皖西当代职业中专高一年级第三次月考
英 语
本试卷共8页。全卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
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，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试题和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Whose birthday is it today
A. Matt’s. B. Maria’s. C. Joan’s.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. A red light. B. A running race. C. A traffic accident.
3. What caused the flight late according to the man
A. The storm. B. The terrorist attack. C. The foggy weather.
4. What will the speakers probably do
A. Play games. B. Go out to watch a game. C. Stay at home.
5. Who will probably help the man do the housework in the future
A. The woman. B. Himself. C. The robot.
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。
听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。
6. What was the man doing when he got hurt
A. Playing a match. B. Taking exercise. C. Running.
7. What’s wrong with the man
A. His left foot hurts. B. His leg is broken. C. His hand hurts.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What’s the probable relationship between the two speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Boss and secretary. C. Salesman and customer.
9. When did the woman show Mr. Green around the company
A. Yesterday morning. B. At lunch time. C. Yesterday afternoon.
10. Who’s Mr White
A. The quality manager. B. The marketing manager. C. The boss.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the man going to do
A. Go to work. B. Have an interview. C. Prepare breakfast.
12. What does Lily do
A. A student. B. A secretary. C. A teacher.
13. What will the woman do this morning
A. Do some housework. B. Go shopping. C. Go to the park.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What season is it now
A. Autumn. B. Spring. C. Summer.
15. What is Jenny doing
A. Learning dancing.
B. Looking after her parents.
C. Attending a big performance.
16. Who is going to buy a camera this afternoon
A. The man. B. Tom. C. The woman.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where are the two rooms located
A. On the second floor. B. On the fourth floor. C. On the fifth floor.
18. How much will Peter pay for one room each night
A. $200. B. $400. C. $600.
19. When can Peter have breakfast in the hotel
A.6: 30 am. B.8: 00 am. C.9: 40 am.
20. What kind of payment is NOT accepted
A. Cash. B. Check. C. Credit card.
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，选出最佳选项。
A
MUSICAL HERITAGES（遗产）FROM ANCIENT CHINA
Since remote antiquity, Chinese people have used music to record their lives and describe the ideals in their hearts. Catchy tunes are not only played on precious instruments, but also visualized in carvings, paintings, and buildings. Feel free to explore here!
Han Dynasty（202 BC—AD 220）
This period marked the significant development of the manufacturing of guqin and its music. The example unearthed from the Mawangdui Han Dynasty Tomb in Changsha, Hunan province, proves that guqin had developed into the form known today during that period.
Northern Wei Dynasty（386—534）
Buddhism（佛教）and its musical culture spread extensively during this period. Buddhist temples provided places for musical activities, which were recorded in many of the existing stone carvings. Located in Gongyi, Henan province, the Grotto Temple is famous for its reliefs（浮雕）representing musical events. They are precious historical materials reflecting the music characteristics of the dynasty.
Song Dynasty（960—1279）
With economic development, a variety of musical cultures emerged to meet the entertainment needs of different social classes. Part of the painting “Riverside Scene at Qingming Festival” vividly reveals a storytelling performance. The painter adopted delicate techniques to truly record a street performer, whose superb skills are reflected by each listener’s show of appreciation.
Ming Dynasty（1368—1644）
At this time, traditional Chinese operas developed rapidly, promoting the formation of many singing styles. People began to enjoy operas and drama stages were built. Covering a construction area of more than 160 square meters, the Fancun village drama stage in Shanxi province provides rich materials for the study of the local folk culture.
21. Which heritage would a fan of classical instruments explore
A. The Ming Dynasty drama stage. B. The Song Dynasty painting.
C. The Northern Wei Dynasty temple. D. The Han Dynasty tomb.
22. What contributed to the variety of musical cultures during Song Dynasty
A. Religion. B. Economy.
C. Politics. D. Technology.
23. What can we know about musical heritages in ancient China according to the text
A. Ming Dynasty witnessed the boom of traditional Chinese operas.
B. Most of the drama stages were built during the Northern Wei Dynasty.
C. The musical culture of Buddhism was developed during the Han Dynasty.
D. Buddhist temples were the main places for musical activities in the Song Dynasty.
B
Linda,a sixteen-year-old girl, was a “violinist” of average level, who had basic violin playing skills but was neither particularly outstanding nor bad. She just learned to play the violin at the request of her father.
