川大附中高2023级高一下半期考试
高一英语
(时间: 120 分钟 分值: 150分)
注意
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时, 选出每小题答案后, 用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动, 用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时, 将答案写在答题卡上。
3. 考试结束后, 将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
说明: 本试卷分第I卷(选择题)和第II卷(非选择题)两部分。
第Ⅰ卷(选择题 满分95分)
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, 共7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项, 并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后, 你有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. What will the woman do with the man’s phone
A. Repair it. B. Upgrade it. C. Replace it.
2. What does John want Amy to do
A. Take the pot off. B. Switch to low heat. C. Put the soup into bowls.
3. Where is the woman probably from
A. Britain. B. Peru. C. Mexico.
4. How high do the ceilings today usually measure
A. 2.3 meters. B. 2.7meters. C. 3.0 meters.
5. Where does the conversation take place
A. On a farm. B. At home. C. In a supermarket.
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, 并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
听下面一段对话, 回答6-7题。
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. An exhibition. B. A glass box. C. A vase.
7. How does the man find the woman
A. Knowledgeable. B. Considerate. C. Patient.
听下面一段对话, 回答第8至第10题,
8. What does the man think of self-help books
A. They’re unappealing. B. They’re practical. C. They’re ridiculous.
9. What is the book about
A. Life in the country. B. Personal experience. C. A natural disaster.
10. What’s the relationship of the two speakers
A. Colleagues. B. Classmates. C. Opponents.
听下面一段对话, 回答第11至第13题。
11. What is the change of the cat
A. She becomes inactive. B. She eats more. C. She sleeps badly.
12. What is the woman’s suggestion
A Observing the cat’s belly.
B. Giving the cat some medicine.
C. Stopping feeding the cat temporarily.
13. Where might the man go first
A. A hospital. B. A store. C. His home.
听下面一段对话, 回答第14至第17题。
14. What is the man’s opinion on the city life
A. It’s convenient. B. It’s boring. C. It’s messy.
15. What would the woman prefer to do
A. Chase a goat. B. See a park show. C. Have a truck ride.
16. What is the wildest thing on the subway for the woman
A. Safe belts. B. Occasional animals. C. Irregular performances.
17. What will the speakers do after lunch
A. Paint a fence. B. Ride the subway. C. Sing country music.
听下面一段独白, 回答第18至第20题。
18. Who can take the lessons
A. A 3-year-old swim lover.
B. A 9-year-old disabled pupil.
C. An 18-year-old swimmer.
19. What is taught in the Foundation lessons
A. Skills at water rescue.
B. Knowledge of water safety.
C. Basics of swimming movements.
20. What is the prize for those recommending friends
A. Reduction in price. B. Extra lessons. C. Free swimwear.
第二部分阅读理解(共两节, 满分50分)
第一节(共15小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中, 选出最佳选项。
A
Whistler Travel Guide
Snow-capped peaks and powdered steeps; sparkling lakes and rushing waterfalls; challenging hiking routes and inviting restaurants — Whistler’s offerings suit every season.
Things to do
The entire town displays the ski-chic atmosphere, hosting dozens of ski and snow board competitions and festivals annually. In the warmer months, more outdoor enthusiasts come out to play. Visitors can try hiking or cycling up the mountains. While Whistler is an ideal vacation spot for the active types, other travelers can enjoy the local museums and art galleries filled within formative exhibits. Plus, there are family-friendly activities and attractions like summer concerts, along with plenty of shopping options.
When to visit
The best times to visit Whistler are from June through August and between December and March.
How to get around
The best ways to get around Whistler are on foot or by bike. Or, you can take the shuttlebuses from Whistler Village, which transport visitors to Lost Lake Park and the Marketplace. Meanwhile, having a car will allow you the freedom to explore top attractions like Whistler Train Wreck and Alexander Falls without having to spend a lot of cash on a cab.
What you need to know
●Whistler receives feet of snow each year. If you’re driving in winter, slow down and make sure to rent or come with a reliable SUV.
●Snowslides are likely to occur on Backcountry routes, so only advanced skiers should take to this off-the-map area.
●Whistler’s wilderness is home to many black and grizzly bears. Keep your distance and do not feed them.
1. What are active travelers recommended to do in Whistler
A. Bike up the mountains. B. Host ski competitions.
C. Go shopping at the malls. D. Visit museum exhibitions.
2. Which of the following is the most popular among travelers
A. Whistler Village. B. Lost Lake Park. C. The Marketplace. D. Whistler Train Wreck.
3. What are travelers prohibited from doing in Whistler
A. Driving a rented SUV. B. Feeding grizzly bears.
C. Exploring the wilderness. D. Skiing on Backcountry routes.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章是一篇惠斯勒旅游指南，介绍了旅游特色和注意事项等。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Visitors can try hiking or cycling up the mountains.(游客可以尝试徒步旅行或骑自行车上山)”可知，惠斯勒推荐活跃的旅行者骑车上山。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“Meanwhile, having a car will allow you the freedom to explore top attractions like Whistler Train Wreck and Alexander Falls without having to spend a lot of cash on a cab.(同时，拥有一辆车可以让你自由地探索像惠斯勒火车残骸和亚历山大瀑布这样的顶级景点，而不必花很多钱打车)”可知，Whistler Train Wreck最受游客欢迎。故选D。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一短“Whistler’s wilderness is home to many black and grizzly bears. Keep your distance and do not feed them.(惠斯勒的荒野是许多黑熊和灰熊的家园。保持距离，不要喂它们)”可知，旅客在惠斯勒禁止喂灰熊。故选B。
B
I used to believe that only words could catch the essence of the human soul. The literary works contained such distinct stories that they shaped the way we saw the world. Words were what composed the questions we sought to uncover and the answers to those questions themselves. Words were everything.
That belief changed.
In an ordinary math class, my teacher posed a simple question: What’s 0.99 rounded to the nearest whole number Easy. When rounded to the nearest whole number, 0.99=1. Somehow, I thought even though 0.99 is only 0.01 away from 1, there’s still a 0.01 difference. That means even if two things are only a little different, they are still different, so doesn’t that make them completely different
My teacher answered my question by presenting another equation (等式): 1= 0.9, which could also be expressed as 1=0.99999.... repeating itself without ever ending.
There was something mysterious but fascinating about the equation. The left side was unchangeable, objective: it contained a number that ended. On the right was something endless, number repeating itself limitless times. Yet, somehow, these two opposed things were connected by an equal sign.
Lying in bed, I thought about how much the equation paralleled our existence. The left side of the equation represents that sometimes life itself is so unchangeable and so clear. The concrete, whole number of the day when you were born and the day when you would die. But then there is that gap in between life and death. The right side means a time and space full of limitless possibilities, and endless opportunities into the open future.
So that’s what life is. Objective but imaginative. Unchangeable but limitless. Life is an equation with two sides that balances itsef out. Still, we can’t ever truly seem to put the perfect words to it. So possibly numbers can express ideas as eually well as words can. For now, let’s leave it at that: 1= 0.99999... and live a life like it.
4. What does the author emphasize about words in paragraph 1
A. Their wide variety. B. Their literary origins.
C. Their distinct sounds. D. Their expressive power.
5. What made the author find the equation fascinating
A. The repetition of a number. B. The way two different numbers are equal.
C. The question the teacher raised. D. The difference between the two numbers.
6. Which of the fllowing can replace the underlined word “paralleled” in paragraph 6
A. Measured. B. Composed. C. Mirrored. D. Influenced.
7. What is a suitable title for the text
A. The Perfect Equation B. Numbers Build Equations
C. An Attractive Question D. Words Outperform Numbers
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. C 7. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲的是作者在数学课上学了一个等式后的一些感悟。
【4题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“I used to believe that only words could catch the essence of the human soul. The literary works contained such distinct stories that they shaped the way we saw the world. Words were what composed the questions we sought to uncover and the answers to those questions themselves.(我曾经相信，只有语言才能捕捉到人类灵魂的本质。文学作品包含了如此独特的故事，它们塑造了我们看待世界的方式。文字构成了我们试图揭示的问题，以及这些问题本身的答案)”可推知，在第一段作者主要强调了语言的表达力量，故选D。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“There was something mysterious but fascinating about the equation. The left side was unchangeable, objective: it contained a number that ended. On the right was something endless, number repeating itself limitless times. Yet, somehow, these two opposed things were connected by an equal sign.(这个方程式神秘而迷人。左边是不变的、客观的：里面有一个没有尽头的数字。右边是无穷无尽的东西，数字无限重复。然而，不知怎么的，这两个相反的东西被一个等号连接起来了)”可知，作者觉得这个等式很迷人，因为数字虽然不同，但是却被等号连接起来了。由此推知，让作者觉得这个等式迷人的是两个不同的数相等的方式。故选B。
【6题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线词下文“The left side of the equation represents that sometimes life itself is so unchangeable and so clear. The concrete, whole number of the day when you were born and the day when you would die. But then there is that gap in between life and death.(等式的左边表示有时候生命本身是如此的不可改变，如此的清晰。你出生的日期和你死亡的日期的具体整数。但是生与死之间有一段距离)”可知，作者躺在床上思考的是这个等式与我们的存在是多么相似，划线词paralleled的意思是“与……十分相似”，和mirrored意思相近，故选C。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第四段“My teacher answered my question by presenting another equation (等式): 1= 0.9, which could also be expressed as 1=0.99999.... repeating itself without ever ending.(我的老师给出了另一个等式：1= 0.9，也可以表示为1=0.99999……不断重复，没有尽头)”和第五段“There was something mysterious but fascinating about the equation. The left side was unchangeable, objective: it contained a number that ended. On the right was something endless, number repeating itself limitless times. Yet, somehow, these two opposed things were connected by an equal sign.(这个等式神秘而迷人。左边是不变的、客观的：里面有一个没有尽头的数字。右边是无穷无尽的东西，数字无限重复。然而，不知怎么的，这两个相反的东西被一个等号连接起来了)”可知，本文主要讲的是作者在数学课上学了一个等式后的一些感悟。由此可知，最恰当的标题是A选项“The Perfect Equation(完美的等式)”。故选A。
C
“Why does grandpa have ear hair ” Just a few years ago my child was so curious to know “why” and “how” that we had to cut off her questions five minutes before bedtime. Now a soon-to-be fourth grader, she says that she dislikes school because “it’s not fiun to learm.” I am shocked. As a scientist and parent, I have done everything I can to promote a love of learning in my children. Where did I go wrong
My child’s experience is not unique. Developmental psychologist Susan Engel notes that curiosity defined as “spontaneous (自发的)” investigation and eagerness for new information-drops dramatically in children by the fourth grade.
