2023-2024学年第一学期期末学业水平调研测试
高二英语
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡指定区域。
2．作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑;如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上;如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案;不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将答题卡交回。
第I卷
第一部分 语言知识(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
1. By the end of the year of 2023, I _______ the top ten best-sellers of the English novels.
A. was reading B. read C. had read D. have read
2. Basketball is a popular sport ______ teamwork matters more than strength.
A. that B. which C. where D. when
3. Patti looked ______ when I told her she had been elected chairman of the Students’ Union.
A. surprised B. surprising C. surprise D. surprisingly
4. Lance was praised for his ______ for he didn’t pocket the money that he picked up on the road.
A. curiosity B. integrity C. generosity D. loyalty
5. Success ______ happens overnight, for it requires persistence and constant efforts.
A. occasionally B. randomly C. frequently D. rarely
6. All ______ for Chinese Young Volunteers Association are ready to work for the country.
A. candidates B. employers C. interviewers D. professors
7. I went to the concert of my favorite singer’s last week, which totally lived up to my _______.
A. reputation B. promise C. expectation D. principle
8. The hand bones and fingernails of the waxworks were ______ made and they were impressive.
A. delicately B. carelessly C. casually D. roughly
9. It is said that most of the Americans ______ social media to check daily headlines.
A. switch on B. max out C. rely on D. lay aside
10. Sandra was determined to become a doctor and her persistence ______ finally.
A. carried on B. cheered up C. burst onto D. paid off
第二部分 阅读理解(共20题;每小题2.5分;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和D中，选出最佳答案，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
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11. What will you learn with Demi Lang
A. Crafting embroidery. B. Drawing buildings.
C. Pressing flowers. D. Photographing pets.
12. Which course best suits nature lovers
A. Intermediate Embroidery. B. Architectural Illustration for Everyone.
C. Beyond Botanicals. D. Introduction to Pet Photography.
13. What do the courses have in common
A. They are for beginners. B. They involve using photos.
C. They are free of charge. D. They offer detailed guidance.
B
When people ask about my experience of learning Cantonese I recount a journey driven by unending curiosity and a strong desire to connect with a dynamic culture.
Growing up in a Russian family, my fascination with languages grew thanks to my father, a language expert. It’s during a cultural appreciation class in junior high that I was first introduced to the world of Hong Kong films, famous for their characteristic action-packed dramas and storytelling styles. However, what really amazed me was the uniqueness of the language, Cantonese, which sparked a urgent need within me to explore it and the rich culture behind. This marked the beginning of a thrilling linguistic journey.
Learning Cantonese posed challenges, such as unfamiliar characters, complex tones, and different grammar structures, yet I persevered. Immersed in textbooks and available online courses, I practiced the tones everyday until my pronunciation flowed naturally. Cantonese dramas and music also played a role in familiarizing me with its rhythm.
To truly grasp the essence of Cantonese, I knew that studying alone wasn’t enough — I needed firsthand experience. So, I took a gap year to pack my bags for Hong Kong, a city featuring the lively heartbeat of Cantonese culture. Buried in its busy streets and daily conversations, from casual chats to food ordering, I found myself enveloped in a linguistic wonderland. Within a few months, my Cantonese proficiency flourished, fueling a surge of confidence.
My explorations extended beyond the streets. I enrolled in formal language classes that offered professional guidance. Through hard work, I successfully completed all the courses in Cantonese Linguistics. From then on, I’ve been passionately committed to spreading the Cantonese culture, ensuring its richness reaches a wider audience.
Today, I continue my Cantonese voyage with unflagging enthusiasm. It has transformed into more than just a linguistic pursuit; it grants me a passport to sincere connections, profound insights, and heartfelt admiration for its one-of-a-kind culture.
14. What motivated the author to start his linguistic journey
A. His father’s intentional arrangement.
B. His teacher’s positive encouragement.
C. His strong interest in Chinese movies.
D. His great passion for cultural exploration.
15. Why did the author head to Hong Kong during the gap year
A. To participate in a language workshop.
B. To take a bite of the diverse local food.
C. To fully comprehend the spirit of Cantonese.
D. To stay well informed about studying abroad.
16. Which best describes the author’s learning process of Cantonese
A Demanding but strategic.
B Effortless and enjoyable.
C. Challenging but creative.
D. Adventurous and eventful.
17. What message does the text mainly convey
A. Education is the passport to the future.
B. Language is the road map of a culture.
C. Opportunity favors the prepared mind.
D. Success belongs to those with curiosity.
C
The Netherlands is the only country in the world with more bicycles than residents. By 2022, the Netherlands has had a total of about 23 million bicycles, with an ownership rate of 1.35 bikes per person. One study published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that in the Netherlands cycling prevents about 6,500 early deaths each year, and that Dutch people have 1.5 years longer life expectancy (预期寿命) due to cycling.
“The time spent cycling was about 74 minutes per week for Dutch adults aged 20 to 90 years old. The time was fairly stable over adulthood and reached its apex in the early days of retirement, in one’s 60s. The death rate reduction, which was a direct result of the average time spent cycling for a certain age group, was therefore also the highest among the seniors who just retired,” said Jeremy Smith, an expert from NIH.
What is it that makes cycling so beneficial Obviously, cycling is a form of exercise. It is a great form of cardio (有氧的) exercise, which gets your heart pumping and helps strengthen the heart muscles. Doing cardio exercise may also help lower your blood pressure.
Furthermore, solid evidence proves the link between cycling and better thinking skills. Even younger adults claim that a bike ride helps shift their thinking to a higher level — and research backs them up. In one small study, young men are required to cycle for 30 minutes every day for 3 weeks. They also completed a series of cognitive (认知的) tests before and afterward. After cycling, they scored higher on memory, reasoning and planning, and they were able to finish the tests more rapidly than before.
Besides all the benefits mentioned above, cycling, as many Dutch put it, is a way of life. In their simplest form, bikes are tools for travelling. But they’re so much more. They are cognitive improvement, environmental protection, satisfaction and an expression of freedom. They bring people of the same passion together and connect them to a greater journey of life.
18. Why does the author list figures in paragraph 1
A. To compare the number of residents and bikes.
B. To illustrate the link between health and cycling.
C. To indicate the urgency for green transportation.
D. To emphasize the accuracy of the study by NIH.
19. What does the underlined word “apex” in paragraph 2 refer to
A. Target. B. Peak. C. Destination. D. Potential.
20. What do we know about the study in paragraph 4
A. It justifies the mental benefits of cycling.
B. It teaches practical skills about cycling.
C. It improves the critical thinking of young men.
D. It compares cognitive levels among different people.
21. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. Netherlands: A Country With Better Health
B. Netherlands: The Bicycle Capital of the World
C Cycling: An Activity Bringing People Together
D. Cycling: An Activity Improving Your Health and More
D
Intelligence is traditionally viewed as the ability to think and learn. Yet in a complex world, there’s another set of cognitive (认知的) skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink. Therefore, my aim in this book is to explore how rethinking happens by seeking out the most convincing evidence and some of the world’s most skilled rethinkers.
The first section focuses on opening our own minds. You’ll find out why a forward-thinking businessman got trapped in the past, how a Nobel Prize-winning scientist welcomes the joy of being wrong, how the world’s best forecasters update their views, and how an Oscar-winning filmmaker has productive fights.
