江苏省海安市实验中学等四校联考2023-2024学年高二下学期5月月考英语试题(无答案)
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高二下5月检测
英语试卷 2024.5
（试卷满分：150分，考试时间：120分钟）
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．What time is it now
A．3:55 pm. B．4:00 pm. C．4:05 pm.
2．What does the man offer to do
A．Revise the report. B．Fetch another typist. C．Type for the woman.
3．What does the woman mean
A．She missed the TV special.
B．She fell asleep while watching.
C．She recorded the dolphin show.
4．What is bothering Paul
A．Deciding on a good lecture title.
B．Making his lecture understandable.
C．Choosing economics-related courses.
5．Where are the speakers
A．At the airport. B．In a clinic. C．In a meeting room.
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、7题。
6．How does Marcus feel at the beginning of the conversation
A．Curious. B．Calm. C．Disappointed.
7．What does the conversation focus on
A．The choice of career.
B．A job searching experience.
C．Secrets of a successful interview.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．A travel plan. B．A guidebook. C．An artwork exhibition.
9．What attracts Peter to the Art Gallery
A．The free admission. B．A painting by Rembrandt. C．The flexible opening hours.
10．Where will the speakers go after lunch
A．The Museum. B．The Castle. C．The Botanical Gardens.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．How long did Roger Federer’s professional career last
A．14 years. B．17 years. C．24 years.
12．What happened to Federer in the 2017 Australian Open
A．He faced a series of losses.
B．He got a sudden knee injury.
C．He had a hard-fought victory.
13．Which of the following best describes Federer
A．Determined. B．Kind-hearted C．Humorous.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Schoolmates. B．Father and daughter. C．Boss and secretary.
15．What kind of learner is Jessica
A．A visual one. B．A logical one. C．An emotional one.
16．What does Jessica suggest the man do
A．Practise short-term memory.
B．Put his favourite subject first.
C．Apply colours to arrange notes.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What is Caroline Smith
A．A zoo specialist. B．A social worker. C．A TV reporter.
18．What does Caroline talk about in the Kyrie Belle Show
A．Recently extinct wildlife.
B．Latest campaigning activities.
C．Common misunderstandings of animals.
19．What does a monkey’s ear-to-ear smile suggest
A．They are quite shy. B．They feel at risk. C．They are impatient.
20．Why does the speaker deliver the speech
A．To present a charity show.
B．To advertise a national zoo.
C．To introduce a preservationist.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节 （共15 小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
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To: Marilyn Sawyer From: Paul Lebowski Sent: Tuesday, October 3 Subject: Office rental Marilyn, Here’s a link to an office rental ad I found online: www./10-01. I think it’s worth looking at even though the rent is a bit high. I know it is a good deal more than we are paying now, but look at the size. It’s twice as big as our current office, and I’m sure we can use the space. And it has a kitchen, a bathroom and a reception area just like we have now. Unfortunately, it is nowhere near a subway station. That is a convenience I would miss having, but it does have parking, unlike our current office. I’m sure our clients would appreciate that. It would also be good to be in a building with an elevator. I’m really tired of using the stairs. I’d like to see the space as soon as possible. Could you call and make an appointment Try and get one for tomorrow if you can, because after that I’ll be away until next Monday, as you know. Thanks. Paul
21．How big is Marilyn and Paul’s current office
A．450 square feet. B．750 square feet.
C．900 square feet. D．1,750 square feet.
22．What is true of Marilyn and Paul’s current office
A．It is near the subway. B．It is in a 10-story building.
C．It is in a building with an elevator. D．It cost more than the advertised office.
23．When does Paul want to see the office
A．Monday B．Tuesday C．Wednesday D．Thursday
B
I was standing in front of a stranger’s house, rescue box in hand, my head full of instructions to follow. It would be my first test as a volunteer wildlife rescuer. A call had come through that afternoon from a man: an unknown bird was attacked by other birds. He saved the victim. Could someone please help to transfer it
I was anxious even at the door: would I be able to transfer it neatly into my rescue box I entered the house, lifted a shoebox and saw a bird standing on thin legs, shaking. Hesitating for quite a while, I decided to transfer the whole shoebox into my rescue box.