This year, the school music festival came on time. As usual, Linda accompanied the lead singer with her violin, and the rehearsals（彩排）went well. During a break, noticing Linda always play her violin, a teacher asked Linda if she would sing a song. But Linda refused, saying that she had never sung in public places because she was not good at it. The teacher told her, “Each of us seems to have something that we are not good at, but as long as we are brave enough to try, there may be surprises.” Linda still didn’t have the courage, and the teacher encouraged her again, “You are a brave girl, and I believe you can try your best.”
Thrilled and nervous, Linda finally chose to sing Mystery of Life. Everyone was surprised by her voice. She had such a talent for singing! All the students cheered for her! Without such an unexpected opportunity and that teacher, she might have never found her gift. Now she has become one of the best known singers in her city.
Everyone has some talent. If you think you have no talent, you either haven’t discovered yours yet or don’t consider it a talent because it’s not all that useful. You may be able to build a huge house of cards but you don’t think it’s a talent. With confidence and effort, some skills can be unlocked and improved. In your life, you should be brave and confident enough to try doing different things and find out what talents you really have.
24. Linda chose to sing because ________.
A. the teacher encouraged her to sing B. she got lots of applause that night
C. she wanted to show everyone her talent D. she didn’t want to play the violin that night
25. What do you think of the teacher
A. Strict and sensitive. B. Kind and patient.
C. Rude and unfriendly. D. Honest and humorous.
26. What can we infer from the last paragraph
A. Building a huge house of cards isn’t a talent.
B. Confidence and effort help find out talent.
C. All skills can be unlocked and improved.
D. Not everyone in the world has a talent.
27. What’s the main idea of the text
A. It’s important to encourage others. B. The story of a song Mystery of Life.
C. A violinist became a famous singer. D. We should find out our real talent.
C
Lifelong learning is how you improve as a person, bit by bit and day by day. Lifelong learners recognize the importance and joy of growth so they never settle for what they currently know and always seek for improvement. Here are some habits people who value lifelong learning have in common, and see how many of them you recognize in yourself.
Whatever problem or dilemma（困境）you currently face, there’s definitely at least one decent book that discusses it and presents different kinds of solutions. Reading is a great way to open up new horizons, train your brain and change your life completely. Through reading, you can connect with successful people and learn from the lessons they share. Lifelong learners love to be lost in books and do it regularly.
Whether it’s online or offline, there are countless courses you can participate in for free. These are great opportunities to connect with clever and like-minded people and learn from them. Because of advanced technology, you can now gain knowledge from online programs. What lifelong learners have in common is squeezing（压缩）as much as possible out of these opportunities.
Instead of spending your free time lying on the couch and watching TV, you should do something creative and practical. You know every wasted minute is gone forever. Lifelong learners stay up-to-date with growth opportunities in their areas and participate in them frequently.
As a lifelong learner, if behind the efforts, there is a deep desire to grow, your chances of success are much higher compared to when you are forced to learn. Lifelong learners love to experience the constant growth and improvement. In order to keep growing, you are supposed to clearly define your goals. Smart goal setting is one of the tools to insure constant growth.
28. How does reading affect us
A. It broadens our horizons.
B. We learn some practical knowledge.
C. We realize our present thinking patterns.
D. It offers effective solutions to problems.
29. What does paragraph 3 encourage people to do
A. Try to choose the suitable courses. B. Keep in touch with various people.
C. Make use of the available resources. D. Improve their knowledge in any area.
30. What quality do lifelong learners have
A. A long-term goal. B. A proper method.
C. A positive attitude. D. A lot of experience.
31. What do we know about the lifelong learners from the last paragraph
A. They accept different changes. B. They develop good learning habits.
C. They believe it’s never too late to start. D. They love making continuous progress.
D
Cows produce much methane（甲烷）, the world’s second worst greenhouse gas, as they break down the grass. They are a large source of the greenhouse gases that are driving climate change. Now scientists have shown the pollution from cows can be reduced by adding a little seaweed（海藻）to their food.
Recently, the researchers from the University of California studied 21 cows on a farm for about five months. They taught the cows to get their food from inside a special hood, which allowed the scientists to know the amount of the methane the cows were giving off. They added a small amount of seaweed to the cows’ food.
The consequences were surprisingly good. In some cases, the cows produced 82%less methane. The improvement depended on the kind of food the cows were given. Even the worst-polluting cows produced 33% less methane. Over the five months, the scientists didn’t see any signs that the cows’ stomachs were getting used to the seaweed and starting to produce more methane again. What’s more, the cows that were fed seaweed gained just as much weight as the other cows.
