2023—2024学年高中毕业班阶段性测试(八)
英语
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2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。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’s Bobby going to do
A. Go to school. B. Cook a meal. C. Go shopping.
2. What’s the man’s job about
A. Public health. B. Computer science. C. International trade.
3. What colour T-shirt will the man take
A. A red one. B. A purple one. C. A black one.
4. What’s the conversation mainly about
A. WeChat expressions. B. Social media. C. Online conversations.
5. When will the man have a job interview
A. Next Monday. B. Next Tuesday. C. Next Wednesday.
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。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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What would the woman like to be
A. A journalist. B. A teacher. C. A doctor.
7. What are the speakers talking about
A. Why they should study.
B. In which city they should work.
C. Which job they should take.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why is Vikram so happy
A. He just got a prize. B. He finished a picture. C. He saw beautiful scenes.
9. Where does Vikram prefer to sit
A. In the front. B. Near the window. C. Around the table.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What type of room has the man reserved
A. A single room. B. A double room. C. A smoking room.
11. Which room does the man receive
A. Room 402. B. Room 412. C. Room 420.
12. Why can’t the man enter the room right now
A. Check in starts at 2 o’clock.
B. The room needs repairing.
C. The room is not ready.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Where does the conversation take place probably
A. In a shop. B. In a hotel. C. In a restaurant.
14. What’s the man’s mistake
A. He forgot to bring some gifts.
B. He forgot an important meeting.
C. He forgot his wife’s birthday.
15. How much money does the man have with him now
A. $12. B. $12.32. C. $22.32.
16. What’s the woman’s advice for the man this weekend
A. Playing golf. B. Eating at McDonalds. C. Staying with his wife.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is “Bush Tucker”
A. A kind of diet. B. The name of a hunter. C. The name of a plant.
18. What caused the population of Aboriginal Australians to decrease greatly
A. Hunger. B. Diseases. C. Conflicts.
19. What can we learn about the “Stolen Children”
A. They were well taken care of.
B. They were sold and bought freely.
C. They couldn’t live with their parents.
20. What’s Aboriginal Australians’ life like today
A. They have equal rights.
B. They live on reserves.
C. They have no land.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Skate Westgate
Nov. 3rd — Dec. 28th
●Admission: $22
Kids & adults are invited to partake in a timeless holiday tradition — outdoor ice-skating on our real ice rink! Whether you’re a professional skater or wearing skates for the first time, you are welcome. Skate Westgate will be open from November 3rd through December 28th, with hours varying each day.
Posers! An Art Installation
Nov. 16th — Nov. 30th
●Admission: $15
●Time: 3 pm — 5 pm
Peter Leue, a wood and mixed media artist for 5 decades, brings wood to life with his fascinating art tools. Posers! A series of wood sculptures that take on the trappings (装饰) of real life will be on exhibit in Haggerty Plaza from November 16th through the 30th. Join Peter and his Posers for an interactive opening ceremony on November 16th from 3 pm to 7 pm. Children under 12 are admitted free.
Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
Nov. 10th
●Admission: $12
●Time: 6: 30 pm — 11:00 pm
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Tucson. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi at Grace St Paul’s Episcopal Church under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Oak Creek Arts and Crafts Show
Nov. 16th — Dec. 31st
●Admission: $10
●Time: 9 am — 5 pm
Arts and crafts lovers celebrate the return of the Oak Creek Arts and Crafts Show at Sedona Vista Village. Our shows are very popular with locals and visitors. In fact, we have another location in Sedona, Arizona just to showcase all works of the artists. Shopping is at its finest with paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry and Native American art.
1. What do we know about Skate Westgate
A. It admits skaters of all levels.
B. It is a competitive event for skaters.
C. It has a fixed open time during the day.
D. It asks kids to be accompanied by their parents.
2. What’s special about the event in Tucson on November 10th
A. It takes place in the open air.
B. It charges the highest admission.
C. It focuses on both music and fine arts.
D. It has age limits for its participants.
3. Where can you expect to interact with a well-known artist
A. At Skate Westgate. B. At Haggerty Plaza.
C. At Episcopal Church. D. At Sedona Vista Village.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇应用文，介绍了四种文体活动的具体信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Skate Westgate中关键句“Whether you’re a professional skater or wearing skates for the first time, you are welcome.(无论你是专业滑冰运动员还是第一次穿溜冰鞋，我们都欢迎你)”可知，Skate Westgate接纳各种水平的滑冰运动员。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More中信息“Nov. 10th(11月10日)”及关键句“Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Tucson.(烛光音乐会将现场多感官音乐体验的魔力带到图森从未见过的令人敬畏的地方)”及“Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.(年龄要求：8岁或以上。16岁以下的人必须由成人陪同)”可知，11月10日在Tucson的是Candlelight活动，它对参与者有年龄限制。故选D。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Posers! An Art Installation中关键句“Peter Leue, a wood and mixed media artist for 5 decades, brings wood to life with his fascinating art tools. Posers! A series of wood sculptures that take on the trappings of real life will be on exhibit in Haggerty Plaza from November 16th through the 30th. Join Peter and his Posers for an interactive opening ceremony on November 16th from 3 pm to 7 pm.(Peter Leue是一位从事木材和混合媒体艺术50年的艺术家，他用他迷人的艺术工具将木材带入生活。Posers！11月16日至30日，一系列具有现实生活特征的木雕将在哈格蒂广场展出。11月16日下午3点到7点，加入Peter和他的Posers的互动开幕式)”可知，想要与知名艺术家互动，可以去哈格蒂广场。故选B。
B
Protecting and serving is more than checking for imminent (紧急的) danger. One officer in South Hill, Virginia, makes it his mission to make people of all ages feel safe after giving the all-clear, starting with the younger generations.
And because of his kindness, many parents and their children look on C. B. Fleming as something of a superhero. 28-year-old Mom, Lesha Roper-Boswell said that the neighborhood kids need someone “larger than life” they can depend on to protect them and their town, and Fleming fits the role beautifully. “He’s awesome. That’s the only word you can really use to describe C. B.,” she told reporters. “It’s just amazing — the bond he has with the children.”
Recently, residents in an apartment complex had a scare when emergency crews came to investigate a gas leak. Though he could have just left the scene after making sure the leak wasn’t harmful, Officer Fleming made sure everyone in the building felt safer.
Seeing some kids play outside with dolls, he sat down and joined them, reassuring them that everything was going to be okay. The kids were happy to have another playmate, regardless of his uniform. Impressed and grateful, Roper-Boswell took a video of the kind act and posted it on Facebook, where it’s gained thousands of views from people living all over the country.
Fleming, who is celebrating his 15th year on the force, said he’s always desired to do more than fine people for violating (违反) parking rules. “It’s something I’ve always tried to do,” he said about also looking out for the children. “When I got into this job, I knew there was something different, other than just writing tickets and being the ‘bad’ person all the time. I figured if I could be that bright spot in someone’s day, then that was all that mattered.”
4. What kind of role did C. B. Fleming play according to Roper-Boswell
A A risk-taker. B. A superhero. C. A decision-maker. D. A teacher.
