绝密★启用前
2024年高考英语终极押题卷12（新高考I卷）原卷版
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How many questions are there in the exam
A. 20. B. 30. C. 50.
2. Which country does the woman think is most suitable for the man’s needs
A. China. B. Japan. C. Vietnam.
3. What does the woman probably do for a living
A. She’s a designer. B. She’s a teacher. C. She’s a farmer.
4. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. How to use the best cameras. B. How to get good photos. C. How to use photo software.
5. What will the man probably do for the woman
A Plant trees on her land. B. Build a pool in her yard. C. Sell her some vegetables.
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，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答6、7题。
6. How does the man know the woman
A. By buying coffee. B. By taking the same train. C. By attending the same school.
7. What does the woman get from South America
A. Roses. B. Beans. C. Coffee cups.
听第7段材料，回答8至10题。
8. What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Bring him a snack. B. Walk the dog. C. Stay quiet.
9. What is the real reason why the man can’t get up
A. The dog is sleeping on his legs. B. He has injured himself. C. He is very tired.
10. How far does the woman usually walk her dog around the park
A. 5km. B. 10km. C. 15km.
听第9段材料，回答11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation take place
A. In a library. B. In a laboratory. C. In a classroom.
12. What does the man think of space exploration
A. It is risky. B. It is boring. C. It is magical.
13. Who inspired the woman to choose her career
A. Her friend. B. Her father. C. Her brother.
听第9段材料，回答14至17题。
14. What’s the relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Coach and player. C. Teacher and student.
15. How did the man feel when he knew the woman exercised by dancing
A. He was annoyed. B. He was inspired. C. He was surprised.
16. How does the man usually exercise
A. By riding a bicycle. B. By playing soccer. C. By running.
17. What will the speakers probably do next
A. Study for a test. B. Go to the gym together. C. Show each other their moves.
听第10段材料，回答18至20题。
18. Why is the man giving a speech
A. He has won an award. B. He has got a new job. C. He is retiring.
19. Who is the director
A. Steven. B. Maggie. C. Calvin.
20. What does the man owe the success of his film to
A. His family. B. Interesting writing. C. People spreading the word.
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
Four Geographic Websites
New Jersey Historical Maps
There are all kinds of New Jersey maps from the 18th century to the present — many show state and town boundaries or geological features, and additional features include schools, highways, and railroads. “The Changing Landscape of New Jersey” also provides a series of maps of each county, with links to local historical societies as well as student research tips.
Teaching with Google Earth
Created by Glenn A. Richard of the Mineral Physics Institute at Stony Brook University, this section serves as an introduction to Google Earth in education. He outlines potential uses for students and teachers, shows how to get
started, provides a user guide, and offers examples. This section is part of Starting Point — Teaching Entry Level Geoscience from the Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College.
LHG World Factbook
The LHG World Factbook provides limited commentary but a wealth of statistics and information on geography, people, government, economy, communication, transportation, military, and transnational issues of 266 “world entities (实体)”. It offers maps of major world regions, Flags of the World, and a Standard Time Zones of the World map. The Factbook is a great starting point for gathering general information about individual countries.
Teaching with GIS in the Geosciences
Created by Brian Welch, Department of Environmental Studies at St. Olaf College, in Northfield, MN, this section serves as an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Education. There are also Teaching with Google Earth and Teaching with GPS. This section is part of Starting Point—Teaching Entry Level Geoscience.
21. Who would be more interested in Teaching with Google Earth
A. Writers. B. Teachers. C. Adventurers. D. Geographers.
22. Which website would you visit to learn about a country from all sides
A. LHG World Factbook.
B. Teaching with Google Earth.
C. New Jersey Historical Maps.
D. Teaching with GIS in the Geosciences.
23. What can you do with Teaching with GIS in the Geosciences
A. Tour famous places online.
B. Examine students’ progress.
C. Assist geography education.
D. Compare cultures of different countries.
B
Even now, I have vivid memories of my last day of high school. In my mind’s eye, I’m cleaning out my locker, and then staring at the emptiness for a few extra beats before slamming it shut for the last time. I’m wandering around the halls with my best friend, blissfully ignoring the bells going off every 50 minutes on schedule because, just today, we’re allowed to break the rules. I’m sitting on my desk, swinging my feet, and shooting the breeze (闲聊) with my English teacher, Mr. Carr, in a way that makes me feel almost grown up.
It was maybe my favorite day of the whole year. Like the final layer of watercolor, the freedom and lightness I feel seeps (渗透) into the rest of my memories of that day and turns them just a shade rosier.
If the school year hasn’t yet ended for you, consider what you can do to make the finale count. Why Because when it comes to human memory, not all moments are created equal. Instead, our remembered experiences are disproportionately (不成比例地) influenced by peaks (the best moments as well as the worst) and endings (the last moments). Nobel Prize winner Danny Kahneman, who discovered this phenomenon, called this the peak-end rule. It suggests that our judgment of a past experience is largely based on its most extreme point and its endpoint.
I took advantage of the peak-end rule years ago, when my girls were young enough to want a bedtime story
each night. I remember thinking that whatever disagreement and stress had occurred that day, I could make the last moments count. I could end on a note of calm and act like the patient mom I hadn’t quite managed to be just hours before.
Don’t mistake all moments as equal insignificance. There’s a reason why yoga classes end with savasana (挺卧式). There’s a reason we eat dessert last. Do organize endings carefully. As Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll might say: Finish strong. Last impressions are especially lasting.
24. What can the author suggest doing to make the end of a school year memorable
A. Planning a special event for the last day
B. Reflecting on the entire academic year
C. Ignoring school regulations
D. Focusing on the final exam
25. Which statement is true about the peak-end rule
A. The last moments matter the most in our memories
B. Peaks in life can be remembered better than endings
C. The peaks and ends of experiences are easier to remember.
D. Our judgment of the past is determined by first impressions.
26. What is paragraph 4 mainly about
A. What struggles the author had in life.
B. How the author treated her daughters.
C. Why the author read stories to her kids.
D. How the author applied the rule to daily life.
27. Why is Pete Carroll mentioned in the last paragraph
A. To show the importance of doing sports.
B. To explain why last impressions are lasting.
C. To prove the peak-end rule can be used in sports
D. To encourage readers to value the last moments of an experience.
C
The California sea otter (海獭), once hunted to the edge of extinction, has staged a thrilling comeback in the last century. Now, scientists have discovered that the otters’ success story has led to something just as remarkable: the restoration of their declining coastal marsh (沼泽) habitat.
Elkhorn Slough, a coastal marsh within Monterey Bay, had been experiencing severe damage. The root cause was a growing population of shore crabs, which fed heavily on the marsh plants, weakening the structural integrity of the habitat. Coastal marshes like these are not only natural defenses against storm waves but also serve as important carbon storage areas and water-cleaning systems.
The conservation-driven comeback of the sea otter has been crucial. California’s coastlines were once alive with sea otters. Sadly, they were nearly wiped out at the hands of fur traders. In the 1980s, conservation efforts aided these otters in re-occupying large areas of their former range. Now, Elkhorn Slough has the highest concentration of sea otters in California, with a population of about 100. By naturally feasting on crabs, the otters
have helped a significant regrowth of plant life. Brent Hughes, a scientist working alongside Angelini, led a three-year study. Their findings were clear: in areas with sea otters, crab numbers fell markedly. This led to a resurgence in plant growth, which in turn stabilized the soil and lowered the rate of soil washing away.
As the sea otter population continues to restore, their positive impact on coastal ecosystems is likely to increase. It not only showcases the sea otter as a central species—a species that has a significant effect on its natural environment—but also highlights the essential nature of top predators (捕食者) in preserving ecological harmony. “My honest reaction was—this could become a classic in the literature,” says scientist Lekelia Jenkins. She reveals marsh restoration also helps people by reducing flooding. “Suddenly, sea otters go from just cute things we like to something that can protect our livelihoods and our properties.”
28. What change did the disappearance of sea otters bring about
A. Fewer predatory crabs. B. More coastal plant life.
C. Better water-cleaning effect. D. Worse coastal ecological balance.
29. What does the underlined word “resurgence” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Barrier. B. Advancement. C. Expansion. D. Revival.
