2023~2024学年度第一学期学科素养诊断试题
高二英语
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. What time is it now
A. About 5:20 pm. B. About 5:40 pm. C. About 6:00 pm.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. The language to learn.
B. The film to watch.
C. The course to attend.
3. What will the man do tonight
A. Stay at home. B. Go to a club. C. Attend a meeting.
4. Where are the speakers
A. In a bank. B. In a restaurant. C. In a store.
5. Why did the man leave his last job
A. To become famous. B. To study further. C. To find a new job.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman probably do
A. An assistant. B. A doctor. C. A professor.
7. When will the man go to see the doctor
A. On Wednesday. B. On Thursday. C. On Friday.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the conversation mainly about
A. A building. B. A designer. C. A picture.
9. Which subject does the woman like best
A. History. B. Music. C. Math.
听第8段材料， 回答第 10至12题。
10. How did Andy feel when he first arrived at the classroom
A. Excited and pleased.
B. Anxious and afraid.
C. Embarrassed and annoyed.
11. What can we know about Mr Perry
A. He is strict. B. He is energetic. C. He is funny.
12. Why did the bell ring at 12:00
A. To tell students class is over.
B. To tell students to have lunch.
C. To remind students to attend class.
听第9段材料，回答第 13 至 16题。
13. What does the man think of Lucy’s taking flying lessons
A. Surprising. B. Impractical. C. Interesting.
14. What does Lucy work as
A. A pilot. B. A nurse. C. A doctor.
15. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. To teach in a college.
B. To start her own restaurant.
C. To teach an Italian cooking class.
16. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Brother and sister. C. Teacher and student.
听第10段材料，回答第 17至20题。
17. Where does the speaker come from
A. Australia. B. America. C. England.
18. What do English people think of Americans
A. Humorous. B. Quiet. C. Friendly.
19. What did the speaker like to do in the afternoon in England
A. To enjoy afternoon tea.
B. To watch comedy shows.
C. To play with his friends.
20. What did the speaker find amazing in England
A. The TV programs. B. The old buildings. C. The tea shops.
第二部分阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Road Trip Apps
RoadWarrior
Ever wonder how delivery drivers manage to hit so many different places in a relatively short amount of time It’s because they’re using an app like RoadWarrior to plan their routes (路线) to be as good as possible. However, while many other route planning apps only take things like traffic into account, RoadWarrior includes lots of other time-wasting details.
GasBuddy
Gas prices are high at present, so travelers are naturally focused on finding the lowest rates whenever possible. GasBuddy is one of the most popular apps for finding affordable gas, especially on long road trips. Like many apps, there is a free version (版本), as well as a paid version with $10 per year for added features.
RoadTrippers
For people who aren’t totally focused on getting from point A to point B in the fastest time possible, the RoadTrippers app is a must-have. Users can plan their trip from start to finish with as many as 150 stops for them to choose from along the way, which costs $29.99 per year. It won’t let you miss the famous scenic spots. It tells fuel costs, allows for drivers to plan friendly routes to their particular vehicles and lets the users cooperate (合作) with friends who are also on the road.
HotelTonight
Travelers sometimes don’t know exactly where they’re going to be at the end of the day, so they can’t book the hotels ahead of time. Fortunately, there are apps designed to help travelers get cheap last-minute hotel deals. One of the best is HotelTonight, which allows the users to search for the hotels available tonight in a given area at a low price, and it includes additional discounts.
1. Which app features saving time
A. RoadWarrior. B. RoadTrippers. C. GasBuddy. D. HotelTonight.
2. How much does RoadTrippers cost per year
A. $10. B. $29.99. C. $40.39. D. $150.
3. What is an advantage of HotelTonight
A. It includes gas-saving details.
B. It plans a sightseeing route for users.
C. It allows for a cheap last-minute hotel deal.
D. It gives users a chance to find friends on the road.
B
There’s a quote putting, “life doesn’t come with a manual (手册); it comes with a mother.” Thankfully, for Jabez and Christopher, their manual — or mother — found a creative way to keep her little boys’ fingers safe around a sewing machine. And as a result, she turned them into successful business owners.
Queenie Jenkins from Atlanta worked in the fashion industry and in her spare time, made matching scarves and skirts on her sewing machine at home. But once she became a mother with two energetic boys at her feet, her hobby became both difficult and dangerous. So, she turned the problem into a life lesson. Jenkins taught her boys how to use the sewing machine skilfully and safely. It wasn’t long before the boys were no longer green hands. As they grew older, they knew how to change the trousers into shorts for the summer months well.
When Jabez’s elementary school held a Career Day, he made 30 bow ties and 30 hair bows to sell. Within minutes, all of them had sold out. Then Jabez launched Kings and Gents Accessories, a small workshop, in 2018 with his brother. In addition to making and selling their bow ties, the brothers have also written a book and created a YouTube channel to host meetings for other potential “kidpreneurs (儿童企业家)”.
Now as a freshman in high school, Jabez said inspiring the next generation of business owners is an important part of their mission. “We just wanted to show younger kids how we got started, and how they can get started,” said Jabez, “We’re no different than any other kids.”
Jenkins has plenty to be proud of. Not only have her boys created a successful business, but they’ve gained valuable life skills along the way. “They’ve learned not to give up, to be more creative, and to be thinkers,” said Jenkins. “They don’t allow their fear to stop them.”
4. In which aspect do Jabez and Christopher benefit most from their mother’ sewing machine
A. Life skills. B. Safety rules.
C. Business plans. D. Cloth materials.
5. What do the underlined words “green hands” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Awkward learners. B. Attractive experts.
C. Admirable pioneers. D. Amazing artists.
6. Which of the following best describes the brothers’ impact on other potential kidpreneurs
A. Over-all. B. One-sided. C. Short-lived. D. Far-reaching.
7. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Mama’s sewing machine
B. Business on the rocks
C. Sewing the seeds of success
D. Developing creative thinking
C
Our two-year investigation into caged (关在笼中) tigers in America sent us through 32 US states—with some truly shocking experiences. But as the deadline neared, I still needed a powerful and hopeful image.
When we began our reporting in 2017—Sharon, writing; me taking photos; and our son, NickRuggia, filming—more tigers likely lived in cages in the US than remained in the wild. The number ranged from 5,000 to 10,000, but without strict government oversight, no one knew for sure.
Roadside zoos that allowed tourists to take pictures of young tigers were the main cause of what’s been called a US tiger crisis (危机). Caged cats often ended up in the illegal wildlife trade. Young tigers, parted from their mothers at birth, were fed poorly and touched by hundreds of people. When they grew too big and dangerous to pet at around 12 weeks, young tigers were put on show, or simply disappeared.
While we documented the unpleasant part of this industry, we also wanted to show the good life these impressive animals could have. With two weeks left before my deadline, I headed to the Wild Animal Sanctuary near Denver, where well-cared cats walked freely in their habitat.
There I met Clay Daniel, and Enzo, three of 39 tigers rescued from an animal park in Oklahoma. These nearly grown cats raced beside our car, which I’d seen only in the wild. It was a hot July day and soon two of the cats jumped into a pool to cool off. The third rested beside them on the ground. I crossed the road to take a picture of them. Then quietly, I came up close, trying not to disturb (打扰) them. I had the shot.
