金沙县2023-2024学年第一学期期末质量监测试卷
高一英语
本试卷共10页。全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
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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 will the woman have
A．Some bread. B．A sandwich. C．Instant noodles.
2．Why does the man want to be a postman
A．To meet lots of people. B．To get good pay. C．To train dogs.
3．What’s the conversation about
A．Road accidents. B．Seatbelt. C．The ticket.
4．What does the woman ask Bill to do
A．To go to bed. B．To take a bath. C．To finish his work.
5．What do we know about Uncle Sam
A．He runs a repair shop. B．He’s the woman’s uncle. C．His computer broke down.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．What does Mary want to be
A．A scientist. B．An engineer. C．A teacher.
7．Why does the man like his job
A．He has good students. B．He makes a lot of money. C．He has much free time.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．When did the woman begin to save money
A．When Mike was jobless. B．When her child started school. C．When she borrowed money.
9．What is true about a dollar shop
A．It sells things at half price. B．Things are poor in quality. C．Everything is sold for $1.
10．What does Mike do with the coffee
A．Throw away the cheap coffee.
B．Mix two kinds of coffee together.
C．Keep the good coffee for the woman.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11．What’s the woman doing
A．Buying a house. B．Renting an apartment. C．Asking directions.
12．What’s in front of the apartment
A．A subway station. B．The railway station. C．A bus stop.
13．How much will the woman pay
A．$850. B．$2,000. C．$2,200.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14．When does the conversation take place
A．On Tuesday. B．On Thursday. C．On Friday.
15．How will Henry solve his problem
A．By getting advice from the woman.
B．By asking the teacher for help.
C．By checking the answer online.
16．What’s the woman’s problem
A．Attending Nancy’s party. B．Buying a gift for Nancy. C．Repairing a doll house.
17．Where will the woman read the books borrowed from the library
A．In the doll house. B．At her home. C．At school.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18．What did the speaker want to do that day
A．Visit his friend. B．Write a story. C．Get his article published.
19．How did the speaker feel after getting outside
A．Excited. B．Nervous. C．Disappointed.
20．What is the speaker now
A．An editor. B．A writer. C．A news reporter.
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
Here are some popular favourite films and movies. You can go to theatre to watch them with your family or friends.
Bottoms
The high school comedy is very strange and funny. It’s a smart new comedy. Ayo Edebiri and Rachel Sennott play unpopular best friends who start a fight club in hopes of attracting the cheerleaders of their dreams. Bottoms was co-written by Sennott and Emma Seligman, who also directs. They previously collaborated on the movie Shiva Baby.
Blue Beetle
It is a true-blue surprise. In the great new superhero film Blue Beetle, Xolo Mariduena plays Jaime Reyes, a young Mexican-American man who comes across a frightening bug-like alien artifact (神器) that connects to him and gives him superpowers. It may seem like just another story about a hero, but-centering the film on a Latin family changes the familiar mode in ways big and small.
Strays
It leads the pack for rated dog comedies. In the new comedy Strays, four talking dogs have an incredible/unbelievable journey. Reggie (voiced by Will Ferrell) doesn’t realize his owner Doug (played by Will Forte) is going to abandon him on the streets. But when Doug’s intentions become clear, Reggie’s motivation shifts from a reunion to revenge (复仇). Strays’ voice cast also features Jamie Foxx, Isla Fisher and Randall Park.
Golda
The movie describes a key moment in Israeli history. It is a story of Golda Meir, Israel’s first and only female prime minister. But it only covers a period of fewer than three weeks. The film follows Meir — played by a nearly unrecognizable Helen Mirren — as she spends the tense 19 days of the 1973. The conflict in 1973 resulted in heavy Israeli losses, and finally, Meir gave up her position of prime minister.
1. In what way is Emma Seligman different from Sennott
A. He’s the director of Bottoms. B. He is the writer of Bottoms.
C. He plays a role in Bottoms. D. He once started a fight club.
2. Why does Reggie decide to get his revenge
A. The journey is very difficult. B. Other dogs want to abandon him.
C. Doug has too many intentions. D. Its owner is unfriendly to it.
3. Which of the following suits people interested in history best
A. Bottoms. B. Blue Beetle. C. Strays. D. Golda.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四部不错的电影。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一部电影Bottoms介绍中的“Bottoms was co-written by Sennott and Emma Seligman, who also directs. (《底裤》由Sennott和导演Emma Seligman共同编剧。)”可知，Sennott和Emma Seligman都是Bottoms的作者，同时Emma Seligman也是此电影的导演。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三部电影Strays介绍中的“Reggie (voiced by Will Ferrell) doesn’t realize his owner Doug (played by Will Forte) is going to abandon him on the streets. But when Doug’s intentions become clear, Reggie’s motivation shifts from a reunion to revenge (复仇). (Reggie (Will Ferrell配音)没有意识到他的主人Doug (Will Forte配音)将把他遗弃在街上。但当Doug的意图变得清晰时，Reggie的动机从团聚转变为复仇。)”可知，Reggie决定复仇是因为它的主人对它不友好。故选D。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四部电影Golda介绍中的“The movie describes a key moment in Israeli history. (这部电影描述了以色列历史上的一个关键时刻。)”及后文可知，电影《果尔达》是关于以色列1973年的冲突的故事，是有关历史的内容。故选D。
B
I’m an ecologist studying the cultural value and sustainability of wildlife use by traders and traditional healers in South Africa. I am also a traditional healer myself and work with conservationists to protect wildlife.
In southern Africa, traditional healers use plant and animal materials, known as umuthi (means medicine), that might come from endangered species such as lions and pangolins (穿山甲). This can create tension between umuthi traders and conservation professionals. I think a lot about the balance to be struck between cultural identity, healing traditions and the urgent need for wildlife preservation. I meet with traditional healers and umuthi traders in markets in Johannesburg. Behind me, dried umuthi lines the walls in glass jars and my hands are arranged to form one of the greetings of a traditional healer.
Being a healer as well as a PhD candidate at the University of Cape Town brings me unique insights/opinions. Often, conservation objectives clash with deeply rooted cultural practices. I try to bridge those two fields and build trust between healers, tribal authorities, traders and conservationists — a challenging endeavour in the light of historical research practices.
Practices that bring these groups together, such as ones that promote home-grown medicinal plants, have had promising outcomes. I talk to communities about our conservation laws and how they could be changed to allow sustainable harvesting of natural products. I want to make communities become administrators of their environment. After all, if plants and animals go extinct, then that threatens the lives of traders and healers alike.
My double role as a healer and researcher creates its own complexities (复杂性). Yet, I remain optimistic that harmonious coexistence is achievable. My purpose is to enlarge the voices of traditional healers, respect their wisdom, and preserve the balance between culture and conservation for generations to come.
4. What can we know about umuthi
A. It must be very expensive. B. It can cure many kinds of diseases.
C. It’s made from several materials. D. It’s been accepted by conservation professionals.
5. What does the underlined word “clash” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Conflict. B. Combine. C. Compete. D. Challenge.
