广西南宁市示范性高中2024年春季学期第三次月考试题
高二英语
考试范围：外研版选择性必修三、四
本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
1．答题前，务必将自己的姓名、班级、考号填写在答题卡规定的位置上。
2．答选择题时，必须使用2B铅笔将答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。
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4．所有题目必须在答题卡上作答，在试题卷上答题无效。
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．When is Mary’s birthday
A．On Monday. B．On Tuesday. C．On Wednesday.
2．How did the woman get to work today
A．By taxi. B．By bike. C．By bus.
3．What are the speakers talking about
A．Janice’s arm injury. B．Their messy house. C．A car accident.
4．What did the man do during his holiday
A．He walked along the beach. B．He swam in the ocean. C．He went fishing.
5．What type of film is The Outfit
A．Comedy. B．Science fiction. C．Crime film.
第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22.5 分）
听下面5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A 、B 、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答小题。
6．Who is Cindy
A．A teacher. B．A student. C．An environmental expert.
7．What does Cindy worry most about the future public transport
A．The effect on the environment.
B．The arrival and departure time.
C．The high cost on it.
听下面一段较长对话，回答小题。
8．Where are the speakers
A．In a post office. B．In a souvenir shop. C．In a workshop.
9．What will the man send to his sister
A．Some vases. B．Some key rings. C．Some shell crafts.
10．What does the woman ask the man to do
A．Pay by cash. B．Fill in a form. C．Give her a business card.
听下面一段较长对话，回答小题。
11．What is Tom doing
A．Making a poster. B．Finding a parking space. C．Attending a demonstration.
12．What is the purpose of the demonstration
A．To get a new market.
B．To tell people what Space Party is.
C．To prevent the government from building a car park.
13．What will Jane do
A．Watch TV. B．Go shopping. C．Play volleyball.
听下面一段较长对话，回答小题。
14．Why was the man on the roof yesterday
A．To cool himself. B．To repair it. C．To put something on it.
15．How does the woman examine the man
A．By having an X-ray.
B．By taking his temperature.
C．By looking at his throat and ear.
16．What does the woman advise the man to do
A．Do more exercise. B．Get some rest. C．Drink more water.
17．How often should the man take pills
A．Three times a day. B．Twice a day. C．Once a day.
听下面一段独白，回答小题。
18．Which road will stay closed for over an hour
A．M16. B．M43. C．M48.
19．Why is North Street closed to all cars
A．The snow is thick. B．It is under repair. C．There’s an accident.
20．How can passengers get the latest information about trains
A．By making a call. B．By visiting a website. C．By listening to the radio.
第二部分 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，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
AP at a Glance
Get an Overview of the AP Program
The Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables willing and academically-prepared students to pursue college-level studies while they are still in high school. The program develops college-level courses that high schools can choose to offer and corresponding AP exams that are administered once a year.
Fast Facts
·AP courses are available in seven subject categories.
·Each AP course is modeled on a comparable introductory college course in the subject.
·Each course comes to an end in a standardized college-level assessment or an AP exam.
·AP exams are given in May each year at testing locations all over the world.
·Schools must be authorized by the AP Course Audit to offer approved AP courses and use the “AP” designation (名称).
Advantages
Taking AP courses and exams can help students:
·Stand out on college applications. AP courses on a student’s transcript (学生成绩报告单) show that they’ve challenged themselves with the strictest courses available to them. And success on an AP exam shows that they’re ready for college-level coursework.
·Earn college credits and skip introductory courses in college. Most four-year colleges and universities in the United States, as well as many institutions in more than 100 other countries, grant students’ credit, placement, or both for qualifying AP exam scores.
1. Who are suitable to apply for the program
A. Middle school teachers.
B. High school students.
C. Program designers.
D. Company administrators.
2. What should the students do to finish a course
A. Study seven reports.
B. Earn enough credits.
C. Take a relevant exam.
D. Use the “AP” designation.
3. What benefit can the qualified students get from the program
A. Getting a high school transcript sooner.
B. More foreign universities to be chosen from.
C. Studying more introductory courses in college.
D. Higher possibility of being admitted to a university.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了Advanced Placement Program(AP)的相关信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Get an Overview of the AP Program”部分的第一句“The Advanced Placement Program(AP) enables willing and academically-prepared students to pursue college-level studies while they are still in high school.(Advanced Placement Program(AP)使有意愿和学术准备的学生能够在高中时进行大学水平的学习。)”可知，这个项目适合高中生。故选B。
2题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Fast Facts”下面的“Each course comes to an end in a standardized college-level assessment or an AP exam.(每门课程都会在标准化的大学水平评估或AP考试中结束。)”可知，学生完成每门课程都需要参加相关考试。故选C。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据“Advantages”下面的“Stand out on college applications. AP courses on a student’s transcript(学生成绩报告单) show that they’ve challenged themselves with the strictest courses available to them. And success on an AP exam shows that they’re ready for college-level coursework.(在大学申请中脱颖而出。学生成绩单上的AP课程表明了他们用最严格的课程挑战了自己。AP考试的成功表明他们已经为大学水平的课程做好了准备。)”可推测出，参加AP课程并通过AP考试能够让学生在大学申请中脱颖而出，这能够提升他们的录取可能性。故选D。
B
Argentina lies in the South America. There are many festivals in Argentina during the year. Therefore, you can enjoy the different interesting festivals when traveling there.