30. What is the author’s purpose in quoting Lekelia Jenkins
A. To highlight the importance of coastal marshes.
B. To introduce a new research study on sea otters.
C. To demonstrate the practical benefits of sea otters.
D. To emphasize the need for increased conservation efforts.
31. What message is conveyed from sea otters’ impact
A. The necessity for controlled hunting.
B. The interconnectedness of the ecosystem.
C. The drawbacks of wildlife reintroduction.
D. The need for human intervention in nature.
D
Animals have developed a circadian clock—an internal body clock that runs in 24-hour cycles. It is regulated by cues (提示) from their environment. But they may suffer from a “jet lag （时差反应）” when the cues animals are exposed to do not match the ones of their natural environment.
Kristine Gandia, a PhD student at the University of Stirling in Scotland, and a team of observers set out to understand how the “jet lag” of living in latitudes (纬度) that animals were not used to can affect them. Giant pandas were chosen as the focus for the study partly because they live highly seasonal lives.”
“Giant pandas are very good animals to focus on,” Gandia said. “They are very popular in zoos and there are a lot that have cameras so we can see how their behavior changes across different latitudes. These cameras enabled us to monitor the giant pandas’ behavior across a 24-hour period.”
Gandia explained that the latitudinal range for giant pandas is between 26 and 42 degrees north. Matching latitudes could also be considered between 26 and 42 degrees south, as these mirror the temperature and lighting conditions.
The team monitored 11 giant pandas in six different zoos. Some zoos were within the animals’ natural
latitudes but in other countries and the others were outside that range.
Gandia explained, “We recorded giant panda behavior, trying to account for behaviors that are positive, neutral (中性的) and negative indicators for welfare. So, this would include behaviors like play and grooming as positive behaviors, drinking and defecating as neutral maintenance behaviors, and several abnormal behaviors as negative behaviors, with pacing being the most common.”
Those living in zoos outside of their home latitude were found to be less active and display more negative behaviors.
“Giant pandas living in zoos could be suffering from a ‘jet lag’ if their body clocks don’t match their environments,” Gandia said.
32. What does Gandia and her team’s study focus on
A. Animal behavior. B. Animal body clock.
C. Animal popularity. D. Animal distribution.
33. What is a reason why pandas were chosen for the study
A. Wide latitude of their natural habitat. B. Their strong adaptability.
C. The existing findings about them. D. The convenience of observation.
34. How was the study carried out
A. By analyzing reasons. B. By comparing recordings.
C. By conducting interviews. D. By listing examples.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Will “Jet Lag” Be Able to Be Avoided
B. Could Animals Suffer from a “Jet Lag”
C. Is Panda a Proper Subject to Study “Jet Lag”
D. Does Season Have Anything to Do with “Jet Lag”
第二节(共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Hop on the Silent Walking Trend
Silent walking involves walking outdoors without distractions like music or conversations, focusing on the mind-body-nature connection. 36 That’s a slower, lower-impact way to relax and is great for fitness. Here’s everything you need to know about the trend.
Select a natural setting and fully engage your senses. For reaping the mental health benefits, it is recommended to find a quiet and peaceful natural location. 37 Meanwhile, consciously observing the sights, sounds, smells, and physical sensations during the walk can significantly impact cognitive and emotional well-being.
To stimulate the mind, consider exploring different routes than usual. Without your favourite podcast or playlist, you might slip into boredom on your walk. 38 And it might even be good for your brain. Scientists applaud the virtues of boredom for brain health, believing that it boosts creativity and improves social connections. And if you do get bored, rest assured that it shows you’ve disconnected from external distractions. Go with it, and make sure you take a different route each time—it’ll keep you motivated.
Start off with five-minute silent walks and eventually build up to thirty minutes. If you’re usually a headphone wearer, it will feel super weird to walk without your go-to tunes, but give yourself a second to adjust. Chances are, once you’re a few minutes into your silent walk, you’ll feel the magic kick in. 39
Regular reflection and ongoing documentation are essential. After completing a silent walk, take time to reflect upon any emerging thoughts, feelings, or insights. 40 Journaling about the experience can also solidify connections between thoughts and ideas, providing a valuable tool for self-reflection and growth.
A. But being bored won’t hurt you.
B. Taking different paths can lead to exciting discoveries.
C. Adjusting the routine gradually can help ease into the experience.
D. You’ll also start noticing the little things around you more clearly.
E. They can deepen understanding and serve as a record of personal growth
F. Unlike exercise-oriented walking, it isn’t about reaching certain speed or steps
G. In such an environment, you can immerse yourself in the natural soundscape (音景) .
第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Last year, my younger brother Darrin tore the old engine out of his Dodge Challenger. Then he 41 it piece by piece, and put it back together again all by himself. He was 16. All he 42 was a Chilton’s shop manual (使用手册) for the car, his own curiosity, and a strong desire to 43 how things worked.
Later, I asked him about this 44 and how he made it. His answer was 45 — he just did it. He wanted a new car and couldn’t afford to buy another one, so this was really his only 46 . He had nothing to lose and was highly 47 to make the engine work. He 48 with it, paid close attention to how he took it apart, made a lot of mistakes, and reached points where he wasn’t 49 what to do next. When that happened, he asked a friend or a friend’s dad for 50 , tried this and tried that, until he finished the work. To me it was a (n) 51 achievement.
Our 52 to do hard things increases when we try doing those hard things. It is 53 limited by our own will and imagination. We learn by trying, by making mistakes, and by 54 help from those who know more sometimes just a little more-than we do.
Never 55 trying new things. The more one does, the more one can do.
41. A. discovered B. rebuilt C. donated D. reserved
42. A. detected B. preferred C. occupied D. had
43. A. figure out B. give away C. bring up D. rule out
44. A. property B. campaign C. guide D. project
45. A. correct B. serious C. simple D. funny
46. A. luck B. option C. requirement D. relaxation
47. A. expected B. forced C. convinced D. motivated
48. A. communicated B. competed C. experimented D. disagreed
49. A. sure B. afraid C. curious D. satisfied
50. A. permission B. courage C. advice D. reward
51. A. amazing B. common C. confusing D. strange
52. A. anxiety B. capacity C. income D. impatience
53. A. rarely B. necessarily C. originally D. mostly
54. A. seeking B. offering C. affording D. avoiding
55. A. admit B. stop C. fancy D. keep
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。
On Sept. 7, famous Chinese archaeologist (考古学家) Fan Jinshi, 85, 56 (award) by UNESCO for her contribution 57 the protection of the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang.
58 (call) the “daughter of Dunhuang”, she started her story with the cave 60 years ago. In 1963, Fan, then a 25-year-old Peking University graduate, had the chance 59 (work) at the Mogao Caves, a place she had wanted to explore for a long time. Back in those days, the Mogao Caves were almost 60 (complete) cut off from the world. Fan and her coworkers stayed inside the caves to do research, copy murals (壁画), and do 61 they could to protect and restore them. 62 time passed, Fan found a serious problem. 63 number of tourists visiting Dunhuang was increasing, which might harm the caves, 64 (cause) the murals inside to fade. In the late 1980s, Fan stumbled upon (偶然发现) computer technology by chance. She realized that this might preserve the Mogao Caves forever.
After over 30 years of 65 (explore), the Dunhuang Academy built a digital database to protect cultural relies there, allowing Dunhuang’s art to live forever and to step out of the caves to meet the world.
第四部分 写作(两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
你校英文报社正在以__________Beautifies Our Life为题征稿，请你写一篇短文，内容包括：
1. 简单介绍；
2. 说明理由。
注意：
1. 将标题补充完整，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。
__________Beautifies Our Life
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The little country schoolhouse was heated by an old fashioned, pot-bellied stove. A little boy had the job of coming to school early each day to start the fire and warm the room before his teacher and his classmates arrived.
One morning, they arrived to find the schoolhouse engulfed (吞没) in flames. They dragged the unconscious
little boy out of the flaming building more dead than alive. He had major burns over the lower half of his body and was taken to the nearby county hospital.
