恩施高中2022级2024年春季学期入学考试
英语试卷
(分数：150分，时间：120分钟)
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What would the woman like to do
A. Help someone type papers.
B. Have the papers checked.
C. Go over the papers herself.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. A position. B. A weekend plan. C. The man’s company.
3. Where will the woman go this afternoon
A. An office party. B. An opera house. C. A shopping mall.
4. What does the woman prefer to do
A. Work out alone. B. Exercise with someone. C. Eat breakfast at the cafe.
5. What does the woman like most about the city
A. The parks. B. The old buildings. C. The French restaurant.
第二节(共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第6至第7两个小题。
6. How does the man feel about his major
A. Uninterested. B. Inspired. C. Confused.
7. What does the man want to do after graduation
A. Become a lawyer. B. Study further in Mexico. C. Start his own business.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第9两个小题。
8. Where can the woman visit some relatives
A. In California. B. In Puerto Rico. C. In San Francisco.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Mother and son. B. Husband and wife. C. Brother and sister.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Why does the woman express thanks to the man
A. He’ll drive her home. B. He’ll shop with her. C. He’ll entertain her friends.
11. What’s the advantage of a convenience store for the man
A. Longer business hours. B. The lower price. C. Much more selection.
12. What will the woman do next
A. Eat hamburgers. B. Stay at the cash counter. C. Compare different brands.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. What happened to the woman at the beginning
A. She lost her phone.
B. She couldn’t find the way.
C. She was trapped in heavy snow.
14. Why did the woman turn off the engine
A. The car was running out of gas.
B. She stopped to answer a call.
C. The engine couldn’t work properly.
15. How did the woman keep warm
A. By drinking hot tea. B. By using the car heater. C. By having more clothes on.
16. What did the emergency services do
A. They called an ambulance.
B. They led the woman to her home.
C. They helped the woman go to the main road.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
17. When is Sweetest Day
A. The second Saturday in October.
B. The third Sunday in October.
C. The third Saturday in October.
18. What is the purpose of Sweetest Day
A. To make friends. B. To make someone happy. C. To make cities more beautiful.
19. Who did the Cleveland man help
A. His friends and relatives.
B. The aged and his neighbors.
C. The city’s orphans and patients.
20. How did the Cleveland man start Sweetest Day
A. By offering hugs.
B. By giving away small gifts.
C. By distributing some cash.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题：每小题1.5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
Bike-friendly cities around the world
Cycling is kind to the environment so it is an excellent way to take in the city. Here are 4 bike-friendly cities adopting this green mode of transport to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Malm , Sweden
Cycling in Malm is enjoyable due to the relaxed and easy-going manner of most cyclists. The calming atmosphere makes it a great experience, even for nervous riders. A highly recommended bike route is from Ribersborg park to Limhamn Harbour, where riders can take a few good photos of the famous resund Bridge.
Beijing, China
In the 1970s, bicycles were the main mode of transportation for people in Beijing. However, dedicated (专用的) cycle paths for cyclists were limited. Only in May 2019, did the city launch its first achievement in cycling facility is worth a shout-out for a city with over 21 million people.
Bogota, Colombia
Bogota first introduced the concept of cycle path in 1974. The idea sees cars being banned from city roads every Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., helping cyclists, runners and walkers exercise safely. Since then, the city has slowly but steadily expanded the program, including setting up dedicated cycle paths. As a result, Bogota now has 550km of bike paths and is the most bike-friendly city in Latin America.
Montréal, Canada
Montréal has already established protected bike paths since the 1980s. BIXI is the city’s bike-sharing system with 9,600 bikes and almost 800 stations. Cyclists can make their visit to the Tour de L’lle Montreal, a yearly bike ride where cyclists take to the streets for a day without any other vehicles being allowed on the roads.
1. Which city will attract cyclists interested in photography
A. Beijing. B. Malm . C. Montréal. D. Bogota.
2. What do Beijing and Bogota have in common
A. Improvement in cycling facility.
B. Shift in primary means of transportation.
C. Regular investment in building bicycle paths.
D. Multiple specific cycle paths connecting districts.
3. What makes Montréal different from other cities
A. The most bike-friendly city. B. The oldest protected bike paths.
C. An annual bicycle event. D. The most calming effect on cyclists.
【答案】1. B 2. A 3. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了四个采用绿色交通方式来减少温室气体排放的自行车友好型城市。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Malm , Sweden中的“A highly recommended bike route is from Ribersborg park to Limhamn Harbour, where riders can take a few good photos of the famous resund Bridge.(强烈推荐从Ribersborg公园到Limhamn港的自行车路线，在那里骑车者可以给著名的 resund大桥拍几张照片。)”可知，Malm 会吸引对摄影感兴趣的骑行者，故选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Beijing, China中的“Only in May 2019, did the city launch its first achievement in cycling facility is worth a shout-out for a city with over 21 million people.(直到2019年5月，这座城市才在自行车设施方面取得了第一个成就，对于一个拥有2100多万人口的城市来说，这是值得称赞的。)”和根据Bogota, Colombia中的“Bogota first introduced the concept of cycle path in 1974. The idea sees cars being banned from city roads every Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., helping cyclists, runners and walkers exercise safely. Since then, the city has slowly but steadily expanded the program, including setting up dedicated cycle paths.(Bogota于1974年首次引入了自行车道的概念。根据这一想法，每周日早上7点到下午2点，城市道路上禁止汽车行驶，以帮助骑自行车、跑步和步行的人安全锻炼。从那时起，该市缓慢但稳步地扩大了这一计划，包括建立专用的自行车道。)”可知，北京和Bogota的共同点是都改善了单车设施。故选A。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Montréal, Canada中的“Cyclists can make their visit to the Tour de L’lle Montreal, a yearly bike ride where cyclists take to the streets for a day without any other vehicles being allowed on the roads.(骑自行车的人可以去参加环蒙特利尔自行车赛，这是一年一度的自行车比赛，骑自行车的人在街上骑行一天，其他车辆都不允许上路。)”可知，让蒙特利尔不同于其他城市的是它有一年一度的自行车活动。故选C。
B
The input Dad has on my career is incomparable. My earliest memories are of Dad sitting in the kitchen playing the guitar, listening to his favourite song by his favourite singer, and encouraging his little girl to poke (戳) keys randomly on the piano. Even watching Top of the Pops, he would get so passionate about music in it. We weren’t a religious family, but there was something spiritual about Dad’s connection with music.
Music also became a source of comfort for me. I failed to do well academically at school and had no friends. Being at school consumed so much of my emotional energy. Instead of going to school to learn stuff, I felt as though I was simply trying to get people to like me. Things were better, but the only time I truly felt happy was when I was at home listening to music with Mum and Dad or writing songs on the piano —and the older I got, the more powerful music felt.
Dad was always my biggest supporter. When I started giving live performances at the local bar, he was the one who drove me there and back. Freeing up that time wasn’t easy for an actor. His job might mean three weeks in the Czech Republic or working with George Lucas on The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones in Hollywood.
Dad has been involved with some amazing stuff, but Daddy Pig is the one that’s had the biggest impact all over the world. When I was flying to Australia for my first tour, I was trying to find something to watch on the little screen and I noticed they had Peppa Pig. If I’m missing home and family, I always put it on. Daddy Pig is a fairly real version of my dad —he loves chocolate cake, he’s funny and usually breaks things when he’s trying to mend them. Mum and Dad were friends with one of the producers of the show and I often wonder if he looked at my dad and thought, “That’s him …that’s Daddy Pig.”
