内江二中高2026届2023-2024学年度下期半期考试
英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
注意事项：
1. 本试卷由四个部分组成。其中，第一、二部分和第三部分的第一节为选择题，第三部分的
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的Ａ、Ｂ、Ｃ和Ｄ四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Traditions are customs and beliefs that form a part of our culture. They are practiced to remind us of our history and are passed down from generation to generation. Some traditions are interesting and widespread, while others are quite strange and practiced only by a small group of people. Continue reading to dig more into some interesting traditions from around the world.
Smigus Dyngus in Poland
Also known as “Wet Monday”, Smigus Dyngus is a unique tradition practiced in Poland, where people throw water at each other. It is celebrated annually on Easter Monday. The traditional way to do it is for boys to throw water at girls, and it is believed that the girl who receives the most water has the greatest chance of getting married.
Hanging coffins (棺椁) in Sagada, the Philippines
There is an old tradition in Sagada where people hang their coffins in stone caves. It was carried out by the Igorot tribe (部落) of Mountain Province. The people there believe this custom prevents large animals from taking the dead bodies, and also purifies or blesses the departed soul.
The Polterabend custom in Germany
Family members and friends of future married couples meet at dinner, and break a lot of porcelain (瓷器). The couple is then asked to clean up the entire mess. This is supposedly to teach them the importance of unity and hard work, and bring good luck. Germans think this tradition is essential in making marriages last a lifetime.
Boryeong Mud Festival in the ROK
The Boryeong Mud Festival in the ROK is a fascinating and unique celebration that draws crowds from around the world. It is a major cultural event, attracting over a million visitors annually. People participate in various mud-related activities, including mud baths, mud wrestling and even a mud marathon. The festival features live music, food stalls, and wonderful street performances.
21. Why are the coffins hung in caves in Sagada
A. To pray for good luck.
B. To protect the dead bodies.
C. To ensure a future reunion.
D. To conserve more land resources.
22. Which tradition contributes to a lasting marriage
A. Smigus Dyngus.
B. Hanging coffins in Sagada.
C. The Polterabend custom.
D. Boryeong Mud Festival.
23. What can visitors do during the Boryeong Mud Festival
A. Throw water at girls.
B. Learn about Igorot culture.
C. Meet famous people.
D. Enjoy mud baths.
B
“Is there anything you want from Grandma’s flat ” My uncle, texting me, last week.
His mum had passed away. He’d begun the painful yet necessary task of sorting through her belongings. I required zero thinking time. Yes, I would like her aloe vera (芦荟) plant, please.
Here’s why. Sometime around 1975, Grandma received this plant as a gift. It came courtesy (礼仪) of the local butcher in recognition of her loyal custom. It could, I suppose, just as likely have been a calendar, or a fountain pen, or a box of biscuits. But it just happened to be a pot plant, which Grandma, who always had green fingers, appreciated and placed in her doorway. Five years later, my mum married the butcher’s son. And had me.
When my father’s mother died in 1993, Grandma revealed to me how this particular plant was different to the dozens of others she had in her home. This one had history. It was, she suggested, a living, blooming representation of the relationship that existed between the two sides of my family. As, indeed, was I.
Aloe vera is reasonably hardy, but, as I’ve learned, if you put it above a radiator, it dies. If you under-water it, it dies. If you over-water it, it dies. In short, with my awful agricultural skills, I’m better off with a plastic one. So, straight after I asked my uncle for this treasure, I put in place an insurance policy: the plant will go and live with Ann, my mother-in-law.
Ann, is a genius with a greenhouse. The plan is for Ann to keep hold of the original plant. In time, she can teach me how to care for its cuttings properly. Meantime, Ann will spread cuttings and clippings among her own family. My wife’s two sisters, for example, are both far better at tending plants than I am, so it is quite conceivable that they, too, will spread cuttings of the plant around their partners’ families; that this humble plant might yet spread across my entire extended family. What an amazing outcome!
24. Why did the butcher give my Grandma the aloe vera plant
A. To contribute to the marriage.
B. To observe a specific custom.
C. To show the butcher’s loyalty.
D. To appreciate her regular visits.
25. Which of the following can best describe grandma
A. She is a garden enthusiast. B. She is loyal to her friends.
C. She is a local shop keeper. D. She is ready to help others.
26. What can we learn about the author according to paragraph 5
A. He is skilled at agricultural planting.
B. He has a preference for plastic plants
C. He is confident in feeding the plant himself.
D. He is anxious to keep the plant alive.
27. What is the best title of the passage
A. An amazing outcome B. A family tree
C. A family history D. Green fingers
C
Each food product in the United States must show a “best before” date on its container. The goal is to tell the buyer when the food will be at its freshest. Most people believe it is unsafe to use the food product after that date. But some observers say “best before” labels have nothing to do with safety. They worry that the information will lead consumers to throw away food good to eat.
Some food sellers in Britain recently removed “best before” labels from prepackaged fruit and vegetables. The European Union may soon announce changes to its labeling laws. It may even end the requirement to include a date.In the US, there is no similar effort. Some big food store owners and food companies are pushing for the US Congress to pass new laws on the subject.
Studies have found as much as 35% of available food goes uneaten in the United States.That adds up to a lot of wasted energy. It also means more greenhouse gases coming from landfills. 7% of US food waste comes from people’s misunderstanding of “best before” labels. That percentage is equal to about 3. 6 million tons each year.
Richard Lipsit owns a store called Grocery Outlet in Pleasanton, California. He said we can safely eat canned goods and many other packaged foods for years after their “best before”date. People should look for changes in color, thickness, or feel to learn if foods are all right to eat. “Our bodies are very well equipped to recognize the signs of decay,” Lipsit said. “We’ve lost trust in those senses and we’ve replaced it with trust in these dates.”
If new laws are approved in Congress, food could be donated to food rescue organizations even after its quality date has passed. Food rescue is making efforts to find uses for outdated food. Currently, at least 20 states ban the sale or donation of food after its quality date has passed.
28. What do most people think of the food out of “best before” date
A. It is a threat to their health. B. It is still fresh enough.
C. It should be donated to food rescue organizations. D. It should be sold at a lower price.
29. Why did the author mention what Britain and the European Union have done
A. To point out the mistake they have made. B. To show the necessity for US to take similar measures.
C. To stop US Congress from passing new laws. D. To praise their efforts on the subject.
30. What can be inferred from the third paragraph
A. There is an energy crisis in US nowadays.
B. Food industry is polluting the country.
C. The misunderstanding of “best before” labels is one cause of waste.
D. People know nothing about “best before” labels.
31. What does the underlined word “decay” refer to in paragraph 4
A. Food that has gone bad. B. Food that is out of date.
C. Food that is not expensive. D. Food that has a rare color.
D
The giant panda’s special black-and-white fur makes it one of the most recognizable animals on the planet. But why does it have this unique coloring To hide from natural enemies, both in the snow and in the shadows, study lead author Tim Caro, a professor in the UC (University of California) Davis Department of Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology, said in a new statement. Moreover, the large black circles around a panda’s eyes may help other pandas recognize it, the researchers said.
