福建省山海联盟2023-2024学年高二上学期期末考试英语试卷
（试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟）
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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. How much did Tony pay for the book
A. $6. B. $12. C. $18.
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Some students. B. A teacher. C. Teaching methods.
3. What kind of weather is normal in March
A. The hot weather. B. The dry weather. C. The cool weather.
4. Where are the speakers
A. In a library. B. In a bookstore. C. In the classroom.
5. Why does Michael take exercise
A. To get stronger B. To lose weight. C. To relax himself.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why is the man upset
A. He has to fix his car. B. He is short of money. C. He has been too busy with work.
7. When will the speakers meet
A. At 4:00 p.m. B. At 12:30 p.m. C. At 12:00.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What did the man do just now
A. He had a history lesson. B. He played a game. C. He visited his cousins.
9.What makes the man surprised
A. His cousins all have their own iPad.
B. His cousins use video games to learn.
C. His cousins know little about history.
10.What is the woman worried about the kids at school
A. They ignore their textbooks.
B. They play games in the classroom.
C. They give priority to fun over learning.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Having guests this weekend. B. Going out for sightseeing. C. Moving into a new house.
12. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Husband and wife. C. Close friends.
13. What will the man do tomorrow
A. Write an email. B. Have a barbecue. C. Do some shopping
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14.What does the man think of the apartment
A. It’s bright, modern and very large.
B. It’s in a crowded and noisy place.
C. It’s a little far away from his school.
15. How will the man go to school every day
A. By bike. B. By bus. C. On foot.
16. How much does the man pay if he pays at the beginning of each month
A. $675. B.$750. C. $825.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What will Robert do in the club
A. Train the soccer players. B. Hold all the meetings. C. Collect fees from members.
18. Why does the club need the fees badly
A. To attract more students. B. To open another club. C. To buy new equipment.
19. How long has Jason worked as the head coach
A. For two years. B. For five years C. For ten years.
20. What is the talk mainly about
A. Ways to join the soccer club.
B. Classes opened for this season.
C. Details of three club leading members.
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
Top Piano Players in the World
Martha Argerich
Martha Argerich could be considered the next Beethoven, as she is one of the most outstanding pianists ever to play. Argerich preferred being on stage with others instead of performing solo; therefore, she has been performing in a concerto format since the 1980s. Argerich was not one for the spotlight, as she often avoided public appearances such as interviews; however, her great talent was all the publicity she needed, standing out during concertos and sonatas.
Leif Ove Andsnes
Known for his appealing performances of Edvard Grieg’s works, Andsnes has won praise for his performances at some of the world’s most famous concert halls. Andsnes has certainly made his mark in Norway, as he is the founding director of Norway’s Rosendal Chamber Music Festival. Because of his unique voice and interesting approach, he was praised by The New York Times as a “pianist of authoritative elegance, power, and insight.”
Alfred Brendel
Known for his beautiful interpretations of Beethoven, Haydn, Schubert and Mozart, Alfred Brendel was considered one of the greats. He played in various concertos throughout his career and became known for his interpretive coldness in recreating these works. Brendel was considered one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century, as he made his mark in the classical music industry. Brendel was self-taught and learned his love of piano at an early age.
Arthur Rubinstein
Arthur Rubinstein was certainly one of the greats. His career began in the early 20th century when he began to come into contact with some of the world’s most important composers, such as Maurice Ravel, Paul Dukas, and Jacques Thibaud. He made various trips worldwide and visited nearly every continent, where crowds met him with great praise and encouragement.
1. What does the female pianist focus on in her career
A. Skills in hosting concertos and sonatas. B. Cooperation with other musicians.
C. Close relationships with the media. D. Unique ways to interpret music.
2. Who learned music by himself or herself
A. Martha Argerich. B. Leif Ove Andsnes.
C. Alfred Brendel. D. Arthur Rubinstein.
3. How is Arthur Rubinstein different from the other pianists
A He was the director of a Norwegian festival.
B. He made a difference in classical music.
C. He was the best musician of the 20th century.
D. He got in touch with some famous composers.
B
It was October 2005, and the catastrophic earthquake killing some 79,000 people in Pakistan had reduced the valley to mud and ruins.
Yasmeen Lari, a 65-year-old architect, was there to help lead the reconstruction of settlements, but she had never done disaster work before. Lari was known for designing smooth towers of glass and concrete. But here, she’d be drawing plans for earthquake-resistant homes using stone and timber debris(木材碎片). With each passing day, she felt deeply right to do disaster-relief work. So she made it her new mission, spending the next four months working with volunteer architects and engineers from Pakistan and abroad.
Inspired by local buildings made with sustainable materials such as timber debris, bamboo and mud, Lari’s shelters can better withstand disasters. Lari says this local, cost-effective and zero-carbon approach is creating an ecosystem. Anyone can learn by watching DIY videos on Lari’s Zero Carbon Channel on YouTube.
The design won a UN World Habitat Prize in 2018.“We need to believe in people’s capacity to bring about change. I treat displaced people as partners, not victims. They know what to do,” says Lari.
Over the decades, Yasmeen Lari has won many awards as architect and environmentalist. While it may seem like an unlikely path for a girl who was born into a well-to-do family in1941, she had an unconventional upbringing. At home, her father would talk about the desperate need for housing. Listening to her father talk about the housing crisis and need for architects made an impression on Lari. On a family visit to London when she was 15, she applied to architecture school at Oxford Brookes University. She laughs as she recalls her bravery.
At age 83, Yasmeen Lari is still full of ideas about zero-carbon designs, skills building and self-sustaining villages. “Architects can no longer work for just the one percent,” she says. “That doesn’t allow them to serve humanity as much as they could.”
4. What can we learn about Lari from the first two paragraphs
A. She felt considerably proud to do disaster-relief work.
B She started a brand-new volunteer working experience.
C. She was good at designing earthquake-resistant houses.
D. She reconstructed the settlements with glass and concrete.
5. How did Lari make her design practical and environmental
A. By creating an ecosystem.
B. By strengthening local buildings.
C. By using local sustainable materials.
D. By watching DIY videos on YouTube.
6. Why did Lari decide to apply to architecture school
A. Her interest in architecture drove her.
B. Her father encouraged her to path unusual.
C. Her father talked about the demand for architects.
D. Her rich family allowed her to pursue the most of dream.
7. Which of the following best describes Yasmeen Lari
A. Sensitive and brave.
B. Determined and cooperative.
C. Honest and generous.
D. Sympathetic and eco-responsible.
C
Food is extremely important to us human beings and rice is one of the main food in the world. Australian researchers have discovered a way to genetically engineer rice which would provide significant health benefits to more than half the world’s population.
A study undertaken at the University of Tasmania, published in a respected journal of the National Academy of Sciences, discovered a method to increase the resistant starch (抗性淀粉）content in rice, making it more digestible and leading to lower rate of diabetes (糖尿病）and overweight.
Steven Smith, the lead author of the study and a foreign expert for the Chinese government who has been appointed to work on crop improvement projects by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said increasing the higher resistant starch content gave this “designer” rice many added health benefits. “We have discovered that we can increase the amount of resistant starch in cooked rice, which could provide health benefits for a large number of people in Asia and beyond,” Smith said in a media release on Friday. “The same approach can be adapted for use in other cereals, including wheat. Not only can it have benefits for diabetes and obesity, but also for disorders of the bowel(肠）including cancer.”
Rice is the main food for more than half the world’s population, providing much of the world with most of their calories. Smith said that as the rate of diabetes and obesity in Asian countries continued to grow, his “designer” rice could provide a way to limit health problems.
“Not only does resistant starch reduce the possibility of a ‘sugar hit’ but it also reduces the appetite and promotes the growth of the healthy germs” Smith said.
Smith divides his time between the University of Tasmania and his research lab in Beijing where he hopes to make significant advance in sustainable (可持续的）living.