4. What can we learn about the author’s father
A. He was good at writing songs.
B. He was attached to music in his soul.
C. He encouraged her to play the guitar.
D. He was passionate about watching TV series.
5. How did the author’s father support her career
A. By picking her up in a tight schedule.
B. By doing a demanding job as an actor.
C. By watching her musical performances.
D. By giving live performances at the local bar.
6. Why did the author mention Peppa Pig
A. It’s her favourite childhood cartoon.
B. She saw her father through Daddy Pig.
C. She took pride in this world famous cartoon.
D. It’s a cartoon about her hometown and motherland.
7. Which of the following can best describe the author’s Dad
A. Funny and honest. B. Strict and hardworking.
C. Famous and patient. D. Supportive and influential.
【答案】4. B 5. A 6. B 7. D
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了作者在父亲的熏陶下，对音乐的热爱，以及音乐也成了作者的慰藉。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“My earliest memories are of Dad sitting in the kitchen playing the guitar, listening to his favourite song by his favourite singer, and encouraging his little girl to poke (戳) keys randomly on the piano. Even watching Top of the Pops, he would get so passionate about music in it. We weren’t a religious family, but there was something spiritual about Dad’s connection with music. (我最早的记忆是爸爸坐在厨房弹吉他，听他最喜欢的歌手唱他最爱的歌，鼓励他的小女儿戳钢琴上随意弹奏的键。即使看《流行音乐之巅》，他也会对其中的音乐充满热情。我们不是一个宗教家庭，但父亲与音乐的联系有一些精神上的东西。)”可知，在作者记忆里，父亲是一个对音乐充满激情的人，他与音乐有着一些精神上的联系，故选B。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Dad was always my biggest supporter. When I started giving live performances at the local bar, he was the one who drove me there and back. (父亲总是我最大的支持者。当我开始在当地酒吧进行现场表演时，他开车送我接送我。)”可知，在作者在当地酒吧演出时，作者的父亲接送他，故选A。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“If I’m missing home and family, I always put it on. Daddy Pig is a fairly real version of my dad —he loves chocolate cake, he’s funny and usually breaks things when he’s trying to mend them. (如果我想家了，我就会放这部动画片。猪爸爸是我爸爸的真实版——他喜欢巧克力蛋糕，他很有趣，通常在修补时会把东西弄坏。)”可知，作者提到《小猪佩奇》里的爸爸是因为作者在想家时，看到猪爸爸就像是看到了自己的爸爸，因为猪爸爸是她爸爸的真实版，故选B。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Dad was always my biggest supporter. (父亲总是我最大的支持者。)”和文章第二段“Things were better, but the only time I truly felt happy was when I was at home listening to music with Mum and Dad or writing songs on the piano —and the older I got, the more powerful music felt. (情况好多了，但我唯一真正感到快乐的时候是在家里和爸爸妈妈一起听音乐或在钢琴上写歌——我年级越大，音乐就越有力量。)”可推知，父亲是作者最大的支持者，故父亲是支持的；父亲喜欢音乐，作者真正感到快乐的时候就说在家里和爸妈一起听音乐，故作者喜欢音乐是受父亲的熏陶，故父亲是有影响力的，故选D。
C
According to a new USDA(the U.S.Department of Agriculture)report,U.S.forests could worsen global warming because they are being destroyed by natural disasters and are losing their ability to absorb planet-warming gases as they get older.The report predicts that the ability of forests to absorb carbon will start declining after 2025 and that forests could release up to 100 million metric tons of carbon a year as their emissions from decaying(腐烂)trees go above their carbon absorption.Forests could become a“substantial carbon source”by 2070,the USDA report says.
The loss of carbon absorption is driven in part by natural disasters such as wildfires, tornadoes and hurricanes,which are increasing in frequency and strength as global temperatures rise.The disasters destroy forestland,destroying its ecosystem and decreasing its ability to absorb carbon,according to Lynn Riley,a senior manager of climate science at the American Forest Foundation.Aging forests also contribute.The report found that older,mature trees absorb less carbon than younger trees of the same species,and U.S.forests are rapidly aging.
This trend is likely to continue,as forests come under increasing threat from climate change and exploitation(开采).The typical tropical forest may become a carbon source by the 2060s,according to Simon Lewis,professor in the school of geography at Leeds University. “Humans have been lucky so far,as tropical forests are cleaning up lots of our pollution,but they can’t keep doing that indefinitely,”he said.“We need to cut down fossil fuel emissions before the global carbon cycle starts working against us.”
U.S.forests currently absorb 11 percent of U.S.carbon emissions,or 150 million metric tons of carbon a year,equal to the combined emissions from 40 coal power plants,according to there port.The loss of forests as natural carbon absorbers will require the U.S.to cut emissions more rapidly to reach net zero.“As we work to decarbonize(碳减排),forests are one of the greatest tools.If we were to lose that tool,it means we will contribute that much more in emissions,”Riley said.
8. What is the main finding of the report
A. Forests are suffering from decaying trees.
B Forests could contribute to global warming.
C. Forests are being destroyed by natural disasters.
D. Forests have become substantial carbon absorbers.
9. What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A. The key role of forests in the ecosystem.
B. The consequences of frequent natural disasters.
C The impact of rising global temperatures on forests.
D. The reasons for forests’ declining ability to absorb carbon.
10. What is Simon Lewis’ suggestion on addressing the problem
A. Reducing fossil fuel emissions.
B. Cleaning up decaying trees in time.
C. Planting trees on a large scale.
D. Limiting the exploitation of forests.
11. What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph
A. To offer suggestions on forest management.
B. To stress the significance of forest protection.
C. To present the efforts made to reach net zero.
D. To show the carbon emissions from coal power plants.
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. A 11. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述了美国农业部的一份新报告称森林在未来可能会加剧全球变暖，而非缓解全球变暖，到2070年，森林甚至可能会成为主要的碳排放者。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一句话“According to a new USDA (the U.S. Department of Agriculture) report, U.S. forests could worsen global warming because they are being destroyed by natural disasters and are losing their ability to absorb planet-warming gases as they get older.(根据美国农业部（USDA）的一份新报告森林可能会加剧全球变暖，因为它们正在受到自然灾害的破坏，并且随着年龄的增长，它们正在失去吸收导致地球变暖气体的能力)”可知，该报告的主要发现是森林可能导致全球变暖。故选B。
【9题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段内容，结合“The loss of carbon absorption is driven in part by natural disasters such as wildfires, tornadoes and hurricanes, which are increasing in frequency and strength as global temperatures rise.(碳吸收的减少部分是由野火、龙卷风和飓风等自然灾害造成的，随着全球气温上升，这些自然灾害的频率和强度都在增加)”以及“Aging forests also contribute.(森林老化也是原因之一)”可知，本段主要列举了几个导致森林吸收碳能力减少的原因，如自然灾害、森林老化等。故选D。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段最后一句话“We need to cut down fossil fuel emissions before the global carbon cycle starts working against us.(我们需要在全球碳循环开始对我们不利之前减少化石燃料的排放)”可知，Simon Lewis建议减少化石燃料排放。故选A。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“U.S. forests currently absorb 11 percent of U.S. carbon emissions, or 150 million metric tons of carbon a year, equal to the combined emissions from 40 coal power plants, according to there port. The loss of forests as natural carbon absorbers will require the U.S.to cut emissions more rapidly to reach net zero. ‘As we work to decarbonize (碳减排), forests are one of the greatest tools. If we were to lose that tool, it means we will contribute that much more in emissions,’ Riley said.(根据该港口的数据，美国森林目前吸收了美国11%的碳排放量，即每年1.5亿吨碳，相当于40座燃煤电厂的总排放量。作为天然碳吸收器的森林的消失将要求美国更快地减少排放，以达到净零排放。‘在我们努力脱碳的过程中，森林是最伟大的工具之一。如果我们失去了这个工具，这意味着我们将在排放方面做出更大的贡献，’Riley说)”可知，森林在吸收碳方面起着重要作用，如果森林消失，意味着对排放量有非常高的要求，故本段主要是在分析森林保护的重要性。故选B。
D
A lot of manufactured glass today made from sand and sodium carbonate (碳酸钠) can be reused or melted down and recycled into new items, but it doesn’t break down in the environment and will sit in landfills for thousands of years. A team of Chinese scientists aimed to deal with this environmental concern by developing an Eco-conscious alternative.