8. Why did the author start her reporting
A. To dig out the dark truth of caged tigers. B. To explore the amazing land in the country.
C. To tell people that baby tigers are harmless. D. To share the happy moment during the trip.
9. What is the main cause of the US tiger crisis according to the text
A. Forest fires. B. Climate change. C. Roadside zoos. D. Water pollution.
10. What can we learn about these young tigers from paragraph 3
A. They prefer to stay indoors. B. They are badly treated.
C. They get used to the changes. D. They are traded legally.
11. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning the Wild Animal Sanctuary
A. To praise her family for their effort. B. To explain what the animals suffered.
C. To introduce a special kind of tigers. D. To show some tigers lead an easy life.
D
Laughter has long been known as a universal language that can bring people closer together. However, not many people know that it can also cause physical pain. “Hah! I’ve been fooled!” said Bob as he realized he had fallen victim to one of Alice’s practical jokes. Bob’s upper back is in pain where Alice patted and a burning sensation shoots up to his head.
Is laughter always good for our health A new study suggests that while laughing does cause the release of “happy hormones” in the brain, it can also lead to discomfort in the upper body. The study, led by Professor Wang from the Beijing-based Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, involved 300 healthy participants, aged between 20 and 45 years old. Half of them were exposed to laughter, while the other half were not.
The study found that those who were exposed to laughter reported feeling more social connection and happiness than those who were not. However, the laughing group also reported experiencing more discomfort in their upper backs and heads. “Laughter can bring people closer together, but it can also activate the stretch receptors (伸展感受器) in the diaphragm (横膈膜), causing discomfort,” said Wang in an interview.
Previous research has linked laughter to improved immunity (免疫力), lower blood pressure, and overall well-being. Laughter has also been shown to improve the function of mitochondria (线粒体), which are the energy factories inside cells. However, like any other physical activity, laughing too much can also cause tiredness and shortness of breath. “Moderation (适度) is key, that is, you can’t laugh too much.” said Professor Xu from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, who was not involved in the study. “While laughter is good for us, we should also be mindful of how much we laugh.”
The findings of the study suggest that the health benefits of laughter are not automatic; rather they require a balance between enjoyment and awareness of discomfort.
12. What’s the function of Bob’s experience in paragraph 1
A. To explain a concept. B. To introduce the topic.
C. To show a public concern. D. To describe a vivid story.
13. What can we learn from Professor Wang’s study
A. People are too happy to be exposed to laughter.
B. People are likely to feel discomfort while laughing.
C. Laughing more is beneficial to improving our health.
D. Laughing is the best way to become socially connected.
14. What does paragraph 4 mainly discuss
A. The health benefits of laughter.
B. The side effects of never laughing.
C. The importance of moderation in laughing.
D. The connection between laughter and discomfort.
15. What does the last paragraph suggest
A. Laughter can help us stay healthy automatically.
B. Laughter definitely goes hand in hand with discomfort.
C. We should laugh more to keep ourselves joyful and healthy.
D. It’s necessary for us to strike a balance between laughter and comfort.
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。
We usually divide a year into four seasons. However in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, there are five seasons — spring, summer, late summer, fall, and winter. Each of the five has many features which guide us to change our habits to keep the balance between our body and the external environment.
Winter in TCM
The ancient Chinese believed that winter is the Yin “阴” season in nature. ___16___ So, winter is the time of year to reflect on health, save strength and regain energy, preparing ourselves for the start of new life in the spring. Different aspects of our lives like exercise, diet and emotions can influence our health and, therefore, our well-being in winter.
___17___
In TCM theory, winter is a season to feed ourselves both spiritually and physically. Activities in the season have a turn inwards. For example, we can do more writing, reading and other soul-nourishing (滋养灵魂的) activities. Although energetic exercise should be avoided, it’s important to keep our body healthy with gentle exercise, especially outdoor activities, in which we can get fresh air and sunlight. In addition, we should also go to bed earlier to save more energy. ___18___
Foods for winter
The principle of harmony between what we eat and the season is based on hundreds of years of experience in TCM. It suggests that we embrace locally-grown and seasonable foods, which is the way nature intends us to eat. During the winter, there are many foods beneficial to us. ___19___ — pumpkins, potatoes, root vegetables, winter greens, carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, and pears. Besides, hot soup, whole grains and roasted nuts also offer nourishment to feed the body in cold winter months. But always remember, moderation in all things is important.
Moods in winter
According to TCM theory, stress, depression and unresolved anger can also weaken our immune system, allowing external factors to affect our body in winter. ___20___ Meditation (冥想) and breathing techniques are particularly helpful, especially in relieving stress. TCM also offers a variety of treatments such as massage (按摩) and herbal formulas to manage our moods.
A. Activities in winter
B. Exercises in winter
C. Most of them naturally grow in this season
D. It is inactive, cold and dark, which makes us slow down.
E. If you exercise properly in winter, you can enjoy yourself.
F. Everyone can enjoy winter if they live and exercise appropriately.
G. So keeping a good mood is especially important in this cold season.
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。
At the 1992 Summer Olympic Games in Barcelona, Derek Redmond was a 400-meterrunner for the UK. The ____21____ started well. In the semifinals (半决赛), Derek was far ahead of his ____22____. But shortly before the halfway mark, he suddenly felt a sharp pain in his right leg and ____23____. Derek struggled to his feet and began hopping (蹦) on his left foot. The crowd stood up and cheered as he hopped ____24____ toward the finish line.
Then a figure ____25____ from the crowd: Derek’s dad, Jim Redmond. Waving off officials who tried to get him off the ____26____, he ran up to his son and put an arm around his waist. Derek ____27____ and wept on his father’s shoulder. ____28____, father and son walked the final meters of the race. The Olympic Committee called the finish one of the most ____29____ moments in Olympic history. And twenty years later, they were invited to take part in the nationwide torch (火炬) relay for the 2012 Games in London.
“I saw my son having a (n) ____30____ and it was my duty to help”, he told CBS News in 2012. “I actually went on the track to try to stop him from ____31____ himself further. But he was ____32____ to finish the race. So I offered him a shoulder to support him.”
“He was telling me that I had nothing to ____33____ and that I didn’t need to do this, but I told him I was going to ____34____. Then he said that we would do it together,” Derek Redmond remembered at the same interview. “So we did, and I hopped over the line in ____35____.”
21. A. celebration B. weather C. race D. story
22. A. competitors B. fans C. friends D. judges
23. A. set off B. came in C. pushed on D. fell down
24. A. slowly B. cheerfully C. easily D. wildly
25. A. withdrew B. appeared C. laughed D. watched
26. A. platform B. desk C. track D. trap
27. A. jumped B. ran C. turned D. smiled
28. A. Fortunately B. Together C. Gratefully D. Immediately
29. A. inspirational B. insignificant C. suitable D. unlikely
30. A. opportunity B. award C. fight D. problem
31. A. enjoying B. praising C. hurting D. embarrassing
32. A. determined B. annoyed C. scared D. forced
33. A. prove B. sell C. say D. show
34. A. leave B. die C. win D. finish
35. A. tears B. time C. shame D. disappointment
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The green grass and bar e rock of Macquarie Island’s landscape contrast dramatically, giving it a wild and natural beauty.