First of all, we should talk about the Tango (探戈) Festival inArgentina, which is held in the capital of this country — Buenos Aires, from February to March. You ought to know that Argentina is the home of tango, so Argentinians admire this dance very much. Even if you cannot dance perfectly, you should join the people and try to perform this dance.
The next festival in Argentina is Open Polo (马球) Tournament. You should go to Palermo to see this festival in Argentina. This festival is held every year and is the most important polo tournament in Argentina.This kind of sport is considered the most important in Argentina.
Attending this festival in Argentina, you will be able to communicate with different people and admire the fascinating competition between the teams of different countries, such as Argentina, England, Australia, as well as the US. This festival in Argentina is usually held between November and December every year. So don’t miss the opportunity if you travel to Argentina at this time.
The other festival in Argentina is the Semana Musical Liao Liao. This is a festival of classical music. The festival was created in 1993 and is held at the Liao Liao Hotel, near Bariloche. The festival is held yearly in October. So if you admire this kind of music, you should travel toArgentina in October.
There are also many carnivals in Argentina in summer. Of course, it’s impossible to put everything about festivals in Argentina into just one article. We hope that you have found this article interesting and eye-catching.
4. What would be the best title for the passage
A. Entertainments in Argentina B. Festivals in Argentina
C. Travel to Argentina D. A brief introduction to Argentina
5. From the passage, we know that the Tango Festival .
A. is organized by the government
B. welcomes everyone to take part in it
C. is held in summer
D. holds parties for different dances
6. Which of the following is a sports festival
A. Open Polo Tournament. B. Every carnival in Argentina.
C. The Tango Festival. D. The Semana Musical Liao Liao.
7. If Tom wants to enjoy a classical music event in Argentina, he should visit .
A. Buenos Aires in spring B. Palermo in April
C. Palermo in winter D. Bariloche in October
【答案】4. B 5. B 6. A 7. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章旨在介绍阿根廷的不同节日。
【4题详解】
主旨大意题。根据文章第一自然段“There are many festivals in Argentina during the year. Therefore, you can enjoy the different interesting festivals when traveling there.(阿根廷一年中有许多节日。因此，当你在那里旅行时，你可以享受不同的有趣的节日)”以及下文内容可知，这篇文章介绍的是阿根廷的各种节日，所以B项“Festivals in Argentina(阿根廷的节日)”是本文最好的标题，故选B项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二自然段“You ought to know that Argentina is the home of tango, so Argentinians admire this dance very much. Even if you cannot dance perfectly, you should join the people and try to perform this dance.(你应该知道阿根廷是探戈的发源地，所以阿根廷人非常欣赏这种舞蹈。即使你不能跳得很完美，你也应该和人们一起试着表演这种舞蹈)”可知，不管你会不会跳舞，都可以参加，因此探戈节欢迎每个人参加，故选B项。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三自然段“This festival is held every year and is the most important polo tournament in Argentina.This kind of sport is considered the most important in Argentina.(这个节日每年举行，是阿根廷最重要马球比赛。这种运动在阿根廷被认为是最重要的)”可知，Open Polo Tournament运动是关于体育的节日，故选A项。
【7题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“The other festival in Argentina is the Semana Musical Liao Liao. This is a festival of classical music. The festival was created in 1993 and is held at the Liao Liao Hotel, near Bariloche. The festival is held yearly in October.(在阿根廷的另一个节日是苏安纳音乐廖。这是一个古典音乐节。该节日创建于1993年，在巴里洛什附近的Llao Llao酒店举行。这个节日在每年的十月举行)”可知，汤姆想要听古典乐的，可以10月份去参加Semana Musical Liao Liao，地点在巴里洛什附近的Llao Llao酒店，故选D项。
C
Those of us who shop online may scan customer reviews to get a better sense of products we can't judge for ourselves at a physical store. We may check out online testimonials before booking a haircut or visiting a new restaurant. But what happens if some of those reviews can't be trusted
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced that it was proposing new measures to crack down on fake reviews and other practices used to mislead consumers. The commission published a proposed rule that would prohibit companies from writing or selling fake reviews, buying positive reviews, suppressing negative reviews and more.
“Our proposed rule on fake reviews shows that we're using all available means to attack deceptive advertising in the digital age,” Samuel Levine, director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection, said in a statement.
Research shows people overwhelmingly consult online reviews, but humans are also bad at telling which consumer reviews hold water and which are nonsense.
That's potentially worrisome given that nearly one in every three reviews is fake, according to one estimate.