In Wonder: Childhood and the Lifelong Love of Science, Yale psychologist Frank C. Keil details the development of wonder — a spontaneous passion to explore, discover, and understand. He takes us on a journey from its early development, when wonder drives common sense and scientific reasoning, through the drop-off in wonder that often occurs, to the trap of life in a society that devalues wonder.
As Keil notes, children are particularly rich in wonder while they are rapidly developing causal mechanisms (因果机制) in the preschool and early elementary school years. They are sensitive to the others’ knowledge and goals, and they expertly use their desire for questioning. Children’s questions, particularly those about “why” and “how” support the development of causal mechanisms which can be used to help their day-to-day reasoning.
Unfortunately, as Keil notes, “adults greatly underestimate young children’s causal mechanisms.” In the book, Wonder, Keil shows that we can support children’s ongoing wonder by playing games with them as partners, encouraging question-asking, and focusing on their abilities to reason and conclude.
A decline in wonder is not unavoidable. Keil reminds us that we can accept wonder as a desirable positive quality that exists in everyone. I value wonder deeply, and Wonder has given me hope by proposing a future for my children that will remain wonder-full.
8. What is a common problem among fourth graders
A. They upset their parents too often. B. They ask too many strange questions.
C. Their love for fun disappears quickly. D. Their desire to learn declines sharply.
9. What can be inferred about children’s causal mechanisms in paragraph 4
A. They control children’s sensitivity. B. They slightly change in early childhood.
C. They hardly support children’s reasoning. D. They develop through children’s questioning.
10. How can parents support children’s ongoing wonder according to Keil
A. By monitoring their games. B. By welcoming inquiring minds.
C. By estimating their abilities. D. By providing reasonable conclusions.
11. What is the text
A. A book review. B. A news report. C. A research paper. D. A children’s story.
【答案】8. D 9. D 10. B 11. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍的是Wonder这本书的主要内容，这本书主要分析的是为什么孩子们对外界事物的好奇会在四年级时急剧减少。
【8题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Developmental psychologist Susan Engel notes that curiosity defined as “spontaneous (自发的)” investigation and eagerness for new information-drops dramatically in children by the fourth grade.(发展心理学家Susan Engel指出，到四年级时，被定义为“自发”调查的好奇心和对新信息的渴望会急剧下降。)”可知，四年级学生的常见问题是他们的学习欲望急剧下降。故选D。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“Children’s questions, particularly those about “why” and “how” support the development of causal mechanisms which can be used to help their day-to-day reasoning.(孩子们问题，特别是那些关于“为什么”和“如何”的问题，支持因果机制的发展，可以用来帮助他们的日常推理。)”可知，从第4段可以推断出儿童的因果机制是通过孩子们的提问发展起来的。故选D。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“In the book, Wonder, Keil shows that we can support children’s ongoing wonder by playing games with them as partners, encouraging question-asking, and focusing on their abilities to reason and conclude.(在Wonder这本书中，Keil告诉我们，我们可以通过和孩子们一起玩游戏，鼓励他们提问，关注他们推理和总结的能力，来支持孩子们持续的惊奇。)”可知，根据Keil的说法，父母可以通过欢迎孩子们问问题来支持孩子们不断的惊奇，故选B。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是倒数第二段“In the book, Wonder, Keil shows that we can support children’s ongoing wonder by playing games with them as partners, encouraging question-asking, and focusing on their abilities to reason and conclude.(在Wonder这本书中，Keil告诉我们，我们可以通过和孩子们一起玩游戏，鼓励他们提问，关注他们推理和总结的能力，来支持孩子们持续的惊奇。)”可知，本文主要介绍的是Wonder这本书的主要内容，因此这本书是书评，故选A。
D
Each year, the world loses about 10 million hectares of forest—at area about the size of Iceland — because of cutting down trees. At that rate, some scientists predict the world’s forests could disappear in 100 to 200 years. To handle it, now researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have pioneered a technique to generate wood-like plant materials sin a lab. This makes it possible to “grow” a wooden product without cutting down trees.
In the lab, the researchers first take cells from the leaves of a young plant. These cells are cultured in liquid medium for two days, then moved to another medium which contains nutrients and two different hormones (激素). By adjusting the bormone levels, the researchers can tune the physical and mechanical qualities of the cells: New the researchers use a 3D printer to shape the cell-based material, and let the shaped material grow in the dark for three months. Finally, the researchers dehydrate (使脱水) the material, and then evaluate its qualities.
They found that lower bormone levels lead to plant materials with more rounded, open cells of lower density (密度), while higher hormone levels contribute to the growth of plant materials with smaller but denser cell structures. Lower or higher density of cell structures makes the plant materials softer or more rigid, helping the materials grow with different wood-like characteristics. What’s more, it’s to be noted that the research process is about 100 times faster than the time it takes for a tree to grow to maturity!
Research of this kind is ground-breaking. “This work demonstrates the great power of a technology,” says lead researcher, Jeffrey Berenstab. “The real opportunity here is to be at its best with what you use and how you use it. This technology can be tuned to meet the requirements you give about shapes, sizes, rigidity, and forms. It enables us to grow’ any wooden product in a way that traditional agricultural methods can’t achieve.”
12. Why do researchers at MIT perform the research
A. To grow more trees. B. To reduce tree losses.
C. To protect plant diversity. D. To predict forest disappearance.
13. What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us about the lab research
A. Its scientific origins. B. Its theoretical basis
C. Its usual difficulties. D. Its main processes
14. What does the finding suggest about the plant materials
A. They are better than naturally grown plants.
B. Their growth speed determines their characteristics.
C. The hormone levels affect their rigidity.
D. Their cells’ shapes mainly rely on their density.
15. Why is the research path-breaking according to Berenstain
A. It uses new biological materials in lab experiments.
B. It has a significant impact on worldwide plant growth.
C. It revolutionizes the way to make wooden products.
D. It challenges traditional scientific theories in forestry.
【答案】12. B 13. D 14. C 15. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了为了避免砍伐树木，麻省理工学院的研究人员开创了一种技术，在实验室里生产类似木材的植物材料。解释了其实验过程以及其积极意义。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“Each year, the world loses about 10 million hectares of forest—at area about the size of Iceland — because of cutting down trees. At that rate, some scientists predict the world’s forests could disappear in 100 to 200 years. To handle it, now researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have pioneered a technique to generate wood-like plant materials sin a lab.(由于砍伐树木，世界每年损失约1000万公顷的森林——面积约为冰岛的大小。一些科学家预测，按照这个速度，世界上的森林可能会在100到200年内消失。为了解决这个问题，麻省理工学院的研究人员开创了一种技术，在实验室里制造出类似木材的植物材料。)”可知，麻省理工学院的研究人员进行这项研究是为了减少树木损失。故选B。
【13题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段“In the lab, the researchers first take cells from the leaves of a young plant. These cells are cultured in liquid medium for two days, then moved to another medium which contains nutrients and two different hormones (激素). By adjusting the bormone levels, the researchers can tune the physical and mechanical qualities of the cells: New the researchers use a 3D printer to shape the cell-based material, and let the shaped material grow in the dark for three months. Finally, the researchers dehydrate (使脱水) the material, and then evaluate its qualities.(在实验室里，研究人员首先从幼小植物的叶子上提取细胞。这些细胞在液体培养基中培养两天，然后转移到另一种含有营养物质和两种不同激素的培养基中。通过调节激素水平，研究人员可以调整细胞的物理和机械质量:新的研究人员使用3D打印机来塑造细胞材料，并让成型的材料在黑暗中生长三个月。最后，研究人员将材料脱水，然后评估其质量。)”可知，第二段主要告诉我们关于实验室研究的主要过程。故选D。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“They found that lower bormone levels lead to plant materials with more rounded, open cells of lower density (密度), while higher hormone levels contribute to the growth of plant materials with smaller but denser cell structures. Lower or higher density of cell structures makes the plant materials softer or more rigid, helping the materials grow with different wood-like characteristics.(他们发现，较低的激素水平会导致植物材料的细胞更圆、更开放，密度更低，而较高的激素水平会导致植物材料的细胞结构更小，但密度更大。细胞结构的密度或高或低，使植物材料更柔软或更坚硬，帮助材料生长出不同的类木特性。)”可知，激素水平影响植物材料的硬度。故选C。
【15题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“This technology can be tuned to meet the requirements you give about shapes, sizes, rigidity, and forms. It enables us to grow’ any wooden product in a way that traditional agricultural methods can’t achieve.(该技术可以调整以满足您对形状、大小、刚性和形式的要求。它使我们能够以传统农业方法无法实现的方式种植任何木制品。)”可知，Berenstain认为这项研究具有开创性是因为它革新了制作木制品的方法。故选C。
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。
The Upside to Being Outside
Research shows that being in nature makes people feel good, whether they’re roughing it in the wilderness for days or just hanging out at a local park for a while. One study was conducted in the city of Birmingham, Alabama. Researchers found that most participants’ mood and well-being improved significantly when they spent time in urban parks, even though the average visit was only around half an hour.