But the island’s more recent history tells ____36____ tragic story that began in 1810 when humans arrived on the island. In their ships they unknowingly brought rats and mice, which quickly took over the island, ____37____ (eat) the birds’ eggs and attacking baby birds. Cats ____38____ (bring) to the island to control the rats and mice. ____39____ (fortunate), the cats subsequently developed an appetite for the birds, too.
Meanwhile, rabbits were introduced to the island ____40____ a source of food for humans. Loose on the island, ____41____ did what rabbits do best—they multiplied rapidly and began eating the native vegetation and digging holes, ____42____ caused soil erosion. The exploding rabbit population ____43____ (provide) plentiful food for the cats, meaning that the number of cats also increased. This in turn led to ____44____ (much) cats hunting the birds. The end result was that parakeets, once large in number and native to the island, died out in 1891.
In 2014, Macquarie Island was declared pest-free and the island’s eco logy is finally on the road to _____45_____ (recover).
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你的英国好友David发来邮件，说他最近十分担忧自己的身体状况并询问如何保持健康。请你给他回一封信，内容包括：
1.表达关心；
2.给出建议：健康的饮食；充足的睡眠；适当的锻炼等。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.可适当增添细节，使行文连贯；
3.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
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。
On a bitterly cold January day, I saw Bobby in my fourth-grade classroom for the first time. He was wearing worn-out shirt and jeans, obviously too small. One of his shoes was missing a lace, flopping (移动) up and down when he walked. He looked so disgusting that nobody would treat him as a normal child.
Bobby’s behavior was strange too. His normal tone of voice was a yell. He never made eye contact with anyone, and made his comments continuously during class.
Besides, Bobby’s academic skills were non-existent. He couldn’t read or write, not even the letters of the alphabet.
I thought Bobby should belong in a classroom that taught basic social skills. I checked his records and was shocked to learn that his IQ was normal. The school counselor (辅导顾问) told me that Bobby was a lot closer to normal than his mother was. He had been placed in Children’s Welfare Home for the first three years of his life before he was returned to his mother. They had moved to a different town at least once a year. Bobby’s intelligence was normal, so he would remain in my classroom.
I hated it but had to accept his being in my class. I had never taught someone like Bobby before. It was a struggle to even plan lessons for him. I took pride in being a good teacher, and I was disgusted with myself for not liking him and not wanting him in my class. One day, Bobby came into the classroom with his shirt torn and his nose bloodied. He had been jumped on by a group of my students. Bobby sat down and opened his book, pretending nothing had happened. Blood and tears dropped onto the pages. I sent Bobby to the nurse and scolded (训斥，责骂) those students angrily. I yelled that they ought to be ashamed of themselves for not liking him just because he acted strangely. His being different was even more reason to treat him kindly.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
That incident changed how I felt about Bobby.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
It was amazing to see the change in Bobby that resulted from the new clothes and extra attention.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2023~2024学年度第一学期学科素养诊断试题
高二英语
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. What time is it now
A. About 5:20 pm. B. About 5:40 pm. C. About 6:00 pm.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. The language to learn.
B. The film to watch.
C. The course to attend.
3. What will the man do tonight
A. Stay at home. B. Go to a club. C. Attend a meeting.
4. Where are the speakers
A. In a bank. B. In a restaurant. C. In a store.
5. Why did the man leave his last job
A. To become famous. B. To study further. C. To find a new job.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman probably do
A. An assistant. B. A doctor. C. A professor.
7. When will the man go to see the doctor
A. On Wednesday. B. On Thursday. C. On Friday.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the conversation mainly about
A. A building. B. A designer. C. A picture.
9. Which subject does the woman like best
A. History. B. Music. C. Math.
听第8段材料， 回答第 10至12题。
10. How did Andy feel when he first arrived at the classroom
A. Excited and pleased.
B. Anxious and afraid.
C. Embarrassed and annoyed.
11. What can we know about Mr Perry
A. He is strict. B. He is energetic. C. He is funny.
12. Why did the bell ring at 12:00
A. To tell students class is over.
B. To tell students to have lunch.
C. To remind students to attend class.
听第9段材料，回答第 13 至 16题。
13. What does the man think of Lucy’s taking flying lessons
A. Surprising. B. Impractical. C. Interesting.
14 What does Lucy work as
A. A pilot. B. A nurse. C. A doctor.
15. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. To teach in a college.
B. To start her own restaurant.
C. To teach an Italian cooking class.
16. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Brother and sister. C. Teacher and student.
听第10段材料，回答第 17至20题。
17. Where does the speaker come from
A. Australia. B. America. C. England.
18. What do English people think of Americans
A. Humorous. B. Quiet. C. Friendly.
19. What did the speaker like to do in the afternoon in England
A. To enjoy afternoon tea.
B. To watch comedy shows.
C. To play with his friends.
20. What did the speaker find amazing in England
A. The TV programs. B. The old buildings. C. The tea shops.
第二部分阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Road Trip Apps
RoadWarrior
Ever wonder how delivery drivers manage to hit so many different places in a relatively short amount of time It’s because they’re using an app like RoadWarrior to plan their routes (路线) to be as good as possible. However, while many other route planning apps only take things like traffic into account, RoadWarrior includes lots of other time-wasting details.
GasBuddy
Gas prices are high at present, so travelers are naturally focused on finding the lowest rates whenever possible. GasBuddy is one of the most popular apps for finding affordable gas, especially on long road trips. Like many apps, there is a free version (版本), as well as a paid version with $10 per year for added features.
RoadTrippers
For people who aren’t totally focused on getting from point A to point B in the fastest time possible, the RoadTrippers app is a must-have. Users can plan their trip from start to finish with as many as 150 stops for them to choose from along the way, which costs $29.99 per year. It won’t let you miss the famous scenic spots. It tells fuel costs, allows for drivers to plan friendly routes to their particular vehicles and lets the users cooperate (合作) with friends who are also on the road.
HotelTonight
Travelers sometimes don’t know exactly where they’re going to be at the end of the day, so they can’t book the hotels ahead of time. Fortunately, there are apps designed to help travelers get cheap last-minute hotel deals. One of the best is HotelTonight, which allows the users to search for the hotels available tonight in a given area at a low price, and it includes additional discounts.
1. Which app features saving time
A. RoadWarrior. B. RoadTrippers. C. GasBuddy. D. HotelTonight.
2. How much does RoadTrippers cost per year
A. $10. B. $29.99. C. $40.39. D. $150.
3. What is an advantage of HotelTonight
A. It includes gas-saving details.
B. It plans a sightseeing route for users.
C. It allows for a cheap last-minute hotel deal.
D. It gives users a chance to find friends on the road.
【答案】1. A 2. B 3. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文，文章介绍了几个自驾游App。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据RoadWarrior部分中“It’s because they’re using an app like RoadWarrior to plan their routes (路线) to be as good as possible. However, while many other route planning apps only take things like traffic into account, RoadWarrior includes lots of other time-wasting details.(这是因为他们正在使用RoadWarrior这样的应用程序来规划他们的路线，使其尽可能好。然而，当许多其他路线规划应用程序只考虑交通等因素时，RoadWarrior包含了许多其他浪费时间的细节)”可知，RoadWarrior这款应用程序的一大特点是可以帮助人们节省时间。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Road Trippers部分中“Users can plan their trip from start to finish with as many as 150 stops for them to choose from along the way, which costs $29.99 per year.(用户可以从头到尾计划行程，沿途有多达150个站点供他们选择，费用为每年29.99美元)”可知，RoadTrippers的费用为每年29.99美元，故选B。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据HotelTonight部分中“Fortunately, there are apps designed to help travelers get cheap last-minute hotel deals. One of the best is HotelTonight, which allows the users to search for the hotels available tonight in a given area at a low price, and it includes additional discounts.(幸运的是，有一些应用程序可以帮助旅行者在最后一刻获得便宜的酒店优惠。其中最好的一个是HotelTonight，它允许用户搜索指定地区今晚可用的低价酒店，并且包含额外折扣)”可知，HotelTonight的优势是为用户在最后一刻找到便宜酒店提供帮助。故选C。
B
There’s a quote putting, “life doesn’t come with a manual (手册); it comes with a mother.” Thankfully, for Jabez and Christopher, their manual — or mother — found a creative way to keep her little boys’ fingers safe around a sewing machine. And as a result, she turned them into successful business owners.
