辽宁省重点高中沈阳市郊联体
2023—2024学年度下学期考试高二年级期中试题
英语
考试时间：120分钟 试卷总分：150分
注意事项：
本试卷由第Ⅰ卷和第Ⅱ卷两部分组成。第Ⅰ卷中选择题部分，一律涂在答题卡上;第Ⅱ卷，为非选择题部分，按要求答在答题卡相应位置上。
第Ⅰ卷 选择题
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．When did the man visit the National Park
A．Last September B．Last December. C．This July.
2．What does the woman think of Olivia
A．She is quiet. B．She is sociable. C．She is talkative.
3．What will the man do this Tuesday
A．Attend an interview. B．Meet his doctor. C．Deliver a speech.
4．What is the man’s chief consideration in choosing the cottage
A．Its location. B．Its comfort. C．Its facilities.
5．Where did the conversation probably take place
A．At the airport. B．In the office. C．At the hotel.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。
6．What is the man’s attitude towards his job
A．He is tired of the same old routine.
B．He is curious about his job prospect.
C．He is enthusiastic about this demanding job.
7．How old is the man
A．25． B．40． C．65．
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8．What does the woman suggest buying for Amber’s housewarming
A．A purple blue dress. B．A pale pink lamp. C．Pale blue scented candles.
9．Who are the speakers
A．Amber’s neighbors. B．Amber’s house sitters. C．Amber’s parents.
听第8段材料，回答第10至13题。
10．What does the man know about Zhuozheng Garden
A．It was first built in the Qing Dynasty.
B．It tops the other classical gardens in Suzhou.
C．It is about 6 miles away from Gusu District.
11．What does the woman say about Liuyuan Garden and Tuisi Garden
A．They are eighty miles apart.
B．They are in opposite directions.
C．They are quite close to each other.
12．Which garden will the man skip this time
A．Tuisi Garden. B．Liuyuan Garden. C．Zhuozheng Garden.
13．Why is Suzhou Museum worth visiting
A．It is otherwise known as the Garden Museum.
B．It features the Qing Dynasty’s garden landscaping.
C．It houses relics dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．What are the speakers talking about
A．Managing the reading workload.
B．Deciding which books to read.
C．Choosing the right pen for marking.
15．What does the man use to mark new vocabulary
A．Orange color. B．Blue color. C．Yellow color.
16．What is the man’s system for marking
A．He prefers to mark as little as possible.
B．He marks after reading the entire paragraph.
C．He uses smiley faces to identify amusing areas.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What is the focus for the 2024-2025 SLP program
A．Academic achievements.
B．Environmental protection.
C．The development of leadership.
18．Which session of the program is to be run in the USA
A．Pre-summer program B．Summer program C．Post-summer program
19．What should the participants do after the summer program
A．Create a follow-up program.
B．Complete academic coursework.
C．Carry out their community engagement plans.
20．Who are encouraged to apply for the program
A．Overseas students studying in America now.
B．Students who are interested in global issues.
C．Students who haven’t been to America before.
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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出一个最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Movies to Enjoy
Eating Animals
The 2018 documentary Eating Animals, based on the book by Jonathan Safran Foer published in 2009, tells us that factory farming is bad, and that most Americans don’t realize just how bad. Still, this isn’t a feel-guilty film. There’s plenty of hope as director Christopher Quinn shows farmers who are still using practices that do not, for example, force chickens to live their short lives in a dark building while covered in their own poop (大便). Will the film cause you to go vegan (素食主义者) Eh, burgers are really tasty. But it will make you think about what it is that you’re putting in your mouth and maybe inspire you to head for the farmers’ market to see what a chicken that lived a happy life tastes like.
Landmark’s E Street Cinema, 555 11th St. NW, Washington, D. C.; opens on Oct. 15 (Mon.), $10-$12.50.
Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema, 7235 Woodmont Ave. Bethesda, MD.; opens on Oct. 15(Mon.), $9.50-$12.50.
The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia
Sometimes it’s enjoyable to see what everyone else has been seeing. It helps with dinner party conversation. Sometimes, though, it’s fun to see something really different. The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia is a 2009 documentary about the only two surviving performers of Armenian tightrope dancing, 76 and 77 at the time of the film, and their desperate efforts to pass on the traditional art form to the only student of tightrope dancing left in the land, a 16- year-old orphan boy.
Library of Congress, Mary Pickford Theater, 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington D.C.; Oct. 15 (Mon.),8p.m., free.
Family Movie Series
The Old Greenbelt Theatre is here to help quiet the endless “ I’m bored “ at the weekend. Every Sunday at l p.m., you can take the kids to see a family-friendly film for free, including Despicable Me 3 and Paddington 2. Just have fun!
The Old Greenbelt Theatre, 129 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD.;Sundays through
Dec.30,1p.m.,free.
1. Which statement about Eating Animals is TRUE
A. It’s directed by Jonathan Safran Foer.
B. It’s a feel-guilty story about the bad factory farming.
C. It may cause many more Americans to go vegan.
D. It can help raise people’s awareness of food.
2. What could someone who wants to enjoy a film for free on October 15 choose
A. Eating Animals. B. The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia.
C. Despicable Me 3. D. Paddington 2.
3. Where should she go if a woman wants to spend a happy weekend with her children
A. Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema
B. Library of Congress, Mary Pickford Theater.
C. 555 11th St. NW,Washington, D.C.
D. 129 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章通过广告的形式讲述三部电影的主要内容吸引人们去看电影，并写明了影院地址、时间、价格。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。由题干定位到第一部电影Eating Animals。根据此电影第一段最后一句“But it will make you think about what it is that you’re putting in your mouth and maybe inspire you to head for the farmers’ market to see what a chicken that lived a happy life tastes like.”（这部电影会让你想到你在嘴里放的是什么，也许会激励你去农贸市场看看一只过着幸福生活的鸡吃起来是什么滋味）可知此电影会增强人们对食物的意识，D项切题；由此电影第一段中的“Still, this isn’t a feel-guilty film. There’s plenty of hope as director Christopher Quinn shows farmers who are still using practices that do not”（不过，这不是一部让人感到内疚的电影。正如导演克里斯多夫·奎因(Christopher Quinn)向仍在使用这种做法的农民展示的那样，希望还是很大的）可知，这是一部由Christopher Quinn导演的不会让人感到愧疚的电影，排除A、B两项；由此电影第一段中的“Will the film cause you to go vegan（素食者）？Eh, burgers are really tasty.”（这部电影会让你成为素食主义者吗 嗯，汉堡真的很好吃。）可知，并没有说很多人成为素食者，排除C项。故选D项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。由题干free on October 15可以定位到第二部电影第二段的句子“Library of Congress, Mary Pickford Theater, 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington D. C.; Oct. 15 (Mon.) , 8 p. m. , free.”（国会图书馆，玛丽·皮克福德剧院，华盛顿特区独立大道101号；10月15日(周一)晚8点,免费的。），可知，The Last Tightrope Dancer in Annenia这部电影10月15日免费看电影。故选B项。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。由题干“spend a happy weekend with her children”可定位到第三部电影第一段中的句子“you can take the kids to see a family-friendly film for free, including “Despicable Me 3” and “Paddington 2”. Just have fun!”（你可以带孩子们免费看适合全家一起看的电影，包括《神偷奶爸3》和《帕丁顿熊2》。玩得开心就好!）和此电影第二段的句子“The Old Greenbelt Theatre, 129 Centerway, Greenbelt, Md.；Sundays through Dec. 30, 1p.m., free.”（Greenbelt Theatre，129 Centerway，Greenbelt，马里兰州；周日到12月30日，下午1点,免费的。），可知想和孩子一起过一个美好的周末，应该去129 Centerway, Greenbelt, Md.。故选D项。
B
Twenty-five years ago, Florence Griffith Joyner, known as “Flo-Jo” died in her sleep, leaving behind a legacy that combined style and speed in the world of track and field. She was celebrated for her remarkable achievements, particularly during the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea.
