冲刺2024年高考英语模拟卷03（新高考II卷）
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
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和试卷指定位置上。
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3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节 听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．Who is the man probably
A．A hairdresser. B．A dressmaker. C．A doctor.
【答案】A
【原文】M: Good morning! How would you like your hair cut, madam
W: Cat it short in the hack, and take a little off the top, please.
M: OK. I see.
2．What will the speakers probably do next
A．Pack some boxes. B．Go home and rest. C．Continue working.
【答案】B
【原文】M: I’m really tired from packing all these boxes for three hours. It’s about time to call it a day.
W: I know. Maybe we could do it tomorrow morning.
M: Why not These orders are not urgent.
3．What does the woman recycle
A．Glass. B．Paper. C．Plastic.
【答案】B
【原文】W: I hear you are an environmentalist. So what kind of things do you recycle
M: Well, almost everything — glass, paper, plastic and so on. How about you
W: I only recycle paper.
4．Where does the smell probably come from
A．The kitchen. B．The bedroom. C．The living room.
【答案】A
【原文】M: Darling, I smell something burning.
W: Oh, dear. I forgot to turn off the gas.
M: We’re lucky that you didn’t set the whole house on fire.
W: I know! I was cooking when the telephone in the living room rang.
5．When did the woman want to be a writer
A．When she was a kid.
B．When she worked at a bookstore.
C．When she had some books published.
【答案】B
【原文】M: Linda, what really made you want to become a writer
W: I always loved reading books when I was small. After graduating I got a job at a children’s bookstore. That was when I first started thinking about making books. Now I have several books published.
第二节 听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．Where is the woman’s garden
A．On her roof. B．Behind the river. C．In front of her house.
7．Who is helping the woman grow vegetables
A．Her father. B．Her neighbour. C．Her cousin.
【答案】6．C 7．B
【原文】M: Jane, do you have a garden
W: Yes, a small one. My father is helping me to make it larger.
M: Cool! How did you get the idea to start a garden
W: I was visiting my cousin in Delhi and I saw an amazing garden on their roof. We happen to have enough place in front of our house and behind it lies a river.
M: What types of plants do you have now
W: Mostly, I have flowers and now my neighbour is helping to seed some vegetables too.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．Who is the woman
A．A shop assistant. B．The man’s wife. C．A cashier.
9．What is the man going to do with the blouse
A．Return it. B．Pay for it. C．Exchange it.
【答案】8．A 9．B
【原文】M: If this blouse doesn’t fit my wife, may I return it
W: Certainly. You’ll receive a full refund within 7 days if it’s not damaged by human error. And you must show your receipt.
M: Oh, I see. But what if I just want to get it exchanged
W: You may change it for the goods at the same or a lower price within 14 days.
M: Okay, I’ll take it. Can I pay it by credit card
W: I guess it’s OK. But you should make it clear to the cashier.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10．Why isn’t the woman interested in Florida
A．It will be packed with tourists.
B．There will be nothing to do there.
C．It is hard to buy tickets to go there.
11．What do you know about the holiday center in Sardinia
A．It is what tourists cannot miss.
B．It is much cheaper this year.
C．Transport there is inconvenient.
12．What will the woman do after the conversation
A．Pack some luggage. B．Talk with her friend. C．Abandon her holiday.
【答案】10．A 11．B 12．B
【原文】M: Good morning. Can I help you
W: Yes, please. I’d like to book a holiday.
M: Florida is very popular. You can do lots of things there.
W: Isn’t it very busy in summer
M: It is all year. But there are lots of hotels.
W: I’m not sure.
M: Well. What about a holiday centre in Sardinia You can fly there easily. And this year the price is only going to be 450 euros a week.
W: Oh, really I remember one of my friends went there last year for 700 euros a week. I’d like to try this one, but I’m going to have to talk to my friend first.
M: That’s fine. Give me a call when you have decided.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13．Where does Mark usually read news now
A．In a newspaper. B．In a magazine. C．On the Internet.
14．What makes the woman surprised about the machine
A．It has a small glass window.
B．It can make a pizza in a short time.
C．It offers four types of pizzas at a time.
15．What does the woman think of the machine
A．It is quite necessary. B．It might not be popular. C．It will certainly succeed.
16．What is an advantage of the machine
A．The 24-hour service. B．Tasty pizza made by it. C．The low production cost.
【答案】13．C 14．B 15．B 16．A
【原文】W: Do you still like reading newspapers or magazines, Mark
M: No. Now I often read news on some famous news sites. It’s more convenient.
W: Is there any impressive news today
M: Yes. The news about a vending machine that bakes a pizza in three minutes.
W: Baking a pizza in three minutes That’s really unbelievable. So is it in the US
M: No. It’s in Rome. The machine is called “Mr. Go Pizza”. It offers four different kinds of pizzas which cost between $5 and $7. There’s a small glass window that allows customers to watch as their pizza bakes.
W: So what about the pizza Does it taste good
M: Some people called the pizza “terrible”; others were kinder. They said the pizza is OK, but they also said it’s not pizza.
W: Well, Italy is well-known for its pizzas. There are so many restaurants that sell pizzas. I don’t think such a machine will be successful there.
M: I doubt it, too. But the machine has an advantage.
W: What is it
M: It offers 24-hour service. It is very useful if you’re hungry late at night.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17．What is Dr Tony talking about
A．Making the best use of time.
B．Designing a daily study schedule.
C．Planning a weekly schedule.
18．What does Dr Tony mention first
A．A general guide for a daily schedule.
B．Amount of time to be spent on study time.
C．Things a best daily schedule should include.
19．What does Dr Tony suggest students do
A．Challenge themselves to finish more tasks.
B．Follow the guidelines all the time.
C．Suit their time to their needs.
20．What does Dr Tony think of planning a schedule and keeping to it
A．It gives people satisfaction.
B．It helps people finish each task quickly.
C．It makes people find comfort in difficult things.
【答案】17．C 18．A 19．C 20．A
【原文】W: Planning a schedule that includes time for studies, sports, part-time work and free time can be a challenge. Today we have Dr Tony with us to talk about how to plan a schedule.
M: Well, the good way to start is to make a plan for each day of the week and then try to balance your time so you can include everything. Here are some guidelines that may help you. First, we start with the twenty-four hours we all have in every day. If we take out eight hours for our sleep time, that leaves sixteen hours to divide among the other activities. Attendance at school takes about six hours and homework about two, for a total of eight. That leaves us eight hours for sports, work and free time. Remember, those guidelines are flexible and you must adjust them to your particular needs. Weekends are different since we don’t have to attend school. Here we can usually focus on certain activities such as sports or part-time work and free time. We can see our friends and spend more time with our family. If you make a schedule and try to keep to it, you will soon develop the habit of doing each task during its planned time and will be satisfied that you can comfortably do everything you have to do.
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
The European Towns and Cities That Are Magical at Christmas
Hallstatt, Austria
The town of Hallstatt and its beautiful landscape enjoy UNESCO protection. The old townhouses, tiny lanes and snow make this the ultimate destination forgetting into the festive mood. Hallstatt’s Christmas market is the stuff of legend. Picture a brightly lit tree and stalls selling decorations and handicrafts and you’re halfway to imagining just how special this spot is.
Valkenburg, Netherlands
Valkenburg has much of the usual European Christmas charms to attract visitors. However, what makes it special is the fact that they can all be found underground. The town’s Christmas Caves have become internationally renowned, with a wide range of stalls selling festive gifts and decorations. The larger Municipality Cave is home to one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe.
Wroclaw, Poland
Wroclaw is regarded as one of Poland’s most beautiful cities, but it takes things to another level at Christmas. The city’s Christmas market is home to over 250 stalls and a superb fair. The architecture here captures the Christmas feeling too, with Gothic structures meaning everyone can tap into the special feeling that only comes round at this time of year.
Gothenburg, Sweden
Gothenburg is full of festive surprises for those willing to risk traveling north and brave the Scandinavian chill. And chief among them is the Liseberg Christmas Market. Set in an amusement park celebrating its100th anniversary in 2023, visitors can enjoy rides here and taste delicacies (佳肴) from across the country, including pickled herring, reindeer and spiced wine.