Back home, I could see no obvious sign of injury, but it refused to eat the bird food I provided. I phoned a specialist. She told me this species hunts insects on the wing, so keeping it longer than overnight would make it starve. I released it and it flew high immediately. “What would be different for this delicate creature this time around ” I wondered. Nothing. But at least it would win its life again.
That was in 2009. My first rescue was a second chance for the bird as well as for me. Five months earlier, I’d received a cancer diagnosis. After the treatment, I recovered but was told I couldn’t take on my former work, which would worsen my physical condition. I was at the point where I didn’t know how to schedule my days. Then I heard about a wildlife rescue group that was seeking volunteers and holding a course. I’d been attracted by animals ever since I was a young girl but had always thought that I’d missed that boat. Then I found the boat again.
I did the course and acquired qualifications. All I had to do was wait for a rescue call. And it came: it was in a box waiting, just for me.
24．What can we learn about the author in her first wildlife rescue
A．She forgot rescue instructions. B．She experienced high pressure.
C．She lacked proper tools for rescue. D．She was skilled in doing the rescue.
25．What would probably happen to the bird after the release
A．It would die from the injuries. B．It would find the food it desired.
C．It would seek someone for adoption. D．It would be too weak and get starved.
26．Why did the author take on bird rescue
A．To try a new hobby. B．To relieve her work stress.
C．To find life’s meaning again. D．To cure her disease completely.
27．Which is the most suitable title for the text
A．The Skills of Rescue B．Wildlife Protection
C．Our Second Chance D．Thoughts after Cancer
C
Are you an early bird or a night owl Our activity patterns and sleep cycles could influence our risk of heart disease. New research published in Experimental Physiology found wake/sleep cycles cause metabolic（新陈代谢） differences and change our body’s preference for energy sources.
Researchers from Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA classified participants into two groups（early and late） based on their natural tendency to seek activity and sleep at different times. The participants were monitored for a week to assess their activity patterns across the day. They ate a calorie and nutrition-controlled diet and had to fast overnight to minimize dietary impact on the results. To study fuel preference, they were tested while at rest before completing two 15-minute period of exercise: one moderate and one high intensity session on a running machine. Aerobic fitness levels were tested through an incline challenge where the incline was raised 2.5%every two minutes until the participant reached a point of exhaustion.
The researchers found that those who stay up later have a reduced ability to use fat for energy, meaning fats may build up in the body and increase the risk of heart disease. People who are ‘early birds’ rely more on fat as an energy source and are more active during the day with, higher levels of aerobic fitness than ‘night owls’. On the other hand, ‘night owls’ use less fat for energy at rest and during exercise.
Researchers also found that early birds use more fat for energy at both rest and during exercise than night owls. Professor Steven Malin from Rutgers University said, “We found that early birds are more physically active and have higher fitness levels than night owls. Farther research is needed to examine the link between exercise and metabolic adaptation to identify whether exercising earlier in the day has greater health benefits.”
28．What does the underlined word “fast” in paragraph 2 mean
A．Move quickly. B．Go without food.
C．Exercise regularly. D．Fall sound asleep.
29．How was the research conducted
A．By making a survey. B．By making contrasts.
C．By providing examples. D．By introducing a concept.
30．What is the characteristic of the “early birds”
A Having lower fitness level. B．Using less fat during exercise.
C．Consuming more fat at rest. D．Being more active during the night.
31．What is Malin’s attitude to the result of the research
A．Tolerant. B．Pessimistic. C．Indifferent. D．Uncertain.
D
There’s a useful concept from psychology that helps explain why good people do things that harm the environment: the false consensus effect. That’s where we overvalue how acceptable and widespread our own behavior is in society. Put simply, if you’re doing something （even if you secretly know you probably shouldn’t）, you’re more likely to think plenty of other people do it too. What’s more, you likely overestimate how much other people think that behavior is broadly OK.
This bias allows people to justify socially unacceptable or illegal behaviors. Researchers have observed the false consensus effect in drug use and illegal hunting. More recently, conservationists are beginning to reveal how this effect contributes to environmental damage.
In Australia, people who admitted poaching（偷猎） thought it was much more widespread in society than it really was, and had higher estimates than fishers who obeyed the law. They also believed others viewed poaching as socially tolerable; however, in reality, more than 90% of fishers took the opposite stand on this. The false consensus effect has also shown up in studies examining support for nuclear energy and offshore wind farms.