During the Olympic qualifiers in 1988, Flo-Jo broke the 100-meter world record with an amazing time of 10.49 seconds. She continued to amaze the world by breaking the 200-meter world record in the same Olympics, crossing the finish line in 21.34 seconds with her iconic style, including long painted nails and colorful one-legged running suits.
Griffith Joyner’s success extended beyond the track. She won two more gold medals at the Seoul Olympics, in the 100 meters and the 4×100-meter relay events, making her an international star. She landed endorsement (代言) deals in Japan, and appeared in American television shows like “Santa Barbara” and “227”. And there was even had a doll modeled after her by LJN Toys.
However, Flo-Jo’s Olympic achievements were not without controversy. In 1989, former American track athlete Darrell Robinson alleged (指称) that Griffith Joyner provided him with money to purchase growth hormones. She strongly denied these accusations, and despite persistent rumors, she never tested positive for any banned substances during her career.
The International Olympic Committee’s medical commission conducted strict drug testing on Flo-Jo during the 1988 Olympics, and she consistently tested negative. She faced questions about the allegations throughout her career but maintained her innocence.
In 1989, just five months after her great success in Seoul, Griffith Joyner announced her retirement from track, explaining that she couldn’t give her all to training as she used to. She transitioned into motherhood, pursued a career in fashion design, and designed NBA uniforms for the Indiana Pacers in 1990.
Flo-Jo’s legacy endures, as she revolutionized women’s sprinting with her exceptional speed and unique fashion sense. Florence Griffith Joyner remains an iconic figure in the world of sports, remembered for her incredible talent, groundbreaking achievements, and unapologetic style.
4. What do we know about Griffith Joyner according to the passage
A. She passed away in America in 1989.
B. She benefited a lot from her running suits.
C. She pursued a career in fashion before her success.
D. She was very impressive at the 1988 Seoul Olympics.
5. Which word can best describe Griffith Joyner’s athletic career
A. Unexpected. B. Splendid. C. Struggling. D. Rewarding.
6. What contributed to Griffith Joyner’s retirement
A. Public false accusations. B. Her health problems.
C. Her shift in life priorities. D. Persuasion from her family.
7. In which column of a newspaper can we most probably read this text
A. History. B. Culture. C. Science. D. Entertainment.
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. C 7. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了运动员Griffith Joyner去世，接着介绍了她的辉煌的运动生涯以及她的曲折人生。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。由第一段“She was celebrated for her remarkable achievements, particularly during the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea.(她因其非凡的成就而备受赞誉，特别是在1988年韩国首尔夏季奥运会期间。)”可知，Griffith Joyner在1988年韩国首尔夏季奥运会表现出色。故选D。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。由第二段“During the Olympic qualifiers in 1988, Flo-Jo broke the 100-meter world record with an amazing time of 10.49 seconds. She continued to amaze the world by breaking the 200-meter world record in the same Olympics, crossing the finish line in 21.34 seconds with her iconic style, including long painted nails and colorful one-legged running suits.(在1988年的奥运会预选赛中，Flo-Jo以10秒49的惊人成绩打破了100米世界纪录。在同一届奥运会上，她继续打破200米世界纪录，以21.34秒的成绩冲过终点线，她的标志性风格包括长长的涂指甲油和彩色的单腿跑步服。)”及第三段“Griffith Joyner’s success extended beyond the track. She won two more gold medals at the Seoul Olympics, in the 100 meters and the 4×100-meter relay events, making her an international star.(Griffith Joyner的成功超越了田径。在首尔奥运会上，她又在100米和4×100-meter接力赛中获得两枚金牌，使她成为国际明星。)”可知，Griffith Joyner在各种大赛中取得了令人瞩目的成绩，因此她的运动生涯是辉煌的。故选B。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。由第六段“Griffith Joyner announced her retirement from track, explaining that she couldn’t give her all to training as she used to. She transitioned into motherhood, pursued a career in fashion design, and designed NBA uniforms for the Indiana Pacers in 1990.(Griffith Joyner宣布从田径队退役，她解释说，她不能像以前那样把全部精力都投入到训练中。后来，她成为了母亲，从事时装设计，并于1990年为印第安纳步行者队设计了NBA队服。)”可知，她的生活重心发生变化，因此退役。故选C。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“Twenty-five years ago, Florence Griffith Joyner, known as “Flo-Jo” died in her sleep, leaving behind a legacy that combined style and speed in the world of track and field. She was celebrated for her remarkable achievements, particularly during the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea.(25年前，被称为“Flo-Jo”的Florence Griffith Joyner在睡梦中去世，在田径界留下了一笔风格与速度相结合的遗产。她因其非凡的成就而备受赞誉，特别是在1988年韩国首尔夏季奥运会期间。)”可知，本篇文章介绍的是Griffith Joyner的人生经历，她的运动员精神会一直持续激励更多人，因此可能在文化栏目读到这篇文章。故选B。
C
Any schoolchild knows that a whale breathes through its blowhole. Fewer know that a blowhole is a nostril (鼻孔) slightly changed by evolution into a form more useful for a mammal that spends its life at sea. And only a dedicated expert would know that while toothed whales, such as sperm whales, have one hole, baleen (鲸须) whales, such as humpback and Rice whales, have two.
Even among the baleen whales, the placing of those nostrils differs. In some species they are close together. In others, they are much further apart. In a paper published in Biology Letters Conor Ryan, a marine biologist at the Scottish Association for Marine Science, suggests why that might be. Having two nostrils, he argues, helps whales smell in stereo (立体空间).
Many types of baleen whales eat tiny animals known as zooplankton (浮游动物), which they catch by filtering (过滤) them from seawater using the sheets of fibrous baleen that have replaced teeth in their mouths. But to eat something you first have to find it. Toothed whales do not hunt by scent. In fact, the olfactory bulb—the part of the brain that processes smell—is absent in such creatures. But baleen whales still have olfactory bulbs, which suggests smell remains important. And scent can indeed give zooplankton away. Zooplankton like to eat other tiny creatures called phytoplankton (浮游植物). When these are under attack, they release a special gas called dimethyl sulphide, which in turn attracts baleen whales.
Most animals have stereoscopic senses. Having two eyes, for instance, allows an animal to compare the images from each in order to perceive depth. Having two ears lets them locate the direction from which a sound is coming. Dr Ryan theorized that paired blowholes might bring baleen whales the same sorts of benefits.
The farther apart the sensory organs are, the more information can be extracted by the animal that bears them. The researchers used drones to photograph the nostrils of 143 whales belonging to 14 different species. Sure enough, baleen whales that often eat zooplankton, such as the North Atlantic right whale, have nostrils that are farther apart than do those, such as humpback whales, that eat zooplankton occasionally. Besides allowing them to breathe, it seems that some whales use their blowholes to determine in which direction dinner lies.
8. What do we know about whales’ nostrils according to the first two paragraphs
A. They are adapted ones. B. They are developed merely for smell.
C. They are not easy to detect. D. They are fixed universally in numbers.
9. What plays a role when baleen whales hunt zooplankton
A. The teeth that baleen whales have.
B. The smell that phytoplankton send.
C. The sound waves that zooplankton create.
D. The chemical signals that zooplankton give off.
10 How is the concept of stereoscopic senses explained in paragraph 4
A. By quoting a theory. B. By using examples.
C. By making contrast. D. By making inferences.
11. What is the position of nostrils related to according to the last paragraph
A. The sense of smell. B. The possibility to attract food.
C. The ability to locate food. D. The ability to communicate.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. B 11. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍的是关于须鲸的鼻孔的相关知识。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“Fewer know that a blowhole is a nostril (鼻孔) slightly changed by evolution into a form more useful for a mammal that spends its life at sea.(很少有人知道，呼吸孔是一种经过轻微进化的鼻孔，对于在海洋中生活的哺乳动物来说，它的形式更有用)”可知，根据前两段，鲸鱼的鼻孔是调整过的，故选A。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“When these are under attack, they release a special gas called dimethyl sulphide, which in turn attracts baleen whales.(当它们受到攻击时，它们会释放一种叫做二甲硫的特殊气体，反过来吸引须鲸)”可知，当须鲸捕食浮游动物时，浮游植物散发的气味起了作用。故选B。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“Having two eyes, for instance, allows an animal to compare the images from each in order to perceive depth. Having two ears lets them locate the direction from which a sound is coming.(例如，有两只眼睛的动物可以通过比较来自每只眼睛的图像来感知深度。它们有两只耳朵，可以确定声音传来的方向)”可知，第四段通过举例解释立体感觉的概念。故选B。
【11题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Besides allowing them to breathe, it seems that some whales use their blowholes to determine in which direction dinner lies.(除了让它们呼吸外，一些鲸鱼似乎还用它们的气孔来确定晚餐在哪个方向)”可知，鼻孔的位置与定位食物的能力有关。故选C。
D
About ten years ago, logging into Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram would mostly show posts from friends and family in the order they were posted. Today, these platforms present a mix of content, tailored by algorithms (算法) to match users’ interests, whether it’s plants, sports, cats, or politics.