8. What do we know about the study
A. It is part of Chinese crop improvement projects.
B. It will have a significant effect on crop researches.
C. It was jointly（联合地）carried out by Australia and China.
D. It helps solve the food problem for over half of the world’s population.
9. Based on the text, the resistant starch ________.
A. exists in large amounts in cooked rice
B. decreases the possibility of a “sugar hit” and provides more calories
C. is helpful in digestion and lowers the rate of overweight and diabetes
D. increases people’s appetite and improves the growth of healthy germs
10. The underlined word “it” in Paragraph 3 refers to _________.
A. resistant starch B. cooked rice
C. the approach D. media release
11. Where does this text probably come from
A. An environmental report. B. A medical journal.
C. An engineering textbook. D. An agricultural magazine.
D
When I mentioned to some friends that we all have accents, most of them proudly replied, “Well, I speak perfect English/Chinese/etc.” But this kind of misses the point.
More often than not, what we mean when we say someone “has an accent” is that their accent is different from the local one, or that pronunciations are different from our own. But this definition of accents is limiting and could give rise to prejudice. Funnily enough, in terms of the language study, every person speaks with an accent. It is the regular differences in how we produce sounds that define our accents. Even if you don’t hear it yourself, you speak with some sort of accent. In this sense, it’s pointless to point out that someone “has an accent”. We all do!
Every person speaks a dialect (方言), too. In the field of language study, a dialect is a version of a language that is characterized by its variations of structure, phrases and words. For instance,” You got eat or not “(meaning “Have you eaten ” ) is an acceptable and understood question in Singapore Oral English. The fact that this expression would cause a standard American English speaker to take pause doesn’t mean that Singapore Oral English is “wrong” or “ungrammatical”. The sentence is well-formed and clearly communicative, according to native Singapore English speakers’ solid system of grammar. Why should it be wrong just because it’s different
We need to move beyond a narrow conception of accents and dialects — for the benefit of everyone.
Language differences like these provide insights into people’s cultural experiences and backgrounds. In a global age, the way one speaks is a distinct part of one’s identity. Most people would be happy to talk about the cultures behind their speech. We’d learn more about the world we live in and make friends along the way.
12. What does the author think of his/ her friends’ response in paragraph 1
A. It reflects their self confidence.
B. It reflects their language levels.
C. It misses the point of communication.
D. It misses the real meaning of accents.
13. Why does the author use the example of Singapore Oral English
A. To justify the use of dialects.
B. To show the diversity of dialects.
C. To correct a grammatical mistake.
D. To highlight a traditional approach.
14. What does the author recommend us to do in the last paragraph
A. Learn to speak with your local dialect.
B. Seek for an official definition of accents.
C. Appreciate the value of accents and dialects.
D. Distinguish our local languages from others’.
15. What can be a suitable title for this passage
A. Everyone Has an Accent
B. Accents Enhance Our Identities
C. Dialects Lead to Misunderstanding
D. Standard English Is at Risk
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。
Why Experiencing a New Culture Is Good for You
Often the best way to really explore a new place and culture is by spending abundant time there. A quick vacation may give you a glimpse(警) into your destination. ____16____. These opportunities provide a support network as you adjust to new surroundings.
Dealing with culture shock
Culture shock is a response to your new surroundings when abroad that can leave you confused, anxious and feeling lonely. It generally includes frustration at how even the simplest things can be different in the new culture. The thing is though, culture shock can be seen as a problem but also as an opportunity. ____17____.
____18____
Perhaps the most obvious lesson learned with travel is the importance of language. Even just learning the basics of the local language can make getting about and making new friends easier. Trying to overcome the language barrier also teaches you about non-verbal communication. Since you can’t rely on what is being said, you learn to adapt, to people’s tone and body language. This makes you a better communicator.
Finding inspiration
____19____. In each of these creative fields you may come across new approaches or elements that you bring home with you; maybe it’s a certain combination of ingredients that you add to your cooking or a new style you adopt for your own home’s design.
Meeting new people
Meeting people and making friends while overseas is both a necessity and one of the most enjoyable aspects of the experience. ____20____, which enables you to meet people that you never would have known otherwise. You may be exposed to people from different walks of life, find a similar spirit, or both at the same time.
A. Learning language skills
B. Developing body language
C. So you’re less likely to further experience a new culture
D Travelling to new cultures is a great way to expand your social circle
E. Experiencing the local culture can expose you to local art, cuisine, architecture, etc.
F. Only by adjusting to and accepting new surroundings can you understand and appreciate it
G. But experiences like student or work exchange programs allow you to immerse(沉浸) in a new culture
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
My family moved into a newly constructed home in Calgary 10 years ago. That year was full of promise. We ___21___ at the stream of incoming families during their move-in days. Hands were shaken. Couches were pulled up steps. But we saw ___22___ of each other as winter approached. Names were forgotten.
As the snow ___23___, many of the neighborhood’s kids began to learn how to ride a bike. Their mothers would be nearby, chatting. Dad wanted a place for children to play, a quiet place for parents to sit and relax, but more importantly, a ___24___ for everyone to leave the house and join the community. He began ___25___ benches.
He started knocking on doors and ___26___ hands. He chatted with Eric, a builder and then met with a designer. ___27___ began with me and my father. Within minutes there was a flock of young neighbors ___28___, each claiming they could help. ___29___ of us knew each other well, but all hands were on deck (全员出动). After a few hours, three benches formed a semi-circle on the avenue.
That afternoon marked the first of many weekend Neighbor Days. Kids ____30____ each other around while parents brought out food. ____31____ would carry on into the night. We often ____32____ there the following afternoon, as well as ____33____ afternoons and evenings in the years since.
I moved out for university four years ago, having learned to ____34____ value community. But I’ve never lived somewhere as social as my family neighborhood since.
There’s a saying: you must be a good neighbor to have good neighbors. My dad wasn’t thinking much about building those benches. He just wanted a place to sit on a Saturday afternoon. A place to bring the ____35____ together.
21. A. tore B. waved C. laughed D. aimed
22 A. many B. little C. more D. less
23. A. froze B. blocked C. melted D. accumulated
24. A. balance B. reason C. identity D. theory
25. A. imagining B. watched C. searching D. designing
26. A. retelling B. reshaping C. reshaking D. recalling
27. A. Painting B. Repair C. Destruction D. Construction
28. A. at hand B. under control C. with care D. in charge
29. A. All B. None C. Both D. Neither
30. A. raced B. arranged C. interrupted D. recorded
31. A. Performances B. Conversations C. Conflicts D. Demonstrations
32. A. broke out B. turned down C. ended up D. paid off
33. A. helpless B. selfless C. costless D. countless
34. A. doubtfully B. emotionally C. helplessly D. curiously
35. A. crew B. colleagues C. kids D. community
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。
For the past 13 years, Martin Burrows has been working as a long-distance truck driver. Spending up to five nights a week on the road can be a lonely business, ____36____ (leave) him with plenty of time to notice his surroundings. “I kept seeing more rubbish everywhere and it was getting on my nerves. I decided I had to do something about it,” he says. One day, he stopped his vehicle, ____37____ (take) out a trash bag and started picking up the garbage. The satisfaction after clearing a small area was extremely ____38____ (remark).
Before his time on the road, Burrows spent over two decades in the military____39____ a vehicle driver. His service saw him stationed throughout Europe and also on tours in Afghanistan. After returning to civilian life, he was diagnosed with PTSD (创伤后应激障碍) and had to experience situations ____40____ his mental health suffered a lot in 2017. His ____41____ (contribute) in fund-raising for Help for Heroes led him ____42____ (meet) a man who used model-building as a distraction from PTSD. Burrows realized that his act of roadside cleanup had a similar calming effect on his mental well-being
By 2019, Burrows _____43_____ (begin) using his free time on the road to regularly clean up garbage. Some_____44_____ (passer-by) encouraged him to set up a Facebook group, which he called Truckers Cleaning Up Britain. Since truckers are so often on the move, the Facebook page acts as _____45_____ means of raising awareness rather than a platform for organizing cleanups. Burrows expressed his intention to continue the cleanup efforts as long as his physical condition allowed, as he still found joy in the process.