In a study published recently in the journal Science Advances, a team at the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Process Engineering describe how they engineered biodegradable (可生物降解的) glass made from amino acids (氨基酸). That glass would have a smaller impact on the environment and can break down in a few weeks or in several months.
In a test, glass beads (玻璃珠) made out of amino acids were placed under the skin of mice, and the breakdown of the beads and the skin healing process were observed for 30 days. A diagram from the study showed how the mice’s bodies broke down the beads. In that month, the glass implant degraded beneath the skin, the wound site recovered,and fur grew back. “Throughout the experimental period, no mice exhibited any pain-related behavior that may have been caused by the glass implantation,and none of them experienced obvious weight loss,” the researchers wrote in their paper.
Although amino acids do degrade over time in the environment, this biodegradable glass is notes durable as traditional glass, because amino acids can break down quickly in high temperature. In order to overcome this hurdle, the researchers chemically improved the amino acids using the heating-cooling procedure applied in glass manufacturing. This is when materials for the glass are heated to become soft and then rapidly cooled so as to make the glass tougher.
“It’s important to point out that this biodegradable glass is currently in the lab stage, and far from large-scale commercialization,” emphasized Yan Xuehai, a professor involved in the study, in a press release.
12 What is an advantage of the new glass
A. It takes less time to break down.
B. It can be recycled at a lower cost.
C. It has a wider range of applications.
D. It can be produced on a larger scale.
13. Why did researchers implant glass beads inside mice
A. To investigate why amino acids are medically useful.
B. To assess whether the glass is biologically harmless.
C. To explore how long it takes for the glass to degrade.
D. To observe if the glass can be melt down in mice’s stomach.
14. What does the underlined word “hurdle” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. The difficulty of selecting materials for the glass.
B. The challenge of improving glass manufacturing.
C. The instability of amino acids in high temperature.
D. The environmental problems caused by amino acids.
15. Which can be the best title for the text
A. Biodegradable Glass: Closer to Sustainability
B. Biodegradable Glass: Ready to Hit the Market
C. Amino Acids Lower Costs of Glass Manufacturing
D. Amino Acids Cast New Light on Glass Application
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. C 15. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国科学院的专家团队利用氨基酸研制出了一种可降解的环保玻璃。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章的第一句“A lot of manufactured glass today made from sand and sodium carbonate (碳酸钠) can be reused or melted down and recycled into new items, but it doesn’t break down in the environment and will sit in landfills for thousands of years.(今天，许多由沙子和碳酸钠制成的人造玻璃可以重复使用或熔化并回收制成新物品，但它不会在环境中分解，将在垃圾填埋场中放置数千年)”和第二段最后一句话“That glass would have a smaller impact on the environment and can break down in a few weeks or in several months.(这种玻璃对环境的影响较小，可以在几周或几个月内分解)”可知，新型玻璃的优点是可以更短的时间内分解，故选A。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段内容“Throughout the experimental period, no mice exhibited any pain-related behavior that may have been caused by the glass implantation, and none of them experienced obvious weight loss(在整个实验期间，没有老鼠表现出可能由玻璃植入引起的任何与疼痛相关的行为，也没有老鼠出现明显的体重减轻)”可知，科学家把氨基酸做成的玻璃珠植入小白鼠皮下是为了观察在玻璃珠溶解的过程中，小白鼠是否会呈现出痛苦的动作或者体重减少等症状。故选B。
【14题详解】
词义猜测题。根据第四段，尤其是该词的前一句话“Although amino acids do degrade over time in the environment, this biodegradable glass is notes durable as traditional glass, because amino acids can break down quickly in high temperature.(虽然氨基酸在环境中会随着时间的推移而降解，但这种可生物降解玻璃比传统玻璃更耐用，因为氨基酸在高温下会迅速分解)”可知，这种氨基酸玻璃确实可以随着时间的推移降解在环境中，但是它却不如传统的玻璃那样经久耐用，因为氨基酸在高温条件下很容易快速降解。所以下文中的“hurdle”指的是可降解玻璃的这种不耐久性。故选C。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据文章内容，结合第二段中“In a study published recently in the journal Science Advances, a team at the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Process Engineering describe how they engineered biodegradable (可生物降解的) glass made from amino acids (氨基酸).(在最近发表在《科学进展》杂志上的一项研究中，中国科学院过程工程研究所的一个研究小组描述了他们是如何设计出由氨基酸制成的可生物降解玻璃的)”可知，文章主要讲述中国科学院的专家团队利用氨基酸研制出了一种可降解的环保玻璃，因此A项“可生物降解玻璃：更接近可持续性”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。
How colour psychology influences your dinner party guests
After spending hours cooking and preparing the table setting for your guests, you hope that everyone enjoys your recipes. But it’s not all about the quality of the ingredients and the skills of the cook. ____16____Whether it is a plate, a glass, a bowl or a cup, colour makes a significant impact on your guests.
___17___After that first impression, the brain integrates the visual information and affects perception(认知), making you think that the same food is excellent, good or average. Thus, the goal for dinner parties is to ensure that the food looks pleasing to the eye, so your guests will think it tastes as good as it looks.
Bowl colour influences the desirability of food for picky eaters, as well as the perception of saltiness. Picky eaters tend to perceive meals in red and blue bowls as saltier compared to white. And they are more unwilling to try new food in a red bowl. ___18___
You can never go wrong with a white plate. Just avoid it when the food served is pale. For desserts, white is ideal because it increases flavors and enhances sweetness. ____19____ Serving food in a black bowl can increase perceptions of its saltiness and portion size.
To bring extra aesthetic(审美的)appeal, creativity and to highlight foods lacking in colour, you can serve your meal on bright plates. But be careful! ____20____Similar ingredient colors to the tableware make everything integrate together and your guests think they have less food.