Kyle Chayka, a writer for The New Yorker, discusses this topic in his book, Filterworld. He explains that algorithms analyze user data to predict and influence what they will likely engage with. This means that instead of a simple, chronological feed, users encounter a dynamic stream, constantly adapting to their preferences. Chayka examines how these algorithmic recommendations control what we consume, from music and movies to food and travel destinations. He argues that this machine-driven selection process has turned us into passive consumers, making our preferences and tastes more similar.
Chayka points out that algorithms make us passive by always showing us content that we’re unlikely to click away from but won’t find too unexpected or challenging. This constant stream of recommendations reduces our exposure to diverse or challenging content, subtly shaping our preferences and behaviors.
Moreover, Chayka points out that algorithms also pressure content creators, like musicians and artists, to tailor their work to fit these digital platforms. For instance, musicians on Spotify or TikTok might focus on creating catchy hooks at the beginning of their songs to grab the listener’s attention.
Despite the strong presence of these algorithms, Chayka believes that regulation could reduce their influence. He suggests that if Meta, the parent company of Facebook, were required to separate its various services, like Instagram or WhatsApp, and make them compete with each other, it could give users more control and choice over their digital consumption.
In summary, the change from simple, time-ordered social. media posts to algorithm-driven content has a big impact on both the viewers and the creators, influencing what we see, hear, and even think. Chayka’s insights highlight the need for greater awareness and potentially more regulation in our increasingly digital world.
12. According to the text, how have social media platforms changed in the past ten years
A. They show posts in a time-based order.
B. They prioritize posts from friends and family.
C. They make adjustments to satisfy users’ needs.
D. They provide more content to meet different needs.
13. What does Kyle Chayka think of algorithmic recommendations
A. They make users more active consumers.
B. They shape users’ preferences and behaviors.
C. They reduce the influence of content creators.
D. They expose users to diverse and challenging content.
14. How do algorithms influence musicians’ work on digital platforms
A. By encouraging musicians to create longer songs.
B. By discouraging musicians from using catchy hooks.
C. By giving musicians more control and choice over their music.
D. By requiring musicians to create their work to fit the platforms.
15. What can be concluded from the text
A. Tech companies should have more departments.
B. Social media algorithms give content creators less opportunities.
C. Social media algorithms flatten our culture by making decisions for us.
D. Network platforms have increased the common recommendations for 10 years.
【答案】12. C 13. B 14. D 15. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了如今社交媒体运用算法会根据用户的喜好进行相应的推送。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“About ten years ago, logging into Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram would mostly show posts from friends and family in the order they were posted. Today, these platforms present a mix of content, tailored by algorithms to match users’ interests, whether it’s plants, sports, cats, or politics.”（大约十年前，登录Facebook、Twitter或Instagram，看到的大多是朋友和家人发布的帖子，顺序是先后的。如今，这些平台呈现的内容是多种多样的，通过算法进行定制，以匹配用户的兴趣，无论是植物、体育、猫还是政治）可知，社交媒体平台在过去的十年里会根据用户的需求进行调整。故选C项。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“This constant stream of recommendations reduces our exposure to diverse or challenging content, subtly shaping our preferences and behaviors.”（这种源源不断的推荐减少了我们接触多样化或具有挑战性的内容，微妙地塑造了我们的偏好和行为）可知，Kyle Chayka认为算法推荐塑造了用户的偏好和行为。故选B项。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“Moreover, Chayka points out that algorithms also pressure content creators, like musicians and artists, to tailor their work to fit these digital platforms.”（此外，Chayka还指出，算法还会迫使音乐家和艺术家等内容创作者调整自己作品，以适应这些数字平台）可知，算法要求音乐家创作适合平台的作品。故选D项。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文且根据第三段“This constant stream of recommendations reduces our exposure to diverse or challenging content, subtly shaping our preferences and behaviors.”（这种源源不断的推荐减少了我们接触多样化或具有挑战性的内容，微妙地塑造了我们的偏好和行为）可知，文章主要介绍了社交媒体运用算法会根据用户的喜好进行相应的推送，但推送的内容因为缺乏挑战和多样性，进而使我们的文化更加扁平化。故选C项。
第二节(共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When you think of your closest friends, who will come to your mind Perhaps your college roommates or the neighbor you played with as a child. Regardless of how you met these people, they most likely have one key thing in common: ____16____ A 2023 study found that, for those aged 21 to 30, over 80 percent in their social circles, were born within five years of them. Moreover, nearly 63 percent of adults have no close friends 15 years older or younger than them.
Spending our time with such a narrow group of people can fuel age segregation and increase our loneliness. These limitations also keep us from other generations’ mindsets and potentially surprising points of connection. ____17____ Of course, the ones that are older might offer a brief look into the coming years.
A program that runs schools out of senior centers has said a lot about it. ____18____ Dawn Carr, a sociology professor, said most older people get much from practical help—with new technology, for instance—their younger friends offered. ____19____ Having fun with someone decades younger definitely takes off their pressure to “act their age”.
____20____ Lila, aged 75, was proud that her life experiences prepared her to give advice to her young friend with depression, for which the young was grateful. Also, older friends offer more examples of what growing up can look like. If someone’s parents are the only older people they know well, they might fail to picture other possibilities. A greater pool of older friends can help young people create their own blueprint.