5. What about Fleming impressed Roper-Boswell at the scene
A. His devotion to work. B. His professional skills.
C. His striking uniform. D. His connection with kids.
6. What does C. B. Fleming consider a top priority in his life
A. Bringing joy to people. B. Performing his duties.
C. Looking after the kids. D. Raising people’s awareness.
7. Which of the following may be a suitable title for the text
A. Neighborhood Spared from Fire Thanks to Crews
B. Police Officer’s Kindness Rewarded by Residents
C. Police Officer Becomes Hero to Neighborhood Kids
D. Police Officer Aims to Reduce Residents’ Violations
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要说明了一名警官C. B. Fleming由于善良得到了孩子们和父母的喜爱，而C. B. Fleming也乐于和孩子们玩耍，给人们带来快乐。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“And because of his kindness, many parents and their children look on C. B. Fleming as something of a superhero. 28-year-old Mom, Lesha Roper-Boswell said that the neighborhood kids need someone “larger than life” they can depend on to protect them and their town, and Fleming fits the role beautifully.(由于他的善良，许多父母和他们的孩子都把弗莱明看作是超级英雄。28岁的母亲蕾莎·罗珀-博斯韦尔说，邻居的孩子们需要一个“比生命更重要”的人来保护他们和他们的小镇，而弗莱明非常适合这个角色)”可知，根据罗珀-博斯韦尔的说法，弗莱明扮演了超级英雄的角色。故选B。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“Seeing some kids play outside with dolls, he sat down and joined them, reassuring them that everything was going to be okay. The kids were happy to have another playmate, regardless of his uniform. Impressed and grateful, Roper-Boswell took a video of the kind act and posted it on Facebook, where it’s gained thousands of views from people living all over the country.(看到一些孩子在外面玩娃娃，他坐下来加入他们，安慰他们一切都会好起来的。孩子们很高兴又有了一个玩伴，不管他穿什么制服。罗珀-博斯韦尔留下了深刻的印象和感激之情，他拍下了这一善举的视频，并发布在Facebook上，全国各地的人们观看了数千次)”推知，弗莱明在现场与孩子的关系打动了偌珀-博斯韦尔。故选D。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“I figured if I could be that bright spot in someone’s day, then that was all that mattered.(我想，如果我能成为别人生活中的亮点，那才是最重要的)”可知，弗莱明认为他生命中最重要的是给人们带来快乐。故选A。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“Protecting and serving is more than checking for imminent (紧急的) danger. One officer in South Hill, Virginia, makes it his mission to make people of all ages feel safe after giving the all-clear, starting with the younger generations.(保护和服务不仅仅是检查迫在眉睫的危险。弗吉尼亚州南山的一名警官把让所有年龄段的人都感到安全作为自己的使命，从年轻一代开始)”和第二段“And because of his kindness, many parents and their children look on C. B. Fleming as something of a superhero. 28-year-old Mom, Lesha Roper-Boswell said that the neighborhood kids need someone “larger than life” they can depend on to protect them and their town, and Fleming fits the role beautifully.(由于他的善良，许多父母和他们的孩子都把弗莱明看作是超级英雄。28岁的母亲蕾莎·罗珀-博斯韦尔说，邻居的孩子们需要一个“比生命更重要”的人来保护他们和他们的小镇，而弗莱明非常适合这个角色)”结合文章主要说明了一名警官C. B. Fleming由于善良得到了孩子们和父母的喜爱，而C. B. Fleming也乐于和孩子们玩耍，给人们带来快乐可知，C选项“警官成为邻里孩子的英雄”最符合文章标题。故选C。
C
Nostalgia (怀旧) is a powerful emotion that can be employed to create a strong emotional connection between a brand and its audience. By tapping into the fond memories and positive associations that people have with a particular brand, marketers can create a sense of familiarity and comfort that resonates (共鸣) with their audience. This emotional connection can then be used to drive engagement and loyalty, ultimately leading to increased sales.
In the case of Barbie movie marketing, nostalgia has been used. By incorporating elements of the classic Barbie brand into the movies, such as the symbolic pink color, the classic Barbie logo, and the inclusion of classic Barbie characters, the movies serve as a way to transport fans back to their childhood and relive their favorite memories.
This emotional connection is further strengthened by the marketing campaigns, which create a sense of community and excitement around the brand. By using social media to build hype (夸张报道) and anticipation for each movie, the brand has managed to create a loyal and engaged fan base that has contributed to its success.
The success of Barbie movie marketing has not been limited to the brand’s existing fan base. In fact, the movies have managed to attract a new generation of fans who may not have been familiar with the classic Barbie brand. By creating movies that are both entertaining and empowering, the brand has managed to appeal to a wider audience, including young girls who may be looking for strong female role models.
The impact of Barbie movie marketing on a new generation can be seen in the way that the brand has developed over the years. Although Barbie was once denounced for promoting unrealistic beauty standards and conventional gender images, the brand has since made significant steps in promoting diversity and inclusivity (包容性). The recent Barbie movies feature diverse actors and storylines that promote self-empowerment and self-acceptance, reflecting the changing attitudes and values of society.
8. Nostalgia is often used in marketing mainly because ______.
A. it enables a new brand to expand its markets quickly
B. it has a strong influence on people’s choice of goods
C. it brings back the audience’s positive emotions about a brand
D. it helps make goods appealing to customers of all age groups
9. What can we learn about Barbie movies
A. They highlight the color of pink. B. They use a different logo.
C. They target children as audiences. D. They are about community stories.
10. How have Barbie movies managed to grow their fan base
A. By simplifying the storylines.
B. By removing the classic characters.
C. By including more cultural elements.
D. By creating new female role models.
11. What does the underlined word “denounced” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Acknowledged. B. Criticized. C. Observed. D. Respected.
【答案】8. C 9. A 10. D 11. B
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文，介绍了芭比电影通过“怀旧”情怀与观众产生联系，通过创造新女性榜样扩大观众基础群等营销策略来扩大品牌的市场营销。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Nostalgia (怀旧) is a powerful emotion that can be employed to create a strong emotional connection between a brand and its audience. By tapping into the fond memories and positive associations that people have with a particular brand, marketers can create a sense of familiarity and comfort that resonates (共鸣) with their audience.(怀旧是一种强大的情感，可以用来在品牌和受众之间建立强烈的情感联系。通过挖掘人们对特定品牌的美好回忆和积极联想，营销人员可以创造一种熟悉感和舒适感，与他们的受众产生共鸣)”可知，营销中经常会运用“怀旧”是因为它能唤起观众对品牌的积极情绪。故选C。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“By incorporating elements of the classic Barbie brand into the movies, such as the symbolic pink color, the classic Barbie logo, and the inclusion of classic Barbie characters, the movies serve as a way to transport fans back to their childhood and relive their favorite memories.(通过将经典芭比品牌的元素融入电影中，例如象征性的粉红色，经典芭比标志，以及经典芭比角色的加入，这些电影作为一种将粉丝带回童年并重温他们最美好的回忆的方式)”可知，芭比电影中突出了粉红色。故选A。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章倒数第二段“In fact, the movies have managed to attract a new generation of fans who may not have been familiar with the classic Barbie brand. By creating movies that are both entertaining and empowering, the brand has managed to appeal to a wider audience, including young girls who may be looking for strong female role models.(事实上，这些电影已经成功吸引了可能不熟悉经典芭比品牌的新一代粉丝。通过制作娱乐性和赋权性并重的电影，该品牌成功地吸引了更广泛的观众，包括那些可能正在寻找坚强女性榜样的年轻女孩)”可推知，芭比电影成功地吸引了更广泛的观众，如，正在寻找坚强女性榜样的年轻女孩，所以它通过创造新的女性榜样来扩大观众基础。故选D。
【11题详解】
词义猜测题。根据文章划线词后文“for promoting unrealistic beauty standards and conventional gender images(因为宣扬不切实际的审美标准和传统的性别形象)”可推知，由于宣扬不切实际的审美标准和传统的性别形象，芭比电影曾经遭到批评，划线词与Criticized意思一致。故选B。
D
How is it that a fly always seems to be buzzing around your food moments after you sit down for an outdoor meal
The answer is practice. Or, more specifically: evolution (进化). Flies and other insects have been on a multimillion-year journey of evolution, improving their ability to detect food. Being able to zero in on nutritious meals is a matter of life and death.
