莆田一中2023-2024学年度下学期期中考试试卷
高一英语
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(共11小题;每小题2.5分，满分27.5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
What is a GPA
A GPA, or Grade Point Average, typically ranging from one to four, is a number reflecting your course performance on average. It’s used by universities to determine whether students meet academic standards and by students to enhance job prospects or secure admission into post-graduate programs.
How to calculate a GPA
● Determine the letter grade and the number of credit hours for each course you take in a term;
● Translate the letter grade to grade points using your school’s grading system;
● Multiply the grade points by the credit hours for that course;
● Add up all the credit hours for the courses;
● Divide the total number of grade points by the total credit hours and you get the GPA.
What are the consequences of failing college courses
● Every failing grade (F) significantly impacts your GPA for that academic year, limiting clubs, organizations and program choices, as competitive programs require top GPAs.
● Most financial aid programs require a specific GPA. A sharp drop in GPA due to several course failures may lead to withdrawal from financial aid programs, unless you retake the courses and pass.
● For college athletes on sports scholarships, failing courses repeatedly can lead to losing scholarships and team spots.
● Failing multiple courses can result in school removal and affect future applications.
21. Where is this text probably taken from
A. A campus job fair poster. B. An academic course guide.
C. A graduate application form. D. An athletic team schedule.
22. What is Jane Smith’s GPA this term
A. 1.0. B. 2.8. C. 3.0. D. 3.3.
23. What would be a result if you get one F in college
A. Choice limitation. B. School removal.
C. Loss of financial aid. D. Disqualification in sports.
B
Courage is a huge theme in my life, a quality I constantly seek, appreciate, and analyze. The root of “courage” is “cor,” the Latin word for heart. In the beginning, courage meant “to speak one’s mind by telling all one’s heart.” While courage is often associated with heroism nowadays, I believe true courage lies in being open and honest about who we are and how we feel.
I recently witnessed an example of true courage. During a mountain-climbing trip with my 15-year-old daughter and some college students, I noticed her struggling to keep up with the group. Despite my suggestions to rest, she persisted until she couldn’t breathe properly.
Panicked, I called out to the front for help, but there was no response, and we had no cellphone signal. Fortunately, two students just came back to check out on us. They offered assistance and calmed us down. As we continued at a slower pace, they shared their own experiences, from starting out as beginners like my daughter to becoming consistently among the first to reach the peak.
“You know,” one of them said, looking at my daughter, “I was just like you when I started.
But with practice and proper pace, you’ll get there too.”
“Yeah, don’t let your lack of experience stop you,” the other added. “It’s okay to admit when you’re struggling or not feeling alright. In fact, it’s important to speak up and ask for help when you need it. That’s how we improve and grow.”
Reaching the mountain top was a huge relief for both my daughter and me. However, the two students addressed the celebrating group directly, emphasizing the importance of staying together in tough environments. Their words led the group to apologize to us for overlooking our struggle.
I was totally amazed at their bravery, and my daughter learned that it’s okay to be the least experienced in a group. Courage, I’ve come to realize, has a ripple effect. Each time we choose courage, we inspire those around us to be a little braver and make the world a little better.
24. Why does the author mention the original meaning of courage
A. To question the common belief of courage.
B. To argue for the true nature of courage.
C. To show the changing meaning of courage.
D. To compare different interpretations of courage.
25. What did the two students suggest the daughter do
A. Keep to a suitable pace. B. Seek help whenever possible.
C. Challenge her own limits. D. Stick with experienced climbers.
26. Which action in the mountain-climbing story is an example of true courage
A. The mother asked the girl to rest.
B. The girl tried hard not to fall behind.
C. The two students pointed out the group’s fault.
D. The group celebrated the reach of the mountain top.
27. What does the author intend to tell us
A. Kindness connects us all. B. Being a beginner takes courage.
C. We don’t have to be a hero to be brave. D. With courage, everyone can be perfect.
C
My father started learning French at 57, drawn by the potential benefits of bilingualism (双语能力) in delaying dementia (失智症). Now, 20 years later, he’s on his third teacher. Many people like my father have attempted to pick up a new language. But can this really boost brain health
According to experts, regularly using a new language brings cognitive (认知的) benefits. If you’re trying to recall the right words in another language, your brain is forced to inhibit your mother tongue. This process, called cognitive inhibition, helps improve your brain function. Repeating this process makes your brain more resistant to diseases like dementia. The more you challenge your brain, the better it functions, even if your brain health starts to decline.
However, evidence for the benefits of learning a second language in your 60s is weaker. Research by Dr. Leo Antoniou found that older Italians who took English lessons for four months didn’t see any difference in their cognition scores, but people who didn’t saw their scores decline. Prof. Diana Smith’s 2023 studies found similar results.
Researchers offered a few potential explanations for their disappointing results. One is that the participants were highly motivated volunteers, probably of high cognitive level for their age, making it hard to see any improvements. “When choosing participants, we have to be careful, are they really representative of the population ” said Dr. Judith Ware. Another is that the language interventions were perhaps too short. These studies have used language lessons that “were very different in their length and frequency,” said Prof. Laura Grossman.
To Dr. Antoniou, the limited findings are not entirely surprising. No one would say that learning a new language for six months would be the same as having used two languages for your entire life. But he does think that language lessons can provide cognitive benefits by being cognitively stimulating.
Perhaps more important, Prof. Grossman said, learning another language offers other potential advantages, like traveling or connecting with new communities. My father, for example, has remained pen friends with his first teacher and traveled to France numerous times.
And at 76, he’s as sharp as ever.