From his bed the dreadfully burned, semi-conscious little boy faintly heard the doctor talking to his mother. The doctor told his mother that her son would surely die—which was for the best, really—for the terrible fire had devastated (破坏) the lower half of his body.
But the brave boy didn’t want to die. He made up his mind that he would survive. Somehow, to the amazement of the physician, he did survive. When the mortal (致死的) danger was past, he again heard the doctor and his mother speaking quietly. The mother was told that since the fire had destroyed so much flesh in the lower part of his body, it would almost be better if he had died, since he was doomed to be a life-time cripple (瘸子) with no use at all of his lower limbs.
Once more the brave boy made up his mind. He would not be a cripple. He would walk. But unfortunately from the waist down, he had no motor (引起运动的) ability. His thin legs just dangled there, all but lifeless.
Ultimately he was released from the hospital. Every day his mother would massage (对……按摩) his little legs, but there was no feeling, no control, nothing. Yet his determination that he would walk was as strong as ever. When he wasn’t in bed, he was confined (限制) to a wheelchair.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
One sunny day his mother wheeled him out into the yard to get some fresh air.
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Ultimately through his strong determination, he did develop the ability to stand up.
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2024年高考英语终极押题卷12（新高考I卷）解析版
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How many questions are there in the exam
A. 20. B. 30. C. 50.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: The exam will include 20 true or false questions, followed by 10 questions where you must write a paragraph of no less than 50 words.
W: This sounds hard.
2. Which country does the woman think is most suitable for the man’s needs
A. China. B. Japan. C. Vietnam.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】M: I work for an American company. We are looking to expand and build a factory somewhere in Asia.
W: Well, many companies look to Japan or China, but Vietnam is growing as a tech center and offers attractive business rates.
3. What does the woman probably do for a living
A. She’s a designer. B. She’s a teacher. C. She’s a farmer.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】M: So how did a farmer’s daughter become such a big name in the fashion world
W: My mother taught me how to make clothes at a young age, so I was inspired by her.
4. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. How to use the best cameras. B. How to get good photos. C. How to use photo software.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: How do you get that light effect on your photos Do you use software
W: No, it’s to do with how long I expose the shot for. For this one, I set the exposure for one second.
5. What will the man probably do for the woman
A Plant trees on her land. B. Build a pool in her yard. C. Sell her some vegetables.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: If you could, I’d like you to surround my land with trees.
M: Do you still want a vegetable garden next to your pool
W: Absolutely. Just send the bill to my office.
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，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答6、7题。
6. How does the man know the woman
A. By buying coffee. B. By taking the same train. C. By attending the same school.
7. What does the woman get from South America
A. Roses. B. Beans. C. Coffee cups.
【答案】6. A7. B
【解析】
【原文】M: Excuse me, you look familiar. Did you go to Rosewood State High School
W: No. I work in the coffee shop by the train station if you ever come in there.
M: Yes, that must be it. The coffee there is so good.
W: It is. Our shop imports the beans from South America. We had to stop selling African beans, because we couldn’t guarantee the money was going to farmers.
M: That’s a shame, but I think you did the right thing.
W: Yes, I think so.
听第7段材料，回答8至10题。
8. What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Bring him a snack. B. Walk the dog. C. Stay quiet.
9. What is the real reason why the man can’t get up
A. The dog is sleeping on his legs. B. He has injured himself. C. He is very tired.
10. How far does the woman usually walk her dog around the park
A. 5km. B. 10km. C. 15km.
【答案】8. A9. C10. A
【解析】
【原文】M: Can you please bring me one of the cakes that are in the cupboard please
W: Why can’t you get up and get it yourself
M: Because the dog is asleep on my lap. If I move, I’m going to disturb her.
W: I think you are just using that as an excuse to be lazy.
M: Honestly, she has exhausted me. We went for a 10 km walk in the country.
W: Should you be walking her that distance She usually walks about 5 km around the park.
M: I wanted to try and make her tired so she’ll sleep better.
W: It looks like it worked. She’s asleep.
听第9段材料，回答11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation take place
A. In a library. B. In a laboratory. C. In a classroom.
12. What does the man think of space exploration
A. It is risky. B. It is boring. C. It is magical.
13. Who inspired the woman to choose her career
A. Her friend. B. Her father. C. Her brother.
【答案】11. B12. C13. B
【解析】
【原文】M: So this is where the magic happens.
W: Well, sort of. This is one of the many labs we have here on campus.
M: But this is where you test the technology that will one day search the galaxy (银河系).
W: Yes, this is where we test the satellites.
M: Did you ever think you would be doing this when you were at school
W: Well, not this exactly. But I’ve always been interested in space.
M: Who inspired you to get into the space program
W: My dad. He would take us to look at the stars.
M: My dad did the same thing. It was amazing. And your brother is an astronaut.
W: Yeah, he’s a few years younger than me, so I think my passion infects him.
M: Well, he may be one of the first humans ever to set foot on Mars.
W: I know. We’re all so proud of him.
听第9段材料，回答14至17题。
14. What’s the relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Coach and player. C. Teacher and student.
15. How did the man feel when he knew the woman exercised by dancing
A. He was annoyed. B. He was inspired. C. He was surprised.
16. How does the man usually exercise
A. By riding a bicycle. B. By playing soccer. C. By running.
17. What will the speakers probably do next
A. Study for a test. B. Go to the gym together. C. Show each other their moves.
【答案】14. A15. C16. B17. A
【解析】
【原文】M: Michelle, why are you dancing I thought we had to study for our math test!
W: Oh, hi, Drake! I was just doing some exercise. I thought you wouldn’t get here until later. Let me turn the music off.
M: You exercise by dancing I thought things like running and cycling were considered exercise.
W: Well, those are other good ways to work out, but I like to dance. It’s fun to move around to music, and you can definitely work up a sweat. Do you like to dance
M: I sometimes dance at parties, but I’m not a very good dancer. For exercise, I prefer playing soccer. I hope to make the soccer team in the fall.
W: Cool! You know what Maybe you should try dancing, and I will try playing soccer.
M: Do you know how to play soccer It’s very easy once you try, but it does take some practice.
W: I can’t play soccer very well, even though I used to play a lot when I was a kid. If you teach me some of your soccer moves, I’ll teach you some dance moves! How does that sound
M: Deal. If we didn’t have to study for the math test tomorrow, we could go to the gym right now.
W: You’re right. No more fun and games. Let me get my notebook.
听第10段材料，回答18至20题。
18. Why is the man giving a speech
A. He has won an award. B. He has got a new job. C. He is retiring.
19. Who is the director
A. Steven. B. Maggie. C. Calvin.
20. What does the man owe the success of his film to
A. His family. B. Interesting writing. C. People spreading the word.
【答案】18. A19. A20. C
【解析】
【原文】Firstly, I just want to say what an honor it is to be the lucky one who can receive this award, especially when I see the actors whose names were listed next to mine. I am humbled to be in your company. I am also truly grateful to our director Steven, especially for his final film before he retires. Your films inspired me to grow up, and I learned so much on this job with you, which are lessons I will keep with me for life. Your passion for this project drove me to give my all, and so I’d like to owe this to you. To our writers, Maggie and Calvin, thank you for creating such an interesting character to us. And lastly I want to thank our audience. We make films to entertain and inspire, but if nobody watches them, it makes no sense. Thank you for coming out and supporting us by watching our film and sharing your views on social media. I honestly believe that it was our audience that made this a success, so thank you.
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
Four Geographic Websites
New Jersey Historical Maps
There are all kinds of New Jersey maps from the 18th century to the present — many show state and town boundaries or geological features, and additional features include schools, highways, and railroads. “The Changing Landscape of New Jersey” also provides a series of maps of each county, with links to local historical societies as well as student research tips.
Teaching with Google Earth
Created by Glenn A. Richard of the Mineral Physics Institute at Stony Brook University, this section serves as an introduction to Google Earth in education. He outlines potential uses for students and teachers, shows how to get started, provides a user guide, and offers examples. This section is part of Starting Point — Teaching Entry Level Geoscience from the Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College.