____16____ For example, scientists in the United Kingdom studied the impact of the “30 Days Wild” campaign. It challenged people to interact with nature for 30 days by enjoying earthy activities like feeding birds and planting flowers. Participants were measurably happier and healthier throughout the challenge…and for months afterwards, too.____17____
How does nature boost people’s happiness Scientists say that spending time in natural settings reduces stress and anxiety, which benefits mental and physical health. Research shows our brains are more relaxed in natural settings.
To most people, it’s not news that nature can be calming. But multiple studies have found that spending time in nature also has some more surprising benefits, like improving creativity and problem-solving. _____18_____ Another found that exposure to nature helped people score better on tests. That’s more proof that going outside is a smart move!
What accounts for the connection with cognition and creativity It could be that a good dose of nature acts as a cure to information overload. Everyday life involves a lot of multitasking. Some scientists theorize that spending time in nature enables our brains to rest and recover from mental tiredness. ____19____
Naturally, scientific studies don’t cover everything that’s great about the great outdoors. _____20_____ From recreation and exercise to happiness and creativity, there are lots of upsides to getting outside.
A. One study revealed that people were better at figuring out puzzles after a four-day camping trip.
B. According to many scientific studies there’s a good chance it’ll make you happier, healthier, and more creative.
C. What’s more, the lift people get from nature is long lasting.
D. Lots of people enjoy fun activities outside, like swimming, riding bikes, or climbing trees.
E. When the only light you’ve seen all day is the glow of a screen, it might be a good idea to switch it off.
F. This means that whether you’re studying or playing video games, heading outside to give your brain a break might help you get to the next level.
G. So, kicking back in a park is a bit like treating your mind to a restful mini vacation.
【答案】16. C 17. G 18. A 19. F 20. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是户外活动的好处。
【16题详解】
根据空后的For example可知，空后内容是对该空的举例说明，所以该空为本段的主题句，根据空处所在段落的尾句“Participants were measurably happier and healthier throughout the challenge…and for months afterwards, too. (在整个挑战过程中，参与者都更快乐、更健康……之后的几个月也是如此。)”可知，该段讲述的是在户外活动给参与者带来的快乐会持续很久，C选项“What’s more, the lift people get from nature is long lasting. (更重要的是，人们从大自然中获得的提升是持久的。)”表述的内容与举例说明中的内容一致，符合语境。故选C项。
【17题详解】
根据空前“For example, scientists in the United Kingdom studied the impact of the “30 Days Wild” campaign. It challenged people to interact with nature for 30 days by enjoying earthy activities like feeding birds and planting flowers.Participants were measurably happier and healthier throughout the challenge…and for months afterwards, too. (例如，英国科学家研究了“野外30天”运动的影响。它要求人们在30天内与大自然互动，享受像喂鸟和种花这样的朴实活动。参与者在整个挑战过程中以及之后的几个月里都明显更快乐、更健康。在整个挑战过程中，参与者都更快乐、更健康……之后的几个月也是如此。)”可知，该段讲述的是在户外活动给参与者带来快乐，G选项“So, kicking back in a park is a bit like treating your mind to a restful mini vacation. (所以，在公园里放松一下有点像给你的大脑放个小长假。)”，是对前面的总结，符合语境。故选G项。
【18题详解】
根据空前“But multiple studies have found that spending time in nature also has some more surprising benefits, like improving creativity and problem-solving.(但多项研究发现，花时间在大自然中也有一些更令人惊讶的好处，比如提高创造力和解决问题的能力。)”中的multiple studies以及空后句子“Another found that exposure to nature helped people score better on tests.(另一项研究发现，接触大自然有助于人们在考试中取得更好的成绩。)”中的another可知，该空格应该是关于在户外好处的相关研究，A选项“One study revealed that people were better at figuring out puzzles after a four-day camping trip.(一项研究表明，人们在为期四天的露营旅行后更善于找出谜题。)”讲述的为一项关于户外好处的研究，符合语境。故选A项。
【19题详解】
根据空格处于尾句可知，该空应为本段的总结，根据空前“Some scientists theorize that spending time in nature enables our brains to rest and recover from mental tiredness. (一些科学家认为，花时间在大自然中可以让我们的大脑休息并从精神疲劳中恢复过来。)”可知，户外会让大脑得到休息，从精神疲劳中恢复过来，F选项“This means that whether you’re studying or playing video games, heading outside to give your brain a break might help you get to the next level. (这意味着无论你是在学习还是玩电子游戏，到外面去让你的大脑休息一下可能会帮助你达到一个新的水平。)”中的this means是对空前内容的解释，结合句意可知，F选项内容与空前内容吻合。故选F项。
【20题详解】
根据空后“From recreation and exercise to happiness and creativity, there are lots of upsides to getting outside. (从娱乐和锻炼到快乐和创造力，户外活动有很多好处。)”的recreation(娱乐)相关的户外活动为全文首次出现可以推断，此空处应提到相关内容，D选项“Lots of people enjoy fun activities outside, like swimming, riding bikes, or climbing trees. (很多人在外面享受有趣的活动，如游泳、骑自行车或爬树。)”中的fun activities以及其后的举例内容与空后内容一致。故选D项。
第三部分语言运用(共两节, 满分30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, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Although it is difficult to make direct year-to-year comparisons because of increase in viewing on digital devices, the trend over the past decade is clear in numerous studies, including the Nielsen ratings. The average age of those who watch nationally televised Major League Baseball games has been ___21___ these years. Asked in a survey whether they ___22___ baseball, nearly two-thirds of those ages 18 to 36 said no.
Michael Haupert, a professor of economics at the University of Wisconsin ----la Crosse who studies baseball as a business, explains why many young people might be ___23___ by what to an older and more knowledgeable fan is one of the most exciting experiences in sports: a no-hitter. ” Failure is more ___24___ than success,” he says. ”If my students get a third of the answers right on their test, they fail. However, if a ballplayer gets a hit a third of the time, he’s often one of the ___25___ .” But watch an NBA game for 15 seconds, and you will likely see one team score.
It is not surprising that ___26___ the length of games----about three hours in recent years-----and increasing the pace of action has become a subject of discussion among those who love baseball. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is strongly ___27___ of both. For the 2018 season, the league issued a set of new rules designed to do just that. Mound visits are limited. A timer countdown is designed to shorten the break between innings(局).
No one knows if any of these changes will significantly shorten games. According to MLB, the average length of a nine-inning outing this season has been three hours---about five minutes shorter than the 2017 average, itself the longest mean on record.
All of those proposed changes seem to ___28___ the point. I interviewed at least 100 semi-fans in their late teens and early 20s for my recent book. All considered themselves fans to some degree, though they ___29___ watched more than snatches—on iPads or smartphones. They told me it made no difference whether a game lasted two or three hours: they would not pay attention for ___30___ amount of time.
The historic May 14 Supreme Court decision allowing all states to legalize sports betting could have an impact on all this. More people will soon be able to gamble on sports while watching a game on their couch. But whether ___31___ gambling will attract more young people to baseball is a huge unknown. Many already gamble, both legally and illegally, on fantasy sports, but legalization will provide yet another ___32___ during games in real time. Will some states allow betting reports in broadcasts Will it make the young more likely to bet on baseball than on other sports Stay tuned.