21．Which of the following places has underground Christmas charms
A．Hallstatt. B．Valkenburg. C．Wroclaw. D．Gothenburg.
22．What do the listed places have in common
A．They have amusement parks. B．They feature Gothic buildings.
C．They provide Christmas markets. D．They enjoy UNESCO protection.
23．Which section of a newspaper is this text most likely from
A．News. B．Business. C．Nature. D．Travel.
【答案】21．B 22．C 23．D
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了欧洲一些在圣诞季节特别有魔力的城镇和城市。
21．细节理解题。根据Valkenburg, Netherlands部分中“However, what makes it special is the fact that they can all be found underground. The town’s Christmas Caves have become internationally renowned, with a wide range of stalls selling festive gifts and decorations.(然而，它的特别之处在于它们都可以在地下找到。该镇的圣诞洞穴已享誉国际，有各种各样的摊位出售节日礼物和装饰品)”可知，瓦尔肯堡(Valkenburg)拥有地下圣诞的魅力。故选B项。
22．细节理解题。根据Hallstatt, Austria部分中“Hallstatt’s Christmas market is the stuff of legend.(哈尔施塔特的圣诞市场是一个传奇)”、Valkenburg, Netherlands部分中“The larger Municipality Cave is home to one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe.(更大的都市洞穴是欧洲最大的室内圣诞市场之一的所在地)”、Wroclaw, Poland部分中“The city’s Christmas market is home to over 250 stalls and a superb fair.(这个城市的圣诞市场有250多个摊位和一个极好的集市)”和Gothenburg, Sweden部分中“And chief among them is the Liseberg Christmas Market.(其中最主要的是利斯堡圣诞市场)”可知，所以地方都有圣诞集市。故选C项。
23．推理判断题。通读全文，结合标题“The European Towns and Cities That Are Magical at Christmas(欧洲的城镇和城市在圣诞节是神奇的)”可知，文章主要介绍了欧洲一些在圣诞季节特别有魔力的城镇和城市，所以本文最有可能来自报纸的旅游版块。故选D项。
B
It could happen anywhere at any time. It’s often unexpected, but almost never unappreciated. Most people have been on the receiving a random act of kindness—the moment when a complete stranger stops to offer aid, generosity or compassion. In a sometimes cold world where people can be so focused on what they’re doing, a random act of kindness can make all the difference.
They can be relatively insignificant. Hannah Bailey from London, for example, told the Metro newspaper about how she was given her fruit and vegetable shopping for free. The seller did her a kindness when it emerged she didn’t have any change to pay. She was happy about it all day.
The city of Naples has long had a tradition called “caffe sospeso”. When buying coffee, a person who has recently been lucky would purchase two cups but only drink one, leaving the second one out of the goodness of their heart, for a poor person to claim for free. This tradition is now more common worldwide.
However, in some cases, these little acts can be a matter of life and death. Take, for example, the unnamed commuter, who in June 2018 fell off a station platform onto an electric railway track in Toronto, Canada. A quick-thinking, but even now unknown, bystander selflessly leapt down to pull him to safety.
Or Jonny Benjamin, who in London in 2008 was persuaded not to commit suicide by a passer-by. He had been considering jumping from a bridge. He later found the Good Samaritan and thanked him. He may one day find a way to pay him back in kind—though that’s not the point.
So, why do it Often, the acts aren’t paid back. The people never meet again. According to UK charity The Mental Health Foundation, acts like these can “give our lives new purpose, show us other perspectives on our own problems and even make us feel euphoric. ”
So give it a try. Hold open a door for someone, deliver a compliment even give up your seat on a bus. Help someone who is in need. It takes all kinds. It needn’t be anything huge. One day, whether you need it or not, someone might help you in your hour of need.
24．How did Hannah Bailey feel after she received a random act of kindness
A．She was pleased about it for the rest of the day. B．She was shamed about it all day.
C．She wanted to pay back the money. D．She thought it insignificant.
25．What happens to the second coffee in a “caffe sospeso”
A．It is wasted after the man left. B．It is left at the cafe to be donated to a poor person.
C．It is for the commuter only. D．It can only be drunk at the cafe shop.
26．According to the Mental Health Foundation, why do people commit random acts of kindness
A．They help us earn more money.
B．They can add up some good reputation to us.
C．They give our lives new purpose and a feeling of pleasure.
D．They make problems for us.
27．What is the meaning of the underlined word in paragraph 6
A．Ambitious. B．Sorrowful. C．Awkward. D．Delighted.
【答案】24．A 25．B 26．C 27．D
【导语】这是一篇夹叙夹议文。文章通过一些赠人玫瑰手有余香的小故事，告诉我们一个善意的举动有时候在帮助别人的同时，还会给自己带来快乐和幸福，也让自己的人生有新的意义。
24．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Hannah Bailey from London, for example, told the Metro newspaper about how she was given her fruit and vegetable shopping for free. The seller did her a kindness when it emerged she didn’t have any change to pay. She was happy about it all day.(例如，来自伦敦的汉娜·贝利告诉《都市报》，她是如何免费买到水果和蔬菜的。当她发现自己没有零钱支付时，卖家帮了她一个忙。她为此高兴了一整天。)”可知，汉娜·贝利(Hannah Bailey)在收到一个随意的善举后，一整天都感到很高兴。故选A。
25．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“The city of Naples has long had a tradition called “caffe sospeso”. When buying coffee, a person who has recently been lucky would purchase two cups but only drink one, leaving the second one out of the goodness of their heart, for a poor person to claim for free.(那不勒斯市长期以来一直有一种叫做“caffe sospeso”的传统。买咖啡的时候，一个最近运气好的人会买两杯咖啡，但只喝一杯，把第二杯出于好心留给一个穷人，让他免费喝。)”可知，第二杯咖啡被留在咖啡馆捐赠给穷人。故选B。
26．细节理解题。根据文章第六段“According to UK charity The Mental Health Foundation, acts like these can “give our lives new purpose, show us other perspectives on our own problems and even make us feel euphoric.”(根据英国慈善机构心理健康基金会的说法，这样的行为可以“给我们的生活带来新的目标，让我们从另一个角度看待自己的问题，甚至让我们感到euphoric。”)”可知，它们给我们的生活新的目标和快乐的感觉。故选C。
27．词句猜测题。根据上文“According to UK charity The Mental Health Foundation, acts like these can “give our lives new purpose, show us other perspectives on our own problems…”(根据英国慈善机构心理健康基金会的说法，这样的行为可以“给我们的生活带来新的目标，让我们从另一个角度看待自己的问题…)”可推知，这样的行为给我们的生活新的目标和快乐的感觉，由此可知，euphoric意为“快乐的”，和D项：Delighted（高兴的）意思接近。故选D。
C
Poaching (偷猎) and habitat loss have threatened Africa’s two species of elephants, taking them closer toward the edge of disappearance, according to a new report released by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) .
Before this update, Africa’s elephants were grouped together and were evaluated as vulnerable (易受伤害的) by the IUCN. This is the first time the two species have been sorted separately. In the past, elephants were mostly considered as either Asian elephants or African elephants. Forest and savanna elephants (稀树草原象) were typically classified as subspecies of African elephants.
The African forest elephant is now listed as critically endangered and the African savanna elephant as endangered. The number of African forest elephants fell by more than 86% over a 31-year assessment period. The population of African savanna elephants dropped by at least 60% over the last 50 years, according to the IUCN, which tracks the assessment risk of the world’s animals. Africa currently has an estimated 415, 000 elephants, counting the two species together.
Both elephant species experienced significant population decreases because of poaching. Although it peaked in 2011, illegal hunting still happens and continues to threaten elephant populations. African elephants also face continued habitat loss as their land is transformed for agriculture or other uses.
There is some good conservation news, the IUCN points out. Anti-poaching measures, combined with better land use planning to support better human-wildlife relationships, have helped conservation efforts. Some forest elephant population figures have stabilized in well-managed areas in Gabon and the Republic of Congo and savanna population figures have remained stable or have been growing, particularly in the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area in southern Africa.