The family of flies that I study — the blowflies — are the buzzing ones that are usually a beautiful metallic blue with bronze and green colors. They’ve perfected their ability to quickly sense the smells that naturally come off picnics and garbage cans. There is a lot of competition for a resource like an overflowing garbage can because of how nutritious garbage, with the meat rotting in it, is. But the blowflies can sense these smells long before their competitors or people can, and tend to show up to the scene first.
Sensing systems differ depending on the insect and species. The blowflies’ main sensing organ is their antennae, two thin projections (凸起) from the head that are covered in tiny hairs. These fine hairs are made up of special cells that contain receptors (受体) for specific smells. Think about a batch of chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven. You can detect their delicious smells because we humans have receptors on the surfaces of the cells that line the inside of our noses. These receptors send signals to the brain: yummy food ahead. They’re detecting the sweet smell of sugar-based molecules, an energy-rich food source for us.
What’s a “good” or a “bad” smell can differ depending on the animal doing the smelling. The attractive rotting meat stench(恶臭) that a fly finds delightful is perceived quite differently by a person passing by an unpleasant garbage can on a hot day. But any fly that can detect the useful smell signal, which means “nutritious fly food here”, will have an advantage. Over time, the insects that have the receptors for those smells will have better survival rates and produce more generations.
12. Why does the author focus on blowflies in his study
A. They have attractive deep green colors.
B. They have gone through much evolution.
C. They have unusual ability to sense smells.
D. They are easier to control than other species.
13. In which field do blowflies have an advantage over their competitors
A. Detecting food resources. B. Designing flying routes.
C. Producing nutrition out of garbage. D. Escaping from enemies.
14. How does the author develop the fourth paragraph
A. By explaining a principle. B. By making a comparison.
C. By following time order. D. By describing a process.
15. What’s the message implied in the last paragraph
A. It’s rather easy to wipe out the blowflies.
B. Nutritious foods usually have attractive smells.
C. The receptors play a key role in flies’ survival.
D. Flies find a smell signal much faster than humans.
【答案】12. C 13. A 14. B 15. C
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文，文章以绿头苍蝇为例，解释了苍蝇是如何通过感受器快速探测食物的，它们的气味感受器在苍蝇的生存中起到了重要的作用。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“The family of flies that I study — the blowflies — are the buzzing ones that are usually a beautiful metallic blue, with bronze and green colors. They’ve perfected their ability to quickly sense the smells that naturally come off picnics and garbage cans.(我研究的苍蝇家族——绿头苍蝇——是一种嗡嗡作响的苍蝇，通常是一种美丽的金属蓝色，带有青铜色和绿色。他们已经完善了快速感知野餐和垃圾桶自然产生的气味的能力)”可知，作者关注绿头苍蝇是由于它们有不同寻常的嗅觉能力。故选C。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“There is a lot of competition for a resource like an overflowing garbage can because of how nutritious garbage, with the meat rotting in it, is. But the blowflies can sense these smells long before their competitors or people can, and tend to show up to the scene first.(像一个满溢的垃圾桶这样的资源会有很多竞争，因为垃圾的营养价值很高，里面有腐烂的肉。但绿头苍蝇能比它们的竞争对手或人类更早地嗅到这些气味，而且往往会先出现在现场)”可知，绿头苍蝇比起竞争对手能更快地探测食物资源。故选A。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第四段“Sensing systems differ depending on the insect and species. The blowflies’ main sensing organ is their antennae, two thin projections from the head that are covered in tiny hairs. These fine hairs are made up of special cells that contain receptors for specific smells. Think about a batch of chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven. You can detect their delicious smells because we humans have receptors on the surfaces of the cells that line the inside of our noses. These receptors send signals to the brain: yummy food ahead. They’re detecting the sweet smell of sugar-based molecules, an energy-rich food source for us.(感应系统因昆虫和物种的不同而不同。绿头苍蝇的主要感知器官是它们的触角，这是它们头部的两个薄薄的突起，上面覆盖着细小的毛发。这些细毛是由特殊的细胞组成的，这些细胞含有对特定气味的感受器。想想刚从烤箱里出来的一批巧克力饼干。你可以闻到它们的香味，因为我们人类鼻子内部的细胞表面有感受器。这些感受器向大脑发送信号：前方有美味的食物。它们能探测到糖基分子的甜味，这是一种能量丰富的食物来源)”可知，文章第四段作者是通过将苍蝇的感受器和人的感受器进行对比来描述的。故选B。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“But any fly that can detect the useful smell signal, which means “nutritious fly food here”, will have an advantage. Over time, the insects that have the receptors for those smells will have better survival rates and produce more generations.(但是任何能够探测到有用的气味信号，意味着“这里有营养的苍蝇食物”的苍蝇，将具有优势。随着时间的推移，拥有这些气味感受器的昆虫将有更好的存活率，并产生更多的后代)”可推知，气味感受器在苍蝇的生存中起到了重要的作用。故选C。
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
You’re overwhelmed (压垮). That is a state where there is just too much on your plate. You have no idea how you will ever get it all done. ____16____ And it can lead to anxiety, unhealthy stress, and even burnout.
Here are three steps you can put into immediate action next time you feel overwhelmed.
Stop and breathe.
The first thing to do is stop. This may seem unreasonable when you hurry to get everything done. But to end the state of being overwhelmed, we first need to step out of the busyness. ____17____ And we end up running around and around in our own unproductiveness and panic. Start consciously breathing. As your breathing starts to slow, extend your breath. Bring your breath down deep into your stomach. Hold the inhale (吸气) for a few counts and then slowly release.
____18____
Stand up and get away from the situation that is causing the pressure and anxiety. It could be your desk, or your lounge room. If you can, go outside. If not, find a quiet space. You need to get some distance from the messiness. Walking away, even momentarily, often provides enough of a break to get some perspective. ____19____
Refocus.
After returning to your place, take a few moments to think about the situation. ____20____ As you do so, highlight the things that are adding fuel to your feeling of too much pressure. By taking the time to look at your priorities and time commitments, you will step out of the pressure, take care of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being, and give more energy to the tasks and projects that really matter.