Understanding why the giant panda has such noticeable color has been a long-term problem to solve. To find out the answer, Caro and his colleagues looked at photos of pandas and 195 other carnivore (食肉动物) species, including 39 subspecies of bears. Then, they recorded the coloring on each area of those animals’ bodies, and compared them with areas of the panda’s body. “Compared with the previous studies, the breakthrough in this study was treating each part of the body as an independent area,” Caro said.
The research team tried to figure out the purpose of the dark-colored furry areas. After going through many comparisons, the researchers determined that the white parts of the giant panda help it hide in the snow. In contrast, its black arms and legs help it hide in the shadows, they said. The panda’s white-and-black coloring didn’t appear to be related to temperature regulation. Nor did they find evidence that the dark circles around a panda’s eyes helped to make them look cuter.
“This really was a great effort by our team, finding and scoring thousands of images and scoring more than 10 areas per picture from over 20 possible colors,” study co-author Ted Stankowich, an assistant professor of biology at California State University, Long Beach, said in the statement. “Sometimes it takes hundreds of hours of hard work to answer the simplest question: Why is the panda black and white ”
32. Why did Caro study the photos of pandas and 195 other carnivore species
A. To record the number of photos.
B. To research more carnivore species.
C. To figure out the reason behind pandas’ special color.
D. To compare the difference between pandas and other carnivore species.
33. What study method did the researchers use to draw the conclusion
A. Doing experiments. B. Making comparisons.
C. Scoring pandas’ behavior in nature. D. Observing pandas in the wild.
34. What can we learn about pandas’ unique coloring
A. The white and black parts help pandas to hide.
B. The function of the dark-colored areas is unknown.
C. The white-and-black coloring will change with temperature.
D The dark circles around pandas’ eyes help make them look cuter.
35. What can be inferred from Ted Stankowich’s words
A. The study is a great success.
B. Hundreds of hours of hard work is not worthwhile.
C. It needs efforts to find the truth behind simple questions.
D. Simple issues shouldn’t take scientists so much time to study.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How To Deal With A Bully
Bullying is when someone misuses his authority( 权威) or power inside a relationship.____36____This behavior can cause physical and emotional harm on others and often leaves the victim feeling helpless.
It is never easy to deal with all the unwanted bullying even when you have done nothing wrong.____37____Here are some helpful ways to deal with a bully when you get bullied.
Ask Them To Stop
____38____Sometimes when we do not speak up for ourselves, the bullies continue with their behavior thinking of us as easy targets. Telling them to stop in a firm and confident voice can make them reconsider their actions. This will work only if they have not yet established a pattern of bullying you. It is important to keep in mind that you are trying to de-escalate(弱化) the situation.
____39____
Bullies usually hunt for people who are alone or have isolated themselves from their surroundings. If you are with your friends, or if you are in the company of someone, it is least likely that the bully will disturb you. We are not asking you to make a huge circle of friends, but sometimes all it takes is one loyal friend who will stay by you no matter what.
Ignore Them
Another effective measure to ignore a bully is by ignoring them. They think of it as a game, and when they get an emotional response from you, it satisfies their ego. ____40____So if they get nothing, they will stop bothering you because they will know you are not an easy one to attack.
A. Be Accompanied
B. Make More Friends
C. Asking the bully to stop is sometimes an effective measure to deal with them.
D. It can be outside of a relationship too as this behavior knows no bounds.
E. Such bullies will go around spreading rumors and false news.
F. However, doing nothing in return will only result in more intense bullying.
G. When you do not react to what they say or do no matter how hurtful it may be for you, they start to lose interest in you.
第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题１分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项.
I used to be the shyest person in the world. I hid behind my older sister, whenever I had to speak to a (n) ____41____ person-including the McDonald’s cashier, or even a distant relative.
____42____ asked to speak in class, I could hardly ____43____, much less speak. Even among the few friends I had, my high, timid (羞怯的) voice earned me jokes-about being a girl.
Then in the seventh grade, my sister suggested I ____44____ voice lessons. After a little bit of ____45____, I did-as long as it stayed a secret. I began a series of vocal (发声的) exercising. After exercising a lot, I finally gained ____46____ in my voice.
A few months later, I was asked to sing for some retired people. I thought I would do better than before ____47____ the voice lessons. I opened my mouth and -nothing. I couldn’t remember the words of the song! My face turned hot. The ____48____ pianist whispered a prompt (提示), and I remembered just enough to keep singing.
Then the thought ____49____ me: I’ve embarrassed (尴尬) myself enough in front of this _____50_____. There’s really nothing else to lose. So in my second song, I just _____51_____ and felt the energy of the song lift me. And I did much better.
After that, I started singing to myself as _____52_____ as I could in my own room. That’s something I would never have done before.
On a recent school trip, I was asked to sing again. It was _____53_____ how much people liked my singing. One classmate _____54_____ said that I should be in the school’s talent show.
I am not a shy person any more. _____55_____ has made me more outgoing. Today, I’m almost a loudmouth. I can meet people without being afraid. I can also stand in front of the whole class and give a big speech. I am proud of myself.
41. A. common B. unfamiliar C. strict D. unusual
42. A. When B. Though C. As D. Unless
43. A. sit B. express C. smile D. breathe
44. A. take B. accept C. pick D. receive
45. A. decision B. opportunity C. consideration D. guidance
46. A. freedom B. confidence C. determination D. imagination
47. A. in favor of B. instead of C. because of D. in place of
48. A. upset B. calm C. kind D. straight
49. A. ruined B. recognized C. persuaded D. struck
50. A. class B. crowd C. family D. team
51. A. relaxed B. worried C. changed D. escaped
52. A. loudly B. clearly C. fluently D. frequently
53. A. shocking B. frightening C. amazing D. surprising
54. A. ever B. just C. still D. even
55. A. Communicating B. Singing C. Performing D. Exercising
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。
This summer I travelled from noisy Beijing to Wuzhen, a beautiful village in Zhejiang Province. Unfolded before me was _____56_____ unique image of this water country — the stone bridge and the water flowing, all like fairy tales to me.
However, what impressed me most was not the natural scenery, _____57_____ the scene of a grandma bathing a little baby in a wooden basin with the door open. My friends couldn’t resist _____58_____ (take) pictures of them. To my surprise, the grandma smiled and waved at us. All of a sudden, my heart was filled with _____59_____ (warm).
I shared the photos and my _____60_____ (forget) experience with my friends. They were _____61_____ (simple) moved as I was, but at the same time they reminded me _____62_____ the unpleasant experiences in big cities. We feel embarrassed to see people quarrelling in public because they _____63_____ (step) on accidentally by strangers.
According to a survey _____64_____ was made in November 2016: 45 percent of the residents don’t know the names of their neighbours ; 63 percent have never devoted themselves to talking to their neighbours; 67 percent think that the relationship between them and their neighbours is just so-so, or even bad.