In arguing for the proposal, the FTC cited enforcement actions it had taken against companies that manipulated reviews of their products.
In 2022, for example, the commission forced the online retailer Fashion Nova to pay $4.2 million to settle allegations (指控) that it blocked negative reviews from being posted on its website — the first FTC action involving a company's effort to hide negative reviews. For its part, Fashion Nova said in a statement to The New York Times that the FTC's allegations were “inaccurate” and that it only settled the charges to avoid “the distraction and legal fees”.
Comments on the proposed rule have to be received within 60 days of its publication in the Federal Register, after which the FTC will decide whether to issue a revised final version.
8. What is the main purpose of the FTC's proposed rule
A. To improve the quality of products and services.
B. To protect the interests of physical stores.
C. To ban negative reviews from online platforms.
D. To ensure true reviews are presented to customers.
9. What does the underlined phrase “hold water” in Paragraph 4 most probably mean
A. Be credible. B. Be prejudiced. C. Be official. D. Be misleading.
10. Why was Fashion Nova forced to pay $ 4.2 million in a settlement in 2022
A. To delete negative reviews of its products.
B. To post customer reviews on its website.
C. To resolve allegations of deceptive advertising.
D. To prevent it from facing further criticism and legal fees.
11. What can be inferred about the proposed rule
A. It is well-received. B. It is still under review.
C. It has proven to be effective. D. It has encountered opposition.
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. C 11. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了美国联邦贸易委员会发布了一项建议规则，禁止公司撰写或销售虚假评论，购买正面评论，压制负面评论，并打击虚假评论和其它误导消费者行为。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced that it was proposing new measures to crack down on fake reviews and other practices used to mislead consumers. (美国联邦贸易委员会(FTC)最近宣布，将提出新措施，打击虚假评论和其他误导消费者的做法)”可知，联邦贸易委员会拟议规则的主要目的是确保向客户提供真实的评论。故选D项。
【9题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第四段中“Research shows people overwhelmingly consult online reviews, but humans are also bad at telling (研究表明，绝大多数人会查阅网上评论，但人类也不善于分辨)”以及“which are nonsense (哪些是胡说八道)”可知，此处为人类也不善于分辨哪些消费者评论站得住脚，哪些是胡说八道。由此猜测，划线短语hold water为“站得住脚，可信的”意思，与A项Be credible (是可信的)意思一致。故选A项。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“In 2022, for example, the commission forced the online retailer Fashion Nova to pay $4.2 million to settle allegations (指控) that it blocked negative reviews from being posted on its website — the first FTC action involving a company's effort to hide negative reviews. (例如，在2022年，委员会迫使在线零售商Fashion Nova支付420万美元。该公司被指控阻止负面评论在其网站上发布——这是FTC首次针对一家公司隐瞒负面评论的行为采取行动)”可知，Fashion Nova在2022年被迫支付420万美元的和解金是为了解决关于欺骗性广告的指控。故选C项。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Comments on the proposed rule have to be received within 60 days of its publication in the Federal Register, after which the FTC will decide whether to issue a revised final version. (对拟议规则的评论必须在《联邦公报》(Federal Register)公布后60天内收到，之后FTC将决定是否发布修订后的最终版本)”可推知，关于拟议的规则仍在审查中。故选B项。
D
In ancient Maya civilization, cacao — which chocolate is made from — wasn’t just for the elites (精英). Traces of the sacred plant show up in antiques from all types of neighborhoods and in and around a former Maya city, researchers report in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The finding suggests that, contrary to previous thinking, cacao was consumed at every social level of Maya society.
“Now we know that the ceremonies with cacao were likely played out by everyone,” says AnabelFord, an archaeologist at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Cacao was sacred to the ancient Maya, consumed in ceremonies and used as a currency. The cacao tree itself was linked to Hun Hunahpu, a Mayan god. Previous research found cacao in burials (墓地), suggesting that its use was restricted to those at the top.
To explore the extent to which cacao was used in broader Maya society, Ford and colleagues examined 54 antiques dating from A. D. 600 to 900. The antiques come from jars, mixing bowls, serving plates and vases thought to be drinking vessels. All the pieces were found in residential and ceremonial civic areas of varying size and status from city centers, foothills, upland areas and the valley around the former Maya city of El Pilar, on the present-day border of Guatemala and Belize.
To identify cacao, the researchers searched for theophylline, a compound found in trace amounts in the plant. The team found the compound on more than half of the samples, on all types of antiques and distributed throughout social contexts.
Future research will move beyond who consumed cacao and explore the role of farmers in managing the critical resource. “A better question is to understand who grew it,” Ford says, because those people probably had greater access to the valuable commodity.