Just as concepts from psychology can help explain some forms of environmental damage, so too can they help solve it. For example, research shows people are more likely to litter in areas where there’s already a lot of trash thrown around; so making sure the ground around a bin is not covered in rubbish may help.
Factual information on how other people think and behave can be very powerful. Energy companies have substantially reduced energy consumption simply by showing people their difference in electricity use compared to their neighbors. Encouragingly, stimulating people’s natural desire for social position has also been successful in getting people to “go green to be seen”, or to publicly purchase eco-friendly products.
As the research evidence shows, social standards can be a powerful force in encouraging and popularizing environmentally friendly behaviors. Perhaps you can do your bit by sharing this article!
32．Which example best illustrates the false consensus effect
A．A student spends long hours surfing the Internet.
B．A blogger assumes many people dislike his posts.
C．A driver frequently parks illegally in public places.
D．A smoker believes people generally approve of smoking.
33．How did most Australian fishers view the issue of poaching
A．It is widespread. B．It is impractical.
C．It is contradictory. D．It is unacceptable.
34．What do words “go green to be seen” refer to in paragraph 5
A．Develop green habits for better health.
B．Make green choices that others can perceive.
C．Join green movements for personal fulfillment.
D．Choose green items that are easy to spot in stores.
35．What is a recommended approach to solving environmental problems
A．Justify social standards. B．Publicize sustainable practices.
C．Encourage technological innovations. D．Highlight personal responsibilities.
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。
Why is a compliment so impactful One of the most important things to humans is to feel valued and respected by others, says Vanessa Bohns, a social psychologist, who has researched compliments. According to her research, people feel “significantly better” after both giving and receiving a compliment. 36
“You handled that situation so well.”
Bohns recently used her favorite compliment when she saw a server address a difficult situation with a customer at the bar. “I like it so much because you use it in anxious moments where the other person is often unsure of whether they handled a situation OK,” she says. In situations that call for a compliment, don’t second-guess yourself. Give your compliments generously. 37 That concern is unfounded.
“ 38 ”
This compliment—one of Bohns’ favorites—works well among romantic partners and close family members. “It’s a beautiful way to highlight how their presence turns life into something meaningful, despite boring routines of our everyday lives,” she says. If you’re afraid that giving a compliment like this will feel strange, you’re not alone. 39 If it makes you personally feel like the bar is lowered for you to give a compliment if you write it down, or if you practice saying it out loud or giving your pet cat the compliment first, do that.
“Hey, great dress!”
Feel free to compliment strangers. In Bohns’ research, students on a college campus were told to approach a stranger of the same gender and compliment them-about, for example, their nice shirt. Before heading out, the study participants tended to underestimate their positive effect while overestimating how annoying it would be. Across all contexts, strangers are more likely to be pleased than confused. Plus, who knows 40
A．I love the way you bring out the best in people.
B．Respect is essential when you deliver compliments.
C．One way to overcome this fear is to do a practice run.
D．You make even ordinary moments feel extraordinary.
E．You might make a new friend in addition to making someone’s day.
F．With that in mind, we asked her to share some of her favorite compliments.
G．People sometimes worry that they’re going over and will start to sound insincere.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项
If you walk around the Rahway Trail（小路） in the South Mountain Reservation, you might spot more than leaves, trees and squirrels. Fairies might live among the leaves. Small 41 are hidden in the tree trunks and branches — a surprisingly sweet sight in an otherwise normal-looking forest.
The fairy homes were not built by 42 creatures, but by volunteers. The idea came from a woman named Therese Ojibway, who 10 years ago wanted her son, who has autism（自闭症）, to have a safe space to 43 in nature.
“So, she found this Rahway Trail, now known as the Fairy Trail, and started leaving fairy homes 44 , so that when they came, he had something they could look for and over time she 45 filling it up even more,” said Julie Gould, one of the trail keepers.
Ojibway and her son moved out of the area a few years ago, but their fairy trail 46 . Gould and Kelly, officially asked to become the “Makers and Keepers” of the trail, 47 to build little wooden homes for the fairies with volunteers.
Kids visiting the Fairy Trail can spend hours 48 the nearly 100 tiny homes, but 49 , they might not see fairies. “We don’t always see them since they’re shy,” explained Kelly. “But really you should see when they ride on the backs of the squirrels…So for us to be able to provide 50 for them is just wonderful.”
