hard rock.
14. What can be inferred about Quaise Energy’s plan
A. It’s a hurried decision. B. It’s sort of unrealistic.
C. It’s highly anticipated. D. It’s inspired by vaccines.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Exploring the Earth B. Drilling Deep C. HOT! Wave Energy D. Heat for Heart!
【答案】12. B 13. D 14. C 15. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了麻省理工学院研究改进了利用毫米波来钻入地下最硬的岩石，开采出位于地球表面下8公里或更远的地热能来代替化石燃料发电。这样就可以减少对气候的影响。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Even if all nations were to meet the commitments that were made under the Paris Agreement on climate change, temperatures are expected to rise by roughly 3℃ by 2100. Digging deep geothermal (地热) energy has the promise of replacing fossil fuel-powered plants to prevent this disaster.(即使所有国家都要履行《巴黎协定》对气候变化做出的承诺，预计到2100年，气温将上升约3摄氏度。挖掘深层地热能有望取代化石燃料发电厂，以防止这场灾难)”可知，如果所有国家都要履行《巴黎协定》，预计到2100年，气温也将上升约3摄氏度。由此可推知，人们急需找到地热能来替代化石燃料发电厂，以减轻气候改变带来的危害。故选B。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“The technology that might enable this, which makes use of millimetre waves, was improved for academic research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and could provide access to the 400℃ to 500℃ heat that lies several kilometres below Earth’s surface. Obtained through a hole, this heat could produce steam for electricity generation as a zero-carbon alternative for fossil fuels.(麻省理工学院的学术研究改进了利用毫米波实现这一目标的技术，该技术可以提供地球表面以下几公里的400摄氏度至500摄氏度的热量。通过一个洞获得的热量可以产生蒸汽发电，作为化石燃料的零碳替代品)”可知，毫米波可以通过在坚硬的岩石上打洞来获得地热能。故选D。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Quaise Energy plans to complete a shallow pilot project next year and construct two deep drill holes later. If its approach proves attainable, deep geothermal energy could be employed extremely rapidly. (Quaise Energy计划明年完成一个浅层试点项目，稍后建造两个深钻孔。如果这种方法被证明是可行的，那么深层地热能可以非常迅速地被利用)”可知，如果Quaise Energy的计划实施成功，那么深层地热能可以非常迅速地被利用。由此可推知，这个计划是被高度期待的。故选C。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段“The technology that might enable this, which makes use of millimetre waves, was improved for academic research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and could provide access to the 400℃ to 500℃ heat that lies several kilometres below Earth’s surface.(麻省理工学院的学术研究改进了利用毫米波实现这一目标的技术，该技术可以提供地球表面以下几公里的400摄氏度至500摄氏度的热量)”以及其全文可知，本文主要讲述了麻省理工学院研究改进了利用毫米波来钻入地下最硬的岩石，开采出位于地球表面下8公里或更远的地热能来代替化石燃料发电。这样就可以减少对气候的影响。所以“深度钻探”适合作本文的标题。故选B。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Whether you’re exploring retirement communities for a family member, friend or yourself, it’s natural to feel a bit uncertain. Misunderstandings of retirement living can make the decision-making process challenging. ___16___ Here are four uplifting ways retirement communities can actually improve your overall well-being.
Supplying wellness programs
At home, finding proper exercise and wellness opportunities can be a challenge. Retirement communities attach importance to the well-being of their residents by offering specially designed wellness programs. From yoga to dance classes, these programs are designed to serve older adults, promoting both mental and physical health. ___17___
Maintaining social connections
___18___ To handle it, retirement communities are actively creating as many socializing opportunities as possible. Encouraging residents to engage in activities outside their living spaces improves strong mental health and reduces the risk of depression, contributing to overall well-being.
___19___
Living alone can present safety challenges, such as the risk of falls or exposure to bad weather. Retirement communities offer a safe and protected environment, minimizing the likelihood of accidents. This is especially advantageous for individuals with limited mobility, ensuring both peace of mind and a sense of security.