A. You befriend those who live around.
B. They’re all roughly the same age as you.
C. Others might find joy in exposure to new ideas.
D. Brought closer, both see more than one benefit.
E. Younger friends can be a reminder of past selves.
F. Forming these kinds of friendship is particularly hard today.
G. Indeed, intergenerational relationship is never a one-way street.
【答案】16. B 17. E 18. D 19. C 20. G
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了老年人和年轻人交朋友给双方都会带来的好处。
【16题详解】
根据上文“Regardless of how you met these people, they most likely have one key thing in common (不管你是怎么认识这些人的，他们很可能有一个关键的共同点)”以及后文“A 2023 study found that, for those aged 21 to 30, over 80 percent in their social circles, were born within five years of them. Moreover, nearly 63 percent of adults have no close friends 15 years older or younger than them. (2023年的一项研究发现，对于21岁至30岁的人来说，社交圈中超过80%的人是在5年内出生的。此外，近63%的成年人没有比自己大或小15岁的亲密朋友。)”可知，本句主要说明上文提到的共同点是什么，结合后文的研究可知这些人都年纪接近。故B选项“他们都和你差不多大。”符合语境，故选B。
【17题详解】
根据后文“Of course, the ones that are older might offer a brief look into the coming years. (当然，那些年龄较大的可能会让我们对未来几年有一个简要的了解。)”可知，后文提到了年龄大的朋友会让我们了解未来，与此对应的，可知本句是正在说明年轻的朋友会让我们想起过去。故E选项“年轻的朋友可以提醒你过去的自己。”符合语境，故选E。
【18题详解】
根据上文“A program that runs schools out of senior centers has said a lot about it. (一个在老年中心外开办学校的项目对此做了很多介绍。)”以及后文“Dawn Carr, a sociology professor, said most older people get much from practical help—with new technology, for instance—their younger friends offered. (社会学教授道恩 卡尔说，大多数老年人从年轻朋友提供的实际帮助中获益良多，比如新技术。)”可知，本句主要说明项目介绍了老年人和年轻人相处会得到好处。故D选项“拉近距离，两者都看到了不止一个好处。”符合语境，故选D。
【19题详解】
根据后文“Having fun with someone decades younger definitely takes off their pressure to “act their age”. (和比自己小几十岁的人玩得开心，绝对可以减轻他们“表现得像同龄人”的压力。)”可知，后文提到了年纪大的人和比自己小几十岁的人玩得开心，可以减轻心理压力，即心理层面的好处。故C选项“其他人可能会从接触新思想中找到乐趣。”符合语境，故选C。
【20题详解】
根据本段内容“Lila, aged 75, was proud that her life experiences prepared her to give advice to her young friend with depression, for which the young was grateful. Also, older friends offer more examples of what growing up can look like. If someone’s parents are the only older people they know well, they might fail to picture other possibilities. A greater pool of older friends can help young people create their own blueprint. (75岁的莱拉很自豪，她的生活经历使她能够给患有抑郁症的年轻朋友提供建议，年轻人对此很感激。此外，年长的朋友提供了更多成长的例子。如果某人的父母是他们唯一熟悉的老年人，他们可能无法想象其他可能性。更多的年长朋友可以帮助年轻人创造自己的蓝图。)”结合上文主要论述了年轻人给老年人带来的好处，后文则主要提到了老年人对年轻人的好处，可知带来的好处不是单向的。故G选项“的确，代际关系从来不是单行道。”符合语境，故选G。
第三部分 语言知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节：完形填空(共15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四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Last year, my friend, Kydee Williams, and I started a non-profit project because we wanted to do charity work differently. Thus, The Pop-Up Care Shop was ____21____.
TPUCS is a traveling shop of ____22____ donated goods for people in need. During the holidays, we ____23____ clothing drives and then went to women’s shelters. Our main goal was to help inspire women who were ____24____ with hope as well as bring a little holiday cheer to our local communities. ____25____ any project or movement wasn’t easy. Brainstorming and coming up with cool ideas was the ____26____ part, but actually bringing those ideas to life can seem almost ____27____ at times. However, there were lessons about ____28____ that we didn’t fully realize until we started this journey.
From our experience, we learned smaller shelters, especially those in less-commercialized areas were often ____29____ when it came to getting community support. Actually, they were typically more _____30_____ to new and creative ideas and would greatly welcome _____31_____ who offered help. Under our inspiration, many _____32_____ people devoted themselves to non-profit work. Many shelters are understaffed and the staff overworked. Working directly with them helped us _____33_____ the specific needs of the shelter.
While material things like food, clothes, money, and shelter can help people survive, what _____34_____ helps people live is the intangible (无形) necessities like love, presence, patience. Even though we can’t help every single person in the world, we can _____35_____ a world of difference for at least one person.
21. A. found B. donated C. born D. purchased
22. A. cheap B. free C. value D. messy
23. A. quit B. chose C. forbade D. held
24. A. homeless B. fearless C. guiltless D. restless
25. A. Ceasing B. Highlighting C. Starting D. Monitoring
26. A. hard B. fun C. odd D. core
27. A. crucial B. unnecessary C. impossible D. logical
28. A. breaking down B. giving back C. keeping up D. pulling through
29. A. ignored B. emphasized C. mentioned D. estimated
30. A. harmful B. relevant C. opposed D. open
31. A. shoppers B. pioneers C. officers D. volunteers
32. A. reliable B. selfless C. creative D. courageous
33. A. understand B. satisfy C. anticipate D. illustrate
34. A. originally B. slightly C. truly D. barely
35. A. identify B. detect C. reveal D. make
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. D 24. A 25. C 26. B 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. D 32. B 33. A 34. C 35. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了，去年作者和朋友创建非盈利项目The Pop-Up Care Shop的经历，该项目为需要的人提供免费的捐赠品，他们发现小型庇护所在获取社区支持方面常遇困难，但更欢迎创新和帮助，作者意识到物质帮助虽重要，但无形的爱、陪伴和耐心更能帮助人们生活，他们虽不能帮助所有人，但能为至少一个人带来改变。
21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：因此，The Pop-Up Care Shop诞生了。A. found发现；B. donated捐赠；C. born诞生；D. purchased购买。由上文“Last year, my friend, Kydee Williams, and I started a non-profit project because we wanted to do charity work differently. (去年，我和我的朋友凯迪·威廉姆斯开始了一个非营利项目，因为我们想以不同的方式做慈善工作)”可知，作者和朋友因为想以不同的方式做慈善工作，所以创建了一个非盈利项目，The Pop-Up Care Shop诞生了。故选C项。
【22题详解】
考查形容词和名词词义辨析。句意：TPUC是一家为有需要的人提供免费捐赠商品的旅行商店。A. cheap便宜的；B. free免费的；C. value价值；D. messy混乱的。由上文“Last year, my friend, Kydee Williams, and I started a non-profit project because we wanted to do charity work differently. (去年，我和我的朋友凯迪·威廉姆斯开始了一个非营利项目，因为我们想以不同的方式做慈善工作)”讲这个组织是非盈利项目，是慈善工作，所以提供免费的捐赠品给需要的人。故选B项。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：假期期间，我们举行了服装活动，然后去了妇女庇护所。A. quit退出；B. chose选择；C. forbade禁止；D. held举办。由下文“clothing drives and then went to women’s shelters”可知，运营非盈利项目的他们举办了衣物捐赠这样的慈善活动，之后把捐赠衣物送到妇女的庇护所处。故选D项。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们的主要目标是帮助激发无家可归的妇女的希望，并为我们当地的社区带来一点节日的欢乐。A. homeless无家可归的；B. fearless无畏的；C. guiltless无罪的；D. restless焦躁不安的。由上文“women’s shelters (妇女庇护所)”可知，那些女性应该都是无家可归的。故选A项。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：开始任何项目或运动都不容易。A. Ceasing停止；B. Highlighting突出、强调；C. Starting开始；D. Monitoring监视。由上文语境可知， 由于这个项目仍在初始阶段，所以启动任何项目或运动都不容易。故选C项。
【26题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：集思广益并想出很酷的想法是有趣的部分，但实际上，有时将这些想法付诸实践似乎几乎是不可能的。A. hard困难的；B. fun有趣的；C. odd古怪的；D. core核心的。由上文“Brainstorming and coming up with cool ideas”可知，集思广益并想出很酷的想法应该会很有趣，作者通过头脑风暴的趣味性和付诸行动的困难性做对比，此处为表现过程的趣味性。故选B项。
【27题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：集思广益并想出很酷想法是有趣的部分，但实际上，有时将这些想法付诸实践似乎几乎是不可能的。A. crucial关键的；B. unnecessary不必要的；C. impossible不可能的；D. logical符合逻辑的。用下文“at times”来强调有时候将想法付诸实践会显得困难，作者通过头脑风暴的趣味性和付诸行动的困难性做对比，强调方案实施的艰难。故选C项。
【28题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：然而，在我们开始这段旅程之前，我们并没有完全意识到关于回馈的教训。A. breaking down发生故障；B. giving back归还、回馈；C. keeping up跟上；D. pulling through渡过难关。通过下文“Working directly with them (与他们直接合作)”与庇护所工作人员直接接触可知，这个项目让作者学到了关于回馈、反馈的道理。故选B项。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：从我们的经验中，我们了解到，在获得社区支持时，较小的避难所，尤其是那些商业化程度较低地区的避难所往往被忽视。A. ignored忽视；B. emphasized强调；C. mentioned提到；D. estimated估计。由本处语境可知，此处指较小的庇护所，特别是在商业化程度较低的地区，在获得社区支持方面往往被忽视，强调这些庇护所在获取支持方面的困境。故选A项。