Still, kids 51 to see the fairies —and sometimes they’re convinced they have. If they don’t, it is 52 a day well spent out in nature. “This is really about a magic al feeling when you come here... it touches your hearts, and it gives you a sense of imagination, 53 and creativity,” Gould said. “That’s how we get paid. We get paid when we get to 54 with the children, who come here and it made their day. This is just a 55 place for them.”
41．A．leaves B．squirrels C．cottages D．kids
42．A．imaginary B．intelligent C．primitive D．tiny
43．A．share B．search C．occupy D．explore
44．A．by accident B．here and there C．in a hurry D．day and night
45．A．admitted B．avoided C．risked D．kept
46．A．faded B．survived C．remained D．twisted
47．A．continue B．struggle C．intend D．happen
48．A．breaking into B．tearing down C．looking for D．setting up
49．A．unfortunately B．hopefully C．unexpectedly D．deliberately
50．A．food B．suggestions C．homes D．privacy
51．A．manage B．pretend C．hesitate D．attempt
52．A．hardly B．actually C．likely D．still
53．A．justice B．identity C．accomplishment D．wonder
54．A．negotiate B．reason C．interact D．compete
55．A．magical B．typical C．secret D．temporary
第二节 （共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In a heartwarming turn of events, giant panda Fubao has finally returned home to China. Fubao was born in South Korea in July 2020 and quickly gained a 56 （mass） following due to its lovely appearance and appealing personality.
The journey to bring Fubao back to China was a long and challenging one, but it was made possible through the 57 （cooperate） of both Chinese and South Korean authorities. On April 3, Fubao boarded a plane from South Korea and arrived safely in Chengdu, China, 58 it belongs. There, it was greeted by a group of fans who were 59 （eager） waiting for its arrival.
Fans of Fubao have been visiting the Everland theme park in South Kore a every month to catch sight of 60 beloved panda. The Chinese media has been closely following Fubao’s journey back to China, with many netizens 61 （express） their excitement and happiness. Some have even gone so far as to set up advertisements 62 （welcome） Fubao back home.
Fubao will now be able to live in its natural habitat, 63 （surround） by other pandas and receiving the care and attention it 64 （deserve） . A special quarantine（隔离） area has been set up for Fubao at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where it can adjust 65 its new surroundings.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华，你校外教Ryan打算开展英语阅读活动，现向学生征求意见，请你给外教回复一封邮件，陈述建议并给出理由，内容包括：
1．材料选择；
2．阅读形式（小组合作或自主阅读）。
注意：1．词数80左右；
2．开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Ryan,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________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海开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The school festival was buzzing with excitement, all because of a new contest called “Innovate Your Way.” This contest was all about making a costume that was as unique and creative as possible, showcasing what one loves the most.
Lily Adams was surrounded by classmates with cool ideas. One classmate said excitedly, “I’m going to be the whole solar system, with planets circling around me!” One boasted （吹嘘）, “I’ll redefine innovation. I will become a walking smartphone from the future, showing the digital age with interactive apps and games.”
Meanwhile, another one came up with the idea to dress up as a live weather forecast. He planned to attach LED screens to his outfit, displaying different weather patterns. This costume would not just show the weather but also change with real-time updates, combining technology and creativity in a way the festival had never seen.
Feeling overwhelmed, Lily wasn’t sure what to do. Her friends had such amazing ideas, and she hadn’t even picked a costume yet. She shared her worries with her friend Noah, saying,” I can’t make up my mind. Every idea seems too hard to do or just not exciting enough.”
Noah, always wise, had a great suggestion. “Why don’t you make a costume about gardening You love it, and it’s something unique to you,” he said. Lily was unsure because the con test was just a few days away. “I don’t know if there’s enough time to make something like that from the beginning,” she worried. But Noah encouraged her, “You have a special talent for making something wonderful out of simple things. Use what’s around you.”
Inspired by Noah’s words, Lily thought over her collection of plants and flowers. Arriving home, she noticed the pile of old gardening magazines and a forgotten green tarp（防水布） in the garage.
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。
As Lily looked through the magazines, an idea began to take root.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________The day of the contest finally arrived.
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英语试卷 2024.5
（试卷满分：150分，考试时间：120分钟）
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．What time is it now
A．3:55 pm. B．4:00 pm. C．4:05 pm.