28. What happens in the process of “cognitive inhibition”
A. Memory improves. B. Brain health worsens.
C. Dementia is cured. D. Native language is held back.
29. Which is a possible explanation for the disappointing research results
A. The poor choice of research participants.
B. The great length of the language course.
C. The intervention of the first language.
D. The age difference of the research subjects.
30. Whose opinion does the author support by mentioning his father’s experience
A. Leo Antoniou’s. B. Diana Smith’s.
C. Laura Grossman’s. D. Judith Ware’s.
31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. Is it never too late to learn a new language
B. Can learning a new language delay dementia
C. Why does my father start learning a new language
D. How does learning a new language benefit aging brain
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。
As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks. ____32____ This lies at the heart of “experiential appreciation,” a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you. It’s about learning from real-life experiences, and discovering a more profound and engaging way to learn.
To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects. They will provide a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful. So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event. ____33____
As you dive deeper, immerse (沉浸) yourself fully in the surroundings and activities. When you’re in nature, don’t just look around. ____34____ Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.
____35____ After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel. Write in a journal or discuss it with friends. This self-discovery turns experiences into life lessons and offers a deeper understanding of the world.
Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured. ____36____ So, explore the world around you, let every experience shape you, and discover the endless possibilities that await. This is the core of true learning, where every moment is a step towards a richer, more enlightened life.
A. It extends learning beyond textbooks.
B. These activities bring learning to life.
C. Mind the impact of your actions on the environment.
D. Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.
E. Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.
F. Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles.
G. Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，满分 0分)
第一节 完形填空(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。
One day, I had a serious quarrel with my father. I felt he was always trying to ____37____ me and I wanted to break free. After we exploded in____38____, I stormed out of the house and went back to school.
All that day, my mind was racing with ____39____ thoughts. After all, he hadn’t even finished high school, but here I was a mighty college student! How dare he try to ____40____ me on my life and plans
Suddenly, I realized that I didn’t do the assignment that was ____41____: a thought card. Dr. Simon always ____42____ us to think deeply by raising all kinds of questions about social issues, political issues, personal issues etc. ____43____for something to write, I could only think of the ____44____ I’d just had with my dad.
“I am the son of an idiot (笨蛋) !” I wrote and then ____45____.
The next day, Dr. Simon gave back our cards. On the card, he wrote, “What does ‘the son of an idiot’ _____46_____ with the rest of his life ” His question got right to the _____47_____ of the issue: Whose responsibility was it
I felt like someone had _____48_____ me in the face. Again and again, my parents didn’t _____49_____ me and I blamed them for this or that, but how could I get away with blaming them for my life
Slowly, my thinking _____50_____ and my relationship with my father improved. Instead of controlling, now I saw him as caring. And it all started with the innocent-seeming _____51_____.
37. A. prevent B. trouble C. criticize D. control
38. A. details B. shouts C. tears D. flames
39. A. deep B. stupid C. angry D. strange
40. A. lecture B. overcome C. suspect D. compete
41. A. near B. prior C. close D. due
42. A. forced B. challenged C. confused D. appealed
43. A. Empty B. Eager C. Absent D. Curious
44. A. fight B. matter C. lesson D. fact
45 A. put away B. calmed down C. signed up D. handed in
46. A. do B. agree C. deal D. leave
47. A. cause B. force C. heart D. surface
48. A. joked B. struck C. looked D. ignored
49. A. please B. educate C. praise D. pardon
50. A. cleared B. struggled C. shifted D. abandoned
51. A. quarrel B. teacher C. reply D. question
第二节 (共10题;每题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。
Chang’an Tower, also known as the Great Wild Goose Pagoda, is an architectural wonder ___52___ (locate) in Xi’an, China. With its rich historical significance and stunning beauty, this ancient tower stands as a masterpiece of China’s cultural heritage.
___53___ (original) built during the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century, Chang’an Tower served as a Buddhist pagoda, housing Buddhist materials that the monk Xuanzang brought from India. Its construction ___54___(order) by Emperor Gaozong to promote Buddhism and facilitate (使……便利) the translation of Buddhist scriptures (佛经) ___55___ Chinese.
Rising to a ___56___ (high) of 64 meters, the square-shaped, thirteen-storey tower showcases the splendid craftsmanship of ancient Chinese craftsmen, each storey of ___57___ exhibits unique architectural features, ___58___ (reflect) the cultural influences of the time. Visitors can go up the internal staircase to the top for magnificent ___59___ (view) of the city. Surrounding the pagoda, the serene gardens and the Da Ci’en Temple offer a peaceful retreat as well.
Whether it is for experiencing a piece of history ___60___ exploring cultural wonders, Chang’an Tower is ____61____ essential destination for those exploring China’s vast historical landscape.
第三节 完成句子(共10题;每题1分，满分10分)
62. The four countries ________ (属于) the United Kingdom work together in some areas. (根据汉语提示完成句子)
63. ________ (equip) with some food and drinks, the boys set sail early. (所给词的适当形式填空)
64. ____________(see) from the tower, the city looks very beautiful. (所给词的适当形式填空)
65. At age 18, instead of following the traditional path of marriage like the________(major) of girls, she chose to study medicine. (所给词的适当形式填空)
66. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival, ________ (feature) a parade, was celebrated during the spring time. (所给词的适当形式填空)
67. Hearing that he had passed the final exam, he sighed _________________ (如释重负). (根据汉语提示完成句子)
68. People celebrate to show that they ________ the year’s supply of food. (根据句意填空)
69. They are occasions ________ allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. (用适当词填空)
70. Though Lin Qiaozhi never married, she was known as the “mother of ten thousand babies”, ________ (deliver) over 50,000 babies in her lifetime. (所给词的适当形式填空）
71. It is typical ________ her to give up when in trouble. (用适当的词填空)
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
72. 假定你是李华，上周你校举办了以“Eyes on Youth”为主题的校园文化节。请你根据以下要点，给校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括：
1. 活动时间、地点；
2. 活动内容(书画展、辩论赛、达人秀等)；
3. 活动反响。注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。参考词汇：辩论debate 达人秀talent show
Eyes on Youth
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第二节 (满分25分)
73. 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。
Sunlight flooded through the window when Tomas was sitting at the kitchen table struggling with a literary classic. Not far away, the huge new tower blocks lined the road. The faint sound of cars was dimly heard.