Queenie Jenkins from Atlanta worked in the fashion industry and in her spare time, made matching scarves and skirts on her sewing machine at home. But once she became a mother with two energetic boys at her feet, her hobby became both difficult and dangerous. So, she turned the problem into a life lesson. Jenkins taught her boys how to use the sewing machine skilfully and safely. It wasn’t long before the boys were no longer green hands. As they grew older, they knew how to change the trousers into shorts for the summer months well.
When Jabez’s elementary school held a Career Day, he made 30 bow ties and 30 hair bows to sell. Within minutes, all of them had sold out. Then Jabez launched Kings and Gents Accessories, a small workshop, in 2018 with his brother. In addition to making and selling their bow ties, the brothers have also written a book and created a YouTube channel to host meetings for other potential “kidpreneurs (儿童企业家)”.
Now as a freshman in high school, Jabez said inspiring the next generation of business owners is an important part of their mission. “We just wanted to show younger kids how we got started, and how they can get started,” said Jabez, “We’re no different than any other kids.”
Jenkins has plenty to be proud of. Not only have her boys created a successful business, but they’ve gained valuable life skills along the way. “They’ve learned not to give up, to be more creative, and to be thinkers,” said Jenkins. “They don’t allow their fear to stop them.”
4. In which aspect do Jabez and Christopher benefit most from their mother’ sewing machine
A. Life skills. B. Safety rules.
C. Business plans. D. Cloth materials.
5. What do the underlined words “green hands” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Awkward learners. B. Attractive experts.
C. Admirable pioneers. D. Amazing artists.
6. Which of the following best describes the brothers’ impact on other potential kidpreneurs
A. Over-all. B. One-sided. C. Short-lived. D. Far-reaching.
7. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Mama’s sewing machine
B. Business on the rocks
C. Sewing the seeds of success
D. Developing creative thinking
【答案】4. A 5. A 6. D 7. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一位亚特兰大母亲把自己的两个“缝纫小王子”培养成了成功的企业家。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“Thankfully, for Jabez and Christopher, their manual — or mother — found a creative way to keep her little boys’ fingers safe around a sewing machine. And as a result, she turned them into successful business owners. (值得庆幸的是，对于Jabez和Christopher来说，他们的手册——或者说母亲——找到了一种创造性的方法，可以让她的小男孩的手指在缝纫机周围保持安全。结果，她把他们变成了成功的企业主)”以及最后一段中“Not only have her boys created a successful business, but they’ve gained valuable life skills along the way.(她的儿子们不仅创造了一个成功的企业，而且还在这个过程中获得了宝贵的生活技能)”可知，最使Jabez和Christopher受益的是母亲教会了他们安全熟练使用缝纫机，让他们创造了一个成功的企业，而且在这个过程中获得了宝贵的生活技能。故选A。
【5题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第二段中“Jenkins taught her boys how to use the sewing machine skilfully and safely.(Jenkins教她的孩子们如何熟练安全地使用缝纫机。)”以及“As they grew older, they knew how to change the trousers into shorts for the summer months well. (随着年龄的增长，他们很清楚如何在夏天把裤子换成短裤)”可知，在母亲的教导下，可以熟练安全地使用缝纫机，随着年龄的增长，他们知道如何在夏天把裤子改成短裤；由此可知，划线词所在句“It wasn’t long before the boys were no longer green hands.(没过多久，男孩们就不再是green hands)”指的是不久孩子们就能熟练安全地使用缝纫机，短语“green hands”表示“生手”，与awkward learners意义相近。故选A。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中“In addition to making and selling their bow ties, the brothers have also written a book and created a YouTube channel to host meetings for other potential “kidpreneurs (儿童企业家)”.(除了制作和销售他们的领结，兄弟俩还写了一本书，并创建了一个YouTube频道，为其他潜在的‘儿童企业家’举办会议)”以及第四段“Now as a freshman in high school, Jabez said inspiring the next generation of business owners is an important part of their mission. “We just wanted to show younger kids how we got started, and how they can get started,” said Jabez, “We’re no different than any other kids.”(现在还是一名高中新生的Jabez说，激励下一代企业主是他们使命的重要组成部分。‘我们只是想向年幼的孩子们展示我们是如何开始的，以及他们可以如何开始。’Jabez说：‘我们和其他孩子没有什么不同。’)”可知，两兄弟通过写书和创建了一个YouTube频道来激励潜在的“儿童企业家”，向年幼的孩子展示他们自己是如何创业以及这些孩子可以如何开始。由此推知，两兄弟在影响激励年幼的孩子们，对其他潜在“儿童企业家”的影响是长久的、深远的。故选D。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“There’s a quote putting, “life doesn’t come with a manual (手册); it comes with a mother.” Thankfully, for Jabez and Christopher, their manual — or mother — found a creative way to keep her little boys’ fingers safe around a sewing machine. And as a result, she turned them into successful business owners. (有句话是这么说的：“生活不是伴随着手册而来的；它伴随着母亲而来。”值得庆幸的是，对于Jabez和Christopher来说，他们的手册——或者说母亲——找到了一种创造性的方法，可以让她的小男孩的手指在缝纫机周围保持安全。结果，她把他们变成了成功的企业主)”以及文章内容可知，本文主要讲述了一位亚特兰大母亲Queenie Jenkins教会两个儿子缝纫，两个孩子运用学到的缝纫技能创办工作室制作和销售领结，成为成功的儿童企业家，并通过写书和建了一个YouTube频道来帮助和激励其他潜在的儿童企业家。由此可知，C选项“Sewing the seeds of success(缝成功的种子)”能够概括文章主旨，适合作为文章标题。故选C。
C
Our two-year investigation into caged (关在笼中) tigers in America sent us through 32 US states—with some truly shocking experiences. But as the deadline neared, I still needed a powerful and hopeful image.
When we began our reporting in 2017—Sharon, writing; me taking photos; and our son, NickRuggia, filming—more tigers likely lived in cages in the US than remained in the wild. The number ranged from 5,000 to 10,000, but without strict government oversight, no one knew for sure.
Roadside zoos that allowed tourists to take pictures of young tigers were the main cause of what’s been called a US tiger crisis (危机). Caged cats often ended up in the illegal wildlife trade. Young tigers, parted from their mothers at birth, were fed poorly and touched by hundreds of people. When they grew too big and dangerous to pet at around 12 weeks, young tigers were put on show, or simply disappeared.