2．What does the man offer to do
A．Revise the report. B．Fetch another typist. C．Type for the woman.
3．What does the woman mean
A．She missed the TV special.
B．She fell asleep while watching.
C．She recorded the dolphin show.
4．What is bothering Paul
A．Deciding on a good lecture title.
B．Making his lecture understandable.
C．Choosing economics-related courses.
5．Where are the speakers
A．At the airport. B．In a clinic. C．In a meeting room.
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、7题。
6．How does Marcus feel at the beginning of the conversation
A．Curious. B．Calm. C．Disappointed.
7．What does the conversation focus on
A．The choice of career.
B．A job searching experience.
C．Secrets of a successful interview.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．A travel plan. B．A guidebook. C．An artwork exhibition.
9．What attracts Peter to the Art Gallery
A．The free admission. B．A painting by Rembrandt. C．The flexible opening hours.
10．Where will the speakers go after lunch
A．The Museum. B．The Castle. C．The Botanical Gardens.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．How long did Roger Federer’s professional career last
A．14 years. B．17 years. C．24 years.
12．What happened to Federer in the 2017 Australian Open
A．He faced a series of losses.
B．He got a sudden knee injury.
C．He had a hard-fought victory.
13．Which of the following best describes Federer
A．Determined. B．Kind-hearted C．Humorous.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Schoolmates. B．Father and daughter. C．Boss and secretary.
15．What kind of learner is Jessica
A．A visual one. B．A logical one. C．An emotional one.
16．What does Jessica suggest the man do
A．Practise short-term memory.
B．Put his favourite subject first.
C．Apply colours to arrange notes.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What is Caroline Smith
A．A zoo specialist. B．A social worker. C．A TV reporter.
18．What does Caroline talk about in the Kyrie Belle Show
A．Recently extinct wildlife.
B．Latest campaigning activities.
C．Common misunderstandings of animals.
19．What does a monkey’s ear-to-ear smile suggest
A．They are quite shy. B．They feel at risk. C．They are impatient.
20．Why does the speaker deliver the speech
A．To present a charity show.
B．To advertise a national zoo.
C．To introduce a preservationist.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节 （共15 小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
FOR RENT Large, sunny office in convenient downtown location, near two bus routes, ample parking at the back. 900 sq. feet divided into two private offices and comfortable reception area, small kitchen, one bathroom. Modern 10-story building with two elevators. $ 1, 750/month. First month’s rent and security deposit equal to one month’s rent required to move in. To see, call City Office Rentals at 382-0838 between 8:30 and 4:30, Tues.-Sat.
To: Marilyn Sawyer From: Paul Lebowski Sent: Tuesday, October 3 Subject: Office rental Marilyn, Here’s a link to an office rental ad I found online: www./10-01. I think it’s worth looking at even though the rent is a bit high. I know it is a good deal more than we are paying now, but look at the size. It’s twice as big as our current office, and I’m sure we can use the space. And it has a kitchen, a bathroom and a reception area just like we have now. Unfortunately, it is nowhere near a subway station. That is a convenience I would miss having, but it does have parking, unlike our current office. I’m sure our clients would appreciate that. It would also be good to be in a building with an elevator. I’m really tired of using the stairs. I’d like to see the space as soon as possible. Could you call and make an appointment Try and get one for tomorrow if you can, because after that I’ll be away until next Monday, as you know. Thanks. Paul
21．How big is Marilyn and Paul’s current office
A．450 square feet. B．750 square feet.
C．900 square feet. D．1,750 square feet.
22．What is true of Marilyn and Paul’s current office
A．It is near the subway. B．It is in a 10-story building.
C．It is in a building with an elevator. D．It cost more than the advertised office.
23．When does Paul want to see the office
A．Monday B．Tuesday C．Wednesday D．Thursday
B
I was standing in front of a stranger’s house, rescue box in hand, my head full of instructions to follow. It would be my first test as a volunteer wildlife rescuer. A call had come through that afternoon from a man: an unknown bird was attacked by other birds. He saved the victim. Could someone please help to transfer it
I was anxious even at the door: would I be able to transfer it neatly into my rescue box I entered the house, lifted a shoebox and saw a bird standing on thin legs, shaking. Hesitating for quite a while, I decided to transfer the whole shoebox into my rescue box.