Offering nutritious meals
Nutrition plays a crucial role in our lives, particularly as we age. Retirement communities understand the unique dietary needs of older individuals and provide health-focused meal plans. ___20___ Their dietary requirements are also met without effort.
Put more simply, retirement communities offer residents a diversity of wellness and educational programs, which are designed to uplift spirits and present a retirement living experience that combines joy and health-focused well-being.
A. Providing worry-free service
B. Ensuring a secure environment
C. Having a good state of mind is also of benefit to our health.
D. Residents can save the trouble of grocery shopping or cooking.
E. Regular participation can help residents stay healthier for longer.
F. Loneliness can become a concern, especially for those living alone.
G. However, retirement community living can greatly contribute to your health.
【答案】16. G 17. E 18. F 19. B 20. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了四种退休社区生活能给你健康带来的好处。
【16题详解】
上文“Misunderstandings of retirement living can make the decision-making process challenging.(对退休生活的误解会使决策过程充满挑战)”说明人们对退休生活有误解，空格处承上启下，下文“Here are four uplifting ways retirement communities can actually improve your overall well-being.(以下是退休社区可以真正改善您的整体幸福感的四种令人振奋的方式。)”，G项“然而，退休社区生活对你的健康有很大的帮助”和上文构成转折关系，同时也和下文构成内容上的承接。故选G项。
【17题详解】
上文“From yoga to dance classes, these programs are designed to serve older adults, promoting both mental and physical health.(从瑜伽到舞蹈课程，这些课程都是为老年人设计的，促进身心健康)”可知，老年社区提供了很多锻炼课程会促进老年人的健康，E项“定期参与可以帮助居民更长时间保持健康。”和上文构成内容上的承接，指出了定期参加老年活动的好处。故选E项。
【18题详解】
下文“To handle it, retirement communities are actively creating as many socializing opportunities as possible.(为了解决这个问题，退休社区正在积极创造尽可能多的社交机会)”中的it指代F项“孤独会成为一个问题，尤其是对那些独自生活的人来说”中的loneliness，前后句构成内容上的承接。故选F项。
【19题详解】
下文“Retirement communities offer a safe and protected environment, minimizing the likelihood of accidents.(退休社区提供了一个安全和受保护的环境，最大限度地减少了发生事故的可能性)”可知，退休社区提供了一个安全和受保护的环境，B项“确保安全的环境”是对整段内容的概括总结，适合作为本段小标题。故选B项。
【20题详解】
上文“Retirement communities understand the unique dietary needs of older individuals and provide health-focused meal plans.(退休社区了解老年人独特的饮食需求，并提供以健康为重点的膳食计划)”和D项“居民可以省去购买食品杂货或做饭的麻烦”构成因果关系，指出因为退休社区提供以健康为重点的膳食计划所以居民可以省去购买食品杂货或做饭的麻烦。故选D项。
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，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。
Seven years ago, I took on a voluntary job at an aquarium(水族馆). It was amazing because I adored the ___21___ and dreamed of studying fishes.
As expected, Shark Week rolled around. I was ___22___ for I love sharks and swimming with them was on my ___23___. Luckily, I had one shift during Shark Week.
The big day came at last. On my arrival, however, I suddenly felt ___24___ and almost fell over. Realizing I couldn’t continue my work, I moved slowly to the office and ___25___ the situation to the manager. My heart ___26___. That was my only ___27___ during Shark Week but I had to ___28___ it. On top of that, I needed to go home by bus. Normally I didn’t ___29___ taking the bus home, but my bus stop was up a hill. It was quite a climb. Despite my poor physical state, I still ___30___ to reach the stop.
Beside the stop was a cupcake shop. I ___31___ to drop in, considering it was hot and I felt terrible. The waitress kindly asked “How’s your day ” I responded I wasn’t ___32___ enough to work and that I would miss Shark Week. Before I ___33___ my wallet, she said it was on her. Handing me the ice cream, she told me to feel better.