I don’t know what will hook young people on baseball. But abandoning the game’s unique selling proposition---the timelessness that provides both suspense and great conversationhe educated fan -----is not the ___33___ . Baseball, Clark told me, is like a game of chess---and too many ___34___ - changes might turn it into something “more similar to a game of checkers.” Baseball may survive in spite of its challenges, precisely because it stands out and stands up against the short ___35___ spans that negatively affect every aspect of our culture, including politics and education. As Casey Stengel is reported to have said,” Never make predictions, especially about the future. ”
21. A. arising B. declining C. varying D. rising
22. A. followed B. abandoned C. secured D. played
23. A. Held up B. taken up C. picked up D. fed up
24. A. honorable B. common C. acceptable D. worthwhile
25. A. stars B. losers C. hitters D. winners
26. A. decreasing B. extending C. increasing D. balancing
27. A. disapproving B. capable C. supportive D. independent
28. A. miss B. reach C. deny D. clarify
29. A. frequently B. sometimes C. rarely D. typically
30. A. excessive B. specific C. either D. total
31. A. risky B. organized C. addictive D. easy
32. A. distraction B. appeal C. pastime D. channel
33. A. inspiration B. answer C. achievement D. recreation
34. A. overwhelming B. simplifying C. sweeping D. underlying
35. A. information B. time C. memory D. attention
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. A 27. C 28. A 29. C 30. C 31. D 32. A 33. B 34. B 35. D
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇夹叙夹议文，分析了越来越多的青少年不关注棒球比赛的原因以及吸引青少年关注棒球比赛的解决之道。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：这些年来，观看全国电视转播的大联盟棒球比赛的人的平均年龄一直在上升。A. arising出现；B. declining下降；C. varying 变化；D. rising（数量）增加。下文说近三分之二的18到36岁的受访者表示不关注棒球，也就是说看棒球比赛的人的年龄偏大，呈不断上升趋势，所以答案选D。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在一项调查中，当被问及他们是否关注棒球时，近三分之二的18到36岁的受访者表示不喜欢。A. followed密切注意；B. abandoned放弃；C. secured获得安全；D. played玩。上文说看棒球比赛的人的年龄一直在上升，也就是说年轻人不太关注棒球比赛，所以答案选A。
【23题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：从事棒球商业研究的拉克罗斯解释了为什么许多年轻人可能会厌倦对一个比他们年长、更有见识的球迷最激动人心的体育经历——无安打比赛。A. Held up举起；B. taken up占据； C. picked up捡起；D. fed up感到厌烦。上文说年轻人不太关注棒球比赛，因此他们对棒球比赛感到厌倦，所以答案选D。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：失败比成功更加普遍。A. honorable可敬的；B. common通常的；C. acceptable可接受的；D. worthwhile值得的。根据空后考试的正确答案通过率与棒球比赛的击球率对比可知此处是说失败比成功更加普遍，所以答案选B。
【25题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：如果我的学生在考试中得到三分之一的正确答案，他们就会失败，然而，如果一个球员有三分之一的击球率，他往往是一个击球手。A. stars明星；B. losers失败者；C. hitters击球员；D. winners获胜者。在棒球比赛中，一个选手的击球率为三分之一，那么它就会成为一个击球手，故C项正确。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：减少比赛时长和加快动作节奏，已成为热爱棒球的人讨论的话题，这并不令人意外。A. decreasing减少；B. extending扩大；C. increasing增加；D. balancing平衡。根据空后的“and increasing the pace of action”可知此处指减少棒球比赛的时间和加快投球，所以答案选A。
【27题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：美国职棒大联盟主席罗伯·曼弗雷德对两者都表示强烈支持。A. disapproving反对的；B. capable有能力的；C. supportive支持的；D. independent独立的。美国职棒大联盟主席罗伯·曼弗雷德非常支持这两点，所以答案选C。
28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：所有这些提议的改变似乎都没有抓住问题的关键。A. miss错过；B. reach达到；C. deny否认；D. clarify澄清。根据下文的介绍可知，减少比赛时长和加快动作节奏的提议并没有抓住要点，所以答案选A。
【29题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：为了我的新书，我采访了至少100名十几岁和20出头的半球迷，在某种程度上，他们都认为自己是球迷，尽管他们很少在ipad或智能手机上看比赛。A. frequently频繁地；B. sometimes有时；C. rarely很少地；D. typically典型地。尽管我采访的这些青少年很少在手机或ipad上看比赛，但他们还认为自己是球迷，所以答案选C。
【30题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他们告诉我一场比赛持续两个小时还是三个小时都没有区别：他们不会花两个或三个小时去看比赛。A. excessive过多的；B. specific特定的；C. either可选择的、两者择一的；D. total总共的。他们告诉我一场比赛持续两个小时还是三个小时没有什么影响，他们不会花两个或三个小时去看比赛，所以答案选C。
【31题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：但是，简单的赌球是否会吸引更多的年轻人去关注棒球，这是一个巨大的未知数。A. risky冒险的；B. organized有组织的；C. addictive上瘾的；D. easy容易的、简单的。更多的人将很快能够在沙发上边看比赛边就运动项目赌博，但是简单的赌球项目是否会吸引更多的年轻人对棒球感兴趣是一个很大的问题，所以答案选D。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：许多人已经在体育项目上赌博，无论是合法的还是非法的，但是合法化将在比赛中提供另一个实时的干扰。A. distraction分心、干扰；B. appeal呼吁；C. pastime 消遣；D. channel通道。根据空后的“during games in real time.”可知，赌球合法化将会在比赛中让观看者分心，所以答案选A。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：但放弃比赛独特的卖点——既能制造悬念，又能给球迷带来精彩对话的永恒——并不是解决之道。A. inspiration灵感；B. answer答案、解决办法；C. achievement成就；D. recreation娱乐。本文讨论的就是让青少年对棒球比赛感兴趣的解决之道，所以答案选B。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：克拉克告诉我，棒球就像一盘棋，太多的简化变化可能会使它变成“更像跳棋游戏”。A. overwhelming压倒性的；B. simplifying简化；C. sweeping扫去；D. underlying投赞成票。根据空后的“changes might turn it into something “more similar to a game of checkers”可知，棒球就像一场围棋比赛，太多简化的变化可能会把它变成一场跳棋游戏，所以答案选B。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：尽管棒球面临挑战，但它仍能生存下来，这正是因为它脱颖而出，能够与那些对我们文化的方方面面产生负面影响的短暂的注意力跨度抗衡。A. information信息；B. time时间；C. memory回忆；D. attention注意力。根据空前的“Baseball may survive in spite of its challenges, precisely because it stands out and stands up against the short”可知，尽管面临这些挑战，恰恰是因为棒球比赛非常显眼而且经得起这些短时注意力的考验， 所以答案选D。
第II卷(非选择题 满分 55分)
第二节语法填空(共10小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分15分)
阅读下面材料, 根据上下文在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The cool night filled us with eager anticipation as we began climbing Mount Tai. Along the way, we met fellow travelers, all ___36___ (pursue) the same goal: the sunrise. In the moonlight, their faces seemed ___37___ (familiar), but our shared purpose united us. “Keep going; we are almost there!” someone cheered, giving us the ___38___ (motivate) to continue as we paused for a break, “You can do it!” added another voice. These words of encouragement were like a warm wind, refreshing our tired bodies and minds. After about four hours, we finally reached the peak, ___39___ the temperature was ___40___ (noticeable) lower. Wrapping ___41___ (we) tightly in rented coats, we found a suitable spot and settled down to await the sunrise.
The sky gradually ___42___ (transform), shifting from deep blue to rosy colors. Suddenly a red sun jumped out from behind the clouds, ___43___ thousands of rays of light shone on the peak. ___44___ golden clouds delicately suspended in the air, Mount Tai appeared like a fairyland, creating a breathtakingly beautiful scene. Bathed in the brilliant sunlight, the entire mountain seemed to come alive with birds singing and trees swaying, as if nature itself was joining in the celebration of the new day.