A. Walk away.
B. Never stop moving forward.
C. Seek advice from people around you.
D. Then come back with a clearer mind.
E. Otherwise, it becomes a bad cycle.
F. It’s the feeling of being “in over your head”.
G. Write down all the things that are on your to-do list.
【答案】16. F 17. E 18. A 19. D 20. G
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章介绍了在不堪重负时可以采取的三个步骤。
【16题详解】
上文“That is a state where there is just too much on your plate. You have no idea how you will ever get it all done.(在这种状态下，你有很多事要忙。你不知道如何才能完成所有的工作)”描述了一种状态，F项“这是一种“不知所措”的感觉”总结上文，下文中的“it”指代F项中的“the feeling of being ‘in over your head’”，故选F。
【17题详解】
上文“But to end the state of being overwhelmed, we first need to step out of the busyness.(但要结束这种不堪重负的状态，我们首先需要从忙碌中走出来)”提到，首先要从忙碌的状态中走出来，深呼吸，下文“And we end up running around and around in our own unproductiveness and panic.(我们最终会在自己的低效和恐慌中不停地跑来跑去)”是描述如果不这样做的后果，E项“否则，就会形成恶性循环”符合语境，故选E。
【18题详解】
根据本段中“Stand up and get away from the situation that is causing the pressure and anxiety.(站起来，远离造成压力和焦虑的情况)”以及“If you can, go outside. If not, find a quiet space. You need to get some distance from the messiness. Walking away, even momentarily, often provides enough of a break to get some perspective.(如果可以的话，到外面去。如果没有，找一个安静的地方。你需要远离混乱。走开，即使只是暂时走开，也能给你足够的休息时间，让你看清一些事情)”可知，本段是建议走开，A项“走开”符合语境，故选A。
【19题详解】
上文“Walking away, even momentarily, often provides enough of a break to get some perspective.(走开，即使只是暂时走开，也能给你足够的休息时间，让你看清一些事情)”提到走开能有足够的时间休息，看清一些事情，D项“然后带着更清晰的头脑回来”承接上文，描述走开调整好状态后再返回，故选D。
【20题详解】
上文“After returning to your place, take a few moments to think about the situation.(回到你的地方后，花点时间思考一下情况)”提到花点时间思考一下情况，结合下文“As you do so, highlight the things that are adding fuel to your feeling of too much pressure. By taking the time to look at your priorities and time commitments(当你这样做的时候，突出那些给你的压力增加燃料的事情。花点时间看看你的优先事项和时间承诺)”可知，空处是承接上文，思考之后写下自己要做的事情，然后花点时间看看优先事项和截止日期，G项“写下你待办事项清单上的所有事情”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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Greenstein Prescott was a high school senior. Her English teacher, Fred DiMeo, gave her an assignment: ____21____ a poem in front of the whole class.
Greenstein had a mild stutter(口吃). The ____22____ of getting up in front of her classmates and stuttering through the poem was too much to ____23____. Greenstein went home and ____24____ how scared she was. Her mom agreed to write a note asking for her to be ____25____ from doing the assignment.
When the day finally came, Greenstein recited the poem one-on-one to DiMeo. Once she was ____26____, DiMeo said something Greenstein’d never heard before: He liked listening to her ____27____. For the first time, Greenstein considered the possibility that public speaking didn’t have to be a ____28____ of fear. “I think it was so ____29____ in his mind and I should have nothing to be _____30_____ of,” Greenstein said.
Greenstein went on to graduate from high school and go to college. She never got to _____31_____ thank DiMeo. But after college, she landed a job as a corporate trainer. The new _____32_____ made her realize how big an impact DiMeo had had on her _____33_____.
“He truly is an unsung _____34_____ because he played a big role in my successful career. I don’t know where I would have been if I was fearful of _____35_____ myself. I’d like to give him my thanks for that kindness,” Greenstein said.
21. A. Create B. Recite C. Assess D. Repeat
22. A. chance B. memory C. trouble D. thought
23. A. bear B. control C. forget D. ignore
24. A. confirmed B. imagined C. revealed D. recorded
25. A. prohibited B. questioned C. excused D. discouraged
26. A. tired B. done C. stressed D. hesitant
27. A. story B. voice C. opinion D. explanation
28. A. feature B. source C. treatment D. signal
29. A. minor B. funny C. flexible D. necessary
30. A. guilty B. proud C. mindful D. afraid
31. A. generously B. secretly C. properly D. regularly
32. A. position B. challenge C. connection D. opportunity
33. A. family B. reputation C. confidence D. patience
34 A. hero B. citizen C. fighter D. volunteer
35. A. forgiving B. punishing C. limiting D. embarrassing
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. C 25. C 26. B 27. B 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. C 32. A 33. C 34. A 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇记叙文，讲述了Greenstein Prescott有轻度口吃，害怕在公众场合表现，在一次任务中，老师Fred DiMeo称赞她的声音，给了Greenstein Prescott自信，最后获得成功，感激老师的故事。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：她的英语老师弗雷德·迪梅奥给她布置了一项作业:在全班同学面前背诵一首诗。A. Create创造；B. Recite朗诵；C. Assess评估；D. Repeat重复。根据第三段“Greenstein recited the poem one-on-one to DiMeo”可知，DiMeo老师布置了Greenstein朗诵诗歌的任务。故选B项。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：一想到要站在同学面前结结巴巴地念完这首诗，她就难以忍受。A. chance机会；B. memory记忆力；C. trouble麻烦；D. thought想法。根据“Greenstein had a mild stutter(口吃).”及“of getting up in front of her classmates and stuttering through the poem”可知，这里表示Greenstei对于这件事情的想法。故选D项。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意同上。A. bear忍受；B. control控制；C. forget忘记；D. ignore忽视。根据“stuttering through the poem”可知，一想到在同学面前会口吃，Greenstein就无法忍受。故选A项。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：格林斯坦回到家，透露了她有多害怕。A. confirmed证实；B. imagined想象；C. revealed揭示，透露；D. recorded记录。根据“Greenstein went home and ____4____ how scared she was.”可知，回家应该是和妈妈透露自己有多害怕。故选C项。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：她妈妈同意给她写张纸条，请求允许她不做作业。A. prohibited禁止；B. questioned询问；C. excused同意免除；D. discouraged使……泄气。根据“Her mom agreed to write a note asking for her”及“from doing the assignment”可知，be excused from doing意思为：同意免除做某事，此处表示妈妈看到Greenstein十分害怕，就同意写便条同意孩子免除这个任务。故选C项。
【26题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：她完成后，迪梅奥说了一些格林斯坦以前从未听过的话：他喜欢听她的声音。A. tired劳累的；B. done结束的；C. stressed有压力的；D. hesitant犹豫的。根据前文“Greenstein recited the poem one-on-one to DiMeo”可知，老师要求Greenstein一对一朗诵给老师听，结合“DiMeo said something Greenstein’d never heard before”可知，这是老师在Greenstein朗诵完成之后说的。故选B项。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。 A. story故事；B. voice声音；C. opinion观点；D. explanation解释。根据“He liked listening to her”可知，上文提及Greenstein有些结巴，所以此处是老师鼓励她，说喜欢她的声音。故选B项。