6. How does the author help different parties solve problems
A. By combining different groups together. B. By suggesting growing medical plants.
C. By advising government to make laws. D. By making healers help traders.
7. What does the author think of his work as a double role
A. Easy. B. Convenient. C. Encouraging. D. Worthwhile.
【答案】4. C 5. A 6. B 7. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了身为生态学家和传统治疗师的作者的双重角色，他既研究南非商人和传统治疗师利用野生生物的文化价值和可持续性，也与自然保护主义者合作保护野生生物。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“In southern Africa, traditional healers use plant and animal materials, known as umuthi (means medicine), that might come from endangered species such as lions and pangolins (穿山甲). (在非洲南部，传统治疗师使用被称为umuthi（意思是药物）的植物和动物材料，这些材料可能来自狮子和穿山甲等濒危物种)”可知，这种药物由几种不同的动植物材料制成。故选C项。
【5题详解】
词句猜测题。根据画线词的下文“I try to bridge those two fields and build trust between healers, tribal authorities, traders and conservationists — a challenging endeavour in the light of historical research practices. (我试图在这两个领域之间架起桥梁，在治疗师、部落当局、贸易商和环保主义者之间建立信任——鉴于历史研究实践，这是一项具有挑战性的努力)”可知，作者需要为两个领域搭建桥梁，建立信任，且这项工作具有挑战性。由此可知，这里应该是指保护目标与根深蒂固的文化实践相冲突，clash意思应该是“冲突”，与conflict意思一致。故选A项。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“Practices that bring these groups together, such as ones that promote home-grown medicinal plants, have had promising outcomes. (将这些群体聚集在一起的做法，例如推广自种药用植物的做法，已经产生了有希望的结果)”可知，作者通过建议种植药用植物来帮助各方解决问题。故选B项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“My double role as a healer and researcher creates its own complexities (复杂性). Yet, I remain optimistic that harmonious coexistence is achievable. My purpose is to enlarge the voices of traditional healers, respect their wisdom, and preserve the balance between culture and conservation for generations to come. (我作为治疗者和研究者的双重角色本身就很复杂。然而，我仍然乐观地认为，和谐共处是可以实现的。我的目的是扩大传统治疗师的声音，尊重他们的智慧，并为子孙后代保持文化与保护之间的平衡)”可知，作者认识到自身角色的复杂性，但是认为自己的工作可以为实现和谐共处做出贡献，保持文化与保护之间的平衡。由此可知，他认为自己的工作是值得的。故选D项。
C
When the word exercise is seen or heard most people think of the physical labor it involves, but there is so much more to it. Exercise is more than just a twenty-minute run. Exercising is one of the most important things someone can do to take care of themselves and their bodies. The benefits of exercise include more than just physical, but also emotional and health benefits.
Exercise has positive effects on the brain’s functions. Exercise decreases anxiety, which is the body’s natural response to stress. Norepinephrine (去甲肾上腺素), which involves levels of stress, can be moderated with exercise because exercise increases the amounts of it.
Exercise enhances brain health. The brain is the center of control for the body’s entire sense of functioning, and without it all that would be left is muscles and bones. The mental health is linked to exercise. Mental health can be strengthened by physical activity whether it is a casual walk in the park, or intense weight lifting training. Exercise promotes positive body images when increasing self-esteem, and helps increase the overall self image. The emotional and mental benefits from exercise are vital and only growing, as more is being discovered about the brain’s functions.
Exercise is complex, and constantly changing. The physical benefits of flexibility, muscular strength and muscular endurance are all vital to creating a healthy body. The health benefits from exercise range from heart to immune system, and more are being discovered every day to help increase one’s life. Exercise is not limited to just the gym, but an entire existence. The combination of benefits is what makes exercise so cardinal. Exercise is one of the most important activities someone can introduce into their lives. A walk around a neighbourhood, or training for a team, any effort towards getting your heart rate going makes a difference. Exercise is universal and beneficial to everyone.
8. What can we learn from the first paragraph
A. Most people regard exercise as physical labor. B. Running is a very good kind of exercise.
C. Exercise benefits people in several aspects. D. We should care for ourselves when exercising.
9. Which of the following is the function of Norepinephrine
A. It affects brain’s functions negatively. B. It shows people’s response to stress.
C. It can make people forget anxiety. D. It can be raised by having exercise.
10. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. Mental health’s effect on people. B. Exercise’s effect on our brain.
C. The importance of our brain. D. The functions of our brain.
11. What can we infer from the last paragraph
A. Exercise is really a complex activity. B. Exercise can bring many benefits to people.
C. Exercise should increase people’s heart rate. D. Exercise should be changed constantly.
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. B 11. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了锻炼对我们至关重要，从多方面说明了锻炼的好处。
【8题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“The benefits of exercise include more than just physical, but also emotional and health benefits. (锻炼的好处不仅包括身体上的好处，还包括情感和健康方面的好处。)”可知，锻炼带来的好处包括身体、情感和健康各方面。由此可知，锻炼在几个方面对人有益。故选C项。
9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Exercise decreases anxiety, which is the body’s natural response to stress. Norepinephrine (去甲肾上腺素), which involves levels of stress, can be moderated with exercise because exercise increases the amounts of it. (锻炼可以减少焦虑，这是身体对压力的自然反应。去甲肾上腺素与压力水平有关，可以通过锻炼来调节，因为锻炼可以增加去甲肾上腺素的量。)”可知，去甲肾上腺素可以通过锻炼来提高，从而降低压力水平。故选D项。
【10题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段“Exercise enhances brain health. The brain is the center of control for the body’s entire sense of functioning, and without it all that would be left is muscles and bones. The mental health is linked to exercise. Mental health can be strengthened by physical activity whether it is a casual walk in the park, or intense weight lifting training. Exercise promotes positive body images when increasing self-esteem, and helps increase the overall self image. The emotional and mental benefits from exercise are vital and only growing, as more is being discovered about the brain’s functions. (锻炼促进大脑健康。大脑是控制身体所有功能的中心，如果没有它，剩下的就只有肌肉和骨骼了。心理健康与锻炼有关。心理健康可以通过体育活动得到加强，无论是在公园里随意散步，还是高强度的举重训练。锻炼在增强自尊的同时促进积极的身体形象，并有助于提高整体的自我形象。随着人们对大脑功能的了解越来越多，运动对情绪和精神的好处至关重要，而且还在不断增加。)”可知，本段首先指出锻炼对大脑健康有益，然后列举锻炼对心理健康、自尊、自我形象等的好处。因此，本段主要是关于锻炼对我们大脑功能的积极作用。故选B项。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段中“The physical benefits of flexibility, muscular strength and muscular endurance are all vital to creating a healthy body. The health benefits from exercise range from heart to immune system, and more are being discovered every day to help increase one’s life. (柔韧性、肌肉力量和肌肉耐力对身体的好处对于创造一个健康的身体都是至关重要的。锻炼对健康的益处包括心脏到免疫系统，每天都有更多的有助于延长寿命的发现。)”可知，锻炼对柔韧性、肌肉力量、肌肉耐力、心脏、免疫系统、延长寿命都有好处。由此可知，锻炼可以给人们带来很多好处。故选B项。
D
In the past few years, Sam Altman, the father of ChatGPT, has become the hottest face in the world of AI. Many industry leaders, AI researchers see ChatGPT as a basic technological change, as meaningful as the creation of the web browser or the iPhone.