But there are still some big problems with the idea of feeding cows seaweed. For one thing, there’s not enough seaweed to feed all of the cows in the world. So farmers would have to figure out a way to grow lots of seaweed. A bigger problem is that for most of their lives, cows live in the fields, where they eat grass. That means there’s no chance to feed them seaweed every day.
Still, as the study shows, something as simple as feeding cows seaweed can help reduce some of the pollution causing the climate crisis.
32. Why did the researchers carry out the study
A. To test the effects of the seaweed.
B. To discover healthier grass for cows.
C. To improve the cows’ living conditions.
D. To measure the amount of methane in the world.
33. What’s the third paragraph mainly about
A. The background of the subject. B. The results of the study.
C. The content of the experiment. D. The process of the research.
34. What is the biggest challenge in the researchers’ opinion
A. Seaweed is not as tasty as grass.
B. Seaweed is dying out in the world.
C. Cows fed with seaweed gained weight easily.
D. Cows can hardly have daily access to seaweed.
35. What is the author’s attitude towards the findings
A. Positive. B. Doubtful.
C. Unclear. D. Negative.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
As our human population and resource need grow, we are leaving less and less room for wildlife. But the good news is that each of us can play a role in helping wild animals by making the world a better place for them. 36
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Take a walk and enjoy the wildlife all around you—the birds, butterflies, elephants and the like. Spend more time outside appreciating, enjoying and learning about wildlife.
Speak up for wildlife.
Become a voice for wildlife on social media. Speak up and speak out against wildlife illegal hunting, wild animal experiment, the illegal pet trade, wild animals used for entertainment, and much more. Learn about the lives and problems many animals are facing today. 38 Encourage friends and others to watch them too, and share your ideas about how to protect and save wildlife.
Pick up rubbish around you.
39 Pick up any plastic bag. Plastic of any kind, fishing line, and anything that can be mistaken for food by animals or can trap and even kill them.
Never buy products from threatened or endangered species.
When traveling to a foreign country, shopping overseas, or shopping in your local area, never buy gifts or products that support the illegal wildlife trade, or are from animals in danger. 40
A. Contact the local government.
B. Then spread them on social media.
C. Go outside and connect with wildlife.
D. Your choice could make a big difference.
E. Take a free online class on wildlife protection.
F. Collecting rubbish can save the life of an animal.
G. We can help by putting the following ideas into practice.
第三部分 英语知识运用（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）
阅读下列短文，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。
I got a message from my friend, Megan. “This little 41 , Winnie, needed a home,” she said, and then 42 some pictures.
I’d started my animal 43 in 2017 after I’d bought a piece of land and used it to give some 44 animals a home. To give them a better life, I 45 the home with the profits I made running four pet supply stores. My first animal was a sheep, Charlotte, who had a bad back leg. 46 , the farm had grown to feed 200 animals.
Looking at the 47 Megan sent me of the cute disabled dog on my phone, I decided that I had room for one more. Despite his deformed（畸形的）front legs, his beautiful brown eyes on the pictures made my heart melt（软化）. So I took him to a hospital. The doctor got him to 48 with a cool set of wheels.
“ 49 doggie,” strangers showed pity sometimes when they saw Winnie. But within minutes, they 50 that Winnie was living his best lives on the farm and they didn’t need to feel 51 for him. I 52 Winnie’s own web page where I would share Winnie’s life. And he earned a lot of followers. “He 53 me when I was feeling sad,” one follower commented recently.
Winnie proves that animals with 54 can lead fulfilling（令人心满意足的）lives. He’s my best friend and I’m 55 of everything that he does.
41. A. sheep B. cat C. deer D. dog
42. A. sent over B. s wept away C. searched for D. gave up
43. A. gallery B. school C. shelter D. hospital
44. A. unemployed B. unwanted C. unkind D. unsuitable
45. A. limited B. funded C. sold D. rated
46. A. Particularly B. Secretly C. Obviously D. Gradually
47. A. presents B. principles C. pictures D. awards
48. A. cry B. agree C. move D. puzzle
49. A. Funny B. Honest C. Clean D. Poor
50. A. realized B. forgot C. warned D. complained
51. A. sorry B. calm C. threatened D. tired
52. A. attracted B. imagined C. created D. stopped
53. A. challenged B. inspired C. scared D. tracked
54. A. talents B. disabilities C. achievements D. purposes
55. A. sick B. afraid C. distrustful D. proud
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
National Tree-Planting Day
March 12th is China’s annual National Tree-Planting Day. On this day, millions of Chinese, from all 56 （walk）of life, will put their work at hand aside for a moment, take shovels and buckets as well as saplings（树苗）, and go out 57 （green）up their hometowns.