His mother was chopping (切碎) tomatoes for their dinner as usual. Suddenly she said,
“You know, the thing I miss most is cooking a really hot salsa (辣番茄酱) with fresh peppers straight from the garden. That’s what I miss most about Mexico. But now I could only use this instead.” She sighed, waving a packet of chilli spice powder at him. Tomas looked up from his book in surprise. His mother had never talked like this about their old life before. He studied her now. She looked a little sad and swept the pile of chopped tomatoes into the cooking pot.
Watching his mother busy in the kitchen preparing dinner, Tomas thought about the insight his mother had given him into her feelings, and he realized that he felt the same way about leaving Mexico and coming to this new country now.
Tomas missed his old home and his mother missed Mexico, too. She had loved working in her market garden, selling the fresh vegetables that she had grown herself and then coming home to cook up huge, tasty meals for her family. Tomas’s stomach rumbled (饿得咕咕叫) at the memories.
He thought about how different things were for them now, living in this large, gray apartment where there was no garden and no friends visit to share their delicious meals.
He sighed. At least they were still able to speak regularly every night after dinner with his grandmother back in Mexico over the computer—Grandma! Rosa!
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。
Suddenly Tomas had an idea.
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A week later, a package arrived from Mexico.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________莆田一中2023-2024学年度下学期期中考试试卷
高一英语
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(共11小题;每小题2.5分，满分27.5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
What is a GPA
A GPA, or Grade Point Average, typically ranging from one to four, is a number reflecting your course performance on average. It’s used by universities to determine whether students meet academic standards and by students to enhance job prospects or secure admission into post-graduate programs.
How to calculate a GPA
● Determine the letter grade and the number of credit hours for each course you take in a term;
● Translate the letter grade to grade points using your school’s grading system;
● Multiply the grade points by the credit hours for that course;
● Add up all the credit hours for the courses;
● Divide the total number of grade points by the total credit hours and you get the GPA.
What are the consequences of failing college courses
● Every failing grade (F) significantly impacts your GPA for that academic year, limiting clubs, organizations and program choices, as competitive programs require top GPAs.
● Most financial aid programs require a specific GPA. A sharp drop in GPA due to several course failures may lead to withdrawal from financial aid programs, unless you retake the courses and pass.
● For college athletes on sports scholarships, failing courses repeatedly can lead to losing scholarships and team spots.
● Failing multiple courses can result in school removal and affect future applications.
21. Where is this text probably taken from
A. A campus job fair poster. B. An academic course guide.
C. A graduate application form. D. An athletic team schedule.
22. What is Jane Smith’s GPA this term
A. 1.0. B. 2.8. C. 3.0. D. 3.3.
23. What would be a result if you get one F in college
A. Choice limitation. B. School removal.
C. Loss of financial aid. D. Disqualification in sports.
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了大学用来确定学生是否达到学术标准的评价准则—GPA，并介绍了GPA的计算方法及课程不及格的后果。
【21题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“A GPA, or Grade Point Average, typically ranging from one to four, is a number reflecting your course performance on average. It’s used by universities to determine whether students meet academic standards and by students to enhance job prospects or secure admission into post-graduate programs. (GPA，或平均绩点，通常在1到4之间，是一个反映你课程平均表现的数字。它被大学用来确定学生是否达到学术标准，被学生用来提高就业前景或确保进入研究生课程。)”以及全文内容可知，可知，这篇文章介绍了大学用来确定学生是否达到学术标准的评价准则—GPA，并介绍了GPA的计算方法及课程不及格的后果，应该选自学术课程指南。故选B项。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据How to calculate a GPA 部分“Divide the total number of grade points by the total credit hours and you get the GPA. (总学分除以总学时，就得到GPA。)”及表格中可知，Jane Smith的Total points是33，total Credit hours是11，由此可知33/11=3，她的GPA成绩是3。故选C项。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据What are the consequences of failing college courses 部分“ ● Every failing grade (F) significantly impacts your GPA for that academic year, limiting clubs, organizations and program choices, as competitive programs require top GPAs. (每一个不及格的成绩(F)都会严重影响你那学年的GPA，限制你参加俱乐部、组织和项目的选择，因为竞争激烈的项目需要最高的GPA。)”可知，如果一个学生大学学科得F，成绩是不及格的，在多方面的选择受到限制。故选A项。
B
Courage is a huge theme in my life, a quality I constantly seek, appreciate, and analyze. The root of “courage” is “cor,” the Latin word for heart. In the beginning, courage meant “to speak one’s mind by telling all one’s heart.” While courage is often associated with heroism nowadays, I believe true courage lies in being open and honest about who we are and how we feel.
I recently witnessed an example of true courage. During a mountain-climbing trip with my 15-year-old daughter and some college students, I noticed her struggling to keep up with the group. Despite my suggestions to rest, she persisted until she couldn’t breathe properly.
Panicked, I called out to the front for help, but there was no response, and we had no cellphone signal. Fortunately, two students just came back to check out on us. They offered assistance and calmed us down. As we continued at a slower pace, they shared their own experiences, from starting out as beginners like my daughter to becoming consistently among the first to reach the peak.
“You know,” one of them said, looking at my daughter, “I was just like you when I started.
But with practice and proper pace, you’ll get there too.”
“Yeah, don’t let your lack of experience stop you,” the other added. “It’s okay to admit when you’re struggling or not feeling alright. In fact, it’s important to speak up and ask for help when you need it. That’s how we improve and grow.”
Reaching the mountain top was a huge relief for both my daughter and me. However, the two students addressed the celebrating group directly, emphasizing the importance of staying together in tough environments. Their words led the group to apologize to us for overlooking our struggle.