Some believe it will deliver a utopia (乌托邦) where everyone has all the time and money ever needed. Others believe it could destroy humanity. Still others spend much of their time arguing that the technology is never as powerful as everyone says it is.
Mr Altman, a slim, 37-year-old investor from the suburbs of St. Louis, sits calmly in the middle of it all. As chief executive (总经理) of OpenAI, he hopes to balance the many possibilities as he moves this strange and powerful technology into the future.
He believes that artificial intelligence will happen one way or another, that it will do wonderful things that even he can’t yet imagine and that we can find ways of making up the harm it may cause. It’s an attitude that mirrors Mr Altman’s own track. His life has been a fairly steady climb towards greater success and wealth, driven by an effective set of personal skills. It makes sense that he believes that the good thing will happen rather than the bad.
He is not necessarily motivated by money. Mr Altman’s wealth is not well recorded. But he said he holds no stock (股票) in OpenAI. The only money he stands to make from the company is a yearly salary.
Georgeann Kepchar, who taught Advanced Placement computer science course, saw Mr Altman as one of her most talented computer science students—and one with a rare knack for pushing people in new directions. “He had creativity and vision, combined with the ambition and force of personality to make others be willing to work with him on putting his ideas into action,” she said.
12. What can we learn about ChatGPT from the first two paragraphs
A. It has been accepted by most people. B. It is linked to the web browser.
C. Its use and future are arguable. D. It will save people’s time and money.
13. What can we infer from Paragraph 3
A. Altman is facing much pressure. B. Altman can face different views quietly.
C. ChatGPT is the newest technology. D. Powerful technology is hard to be accepted.
14. What does Altman think of AI
A Economically beneficial. B. Steady. C. Perfect. D. Good overall.
15. How does Altman mainly get his money
A. By judging his achievements. B. By getting interests from his stock.
C. By receiving a yearly salary. D. By teaching computer science.
【答案】12. C 13. B 14. D 15. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了ChatGPT之父Altman以及他的相关理论技术。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Some believe it will deliver a utopia (乌托邦) where everyone has all the time and money ever needed. Others believe it could destroy humanity. Still others spend much of their time arguing that the technology is never as powerful as everyone says it is. (一些人认为它会带来一个乌托邦，在那里每个人都有所需的时间和金钱。其他人则认为它可能会毁灭人类。还有一些人花了很多时间争辩说，这项技术从来没有大家说的那么强大。)”可推知，ChatGPT的用途和未来是有争议的。故选C。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“Mr Altman, a slim, 37-year-old investor from the suburbs of St. Louis, sits calmly in the middle of it all. As chief executive (总经理) of OpenAI, he hopes to balance the many possibilities as he moves this strange and powerful technology into the future. (现年37岁、身材苗条的投资人Altman来自圣路易斯郊区，他平静地坐在这一切的中间。作为OpenAI的首席执行官，他希望在将这项奇怪而强大的技术推向未来的过程中，平衡多种可能性。)”可推知，Altman可以平静地面对不同的观点。故选B。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“It makes sense that he believes that the good thing will happen rather than the bad. (他相信好事会发生，而不是坏事，这是有道理的。)”可推知，Altman认为人工智能总体上不错。故选D。
【15题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“The only money he stands to make from the company is a yearly salary. (他能从公司挣到的唯一的钱就是年薪。)”可知，Altman的钱主要是通过领取年薪得来。故选C。
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。
Academic success is very important to us. To achieve your success, it’s important to develop good habits ____16____ If you’re unsure of where to start, read the following.
One of the most critical skills for academic success is effective management of your study time. ____17____ However, you should create a system to track your exams, and study sessions. As long as you carve out specific amounts of time to ensure you accomplish your goals, you will set yourself up for success.
____18____ When you make proper study habits a part of your daily routine, it can increase your efficiency, confidence, and effectiveness. The reality is that your days are likely already packed with many things, so it’s important to create a consistent daily plan and carve out time to devote to studying.
You can’t expect to meet your goals if you experience tiredness. That’s why it’s so important that you take care of your physical and mental health. Some effective ways include eating a well-balanced and nutritious diet, and exercising regularly, which can relax your mind, reduce stress, and increase your ability to focus on your studies. ____19____
Using mind maps (思维导图) can be an effective way of organizing and summarizing key concepts. Start by writing the central concept in the middle of your page and then draw curved lines branching out with related ideas. ____20____ You can also use different colours, pictures, and line lengths/widths to make your maps more highlight the most important concepts.
Academic success can really increase your overall quality of life.
A. Building good study habits is also critical.
B. Getting outdoors can also improve mental health.
C. Set small goals to help you accomplish large goals.
D. How you choose to manage your calendar is up to you.
E. Then add branches to the related ideas with further points.
F. These habits can guide your learning and keep you on track in studies.
G. It can also be helpful to share experiences with your teachers and classmates.
【答案】16. F 17. D 18. A 19. B 20. E
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。学术上的成功对于我们来说非常重要。无论你是想探索一个你热爱的学科领域，还是想提高你的资历来推进你的职业生涯，都离不开学术上的成功。作者在文章中详细讲述了实现学术上的成功的一些方法。
【16题详解】
根据空前“To achieve your success, it’s important to develop good habits （为了取得成功，养成良好的习惯很重要）”可知，这里说到好的习惯的重要性，F 项与上文存在词义重复关系。F 项中的 These habits 指代上一句提到的好习惯。F项“These habits can guide your learning and keep you on track in studies.（这些习惯可以指导你的学习，让你的学习步入正轨。）”提到了好的习惯的好处，符合语境，故选F。
【17题详解】
根据空前“One of the most critical skills for academic success is effective management of your study time.（学业成功最关键的技能之一是有效管理学习时间。）”可知，这里建议要有效管理学习时间。D项中的 manage your calendar 指代上文提到的有效管理你的学习时间。D项“How you choose to manage your calendar is up to you.（您选择如何管理日历取决于您。）”符合语境，故选D。
【18题详解】
此空设于段首，是本段的主题句。根据空后“When you make proper study habits a part of your daily routine, it can increase your efficiency, confidence, and effectiveness. （当你养成正确的学习习惯成为你日常生活的一部分时，它可以提高你的效率、信心和成效。）”可知，作者在本段讲述了把正确的学习习惯作为日常生活的一部分的重要性。A项“Building good study habits is also critical.（养成良好的学习习惯也很重要。）”符合语境，故选A。
【19题详解】
此空设于段尾，与上文存在并列关系。根据空前“Some effective ways include eating a well-balanced and nutritious diet, and exercising regularly, which can relax your mind, reduce stress, and increase your ability to focus on your studies.（一些有效的方法包括均衡营养的饮食以及定期锻炼身体，这可以放松心情，减轻压力，提高专注于学习的能力。）”可知，上文提到均衡营养的饮食，定期锻炼，B项“Getting outdoors can also improve mental health.(户外活动也可以改善心理健康)”，与上文形成并列关系。符合语境，故选B。
20题详解】
根据空前“Using mind maps (思维导图) can be an effective way of organizing and summarizing key concepts. Start by writing the central concept in the middle of your page and then draw curved lines branching out with related ideas. （使用思维导图可以是组织和总结关键概念的有效方法。首先在页面中间写下中心概念，然后绘制与相关想法分支的曲线。）”可知，上文提到首先在页面中间写下中心概念，接下来说下一步做法，E项“Then add branches to the related ideas with further points.（然后添加分支到相关的想法和进一步的要点。）”进一步说明，故选E。
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。
Observing nature can be an effective method for young students to discuss and understand their emotions in a calm learning environment. I’m obsessed with ____21____. I’m especially interested in growing food from seeds or propagation (繁殖), which saves ____22____ and is a fun challenge. Many years ago, I learned that we could ____23____ a pineapple plant from the top of a pineapple, so I had to ____24____ it. After several times of failure I was ____25____ successful in growing one and getting it to bloom. I was excited, so I ____26____ this huge, heavy plant to school. Then my fourth grade students could ____27____ in the excitement of watching the pineapple grow.