While we documented the unpleasant part of this industry, we also wanted to show the good life these impressive animals could have. With two weeks left before my deadline, I headed to the Wild Animal Sanctuary near Denver, where well-cared cats walked freely in their habitat.
There I met Clay, Daniel, and Enzo, three of 39 tigers rescued from an animal park in Oklahoma. These nearly grown cats raced beside our car, which I’d seen only in the wild. It was a hot July day and soon two of the cats jumped into a pool to cool off. The third rested beside them on the ground. I crossed the road to take a picture of them. Then quietly, I came up close, trying not to disturb (打扰) them. I had the shot.
8. Why did the author start her reporting
A. To dig out the dark truth of caged tigers. B. To explore the amazing land in the country.
C. To tell people that baby tigers are harmless. D. To share the happy moment during the trip.
9. What is the main cause of the US tiger crisis according to the text
A. Forest fires. B. Climate change. C. Roadside zoos. D. Water pollution.
10. What can we learn about these young tigers from paragraph 3
A. They prefer to stay indoors. B. They are badly treated.
C. They get used to the changes. D. They are traded legally.
11. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning the Wild Animal Sanctuary
A. To praise her family for their effort. B. To explain what the animals suffered.
C. To introduce a special kind of tigers. D. To show some tigers lead an easy life.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. B 11. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了作者对美国笼中的老虎进行了为期两年的调查，走访了美国32个州，发现在美国，生活在笼子里的老虎可能比野外的老虎要多。
【8题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“When we began our reporting in 2017—Sharon, writing; me taking photos; and our son, NickRuggia, filming—more tigers likely lived in cages in the US than remained in the wild. The number ranged from 5,000 to 10,000, but without strict government oversight, no one knew for sure.(当我们在2017年开始报道时，莎伦，写作；我在拍照；而我们的儿子尼克·鲁吉亚拍摄——在美国，生活在笼子里的老虎可能比野外的老虎要多。这个数字从5000到10000不等，但没有严格的政府监管，没有人确切知道)”以及第三段“Roadside zoos that allowed tourists to take pictures of young tigers were the main cause of what’s been called a US tiger crisis (危机). Caged cats often ended up in the illegal wildlife trade. Young tigers, parted from their mothers at birth, were fed poorly and touched by hundreds of people. When they grew too big and dangerous to pet at around 12 weeks, young tigers were put on show, or simply disappeared.(允许游客给小老虎拍照的路边动物园是造成美国老虎危机的主要原因。关在笼子里的老虎经常被非法野生动物交易。幼虎一出生就与母亲分开，喂养不良，被数百人抚摸。当它们在大约12周大的时候长得太大、太危险而不能被爱抚时，幼虎就会被展出，或者干脆消失)”可推断，作者开始她的报道之旅是为了揭露圈养老虎的真实情况。故选A。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Roadside zoos that allowed tourists to take pictures of young tigers were the main cause of what’s been called a US tiger crisis (危机).(允许游客给小老虎拍照的路边动物园是造成美国老虎危机的主要原因)”可知，路边圈养动物是引发美国老虎生存危机的主因。故选C。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Young tigers, parted from their mothers at birth, were fed poorly and touched by hundreds of people. When they grew too big and dangerous to pet at around 12 weeks, young tigers were put on show, or simply disappeared.(幼虎一出生就与母亲分开，喂养不良，被数百人抚摸。当它们在大约12周大的时候长得太大、太危险而不能被爱抚时，幼虎就会被展出，或者干脆消失)”可知，老虎幼崽备受虐待。故选B。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“With two weeks left before my deadline, I headed to the Wild Animal Sanctuary near Denver, where well-cared cats walked freely in their habitat.(在离最后期限还有两周的时候，我去了丹佛附近的野生动物保护区，在那里，被照顾得很好的猫科动物在它们的栖息地自由地散步)”可推断，作者在此提及丹佛附近的这处野生动物保护区是为了说明这些老虎生活很舒适。故选D。
D
Laughter has long been known as a universal language that can bring people closer together. However, not many people know that it can also cause physical pain. “Hah! I’ve been fooled!” said Bob as he realized he had fallen victim to one of Alice’s practical jokes. Bob’s upper back is in pain where Alice patted and a burning sensation shoots up to his head.
Is laughter always good for our health A new study suggests that while laughing does cause the release of “happy hormones” in the brain, it can also lead to discomfort in the upper body. The study, led by Professor Wang from the Beijing-based Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, involved 300 healthy participants, aged between 20 and 45 years old. Half of them were exposed to laughter, while the other half were not.
The study found that those who were exposed to laughter reported feeling more social connection and happiness than those who were not. However, the laughing group also reported experiencing more discomfort in their upper backs and heads. “Laughter can bring people closer together, but it can also activate the stretch receptors (伸展感受器) in the diaphragm (横膈膜), causing discomfort,” said Wang in an interview.
Previous research has linked laughter to improved immunity (免疫力), lower blood pressure, and overall well-being. Laughter has also been shown to improve the function of mitochondria (线粒体), which are the energy factories inside cells. However, like any other physical activity, laughing too much can also cause tiredness and shortness of breath. “Moderation (适度) is key, that is, you can’t laugh too much.” said Professor Xu from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, who was not involved in the study. “While laughter is good for us, we should also be mindful of how much we laugh.”
The findings of the study suggest that the health benefits of laughter are not automatic; rather, they require a balance between enjoyment and awareness of discomfort.
12. What’s the function of Bob’s experience in paragraph 1
A. To explain a concept. B. To introduce the topic.
C. To show a public concern. D. To describe a vivid story.
13. What can we learn from Professor Wang’s study
A. People are too happy to be exposed to laughter.
B. People are likely to feel discomfort while laughing.
C. Laughing more is beneficial to improving our health.
D. Laughing is the best way to become socially connected.
14. What does paragraph 4 mainly discuss
A. The health benefits of laughter.
B The side effects of never laughing.