____45____ (strike) by the beauty of the moment, we sat there, feeling proud to have witnessed such a magical sight.
【答案】36. pursuing
37. unfamiliar
38. motivation
39. where 40. noticeably
41. ourselves
42. transformed
43. and 44. With
45. Struck
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。短文叙述了作者攀登泰山看日出的经历。
【36题详解】
考查独立主格。句意：一路上，我们遇到了同路人，他们都追求着同一个目标:看日出。空处为独立主格结构，all与pursue为主动关系，用现在分词。故填pursuing。
【37题详解】
考查形容词。句意：在月光下，他们的脸似乎很陌生，但我们共同的目标使我们团结在一起。seem后接形容词作表语，表示“不熟悉的”。故填unfamiliar。
【38题详解】
考查名词。句意：当我们停下来休息时，有人欢呼起来，给了我们继续的动力，“你能做到的！”另一个声音补充道。motivation做give的宾语。故填motivation。
【39题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：大约过了四个小时，我们终于到达了山顶，那里的温度明显较低。先行词为peak，做非限制定语从句的地点状语，关系副词为where。故填where。
【40题详解】
考查副词。句意：大约过了四个小时，我们终于到达了山顶，那里的温度明显较低。副词noticeably作状语修饰形容词。故填noticeably。
【41题详解】
考查代词。句意：我们把自己裹在租来的外套里，找了一个合适的地方，坐下来等待日出。主语与宾语表示同一个人时，宾语用反身代词。故填ourselves。
【42题详解】
考查时态。句意：天空渐渐变了样，由深蓝色变成了玫瑰色。描述过去发生的事情，用一般过去时，主语与谓语（transform）为主动关系，故填transformed。
【43题详解】
考查连词。句意：突然，一个红色的太阳从云层后面跳出来，成千上万的光线照在山顶上。根据句意可知，前后为并列关系，用and连接。故填and。
【44题详解】
考查with复合结构。句意：金色的云彩在空中飘浮，泰山就像一个仙境，创造了一个令人叹为观止的美丽景象。根据句意金额句子结构可知，本句为with的复合结构：with+名词+过去分词。置于句首，首字母大写。故填With。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语。句意：我们被这一瞬间的美景所打动，坐在那里，为目睹了这样一个神奇的景象而感到自豪。空处为非谓语动词，we与strike为被动关系，用过去分词作状语，单词位于句首，首字母大写。故填Struck。
第四部分 写作(共三小节, 满分40分)
第一节单句填空(共10小题, 满分10分)
根据下列句子中所给的首字母或汉语提示, 填入单词的正确形式, 使句子的意思通顺流畅。
46. In the Great Smog in 1952 in London, smog caused severe breathing problems and masses of people got________(感染).(根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】infected
【解析】
【详解】考查动词。句意：在1952年伦敦的大烟雾中，烟雾导致了严重的呼吸问题，大量的人被感染。根据汉语提示“感染”可知为动词infect，infect和people之间是被动关系，此处应用过去分词作表语，表示“被感染”。故填infected。
47. Hannah Fraser, an environment enthusiast, is a model and performance artist________(奉献) herself to ocean conservation. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】devoting
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：汉娜·弗雷泽是一名环境爱好者，也是一名致力于海洋保护的模特和行为艺术家。“奉献”用动词devote，空格处修饰model and performance artist作定语，model and performance artist与devote构成主动关系，用现在分词。故填devoting。
48. In the nature reserve, a lot of ________ (鹿) are being looked after well by caregivers. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】deer
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：在自然保护区，许多鹿得到了照顾者的照顾。根据汉语提示“鹿”可知，此处使用名词deer，结合a lot of 可知，应用名词复数形式，作主语。deer为单复同形词。故填deer。
49. ________ (担心、关心) about Ben, who was on bad terms with his classmates, the Agony Aunt attempted to offer him some practical advice on how to fit in with them. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】Concerned
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：本和同学们关系不好，知心大妈很关心他，她试图给他一些实用的建议，告诉他如何和同学们打成一团。根据汉语提示“担心、关心”可知，空格处应用形容词concerned，作状语，concerned about…意为“关心……”。故填Concerned。
50. The first European settlers had a hard time_________(调整；使习惯) to the new surroundings in America. It was the local Indians who helped them get accustomed to the new life there. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】adjusting
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：第一批欧洲移民花了很长时间才适应美洲的新环境。是当地的印第安人帮助他们适应了那里的新生活。根据汉语提示“调整；使习惯”可知，此处应用动词adjust，have a hard time (in) doing sth 是固定句型，用动名词作宾语。故填adjusting。
51. Devices turned off go into stand-by mode and still use power. Therefore, remember to u________ the devices when leaving your home. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】unplug##nplug
【解析】
【详解】考查动词。句意：关闭的设备将进入待机模式，并且仍在使用电源。因此，离开家时记得拔下设备插头。根据单词首字母和句意“拔掉电源插头”和不定式符合to可知，此处应用动词原形unplug构成不定式作宾语。故填unplug。
52. It is bad manners to get into the teachers’ office without p________. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】permission##ermission
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：未经允许进入教师办公室是不礼貌的。without为介词，空处用名词作宾语，结合It is bad manners to get into the teachers’ office可知，空处表示“允许”用permission，为不可数名词。故填permission。
53. With boarding passes in their hands, the exhausted passengers went a________ the plane. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】aboard##board
【解析】
【详解】考查介词。句意：疲惫的乘客手里拿着登机牌上了飞机。根据单词首字母和句意“登上（飞机）”可知，此处应用介词aboard和后文名词构成介词短语。故填aboard。
54. Two solutions were put forward at the meeting. The former sounded impossible to put into practice, while the l________ sounded practical. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】latter##atter
【解析】
【详解】考查固定短语和时态。句意：会上提出了两种解决办法。前者听起来不可能实现，而后者听起来可行。根据句意及首字母提示可知，此处使用名词latter“（刚提及的两者中)后者”，在while后的句子中作主语。故填latter。
55. A 5.3 magnitude earthquake hit Hualien, Taiwan on April 21, 2024. F________, few people were killed in it. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】Fortunately##ortunately
【解析】
【详解】考查副词。句意：2024年4月21日，台湾花莲发生5.3级地震。幸运的是，很少有人在事故中丧生。根据“few people were killed in it.”以及首字母可知，空处填副词fortunately做状语，修饰整个句子。故填Fortunately。
第二节翻译句子(共5小题, 每小题1分, 满分5分)
56. 只有我们做出共同的努力, 我们才能创造一个更和谐的世界。
Only if________________________________________.
【答案】we make joint efforts can we create a more harmonious world.
【解析】
【详解】考查固定句型和倒装。主语为we；表示“做出共同的努力”短语为make joint efforts；此处为部分倒装，将can提前，主语为we；表示“创造一个更和谐的世界”翻译为create a more harmonious world。故填we make joint efforts can we create a more harmonious world.。
57. 虽然面对很多挑战，在同学们的帮助下我在英语上取得了迅速的进步。
Though ________ with many challenges I made rapid progress with English learning________________ my classmates.
【答案】 ①. faced ②. with the help of
【解析】
【详解】考查状语从句的省略和介词短语。根据句意，表示“面对”应为be faced with，分析句子结构可知，让步状语从句的主语和主句主语一致，且谓语动词中含有be动词，可以省略“主语I和be动词”，所以第一空应为faced；根据句意，表示“在……的帮助下”应为固定短语with the help of，所以第二空应为with the help of。故填①faced②with the help of。
58. 在过去两年来, 我们看到了大量的湿地被人类活动破坏。
In the past two years, we________________ large areas of wetlands________ by human activity.
【答案】 ①. have seen ②. that were damaged
【解析】
【详解】考查动词和定语从句。第一空表示“看到”应用动词see，根据上文In the past two years可知为现在完成时；第二空表示“破坏”应用damage，且为that引导的定语从句修饰先行词wetlands，在从句作主语，与谓语构成被动关系，且发生在过去用一般过去时的被动语态，故填①have seen；②that were damaged。
59. 考虑到所有的因素，Laura Bath放弃了她厨师的工作，选择了不同的职业。（account）
________________________, Laura Bath quit her job as a chef and chose a different profession.
【答案】Taking all factors into account
【解析】
【详解】考查固定短语。表示“所有的因素”为名词短语all factors；表示“考虑到”可用动词短语take…into account，动词和主语之间是主动关系，用其现在分词作状语。句首字母大写，故填Taking all factors into account。
60. 所有参加会议的人都竭力主张我们要提高对环境保护的意识。
All the people present at the meeting urged that________________________.
【答案】we (should) raise our awareness of environmental protection
【解析】
【详解】考查宾语从句虚拟语气。根据前文urged可知，that引导的宾语从句中用虚拟语气，谓语动词为should+动词原形，should可省略，表示“提高”用动词raise；表示“（我们的）环境保护的意识”为名词短语our awareness of environmental protection作宾语。故填we (should) raise our awareness of environmental protection。
第三节: 阅读表达(共 5 小题; 每小题2分, 满分10分)
阅读下面短文，并根据短文内容完成下列各题。
Kevin and I were friends in the elementary school. As top students, both of us sat in the front of the class, but in opposite sides. He was the smartest boy I’d ever known, who almost always got A+ in assignments. Actually, I was second only to him. Part of me wanted to hate him, but I couldn’t. After all, we were close companions. Instead, I envied him and longed with all my heart to be just like him.
Mrs. Becker, our teacher, was a patient, kind old lady. She would flash a pleasant smile, when the class got into an argument, and patiently guide us toward the correct answer. Last week, Mrs. Becker, put a big circle on the blackboard and said it was a pizza pie. “David,” she said to me. “If I were to divide the pizza, would you like one-third or one-tenth ” Ten is the bigger number, so that’s what I picked. At that moment, Kevin started waving his hand in the air, shouting that he chose one-third. Mrs. Becker drew lines on the circle, showing that Kevin’s piece of the pie was bigger than, mine. “David’s gonna get hungry,” Kevin joked. Then the whole class was laughing. My expression changed from a half smile, to a half frown, to one hundred percent unhappy face.
With a mixture of bitterness and envy slipping into my heart, I began to argue with him on purpose during the rest of class. Thus, a heated argument unavoidably broke out when a controversial topic appeared. After hearing our separate statements patiently, Mrs. Becker brought us up to the front of the class and placed Kevin on one side of her desk and me on the other. In the middle of her desk was a large, round object. I could clearly see that it was black. She asked Kevin what color the object was. “White,” he answered. “I couldn’t believe he said the object was white, when it was obviously black!” Another argument started between us, but this time about the color of the object. Mrs. Becker smiled gently. She explained that the object was actually a sphere with half black and half white, demonstrating the importance of perspective and understanding before jumping to conclusions.
61. Who is Kevin and what was his relationship with me (use less than 20 words)
______________________________________________________
62. Why couldn’t I just hate Kevin completely (use less than 10 words)
______________________________________________________
63. Describe my personalities with two adjectives (2 words)
______________________________________________________
64. How did I feel when I was joked by Kevin in class (use less than 5 words)
______________________________________________________
65. What can you learn from the story (use less than 20 words)
______________________________________________________
【答案】61. Kevin was my friend in the elementary school. I was second only to him and we had a competitive relationship.
