三湘名校教育联盟●2024年上学期高二期中大联考
英语
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
Picking a smartwatch isn’t as simple as buying the best-looking or most feature- packed one you can find. To make things easier for you, I tested nearly every flagship smartwatch available over the course of four months to make sure I wasn’t leaving any stone unturned. Here are some of my best picks.
Apple Watch Series 9 GPS
The Series 9 came out in September. I’ve been using it for several months, and the experience is nearly identical to last year's Series 8, but it has some minor improvements that’ll help it stand the test of time a bit longer. It has double brightness of Series 8, new gesture- based controls that don’ t require you to touch the screen, and Siri commands are now processed right on the device rather than sent to the cloud.
Garmin Venu 2 Plus
If you’re not sure whether you can commit to Android or iOS for more than a year or two, or you like to lean heavily into the fitness aspect of wearables, get Garmin’s Venu 2 Plus. Its fitness tracking is hard to beat, with options for cardio, HIIT, yoga, Pilates, golfing, cycling, and swimming, plus all the basics for health tracking.
Apple Watch Ultra 2
Compared with the Series 9, the Ultra 2 has bigger screen, longer battery life, more durable design, and additional Action Button for quickly triggering workouts. However, I don’t think the price point merits a best-in-class designation. The Ultra 2 has an Action Button on the left side of the display. You can program it to quickly start a workout, timer, the watch’s flashlight mode, or run a custom Shortcut automation.
The Series 9 is still an excellent option for most smartwatch users, but the Ultra 2’s additional adjustments make it worthwhile for anyone who truly swears by getting things done on their wrist.
21. What advantage does the Apple Watch Series 9 have over the Series 8
A. Lower Price. B. Brighter display. C. Longer battery life. D. Larger cloud storage.
22. Which smartwatch model is praised for its fitness tracking capabilities
A. Garmin Venu 2 Plus. B. Apple Watch Ultra 2.
C. Apple Watch Series 8. D. Apple Watch Series 9 GPS.
23. What function can be triggered by the Action Button on the Ultra 2
A. Checking heart rate. B. Adjusting weather settings.
C. Changing watch faces. D. Starting flashlight mode.
B
In the complicated network of global economics, one figure has emerged at a highly influential level over the past couple years: Taylor Swift. The pop singer’s impact has extended far beyond her award-winning songs and into the international business stage, with what’s been referred to as “swiftonomics”.
Many believe that the start of Swift’s ongoing world tour, named “The Eres Tour,” was the beginning of exceptionally high economic impact across the United States. Ticketing giants like Ticketmaster and Seat Geek saw impressive sales as fans packed stadiums nationwide, earning an amazing $ 554 million. Globally, the tour raked in an estimated $ 1.04 billion in ticket sales-the first tour in history to hit the billion-dollar milestone.
Swiftonomics go beyond just ticket sales. As the singer added more dates in different countries to her tour, hotels, restaurants, and transportation services of each location’s economy experienced a notable rise. So far, Swift has generated $ 4.6 billion in consumer spending in the United States alone, and this number is expected to exceed $ 5 billion overall. With the Asia leg of her tour kicking off yesterday- starting in Japan-experts have predicted that similar economic boosts will ensue. According to Tokyo City University lecturer Mitsumasa Etou, Swift is expected to generate up to 34.1 billion yen. Etou named the tour Japan’s “biggest ever musical event in terms of predicted economic impact.”
For countries like Singapore, swiftonomics present an opportunity to boost more than just their economy; according to Singapore University Associate Professor Lau Kong Cheen. the Eras Tour concerts breathes new life into the country s reputation in terms of tourism. Cheen said the ripple effect of the tour makes them look “modern, open-minded, and vibrant” Experts say the country’s tourism levels are rising, reaching about 80% of pre-pandemic levels.
The level of spending, engagement, viewership and overall impact that Taylor Swift ha generated continues to reach unexplored heights, and it’s clear that many corporations and countries have profited off her global appeal.
24. Why does the author include so many figures in Paragraphs 2- 3
A. To discuss Taylor Swift’s musical achievements.
B. To highlight the global popularity of Taylor Swift.
C. To showcase the diversity of Taylor Swift’s fanbase.
D. To emphasize the economic impact of Taylor Swift’s tour.
25. What does the underlined word “leg” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Part. B. Performance. C. Stage. D. Impact.
26. What effect has Taylor Swift’s tour had on Singapore
A. Putting an end to the pandemic. B. Restoring its tourism reputation.
C. Reshaping its entertainment image. D. Boosting its pre-pandemic economy.
27. What is the best title of the passage
A. Taylor Swift: An award-winning Musician
B. The Eras Tour: An influential Global Concert .
C. Swiftonomics: The Global Impact of Taylor Swift
D. Swift Impact: Transforming Singapore’s Tourism Reputation
C
Many of us are familiar with the excitement of planning a vacation to an exotic destination. As the departure date approaches, anticipation builds, and the possibilities seem endless. However, upon returning home, the experience often fades quickly as we settle back into our routines. That incredible experience becomes like a dream — similar to watching a movie, but a lot more expensive. But does it have to be like this What if it could be a transformative experience that enriches our lives
Over 200 years ago, Mary Wollstonecraft, a philosopher and feminist, started a journey to Scandinavia during a difficult period in her life. Despite her initial intentions to win back her lover, she found comfort in documenting her travels in “Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark.” Through her observations and reflections, she not only revolutionized travel writing but also healed herself emotionally.
Wollstonecraft’ s approach to travel offers valuable insights for modern-day travelers. Instead of simply sightseeing, she actively engaged with her surroundings, learning about local customs and history, and questioning her own assumptions. She embraced the unpredictability of travel, allowing herself to explore without strict plans.
Here are some goals we can construct from Wollstonecraft’s approach to travel: Try to actively know the place you are in. Observe the customs. Interact with the locals. Learn the whys behind the observation. Explore the history. Try to understand the answers in relation to what you are experiencing now. setting aside any previous assumptions. Notice how the journey is affecting you. What new insights do you have Are your opinions and beliefs challenged Don’t plan out every detail. Embrace uncertainty and explore.
So how do we put those goals into practice Here is where mental models can enhance the travel experience. Exposing ourselves to diverse cultures and perspectives to broaden our worldview. Challenge confirmation bias (认 知偏差) by engaging with ideas that differ from our own. Recognize that happiness and fulfillment can be achieved in various ways.
By including these principles into our travels, we can transform them from mere entertainment into profound end enriching experiences that leave a lasting impact on our lives.