But with constant demand for ivory and increasing human pressures on Africa’s wild lands concern for Africa’s elephants is high, and the need to creatively conserve and wisely manage these animals and their habitats is more severe than ever.
28．What can be inferred from the new report about African elephants
A．They are dying out. B．They are divided into three kinds.
C．Their threat is only from poaching. D．Their population has grown in Africa.
29．What does the author mainly tell us in Paragraph 3
A．The detailed number of African elephants. B．The similarities of African elephants.
C．The different types of African elephants. D．The present situation of African elephants.
30．What’s the author’s attitude to the present situation of African elephants
A．Hopeless. B．Optimistic. C．Worried. D．Uncertain.
31．This text is probably taken from ________.
A．a general nature text B．a chemistry textbook
C．a travel journal D．a book review
【答案】28．A 29．D 30．C 31．A
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了非洲象的濒临灭绝的现状，和人们对此越来越担忧。
28．推理判断题。根据第一段“Poaching (偷猎) and habitat loss have threatened Africa’s two species of elephants, taking them closer toward the edge of disappearance, according to a new report released by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) . (根据国际自然保护联盟(IUCN)发布的一份新报告，偷猎和栖息地丧失已经威胁到非洲的两种大象，使它们更接近灭绝的边缘。)”可知，非洲象的新报告中可以推断出非洲象的处境很糟糕，正在消亡。故选A项。
29．主旨大意题。根据第三段“The African forest elephant is now listed as critically endangered and the African savanna elephant as endangered. The number of African forest elephants fell by more than 86% over a 31-year assessment period. The population of African savanna elephants dropped by at least 60% over the last 50 years, according to the IUCN, which tracks the assessment risk of the world’s animals. Africa currently has an estimated 415, 000 elephants, counting the two species together. (非洲森林象现在被列为极度濒危物种，非洲稀树草原象被列为濒危物种。在31年的评估期内，非洲森林大象的数量下降了86%以上。根据追踪世界动物评估风险的国际自然保护联盟的数据，在过去50年中，非洲大草原大象的数量下降了至少60%。非洲目前估计有41.5万头大象，这两个物种加起来算。)”可知，作者在第3段中主要告诉我们非洲象的现状。故选D项。
30．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“But with constant demand for ivory and increasing human pressures on Africa’s wild lands concern for Africa’s elephants is high, and the need to creatively conserve and wisely manage these animals and their habitats is more severe than ever. (但是，随着对象牙的持续需求和人类对非洲野生土地日益增加的压力，人们对非洲大象的关注越来越高，创造性地保护和明智地管理这些动物及其栖息地的需求比以往任何时候都更加迫切。)”可推知，作者对非洲大象的现状感到担忧。故选C项。
31．推理判断题。根据全文内容，尤其是第一段“Poaching (偷猎) and habitat loss have threatened Africa's two species of elephants, taking them closer toward the edge of extinction, according to a new report released by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). (根据国际自然保护联盟（IUCN）发布的一份新报告，偷猎和栖息地的丧失已经威胁到非洲两种大象，使它们更接近灭绝的边缘。)”及最后一段中“and the need to creatively conserve and wisely manage these animals and their habitats is severer than ever (创造性地保护和明智地管理这些动物及其栖息地的需求比以往任何时候都更加迫切。)”可知，文章主要介绍了非洲象的濒临灭绝的现状，和人们对此越来越担忧，故文章可能来自于关于自然的文章。故选A项。
D
Whom should you marry Where should you live How should you spend your time For centuries, people have relied on their gut instincts (直觉) to figure out the answers to these life-changing questions. Now, though, there is a better way. We are living through a data explosion, as vast amounts of information about all aspects of human behavior have become more and more accessible. We can use this big data to help determine the best course to chart.
There has long been overwhelming—and often surprising—evidence that algorithms (算法) can be much better than people at making difficult decisions. Researchers have collected data on various kinds of choices people make, the information they base those choices on, and how things turn out. They have found, for example, that a simple data-driven algorithm would have been better than judges at deciding whether a defendant should stay in prison or be released; better than doctors at deciding whether a patient should undergo surgery; and better than school principals at deciding which teachers should be promoted.
The power of data analysis has been proved in the sports and business worlds, too. As made famous by the book and movie Moneyball, baseball teams found that algorithms were better than scouts (星探) at picking players, and better than managers at picking strategies. In finance, the hedge fund Renaissance Technologies dramatically defeated competitors by seeking out patterns in stock market data and using them to inform its investment strategy. Tech firms in Silicon Valley have found that data from experiments provides better insights into how to design their websites than designers could.
These are the early days of the data revolution in decision-making. I am not claiming that we can completely count on algorithms to make our lifestyle choices, though we might get to that point in the future. I am claiming instead that we can all dramatically improve our decision-making by consulting evidence mined from thousands or millions of people who faced dilemmas similar to ours. And we can do that now.
32．What’s the main idea of the passage
A．Big data is a double-edged sword.
B．Data revolution will change people’s life.
C．Big data is helpful in making important decisions.
D．Algorithms behaves better than people in many fields.
33．According to paragraph 2, algorithms might NOT defeat people in_________.
A．court rulings B．job promotions
C．operative estimation D．teaching practices
34．What is the writing purpose of paragraph 3
A．To provide further evidence. B．To show potential applications.
C．To encourage the use of big data. D．To explain how to use algorithms.
35．Which of the following will the author most probably agree with
A．Algorithms offer perfect advice now.
B．Big data will certainly cause a revolution.
C．Big data can make up for our lack of experience.
D．Algorithms are bound to be fully trusted in the future.
【答案】32．B 33．D 34．A 35．C
【导语】这是一篇议论文。文章主要讲述随着大数据的普及，我们可以利用大数据来改善我们的决策。
32．主旨大意题。根据第一段中“We are living through a data explosion, as vast amounts of information about all aspects of human behavior have become more and more accessible. We can use this big data to help determine the best course to chart.(我们正生活在一个数据爆炸的时代，关于人类行为各个方面的大量信息变得越来越容易获取。我们可以利用这些大数据来帮助确定绘制地图的最佳路线。)”可知，数据革命将改变人们的生活。故选B项。
33．细节理解题。根据第二段中“They have found, for example, that a simple data-driven algorithm would have been better than judges at deciding whether a defendant should stay in prison or be released; better than doctors at deciding whether a patient should undergo surgery; and better than school principals at deciding which teachers should be promoted.(例如，他们发现，一个简单的数据驱动算法在决定被告是应该留在监狱还是释放时，会比法官更好；在决定病人是否应该接受手术方面优于医生；而且比学校校长更擅长决定哪些老师应该升职。)”可知，数据算法只有“教学实践”方面有可能不会打败人类。故选D项。
34．推理判断题。根据第三段“The power of data analysis has been proved in the sports and business worlds, too. As made famous by the book and movie Moneyball, baseball teams found that algorithms were better than scouts(星探) at picking players, and better than managers at picking strategies. In finance, the hedge fund Renaissance Technologies dramatically defeated competitors by seeking out patterns in stock market data and using them to inform its investment strategy. Tech firms in Silicon Valley have found that data from experiments provides better insights into how to design their websites than designers could.(数据分析的力量在体育和商业领域也得到了证明。正如书和电影《点球成金》所述，棒球队发现，算法在挑选球员方面比球探好，在挑选策略方面比经理好。在金融领域，对冲基金文艺复兴科技公司通过从股市数据中寻找规律，并利用这些规律制定投资策略，一举击败了竞争对手。硅谷的科技公司发现，实验数据比设计师更能帮助他们了解如何设计网站。)”可知，算法在体育和商业领域，也可以帮助人们更好地做出决策，此段的写作目的是提供进一步的证据。故选A项。
35．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“I am claiming instead that we can all dramatically improve our decision-making by consulting evidence mined from thousands or millions of people who faced dilemmas similar to ours. And we can do that now.(相反，我认为我们都可以通过咨询从成千上万与我们面临类似困境的人那里获得的证据来显著改善我们的决策。我们现在就能做到。)”可知，作者应该赞成“大数据可以弥补我们经验的不足。”这一观点。故选C项。
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
Caring for plants is a fantastic skill for kids to have. There are so many benefits of gardening for kids, yet the importance of gardening in early childhood is often undervalued. Here are some reasons why to teach your kids to garden.