12. What do traces of cacao found in Mayan antiques indicate
A. Cacao was once unique to Maya society.
B. Cacao was only available to wealthy Mayan people.
C. Cacao was accessible to Mayan ordinary people.
D. Cacao left more traces in the Mayan city center.
13 What can we learn from the first two paragraphs
A. There is no need to do further research on cacao.
B. Mayan people liked eating chocolate very much.
C. Mayan festivals were the same as those of the modern times.
D. There were some limitations in previous research about cacao.
14. Why did Ford and his colleagues examine 54 antiques
A. To make copies of Mayan antiques.
B. To learn about the Mayan eating habits.
C. To find out cacao’s relationship with the religion.
D. To know about Mayan social groups of cacao use.
15. Which of the following will be the focus of the research about cacao
A. The varieties of cacao. B. Ways cacao was spread out.
C. Cacao tree growers. D. The cacao’s value.
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. D 15. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。在一个昔日的玛雅城市及其周边的各种类型的社区的文物中都发现了可可的踪迹，这一发现表明，玛雅社会的各个阶层都在食用可可。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段第一句“In ancient Maya civilization, cacao — which chocolate is made from — wasn’t just for the elites (精英).(在古代玛雅文明中，可可豆——巧克力的原料——不仅仅是精英阶层的专利)”和最后一句“The finding suggests that, contrary to previous thinking, cacao was consumed at every social level of Maya society.(这一发现表明，与之前的想法相反，可可在玛雅社会的每个社会阶层都被消费)”可知，在玛雅文物中发现的可可的踪迹表明，玛雅社会的各个阶层都可以食用可可。故选C。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。通读前两段，结合第二段中“Now we know that the ceremonies with cacao were likely played out by everyone(现在我们知道，用可可的仪式可能是每个人都参加的)”和“Previous research found cacao in burials (墓地), suggesting that its use was restricted to those at the top.(之前的研究在墓地中发现了可可，这表明可可的使用仅限于上层人士)”可知，当前的发现表明，过去，在仪式上，每个人都可以食用可可，而以前的研究表明，只有玛雅的上层社会才可以食用可可，由此可推知，以前的研究是有局限性的。故选D。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段第一句“To explore the extent to which cacao was used in broader Maya society, Ford and colleagues examined 54 antiques dating from A. D. 600 to 900.(为了探索可可豆在更广泛的玛雅社会中的使用程度，福特和他的同事检查了54件可追溯到公元600年至900年的古董)”可知，Ford和他的同事们检查54件文物是为了探究可可在玛雅社会中的使用范围。故选D。
【15题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Future research will move beyond who consumed cacao and explore the role of farmers in managing the critical resource. ‘A better question is to understand who grew it,’(未来的研究将超越谁消费了可可，并探索农民在管理这一关键资源中的作用。‘更好的问题是了解是谁种植的，’)”可知，可可树的种植者会是未来关于可可的研究的重点。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。
Self-learning can help you develop important skills and gain valuable knowledge. Understanding strategies for self-learning is important. They can help you study new concepts with ease. ___16___.
Determine your learning style. People often prefer to learn new information or a new skill using varied approaches. ___17___ by exploring different learning styles and understanding your own learning process.
Find a purpose. Determine what you want to learn about and why you want to be a self-learner. ___18___. Then, consider reflecting on how it might affect your life right now and how you might plan to use it in the future. For instance, if you plan to learn fiction writing, you can decide whether you’re interested in seeking a publishing career or maintaining it as a hobby.
___19___. This can help you focus your efforts. It may be helpful to choose specific options, so you can optimize（优化） the steps of your self-learning process. For example, if you’re practicing a programming language like HTML, you can make a goal to design your own website with certain functions using the knowledge you’ve learned.
Determine a schedule. To create an effective plan, it may be helpful to create an agenda for your self-learning sessions. ___20___ and estimate how long each task might take to complete. Depending on your preferences, you can plan your sessions using a physical notebook, an informal to-do list or spreadsheet software.
A. Assess your strengths
B. Be sure to set reasonable goals
C. Identify a skill set you’re interested in learning
D. Here’re some tips for effective self-learning practices
E. Consider giving yourself a set of achievable deadlines
F. You can find the most useful methods and techniques for yourself
G. Having a specific goal can also help you set accurate self-learning sessions
【答案】16. D 17. F 18. C 19. B 20. E
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了自学的重要性和如何进行有效的自学。
【16题详解】
根据上文“Understanding strategies for self-learning is important. They can help you study new concepts with ease.(了解自学策略非常重要。它们可以帮助你轻松地学习新概念)”以及下文给出的具体自学策略可知，本段开始介绍自学的相关策略。故D项“Here’re some tips for effective self-learning practices(这里有一些有效的自学实践的提示)”符合语境。故选D项。
【17题详解】
根据下文“by exploring different learning styles and understanding your own learning process(通过探索不同的学习风格并了解你自己的学习过程)”可知，本段讲述了如何确定自己的学习风格。故F项“You can find the most useful methods and techniques for yourself(你可以为自己找到最有用的方法和技巧)”符合语境。故选F项。
【18题详解】
根据下文“Then, consider reflecting on how it might affect your life right now and how you might plan to use it in the future(然后，考虑它可能如何影响你现在的生活以及你将来可能如何使用它)”可知，本段讲述了确定自学目的的方法。故C项“Identify a skill set you’re interested in learning(确定你感兴趣学习的一套技能)”符合语境。故选C项。
【19题详解】
根据下文“This can help you focus your efforts. It may be helpful to choose specific options, so you can optimize（优化）the steps of your self-learning process.(这可以帮助你集中精力。选择具体的选项可能很有帮助，这样你可以优化你的自学过程的步骤。)”可知，本段讲述了如何设定具体目标。故B项“Be sure to set reasonable goals(一定要设定合理的目标)”符合语境。故选B项。
【20题详解】
根据下文“and estimate how long each task might take to complete(并估计完成每项任务可能需要多长时间)”可知，本段讲述了如何制定自学计划。故E项“Consider giving yourself a set of achievable deadlines(考虑给自己设定一系列可实现的截止日期)”符合语境。故选E项。
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In Las Vegas, one parent’s determination to help his daughter catch up on her reading has led to the creation of a groundbreaking approach in educational technology. Meet Dave Vinzant, father to 8-year-old Aubrie, who ___21___ difficulties in reading at school.