The second section examines how we can encourage other people to think again. You’ll learn how an international debate champion wins arguments and an African-American musician persuades people to abandon discrimination (歧视). You’ll discover how a special kind of listening helped an officer convince the opposing side to join in peace talks. And if you’re a Yankees fan, I’m going to see if I can convince you to root for the Red Sox.
The third section is about how we can create communities of lifelong learners. In social life, a lab that specializes in difficult conversations will cast light on how we can communicate better about debated issues like climate change. In schools, you’ll find out how educators teach kids to think again by treating classrooms like museums, and approaching projects like rewriting time-honored textbooks. I close by examining the importance of reconsidering our best-laid plans.
This book is an invitation to let go of knowledge and opinions that are no longer serving you well, and to establish your sense of self in flexibility rather than consistency. If you can master the art of rethinking, I believe you’ll be better positioned for success at work and happiness in life. Thinking again can help you generate new solutions to old problems and revisit old solutions to new problems. It’s a path to learning more from the people around you and living with fewer regrets.
22. How does the author explain his or her ideas in the book
A. By quoting famous sayings. B. By reviewing traditional theories.
C. By presenting research results. D. By providing various examples.
23. Which of the following is probably covered in the second section
A. Helping a student with a complex math problem.
B. Walking an athlete through a detailed training plan.
C. Talking a friend into trying a different dressing style.
D. Guiding an employee to build a successful career path.
24 What does the author suggest readers do in the third section
A. Find faults in textbooks. B. Reflect on existing ideas.
C. Engage in climate debates. D. Change classroom decorations.
25. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Rethinking: Find New Ways to Success
B. Intelligence: the Ability to Think and Learn
C. How Can We Adapt to a Complex World
D. Why Does Rethinking Improve Intelligence
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。
Gardening has been around for as long as humans have been growing food. Today it is known for its health benefits. Focusing attention on the tasks and details of gardening can reduce negative thoughts and feelings and make you feel better. ____26____ Besides, things like weeding and digging are a good exercise. If you don’t like going to the gym, gardening is an enjoyable way to help you keep fit.
You can include gardening in your life in many ways.
Decide what you want to grow. ____27____ Different plants need varying amounts of care. Make choices about what to grow based on how much time you have, where you live, and how much money you can invest in your plants.
____28____ A community garden is a shared space where people grow plants in one large area or in smaller individual plots. Search online for community gardens near you. This is also a great place to ask questions and learn from experienced gardeners.
Grow plants indoors. You don’t need to own land to start gardening. ____29____ All you need is a window or artificial sunlight source, potting soil, containers, and other supplies based on what plants you grow.
Not every plant will grow exactly how you want or expect. Almost every gardener will have problems growing and caring for their plants at some point. ____30____
A. Tending plants is an easy job.
B. Get involved at a community garden.
C. Do you have a favorite flower, fruit, or vegetable
D. Plenty of plants grow well indoors in pots or planters.
E. Just spending time around plants eases stress for many people.
F. Indoor gardens are an entertaining way to green up your home.
G. Learn from your problems, and don’t let them keep you from continuing to garden.
第三部分 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从31~45各题所给的A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
At the age of 12, I started playing golf when my parents enrolled me in a junior camp at the local public course. From that moment, much of my life has been ____31____ the game. The aspect of golf that attracted me was the sense of ____32____. There’s always a chance of making something ____33____ happen, maybe breaking a personal record or potentially making a hole-in-one.
When I decided to pursue journalism in college, I had to take a ____34____ from the game. I’d still go out ____35____ to play with friends, but for the first time since my teens, I was away from my community.
My ____36____ for playing golf reawakened when a friend invited me to the Langston course, which ____37____ me of the courses where I grew up: a ____38____ spot for people of all working-class backgrounds, and a far cry from the private golf ____39____, in which expensive memberships are a basic _____40_____. When I get paired up with strangers to play, it’s usually more of a _____41_____ crowd.
Some of the best walks I’ve taken have been out on the golf course. It’s where I _____42_____ with old friends and meet new ones, who _____43_____ me to practice and get better. We share experiences on the golf course that are _____44_____ and laugh about for days after our rounds.
The sense of community I’ve regained with golf goes beyond my imagination. My circle only seems to be _____45_____, and I’m eager to see what the future holds.
31. A. wasted on B. devoted to C. confused by D. settled for
32. A. opportunity B. direction C. security D. adventure
33. A. funny B. necessary C. odd D. magical
34. A. story B. clue C. break D. report
35. A. occasionally B. calmly C. secretly D. unwillingly
36. A. curiosity B. passion C. respect D. courage
37. A. warned B. informed C. convinced D. reminded
38. A. costly B. quiet C. modest D. personal
39. A. courses B. plays C. backgrounds D. spots
40. A. benefit B. requirement C. concept D. method
41. A. difficult B. decent C. diverse D. nervous
42. A. disagree B. argue C. fight D. reconnect
43. A. force B. push C. permit D. order
44. A. memorable B. regrettable C. upsetting D. pioneering
45. A. balancing B. declining C. expanding D. narrowing
第四部分 语法填空(共15小题;每小题1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。
Aimed at inspiring people’s acts of kindness to develop sympathy and goodwill worldwide, World Kindness Day ____46____ (fall) on November 13 every year. This day encourages people and societies across the world ____47____ (participate) in acts of big or small kindness to make a more understanding and ____48____ (peace) world. It is a chance to appreciate positive effects kindness has on people and society ____49____ a whole.
World Kindness Day, ____50____ is believed to have originated in 1998 with the establishment of the World Kindness Movement (WKM), is a relatively recent celebration. The WKM, a combination of nations and organizations, ____51____ (advocate) for goodwill and kindness globally, started the celebration. The primary goal is to inspire people to include good ____52____ (deed) into their daily lives.
The movement traces ____53____ (it) roots to a Tokyo conference in 1997, where representatives from various countries discussed ____54____ role of compassion and kindness in society. The first World Kindness Day _____55_____ (celebrate) on November 13, 1998, in Japan and Singapore. Since then, it has been an annual event in numerous countries.
第五部分 写作(共两节，满分35分)
第一节 应用文写作(满分15分)
56. 假定你是李华，你的外国好友Hans在你校的校园网上看到你们上音乐课的照片。他来信询问相关信息。请你给他回复邮件，内容包括：
1.音乐课简介(学习内容，上课时间和地点等)；
2.你的收获。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答；
3.不得出现学校或班级的真实名字。
Dear Hans,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写(满分20分)
57. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写一段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Juju was the star dancer at school. She had a smile that would light up the room and movements as if she was creating the music. But when she was away from her high school dance class, she was more quiet, a little bit cautious — something the group of girls in her class noticed.
In fact, Juju’s real name is Julie. Raised up as an orphan (孤儿), she experienced a lack of familial support, which contributed to her sense of loneliness. More often than not, she hid behind the nickname, creating a bright character that covered up the pain she was experiencing. Julie kept schoolmates at a distance but let Juju out when the music was on. Though as an excellent dancer, her biggest regret was that none of her family ever came to watch her performances. She would watch sadly as other students were greeted with flowers and hugs from parents after the performances.
Observing Julie’s closed nature outside of the dance room, Corrina, one of the other dance students, sensed her need for companionship. When she found her at lunchtime sitting alone, Corrina would invite Julie to join her table with other dance kids, including her as a member of their extended “family”. At first, they talked about dance and music. As the conversation turned to family, Juju would quickly shift the subject back to dance.