62. Because we were close companions, and I envied him.
63. Positive, competitive.
64. Embarrassed, unhappy, upset and envious.
65. In learning, we should be positive and dare to argue with friends. Through debate, we can better understand problems.
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了作者在小学时，和自己的亲密伙伴Kevin在老师的引导下积极竞争的故事。
【61题详解】
考查细节理解。根据第一段中“Kevin and I were friends in the elementary school. As top students, both of us sat in the front of the class, but in opposite sides. He was the smartest boy I’d ever known, who almost always got A+ in assignments. Actually, I was second only to him. Part of me wanted to hate him, but I couldn’t. After all, we were close companions. Instead, I envied him and longed with all my heart to be just like him.(Kevin和我是小学的朋友。作为优等生，我们俩都坐在教室的前面，但位置相对。他是我所认识的最聪明的男孩，每次作业几乎都得A+。事实上，我仅次于他。我有点想恨他，但我做不到。毕竟，我们是亲密的伙伴。相反，我羡慕他，全心全意地渴望能像他一样)”可知，Kevin是我的小学朋友，我仅次于他，我们是竞争关系。故答案为Kevin was my friend in the elementary school. I was second only to him and we had a competitive relationship.
【62题详解】
考查细节理解。根据第一段中“After all, we were close companions. Instead, I envied him and longed with all my heart to be just like him. (毕竟，我们是亲密的伙伴。相反，我羡慕他，全心全意地渴望能像他一样)”可知，因为我们是亲密的伙伴，我羡慕他，所以我不能完全讨厌Kevin。故答案为Because we were close companions, and I envied him.
【63题详解】
考查推理判断。根据第二段中“Ten is the bigger number, so that’s what I picked. (10是更大的数，所以我选了10)”可知，作者学习上表现积极；根据第三段中“With a mixture of bitterness and envy slipping into my heart, I began to argue with him on purpose during the rest of class. (带着苦涩和嫉妒的混合情绪，我开始在课上的剩余时间故意和他争论)”可知，作者具有竞争性。故答案为Positive, competitive.
【64题详解】
考查细节理解。根据第二段中“‘David’s gonna get hungry,’ Kevin joked. Then the whole class was laughing. My expression changed from a half smile, to a half frown, to one hundred percent unhappy face. (“大卫会饿的，”凯文开玩笑说。然后全班都笑了起来。我的表情从半笑，半皱眉，变成了百分之百不高兴的脸)”以及第三段中“With a mixture of bitterness and envy slipping into my heart, I began to argue with him on purpose during the rest of class. (带着苦涩和嫉妒的混合情绪，我开始在课上的剩余时间故意和他争论)” 可知，我很尴尬且不高兴，难过且嫉妒。故答案为Embarrassed, unhappy, upset and envious.
【65题详解】
考查阅读写作。通读全文可知，本文讲述了作者在小学时，和自己的亲密伙伴Kevin在老师的引导下积极竞争的故事，通过故事，我认识到，在学习时，我们要积极表现，要敢于和朋友争辩，通过争辩，我们能更好的理解问题。故答案为In learning, we should be positive and dare to argue with friends. Through debate, we can better understand problems.
第四节 应用文写作(满分15分)
66. 假设你是李华，你校英文报新增了“寻访华夏”的栏目，正在征集以“My Trip to______”为主题的文章， 请你写一篇短文投稿。内容包括：
1.旅行目的地简介；
2.旅行中最难忘的时刻；
3.旅行带来的收获。
注意：
1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】 My Trip to Sanxingdui Museum
Last winter vacation, my parents and I paid a visit to Sanxingdui Museum, which was a very impressive trip.
Located in the northwest of Guanghan City, Sichuan Province, Sanxingdui is known as one of the-greatest archaeological discoveries in the world. Upon seeing the shiny gold masks, bronze ware, jade ware and ivory on display, I was amazed at the open and inclusive ancient civilization in Sanxingdui. When the tourist guide introduced the 3.95-meter-tall bronze tree, I was deeply impressed by the delicate design and mysterious function of it. The guide remarked that the relics showed a very high level of artistic and technological development of ancient Shu civilization.
This trip has deepened my understanding of the civilization of China, and will inspire me to explore more about the essence of human civilization.
【解析】
【导语】本文是应用文。要求考生给学校英文报新增的“寻访华夏”的栏目投稿，题目是“My Trip to______”。
【详解】1.词汇积累
给人印象深刻的：impressive→devastating
因……而有名：be known as→be famous as
感到吃惊的：amazed→surprised
精美的：delicate→elegant
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Located in the northwest of Guanghan City, Sichuan Province, Sanxingdui is known as one of the-greatest archaeological discoveries in the world.
拓展句：Sanxingdui, which is located in the northwest of Guanghan City, Sichuan Province, is known as one of the-greatest archaeological discoveries in the world.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Last winter vacation, my parents and I paid a visit to Sanxingdui Museum, which was a very impressive trip.（由which引导的非限制性定语从句）
【高分句型2】When the tourist guide introduced the 3.95-meter-tall bronze tree, I was deeply impressed by the delicate design and mysterious function of it.（由When引导的时间状语从句）川大附中高2023级高一下半期考试
高一英语
(时间: 120 分钟 分值: 150分)
注意
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时, 选出每小题答案后, 用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动, 用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时, 将答案写在答题卡上。
3. 考试结束后, 将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
说明: 本试卷分第I卷(选择题)和第II卷(非选择题)两部分。
第Ⅰ卷(选择题 满分95分)
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, 共7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项, 并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后, 你有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. What will the woman do with the man’s phone
A. Repair it. B. Upgrade it. C. Replace it.
2. What does John want Amy to do
A. Take the pot off. B. Switch to low heat. C. Put the soup into bowls.
3. Where is the woman probably from
A. Britain. B. Peru. C. Mexico.
4. How high do the ceilings today usually measure
A. 2.3 meters. B. 2.7meters. C. 3.0 meters.
5. Where does the conversation take place
A. On a farm. B. At home. C. In a supermarket.
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, 并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
听下面一段对话, 回答6-7题。
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. An exhibition. B. A glass box. C. A vase.
7. How does the man find the woman
A. Knowledgeable. B. Considerate. C. Patient.
听下面一段对话, 回答第8至第10题,
8. What does the man think of self-help books
A. They’re unappealing. B. They’re practical. C. They’re ridiculous.
9. What is the book about
A. Life in the country. B. Personal experience. C. A natural disaster.
10. What’s the relationship of the two speakers
A. Colleagues. B. Classmates. C. Opponents.
听下面一段对话, 回答第11至第13题。
11. What is the change of the cat
A. She becomes inactive. B. She eats more. C. She sleeps badly.
12. What is the woman’s suggestion
A. Observing the cat’s belly.
B. Giving the cat some medicine.
C. Stopping feeding the cat temporarily.
13. Where might the man go first
A. A hospital. B. A store. C. His home.
听下面一段对话, 回答第14至第17题。
14. What is the man’s opinion on the city life
A. It’s convenient. B. It’s boring. C. It’s messy.
15. What would the woman prefer to do
A. Chase a goat. B. See a park show. C. Have a truck ride.
16. What is the wildest thing on the subway for the woman
A. Safe belts. B. Occasional animals. C. Irregular performances.
17. What will the speakers do after lunch
A. Paint a fence. B. Ride the subway. C. Sing country music.
听下面一段独白, 回答第18至第20题。
18. Who can take the lessons
A. A 3-year-old swim lover.
B. A 9-year-old disabled pupil.
C. An 18-year-old swimmer.
19. What is taught in the Foundation lessons
A. Skills at water rescue.
B Knowledge of water safety.
C. Basics of swimming movements.
20. What is the prize for those recommending friends
A. Reduction in price. B. Extra lessons. C. Free swimwear.
第二部分阅读理解(共两节, 满分50分)
第一节(共15小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中, 选出最佳选项。
A
Whistler Travel Guide
Snow-capped peaks and powdered steeps; sparkling lakes and rushing waterfalls; challenging hiking routes and inviting restaurants — Whistler’s offerings suit every season.
Things to do
The entire town displays the ski-chic atmosphere, hosting dozens of ski and snow board competitions and festivals annually. In the warmer months, more outdoor enthusiasts come out to play. Visitors can try hiking or cycling up the mountains. While Whistler is an ideal vacation spot for the active types, other travelers can enjoy the local museums and art galleries filled within formative exhibits. Plus, there are family-friendly activities and attractions like summer concerts, along with plenty of shopping options.
When to visit
The best times to visit Whistler are from June through August and between December and March.
How to get around
The best ways to get around Whistler are on foot or by bike. Or, you can take the shuttlebuses from Whistler Village, which transport visitors to Lost Lake Park and the Marketplace. Meanwhile, having a car will allow you the freedom to explore top attractions like Whistler Train Wreck and Alexander Falls without having to spend a lot of cash on a cab.
What you need to know
●Whistler receives feet of snow each year. If you’re driving in winter, slow down and make sure to rent or come with a reliable SUV.
●Snowslides are likely to occur on Backcountry routes, so only advanced skiers should take to this off-the-map area.
●Whistler’s wilderness is home to many black and grizzly bears. Keep your distance and do not feed them.