第四部分 课内知识考查（共三节，满分25分）
第一节
根据语境，选择下框中的单词或短语选项替换句中划线部分的单词，使意思一致。
A. consisted of; B. leisure; C. proof; D. transform; E. tackle; F. exceptional; G. depressed;
46. Researchers claim to have found the evidence that getting a regular eight- hour sleep every night makes a real difference to our health. ______
47. I don’t know how to handle the situation , but an idea suddenly struck me that I could turn to my friend for help. ______
48. What was it that made her change form an average woman into an elegant lady ______
49. It disappointed him that nobody seemed to care. ______
50. At the age of five, he showed extraordinary talent as a musician. ______
51. My grandpa’s breakfast mainly included wholegrain biscuits and a glass of milk. ______
52. Students are encouraged to try a variety of free-time activities to decrease the intense stress from studying. ______
第二节 根据语境，选择下框中的短语，必要时用正确形式填空。注意单词的大小写。其中两项多余。（共8小题，每小题1分，满分8分）
选词填空
be comprised of ； subscribe to ； make sense； think outside the box ； engage in; stand out； stuff… with ； up to； in charge of ; expose… to…;
53. To settle the conflict between statistics and theory, scientists have to be creative, and _________—approach the problem from different directions.
54. Despite various tough living conditions, they remained actively __________ their scientific research.
55. I finally made up my mind to remove the cupboard _________ old books.
56. People usually give two completely contradictory descriptions so it is _______ you to make the right decisions.
57. We have __________ an evening paper, which is our family tradition for generations.
58. The man _______ the project was charged with theft.
59. Most of the applicants were turned down, but he ended up ___________ because he was good at cooperating with others.
60. Too much _______________ TV programmes will do great harm to children’s eyesight.
第三节 根据课文原文完成句子。（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）
61. _____________ _____________ the authors of the Story of Qian Xuesen _____________ a man with “great scientific thought and scientific spirit” who was _____________ and served his homeland with effort , achievement, and devotion, Qian was an extremely well- respected man.
钱学森备受人们的尊敬，《钱学森的故事》一书的作者称他为一位具有“伟大科学思想和科学精神”的人，并且他热爱祖国，甘于奉献，成就斐然。
62. _____________ _____________, different _____________ _____________ teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students.
此外，不同的教和学的方式对很多学生来说也是一种冲击。
63. There is much debate nowadays_____________ _____________ what _____________ _____________ a healthy diet.
当下，何为健康饮食仍众说纷纭。
64. Chemical pesticides and _____________ _____________ have been in _____________ _____________ in farming since the middle of the 20th century.
自20世纪中叶以来，化学农药和人工肥料便广泛应用于耕作。
65. Although some foreign students live in_____________ _____________ , Xie Lei chose to live with a host family who can help with her _____________ _____________ the new culture.
虽然一些留学生住在学校里，但谢蕾选择住在寄宿家庭，这有助于她适应异国文化。
第五部分 应用文写作（满分15分）
66. 假定你是校学生会主席李华，你校文化社团将举行有关饮食文化的知识讲座。请你给来自新西兰的交换生 Kevin 写封邮件，邀请他参加，内容包括：
1、 时间及地点；
2、讲座内容：中国饮食文化的影响；
3、 请他介绍新西兰 New Zealand 的饮食文化。
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。
Dear Kevin,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua福建省山海联盟2023-2024学年高二上学期期末考试英语试卷
（试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟）
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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. How much did Tony pay for the book
A. $6. B. $12. C. $18.
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Some students. B. A teacher. C. Teaching methods.
3. What kind of weather is normal in March
A. The hot weather. B. The dry weather. C. The cool weather.
4. Where are the speakers
A. In a library. B. In a bookstore. C. In the classroom.
5. Why does Michael take exercise
A. To get stronger B. To lose weight. C. To relax himself.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why is the man upset
A. He has to fix his car. B. He is short of money. C. He has been too busy with work.
7. When will the speakers meet
A. At 4:00 p.m. B. At 12:30 p.m. C. At 12:00.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What did the man do just now
A. He had a history lesson. B. He played a game. C. He visited his cousins.
9.What makes the man surprised
A. His cousins all have their own iPad.
B. His cousins use video games to learn.
C. His cousins know little about history.
10.What is the woman worried about the kids at school
A. They ignore their textbooks.
B. They play games in the classroom.
C. They give priority to fun over learning.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Having guests this weekend. B. Going out for sightseeing. C. Moving into a new house.
12. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Husband and wife. C. Close friends.
13. What will the man do tomorrow
A. Write an email. B. Have a barbecue. C. Do some shopping
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14.What does the man think of the apartment
A. It’s bright, modern and very large.
B. It’s in a crowded and noisy place.
C. It’s a little far away from his school.
15. How will the man go to school every day
A. By bike. B. By bus. C. On foot.
16. How much does the man pay if he pays at the beginning of each month
A. $675. B.$750. C. $825.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What will Robert do in the club
A. Train the soccer players. B. Hold all the meetings. C. Collect fees from members.
18. Why does the club need the fees badly
A. To attract more students. B. To open another club. C. To buy new equipment.
19. How long has Jason worked as the head coach
A. For two years. B. For five years C. For ten years.
20. What is the talk mainly about
A. Ways to join the soccer club.
B. Classes opened for this season.
C. Details of three club leading members.
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
Top Piano Players in the World
Martha Argerich
Martha Argerich could be considered the next Beethoven, as she is one of the most outstanding pianists ever to play. Argerich preferred being on stage with others instead of performing solo; therefore, she has been performing in a concerto format since the 1980s. Argerich was not one for the spotlight, as she often avoided public appearances such as interviews; however, her great talent was all the publicity she needed, standing out during concertos and sonatas.
Leif Ove Andsnes
Known for his appealing performances of Edvard Grieg’s works, Andsnes has won praise for his performances at some of the world’s most famous concert halls. Andsnes has certainly made his mark in Norway, as he is the founding director of Norway’s Rosendal Chamber Music Festival. Because of his unique voice and interesting approach, he was praised by The New York Times as a “pianist of authoritative elegance, power, and insight.”
Alfred Brendel
Known for his beautiful interpretations of Beethoven, Haydn, Schubert and Mozart, Alfred Brendel was considered one of the greats. He played in various concertos throughout his career and became known for his interpretive coldness in recreating these works. Brendel was considered one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century, as he made his mark in the classical music industry. Brendel was self-taught and learned his love of piano at an early age.
Arthur Rubinstein
Arthur Rubinstein was certainly one of the greats. His career began in the early 20th century when he began to come into contact with some of the world’s most important composers, such as Maurice Ravel, Paul Dukas, and Jacques Thibaud. He made various trips worldwide and visited nearly every continent, where crowds met him with great praise and encouragement.
1. What does the female pianist focus on in her career
A. Skills in hosting concertos and sonatas. B. Cooperation with other musicians.
C. Close relationships with the media. D. Unique ways to interpret music.
2. Who learned music by himself or herself
A. Martha Argerich. B. Leif Ove Andsnes.
C. Alfred Brendel. D. Arthur Rubinstein.
3. How is Arthur Rubinstein different from the other pianists
A. He was the director of a Norwegian festival.
B. He made a difference in classical music.
C. He was the best musician of the 20th century.
D. He got in touch with some famous composers.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。本文简要介绍了四位世界顶级钢琴演奏家：Martha Argerich，Leif Ove Andsnes，Alfred Brendel和Arthur Rubinstein
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Martha Argerich部分中“Argerich preferred being on stage with others instead of performing solo; therefore, she has been performing in a concerto format since the 1980s.(阿格里奇更喜欢和别人一起在舞台上表演，而不是独自表演;因此，从20世纪80年代开始，她一直以协奏曲的形式演出)”可知，Martha Argerich在她的职业生涯中注重的是和其他音乐家的合作。故选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Alfred Brendel部分中“Brendel was self-taught and learned his love of piano at an early age.(布伦德尔自学成才，在很小的时候就爱上了钢琴)”可知，Brendel自学音乐。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Arthur Rubinstein部分中“His career began in the early 20th century when he began to come into contact with some of the world’s most important composers, such as Maurice Ravel, Paul Dukas, and Jacques Thibaud.(他的职业生涯始于20世纪初，当时他开始接触到一些世界上最重要的作曲家，如莫里斯·拉威尔、保罗·杜卡斯和雅克·蒂博)”可知，Rubinstein的职业生涯始于20世纪初，当时他开始接触到一些世界上最有影响力的作曲家。故选D。
B
It was October 2005, and the catastrophic earthquake killing some 79,000 people in Pakistan had reduced the valley to mud and ruins.