Despite this initial hesitance, trust between the girls gradually developed, and then a sister-like bond. They started spending more time together, not just in dance-related activities but also in their personal lives.
As their high school years ended, the closing night performance for graduation was around the corner. While everyone was filled with excitement, Corrina sensed Julie’s anxiety as curtain time approached. She knew Julie feared the post-show loneliness of having no family to celebrate with. So she took it upon herself to ensure that Julie didn’t feel alone on this important night.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为 100 左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Determined to plan a surprise for Julie as a “family”, Corrina gathered other girls.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2023-2024学年第一学期期末学业水平调研测试
高二英语
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡指定区域。
2．作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑;如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上;如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案;不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将答题卡交回。
第I卷
第一部分 语言知识(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
1. By the end of the year of 2023, I _______ the top ten best-sellers of the English novels.
A. was reading B. read C. had read D. have read
【答案】C
【解析】
【详解】考查动词时态。句意：到2023年底，我已经读了十大最畅销的英文小说。空格处作谓语，根据时间状语By the end of the year of 2023可知，应用过去完成时。故选C项。
2. Basketball is a popular sport ______ teamwork matters more than strength.
A. that B. which C. where D. when
【答案】C
【解析】
【详解】考查定语从句。句意：篮球是一项很受欢迎的运动，团队合作比力量更重要。定语从句修饰先行词sport，关系词在从句作地点状语，故用where。故选C。
3. Patti looked ______ when I told her she had been elected chairman of the Students’ Union.
A. surprised B. surprising C. surprise D. surprisingly
【答案】A
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当我告诉帕蒂她当选为学生会主席时，她看起来很惊讶。A. surprised adj. 惊讶的；B. surprising adj. 令人吃惊的；C. surprise n. 惊奇，诧异 v. 使惊奇/诧异/感到意外；D. surprisingly adv. 惊人地，出人意外地。修饰主语Patti，指人的心理感受，需要形容词surprised“感到吃惊的”作表语。故选A。
4. Lance was praised for his ______ for he didn’t pocket the money that he picked up on the road.
A. curiosity B. integrity C. generosity D. loyalty
【答案】B
【解析】
【详解】考查名词词义辨析。句意：兰斯因为他的正直而受到称赞，因为他没有把在路上捡到的钱装进口袋。A. curiousity好奇心；B. integrity正直；C. generosity慷慨；D. loyalty忠诚。根据句意可知，他没有把捡到的钱据为己有，因此他是一个正直的人，integrity为“正直”，符合语境。故选D项。
5. Success ______ happens overnight, for it requires persistence and constant efforts.
A. occasionally B. randomly C. frequently D. rarely
【答案】D
【解析】
【详解】考查副词词义辨析。句意：成功很少是一朝一夕的事，因为它需要坚持和不断的努力。A. occasionally偶尔；B. randomly随便地；C. frequently经常；D. rarely很少。根据“it requires persistence and constant efforts.”可知，成功很少是一朝一夕的事。故选D。
6. All ______ for Chinese Young Volunteers Association are ready to work for the country.
A. candidates B. employers C. interviewers D. professors
【答案】A
【解析】
【详解】考查名词词义辨析。句意：中国青年志愿者协会的所有候选人都准备为国家工作。A. candidate n. 候选人；B. employer n. 雇主；C. interviewer n. 采访者；D. professor n. 教授。分析句子结构和意思可知，这里需要名词candidate，意为“候选人”，作主语，前面有all修饰，所以用复数形式。故选A。
7. I went to the concert of my favorite singer’s last week, which totally lived up to my _______.
A. reputation B. promise C. expectation D. principle
【答案】C
【解析】
【详解】考查名词词义辨析。句意：上周我去看了我最喜欢的歌手的演唱会，完全没有辜负我的期望。A. reputation n. 名誉，名声；B. promise n. 诺言；C. expectation n. 期待，希望；D. principle n. 道德原则。分析句子结构和意思可知，这里需要名词expectation，意为“期望”，作宾语。live up to one's expection“不辜负某人的期望”是固定搭配。故选C。
8. The hand bones and fingernails of the waxworks were ______ made and they were impressive.
A. delicately B. carelessly C. casually D. roughly
【答案】A
【解析】
【详解】考查副词词义辨析。句意：蜡像的手骨和手指甲制作精美，令人印象深刻。A.delicately精致地；B.carelessly粗心地；C.casually漫不经心地；D.roughly粗略地。根据下文they were impressive可推断，制作精致美丽，故选A。
9. It is said that most of the Americans ______ social media to check daily headlines.
A. switch on B. max out C. rely on D. lay aside
【答案】C
【解析】
【详解】考查动词短语辨析。句意：据说，大多数美国人依靠社交媒体来查看每日头条新闻。A. switch on打开；B. max out达到上限或峰值：C. rely on依靠；D. lay aside放弃。根据后文“social media to check daily headlines”指依靠社交媒体来查看每日头条新闻。故选C。
10. Sandra was determined to become a doctor and her persistence ______ finally.
A. carried on B. cheered up C. burst onto D. paid off
【答案】D
【解析】
【详解】考查动词短语辨析。句意：桑德拉下定决心要成为一名医生，她的坚持终于得到了回报。A. carry on 继续做，坚持干；B. cheer up （使）高兴起来，（使）振作起来；C. burst onto 突然出现在...（指突然成功）；D. pay off 取得成功。分析句子结构和意思可知，这里需要动词短语pay off，意为“取得成功，有回报”，作谓语。这句话描述的是过去的事情，谓语用一般过去时。故选D。
第二部分 阅读理解(共20题;每小题2.5分;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和D中，选出最佳答案，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
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11. What will you learn with Demi Lang