First 58 （create）by the US agriculturist Sterling Morton in 1872, Tree-Planting Day was set in order to inspire people’s passions 59 planting and protecting trees, and to protect and improve the natural environment on 60 people depend for their living.
China’s Tree-Planting Day could date back to a 61 （propose）made by Sun Yat-sen（1866-1925）,a great China revolution leader, to Beiyang Government（1915-1927）in 1915 and then a regulation was publicized that Tomb-Sweeping Festival（April 5th） 62 （adopt）as Tree-Planting Day. However, April 5th was a late time for tree-planting in Southern China and so it was 63 （formal）changed to March 12th by the Nanjing National Government（1927-1949） in order to memorize Sun Yat-sen, who passed away on March 12th.
In February 1979, the 5th National People’s Congress of People’s Republic of China made 64 resolution that March 12th would be taken as Chinese Tree-Planting Day, 65 （require）the whole country to carry out tree-planting activities on this day and support the construction of forestry.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是校学生会主席李华，你校将举行以“环境保护”为主题的英语演讲比赛，请给外教Caroline写一封电子邮件，邀请她担任比赛的评委。
内容包括：
1.比赛的时间和地点；
2.比赛的内容和目的。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Dear Caroline,Yours,Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Alexis and Zoe were sitting at the kitchen table doing homework. They were having a hard time concentrating on their homework because the radio station was playing music from their favourite band, the Shape Shifters.
“I can’t believe the Shifters are going to be playing here and we can’t go!” Alexis sighed.
“I know,” Zoe said angrily. “Tickets were sold out in five minutes, and even if we could get some, they are so-o-o expensive!”
“It’s totally unfair,” said Alexis. “They should give the tickets to their biggest fans first!”
“You mean us, right ”
“Obviously,” laughed Alexis. “Everyone knows we’re their number one fans.”
Zoe turned the radio up a little louder. Their favourite song was on, and the girls had an impromptu（即兴的）dance party right there in the kitchen. Using a pencil and a banana as microphones, they sang the lyrics loudly they knew so well.
As it ended, they fall out of the chairs again. The radio disc jockey（电台的音乐节目主持人）started talking about the concert.
“That was ‘Fake It Til You Make It,’ by the Shape Shifters,” the D. J. announced loudly.
“They are playing in town this weekend, and we’re giving away two tickets to Saturday’s sold-out show, right now! We’re looking for the 10th caller who can correctly answer this question: Who is the oldest member of the Shape Shifters, Georgie or Natasha ”
注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Alexis and Zoe looked at each other confusedly.Having reached an agreement, Zoe dialed the numbers as fast as her fingers could fly.
高一英语参考答案
听力 1—5 ACCBC 6—10 ABBCA 11—15 BACBA 16—20 ACABB
阅读理解
21. D 细节理解题。根据 Han Dynasty 中“This period marked the significant development of the manufacturing of guqin and its music. The example unearthed from the Mawangdui Han Dynasty Tomb in Changsha, Hunan province, proves that guqin had developed into the form known today during that period.（这一时期标志着古琴制造及其音乐的重大发展。湖南长沙马王堆汉墓出土的例子证明，古琴在那个时期已经发展成今天所知的形式）”可知，汉朝标志着古琴制造及其音乐的重大发展，因此，古典乐器爱好者会探索马王堆汉墓。故选 D。
22. B 细节理解题。根据 Song Dynasty 中“With economic development, a variety of musical cultures emerged to meet the entertainment needs of different social classes.（随着经济的发展，各种各样的音乐文化应运而生，以满足不同社会阶层的娱乐需求）”可知，经济因素促成了宋代音乐文化多样性。故选 B。