LHG World Factbook
The LHG World Factbook provides limited commentary but a wealth of statistics and information on geography, people, government, economy, communication, transportation, military, and transnational issues of 266 “world entities (实体)”. It offers maps of major world regions, Flags of the World, and a Standard Time Zones of the World map. The Factbook is a great starting point for gathering general information about individual countries.
Teaching with GIS in the Geosciences
Created by Brian Welch, Department of Environmental Studies at St. Olaf College, in Northfield, MN, this section serves as an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Education. There are also Teaching with Google Earth and Teaching with GPS. This section is part of Starting Point—Teaching Entry Level Geoscience.
21. Who would be more interested in Teaching with Google Earth
A. Writers. B. Teachers. C. Adventurers. D. Geographers.
22. Which website would you visit to learn about a country from all sides
A. LHG World Factbook. B. Teaching with Google Earth.
C. New Jersey Historical Maps. D. Teaching with GIS in the Geosciences.
23. What can you do with Teaching with GIS in the Geosciences
A. Tour famous places online. B. Examine students’ progress.
C. Assist geography education. D. Compare cultures of different countries.
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍四个地理网站。
21. 细节理解题。由文章Teaching with Google Earth中“Created by Glenn A. Richard of the Mineral Physics Institute at Stony Brook University, this section serves as an introduction to Google Earth in education. He outlines potential uses for students and teachers, shows how to get started, provides a user guide, and offers examples. (这个部分由石溪大学矿物物理研究所的Glenn A.Richard创建，介绍谷歌地球在教育中的应用。他概述了学生和教师的潜在用途，展示了如何入门，提供了用户指南，并提供了示例)”可知，老师可能对Teaching with Google Earth感兴趣。故选B项。
22. 细节理解题。由文章LHG World Factbook中“The LHG World Factbook provides limited commentary but a wealth of statistics and information on geography, people, government, economy, communication,
transportation, military, and transnational issues of 266 ‘world entities (实体)’. It offers maps of major world regions, Flags of the World, and a Standard Time Zones of the World map. The Factbook is a great starting point for gathering general information about individual countries.(LHG世界概况提供了有限的评论，但提供了266个“世界实体”的地理、人民、政府、经济、通信、运输、军事和跨国问题的丰富统计和信息。它提供世界主要地区的地图、世界旗帜和世界标准时区地图。《概况》是收集有关各个国家的一般信息的一个很好的起点)”可知，通过LHG World Factbook可以从各方面了解一个国家。故选A项。
23. 细节理解题。由文章Teaching with GIS in the Geosciences中“Created by Brian Welch, Department of Environmental Studies at St. Olaf College, in Northfield, MN, this section serves as an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Education. There are also Teaching with Google Earth and Teaching with GPS. This section is part of Starting Point — Teaching Entry Level Geoscience.(本节由明尼苏达州诺斯菲尔德圣奥拉夫学院环境研究系的Brian Welch创建，介绍教育中的地理信息系统。还有谷歌地球教学和GPS教学。这一部分是起点——入门级地球科学教学的一部分)”可知，Teaching with GIS in the Geosciences可以协助地理教育。故选C项。
B
Even now, I have vivid memories of my last day of high school. In my mind’s eye, I’m cleaning out my locker, and then staring at the emptiness for a few extra beats before slamming it shut for the last time. I’m wandering around the halls with my best friend, blissfully ignoring the bells going off every 50 minutes on schedule because, just today, we’re allowed to break the rules. I’m sitting on my desk, swinging my feet, and shooting the breeze (闲聊) with my English teacher, Mr. Carr, in a way that makes me feel almost grown up.
It was maybe my favorite day of the whole year. Like the final layer of watercolor, the freedom and lightness I feel seeps (渗透) into the rest of my memories of that day and turns them just a shade rosier.
If the school year hasn’t yet ended for you, consider what you can do to make the finale count. Why Because when it comes to human memory, not all moments are created equal. Instead, our remembered experiences are disproportionately (不成比例地) influenced by peaks (the best moments as well as the worst) and endings (the last moments). Nobel Prize winner Danny Kahneman, who discovered this phenomenon, called this the peak-end rule. It suggests that our judgment of a past experience is largely based on its most extreme point and its endpoint.
I took advantage of the peak-end rule years ago, when my girls were young enough to want a bedtime story each night. I remember thinking that whatever disagreement and stress had occurred that day, I could make the last moments count. I could end on a note of calm and act like the patient mom I hadn’t quite managed to be just hours before.
Don’t mistake all moments as equal insignificance. There’s a reason why yoga classes end with savasana (挺卧式). There’s a reason we eat dessert last. Do organize endings carefully. As Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll might say: Finish strong. Last impressions are especially lasting.
24. What can the author suggest doing to make the end of a school year memorable
A. Planning a special event for the last day
B. Reflecting on the entire academic year
C. Ignoring school regulations
D. Focusing on the final exam
25. Which statement is true about the peak-end rule
A. The last moments matter the most in our memories
B. Peaks in life can be remembered better than endings
C. The peaks and ends of experiences are easier to remember.
D. Our judgment of the past is determined by first impressions.
26. What is paragraph 4 mainly about
A. What struggles the author had in life.
B. How the author treated her daughters.
C. Why the author read stories to her kids.
D. How the author applied the rule to daily life.
27. Why is Pete Carroll mentioned in the last paragraph
A. To show the importance of doing sports.
B. To explain why last impressions are lasting.
C. To prove the peak-end rule can be used in sports
D. To encourage readers to value the last moments of an experience.
【答案】24. A 25. C 26. D 27. D
【导语】本文是一篇夹叙夹议文。作者通过自己高中最后一天的鲜活记忆和坚持给女儿讲睡前故事的经历讲述了“峰终定律”，它表明我们对一段经历的判断很大程度上取决于这段经历的巅峰和结尾，并建议人们珍惜结尾。
24. 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“If the school year hasn’t yet ended for you, consider what you can do to make the finale count. Why Because when it comes to human memory, not all moments are created equal. Instead, our remembered experiences are disproportionately (不成比例地) influenced by peaks (the best moments as well as the worst) and endings (the last moments).(如果你的学年还没有结束，考虑一下你能做些什么来让结尾有意义。为什么？因为当涉及到人类记忆时，并不是所有的时刻都是平等的。相反，我们记忆中的经历不成比例地受到高峰（最好的时刻和最坏的时刻）和结局（最后的时刻）的影响。)”可知，人类对一段经历的高峰（最好的时刻和最坏的时刻）和结尾记忆最深，所以作者建议提前考虑学年的结尾方式，从而让它变得有意义。由此可推测出，作者建议为学年最后一天策划一个特殊的活动。故选A。
25. 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Nobel Prize winner Danny Kahneman, who discovered this phenomenon, called this the peak-end rule. It suggests that our judgment of a past experience is largely based on its most extreme point and its endpoint.(诺贝尔奖获得者丹尼 卡尼曼发现了这一现象，称之为“峰终定律”。这表明，我们对过去经历的判断很大程度上是基于其最极端的点和终点。)”可知，峰终定律表明，我们对过去经历的判断很大程度上是基于其最极端的点和终点，由此可推断出，一段经历的巅峰和结尾是最容易被记住的。故选C。
26. 主旨大意题。根据第四段“I took advantage of the peak-end rule years ago, when my girls were young enough to want a bedtime story each night. I remember thinking that whatever disagreement and stress had occurred that day, I could make the last moments count. I could end on a note of calm and act like the patient mom I hadn’t quite managed to be just hours before.(几年前，当我的女儿们还很小，每天晚上都想讲一个睡前故事时，我就利用了这条峰终定律。我记得当时我在想，无论那天发生了什么分歧和压力，我
都能让最后的时刻有意义。我可以平静地结束，表现得像一个几个小时前我还没能做到的耐心妈妈。)”可知，本段主要讲述了作者在生活中运用峰终定律，为女儿们读睡前故事，当一个耐心的妈妈，让每一天的最后时刻变得有意义。故选D。
27. 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“Do organize endings carefully. As Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll might say: Finish strong. Last impressions are especially lasting.(一定要仔细安排结局。正如西雅图海鹰队教练皮特 卡罗尔可能会说的那样：强势完成比赛。最后的印象尤其持久。)”可知，作者在最后建议读者要仔细安排结尾，并引用皮特 卡罗尔的话“强势完成比赛”来说明最后的印象会非常持久，强调结尾的重要性，由此可推测出，作者提到皮特 卡罗尔是为了鼓励读者重视一段经历的最后时刻。故选D。
C
The California sea otter (海獭), once hunted to the edge of extinction, has staged a thrilling comeback in the last century. Now, scientists have discovered that the otters’ success story has led to something just as remarkable: the restoration of their declining coastal marsh (沼泽) habitat.