Yasmeen Lari, a 65-year-old architect, was there to help lead the reconstruction of settlements, but she had never done disaster work before. Lari was known for designing smooth towers of glass and concrete. But here, she’d be drawing plans for earthquake-resistant homes using stone and timber debris(木材碎片). With each passing day, she felt deeply right to do disaster-relief work. So she made it her new mission, spending the next four months working with volunteer architects and engineers from Pakistan and abroad.
Inspired by local buildings made with sustainable materials such as timber debris, bamboo and mud, Lari’s shelters can better withstand disasters. Lari says this local, cost-effective and zero-carbon approach is creating an ecosystem. Anyone can learn by watching DIY videos on Lari’s Zero Carbon Channel on YouTube.
The design won a UN World Habitat Prize in 2018.“We need to believe in people’s capacity to bring about change. I treat displaced people as partners, not victims. They know what to do,” says Lari.
Over the decades, Yasmeen Lari has won many awards as architect and environmentalist. While it may seem like an unlikely path for a girl who was born into a well-to-do family in1941, she had an unconventional upbringing. At home, her father would talk about the desperate need for housing. Listening to her father talk about the housing crisis and need for architects made an impression on Lari. On a family visit to London when she was 15, she applied to architecture school at Oxford Brookes University. She laughs as she recalls her bravery.
At age 83, Yasmeen Lari is still full of ideas about zero-carbon designs, skills building and self-sustaining villages. “Architects can no longer work for just the one percent,” she says. “That doesn’t allow them to serve humanity as much as they could.”
4. What can we learn about Lari from the first two paragraphs
A. She felt considerably proud to do disaster-relief work.
B. She started a brand-new volunteer working experience.
C. She was good at designing earthquake-resistant houses.
D. She reconstructed the settlements with glass and concrete.
5. How did Lari make her design practical and environmental
A. By creating an ecosystem.
B. By strengthening local buildings.
C. By using local sustainable materials.
D. By watching DIY videos on YouTube.
6. Why did Lari decide to apply to architecture school
A. Her interest in architecture drove her.
B. Her father encouraged her to path unusual.
C. Her father talked about the demand for architects.
D. Her rich family allowed her to pursue the most of dream.
7. Which of the following best describes Yasmeen Lari
A. Sensitive and brave.
B. Determined and cooperative.
C. Honest and generous.
D. Sympathetic and eco-responsible.
【答案】4. B 5. C 6. C 7. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章介绍了巴基斯坦女性建筑师Yasmeen Lari努力改进村庄的房屋设计以更好地抵御自然灾害，突显其体恤村民和倡导环保的精神。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“It was October 2005, and the catastrophic earthquake killing some 79,000 people in Pakistan had reduced the valley to mud and ruins.(那是2005年10月，巴基斯坦发生了灾难性的地震，造成约7.9万人死亡，山谷变成了泥泞和废墟。)”以及第二段中“But here, she’d be drawing plans for earthquake-resistant homes using stone and timber debris(木材碎片). With each passing day, she felt deeply right to do disaster-relief work. So she made it her new mission, spending the next four months working with volunteer architects and engineers from Pakistan and abroad.( 但在这里，她会用石头和木屑来设计抗震房屋。每过一天，她都深深感到做救灾工作是正确的。因此，她把它作为自己的新任务，在接下来的四个月里，她与来自巴基斯坦和国外的志愿者建筑师和工程师一起工作。)”可知，在巴基斯坦发生了灾难性的地震之后，Lari会用石头和木屑来设计抗震房屋，她把它作为自己的新任务，在接下来的四个月里，她与来自巴基斯坦和国外的志愿者建筑师和工程师一起工作，由此可知，Lai开始了一段全新的志愿者工作经历。故选B。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Inspired by local buildings made with sustainable materials such as timber debris, bamboo and mud, Lari’s shelters can better withstand disasters. (受到当地用木材碎片、竹子和泥土等可持续材料建造的建筑的启发，拉里的避难所可以更好地抵御灾害。)”可知，Lari设计的房屋就地取材，低成本、零碳，实用环保即这些材料是可持续的材料。故选C。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段中“Listening to her father talk about the housing crisis and need for architects made an impression on Lari. On a family visit to London when she was 15, she applied to architecture school at Oxford Brookes University. (听父亲谈论住房危机和对建筑师的需求给拉里留下了深刻的印象。15岁时随家人去伦敦旅游，她申请了牛津布鲁克斯大学(Oxford brooks University)的建筑学院。)”可知，Lari申请建筑学院的原因是因为听父亲谈论住房危机和对建筑师的需求给其留下了深刻的印象。故选C。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“At age 83, Yasmeen Lari is still full of ideas about zero-carbon designs, skills building and self-sustaining villages.( 83岁高龄的Yasmeen Lari仍然对零碳设计、技能培养和自给自足的村庄充满了想法。)”以及““Architects can no longer work for just the one percent,” she says. “That doesn’t allow them to serve humanity as much as they could.”(“建筑师不能再只为那1%的人工作了，”她说。“这让他们无法尽其所能为人类服务。”)”可知，Yasmeen Lari仍然对零碳设计、技能培养和自给自足的村庄充满了想法以及她认为建筑师应该尽全力为所有人服务，故体现出她是富有同情心和环保意识的。故选D。
C
Food is extremely important to us human beings and rice is one of the main food in the world. Australian researchers have discovered a way to genetically engineer rice which would provide significant health benefits to more than half the world’s population.
A study undertaken at the University of Tasmania, published in a respected journal of the National Academy of Sciences, discovered a method to increase the resistant starch (抗性淀粉）content in rice, making it more digestible and leading to lower rate of diabetes (糖尿病）and overweight.
Steven Smith, the lead author of the study and a foreign expert for the Chinese government who has been appointed to work on crop improvement projects by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said increasing the higher resistant starch content gave this “designer” rice many added health benefits. “We have discovered that we can increase the amount of resistant starch in cooked rice, which could provide health benefits for a large number of people in Asia and beyond,” Smith said in a media release on Friday. “The same approach can be adapted for use in other cereals, including wheat. Not only can it have benefits for diabetes and obesity, but also for disorders of the bowel(肠）including cancer.”
Rice is the main food for more than half the world’s population, providing much of the world with most of their calories. Smith said that as the rate of diabetes and obesity in Asian countries continued to grow, his “designer” rice could provide a way to limit health problems.
“Not only does resistant starch reduce the possibility of a ‘sugar hit’ but it also reduces the appetite and promotes the growth of the healthy germs.” Smith said.
Smith divides his time between the University of Tasmania and his research lab in Beijing where he hopes to make significant advance in sustainable (可持续的）living.