A. It starts with your sight.
B. But the result of dark plates can vary a little.
C. However, the rules of colour may not apply to all.
D. Besides, colourful plates are preferred by choosy eaters.
E. Food should only look more vivid depending on the meal.
F. The tableware is also an essential element, especially the colour.
G. So, for demanding guests, choose the colour of the tableware first.
【答案】16. F 17. A 18. G 19. B 20. E
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲的是色彩心理如何影响宴会客人。
【16题详解】
上文“But it’s not all about the quality of the ingredients and the skills of the cook.(但这并不完全取决于食材的质量和厨师的技巧。)”和下文“Whether it is a plate, a glass, a bowl or a cup, colour makes a significant impact on your guests.(无论是盘子、玻璃杯、碗还是杯子，颜色都会对你的客人产生重大影响。)”说明除了菜肴的质量，餐具的颜色也会对客人产生影响。选项F“餐具也是必不可少的元素，尤其是颜色。”起到过渡作用，承上启下。故选F项。
【17题详解】
下文“After that first impression, the brain integrates the visual information and affects perception(认知), making you think that the same food is excellent, good or average.(在第一印象之后，大脑整合视觉信息并影响感知，使你认为同样的食物是极好的、不错的或一般的。)”说明在第一印象之后，大脑整合视觉信息并影响感知，此处应为与对食物的第一印象相关的句子，选项A“它从你的视力开始。”引起下文，对食物的第一印象从视力开始，在第一印象之后，大脑整合视觉信息并影响感知。故选A项。
【18题详解】
上文“Picky eaters tend to perceive meals in red and blue bowls as saltier compared to white. And they are more unwilling to try new food in a red bowl.(挑剔的食客往往认为红色和蓝色碗里的食物比白色碗里的更咸。他们更不愿意尝试红碗里的新食物。)”说明针对挑剔的客人要挑选好餐具的颜色，选项G“因此，对于要求苛刻的客人，请先选择餐具的颜色。”承接上文，是对上文的总结。故选G项。
【19题详解】
上文“For desserts, white is ideal because it increases flavors and enhances sweetness.(对于甜点来说，白色是理想的，因为它能增加味道和甜味。)”与下文“Serving food in a black bowl can increase perceptions of its saltiness and portion size.(用黑色碗盛食物可以增加人们对其咸味和份量的感知。)”存在转折的关系，空处应用表示转折的逻辑关系，选项B“但暗色的盘子结果可能会有所不同。”表示转折关系，承上启下。故选B项。
【20题详解】
上文“To bring extra aesthetic(审美的)appeal, creativity and to highlight foods lacking in colour, you can serve your meal on bright plates. But be careful!(为了带来额外的审美吸引力、创造力和突出缺乏颜色的食物，你可以用明亮的盘子上菜。但是要小心!)”说明用明亮的盘子上菜，可以带来审美吸引力和创造力并突出缺乏颜色的食物，但是要小心，下文与上文构成转折关系，明确要小心的内容。选项E“食物只能取决于食物的不同看起来更生动。”承接上文，说明了要小心的内容，同时引出下文“Similar ingredient colors to the tableware make everything integrate together and your guests think they have less food.(与餐具相似的食材颜色使所有东西都融合在一起，你的客人会认为他们的食物更少。)”进一步解释说明要小心的内容。故选E项。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
After ten years in the same company, I found my job was no longer fun. However, I didn’t have the confidence to apply for new jobs due to lack of experience. I felt ___21___.
A friend suggested another path- ___22___. I had toyed with the idea of studying for a master’s degree but ___23___ stood in my way. Yet I found a course at London College of Communication, ___24___ my job and enrolled (注册).
During the 18 months that followed, I began to flourish (茁壮成长). Not only had I found the courage to take my life forward in a new and ___25___ direction but the self-doubt that had followed me around like a shadow began to ___26___ gradually. My classmates and I treated each other as ___27___: Younger students ___28___ my experience and knowledge when it came to group work. I made new friends and joined committees.
I also decided to move out of home. Living in student halls was a(n) ___29___. The life in halls added to my sense of ___30___and confidence. I was ___31___ new things every day. Even making myself a meal or managing my small living space made me feel ___32___.
Soon after completing my master’s, I made my way back through the university gate-this time to ___33___. I am now a lecturer on the same course that I took. I ___34___ the person I was before and smile-she didn’t yet know her ___35___.
21.
A. guilty B. humble C. ashamed D. stuck
22.
A. communication B. education C. management D. training
23.
A. competence B. self-discipline C. confidence D. self-doubt
24.
A. quit B. completed C. lost D. switched
25.
A. uncertain B. permanent C. exciting D. opposite
26.
A. occur B. approach C. disappear D. gather
27.
A. equals B. opponents C. strangers D. elders
28.
A. valued B. questioned C. ignored D. strengthened
29.
A. embarrassment B. failure C. challenge D. experience
30.
A. freedom B. safety C. independence D. justice
31.
A. copying B. learning C. missing D. ordering
32.
A. tough B. rewarding C. impossible D. meaningless
33.
A. visit B. interview C. lead D. teach
34.
A. look back on B. keep away from C. catch up with D. hold on to
35.
A. limit B. duty C. worth D. career
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. D 24. A 25. C 26. C 27. A 28. A 29. D 30. C 31. B 32. B 33. D 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者在工作中遇到瓶颈时，又回到校园进修学习，完全体验学生生活，收获颇多。最终回到大学成为讲师。
【21题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我觉得被困住了。A. guilty愧疚的，有罪的；B. humble谦逊的；C. ashamed惭愧的；D. stuck被困住的，被卡住的。根据上文“After ten years in the same company, I found my job was no longer fun. However, I didn’t have the confidence to apply for new jobs due to lack of experience.”可知，作者现在的工作不愿做了，又没有自信找新工作。由此可知，作者觉得自己被困住了，进退两难。故选D项。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：一位朋友提出了另一种路径：教育。A. communication沟通，交流；B. education教育；C. management经营，管理；D. training训练。根据下文“Yet I found a course at London College of Communication, __4__ my job and enrolled.”可知，作者是按照朋友的建议去回到大学进修学位，是去接受教育。故选B项。
【23题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我曾有过攻读硕士学位的念头，但自我怀疑阻碍了我的前进。A. competence能力；B. self-discipline自律；C. confidence信心；D. self-doubt自我怀疑。根据上文“I had toyed with the idea of studying for a master’s degree”和下文“stood in theway”可知，该空应填阻止作者去攻读学位的原因，结合下文“but the self-doubt that had followed me around like a shadow”可知，self-doubt为原词复现，与第三空呼应。故选D项。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，我在London College of Communication找到了一门课程，辞去了工作，进入了学校。A. quit停止，辞去；B. completed完成；C. lost失去；D. switched转换。根据空前的“found a course at London College of Communication”及空后的enrolled可知，作者应该是辞去现有工作去注册报名了大学课程，去进修学习。故选A项。
【25题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我不仅找到了勇气，带领我的生活朝着一个新的、令人兴奋的方向前进，而且一直像影子一样跟着我的自我怀疑开始逐渐消失。A. uncertain不确定的；B. permanent永久的；C. exciting令人兴奋的；D. opposite相反的。根据上一句“During the 18 months that followed, I began to flourish(茁壮成长).”以及下文“My classmates and I treated each other as 7 : Younger students 8 my experience and knowledge when it came to group work. I made new friends and joined committees.”可知，作者对自己的大学进修学习是满意的，对比第一段中觉得自己是被困住，作者觉得自己的生活正在向着新的好的方向前进，故是一种新的、令人兴奋的方向。故选C项。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我不仅找到了勇气，带领我的生活朝着一个新的、令人兴奋的方向前进，而且一直像影子一样跟着我的自我怀疑开始逐渐消失。A. occur出现；B. approach接近；C. disappear消失；D. gather聚集。根据上文的“Not only had I found the courage”和下文“My classmates and I treated each other as 7 : Younger students 8 my experience and knowledge when it came to group work. I made new friends and joined committees.”可知，作者找到了勇气，交了新朋友，加入了委员会，自我怀疑这种负面的情绪逐渐消失。故选C项。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我和同学们平等相待:在小组作业中，年纪较小的学生很看重我的经验和知识。我交了新朋友，加入了委员会。A. equals平等的人；B. opponents对手；C. strangers陌生人；D. elders长者。根据下文“Younger students 8 my experience and knowledge when it came to group work. I made new friends and joined committees.”可知，年纪较小的学生很看重我的经验和知识。我交了新朋友，加入了委员会。可见，我比同学们年龄大很多，同学们并没有把我看成异类，平等对待，看作同等的人。故选A项。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我和同学们平等相待:在小组作业中，年纪较小的学生很看重我的经验和知识。我交了新朋友，加入了委员会。A. valued重视；B. questioned质疑，询问；C. ignored忽视，不理睬；D. strengthened加强。由下文该动词的宾语“my experience and knowledge”可知，同学们平等对待我，并且对我的知识和经验很重视。故选A项。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：住在学生宿舍是一种奇妙经历。A. embarrassment尴尬；B. failure失败；C. challenge挑战；D. experience经历，经验。根据下文“The life in halls added to my sense of 10 and confidence. I was 11 new things every day.”可知，作者搬到了学生宿舍居住后，经历了不一样的生活。故选D项。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：宿舍的生活增强了我的独立感，也增强了我的自信。A. freedom自由；B. safety安全；C. independence独立；D. justice公正。根据下文“Even making myself a meal or managing my small living space”作者从家里搬到学生宿舍，自己做饭、自己收拾房间，应该是感觉到一种很独立的感觉。故选C项。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我每天都在学习新东西。A. copying复制，效仿，抄袭；B. learning学习；C. missing思念，错过；D. ordering命令，点餐，订购。根据后面的宾语“new things”可知，作者觉得每天都能学到新东西。故选B项。
【32题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：甚至给自己做饭或管理自己的小生活空间都让我觉得很有益。A. tough艰难的；B. rewarding有益的，值得做的；C. impossible不可能的；D. meaningless无意义的。根据上文“Even making myself a meal or managing my small living space”可知，作者住在学生宿舍里，自己做饭、宿舍卫生物品摆放等也让作者觉得很有益。故选B项。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：完成硕士学位后不久，我又回到了大学的大门——这次是去教书。A. visit参观；B. interview采访，面试；C. lead领导；D. teach教学。根据下一句“I am now a lecturer on the same course that I took.”可知，作者进修完毕之后成为了大学老师，可知，作者这次回到大学是去教书。故选D项。
【34题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：回首过去的我，我笑了——她还不知道自己的价值。A. look back on回望；B. keep away from远离；C. catch up with追上，跟上；D. hold on to坚持。结合下文，该动词短语的宾语是“the person I was before”，过去的自己应该是呼应第一段觉得被困住的自己，这里指回想没辞职时候的自己。故选A项。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：回首过去的我，我笑了——她还不知道自己的价值。A. limit限制；B. duty指责，责任；C. worth价值；D. career事业。根据上文“Soon after completing my master’s, I made my way back through the university gate-this time to 13. I am now a lecturer on the same course that I took.”和“smile”可知，作者对自己现在的工很满意，认为自己现在工作很有价值感，所以回首看自己在没有辞职时不知道自己的价值。故选C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。
The silver jewelry ___36___(produce) by the Miao ethnic group has been key to driving rural development in Taijiang County, ___37___ area located in the Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture (自治州) of Guizhou Province.