【30题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：事实上，他们通常对新的创意更开放，并非常欢迎提供帮助的志愿者。A. harmful有害的；B. relevant相关的；C. opposed强烈反对的；D. open开放的。由上下文语境可知，这些庇护所对新的和富有创意的想法更开放，与下文“Under our inspiration, many ____12____ people devoted themselves to non-profit work. (在我们的激励下，许多……人投身于非营利工作)”讲更多人投身于此相呼应。故选D项。
【31题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：事实上，他们通常对新的创意更开放，并非常欢迎提供帮助的志愿者。A. shoppers购物者；B. pioneers开拓者；C. officers官员；D. volunteers志愿者。由下文“who offered help”可知，这指的是志愿者，即那些愿意主动提供帮助的人。故选D项。
【32题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：在我们的激励下，许多无私的人投身于非营利工作。A. reliable可靠的；B. selfless无私的；C. creative创造性的；D. courageous勇敢的。由上下文语境可知，由于这个项目激励了更多人投身慈善，这群人都是非常无私奉献的。故选B项。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：与他们直接合作有助于我们了解庇护所的具体需求。A. understand理解、了解；B. satisfy使满意；C. anticipate期望；D. illustrate说明。由上文“Many shelters are understaffed and the staff overworked. (许多收容所人手不足，工作人员工作过度)”可知，这个组织只有真正接触了这些工作人员才知道他们真正的需求，这里强调通过接触来理解需求。故选A项。
【34题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：虽然食物、衣服、金钱和住所等物质可以帮助人们生存，但真正帮助人们生活的是无形的必需品，如爱、存在和耐心。A. originally原来；B. slightly稍微；C. truly真正地；D. barely几乎没有。由上下文语境可知，此处通过食物、庇护所等物质与爱、陪伴和耐心这样的无形必需品做对比，强调这些事物的真实价值，因此，“truly”作为副词，符合文意。故选C项。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：尽管我们不能帮助世界上的每一个人，但我们至少可以为一个人创造一个不同的世界。A. identify识别；B. detect侦察出；C. reveal揭示；D. make制造。由上下文语境可知，作者希望通过自己的行动去帮助他人，并且呼吁更多人加入慈善的队伍，去为需要帮助的人带去改变，为他们创造一个不同的世界。故选D项。
第二节：语法填空(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。
In recent years, China has been working hard to improve living conditions in rural areas through a program called the New Rural Development Initiative.______36______ goal of this initiative is to improve infrastructure (基础设施), modernize farming practices, and enhance the overall quality of life for those ______37______ (live) in the countryside.
One important aspect of the initiative is the improvement of rural infrastructure______38______ includes the construction of better roads, bridges, and watering systems ______39______ (improve) the efficiency of transportation and agricultural activities.
Another key focus is the promotion of modern agricultural______40______ (technique). By introducing advanced farming methods and technologies, such as organic farming and the use of
machinery farmers are able to increase their productivity and income ______41______ damaging the environment.
Furthermore, the initiative emphasizes the importance of preserving traditional culture and heritage in rural communities. Efforts______42______ (make) to regenerate local traditions, which not only enriches the cultural _______43_______ (diverse) of the countryside but also creates new opportunities for cultural tourism and sustainable development. The initiative also aims to enhance the living environment in rural areas through the restoration of traditional houses ______44______ the construction of public facilities.
Through the initiative, China is working hard to create a more prosperous (繁荣的) and _______45_______ (harmony) countryside, providing its rural residents with better opportunities and an improved quality of life.
【答案】36. The
37. living 38. that##which
39. to improve
40. techniques
41. without
42. are being made##are made##have been made
43. diversity
44. and 45. harmonious
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。近年来，中国一直在努力通过一个名为“新农村发展计划”的项目改善农村地区的生活条件。这一倡议的目标是改善基础设施，实现农业现代化，提高农村居民的整体生活质量。
【36题详解】
考查冠词。句意：这一倡议的目标是改善基础设施，实现农业现代化，提高农村居民的整体生活质量。此处goal特指这一倡议的目标，应用定冠词the，首字母大写。故填The。
【37题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：这一倡议的目标是改善基础设施，实现农业现代化，提高农村居民的整体生活质量。分析句子结构可知，live与逻辑主语those构成主动关系，应用现在分词，作定语。故填living。
【38题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：该倡议的一个重要方面是改善农村基础设施，包括建设更好的道路、桥梁和供水系统，以提高运输和农业活动的效率。此处是限定性定语从句，修饰先行词improvement，指物，关系词在从句作主语，应用关系代词that或which引导。故填that或which。
【39题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：该倡议的一个重要方面是改善农村基础设施，包括建设更好的道路、桥梁和供水系统，以提高运输和农业活动的效率。分析句子结构可知，improve在句中作目的状语，应用动词不定式。故填to improve。
【40题详解】
考查名词复数。句意：另一个重点是推广现代农业技术。technique为可数名词，结合语境可知，数量大于一，应用复数形式。故填techniques。
【41题详解】
考查介词。句意：通过引进先进的农业方法和技术，如有机农业和机械的使用，农民能够在不破坏环境的情况下提高生产力和收入。后跟动名词作宾语，表示“不，没有”应用介词without。故填without。
【42题详解】
考查时态语态。句意：我们正在努力/已经努力恢复地方传统，这不仅丰富了农村的文化多样性，而且为文化旅游和可持续发展创造了新的机会。此处主语与谓语构成被动关系，结合语境此处可知，表示正在进行可用现在进行时的被动语态；陈述事实可用一般现在时的被动语态或表示过去发生的动作对现在产生影响，用现在完成时的被动语态，主语为复数名词，谓语用复数。故填are being made/are made/have been made。
【43题详解】
考查名词。句意：我们正在努力/已经努力恢复地方传统，这不仅丰富了农村的文化多样性，而且为文化旅游和可持续发展创造了新的机会。此处作动词的宾语，应用名词diversity“多样性”，不可数。故填diversity。
【44题详解】
考查连词。句意：该倡议还旨在通过修复传统房屋和建设公共设施来改善农村地区的生活环境。此处the restoration of traditional houses与后文the construction of public facilities为并列关系，应用连词and。故填and。
【45题详解】
考查形容词。句意：通过“一带一路”建设，中国正在努力建设一个更加繁荣和谐的农村，为农村居民提供更好的机会，提高生活质量。此处修饰名词countryside，应用形容词harmonious“和谐的”，作定语。故填harmonious。
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：应用文写作(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，为了响应传统文化进校园的号召，你校国际部正面向全校学生征集活动方案。请你给负责人George写一封邮件，内容包括：
1.你的方案；
2.说明理由。
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。
Dear George,
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear George,
In response to the initiative of bringing traditional culture into our campus, I propose organizing a cultural festival dedicated to showcasing various aspects of Chinese heritage. This festival would include workshops on traditional crafts, performances of folk dances, and exhibitions of ancient artworks.
The reason for this proposal is two-fold. Firstly, it provides an excellent platform for students to learn about and appreciate the rich cultural traditions of China. Secondly, it fosters a deeper understanding of diverse cultures among our international students.
I believe that this festival will not only enrich our campus life but also promote cultural exchange and understanding. Thank you for considering my proposal, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达是一篇应用文。要求考生给负责人George写一封邮件，内容主要是学校国际部面向全校学生征集的响应传统文化进校园的号召的活动方案。
【详解】1.词汇积累
各种各样的：various→all kinds of
首先：firstly→to begin with
优秀的：excellent→outstanding
感谢：thank→appreciate
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：In response to the initiative of bringing traditional culture into our campus, I propose organizing a cultural festival dedicated to showcasing various aspects of Chinese heritage.
拓展句：In response to the initiative of bringing traditional culture into our campus, I propose organizing a cultural festival which is dedicated to showcasing various aspects of Chinese heritage.
【点睛】[高分句型1]
In response to the initiative of bringing traditional culture into our campus, I propose organizing a cultural festival dedicated to showcasing various aspects of Chinese heritage.（运用了动名词作宾语，过去分词作后置定语）
[高分句型2]
I believe that this festival will not only enrich our campus life but also promote cultural exchange and understanding.（运用了that引导宾语从句）
第二节：读后续写(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When a tornado(龙卷风) touched down in a small town nearby,many families were left completed ruined. Afterward all the local newspapers carried many human-interest stories featuring some of the families who suffered the hardest.