Back home, I could see no obvious sign of injury, but it refused to eat the bird food I provided. I phoned a specialist. She told me this species hunts insects on the wing, so keeping it longer than overnight would make it starve. I released it and it flew high immediately. “What would be different for this delicate creature this time around ” I wondered. Nothing. But at least it would win its life again.
That was in 2009. My first rescue was a second chance for the bird as well as for me. Five months earlier, I’d received a cancer diagnosis. After the treatment, I recovered but was told I couldn’t take on my former work, which would worsen my physical condition. I was at the point where I didn’t know how to schedule my days. Then I heard about a wildlife rescue group that was seeking volunteers and holding a course. I’d been attracted by animals ever since I was a young girl but had always thought that I’d missed that boat. Then I found the boat again.
I did the course and acquired qualifications. All I had to do was wait for a rescue call. And it came: it was in a box waiting, just for me.
24．What can we learn about the author in her first wildlife rescue
A．She forgot rescue instructions. B．She experienced high pressure.
C．She lacked proper tools for rescue. D．She was skilled in doing the rescue.
25．What would probably happen to the bird after the release
A．It would die from the injuries. B．It would find the food it desired.
C．It would seek someone for adoption. D．It would be too weak and get starved.
26．Why did the author take on bird rescue
A．To try a new hobby. B．To relieve her work stress.
C．To find life’s meaning again. D．To cure her disease completely.
27．Which is the most suitable title for the text
A．The Skills of Rescue B．Wildlife Protection
C．Our Second Chance D．Thoughts after Cancer
C
Are you an early bird or a night owl Our activity patterns and sleep cycles could influence our risk of heart disease. New research published in Experimental Physiology found wake/sleep cycles cause metabolic（新陈代谢） differences and change our body’s preference for energy sources.
Researchers from Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA classified participants into two groups（early and late） based on their natural tendency to seek activity and sleep at different times. The participants were monitored for a week to assess their activity patterns across the day. They ate a calorie and nutrition-controlled diet and had to fast overnight to minimize dietary impact on the results. To study fuel preference, they were tested while at rest before completing two 15-minute period of exercise: one moderate and one high intensity session on a running machine. Aerobic fitness levels were tested through an incline challenge where the incline was raised 2.5%every two minutes until the participant reached a point of exhaustion.
The researchers found that those who stay up later have a reduced ability to use fat for energy, meaning fats may build up in the body and increase the risk of heart disease. People who are ‘early birds’ rely more on fat as an energy source and are more active during the day with, higher levels of aerobic fitness than ‘night owls’. On the other hand, ‘night owls’ use less fat for energy at rest and during exercise.
Researchers also found that early birds use more fat for energy at both rest and during exercise than night owls. Professor Steven Malin from Rutgers University said, “We found that early birds are more physically active and have higher fitness levels than night owls. Farther research is needed to examine the link between exercise and metabolic adaptation to identify whether exercising earlier in the day has greater health benefits.”
28．What does the underlined word “fast” in paragraph 2 mean
A．Move quickly. B．Go without food.
C．Exercise regularly. D．Fall sound asleep.
29．How was the research conducted
A．By making a survey. B．By making contrasts.
C．By providing examples. D．By introducing a concept.
30．What is the characteristic of the “early birds”
A Having lower fitness level. B．Using less fat during exercise.
C．Consuming more fat at rest. D．Being more active during the night.
31．What is Malin’s attitude to the result of the research
A．Tolerant. B．Pessimistic. C．Indifferent. D．Uncertain.
D
There’s a useful concept from psychology that helps explain why good people do things that harm the environment: the false consensus effect. That’s where we overvalue how acceptable and widespread our own behavior is in society. Put simply, if you’re doing something （even if you secretly know you probably shouldn’t）, you’re more likely to think plenty of other people do it too. What’s more, you likely overestimate how much other people think that behavior is broadly OK.
This bias allows people to justify socially unacceptable or illegal behaviors. Researchers have observed the false consensus effect in drug use and illegal hunting. More recently, conservationists are beginning to reveal how this effect contributes to environmental damage.
In Australia, people who admitted poaching（偷猎） thought it was much more widespread in society than it really was, and had higher estimates than fishers who obeyed the law. They also believed others viewed poaching as socially tolerable; however, in reality, more than 90% of fishers took the opposite stand on this. The false consensus effect has also shown up in studies examining support for nuclear energy and offshore wind farms.