The jewelry is a magnificent treasure of Miao culture, ___38___(present) delicate silver jewels and traditional craftsmanship. The Miao ethnic group ___39___(keep) the tradition of decorating themselves with handmade silver ornaments for over 400 years. In May 2011, the silver forging skill of the Miao ethnic group ___40___(recognize) and included in the third group of national intangible cultural heritage list.
Driven by the ___41___(popular) of ethnic festivals and people’s growing interest in silver jewelry the local tourism industry has enjoyed a boost in recent years. To ___42___(far) encourage development, Taijiang County has focused on developing the ethnic folk handicraft industry, aiming to enhance the promotion of traditional Mia o silver jewelry, create more job opportunities ___43___ boost regional tourism. By the end of 2021, there were 102 local enterprises devoted to making silver jewelry, ___44___ total output value reached more than 100 million yuan ($13.68 million). This significant growth in the silver jewelry industry has laid a strong foundation for the county ___45___(promote) rural revitalization.
【答案】36. produced 37. an
38. presenting
39. has kept
40. was recognized
41. popularity
42. further
43. and 44. whose
45. to promote
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了苗族银饰对贵州贫困地区的经济发展起到了积极的作用。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：苗族生产的银饰一直是推动台江县农村发展的关键，台江县位于贵州省黔东南苗族侗族自治州。句中谓语是has been，空格处用非谓语动词，由by可知，空格处用过去分词表被动。故填produced。
【37题详解】
考查冠词。句意：苗族生产的银饰一直是推动台江县农村发展的关键，台江县位于贵州省黔东南苗族侗族自治州。area是可数名词，表泛指，前面要加不定冠词，area是元音音素开头，因此不定冠词用an。故填an。
【38题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：首饰是苗族文化的瑰宝，展示了精美的银饰和传统工艺。句中谓语是is，空格处用非谓语动词，jewelry和present之间是主谓关系，因此空格处用现在分词表主动。故填presenting。
【39题详解】
考查时态和主谓一致。句意：苗族用手工制作的银饰装饰自己的传统已经有400多年的历史了。由for over 400 years可知，句子时态是现在完成时，主语The Miao ethnic group是单数，因此空格处用has kept。故填has kept。
【40题详解】
考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：2011年5月，苗族锻银技艺被认定列入第三批国家级非物质文化遗产名录。苗族锻银技艺是被认定，由In May 2011可知，句子描述过去的事情，因此空格处是一般过去时的被动语态，主语the silver forging skill of the Miao ethnic group是单数。故填was recognized。
【41题详解】
考查名词。句意：近年来，由于民族节日的流行和人们对银饰的兴趣日益浓厚，当地的旅游业得到了提升。空格处用名词作宾语，popular的名词是popularity，意为“流行”，是不可数名词。故填popularity。
【42题详解】
考查副词比较级。句意：为了进一步鼓励发展，台江县重点发展民族民间手工业，旨在加强传统米奥银饰的推广，创造更多就业机会，促进区域旅游业。空格处用副词修饰动词encourage，意为“更进一步”，用far的比较级further。故填further。
【43题详解】
考查连词。句意：为了进一步鼓励发展，台江县重点发展民族民间手工业，旨在加强传统米奥银饰的推广，创造更多就业机会，促进区域旅游业。enhance、create和boost之间是并列关系，且句子是肯定句，因此空格处用and表并列。故填and。
【44题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：截至2021年底，全市共有银饰企业102家，总产值超过1亿元。空格处引导的是非限制性定语从句，先行词enterprises和total output value之间是所属关系，因此空格处用whose表所属。故填whose。
【45题详解】
考查不定式。句意：银饰产业的显著增长为该县推进乡村振兴奠定了坚实的基础。根据语境可知，句子表示“银饰产业的显著增长为该县推进乡村振兴奠定了坚实的基础”，空格处用不定式表目的。故填to promote。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，最近你校的外教Mike经常头痛，他吃了西药也没什么效果，请你用英语给他写一封电子邮件，向他推荐中医疗法。
要点提示：1.简单介绍中医的优点（如副作用小、价格低等）；
2.简要介绍中医现状及地位；
3 表明你愿意为他提供帮助，并祝他早日康复。
要求：词数120左右（开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数）。
Dear Mike,
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Mike,
I’m sorry to learn that you have been suffering from headaches, which prevent you from performing well in your work. Worse still, you haven’t got better after taking medicine.
From my perspective, Chinese medicine producing fewer side effects is superior to western medicine to some extent. That’s why it is so popular in more and more countries around the world, especially in Korea and Japan. In addition, Chinese medicine is less expensive, so you don’t need to worry about your budget. And I believe the treatment appeals greatly to you.
I hope you will recover soon. If there is anything you need me to do, don’t hesitate to ask. I will be always here for you.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文，要求考生给外教Mike写封电子邮件，向他推荐中医疗法。
【详解】1.词汇积累
阻止某人做某事：prevent sb. from doing sth.→stop sb. from doing sth.
更糟糕的是：worse still→what’s worse
在我看来：from my perspective→in my opinion
另外：in addition→what’s more
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：From my perspective, Chinese medicine producing fewer side effects is superior to western medicine to some extent.
拓展句：From my perspective, Chinese medicine which produces fewer side effects is superior to western medicine to some extent.
【点睛】[高分句型1] I’m sorry to learn that you have been suffering from headaches, which prevent you from performing well in your work. (运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句和that引导的宾语从句)
[高分句型2] That’s why it is so popular in more and more countries around the world, especially in Korea and Japan. (运用了why引导的表语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Ella loved her new life in Skagway, Alaska, except for one thing-Grandmother wasn’t happy.