I was totally amazed at their bravery, and my daughter learned that it’s okay to be the least experienced in a group. Courage, I’ve come to realize, has a ripple effect. Each time we choose courage, we inspire those around us to be a little braver and make the world a little better.
24. Why does the author mention the original meaning of courage
A. To question the common belief of courage.
B. To argue for the true nature of courage.
C. To show the changing meaning of courage.
D. To compare different interpretations of courage.
25. What did the two students suggest the daughter do
A. Keep to a suitable pace. B. Seek help whenever possible.
C. Challenge her own limits. D. Stick with experienced climbers.
26. Which action in the mountain-climbing story is an example of true courage
A. The mother asked the girl to rest.
B. The girl tried hard not to fall behind.
C. The two students pointed out the group’s fault.
D. The group celebrated the reach of the mountain top.
27. What does the author intend to tell us
A. Kindness connects us all. B. Being a beginner takes courage.
C. We don’t have to be a hero to be brave. D. With courage, everyone can be perfect.
【答案】24. B 25. B 26. C 27. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者和女儿在登山过程中遇到困难，两位学生的帮助和鼓励，以及他们的勇气对团队产生的影响。
【24题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第一段“In the beginning, courage meant “to speak one’s mind by telling all one’s heart.” While courage is often associated with heroism nowadays, I believe true courage lies in being open and honest about who we are and how we feel.”（在开始，勇气意味着“说出自己的想法，表达自己的心声”。虽然现在勇气常常与英雄主义联系在一起，但我相信真正的勇气在于对我们是谁，我们的感受开放和诚实。）可推知，作者提到勇气的原始含义是为了论证勇气的真正本质，故选B。
【25题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第四段““You know,” one of them said, looking at my daughter, “I was just like you when I started.” (“你知道，”其中一个看着我女儿说，“我刚开始的时候和你一样”。)以及第六段““Yeah, don’t let your lack of experience stop you,” the other added. “It’s okay to admit when you’re struggling or not feeling alright. In fact, it’s important to speak up and ask for help when you need it. That’s how we improve and grow.””（“是的，不要让你的经验不足阻止你，”另一个人补充道。“当你在挣扎或感觉不舒服时，承认是可以的。事实上，当你需要帮助时，大声说出来并寻求帮助是很重要的。这就是我们进步和成长的方式。”）可推知，两位学生建议女儿在需要时寻求帮助，故选B。
【26题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第七段“Their words led the group to apologize to us for overlooking our struggle.”（他们的话让团队为忽视我们的困难向我们道歉。）可推知，两位学生指出团队的错误是真正的勇气的体现，故选C。
【27题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“ Courage, I’ve come to realize, has a ripple effect. Each time we choose courage, we inspire those around us to be a little braver and make the world a little better.”（我已经意识到，勇气有连锁反应。每次我们选择勇气，我们都会激励周围的人变得更勇敢，使世界变得更好。）可推知，作者想要告诉我们不一定要成为英雄才能勇敢。故选C项。
C
My father started learning French at 57, drawn by the potential benefits of bilingualism (双语能力) in delaying dementia (失智症). Now, 20 years later, he’s on his third teacher. Many people like my father have attempted to pick up a new language. But can this really boost brain health
According to experts, regularly using a new language brings cognitive (认知的) benefits. If you’re trying to recall the right words in another language, your brain is forced to inhibit your mother tongue. This process, called cognitive inhibition, helps improve your brain function. Repeating this process makes your brain more resistant to diseases like dementia. The more you challenge your brain, the better it functions, even if your brain health starts to decline.
However, evidence for the benefits of learning a second language in your 60s is weaker. Research by Dr. Leo Antoniou found that older Italians who took English lessons for four months didn’t see any difference in their cognition scores, but people who didn’t saw their scores decline. Prof. Diana Smith’s 2023 studies found similar results.
Researchers offered a few potential explanations for their disappointing results. One is that the participants were highly motivated volunteers, probably of high cognitive level for their age, making it hard to see any improvements. “When choosing participants, we have to be careful, are they really representative of the population ” said Dr. Judith Ware. Another is that the language interventions were perhaps too short. These studies have used language lessons that “were very different in their length and frequency,” said Prof. Laura Grossman.
To Dr. Antoniou, the limited findings are not entirely surprising. No one would say that learning a new language for six months would be the same as having used two languages for your entire life. But he does think that language lessons can provide cognitive benefits by being cognitively stimulating.
Perhaps more important, Prof. Grossman said, learning another language offers other potential advantages, like traveling or connecting with new communities. My father, for example, has remained pen friends with his first teacher and traveled to France numerous times.
And at 76, he’s as sharp as ever.