My ____28____ students welcomed the pineapple plant into our class and named her Patricia. They made name tags for her, and even wrote ____29____ about her. We also ____30____ children from other classrooms to come in and meet her. She became quite ____31____.
More interesting, though, is the fact that she had a way of ____32____ kids self regulate. She ____33____ people when they felt sad. Our school counselor often brought students in to visit Patricia, and they always left our classroom feeling happier and more ____34____.
After some reflection, we now realize that the ____35____ of the pineapple was not really just about the plant. Patricia helped create an environment filled with passion, positivity, and nature. It’s calming for our nervous system, which leads to self-regulation and enhances learning.
21. A. farming B. driving C. sightseeing D. gardening
22. A. money B. trouble C. energy D. practice
23. A. get B. buy C. grow D. reproduce
24. A. trying B. proving C. excising D. examining
25. A. suddenly B. finally C. immediately D. unexpectedly
26. A. showed B. brought C. dragged D. led
27. A. update B. receive C. share D. discover
28. A. curious B. anxious C. thrilled D. encouraged
29. A. letters B. lists C. jokes D. stories
30. A. expected B. invited C. ordered D. allowed
31. A. important B. expensive C. beautiful D. famous
32. A. banning B. allowing C. helping D. behaving
33. A. ran to B. woke up C. burned down D. cheered up
34. A. regulated B. broken C. disappointed D. humorous
35. A. peace B. power C. happiness D. value
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. C 24. A 25. B 26. B 27. C 28. C 29. D 30. B 31. D 32. C 33. D 34. A 35. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章通过作者把自己种植的菠萝带到学校，帮助学生改善情绪告诉我们观察自然是让年轻学生在平静的学习环境中讨论和理解自己情绪的有效方法。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我对园艺很着迷。A. farming农业；B. driving驾驶；C. sightseeing观光；D. gardening园艺。根据后文“I’m especially interested in growing food from seeds or propagation(我对用种子或繁殖来种植食物特别感兴趣)”可知，作者喜欢园艺。故选D。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我对从种子或繁殖中种植食物特别感兴趣，这不仅省钱，而且是一项有趣的挑战。A. money金钱；B. trouble麻烦；C. energy精力；D. practice实践。根据上文“I’m especially interested in growing food from seeds or propagation(我对用种子或繁殖来种植食物特别感兴趣)”可知，自己种植食物可以省钱。故选A。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：许多年前，我了解到我们可以从菠萝的顶部种植菠萝，所以我必须尝试一下。A. get得到；B. buy购买；C. grow生长；D. reproduce复制。根据后文“a pineapple plant from the top of a pineapple”指从菠萝的顶部可以生长出菠萝，故选C。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：许多年前，我了解到我们可以从菠萝的顶部种植菠萝，所以我必须尝试一下。A. trying尝试；B. proving证明；C. excising锻炼；D. examining检查。根据上文可知作者喜欢园艺，所以了解到从菠萝的顶部种植菠萝以后，作者想要尝试。故选A。
【25题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：在几次失败之后，我终于成功地种了一棵，并让它开花了。A. suddenly突然；B. finally最后；C. immediately立即；D. unexpectedly意外地。根据后文“successful in growing one and getting it to bloom”可知，几次失败的尝试以后，作者终于成功了。故选B。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我很兴奋，所以我把这个又大又重的植物带到学校。A. showed展示；B. brought带来；C. dragged拖；D. led带领。根据后文“this huge, heavy plant to school”可知，作者把自己种的东西带到了学校。故选B。
【27题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：然后我的四年级学生可以分享兴奋的看着菠萝生长。A. update更新；B. receive收到；C. share分享；D. discover发现。根据后文“in the excitement of watching the pineapple grow”作者把菠萝带到学校是为了让学生分享兴奋。故选C。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我兴奋的学生们欢迎菠萝植物进入我们的课堂，并给她起名叫帕特里夏。A. curious好奇的；B. anxious焦虑的；C. thrilled激动的；D. encouraged鼓励。呼应上文“in the excitement”指学生很兴奋。故选C。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：他们为她做了名牌，甚至写了关于她的故事。A. letters信；B. lists清单；C. jokes玩笑；D. stories故事。根据上文“They made name tags for her, and even wrote”可知，学生给菠萝取了名字，甚至还写了故事。故选D。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们还邀请了其他教室的孩子来见她。A. expected期待；B. invited邀请；C. ordered命令；D. allowed允许。根据后文“children from other classrooms to come in and meet her”指邀请其他教室的孩子来看菠萝。故选B。
【31题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：她变得相当有名。A. important重要的；B. expensive昂贵的；C. beautiful美丽的；D. famous著名的。根据上文“children from other classrooms to come in and meet her”可知，看菠萝的人很多，变得很有名。故选D。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，更有趣的是，她有一种帮助孩子自我调节的方法。A. banning禁止；B. allowing允许；C. helping帮助；D. behaving行为。呼应后文“Patricia helped create an environment filled with passion, positivity, and nature.(帕特丽夏帮助创造了一个充满激情、积极和自然的环境)”指菠萝帮助孩子自我调节。故选C。
【33题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：当人们感到悲伤时，她使他们振作起来。A. ran to跑向；B. woke up醒来；C. burned down烧毁；D. cheered up使振作。根据后文“Patricia helped create an environment filled with passion, positivity, and nature.(帕特丽夏帮助创造了一个充满激情、积极和自然的环境)”可知，当人们感到悲伤时，她使他们振作起来。故选D。
【34题详解】
考查形容词/动词词义辨析。句意：我们的学校辅导员经常带学生来看望帕特丽夏，他们离开教室时总是感到更快乐，更有纪律。A. regulated约束；B. broken破碎的；C. disappointed失望的；D. humorous幽默的。根据后文“It’s calming for our nervous system, which leads to self-regulation and enhances learning.(它能让我们的神经系统平静下来，从而促进自我调节，提高学习能力)”可知，孩子们看了菠萝以后更快乐，更有纪律了。故选A。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：经过一番反思，我们现在意识到菠萝的力量并不仅仅在于它本身。A. peace和平；B. power力量；C. happiness幸福；D. value价值。根据后文“Patricia helped create an environment filled with passion, positivity, and nature. It’s calming for our nervous system, which leads to self-regulation and enhances learning.(帕特丽夏帮助创造了一个充满激情、积极和自然的环境。它能让我们的神经系统平静下来，从而促进自我调节，提高学习能力)”可知，菠萝有强大的力量，故选B。
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Kjell Lindgren wanted to be an astronaut for as long as he could remember. He spent much of his childhood abroad with his family on several U. S. Air Force ____36____ (base). “The idea of becoming an astronaut by serving as an Air Force test pilot seemed like the path ____37____ I needed to follow,” says Lindgren.