A. Crafting embroidery. B. Drawing buildings.
C. Pressing flowers. D. Photographing pets.
12. Which course best suits nature lovers
A. Intermediate Embroidery. B. Architectural Illustration for Everyone.
C. Beyond Botanicals. D. Introduction to Pet Photography.
13. What do the courses have in common
A. They are for beginners. B. They involve using photos.
C. They are free of charge. D. They offer detailed guidance.
【答案】11. B 12. C 13. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文，文章主要介绍了在线学习平台My Modern Met Academy的情况。
【11题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章“Architectural Illustration for Everyone”部分的“Artist Demi Lang will take you through the process of drawing structures step-by-step. You’ll learn how to choose your tools and paper, and analyze the project’s photo. The final assignment is a row of three buildings, which Lang will go through first in line drawing lessons, then inking over the sketch (素描), and adding color to bring it to life.(艺术家Demi Lang将带您逐步完成绘制结构的过程。您将学习如何选择工具和纸张，并分析项目的照片。最后的任务是一排三栋建筑，Lang将首先在线条绘制课程中进行，然后在草图上涂墨水，并添加颜色以使其栩栩如生。)”可知从Demi Lang身上可以学到绘制建筑。故选B项。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章“Beyond Botanicals”部分的“In Anna Zakirova’s class, she shares the secrets to creating flawless pressed flowers and leaves and using them as the basis for original artwork. Intended for beginners, her class starts with a detailed introduction to the proper tools and continues with an example of how to turn several types of flowers into an artwork.(在Anna Zakirova的课堂上，她分享了制作完美压制的花朵和树叶的秘密，并将其作为原创艺术品的基础。她的课程面向初学者，从详细介绍适当的工具开始，并以如何将几种类型的花朵变成艺术品为例继续进行。)”可知，Beyond Botanicals面向初学者，Anna Zakirova在课堂上分享制作完美压制的花朵和树叶的秘密，展示如何将几种类型的花朵变成艺术品；由此可推知，Beyond Botanicals最适合热爱大自然的人。故选C项。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章“Intermediate Embroidery (刺绣)”部分的“With the help of artist Floor Giebels, you’ll get gradual instructions on how to craft embroidery on printed cloth. Giebels will show you how to combine embroidery with cloth decorated with a photograph. (在艺术家Floor Giebels的帮助下，您将逐步了解如何在印花布上制作刺绣。Giebels将向您展示如何将刺绣与装饰有照片的布料结合起来。)”、“Architectural Illustration for Everyone”部分的“Artist Demi Lang will take you through the process of drawing structures step-by-step.(艺术家Demi Lang将带您逐步完成绘制结构的过程。)”、“Beyond Botanicals”部分的“In Anna Zakirova’s class, she shares the secrets to creating flawless pressed flowers and leaves and using them as the basis for original artwork. Intended for beginners, her class starts with a detailed introduction to the proper tools and continues with an example of how to turn several types of flowers into an artwork.(在Anna Zakirova的课堂上，她分享了创造完美无瑕的花朵和叶子的秘密，并将它们用作原创艺术品的基础。针对初学者，她的课程开始于详细介绍适当的工具，并继续如何把几种类型的花变成艺术品的例子。)”以及“Introduction to Pet Photography”部分的“Taught by pet photographer Belinda Richards, this class offers in-depth guidance of shooting a gorgeous picture of your dog in a studio setting.(由宠物摄影师贝琳达·理查兹教授，本课程提供了在工作室环境中拍摄狗的华丽照片的深入指导。)”可知这些课程的相同之处在于他们都提供详细的指导。故选D项。
B
When people ask about my experience of learning Cantonese I recount a journey driven by unending curiosity and a strong desire to connect with a dynamic culture.
Growing up in a Russian family, my fascination with languages grew thanks to my father, a language expert. It’s during a cultural appreciation class in junior high that I was first introduced to the world of Hong Kong films, famous for their characteristic action-packed dramas and storytelling styles. However, what really amazed me was the uniqueness of the language, Cantonese, which sparked a urgent need within me to explore it and the rich culture behind. This marked the beginning of a thrilling linguistic journey.
Learning Cantonese posed challenges, such as unfamiliar characters, complex tones, and different grammar structures, yet I persevered. Immersed in textbooks and available online courses, I practiced the tones everyday until my pronunciation flowed naturally. Cantonese dramas and music also played a role in familiarizing me with its rhythm.
To truly grasp the essence of Cantonese, I knew that studying alone wasn’t enough — I needed firsthand experience. So, I took a gap year to pack my bags for Hong Kong, a city featuring the lively heartbeat of Cantonese culture. Buried in its busy streets and daily conversations, from casual chats to food ordering, I found myself enveloped in a linguistic wonderland. Within a few months, my Cantonese proficiency flourished, fueling a surge of confidence.
My explorations extended beyond the streets. I enrolled in formal language classes that offered professional guidance. Through hard work, I successfully completed all the courses in Cantonese Linguistics. From then on, I’ve been passionately committed to spreading the Cantonese culture, ensuring its richness reaches a wider audience.
Today, I continue my Cantonese voyage with unflagging enthusiasm. It has transformed into more than just a linguistic pursuit; it grants me a passport to sincere connections, profound insights, and heartfelt admiration for its one-of-a-kind culture.
14. What motivated the author to start his linguistic journey
A. His father’s intentional arrangement.
B. His teacher’s positive encouragement.
C. His strong interest in Chinese movies.
D. His great passion for cultural exploration.
15. Why did the author head to Hong Kong during the gap year
A. To participate in a language workshop.
B. To take a bite of the diverse local food.
C. To fully comprehend the spirit of Cantonese.
D. To stay well informed about studying abroad.
16. Which best describes the author’s learning process of Cantonese
A. Demanding but strategic.
B. Effortless and enjoyable.
C. Challenging but creative.
D. Adventurous and eventful.
17. What message does the text mainly convey
A. Education is the passport to the future.
B. Language is the road map of a culture.
C. Opportunity favors the prepared mind.
D. Success belongs to those with curiosity.
【答案】14. D 15. C 16. A 17. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者学习粤语的经历，这是一段充满好奇心和强烈渴望融入充满活力的文化的旅程，粤语的独特性激发了作者探索这门语言及其背后丰富文化的渴望，他采用了各种方法来学习粤语，还前往香港让自己沉浸在粤语的语言环境中，如今他依旧饱有热情地探索着粤语及其文化。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“However, what really amazed me was the uniqueness of the language, Cantonese, which sparked a urgent need within me to explore it and the rich culture behind. This marked the beginning of a thrilling linguistic journey. (然而，真正让我惊讶的是粤语的独特性，这激发了我对探索它及其背后丰富文化的迫切需求。这标志着一段激动人心的语言之旅的开始)”可知，促使作者开始他的语言之旅的是他对粤语文化探索的极大热情。故选D项。
15题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“To truly grasp the essence of Cantonese, I knew that studying alone wasn’t enough — I needed firsthand experience. So, I took a gap year to pack my bags for Hong Kong, a city featuring the lively heartbeat of Cantonese culture. (要真正掌握粤语的精髓，我知道光靠学习是不够的，我需要亲身体验。因此，我花了一年的时间收拾行李，前往香港，一个以粤语文化的活力中心为特色的城市)”可知，作者在间隔年期间前往香港是为了充分体会粤语的精髓。故选C项。
【16题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中“Learning Cantonese posed challenges, such as unfamiliar characters, complex tones, and different grammar structures, yet I persevered. (学习粤语有很多挑战，比如不熟悉的汉字、复杂的声调和不同的语法结构，但我坚持了下来)”可知，作者学习粤语的过程中面临很多挑战，因此这个过程是费力的。再结合第三段中“Immersed in textbooks and available online courses, I practiced the tones everyday until my pronunciation flowed naturally. Cantonese dramas and music also played a role in familiarizing me with its rhythm. (沉浸在课本和在线课程中，我每天练习音调，直到我的发音自然流畅。粤语剧和音乐也让我熟悉了粤语的节奏)”、第四段中“Buried in its busy streets and daily conversations, from casual chats to food ordering, I found myself enveloped in a linguistic wonderland. (沉浸在繁忙的街道和日常对话中，从闲聊到点餐，我发现自己被笼罩在一个语言仙境中)”和第五段中“My explorations extended beyond the streets. I enrolled in formal language classes that offered professional guidance. (我的探索超越了街道。我参加了提供专业指导的正式语言课程)”可知，作者通过各种手段和媒介来学习粤语，包括课本、在线课程、影视剧、音乐、真实的语言环境、正式的语言课程，因此这个过程也是有策略的。故选A项。
【17题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段中“It has transformed into more than just a linguistic pursuit; it grants me a passport to sincere connections, profound insights, and heartfelt admiration for its one-of-a-kind culture. (它已经不仅仅是一种语言追求；它给了我真诚联系、深刻的见解和对其独特文化的由衷钦佩的通行证)”可知，文章主要围绕作者学习粤语的经历展开，粤语的独特性激发了作者探索这门语言及其背后丰富文化的渴望，他采用了各种方法来学习粤语，还前往香港让自己沉浸在粤语的语言环境中，如今他依旧饱有热情地探索着粤语及其文化，这段旅程充满好奇心和融入充满活力的文化的强烈渴望。由此可知，语言和文化贯穿了作者的这份经历，文章主要想表达语言是一种文化的路线图，帮助作者了解其背后的文化。故选B项。
C
The Netherlands is the only country in the world with more bicycles than residents. By 2022, the Netherlands has had a total of about 23 million bicycles, with an ownership rate of 1.35 bikes per person. One study published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that in the Netherlands cycling prevents about 6,500 early deaths each year, and that Dutch people have 1.5 years longer life expectancy (预期寿命) due to cycling.