28. What happens in the process of “cognitive inhibition”
A. Memory improves. B. Brain health worsens.
C. Dementia is cured. D. Native language is held back.
29. Which is a possible explanation for the disappointing research results
A. The poor choice of research participants.
B. The great length of the language course.
C. The intervention of the first language.
D. The age difference of the research subjects.
30. Whose opinion does the author support by mentioning his father’s experience
A. Leo Antoniou’s. B. Diana Smith’s.
C. Laura Grossman’s. D. Judith Ware’s.
31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. Is it never too late to learn a new language
B. Can learning a new language delay dementia
C. Why does my father start learning a new language
D. How does learning a new language benefit aging brain
【答案】28. D 29. A 30. C 31. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文，主要讨论了学习新语言是否能提高大脑健康，尤其是对于年纪较大的人来说，是否能延缓痴呆症的发生。
【28题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“If you’re trying to recall the right words in another language, your brain is forced to inhibit your mother tongue. This process, called cognitive inhibition, helps improve your brain function.”（如果你试图用另一种语言回忆正确的单词，你的大脑会被迫抑制你的母语。这个过程被称为认知抑制，有助于提高你的大脑功能。）可知，认知抑制的过程中，母语被抑制。故选D。
【29题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第四段“One is that the participants were highly motivated volunteers, probably of high cognitive level for their age, making it hard to see any improvements.”（一种可能的解释是参与者都是高度积极的志愿者，他们的认知水平可能已经很高，这使得改进变得难以察觉。）可知，研究结果不尽人意的一个可能的解释是研究参与者的选择不佳。故选A。
【30题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段“But he does think that language lessons can provide cognitive benefits by being cognitively stimulating.”（但是他确实认为，语言课程可以通过认知刺激来提供认知益处。）和文章最后一段“My father, for example, has remained pen friends with his first teacher and traveled to France numerous times. And at 76, he’s as sharp as ever.”（例如，我的父亲一直与他的第一位老师保持笔友关系，并多次去法国旅行。现在他76岁了，他的头脑依然敏锐。）可知，作者通过提到他父亲的经历来支持Laura Grossman的观点，即学习另一种语言提供了其他潜在的优势，如旅行或与新的社区建立联系。故选C。
【31题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“My father started learning French at 57, drawn by the potential benefits of bilingualism (双语能力) in delaying dementia (失智症).”（我父亲57岁开始学习法语，被双语能力在延缓失智症方面的潜在好处所吸引。）以及“But can this really boost brain health ”（但这真的能促进大脑健康吗 ）可知，短文的最佳标题为“学习一门新语言能延缓失智症吗？”。故选B。
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。
As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks. ____32____ This lies at the heart of “experiential appreciation,” a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you. It’s about learning from real-life experiences, and discovering a more profound and engaging way to learn.
To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects. They will provide a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful. So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event. ____33____
As you dive deeper, immerse (沉浸) yourself fully in the surroundings and activities. When you’re in nature, don’t just look around. ____34____ Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.
____35____ After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel. Write in a journal or discuss it with friends. This self-discovery turns experiences into life lessons and offers a deeper understanding of the world.
Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured. ____36____ So, explore the world around you, let every experience shape you, and discover the endless possibilities that await. This is the core of true learning, where every moment is a step towards a richer, more enlightened life.
A. It extends learning beyond textbooks.
B. These activities bring learning to life.
C. Mind the impact of your actions on the environment.
D. Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.
E. Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.
F. Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles.
G. Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.
【答案】32. G 33. B 34. D 35. E 36. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。介绍了“体验式欣赏”——一种鼓励你直接与周围的世界接触的学习方法。
【32题详解】
根据上文“As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks.(作为一名高中生，你可能已经习惯了通过阅读教科书来学习)”以及下文“This lies at the heart of “experiential appreciation,” a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you. (这是“体验式欣赏”的核心，这种哲学鼓励你直接与周围的世界接触。)推测，此处在谈论不止有通过阅读教科书来学习这一种方法，因此推断G项“现在考虑把你的学习从单纯的阅读扩展到积极参与。)”符合语境，故选G。
【33题详解】
根据上文“So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event. (所以，试着加入一个运动队，拿起画笔，或者参加当地的慈善活动。) ”推测，此处在谈论这些活动的作用，因此推断B项“这些活动将学习带入生活”符合语境，故选B。
【34题详解】
根据下文“Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.(触摸树叶，感受风，倾听鸟儿，可以丰富你的学习，让每一刻都更难忘。)”推测，此处在谈论感觉的作用，结合D项“相反，激活你的感官，让它与你的感官更紧密地联系在起。”符合语境，故选D。
【35题详解】
根据下文“After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel. (在尝试了一些新的东西之后，问问自己学到了什么，以及它给你带来了什么感觉。)”推测，此处在谈论反思的作用，因此推断E项“通过反思你的经历，让你的经历更进一步。”符合语境，故应E。
【36题详解】
根据上文“Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured. (体验式的欣赏将学习从一个需要完成的任务转变为一个需要珍惜的旅程。)”推测，此处在谈论体验式的欣赏优于教科书，因此推断A项“它将学习扩展到远远超出教科书的范围。)”符合语境，故选A。
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，满分 0分)
第一节 完形填空(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。
One day, I had a serious quarrel with my father. I felt he was always trying to ____37____ me and I wanted to break free. After we exploded in____38____, I stormed out of the house and went back to school.
All that day, my mind was racing with ____39____ thoughts. After all, he hadn’t even finished high school, but here I was a mighty college student! How dare he try to ____40____ me on my life and plans
Suddenly, I realized that I didn’t do the assignment that was ____41____: a thought card. Dr. Simon always ____42____ us to think deeply by raising all kinds of questions about social issues, political issues, personal issues etc. ____43____for something to write, I could only think of the ____44____ I’d just had with my dad.
“I am the son of an idiot (笨蛋) !” I wrote and then ____45____.
The next day, Dr. Simon gave back our cards. On the card, he wrote, “What does ‘the son of an idiot’ _____46_____ with the rest of his life ” His question got right to the _____47_____ of the issue: Whose responsibility was it
I felt like someone had _____48_____ me in the face. Again and again, my parents didn’t _____49_____ me and I blamed them for this or that, but how could I get away with blaming them for my life
Slowly, my thinking _____50_____ and my relationship with my father improved. Instead of controlling, now I saw him as caring. And it all started with the innocent-seeming _____51_____.