【28题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：格林斯坦第一次考虑到公开演讲不一定是恐惧的来源。A. feature特点；B. source来源；C. treatment治疗，对待；D. signal信号。根据上文“Greenstein went home and ____4____ how scared she was.”可知，得知老师让自己在公开场合朗诵诗歌，Greenstein害怕了，此处老师的话语让她意识到，公开演讲不一定是恐惧的来源。故选B项。
【29题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：格林斯坦说：“我认为这在他看来是微不足道的，我应该没什么好害怕的。”A. minor轻微的；B. funny滑稽的；C. flexible灵活的；D. necessary必要的。根据上文“He liked listening to her ____7____.”可知，老师喜欢Greenstein的声音，而忽略了她的口吃，所以她觉得这件事在老师的心里是十分轻微的缺点。故选A项。
【30题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意同上。A. guilty愧疚的；B. proud骄傲的；C. mindful留意的；D. afraid害怕的。根据上文“that public speaking didn’t have to be a ____8____ of fear.”可知，Greenstein在此处意识到，害怕也是没有必要的。故选D项。
【31题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：她从没好好感谢过迪梅奥。A. generously慷慨地；B. secretly秘密地；C. properly合适地，真正地；D. regularly规律地。根据“Greenstein went on to graduate from high school and go to college.”可知，Greenstein之后就毕业升学了，并没有真正地感谢过老师DiMeo。故选C项。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：这个新职位让她意识到迪梅奥对她的信心产生了多大的影响。A. position位置，职位；B. challenge挑战；C. connection联系；D. opportunity机会。根据“she landed a job as a corporate trainer.”可知，Greenstein找到了工作，这个工作的职位让她想起了老师DiMeo。故选A项。
33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。 A. family家庭；B. reputation名声；C. confidence信心；D. patience耐心。根据上文“I think it was so ____9____ in his mind and I should have nothing to be ____10____ of”可知，老师DiMeo的话语对Greenstein的信心产生了积极影响。故选C项。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：他确实是一位无名英雄，因为他在我成功的职业生涯中发挥了重要作用。A. hero英雄；B. citizen居民；C. fighter战士；D. volunteer志愿者。根据“because he played a big role in my successful career”可知，老师DiMeo在Greenstein眼里是一位英雄。故选A项。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我不知道如果我害怕让自己难堪，我会在哪里。A. forgiving原谅；B. punishing惩罚；C. limiting限制；D. embarrassing使尴尬。根据上文“The ____2____ of getting up in front of her classmates and stuttering through the poem was too much to ____3____. Greenstein went home and ____4____ how scared she was.”可知，如果没有老师的话语，Greenstein仍然会害怕自己陷入尴尬。故选D项。
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
The Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival was established on January 5th, 1985, becoming ____36____ world-class celebration of ice and snow. The Ice and Snow Festival is the ____37____ (long) ice and snow festival in the world. It only has an opening ceremony, ____38____ (hold) on January 5th each year, and there is no closing ceremony. ____39____ (original) planned for a month, in reality, the festivities begin at the end of the previous year, continuing till the end of February, when the ice and snow activities conclude. During this period, it encompasses (包含) four significant festive events: New Year, Spring Festival (Chinese New Year), Lantern Festival (Yuanxiao Festival), and a skiing festival.
Initially, the festival ____40____ (regard) as a way to attract tourists and showcase the unique winter beauty and cultural ____41____ (rich) of Harbin, a city in northeastern China. It has since grown into one of the world’s most famous winter festivals, ____42____ (draw) millions of visitors from around the globe. Over the years, the festival ____43____ (become) a significant driver of tourism in the region.
The festival serves as a platform for cultural exchange and collaboration. International and local artists come together ____44____ (create) beautiful ice and snow sculptures, and the event often features performances, exhibitions, and activities that showcase various cultural traditions. It provides an opportunity ____45____ people from different backgrounds, in which they can learn about and appreciate each other’s cultures.
【答案】36. a 37. longest
38. held 39. Originally
40. was regarded
41. richness
42. drawing
43. has become
44. to create
45. for##to
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章主要介绍了哈尔滨国际冰雪节的起源和发展，以及这一节日的重要作用和意义。
【36题详解】
考查冠词。句意：哈尔滨国际冰雪节创立于1985年1月5日，是世界一流的冰雪盛会。celebration在句中用作可数名词，此处表示泛指，应用不定冠词，world-class是辅音音素开头，故填a。
【37题详解】
考查形容词最高级。句意：冰雪节是世界上最长的冰雪节日。空处“in the world”可知，此处指“世界上最长的冰雪节日”，应用形容词最高级，故填longest。
【38题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：它只有一个开幕式，在每年的1月5日举行，没有闭幕式。hold和opening ceremony之间是动宾关系，应用过去分词状语，故填held。
39题详解】
考查副词。句意：原本计划为期一个月，但实际上，庆祝活动从前一年年底开始，一直持续到2月底冰雪活动结束。空处修饰动词planned，应用副词形式，首字母应大写，故填Originally。
【40题详解】
考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：最初，这个节日被认为是吸引游客，展示中国东北城市哈尔滨独特的冬季美景和丰富的文化的一种方式。主语festival和动词regard之间是被动关系，结合“Initially”可知此处是描述过去发生的事情，应用一般过去时的被动语态，主语表示单数意义，故填was regarded。
【41题详解】
考查名词。句意同上。空处作宾语，空前cultural是形容词，应填名词形式，richness“丰富”，不可数名词，故填richness。
【42题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：它已经发展成为世界上最著名的冬季节日之一，吸引了来自世界各地的数百万游客。draw和逻辑主语It（指代the festival）之间是主谓关系，应用现在分词作状语，故填drawing。
【43题详解】
考查时态和主谓一致。句意：多年来，该节日已成为该地区旅游业的重要推动力。根据时间状语“Over the years”可知句子用现在完成时，主语festival表示单数意义，故填has become。
【44题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：国际和本地艺术家聚集在一起创作美丽的冰雕和雪雕，活动通常以表演、展览和展示各种文化传统的活动为特色。结合句意可知，此处表示目的，应用动词不定式作目的状语，故填to create。
【45题详解】
考查介词。句意：它为来自不同背景的人们提供了一个学习和欣赏彼此文化的机会。provide sth for/to sb“为某人提供某物”，故填for/to。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你的好友 Janson想了解中国传统节日，请你给他写封邮件，向他推荐 Chinese Festivals 一书。内容包括：
1.图书简介;
2.向他赠书。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Janson,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Janson,
I’m much delighted to know that you are interested in learning about Chinese traditional festivals. Here I’m recommending the book Chinese Festivals to you. In it, there are introductions to all the major Chinese festivals, like the Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival. Better still, the book is written in English and contains 150 pages in all. It has colorful illustrations, through which you will get a better understanding of the Chinese festivals and various activities specially organized for them.