“It was about halfway through the first grade that we realized she couldn’t ___22___ ,” said Vinzant. Despite their efforts, ___23___ methods weren’t bringing about the desired results. “The ___24___ level was really high,” Vinzant-recalled. “After an hour of trying to get through a 10-15 page little book, she was ___25___ .”
Determined to find a solution, Vinzant took matters into his own hands. Although ___26___ a background in computer programming, he made up his mind to develop a tool that could effectively ___27___ his daughter. The result A free ___28___ called WordStumble.
WordStumble isn’t ___29___ any reading app-Powered by artificial intelligence, specifically ChatGPT, the program customizes (定制) stories for each user. “What is ____30____ is that it can take all of those words that she knows-or struggles with and it ____31____ a customized children’s story,” Vinzant explained.
For Vinzant, the success of WordStumble isn’t just ____32____ ; he wants to share with others. With his dedication and innovation, Vinzant is not only changing the landscape of reading apps but-also giving ____33____ to countless parents and children facing similar challenges. And as WordStumble continues to ____34____ , it’s clear that the power of one person’s passion can make a world of ____35____ for young learners everywhere.
21. A. dealt with B. ran into C. got through D. brought about
22. A. smile B. read C. respond D. jog
23. A. scientific B. alternative C. creative D. traditional
24. A. surprise B. regret C. frustration D. pleasure
25. A. crying B. joking C. dancing D. singing
26. A. providing B. ensuring C. lacking D. requiring
27. A. persuade B. assist C. amuse D. rescue
28. A. brochure B. textbook C. advertisement D. application
29. A. still B. also C. even D. simply
30. A. familiar B. magical C. reasonable D. strange
31. A. returns B. remembers C. spreads D. recalls
32. A. initial B. popular C. personal D. convenient
33. A. courage B. determination C. hope D. imagination
34. A. improve B. survive C. transform D. perform
35. A. instruction B. task C. memory D. difference
【答案】21. B 22. B 23. D 24. C 25. A 26. C 27. B 28. D 29. D 30. B 31. A 32. C 33. C 34. A 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一位父亲为了帮助女儿赶上学校的阅读学习，为女儿开发了一款帮助阅读的应用的故事。
【21题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：来认识一下戴夫·文赞特，他是8岁的奥布里的父亲，她在学校遇到了阅读困难。A. dealt with处理；B. ran into遭遇；C. got through熬过；D. brought about引出。根据上文“one parent’s determination to help his daughter catch up on her reading”可知，文赞特的女儿遇到了阅读困难。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：“一年级读到一半的时候，我们意识到她不会阅读，”文赞特说。A. smile微笑；B. read阅读；C. respond回答；D. jog慢跑。根据上文“one parent’s determination to help his daughter catch up on her reading”可知，文赞特的女儿在阅读方面有困难，故选B。
【23题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：尽管他们做出了努力，但传统的方法并没有带来预期的结果。A. scientific科学的；B. alternative可供选择的；C. creative有创造力的；D. traditional传统的。根据上文“one parent’s determination to help his daughter catch up on her reading has led to the creation of a groundbreaking approach in educational technology. ”可知，出现了开创性的方法。由此推知，传统的方法没有带来预期的结果。故选D。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：“挫败感真的很强烈，”文赞特回忆道。A. surprise惊讶；B. regret后悔；C. frustration挫折；D. pleasure快乐。根据上文“Despite their efforts, ___3___ methods weren’t bringing about the desired results.”可知，没有达到预期的结果，所以会有挫败感。故选C。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在花了一个小时努力读完一本10-15页的小书后，她哭了。A. crying哭；B. joking开玩笑；C. dancing跳舞；D. singing唱歌。根据上文“Despite their efforts, ___3___ methods weren’t bringing about the desired results.”可知，没有达到预期的结果，所以会有挫败感。由此推知，在艰难读完10-15的书时，女儿哭了。故选A。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：虽然缺乏有计算机编程的背景，但他决定开发一种工具，可以有效地帮助他的女儿。A. providing提供；B. ensuring确保；C. lacking缺乏；D. requiring要求。根据前文“Although ___6___ a background in computer programming”中“Although”和后文中“made up his mind ”可知，此处指虽然缺乏计算机编程的背景，但是还是下定决心开发工具。故选C。