Just as concepts from psychology can help explain some forms of environmental damage, so too can they help solve it. For example, research shows people are more likely to litter in areas where there’s already a lot of trash thrown around; so making sure the ground around a bin is not covered in rubbish may help.
Factual information on how other people think and behave can be very powerful. Energy companies have substantially reduced energy consumption simply by showing people their difference in electricity use compared to their neighbors. Encouragingly, stimulating people’s natural desire for social position has also been successful in getting people to “go green to be seen”, or to publicly purchase eco-friendly products.
As the research evidence shows, social standards can be a powerful force in encouraging and popularizing environmentally friendly behaviors. Perhaps you can do your bit by sharing this article!
32．Which example best illustrates the false consensus effect
A．A student spends long hours surfing the Internet.
B．A blogger assumes many people dislike his posts.
C．A driver frequently parks illegally in public places.
D．A smoker believes people generally approve of smoking.
33．How did most Australian fishers view the issue of poaching
A．It is widespread. B．It is impractical.
C．It is contradictory. D．It is unacceptable.
34．What do words “go green to be seen” refer to in paragraph 5
A．Develop green habits for better health.
B．Make green choices that others can perceive.
C．Join green movements for personal fulfillment.
D．Choose green items that are easy to spot in stores.
35．What is a recommended approach to solving environmental problems
A．Justify social standards. B．Publicize sustainable practices.
C．Encourage technological innovations. D．Highlight personal responsibilities.
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。
Why is a compliment so impactful One of the most important things to humans is to feel valued and respected by others, says Vanessa Bohns, a social psychologist, who has researched compliments. According to her research, people feel “significantly better” after both giving and receiving a compliment. 36
“You handled that situation so well.”
Bohns recently used her favorite compliment when she saw a server address a difficult situation with a customer at the bar. “I like it so much because you use it in anxious moments where the other person is often unsure of whether they handled a situation OK,” she says. In situations that call for a compliment, don’t second-guess yourself. Give your compliments generously. 37 That concern is unfounded.
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This compliment—one of Bohns’ favorites—works well among romantic partners and close family members. “It’s a beautiful way to highlight how their presence turns life into something meaningful, despite boring routines of our everyday lives,” she says. If you’re afraid that giving a compliment like this will feel strange, you’re not alone. 39 If it makes you personally feel like the bar is lowered for you to give a compliment if you write it down, or if you practice saying it out loud or giving your pet cat the compliment first, do that.
“Hey, great dress!”
Feel free to compliment strangers. In Bohns’ research, students on a college campus were told to approach a stranger of the same gender and compliment them-about, for example, their nice shirt. Before heading out, the study participants tended to underestimate their positive effect while overestimating how annoying it would be. Across all contexts, strangers are more likely to be pleased than confused. Plus, who knows 40
A．I love the way you bring out the best in people.
B．Respect is essential when you deliver compliments.
C．One way to overcome this fear is to do a practice run.
D．You make even ordinary moments feel extraordinary.
E．You might make a new friend in addition to making someone’s day.
F．With that in mind, we asked her to share some of her favorite compliments.
G．People sometimes worry that they’re going over and will start to sound insincere.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项
If you walk around the Rahway Trail（小路） in the South Mountain Reservation, you might spot more than leaves, trees and squirrels. Fairies might live among the leaves. Small 41 are hidden in the tree trunks and branches — a surprisingly sweet sight in an otherwise normal-looking forest.
The fairy homes were not built by 42 creatures, but by volunteers. The idea came from a woman named Therese Ojibway, who 10 years ago wanted her son, who has autism（自闭症）, to have a safe space to 43 in nature.
“So, she found this Rahway Trail, now known as the Fairy Trail, and started leaving fairy homes 44 , so that when they came, he had something they could look for and over time she 45 filling it up even more,” said Julie Gould, one of the trail keepers.
Ojibway and her son moved out of the area a few years ago, but their fairy trail 46 . Gould and Kelly, officially asked to become the “Makers and Keepers” of the trail, 47 to build little wooden homes for the fairies with volunteers.