Will you please give me your address so I can send a copy to you as a gift afterwards
Looking forward to your early reply.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给好友 Janson写封邮件，向他推荐Chinese Festivals一书。
【详解】1.词汇积累
高兴的：delighted→glad
对……感兴趣：be interested in→show an interest in
包含：contain→include
各种各样的：various→a variety of
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：In it, there are introductions to all the major Chinese festivals, like the Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival.
拓展句：In it, there are introductions to all the major Chinese festivals, which include the Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival.
【点睛】【高分句型1】I’m much delighted to know that you are interested in learning about Chinese traditional festivals.（运用了that引导的宾语从句）
【高分句型2】It has colorful illustrations, through which you will get a better understanding of the Chinese festivals and various activities specially organized for them.（运用了“介词+关系词”引导的非限制性定语从句）
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。
My legs and arms were shaking. Sweat was tripping down my face. Every step felt like thousands of needles were sinking into my legs. I couldn’t take it. By that time I had got three blisters (水泡) on each foot. It felt like I was in Sahara!
It was discovery week. Grade eight was visiting Altai for a week. We lived in camps near the river. Now we were going up the mountain called The Devil’s Finger. But the mountain was only getting steeper (陡的). Most of the people were already on the top, screaming, laughing and taking selfies. Then I realized I had left my hat on the bus and I felt even worse. I touched my head. It was warm, but I couldn’t do anything about it.
Most of my friends were up the hill cheering me on. “Pointless!” I told them. “I can’t go any faster!” They looked at me and laughed. “They have got to be kidding me! Are they doing it on purpose ”
I was making my way slowly up the mountain. My feet stepped on something. I thought it was a rock, but whatever. The rock slipped from under my boot and went tumbling down the mountain. I lost my balance and fell on the ground. “Are you OK ” I heard a voice behind me. “Just tired. I’m taking a break.” I didn’t want to say that I fell.
There were only eight people behind me by that time. I decided to speed up because I didn’t want to be the last one up. I looked up. Yana was already on the top, waving to me. “It’s like she isn’t tired at all,” I thought to myself. The sun was behind her so I could barely see her face. Actually, no. I could see a huge smile on her face. She was shouting something, but I couldn’t hear it. I decided that the rest of the way up I would not stop to take any breaks.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
However, my body wasn’t listening and I sunk to the ground again.
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Finally, I reached the top of the mountain.
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【答案】范文
However, my body wasn’t listening and I sunk to the ground again. It was too hot and my lips were dried. I reached for my water bottle. My blisters were killing me and the pain was unbearable. My lungs felt like they were about to explode. However, I pushed myself to get up. The Devil’s Finger laughed at me with its steep incline, but I refused to give in. My friends’ cheers echoed in my ears, reminding me that I wasn’t alone. With each step, I felt like I was conquering not just the mountain, but my own fears and limitations. For a moment I felt a cool breeze.
Finally, I reached the top of the mountain. The view was breathtaking. I could see everything from this height. Giant clouds were rushing past me like ships on the ocean. At the same time, the sense of accomplishment was indescribable. Yana ran to hug me, her smile wider than ever. “You made it!” she shouted. I looked around at my friends, all celebrating our victory together. The exhaustion was worth it. I had proven to myself that with perseverance and determination, I could overcome any obstacle. The Devil’s Finger no longer seemed so terrible, and I felt a newfound strength in myself.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者和朋友去爬山，一路上十分辛苦，作者几乎坚持不下去。好在最后在朋友的鼓励下，作者克服恐惧和疲惫，成功到达山顶，感到自己有了一种新的力量。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“然而，我的身体没有听进去，我又沉到了地上”可知，第一段可描写作者爬山途中感到不适以及坚持爬完。
②由第二段首句内容“最后，我到达了山顶。景色令人叹为观止”可知，第二段可描写到达山顶以后作者的感受和感悟。
2.续写线索：感到疲惫——拒绝屈服——朋友鼓励——克服恐惧——到达山顶——作者感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
拿取：reach for/pull out
嘲笑：laugh at/tease
拒绝：refuse/turn down
情绪类
难以忍受：unbearable/insufferable
可怕：terrible/frightening
【点睛】[高分句型1] I had proven to myself that with perseverance and determination, I could overcome any obstacle. (运用了that引导宾语从句)
[高分句型2] I looked around at my friends, all celebrating our victory together. (运用了现在分词作状语)
听力答案：1-5 ACAAB 6-10 BCCBB 11-15 BCACB 16-20 CABCA2023—2024学年高中毕业班阶段性测试(八)
英语
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2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。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’s Bobby going to do
A. Go to school. B. Cook a meal. C. Go shopping.
2. What’s the man’s job about
A. Public health. B. Computer science. C. International trade.
3. What colour T-shirt will the man take
A. A red one. B. A purple one. C. A black one.
4 What’s the conversation mainly about
A WeChat expressions. B. Social media. C. Online conversations.
5. When will the man have a job interview
A. Next Monday. B. Next Tuesday. C. Next Wednesday.
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。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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What would the woman like to be
A. A journalist. B. A teacher. C. A doctor.
7. What are the speakers talking about
A. Why they should study.
B. In which city they should work.
C. Which job they should take.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why is Vikram so happy
A. He just got a prize. B. He finished a picture. C. He saw beautiful scenes.
9. Where does Vikram prefer to sit
A. In the front. B. Near the window. C. Around the table.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What type of room has the man reserved
A. A single room. B. A double room. C. A smoking room.
11. Which room does the man receive
A. Room 402. B. Room 412. C. Room 420.
12. Why can’t the man enter the room right now
A. Check in starts at 2 o’clock.
B. The room needs repairing.
C. The room is not ready.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Where does the conversation take place probably
A. In a shop. B. In a hotel. C. In a restaurant.
14. What’s the man’s mistake
A. He forgot to bring some gifts.
B. He forgot an important meeting.
C. He forgot his wife’s birthday.
15. How much money does the man have with him now
A. $12. B. $12.32. C. $22.32.
16. What’s the woman’s advice for the man this weekend
A. Playing golf. B. Eating at McDonalds. C. Staying with his wife.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is “Bush Tucker”
A. A kind of diet. B. The name of a hunter. C. The name of a plant.
18. What caused the population of Aboriginal Australians to decrease greatly
A. Hunger. B. Diseases. C. Conflicts.
19. What can we learn about the “Stolen Children”
A. They were well taken care of.
B. They were sold and bought freely.
C. They couldn’t live with their parents.
20. What’s Aboriginal Australians’ life like today
A. They have equal rights.
B. They live on reserves.
C. They have no land.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Skate Westgate
Nov. 3rd — Dec. 28th
●Admission: $22
Kids & adults are invited to partake in a timeless holiday tradition — outdoor ice-skating on our real ice rink! Whether you’re a professional skater or wearing skates for the first time, you are welcome. Skate Westgate will be open from November 3rd through December 28th, with hours varying each day.
Posers! An Art Installation
Nov. 16th — Nov. 30th
●Admission: $15
●Time: 3 pm — 5 pm
Peter Leue, a wood and mixed media artist for 5 decades, brings wood to life with his fascinating art tools. Posers! A series of wood sculptures that take on the trappings (装饰) of real life will be on exhibit in Haggerty Plaza from November 16th through the 30th. Join Peter and his Posers for an interactive opening ceremony on November 16th from 3 pm to 7 pm. Children under 12 are admitted free.
Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
Nov. 10th
●Admission: $12
●Time: 6: 30 pm — 11:00 pm
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Tucson. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi at Grace St Paul’s Episcopal Church under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Oak Creek Arts and Crafts Show
Nov. 16th — Dec. 31st
●Admission: $10
●Time: 9 am — 5 pm
Arts and crafts lovers celebrate the return of the Oak Creek Arts and Crafts Show at Sedona Vista Village. Our shows are very popular with locals and visitors. In fact, we have another location in Sedona, Arizona just to showcase all works of the artists. Shopping is at its finest with paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry and Native American art.
1. What do we know about Skate Westgate
A. It admits skaters of all levels.
B. It is a competitive event for skaters.
C. It has a fixed open time during the day.
D. It asks kids to be accompanied by their parents.
2. What’s special about the event in Tucson on November 10th
A. It takes place in the open air.
B. It charges the highest admission.
C. It focuses on both music and fine arts.
D. It has age limits for its participants.
3. Where can you expect to interact with a well-known artist
A. At Skate Westgate. B. At Haggerty Plaza.
C. At Episcopal Church. D. At Sedona Vista Village.
B
Protecting and serving is more than checking for imminent (紧急的) danger. One officer in South Hill, Virginia, makes it his mission to make people of all ages feel safe after giving the all-clear, starting with the younger generations.
And because of his kindness, many parents and their children look on C. B. Fleming as something of a superhero. 28-year-old Mom, Lesha Roper-Boswell said that the neighborhood kids need someone “larger than life” they can depend on to protect them and their town, and Fleming fits the role beautifully. “He’s awesome. That’s the only word you can really use to describe C. B.,” she told reporters. “It’s just amazing — the bond he has with the children.”
Recently, residents in an apartment complex had a scare when emergency crews came to investigate a gas leak. Though he could have just left the scene after making sure the leak wasn’t harmful, Officer Fleming made sure everyone in the building felt safer.
Seeing some kids play outside with dolls, he sat down and joined them, reassuring them that everything was going to be okay. The kids were happy to have another playmate, regardless of his uniform. Impressed and grateful, Roper-Boswell took a video of the kind act and posted it on Facebook, where it’s gained thousands of views from people living all over the country.
Fleming, who is celebrating his 15th year on the force, said he’s always desired to do more than fine people for violating (违反) parking rules. “It’s something I’ve always tried to do,” he said about also looking out for the children. “When I got into this job, I knew there was something different, other than just writing tickets and being the ‘bad’ person all the time. I figured if I could be that bright spot in someone’s day, then that was all that mattered.”
4. What kind of role did C. B. Fleming play according to Roper-Boswell
A. A risk-taker. B. A superhero. C. A decision-maker. D. A teacher.
5. What about Fleming impressed Roper-Boswell at the scene
A. His devotion to work. B. His professional skills.
C. His striking uniform. D. His connection with kids.
6. What does C. B. Fleming consider a top priority in his life
A. Bringing joy to people. B. Performing his duties.
C. Looking after the kids. D. Raising people’s awareness.
7. Which of the following may be a suitable title for the text
A. Neighborhood Spared from Fire Thanks to Crews
B. Police Officer’s Kindness Rewarded by Residents
C. Police Officer Becomes Hero to Neighborhood Kids
D. Police Officer Aims to Reduce Residents’ Violations
C
Nostalgia (怀旧) is a powerful emotion that can be employed to create a strong emotional connection between a brand and its audience. By tapping into the fond memories and positive associations that people have with a particular brand, marketers can create a sense of familiarity and comfort that resonates (共鸣) with their audience. This emotional connection can then be used to drive engagement and loyalty, ultimately leading to increased sales.
In the case of Barbie movie marketing, nostalgia has been used. By incorporating elements of the classic Barbie brand into the movies, such as the symbolic pink color, the classic Barbie logo, and the inclusion of classic Barbie characters, the movies serve as a way to transport fans back to their childhood and relive their favorite memories.
This emotional connection is further strengthened by the marketing campaigns, which create a sense of community and excitement around the brand. By using social media to build hype (夸张报道) and anticipation for each movie, the brand has managed to create a loyal and engaged fan base that has contributed to its success.
The success of Barbie movie marketing has not been limited to the brand’s existing fan base. In fact, the movies have managed to attract a new generation of fans who may not have been familiar with the classic Barbie brand. By creating movies that are both entertaining and empowering, the brand has managed to appeal to a wider audience, including young girls who may be looking for strong female role models.
The impact of Barbie movie marketing on a new generation can be seen in the way that the brand has developed over the years. Although Barbie was once denounced for promoting unrealistic beauty standards and conventional gender images, the brand has since made significant steps in promoting diversity and inclusivity (包容性). The recent Barbie movies feature diverse actors and storylines that promote self-empowerment and self-acceptance, reflecting the changing attitudes and values of society.
8. Nostalgia is often used in marketing mainly because ______.
A it enables a new brand to expand its markets quickly
B. it has a strong influence on people’s choice of goods
C. it brings back the audience’s positive emotions about a brand
D. it helps make goods appealing to customers of all age groups
9. What can we learn about Barbie movies
A. They highlight the color of pink. B. They use a different logo.
C. They target children as audiences. D. They are about community stories.
10. How have Barbie movies managed to grow their fan base
A. By simplifying the storylines.
B. By removing the classic characters.
C. By including more cultural elements.
D. By creating new female role models.
11. What does the underlined word “denounced” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Acknowledged. B. Criticized. C. Observed. D. Respected.
D
How is it that a fly always seems to be buzzing around your food moments after you sit down for an outdoor meal
The answer is practice. Or, more specifically: evolution (进化). Flies and other insects have been on a multimillion-year journey of evolution, improving their ability to detect food. Being able to zero in on nutritious meals is a matter of life and death.
The family of flies that I study — the blowflies — are the buzzing ones that are usually a beautiful metallic blue, with bronze and green colors. They’ve perfected their ability to quickly sense the smells that naturally come off picnics and garbage cans. There is a lot of competition for a resource like an overflowing garbage can because of how nutritious garbage, with the meat rotting in it, is. But the blowflies can sense these smells long before their competitors or people can, and tend to show up to the scene first.
Sensing systems differ depending on the insect and species. The blowflies’ main sensing organ is their antennae, two thin projections (凸起) from the head that are covered in tiny hairs. These fine hairs are made up of special cells that contain receptors (受体) for specific smells. Think about a batch of chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven. You can detect their delicious smells because we humans have receptors on the surfaces of the cells that line the inside of our noses. These receptors send signals to the brain: yummy food ahead. They’re detecting the sweet smell of sugar-based molecules, an energy-rich food source for us.
What’s a “good” or a “bad” smell can differ depending on the animal doing the smelling. The attractive rotting meat stench(恶臭) that a fly finds delightful is perceived quite differently by a person passing by an unpleasant garbage can on a hot day. But any fly that can detect the useful smell signal, which means “nutritious fly food here”, will have an advantage. Over time, the insects that have the receptors for those smells will have better survival rates and produce more generations.