28. What word best describes our feelings upon returning home from a vacation
A. Excited. B. Inspired. C. Disappointed. D. Astonished.
29. What is the function of the example of Mary Wollstonecraft in Paragraph 2
A. To show the transformative power of travel.
B. To highlight the challenges of traveling alone.
C. To emphasize the importance of documenting experiences.
D. To prove the possibility of finding comfort in strict travel plan.
30. Which of the following is in line with Wollstonecraft’s approach to travel
A. The map is not the territory. B. Travel brings love back to your life.
C. Create your own sunshine every day. D. Believe in miracles, trust the journey.
31 How can mental models enhance the travel experience
A. Ignoring differing ideas to avoid bias.
B. Limiting exposure to new perspectives.
C. Seeking entertainment rather than enrichment.
D. Broadening worldview through diverse cultures.
D
The innovation is part of research into brain-computer interfaces (接口) to help improve the lives of people with motor disabilities. The researchers included machine learning capabilities with their brain-computer interface, making it a one-size-fits-all solution.
Typically, these devices require extensive adjustment for each user- every brain is different, both for healthy and disabled users- and that has been a major hurdle to mainstream adoption. This new solution can quickly understand the needs of an individual subject and self-adjust through repetition. That means multiple patients could use the device without needing to tune it to the individual.
In a clinical setting, the subjects wear a cap packed with electrodes (电极) that is connected to a computer. The electrodes gather data by measuring electrical signals from the brain, and the decoder translates the brain signals into commands, which are used to control devices or applications. In this case, the decoded signals are translated into actions in a car racing game and a simpler task involving balancing a digital bar. Subjects were trained simultaneously for both the simpler bar game and the more complex car racing game, thus improving their brain function.
The researchers call this work foundational, in that it sets the stage for further brain-computer interface innovation. This project used 18 subjects with no motor disabilities. As they continue down this road, they will test this on people with motor disabilities to apply it to larger groups in clinical settings. “To achieve this, we need to improve our technology to make it easier to use,’ Millan. a professor in the University of Texas says.
On the side of translating the research, Millan and his team continue to work on a wheelchair that users can drive with the brain- computer interface. At the South by Southwest Conference and Festivals this month, the researchers showed off another potential use of the technology. controlling two rehabilitation (康复) robots for the hand and arm. This was not part of the new paper but a sign of where this technology could go in the future. “We’ll continue down this path wherever it takes us in the pursuit of helping people.” Millan says.
32. Who will benefit the most from the Brain-Computer Interface innovation
A People with physical disabilities. B. Businessmen selling wheelchairs.
C. Students seeking academic improvement. D. Athletes seeking performance enhancement.
33. What is the main advantage of the new solution
A. Faster adjustment process. B. Decreased need for tuning.
C. Improved mainstream adoption. D. Quick understanding of commands.
34. What is the function of electrodes
A. Translating signals. B. Measuring brain signals.
C. Controlling devices. D. Enhancing brain function.
35. What is the probable focus of Millan and his team’s future work
A. Exploring hand and arm rehabilitation.
B. Showcasing technology at conferences.
C. Translating and publishing research papers.
D. Enhancing brain- computer interface technology.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Before we jump into the activities, let’s take a moment to appreciate why teaching founding documents is crucial. These documents aren’t just old pieces of paper gathering dust in a museum. ____36____By exploring them, your students gain a deeper understanding of democracy.
Activity 1: Document Detective
Imagine your classroom as a crime scene, and your students are the detectives tasked with revealing the mysteries of America s founding. Their mission ____37____
Afterward, gather as a class to share findings and engage in a discussion. This activity fosters analytical skills and cultivates a sense of ownership.
____38____Encourage your students to write about what they found most interesting or surprising about the documents they analyzed. They can also reflect on how the values and rights outlined in the documents relate to their own lives and experiences.
Activity 2: Founding Document Timeline
In this activity, your students will create a timeline tracing the evolution of America’s founding documents. Provide your students a blank timeline template or encourage them to create their own using poster boards or digital tools. As they research each event, have them identify the corresponding founding document and its significance.
____39____ They can highlight connections between events and the impact of founding documents on American society.
Activity 3: Founding Documents Escape Room Challenge
Turn your classroom into an escape room where students embark on a thrilling quest through America’s founding history.
____40____For example, a code might lead to a quote from the Declaration of Independence, or a map could guide students to the significance of the Constitutional Convention.
Divide the class into teams and challenge them to solve each puzzle, unlocking the secrets of America’s past. This activity will reinforce critical thinking while adding an element of fun.
A. To provide guiding questions to promote critical thinking.
B. They are living files that continue to influence society today.
C. History is like a grand tapestry woven together by the threads of time.
D. To identify key phrases, principles, and rights within these documents.
E. Once completed, your students can present their timelines to the class.
F. Create a series of puzzles, each linked to a specific founding document.
G. As a follow-up homework, students can write a reflection on their experience.
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
When I was a small child my grandparents would take me to blackberry____41____. It was usually late August when the blackberries were fully ____42____. Grandpa would ____43____ us in his old truck. Being seven or eight at the time, I always enjoyed the trip as we bounced along to our ____44____.
My grandparents always chose the same ____45____. Wild blackberry ____46____ stretched along the roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions. Several hours of picking berries followed.
Nana ____47____ me not to eat any until they had all been washed but turned a knowing blind eye while ____48____ some anyway. I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry as I had a particular ____49____ for anything bitter. The fully immature green berries were too much even for my taste and were just _____50_____ .
When at last we were finished, the bright scenery had _____51_____ long shadows and the afternoon had become evening. Grandad _____52_____ a bag half full of berries back to the truck. Juice _____53_____ slowly onto the ground. Nana would later make blackberry pies and fill several jars with jam. When I reached the truck, my _____54_____ hurt from too much fruit and my hands were _____55_____ dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.
41. A. processing B. canning C. picking D. preserving
42. A. developed B. ripe C. fresh D. prepared
43. A. drive B. fetch C. move D. transform
44. A. journey B. adventure C. destination D. purpose
45. A. path B. direction C. route D. spot
46. A. bushes B. branches C. forests D. leaves
47. A. instructed B. warned C. encouraged D. begged
48. A. collected B. gathered C. picked D. ate
49. A. talent B. taste C. admiration D. hunger
50. A. tasteless B. unbeatable C. unpleasant D. delicious
51. A. took on B. burst on C. made up D. turned to
52. A. carried B. filled C. delivered D. passed
53. A. poured B. bled C. pressed D. tipped
54. A. throat B. head C. stomach D. bones
55. A. colored B. washed C. dried D. coated
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确彤式。
Walking more than 2,200 steps a day could reduce our risk of heart disease and early death, even if we spend the rest of the day ___56___ (sit) down. That’s according to a study ___57___ (publish) in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Researchers looked at data from more than 72,000 people in the UK, with ___58___ average age of 61. Previous studies have linked time spent sitting with early death and heart disease, and walking is known ___59___ (decrease) these risks. So the research team wanted to find out ___60___ walking could offset(抵消) the health risks of spending a lot of time sitting.