8. What do we know about the study
A. It is part of Chinese crop improvement projects.
B. It will have a significant effect on crop researches.
C. It was jointly（联合地）carried out by Australia and China.
D. It helps solve the food problem for over half of the world’s population.
9. Based on the text, the resistant starch ________.
A. exists in large amounts in cooked rice
B. decreases the possibility of a “sugar hit” and provides more calories
C. is helpful in digestion and lowers the rate of overweight and diabetes
D. increases people’s appetite and improves the growth of healthy germs
10. The underlined word “it” in Paragraph 3 refers to _________.
A. resistant starch B. cooked rice
C. the approach D. media release
11. Where does this text probably come from
A. An environmental report. B. A medical journal.
C. An engineering textbook. D. An agricultural magazine.
【答案】8. B 9. C 10. A 11. D
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲了澳大利亚研究人员发现了一种转基因水稻的方法，这种水稻将为世界上一半以上的人口带来显著的健康益处。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。答案定位在第一段Australian researchers have discovered a way to genetically engineer rice which would provide significant health benefits to more than half the world’s population.可知这项研究将对农作物研究产生重大影响，故选B。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。答案定位在第二段A study undertaken at the University of Tasmania, published in a respected journal of the National Academy of Sciences, discovered a method to increase the resistant starch (抗性淀粉）content in rice, making it more digestible and leading to lower rate of diabetes (糖尿病）and overweight.可知抗性淀粉有助于消化，降低超重和糖尿病的发病率，故选C。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。上文“We have discovered that we can increase the amount of resistant starch in cooked rice, which could provide health benefits for a large number of people in Asia and beyond,” Smith said in a media release on Friday.说Smith在上周五的一份媒体发布会上说:“我们发现，我们可以增加大米中抗性淀粉的含量，这对亚洲及其他地区的许多人的健康都有好处。”由此推断出“it”指的是抗性淀粉，故选A。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。文章主要报道了澳大利亚研究人员发现了一种转基因水稻的方法，这种水稻将为世界上一半以上的人口带来显著的健康益处。由此推断出这篇文章最可能来自一份农业杂志，故选D。
【点睛】细节理解题的解题思路：
细节理解题就是我们常见的wh-题，它们大多是根据文章中的具体信息如事实、例证、原因、过程、论述等进行提问的。抓住文段中的事实和细节是做好该题型的关键，也是做好其它类型问题的基础。该题型几乎都可以在文章中直接找到与答案有关的信息，或是其变体。在一篇短文里大部分篇幅都属于这类围绕主体展开的细节。做这类题一般采用寻读法，即先读题，然后带着问题快速阅读短文，找出与问题和选项有关的词语或句子，再对相关部分进行分析对比，找出答案。例如小题2，答案定位在第二段A study undertaken at the University of Tasmania, published in a respected journal of the National Academy of Sciences, discovered a method to increase the resistant starch (抗性淀粉）content in rice, making it more digestible and leading to lower rate of diabetes (糖尿病）and overweight.可知抗性淀粉有助于消化，降低超重和糖尿病的发病率，故选C。
D
When I mentioned to some friends that we all have accents, most of them proudly replied, “Well, I speak perfect English/Chinese/etc.” But this kind of misses the point.
More often than not, what we mean when we say someone “has an accent” is that their accent is different from the local one, or that pronunciations are different from our own. But this definition of accents is limiting and could give rise to prejudice. Funnily enough, in terms of the language study, every person speaks with an accent. It is the regular differences in how we produce sounds that define our accents. Even if you don’t hear it yourself, you speak with some sort of accent. In this sense, it’s pointless to point out that someone “has an accent”. We all do!
Every person speaks a dialect (方言), too. In the field of language study, a dialect is a version of a language that is characterized by its variations of structure, phrases and words. For instance,” You got eat or not “(meaning “Have you eaten ” ) is an acceptable and understood question in Singapore Oral English. The fact that this expression would cause a standard American English speaker to take pause doesn’t mean that Singapore Oral English is “wrong” or “ungrammatical”. The sentence is well-formed and clearly communicative, according to native Singapore English speakers’ solid system of grammar. Why should it be wrong just because it’s different
We need to move beyond a narrow conception of accents and dialects — for the benefit of everyone.
Language differences like these provide insights into people’s cultural experiences and backgrounds. In a global age, the way one speaks is a distinct part of one’s identity. Most people would be happy to talk about the cultures behind their speech. We’d learn more about the world we live in and make friends along the way.
12. What does the author think of his/ her friends’ response in paragraph 1
A. It reflects their self confidence.
B. It reflects their language levels.
C. It misses the point of communication.
D. It misses the real meaning of accents.
13. Why does the author use the example of Singapore Oral English
A. To justify the use of dialects.
B. To show the diversity of dialects.
C. To correct a grammatical mistake.
D. To highlight a traditional approach.
14. What does the author recommend us to do in the last paragraph
A. Learn to speak with your local dialect.
B. Seek for an official definition of accents.
C. Appreciate the value of accents and dialects.
D. Distinguish our local languages from others’.
15. What can be a suitable title for this passage
A. Everyone Has an Accent
B. Accents Enhance Our Identities
C. Dialects Lead to Misunderstanding
D. Standard English Is at Risk
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. C 15. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇议论文。主要论述了每个人都有口音。从这个意义上说，指出某人“有口音”是毫无意义的。语言差异可以帮助人们洞察他人的文化经历和背景，因此我们要欣赏口音和方言的价值。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一自然段“When I mentioned to some friends that we all have accents, most of them proudly replied, “Well, I speak perfect English/Chinese/etc.” But this kind of misses the point. (当我向一些朋友提到我们都有口音时，他们中的大多数人都自豪地回答说：“好吧，我的英语/汉语等都说得很好。”但这种说法没有切中要害。)”可知，作者认为他/她的朋友忽略了口音的真正含义。故选D。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三自然段“The sentence is well-formed and clearly communicative, according to native Singapore English speakers’ solid system of grammar. Why should it be wrong just because it’s different (根据新加坡英语使用者坚实的语法体系，这个句子结构良好，沟通清晰。为什么仅仅因为它不同就应该是错误的？)”可知，作者认为不能因为它不同就认为它是错的。所以作者使用新加坡口语的例子是在为使用方言进行辩护。故选A。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Language differences like these provide insights into people’s cultural experiences and backgrounds. In a global age, the way one speaks is a distinct part of one’s identity. Most people would be happy to talk about the cultures behind their speech. We’d learn more about the world we live in and make friends along the way. (像这样的语言差异可以洞察人们的文化经历和背景。在一个全球化的时代，一个人说话的方式是一个人身份的一个独特部分。大多数人都乐于谈论他们演讲背后的文化。我们会更多地了解我们生活的世界，并在这一过程中结交朋友。)”可知，作者在最后一段中建议我们欣赏口音和方言的价值。故选C。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二自然段“In this sense, it’s pointless to point out that someone“has an accent“. We all do! (从这个意义上说，指出某人“有口音”是毫无意义的。我们都有！)”以及第三段“Every person speaks a dialect (方言), too. (每个人也会说一种方言。)”可知，作者认为每个人都有口音，而且作者在最后一段指出不同的口音可以让我们更多地了解我们生活的世界，并在这一过程中结交朋友。故A项“Everyone Has an Accent (每个人都有口音)”最能概括本文主旨。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。
Why Experiencing a New Culture Is Good for You
Often the best way to really explore a new place and culture is by spending abundant time there A quick vacation may give you a glimpse(警) into your destination. ____16____. These opportunities provide a support network as you adjust to new surroundings.
Dealing with culture shock
Culture shock is a response to your new surroundings when abroad that can leave you confused, anxious and feeling lonely. It generally includes frustration at how even the simplest things can be different in the new culture. The thing is though, culture shock can be seen as a problem but also as an opportunity. ____17____.
____18____
Perhaps the most obvious lesson learned with travel is the importance of language. Even just learning the basics of the local language can make getting about and making new friends easier. Trying to overcome the language barrier also teaches you about non-verbal communication. Since you can’t rely on what is being said, you learn to adapt, to people’s tone and body language. This makes you a better communicator.
Finding inspiration
____19____. In each of these creative fields you may come across new approaches or elements that you bring home with you; maybe it’s a certain combination of ingredients that you add to your cooking or a new style you adopt for your own home’s design.
Meeting new people
Meeting people and making friends while overseas is both a necessity and one of the most enjoyable aspects of the experience. ____20____, which enables you to meet people that you never would have known otherwise. You may be exposed to people from different walks of life, find a similar spirit, or both at the same time.