C. The importance of moderation in laughing.
D. The connection between laughter and discomfort.
15. What does the last paragraph suggest
A. Laughter can help us stay healthy automatically.
B. Laughter definitely goes hand in hand with discomfort.
C. We should laugh more to keep ourselves joyful and healthy.
D. It’s necessary for us to strike a balance between laughter and comfort.
【答案】12. B 13. B 14. C 15. D
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文，一项新的研究表明笑也会给人类的身体健康带来负面作用，我们要找到笑与舒适之间的平衡点。
【详解】1.推理判断题。根据第一段“However, not many people know that it can also cause physical pain. “Hah! I’ve been fooled!” said Bob as he realized he had fallen victim to one of Alice’s practical jokes. Bob’s upper back is in pain where Alice patted and a burning sensation shoots up to his head.(然而，没有多少人知道它也会导致身体疼痛。“哈！我被骗了！鲍勃说，他意识到自己成了爱丽丝恶作剧的牺牲品。鲍勃的上背部很痛，爱丽丝拍了拍，他的头部有一种灼烧感)”和第二段首句“Is laughter always good for our health (笑总是对我们的健康有好处吗)”可知，第一段描述Bob的经历是为了引出这个话题。故选B项。
2.细节理解题。根据第三段“However, the laughing group also reported experiencing more discomfort in their upper backs and heads.(然而，笑的那一组也报告说，他们的上背部和头部感到更多的不适)”可知，人们在笑的时候更可能会感觉不舒服。故选B项。
3.主旨大意题。根据第四段“However, like any other physical activity, laughing too much can also cause tiredness and shortness of breath. “Moderation is key, that is, you can’t laugh too much.” said Professor Xu from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, who was not involved in the study.(然而，就像任何其他身体活动一样，笑得太多也会导致疲劳和呼吸急促。“适度是关键，也就是说，你不能笑得太多。”上海交通大学徐教授说，他没有参与这项研究)”可知，本段的主旨大意为“适度笑的重要性”。故选C项。
4.推理判断题。根据最后一段“The findings of the study suggest that the health benefits of laughter are not automatic; rather, they require a balance between enjoyment and awareness of discomfort.(研究结果表明，笑对健康的好处不是自动的；相反，它们需要在享受和不舒服的意识之间取得平衡)”可知，笑带来的健康益处不是自动的，而是需要在愉快和意识到不舒服之间找一个平衡点，可知，我们有必要在欢笑和安慰之间取得平衡。故选D项。
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。
We usually divide a year into four seasons. However, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, there are five seasons — spring, summer, late summer, fall, and winter. Each of the five has many features which guide us to change our habits to keep the balance between our body and the external environment.
Winter in TCM
The ancient Chinese believed that winter is the Yin “阴” season in nature. ___16___ So, winter is the time of year to reflect on health, save strength and regain energy, preparing ourselves for the start of new life in the spring. Different aspects of our lives like exercise, diet and emotions can influence our health and, therefore, our well-being in winter.
___17___
In TCM theory, winter is a season to feed ourselves both spiritually and physically. Activities in the season have a turn inwards. For example, we can do more writing, reading and other soul-nourishing (滋养灵魂的) activities. Although energetic exercise should be avoided, it’s important to keep our body healthy with gentle exercise, especially outdoor activities, in which we can get fresh air and sunlight. In addition, we should also go to bed earlier to save more energy. ___18___
Foods for winter
The principle of harmony between what we eat and the season is based on hundreds of years of experience in TCM. It suggests that we embrace locally-grown and seasonable foods, which is the way nature intends us to eat. During the winter, there are many foods beneficial to us. ___19___ — pumpkins, potatoes, root vegetables, winter greens, carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, and pears. Besides, hot soup, whole grains and roasted nuts also offer nourishment to feed the body in cold winter months. But always remember, moderation in all things is important.
Moods in winter
According to TCM theory, stress, depression and unresolved anger can also weaken our immune system, allowing external factors to affect our body in winter. ___20___ Meditation (冥想) and breathing techniques are particularly helpful, especially in relieving stress. TCM also offers a variety of treatments such as massage (按摩) and herbal formulas to manage our moods.
A. Activities in winter
B. Exercises in winter
C. Most of them naturally grow in this season
D. It is inactive, cold and dark, which makes us slow down.
E. If you exercise properly in winter, you can enjoy yourself.
F. Everyone can enjoy winter if they live and exercise appropriately.
G. So, keeping a good mood is especially important in this cold season.
【答案】16. D 17. A 18. F 19. C 20. G
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了中医对于冬天的一些解释和冬季养生的建议。
【16题详解】
根据上文“The ancient Chinese believed that winter is the Yin “阴” season in nature.(古代中国人认为冬天是自然界的阴气季节)”可知，上文提到古代中国人认为冬天是自然界的阴气季节，故本句承接上文说明冬天的特点：寒冷和黑暗，故D选项“它是不活跃的，寒冷和黑暗，这使我们慢下来”符合语境，故选D。
【17题详解】
根据本段内容“Activities in the season have a turn inwards. For example, we can do more writing, reading and other soul-nourishing (滋养灵魂的) activities. Although energetic exercise should be avoided, it’s important to keep our body healthy with gentle exercise, especially outdoor activities, in which we can get fresh air and sunlight.(这个季节的活动转向了内部。例如，我们可以做更多的写作，阅读和其他滋养灵魂的活动。虽然应该避免剧烈运动，但重要的是要通过温和的运动来保持我们的身体健康，尤其是户外活动，在那里我们可以呼吸到新鲜空气和阳光)”可知，本段主要介绍了一些冬季活动。故A选项“冬季活动”符合语境，故选A。
【18题详解】
根据上文“Although energetic exercise should be avoided, it’s important to keep our body healthy with gentle exercise, especially outdoor activities, in which we can get fresh air and sunlight. In addition, we should also go to bed earlier to save more energy.(但重要的是要通过温和的运动来保持我们的身体健康，尤其是户外活动，在那里我们可以呼吸到新鲜空气和阳光。此外，我们也应该早点上床睡觉，以节省更多的精力)”可知，本句为本段最后一句，总结上文：生活锻炼得当，就可以享受冬天。故F选项“每个人都可以享受冬天，如果他们生活和锻炼得当”符合语境，故选F。
【19题详解】
根据上文“During the winter, there are many foods beneficial to us.(在冬天，有许多对我们有益的食物)”以及后文“pumpkins, potatoes, root vegetables, winter greens, carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, and pears(南瓜、土豆、根茎类蔬菜、冬季蔬菜、胡萝卜、卷心菜、蘑菇和梨)”可知，本句承接上文说明在冬天生长的食物有哪些。故C选项“大多数植物在这个季节自然生长”符合语境，故选C。
【20题详解】
根据上文“According to TCM theory, stress, depression and unresolved anger can also weaken our immune system, allowing external factors to affect our body in winter.(根据中医理论，压力、抑郁和未解决的愤怒也会削弱我们的免疫系统，让外部因素在冬天影响我们的身体)”可知，本句与上文构成因果关系，上文提到压力、抑郁和未解决的愤怒会减弱免疫系统，所以要保持好的心情。故G选项“所以，在这个寒冷的季节保持好心情尤为重要”符合语境，故选G。
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。
At the 1992 Summer Olympic Games in Barcelona, Derek Redmond was a 400-meterrunner for the UK. The ____21____ started well. In the semifinals (半决赛), Derek was far ahead of his ____22____. But shortly before the halfway mark, he suddenly felt a sharp pain in his right leg and ____23____. Derek struggled to his feet and began hopping (蹦) on his left foot. The crowd stood up and cheered as he hopped ____24____ toward the finish line.
Then a figure ____25____ from the crowd: Derek’s dad, Jim Redmond. Waving off officials who tried to get him off the ____26____, he ran up to his son and put an arm around his waist. Derek ____27____ and wept on his father’s shoulder. ____28____, father and son walked the final meters of the race. The Olympic Committee called the finish one of the most ____29____ moments in Olympic history. And twenty years later, they were invited to take part in the nationwide torch (火炬) relay for the 2012 Games in London.
“I saw my son having a (n) ____30____ and it was my duty to help”, he told CBS News in 2012. “I actually went on the track to try to stop him from ____31____ himself further. But he was ____32____ to finish the race. So I offered him a shoulder to support him.”
“He was telling me that I had nothing to ____33____ and that I didn’t need to do this, but I told him I was going to ____34____. Then he said that we would do it together,” Derek Redmond remembered at the same interview. “So we did, and I hopped over the line in ____35____.”