One Sunday, a particular picture especially touched me. A young woman stood in front of an entirely shattered(破碎的) mobile home, a depressed expression on her face. A young boy, seven or eight years old, stood at her side, eyes downward. Clutching(紧握) at her skirt was a tiny girl who stared into the camera, eyes wide with confusion and fear.
The article that went with the picture gave the clothing sizes of each family member. With growing interest, I noticed that their sizes closely matched ours. This would be a good opportunity to teach my children to help those less fortunate than themselves. I stuck the picture of the young family on our refrigerator, explaining their difficulty to my seven-year-old twins, Brad and Brett, and to three-year-old Meghan.
“These poor people now have nothing,” I said. “We’ll share what we have with them. I brought three large boxes down from the room upstairs and placed them on the living room floor. Meghan watched seriously, as the boys and I filled one of the boxes with canned goods and foods.
While I sorted through our clothes, I encouraged the boys to go through their toys and donate some of their less favorite things. Meghan watched quietly as the boys piled up old toys and games.
Meghan walked up with Lucy, her worn, much-loved rag doll hugged tightly to her chest. She came to the box that held the toys, pressed her round little face into Lucy's flat, painted-on-face, gave her a final kiss, then laid her gently on top of the other toys.
“Oh, Honey,” I said.” You don’t have to give Lucy. You love her so much.”
Meghan nodded seriously, eyes filled with held-back tears. "Lucy makes me happy, Mommy. Maybe she’ll make that other little girl happy,too.”
Paragraph. 1:
The boys had watched,open-mouthed,as their baby sister placed her favorite doll in the box.
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Paragraph. 2:
I looked my children for a long moment.
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【答案】The boys had watched, open-mouthed, as their baby sister placed her favorite doll in the box. Without a word, Brad rose and went to his room. He came back carrying one of his favorite action figures. He hesitated briefly, clutching the toy, then looked over at Meghan and placed it in the box next to Lucy. A slow smile spread across Brett’s face. Then he jumped up, eyes twinkling as he ran to fetch some of his prized Matchbox cars. Astonished, I realized that the boys had also recognized what little Meghan’s gesture meant.
I looked at my children for a long moment. Swallowing back tears, I pulled all three of them into my arms. Inspired by my little ones, I removed my old jacket from the box of clothes. I replaced it with the new hunter green jacket that I had found on sale last week. I hoped the young woman in the picture would love it as much as I did. It’s easy to give what we don’t want any more, but harder to let go of things we cherish. However, the true spirit of giving is to give with your heart.
【解析】
【分析】本文以一张报纸上照片为线索展开。讲述了一次严重的龙卷风灾害后，作者在报纸上看到了很多受灾家庭的照片，心生怜悯之情。于是决定发动自己的家人向他们捐赠一些物资，自己的女儿将自己最喜欢的玩具也捐了出去的故事。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“当他们的小妹妹把她最喜欢的洋娃娃放进盒子里时，两个男孩张大了嘴巴看着。”可知，第一段可描写男孩子门在看到妹妹这一举动之后的表现。
②由第二段首句内容“我盯着我的孩子看了很长时间。”可知，第二段可描写作者在看到自己孩子的举动之后的反应和内心的感悟。
2.续写线索：男孩子惊讶——男孩子拿出自己的东西——我惊讶——拿出我的东西——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①.放弃： let go of / abandon
②.忍住泪水：swallowing back/holding back tears
情绪类
①.惊讶：astonished / amazed / be surprised
②.犹豫：hesitate/stand at
【点睛】[高分句型1]. I realized that the boys had also recognized what little Meghan’s gesture meant.（that引导的宾语从句和what引导的宾语从句）
[高分句型2]. Swallowing back tears, I pulled all three of them into my arms. Inspired by my little ones, I removed my old jacket from the box of clothes.（由现在分词作伴随状语）
[高分句型3]. I replaced it with the new hunter green jacket that I had found on sale last week.（that引导的定语从句）
听力1-5 BACAA 6-10 CCBCB 11-15BACAA 16-20BBBCC辽宁省重点高中沈阳市郊联体
2023—2024学年度下学期考试高二年级期中试题
英语
考试时间：120分钟 试卷总分：150分
注意事项：
本试卷由第Ⅰ卷和第Ⅱ卷两部分组成。第Ⅰ卷中选择题部分，一律涂在答题卡上;第Ⅱ卷，为非选择题部分，按要求答在答题卡相应位置上。
第Ⅰ卷 选择题
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．When did the man visit the National Park
A．Last September B．Last December. C．This July.
2．What does the woman think of Olivia
A．She is quiet. B．She is sociable. C．She is talkative.
3．What will the man do this Tuesday
A．Attend an interview. B．Meet his doctor. C．Deliver a speech.
4．What is the man’s chief consideration in choosing the cottage
A．Its location. B．Its comfort. C．Its facilities.
5．Where did the conversation probably take place
A．At the airport. B．In the office. C．At the hotel.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。
6．What is the man’s attitude towards his job
A．He is tired of the same old routine.
B．He is curious about his job prospect.
C．He is enthusiastic about this demanding job.
7．How old is the man
A．25． B．40． C．65．
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8．What does the woman suggest buying for Amber’s housewarming
A．A purple blue dress. B．A pale pink lamp. C．Pale blue scented candles.
9．Who are the speakers
A．Amber’s neighbors. B．Amber’s house sitters. C．Amber’s parents.
听第8段材料，回答第10至13题。
10．What does the man know about Zhuozheng Garden
A．It was first built in the Qing Dynasty.
B．It tops the other classical gardens in Suzhou.
C．It is about 6 miles away from Gusu District.
11．What does the woman say about Liuyuan Garden and Tuisi Garden
A．They are eighty miles apart.
B．They are in opposite directions.
C．They are quite close to each other.
12．Which garden will the man skip this time
A．Tuisi Garden. B．Liuyuan Garden. C．Zhuozheng Garden.
13．Why is Suzhou Museum worth visiting
A．It is otherwise known as the Garden Museum.
B．It features the Qing Dynasty’s garden landscaping.
C．It houses relics dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．What are the speakers talking about
A．Managing the reading workload.
B．Deciding which books to read.
C．Choosing the right pen for marking.
15．What does the man use to mark new vocabulary
A．Orange color. B．Blue color. C．Yellow color.
16．What is the man’s system for marking
A．He prefers to mark as little as possible.
B．He marks after reading the entire paragraph.
C．He uses smiley faces to identify amusing areas.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What is the focus for the 2024-2025 SLP program
A．Academic achievements.
B．Environmental protection.
C．The development of leadership.
18．Which session of the program is to be run in the USA
A．Pre-summer program B．Summer program C．Post-summer program
19．What should the participants do after the summer program
A．Create a follow-up program.
B．Complete academic coursework.
C．Carry out their community engagement plans.
20．Who are encouraged to apply for the program
A．Overseas students studying in America now.
B．Students who are interested in global issues.
C．Students who haven’t been to America before.
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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出一个最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Movies to Enjoy
Eating Animals
The 2018 documentary Eating Animals, based on the book by Jonathan Safran Foer published in 2009, tells us that factory farming is bad, and that most Americans don’t realize just how bad. Still, this isn’t a feel-guilty film. There’s plenty of hope as director Christopher Quinn shows farmers who are still using practices that do not, for example, force chickens to live their short lives in a dark building while covered in their own poop (大便). Will the film cause you to go vegan (素食主义者) Eh, burgers are really tasty. But it will make you think about what it is that you’re putting in your mouth and maybe inspire you to head for the farmers’ market to see what a chicken that lived a happy life tastes like.
Landmark’s E Street Cinema, 555 11th St. NW, Washington, D. C.; opens on Oct. 15 (Mon.), $10-$12.50.
Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema, 7235 Woodmont Ave. Bethesda, MD.; opens on Oct. 15(Mon.), $9.50-$12.50.
The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia
Sometimes it’s enjoyable to see what everyone else has been seeing. It helps with dinner party conversation. Sometimes, though, it’s fun to see something really different. The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia is a 2009 documentary about the only two surviving performers of Armenian tightrope dancing, 76 and 77 at the time of the film, and their desperate efforts to pass on the traditional art form to the only student of tightrope dancing left in the land, a 16- year-old orphan boy.
Library of Congress, Mary Pickford Theater, 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington D.C.; Oct. 15 (Mon.),8p.m., free.
Family Movie Series
The Old Greenbelt Theatre is here to help quiet the endless “ I’m bored “ at the weekend. Every Sunday at l p.m., you can take the kids to see a family-friendly film for free, including Despicable Me 3 and Paddington 2. Just have fun!
The Old Greenbelt Theatre, 129 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD.;Sundays through
Dec.30,1p.m.,free.
1. Which statement about Eating Animals is TRUE
A. It’s directed by Jonathan Safran Foer.
B It’s a feel-guilty story about the bad factory farming.
C. It may cause many more Americans to go vegan.
D. It can help raise people’s awareness of food.
2. What could someone who wants to enjoy a film for free on October 15 choose
A. Eating Animals. B. The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia.
C. Despicable Me 3. D. Paddington 2.
3. Where should she go if a woman wants to spend a happy weekend with her children
A. Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema
B. Library of Congress, Mary Pickford Theater.
C. 555 11th St. NW,Washington, D.C.
D. 129 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD.
B
Twenty-five years ago, Florence Griffith Joyner, known as “Flo-Jo” died in her sleep, leaving behind a legacy that combined style and speed in the world of track and field. She was celebrated for her remarkable achievements, particularly during the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea.
During the Olympic qualifiers in 1988, Flo-Jo broke the 100-meter world record with an amazing time of 10.49 seconds. She continued to amaze the world by breaking the 200-meter world record in the same Olympics, crossing the finish line in 21.34 seconds with her iconic style, including long painted nails and colorful one-legged running suits.
Griffith Joyner’s success extended beyond the track. She won two more gold medals at the Seoul Olympics, in the 100 meters and the 4×100-meter relay events, making her an international star. She landed endorsement (代言) deals in Japan, and appeared in American television shows like “Santa Barbara” and “227”. And there was even had a doll modeled after her by LJN Toys.
However, Flo-Jo’s Olympic achievements were not without controversy. In 1989, former American track athlete Darrell Robinson alleged (指称) that Griffith Joyner provided him with money to purchase growth hormones. She strongly denied these accusations, and despite persistent rumors, she never tested positive for any banned substances during her career.
The International Olympic Committee’s medical commission conducted strict drug testing on Flo-Jo during the 1988 Olympics, and she consistently tested negative. She faced questions about the allegations throughout her career but maintained her innocence.
In 1989, just five months after her great success in Seoul, Griffith Joyner announced her retirement from track, explaining that she couldn’t give her all to training as she used to. She transitioned into motherhood, pursued a career in fashion design, and designed NBA uniforms for the Indiana Pacers in 1990.
Flo-Jo’s legacy endures, as she revolutionized women’s sprinting with her exceptional speed and unique fashion sense. Florence Griffith Joyner remains an iconic figure in the world of sports, remembered for her incredible talent, groundbreaking achievements, and unapologetic style.
4. What do we know about Griffith Joyner according to the passage
A. She passed away in America in 1989.
B. She benefited a lot from her running suits.
C. She pursued a career in fashion before her success.
D. She was very impressive at the 1988 Seoul Olympics.
5. Which word can best describe Griffith Joyner’s athletic career
A. Unexpected. B. Splendid. C. Struggling. D. Rewarding.
6. What contributed to Griffith Joyner’s retirement
A. Public false accusations. B. Her health problems.
C. Her shift in life priorities. D. Persuasion from her family.
7. In which column of a newspaper can we most probably read this text
A. History. B. Culture. C. Science. D. Entertainment.
C
Any schoolchild knows that a whale breathes through its blowhole. Fewer know that a blowhole is a nostril (鼻孔) slightly changed by evolution into a form more useful for a mammal that spends its life at sea. And only a dedicated expert would know that while toothed whales, such as sperm whales, have one hole, baleen (鲸须) whales, such as humpback and Rice whales, have two.
Even among the baleen whales, the placing of those nostrils differs. In some species they are close together. In others, they are much further apart. In a paper published in Biology Letters Conor Ryan, a marine biologist at the Scottish Association for Marine Science, suggests why that might be. Having two nostrils, he argues, helps whales smell in stereo (立体空间).
Many types of baleen whales eat tiny animals known as zooplankton (浮游动物), which they catch by filtering (过滤) them from seawater using the sheets of fibrous baleen that have replaced teeth in their mouths. But to eat something you first have to find it. Toothed whales do not hunt by scent. In fact, the olfactory bulb—the part of the brain that processes smell—is absent in such creatures. But baleen whales still have olfactory bulbs, which suggests smell remains important. And scent can indeed give zooplankton away. Zooplankton like to eat other tiny creatures called phytoplankton (浮游植物). When these are under attack, they release a special gas called dimethyl sulphide, which in turn attracts baleen whales.
Most animals have stereoscopic senses. Having two eyes, for instance, allows an animal to compare the images from each in order to perceive depth. Having two ears lets them locate the direction from which a sound is coming. Dr Ryan theorized that paired blowholes might bring baleen whales the same sorts of benefits.
The farther apart the sensory organs are, the more information can be extracted by the animal that bears them. The researchers used drones to photograph the nostrils of 143 whales belonging to 14 different species. Sure enough, baleen whales that often eat zooplankton, such as the North Atlantic right whale, have nostrils that are farther apart than do those, such as humpback whales, that eat zooplankton occasionally. Besides allowing them to breathe, it seems that some whales use their blowholes to determine in which direction dinner lies.
8. What do we know about whales’ nostrils according to the first two paragraphs
A. They are adapted ones. B. They are developed merely for smell.
C. They are not easy to detect. D. They are fixed universally in numbers.
9. What plays a role when baleen whales hunt zooplankton
A. The teeth that baleen whales have.
B. The smell that phytoplankton send.
C. The sound waves that zooplankton create.
D. The chemical signals that zooplankton give off.
10. How is the concept of stereoscopic senses explained in paragraph 4
A. By quoting a theory. B. By using examples.
C. By making contrast. D. By making inferences.
11. What is the position of nostrils related to according to the last paragraph
A. The sense of smell. B. The possibility to attract food.
C. The ability to locate food. D. The ability to communicate.
D
About ten years ago, logging into Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram would mostly show posts from friends and family in the order they were posted. Today, these platforms present a mix of content, tailored by algorithms (算法) to match users’ interests, whether it’s plants, sports, cats, or politics.
Kyle Chayka, a writer for The New Yorker, discusses this topic in his book, Filterworld. He explains that algorithms analyze user data to predict and influence what they will likely engage with. This means that instead of a simple, chronological feed, users encounter a dynamic stream, constantly adapting to their preferences. Chayka examines how these algorithmic recommendations control what we consume, from music and movies to food and travel destinations. He argues that this machine-driven selection process has turned us into passive consumers, making our preferences and tastes more similar.
Chayka points out that algorithms make us passive by always showing us content that we’re unlikely to click away from but won’t find too unexpected or challenging. This constant stream of recommendations reduces our exposure to diverse or challenging content, subtly shaping our preferences and behaviors.
Moreover, Chayka points out that algorithms also pressure content creators, like musicians and artists, to tailor their work to fit these digital platforms. For instance, musicians on Spotify or TikTok might focus on creating catchy hooks at the beginning of their songs to grab the listener’s attention.
Despite the strong presence of these algorithms, Chayka believes that regulation could reduce their influence. He suggests that if Meta, the parent company of Facebook, were required to separate its various services, like Instagram or WhatsApp, and make them compete with each other, it could give users more control and choice over their digital consumption.