A Learning language skills
B. Developing body language
C. So you’re less likely to further experience a new culture
D. Travelling to new cultures is a great way to expand your social circle
E. Experiencing the local culture can expose you to local art, cuisine, architecture, etc.
F. Only by adjusting to and accepting new surroundings can you understand and appreciate it
G. But experiences like student or work exchange programs allow you to immerse(沉浸) in a new culture
【答案】16. G 17. F 18. A 19. E 20. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了体验一种新的文化的好处。
【16题详解】
上文“Often the best way to really explore a new place and culture is by spending abundant time there. A quick vacation may give you a glimpse(警) into your destination. (通常，真正探索一个新的地方和文化的最好方法是在那里度过大量的时间。短暂度假可以让你对目的地有个初步了解。)”提出探索一个新的地方和文化的最好方法是在那里度过大量的时间，短暂度假只能让你对目的地有个初步了解，G项“But experiences like student or work exchange programs allow you to immerse(沉浸) in a new culture(但是像学生或工作交换项目这样的经历可以让你沉浸在一种新的文化中。)”给出两种能让人沉浸在一种新的文化中的方式：学生或工作交换项目，与上文中“A quick vacation”构成转折关系，上下文语意连贯。故选G。
【17题详解】
上文“Culture shock is a response to your new surroundings when abroad that can leave you confused, anxious and feeling lonely. It generally includes frustration at how even the simplest things can be different in the new culture. The thing is though, culture shock can be seen as a problem but also as an opportunity. (文化冲击是你在国外对新环境的一种反应，它会让你困惑、焦虑和感到孤独。它通常包括对新文化中即使是最简单的事情也会有所不同的挫败感。问题是，文化冲击既可以被视为一个问题，也可以被视为一个机会。)”介绍了什么是文化冲击，结合段首标题“Dealing with culture shock(应对文化冲击)”可知本段最终要说明如果应对文化冲击，F项“Only by adjusting to and accepting new surroundings can you understand and appreciate it (只有适应和接受新的环境，你才能理解和欣赏它。)”给出应对文化冲击的办法“by adjusting to and accepting new surroundings”，照应主题。故选F。
【18题详解】
这里为本段小标题。根据下文“Perhaps the most obvious lesson learned with travel is the importance of language. Even just learning the basics of the local language can make getting about and making new friends easier. Trying to overcome the language barrier also teaches you about non-verbal communication. Since you can’t rely on what is being said, you learn to adapt, to people’s tone and body language. This makes you a better communicator. (也许从旅行中学到的最明显的教训就是语言的重要性。即使只是学习当地语言的基本知识也能让你更容易走动和结交新朋友。努力克服语言障碍还能教会你非语言交流。因为你不能依赖别人说的话，你要学会适应别人的语气和肢体语言。这会让你成为一个更好的沟通者。)”可知，本段主要介绍语言对体验新文化的重要性。所以A项“Learning language skills (学习语言技能)”是最佳主题句。故选A。
【19题详解】
根据后文“In each of these creative fields you may come across new approaches or elements that you bring home with you; maybe it’s a certain combination of ingredients that you add to your cooking or a new style you adopt for your own home’s design. (在这些创造性的领域中，你可能会遇到新的方法或元素，你带回家；也许是你在烹饪中添加的某种食材组合，或者是你为自己的家庭设计采用的一种新风格。)”可知，本段介绍通过当地的艺术、美食、建筑等方面来体验新的文化。所以E项“Experiencing the local culture can expose you to local art, cuisine, architecture, etc. (体验当地文化可以让你接触到当地的艺术、美食、建筑等。)”符合上下文语境。故选E。
【20题详解】
根据前句“Meeting people and making friends while overseas is both a necessity and one of the most enjoyable aspects of the experience. (在海外结识朋友是必要的，也是最令人愉快的经历之一。)”和后半句“which enables you to meet people that you never would have known otherwise. (它能让你认识一些你以前永远不会认识的人。)”可知，通过社交，结交朋友是体验新文化的好方法。所以D项“Travelling to new cultures is a great way to expand your social circle (到新的文化中旅行是扩大你的社交圈的好方法，)”符合上下文语境。故选D。
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
My family moved into a newly constructed home in Calgary 10 years ago. That year was full of promise. We ___21___ at the stream of incoming families during their move-in days. Hands were shaken. Couches were pulled up steps. But we saw ___22___ of each other as winter approached. Names were forgotten.
As the snow ___23___, many of the neighborhood’s kids began to learn how to ride a bike. Their mothers would be nearby, chatting. Dad wanted a place for children to play, a quiet place for parents to sit and relax, but more importantly, a ___24___ for everyone to leave the house and join the community. He began ___25___ benches.
He started knocking on doors and ___26___ hands. He chatted with Eric, a builder and then met with a designer. ___27___ began with me and my father. Within minutes there was a flock of young neighbors ___28___, each claiming they could help. ___29___ of us knew each other well, but all hands were on deck (全员出动). After a few hours, three benches formed a semi-circle on the avenue.
That afternoon marked the first of many weekend Neighbor Days. Kids ____30____ each other around while parents brought out food. ____31____ would carry on into the night. We often ____32____ there the following afternoon, as well as ____33____ afternoons and evenings in the years since.
I moved out for university four years ago, having learned to ____34____ value community. But I’ve never lived somewhere as social as my family neighborhood since.
There’s a saying: you must be a good neighbor to have good neighbors. My dad wasn’t thinking much about building those benches. He just wanted a place to sit on a Saturday afternoon. A place to bring the ____35____ together.
21. A. tore B. waved C. laughed D. aimed
22. A. many B. little C. more D. less
23. A. froze B. blocked C. melted D. accumulated
24. A. balance B. reason C. identity D. theory
25. A. imagining B. watched C. searching D. designing
26. A. retelling B. reshaping C. reshaking D. recalling
27. A. Painting B. Repair C. Destruction D. Construction
28. A. at hand B. under control C. with care D. in charge
29. A. All B. None C. Both D. Neither
30. A. raced B. arranged C. interrupted D. recorded
31. A. Performances B. Conversations C. Conflicts D. Demonstrations
32. A. broke out B. turned down C. ended up D. paid off
33. A. helpless B. selfless C. costless D. countless
34. A. doubtfully B. emotionally C. helplessly D. curiously
35. A. crew B. colleagues C. kids D. community
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. C 24. B 25. A 26. C 27. D 28. A 29. B 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者的爸爸用“长椅休憩区”的想法吸引了社区里的孩子和家长们聚集在此，玩耍，聊天，交流感情。如此“有人情味”的社区也给作者带来了深深的影响。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在他们迁入的日子里，我们向涌入的家庭挥手致意。A. tore撕碎，撕裂；B. waved挥手，挥动；C. laughed笑；D. aimed瞄准，以……为目标。根据后文“Hands were shaken.(握手。)”以及“the stream of incoming families during their move-in days(在他们迁入的日子里涌入的家庭)”可知，对待新搬来的人，应是欢迎的态度，“wave at”，意为“朝……挥手”，表示欢迎。故选B项。
【22题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：但随着冬天的临近，我们见面的时间越来越少。A. many很多；B. little很少，几乎没有；C. more更多的；D. less更少的。根据后文的“Names were forgotten.(名字被遗忘了。)”可知，邻居们的名字已被遗忘，且结合时间“as winter approached(当冬天来临时)”可推知，随着冬天的到来，大家的见面越来越少，以致最后连名字都忘了。故选D项。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当雪融化的时候，许多邻居的孩子开始学习如何骑自行车。A. froze结冰，上冻；B. blocked阻挡；C. melted融化；D. accumulated积累，堆积。根据后文“many of the neighborhood’s kids began to learn how to ride a bike(许多邻居的孩子开始学习如何骑自行车)”可知，孩子们开始出来活动了，说明雪融化了。故选C项。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：爸爸想要一个孩子玩耍的地方，一个安静的地方，让父母坐下来放松，但更重要的是，每个人都有一个离开家加入社区的理由。A. balance平衡；B. reason理由；C. identity身份；D. theory理论。“a reason for sb. to do”，意为“对于某人来说是做某事的正当理由”。故选B项。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他开始想象长椅。A. imagining想象，认为；B. watched观看；C. searching寻找；D. designing设计。根据前文“Dad wanted a place for children to play, a quiet place for parents to sit and relax(爸爸想要一个地方让孩子们玩耍，一个安静的地方让父母坐下来放松)”可知，爸爸认为这个可以玩耍，可以安静坐下来放松的地方是长椅，且与后文“My dad wasn’t thinking much about building those benches.(关于建造那些长椅，我的爸爸没有想太多。)”中“think about”相呼应，应是“imagining”。故选A项。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他开始敲门，重新握手。A. retelling复述，重新讲述；B. reshaping改变……的形状（或结构），重塑；C. reshaking重新握手，再次握手；D. recalling回忆。与前文“Hands were shaken.(握手。)”相呼应可知，这里应是爸爸敲了邻居家的门，再次握手认识彼此。故选C项。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我和爸爸开始建造。A. Painting绘画，油画；B. Repair修理，修补；C. Destruction毁灭，破坏；D. Construction建筑，建造。根据前文“He chatted with Eric, a builder and then met with a designer.(他和建筑商埃里克聊天，然后又见了一位设计师。)”可知，爸爸咨询了建筑商和设计师，下一步就是开始建造了。故选D项。