1. What are active travelers recommended to do in Whistler
A. Bike up the mountains. B. Host ski competitions.
C. Go shopping at the malls. D. Visit museum exhibitions.
2. Which of the following is the most popular among travelers
A. Whistler Village. B. Lost Lake Park. C. The Marketplace. D. Whistler Train Wreck.
3. What are travelers prohibited from doing in Whistler
A. Driving a rented SUV. B. Feeding grizzly bears.
C. Exploring the wilderness. D. Skiing on Backcountry routes.
B
I used to believe that only words could catch the essence of the human soul. The literary works contained such distinct stories that they shaped the way we saw the world. Words were what composed the questions we sought to uncover and the answers to those questions themselves. Words were everything.
That belief changed.
In an ordinary math class, my teacher posed a simple question: What’s 0.99 rounded to the nearest whole number Easy. When rounded to the nearest whole number, 0.99=1. Somehow, I thought even though 0.99 is only 0.01 away from 1, there’s still a 0.01 difference. That means even if two things are only a little different, they are still different, so doesn’t that make them completely different
My teacher answered my question by presenting another equation (等式): 1= 0.9, which could also be expressed as 1=0.99999.... repeating itself without ever ending.
There was something mysterious but fascinating about the equation. The left side was unchangeable, objective: it contained a number that ended. On the right was something endless, number repeating itself limitless times. Yet, somehow, these two opposed things were connected by an equal sign.
Lying in bed, I thought about how much the equation paralleled our existence. The left side of the equation represents that sometimes life itself is so unchangeable and so clear. The concrete, whole number of the day when you were born and the day when you would die. But then there is that gap in between life and death. The right side means a time and space full of limitless possibilities, and endless opportunities into the open future.
So that’s what life is. Objective but imaginative. Unchangeable but limitless. Life is an equation with two sides that balances itsef out. Still, we can’t ever truly seem to put the perfect words to it. So possibly numbers can express ideas as eually well as words can. For now, let’s leave it at that: 1= 0.99999... and live a life like it.
4. What does the author emphasize about words in paragraph 1
A. Their wide variety. B. Their literary origins.
C. Their distinct sounds. D. Their expressive power.
5. What made the author find the equation fascinating
A. The repetition of a number. B. The way two different numbers are equal.
C. The question the teacher raised. D. The difference between the two numbers.
6. Which of the fllowing can replace the underlined word “paralleled” in paragraph 6
A. Measured. B. Composed. C. Mirrored. D. Influenced.
7. What is a suitable title for the text
A. The Perfect Equation B. Numbers Build Equations
C. An Attractive Question D. Words Outperform Numbers
C
“Why does grandpa have ear hair ” Just a few years ago my child was so curious to know “why” and “how” that we had to cut off her questions five minutes before bedtime. Now a soon-to-be fourth grader, she says that she dislikes school because “it’s not fiun to learm.” I am shocked. As a scientist and parent, I have done everything I can to promote a love of learning in my children. Where did I go wrong
My child’s experience is not unique. Developmental psychologist Susan Engel notes that curiosity defined as “spontaneous (自发的)” investigation and eagerness for new information-drops dramatically in children by the fourth grade.
In Wonder: Childhood and the Lifelong Love of Science, Yale psychologist Frank C. Keil details the development of wonder — a spontaneous passion to explore, discover, and understand. He takes us on a journey from its early development, when wonder drives common sense and scientific reasoning, through the drop-off in wonder that often occurs, to the trap of life in a society that devalues wonder.
As Keil notes, children are particularly rich in wonder while they are rapidly developing causal mechanisms (因果机制) in the preschool and early elementary school years. They are sensitive to the others’ knowledge and goals, and they expertly use their desire for questioning. Children’s questions, particularly those about “why” and “how” support the development of causal mechanisms which can be used to help their day-to-day reasoning.
Unfortunately, as Keil notes, “adults greatly underestimate young children’s causal mechanisms.” In the book, Wonder, Keil shows that we can support children’s ongoing wonder by playing games with them as partners, encouraging question-asking, and focusing on their abilities to reason and conclude.
A decline in wonder is not unavoidable. Keil reminds us that we can accept wonder as a desirable positive quality that exists in everyone. I value wonder deeply, and Wonder has given me hope by proposing a future for my children that will remain wonder-full.
8. What is a common problem among fourth graders
A. They upset their parents too often. B. They ask too many strange questions.
C. Their love for fun disappears quickly. D. Their desire to learn declines sharply.
9. What can be inferred about children’s causal mechanisms in paragraph 4
A. They control children’s sensitivity. B. They slightly change in early childhood.
C They hardly support children’s reasoning. D. They develop through children’s questioning.
10. How can parents support children’s ongoing wonder according to Keil
A. By monitoring their games. B. By welcoming inquiring minds.
C. By estimating their abilities. D. By providing reasonable conclusions.
11. What is the text
A. A book review. B. A news report. C. A research paper. D. A children’s story.
D
Each year, the world loses about 10 million hectares of forest—at area about the size of Iceland — because of cutting down trees. At that rate, some scientists predict the world’s forests could disappear in 100 to 200 years. To handle it, now researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have pioneered a technique to generate wood-like plant materials sin a lab. This makes it possible to “grow” a wooden product without cutting down trees.
In the lab, the researchers first take cells from the leaves of a young plant. These cells are cultured in liquid medium for two days, then moved to another medium which contains nutrients and two different hormones (激素). By adjusting the bormone levels, the researchers can tune the physical and mechanical qualities of the cells: New the researchers use a 3D printer to shape the cell-based material, and let the shaped material grow in the dark for three months. Finally, the researchers dehydrate (使脱水) the material, and then evaluate its qualities.
They found that lower bormone levels lead to plant materials with more rounded, open cells of lower density (密度), while higher hormone levels contribute to the growth of plant materials with smaller but denser cell structures. Lower or higher density of cell structures makes the plant materials softer or more rigid, helping the materials grow with different wood-like characteristics. What’s more, it’s to be noted that the research process is about 100 times faster than the time it takes for a tree to grow to maturity!
Research of this kind is ground-breaking. “This work demonstrates the great power of a technology,” says lead researcher, Jeffrey Berenstab. “The real opportunity here is to be at its best with what you use and how you use it. This technology can be tuned to meet the requirements you give about shapes, sizes, rigidity, and forms. It enables us to grow’ any wooden product in a way that traditional agricultural methods can’t achieve.”
12. Why do researchers at MIT perform the research
A. To grow more trees. B. To reduce tree losses.
C. To protect plant diversity. D. To predict forest disappearance.
13. What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us about the lab research
A. Its scientific origins. B. Its theoretical basis
C. Its usual difficulties. D. Its main processes
14. What does the finding suggest about the plant materials
A. They are better than naturally grown plants.
B. Their growth speed determines their characteristics.
C. The hormone levels affect their rigidity.
D. Their cells’ shapes mainly rely on their density.
15. Why is the research path-breaking according to Berenstain
A. It uses new biological materials in lab experiments.
B. It has a significant impact on worldwide plant growth.
C. It revolutionizes the way to make wooden products.
D. It challenges traditional scientific theories in forestry.
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。
The Upside to Being Outside
Research shows that being in nature makes people feel good, whether they’re roughing it in the wilderness for days or just hanging out at a local park for a while. One study was conducted in the city of Birmingham, Alabama. Researchers found that most participants’ mood and well-being improved significantly when they spent time in urban parks, even though the average visit was only around half an hour.
____16____ For example, scientists in the United Kingdom studied the impact of the “30 Days Wild” campaign. It challenged people to interact with nature for 30 days by enjoying earthy activities like feeding birds and planting flowers. Participants were measurably happier and healthier throughout the challenge…and for months afterwards, too.____17____
How does nature boost people’s happiness Scientists say that spending time in natural settings reduces stress and anxiety, which benefits mental and physical health. Research shows our brains are more relaxed in natural settings.
To most people, it’s not news that nature can be calming. But multiple studies have found that spending time in nature also has some more surprising benefits, like improving creativity and problem-solving. _____18_____ Another found that exposure to nature helped people score better on tests. That’s more proof that going outside is a smart move!
What accounts for the connection with cognition and creativity It could be that a good dose of nature acts as a cure to information overload. Everyday life involves a lot of multitasking. Some scientists theorize that spending time in nature enables our brains to rest and recover from mental tiredness. ____19____
Naturally, scientific studies don’t cover everything that’s great about the great outdoors. _____20_____ From recreation and exercise to happiness and creativity, there are lots of upsides to getting outside.
A. One study revealed that people were better at figuring out puzzles after a four-day camping trip.
B. According to many scientific studies, there’s a good chance it’ll make you happier, healthier, and more creative.
C. What’s more, the lift people get from nature is long lasting.
D. Lots of people enjoy fun activities outside, like swimming, riding bikes, or climbing trees.
E. When the only light you’ve seen all day is the glow of a screen, it might be a good idea to switch it off.
F. This means that whether you’re studying or playing video games, heading outside to give your brain a break might help you get to the next level.
G. So, kicking back in a park is a bit like treating your mind to a restful mini vacation.
第三部分语言运用(共两节, 满分30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, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Although it is difficult to make direct year-to-year comparisons because of increase in viewing on digital devices, the trend over the past decade is clear in numerous studies, including the Nielsen ratings. The average age of those who watch nationally televised Major League Baseball games has been ___21___ these years. Asked in a survey whether they ___22___ baseball, nearly two-thirds of those ages 18 to 36 said no.