Wouldn’t ______65______ be beautiful to say hello to our neighbours who just came back from work and give them a smile
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节 （满分15分）
66. 请你写一篇短文向校英文报“Sports and Health”栏目投稿，向同学们推荐一项适合课间开展的运动，内容包括：
1. 介绍这项运动；
2. 说明推荐理由。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答：
Stand Up and Exercise, Everybody!
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67. 阅读下面材料，割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。
“Surprise!” was the first thing I heard when I opened the door. My family and friends were all smiling at me. There were colorful balloons all over the house, a big poster saying "HAPPY BIRTHDAY'', and of course a cake with 12 candles. It was a wonderful feeling. I knew that I had finally turned twelve and I might possibly get the thing I wanted most.
I saw my mom and dad coming towards me with a small box which seemed to be a birthday present. When I opened the box, I couldn't believe my eyes. I had really gotten a mobile phone! Throwing myself into their arms, I let out a cry of joy, “Thank you! I love you guys!”
“You're welcome. We knew this was going to make you happy but we didn't only get you this because you turned twelve but also because you are doing well in school. We expect you to keep getting good grades."
“Of course I will." I said confidently.
As soon as I got to school the next morning, I was showing off my phone and asking everyone for their number. It was cool how I got so many contacts on the first day.
It felt like I didn't even exist in that class anymore. I wouldn't pay much attention to the teachers because I was too busy on my phone. However, I didn't get caught using it.
I am pretty sure that the teacher did notice that I stopped paying attention to her because a week later we took a test and I failed. What was worse, my mom had to sign the test.
It was hard to show my mom the test. She was used to seeing A's and B's on my tests. Finally, I showed it to her, and she couldn't believe it. She was angry but most of all, she was disappointed.
注意：
1.续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2,续写部分分为两段，每段的开头已给出。
Paragraph 1:
Realizing the reason for my failure, my parents started to dislike the fact that I had a phone.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
Then I started to wonder if I was wrong.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________内江二中高2026届2023-2024学年度下期半期考试
英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的Ａ、Ｂ、Ｃ和Ｄ四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Traditions are customs and beliefs that form a part of our culture. They are practiced to remind us of our history and are passed down from generation to generation. Some traditions are interesting and widespread, while others are quite strange and practiced only by a small group of people. Continue reading to dig more into some interesting traditions from around the world.
Smigus Dyngus in Poland
Also known as “Wet Monday”, Smigus Dyngus is a unique tradition practiced in Poland, where people throw water at each other. It is celebrated annually on Easter Monday. The traditional way to do it is for boys to throw water at girls, and it is believed that the girl who receives the most water has the greatest chance of getting married.
Hanging coffins (棺椁) in Sagada, the Philippines
There is an old tradition in Sagada where people hang their coffins in stone caves. It was carried out by the Igorot tribe (部落) of Mountain Province. The people there believe this custom prevents large animals from taking the dead bodies, and also purifies or blesses the departed soul.
The Polterabend custom in Germany
Family members and friends of future married couples meet at dinner, and break a lot of porcelain (瓷器). The couple is then asked to clean up the entire mess. This is supposedly to teach them the importance of unity and hard work, and bring good luck. Germans think this tradition is essential in making marriages last a lifetime.
Boryeong Mud Festival in the ROK
The Boryeong Mud Festival in the ROK is a fascinating and unique celebration that draws crowds from around the world. It is a major cultural event, attracting over a million visitors annually. People participate in various mud-related activities, including mud baths, mud wrestling and even a mud marathon. The festival features live music, food stalls, and wonderful street performances.
21. Why are the coffins hung in caves in Sagada
A. To pray for good luck.
B. To protect the dead bodies.
C. To ensure a future reunion.
D. To conserve more land resources.
22. Which tradition contributes to a lasting marriage
A. Smigus Dyngus.
B. Hanging coffins in Sagada.
C. The Polterabend custom.
D. Boryeong Mud Festival.
23. What can visitors do during the Boryeong Mud Festival
A. Throw water at girls.
B. Learn about Igorot culture.
C. Meet famous people.
D. Enjoy mud baths.
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了世界各地四种不同的有趣的传统风俗。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“There is an old tradition in Sagada where people hang their coffins in stone caves. It was carried out by the Igorot tribe (部落) of Mountain Province. The people there believe this custom prevents large animals from taking the dead bodies, and also purifies or blesses the departed soul.( 在菲律宾Sagada有一个古老的传统，人们将棺材悬挂在石洞里。这是由Mountain Province的Igorot部落执行的。当地人认为这种习俗可以防止大型动物吃掉死者，同时也能净化或祝福逝者的灵魂。)”可知，在菲律宾Sagada人们将棺材悬挂在石洞里是为了防止大型动物吃掉死者，也就是为了保护尸体。故选B。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章“The Polterabend custom in Germany”部分中的“Family members and friends of future married couples meet at dinner, and break a lot of porcelain (瓷器). The couple is then asked to clean up the entire mess. This is supposedly to teach them the importance of unity and hard work, and bring good luck. Germans think this tradition is essential in making marriages last a lifetime.(未来夫妻的家人和朋友在晚餐时相聚，打破大量瓷器。然后要求这对新人清理整个混乱局面。据说这是为了教导他们团结和努力工作的重要性，并带来好运。德国人认为这一传统对维持婚姻的终身至关重要。)”可知，德国的The Polterabend custom有助于维持持久的婚姻。故选C。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“The Boryeong Mud Festival in the ROK is a fascinating and unique celebration that draws crowds from around the world. It is a major cultural event, attracting over a million visitors annually. People participate in various mud-related activities, including mud baths, mud wrestling and even a mud marathon. The festival features live music, food stalls, and wonderful street performances.(韩国的保宁泥滩节是一个引人入胜且独特的庆祝活动，吸引了来自世界各地的游客。这是一个重要的文化活动，每年吸引超过一百万的游客。人们参与各种与泥有关的活动，包括泥浴、泥地摔跤甚至泥地马拉松。节日里还有现场音乐、食品摊位和精彩的街头表演。)”可知，在韩国保宁泥滩节上，游客可以参与各种与泥有关的活动，包括泥浴、泥地摔跤甚至泥地马拉松。故选D。
B
“Is there anything you want from Grandma’s flat ” My uncle, texting me, last week.
His mum had passed away. He’d begun the painful yet necessary task of sorting through her belongings. I required zero thinking time. Yes, I would like her aloe vera (芦荟) plant, please.
Here’s why. Sometime around 1975, Grandma received this plant as a gift. It came courtesy (礼仪) of the local butcher in recognition of her loyal custom. It could, I suppose, just as likely have been a calendar, or a fountain pen, or a box of biscuits. But it just happened to be a pot plant, which Grandma, who always had green fingers, appreciated and placed in her doorway. Five years later, my mum married the butcher’s son. And had me.
When my father’s mother died in 1993, Grandma revealed to me how this particular plant was different to the dozens of others she had in her home. This one had history. It was, she suggested, a living, blooming representation of the relationship that existed between the two sides of my family. As, indeed, was I.