Gardening makes kids stronger. 36 The simple act of digging in the ground and moving things around helps build muscles and improve hand-eye coordination (协调能力).
Gardening is good for kids’ well-being. Studies find that kids who garden have reduced large amounts of anxiety, stress and tend to be in a better mood. 37 We love to see the positive and life-changing experiences plants and gardening bring to kids.
38 Interacting with nature encourages the learning process. In addition to being able to touch the soil and seeds (种子), children can also spot the differences between plants, in terms of size and color, smell different things, and hear sounds of different insects.
Gardening is beneficial for picky eaters. 39 Planting seeds, caring for and growing produce and then harvesting it excites a kid’s interest. It’s exciting to introduce a new or disliked food in another way, and over time they will learn to try new foods.
Gardening strengthens connection. Through gardening activities, kids grow closer to their parents and make many new friends. 40
A．Gardening helps build teamwork skills.
B．Gardening activates kids’ sensory skills.
C．It is the perfect activity for growing bodies.
D．Learning to garden can be very tiring for children.
E．Spending time outdoors in nature can bring a sense of well-being.
F．Kids are more likely to eat the vegetables and fruit they’ve helped grow.
G．They also develop a connection to the earth and a need to care for our planet.
【答案】36．C 37．E 38．B 39．F 40．G
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了让孩子学会园艺的重要性。园艺让孩子变得更强壮，感到更快乐，更深刻地了解自然界，有助于让挑剔的孩子尝试新食品，同时加强与父母和朋友之间的联系。
36．根据前文“Gardening makes kids stronger.(园艺使孩子更强壮)”可知，此处指出园艺能够让孩子更强壮，后文应该就此做出具体解释。C选项：It is the perfect activity for growing bodies.(它是成长中的身体的完美活动)指出园艺是有助于孩子们身体成长的，符合语境。故选C。
37．根据前文“Gardening is good for kids’ well- being. Studies find that kids who garden have reduced large amounts of anxiety, stress and tend to be in a better mood.( 园艺对孩子们的健康有好处。研究发现，喜欢园艺的孩子减少了大量的焦虑和压力，而且往往心情更好)”可知，此处指出园艺让孩子更快乐，后文应该通过具体例子进行说明。E项：Spending time outdoors in nature can bring a sense of well-being.(花时间在户外大自然可以带来一种幸福感)”指出和植物呆在一起能够帮助孩子减轻压力，会让孩子快乐，符合语境。故选E。
38．根据后文“In addition to being able to touch the soil and seeds (种子), children can also spot the differences between plants, in terms of size and color, smell different things, and hear sounds of different insects.(除了能够触摸土壤和种子外，孩子们还可以看到植物之间在大小和颜色方面的差异，并体验大自然中不同的气味和声音)”可知，本段主要讲述的是园艺可以锻炼和提高孩子们的感官能力。B选项：Gardening activates kids’ sensory skills.( 园艺可以激活孩子们的感官技能)概括本段段旨，符合语境。故选B。
39．根据前文“Gardening is beneficial for picky eaters.( 园艺对挑食者有好处)”可知，本段讲述的是园艺对挑食的孩子们有好处。后文应该具体进行解释。F选项：Kids are more likely to eat the vegetables and fruit they’ve helped grow.(孩子们更有可能吃他们帮助种植的蔬菜和水果！)”解释了孩子们通过种植蔬菜和水果，可以激发孩子们吃蔬菜和水果的兴趣，即对挑食的孩子们有好处，符合语境。故选F。
40．根据前文“Gardening strengthens connection. Through gardening activities, kids grow closer to their parents and make many new friends (园艺可以加强联系。通过园艺活动，孩子们与父母更亲近，结交了许多新朋友)”可知，本段强调的是园艺加强联系。G选项：They also develop a connection to the earth and a need to care for our planet.(他们长大后也会感受到与土壤的联系和保护土壤的责任)承接前文，指出在种植过程中，孩子增强了与土壤的联系和保护土壤的责任，符合语境。故选G。
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In 2019, Tomas Quinones undertook a 7-day bike trip, covering some remote desert in Oregon. His trip was 41 with the usual difficulties. He lost his shoes and was only relying on a pair of sandals (凉鞋). His water supply was sometimes 42 . But there were also moments of unexpected 43 : A couple offered to share their lunch; a guy in the truck asked if he needed any help.
On the last day of his trip, he was riding down a dusty track when he met a man lying unconscious in the desert. 44 , he was dehydrated (脱水的). Quinones tried to give him some water with little 45 . Luckily, he called the emergency rescue team and an ambulance soon arrived. The man he 46 was an explorer who had been lost in the desert for 5 days. “I never had any 47 about what I would do,” said Quinones. He had received some gestures of help on the trip, so he 48 .
It’s likely that if you’ve spent any time in the wild, you’ll have 49 these gestures of kindness from strangers or given them yourself too even if they are nothing so 50 as the aid given by Quinones.
What is it about being outside in nature that makes people want to help others One opinion is that in the wild, there may not be any other 51 , so according to the “bystander effect”, the more people who are in the presence of someone needing help, the less likely any of those are to actually provide it. Another opinion is that exposure to nature can make people look beyond themselves, 52 a sense of connection to others and to the world as a whole.
When we risk going into the wild, we become weak. And being in that position usually makes us 53 the world differently. So, in the wild, where we’re taken away from our normal possessions, surroundings and identities, we seem more 54 to go the extra mile for someone. It’s in nature that bonds of humanity are 55 .