In summary, the change from simple, time-ordered social. media posts to algorithm-driven content has a big impact on both the viewers and the creators, influencing what we see, hear, and even think. Chayka’s insights highlight the need for greater awareness and potentially more regulation in our increasingly digital world.
12. According to the text how have social media platforms changed in the past ten years
A. They show posts in a time-based order.
B. They prioritize posts from friends and family.
C. They make adjustments to satisfy users’ needs.
D They provide more content to meet different needs.
13. What does Kyle Chayka think of algorithmic recommendations
A. They make users more active consumers.
B. They shape users’ preferences and behaviors.
C. They reduce the influence of content creators.
D. They expose users to diverse and challenging content.
14. How do algorithms influence musicians’ work on digital platforms
A. By encouraging musicians to create longer songs.
B. By discouraging musicians from using catchy hooks.
C. By giving musicians more control and choice over their music.
D. By requiring musicians to create their work to fit the platforms.
15. What can be concluded from the text
A. Tech companies should have more departments.
B. Social media algorithms give content creators less opportunities.
C. Social media algorithms flatten our culture by making decisions for us.
D. Network platforms have increased the common recommendations for 10 years.
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。
When you think of your closest friends, who will come to your mind Perhaps your college roommates or the neighbor you played with as a child. Regardless of how you met these people, they most likely have one key thing in common: ____16____ A 2023 study found that, for those aged 21 to 30, over 80 percent in their social circles, were born within five years of them. Moreover, nearly 63 percent of adults have no close friends 15 years older or younger than them.
Spending our time with such a narrow group of people can fuel age segregation and increase our loneliness. These limitations also keep us from other generations’ mindsets and potentially surprising points of connection. ____17____ Of course, the ones that are older might offer a brief look into the coming years.
A program that runs schools out of senior centers has said a lot about it. ____18____ Dawn Carr, a sociology professor, said most older people get much from practical help—with new technology, for instance—their younger friends offered. ____19____ Having fun with someone decades younger definitely takes off their pressure to “act their age”.
____20____ Lila, aged 75, was proud that her life experiences prepared her to give advice to her young friend with depression, for which the young was grateful. Also, older friends offer more examples of what growing up can look like. If someone’s parents are the only older people they know well, they might fail to picture other possibilities. A greater pool of older friends can help young people create their own blueprint.
A. You befriend those who live around.
B. They’re all roughly the same age as you.
C. Others might find joy in exposure to new ideas.
D. Brought closer, both see more than one benefit.
E. Younger friends can be a reminder of past selves.
F. Forming these kinds of friendship is particularly hard today.
G. Indeed, intergenerational relationship is never a one-way street.
第三部分 语言知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节：完形填空(共15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四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Last year my friend, Kydee Williams, and I started a non-profit project because we wanted to do charity work differently. Thus, The Pop-Up Care Shop was ____21____.
TPUCS is a traveling shop of ____22____ donated goods for people in need. During the holidays, we ____23____ clothing drives and then went to women’s shelters. Our main goal was to help inspire women who were ____24____ with hope as well as bring a little holiday cheer to our local communities. ____25____ any project or movement wasn’t easy. Brainstorming and coming up with cool ideas was the ____26____ part, but actually bringing those ideas to life can seem almost ____27____ at times. However, there were lessons about ____28____ that we didn’t fully realize until we started this journey.
From our experience, we learned smaller shelters, especially those in less-commercialized areas were often ____29____ when it came to getting community support. Actually, they were typically more _____30_____ to new and creative ideas and would greatly welcome _____31_____ who offered help. Under our inspiration, many _____32_____ people devoted themselves to non-profit work. Many shelters are understaffed and the staff overworked. Working directly with them helped us _____33_____ the specific needs of the shelter.
While material things like food, clothes, money, and shelter can help people survive, what _____34_____ helps people live is the intangible (无形) necessities like love, presence, patience. Even though we can’t help every single person in the world, we can _____35_____ a world of difference for at least one person.
21. A. found B. donated C. born D. purchased
22. A. cheap B. free C. value D. messy
23. A. quit B. chose C. forbade D. held
24. A. homeless B. fearless C. guiltless D. restless
25. A. Ceasing B. Highlighting C. Starting D. Monitoring
26. A. hard B. fun C. odd D. core
27. A. crucial B. unnecessary C. impossible D. logical
28. A. breaking down B. giving back C. keeping up D. pulling through
29. A. ignored B. emphasized C. mentioned D. estimated
30. A. harmful B. relevant C. opposed D. open
31. A. shoppers B. pioneers C. officers D. volunteers
32. A. reliable B. selfless C. creative D. courageous
33. A. understand B. satisfy C. anticipate D. illustrate
34. A. originally B. slightly C. truly D. barely
35. A. identify B. detect C. reveal D. make
第二节：语法填空(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。
In recent years, China has been working hard to improve living conditions in rural areas through a program called the New Rural Development Initiative.______36______ goal of this initiative is to improve infrastructure (基础设施), modernize farming practices, and enhance the overall quality of life for those ______37______ (live) in the countryside.
One important aspect of the initiative is the improvement of rural infrastructure______38______ includes the construction of better roads, bridges, and watering systems ______39______ (improve) the efficiency of transportation and agricultural activities.
Another key focus is the promotion of modern agricultural______40______ (technique). By introducing advanced farming methods and technologies, such as organic farming and the use of
machinery, farmers are able to increase their productivity and income ______41______ damaging the environment.
Furthermore, the initiative emphasizes the importance of preserving traditional culture and heritage in rural communities. Efforts______42______ (make) to regenerate local traditions, which not only enriches the cultural _______43_______ (diverse) of the countryside but also creates new opportunities for cultural tourism and sustainable development. The initiative also aims to enhance the living environment in rural areas through the restoration of traditional houses ______44______ the construction of public facilities.
Through the initiative, China is working hard to create a more prosperous (繁荣) and _______45_______ (harmony) countryside, providing its rural residents with better opportunities and an improved quality of life.
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：应用文写作(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，为了响应传统文化进校园的号召，你校国际部正面向全校学生征集活动方案。请你给负责人George写一封邮件，内容包括：
1.你的方案；
2.说明理由。
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。
Dear George,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节：读后续写(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When a tornado(龙卷风) touched down in a small town nearby,many families were left completed ruined. Afterward all the local newspapers carried many human-interest stories featuring some of the families who suffered the hardest.
One Sunday, a particular picture especially touched me. A young woman stood in front of an entirely shattered(破碎的) mobile home, a depressed expression on her face. A young boy, seven or eight years old, stood at her side, eyes downward. Clutching(紧握) at her skirt was a tiny girl who stared into the camera, eyes wide with confusion and fear.
The article that went with the picture gave the clothing sizes of each family member. With growing interest, I noticed that their sizes closely matched ours. This would be a good opportunity to teach my children to help those less fortunate than themselves. I stuck the picture of the young family on our refrigerator, explaining their difficulty to my seven-year-old twins, Brad and Brett, and to three-year-old Meghan.
“These poor people now have nothing,” I said. “We’ll share what we have with them. I brought three large boxes down from the room upstairs and placed them on the living room floor. Meghan watched seriously, as the boys and I filled one of the boxes with canned goods and foods.
While I sorted through our clothes, I encouraged the boys to go through their toys and donate some of their less favorite things. Meghan watched quietly as the boys piled up old toys and games.
Meghan walked up with Lucy, her worn, much-loved rag doll hugged tightly to her chest. She came to the box that held the toys, pressed her round little face into Lucy's flat, painted-on-face, gave her a final kiss, then laid her gently on top of the other toys.
“Oh, Honey,” I said.” You don’t have to give Lucy. You love her so much.”
Meghan nodded seriously, eyes filled with held-back tears. "Lucy makes me happy, Mommy. Maybe she’ll make that other little girl happy,too.”
Paragraph. 1:
The boys had watched,open-mouthed,as their baby sister placed her favorite doll in the box.
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Paragraph. 2:
I looked my children for a long moment.
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