Aloe vera is reasonably hardy, but, as I’ve learned, if you put it above a radiator, it dies. If you under-water it, it dies. If you over-water it, it dies. In short, with my awful agricultural skills, I’m better off with a plastic one. So, straight after I asked my uncle for this treasure, I put in place an insurance policy: the plant will go and live with Ann, my mother-in-law.
Ann, is a genius with a greenhouse. The plan is for Ann to keep hold of the original plant. In time, she can teach me how to care for its cuttings properly. Meantime, Ann will spread cuttings and clippings among her own family. My wife’s two sisters, for example, are both far better at tending plants than I am, so it is quite conceivable that they, too, will spread cuttings of the plant around their partners’ families; that this humble plant might yet spread across my entire extended family. What an amazing outcome!
24. Why did the butcher give my Grandma the aloe vera plant
A. To contribute to the marriage.
B. To observe a specific custom.
C. To show the butcher’s loyalty.
D. To appreciate her regular visits.
25. Which of the following can best describe grandma
A. She is a garden enthusiast. B. She is loyal to her friends.
C. She is a local shop keeper. D. She is ready to help others.
26. What can we learn about the author according to paragraph 5
A. He is skilled at agricultural planting.
B. He has a preference for plastic plants
C. He is confident in feeding the plant himself.
D. He is anxious to keep the plant alive.
27. What is the best title of the passage
A. An amazing outcome B. A family tree
C. A family history D. Green fingers
【答案】24. D 25. A 26. D 27. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要记叙了奶奶去世后，作者选择继续种奶奶留下的芦荟，因为它代表家人关系的延续和繁盛，后来作者努力把这种可爱的植物传播到整个大家庭。
【24题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Sometime around 1975, Grandma received this plant as a gift. It came courtesy (礼仪) of the local butcher in recognition of her loyal custom.(大约在1975年的某个时候，奶奶收到了这株植物作为礼物。这是当地屠夫的礼仪，以表彰她忠诚的光顾)”可知，屠夫给作者奶奶芦荟是为了感谢她常常光顾。故选D。
【25题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中“But it just happened to be a pot plant, which Grandma, who always had green fingers, appreciated and placed in her doorway. (但它恰好是一株盆栽植物，总是会园艺的奶奶很感激，把它放在了门口)”推知，作者的奶奶热爱园艺。故选A。
【26题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段中“In short, with my awful agricultural skills, I’m better off with a plastic one. So, straight after I asked my uncle for this treasure, I put in place an insurance policy: the plant will go and live with Ann, my mother-in-law.(简而言之，以我笨拙的技术，我还不如买个塑料的。所以，在我向叔叔要了这个宝藏之后，我就制定了一个保险政策：这棵植物将和我的Ann母安在一起)”推知，作者非常希望这株芦荟能活下去。故选D。
【27题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文，并根据第三段中“When my father’s mother died in 1993, Grandma revealed to me how this particular plant was different to the dozens of others she had in her home. This one had history. It was, she suggested, a living, blooming representation of the relationship that existed between the two sides of my family.(1993年，我的奶奶去世了，姥姥向我透露了这种特殊的植物与她家里其他几十种植物的不同之处。这是有历史的。她说，这是我家庭双方关系流淌不息，繁盛的代表)”可知，文章主要记叙了奶奶去世后，作者选择继续种奶奶留下的芦荟，因为它代表家人关系的延续和繁盛，后来作者努力把这种可爱的植物传播到整个大家庭。C项“A family history”可作为本文的标题。故选C。
C
Each food product in the United States must show a “best before” date on its container. The goal is to tell the buyer when the food will be at its freshest. Most people believe it is unsafe to use the food product after that date. But some observers say “best before” labels have nothing to do with safety. They worry that the information will lead consumers to throw away food good to eat.
Some food sellers in Britain recently removed “best before” labels from prepackaged fruit and vegetables. The European Union may soon announce changes to its labeling laws. It may even end the requirement to include a date.In the US, there is no similar effort. Some big food store owners and food companies are pushing for the US Congress to pass new laws on the subject.
Studies have found as much as 35% of available food goes uneaten in the United States.That adds up to a lot of wasted energy. It also means more greenhouse gases coming from landfills. 7% of US food waste comes from people’s misunderstanding of “best before” labels. That percentage is equal to about 3. 6 million tons each year.
Richard Lipsit owns a store called Grocery Outlet in Pleasanton, California. He said we can safely eat canned goods and many other packaged foods for years after their “best before”date. People should look for changes in color, thickness, or feel to learn if foods are all right to eat. “Our bodies are very well equipped to recognize the signs of decay,” Lipsit said. “We’ve lost trust in those senses and we’ve replaced it with trust in these dates.”
If new laws are approved in Congress, food could be donated to food rescue organizations even after its quality date has passed. Food rescue is making efforts to find uses for outdated food. Currently, at least 20 states ban the sale or donation of food after its quality date has passed.