Elkhorn Slough, a coastal marsh within Monterey Bay, had been experiencing severe damage. The root cause was a growing population of shore crabs, which fed heavily on the marsh plants, weakening the structural integrity of the habitat. Coastal marshes like these are not only natural defenses against storm waves but also serve as important carbon storage areas and water-cleaning systems.
The conservation-driven comeback of the sea otter has been crucial. California’s coastlines were once alive with sea otters. Sadly, they were nearly wiped out at the hands of fur traders. In the 1980s, conservation efforts aided these otters in re-occupying large areas of their former range. Now, Elkhorn Slough has the highest concentration of sea otters in California, with a population of about 100. By naturally feasting on crabs, the otters have helped a significant regrowth of plant life. Brent Hughes, a scientist working alongside Angelini, led a three-year study. Their findings were clear: in areas with sea otters, crab numbers fell markedly. This led to a resurgence in plant growth, which in turn stabilized the soil and lowered the rate of soil washing away.
As the sea otter population continues to restore, their positive impact on coastal ecosystems is likely to increase. It not only showcases the sea otter as a central species—a species that has a significant effect on its natural environment—but also highlights the essential nature of top predators (捕食者) in preserving ecological harmony. “My honest reaction was—this could become a classic in the literature,” says scientist Lekelia Jenkins. She reveals marsh restoration also helps people by reducing flooding. “Suddenly, sea otters go from just cute things we like to something that can protect our livelihoods and our properties.”
28. What change did the disappearance of sea otters bring about
A. Fewer predatory crabs. B. More coastal plant life.
C. Better water-cleaning effect. D. Worse coastal ecological balance.
29. What does the underlined word “resurgence” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Barrier. B. Advancement. C. Expansion. D. Revival.
30. What is the author’s purpose in quoting Lekelia Jenkins
A. To highlight the importance of coastal marshes.
B. To introduce a new research study on sea otters.
C. To demonstrate the practical benefits of sea otters.
D. To emphasize the need for increased conservation efforts.
31. What message is conveyed from sea otters’ impact
A. The necessity for controlled hunting.
B. The interconnectedness of the ecosystem.
C. The drawbacks of wildlife reintroduction.
D. The need for human intervention in nature.
【答案】28. D 29. D 30. C 31. B
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章通过介绍海獭的恢复历程及其对沿海沼泽生态系统的积极影响，强调了顶级捕食者在维持生态平衡中的重要作用。
28. 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Elkhorn Slough, a coastal marsh within Monterey Bay, had been experiencing severe damage. The root cause was a growing population of shore crabs, which fed heavily on the marsh plants, weakening the structural integrity of the habitat.(埃尔克霍恩沼泽是蒙特利湾的一个沿海沼泽，已经遭受了严重的破坏。根本原因是岸边蟹的数量不断增加，它们以沼泽植物为食，削弱了栖息地的结构完整性。)”可知，海獭的消失导致了沿海生态平衡的恶化。故选D项。
29. 词句猜测题。划线词句前文“By naturally feasting on crabs, the otters have helped a significant regrowth of plant life.(通过以螃蟹为食，水獭帮助了植物的再生。)”说明水獭通过以螃蟹为食，可以帮助植物的再生，从而推知划线词句“Their findings were clear: in areas with sea otters, crab numbers fell markedly. This led to a resurgence in plant growth, which in turn stabilized the soil and lowered the rate of soil washing away.(他们的发现很明确：在有海獭的地区，螃蟹的数量明显下降。这导致了植物生长的resurgence，反过来又稳定了土壤，降低了土壤被冲走的速度。)”其中划线词应为“复苏”的意思，与D项同义。故选D项。
30. 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“‘My honest reaction was — this could become a classic in the literature,’ says scientist Lekelia Jenkins. She reveals marsh restoration also helps people by reducing flooding. ‘Suddenly, sea otters go from just cute things we like to something that can protect our livelihoods and our properties.’(科学家Lekelia Jenkins 说：‘我的真实反应是，这可能会成为文学经典。’她透露，沼泽恢复也通过减少洪水来帮助人们。‘突然之间，海獭从我们喜欢的可爱动物变成了可以保护我们生计和财产的动物。’)”可知，作者引用Lekelia Jenkins的话是为了展示海獭对人类的实际益处，如减少洪水灾害等。故选C项。
31. 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“As the sea otter population continues to restore, their positive impact on coastal ecosystems is likely to increase. It not only showcases the sea otter as a central species—a species that has a significant effect on its natural environment — but also highlights the essential nature of top predators (捕食者) in preserving ecological harmony.(随着海獭数量的持续恢复，它们对沿海生态系统的积极影响可能会增加。它不仅展示了海獭作为一个关键物种——一个对自然环境有重大影响的物种——而且突出了顶级捕食者在维护生态和谐方面的本质)”可知，文章通过展示海獭对沿海生态系统的积极影响，传达了生态系统之间相互联系的信息。故选B项。
D
Animals have developed a circadian clock—an internal body clock that runs in 24-hour cycles. It is regulated by cues (提示) from their environment. But they may suffer from a “jet lag （时差反应）” when the cues animals
are exposed to do not match the ones of their natural environment.
Kristine Gandia, a PhD student at the University of Stirling in Scotland, and a team of observers set out to understand how the “jet lag” of living in latitudes (纬度) that animals were not used to can affect them. Giant pandas were chosen as the focus for the study partly because they live highly seasonal lives.”
“Giant pandas are very good animals to focus on,” Gandia said. “They are very popular in zoos and there are a lot that have cameras so we can see how their behavior changes across different latitudes. These cameras enabled us to monitor the giant pandas’ behavior across a 24-hour period.”
Gandia explained that the latitudinal range for giant pandas is between 26 and 42 degrees north. Matching latitudes could also be considered between 26 and 42 degrees south, as these mirror the temperature and lighting conditions.
The team monitored 11 giant pandas in six different zoos. Some zoos were within the animals’ natural latitudes but in other countries and the others were outside that range.
Gandia explained, “We recorded giant panda behavior, trying to account for behaviors that are positive, neutral (中性的) and negative indicators for welfare. So, this would include behaviors like play and grooming as positive behaviors, drinking and defecating as neutral maintenance behaviors, and several abnormal behaviors as negative behaviors, with pacing being the most common.”
Those living in zoos outside of their home latitude were found to be less active and display more negative behaviors.
“Giant pandas living in zoos could be suffering from a ‘jet lag’ if their body clocks don’t match their environments,” Gandia said.