【28题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意：没过几分钟，一群年轻的邻居就来了，每个人都说他们可以帮忙。A. at hand在手边，即将到来；B. under control处于控制之下；C. with care小心地；D. in charge负责，主管。根据后文“each claiming they could help(每个人都声称他们可以帮忙)”可知，年轻的邻居们都跃跃欲试想要帮忙，这说明他们来了，就在旁边。故选A项。
【29题详解】
考查不定代词辨析。句意：我们彼此都不熟，但所有人一起行动。A. All所有的，全部；B. None无，一个都没有；C. Both两个都；D. Neither两个都不。根据前文“Names were forgotten.(名字被遗忘了。)”可知，名字都被遗忘了，肯定对所有人都不熟悉。故选B项。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当父母端出食物时，孩子们互相追逐。A. raced比赛，跑；B. arranged安排，布置；C. interrupted打扰，打断；D. recorded记录。根据主语“Kids(孩子们)”可知，当场地有了，好动的孩子们会追逐打闹。故选A项。
【31题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：谈话将持续到深夜。A. Performances表演，表现；B. Conversations对话，交谈；C. Conflicts矛盾，冲突；D. Demonstrations示范，展示。根据前文“parents brought out food(父母端出食物)”可知，父母们带来食物，俨然成了“茶话会”，聊天到很晚。故选B项。
【32题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：我们常常在第二天下午，以及此后的无数个下午和晚上，来到那里。A. broke out爆发，突发；B. turned down调小音量，拒绝；C. ended up结束，最后来到；D. paid off付清，取得成功。分析语境可知，“there”指代这个可供玩耍和休闲的地方，与地点搭配，应是“end up”，用在句中表达“我们经常第二天下午就到了那里”。故选C项。
【33题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们常常在第二天下午，以及此后的无数个下午和晚上，来到那里。A. helpless无助的；B. selfless无私的；C. costless不花钱的，无须付出代价的；D. countless无数的，数不胜数的。根据后文“afternoons and evenings in the years since(从那以后的下午和晚上)”可知，这样的时间有很多，数不清。故选D项。
【34题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：四年前，我为了上大学搬了出来，已经学会了在情感上重视社区。A. doubtfully怀疑地，含糊地；B. emotionally情绪上，情感上地；C. helplessly无助地；D. curiously好奇地。根据后文“But I’ve never lived somewhere as social as my family neighborhood since. (但从那以后，我再也没有住过像我家附近那样社交联谊的地方。)”可知，作者从自己的亲身体验中认识到社区的重要性，因此，他从“人情味”方面，更加珍惜和重视社区。故选B项。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：一个让社区团结起来的地方。A. crew全体工作人员，团队；B. colleagues同事；C. kids孩子；D. community社区，社团。与文章主题“有人情味的社区”相呼应，这里应是“community”。故选D项。
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
For the past 13 years, Martin Burrows has been working as a long-distance truck driver. Spending up to five nights a week on the road can be a lonely business, ____36____ (leave) him with plenty of time to notice his surroundings. “I kept seeing more rubbish everywhere and it was getting on my nerves. I decided I had to do something about it,” he says. One day, he stopped his vehicle, ____37____ (take) out a trash bag and started picking up the garbage. The satisfaction after clearing a small area was extremely ____38____ (remark).
Before his time on the road, Burrows spent over two decades in the military____39____ a vehicle driver. His service saw him stationed throughout Europe and also on tours in Afghanistan. After returning to civilian life, he was diagnosed with PTSD (创伤后应激障碍) and had to experience situations ____40____ his mental health suffered a lot in 2017. His ____41____ (contribute) in fund-raising for Help for Heroes led him ____42____ (meet) a man who used model-building as a distraction from PTSD. Burrows realized that his act of roadside cleanup had a similar calming effect on his mental well-being
By 2019, Burrows _____43_____ (begin) using his free time on the road to regularly clean up garbage. Some_____44_____ (passer-by) encouraged him to set up a Facebook group, which he called Truckers Cleaning Up Britain. Since truckers are so often on the move, the Facebook page acts as _____45_____ means of raising awareness rather than a platform for organizing cleanups. Burrows expressed his intention to continue the cleanup efforts as long as his physical condition allowed, as he still found joy in the process.
【答案】36. leaving
37. took 38. remarkable
39. as 40. where
41. contribution
42 to meet
43. had begun
44. passers-by
45. a
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章讲述了Martin Burrows这位长途卡车司机的故事，展示了他如何通过清理路边垃圾来贡献社会，并如何在个人层面上应对精神健康问题。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：每周有五个晚上都在路上度过，可能会让人感到孤独，但也为他留下了充足的时间观察周围环境。非谓语动词担当状语，主句一句话所产生的自然而然的结果，用现在分词形式。故填leaving。
【37题详解】
考查时态。句意：一天，他停下车，拿出一个垃圾袋，开始捡垃圾。这里为本句并列谓语动词，根据上文的“stopped”以及下文的“started”可知，空处时态为一般过去时。故填took。
【38题详解】
考查形容词。句意：清理一小块区域后的满足感是非常显著的。分析句子成分可知，空处为形容词担当表语。故填remarkable。
【39题详解】
考查介词。句意：在他开卡车之前， Burrows在军队里当了20多年的汽车司机。名词vehicle driver前用介词形式，意为“作为”，用介词as。故填as。
【40题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：回到平民生活后，他被诊断出患有创伤后应激障碍，并在2017年经历了精神健康受到很大影响的情况。这里为定语从句的关系词，先行词为“situations”，在定语从句中担做地点状语，用关系副词where。故填where。
【41题详解】
考查名词。句意：他为“Help for Heroes”筹款的捐款，让他认识了一个用模型制作来分散PTSD注意力的人。分析句子成分可知，空处为名词担当本句的主语。故填contribution。
【42题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：他为“Help for Heroes”筹款的捐款，让他认识了一个用模型制作来分散PTSD注意力的人。非谓语动词担当宾语补足语，宾语“him”和动词“meet”之间为主动关系，用动词不定式形式，构成短语：lead sb. to do sth.，意为“让某人做某事”。故填to meet。
【43题详解】
考查时态。句意：到2019年，Burrows开始利用他在路上的空闲时间定期清理垃圾。这里为本句谓语动词，根据时间状语“by 2019”可知，本句时态为过去完成时；主语为“Burrows”，单数，和动词“begin”之间为主动关系。故填had begun。
【44题详解】
考查名词的数。句意：一些路人鼓励他在Facebook上建立一个名为“卡车司机清理英国”的小组。根据空前的“some”可知，空处为可数名词的复数形式。故填passers-by。
【45题详解】
考查冠词。句意：Facebook更多作为一种提高意识的手段，而不是组织清理的平台。修饰名词单数，表示泛指“一种手段”，用不定冠词修饰。means首字母的发音为辅音音素。故填a。
第四部分 课内知识考查（共三节，满分25分）
第一节
根据语境，选择下框中的单词或短语选项替换句中划线部分的单词，使意思一致。
A. consisted of; B. leisure; C. proof; D. transform; E. tackle; F. exceptional; G. depressed;
46. Researchers claim to have found the evidence that getting a regular eight- hour sleep every night makes a real difference to our health. ______
47. I don’t know how to handle the situation , but an idea suddenly struck me that I could turn to my friend for help. ______
48. What was it that made her change form an average woman into an elegant lady ______
49. It disappointed him that nobody seemed to care. ______
50. At the age of five, he showed extraordinary talent as a musician. ______
51. My grandpa’s breakfast mainly included wholegrain biscuits and a glass of milk. ______
52. Students are encouraged to try a variety of free-time activities to decrease the intense stress from studying. ______
【答案】46 C 47. E 48. D 49. G 50. F 51. A 52. B
【解析】
【46题详解】
考查名词。句意：研究人员声称已经找到证据表明每晚规律八小时睡眠对我们的健康有真正的影响。根据句意可知，evidence意为“证据”，同义词是proof，故选C。
【47题详解】
考查动词。句意：我不知道如何处理这种情况，但我突然想到可以向我的朋友寻求帮助。根据句意可知，handle意为“处理”，同义词是tackle，故选E。
【48题详解】
考查动词。句意：是什么让她从一个普通女人变成了一位优雅的女士？根据句意可知，change意为“改变”，同义词是transform，故选D。
【49题详解】
考查动词。句意：令他失望的是，似乎没有人关心。根据句意可知，disappointed意为“使失望”，同义词是depressed，故选G。
【50题详解】
考查形容词。句意：五岁时，他就表现出了非凡的音乐家天赋。根据句意可知，extraordinary意为“非凡的”，同义词是exceptional，故选F。
【51题详解】
考查动词。句意：我爷爷的早餐主要包括全麦饼干和一杯牛奶。根据句意可知，included意为“包括”，同义词是consisted of，故选A。
【52题详解】
考查形容词。句意：学生们杯鼓励尝试各种空闲时间活动，以减轻学习带来的巨大压力。根据句意可知，free-time 意为“空闲时间”，同义词是leisure，故选B。
第二节 根据语境，选择下框中的短语，必要时用正确形式填空。注意单词的大小写。其中两项多余。（共8小题，每小题1分，满分8分）
选词填空
be comprised of ； subscribe to ； make sense； think outside the box ； engage in; stand out； stuff… with ； up to； in charge of ; expose… to…;
53. To settle the conflict between statistics and theory, scientists have to be creative, and _________—approach the problem from different directions.