【27题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他下定决心开发一个能够有效帮助女儿的工具。A. persuade劝说；B. assist帮助；C. amuse使开心；D. rescue营救。根据前文“one parent’s determination to help his daughter catch up on her reading”可知，父母是帮助女儿赶上阅读。由此推知，此处指开发一个能够有效帮助女儿的工具。故选B。
【28题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：一个叫做WordStumble的免费应用程序。A. brochure小册子；B. textbook教科书；C. advertisement广告；D. application应用。根据后文“any reading app-Powered by artificial intelligence,”可知，开发的是一个应用程序。故选D。
【29题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：WordStumble不仅仅是由人工智能驱动阅读应用程序，特别是由ChatGPT驱动的，该程序为每个用户定制故事。A. still仍然；B. also也；C. even甚至；D. simply仅仅。根据后文“the program customizes(定制)stories for each user.”可知，这款应用可以阅读，还可以为每一位使用者量身打造。故选D。
【30题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：“神奇的是，它可以把她知道的或不懂的所有单词都返回为一个定制的儿童故事，”文赞特解释道。A. familiar熟悉的；B. magical神奇的；C. reasonable合理的；D. strange奇怪的。根据后文“it can take all of those words that she knows-or struggles with and it 11 a customized children’s story”可知，这款应用能女儿知道的或不懂的所有单词编造故事。由此推知，这款应用很神奇。故选B。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：“神奇的是，它可以把她知道的或不懂的所有单词都返回为一个定制的儿童故事，”文赞特解释道。A. returns返回；B. remembers记得；C. spreads传播；D. recalls回想起。根据上文“ the program customizes (定制) stories for each user.”可知，这款应用可以给出女儿返还一个定制化的故事。故选A。
【32题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：对文赞特来说，WordStumble的成功不仅仅是个人的；他想与他人分享。A. initial开始的；B. popular受欢迎的；C. personal个人的；D. convenient方便的。根据后文“he wants to share with others”可知，他想与人分享，他认为WordStumble的成功不是个人的。故选C。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：凭借他的奉献精神和创新，文赞特不仅改变了阅读应用程序的格局，而且还为无数面临类似挑战的父母和孩子带来了希望。A. courage勇气；B. determination决心；C. hope希望；D. imagination想象。根据上文“For Vinzant, the success of WordStumble isn’t just 12 ; he wants to share with others.”可知，文赞特想和大家分享这款阅读应用程序，所以给那些面临类似挑战的父母和孩子带来了希望。故选C。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：随着WordStumble的不断改进，很明显，一个人的激情的力量可以为世界各地的年轻学习者带来不同的世界。A. improve改进；B. survive幸存；C. transform转换；D. perform执行。根据上文“ And as WordStumble continues to”及常识可知，应用程序会不断改进。故选A。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：随着WordStumble的不断改进，很明显，一个人的激情的力量可以为世界各地的年轻学习者带来不同的世界。A. instruction指示；B. task任务；C. memory记忆力；D. difference不同。根据语境可知，文赞特为阅读有困难的孩子开发了工具，帮助孩子们阅读，为他们带来了不同的世界。故选D。
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。
China has managed to push back the boundaries of innovation and sustainability in an age ____36____ data centers are becoming increasingly vital for our digital society.
In Hainan Province, China is devoting some attention to ____37____ (construct) the world’s first commercial underwater data center, which aims to revolutionize the industry by using the power of the ocean depths. In addition, ____38____ the potential to equal the computational abilities of about 6 million conventional personal computers, this underwater data center is ready to be a game changer.
____39____ (design) to withstand the severe underwater conditions, the data center modules (舱) of China’s underwater facility will operate ____40____ (probable) for up to 25 years. Each module weighs an impressive 1,300 tons ____41____ has the ability to process over 4 million high-definition images every 30 seconds. The entire facility, when combined, ____42____ (predict) to serve ecological and industrial projects such as fishery cages and offshore wind power.
One of the most significant ____43____ (advantage) of building the data center underwater is employing the natural cooling properties of seawater. The underwater data center is expected by designers ____44____ (save) 122 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually compared to its terrestrial (陆地的) counterparts. The remarkable _____45_____ (achieve) in energy efficiency showcases China’s commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impacts.