32. What does Gandia and her team’s study focus on
A. Animal behavior. B. Animal body clock.
C. Animal popularity. D. Animal distribution.
33. What is a reason why pandas were chosen for the study
A. Wide latitude of their natural habitat. B. Their strong adaptability.
C. The existing findings about them. D. The convenience of observation.
34. How was the study carried out
A. By analyzing reasons. B. By comparing recordings.
C. By conducting interviews. D. By listing examples.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Will “Jet Lag” Be Able to Be Avoided
B. Could Animals Suffer from a “Jet Lag”
C. Is Panda a Proper Subject to Study “Jet Lag”
D. Does Season Have Anything to Do with “Jet Lag”
【答案】32. B 33. D 34. B 35. B
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。研究人员通过研究发现：如果大熊猫的生物钟与环境不匹配，它们可能会受到“时差反应”的影响。
32. 细节理解题。根据第一段“Animals have developed a circadian clock—an internal body clock that runs in
24-hour cycles. It is regulated by cues from their environment. But they may suffer from a “jet lag” when the cues animals are exposed to do not match the ones of their natural environment.（动物已经形成了生物钟——一种以24小时为周期运行的体内生物钟。它受环境的影响。但当动物接触到的线索与自然环境不匹配时，它们可能会受到“时差”的影响。）”和第二段的句子“Kristine Gandia, a PhD student at the University of Stirling in Scotland, and a team of observers set out to understand how the “jet lag” of living in latitudes that animals were not used to can affect them.（苏格兰斯特林大学的博士生克里斯汀 甘迪亚和一组观察人员开始了解生活在动物不习惯的纬度上的“时差”是如何影响它们的。）”可知，甘迪亚和她的团队的研究重点是环境对动物生物钟的影响。故选B项。
33. 细节理解题。根据第三段““Giant pandas are very good animals to focus on,” Gandia said. “They are very popular in zoos and there are a lot that have cameras so we can see how their behavior changes across different latitudes. These cameras enabled us to monitor the giant pandas’ behavior across a 24-hour period.”（“大熊猫是非常值得关注的动物，”甘迪亚说。“它们在动物园里很受欢迎，很多动物园都有摄像头，所以我们可以看到它们在不同纬度的行为是如何变化的。这些摄像机使我们能够在24小时内监控大熊猫的行为。”）”可知，选择熊猫作为研究对象是因为方便观察。故选D项。
34. 细节理解题。根据第六段“Gandia explained, “We recorded giant panda behavior, trying to account for behaviors that are positive, neutral and negative indicators for welfare. So, this would include behaviors like play and grooming as positive behaviors, drinking and defecating as neutral maintenance behaviors, and several abnormal behaviors as negative behaviors, with pacing being the most common.”（甘迪亚解释说：“我们记录了大熊猫的行为，试图解释积极、中性和消极的行为指标。因此，这将包括玩耍和梳理等行为作为积极行为，喝水和排便作为中性维持行为，以及一些异常行为作为消极行为，其中踱步是最常见的。”）”可知，研究人员是通过对比大熊猫的录像进行研究的。故选B项。
35. 主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文主要介绍如果大熊猫的生物钟与环境不匹配，它们可能会受到“时差反应”的影响。所以B项“Could Animals Suffer from a “Jet Lag” ”（动物会有“时差反应”吗？）作为本文的题目与文章主题项符合。故选B项。
第二节(共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Hop on the Silent Walking Trend
Silent walking involves walking outdoors without distractions like music or conversations, focusing on the mind-body-nature connection. 36 That’s a slower, lower-impact way to relax and is great for fitness. Here’s everything you need to know about the trend.
Select a natural setting and fully engage your senses. For reaping the mental health benefits, it is recommended to find a quiet and peaceful natural location. 37 Meanwhile, consciously observing the sights, sounds, smells, and physical sensations during the walk can significantly impact cognitive and emotional well-being.
To stimulate the mind, consider exploring different routes than usual. Without your favourite podcast or playlist, you might slip into boredom on your walk. 38 And it might even be good for your brain. Scientists applaud the virtues of boredom for brain health, believing that it boosts creativity and improves social connections. And if you do get bored, rest assured that it shows you’ve disconnected from external distractions. Go
with it, and make sure you take a different route each time—it’ll keep you motivated.
Start off with five-minute silent walks and eventually build up to thirty minutes. If you’re usually a headphone wearer, it will feel super weird to walk without your go-to tunes, but give yourself a second to adjust. Chances are, once you’re a few minutes into your silent walk, you’ll feel the magic kick in. 39
Regular reflection and ongoing documentation are essential. After completing a silent walk, take time to reflect upon any emerging thoughts, feelings, or insights. 40 Journaling about the experience can also solidify connections between thoughts and ideas, providing a valuable tool for self-reflection and growth.
A. But being bored won’t hurt you.
B. Taking different paths can lead to exciting discoveries.
C. Adjusting the routine gradually can help ease into the experience.
D. You’ll also start noticing the little things around you more clearly.
E. They can deepen understanding and serve as a record of personal growth
F. Unlike exercise-oriented walking, it isn’t about reaching certain speed or steps
G. In such an environment, you can immerse yourself in the natural soundscape (音景) .
【答案】36. F 37. G 38. A 39. C 40. E
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了静默行走这一趋势，探讨了如何进行静默行走，以及这种行走方式对健康的好处，特别是对促进认知和情感福祉的潜在影响。
36. 上文“Silent walking involves walking outdoors without distractions like music or conversations, focusing on the mind-body-nature connection.(静默行走包括在户外行走，不受音乐或对话等干扰，专注于身心自然的联系)”以及下文“That’s a slower, lower-impact way to relax and is great for fitness. Here’s everything you need to know about the trend.(这是一种较慢、影响较小的放松方式，非常适合健身。以下是您需要了解的有关趋势的所有信息)”说明静默行走是一种适合健身的运动方式。空处补充上文内容，并引出下文。F项中的it指代前文中的Silent walking，“reaching certain speed or steps”和下文中的“That’s a slower, lower-impact way”相呼应，说明静默行走不关注到特定的速度或步数，而是以一种较慢、影响较小的放松方式行走。所以F项“与以锻炼为导向的行走不同，它不关注达到特定的速度或步数”符合语境。故选F。
37. 上文“Select a natural setting and fully engage your senses. For reaping the mental health benefits, it is recommended to find a quiet and peaceful natural location. (选择一个自然的环境，充分利用你的感官。为了获得心理健康的好处，建议找一个安静、宁静的自然地点)”说明静默行走需要选择找一个安静、宁静的自然地点。空处与前文内容形成因果逻辑关系，G项中的“In such an environment”和前文中的“a quiet and peaceful natural location”相呼应，说明在这样安静和自然的环境下，你就可以沉浸在自然的音景中。故选G。
38. 上文“To stimulate the mind, consider exploring different routes than usual. Without your favourite podcast or playlist, you might slip into boredom on your walk. (为了刺激大脑，可以考虑探索与平时不同的路线。如果没有你最喜欢的播客或播放列表，你可能会在散步时陷入无聊)”说明如果平时喜欢博客等，在静默散步时就会感到无聊。空处和前文形成转折关系，所以提出的“无聊的积极影响”提供铺垫。A项中的But引出了与上文相对的观点，表明尽管无聊可能被视为不愉快的体验，但它并非有害，这为下文科学家对无聊的积极评价提供了逻辑上的衔接。A项“But being bored won’t hurt you.”符合语境。故选A。
39. 上文“If you’re usually a headphone wearer, it will feel super weird to walk without your go-to tunes, but
give yourself a second to adjust. Chances are, once you’re a few minutes into your silent walk, you’ll feel the magic kick in.(如果你通常是一个戴耳机的人，在没有音乐的情况下走路会感觉非常奇怪，但给自己一秒钟的时间来调整。很有可能，当你安静地散步几分钟后，你会感觉到神奇的力量开始了)”说明当你调整自己去接受静默行走时，你会发现它神奇的力量。空处是对上文的承接，并呼应段落主题。空格所在的段落讨论了开始进行静默行走的建议，从五分钟开始，逐渐增加到三十分钟。C项“逐渐调整常规可以帮助轻松进入体验”符合语境，与上文提到的从短时间开始逐步增加时间相呼应，说明逐步调整可以帮助人们适应没有音乐的行走。故选C。
40. 上文“After completing a silent walk, take time to reflect upon any emerging thoughts, feelings, or insights. (在完成一次静默行走后，花时间反思任何新出现的想法、感受或见解)”说明在完成静默行走后需要做出反思。空处与前文内容形成逻辑上的解释关系，说明反思的重要性。E项中的They指代前文中的“any emerging thoughts, feelings, or insights”，说明E“它们可以加深理解并作为个人成长的记录”符合语境，与上文建议的反思活动相呼应，强调了记录这些想法、感受或领悟对于加深个人理解和记录个人成长的重要性。故选E。
第三部分英语知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Last year, my younger brother Darrin tore the old engine out of his Dodge Challenger. Then he 41 it piece by piece, and put it back together again all by himself. He was 16. All he 42 was a Chilton’s shop manual (使用手册) for the car, his own curiosity, and a strong desire to 43 how things worked.