The study participants ___61___ (wear) a device on their wrist, which was able to record the ___62___ (step) they took and the amount of time they spent sitting or lying down. Then they ___63___ (track) for around seven years afterward. During this time, 1,633 participants died, and almost 6,200 had heart problems like heart attacks and strokes.
The study found that taking between 9,000 and 10,500 steps per day reduced the risk of early death ___64___ 39%, and reduced the risk of heart disease by 21%. That’s even if people were spending a lot of time sitting.
One of the researchers, Matthew Ahmadi said the results show that “all ____65____ (move) matters” and anyone who has to spend a lot of time sitting should increase the number of steps they take.
第四部分写作(共两节 ,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 上周六你校举行了主题为“Technology Changes our Life”的科技节活动。假定你是学校英语报“Tech Talk”栏目的学生主编，请你写一封征稿函，向全校学生征稿，内容包括：
1.稿件要求；
2.投稿方式；
3.录用奖励。
注意；
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear fellow students,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Tech Talk
第二节(满分25分)
67. 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。
At Piedmont Middle School, a kid could run track or play tennis, but everyone wanted to be on the soccer team. Laura had dreamed of earning glory for the Falcons ever since the first grade, when her older brother Toni scored the winning goal in the county middle school championship. The day she joined the team as a sixth-grader, she felt like she could fly.
But, unfortunately, her joy didn’t last. She spent most of the season on the bench. It was all because of the huge mistake she made in her first game. She passed the ball in the completely wrong direction! Straight to an enemy in blue, who quickly shot it into the corner of the net, scoring. The coach benched Laura for the rest of the game. When the Falcons lost 1-0,she was crushed.
Now that the season was over, she just wanted to forget about soccer. She clearly wasn’t good enough to play with the Falcons, and that was that.
A few days later, Laura’s mother found her lying on the sofa, watching music videos on her . phone.
“You’d be better off praticing,” her mother said.
“What for ” Laura said, rolling her eyes. “It won’t help me. I need someone to watch me and tell me how I can improve. I can’t get better by myself.”
Sighing, her mom sank down on the sofa. “Laura, for every lock, there is a key. We just have to find it.”
After a moment, she added, “What if I film you during practice to help you find ways to improve ”
“But the season’s over, Mom. No more practice, remember ”
“The best players keep practicing even when the season’s over,” her mother said. “You remember Toni spending all summer bouncing a ball off his head in the driveway. He used to run ten miles a day in the Arizona summer sun. You think he did that for fun “
“But to practice plays I need at least one other person,” Laura protested.
Her mother patted her on the knee. “We’ll find that key, too,” she said.
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。
The next morning, Laura’s mother shook her awake early, “Come on, Laura; it’ s soccer time.”
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When the next season came around, Laura was ready.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________三湘名校教育联盟●2024年上学期高二期中大联考
英语
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
Picking a smartwatch isn’t as simple as buying the best-looking or most feature- packed one you can find. To make things easier for you, I tested nearly every flagship smartwatch available over the course of four months to make sure I wasn’t leaving any stone unturned. Here are some of my best picks.
Apple Watch Series 9 GPS
The Series 9 came out in September. I’ve been using it for several months, and the experience is nearly identical to last year's Series 8, but it has some minor improvements that’ll help it stand the test of time a bit longer. It has double brightness of Series 8, new gesture- based controls that don’ t require you to touch the screen, and Siri commands are now processed right on the device rather than sent to the cloud.
Garmin Venu 2 Plus
If you’re not sure whether you can commit to Android or iOS for more than a year or two, or you like to lean heavily into the fitness aspect of wearables, get Garmin’s Venu 2 Plus. Its fitness tracking is hard to beat, with options for cardio, HIIT, yoga, Pilates, golfing, cycling, and swimming, plus all the basics for health tracking.
Apple Watch Ultra 2
Compared with the Series 9, the Ultra 2 has bigger screen, longer battery life, more durable design, and additional Action Button for quickly triggering workouts. However, I don’t think the price point merits a best-in-class designation. The Ultra 2 has an Action Button on the left side of the display. You can program it to quickly start a workout, timer, the watch’s flashlight mode, or run a custom Shortcut automation.
The Series 9 is still an excellent option for most smartwatch users, but the Ultra 2’s additional adjustments make it worthwhile for anyone who truly swears by getting things done on their wrist.
21. What advantage does the Apple Watch Series 9 have over the Series 8
A. Lower Price. B. Brighter display. C. Longer battery life. D. Larger cloud storage.
22. Which smartwatch model is praised for its fitness tracking capabilities
A. Garmin Venu 2 Plus. B. Apple Watch Ultra 2.
C. Apple Watch Series 8. D. Apple Watch Series 9 GPS.
23. What function can be triggered by the Action Button on the Ultra 2
A. Checking heart rate. B. Adjusting weather settings.
C. Changing watch faces. D. Starting flashlight mode.
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了市面上的三种智能手表。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Apple Watch Series 9 GPS部分“It has double brightness of Series 8(它的亮度是 Series 8 的两倍)”可知，Apple Watch Series 9 相较于 Series 8 具有更明亮的显示屏。故选B。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Garmin Venu 2 Plus部分“Its fitness tracking is hard to beat, with options for cardio, HIIT, yoga, Pilates, golfing, cycling, and swimming, plus all the basics for health tracking.(其健身追踪功能难以匹敌，提供了有氧运动、HIIT、瑜伽、普拉提、高尔夫、骑行、游泳等多种运动选项，以及所有基本的健康监测功能)”可知，Garmin Venu 2 Plus 因其出色的健身追踪功能而受到好评。故选A。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Apple Watch Ultra 2部分“The Ultra 2 has an Action Button on the left side of the display. You can program it to quickly start a workout, timer, the watch’s flashlight mode, or run a custom Shortcut automation.(Ultra 2 在显示屏的左侧配备了一个行动按钮。您可以将其设置为快速启动锻炼、计时器、手表的手电筒模式或运行自定义快捷自动化)”可知，可以通过Ultra上的行动按钮开启手电筒模式。故选D。
B
In the complicated network of global economics, one figure has emerged at a highly influential level over the past couple years: Taylor Swift. The pop singer’s impact has extended far beyond her award-winning songs and into the international business stage, with what’s been referred to as “swiftonomics”.