Now I don’t remember much about her and I don’t know whether I’d ___34___ her if we meet again, but I’ll never forget her ___35___. She made my horrible day a little better.
21.
A. ocean B. tourists C. pay D. smell
22.
A. grateful B. calm C. overjoyed D. anxious
23.
A. way B. side C. behalf D. list
24.
A. down B. sick C. guilty D. puzzled
25.
A. realized B. examined C. shared D. explained
26.
A. beat B. raced C. sank D. worked
27.
A. gift B. shift C. job D. time
28.
A. miss B. acquire C. finish D. leave
29.
A. enjoy B. advise C. mind D. avoid
30.
A. managed B. refused C. expected D. promised
31.
A. pretended B. decided C. failed D. agreed
32.
A. delighted B. mature C. well D. remarkable
33.
A. put aside B. stared at C. handed in D. reached for
34.
A. recognize B. recall C. praise D. describe
35.
A. business B. beauty C. courage D. kindness
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. D 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. D 34. A 35. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述作者因为自己身体原因无法参加鲨鱼周，心情很懊恼，而一位纸杯蛋糕店服务员请作者吃冰激凌，安抚作者受伤的心的故事。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：这太神奇了，因为我热爱海洋，梦想着研究鱼类。A. ocean海洋；B. tourists游客；C. pay工资，薪水；D. smell气味。由下文“dreamed of studying fishes”可知，这里表示作者热爱“海洋”。故选A项。
【22题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我欣喜若狂，因为我喜欢鲨鱼，和它们一起游泳也在我的清单上。A. grateful感激的；B. calm平静的；C. overjoyed欣喜若狂的；D. anxious焦虑的。由下文“I love sharks”可知，作者喜爱鲨鱼，所以鲨鱼周的到来让作者“欣喜若狂”。故选C项。
【23题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我欣喜若狂，因为我喜欢鲨鱼，和它们一起游泳也在我的清单上。A. way方式；B. side一边；C. behalf代表；D. list列表，清单。由上文“I love sharks and swimming with them”可知，作者热爱鲨鱼，所以和鲨鱼游泳是在作者愿望“清单”上的。故选D项。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：然而，当我到达时，我突然感觉病了，差点摔倒。A. down沮丧的；B. sick生病的；C. guilty有罪的；D. puzzled困惑的。由下文“almost fell over”以及“my poor physical state”可知，这里指作者感觉“生病”了。故选B项。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：意识到我不能继续志愿者工作了，我慢慢地走到办公室，向经理解释了情况。A. realized意识到；B. examined检查；C. shared共享；D. explained解释。由上文“Realizing I couldn’t continue my work”可知，这里指作者去向经理“解释”自己的情况。故选D项。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我的心一沉。A. beat打败；B. raced参加比赛；C. sank沉没；D. worked工作。由下文“I would miss Shark Week”可知作者无法参加鲨鱼周，所以心里一“沉”，感到比较沮丧。故选C项。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：这是我在鲨鱼周期间唯一的一次轮班，但我不得不错过。A. gift礼物；B. shift轮班；C. job工作；D. time时间。由上文“I had one shift during Shark Week”以及语境可知，这里指这是作者鲨鱼周唯一的一次“轮班”。故选B项。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：这是我在鲨鱼周期间唯一的一次轮班，但我不得不错过。A. miss想念，错过；B. acquire获得；C. finish完成；D. leave离开。由下文“I would miss Shark Week” 可知，这里指作者将“错过”鲨鱼周。故选A项。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：通常我不介意坐公共汽车回家，但我的公共汽车站在山上。A. enjoy享受；B. advise建议；C. mind介意；D. avoid避免。由下文“my bus stop was up a hill”以及but表转折可知，这里指作者并不“介意”搭公交车，只是车站在山上，作者爬上去不知道身体能不能吃得消。故选C项。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：尽管我的身体状况很差，但我还是设法到达了终点。A. managed设法做某事；B. refused拒绝；C. expected期待；D. promised允诺。由上文“my poor physical state”以及Despite表转折可知，这里指作者还是“设法”登上山，去了车站。故选A项。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：考虑到天气很热以及我感觉很糟糕，我决定顺便来看看。A. pretended假装；B. decided决定；C. failed失败；D. agreed同意。由下文“it was hot and I felt terrible”可知，作者状态不是很好，“决定”去店里休息下。故选B项。
【32题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我回答说我身体不好，不能工作，我会错过鲨鱼周的。A. delighted高兴的；B. mature成熟的；C. well身体好的；D. remarkable非凡的。由上文“my poor physical state”可知，这里指作者身体不“好”。故选C项。
【33题详解】