Later, I asked him about this 44 and how he made it. His answer was 45 — he just did it. He wanted a new car and couldn’t afford to buy another one, so this was really his only 46 . He had nothing to lose and was highly 47 to make the engine work. He 48 with it, paid close attention to how he took it apart, made a lot of mistakes, and reached points where he wasn’t 49 what to do next. When that happened, he asked a friend or a friend’s dad for 50 , tried this and tried that, until he finished the work. To me it was a (n) 51 achievement.
Our 52 to do hard things increases when we try doing those hard things. It is 53 limited by our own will and imagination. We learn by trying, by making mistakes, and by 54 help from those who know more sometimes just a little more-than we do.
Never 55 trying new things. The more one does, the more one can do.
41. A. discovered B. rebuilt C. donated D. reserved
42. A. detected B. preferred C. occupied D. had
43. A. figure out B. give away C. bring up D. rule out
44. A. property B. campaign C. guide D. project
45. A. correct B. serious C. simple D. funny
46. A. luck B. option C. requirement D. relaxation
47. A. expected B. forced C. convinced D. motivated
48. A. communicated B. competed C. experimented D. disagreed
49. A. sure B. afraid C. curious D. satisfied
50. A. permission B. courage C. advice D. reward
51. A. amazing B. common C. confusing D. strange
52. A. anxiety B. capacity C. income D. impatience
53. A. rarely B. necessarily C. originally D. mostly
54. A. seeking B. offering C. affording D. avoiding
55. A. admit B. stop C. fancy D. keep
【答案】41. B 42. D 43. A 44. D 45. C 46. B 47. D 48. C 49. A 50. C 51. A 52. B 53. D 54. A 55. B
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。作者讲述了自己从弟弟身上学到的一个人生道理：我们做的事情越多，我们能做的事情就越多。永远不要停止尝试新事物。
41. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：然后他一块一块地把它重新组装起来，又一个人把它重新组装起来。A. discovered发现；B. rebuilt组装，重建；C. donated捐赠；D. reserved预订。根据上文“Last year, my younger brother Darrin tore the old engine out of his Dodge Challenger.(去年，我弟弟达林把他的道奇挑战者的旧引擎给拆了)”可知，弟弟把玩具拆了，然后又组装起来。故选B。
42. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他所拥有的只有一本奇尔顿的汽车使用手册，他自己的好奇心，以及想弄清楚汽车是如何工作的强烈愿望。A. detected检测；B. preferred偏爱；C. occupied占据；D. had有。根据后文“was a Chilton’s shop manual for the car”指弟弟所拥有的关于组装的东西只有一本手册。故选D。
43. 考查动词短语辨析。句意：他所拥有的只有一本奇尔顿的汽车使用手册，他自己的好奇心，以及想弄清楚汽车是如何工作的强烈愿望。A. figure out弄清楚；B. give away赠送；C. bring up抚养；D. rule out消除。根据上文“his own curiosity, and a strong desire to”可知，弟弟好奇心强，想弄清楚汽车是如何工作。故选A。
44. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：后来，我问他关于这个项目以及他是如何做到的。A. property财产；B. campaign运动；C. guide指导；D. project项目。根据上一段描述可知，此处指弟弟把他的道奇挑战者的旧引擎拆掉然后重组这件事。故选D。
45. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他的回答很简单——他就这么做了。A. correct正确的；B. serious严肃的；C. simple简单的；D. funny有趣的。根据上文“I asked him”以及下文“he just did it”及所给单词可知， 此处指“他的答案很简单”。故选C。
46. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：他想要一辆新车，又买不起另一辆，所以这是他唯一的选择。A. luck运气；B. option选择；C. requirement要求；D. relaxation放松。根据上文“He wanted a new car and couldn't afford to buy another one”可知，此处指“这是他唯一的选择”。故选B。
47. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他没有什么可失去的，并且非常积极地让引擎工作。A. expected期待；B. forced迫使；C. convinced说服；D. motivated激励。根据上文“He had nothing to lose and was highly”及所给单词可知，此处指“他没有什么可失去的，并且非常积极地让引擎工作”，短语be motivated to do sth.意为“有动力做某事”。故选D。
48. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他对它进行了实验，密切关注如何将其拆开，犯了很多错误，并达到了他不确定下一步该怎么做的地步。A. communicated交流；B. competed比赛；C. experimented实验；D. disagreed不同意。根据后文“paid close attention to how he took it apart, made a lot of mistakes”可知，作者的弟弟在拆装汽车时，是进行了一番尝试和试验的。故选C。
49. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他对它进行了实验，密切关注如何将其拆开，犯了很多错误，并达到了他不确定下一步该怎么做的地步。A. sure确信的；B. afraid害怕的；C. curious好奇的；D. satisfied满足的。根据后文“what to do next”以及弟弟犯了很多错误，可知他不确定下一步该怎么做。故选A。
50. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当这种情况发生时，他向朋友或朋友的父亲征求意见，试了这个，试了那个，直到他完成了工作。A. permission允许；B. courage勇气；C. advice建议；D. reward奖励。根据上文“what to do next”可知，弟弟不知道该怎么办，向朋友或者朋友的父亲寻求建议。故选C。
51. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：对我来说，这是一项了不起的成就。A. amazing惊人的；B. common共同的；C. confusing令人困惑的；D. strange奇怪的。根据上文可知弟弟只有一本手册，凭借实验和求助他人完成了组装，这是一项了不起的成就。故选A。
52. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我们尝试做这些困难的事情时，我们做这些困难事情的能力就会增强。A. anxiety焦虑；B. capacity能力；C. income收入；D. impatience不耐烦。根据后文“The more one does, the more one can do.”以及上文弟弟组装玩具的故事，可知当我们尝试做这些困难的事情时，我们做这些困难事情的能力就会增强。故选B。
53. 考查副词词义辨析。句意：它主要受限于我们自己的意志和想象力。A. rarely很少；B. necessarily必定；C. originally起初；D. mostly多半。上文提到，作者的弟弟在拆装汽车时非常有意志力和求知欲。本句从反面强调，能否完成艰苦的工作，主要受限于我们的意志力和想象力。故选D。
54. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们从尝试中学习，从犯错误中学习，从那些比我们懂得多一点的人那里寻求帮助。A. seeking寻找；B. offering提供；C. affording买得起；D. avoiding避免。根据下文“help from those who know more sometimes just a little more-than we do”可知，seeking符合语境，意为“向知道得更多的人寻求帮助”。故选A。
55. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：永远不要停止尝试新事物。A. admit承认；B. stop停止；C. fancy喜爱；D. keep保持。根据后文“The more one does, the more one can do.(一个人做得越多，就能做得越多)”可知，作者认为永远不要停止尝试新事物。故选B。
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。
On Sept. 7, famous Chinese archaeologist (考古学家) Fan Jinshi, 85, 56 (award) by UNESCO for her contribution 57 the protection of the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang.
58 (call) the “daughter of Dunhuang”, she started her story with the cave 60 years ago. In 1963, Fan, then a 25-year-old Peking University graduate, had the chance 59 (work) at the Mogao Caves, a place she had wanted to explore for a long time. Back in those days, the Mogao Caves were almost 60 (complete) cut off from the world. Fan and her coworkers stayed inside the caves to do research, copy murals (壁画), and do 61 they could to protect and restore them. 62 time passed, Fan found a serious problem. 63 number of tourists visiting Dunhuang was increasing, which might harm the caves, 64 (cause) the murals inside to fade. In the late 1980s, Fan stumbled upon (偶然发现) computer technology by chance. She realized that this might preserve the Mogao Caves forever.
After over 30 years of 65 (explore), the Dunhuang Academy built a digital database to protect cultural relies there, allowing Dunhuang’s art to live forever and to step out of the caves to meet the world.