“The time spent cycling was about 74 minutes per week for Dutch adults aged 20 to 90 years old. The time was fairly stable over adulthood and reached its apex in the early days of retirement, in one’s 60s. The death rate reduction, which was a direct result of the average time spent cycling for a certain age group, was therefore also the highest among the seniors who just retired,” said Jeremy Smith, an expert from NIH.
What is it that makes cycling so beneficial Obviously, cycling is a form of exercise. It is a great form of cardio (有氧的) exercise, which gets your heart pumping and helps strengthen the heart muscles. Doing cardio exercise may also help lower your blood pressure.
Furthermore, solid evidence proves the link between cycling and better thinking skills. Even younger adults claim that a bike ride helps shift their thinking to a higher level — and research backs them up. In one small study, young men are required to cycle for 30 minutes every day for 3 weeks. They also completed a series of cognitive (认知的) tests before and afterward. After cycling, they scored higher on memory, reasoning and planning, and they were able to finish the tests more rapidly than before.
Besides all the benefits mentioned above, cycling, as many Dutch put it, is a way of life. In their simplest form, bikes are tools for travelling. But they’re so much more. They are cognitive improvement, environmental protection, satisfaction and an expression of freedom. They bring people of the same passion together and connect them to a greater journey of life.
18. Why does the author list figures in paragraph 1
A. To compare the number of residents and bikes.
B To illustrate the link between health and cycling.
C. To indicate the urgency for green transportation.
D. To emphasize the accuracy of the study by NIH.
19. What does the underlined word “apex” in paragraph 2 refer to
A. Target. B. Peak. C. Destination. D. Potential.
20. What do we know about the study in paragraph 4
A. It justifies the mental benefits of cycling.
B. It teaches practical skills about cycling.
C. It improves the critical thinking of young men.
D. It compares cognitive levels among different people.
21. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. Netherlands: A Country With Better Health
B. Netherlands: The Bicycle Capital of the World
C. Cycling: An Activity Bringing People Together
D. Cycling: An Activity Improving Your Health and More
【答案】18. B 19. B 20. A 21. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了荷兰是世界上自行车数量超过居民数量的国家，骑行给荷兰人带来了身心的双重益处，对于他们来说，这也是一种生活方式，代表着认知提升、环境保护、满足感和自由的表达。
【18题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“By 2022, the Netherlands has had a total of about 23 million bicycles, with an ownership rate of 1.35 bikes per person. One study published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that in the Netherlands cycling prevents about 6,500 early deaths each year, and that Dutch people have 1.5 years longer life expectancy (预期寿命) due to cycling. (到2022年，荷兰共有约2300万辆自行车，人均自行车拥有率为1.35辆。国立卫生研究院发表的一项研究报告称，在荷兰，骑车每年可防止约6500人过早死亡，荷兰人的预期寿命也因骑车而延长了1.5年)”可知，这些数字体现了骑行在预防早逝和延长预期寿命方面的积极影响，表明骑行对于健康有重要意义。由此推知，作者列举数字是为了说明健康和骑行之间的联系。故选B项。
【19题详解】
词义猜测题。根据画线词的上文“The time was fairly stable over adulthood (成年期的时间相当稳定)”和下文“in the early days of retirement, in one’s 60s. The death rate reduction, which was a direct result of the average time spent cycling for a certain age group, was therefore also the highest among the seniors who just retired (……在退休初期，60多岁的时候。因此，死亡率的降低在刚刚退休的老年人中也是最高的，这是特定年龄组平均骑自行车时间的直接结果)”可知，此处描述荷兰不同年龄的人骑行的时间，退休初期骑行时间的情况让死亡率降幅最大。由此推知，这一年龄段的人骑行时间最长，即达到峰值，apex意思应该是“顶点，最高点”，与peak意思接近。故选B项。
【20题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段中“In one small study, young men are required to cycle for 30 minutes every day for 3 weeks. They also completed a series of cognitive (认知的) tests before and afterward. After cycling, they scored higher on memory, reasoning and planning, and they were able to finish the tests more rapidly than before. (在一项小型研究中，年轻男性被要求连续三周每天骑30分钟自行车。他们还在测试前后完成了一系列认知测试。骑自行车后，他们在记忆力、推理和计划方面得分更高，而且他们能够比以前更快地完成测试)”可知，测试结果显示骑行改善了认知能力，提升了记忆力、推理能力和计划能力。由此可知，该研究证明了骑行对思维能力的益处。故选A项。
【21题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段中“Obviously, cycling is a form of exercise. (显然，骑行是一种锻炼方式)”、第四段中“Furthermore, solid evidence proves the link between cycling and better thinking skills. (此外，确凿的证据证明了骑行和更好的思维能力之间的联系)”和最后一段中“They are cognitive improvement, environmental protection, satisfaction and an expression of freedom. They bring people of the same passion together and connect them to a greater journey of life. (它们是认知提升、环境保护、满足感和自由的表达。它们把有同样激情的人聚集在一起，把他们连接到更伟大的人生旅程中)”可知，文章主要围绕荷兰人钟爱的骑行展开，说明骑行给他们带来了身心的双重益处，同时对于他们来说，这也是一种生活方式，代表着认知提升、环境保护、满足感和自由的表达。因此，D项“骑行：一项改善你的健康及其他方面的活动”契合文章大意，最适合作为标题。故选D项。
D
Intelligence is traditionally viewed as the ability to think and learn. Yet in a complex world, there’s another set of cognitive (认知的) skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink. Therefore, my aim in this book is to explore how rethinking happens by seeking out the most convincing evidence and some of the world’s most skilled rethinkers.
The first section focuses on opening our own minds. You’ll find out why a forward-thinking businessman got trapped in the past, how a Nobel Prize-winning scientist welcomes the joy of being wrong, how the world’s best forecasters update their views, and how an Oscar-winning filmmaker has productive fights.
The second section examines how we can encourage other people to think again. You’ll learn how an international debate champion wins arguments and an African-American musician persuades people to abandon discrimination (歧视). You’ll discover how a special kind of listening helped an officer convince the opposing side to join in peace talks. And if you’re a Yankees fan, I’m going to see if I can convince you to root for the Red Sox.
The third section is about how we can create communities of lifelong learners. In social life, a lab that specializes in difficult conversations will cast light on how we can communicate better about debated issues like climate change. In schools, you’ll find out how educators teach kids to think again by treating classrooms like museums, and approaching projects like rewriting time-honored textbooks. I close by examining the importance of reconsidering our best-laid plans.
This book is an invitation to let go of knowledge and opinions that are no longer serving you well, and to establish your sense of self in flexibility rather than consistency. If you can master the art of rethinking, I believe you’ll be better positioned for success at work and happiness in life. Thinking again can help you generate new solutions to old problems and revisit old solutions to new problems. It’s a path to learning more from the people around you and living with fewer regrets.