21. A. celebration B. weather C. race D. story
22. A. competitors B. fans C. friends D. judges
23. A. set off B. came in C. pushed on D. fell down
24. A. slowly B. cheerfully C. easily D. wildly
25. A. withdrew B. appeared C. laughed D. watched
26. A. platform B. desk C. track D. trap
27. A. jumped B. ran C. turned D. smiled
28. A. Fortunately B. Together C. Gratefully D. Immediately
29. A. inspirational B. insignificant C. suitable D. unlikely
30. A. opportunity B. award C. fight D. problem
31. A. enjoying B. praising C. hurting D. embarrassing
32 A. determined B. annoyed C. scared D. forced
33. A. prove B. sell C. say D. show
34. A. leave B. die C. win D. finish
35. A. tears B. time C. shame D. disappointment
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. C 32. A 33. A 34. D 35. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Derek Redmond在巴塞罗那奥运会取得的成就，及其后来他遇到的困难和如何克服的，对人们的鼓励等。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：比赛开始很顺利。在半决赛中，德里克远远领先于他的竞争对手。A. celebration庆祝；B. weather天气；C. race比赛；D. story故事。根据上文“At the 1992 Summer Olympic Games in Barcelona, Derek Redmond was a 400-meter runner for the UK.”可知，此处指径赛400米“比赛”。故选C。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：比赛开始很顺利。在半决赛中，德里克远远领先于他的竞争对手。A. competitors竞争者；B. fans粉丝；C. friends朋友；D. judges法官，裁判员。根据“In the semifinals(半决赛), Derek was far ahead of his ___2___ .”可知，Derek领先于他的“竞争者”。故选A。
【23题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：但就在快跑到一半的时候，他突然感到右腿一阵剧痛，摔倒了。A. set off出发；B. came in进来；C. pushed on继续前进；D. fell down倒下。根据上文“But shortly before the halfway mark, he suddenly felt a sharp pain in his right leg”和下文“Derek struggled to his feet and began hopping(蹦) on his left foot.”可知，他由于腿疼“摔倒了”。故选D。
【24题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：当他慢慢地跳向终点线时，人群起立欢呼。A. slowly 慢慢地；B. cheerfully高高兴兴地；C. easily容易地；D. wildly野蛮地，野生地。根据上文“Derek struggled to his feet and began hopping(蹦) on his left foot.”可知，他慢慢地跳向终点。故选A。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：接着，人群中出现了一个人:德里克的父亲吉姆·雷德蒙德。A. withdrew收回，撤退；B. appeared出现；C. laughed大笑；D. watched观看。根据下文“from the crowd: Derek’s dad”可知，德里克的父亲“出现”了。故选B。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：他挥手示意那些试图把他赶出跑道的官员，然后跑到儿子身边，用手臂搂住他的腰。A. platform平台；B. desk 书桌；C. track轨道，踪迹；D. trap陷阱。根据“Waving off officials who tried to get him off the ___6___ ,”和下文的“I actually went on the track to try to stop him from ___11___ himself further.”可知，官员要把他父亲赶出跑道。故选C。
【27题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：Derek转过身，在他父亲的肩膀上哭泣。父子俩一起走完比赛的最后几米。A. jumped跳；B. ran跑；C. turned使变成；D. smiled微笑。根据“wept on his father’s shoulder”可知，他转过身来。故选C。
【28题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：Derek转过身，在他父亲的肩膀上哭泣。父子俩一起走完比赛的最后几米。A. Fortunately幸运地；B. Together 一起；C. Gratefully感激地；D. Immediately立即，马上。根据下文“father and son walked the final meters of the race.”可知，父子两个一起走完最后几米。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：奥组委称终点是奥运历史上最鼓舞人心的时刻之一。A. inspirational鼓舞人心的；B. insignificant无意义的；C. suitable合适的；D. unlikely不可能的。根据下文“father and son walked the final meters of the race.”可知，这是鼓舞人心的时刻。故选A。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我看到我儿子有问题，我有责任帮助他。A. opportunity机会；B. award奖品；C. fight斗争，战斗；D. problem问题。根据下文“it was my duty to help”可知，看到儿子在跑道上出现问题。故选D。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：实际上，我走上跑道是为了阻止他进一步伤害自己。A. enjoying喜爱；B. praising赞美；C. hurting伤害；D. embarrassing使尴尬。根据下文“So I offered him a shoulder to support him.”可知，怕儿子再受伤。故选C。
【32题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：但他决心要完成比赛。A. determined下决心的；B. annoyed生气的；C. scared惊恐的，害怕的；D. forced被迫的。根据下文“to finish the race. So I offered him a shoulder to support him.”可知，他下决心要完成比赛。固定搭配：be determined to do sth.意为“决心做某事”。故选A。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他告诉我，我没有什么需要证明的，我不需要这样做，但我告诉他我要完成。A. prove证实，证明；B. sell卖；C. say说；D. show显示，表明。根据“He was telling me that I had nothing to ___13___ and that I didn’t need to do this”可知，他没有什么要证明的。故选A。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他告诉我，我没有什么需要证明的，我不需要这样做，但我告诉他我要完成。A. leave离开；B. die死；C. win赢得；D. finish完成。根据下文“Then he said that we would do it together”可知，要儿子完成比赛。故选D。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们就这么做了，我哭着跳过了终点线。A. tears眼泪；B. time时间；C. shame羞愧；D. disappointment失望。根据“I hopped over the line in ___15___ .”可知，两人一同完成了比赛，所以是“流着泪”完成了比赛。固定搭配：in tears意为“流着泪”。故选A。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The green grass and bar e rock of Macquarie Island’s landscape contrast dramatically, giving it a wild and natural beauty.
But the island’s more recent history tells ____36____ tragic story that began in 1810 when humans arrived on the island. In their ships they unknowingly brought rats and mice, which quickly took over the island, ____37____ (eat) the birds’ eggs and attacking baby birds. Cats ____38____ (bring) to the island to control the rats and mice. ____39____ (fortunate), the cats subsequently developed an appetite for the birds, too.
Meanwhile, rabbits were introduced to the island ____40____ a source of food for humans. Loose on the island, ____41____ did what rabbits do best—they multiplied rapidly and began eating the native vegetation and digging holes, ____42____ caused soil erosion. The exploding rabbit population ____43____ (provide) plentiful food for the cats, meaning that the number of cats also increased. This in turn led to ____44____ (much) cats hunting the birds. The end result was that parakeets, once large in number and native to the island, died out in 1891.
In 2014, Macquarie Island was declared pest-free and the island’s eco logy is finally on the road to _____45_____ (recover).