23. A 细节理解题。根据 Ming Dynasty 中“At this time, traditional Chinese operas developed rapidly, promoting the formation of many singing styles.（此时，中国传统戏曲发展迅速，促进了许多唱腔的形成）”可知，明代是中国传统戏曲兴盛的时期。故选 A。
24. A 推理判断题。根据文章第二段“During a break, noticing Linda always play her violin, a teacher asked Linda if she would sing a song. But Linda refused, saying that she had never sung in public places because she was not good at it. The teacher told her, “Each of us seems to have something that we are not good at, but as long as we are brave enough to try, there may be surprises.” Linda still didn’t have the courage, and the teacher encouraged her again, “You are a brave girl, and I believe you can try your best.”（课间休息时，一位老师注意到琳达总是拉小提琴，就问琳达愿不愿意唱首歌。但是琳达拒绝了，她说她从来没有在公共场合唱过歌，因为她唱得不好。老师告诉她：“我们每个人似乎都有不擅长的地方，但只要我们勇敢地去尝试，就会有惊喜。”琳达仍然没有勇气，老师再次鼓励她：“你是一个勇敢的女孩，我相信你能做到最好。”）”和文章第三段“Thrilled and nervous, Linda finally chose to sing Mystery of Life.（琳达又激动又紧张，最后选择演唱《生命的奥秘》。）”可推知，Linda 选择唱歌是因为老师鼓励她唱歌。故选 A。
25. B 推理判断题。根据文章第二段“During a break, noticing Linda always play her violin, a teacher asked Linda if she would sing a song. But Linda refused, saying that she had never sung in public places because she was not good at it. The teacher told her, “Each of us seems to have something that we are not good at, but as long as we are brave enough to try, there may be surprises.” Linda still didn’t have the courage, and the teacher encouraged her again, “You are a brave girl, and I believe you can try your best.”（课间休息时，一位老师注意到琳达总是拉小提琴，就问琳达愿不愿意唱首歌。但是琳达拒绝了，她说她从来没有在公共场合唱过歌，因为她唱得不好。老师告诉她: “我们每个人似乎都有不擅长的地方，但只要我们勇敢地去尝试，就会有惊喜。”琳达仍然没有勇气，老师再次鼓励她：“你是一个勇敢的女孩，我相信你能做到最好。”）”可知，老师鼓励 Linda 尝试唱歌，在遭到拒绝后，仍然耐心劝说，说明老师是一个善良的并且有耐心的人。故选 B。
26. B 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“With confidence and effort, some skills can be unlocked and improved.（有了信心和努力，一些技能可以解锁和提高。）”可知，自信和努力有助于发现天赋。故选 B。
27. D 主旨大意题。根据文章最后一段“In your life, you should be brave and confident enough to try doing different things and find out what talents you really have.（在你的生活中，你应该有足够的勇气和信心去尝试不同的事情，发现你真正拥有的天赋。）”可知，文章告诉我们应该发现自己真正的天赋。故选 D。
28. A 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Reading is a great way to open up new horizons, train your brain and change your life completely.（阅读是开拓新视野、训练大脑、彻底改变生活的好方法）”可知，阅读可以开阔我们的视野。故选 A 项。
29. C 细节理解题。根据第三段“Whether it’s online or offline, there are countless courses you can participate in for free. These are great opportunities to connect with clever and like-minded people and learn from them. Because of advanced technology, you can now gain knowledge from online programs. What lifelong learners have in common is squeezing as much as possible out of these opportunities.（无论是线上还是线下，你都可以免费参加无数的课程。这是与聪明和志同道合的人联系并向他们学习的好机会。由于先进的技术，你现在可以从在线课程中获得知识。终身学习者的共同点是尽可能多地利用这些机会）”可知，本段鼓励人们充分利用可用的线上与线下的资源去学习。故选 C 项。
30. C 推理判断题。根据第一段中“Lifelong learners recognize the importance and joy of growth so they never settle for what they currently know and always seek for improvement.（终身学习者认识到成长的重要性和乐趣，所以他们从不满足于他们目前所知道的，总是寻求改进）”、第四段中“Lifelong learners stay up-to-date with growth opportunities in their areas and participate in them frequently.（终身学习者在他们的领域保持最新的发展机会，并经常参与其中）”和最后一段中“Lifelong learners love to experience the constant growth and improvement.（终身学习者喜欢经历不断的成长和进步）”可知，终身学习者不满足于现状，倾向于及时了解自己领域中最新的发展，追求成长和进步。由此可知，他们以积极的态度对待生活。故选C项。