41．A．flooded B．marked C．covered D．connected
42．A．unbelievable B．unusual C．unsafe D．uncertain
43．A．kindness B．appreciation C．belief D．comfort
44．A．Unexpectedly B．Unfortunately C．Obviously D．Shortly
45．A．confidence B．success C．survival D．relief
46．A．rescued B．accompanied C．knew D．admired
47．A．decision B．sense C．doubt D．surprise
48．A．got it back B．paid it forward C．carried it through D．did it over
49．A．made B．understood C．remembered D．experienced
50．A．simple B．natural C．dramatic D．slight
51．A．help B．choice C．luck D．sign
52．A．bringing B．promoting C．keeping D．providing
53．A．adapt to B．focus on C．travel around D．look at
54．A．pleased B．disappointed C．relaxed D．worried
55．A．recovered B．loosened C．strengthened D．broken
【答案】
41．B 42．D 43．A 44．C 45．B 46．A 47．C 48．B 49．D 50．C 51．A 52．B 53．D 54．A 55．C
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了托马斯·奎诺内斯在为期七天的“骑自行车”旅行中得到别人的帮助，也帮助了一个在沙漠中昏迷的人。研究表明，在野外，人们更愿意为一些人付出更多的努力，去帮助他们。
41．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他的旅行标记有寻常的困难。A. flooded淹没；B. marked标记；C. covered覆盖；D. connected联系。根据下文“He lost his shoes and was only relying on a pair of sandals (凉鞋). His water supply was sometimes ____2____ .”可知，奎诺内斯的旅行中被标记有寻常的困难，be marked with表示“标记，标有”，符合题意。故选B项。
42．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他的供水有时不确定。A. unbelievable难以置信的；B. unusual不寻常的；C. unsafe不安全的；D. uncertain不确定的。根据上文“His trip was ____1____ with the usual difficulties.”以及“His water supply was sometimes”可知，奎诺内斯的旅行有一些寻常的困难，供水有时会不确定。故选D项。
43．考查名词词义辨析。句意：但也有一些意想不到的善意时刻：一对夫妇主动提出分享他们的午餐；卡车上的一个人问他是否需要帮助。A. kindness善良；B. appreciation赞赏；C. belief信念；D. comfort安慰。根据下文“A couple offered to share their lunch; a guy in the truck asked if he needed any help.”可知，此处表示旅行中有一些意想不到的善意时刻。故选A项。
44．考查副词词义辨析。句意：很明显，他脱水了。A. Unexpectedly出乎意料地；B. Unfortunately不幸的是；C. Obviously显然地；D. Shortly不久。根据上文“he was riding down a dusty track when he met a man lying unconscious in the desert.”以及下文“Quinones tried to give him some water with little ____5____ .”可知，男子在沙漠中不省人事，奎诺内斯试图给他一些水，所以此处表示男子明显是脱水了。故选C项。
45．考查名词词义辨析。句意：奎诺内斯试图给他一些水，但收效甚微。A. confidence信心；B. success成功；C. survival存活；D. relief救济。根据下文“Luckily, he called the emergency rescue team and an ambulance soon arrived.”以及语境可知，奎诺内斯试图给男子一些水，但是没有取得很大的成效，with little success表示“收效甚微”。故选B项。
46．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他救出的那个人是一个在沙漠中迷路5天的探险家。A. rescued拯救；B. accompanied伴随；C. knew知道；D. admired钦佩。根据上文“Quinones tried to give him some water with little ____5____ . Luckily, he called the emergency rescue team and an ambulance soon arrived.”可知，此处表示奎诺内斯从沙漠中救出来的男子。故选A项。
47．考查名词词义辨析。句意：奎诺内斯说：“我从未怀疑过自己会做什么。”。A. decision决定；B. sense感觉；C. doubt怀疑；D. surprise惊讶。根据下文“He had received some gestures of help on the trip, so he ____8____ .”可知，奎诺内斯曾经得到过别人的帮助，所以在给别人提供帮助时从没怀疑过自己会做什么。故选C项。
48．考查动词短语辨析。句意：他在旅途中收到了一些帮助的行动，所以他回报善行。A. got it back找回，取回；B. paid it forward回报善行；C. carried it through坚持到底；D. did it over再做一次。根据上文“But there were also moments of unexpected ____3____ : A couple offered to share their lunch; a guy in the truck asked if he needed any help.”以及“Quinones tried to give him some water with little ____5____ . Luckily, he called the emergency rescue team and an ambulance soon arrived.”可知，奎诺内斯曾经得到过别人的帮助，所以在别人需要帮助时，奎诺内斯回报了善行，pay forward表示“回报善行”。故选B项。
49．考查动词词义辨析。句意：如果你在野外待过一段时间，你很可能会经历过陌生人的善意行动，或者你自己也给予了他们，即使这些行动没有奎诺内斯的帮助那么引人注目。A. made制作；B. understood理解；C. remembered记得；D. experienced经历。根据下文“these gestures of kindness from strangers”以及语境可知，此处表示在野外可能会经历陌生人给与的善意行动。故选D项。
50．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：如果你在野外待过一段时间，你很可能会经历过陌生人的善意行动，或者你自己也给予了他们，即使这些行动没有奎诺内斯的帮助那么引人注目。A. simple简单的；B. natural自然的；C. dramatic引人注目的；D. slight轻微的。根据上文“Quinones tried to give him some water with little ____5____ . Luckily, he called the emergency rescue team and an ambulance soon arrived. The man he ____6____ was an explorer who had been lost in the desert for 5 days.”可知，奎诺内斯救了一位在沙漠中迷路五天的探险家的生命，所以此处表示他提供的帮助是引人注目的。故选C项。
51．考查名词词义辨析。句意：一种观点认为，在野外，可能没有任何其他帮助，因此根据“旁观者效应”，越多的人在需要帮助的人面前，他们中的任何人越不太可能真正提供帮助。A. help帮助；B. choice选择；C. luck幸运；D. sign迹象。根据上文“What is it about being outside in nature that makes people want to help others One opinion is that in the wild, there may not be any other”可知，此处表示在野外可能没有任何其他可以被提供的帮助。故选A项。
52．考查动词词义辨析。句意：另一种观点是，接触大自然可以让人们超越自我，促进与他人和整个世界的联系。A. bringing带来；B. promoting促进；C. keeping保持；D. providing提供。根据下文“a sense of connection to others and to the world as a whole”以及语境可知，此处表示接触大自然可以促进人们与他人和与全世界的联系。故选B项。
53．考查动词短语辨析。句意：处于这种位置通常会让我们以不同的眼光看待世界。A. adapt to适应；B. focus on专注于；C. travel around游历；D. look at看。根据下文“So, in the wild, where we’re taken away from our normal possessions, surroundings and identities,”可知，此处表示在野外时，人们通常会以不同的眼光看待世界。故选D项。
54．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：因此，在野外，我们被剥夺了正常的财产、环境和身份，我们似乎更乐意为某人付出更多的努力。A. pleased乐意的；B. disappointed失望的；C. relaxed放松的；D. worried担心的。根据上文“Another opinion is that exposure to nature can make people look beyond themselves, ____12____ a sense of connection to others and to the world as a whole.”以及下文“to go the extra mile for someone”可知，接触大自然促进人们与他人和整个世界的联系，可能会更乐意为某人付出努力。故选A项。
55．考查动词词义辨析。句意：在大自然中，人类的纽带得到了加强。A. recovered恢复；B. loosened松开；C. strengthened加强；D. broken打破。根据上文“Another opinion is that exposure to nature can make people look beyond themselves, ____12____ a sense of connection to others and to the world as a whole.”以及“It’s in nature that bonds of humanity are”可知，此处表示在大自然中，人与人之间的纽带得到加强。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。
Researchers and wetland protectors in Wuhan, Hubei Province, are stepping up efforts to allow more wildlife to survive and thrive in their natural habitat. 56 treasured species of ducks is one of the latest beneficiaries from the growing focus 57 the environment.
In 2012, Baer’s pochard, the blue-headed duck, 58 (list) as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature after its numbers declined due to a bad habitat. The ducks were 59 (rare) seen in Wuhan until bird-watchers observed 60 (they) living in the city in 2014, according to the Wuhan Bird Watching Society. Despite that, no proof showed that, so far, the ducks 61 (turn) from migratory birds to resident birds in the city because researchers would not attach tracers to the animals 62 (prevent) humans disturbing them.
In 2019, the Wuhan Bird Watching Society started researching and rescuing the breeding habitats of the duck. They found that the ducks feed on submerged 63 (plant), shrimp, snails and aquatic insects. The birds also like to rest at shoals(浅滩) 64 food is abundant. Based on the results, the team will create an area toward the restoration of the habitat in the city’s Qijiawan for the blue-headed duck, first 65 (discover) in the area.
【答案】
56．A 57．on/upon 58．was listed 59．rarely 60．them 61．have turned 62．to prevent 63．plants 64．where 65．discovered
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了青头潜鸭的生存状况以及研究人员和湿地保护者所进行的保护工作。
56．考查冠词。句意：一种珍贵的鸭子是日益关注环境的最新受益者之一。根据空后的“treasured species of ducks”可知，这里泛指鸭子中的一个珍贵物种，且treasured的发音以辅音音素开头，所以应用不定冠词a。故填A。
57．考查介词。句意参考上题。the focus on/upon意为“对……的关注”。故填on/upon。
58．考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：2012年，由于栖息地恶劣，青头潜鸭，即蓝头鸭，在因栖息地差而数量下降后，被国际自然保护联盟列为极度濒危物种。根据句中的时间状语“In 2012”可知，这里表示过去发生的事情，应用一般过去时。主语为Baer’s pochard，和list之间是动宾关系，所以应用被动语态，且谓语应用单数。故填was listed。
59．考查副词。句意：据武汉观鸟协会称，在2014年观鸟者观察到它们在武汉生活之前，这些鸭子在武汉很少出现。空处应用副词，修饰谓语。rarely意为“很少，不常”。故填rarely。
60．考查代词。句意参考上题。空处应用代词宾格them，作observed的宾语。故填them。
61．考查时态和主谓一致。句意：尽管如此，到目前为止，没有证据表明鸭子已经从候鸟变成了城市中的常驻鸟类，因为研究人员不会在动物身上贴上示踪剂，以防止人类打扰它们。根据句中的时间状语“so far”可知，这里应用现在完成时。主语为the ducks，所以谓语应用复数。故填have turned。
62．考查非谓语动词。句意参考上题。根据句意，研究人员不在鸭子身上贴上示踪剂是为了防止人类打扰它们，这里表示目的，应用不定式作目的状语。故填to prevent。
63．考查名词的数。句意：他们发现鸭子以水下植物、虾、蜗牛和水生昆虫为食。plant(指物)为可数名词，且其前没有表述数量的限定词修饰，所以应用名词复数。故填plants。
64．考查定语从句。句意：这些鸟也喜欢在食物丰富的浅滩上休息。分析句子结构，空处引导一个定语从句，指代先行词shoals，且从句中缺少地点状语，所以应用where引导。故填where。
65．考查非谓语动词。句意：根据研究结果，该团队将在该市祁家湾为首次在该地区发现的蓝头鸭创建一个栖息地恢复区。分析句子结构，空处应用非谓语动词。逻辑主语the blue-headed duck和discover之间是动宾关系，所以应用过去分词，作后置定语。故填discovered。
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
66．假定你是李华，上周末你参加了学校组织的市科技馆研学活动。请你在校英文论坛发表一篇帖子，分享此次经历，内容包括：
1. 活动过程；
2. 个人感悟；
3. 期待评论。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
An Unforgettable Tech Exploration Tour
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【答案】Possible Version:
An Unforgettable Tech Exploration Tour
Last weekend I participated in a fabulous tech exploration tour in the city science museum organized by our school.