22. How does the author explain his or her ideas in the book
A. By quoting famous sayings. B. By reviewing traditional theories.
C. By presenting research results. D. By providing various examples.
23. Which of the following is probably covered in the second section
A. Helping a student with a complex math problem.
B. Walking an athlete through a detailed training plan.
C. Talking a friend into trying a different dressing style.
D. Guiding an employee to build a successful career path.
24. What does the author suggest readers do in the third section
A. Find faults in textbooks. B. Reflect on existing ideas.
C. Engage in climate debates. D. Change classroom decorations.
25. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Rethinking: Find New Ways to Success
B. Intelligence: the Ability to Think and Learn
C. How Can We Adapt to a Complex World
D. Why Does Rethinking Improve Intelligence
【答案】22. D 23. C 24. B 25. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇议论文。作者认为在传统观念中，智力被视为思考和学习的能力，但在现实世界中，重新思考的认知技能可能更加重要。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。结合第二段“You’ll find out why a forward-thinking businessman got trapped in the past, how a Nobel Prize-winning scientist welcomes the joy of being wrong, how the world’s best forecasters update their views, and how an Oscar-winning filmmaker has productive fights.(你会发现为什么一个有远见的商人会被困在过去，一个诺贝尔奖得主科学家如何欢迎犯错的喜悦，世界上最好的预测家如何更新他们的观点，以及一个奥斯卡获奖电影制作人如何进行富有成效的斗争。)”，第三段中“You’ll learn how an international debate champion wins arguments and an African-American musician persuades people to abandon discrimination (歧视). You’ll discover how a special kind of listening helped an officer convince the opposing side to join in peace talks.(你会学到一个国际辩论冠军如何赢得争论，一个非裔美国音乐家如何说服人们放弃歧视。你会发现一种特殊的倾听方式是如何帮助一名军官说服对方加入和平谈判的)”和第四段中“In schools, you’ll find out how educators teach kids to think again by treating classrooms like museums, and approaching projects like rewriting time-honored textbooks(在学校里，你会发现教育工作者是如何通过把教室当作博物馆来教孩子重新思考的，以及通过改写历史悠久的教科书来实现这些项目的)”可知，作者举了几个例子，如一位诺贝尔奖获得者如何乐于接受犯错的喜悦、一位奥斯卡获奖电影制片人如何进行富有成效的斗争、一位国际辩论冠军如何赢得辩论以及一位非裔美国音乐家如何说服人们摒弃歧视等，来寻找最有说服力的证据。这表明作者在书中使用了各种不同的例子来支持和解释自己的观点。故选D。
【23题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中的“The second section examines how we can encourage other people to think again.(第二部分探讨了我们如何鼓励其他人重新思考。)”以及段内的具体例子可知，第二部分将探讨如何鼓励他人重新思考。作者在该部分中举了国际辩论冠军如何赢得辩论、非裔美国音乐家如何说服人们摒弃歧视以及一位军官如何劝服对方参与和平谈判的例子。因此，“劝说朋友尝试不同的着装风格”可能会在第二部分中涉及。故选C。
【24题详解】
考查推理判断题。根据第四段中“In social life, a lab that specializes in difficult conversations ...approaching projects like rewriting time-honored textbooks.(在社交生活中，专门研究困难对话的实验室将揭示我们如何更好地就气候变化等有争议的问题进行沟通。)”可知，在社交生活中，一个专门研究困难对话的实验室将有助于我们更好地就气候变化等有争议的问题进行沟通。在学校里，你会发现教育工作者是如何通过把教室当作博物馆，以及像重写历史悠久的教科书这样的项目来教导孩子们重新思考的。由此可知，在第三部分中，作者建议读者要反思现有的想法。故选B。
【25题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文内容可知，本文探讨了重新思考的重要性以及如何应用重新思考的技巧。作者通过引用实例和研究结果，呼吁读者放下不再有益的知识和观点。结合最后一段中的“If you can master the art of rethinking, I believe you’ll be better positioned for success at work and happiness in life.(如果你能掌握重新思考的艺术，我相信您将能够更好地获得工作成功和生活幸福。)”可知，重新思考的艺术对人的工作和生活都有重要意义。因此，A项“重新思考：寻找通往成功的新路径”适合作为文章标题。故选A。
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。
Gardening has been around for as long as humans have been growing food. Today it is known for its health benefits. Focusing attention on the tasks and details of gardening can reduce negative thoughts and feelings and make you feel better. ____26____ Besides, things like weeding and digging are a good exercise. If you don’t like going to the gym, gardening is an enjoyable way to help you keep fit.
You can include gardening in your life in many ways.
Decide what you want to grow. ____27____ Different plants need varying amounts of care. Make choices about what to grow based on how much time you have, where you live, and how much money you can invest in your plants.
____28____ A community garden is a shared space where people grow plants in one large area or in smaller individual plots. Search online for community gardens near you. This is also a great place to ask questions and learn from experienced gardeners.
Grow plants indoors. You don’t need to own land to start gardening. ____29____ All you need is a window or artificial sunlight source, potting soil, containers, and other supplies based on what plants you grow.
Not every plant will grow exactly how you want or expect. Almost every gardener will have problems growing and caring for their plants at some point. ____30____
A. Tending plants is an easy job.
B. Get involved at a community garden.
C. Do you have a favorite flower, fruit, or vegetable
D. Plenty of plants grow well indoors in pots or planters.
E. Just spending time around plants eases stress for many people.
F. Indoor gardens are an entertaining way to green up your home.
G. Learn from your problems, and don’t let them keep you from continuing to garden.
【答案】26. E 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. G
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。本文主要介绍了几个将园艺纳入我们生活的方法。
【26题详解】
根据上文“Focusing attention on the tasks and details of gardening can reduce negative thoughts and feelings and make you feel better. (把注意力集中在园艺的任务和细节上可以减少负面的想法和感受，让你感觉更好。)”可知，这里强调把注意力集中在园艺上可以让人感觉更好。选项E“花时间在植物周围可以缓解许多人的压力。”与上文承接自然。故选E。
【27题详解】
根据上文“Decide what you want to grow. (决定你想要种什么。) ”可知，本段主要介绍要决定种植哪种植物。选项C“你有最喜欢的花、水果或蔬菜吗？”与上文承接自然，指出可以种植自己最喜欢的植物。故选C。
【28题详解】
根据下文“A community garden is a shared space where people grow plants in one large area or in smaller individual plots.(社区花园是人们在一大片土地上共同种植植物的地方。)”可知，接下来是对Acommunity garden下定义，所以空处要先提出“社区花园”这一概念。选项B“参与一个社区花园。”和下文意思一致。故选B。
【29题详解】
根据上文“Grow plants indoors. (在室内种植植物。)”可知，本段主要介绍在室内种植植物。选项D“许多植物在室内的小盆中生长良好。”符合题意。故选D。
【30题详解】
根据上文“Almost every gardener will have problems growing and caring for their plants at some point(几乎每个人在种植植物时都会遇到问题或失败。不要灰心。)”可知，接下来应介绍在遇到失败时的做法。选项G“从错误中吸取教训，不要让它们阻碍你继续努力。”与上文承接自然。故选G。
第三部分 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从31~45各题所给的A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
At the age of 12, I started playing golf when my parents enrolled me in a junior camp at the local public course. From that moment, much of my life has been ____31____ the game. The aspect of golf that attracted me was the sense of ____32____. There’s always a chance of making something ____33____ happen, maybe breaking a personal record or potentially making a hole-in-one.