【答案】36. a 37. eating
38. were brought
39. Unfortunately
40. as 41. they
42. which 43. provided
44. more 45. recovery
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了在麦夸里岛各种物种的入侵，造成的影响以及解决办法。
36题详解】
考查冠词。句意：但该岛最近的历史讲述了一个悲惨的故事，始于1810年人类到达该岛。story此处为泛指，且tragic是发音以辅音音素开头的单词。故填a。
【37题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：在他们的船上，他们不知不觉地带来了老鼠，这些老鼠很快占领了这个岛，吃鸟蛋，袭击小鸟。分析句子结构可知eat与逻辑主语rats and mice构成主动关系，故用现在分词作状语。故填eating。
【38题详解】
考查时态语态。句意：猫被带到岛上来控制老鼠。主语与谓语构成被动关系，结合上文可知事情发生在过去用一般过去时的被动语态，主语为cats，谓语用复数。故填were brought。
【39题详解】
考查副词。句意：不幸的是，这些猫后来也对鸟类产生了兴趣。修饰后文句子，表示“不幸的是”应用副词unfortunately，首字母大写。故填Unfortunately。
【40题详解】
考查介词。句意：与此同时，兔子被引入该岛，作为人类的食物来源。后跟名词作宾语，表示“作为”应用介词as。故填as。
【41题详解】
考查代词。句意：在岛上，它们做了兔子最擅长的事情——它们迅速繁殖，开始吃当地的植被，挖洞，这导致了土壤侵蚀。作主语，指代上文rabbits，应用代词they。故填they。
【42题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：在岛上，它们做了兔子最擅长的事情——它们迅速繁殖，开始吃当地的植被，挖洞，这导致了土壤侵蚀。非限制性定语从句修饰上文句子，从句缺少主语，故填which。
【43题详解】
考查时态。句意：兔子数量的激增为猫提供了充足的食物，这意味着猫的数量也增加了。根据后文the number of cats also increased.可知应用一般过去时。故填provided。
【44题详解】
考查形容词比较级。句意：这反过来又导致了更多的猫捕食鸟类。此处表示“更多的”应用形容词比较级more。故填more。
【45题详解】
考查名词。句意：2014年，麦夸里岛被宣布为无害虫岛，该岛的生态终于走上了恢复之路。作介词的宾语，应用名词recovery，表抽象意义，不可数，故填recovery。
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你的英国好友David发来邮件，说他最近十分担忧自己的身体状况并询问如何保持健康。请你给他回一封信，内容包括：
1.表达关心；
2.给出建议：健康的饮食；充足的睡眠；适当的锻炼等。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.可适当增添细节，使行文连贯；
3.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear David,
I’m sorry to hear that you have been worrying about your health recently. I would like to share my opinions about how to keep healthy with you.
Firstly, it is critical to have a balanced diet, which will make us strong and energetic. Besides, enough sleep is of equal importance, because it will allow our body to readjust and gain energy for the next day. Only when we have adequate sleep can we get fully refreshed. In addition, proper exercise is supposed to be done. Taking exercise will build up our strength and get us relaxed.
I sincerely hope my advice will be helpful to you.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。英国好友David发来邮件，说他最近十分担忧自己的身体状况并询问如何保持健康，要求考生按照要求给他回一封信。
【详解】1.词汇积累
最近：recently→ lately
关键的：critical→ decisive
精力充沛的：energetic→ vigorous
允许：allow→ permit
2.句式拓展
同义句转换
原句：I’m sorry to hear that you have been worrying about your health recently.
拓展句：Hearing that you have been worrying about your health recently, I feel sorry.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Firstly, it is critical to have a balanced diet, which will make us strong and energetic.（运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句）
【高分句型2】Besides, enough sleep is of equal importance, because it will allow our body to readjust and gain energy for the next day.（运用了because引导的原因状语从句）
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。
On a bitterly cold January day, I saw Bobby in my fourth-grade classroom for the first time. He was wearing worn-out shirt and jeans, obviously too small. One of his shoes was missing a lace, flopping (移动) up and down when he walked. He looked so disgusting that nobody would treat him as a normal child.
Bobby’s behavior was strange, too. His normal tone of voice was a yell. He never made eye contact with anyone, and made his comments continuously during class.
Besides, Bobby’s academic skills were non-existent. He couldn’t read or write, not even the letters of the alphabet.
I thought Bobby should belong in a classroom that taught basic social skills. I checked his records and was shocked to learn that his IQ was normal. The school counselor (辅导顾问) told me that Bobby was a lot closer to normal than his mother was. He had been placed in Children’s Welfare Home for the first three years of his life before he was returned to his mother. They had moved to a different town at least once a year. Bobby’s intelligence was normal, so he would remain in my classroom.
I hated it but had to accept his being in my class. I had never taught someone like Bobby before. It was a struggle to even plan lessons for him. I took pride in being a good teacher, and I was disgusted with myself for not liking him and not wanting him in my class. One day, Bobby came into the classroom with his shirt torn and his nose bloodied. He had been jumped on by a group of my students. Bobby sat down and opened his book, pretending nothing had happened. Blood and tears dropped onto the pages. I sent Bobby to the nurse and scolded (训斥，责骂) those students angrily. I yelled that they ought to be ashamed of themselves for not liking him just because he acted strangely. His being different was even more reason to treat him kindly.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
That incident changed how I felt about Bobby.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
It was amazing to see the change in Bobby that resulted from the new clothes and extra attention.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】范文
That incident changed how I felt about Bobby. Witnessing a little boy in desperate need of care and help, I realized not only should a teacher teach academics but also meet the needs of the students! I bought Bobby some nice clothes, with which he wouldn’t be teased any more. Thrilled and grateful, he marveled, “Thanks, Miss!” with glittering tears in his eyes like stars. A surge of being trusted wrapped me, and I offered to help him with his homework before school.
It was amazing to see the change in Bobby that resulted from the new clothes and extra attention. Coming out of his shell, he started making brief eye contact with me and performed properly, through which I found he really was a likeable child. I no longer dreaded going to work, and even looked forward to seeing him coming down the hallway in the morning. Afterwards, as my attitude toward him changed, so did the other students. They stopped picking on him and included him as a part of the group. Just give more attention and love. Every child deserves a chance to change.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了Bobby 穿着破烂、行为怪异且成绩一塌糊涂，所以同学们都不喜欢他，连老师“我”也不情愿接收这样的学生。但是经查证后“我”发现 Bobby 其实是智力正常的孩子。有一天，Bobby 被一群学生欺负了，于是“我”把Bobby送到护士那里，愤怒地斥责那些学生，他们应该为不喜欢他而感到羞耻，正是因为他行为奇怪、与众不同，才更应善待他。经过这件事情后，“我”改变了对 Bobby 的成见，在学习和生活上关心帮助 Bobby，Bobby 由内到外变得更好，同学们也因此改变了对 Bobby 的看法，从此真正接受了他。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“那件事改变了我对 Bobby 的看法”可知，第一段可描写作者对 Bobby 的看法发生了什么改变以及对此又采取了什么实际行动。
②由第二段首句内容“看到 Bobby 因为新衣服和额外的关注而发生的变化是令人惊讶的”可知，第二段可描写Bobby 的变化，同学们的变化，以及主题升华。
2.续写线索：改变看法——提供帮助——激动感激——引起关注——表现良好——被当做团体一员
3.词汇激活
行为类
①看到：witness/see/spot
②嘲笑：tease/laugh at
③满足：meet/satisfy
情绪类
①感谢的：grateful/thankful
②可爱的：likeable /adorable
【点睛】[高分句型1] Witnessing a little boy in desperate need of care and help, I realized not only should a teacher teach academics but also meet the needs of the students! (运用了现在分词作状语)
[高分句型2] Coming out of his shell, he started making brief eye contact with me and performed properly, through which I found he really was a likeable child. (运用了介词+关系代词结构非限制性定语从句)