It kicked off with an exhibition of the history of Chinese science, unfolding the awe-striking wisdom behind. What followed was a hands-on experience, which uncovered the secrets of science. With a lecture on the prospect of science, the tour was brought to an end. Not only did the tour instill me with a sense of pride in our scientific advances, but it also planted in my heart a seed of scientific exploration.
Anybody who shares the same feeling Anticipating your comments!
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生写一篇短文，分享上周末参加的市科技馆研学活动，介绍活动过程，描述个人感悟，期待评论。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
参加：participate in→take part in
开始：kick off→start
揭示：uncover→reveal
结束：be brought to an end→come to an end
2. 句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：It kicked off with an exhibition of the history of Chinese science, unfolding the awe-striking wisdom behind.
拓展句：It kicked off with an exhibition of the history of Chinese science, which unfolded the awe-striking wisdom behind.
【点睛】【高分句型1】What followed was a hands-on experience, which uncovered the secrets of science.(使用了What引导主语从句、which引导非限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】Not only did the tour instill me with a sense of pride in our scientific advances, but it also planted in my heart a seed of scientific exploration. (使用了Not only…but also…句型，且使用了部分倒装结构)
第二节：读后续写（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When something that’s important to you disappears, don’t be hopeless. It may miraculously (奇迹般地) come back sooner or later. I learned it on one winter day.
It was one of those busy days. Especially, I had lots of clothes to wash. and Karen, my four-year-old kid, kept following me, pulling my shirt and crying for attention. I was annoyed. To stop her troubling me and make her quiet, I searched the drawers in the bedroom and found-a bag of forgotten balloons. “Yellow,” she said with joy.
The balloons were the gifts for her that her uncle had bought abroad. These balloons were of good quality and very unique, unable to be found at least in our small town. Among the balloons, the yellow one was Karen’s favorite. And there was only one yellow balloon. She viewed it as her best friend and even signed her name on its surface.
After I blew the balloon up, she cheerfully took it with tiny fingers, touching it and telling it her secrets. Immediately. her attention was attracted.
After lunch. we prepared to go to the local public clothes-washing shop. Before long. I was ready. Carrying her yellow balloon. Karen followed me into oat car. On the way, she was singing and had fun with the balloon. She kept beating the balloon against the back of the car seat. As I turned the corner, trying to keep my attention on my driving, I felt a sudden, big wind blow across my feet. I called out at once, “Karen! Close the window. It’s cold out!”
And then I heard her frightened scream. In a hurry, I looked over my shoulder, expecting to see some terrible insects that led to her being frightened. But there wasn’t one. Karen was looking out of the window. both arms reaching out, as if to get something. And she cried, “Balloon, balloon. Come back! Come back!” Then. she turned to me, calling out, “Mom, please stop the car! My balloon has escaped.”
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。
“Alright, “I said and slowly pulled over.
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While walking in the park, we suddenly found a yellow balloon flying over a tree.
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【答案】参考范文
“Alright,” I said and slowly pulled over. Hurriedly, we got off the car. We watched helplessly as the balloon floated up. Driven by the wind, it flew farther and farther and finally disappeared in the sky. Karen cried hard. By the time we reached home, the promise of a new balloon, two new balloons or even ten new balloons had failed to calm Karen. Heartbroken, she whispered, “I’ll never find back my friend.” I felt sad. The next morning, I drove her to the park to cheer her up.
While walking in the park, we suddenly found a yellow balloon flying over a tree. “Is it Karen’s ” I thought. Minutes later, the balloon stopped on the ground. Karen and I rushed to check. To our surprise, it was Karen’s yellow balloon. There was her name she had signed. Possibly, the balloon had rested somewhere the day before and then was carried into the air by wind again. Karen kissed the balloon, saying, “I can’t believe you’d come back.” Later, when I’m in some trouble, I always think of this balloon and remind myself that tomorrow is another day and that nothing is impossible.
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者给孩子凯伦吹了一个黄色的气球，结果外出的时候气球被风飞走了，在风的驱使下，它越飞越远，最后消失在天空中。凯伦哭得很厉害，伤心欲绝，结果第二天他们在公园里找到了那个气球。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“‘好吧，’我说着慢慢地把车停在路边。”可知，第一段可描写他们眼睁睁看着气球飞走的经过以及凯伦十分伤心。
②由第二段首句内容“当我们在公园散步时，我们突然发现一个黄色的气球飞过一棵树。”可知，第二段可描写他们找到了凯伦的气球以及作者的感悟。
2.续写线索：停车——气球消失——凯伦伤心——决定第二天去公园——发现气球——拿回气球——作者感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①消失：disappear/vanish
②赶紧：hurriedly /in a hurry
③陷入麻烦：be in trouble/ be in a spot
情绪类
①悲伤：sad/sorrowful
②使高兴：cheer up/ amuse
【点睛】[高分句型1] By the time we reached home, the promise of a new balloon, two new balloons or even ten new balloons had failed to calm Karen. (运用了by the time引导时间状语从句)
[高分句型2] Later, when I’m in some trouble, I always think of this balloon and remind myself that tomorrow is another day and that nothing is impossible. (运用了that引导宾语从句)冲刺2024年高考英语模拟卷03（新高考II卷）
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
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和试卷指定位置上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节 听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．Who is the man probably
A．A hairdresser. B．A dressmaker. C．A doctor.
2．What will the speakers probably do next
A．Pack some boxes. B．Go home and rest. C．Continue working.
3．What does the woman recycle
A．Glass. B．Paper. C．Plastic.
4．Where does the smell probably come from
A．The kitchen. B．The bedroom. C．The living room.
5．When did the woman want to be a writer
A．When she was a kid.
B．When she worked at a bookstore.
C．When she had some books published.
第二节 听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．Where is the woman’s garden
A．On her roof. B．Behind the river. C．In front of her house.
7．Who is helping the woman grow vegetables
A．Her father. B．Her neighbour. C．Her cousin.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．Who is the woman
A．A shop assistant. B．The man’s wife. C．A cashier.
9．What is the man going to do with the blouse
A．Return it. B．Pay for it. C．Exchange it.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10．Why isn’t the woman interested in Florida
A．It will be packed with tourists.
B．There will be nothing to do there.
C．It is hard to buy tickets to go there.
11．What do you know about the holiday center in Sardinia
A．It is what tourists cannot miss.
B．It is much cheaper this year.
C．Transport there is inconvenient.
12．What will the woman do after the conversation
A．Pack some luggage. B．Talk with her friend. C．Abandon her holiday.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13．Where does Mark usually read news now
A．In a newspaper. B．In a magazine. C．On the Internet.
14．What makes the woman surprised about the machine
A．It has a small glass window.