【答案】36. when
37. constructing
38. with 39. Designed
40. probably
41. and 42. is predicted
43. advantages
44. to save
45. achievement
【解析】
【导语】本文是新闻报道。文章讲述中国在海南省三亚沿海地区建造了世界首个商用海底数据中心。这一项目旨在利用海洋深处的资源，可能会彻底改变数据行业。海底数据中心拥有相当于约600万台传统个人电脑的计算能力，有潜力成为行业的变革者。
【36题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：在一个数据中心对我们的数字社会变得越来越重要的时代，中国已经成功扩大了创新和可持续性的范围。该句中an age是先行词，表示时间，关系词在定语从句中作时间状语，故用when来引导定语从句。故选when。
【37题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：中国正在致力于在海南省建设全球首个商用海底数据中心，该中心旨在利用海洋深处的力量彻底变革这一行业。该句中devoting some attention to中的to是介词，后应使用动名词形式作宾语，故填constructing。
【38题详解】
考查介词。句意：此外，拥有与大约600万台传统个人电脑相当的计算能力的潜力，这个海底数据中心准备好成为行业改变者。本空没有给提示词，考虑填介词、冠词或连词，空处所在部分没有谓语，且空后已经有冠词the，因此考虑填介词。根据语境可知，此处表示该数据中心“拥有”某种潜力，因此用介词with。故填with。
【39题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：被设计来承受水下恶劣的条件，这些中国水下设施的数据中心舱大概将能运行25年之久。本句已有谓语will operate，空处应用非谓语。design与其逻辑主语之间是动宾关系，应用过去分词形式。空处位于句首，故填Designed。
【40题详解】
考查副词。句意同上。此处修饰动词，应用副词形式。probably“大概，很可能”。故填probably。
【41题详解】
考查并列连词。句意：每个舱重达1300 吨，而且每30秒能够处理超过400万张高清图片。空处需要一个词来连接两个并列的谓语部分。前面的weighs…tons和后面的has the ability…every 30 seconds是并列关系，故填and。
【42题详解】
考查动词的时态和语态。句意：整个设施加在一起预计能服务渔业网箱、海上风电等生态和工业项目。本句缺少谓语动词，因此本空要填谓语动词。此处描述客观情况，应使用一般现在时，predict与主语facility之间是被动关系，应用一般现在时的被动语态，故填is predicted。
【43题详解】
考查名词数。句意：在水下建造数据中心的最显著优势之一是利用海水的自然冷却特性。此处描述建造数据中心的显著优势，空后是介词of，空前是One of，空处应为名词复数形式，故填advantages。
【44题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：与陆地数据中心相比，设计者们预计这个海底数据中心每年将节省1.22亿千瓦时的电力。根据搭配expect…to do sth.“预期……做……”可知，此处是其被动形式be expected to do sth.，故填不定式to save。故填to save。
【45题详解】
考查名词。句意：这项能源效率方面的了不起的成就展示了中国对于可持续性及减少环境影响的投入。本句缺少主语，且空处被形容词remarkable修饰，故应填名词。谓语动词showcases用了单数形式，故所填名词用单数。achievement“成就”。 故填achievement。
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
46. 使用恰当的过渡衔接词连句成篇
①我认为将来的生活充满希望。②到那时，人工智能会使我们的生活更便捷。(make＋宾语＋宾语补足语) ③人们将不再担心缺乏能源，因为我们将会主要依赖太阳能及风能。④家家都有机器人。机器人可以帮助人们打扫房间、做饭、照看孩子等。(非限制性定语从句)⑤这就是我们未来生活的样子。⑥尽管有许多困难，但是这样的生活很有可能成为现实。
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【答案】I reckon the life in the future is promising. By that time artificial intelligence will make our lives more convenient. People will not worry about lacking energy any longer because we will mainly bank on solar and wind energy. Besides, there will be robots in every family, which can assist people to sweep up the houses, cook meals, look after the babies and so on. This is what our life will be like in the future. While there are lots of difficulties, such life is bound to come true.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于开放性作文，要求写一写未来人工智能对于生活的影响。
【详解】1.词汇积累
到那时候：By that time→By then
此外：besides→ what’s more
主要：mainly→mostly
照顾：look after→tend
2.句式拓展
合并句子
原句：I reckon the life in the future is promising. By that time artificial intelligence will make our lives more convenient.
拓展句：I reckon the life in the future is promising because by that time artificial intelligence will make our lives more convenient.
【点睛】【高分句型1】People will not worry about lacking energy any longer because we will mainly bank on solar and wind energy.（运用了because引导的状语从句）
【高分句型2】Besides, there will be robots in every family, which can assist people to sweep up the houses, cook meals, look after the babies and so on.（运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句）
第二节（满分 25 分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was an average student in my early elementary years. I came home with a steady flow of B’s, C’s and the occasional F’s in second language subjects. I was told that I wasn’t applying myself and, as every report card I ever brought home clearly stated, I talked too much.
I didn’t write when I was supposed to write. I talked to others while the teacher was giving instructions. That I could recite what she had said to the class while I was talking was not helpful because I had a negative effect on my classmates’ learning. So I regularly brought home disappointing report cards.