31. D 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“As a lifelong learner, if behind the efforts, there is a deep desire to grow, your chances of success are much higher compared to when you are forced to learn. Lifelong learners love to experience the constant growth and improvement.（作为一个终身学习者，如果在努力的背后，有一种深深的成长的愿望，你成功的机会要比被迫学习的时候高得多。终身学习者喜欢经历不断的成长和进步）”可知，终身学习者喜欢不断成长和进步。故选 D 项。
32. A 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“They used a small amount of seaweed, which they mixed with the cows’ food.（他们用了少量的海藻，把海藻和牛的食物混合在一起）”及第三段中的“The consequences were surprisingly good. In some cases, the cows produced 82% less methane. The improvement depended on the kind of food the cows were given. Even the worst-polluting cows produced 33% less methane.（结果出人意料地好。在某些情况下，奶牛产生的甲烷减少了 82%。这种改善取决于喂给奶牛的食物种类。即使是污染最严重的奶牛也少产生 33%的甲烷）”可知，研究人员进行这项研究是为了测试海藻的影响。故选 A 项。
33. B 主旨大意题。根据第三段“The consequences were surprisingly good. In some cases, the cows produced 82% less methane. The improvement depended on the kind of food the cows were given. Even the worst-polluting cows produced 33% less methane. Over the five months, the scientists didn’t see any signs that the cows’ stomachs were getting used to the seaweed and starting to produce more methane again. What’s more, the cows that were fed seaweed gained just as much weight as the other cows.（结果出人意料地好。在某些情况下，奶牛产生的甲烷减少了 82%。这种改善取决于喂给奶牛的食物种类。即使是污染最严重的奶牛产生的甲烷也减少了 33%。在五个月的时间里，科学家们没有看到任何迹象表明奶牛的胃已经习惯了海藻，并开始再次产生更多的甲烷。更重要的是，喂食海藻的奶牛和其他奶牛增重一样多）”可知，第三段主要讲的是这项研究的结果。故选 B 项。
34. D 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中的“A bigger problem is that for most of their lives, cows live in the fields, where they eat grass. That means there’s no chance to feed them seaweed every day.（一个更大的问题是，奶牛一生中大部分时间都生活在田野里，在那里它们吃草。这意味着没有机会每天喂它们海藻）”可知，研究人员认为最大的挑战是奶牛很难每天吃到海藻。故选 D 项。
35. A 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Still, as the study shows, something as simple as feeding cows seaweed can help reduce some of the pollution causing the climate crisis.（尽管如此，正如研究表明的那样，像给奶牛喂海藻这样简单的事情可以帮助减少导致气候危机的一些污染）”可知，作者认为给牛喂海藻可以减少污染。由此推知，作者对这些发现的态度是积极的。故选 A项。
七选五 36--40. GCBFD
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41. D 考查名词词义辨析。句意：“这只小狗，温妮，需要一个家，”她说，然后给我发了一些照片。A. sheep 绵羊；B. cat 猫；C. deer 鹿；D. dog 狗。根据下文“Megan sent me of the cute disabled dog on my phone”可知，小狗 Winnie 需要一个家。故选 D。
42. A 考查动词短语辨析。句意同上。A. sent over 发送过来；B. swept away摧毁；C. searched for 搜寻；D. gave up 放弃。根据下文“Looking at the 47 Megan sent me of the cute disabled dog on my phone”可知，Megan 发过来一些照片。故选 A。
43. C 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我在买了一块地，用来给一些没人要的动物一个家之后，2017 年我创办了我的动物收容所。A. gallery 画廊；B. school 学校；C. shelter 庇护所；D. hospital 医院。根据下文“give some 44 animals a home”可知，作者创办了动物收容所。故选 C。
44. B 考查形容词词义辨析。句意同上。A. unemployed 失业的；B. unwanted 没人要的；C. unkind 不善良的；D. unsuitable 不合适的。根据上文“I got a message from my friend, Megan. “This little 41 , Winnie, needed a home”可知，作者创办动物收容所是为了给那些没人要的动物一个家。故选 B。
45. B 考查动词词义辨析。句意：为了让这些动物过上更好的生活，我用经营四家宠物用品店的利润来资助动物收容所。A. limited 限制；B. funded 提供资金；C. sold 卖；D. rated 评价；估价。根据下文“with the profits I made running four pet supply stores”可知，作者用宠物店的利润给收容所提供资金。故选 B。
46. D 考查副词词义辨析。句意：逐渐地，这个农场已经发展到可以喂养 200只动物。A. Particularly 尤其；B. Secretly 秘密地；C. Obviously 明显地；D. Gradually 逐渐地。根据前文“My first animal was a sheep, Charlotte, who had a bad back leg.”可知，此处描述收养动物的经历，逐渐地，收养的动物达到了 200 只。故选 D。