考查动词词组辨析。句意：在我伸手去拿钱包之前，她说她请我这顿。A. put aside搁置；B. stared at盯着；C. handed in上交；D. reached for伸手去取。由下文“my wallet”以及语境可知，这里指作者“伸手去取”钱包。故选D项。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：现在我不太记得她了，我不知道如果我们再次见面我是否会认出她，但我永远不会忘记她的善良。A. recognize认出；B. recall回忆；C. praise赞扬；D. describe描述。由上文“I don’t remember much about her ”可知，这里指作者不知道再见面是否能“认出”那女服务员。故选A项。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：现在我不太记得她了，我不知道如果我们再次见面我是否会认出她，但我永远不会忘记她的友善。A. business业务；B. beauty美丽；C. courage勇气；D. kindness友善。由上文“she said it was on her”可知，作者这里指无法忘记女服务员的“友善”。故选D项。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1分，满分10分)
根据所给单词的汉语提示或首字母，写出空缺处单词的正确形式，每空一词。
36. The spokesman said the ______(语气) of the letter was very friendly.(根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】tone
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：发言人说这封信的语气非常友好。根据汉语提示可知应用名词tone，作主语，此处为特指。故填tone。
37. It is the scientific ______(分析) that contributes to the solid conclusion. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】analysis
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：科学的分析有助于得出可靠的结论。根据汉语提示可知，空处需要名词analysis“分析”。本句话为强调句型，空处为被强调的主语部分，contributes表明此处用单数，故填analysis。
38. The only ______ (目击证人) to the accident offered the police detailed information. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】witness
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：事故的唯一目击者向警方提供了详细情况。分析句子结构和意思可知，这里考查“目击证人”对应的名词witness，在句子中作主语。故填witness。
39. With the stable growth in power use, electricity ______ (消耗) will increase greatly. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】consumption
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：随着电力使用的稳定增长，用电量将大幅增加。根据空格前的定语electricity可知，空格处应填名词作主语，根据汉语提示“消耗”是consumption，为不可数名词。故填consumption。
40. A Chinese art form, jinhuidui, ______ (字面上) “a pile of beautiful things from ash”, originated in the Yuan Dynasty. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】literally
【解析】
【详解】考查副词。句意：金汇堆是中国的一种艺术形式，字面意思是“从灰烬中堆起一堆美丽的东西”，起源于元代。空格处作状语，修饰动词originated，应用副词形式。故填literally。
41. Most patients have a poor a______ and can hardly eat anything. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】appetite##ppetite
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：大多数病人胃口不好，几乎吃不下东西。根据句中“can hardly eat anything”可知，病人胃口不好，结合首字母提示，用名词appetite作宾语，意为“胃口”。故填appetite。
42. Peter is reliable, because his word is always c ______ with his action. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】consistent##onsistent
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：彼得是可靠的，因为他的言行总是一致的。根据“with his action”和首字母提示可推知，形容词consistent符合题意，意为“一贯的，一致的”，be consistent with是固定短语，表示“和……保持一致”。故填consistent。
43. Something urgent to deal with, he isn’t a ______ for your birthday party. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】available##vailable
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：有急事要处理，你的生日聚会他没空。根据单词首字母以及句意可知应用形容词available“空闲的”，作表语。故填available。
44. Promising students will do what they can to live up to their parents’ e______.(根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】expectations##xpectations
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：有前途的学生会尽他们所能不辜负父母的期望。根据空格前的名词所有格parents’可知，空格处应填名词作宾语，根据首字母和句意“期望”可知，此处使用expectation，为可数名词，由their parents’可知，期望不止一个，应用名词复数形式。故填expectations。
45. To inspire interest in science, the school has s ______ to various popular science magazines for students. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】subscribed##ubscribed
【解析】
【详解】考查动词。句意：为了激发学生对科学的兴趣，学校为学生订阅了各种科普杂志。分析句子结构和意思可知，这里考查动词subscribe“订阅”的过去分词形式，和前面的has一起构成现在完成时。故填subscribed。