37. A. prevent B. trouble C. criticize D. control
38. A. details B. shouts C. tears D. flames
39. A. deep B. stupid C. angry D. strange
40. A. lecture B. overcome C. suspect D. compete
41. A. near B. prior C. close D. due
42. A. forced B. challenged C. confused D. appealed
43. A. Empty B. Eager C. Absent D. Curious
44. A. fight B. matter C. lesson D. fact
45. A. put away B. calmed down C. signed up D. handed in
46. A. do B. agree C. deal D. leave
47. A. cause B. force C. heart D. surface
48. A. joked B. struck C. looked D. ignored
49. A. please B. educate C. praise D. pardon
50. A. cleared B. struggled C. shifted D. abandoned
51. A. quarrel B. teacher C. reply D. question
【答案】37. D 38. B 39. C 40. A 41. D 42. B 43. B 44. A 45. D 46. A 47. C 48. B 49. A 50. C 51. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者和父亲发生了争吵，认为父亲总是想要控制自己。在自己提交了西蒙博士布置的作业后，在思想卡上看到了西蒙博士的一个问题，这让作者开始反思。慢慢地，作者的想法转变了，和父亲的关系也改善了。
【37题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我觉得他总是试图控制我，我想挣脱。A. prevent阻止；B. trouble麻烦；C. criticize批评；D. control控制。根据“I wanted to break free”可知，作者觉得父亲总是想控制自己。故选D。
【38题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：在我们大吼大叫之后，我冲出家门，回到了学校。A. details细节；B. shouts喊叫声；C. tears眼泪；D. flames火焰。根据“One day, I had a serious quarrel with my father.”可知，作者和父亲发生了争吵，此处指叫喊声。故选B。
【39题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：整整一天，我的脑子里充满了愤怒的念头。A. deep深的；B. stupid愚蠢的；C. angry生气的；D. strange奇怪的。根据“I stormed out of the house”可知，作者很生气。故选C。
【40题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他怎么敢对我的生活和计划说教？A. lecture讲课，训斥；B. overcome克服；C. suspect怀疑；D. compete竞争。根据“After all, he hadn’t even finished high school, but here I was a mighty college student!”可知，作者认为父亲没有自己的学历高，不应该对自己的生活和计划说教。故选A。
【41题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：突然，我意识到我没有完成该完成的任务：一张思想卡。A. near近的；B. prior优先的；C. close亲密的；D. due到期的。根据“Suddenly, I realized that I didn’t do the assignment”和“The next day, Dr. Simon gave back our cards.”可知，作者意识到还有快到期的任务没有完成。故选D。
【42题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：西蒙博士总是通过提出各种社会问题、政治问题、个人问题等来建议我们深入思考。A. forced强迫；B. challenged挑战，强烈建议；C. confused使困惑；D. appealed呼吁。根据“by raising all kinds of questions about social issues, political issues, personal issues etc.”可知，西蒙博士总是强烈建议作者和同学们深入思考。故选B。
【43题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我绝望地想写点什么，脑子里只想着刚刚和父亲的那场争吵。A. Empty空的；B. Eager热切的；C. Absent缺席的；D. Curious好奇的。根据“Suddenly, I realized that I didn’t do the assignment that was ____5____: a thought card.”可知，和父亲发生争吵之后，发现自己的任务还没完成，作者急切的想要完成任务。故选B。
【44题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。A. fight斗争，打架；B. matter问题；C. lesson课，教训；D. fact事实。根据“One day, I had a serious quarrel with my father.”可知，作者想起和父亲吵架。故选A。
【45题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：“我是白痴的儿子!”我写完就交了。A. put away把……收起来；B. calmed down平静下来；C. signed up注册，报名；D. handed in上交。根据“The next day, Dr. Simon gave back our cards.”可知，作者上交了思想卡。故选D。
【46题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在卡片上，他写道：“‘白痴的儿子’将如何度过余生 ”A. do做；B. agree同意；C. deal处理；D. leave离开。根据“the rest of his life”可知，西蒙教授询问作者，作为“白痴的儿子”将如何度过余生。what...do with...为固定搭配。故选A。
【47题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：他的问题直指问题的核心：这是谁的责任 A.cause原因；B.force暴力，武力；C.heart核心；D.surface表面。根据下文“Whose responsibility was it ”可知，他的问题直指问题的核心。故选C。
【48题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我觉得好像有人打了我的脸。A. joked开玩笑；B. struck击打；C. looked看；D. ignored忽视。根据““What does “the son of an idiot” _____11_____ with the rest of his life ””可知，看到西蒙博士的话，作者感觉被打脸了。故选B。
【49题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：一次又一次，我的父母不让我高兴，我为这或那地责怪他们，但我能把我的生活归咎于他们多久呢？A. please使愉快；B. educate教育；C. praise赞美；D. pardon原谅。根据“I blamed them for this or that”可知，作者认为父母一次又一次让自己不高兴。故选A。
【50题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：慢慢地，我的想法转变了，我和父亲的关系也改善了。A. cleared清理；B. struggled努力，挣扎；C. shifted转移，改变；D. abandoned放弃。根据“Again and again, my parents didn’t _____13_____ me and I blamed them for this or that, but how long could I get away with blaming them for my life ”可知，作者的想法慢慢转变了。故选C。
【51题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：这一切都始于一个看似无辜的问题。A. quarrel争吵；B. teacher老师；C. reply回复；D. question问题。根据“What does “the son of an idiot” _____11_____ with the rest of his life ””可知，作者认为自己的转变都源自于西蒙博士的那个问题。故选D。
第二节 (共10题;每题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。
Chang’an Tower, also known as the Great Wild Goose Pagoda, is an architectural wonder ___52___ (locate) in Xi’an, China. With its rich historical significance and stunning beauty, this ancient tower stands as a masterpiece of China’s cultural heritage.
___53___ (original) built during the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century, Chang’an Tower served as a Buddhist pagoda, housing Buddhist materials that the monk Xuanzang brought from India. Its construction ___54___(order) by Emperor Gaozong to promote Buddhism and facilitate (使……便利) the translation of Buddhist scriptures (佛经) ___55___ Chinese.