B．It can make a pizza in a short time.
C．It offers four types of pizzas at a time.
15．What does the woman think of the machine
A．It is quite necessary. B．It might not be popular. C．It will certainly succeed.
16．What is an advantage of the machine
A．The 24-hour service. B．Tasty pizza made by it. C．The low production cost.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17．What is Dr Tony talking about
A．Making the best use of time.
B．Designing a daily study schedule.
C．Planning a weekly schedule.
18．What does Dr Tony mention first
A．A general guide for a daily schedule.
B．Amount of time to be spent on study time.
C．Things a best daily schedule should include.
19．What does Dr Tony suggest students do
A．Challenge themselves to finish more tasks.
B．Follow the guidelines all the time.
C．Suit their time to their needs.
20．What does Dr Tony think of planning a schedule and keeping to it
A．It gives people satisfaction.
B．It helps people finish each task quickly.
C．It makes people find comfort in difficult things.
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
The European Towns and Cities That Are Magical at Christmas
Hallstatt, Austria
The town of Hallstatt and its beautiful landscape enjoy UNESCO protection. The old townhouses, tiny lanes and snow make this the ultimate destination forgetting into the festive mood. Hallstatt’s Christmas market is the stuff of legend. Picture a brightly lit tree and stalls selling decorations and handicrafts and you’re halfway to imagining just how special this spot is.
Valkenburg, Netherlands
Valkenburg has much of the usual European Christmas charms to attract visitors. However, what makes it special is the fact that they can all be found underground. The town’s Christmas Caves have become internationally renowned, with a wide range of stalls selling festive gifts and decorations. The larger Municipality Cave is home to one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe.
Wroclaw, Poland
Wroclaw is regarded as one of Poland’s most beautiful cities, but it takes things to another level at Christmas. The city’s Christmas market is home to over 250 stalls and a superb fair. The architecture here captures the Christmas feeling too, with Gothic structures meaning everyone can tap into the special feeling that only comes round at this time of year.
Gothenburg, Sweden
Gothenburg is full of festive surprises for those willing to risk traveling north and brave the Scandinavian chill. And chief among them is the Liseberg Christmas Market. Set in an amusement park celebrating its100th anniversary in 2023, visitors can enjoy rides here and taste delicacies (佳肴) from across the country, including pickled herring, reindeer and spiced wine.
21．Which of the following places has underground Christmas charms
A．Hallstatt. B．Valkenburg. C．Wroclaw. D．Gothenburg.
22．What do the listed places have in common
A．They have amusement parks. B．They feature Gothic buildings.
C．They provide Christmas markets. D．They enjoy UNESCO protection.
23．Which section of a newspaper is this text most likely from
A．News. B．Business. C．Nature. D．Travel.
B
It could happen anywhere at any time. It’s often unexpected, but almost never unappreciated. Most people have been on the receiving a random act of kindness—the moment when a complete stranger stops to offer aid, generosity or compassion. In a sometimes cold world where people can be so focused on what they’re doing, a random act of kindness can make all the difference.
They can be relatively insignificant. Hannah Bailey from London, for example, told the Metro newspaper about how she was given her fruit and vegetable shopping for free. The seller did her a kindness when it emerged she didn’t have any change to pay. She was happy about it all day.
The city of Naples has long had a tradition called “caffe sospeso”. When buying coffee, a person who has recently been lucky would purchase two cups but only drink one, leaving the second one out of the goodness of their heart, for a poor person to claim for free. This tradition is now more common worldwide.
However, in some cases, these little acts can be a matter of life and death. Take, for example, the unnamed commuter, who in June 2018 fell off a station platform onto an electric railway track in Toronto, Canada. A quick-thinking, but even now unknown, bystander selflessly leapt down to pull him to safety.
Or Jonny Benjamin, who in London in 2008 was persuaded not to commit suicide by a passer-by. He had been considering jumping from a bridge. He later found the Good Samaritan and thanked him. He may one day find a way to pay him back in kind—though that’s not the point.
So, why do it Often, the acts aren’t paid back. The people never meet again. According to UK charity The Mental Health Foundation, acts like these can “give our lives new purpose, show us other perspectives on our own problems and even make us feel euphoric. ”
So give it a try. Hold open a door for someone, deliver a compliment even give up your seat on a bus. Help someone who is in need. It takes all kinds. It needn’t be anything huge. One day, whether you need it or not, someone might help you in your hour of need.
24．How did Hannah Bailey feel after she received a random act of kindness
A．She was pleased about it for the rest of the day. B．She was shamed about it all day.
C．She wanted to pay back the money. D．She thought it insignificant.
25．What happens to the second coffee in a “caffe sospeso”
A．It is wasted after the man left. B．It is left at the cafe to be donated to a poor person.
C．It is for the commuter only. D．It can only be drunk at the cafe shop.
26．According to the Mental Health Foundation, why do people commit random acts of kindness
A．They help us earn more money.
B．They can add up some good reputation to us.
C．They give our lives new purpose and a feeling of pleasure.
D．They make problems for us.
27．What is the meaning of the underlined word in paragraph 6
A．Ambitious. B．Sorrowful. C．Awkward. D．Delighted.
C
Poaching (偷猎) and habitat loss have threatened Africa’s two species of elephants, taking them closer toward the edge of disappearance, according to a new report released by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) .
Before this update, Africa’s elephants were grouped together and were evaluated as vulnerable (易受伤害的) by the IUCN. This is the first time the two species have been sorted separately. In the past, elephants were mostly considered as either Asian elephants or African elephants. Forest and savanna elephants (稀树草原象) were typically classified as subspecies of African elephants.
The African forest elephant is now listed as critically endangered and the African savanna elephant as endangered. The number of African forest elephants fell by more than 86% over a 31-year assessment period. The population of African savanna elephants dropped by at least 60% over the last 50 years, according to the IUCN, which tracks the assessment risk of the world’s animals. Africa currently has an estimated 415, 000 elephants, counting the two species together.
Both elephant species experienced significant population decreases because of poaching. Although it peaked in 2011, illegal hunting still happens and continues to threaten elephant populations. African elephants also face continued habitat loss as their land is transformed for agriculture or other uses.
There is some good conservation news, the IUCN points out. Anti-poaching measures, combined with better land use planning to support better human-wildlife relationships, have helped conservation efforts. Some forest elephant population figures have stabilized in well-managed areas in Gabon and the Republic of Congo and savanna population figures have remained stable or have been growing, particularly in the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area in southern Africa.
But with constant demand for ivory and increasing human pressures on Africa’s wild lands concern for Africa’s elephants is high, and the need to creatively conserve and wisely manage these animals and their habitats is more severe than ever.
28．What can be inferred from the new report about African elephants
A．They are dying out. B．They are divided into three kinds.
C．Their threat is only from poaching. D．Their population has grown in Africa.
29．What does the author mainly tell us in Paragraph 3
A．The detailed number of African elephants. B．The similarities of African elephants.
C．The different types of African elephants. D．The present situation of African elephants.
30．What’s the author’s attitude to the present situation of African elephants
A．Hopeless. B．Optimistic. C．Worried. D．Uncertain.
31．This text is probably taken from ________.
A．a general nature text B．a chemistry textbook
C．a travel journal D．a book review
D
Whom should you marry Where should you live How should you spend your time For centuries, people have relied on their gut instincts (直觉) to figure out the answers to these life-changing questions. Now, though, there is a better way. We are living through a data explosion, as vast amounts of information about all aspects of human behavior have become more and more accessible. We can use this big data to help determine the best course to chart.
There has long been overwhelming—and often surprising—evidence that algorithms (算法) can be much better than people at making difficult decisions. Researchers have collected data on various kinds of choices people make, the information they base those choices on, and how things turn out. They have found, for example, that a simple data-driven algorithm would have been better than judges at deciding whether a defendant should stay in prison or be released; better than doctors at deciding whether a patient should undergo surgery; and better than school principals at deciding which teachers should be promoted.