Kids visiting the Fairy Trail can spend hours 48 the nearly 100 tiny homes, but 49 , they might not see fairies. “We don’t always see them since they’re shy,” explained Kelly. “But really you should see when they ride on the backs of the squirrels…So for us to be able to provide 50 for them is just wonderful.”
Still, kids 51 to see the fairies —and sometimes they’re convinced they have. If they don’t, it is 52 a day well spent out in nature. “This is really about a magic al feeling when you come here... it touches your hearts, and it gives you a sense of imagination, 53 and creativity,” Gould said. “That’s how we get paid. We get paid when we get to 54 with the children, who come here and it made their day. This is just a 55 place for them.”
41．A．leaves B．squirrels C．cottages D．kids
42．A．imaginary B．intelligent C．primitive D．tiny
43．A．share B．search C．occupy D．explore
44．A．by accident B．here and there C．in a hurry D．day and night
45．A．admitted B．avoided C．risked D．kept
46．A．faded B．survived C．remained D．twisted
47．A．continue B．struggle C．intend D．happen
48．A．breaking into B．tearing down C．looking for D．setting up
49．A．unfortunately B．hopefully C．unexpectedly D．deliberately
50．A．food B．suggestions C．homes D．privacy
51．A．manage B．pretend C．hesitate D．attempt
52．A．hardly B．actually C．likely D．still
53．A．justice B．identity C．accomplishment D．wonder
54．A．negotiate B．reason C．interact D．compete
55．A．magical B．typical C．secret D．temporary
第二节 （共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In a heartwarming turn of events, giant panda Fubao has finally returned home to China. Fubao was born in South Korea in July 2020 and quickly gained a 56 （mass） following due to its lovely appearance and appealing personality.
The journey to bring Fubao back to China was a long and challenging one, but it was made possible through the 57 （cooperate） of both Chinese and South Korean authorities. On April 3, Fubao boarded a plane from South Korea and arrived safely in Chengdu, China, 58 it belongs. There, it was greeted by a group of fans who were 59 （eager） waiting for its arrival.
Fans of Fubao have been visiting the Everland theme park in South Kore a every month to catch sight of 60 beloved panda. The Chinese media has been closely following Fubao’s journey back to China, with many netizens 61 （express） their excitement and happiness. Some have even gone so far as to set up advertisements 62 （welcome） Fubao back home.
Fubao will now be able to live in its natural habitat, 63 （surround） by other pandas and receiving the care and attention it 64 （deserve） . A special quarantine（隔离） area has been set up for Fubao at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where it can adjust 65 its new surroundings.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华，你校外教Ryan打算开展英语阅读活动，现向学生征求意见，请你给外教回复一封邮件，陈述建议并给出理由，内容包括：
1．材料选择；
2．阅读形式（小组合作或自主阅读）。
注意：1．词数80左右；
2．开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Ryan,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________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海开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The school festival was buzzing with excitement, all because of a new contest called “Innovate Your Way.” This contest was all about making a costume that was as unique and creative as possible, showcasing what one loves the most.
Lily Adams was surrounded by classmates with cool ideas. One classmate said excitedly, “I’m going to be the whole solar system, with planets circling around me!” One boasted （吹嘘）, “I’ll redefine innovation. I will become a walking smartphone from the future, showing the digital age with interactive apps and games.”
Meanwhile, another one came up with the idea to dress up as a live weather forecast. He planned to attach LED screens to his outfit, displaying different weather patterns. This costume would not just show the weather but also change with real-time updates, combining technology and creativity in a way the festival had never seen.
Feeling overwhelmed, Lily wasn’t sure what to do. Her friends had such amazing ideas, and she hadn’t even picked a costume yet. She shared her worries with her friend Noah, saying,” I can’t make up my mind. Every idea seems too hard to do or just not exciting enough.”
Noah, always wise, had a great suggestion. “Why don’t you make a costume about gardening You love it, and it’s something unique to you,” he said. Lily was unsure because the con test was just a few days away. “I don’t know if there’s enough time to make something like that from the beginning,” she worried. But Noah encouraged her, “You have a special talent for making something wonderful out of simple things. Use what’s around you.”
Inspired by Noah’s words, Lily thought over her collection of plants and flowers. Arriving home, she noticed the pile of old gardening magazines and a forgotten green tarp（防水布） in the garage.
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。
As Lily looked through the magazines, an idea began to take root.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________The day of the contest finally arrived.
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