47. C 考查名词词义辨析。句意：看着 Megan 发给我的那只可爱的残疾小狗的照片，我决定再收养一只（动物）。A. presents 礼物；B. principles 原则；C. pictures 照片；D. awards 奖励。根据前文“and then 42 some pictures.”可知，Megan 发给作者一些小狗的照片。故选 C。
48. C 考查动词词义辨析。句意：医生用一套很酷的轮子让 Winnie 活动。A. cry 哭；B. agree 同意；C. move 移动；D. puzzle 使困惑。根据前文“Despite his deformed（畸形的）front legs”可知，小狗前腿畸形，医生给它装上轮子让它移动。故选 C。
49. D 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：“可怜的小狗，”当陌生人看到 Winnie时，他们有时会表现出同情。A. Funny 滑稽可笑的；B. Honest 诚实的；C. Clean干净的；D. Poor 可怜的。根据前文“Despite his deformed（畸形的）front legs, his beautiful brown eyes on the pictures made my heart melt（软化）.”可知，Winnie 前腿畸形，人们表现出同情，认为小狗是可怜的。故选 D。
50. A 考查动词词义辨析。句意：但几分钟后，他们意识到 Winnie 在农场过着最好的生活，他们不需要为他感到难过。A. realized 意识到；B. forgot忘记；C. warned 警告；D. complained 抱怨。后文“Winnie was living his best lives on the farm and they didn’t need to feel 51 for him”是这些陌生人意识到的事情。故选 A。
51. A 考查形容词词义辨析。句意同上。A. sorry 遗憾的；难过的；B. calm镇静的；C. threatened 威胁；D. tired 厌倦。根据前文“strangers showed pity sometimes”可知，陌生人意识到无需为 Winnie 的不幸的感到难过。故选 A。
52. C 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我为 Winnie 创建了网页，分享他的生活。A. attracted 吸引；B. imagined 想象；C. created 创造；D. stopped 停止。根据后文“Winnie’s own web page where I would share Winnie’s life. And he earned a lot of followers.”可知，作者为了分享 Winnie 的生活创建了网页。故选 C。
53. B 考查动词词义辨析。句意：一位追随者最近评论说，当他感到难过的时候，Winnie（的生活）能够鼓励他 A. challenged 挑战；B. inspired 鼓舞；C. scared 使惊恐；D. tracked 跟踪。根据后文“when I was feeling sad”可知，当人感到难过时，会从 Winnie 的生活中得到鼓励。故选 B。
54. B 考查名词词义辨析。句意：Winnie 证明了残疾动物也能过上令人心满意足的生活。A. talents 天赋；B. disabilities 残疾；C. achievements 成就；D. purposes 目的。根据前文“Despite his deformed（畸形的）front legs”可知，Winnie 是残疾的，过着满意的生活，因此它证明了残疾动物的生活也可以是心满意足的。故选 B。
55. D 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：Winnie 是我最好的朋友，我为他所做的一切感到骄傲。A. sick 生病的；B. afraid 害怕的；C. distrustful 不相信的；D. proud 骄傲的。根据前文“He’s my best friend”可知，Winnie 是作者最好的朋友，因此作者为 Winnie 所做的一切感到骄傲。故选 D。
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56. walks 57. to green 58. created 59. for 60. which
61. proposal 62. was adopted 63. formally 64. a 65. requiring
书面表达
Dear Caroline,
I’m writing on behalf of my fellow students to invite you to be a judge at our English speech contest to be held in our school hall on November 15th.
It is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. and last for about three hours. Ten contestants will deliver their prepared speeches on the given topic “Environmental Protection”, which is aimed at spreading the knowledge about environmental protection, increasing our awareness of it and arousing our interest in English study as well.
We hope you will accept the invitation if it is convenient for you. Please call me at 44876655 if you have any questions. I am looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
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Alexis and Zoe looked at each other confusedly. “It’s Georgie!” said Alexis. “No, it’s Natasha,” answered Zoe. “What do you mean ” asked Alexis. “Everyone knows Georgie is much older than the rest of the band.” “Yeah, I know he’s the oldest person, but the question was who’s the oldest member of the band. Natasha started the band when she was just 15. The others joined the group after her.” “But...” Alexis wasn’t convinced. As they listened, they heard the D.J. taking calls from excited fans. “It’s Georgie,” said the nervous voice through the radio speakers. “Wrong again,” boomed the D.J.. “Nobody seems to know the answer! Next caller!”