Lindgren’s hopes of becoming an astronaut, though, would come to ____38____ sudden stop when he was diagnosed with asthma (哮喘), a serious disease, after ____39____ (graduate) from the U. S. Air Force Academy. The Air Force decided to ____40____ (medical) fire him.
So Lindgren came to a medical school, eventually specializing in emergency medicine. As part of his training, he ____41____ (test) for asthma again. This time, the tests said that he didn’t have the condition. Lindgren was ____42____ (please) because his dreams of spaceflight returned.
Lindgren worked as a flight doctor at NASA, treating crews that were preparing for spaceflight. Then, in 2009, he was selected as a NASA astronaut. Since then, Lindgren ____43____ (fly) into space twice. On his trip aboard the International Space Station in 2022, he served as the commander for SpaceX Crew 4 ____44____ 170 days. Lindgren is now a member of the Artemis Team, a group of scientists and astronauts working together _____45_____ (send) people back to the Moon in 2024.
【答案】36. bases
37. that##which
38. a 39. graduating
40. medically
41. was tested
42. pleased
43. has flown
44. for 45. to send
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。克杰尔·林德格伦是美国国家航空航天局宇航员队伍中的一名重要成员。文章主要介绍了他成为一名宇航员的曲折经历。
【36题详解】
考查名词复数。句意：他童年的大部分时间都和家人在国外的几个美国空军基地度过。此空前的several说明此空应该用复数形式。故填bases。
【37题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：林德格伦说:“当一名空军试飞员，成为一名宇航员的想法似乎是我需要遵循的道路。”定语从句修饰先行词path，关系词在从句中作宾语，指物。故填that/which。
【38题详解】
考查冠词。句意：然而，从美国空军学院毕业后，林德格伦被诊断出患有严重的哮喘，他成为一名宇航员的希望戛然而息。stop在这里作可数名词单数，前面应该用不定冠词，且sudden是发音以辅音音素开头的单词。故填a。
【39题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：然而，从美国空军学院毕业后，林德格伦被诊断出患有严重的哮喘，他成为一名宇航员的希望戛然而息。介词after后面应该用动词-ing形式。故填graduating。
【40题详解】
考查副词。句意：空军决定从医学角度解雇他。修饰动词fire，应用副词medically。故填medically。
【41题详解】
考查动词的时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：作为训练的一部分，他再次接受了哮喘检查。he和test之间是被动关系，此件事情发生在过去，因此用一般过去时的被动语态。故填was tested。
【42题详解】
考查形容词。句意：这一次，检查结果显示他没有这种情况。林德格伦很高兴，因为他的太空飞行梦想又回来了。主语是Lindgren，此处表示“Lindgren感到高兴”，因此用-ed形式的形容词作表语。故填pleased。
【43题详解】
考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：从那以后，林德格伦两次进入太空。此句中的时间状语Since then说明此空应该用现在完成时。主语是Lindgren，是第三人称单数，助动词用has。故填has flown。
【44题详解】
考查介词。句意：在2022年登上国际空间站的旅程中，他担任了170天的SpaceX Crew 4指挥官。表示过去的一段时间内应用介词for。故填for。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：林德格伦现在是阿尔忒弥斯团队的成员，这是一个由科学家和宇航员组成的团队，他们共同努力，在2024年将人类送回月球。此处动词不定式作状语表示目的。故填to send。
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。你校英语俱乐部下周六要举办去市儿童福利院献爱心的社会实践活动，准备在校内征集志愿者。请你用英语写一篇招聘函。内容包括：
1．活动内容；
2．时间和地点。
注意：1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。
In order to show our love and concern to the children who are living in the welfare center,
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English Club
【答案】范文
In order to show our love and concern to the children who are living in the welfare center, we will organize a social activity next Saturday afternoon. Fifty students from our school will be chosen as volunteers to take part in this activity held in the welfare center for children in our city. If you are willing to help these children, you can call us and provide us with your personal information, or you can contact us by email at Aixinfengxian@. The volunteers will go to help these children with their studies, especially their English as well as communicate with them. Therefore, if you are good at English or communication, you will be well equipped to help these children. In addition, each volunteer should take at least one gift for the friend you’ll make there.
English Club
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生用英语写一篇招聘函，在校内征集志愿者。
【详解】1.词汇积累
为了：in order to→so as to
特别：especially→peculiarly
活动：activity→event
此外：in addition→besides
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Fifty students from our school will be chosen as volunteers to take part in this activity held in the welfare center for children in our city.
拓展句：Fifty students from our school will be chosen as volunteers to take part in this activity, which will be held in the welfare center for children in our city.
【点睛】[高分句型1] In order to show our love and concern to the children who are living in the welfare center, we will organize a social activity next Saturday afternoon. (运用了who引导定语从句)
[高分句型2] Therefore, if you are good at English or communication, you will be well equipped to help these children. (运用了if引导条件状语从句)
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。
When I was about four years old, I started washing my face on my own. However, I always ignored the area behind my ears on purpose though my mom would often remind me.
One summer, in July of that year, my mom drove me to my grandparents’ house for our annual summer holiday visit. When we arrived, I was told that Grandma had gone on a trip with her friends and wouldn’t be back for another two weeks. Feeling a bit down, I went to the yard to play while my mom and grandpa caught up on some things. Although I couldn’t hear their conversation clearly, I had a strong feeling they were talking about me based on their gestures and expressions. Later, my mom returned home, and she would come back to pick me up two months later.
After dinner that night, Grandpa asked me to take a bath before going to bed. Since I loved taking baths, I happily agreed. With the bathtub (浴缸) filled with water, Grandpa reminded me, “Just make sure you clean the area behind your ears really well. You wouldn’t want potatoes to start growing there, would you ”
“Potatoes ” I stopped in my tracks and turned back to look at him. “Yes, potatoes. If you don’t clean the dirt behind your ears, potatoes might actually sprout (发芽) and grow there,” he explained, causing my eyes to widen in surprise. “But I don’t have any potatoes behind my ears, Grandpa,” I said as I ran my fingers along the back of my ears. He took a quick glance and replied, “Oh, I see a couple of sprouts: starting right there!” He urged me to get into the bathtub immediately and scrub (擦洗) them away thoroughly.