In Kansas, Ella went to Grandmother’s house every day after school, and they baked or gardened or sewed(缝纫). Then Papa announced he’d gotten a job in Alaska. She protested for weeks but finally decided to go too. Ella was overjoyed. She couldn’t imagine living any where without Grandmother.
By autumn, they were in Skagway. Ella had never known so much excitement. Grandmother, however, didn’t share Ella’s enthusiasm. As winter had set in, Grandmother mostly stayed inside and complained about the cold.
“I wish you were happy,” Ella whispered. “I wish I had a garden of sunflowers peeking through my window right now,” Grandmother said.
Ella worried that if Grandmother didn’t cheer up soon, she might return to Kansas. So she went to her friend Sara who had lived in Skagway with her Aunt Grace for three years. Ella asked her if sunflowers could grow here. “Maybe,” Sara said. “Let’s ask my aunt.” Ella liked Aunt Grace. She reminded her of how Grandmother used to be in Kansas.
Ella explained her problem and Aunt Grace told her sunflowers could grow here only in summer. “Maybe there’s another way,” Aunt Grace said. “We can make your grandmother some sunflower quilt blocks(几何拼布)that will be cheery and warm.”
Ella chose the brightest fabrics in Grandmother’s scrap bag and brought them to Sara’s house. Every afternoon Ella, Sara, and Aunt Grace sewed sunflower quilt blocks. It was slow going but enjoyable.The finished blocks reminded her of Grandmother’s garden in Kansas. It was fun to talk with Sara while they sewed, and Aunt Grace told them stories about when she was young. They always took a break for tea and cookies,too.
Lately Ella hadn’t spent much time with Grandmother. She worried that the quilt wouldn’t be finished soon enough. Meanwhile, Grandmother seemed sadder and sadder, always talking about her home and friends in Kansas. Ella wished she could tell Grandmother about the quilt, but she wanted to surprise her.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
One day when Ella came home, Grandmother was crying.
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When Aunt Grace opened the door, Ella explained why Grandmother was there.
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【答案】
One day when Ella came home,Grandmother was crying. “Don’t mind me,” Grandmother said, dabbing her eyes. “I was just thinking of home and feeling lonely.” On hearing these words, Ella approached her beloved Grandmother and hugged her tightly. Suddenly, memories of their baking, gardening and sewing together in Grandmother’s old house crossed her mind. Had I spent too little time with Grandmother recently Maybe what Grandmother needed wasn’t sunflower quilts but company. A surge of guilt seized her. She couldn’t help saying to Grandmother, “Come with me to Sara’s house.We’ve been making a surprise for you.” Before long, they arrived and knocked at the door.
When Aunt Grace opened the door, Ella explained why Grandmother was there with her. “Of course!” Aunt Grace said, “I should’ve invited you myself.” They showed her the blocks they’d sewn. Holding the handmade quilts, Grandmother couldn’t contain her tears, murmuring with a trembling voice, “You did this for me ” She insisted on helping, so four of them sat down, sewed and chatted together. Ella hadn’t heard Grandmother sound so cheerful since they’d left Kansas. It seemed as if they were back to the good old days. While Aunt Grace and Sara made tea for a break, she said, “I’m sorry. I just wanted to make you happy.” Grandmother stroked her head and smiled, “You have,Ella.You have.”
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，文章讲述了Ella和她的祖母因迁居阿拉斯加而产生的困惑和失落。Ella希望通过给祖母缝制几个太阳花拼布来让她开心，但后来意识到祖母需要的是陪伴和交流。最后，Ella带着祖母去朋友家，一起缝制拼布，祖母深受感动，恢复了快乐和活力。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“一天，Ella回家时，祖母哭了。”可知，第一段可描写祖母哭泣的原因以及Ella意识到祖母缺少的是陪伴，于是带着祖母去Aunt Grace的家里。
②由第二段首句内容“当Aunt Grace打开门时，Ella解释了祖母在那里的原因。”可知，第二段可描写在Aunt Grace得知祖母哭泣的原因之后，进行安慰并且将她们一起缝制太阳花拼布的事情分享给祖母，祖母一同参与，变得无比开心。
2.续写线索：祖母哭泣——安慰祖母——问题根源在于缺少陪伴——一同去Aunt Grace家里——共同缝制太阳花拼布——祖母开心
3.词汇激活
行为类
①轻擦眼睛：dab one’s eyes/wipe one’s eyes slightly
②紧紧地抱住某人：hug sb tightly/put one's arm around someone tightly
③ 到达：arrive/ get to
情绪类
①.惊喜：make a surprise/make an amazement
②.开心的：cheerful/delighted
【点睛】[高分句型1]. Maybe what Grandmother needed wasn’t sunflower quilts but company.（由what引导的主语从句）
[高分句型2]. Holding the handmade quilts, Grandmother couldn’t contain her tears, murmuring with a trembling voice（由现在分词作状语）恩施高中2022级2024年春季学期入学考试
英语试卷
(分数：150分，时间：120分钟)
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What would the woman like to do
A. Help someone type papers.
B. Have the papers checked.
C. Go over the papers herself.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. A position. B. A weekend plan. C. The man’s company.
3. Where will the woman go this afternoon
A. An office party. B. An opera house. C. A shopping mall.
4. What does the woman prefer to do
A. Work out alone. B. Exercise with someone. C. Eat breakfast at the cafe.
5. What does the woman like most about the city
A. The parks. B. The old buildings. C. The French restaurant.
第二节(共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第6至第7两个小题。
6. How does the man feel about his major
A. Uninterested. B. Inspired. C. Confused.
7. What does the man want to do after graduation
A. Become a lawyer. B. Study further in Mexico. C. Start his own business.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第9两个小题。
8. Where can the woman visit some relatives
A. In California. B. In Puerto Rico. C. In San Francisco.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Mother and son. B. Husband and wife. C. Brother and sister.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Why does the woman express thanks to the man
A. He’ll drive her home. B. He’ll shop with her. C. He’ll entertain her friends.
11. What’s the advantage of a convenience store for the man
A. Longer business hours. B. The lower price. C. Much more selection.
12. What will the woman do next
A. Eat hamburgers. B. Stay at the cash counter. C. Compare different brands.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. What happened to the woman at the beginning
A. She lost her phone.
B. She couldn’t find the way.
C. She was trapped in heavy snow.
14. Why did the woman turn off the engine
A. The car was running out of gas.
B. She stopped to answer a call.
C. The engine couldn’t work properly.
15. How did the woman keep warm
A. By drinking hot tea. B. By using the car heater. C. By having more clothes on.
16. What did the emergency services do
A. They called an ambulance.
B. They led the woman to her home.
C. They helped the woman go to the main road.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
17. When is Sweetest Day
A. The second Saturday in October.
B. The third Sunday in October.
C. The third Saturday in October.
18. What is the purpose of Sweetest Day
A. To make friends. B. To make someone happy. C. To make cities more beautiful.
19. Who did the Cleveland man help
A. His friends and relatives.
B. The aged and his neighbors.
C. The city’s orphans and patients.
20. How did the Cleveland man start Sweetest Day
A. By offering hugs.
B. By giving away small gifts.
C. By distributing some cash.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题：每小题1.5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
Bike-friendly cities around the world
Cycling is kind to the environment so it is an excellent way to take in the city. Here are 4 bike-friendly cities adopting this green mode of transport to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Malm , Sweden
Cycling in Malm is enjoyable due to the relaxed and easy-going manner of most cyclists. The calming atmosphere makes it a great experience, even for nervous riders. A highly recommended bike route is from Ribersborg park to Limhamn Harbour, where riders can take a few good photos of the famous resund Bridge.