Having reached an agreement, Zoe dialed the numbers as fast as her fingers could fly. “It ringing!” The girls stood together, ears pressed to the phone, and held their breath. “Okay, let’s see who’s next! Hello, caller, you’re on the air!” “Oh my gosh, Hi!” The girls shouted excitedly. “Hello, girls,” answered the announcer. “You are lucky caller number 10!” Zoe said breathlessly. “We think people didn’t understand the question. Georgie is the oldest “person” in the Shape Shifters, but you asked which “member” was the oldest--and that means who has been in the band the longest: that’s Natasha!” The girls waited, unable to move. Were they wrong Were they going to miss out on their only chance to see their favourite band in the whole world “Congratulations, girls!” The D.J. shouted. “You’ve won two tickets to the Shape Shifters’ concert!” The girls screamed, dropping the telephone in their frenzy, hugging each other happily.
听力录音原文
Text 1
W: How about holding a birthday party for Matt this evening
M: Sounds great! Let’s invite Joan, Bob and Maria.
Text 2
M: Now, please tell me exactly how this happened, madam
W: Well, I stopped immediately when the light turned red, but he ran into me from behind.
Text 3
W: Excuse me, sir. I’m waiting for Flight UA 188 from Sydney. It’s one hour later than usual. What’s wrong
M: I’m sorry about that. As you know, it’s sometimes foggy.
W: I see. They should have taken the train. But thanks anyway.
Text 4
M: I think that the game starts at eight.
W: Good. We have just got enough time to get there.
Text 5
W: Seeing the doctor at home, shopping at home, oh, we can do so many things at home nowadays.
M: We certainly can. We’ll have a robot to do the housework some day!
Text 6
W: What’s wrong with you
M: I think I have to stop playing the match.
W: But you were doing very well. You got hurt.
M: Yes, my leg hurts and I cannot stand. I think my leg is broken.
W: Please don’t move. I’ll get you a stretcher right away. What about your left foot？Does it hurt here
M: No. But my right foot hurts a lot too.
W: What about here
M: Ouch, it also hurts.
W: I think you need an X-ray. We’ll send you to the hospital at once. Don’t worry; you’ll be all right.
M: I’d like my team doctor to go with me. Is it OK
W: Sure.
Text 7
M: Ted Harris.
W: Ah, it’s Diana Shaw.
M: How are things
W: Fine.
M: I’m ringing about Mr. Green’s visit. Has he arrived
W: Yes. He arrived yesterday morning. I picked him up at the airport.
M: Ah, have you shown him around the company
W: Yes, I have. I did that yesterday afternoon.
M: Has he met the marketing manager
W: Yes, they met in the morning and they had lunch together.
M: Right, how about the meeting with the quality manager？Have you arranged the meeting
W: No, I’m afraid not. You see, Mr. White wasn’t in his office yesterday. I’ll do that as soon as I can.
Text 8
W: What do you think of the suit
M: It’s very nice. But, dear, I’m so nervous.
W: Just relax. I’m sure you will get the job. You’re so talented, and you’ve been preparing for the job for a long time.
M: I know that, but I just can’t stop trembling.
W: e and have breakfast now. I’m sure they all will like you.
M: Where’s Lily？Is she still in bed
W: Yes, she doesn’t have to go to school today. I’ll go to the park with her this morning. You know, when you get the job, we will both be busy and we won’t have much time with her.
M: Yes, you’re right. But if I get the job, you won’t have to work any longer.
W: That’s just what I’m hoping for. OK. Breakfast is ready. Just relax and have breakfast.
Text 9
M: Look, what a fine day today!
W: Yes. I like spring very much... the air is fresh, and flowers can be seen everywhere.
M: Yeah. Do you want to go to a picnic with me tomorrow
W: I’d like to. How about asking Jenny to go with us
M: Oh, no. She is busy with her dancing class. You know, there is a very big performance just a week later.
W: Yes, you’re right. It’s really not good for her to learn dancing. She doesn’t have any time with her own parents these days.
M: But she doesn’t think so. She likes dancing, and dancing is her life. Will you take your camera with you tomorrow
W: I want to, but I lent it to Tom yesterday. Do you have one
M: No, but I’m going to buy one this afternoon.
Text 10
Hi, Peter. Thank you very much for your telephone call. I’m glad to tell you that we have two double rooms ready for you now. The two rooms are on the fifth floor with a good view of the Red Sea. The price for each room is $ 200 a night. Every morning from 7: 00 to 9: 30, your breakfast is free, but you have to pay for your lunch and supper if you eat in our hotel.
Please remember that we only accept cash or credit cards. If you have any further questions or any special requests, just let us know and we will be very pleased to help. We look forward to welcoming you to our hotel on August 10. I hope you will enjoy your stay with us.
Thanks again for choosing our hotel.