Many believe that the start of Swift’s ongoing world tour, named “The Eres Tour,” was the beginning of exceptionally high economic impact across the United States. Ticketing giants like Ticketmaster and Seat Geek saw impressive sales as fans packed stadiums nationwide, earning an amazing $ 554 million. Globally, the tour raked in an estimated $ 1.04 billion in ticket sales-the first tour in history to hit the billion-dollar milestone.
Swiftonomics go beyond just ticket sales. As the singer added more dates in different countries to her tour, hotels, restaurants, and transportation services of each location’s economy experienced a notable rise. So far, Swift has generated $ 4.6 billion in consumer spending in the United States alone, and this number is expected to exceed $ 5 billion overall. With the Asia leg of her tour kicking off yesterday- starting in Japan-experts have predicted that similar economic boosts will ensue. According to Tokyo City University lecturer Mitsumasa Etou, Swift is expected to generate up to 34.1 billion yen. Etou named the tour Japan’s “biggest ever musical event in terms of predicted economic impact.”
For countries like Singapore, swiftonomics present an opportunity to boost more than just their economy; according to Singapore University Associate Professor Lau Kong Cheen. the Eras Tour concerts breathes new life into the country s reputation in terms of tourism. Cheen said the ripple effect of the tour makes them look “modern, open-minded, and vibrant” Experts say the country’s tourism levels are rising, reaching about 80% of pre-pandemic levels.
The level of spending, engagement, viewership and overall impact that Taylor Swift ha generated continues to reach unexplored heights, and it’s clear that many corporations and countries have profited off her global appeal.
24. Why does the author include so many figures in Paragraphs 2- 3
A. To discuss Taylor Swift’s musical achievements.
B. To highlight the global popularity of Taylor Swift.
C. To showcase the diversity of Taylor Swift’s fanbase.
D. To emphasize the economic impact of Taylor Swift’s tour.
25. What does the underlined word “leg” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Part. B. Performance. C. Stage. D. Impact.
26. What effect has Taylor Swift’s tour had on Singapore
A. Putting an end to the pandemic. B. Restoring its tourism reputation.
C. Reshaping its entertainment image. D. Boosting its pre-pandemic economy.
27. What is the best title of the passage
A. Taylor Swift: An award-winning Musician
B. The Eras Tour: An influential Global Concert .
C. Swiftonomics: The Global Impact of Taylor Swift
D. Swift Impact: Transforming Singapore’s Tourism Reputation
【答案】24. D 25. A 26. B 27. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道，文章主要介绍了美国歌星泰勒·斯威夫特给全球经济带来的巨大影响。
【24题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段主题句“Many believe that the start of Swift’s ongoing world tour, named “The Eres Tour,” was the beginning of exceptionally high economic impact across the United States.(许多人认为，斯威夫特正在进行的名为“时代之旅”的世界巡演的开始，是对美国经济产生巨大影响的开始)”可知，接下来的两段的列数字都是为了强调她的巡演的经济影响。故此选D。
【25题详解】
词句猜测题。根据下文“starting in Japan(在日本开始)”以及“For countries like Singapore, swiftonomics present an opportunity to boost more than just their economy(对于像新加坡这样的国家来说，swiftonomics提供了一个机会，不仅仅是促进他们的经济)”，她的亚洲巡演在日本和新加坡举行，可知日本的巡演只是她亚洲巡演的一部分，leg意为“部分”。故选A。
【26题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段信息句“the Eras Tour concerts breathes new life into the country s reputation in terms of tourism(时代之旅演唱会为该国在旅游业方面的声誉注入了新的活力)”可知，泰勒·斯威夫特的巡演为新加坡的旅游业恢复了声誉，故选B。
【27题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段主题句“The pop singer’s impact has extended far beyond her award-winning songs and into the international business stage, with what’s been referred to as ‘swiftonomics’.(泰勒·斯威夫特这位流行歌手的影响力远远超出了她的获奖歌曲，还进入了国际商业舞台，被称为‘斯威夫特经济学’)”可知，全文聚焦的是泰勒·斯威夫特给全球经济带来的巨大影响，故选C。
C
Many of us are familiar with the excitement of planning a vacation to an exotic destination. As the departure date approaches, anticipation builds, and the possibilities seem endless. However, upon returning home, the experience often fades quickly as we settle back into our routines. That incredible experience becomes like a dream — similar to watching a movie, but a lot more expensive. But does it have to be like this What if it could be a transformative experience that enriches our lives
Over 200 years ago, Mary Wollstonecraft, a philosopher and feminist, started a journey to Scandinavia during a difficult period in her life. Despite her initial intentions to win back her lover, she found comfort in documenting her travels in “Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark.” Through her observations and reflections, she not only revolutionized travel writing but also healed herself emotionally.
Wollstonecraft’ s approach to travel offers valuable insights for modern-day travelers. Instead of simply sightseeing, she actively engaged with her surroundings, learning about local customs and history, and questioning her own assumptions. She embraced the unpredictability of travel, allowing herself to explore without strict plans.
Here are some goals we can construct from Wollstonecraft’s approach to travel: Try to actively know the place you are in. Observe the customs. Interact with the locals. Learn the whys behind the observation. Explore the history. Try to understand the answers in relation to what you are experiencing now. setting aside any previous assumptions. Notice how the journey is affecting you. What new insights do you have Are your opinions and beliefs challenged Don’t plan out every detail. Embrace uncertainty and explore.
So how do we put those goals into practice Here is where mental models can enhance the travel experience. Exposing ourselves to diverse cultures and perspectives to broaden our worldview. Challenge confirmation bias (认 知偏差) by engaging with ideas that differ from our own. Recognize that happiness and fulfillment can be achieved in various ways.
By including these principles into our travels, we can transform them from mere entertainment into profound end enriching experiences that leave a lasting impact on our lives.