Beijing, China
In the 1970s, bicycles were the main mode of transportation for people in Beijing. However, dedicated (专用的) cycle paths for cyclists were limited. Only in May 2019, did the city launch its first achievement in cycling facility is worth a shout-out for a city with over 21 million people.
Bogota Colombia
Bogota first introduced the concept of cycle path in 1974. The idea sees cars being banned from city roads every Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., helping cyclists, runners and walkers exercise safely. Since then, the city has slowly but steadily expanded the program, including setting up dedicated cycle paths. As a result, Bogota now has 550km of bike paths and is the most bike-friendly city in Latin America.
Montréal, Canada
Montréal has already established protected bike paths since the 1980s. BIXI is the city’s bike-sharing system with 9,600 bikes and almost 800 stations. Cyclists can make their visit to the Tour de L’lle Montreal, a yearly bike ride where cyclists take to the streets for a day without any other vehicles being allowed on the roads.
1. Which city will attract cyclists interested in photography
A. Beijing. B. Malm . C. Montréal. D. Bogota.
2. What do Beijing and Bogota have in common
A. Improvement in cycling facility.
B. Shift in primary means of transportation.
C. Regular investment in building bicycle paths.
D. Multiple specific cycle paths connecting districts.
3. What makes Montréal different from other cities
A. The most bike-friendly city. B. The oldest protected bike paths.
C. An annual bicycle event. D. The most calming effect on cyclists.
B
The input Dad has on my career is incomparable. My earliest memories are of Dad sitting in the kitchen playing the guitar, listening to his favourite song by his favourite singer, and encouraging his little girl to poke (戳) keys randomly on the piano. Even watching Top of the Pops, he would get so passionate about music in it. We weren’t a religious family, but there was something spiritual about Dad’s connection with music.
Music also became a source of comfort for me. I failed to do well academically at school and had no friends. Being at school consumed so much of my emotional energy. Instead of going to school to learn stuff, I felt as though I was simply trying to get people to like me. Things were better, but the only time I truly felt happy was when I was at home listening to music with Mum and Dad or writing songs on the piano —and the older I got, the more powerful music felt.
Dad was always my biggest supporter. When I started giving live performances at the local bar, he was the one who drove me there and back. Freeing up that time wasn’t easy for an actor. His job might mean three weeks in the Czech Republic or working with George Lucas on The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones in Hollywood.
Dad has been involved with some amazing stuff, but Daddy Pig is the one that’s had the biggest impact all over the world. When I was flying to Australia for my first tour, I was trying to find something to watch on the little screen and I noticed they had Peppa Pig. If I’m missing home and family, I always put it on. Daddy Pig is a fairly real version of my dad —he loves chocolate cake, he’s funny and usually breaks things when he’s trying to mend them. Mum and Dad were friends with one of the producers of the show and I often wonder if he looked at my dad and thought, “That’s him …that’s Daddy Pig.”
4. What can we learn about the author’s father
A. He was good at writing songs.
B. He was attached to music in his soul.
C. He encouraged her to play the guitar.
D. He was passionate about watching TV series.
5. How did the author’s father support her career
A. By picking her up in a tight schedule.
B By doing a demanding job as an actor.
C. By watching her musical performances.
D. By giving live performances at the local bar.
6. Why did the author mention Peppa Pig
A. It’s her favourite childhood cartoon.
B. She saw her father through Daddy Pig.
C. She took pride in this world famous cartoon.
D. It’s a cartoon about her hometown and motherland.
7. Which of the following can best describe the author’s Dad
A. Funny and honest. B. Strict and hardworking.
C. Famous and patient. D. Supportive and influential.
C
According to a new USDA(the U.S.Department of Agriculture)report,U.S.forests could worsen global warming because they are being destroyed by natural disasters and are losing their ability to absorb planet-warming gases as they get older.The report predicts that the ability of forests to absorb carbon will start declining after 2025 and that forests could release up to 100 million metric tons of carbon a year as their emissions from decaying(腐烂)trees go above their carbon absorption.Forests could become a“substantial carbon source”by 2070,the USDA report says.
The loss of carbon absorption is driven in part by natural disasters such as wildfires, tornadoes and hurricanes,which are increasing in frequency and strength as global temperatures rise.The disasters destroy forestland,destroying its ecosystem and decreasing its ability to absorb carbon,according to Lynn Riley,a senior manager of climate science at the American Forest Foundation.Aging forests also contribute.The report found that older,mature trees absorb less carbon than younger trees of the same species,and U.S.forests are rapidly aging.
This trend is likely to continueas forests come under increasing threat from climate change and exploitation(开采).The typical tropical forest may become a carbon source by the 2060s,according to Simon Lewis,professor in the school of geography at Leeds University. “Humans have been lucky so far,as tropical forests are cleaning up lots of our pollution,but they can’t keep doing that indefinitely,”he said.“We need to cut down fossil fuel emissions before the global carbon cycle starts working against us.”
U.S.forests currently absorb 11 percent of U.S.carbon emissions,or 150 million metric tons of carbon a year,equal to the combined emissions from 40 coal power plants,according to there port.The loss of forests as natural carbon absorbers will require the U.S.to cut emissions more rapidly to reach net zero.“As we work to decarbonize(碳减排),forests are one of the greatest tools.If we were to lose that tool,it means we will contribute that much more in emissions,”Riley said.
8. What is the main finding of the report
A. Forests are suffering from decaying trees.
B. Forests could contribute to global warming.
C. Forests are being destroyed by natural disasters.
D. Forests have become substantial carbon absorbers.
9. What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A. The key role of forests in the ecosystem.
B. The consequences of frequent natural disasters.
C. The impact of rising global temperatures on forests.
D. The reasons for forests’ declining ability to absorb carbon.
10. What is Simon Lewis’ suggestion on addressing the problem
A. Reducing fossil fuel emissions.
B. Cleaning up decaying trees in time.
C. Planting trees on a large scale.
D. Limiting the exploitation of forests.
11. What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph
A. To offer suggestions on forest management.
B. To stress the significance of forest protection.
C. To present the efforts made to reach net zero.
D. To show the carbon emissions from coal power plants.
D
A lot of manufactured glass today made from sand and sodium carbonate (碳酸钠) can be reused or melted down and recycled into new items, but it doesn’t break down in the environment and will sit in landfills for thousands of years. A team of Chinese scientists aimed to deal with this environmental concern by developing an Eco-conscious alternative.
In a study published recently in the journal Science Advances, a team at the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Process Engineering describe how they engineered biodegradable (可生物降解的) glass made from amino acids (氨基酸). That glass would have a smaller impact on the environment and can break down in a few weeks or in several months.
In a test, glass beads (玻璃珠) made out of amino acids were placed under the skin of mice, and the breakdown of the beads and the skin healing process were observed for 30 days. A diagram from the study showed how the mice’s bodies broke down the beads. In that month, the glass implant degraded beneath the skin, the wound site recovered,and fur grew back. “Throughout the experimental period, no mice exhibited any pain-related behavior that may have been caused by the glass implantation,and none of them experienced obvious weight loss,” the researchers wrote in their paper.
Although amino acids do degrade over time in the environment, this biodegradable glass is notes durable as traditional glass, because amino acids can break down quickly in high temperature. In order to overcome this hurdle, the researchers chemically improved the amino acids using the heating-cooling procedure applied in glass manufacturing. This is when materials for the glass are heated to become soft and then rapidly cooled so as to make the glass tougher.
“It’s important to point out that this biodegradable glass is currently in the lab stage, and far from large-scale commercialization,” emphasized Yan Xuehai, a professor involved in the study, in a press release.