28. What do most people think of the food out of “best before” date
A. It is a threat to their health. B. It is still fresh enough.
C. It should be donated to food rescue organizations. D. It should be sold at a lower price.
29. Why did the author mention what Britain and the European Union have done
A. To point out the mistake they have made. B. To show the necessity for US to take similar measures.
C. To stop US Congress from passing new laws. D. To praise their efforts on the subject.
30. What can be inferred from the third paragraph
A. There is an energy crisis in US nowadays.
B. Food industry is polluting the country.
C. The misunderstanding of “best before” labels is one cause of waste.
D. People know nothing about “best before” labels.
31. What does the underlined word “decay” refer to in paragraph 4
A. Food that has gone bad. B. Food that is out of date.
C. Food that is not expensive. D. Food that has a rare color.
【答案】28. A 29. B 30. C 31. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了大部分人认为过了最佳食用期限的食品会对健康构成威胁，这一观点是错误的。同时最佳食用期限导致了大量浪费，有些国家正在采取措施减少浪费。
【28题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“Most people believe it is unsafe to use the food product after that date. But some observers say “best before” labels have nothing to do with safety.(大多数人认为超过该日期食用食品是不安全的。但一些观察人士表示，“最佳食用期限”的标签与安全无关)”可知，大部分人认为过了最佳食用期限的食品会对健康构成威胁。故选A。
【29题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Some food sellers in Britain recently removed “best before” labels from prepackaged fruit and vegetables. The European Union may soon announce changes to its labeling laws. It may even end the requirement to include a date.In the US, there is no similar effort. Some big food store owners and food companies are pushing for the US Congress to pass new laws on the subject.(英国的一些食品销售商最近从预先包装的水果和蔬菜上去掉了“此之前最佳食用”的标签。欧盟可能很快就会宣布对其标签法的修改。它甚至可能终止包含日期的要求。在美国，没有类似的举措。一些大型食品店主和食品公司正在推动美国国会就这一问题通过新的法律)”可推知，作者引用其他地方的做法是在说明美国采取类似措施的必要性。故选B。
【30题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“Studies have found as much as 35% of available food goes uneaten in the United States. That adds up to a lot of wasted energy. It also means more greenhouse gases coming from landfills. 7% of US food waste comes from people’s misunderstanding of “best before” labels. That percentage is equal to about 3.6 million tons each year.(研究发现，在美国，多达35%的可用食物没有被吃掉。这就造成了大量的能源浪费。这也意味着更多的温室气体来自垃圾填埋场。美国7%的食物浪费来自于人们对“最佳食用前”标签的误解。这个比例相当于每年约360万吨)”可推知，对最佳食品期限标签的误解是造成食品浪费的原因之一。故选C。
【31题详解】
词义猜测题。根据倒数第二段第三句“People should look for changes in color, thickness, or feel to learn if foods are all right to eat.(人们应该通过观察食物颜色、厚度或口感的变化来判断食物是否适合食用)”以及划线词后文“We’ve lost trust in those senses and we’ve replaced it with trust in these dates.(我们已经失去了对这些感官的信任，取而代之的是对这些日期的信任)”可知，人们应该通过食物的颜色、厚度或对食物的感觉来了解食物是否可以食用，再根据Lips it说的话可知，我们的身体能够很好地识别一些迹象，我们已经失去对那些感觉的信任，取而代之的是对这些食用期限的信任。由此推断，人们是根据最佳食用期限来判断食物能不能吃， 食物是不是坏了，故decay“腐烂”指那些已经坏了的食物。故选A。
D
The giant panda’s special black-and-white fur makes it one of the most recognizable animals on the planet. But why does it have this unique coloring To hide from natural enemies, both in the snow and in the shadows, study lead author Tim Caro, a professor in the UC (University of California) Davis Department of Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology, said in a new statement. Moreover, the large black circles around a panda’s eyes may help other pandas recognize it, the researchers said.
Understanding why the giant panda has such noticeable color has been a long-term problem to solve. To find out the answer, Caro and his colleagues looked at photos of pandas and 195 other carnivore (食肉动物) species, including 39 subspecies of bears. Then, they recorded the coloring on each area of those animals’ bodies, and compared them with areas of the panda’s body. “Compared with the previous studies, the breakthrough in this study was treating each part of the body as an independent area,” Caro said.
The research team tried to figure out the purpose of the dark-colored furry areas. After going through many comparisons, the researchers determined that the white parts of the giant panda help it hide in the snow. In contrast, its black arms and legs help it hide in the shadows, they said. The panda’s white-and-black coloring didn’t appear to be related to temperature regulation. Nor did they find evidence that the dark circles around a panda’s eyes helped to make them look cuter.
“This really was a great effort by our team, finding and scoring thousands of images and scoring more than 10 areas per picture from over 20 possible colors,” study co-author Ted Stankowich, an assistant professor of biology at California State University, Long Beach, said in the statement. “Sometimes it takes hundreds of hours of hard work to answer the simplest question: Why is the panda black and white ”
32. Why did Caro study the photos of pandas and 195 other carnivore species
A. To record the number of photos.
B. To research more carnivore species.
C. To figure out the reason behind pandas’ special color.
D. To compare the difference between pandas and other carnivore species.
33. What study method did the researchers use to draw the conclusion
A Doing experiments. B. Making comparisons.
C. Scoring pandas’ behavior in nature. D. Observing pandas in the wild.
34. What can we learn about pandas’ unique coloring
A. The white and black parts help pandas to hide.
B. The function of the dark-colored areas is unknown.
C The white-and-black coloring will change with temperature.
D. The dark circles around pandas’ eyes help make them look cuter.
35. What can be inferred from Ted Stankowich’s words
A. The study is a great success.
B. Hundreds of hours of hard work is not worthwhile.
C. It needs efforts to find the truth behind simple questions.
D. Simple issues shouldn’t take scientists so much time to study.
【答案】32. C 33. B 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了加州大学戴维斯分校的研究人员针对大熊猫为什么有特殊黑白毛色进行了一项研究，研究发现有这种毛色是为了在雪中和阴影中躲避天敌。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Understanding why the giant panda has such noticeable color has been a long-term problem to solve. To find out the answer, Caro and his colleagues looked at photos of pandas and 195 other carnivore (食肉动物) species, including 39 subspecies of bears.(了解大熊猫为什么有如此明显的颜色一直是一个长期需要解决的问题。为了找到答案，卡罗和他的同事们研究了大熊猫和其他195种食肉动物的照片，其中包括39种熊的亚种)”可知，卡罗要研究大熊猫和其他195种食肉动物的照片是为了找出熊猫特殊颜色背后的原因。故选C项。
【33题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“To find out the answer, Caro and his colleagues looked at photos of pandas and 195 other carnivore (食肉动物) species, including 39 subspecies of bears. Then, they recorded the coloring on each area of those animals’ bodies, and compared them with areas of the panda’s body. “Compared with the previous studies, the breakthrough in this study was treating each part of the body as an independent area,” Caro said.(为了找到答案，卡罗和他的同事们研究了大熊猫和其他195种食肉动物的照片，其中包括39种熊的亚种。然后，他们记录下这些动物身体每个区域的颜色，并将它们与熊猫身体的区域进行比较。卡罗说：“与以前的研究相比，这项研究的突破是将身体的每个部位视为一个独立的区域。”)”可知，研究人员用做比较的方法得出结论。故选B项。
【34题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“The research team tried to figure out the purpose of the dark-colored furry areas. After going through many comparisons, the researchers determined that the white parts of the giant panda help it hide in the snow. In contrast, its black arms and legs help it hide in the shadows, they said.(研究小组试图弄清楚这些深色毛茸茸的区域的目的。经过多次比较，研究人员确定大熊猫的白色部分有助于它隐藏在雪中。他们说，相比之下，它黑色的手臂和腿帮助它隐藏在阴影中)”可知，关于熊猫独特的颜色我们能了解到白色和黑色的部分帮助熊猫隐藏。故选A项。
【35题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段中Ted Stankowich的话“Sometimes it takes hundreds of hours of hard work to answer the simplest question: Why is the panda black and white (有时候，需要数百个小时的努力工作才能回答一个最简单的问题：为什么熊猫是黑白的？)”可推测出，要弄清楚简单问题背后的原因需要花费努力。故选C项。
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How To Deal With A Bully
Bullying is when someone misuses his authority( 权威) or power inside a relationship.____36____This behavior can cause physical and emotional harm on others and often leaves the victim feeling helpless.
It is never easy to deal with all the unwanted bullying even when you have done nothing wrong.____37____Here are some helpful ways to deal with a bully when you get bullied.
Ask Them To Stop
____38____Sometimes when we do not speak up for ourselves, the bullies continue with their behavior thinking of us as easy targets. Telling them to stop in a firm and confident voice can make them reconsider their actions. This will work only if they have not yet established a pattern of bullying you. It is important to keep in mind that you are trying to de-escalate(弱化) the situation.
____39____
Bullies usually hunt for people who are alone or have isolated themselves from their surroundings. If you are with your friends, or if you are in the company of someone, it is least likely that the bully will disturb you. We are not asking you to make a huge circle of friends, but sometimes all it takes is one loyal friend who will stay by you no matter what.