Rising to a ___56___ (high) of 64 meters, the square-shaped, thirteen-storey tower showcases the splendid craftsmanship of ancient Chinese craftsmen, each storey of ___57___ exhibits unique architectural features, ___58___ (reflect) the cultural influences of the time. Visitors can go up the internal staircase to the top for magnificent ___59___ (view) of the city. Surrounding the pagoda, the serene gardens and the Da Ci’en Temple offer a peaceful retreat as well.
Whether it is for experiencing a piece of history ___60___ exploring cultural wonders, Chang’an Tower is ____61____ essential destination for those exploring China’s vast historical landscape.
【答案】52. located
53. Originally
54 was ordered
55. into 56. height
57. which 58. reflecting
59. views 60. or
61. an
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了大雁塔的历史。
【52题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：长安塔，又称大雁塔，是位于中国西安的一座建筑奇观。动词locate和wonder之间是动宾关系，应用过去分词作后置定语，故填located。
【53题详解】
考查副词。句意：长安塔始建于7世纪唐朝，是一座佛塔，里面存放着玄奘和尚从印度带来的佛教材料。空处修饰动词built，应用副词形式，首字母应大写，故填Originally。
【54题详解】
考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：它的建造是由高宗下令的，目的是推广佛教，促进佛经的汉译。结合空后的by Emperor Gaozong可知，主语construction和动词order之间是被动关系，且句子是描述过去发生的事情，应用一般过去时的被动语态，主语表示单数意义，故填was ordered。
【55题详解】
考查介词。句意同上。the translation of…into…“……到……的翻译”，固定搭配，故填into。
【56题详解】
考查名词。句意：高达64米的方形十三层楼展示了中国古代工匠的精湛技艺，每一层楼都展现出独特的建筑特色，反映了当时的文化影响。结合空前的a可知，空处应填名词作宾语，height“高度”，名词，故填height。
【57题详解】
考查定语从句。句意同上。分析句子可知，空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是tower，关系词在从句中作宾语，应用关系代词which引导，故填which。
【58题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意同上。动词reflect和逻辑主语unique architectural features之间是主谓关系，应用现在分词作状语，故填reflecting。
【59题详解】
考查名词复数。句意：游客可以登上内部楼梯到达顶部，欣赏城市的壮丽景色。view“风景”，可数名词，此处应用复数形式表示泛指，故填views。
【60题详解】
考查连词。句意：无论是体验一段历史，还是探索文化奇观，长安塔都是探索中国辽阔历史景观的重要目的地。whether…or…“无论……还是……”，固定短语，故填or。
【61题详解】
考查冠词。句意：无论是体验一段历史，还是探索文化奇观，长安塔都是探索中国辽阔历史景观的重要目的地。destination是可数名词，此处表示泛指，应用不定冠词，且essential是以元音音素开头，故填an。
第三节 完成句子(共10题;每题1分，满分10分)
62. The four countries ________ (属于) the United Kingdom work together in some areas. (根据汉语提示完成句子)
【答案】belonging to
【解析】
【详解】考查动词短语。句意：这四个属于联合王国的国家在某些领域合作。belong to“属于”，和The four countries之间是主谓关系，应用现在分词作定语，故填belonging to。
63. ________ (equip) with some food and drinks, the boys set sail early. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】Equipped
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：男孩子们带着一些食物和饮料，早早地启航了。分析句子结构可知，空格处需要填入非谓语动词；动词equip与the boys之间为动宾关系，所以需要使用过去分词表示被动。故填Equipped。
64. ____________(see) from the tower, the city looks very beautiful. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】Seen
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：从塔上看，这个城市看起来很漂亮。句中谓语是looks，空格处用非谓语动词，city和see之间是逻辑动宾关系，因此空格处用过去分词表被动，作状语，位于句首，首字母大写，故填Seen。
65. At age 18, instead of following the traditional path of marriage like the________(major) of girls, she chose to study medicine. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】majority
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：18岁时，她没有像大多数女孩那样走传统的婚姻道路，而是选择了学习医学。分析句子可知，句中涉及固定短语“the majority of…”，意为“大多数……”，“major”意为“主要的”，形容词词性，“majority”意为“大多数”，为不可数名词。故填majority。
66. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival, ________ (feature) a parade, was celebrated during the spring time. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】featuring
【解析】
【详解】考查现在分词。句意：在古埃及，以游行为特色的丰收节是在春季庆祝的。分析可知，句中已有谓语was celebrated，逻辑主语the harvest festival与feature之间为主动关系，空处应为现在分词形式作后置定语，故填featuring。
67. Hearing that he had passed the final exam, he sighed _________________ (如释重负). (根据汉语提示完成句子)
【答案】with relief##in relief
【解析】
【详解】考查短语。句意：听说他通过了期末考试，他如释重负地叹了口气。with/in relief松了口气；如释重负。根据汉语提示及句意，故填with/in relief。
68. People celebrate to show that they ________ the year’s supply of food. (根据句意填空)
【答案】are grateful for
【解析】
【详解】考查固定短语。句意：人们通过庆祝来表达他们对一年的食物供应的感激。结合句意表示“感激”可知短语为be grateful for，根据上文celebrate 可知为一般现在时，主语为they，谓语用复数。故填are grateful for。
69. They are occasions ________ allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】that##which
【解析】
【详解】考查定语从句。句意：这些都是让我们放松，享受生活，忘记工作的场合。分析句子可知，空格处引导定语从句，修饰occasions，从句中缺少主语，指物，用关系代词which或者that，故填that/which。
70. Though Lin Qiaozhi never married, she was known as the “mother of ten thousand babies”, ________ (deliver) over 50,000 babies in her lifetime. (所给词的适当形式填空）
【答案】having delivered
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：虽然林巧芝从未结婚，但她被称为“万宝之母” ，一生中接生了五万多个宝宝。分析可知，设空处及之后的内容在句中为状语，句子主语she与deliver为逻辑主谓关系，且动作发生在谓语动词之前，故应用现在分词的完成式having done。故填having delivered。
71. It is typical ________ her to give up when in trouble. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】of
【解析】
【详解】考查介词。句意：遇到困难就放弃是她的典型特点。固定句型it is typical of sb to do sth“某人做某事是典型的特点”。故填of。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
72. 假定你是李华，上周你校举办了以“Eyes on Youth”为主题的校园文化节。请你根据以下要点，给校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括：
1. 活动时间、地点；
2. 活动内容(书画展、辩论赛、达人秀等)；
3. 活动反响。注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。参考词汇：辩论debate 达人秀talent show
Eyes on Youth
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【答案】
Eyes on Youth
Last week, our school hosted a captivating cultural festival themed “Eyes on Youth”, which was held from May 8th to May 10th in the school gymnasium. The event featured a variety of engaging activities.