I nodded, still in disbelief. This was the first time I had ever heard such a thing. Why hadn’t my parents warned me about this before I wondered, but couldn’t find an answer. Nonetheless, I felt shocked by Grandpa’s warning.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I hurried to jump into the bathtub, carefully scrubbing behind my ears.
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“What are you looking at behind your ears ” Grandma asked me curiously.
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【答案】One possible version:
I hurried to jump into the bathtub, carefully scrubbing behind my ears. I spent a considerable amount of time ensuring every bit of dirt was gone. When I finally finished bathing, I grabbed a handheld mirror and carefully checked each ear for any signs of potato sprouts. Grandpa noticed my actions and checked my ears with a smile, saying, “Ah, the potato sprouts are all gone.” I felt relieved. From that day forward, I developed a habit of cleaning the area behind my ears and even using mirrors to check. Eventually, Grandma returned home. That evening, as I examined my ears once again, she noticed.
“What are you looking at behind your ears ” Grandma asked me curiously. “I’m checking for ‘potato sprouts’,” I replied. She stared at me, puzzled. After I explained, she chuckled and said, “Oh, your grandpa was just teasing you.” “What ” I exclaimed. It was then that I realized I had been completely fooled and then burst into laughter with Grandma. Despite the childish trick, I continued to clean the area behind my ears regularly because it had already become a habit. Grandpa continued with his other “ear stories” for years to come. I was deeply touched by his sense of humor and wisdom.
【解析】
【导语】本文以事件为线索展开，讲述了作者从大概四岁的时候开始自己洗脸，虽然妈妈经常提醒他不要漏掉耳朵后面的地方，但是作者还是会忽略掉那里。一个夏天，妈妈带着作者去爷爷奶奶家过暑假，奶奶外出旅行了，妈妈和爷爷谈论完一些事情后也离开了，计划两个月后回来接作者。晚上洗澡的时候，爷爷提醒作者要把耳朵后面的地方洗干净，不然那里会长出土豆，作者非常困惑，爷爷为作者解释了一番，敦促他赶紧洗干净，作者不太相信爷爷的解释，感到很震惊。
【详解】1. 段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“我赶紧跳进浴缸，小心翼翼地擦洗耳后”可知，第一段可描写作者仔细地清洗耳朵后面的地方，检查那里没有长出土豆，以及作者养成了清洗耳朵后面的地方的习惯，并被回家了的奶奶注意到。
②由第二段首句内容“‘你在看耳朵后面的什么？’奶奶好奇地问我”可知，第二段可描写作者给奶奶解释自己这样做的原因，奶奶道出真相，以及作者之后保留了清洗耳朵后面的地方的好习惯。
2. 续写线索：作者擦洗耳后——作者检查耳后清洗干净——作者养成了清洗耳后的习惯——奶奶提问——作者和奶奶的交流——作者保留清洗耳后的习惯
3. 词汇激活
行为类
①确保：ensure/guarantee
②完成：finish/complete
③注意到：notice/spot/observe
④回家：return home/come back home
⑤回复：reply/answer
⑥解释：explain/clarify
⑦意识到：realize/recognize
情绪类
①疑惑的：puzzled/confused
②感动：touch/move
【点睛】[高分句型1] When I finally finished bathing, I grabbed a handheld mirror and carefully checked each ear for any signs of potato sprouts. (When引导时间状语从句)
[高分句型2] It was then that I realized I had been completely fooled and then burst into laughter with Grandma. (It was then that…强调句强调时间状语、that引导名词性从句作realized的宾语并被省略)
[高分句型3] Despite the childish trick, I continued to clean the area behind my ears regularly because it had already become a habit. (because引导原因状语从句)金沙县2023-2024学年第一学期期末质量监测试卷
高一英语
本试卷共10页。全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
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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 will the woman have
A．Some bread. B．A sandwich. C．Instant noodles.
2．Why does the man want to be a postman
A．To meet lots of people B．To get good pay. C．To train dogs.
3．What’s the conversation about
A．Road accidents. B．Seatbelt. C．The ticket.
4．What does the woman ask Bill to do
A．To go to bed. B．To take a bath. C．To finish his work.
5．What do we know about Uncle Sam
A．He runs a repair shop. B．He’s the woman’s uncle. C．His computer broke down.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．What does Mary want to be
A．A scientist. B．An engineer. C．A teacher.
7．Why does the man like his job
A．He has good students. B．He makes a lot of money. C．He has much free time.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．When did the woman begin to save money
A．When Mike was jobless. B．When her child started school. C．When she borrowed money.
9．What is true about a dollar shop
A．It sells things at half price. B．Things are poor in quality. C．Everything is sold for $1.
10．What does Mike do with the coffee
A．Throw away the cheap coffee.
B．Mix two kinds of coffee together.
C．Keep the good coffee for the woman.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11．What’s the woman doing
A．Buying a house. B．Renting an apartment. C．Asking directions.
12．What’s in front of the apartment
A．A subway station. B．The railway station. C．A bus stop.
13．How much will the woman pay
A．$850. B．$2,000. C．$2,200.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14．When does the conversation take place
A．On Tuesday. B．On Thursday. C．On Friday.
15．How will Henry solve his problem
A．By getting advice from the woman
B．By asking the teacher for help.
C．By checking the answer online.
16．What’s the woman’s problem
A．Attending Nancy’s party. B．Buying a gift for Nancy. C．Repairing a doll house.
17．Where will the woman read the books borrowed from the library
A．In the doll house. B．At her home. C．At school.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18．What did the speaker want to do that day
A．Visit his friend. B．Write a story. C．Get his article published.
19．How did the speaker feel after getting outside
A．Excited. B．Nervous. C．Disappointed.
20．What is the speaker now
A．An editor. B．A writer. C．A news reporter.
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
Here are some popular favourite films and movies. You can go to theatre to watch them with your family or friends.
Bottoms
The high school comedy is very strange and funny. It’s a smart new comedy. Ayo Edebiri and Rachel Sennott play unpopular best friends who start a fight club in hopes of attracting the cheerleaders of their dreams. Bottoms was co-written by Sennott and Emma Seligman, who also directs. They previously collaborated on the movie Shiva Baby.
Blue Beetle
It is a true-blue surprise. In the great new superhero film Blue Beetle, Xolo Mariduena plays Jaime Reyes, a young Mexican-American man who comes across a frightening bug-like alien artifact (神器) that connects to him and gives him superpowers. It may seem like just another story about a hero, but-centering the film on a Latin family changes the familiar mode in ways big and small.