12. Why does the author focus on blowflies in his study
A. They have attractive deep green colors.
B. They have gone through much evolution.
C. They have unusual ability to sense smells.
D. They are easier to control than other species.
13. In which field do blowflies have an advantage over their competitors
A. Detecting food resources. B. Designing flying routes.
C. Producing nutrition out of garbage. D. Escaping from enemies.
14. How does the author develop the fourth paragraph
A. By explaining a principle. B. By making a comparison.
C. By following time order. D. By describing a process.
15 What’s the message implied in the last paragraph
A. It’s rather easy to wipe out the blowflies.
B. Nutritious foods usually have attractive smells.
C. The receptors play a key role in flies’ survival.
D. Flies find a smell signal much faster than humans.
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
You’re overwhelmed (压垮). That is a state where there is just too much on your plate. You have no idea how you will ever get it all done. ____16____ And it can lead to anxiety, unhealthy stress, and even burnout.
Here are three steps you can put into immediate action next time you feel overwhelmed.
Stop and breathe.
The first thing to do is stop. This may seem unreasonable when you hurry to get everything done. But to end the state of being overwhelmed, we first need to step out of the busyness. ____17____ And we end up running around and around in our own unproductiveness and panic. Start consciously breathing. As your breathing starts to slow, extend your breath. Bring your breath down deep into your stomach. Hold the inhale (吸气) for a few counts and then slowly release.
____18____
Stand up and get away from the situation that is causing the pressure and anxiety. It could be your desk, or your lounge room. If you can, go outside. If not, find a quiet space. You need to get some distance from the messiness. Walking away, even momentarily, often provides enough of a break to get some perspective. ____19____
Refocus.
After returning to your place, take a few moments to think about the situation. ____20____ As you do so, highlight the things that are adding fuel to your feeling of too much pressure. By taking the time to look at your priorities and time commitments, you will step out of the pressure, take care of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being, and give more energy to the tasks and projects that really matter.
A. Walk away.
B. Never stop moving forward.
C. Seek advice from people around you.
D. Then come back with a clearer mind.
E. Otherwise, it becomes a bad cycle.
F. It’s the feeling of being “in over your head”.
G. Write down all the things that are on your to-do list.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Greenstein Prescott was a high school senior. Her English teacher, Fred DiMeo, gave her an assignment: ____21____ a poem in front of the whole class.
Greenstein had a mild stutter(口吃). The ____22____ of getting up in front of her classmates and stuttering through the poem was too much to ____23____. Greenstein went home and ____24____ how scared she was. Her mom agreed to write a note asking for her to be ____25____ from doing the assignment.
When the day finally came, Greenstein recited the poem one-on-one to DiMeo. Once she was ____26____, DiMeo said something Greenstein’d never heard before: He liked listening to her ____27____. For the first time, Greenstein considered the possibility that public speaking didn’t have to be a ____28____ of fear. “I think it was so ____29____ in his mind and I should have nothing to be _____30_____ of,” Greenstein said.
Greenstein went on to graduate from high school and go to college. She never got to _____31_____ thank DiMeo. But after college, she landed a job as a corporate trainer. The new _____32_____ made her realize how big an impact DiMeo had had on her _____33_____.
“He truly is an unsung _____34_____ because he played a big role in my successful career. I don’t know where I would have been if I was fearful of _____35_____ myself. I’d like to give him my thanks for that kindness,” Greenstein said.
21. A. Create B. Recite C. Assess D. Repeat
22. A. chance B. memory C. trouble D. thought
23. A. bear B. control C. forget D. ignore
24. A. confirmed B. imagined C. revealed D. recorded
25. A. prohibited B. questioned C. excused D. discouraged
26. A. tired B. done C. stressed D. hesitant
27. A. story B. voice C. opinion D. explanation
28. A. feature B. source C. treatment D. signal
29. A. minor B. funny C. flexible D. necessary
30. A. guilty B. proud C. mindful D. afraid
31. A. generously B. secretly C. properly D. regularly
32. A. position B. challenge C. connection D. opportunity
33. A. family B. reputation C. confidence D. patience
34. A. hero B. citizen C. fighter D. volunteer
35. A. forgiving B. punishing C. limiting D. embarrassing
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，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
The Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival was established on January 5th, 1985, becoming ____36____ world-class celebration of ice and snow. The Ice and Snow Festival is the ____37____ (long) ice and snow festival in the world. It only has an opening ceremony, ____38____ (hold) on January 5th each year, and there is no closing ceremony. ____39____ (original) planned for a month, in reality, the festivities begin at the end of the previous year, continuing till the end of February, when the ice and snow activities conclude. During this period, it encompasses (包含) four significant festive events: New Year, Spring Festival (Chinese New Year), Lantern Festival (Yuanxiao Festival), and a skiing festival.
Initially, the festival ____40____ (regard) as a way to attract tourists and showcase the unique winter beauty and cultural ____41____ (rich) of Harbin, a city in northeastern China. It has since grown into one of the world’s most famous winter festivals, ____42____ (draw) millions of visitors from around the globe. Over the years, the festival ____43____ (become) a significant driver of tourism in the region.
The festival serves as a platform for cultural exchange and collaboration. International and local artists come together ____44____ (create) beautiful ice and snow sculptures, and the event often features performances, exhibitions, and activities that showcase various cultural traditions. It provides an opportunity ____45____ people from different backgrounds, in which they can learn about and appreciate each other’s cultures.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你的好友 Janson想了解中国传统节日，请你给他写封邮件，向他推荐 Chinese Festivals 一书。内容包括：
1.图书简介;
2.向他赠书。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Janson,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
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。
My legs and arms were shaking. Sweat was tripping down my face. Every step felt like thousands of needles were sinking into my legs. I couldn’t take it. By that time I had got three blisters (水泡) on each foot. It felt like I was in Sahara!
It was discovery week. Grade eight was visiting Altai for a week. We lived in camps near the river. Now we were going up the mountain called The Devil’s Finger. But the mountain was only getting steeper (陡). Most of the people were already on the top, screaming, laughing and taking selfies. Then I realized I had left my hat on the bus and I felt even worse. I touched my head. It was warm, but I couldn’t do anything about it.
Most of my friends were up the hill cheering me on. “Pointless!” I told them. “I can’t go any faster!” They looked at me and laughed. “They have got to be kidding me! Are they doing it on purpose ”
I was making my way slowly up the mountain. My feet stepped on something. I thought it was a rock, but whatever. The rock slipped from under my boot and went tumbling down the mountain. I lost my balance and fell on the ground. “Are you OK ” I heard a voice behind me. “Just tired. I’m taking a break.” I didn’t want to say that I fell.
There were only eight people behind me by that time. I decided to speed up because I didn’t want to be the last one up. I looked up. Yana was already on the top, waving to me. “It’s like she isn’t tired at all,” I thought to myself. The sun was behind her so I could barely see her face. Actually, no. I could see a huge smile on her face. She was shouting something, but I couldn’t hear it. I decided that the rest of the way up I would not stop to take any breaks.
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However, my body wasn’t listening and I sunk to the ground again.
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Finally, I reached the top of the mountain.
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