Ignore Them
Another effective measure to ignore a bully is by ignoring them. They think of it as a game, and when they get an emotional response from you, it satisfies their ego. ____40____So if they get nothing, they will stop bothering you because they will know you are not an easy one to attack.
A. Be Accompanied
B. Make More Friends
C. Asking the bully to stop is sometimes an effective measure to deal with them.
D. It can be outside of a relationship too as this behavior knows no bounds.
E. Such bullies will go around spreading rumors and false news.
F. However, doing nothing in return will only result in more intense bullying.
G. When you do not react to what they say or do no matter how hurtful it may be for you, they start to lose interest in you.
【答案】36. D 37. F 38. C 39. A 40. G
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要给遭受霸凌的人提出了一些建议。
【36题详解】
根据空前内容“Bullying is when someone misuses his authority( 权威) or power inside a relationship.(霸凌是指某人在一段关系中滥用权威或权力。)”可知，本段主要介绍了何为霸凌。选项D“It can be outside of a relationship too as this behavior knows no bounds.(它也可以在关系之外，因为这种行为没有界限。)”延续上文内容，上文指的是霸凌有可能发生在一段关系内，而选项D则补充说明该行为也有可能发生在关系之外，符合本段内容。故选D。
【37题详解】
根据空前内容“It is never easy to deal with all the unwanted bullying even when you have done nothing wrong(即使你没有做错任何事，也不容易处理所有不必要的欺凌。)”可知，处理欺凌并非易事。而空后内容“Here are some helpful ways to deal with a bully when you get bullied.(当你被欺负时，这里有一些有用的方法来对付欺负你的人。)”可推断，空处指的仍然是应付欺凌不容易。选项F“However, doing nothing in return will only result in more intense bullying.(然而，不做任何回应只会遭来更强烈的欺凌。)”与上文内容一致，同时引出下文内容。故选F。
【38题详解】
根据本段小标题“Ask Them To Stop”可知，本段主要建议遭受欺凌的人要勇于让欺凌者停止。根据空后内容“Sometimes when we do not speak up for ourselves, the bullies continue with their behavior thinking of us as easy targets. Telling them to stop in a firm and confident voice can make them reconsider their actions.(有时候，当我们不为自己说话时，恶霸继续他们的行为，认为我们是容易攻击的目标。用坚定而自信的声音告诉他们停下来，可以让他们重新考虑自己的行为。)”可推断，空处指的是遭受欺凌时，要让对方停下来。选项C“Asking the bully to stop is sometimes an effective measure to deal with them(要求霸凌者停下来有时是对付他们的有效措施。)”与下文内容一致，都是建议遭受欺凌的人要求霸凌者停止这种行为。故选C。
【39题详解】
空处为小标题，为本段主要内容。根据下文内容“Bullies usually hunt for people who are alone or have isolated themselves from their surroundings. If you are with your friends, or if you are in the company of someone, it is least likely that the bully will disturb you. We are not asking you to make a huge circle of friends, but sometimes all it takes is one loyal friend who will stay by you no matter what.(霸凌者通常会寻找那些孤独或与周围环境隔绝的人。如果你和你的朋友在一起，或者你和别人在一起，恶霸最不可能打扰你。我们并不是要求你拥有一个庞大的朋友圈，但有时候你所需要的只是一个无论如何都会陪伴在你身边的忠实朋友。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是在平时的生活中，要结交会陪伴在身边的朋友。选项A“Be Accompanied(有人陪伴)”与下文内容一致。故选A。
【40题详解】
根据空前内容“Another effective measure to ignore a bully is by ignoring them. They think of it as a game, and when they get an emotional response from you, it satisfies their ego.(另一种无视欺凌者的有效措施是无视他们。他们认为这是一场游戏，当他们从你那里得到情感回应时，这就满足了他们的自我。)”可知，作者认为如果霸凌者从你那儿得到情感回应，就会满足他们的自我，会继续欺凌你。而空后内容“So if they get nothing, they will stop bothering you because they will know you are not an easy one to attack.(所以如果他们一无所获，他们就会停止打扰你，因为他们知道你不是一个容易攻击的人。)”可推断，空处建议遭受欺凌者不要理会霸凌者。选项G“When you do not react to what they say or do no matter how hurtful it may be for you, they start to lose interest in you.(不管他们的言行对你有多伤人，当你对他们的言行没有反应时，他们就会开始对你失去兴趣。)”符合上下文内容，指的都是面对霸凌者，遭受欺凌的人可以采取不理会他们的态度，从而使他们不感兴趣，不再欺凌。故选G。
第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题１分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项.
I used to be the shyest person in the world. I hid behind my older sister, whenever I had to speak to a (n) ____41____ person-including the McDonald’s cashier, or even a distant relative.
____42____ asked to speak in class, I could hardly ____43____, much less speak. Even among the few friends I had, my high, timid (羞怯的) voice earned me jokes-about being a girl.
Then in the seventh grade, my sister suggested I ____44____ voice lessons. After a little bit of ____45____, I did-as long as it stayed a secret. I began a series of vocal (发声的) exercising. After exercising a lot, I finally gained ____46____ in my voice.
A few months later, I was asked to sing for some retired people. I thought I would do better than before ____47____ the voice lessons. I opened my mouth and -nothing. I couldn’t remember the words of the song! My face turned hot. The ____48____ pianist whispered a prompt (提示), and I remembered just enough to keep singing.
Then the thought ____49____ me: I’ve embarrassed (尴尬) myself enough in front of this _____50_____. There’s really nothing else to lose. So in my second song, I just _____51_____ and felt the energy of the song lift me. And I did much better.
After that, I started singing to myself as _____52_____ as I could in my own room. That’s something I would never have done before.
On a recent school trip, I was asked to sing again. It was _____53_____ how much people liked my singing. One classmate _____54_____ said that I should be in the school’s talent show.
I am not a shy person any more. _____55_____ has made me more outgoing. Today, I’m almost a loudmouth. I can meet people without being afraid. I can also stand in front of the whole class and give a big speech. I am proud of myself.