Strays
It leads the pack for rated dog comedies. In the new comedy Strays, four talking dogs have an incredible/unbelievable journey. Reggie (voiced by Will Ferrell) doesn’t realize his owner Doug (played by Will Forte) is going to abandon him on the streets. But when Doug’s intentions become clear, Reggie’s motivation shifts from a reunion to revenge (复仇). Strays’ voice cast also features Jamie Foxx, Isla Fisher and Randall Park.
Golda
The movie describes a key moment in Israeli history. It is a story of Golda Meir, Israel’s first and only female prime minister. But it only covers a period of fewer than three weeks. The film follows Meir — played by a nearly unrecognizable Helen Mirren — as she spends the tense 19 days of the 1973. The conflict in 1973 resulted in heavy Israeli losses, and finally, Meir gave up her position of prime minister.
1. In what way is Emma Seligman different from Sennott
A. He’s the director of Bottoms. B. He is the writer of Bottoms.
C. He plays a role in Bottoms. D. He once started a fight club.
2. Why does Reggie decide to get his revenge
A. The journey is very difficult. B. Other dogs want to abandon him.
C. Doug has too many intentions. D. Its owner is unfriendly to it.
3 Which of the following suits people interested in history best
A. Bottoms. B. Blue Beetle. C. Strays. D. Golda.
B
I’m an ecologist studying the cultural value and sustainability of wildlife use by traders and traditional healers in South Africa. I am also a traditional healer myself and work with conservationists to protect wildlife.
In southern Africa, traditional healers use plant and animal materials, known as umuthi (means medicine), that might come from endangered species such as lions and pangolins (穿山甲). This can create tension between umuthi traders and conservation professionals. I think a lot about the balance to be struck between cultural identity, healing traditions and the urgent need for wildlife preservation. I meet with traditional healers and umuthi traders in markets in Johannesburg. Behind me, dried umuthi lines the walls in glass jars and my hands are arranged to form one of the greetings of a traditional healer.
Being a healer as well as a PhD candidate at the University of Cape Town brings me unique insights/opinions. Often, conservation objectives clash with deeply rooted cultural practices. I try to bridge those two fields and build trust between healers, tribal authorities, traders and conservationists — a challenging endeavour in the light of historical research practices.
Practices that bring these groups together, such as ones that promote home-grown medicinal plants, have had promising outcomes. I talk to communities about our conservation laws and how they could be changed to allow sustainable harvesting of natural products. I want to make communities become administrators of their environment. After all, if plants and animals go extinct, then that threatens the lives of traders and healers alike.
My double role as a healer and researcher creates its own complexities (复杂性). Yet, I remain optimistic that harmonious coexistence is achievable. My purpose is to enlarge the voices of traditional healers, respect their wisdom, and preserve the balance between culture and conservation for generations to come.
4. What can we know about umuthi
A. It must be very expensive. B. It can cure many kinds of diseases.
C. It’s made from several materials. D. It’s been accepted by conservation professionals.
5. What does the underlined word “clash” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Conflict. B. Combine. C. Compete. D. Challenge.
6. How does the author help different parties solve problems
A. By combining different groups together. B. By suggesting growing medical plants.
C. By advising government to make laws. D. By making healers help traders.
7. What does the author think of his work as a double role
A. Easy. B. Convenient. C. Encouraging. D. Worthwhile.
C
When the word exercise is seen or heard most people think of the physical labor it involves, but there is so much more to it. Exercise is more than just a twenty-minute run. Exercising is one of the most important things someone can do to take care of themselves and their bodies. The benefits of exercise include more than just physical, but also emotional and health benefits.
Exercise has positive effects on the brain’s functions. Exercise decreases anxiety, which is the body’s natural response to stress. Norepinephrine (去甲肾上腺素), which involves levels of stress, can be moderated with exercise because exercise increases the amounts of it.
Exercise enhances brain health. The brain is the center of control for the body’s entire sense of functioning, and without it all that would be left is muscles and bones. The mental health is linked to exercise. Mental health can be strengthened by physical activity whether it is a casual walk in the park, or intense weight lifting training. Exercise promotes positive body images when increasing self-esteem, and helps increase the overall self image. The emotional and mental benefits from exercise are vital and only growing, as more is being discovered about the brain’s functions.
Exercise is complex, and constantly changing. The physical benefits of flexibility, muscular strength and muscular endurance are all vital to creating a healthy body. The health benefits from exercise range from heart to immune system, and more are being discovered every day to help increase one’s life. Exercise is not limited to just the gym, but an entire existence. The combination of benefits is what makes exercise so cardinal. Exercise is one of the most important activities someone can introduce into their lives. A walk around a neighbourhood, or training for a team, any effort towards getting your heart rate going makes a difference. Exercise is universal and beneficial to everyone.
8. What can we learn from the first paragraph
A. Most people regard exercise as physical labor. B. Running is a very good kind of exercise.
C. Exercise benefits people in several aspects. D. We should care for ourselves when exercising.
9. Which of the following is the function of Norepinephrine
A. It affects brain’s functions negatively. B. It shows people’s response to stress.
C. It can make people forget anxiety. D. It can be raised by having exercise.
10. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. Mental health’s effect on people. B. Exercise’s effect on our brain.
C. The importance of our brain. D. The functions of our brain.
11. What can we infer from the last paragraph
A. Exercise is really a complex activity. B. Exercise can bring many benefits to people.
C. Exercise should increase people’s heart rate. D. Exercise should be changed constantly.
D
In the past few years, Sam Altman, the father of ChatGPT, has become the hottest face in the world of AI. Many industry leaders, AI researchers see ChatGPT as a basic technological change, as meaningful as the creation of the web browser or the iPhone.
Some believe it will deliver a utopia (乌托邦) where everyone has all the time and money ever needed. Others believe it could destroy humanity. Still others spend much of their time arguing that the technology is never as powerful as everyone says it is.
Mr Altman, a slim, 37-year-old investor from the suburbs of St. Louis, sits calmly in the middle of it all. As chief executive (总经理) of OpenAI, he hopes to balance the many possibilities as he moves this strange and powerful technology into the future.
He believes that artificial intelligence will happen one way or another, that it will do wonderful things that even he can’t yet imagine and that we can find ways of making up the harm it may cause. It’s an attitude that mirrors Mr Altman’s own track. His life has been a fairly steady climb towards greater success and wealth, driven by an effective set of personal skills. It makes sense that he believes that the good thing will happen rather than the bad.
He is not necessarily motivated by money. Mr Altman’s wealth is not well recorded. But he said he holds no stock (股票) in OpenAI. The only money he stands to make from the company is a yearly salary.
Georgeann Kepchar, who taught Advanced Placement computer science course, saw Mr Altman as one of her most talented computer science students—and one with a rare knack for pushing people in new directions. “He had creativity and vision, combined with the ambition and force of personality to make others be willing to work with him on putting his ideas into action,” she said.