【答案】
56. was awarded 57. to 58. Called 59. to work pletely 61. whatever/what 62. As 63. The 64. causing 65. exploration
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。主要介绍的是9月7日，联合国教科文组织授予85岁的中国著名考古学家樊锦诗荣誉称号，以表彰她为保护敦煌莫高窟所做的贡献。
56. 考查时态和语态。句意：9月7日，联合国教科文组织授予 85 岁的中国著名考古学家樊锦诗荣誉称号，以表彰她为保护敦煌莫高窟所做的贡献。分析句子结构可知，此处为谓语动词，根据“On Sept. 7”可知，此处为一般现在时，主语amous Chinese archacologist Fan Jinshi与award之间构成被动关系，所以使用一般现在时的被动语态，且主语为第三人称单数。故填 was awarded。
57. 考查介词。句意：9月7日，联合国教科文组织授予85岁的中国著名考古学家樊锦诗荣誉称号，以表彰她为保护敦煌莫高窟所做的贡献。分析句子结构可知，此处应为固定短语 contribution to 意为“对……的贡献”符合句意。故填to。
58. 考查非谓语动词。句意：被称为“敦煌之女”的她，从60年前的洞穴开始了她的故事。分析句子结构可知，此处应为非谓语动词作状语， call 与逻辑主语 she 构成被动关系，所以使用过去分词形式，且位于句首，首字母需大写。故填Called。
59. 考查非谓语动词。句意：1963年，25岁的北京大学毕业生樊锦诗有机会在莫高窟工作，这是她长期以来一直想去探索的地方。分析句子结构可知，此处应为非谓语动词作定语修饰抽象名词 chance ，其后跟不定式作后置定语。故填to work。
60. 考查副词。句意：那时候，莫高窟几乎与外界完全隔绝。分析句子结构可知，此处应为副词作状语修饰动词短语 cut off ，complete的副词形式为completely意为“完全地”符合句意。故填completely。
61. 考查宾语从句。句意：樊和她的同事待在洞穴里做研究，复制壁画，尽他们所能保护和修复它们。分析句子结构可知，此处应为连接词引导宾语从句作do的宾语，从句中缺少宾语，结合句意，表示“什么”或者“无论什么”，所以此处可用whatever或what。故填whatever/what。
62. 考查状语从句。句意：随着时间的流逝，樊发现了一个严重的问题。分析句子结构可知，此处应为连词引导时间状语从句，结合句意可知，此处表示“随着”符合句意，所以此处使用as引导时间状语从句，位于句首，所以首字母大写。故填As。
63. 考查固定短语。句意：参观敦煌的游客越来越多，这可能会损害洞穴，导致里面的壁画褪色。结合句子结构以及句意可知，此处应为固定短语“the number of”意为“……的数量”，且位于句首，所以首字母大写。故填The。
64. 考查非谓语动词。句意：参观敦煌的游客越来越多，这可能会损害洞穴，导致里面的壁画褪色。分析句子结构可知，此处为非谓语动词作状语，cause 与上文句子的内容构成主动关系，所以使用现在分词作结果状语。故填causing。
65. 考查名词。句意：经过30多年的探索，敦煌研究院建立了一个数字数据库来保护那里的文物，让敦煌的艺术永世长存，走出洞穴，与世界相遇。分析句子结构可知，此处作介词的宾语，应用名词形式，explore的名词为exploration意为“探索”且此处为不可数名词。故填exploration.
第四部分 写作(两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
你校英文报社正在以 __________ Beautifies Our Life为题征稿，请你写一篇短文，内容包括：
1. 简单介绍；
2. 说明理由。
注意：
1. 将标题补充完整，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。
__________Beautifies Our Life
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【答案】范文
Music Beautifies Our Life
Music is an essential part of our life. It has the power to touch our souls and uplift our spirits. As a student, I firmly believe that music beautifies our life in countless ways.
Firstly, music has the ability to create a sense of harmony within us, especially when we are heavily burdened with our study. Besides, music provides a form of escape from the stresses and challenges of everyday life.
In conclusion, music is a powerful tool that beautifies our life by inspiring emotions and providing a source of comfort and relaxation.
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以 Beautifies Our Life为题写一篇短文。
【详解】1.词汇积累
重要的：essential→important
相信：believe→hold the view that
此外：besides→in addition
总之：in conclusion→in short
2.句式拓展
同义句转换
原句：In conclusion, music is a powerful tool that beautifies our life by inspiring emotions and providing a source of comfort and relaxation.
拓展句：In conclusion, not only is music is a powerful tool that beautifies our life, but also it can inspire emotions and provide a source of comfort and relaxation.
【点睛】[高分句型1] Firstly, music has the ability to create a sense of harmony within us, especially when we are heavily burdened with our study. (运用了when引导时间状语从句)
[高分句型2] In conclusion, music is a powerful tool that beautifies our life by inspiring emotions and providing a source of comfort and relaxation. (运用了that引导定语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The little country schoolhouse was heated by an old fashioned, pot-bellied stove. A little boy had the job of
coming to school early each day to start the fire and warm the room before his teacher and his classmates arrived.
One morning, they arrived to find the schoolhouse engulfed (吞没) in flames. They dragged the unconscious little boy out of the flaming building more dead than alive. He had major burns over the lower half of his body and was taken to the nearby county hospital.
From his bed the dreadfully burned, semi-conscious little boy faintly heard the doctor talking to his mother. The doctor told his mother that her son would surely die—which was for the best, really—for the terrible fire had devastated (破坏) the lower half of his body.
But the brave boy didn’t want to die. He made up his mind that he would survive. Somehow, to the amazement of the physician, he did survive. When the mortal (致死的) danger was past, he again heard the doctor and his mother speaking quietly. The mother was told that since the fire had destroyed so much flesh in the lower part of his body, it would almost be better if he had died, since he was doomed to be a life-time cripple (瘸子) with no use at all of his lower limbs.
Once more the brave boy made up his mind. He would not be a cripple. He would walk. But unfortunately from the waist down, he had no motor (引起运动的) ability. His thin legs just dangled there, all but lifeless.
Ultimately he was released from the hospital. Every day his mother would massage (对……按摩) his little legs, but there was no feeling, no control, nothing. Yet his determination that he would walk was as strong as ever. When he wasn’t in bed, he was confined (限制) to a wheelchair.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
One sunny day his mother wheeled him out into the yard to get some fresh air.
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Ultimately through his strong determination, he did develop the ability to stand up.
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One sunny day his mother wheeled him out into the yard to get some fresh air. As she pushed the chair along the yard, there was a group of kids about his age chasing each other around. On seeing such a cheerful scene, the boy looked at his legs, willing them to move and carry him like before. He stuggled to his feet, feeling a sharp pain in his legs. “I didn’t lose them, mom!” the little boy looked at his mother and said excitedly. Hope sparked within him. Over the next few weeks, he asked his mother to take him outside every
day, to practice inch by inch, step by step.
Ultimately through his strong determination, he did develop the ability to stand up. Slow and frustrating as His progress was, he refused to yield to despair. Every small movement was a victory, every challenge was an overcome. With his mother’s massage and his perseverance, the faint stand grew into steady strength. It was the unmerciful fire that destroyed his body. However, it is his determination and his mother’s support that change his destiny.
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了一个小男孩被大火烧伤，经过抢救，最终保住了姓名，但是，他腰部以下没有运动能力。他的细腿悬在那里。他出院了，他妈妈每天都会按摩他的小腿，但是没有感觉，。然而，他走路的决心一如既往地坚定。当他不在床上时，他只能坐在轮椅上。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“一个阳光明媚的日子，他妈妈把他推到院子里呼吸新鲜空气。”可知，第一段可描写小男孩看到一群孩子在玩耍时的反应以及要求妈妈每天都带她来户外
②由第二段首句内容“最终，凭借坚定的决心，他终于学会了站起来的能力。”可知，第二段可描写小男孩和母亲一起努力的过程和感悟。
2.续写线索：看到孩子玩耍——燃起站起来走路打的希望——进展缓慢，但是不屈服——完成比赛——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
拒绝：refuse /decline
屈服：yield to /give in to
克服：overcome/get over
燃起：spark/ kindle
情绪类
兴奋地：excitedly/ passionately
快乐的：cheerful/ joyful
【点睛】[高分句型1] Slow and frustrating as His progress was, he refused to yield to despair. (运用了让步状语从句和部分倒装句)
[高分句型2] It was the unmerciful fire that destroyed his body. (运用了强调句)