第三节(共5小题;每小题1分，满分5分)
阅读下列各句，在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
46. ______ wants to come along is welcome to join us. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】Whoever
【解析】
【详解】考查主语从句。句意：欢迎任何想来的人加入我们。分析句子结构可知，空处引导主语从句。主语从句中缺少主语，根据句意可知，“无论谁”想来，都可以加入我们。所以用whoever引导主语从句。故填Whoever。
47. We were impressed with the ______(deep) of her knowledge. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】depth
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：我们对她知识的深度印象深刻。作介词的宾语，应用名词depth，不可数。故填depth。
48. I encountered an old friend from ______ I had parted for many years. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】whom
【解析】
【详解】考查定语从句。句意：我遇到了一位与我分开多年的老朋友。分析句子结构和意思可知，空格处引导定语从句，先行词在从句中作介词from的宾语，指人，用关系代词whom引导。故填whom。
49. The headmaster delivered a speech,______(motivate) youngsters to move forward for their dream. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】motivating
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：校长发表了讲话，激励年轻人朝着梦想前进。分析句子结构可知，空处需要非谓语动词作状语。该动词和其逻辑主语headmaster之间为主动关系，所以用现在分词作状语。故填motivating。
50. It was the second time that I ______(read) the novel, and each time, I discovered new layers of meaning in the author’s words. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】had read
【解析】
【详解】考查时态。句意：这是我第二次读这本小说，每读一次，我都能在作者的文字中发现新的含义。此处为句型It was the second time that+过去完成时。故填had read。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
51. 你校拟开设急救课程，校英文报Students’ Voice栏目就此向学生征集相关建议。请你向该栏目投稿，内容包括：
1．课程开设的必要性；
2．课程开设的建议。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80个左右；
2．请在答题卡相应位置作答。
First Aid Course Matters
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】First Aid Course Matters
When it comes to the first aid course, I hold the view that it is a must for students to be offered some related knowledge.
First aid is a science of giving medical care to a person before a doctor can be found. If quickly and correctly given, it can save a person’s life. However, only those with the right knowledge can perform first aid, so I suggest that our school should provide specific instruction on how to treat drowning, bleeding, choking, burns, cuts and traffic accidents. More importantly, involvement with the community is encouraged, which offers opportunities for students to apply their skills through volunteering or community events.
I’m convinced that the course will be well received.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给英语报的Students’ Voice栏目投稿，给他们一些如何开设急救课的建议。
【详解】1.词汇积累
观点：view→opinion
然而：however→nevertheless
建议：suggest→propose
机会：opportunity→chance
2.句式拓展
同义句转换
原句：If quickly and correctly given, it can save a person’s life.
同义句：If the first aid is quickly and correctly given, it can save a person’s life.
【点睛】【高分句型1】When it comes to the first aid course, I hold the view that it is a must for students to be offered some related knowledge.（运用了when引导的时间状语从句，that引导的同位语从句）
【高分句型2】More importantly, involvement with the community is encouraged, which offers opportunities for students to apply their skills through volunteering or community events.（运用了which引导的非限定性定语从句）
第二节(满分25分)
52. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完成的短文。
Mya finished playing a Christmas carol(颂歌) and looked up at her piano teacher. “You played that very well,” Ms. Jackson said. “How would you like to join some of the other students and play carols at the shopping center this Saturday afternoon ”
“I can’t,” Mya said quickly.