The power of data analysis has been proved in the sports and business worlds, too. As made famous by the book and movie Moneyball, baseball teams found that algorithms were better than scouts (星探) at picking players, and better than managers at picking strategies. In finance, the hedge fund Renaissance Technologies dramatically defeated competitors by seeking out patterns in stock market data and using them to inform its investment strategy. Tech firms in Silicon Valley have found that data from experiments provides better insights into how to design their websites than designers could.
These are the early days of the data revolution in decision-making. I am not claiming that we can completely count on algorithms to make our lifestyle choices, though we might get to that point in the future. I am claiming instead that we can all dramatically improve our decision-making by consulting evidence mined from thousands or millions of people who faced dilemmas similar to ours. And we can do that now.
32．What’s the main idea of the passage
A．Big data is a double-edged sword.
B．Data revolution will change people’s life.
C．Big data is helpful in making important decisions.
D．Algorithms behaves better than people in many fields.
33．According to paragraph 2, algorithms might NOT defeat people in_________.
A．court rulings B．job promotions
C．operative estimation D．teaching practices
34．What is the writing purpose of paragraph 3
A．To provide further evidence. B．To show potential applications.
C．To encourage the use of big data. D．To explain how to use algorithms.
35．Which of the following will the author most probably agree with
A．Algorithms offer perfect advice now.
B．Big data will certainly cause a revolution.
C．Big data can make up for our lack of experience.
D．Algorithms are bound to be fully trusted in the future.
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
Caring for plants is a fantastic skill for kids to have. There are so many benefits of gardening for kids, yet the importance of gardening in early childhood is often undervalued. Here are some reasons why to teach your kids to garden.
Gardening makes kids stronger. 36 The simple act of digging in the ground and moving things around helps build muscles and improve hand-eye coordination (协调能力).
Gardening is good for kids’ well-being. Studies find that kids who garden have reduced large amounts of anxiety, stress and tend to be in a better mood. 37 We love to see the positive and life-changing experiences plants and gardening bring to kids.
38 Interacting with nature encourages the learning process. In addition to being able to touch the soil and seeds (种子), children can also spot the differences between plants, in terms of size and color, smell different things, and hear sounds of different insects.
Gardening is beneficial for picky eaters. 39 Planting seeds, caring for and growing produce and then harvesting it excites a kid’s interest. It’s exciting to introduce a new or disliked food in another way, and over time they will learn to try new foods.
Gardening strengthens connection. Through gardening activities, kids grow closer to their parents and make many new friends. 40
A．Gardening helps build teamwork skills.
B．Gardening activates kids’ sensory skills.
C．It is the perfect activity for growing bodies.
D．Learning to garden can be very tiring for children.
E．Spending time outdoors in nature can bring a sense of well-being.
F．Kids are more likely to eat the vegetables and fruit they’ve helped grow.
G．They also develop a connection to the earth and a need to care for our planet.
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。
In 2019, Tomas Quinones undertook a 7-day bike trip, covering some remote desert in Oregon. His trip was 41 with the usual difficulties. He lost his shoes and was only relying on a pair of sandals (凉鞋). His water supply was sometimes 42 . But there were also moments of unexpected 43 : A couple offered to share their lunch; a guy in the truck asked if he needed any help.
On the last day of his trip, he was riding down a dusty track when he met a man lying unconscious in the desert. 44 , he was dehydrated (脱水的). Quinones tried to give him some water with little 45 . Luckily, he called the emergency rescue team and an ambulance soon arrived. The man he 46 was an explorer who had been lost in the desert for 5 days. “I never had any 47 about what I would do,” said Quinones. He had received some gestures of help on the trip, so he 48 .
It’s likely that if you’ve spent any time in the wild, you’ll have 49 these gestures of kindness from strangers or given them yourself too even if they are nothing so 50 as the aid given by Quinones.
What is it about being outside in nature that makes people want to help others One opinion is that in the wild, there may not be any other 51 , so according to the “bystander effect”, the more people who are in the presence of someone needing help, the less likely any of those are to actually provide it. Another opinion is that exposure to nature can make people look beyond themselves, 52 a sense of connection to others and to the world as a whole.
When we risk going into the wild, we become weak. And being in that position usually makes us 53 the world differently. So, in the wild, where we’re taken away from our normal possessions, surroundings and identities, we seem more 54 to go the extra mile for someone. It’s in nature that bonds of humanity are 55 .
41．A．flooded B．marked C．covered D．connected
42．A．unbelievable B．unusual C．unsafe D．uncertain
43．A．kindness B．appreciation C．belief D．comfort
44．A．Unexpectedly B．Unfortunately C．Obviously D．Shortly
45．A．confidence B．success C．survival D．relief
46．A．rescued B．accompanied C．knew D．admired
47．A．decision B．sense C．doubt D．surprise
48．A．got it back B．paid it forward C．carried it through D．did it over
49．A．made B．understood C．remembered D．experienced
50．A．simple B．natural C．dramatic D．slight
51．A．help B．choice C．luck D．sign
52．A．bringing B．promoting C．keeping D．providing
53．A．adapt to B．focus on C．travel around D．look at
54．A．pleased B．disappointed C．relaxed D．worried
55．A．recovered B．loosened C．strengthened D．broken
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。
Researchers and wetland protectors in Wuhan, Hubei Province, are stepping up efforts to allow more wildlife to survive and thrive in their natural habitat. 56 treasured species of ducks is one of the latest beneficiaries from the growing focus 57 the environment.
In 2012, Baer’s pochard, the blue-headed duck, 58 (list) as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature after its numbers declined due to a bad habitat. The ducks were 59 (rare) seen in Wuhan until bird-watchers observed 60 (they) living in the city in 2014, according to the Wuhan Bird Watching Society. Despite that, no proof showed that, so far, the ducks 61 (turn) from migratory birds to resident birds in the city because researchers would not attach tracers to the animals 62 (prevent) humans disturbing them.
In 2019, the Wuhan Bird Watching Society started researching and rescuing the breeding habitats of the duck. They found that the ducks feed on submerged 63 (plant), shrimp, snails and aquatic insects. The birds also like to rest at shoals(浅滩) 64 food is abundant. Based on the results, the team will create an area toward the restoration of the habitat in the city’s Qijiawan for the blue-headed duck, first 65 (discover) in the area.
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
66．假定你是李华，上周末你参加了学校组织的市科技馆研学活动。请你在校英文论坛发表一篇帖子，分享此次经历，内容包括：
1. 活动过程；
2. 个人感悟；
3. 期待评论。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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第二节：读后续写（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When something that’s important to you disappears, don’t be hopeless. It may miraculously (奇迹般地) come back sooner or later. I learned it on one winter day.
It was one of those busy days. Especially, I had lots of clothes to wash. and Karen, my four-year-old kid, kept following me, pulling my shirt and crying for attention. I was annoyed. To stop her troubling me and make her quiet, I searched the drawers in the bedroom and found-a bag of forgotten balloons. “Yellow,” she said with joy.
The balloons were the gifts for her that her uncle had bought abroad. These balloons were of good quality and very unique, unable to be found at least in our small town. Among the balloons, the yellow one was Karen’s favorite. And there was only one yellow balloon. She viewed it as her best friend and even signed her name on its surface.
After I blew the balloon up, she cheerfully took it with tiny fingers, touching it and telling it her secrets. Immediately. her attention was attracted.
After lunch. we prepared to go to the local public clothes-washing shop. Before long. I was ready. Carrying her yellow balloon. Karen followed me into oat car. On the way, she was singing and had fun with the balloon. She kept beating the balloon against the back of the car seat. As I turned the corner, trying to keep my attention on my driving, I felt a sudden, big wind blow across my feet. I called out at once, “Karen! Close the window. It’s cold out!”
And then I heard her frightened scream. In a hurry, I looked over my shoulder, expecting to see some terrible insects that led to her being frightened. But there wasn’t one. Karen was looking out of the window. both arms reaching out, as if to get something. And she cried, “Balloon, balloon. Come back! Come back!” Then. she turned to me, calling out, “Mom, please stop the car! My balloon has escaped.”
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。
“Alright, “I said and slowly pulled over.
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While walking in the park, we suddenly found a yellow balloon flying over a tree.
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