12. What is an advantage of the new glass
A. It takes less time to break down.
B. It can be recycled at a lower cost.
C. It has a wider range of applications.
D. It can be produced on a larger scale.
13. Why did researchers implant glass beads inside mice
A. To investigate why amino acids are medically useful.
B. To assess whether the glass is biologically harmless.
C. To explore how long it takes for the glass to degrade.
D. To observe if the glass can be melt down in mice’s stomach.
14. What does the underlined word “hurdle” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. The difficulty of selecting materials for the glass.
B. The challenge of improving glass manufacturing.
C. The instability of amino acids in high temperature.
D. The environmental problems caused by amino acids.
15. Which can be the best title for the text
A. Biodegradable Glass: Closer to Sustainability
B. Biodegradable Glass: Ready to Hit the Market
C. Amino Acids Lower Costs of Glass Manufacturing
D. Amino Acids Cast New Light on Glass Application
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。
How colour psychology influences your dinner party guests
After spending hours cooking and preparing the table setting for your guests, you hope that everyone enjoys your recipes. But it’s not all about the quality of the ingredients and the skills of the cook. ____16____Whether it is a plate, a glass, a bowl or a cup, colour makes a significant impact on your guests.
___17___After that first impression, the brain integrates the visual information and affects perception(认知), making you think that the same food is excellent, good or average. Thus, the goal for dinner parties is to ensure that the food looks pleasing to the eye, so your guests will think it tastes as good as it looks.
Bowl colour influences the desirability of food for picky eaters, as well as the perception of saltiness. Picky eaters tend to perceive meals in red and blue bowls as saltier compared to white. And they are more unwilling to try new food in a red bowl. ___18___
You can never go wrong with a white plate. Just avoid it when the food served is pale. For desserts, white is ideal because it increases flavors and enhances sweetness. ____19____ Serving food in a black bowl can increase perceptions of its saltiness and portion size.
To bring extra aesthetic(审美的)appeal, creativity and to highlight foods lacking in colour, you can serve your meal on bright plates. But be careful! ____20____Similar ingredient colors to the tableware make everything integrate together and your guests think they have less food.
A. It starts with your sight.
B. But the result of dark plates can vary a little.
C. However, the rules of colour may not apply to all.
D. Besides, colourful plates are preferred by choosy eaters.
E. Food should only look more vivid depending on the meal.
F. The tableware is also an essential element, especially the colour.
G. So, for demanding guests, choose the colour of the tableware first.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
After ten years in the same company, I found my job was no longer fun. However, I didn’t have the confidence to apply for new jobs due to lack of experience. I felt ___21___.
A friend suggested another path- ___22___. I had toyed with the idea of studying for a master’s degree but ___23___ stood in my way. Yet I found a course at London College of Communication, ___24___ my job and enrolled (注册).
During the 18 months that followed, I began to flourish (茁壮成长). Not only had I found the courage to take my life forward in a new and ___25___ direction but the self-doubt that had followed me around like a shadow began to ___26___ gradually. My classmates and I treated each other as ___27___: Younger students ___28___ my experience and knowledge when it came to group work. I made new friends and joined committees.
I also decided to move out of home. Living in student halls was a(n) ___29___. The life in halls added to my sense of ___30___and confidence. I was ___31___ new things every day. Even making myself a meal or managing my small living space made me feel ___32___.
Soon after completing my master’s, I made my way back through the university gate-this time to ___33___. I am now a lecturer on the same course that I took. I ___34___ the person I was before and smile-she didn’t yet know her ___35___.
21.
A. guilty B. humble C. ashamed D. stuck
22.
A. communication B. education C. management D. training
23.
A. competence B. self-discipline C. confidence D. self-doubt
24.
A. quit B. completed C. lost D. switched
25.
A. uncertain B. permanent C. exciting D. opposite
26.
A. occur B. approach C. disappear D. gather
27.
A. equals B. opponents C. strangers D. elders
28.
A. valued B. questioned C. ignored D. strengthened
29.
A. embarrassment B. failure C. challenge D. experience
30.
A. freedom B. safety C. independence D. justice
31.
A. copying B. learning C. missing D. ordering
32.
A. tough B. rewarding C. impossible D. meaningless
33.
A. visit B. interview C. lead D. teach
34.
A. look back on B. keep away from C. catch up with D. hold on to
35.
A. limit B. duty C. worth D. career
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。
The silver jewelry ___36___(produce) by the Miao ethnic group has been key to driving rural development in Taijiang County ___37___ area located in the Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture (自治州) of Guizhou Province.
The jewelry is a magnificent treasure of Miao culture, ___38___(present) delicate silver jewels and traditional craftsmanship. The Miao ethnic group ___39___(keep) the tradition of decorating themselves with handmade silver ornaments for over 400 years. In May 2011, the silver forging skill of the Miao ethnic group ___40___(recognize) and included in the third group of national intangible cultural heritage list.
Driven by the ___41___(popular) of ethnic festivals and people’s growing interest in silver jewelry, the local tourism industry has enjoyed a boost in recent years. To ___42___(far) encourage development, Taijiang County has focused on developing the ethnic folk handicraft industry, aiming to enhance the promotion of traditional Mia o silver jewelry, create more job opportunities ___43___ boost regional tourism. By the end of 2021, there were 102 local enterprises devoted to making silver jewelry, ___44___ total output value reached more than 100 million yuan ($13.68 million). This significant growth in the silver jewelry industry has laid a strong foundation for the county ___45___(promote) rural revitalization.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，最近你校的外教Mike经常头痛，他吃了西药也没什么效果，请你用英语给他写一封电子邮件，向他推荐中医疗法。
要点提示：1.简单介绍中医的优点（如副作用小、价格低等）；
2.简要介绍中医现状及地位；
3 表明你愿意为他提供帮助，并祝他早日康复。
要求：词数120左右（开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数）。
Dear Mike,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Ella loved her new life in Skagway, Alaska, except for one thing-Grandmother wasn’t happy.
In Kansas, Ella went to Grandmother’s house every day after school, and they baked or gardened or sewed(缝纫). Then Papa announced he’d gotten a job in Alaska. She protested for weeks but finally decided to go too. Ella was overjoyed. She couldn’t imagine living any where without Grandmother.
By autumn, they were in Skagway. Ella had never known so much excitement. Grandmother, however, didn’t share Ella’s enthusiasm. As winter had set in, Grandmother mostly stayed inside and complained about the cold.
“I wish you were happy,” Ella whispered. “I wish I had a garden of sunflowers peeking through my window right now,” Grandmother said.
Ella worried that if Grandmother didn’t cheer up soon, she might return to Kansas. So she went to her friend Sara who had lived in Skagway with her Aunt Grace for three years. Ella asked her if sunflowers could grow here. “Maybe,” Sara said. “Let’s ask my aunt.” Ella liked Aunt Grace. She reminded her of how Grandmother used to be in Kansas.
Ella explained her problem and Aunt Grace told her sunflowers could grow here only in summer. “Maybe there’s another way,” Aunt Grace said. “We can make your grandmother some sunflower quilt blocks(几何拼布)that will be cheery and warm.”
Ella chose the brightest fabrics in Grandmother’s scrap bag and brought them to Sara’s house. Every afternoon Ella, Sara, and Aunt Grace sewed sunflower quilt blocks. It was slow going but enjoyable.The finished blocks reminded her of Grandmother’s garden in Kansas. It was fun to talk with Sara while they sewed, and Aunt Grace told them stories about when she was young. They always took a break for tea and cookies,too.
Lately Ella hadn’t spent much time with Grandmother. She worried that the quilt wouldn’t be finished soon enough. Meanwhile, Grandmother seemed sadder and sadder, always talking about her home and friends in Kansas. Ella wished she could tell Grandmother about the quilt, but she wanted to surprise her.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
One day when Ella came home Grandmother was crying.
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When Aunt Grace opened the door, Ella explained why Grandmother was there.
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