54. Despite various tough living conditions, they remained actively __________ their scientific research.
55. I finally made up my mind to remove the cupboard _________ old books.
56. People usually give two completely contradictory descriptions so it is _______ you to make the right decisions.
57. We have __________ an evening paper, which is our family tradition for generations.
58. The man _______ the project was charged with theft.
59. Most of the applicants were turned down, but he ended up ___________ because he was good at cooperating with others.
60. Too much _______________ TV programmes will do great harm to children’s eyesight.
【答案】53. think outside the box
54. engaged in
55. stuffed with
56. up to 57. subscribed to
58. in charge of
59. standing out
60. exposure to
【解析】
【53题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：为了解决统计和理论之间的冲突，科学家们必须具有创造性，跳出固有思维，从不同的方向解决问题。根据“be creative, and”以及句意“跳出固有思维”可知应填think outside the box，have to后跟动词原形。故填think outside the box。
【54题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：尽管生活条件艰苦，他们仍然积极从事科学研究。根据“Despite various tough living conditions”以及句意“从事”可知应填engage in，此处作表语应用engaged in，故填engaged in。
【55题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：我终于下定决心把塞满旧书的柜子搬走。根据“old books”以及句意“塞满……”可知stuff...with符合题意，与cupboard构成被动关系，故用过去分词作定语。故填stuffed with。
【56题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：人们通常会给出两种完全矛盾的描述，所以这取决于你做出正确的决定。根据“you to make the right decisions”以及句意“取决于”可知应填up to，故填up to。
【57题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：我们订了一份晚报，这是我们家几代人的传统。根据“an evening paper”以及句意“订阅”可知应填subscribe to，结合have可知为现在完成时，空处填过去分词，故填subscribed to。
【58题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：负责该项目的人被指控犯有盗窃罪。根据“the project”以及句意“负责”可知应填in charge of，介词短语作后置定语，故填in charge of。
【59题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：大多数申请人都被拒绝了，但他最终脱颖而出，因为他善于与他人合作。根据“because he was good at cooperating with others”以及句意“脱颖而出”可知应填stand out，end up doing sth.“最终做某事”是固定搭配，故填standing out。
【60题详解】
考查固定短语。句意：看太多的电视节目对孩子们的视力有很大的危害。根据“TV programmes will do great harm to children’s eyesight”以及句意“接触”可知应填expose…to…，此处作主语，应用名词短语exposure to，故填exposure to。
第三节 根据课文原文完成句子。（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）
61. _____________ _____________ the authors of the Story of Qian Xuesen _____________ a man with “great scientific thought and scientific spirit” who was _____________ and served his homeland with effort , achievement, and devotion, Qian was an extremely well- respected man.
钱学森备受人们的尊敬，《钱学森的故事》一书的作者称他为一位具有“伟大科学思想和科学精神”的人，并且他热爱祖国，甘于奉献，成就斐然。
【答案】 ①. Described ②. by ③. as ④. patriotic
【解析】
【详解】考查固定短语和形容词。结合句意“称某人为……”应用describe sb. as，此处与Qian构成被动关系，故用过去分词作状语，首字母大写；表示“被作者”应用介词by；表示“爱国的”应用形容词patriotic，作表语。故填①Described；②by；③as；④patriotic。
62. _____________ _____________, different _____________ _____________ teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students.
此外，不同的教和学的方式对很多学生来说也是一种冲击。
【答案】 ①. In ②. addition ③. approaches ④. to
【解析】
【详解】考查固定短语。表示“此外”短语为in addition，句首单词首字母大写；表示“……的方式”短语为approach to，根据different可知，名词approach应用其复数形式。故填①In；②addition；③approaches；④to。
63. There is much debate nowadays_____________ _____________ what _____________ _____________ a healthy diet.
当下，何为健康饮食仍众说纷纭。
【答案】 ①. as ②. to ③. makes ④. up
【解析】
【详解】考查介词和动词短语。根据句子结构，表示“关于”为复合介词as to；表示“为（构成，组成）”为动词短语make up，本句描述现实情况，用一般现在时，宾语从句中主语为what，是单数，主谓一致。故填①as；②to；③makes；④up。
64. Chemical pesticides and _____________ _____________ have been in _____________ _____________ in farming since the middle of the 20th century.
自20世纪中叶以来，化学农药和人工肥料便广泛应用于耕作。
【答案】 ①. artificial ②. fertilizers ③. widespread ④. use
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词和名词。对比中英文可知，第一和二空表示“人工肥料”，“人工的”应用形容词artificial，“肥料”应用名词fertilizer，且结合空前的“pesticides”可知，同作主语的fertilizer应用复数形式；第三和四空表示“广泛应用”，结合空前的“have been in”可知，可用固定短语be in use表示“在使用中”，修饰use的定语“广泛”可用形容词widespread。故填①artificial；②fertilizers；③widespread；④use。
65. Although some foreign students live in_____________ _____________ , Xie Lei chose to live with a host family who can help with her _____________ _____________ the new culture.
虽然一些留学生住在学校里，但谢蕾选择住在寄宿家庭，这有助于她适应异国文化。
【答案】 ①. campus ②. accommodation ③. adaptation ④. to
【解析】
【详解】考查名词短语、固定搭配。介词in后表示“学校里（校园住宿）”为名词短语campus accommodation(不可数),作宾语；形容词性物主代词her后表示“适应”为名词adaptation(不可数)，作介词with的宾语，adaptation to是固定搭配。故填①campus；②accommodation；③adaptation；④to。
第五部分 应用文写作（满分15分）
66. 假定你是校学生会主席李华，你校文化社团将举行有关饮食文化的知识讲座。请你给来自新西兰的交换生 Kevin 写封邮件，邀请他参加，内容包括：
1、 时间及地点；
2、讲座内容：中国饮食文化的影响；
3、 请他介绍新西兰 New Zealand 的饮食文化。
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。
Dear Kevin,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Kevin,
I am writing to invite you to attend the knowledge lecture to be organised by our school culture club next Friday afternoon in our school hall.
During the lecture, we’ll introduce the influence of Chinese food culture on the world culture and traditional Chinese food and table manners. This will be a good opportunity for you to have a further understanding of it.
Moreover, I’d like you to introduce food culture in New Zealand from which I believe we can learn much. Looking forward to your coming.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给来自新西兰的交换生 Kevin 写封邮件，邀请他参加学校文化社团将举行的有关饮食文化的知识讲座。
【详解】1.词汇积累
影响：influence→impact
好的：good→nice
机会：opportunity→chance
另外：moreover→besides
2.句式拓展
同意句替换
原句：I am writing to invite you to attend the knowledge lecture to be organised by our school culture club next Friday afternoon in our school hall.
拓展句：I am writing to invite you to attend the knowledge lecture which will be organised by our school culture club next Friday afternoon in our school hall.
【点睛】【高分句型1】I am writing to invite you to attend the knowledge lecture to be organised by our school culture club next Friday afternoon in our school hall. (运用了非谓语动词不定式的被动式作定语)
【高分句型2】Moreover, I’d like you to introduce food culture in New Zealand from which I believe we can learn much. (运用了介词+which引导的限制性定语从句)