Michael Haupert, a professor of economics at the University of Wisconsin ----la Crosse who studies baseball as a business, explains why many young people might be ___23___ by what to an older and more knowledgeable fan is one of the most exciting experiences in sports: a no-hitter. ” Failure is more ___24___ than success,” he says. ”If my students get a third of the answers right on their test, they fail. However, if a ballplayer gets a hit a third of the time, he’s often one of the ___25___ .” But watch an NBA game for 15 seconds, and you will likely see one team score.
It is not surprising that ___26___ the length of games----about three hours in recent years-----and increasing the pace of action has become a subject of discussion among those who love baseball. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is strongly ___27___ of both. For the 2018 season, the league issued a set of new rules designed to do just that. Mound visits are limited. A timer countdown is designed to shorten the break between innings(局).
No one knows if any of these changes will significantly shorten games. According to MLB, the average length of a nine-inning outing this season has been three hours---about five minutes shorter than the 2017 average, itself the longest mean on record.
All of those proposed changes seem to ___28___ the point. I interviewed at least 100 semi-fans in their late teens and early 20s for my recent book. All considered themselves fans to some degree, though they ___29___ watched more than snatches—on iPads or smartphones. They told me it made no difference whether a game lasted two or three hours: they would not pay attention for ___30___ amount of time.
The historic May 14 Supreme Court decision allowing all states to legalize sports betting could have an impact on all this. More people will soon be able to gamble on sports while watching a game on their couch. But whether ___31___ gambling will attract more young people to baseball is a huge unknown. Many already gamble, both legally and illegally, on fantasy sports, but legalization will provide yet another ___32___ during games in real time. Will some states allow betting reports in broadcasts Will it make the young more likely to bet on baseball than on other sports Stay tuned.
I don’t know what will hook young people on baseball. But abandoning the game’s unique selling proposition---the timelessness that provides both suspense and great conversationhe educated fan -----is not the ___33___ . Baseball, Clark told me, is like a game of chess---and too many ___34___ - changes might turn it into something “more similar to a game of checkers.” Baseball may survive in spite of its challenges, precisely because it stands out and stands up against the short ___35___ spans that negatively affect every aspect of our culture, including politics and education. As Casey Stengel is reported to have said,” Never make predictions, especially about the future. ”
21. A. arising B. declining C. varying D. rising
22. A. followed B. abandoned C. secured D. played
23. A. Held up B. taken up C. picked up D. fed up
24. A. honorable B. common C. acceptable D. worthwhile
25. A. stars B. losers C. hitters D. winners
26. A. decreasing B. extending C. increasing D. balancing
27. A. disapproving B. capable C. supportive D. independent
28. A. miss B. reach C. deny D. clarify
29. A. frequently B. sometimes C. rarely D. typically
30. A. excessive B. specific C. either D. total
31. A. risky B. organized C. addictive D. easy
32. A. distraction B. appeal C. pastime D. channel
33. A. inspiration B. answer C. achievement D. recreation
34. A. overwhelming B. simplifying C. sweeping D. underlying
35. A. information B. time C. memory D. attention
第II卷(非选择题 满分 55分)
第二节语法填空(共10小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分15分)
阅读下面材料, 根据上下文在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The cool night filled us with eager anticipation as we began climbing Mount Tai. Along the way, we met fellow travelers, all ___36___ (pursue) the same goal: the sunrise. In the moonlight, their faces seemed ___37___ (familiar), but our shared purpose united us. “Keep going; we are almost there!” someone cheered, giving us the ___38___ (motivate) to continue as we paused for a break, “You can do it!” added another voice. These words of encouragement were like a warm wind, refreshing our tired bodies and minds. After about four hours, we finally reached the peak, ___39___ the temperature was ___40___ (noticeable) lower. Wrapping ___41___ (we) tightly in rented coats, we found a suitable spot and settled down to await the sunrise.
The sky gradually ___42___ (transform), shifting from deep blue to rosy colors. Suddenly a red sun jumped out from behind the clouds, ___43___ thousands of rays of light shone on the peak. ___44___ golden clouds delicately suspended in the air, Mount Tai appeared like a fairyland, creating a breathtakingly beautiful scene. Bathed in the brilliant sunlight, the entire mountain seemed to come alive with birds singing and trees swaying, as if nature itself was joining in the celebration of the new day.
____45____ (strike) by the beauty of the moment, we sat there, feeling proud to have witnessed such a magical sight.
第四部分 写作(共三小节, 满分40分)
第一节单句填空(共10小题, 满分10分)
根据下列句子中所给的首字母或汉语提示, 填入单词的正确形式, 使句子的意思通顺流畅。
46. In the Great Smog in 1952 in London, smog caused severe breathing problems and masses of people got________(感染).(根据汉语提示单词拼写)
47. Hannah Fraser, an environment enthusiast, is a model and performance artist________(奉献) herself to ocean conservation. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
48. In the nature reserve, a lot of ________ (鹿) are being looked after well by caregivers. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
49. ________ (担心、关心) about Ben, who was on bad terms with his classmates, the Agony Aunt attempted to offer him some practical advice on how to fit in with them. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
50. The first European settlers had a hard time_________(调整；使习惯) to the new surroundings in America. It was the local Indians who helped them get accustomed to the new life there. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
51. Devices turned off go into stand-by mode and still use power. Therefore, remember to u________ the devices when leaving your home. (根据首字母单词拼写)
52. It is bad manners to get into the teachers’ office without p________. (根据首字母单词拼写)
53. With boarding passes in their hands, the exhausted passengers went a________ the plane. (根据首字母单词拼写)
54. Two solutions were put forward at the meeting. The former sounded impossible to put into practice, while the l________ sounded practical. (根据首字母单词拼写)
55. A 5.3 magnitude earthquake hit Hualien, Taiwan on April 21, 2024. F________, few people were killed in it. (根据首字母单词拼写)
第二节翻译句子(共5小题, 每小题1分, 满分5分)
56. 只有我们做出共同的努力, 我们才能创造一个更和谐的世界。
Only if________________________________________.
57. 虽然面对很多挑战，在同学们的帮助下我在英语上取得了迅速的进步。
Though ________ with many challenges, I made rapid progress with English learning________________ my classmates.
58. 在过去两年来, 我们看到了大量的湿地被人类活动破坏。
In the past two years, we________________ large areas of wetlands________ by human activity.
59. 考虑到所有的因素，Laura Bath放弃了她厨师的工作，选择了不同的职业。（account）
________________________, Laura Bath quit her job as a chef and chose a different profession.
60. 所有参加会议的人都竭力主张我们要提高对环境保护的意识。
All the people present at the meeting urged that________________________.
第三节: 阅读表达(共 5 小题; 每小题2分, 满分10分)
阅读下面短文，并根据短文内容完成下列各题
Kevin and I were friends in the elementary school. As top students, both of us sat in the front of the class, but in opposite sides. He was the smartest boy I’d ever known, who almost always got A+ in assignments. Actually, I was second only to him. Part of me wanted to hate him, but I couldn’t. After all, we were close companions. Instead, I envied him and longed with all my heart to be just like him.
Mrs. Becker, our teacher, was a patient, kind old lady. She would flash a pleasant smile, when the class got into an argument, and patiently guide us toward the correct answer. Last week, Mrs. Becker, put a big circle on the blackboard and said it was a pizza pie. “David,” she said to me. “If I were to divide the pizza, would you like one-third or one-tenth ” Ten is the bigger number, so that’s what I picked. At that moment, Kevin started waving his hand in the air, shouting that he chose one-third. Mrs. Becker drew lines on the circle, showing that Kevin’s piece of the pie was bigger than, mine. “David’s gonna get hungry,” Kevin joked. Then the whole class was laughing. My expression changed from a half smile, to a half frown, to one hundred percent unhappy face.
With a mixture of bitterness and envy slipping into my heart, I began to argue with him on purpose during the rest of class. Thus, a heated argument unavoidably broke out when a controversial topic appeared. After hearing our separate statements patiently, Mrs. Becker brought us up to the front of the class and placed Kevin on one side of her desk and me on the other. In the middle of her desk was a large, round object. I could clearly see that it was black. She asked Kevin what color the object was. “White,” he answered. “I couldn’t believe he said the object was white, when it was obviously black!” Another argument started between us, but this time about the color of the object. Mrs. Becker smiled gently. She explained that the object was actually a sphere with half black and half white, demonstrating the importance of perspective and understanding before jumping to conclusions.
61 Who is Kevin and what was his relationship with me (use less than 20 words)
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62. Why couldn’t I just hate Kevin completely (use less than 10 words)
______________________________________________________
63. Describe my personalities with two adjectives (2 words)
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64. How did I feel when I was joked by Kevin in class (use less than 5 words)
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65. What can you learn from the story (use less than 20 words)
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第四节 应用文写作(满分15分)
66. 假设你是李华，你校英文报新增了“寻访华夏”的栏目，正在征集以“My Trip to______”为主题的文章， 请你写一篇短文投稿。内容包括：
1.旅行目地简介；
2.旅行中最难忘的时刻；
3.旅行带来的收获。
注意：
1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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