When I decided to pursue journalism in college, I had to take a ____34____ from the game. I’d still go out ____35____ to play with friends, but for the first time since my teens, I was away from my community.
My ____36____ for playing golf reawakened when a friend invited me to the Langston course, which ____37____ me of the courses where I grew up: a ____38____ spot for people of all working-class backgrounds, and a far cry from the private golf ____39____, in which expensive memberships are a basic _____40_____. When I get paired up with strangers to play, it’s usually more of a _____41_____ crowd.
Some of the best walks I’ve taken have been out on the golf course. It’s where I _____42_____ with old friends and meet new ones, who _____43_____ me to practice and get better. We share experiences on the golf course that are _____44_____ and laugh about for days after our rounds.
The sense of community I’ve regained with golf goes beyond my imagination. My circle only seems to be _____45_____, and I’m eager to see what the future holds.
31. A. wasted on B. devoted to C. confused by D. settled for
32. A. opportunity B. direction C. security D. adventure
33. A. funny B. necessary C. odd D. magical
34. A. story B. clue C. break D. report
35. A. occasionally B. calmly C. secretly D. unwillingly
36. A. curiosity B. passion C. respect D. courage
37. A. warned B. informed C. convinced D. reminded
38. A. costly B. quiet C. modest D. personal
39. A. courses B. plays C. backgrounds D. spots
40. A. benefit B. requirement C. concept D. method
41. A. difficult B. decent C. diverse D. nervous
42. A. disagree B. argue C. fight D. reconnect
43. A. force B. push C. permit D. order
44. A. memorable B. regrettable C. upsetting D. pioneering
45. A. balancing B. declining C. expanding D. narrowing
【答案】31. B 32. A 33. D 34. C 35. A 36. B 37. D 38. C 39. A 40. B 41. C 42. D 43. B 44. A 45. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是夹叙夹议文。文章主要讲述作者对打高尔夫的热情和喜爱。
【31题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：从那一刻起，我的大部分时间都投入到了这项运动中。A. wasted on浪费在…上；B. devoted to奉献于…；C. confused by被…困惑；D. settled for满足于…。根据下文“The aspect of golf that attracted me”可知，作者喜欢上了打高尔夫，所以应该是把时间都奉献在打高尔夫上面。故选B。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：高尔夫吸引我的是机会感。A. opportunity机会；B. direction方向；C. security安全；D. adventure冒险。根据下文“There’s always a chance of making something ____3____ happen”可知，打高尔夫对作者来说是一次机会。故选A。
【33题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：总有机会让一些神奇的事情发生，也许打破个人记录，或者可能在一个人身上打洞。A. funny有趣的；B. necessary必要的；C. odd奇怪的；D. magical神奇的。根据下文“maybe breaking a personal record”可知，打破个人记录是个神奇的事情。故选D。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我决定在大学里从事新闻工作时，我不得不从比赛中休息一下。A. story故事；B. clue线索；C. break休息；D. report报道。根据上文“When I decided to pursue journalism in college”可知，作者从事新闻工作对于比赛就相当于是在休息。故选C。
【35题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：我偶尔还是会出去和朋友玩，但这是我十几岁以来第一次离开我的社区。A. occasionally偶尔；B. calmly冷静地；C. secretly秘密地；D. unwillingly不情愿地。根据上文“When I decided to pursue journalism in college, I had to take a ____4____ from the game.”可知，作者上大学期间不再专业打比赛，所以和朋友出去打高尔夫应该只是偶尔做的事情。故选A。
【36题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当一位朋友邀请我去兰斯顿球场时，我对打高尔夫的热情重新燃起，这让我想起了我成长的球场：这是一个适合所有工人阶级背景的人的地方，与私人高尔夫球场相去甚远，在那里，昂贵的会员资格是基本要求。A. curiosity好奇心；B. passion热情；C. respect尊敬；D. courage勇气。根据下文“playing golf reawakened when a friend invited me to the Langston course”可知，当一位朋友邀请作者去兰斯顿球场时，应该是他对打高尔夫的热情重新燃起。故选B。
【37题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：见第6题详解。A. warned警告；B. informed通知；C. convinced使相信；D. reminded提醒。根据下文“me of the courses where I grew up”可知，下面描述的是朋友邀请他打球让他想起的事情。故选D。
【38题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：见第6题详解。A. costly花钱多的；B. quiet安静的；C. modest适度的，适中的；D. personal个人的。根据下文“for people of all working-class backgrounds”可知，这里指这个球场是适合所有工人阶级背景的人的地方。故选C。
【39题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：见第6题详解。A. courses球场；B. plays玩耍；C. backgrounds背景；D. spots地点。根据上文“which ____7____ me of the courses where I grew up”可知，这里应该是把普通球场和私人球场相对比。故选A。
【40题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：见第6题详解。A. benefit好处；B. requirement要求；C. concept概念；D. method方法。根据上文“the private golf ____9____, in which expensive memberships”可知，在私人球场上，昂贵的会员资格应该是基本要求。故选B。
【41题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当我和陌生人配对玩耍时，通常会有更多样的人群。A. difficult困难的；B. decent得体的；C. diverse多样的；D. nervous紧张的。根据上文“When I get paired up with strangers to play”可知，当和陌生人配对玩打高尔夫时，应该是有各种各样的人群。故选C。
【42题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在这里，我与老朋友重新联系，结识新朋友，他们推动我练习，让我变得更好。A. disagree不同意；B. argue争论；C. fight打架；D. reconnect再连接。根据下文“with old friends and meet new ones”可知，这里应该是指作者在球场上与老朋友重新联系并结识新朋友。故选D。
【43题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：见第12题详解。A. force强迫；B. push推；C. permit允诺；D. order命令。根据下文“me to practice and get better”可知，这里应该是指和新老朋友打球推动了作者的练习并让他变得更好。故选B。
【44题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们在高尔夫球场上分享难忘的经历，并在比赛结束后的几天里开怀大笑。A. memorable令人难忘的；B. regrettable令人遗憾的；C. upsetting令人烦的；D. pioneering开拓性的。根据上文“We share experiences on the golf course”可知，作者他们在高尔夫球场上分享的应该是难忘的经历。故选A。
【45题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我的圈子似乎只是在扩大，我渴望看到未来会怎样。A. balancing平衡；B. declining下降；C. expanding扩张；D. narrowing缩小。根据上文“The sense of community I’ve regained with golf goes beyond my imagination.”可知，作者的圈子应该是会随着他见到更多的人而变大。故选C。
第四部分 语法填空(共15小题;每小题1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。
Aimed at inspiring people’s acts of kindness to develop sympathy and goodwill worldwide, World Kindness Day ____46____ (fall) on November 13 every year. This day encourages people and societies across the world ____47____ (participate) in acts of big or small kindness to make a more understanding and ____48____ (peace) world. It is a chance to appreciate positive effects kindness has on people and society ____49____ a whole.
World Kindness Day, ____50____ is believed to have originated in 1998 with the establishment of the World Kindness Movement (WKM), is a relatively recent celebration. The WKM, a combination of nations and organizations, ____51____ (advocate) for goodwill and kindness globally, started the celebration. The primary goal is to inspire people to include good ____52____ (deed) into their daily lives.