Students and teachers enjoyed an impressive calligraphy and painting exhibition, showcasing the artistic talents of our peers. A heated debate competition stimulated critical thinking and public speaking skills, while the talent show revealed the diverse talents of our students in music, dance, and more.
The festival received widespread acclaim, fostering a strong sense of community and creativity among students and staff alike.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生将上周学校举办的以“Eyes on Youth”为主题的校园文化节给校英文报写一篇报道。
【详解】1.词汇积累
举办：hosted→organized
各种各样：a variety of→a range of
技能：skills→techniques
好评：acclaim→applause
2.句式拓展
同义句替换
原句：A heated debate competition stimulated critical thinking and public speaking skills, while the talent show revealed the diverse talents of our students in music, dance, and more.
同义句：The intense argumentative contest fostered both analytical reasoning and oratorical prowess, concurrently showcasing the multifaceted artistic abilities of our students in realms such as music and dance.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Last week, our school hosted a captivating cultural festival themed “Eyes on Youth”, which was held from May 8th to May 10th in the school gymnasium. (运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】The festival received widespread acclaim, fostering a strong sense of community and creativity among students and staff alike.(运用了现在分词作状语)
第二节 (满分25分)
73. 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。
Sunlight flooded through the window when Tomas was sitting at the kitchen table, struggling with a literary classic. Not far away, the huge new tower blocks lined the road. The faint sound of cars was dimly heard.
His mother was chopping (切碎) tomatoes for their dinner as usual. Suddenly she said,
“You know, the thing I miss most is cooking a really hot salsa (辣番茄酱) with fresh peppers straight from the garden. That’s what I miss most about Mexico. But now I could only use this instead.” She sighed, waving a packet of chilli spice powder at him. Tomas looked up from his book in surprise. His mother had never talked like this about their old life before. He studied her now. She looked a little sad and swept the pile of chopped tomatoes into the cooking pot.
Watching his mother busy in the kitchen preparing dinner, Tomas thought about the insight his mother had given him into her feelings, and he realized that he felt the same way about leaving Mexico and coming to this new country now.
Tomas missed his old home and his mother missed Mexico, too. She had loved working in her market garden, selling the fresh vegetables that she had grown herself and then coming home to cook up huge, tasty meals for her family. Tomas’s stomach rumbled (饿得咕咕叫) at the memories.
He thought about how different things were for them now, living in this large, gray apartment where there was no garden and no friends visit to share their delicious meals.
He sighed. At least they were still able to speak regularly every night after dinner with his grandmother back in Mexico over the computer—Grandma! Rosa!
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。
Suddenly Tomas had an idea.
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A week later, a package arrived from Mexico.
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【答案】One Possible Version:
Suddenly Tomás had an idea. Why not turn to Rosa for help Seized by the increasing eagerness to contact his grandmother, he wolfed his supper once it was ready. Right after dinner, Tomás raced to the computer before he had even had his favourite dessert, leaving his mother in curiosity. The moment he got through to his grandmother via the video chat, he lowered his voice, whispering, “Rosa, I need your help!” After Tomás poured out his idea, Rosa clapped her hands, promising, “Excellent! You’ll receive what you want!” Beside himself with joy, Tomás waved goodbye to Rosa , expectantly waiting for the package.
A week later, a package arrived from Mexico. Bubbling over with excitement, Tomás invited his mother to open the box together. Unfolding before their eyes were a sealed package of dried habanero peppers and a colorful packet of seeds. “That’s what I miss most! A taste from HOME!”, blurted out his mother, her lips curving into a broad beam and eyes glittering in amazement. Never had Tomás seen his mother so cheerful in weeks. Moments later, his mother was preparing a salsa using the peppers, chopping tomatoes and humming a merry tune. Outside the kitchen window, a big pot containing the seeds gleamed in the sunlight.
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Tomas一家因为父亲的工作离开了家乡，Tomas听了母亲说思念家乡的辣椒，想到他们可以每天晚上与祖母通电话，Tomas想到一个办法安慰思乡的母亲的故事。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“突然Tomas有了一个想法”可知，第一段可描写Tomas与奶奶通电话寻求帮助的经过。
②由第二段首句内容“一周后，来自墨西哥的盒子到了。”可知，第二段可描写Tomas和母亲打开盒子后的情景，母亲吃惊而欣喜，非常高兴。
2.续写线索：和奶奶通电话寻求帮助——奶奶欣然接受——打开盒子——母亲惊喜——母亲非常高兴
3.词汇激活
行为类
联系：contact/reach/get in touch with
冲向电脑：race to the computer/rush to the computer
倾诉：pour out/speak out/pour forth
情绪类
好奇：in curiosity/curiously
开心：with joy/delighted/joyful
吃惊：in amazement/amazedly/surprisedly/in surprise
【点睛】[高分句型1]Tomás raced to the computer before he had even had his favourite dessert, leaving his mother in curiosity. (运用了before引导的时间状语从句，和现在分词作状语)
【高分句型2】Never had Tomás seen his mother so cheerful in weeks.（运用了不分倒装句）