“Lots of kids are shy,” Ms. Jackson said, “but the best way to overcome your fear of playing in public is by actually doing what scares you. Remember, our art festival is going to be right after Christmas. You’ll have to play in front of an audience then. Playing at the shopping center this weekend would be great practice.”
“I’m sorry. I can’t be there,” Mya went on. “My great-grandmother invited my family to the Christmas party at her retirement community that afternoon.”
Mya didn’t add that she was relieved to have an excuse not to have to play at the shopping center. The thought of playing piano with so many people around made her stomach clench into a knot.
On Saturday morning, as Mya helped Mom and Dad wrap presents for Great-Grandma, she thought about her friends playing the piano at the shopping center. She pictured hundreds of shoppers hanging around and listening while going from store to store. Some of them would take breaks from shopping to sit on benches and watch the piano players. “I’m so glad I won’t be there,” she thought to herself.
When Mya and her parents arrived at the retirement community, they greeted Great-Grandma with hugs and wishes for a merry Christmas. Mrs. Carmen, the party activities director, showed a short holiday movie first. Then they played games, and the residents opened their gifts.
“We usually end by singing Christmas carols,” Mrs. Carmen said. “But our pianoplayer wasn’t able to make it today.” “Mya plays the piano,” Great-Grandma announced, smiling proudly.
“Wonderful,” Mrs. Carmen said. She smiled at Mya. “Mya, would you like to play while we sing It would be such a help.”
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右;
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Mya was about to say she couldn’t do it.
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She sat down on the bench and played “Silent Night”.
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【答案】Mya was about to say she couldn’t do it. However, looking around the room, she saw the smiles on all the faces as they looked eagerly toward her, especially her great-grandma. Her eyes were sparkling like diamonds. It was a big day for her. Nevertheless, Mya had her heart in her mouth at the thought that everyone would be sitting in a big circle facing the piano, which would be worse than playing at the shopping center. Just then, she remembered what Ms. Jackson had said. Taking a deep breath, Mya dragged her feet to the piano hesitantly.
She sat down on the bench and played “Silent Night”. The moment she touched the keys, her previous fear as well as anxiety faded away. Immersing herself in melody, she made no mistake all the way through. What a relief! Then, as she played it again, everyone began to sing cheerfully to the piano. A warm feeling chased away the butterflies in her stomach. Mya just had to do it. And she did! Ms. Jackson was right. By doing what scares you, you’ll gain a completely new perspective on yourself.
【解析】
【导语】本文以故事情节为线索展开，讲述了米娅拒绝钢琴老师让她这个星期六下午，和其他同学一起在购物中心唱圣诞颂歌,但去看望退休社区的曾祖母不得不给大家弹奏圣诞颂歌,感悟到通过做那些让自己害怕的事情，你会对自己有一个全新认识的故事。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“米娅正要说她做不到。”可知，第一段可描写米娅的紧张和心理想法，结合第二段的提示可知，此处应该要去演奏圣诞颂歌。
②由第二段首句内容“她坐在长凳上，演奏了《平安夜》。”可知，第二段可描写米娅沉浸在演奏中以及大家反应和米娅的感悟。
2.续写线索：
紧张——心理斗争——决定演奏——顺利演奏——大家的反应——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①看：look/witness/spot
②赶走：chase away/drive away
③获得：gain/obtain/get
情绪类
①渴望：dying for /eager/desperate
②快乐：cheerful/delighted
【点睛】[高分句型1]. Nevertheless, Mya had her heart in her mouth at the thought that everyone would be sitting in a big circle facing the piano, which would be worse than playing at the shopping center.（运用了非谓语动词和which引导的定语从句）
[高分句型2]. Just then, she remembered what Ms. Jackson had said.（运用了what引导的宾语从句）
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