12. What can we learn about ChatGPT from the first two paragraphs
A. It has been accepted by most people. B. It is linked to the web browser.
C. Its use and future are arguable. D. It will save people’s time and money.
13. What can we infer from Paragraph 3
A. Altman is facing much pressure. B. Altman can face different views quietly.
C. ChatGPT is the newest technology. D. Powerful technology is hard to be accepted.
14. What does Altman think of AI
A. Economically beneficial. B. Steady. C. Perfect. D. Good overall.
15. How does Altman mainly get his money
A. By judging his achievements. B. By getting interests from his stock.
C. By receiving a yearly salary. D. By teaching computer science.
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。
Academic success is very important to us. To achieve your success, it’s important to develop good habits ____16____ If you’re unsure of where to start, read the following.
One of the most critical skills for academic success is effective management of your study time. ____17____ However, you should create a system to track your exams, and study sessions. As long as you carve out specific amounts of time to ensure you accomplish your goals, you will set yourself up for success.
____18____ When you make proper study habits a part of your daily routine, it can increase your efficiency, confidence, and effectiveness. The reality is that your days are likely already packed with many things, so it’s important to create a consistent daily plan and carve out time to devote to studying.
You can’t expect to meet your goals if you experience tiredness. That’s why it’s so important that you take care of your physical and mental health. Some effective ways include eating a well-balanced and nutritious diet, and exercising regularly, which can relax your mind, reduce stress, and increase your ability to focus on your studies. ____19____
Using mind maps (思维导图) can be an effective way of organizing and summarizing key concepts. Start by writing the central concept in the middle of your page and then draw curved lines branching out with related ideas. ____20____ You can also use different colours, pictures, and line lengths/widths to make your maps more highlight the most important concepts.
Academic success can really increase your overall quality of life.
A. Building good study habits is also critical.
B. Getting outdoors can also improve mental health.
C. Set small goals to help you accomplish large goals.
D. How you choose to manage your calendar is up to you.
E. Then add branches to the related ideas with further points.
F. These habits can guide your learning and keep you on track in studies.
G. It can also be helpful to share experiences with your teachers and classmates.
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。
Observing nature can be an effective method for young students to discuss and understand their emotions in a calm learning environment. I’m obsessed with ____21____. I’m especially interested in growing food from seeds or propagation (繁殖), which saves ____22____ and is a fun challenge. Many years ago, I learned that we could ____23____ a pineapple plant from the top of a pineapple, so I had to ____24____ it. After several times of failure I was ____25____ successful in growing one and getting it to bloom. I was excited, so I ____26____ this huge, heavy plant to school. Then my fourth grade students could ____27____ in the excitement of watching the pineapple grow.
My ____28____ students welcomed the pineapple plant into our class and named her Patricia. They made name tags for her, and even wrote ____29____ about her. We also ____30____ children from other classrooms to come in and meet her. She became quite ____31____.
More interesting, though, is the fact that she had a way of ____32____ kids self regulate. She ____33____ people when they felt sad. Our school counselor often brought students in to visit Patricia, and they always left our classroom feeling happier and more ____34____.
After some reflection, we now realize that the ____35____ of the pineapple was not really just about the plant. Patricia helped create an environment filled with passion, positivity, and nature. It’s calming for our nervous system, which leads to self-regulation and enhances learning.
21. A. farming B. driving C. sightseeing D. gardening
22. A. money B. trouble C. energy D. practice
23. A. get B. buy C. grow D. reproduce
24. A. trying B. proving C. excising D. examining
25. A. suddenly B. finally C. immediately D. unexpectedly
26. A. showed B. brought C. dragged D. led
27. A. update B. receive C. share D. discover
28. A. curious B. anxious C. thrilled D. encouraged
29. A. letters B. lists C. jokes D. stories
30. A. expected B. invited C. ordered D. allowed
31. A. important B. expensive C. beautiful D. famous
32. A. banning B. allowing C. helping D. behaving
33. A. ran to B. woke up C. burned down D. cheered up
34. A. regulated B. broken C. disappointed D. humorous
35. A. peace B. power C. happiness D. value
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Kjell Lindgren wanted to be an astronaut for as long as he could remember. He spent much of his childhood abroad with his family on several U. S. Air Force ____36____ (base). “The idea of becoming an astronaut by serving as an Air Force test pilot seemed like the path ____37____ I needed to follow,” says Lindgren.
Lindgren’s hopes of becoming an astronaut, though, would come to ____38____ sudden stop when he was diagnosed with asthma (哮喘), a serious disease, after ____39____ (graduate) from the U. S. Air Force Academy. The Air Force decided to ____40____ (medical) fire him.
So Lindgren came to a medical school, eventually specializing in emergency medicine. As part of his training, he ____41____ (test) for asthma again. This time, the tests said that he didn’t have the condition. Lindgren was ____42____ (please) because his dreams of spaceflight returned.
Lindgren worked as a flight doctor at NASA treating crews that were preparing for spaceflight. Then, in 2009, he was selected as a NASA astronaut. Since then, Lindgren ____43____ (fly) into space twice. On his trip aboard the International Space Station in 2022, he served as the commander for SpaceX Crew 4 ____44____ 170 days. Lindgren is now a member of the Artemis Team, a group of scientists and astronauts working together _____45_____ (send) people back to the Moon in 2024.
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。你校英语俱乐部下周六要举办去市儿童福利院献爱心的社会实践活动，准备在校内征集志愿者。请你用英语写一篇招聘函。内容包括：
1．活动内容；
2．时间和地点
注意：1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
In order to show our love and concern to the children who are living in the welfare center,
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English Club
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。
When I was about four years old, I started washing my face on my own. However, I always ignored the area behind my ears on purpose though my mom would often remind me.
One summer, in July of that year, my mom drove me to my grandparents’ house for our annual summer holiday visit. When we arrived, I was told that Grandma had gone on a trip with her friends and wouldn’t be back for another two weeks. Feeling a bit down, I went to the yard to play while my mom and grandpa caught up on some things. Although I couldn’t hear their conversation clearly, I had a strong feeling they were talking about me based on their gestures and expressions. Later, my mom returned home, and she would come back to pick me up two months later.
After dinner that night, Grandpa asked me to take a bath before going to bed. Since I loved taking baths, I happily agreed. With the bathtub (浴缸) filled with water, Grandpa reminded me, “Just make sure you clean the area behind your ears really well. You wouldn’t want potatoes to start growing there, would you ”
“Potatoes ” I stopped in my tracks and turned back to look at him. “Yes, potatoes. If you don’t clean the dirt behind your ears, potatoes might actually sprout (发芽) and grow there,” he explained, causing my eyes to widen in surprise. “But I don’t have any potatoes behind my ears, Grandpa,” I said as I ran my fingers along the back of my ears. He took a quick glance and replied, “Oh, I see a couple of sprouts: starting right there!” He urged me to get into the bathtub immediately and scrub (擦洗) them away thoroughly.
I nodded, still in disbelief. This was the first time I had ever heard such a thing. Why hadn’t my parents warned me about this before I wondered, but couldn’t find an answer. Nonetheless, I felt shocked by Grandpa’s warning.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I hurried to jump into the bathtub, carefully scrubbing behind my ears.
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“What are you looking at behind your ears ” Grandma asked me curiously.
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