The movement traces ____53____ (it) roots to a Tokyo conference in 1997, where representatives from various countries discussed ____54____ role of compassion and kindness in society. The first World Kindness Day _____55_____ (celebrate) on November 13, 1998, in Japan and Singapore. Since then, it has been an annual event in numerous countries.
【答案】46. falls
47. to participate
48. peaceful
49. as 50. which
51. advocating
52. deeds 53. its
54. the 55. was celebrated
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了世界慈善日的起源以及目的。
【46题详解】
考查时态。句意：每年的11月13日是世界慈善日，旨在激发人们的善良行为，在全世界培养同情和善意。根据后文every year可知为一般现在时，主语为World Kindness Day ，谓语用三单形式。故填falls。
【47题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：这一天鼓励世界各地的人们和社会参与或大或小的善举，使世界更加理解与和平。短语encourage sb. to do sth.表示“鼓励某人做某事”。故填to participate。
【48题详解】
考查形容词。句意：这一天鼓励世界各地的人们和社会参与或大或小的善举，使世界更加理解与和平。修饰名词world应用形容词peaceful，故填peaceful。
【49题详解】
考查介词。句意：这是一个欣赏善良对人们和整个社会的积极影响的机会。短语as a whole表示“作为一个整体”。故填as。
【50题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：世界慈善日被认为起源于1998年世界慈善运动（WKM）的成立，是一个相对较新的庆祝活动。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词World Kindness Day，关系词在从句作主语，指物，故填which。
【51题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：由多个国家和组织组成的 WKM 发起了庆祝活动，在全球范围内倡导善意和仁慈。分析句子结构可知advocate与逻辑主语WKM构成主动关系，故用现在分词作状语。故填advocating。
【52题详解】
考查名词的数。句意：主要目标是激励人们在日常生活中做好事。deed为可数名词，表示数量大于一应用复数。故填deeds。
【53题详解】
考查代词。句意：该运动的起源可以追溯到1997年的东京会议，来自不同国家的代表在会上讨论了同情和善良在社会中的作用。修饰名词roots应用形容词性物主代词its。故填its。
【54题详解】
考查冠词。句意：该运动的起源可以追溯到1997年的东京会议，来自不同国家的代表在会上讨论了同情和善良在社会中的作用。此处role特指同情和善良在社会中的作用，应用定冠词。故填the。
【55题详解】
考查时态语态。句意：1998年11月13日，日本和新加坡庆祝了第一个世界善良日。主语与谓语构成被动关系，根据后文on November 13, 1998可知为一般过去时的被动语态，主语为The first World Kindness Day，谓语用单数。故填was celebrated。
第五部分 写作(共两节，满分35分)
第一节 应用文写作(满分15分)
56. 假定你是李华，你的外国好友Hans在你校的校园网上看到你们上音乐课的照片。他来信询问相关信息。请你给他回复邮件，内容包括：
1.音乐课简介(学习内容，上课时间和地点等)；
2.你的收获。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答；
3.不得出现学校或班级的真实名字。
Dear Hans,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Hans,
Knowing that you are interested in our music class, I’m happy to provide you with the requested information.
Our music class focuses on a variety of musical aspects, such as music theory, instrument practice, and group performances. The class meets twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:50 PM to 5:30 PM. We have our music lessons in a specialized classroom, equipped with different musical instruments.
Participating in the music class, I’ve learned how to read sheet music, improve my instrument-playing skills, and appreciate various types of music. If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本文是应用文。要求考生给外国好友Hans介绍自己上音乐课的情况。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
了解到：know→learn
对……感兴趣：be interested in→have an interest in
高兴的：happy→glad
各种各样的：a variety of→various
2. 句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Our music class focuses on a variety of musical aspects, such as music theory, instrument practice, and group performances.
拓展句：Our music class focuses on a variety of musical aspects, which include music theory, instrument practice, and group performances.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Knowing that you are interested in our music class, I’m happy to provide you with the requested information.（由that引导的宾语从句）
【高分句型2】If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask.（由If引导的条件状语从句）
第二节 读后续写(满分20分)
57. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写一段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Juju was the star dancer at school. She had a smile that would light up the room and movements as if she was creating the music. But when she was away from her high school dance class, she was more quiet, a little bit cautious — something the group of girls in her class noticed.
In fact, Juju’s real name is Julie. Raised up as an orphan (孤儿), she experienced a lack of familial support, which contributed to her sense of loneliness. More often than not, she hid behind the nickname, creating a bright character that covered up the pain she was experiencing. Julie kept schoolmates at a distance but let Juju out when the music was on. Though as an excellent dancer, her biggest regret was that none of her family ever came to watch her performances. She would watch sadly as other students were greeted with flowers and hugs from parents after the performances.
Observing Julie’s closed nature outside of the dance room, Corrina, one of the other dance students, sensed her need for companionship. When she found her at lunchtime sitting alone, Corrina would invite Julie to join her table with other dance kids, including her as a member of their extended “family”. At first, they talked about dance and music. As the conversation turned to family, Juju would quickly shift the subject back to dance.
Despite this initial hesitance, trust between the girls gradually developed, and then a sister-like bond. They started spending more time together, not just in dance-related activities but also in their personal lives.
As their high school years ended, the closing night performance for graduation was around the corner. While everyone was filled with excitement, Corrina sensed Julie’s anxiety as curtain time approached. She knew Julie feared the post-show loneliness of having no family to celebrate with. So she took it upon herself to ensure that Julie didn’t feel alone on this important night.
注意：
1. 续写词数应 100 左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Determined to plan a surprise for Julie as a “family”, Corrina gathered other girls.
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【答案】Determined to plan a surprise for Julie as a “family”, Corrina gathered other girls. As Corrina explained the plan, it became evident that other girls approved to help. They agreed to arrange for their parents to send her a bouquet of flowers, a hug and a group photo after the performance. All went smoothly that day.It was the time when the perfomance was over.To her surprise,many parents applauded warmly and approched Julie to give her the best wishes and flowers.Julie was moved to tears and felt blessed with so many friends helping her achieve her dream eventually.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了学校舞蹈明星Juju是个乐观的女孩，但是作为孤儿被养大的Juju最大的遗憾是她的家人从来没有来看她的表演。随着他们高中生活的结束，毕业典礼的闭幕演出即将到来。当每个人都充满了兴奋时，随着演出时间的临近，科琳娜感觉到朱莉的焦虑。科瑞娜召集了其他女孩，为Juju这个“家人”一个惊喜。
【详解】1.段落续写：①由段首句内容“科琳娜决心为Juju这个“家人”策划一个惊喜，于是召集了其他女孩。”可知，本段可描写科琳娜和其他女孩为Juju策划的惊喜以及Juju的心情。
2.续写线索：商量计划——出主意——表演——祝贺——表达感激之情
3.词汇激活
行为类
①同意：agree/approve
②走近：approch/get closer
③表明：give/show/indicate
情绪类
①令她惊讶的是：To her surprise/To her amazement
②感动的泪水：moved tears/touched tears
【点睛】[高分句型1]. As Corrina explained the plan, it became evident that other girls approved to help.(运用了as引导的状语从句和that引导的主语从句)
[高分句型2]. Julie was moved to tears and felt blessed with so many friends helping her achieve her dream eventually.(运用了现在分词作宾语补足语)