28. What word best describes our feelings upon returning home from a vacation
A. Excited. B. Inspired. C. Disappointed. D. Astonished.
29. What is the function of the example of Mary Wollstonecraft in Paragraph 2
A. To show the transformative power of travel.
B. To highlight the challenges of traveling alone.
C. To emphasize the importance of documenting experiences.
D. To prove the possibility of finding comfort in strict travel plan.
30. Which of the following is in line with Wollstonecraft’s approach to travel
A. The map is not the territory. B. Travel brings love back to your life.
C. Create your own sunshine every day. D. Believe in miracles, trust the journey.
31. How can mental models enhance the travel experience
A. Ignoring differing ideas to avoid bias.
B. Limiting exposure to new perspectives.
C. Seeking entertainment rather than enrichment.
D. Broadening worldview through diverse cultures.
【答案】28. C 29. A 30. A 31. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要通过借鉴哲学家及女权主义者玛丽·沃斯通克拉夫特的旅行方式，鼓励现代旅行者积极参与当地文化，学会观察、反思与自我挑战，拥抱不确定性。文章强调，运用心理模型，拓宽视野，挑战固有观念，认识多元幸福观，从而使旅行不仅仅停留于表面娱乐，而是对个人成长与心灵丰富产生深远影响。
【28题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第一段“As the departure date approaches, anticipation builds, and the possibilities seem endless. However, upon returning home, the experience often fades quickly as we settle back into our routines. That incredible experience becomes like a dream- -similar to watching a movie, but a lot more expensive.(随着出发日期的临近，期待感愈发强烈，一切可能性似乎无穷无尽。然而，一旦回到家，当重新回到日常生活的轨道上时，那段经历往往很快就会消退。那段不可思议的经历变得如同梦境一般——就如同观看了一场电影，但却昂贵得多)”可推知，我们度假后回家的感受是失望的。故选C项。
【29题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第二段“Through her observations and reflections, she not only revolutionized travel writing but also healed herself emotionally.(通过她的观察与反思，她不仅革新了旅行文学，也在情感上实现了自我疗愈)”可推知，第二段中玛丽·沃斯通克拉夫特的例子的作用是为了展示旅行的变革力量。故选A项。
30题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Wollstonecraft’ s approach to travel offers valuable insights for modern-day travelers. Instead of simply sightseeing, she actively engaged with her surroundings, learning about local customs and history, and questioning her own assumptions. She embraced the unpredictability of travel, allowing herself to explore without strict plans.(沃斯通克拉夫特的旅行方式为现代旅行者提供了宝贵的见解。她不是简单地观光，而是积极地与周围环境接触，了解当地的习俗和历史，并质疑自己的假设。她接受了旅行的不可预测性，允许自己在没有严格计划的情况下探索)”可知，Wollstonecraft的旅行方式反映了她重视直接经验而非仅仅遵循预设路线的态度，与“地图非实地”的哲学思想相契合。由此推知，我们对于世界的预设认知(如同地图一样)并不能完全代表真实体验。故选A项。
【31题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第五段“Exposing ourselves to diverse cultures and perspectives to broaden our worldview. Challenge confirmation bias by engaging with ideas that differ from our own. Recognize that happiness and fulfillment can be achieved in various ways.(接触多元文化和观点，以拓宽我们的眼界。通过与自己不同的想法交流来挑战确认偏误。认识到幸福和满足可以通过多种方式实现)”可知，心理模型通过接触多元文化来拓宽世界观，从而提升旅行体验。故选D项。
D
The innovation is part of research into brain-computer interfaces (接口) to help improve the lives of people with motor disabilities. The researchers included machine learning capabilities with their brain-computer interface, making it a one-size-fits-all solution.
Typically, these devices require extensive adjustment for each user- every brain is different, both for healthy and disabled users- and that has been a major hurdle to mainstream adoption. This new solution can quickly understand the needs of an individual subject and self-adjust through repetition. That means multiple patients could use the device without needing to tune it to the individual.
In a clinical setting, the subjects wear a cap packed with electrodes (电极) that is connected to a computer. The electrodes gather data by measuring electrical signals from the brain, and the decoder translates the brain signals into commands, which are used to control devices or applications. In this case, the decoded signals are translated into actions in a car racing game and a simpler task involving balancing a digital bar. Subjects were trained simultaneously for both the simpler bar game and the more complex car racing game, thus improving their brain function.
The researchers call this work foundational, in that it sets the stage for further brain-computer interface innovation. This project used 18 subjects with no motor disabilities. As they continue down this road, they will test this on people with motor disabilities to apply it to larger groups in clinical settings. “To achieve this, we need to improve our technology to make it easier to use,’ Millan. a professor in the University of Texas says.
On the side of translating the research, Millan and his team continue to work on a wheelchair that users can drive with the brain- computer interface. At the South by Southwest Conference and Festivals this month, the researchers showed off another potential use of the technology. controlling two rehabilitation (康复) robots for the hand and arm. This was not part of the new paper but a sign of where this technology could go in the future. “We’ll continue down this path wherever it takes us in the pursuit of helping people.” Millan says.
32. Who will benefit the most from the Brain-Computer Interface innovation
A. People with physical disabilities. B. Businessmen selling wheelchairs.
C. Students seeking academic improvement. D. Athletes seeking performance enhancement.
33. What is the main advantage of the new solution
A. Faster adjustment process. B. Decreased need for tuning.
C. Improved mainstream adoption. D. Quick understanding of commands.
34. What is the function of electrodes
A. Translating signals. B. Measuring brain signals.
C. Controlling devices. D. Enhancing brain function.
35. What is the probable focus of Millan and his team’s future work
A. Exploring hand and arm rehabilitation.
B. Showcasing technology at conferences.
C. Translating and publishing research papers.
D. Enhancing brain- computer interface technology.
【答案】32. A 33. B 34. B 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文，介绍了一项用于帮助改善运动障碍者的生活的脑机接口技术。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“The innovation is part of research into brain-computer interfaces (接口) to help improve the lives of people with motor disabilities. (这项创新是脑机接口研究的一部分，旨在帮助改善运动障碍者的生活)”可知，有运动障碍的人将从脑机接口创新中获益最多。故选A。
【33题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“That means multiple patients could use the device without needing to tune it to the individual.(这意味着多名患者可以使用该设备，而无需针对个人进行调整)”可知，这个方案的优点是减少了调整需求。故选B。
【34题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“The electrodes gather data by measuring electrical signals from the brain, and the decoder translates the brain signals into commands, which are used to control devices or applications.(电极通过测量来自大脑的电信号来收集数据，解码器将大脑信号转换成用于控制设备或应用程序的命令)”可知，电极用来测量大脑信号。故选B。
【35题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“As they continue down this road, they will test this on people with motor disabilities to apply it to larger groups in clinical settings.(随着研究的深入，他们将在运动障碍患者身上进行测试，将其应用于临床环境中更大的群体)”及下一段“On the side of translating the research, Millán and his team continue to work on a wheelchair that users can drive with the brain-computer interface.(在翻译研究成果的同时，Millán和他的团队继续研究一种轮椅，用户可以通过脑机接口驾驶轮椅)”可知，团队今后的研究重心在于继续加强脑接口技术的研究。故选D。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Before we jump into the activities, let’s take a moment to appreciate why teaching founding documents is crucial. These documents aren’t just old pieces of paper gathering dust in a museum. ____36____By exploring them, your students gain a deeper understanding of democracy.
Activity 1: Document Detective
Imagine your classroom as a crime scene, and your students are the detectives tasked with revealing the mysteries of America s founding. Their mission ____37____
Afterward, gather as a class to share findings and engage in a discussion. This activity fosters analytical skills and cultivates a sense of ownership.