41. A. common B. unfamiliar C. strict D. unusual
42. A. When B. Though C. As D. Unless
43. A. sit B. express C. smile D. breathe
44. A. take B. accept C. pick D. receive
45. A. decision B. opportunity C. consideration D. guidance
46. A. freedom B. confidence C. determination D. imagination
47. A. in favor of B. instead of C. because of D. in place of
48. A. upset B. calm C. kind D. straight
49. A. ruined B. recognized C. persuaded D. struck
50. A. class B. crowd C. family D. team
51. A. relaxed B. worried C. changed D. escaped
52. A. loudly B. clearly C. fluently D. frequently
53. A. shocking B. frightening C. amazing D. surprising
54. A. ever B. just C. still D. even
55. A. Communicating B. Singing C. Performing D. Exercising
【答案】41. B 42. A 43. D 44. A 45. C 46. B 47. C 48. C 49. D 50. B 51. A 52. A 53. C 54. D 55. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者原来非常害羞，在同学面前说话很胆怯，后来钢琴师的鼓励让她由胆怯懦弱到自信。
【41题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我曾经是世界上最害羞的人。每当我不得不和一个不熟悉的人说话时——包括麦当劳的收银员，甚至是远房亲戚——我就躲在姐姐身后。A. common普通的；B. unfamiliar不熟悉的；C. strict严格的；D. unusual不寻常的。根据下文“including the McDonald’s cashier, or even a distant relative.”可知，此处指不熟悉的人。故选B。
【42题详解】
考查连接词词义辨析。句意：当被要求在班里说话的时候，我几乎不能呼吸，更不用说话了。A. When当……的时候；B. Though尽管；C. As当……的时候（表示前后动作同时进行）；D. Unless除非。根据上文“I used to be the shyest person in the world.”可知，这里指当作者被要求在班里说话的时候。故选A。
【43题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当被要求在班里说话的时候，我几乎不能呼吸，更不用说话了。A. sit坐；B. express表达；C. smile微笑；D. breathe呼吸。根据上文“I used to be the shyest person in the world.”可知，作者以前是世界上最害羞的人，所以当作者在班里说话时害羞而紧张，感觉几乎不能呼吸，不能说话。故选D。
【44题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：到了七年级，姐姐建议我去上声乐课。A. take学习；B. accept接受；C. pick捡起；D. receive接收。根据下文“voice lessons.”可知，此处指上声乐课。take classes上课。故选A。
【45题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：经过一番考虑，我答应了——只要这是一个秘密。A. decision决定；B. opportunity机会；C. consideration考虑；D. imagination想象。根据上文“Then in the seventh grade, my sister suggested I 4 voice lessons.”可知，姐姐建议作者上声乐课，所以此处指经过一番考虑，作者答应了。故选C。
【46题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：经过大量的锻炼，我终于对自己的声音有了信心。A. freedom自由；B. confidence信心；C. determination决心；D. imagination想象力。根据下文“I thought I would do better than before 7 the voice lessons.”可知，作者认为在上完声乐课经过练习之后能做得比以前好，说明有自信了。故选B。
【47题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意：因为上了声乐课，我以为我会比以前做得更好。A. in favor of赞成；B. instead of而不是；C. because of因为；D. in place of代替。根据上文“I thought I would do better than before”可知，作者认为能做得比以前好，是因为上了声乐课，前后是因果关系。故选C。
【48题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：善良的钢琴师低声提示了一下，我记得刚好够继续唱下去。A. upset心烦意乱的；B. calm冷静的；C. kind善良的；D. straight直的。根据上文“I opened my mouth and -nothing. I couldn’t remember the words of the song!”及下文“whispered a prompt (提示), and I remembered just enough to keep singing.”可知，作者不记得歌词了，所以那位的钢琴家低声提示了作者，因此他是一个善良的钢琴师。故选C。
【49题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：然后我突然想到：在人群面前我已经足够尴尬了。A. ruined毁坏；B. recognized认可；C. persuaded说服；D. struck突然想到。根据下文“I’ve embarrassed (尴尬) myself enough in front of this ____10____.”可知，作者让自己已经很尴尬了，这是作者的想法，这是作者突然想到的。故选D。
【50题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：然后我突然想到：在人群面前我已经足够尴尬了。A. class班级；B. crowd人群；C. family家庭；D. team团队。根据上文“A few months later, I was asked to sing for some retired people.”可知，此处指在人群面前表演。故选B。
【51题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：所以在我的第二首歌里，我放松下来，感觉这首歌的能量鼓舞着我。A. relaxed放松；B. worried担心；C. changed改变；D. escaped逃脱。根据上文“There’s really nothing else to lose.”可知，作者真的没什么可失去的了，所以放松下来。故选A。
【52题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：从那以后，我开始在自己的房间里尽可能大声地对自己唱歌。A. loudly大声地；B. clearly清楚地；C. fluently流利地；D. frequently经常地。根据上文“Even among the few friends I had, my high, timid (羞怯的) voice earned me jokes about being a girl.”及下文“That’s something I would never have done before.”可知，此处与上文的timid voice (羞怯的嗓音)形成对比，指大声地对自己唱歌。故选A。
【53题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：人们如此喜欢我的歌声，真是令人惊喜。A. shocking令人震惊的；B. frightening令人恐惧的；C. amazing令人惊喜的；D. surprising令人吃惊的。根据下文“how much people liked my singing.”可知，很多人喜欢作者唱歌，这是令人惊喜的事情。故选C。
【54题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：一个同学甚至说我应该参加学校的才艺展示。A. ever永远；B. just只是；C. still仍然；D. even甚至。根据上文“It was 13 how much people liked my singing.”可知，人们如此喜欢作者的歌声，有个同学甚至说作者应该参加学校的才艺展示。故选D。
【55题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：唱歌使我更外向。A. Communicating沟通；B. Singing唱歌；C. Performing表演；D. Exercising锻炼。根据上文“It was 13 how much people liked my singing.”可知，上文一直说的是唱歌，所以sing符合语境。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。
This summer I travelled from noisy Beijing to Wuzhen, a beautiful village in Zhejiang Province. Unfolded before me was _____56_____ unique image of this water country — the stone bridge and the water flowing, all like fairy tales to me.
However, what impressed me most was not the natural scenery, _____57_____ the scene of a grandma bathing a little baby in a wooden basin with the door open. My friends couldn’t resist _____58_____ (take) pictures of them. To my surprise, the grandma smiled and waved at us. All of a sudden, my heart was filled with _____59_____ (warm).
I shared the photos and my _____60_____ (forget) experience with my friends. They were _____61_____ (simple) moved as I was, but at the same time they reminded me _____62_____ the unpleasant experiences in big cities. We feel embarrassed to see people quarrelling in public because they _____63_____ (step) on accidentally by strangers.
According to a survey _____64_____ was made in November 2016: 45 percent of the residents don’t know the names of their neighbours ; 63 percent have never devoted themselves to talking to their neighbours; 67 percent think that the relationship between them and their neighbours is just so-so, or even bad.