____38____Encourage your students to write about what they found most interesting or surprising about the documents they analyzed. They can also reflect on how the values and rights outlined in the documents relate to their own lives and experiences.
Activity 2: Founding Document Timeline
In this activity, your students will create a timeline tracing the evolution of America’s founding documents. Provide your students a blank timeline template or encourage them to create their own using poster boards or digital tools. As they research each event, have them identify the corresponding founding document and its significance.
____39____ They can highlight connections between events and the impact of founding documents on American society.
Activity 3: Founding Documents Escape Room Challenge
Turn your classroom into an escape room where students embark on a thrilling quest through America’s founding history.
____40____For example, a code might lead to a quote from the Declaration of Independence, or a map could guide students to the significance of the Constitutional Convention.
Divide the class into teams and challenge them to solve each puzzle, unlocking the secrets of America’s past. This activity will reinforce critical thinking while adding an element of fun.
A. To provide guiding questions to promote critical thinking.
B. They are living files that continue to influence society today.
C. History is like a grand tapestry woven together by the threads of time.
D. To identify key phrases, principles, and rights within these documents.
E. Once completed, your students can present their timelines to the class.
F. Create a series of puzzles, each linked to a specific founding document.
G. As a follow-up homework, students can write a reflection on their experience.
【答案】36. B 37. D 38. G 39. E 40. F
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章介绍了三个教授开国文献的活动。
【36题详解】
根据上文“These documents aren’t just old pieces of paper gathering dust in a museum. (这些文件不只是博物馆里积满灰尘的旧纸。)”可知，此处应表示转折，强调建国文献的重要性，B项“它们是活的档案，继续影响着今天的社会。”符合语境，故选B。
【37题详解】
根据前文的问题“Their mission (他们的任务是什么？)”，他们的侦查任务是什么？D项“识别这些文件中的关键短语、原则和权利”符合语境，故选D。
【38题详解】
本活动的前文是按照时间顺序写的，G项“作为后续作业，学生可以写一篇关于他们经历的反思”符合时间先后顺序，后文的“They can also reflect on how the values and rights outlined in the documents relate to their own lives and experiences. (他们还可以反思文件中概述的价值观和权利如何与他们自己的生活和经历联系起来。)”亦可知后续作业应该是写反思，故选G。
【39题详解】
根据时间的先后顺序，E项“一旦完成，你的学生可以向全班展示他们的时间表。”符合时间顺序，并且timelines也符合小标题的话题内容，故选E。
【40题详解】
后文举例的“code”和“map”都属于“puzzles”，此外，根据最后一段的信息局“Divide the class into teams and challenge them to solve each puzzle (将班级分成小组，挑战他们解决每个谜题)”可知，F项“制作一系列的谜题，每个谜题都与一个特定的建国文件有关。”符合语境，故选F。
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
When I was a small child, my grandparents would take me to blackberry____41____. It was usually late August when the blackberries were fully ____42____. Grandpa would ____43____ us in his old truck. Being seven or eight at the time, I always enjoyed the trip as we bounced along to our ____44____.
My grandparents always chose the same ____45____. Wild blackberry ____46____ stretched along the roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions. Several hours of picking berries followed.
Nana ____47____ me not to eat any until they had all been washed but turned a knowing blind eye while ____48____ some anyway. I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry as I had a particular ____49____ for anything bitter. The fully immature green berries were too much even for my taste and were just _____50_____ .
When at last we were finished, the bright scenery had _____51_____ long shadows and the afternoon had become evening. Grandad _____52_____ a bag half full of berries back to the truck. Juice _____53_____ slowly onto the ground. Nana would later make blackberry pies and fill several jars with jam. When I reached the truck, my _____54_____ hurt from too much fruit and my hands were _____55_____ dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.
41. A. processing B. canning C. picking D. preserving
42. A. developed B. ripe C. fresh D. prepared
43. A. drive B. fetch C. move D. transform
44. A. journey B. adventure C. destination D. purpose
45. A. path B. direction C. route D. spot
46. A. bushes B. branches C. forests D. leaves
47. A. instructed B. warned C. encouraged D. begged
48. A. collected B. gathered C. picked D. ate
49. A. talent B. taste C. admiration D. hunger
50. A. tasteless B. unbeatable C. unpleasant D. delicious
51 A. took on B. burst on C. made up D. turned to
52. A. carried B. filled C. delivered D. passed
53. A. poured B. bled C. pressed D. tipped
54. A. throat B. head C. stomach D. bones
55. A. colored B. washed C. dried D. coated
【答案】41. C 42. B 43. A 44. C 45. D 46. A 47. B 48. D 49. B 50. C 51. D 52. A 53. B 54. C 55. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者还是个小孩子时，祖父母带作者去摘黑莓的经历。
【41题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我还是个小孩子的时候，我的祖父母会带我去摘黑莓。A. processing处理；B. canning装罐；C. picking采摘；D. preserving保存。根据第二段“Several hours of picking berries followed.”可知，此处表示去摘黑莓。故选C项。
【42题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：通常是在八月下旬，黑莓成熟了。A. developed发展的；B. ripe成熟的；C. fresh新鲜的；D. prepared准备好的。根据“It was usually late August when the blackberries were fully”可知，等到八月下旬时，黑莓成熟了，才会去摘黑莓。故选B项。
【43题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：爷爷会开他的旧卡车载我们。A. drive驾驶；B. fetch去拿；C. move移动；D. transform变形，变化。根据“in his old truck”可知，爷爷会驾车带着作者去摘黑莓。故选A项。
【44题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：那时我才七八岁，我们一路蹦蹦跳跳地奔向目的地，一路上我都很享受。A. journey旅程；B. adventure冒险；C. destination目的地；D. purpose目的。根据“My grandparents always chose the same ____5____.”及“I always enjoyed the trip as we bounced along to our”可知，此处表示在去目的地的路上。故选C项。
【45题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我的祖父母总是选择同一个地方。A. path小道；B. direction方向；C. route路线；D. spot地点。根据“chose the same”可知，爷爷奶奶总是选择相同的采摘地点。故选D项。