Wouldn’t ______65______ be beautiful to say hello to our neighbours who just came back from work and give them a smile
【答案】56. a 57. but
58. taking 59. warmth
60. unforgettable
61. simply 62. of
63. are stepped
64. which##that
65. it
【解析】
【导语】本文是议论文。作者通过自己去乌镇旅游的亲身经历说明，如果人与人之间多一些交流，多一些善意的理解，这个世界会变得更美好。
【56题详解】
考查冠词。句意：展现在我面前的是这个水乡的独特形象——小桥流水，在我看来都像童话。image为泛指，且unique是发音以辅音音素开头的单词。故填a。
【57题详解】
考查固定句型。句意：然而，给我印象最深的不是自然风光，而是一位老奶奶在木盆里给小婴儿洗澡的场景，门是开着的。句型not…but…表示“不是……而是……”。故填but。
【58题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：我的朋友们忍不住给他们拍了照片。短语resist doing sth.表示“忍不住做某事”。故填taking。
【59题详解】
考查名词。句意：突然，我的心充满了温暖。作介词的宾语，应用名词warmth。故填warmth。
【60题详解】
考查形容词。句意：我和我的朋友们分享了这些照片和我难忘的经历。修饰名词，表示“难忘的”应用形容词unforgettable。故填unforgettable。
【61题详解】
考查副词。句意：他们只是像我一样被感动了，但同时他们也让我想起了在大城市里不愉快的经历。修饰形容词moved应用副词simply，故填simply。
【62题详解】
考查介词。句意：他们只是像我一样被感动了，但同时他们也让我想起了在大城市里不愉快的经历。短语remind sb. of sth.表示“使某人想起”。故填of。
【63题详解】
考查时态语态。句意：看到人们在公共场合吵架，因为被陌生人不小心踩到，我们感到很尴尬。主语与谓语构成被动关系，根据上文feel可知为一般现在时的被动语态，主语为they，谓语用复数。故填are stepped。
【64题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：根据2016年11月的一项调查：45%的居民不知道邻居的名字；63%的人从未花时间与邻居交谈；67%的人认为他们和邻居的关系一般，甚至很差。定语从句修饰先行词survey，在从句作主语，指物，故填which/that。
【65题详解】
考查it用法。句意：跟刚下班回来的邻居打个招呼，给他们一个微笑，不是很好吗？此处为句型it be adj. to do sth.，it作形式主语。故填it。
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节 （满分15分）
66. 请你写一篇短文向校英文报“Sports and Health”栏目投稿，向同学们推荐一项适合课间开展运动，内容包括：
1. 介绍这项运动；
2. 说明推荐理由。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答：
Stand Up and Exercise Everybody!
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【答案】
Stand Up and Exercise, Everybody!
Everybody! Are you tired of sitting in class all day How about incorporating some physical activity into your daily routine One great option is the “Stand Up and Stretch” exercise. This simple routine involves standing up from your desk, stretching your arms, legs and back, and taking a few deep breaths. It’s a quick and easy way to get your blood flowing and re-energize your body and mind. This exercise is recommended for several reasons.
First, it helps to combat the negative effects of prolonged sitting, such as back pain and stiffness. Second, it can improve your focus and concentration, making it easier to stay engaged in class. Lastly, it promotes a healthy and active lifestyle, which is essential for overall well-being.
So, next time you feel a bit sluggish during class, remember to stand up and stretch! It’s a small change that can make a big difference in your day.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文，要求考生写一篇短文向校英文报“Sports and Health”栏目投稿，向同学们推荐一项适合课间开展的运动。
【详解】1.词汇积累
厌倦：be tired of→be fed up with
首先：first→above all
减轻：combat→relieve
提高：improve→enhance
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：This simple routine involves standing up from your desk, stretching your arms, legs and back, and taking a few deep breaths.
拓展句：This is a simple routine that involves standing up from your desk, stretching your arms, legs and back, and taking a few deep breaths.
【点睛】[高分句型1] Lastly, it promotes a healthy and active lifestyle, which is essential for overall well-being. (运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2] This simple routine involves standing up from your desk, stretching your arms, legs and back, and taking a few deep breaths. (运用了动名词作宾语)
[高分句型2] It’s a small change that can make a big difference in your day. (运用了that引导的定语从句)
67. 阅读下面材料，割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。
“Surprise!” was the first thing I heard when I opened the door. My family and friends were all smiling at me. There were colorful balloons all over the house, a big poster saying "HAPPY BIRTHDAY'', and of course a cake with 12 candles. It was a wonderful feeling. I knew that I had finally turned twelve and I might possibly get the thing I wanted most.
I saw my mom and dad coming towards me with a small box which seemed to be a birthday present. When I opened the box, I couldn't believe my eyes. I had really gotten a mobile phone! Throwing myself into their arms, I let out a cry of joy, “Thank you! I love you guys!”
“You're welcome. We knew this was going to make you happy but we didn't only get you this because you turned twelve, but also because you are doing well in school. We expect you to keep getting good grades."
“Of course I will." I said confidently.
As soon as I got to school the next morning, I was showing off my phone and asking everyone for their number. It was cool how I got so many contacts on the first day.
It felt like I didn't even exist in that class anymore. I wouldn't pay much attention to the teachers because I was too busy on my phone. However, I didn't get caught using it.
I am pretty sure that the teacher did notice that I stopped paying attention to her because a week later we took a test and I failed. What was worse, my mom had to sign the test.
It was hard to show my mom the test. She was used to seeing A's and B's on my tests. Finally, I showed it to her, and she couldn't believe it. She was angry but most of all, she was disappointed.
注意：
1.续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2,续写部分分为两段，每段的开头已给出。
Paragraph 1:
Realizing the reason for my failure, my parents started to dislike the fact that I had a phone.
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Paragraph 2:
Then I started to wonder if I was wrong.
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【答案】
Realizing the reason for my failure, my parents started to dislike the fact that I had a phone. They said they had noticed that I never paid attention to them. It was like I had my own little world. So they thought we didn't communicate as much with my phone. They regretted having given me a phone, which made me ignore the family and study.
Then I started to wonder if I was wrong. A week later I tried going a whole day without a phone and it didn’t go that badly. I had so much fun because I was actually spending time with my family and paying attention to them. From that day, I had a different opinion towards phones. Phones really take you away from the rest of the world. I' m not saying that phones are bad and not to use them, but you do have to spare some time to spend with your family and not get stuck with your phone all day.
【解析】
【分析】本文讲述了作者生日时，因为他已经12岁，并且在学校表现非常出色，父母给他一部手机作为生日礼物，作者非常的开心。他在学校炫耀手机，记下同学们的电话号码并且在课上也只关注手机，背着老师玩手机，无心听课学习。考试了，成绩一塌糊涂，他拿着成绩单让妈妈签字，妈妈既生气又失望。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“意识到我失败的原因，我的父母开始不想要我有手机。”可知，第一段可描写作者的父母发现作者有手机之后的一些变化和感受。
②由第二段首句内容“我开始怀疑是不是我错了。”可知，第二段可描写作者反思自己的行为后，开始放下手机，做出改变。
2.续写线索：父母抱怨——我的反思——放下手机——关注交流——改变态度
3.词汇激活
行为类
①. 关注：pay attention to/focus on sth./be concerned about
②. 交流：communicate with sb./chat with sb./exchange ideas with
③. 改变：change one's mind/have a different opinion towards
情绪类
①. 抱怨：complain/say sth. angrily/make a complaint
②. 抱歉：feel sorry/regret/feel apologetic
【点睛】[高分句型1]. They said they had noticed that I never paid attention to them. （省略that的宾语从句）
[高分句型2]. They regretted having given me a phone, which made me ignore the family and study.（关系代词which引导的非限制性定语从句）
[高分句型3]. I had so much fun because I was actually spending time with my family and paying attention to them.（because引导的原因状语从句）