【46题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：野黑莓丛沿着路边一直延伸到两个方向，一望无际。A. bushes（灌木）丛；B. branches树枝；C. forests森林；D. leaves树叶。根据“stretched along the roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions.”可知，此处表示路边有黑莓丛，一望无际。故选A项。
【47题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：奶奶警告我在洗完之前不要吃，但她还是睁一只眼闭一只眼地吃了一些。A. instructed指导；B. warned警告；C. encouraged鼓励；D. begged乞求。根据“me not to eat any until they had all been washed”可知，此处表示奶奶警告作者在洗之前不要吃。故选B项。
【48题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：奶奶警告我在洗完之前不要吃，但她还是睁一只眼闭一只眼地吃了一些。A. collected收集；B. gathered聚集；C. picked摘，挑；D. ate吃。根据“while ____8____ some anyway”可知，while表示对比，结合anyway可知，奶奶虽然警告别人不要吃，自己却吃了一些。故选D项。
【49题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我偶尔也会吃一些未成熟的红莓，因为我对任何苦涩的东西都有特殊的口味。A. talent才能；B. taste口味，品味；C. admiration欣赏；D. hunger饥饿。根据“I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry”可知，红莓没有熟，但是作者还是吃了一些，说明作者有特殊的口味。故选B项。
【50题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：完全未成熟的绿色浆果对我的口味来甚至太过了，真的不好吃。A. tasteless无味道的；B. unbeatable不能超越的；C. unpleasant不令人愉快的；D. delicious美味的。根据“The fully immature green berries were too much even for my taste”可知，作者还尝试了绿色的浆果，觉得味道不令人愉快。故选C项。
【51题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：当我们终于结束时，明亮的景色已经变成了长长的阴影，下午已经变成了晚上。A. took on承担、呈现；B. burst on突然出现；C. made up编造；D. turned to转向，变成。根据“and the afternoon had become evening”可知，当完成采摘时，白天已经转向了夜晚，美景也变成了阴影。故选D项。
【52题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：爷爷拎着半袋浆果回到卡车上。A. carried携带，拿；B. filled填满；C. delivered传送，发表；D. passed传递，通过。根据“a bag half full of berries back to the truck”可知，爷爷拿着采摘好的黑莓回到了车上。故选A项。
【53题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：果汁慢慢地流到地上。A. poured倾倒；B. bled流血，渗透；C. pressed压迫，按压；D. tipped（使）倾斜。根据“Juice ____13____ slowly onto the ground”可知，因为浆果很多，汁液慢慢渗透到了地上。故选B项。
【54题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我到达卡车时，我的胃因为吃了太多的水果而疼痛，我的手被染成了深紫色。A. throat嗓子；B. head头；C. stomach胃，肚子；D. bones骨头。根据“hurt from too much fruit”可知，作者吃了太多水果，胃不舒服。故选C项。
【55题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当我到达卡车时，我的胃因为吃了太多的水果而疼痛，我的手被染成了深紫色。A. colored涂色，染色；B. washed洗；C. dried干燥；D. coated覆盖。根据“my hands were ____15____ dark purple”可知，作者的手也被浆果的汁液染成了深紫色。故选A项。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确彤式。
Walking more than 2,200 steps a day could reduce our risk of heart disease and early death, even if we spend the rest of the day ___56___ (sit) down. That’s according to a study ___57___ (publish) in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Researchers looked at data from more than 72,000 people in the UK, with ___58___ average age of 61. Previous studies have linked time spent sitting with early death and heart disease, and walking is known ___59___ (decrease) these risks. So the research team wanted to find out ___60___ walking could offset(抵消) the health risks of spending a lot of time sitting.
The study participants ___61___ (wear) a device on their wrist, which was able to record the ___62___ (step) they took and the amount of time they spent sitting or lying down. Then they ___63___ (track) for around seven years afterward. During this time, 1,633 participants died, and almost 6,200 had heart problems like heart attacks and strokes.
The study found that taking between 9,000 and 10,500 steps per day reduced the risk of early death ___64___ 39%, and reduced the risk of heart disease by 21%. That’s even if people were spending a lot of time sitting.
One of the researchers, Matthew Ahmadi said the results show that “all ____65____ (move) matters” and anyone who has to spend a lot of time sitting should increase the number of steps they take.
【答案】56. sitting
57. published
58. an 59. to decrease
60. if##whether
61. wore 62. steps
63. were tracked
64. by 65. movement
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了步行的好处。每天能够走上2200步，就可以降低患心脏病和早死的风险，而每天走9000到10500步可以降低39%的早死风险，降低21%的心脏病风险。
【56题详解】
考查动名词。句意：即使一天中剩下的时间都坐着，每天走2200步以上也能降低患心脏病和早死的风险。分析可知，“spend +时间+(in) doing”，固定短语，意为“花费时间做某事”，介词in可省略，动名词作宾语。故填sitting。
【57题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：这是根据发表在《英国运动医学杂志》上的一项研究得出的结论。分析可知，“___2___ (publish) in…”为之前名词“a study”的后置定语，动词“publish”与其之间为被动关系，用过去分词形式。故填published。
【58题详解】
考查不定冠词。句意：研究人员研究了英国72000多人的数据，这些人的平均年龄为61岁。分析可知，“age”为可数名词，所填空应是不定冠词，其形容词“average/ v r d /”为元音因素开头的单词，应是用an。“an average age of…”，意为“平均年龄……”。故填an。
【59题详解】
考查动词不定式。句意：先前的研究已经将久坐与早死和心脏病联系起来，而步行可以减少这些风险是众所周知的。分析可知，空前的“known”为过去分词转化的形容词，意为“众所周知的；公认的”，因此，这里应是“be+过去分词+to do”，即，“be known to do”，意为“做某事是众所周知的”。故填to decrease。
【60题详解】
考查宾语从句引导词。句意：因此，研究小组想弄清楚走路是否能抵消长时间坐着带来的健康风险。分析可知，“__5___ walking could offset the health risks of spending a lot of time sitting”为动词短语“find out”的宾语从句，从句结构完整，同时结合语境“wanted to find out(想要弄清楚)”可推知，在句意上应是表达“是否”含义，用if/whether引导从句。故填if/whether。
【61题详解】
考查动词时态。句意：研究参与者在他们的手腕上佩戴了一个设备，这个设备能够记录他们走了多少步以及他们坐着或躺着的时间。分析可知，所填动词作句子的谓语动词，结合后文语境“was able to…”可知，句子用一般过去时，动词应是过去式形式。故填wore。
【62题详解】
考查名词复数。句意：研究参与者在他们的手腕上佩戴了一个设备，这个设备能够记录他们走了多少步以及他们坐着或躺着的时间。分析可知，所填空应是名词，且结合语境“participants”，“they”可知，这里用复数形式。故填steps。
【63题详解】
考查时态和被动。句意：然后他们被追踪了大约7年。分析可知，所填动词作句子的谓语动词，结合前后文语境可知，这里用一般过去时，且主语“they”与动词“track”之间为被动关系，用一般过去时被动结构：were done。故填were tracked。
【64题详解】
考查介词。句意：研究发现，每天走9000到10500步可以降低39%的早死风险，降低21%的心脏病风险。结合后文的语境“and reduced the risk of heart disease by 21%(降低了21%患心脏病的风险)”可推知，风险发生的机率应是被降低了，因此，这里也应是介词“by”。故填by。
【65题详解】
考查名词。句意：研究人员之一的马修·艾哈迈迪说，研究结果表明，“所有的运动都很重要”，任何长时间坐着的人都应该增加他们的步数。分析可知，这里应是名词作主语，“move”，动词，意为“移动”，其名词形式为“movement(运动)”，为不可数名词。故填movement。
第四部分写作(共两节 ,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 上周六你校举行了主题为“Technology Changes our Life”的科技节活动。假定你是学校英语报“Tech Talk”栏目的学生主编，请你写一封征稿函，向全校学生征稿，内容包括：
1.稿件要求；
2.投稿方式；
3.录用奖励。
注意；
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear fellow students,
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Tech Talk
【答案】Dear fellow Students,
I’m excited to extend an invitation for your submissions to our school’s English column, “Tech Talk”. Following the success of our recent Tech Festival themed “Technology Changes our Life,” we’re eager to feature your insights in our next issue.
To ensure the quality of our publication, we kindly request that submissions should be theme-centered and follow grammatical and stylistic standards. Additionally, please ensure that your contribution is original and has not been previously published elsewhere. Articles should be between 200-500 words.
Submitting your work is easy. Simply email your contributions to techtalk@Xinhua.edu by May, 15th. Selected submissions will be featured in the upcoming issue of “Tech Talk”. As a thank-you for your valuable contribution, published authors will receive a certificate from the school newspaper.
I eagerly anticipate your submissions.
Tech Talk
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生写一封征稿函，向全校学生征稿，主题为“Technology Changes our Life”。
【详解】1.词汇积累
激动的：excited→thrilled
确保：ensure→guarantee
之前：previously→formerly
珍贵的：valuable→precious
2.句式拓展
同义句转换
原句：Additionally, please ensure that your contribution is original and has not been previously published elsewhere.
拓展句：Additionally, please ensure that your contribution is original, which has not been previously published elsewhere.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Following the success of our recent Tech Festival themed “Technology Changes our Life,” we’re eager to feature your insights in our next issue.（运用了现在分词作状语和过去分词作定语）
【高分句型2】To ensure the quality of our publication, we kindly request that submissions should be theme-centered and follow grammatical and stylistic standards.（运用了不定式作目的状语和that引导的宾语从句）
第二节(满分25分)
67. 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。
At Piedmont Middle School, a kid could run track or play tennis, but everyone wanted to be on the soccer team. Laura had dreamed of earning glory for the Falcons ever since the first grade, when her older brother Toni scored the winning goal in the county middle school championship. The day she joined the team as a sixth-grader, she felt like she could fly.
But, unfortunately, her joy didn’t last. She spent most of the season on the bench. It was all because of the huge mistake she made in her first game. She passed the ball in the completely wrong direction! Straight to an enemy in blue, who quickly shot it into the corner of the net, scoring. The coach benched Laura for the rest of the game. When the Falcons lost 1-0,she was crushed.
Now that the season was over, she just wanted to forget about soccer. She clearly wasn’t good enough to play with the Falcons, and that was that.
A few days later, Laura’s mother found her lying on the sofa, watching music videos on her . phone.
“You’d be better off praticing,” her mother said.
“What for ” Laura said, rolling her eyes. “It won’t help me. I need someone to watch me and tell me how I can improve. I can’t get better by myself.”
Sighing, her mom sank down on the sofa. “Laura, for every lock, there is a key. We just have to find it.”
After a moment, she added, “What if I film you during practice to help you find ways to improve ”
“But the season’s over, Mom. No more practice, remember ”
“The best players keep practicing even when the season’s over,” her mother said. “You remember Toni spending all summer bouncing a ball off his head in the driveway. He used to run ten miles a day in the Arizona summer sun. You think he did that for fun “
“But to practice plays I need at least one other person,” Laura protested.
Her mother patted her on the knee. “We’ll find that key, too,” she said.
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。
The next morning, Laura’s mother shook her awake early, “Come on, Laura; it’ s soccer time.”
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When the next season came around, Laura was ready.
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【答案】The next morning, Laura’s mother shook her awake early, “Come on, Laura, it’s soccer time.” Reluctantly, Laura dragged herself out of bed, still feeling disheartened from her previous season’s disappointment. However, seeing her mother’s determination, Laura found herself unable to refuse. With a nod of encouragement, Laura began her drills, her movements slow and hesitant at first. With each repetition, however, she felt a sense of determination growing within her. With her mother’s watchful eye behind the camera, Laura focused on strengthening her legs, perfecting her footwork, and sharpening her ball control skills. The hours passed in a blur of sweat and effort, but with each practice session, Laura could feel herself growing stronger, more confident, and more capable.
When the next season came around, Laura was ready. With newfound determination and a strengthened resolve, she stepped onto the field with confidence. In the first game of the season, Laura’s hard work paid off. As the whistle blew, she moved past opponents with ease, displaying newfound agility and precision. With a swift move, she scored a spectacular goal, earning cheers from her teammates and spectators alike. On the way home, Laura’s friend couldn’t help but mention her remarkable improvement. “For every lock, there is a key!” Laura proudly exclaimed. Sitting in the front seat, Laura’s mother smiled silently, knowing that their perseverance and dedication had unlocked a new chapter of success for Laura on the soccer field.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了劳拉在六年级加入足球队，却在比赛中犯错，导致球队输了比赛，她沮丧不已，妈妈让她好好练习，她觉得需要一个人陪她练习，母亲随后帮助劳拉练习，在随后的赛季中，劳拉进球了，努力有了成果的故事。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“第二天早上，劳拉的妈妈很早就把她摇醒了，‘来吧，劳拉；现在是足球时间。’”可知，第一段可描写母亲陪伴劳拉练球及劳拉的改变。
②由第二段首句内容“下一季到来时，劳拉已经准备好了。”可知，第二段可描写劳拉在下一赛季表现优越，精准进球。
2.续写线索：陪劳拉练习——身体、心理变化——赛季来临——劳拉参赛——精彩进球——得到回报
3.词汇激活
行为类
①专注：focus on/fix on/concentrate on
②拒绝：refuse/decline/turn down
情绪类
①沮丧的：disheartened/discouraged/frustrated
②鼓励：encouragement/inspiration/motivation
【点睛】[高分句型1]With her mother’s watchful eye behind the camera, Laura focused on strengthening her legs, perfecting her footwork, and sharpening her ball control skills.（with复合结构和动名词作宾语）
[高分句型2]Sitting in the front seat, Laura’s mother smiled silently, knowing that their perseverance and dedication had unlocked a new chapter of success for Laura on the soccer field.（由现在分词作状语和that引导宾语从句）