My parents and my teachers didn’t know what to do with me. Punishments didn’t seem to work. Rewards didn’t seem to either. And, frankly, I don’t think I knew what I could do to “apply myself”. And I certainly didn’t know how to not enjoy talking with my classmates! What I knew was that I talked too much. Until grade 5.
That autumn, we had a sudden change in teachers as our elderly teacher took a medical leave. In his place, a young substitute (代课老师) arrived — Mrs Royal. She looked like she was freshly out of university and seemed too young to be cast in the role of being responsible for a class of tween, but there she was, charged with a lively group, and me.
I don’t remember many details of that year except the afternoon when I got my first report card from her. She handed out the report cards right after the afternoon break and invited us to look them over. Then she let us know that we could all talk quietly amongst ourselves while she called each student up one at a time, in alphabetical order (按字母顺序), to discuss our report cards with her.
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。
I looked over my report card, expecting the usual result.
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Then it was my turn to talk with her.
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【答案】
I looked over my report card, expecting the usual result. But to my surprise, her feedback was different. Instead of focusing on the negatives, she pointed out the improvements I had made. She acknowledged my efforts, however small, and encouraged me to keep working on my weaknesses. I double-checked and made sure it was definitely my report card. Even though we had been given permission to talk amongst ourselves, I had very little to say to friends as I waited anxiously for her to call my name.
Then it was my turn to talk with her. She began with a warm smile, “You have any questions for me ” I remember looking down at my report card and saying, “I don’t get A’s, besides, nowhere on here does it say I talk too much.” She said, “I figured you already knew you talked too much, so I thought I could tell you something different. As for the grades, you earned the A’s.” From that day on, I knew I was capable of “straight A’s” and could have qualities other than that of a student who talked too much in class.
【解析】
【导语】本文以学生的学习经历和改变为线索展开，讲述了“我”在小学早期是一个成绩中等且爱在课堂上讲话的学生。由于这种不良习惯，“我”不仅影响了自己的学习，还对同学产生了负面影响，导致常常带回家令人失望的成绩单。尽管父母和老师尝试了各种方法，但都没有显著效果。直到五年级时，班里来了一位年轻的代课老师Mrs Royal，她以不同的教学方式处理成绩单，让“我”对自己的学习问题有了新的认识和期待。
【详解】1. 段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“我看了看我的成绩单，期待着和往常一样的结果。”可知，第一段可描写作者得到的成绩单和往常不同。
②由第二段首句内容“然后轮到我和她说话了。”可知，第二段可描写作者和Mrs Royal交流的具体内容。
2. 续写线索：成绩单反馈不同——肯定进步——开始谈话——给于肯定——感动。
3. 词汇激活
行为类
①指出：point out/identify
②鼓励：encourage/inspire
③认为：figure/think
情绪类
①惊讶：surprise/astonishment
②焦急地：anxiously/nervously
【点睛】[高分句型1]Even though we had been given permission to talk amongst ourselves, I had very little to say to friends as I waited anxiously for her to call my name.(运用了even though引导的让步状语从句和as引导的时间状语从句)
[高分句型2] I don’t get A’s, besides, nowhere on here does it say I talk too much.(运用了nowhere位于句首的倒装句以及省略that的宾语从句)广西南宁市示范性高中2024年春季学期第三次月考试题
高二英语
考试范围：外研版选择性必修三、四
本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
1．答题前，务必将自己的姓名、班级、考号填写在答题卡规定的位置上。
2．答选择题时，必须使用2B铅笔将答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。
3．答非选择题时，必须使用0.5毫米黑色签字笔，将答案书写在答题卡规定的位置上。
4．所有题目必须在答题卡上作答，在试题卷上答题无效。
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．When is Mary’s birthday
A．On Monday. B．On Tuesday. C．On Wednesday.
2．How did the woman get to work today
A．By taxi. B．By bike. C．By bus.
3．What are the speakers talking about
A．Janice’s arm injury. B．Their messy house. C．A car accident.
4．What did the man do during his holiday
A．He walked along the beach. B．He swam in the ocean. C．He went fishing.
5．What type of film is The Outfit
A．Comedy. B．Science fiction. C．Crime film.
第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22.5 分）
听下面5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A 、B 、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答小题。
6．Who is Cindy
A．A teacher. B．A student. C．An environmental expert.
7．What does Cindy worry most about the future public transport
A．The effect on the environment.
B．The arrival and departure time.
C．The high cost on it.
听下面一段较长对话，回答小题。
8．Where are the speakers
A．In a post office. B．In a souvenir shop. C．In a workshop.
9．What will the man send to his sister
A．Some vases. B．Some key rings. C．Some shell crafts.
10．What does the woman ask the man to do
A．Pay by cash. B．Fill in a form. C．Give her a business card.
听下面一段较长对话，回答小题。
11．What is Tom doing
A．Making a poster. B．Finding a parking space. C．Attending a demonstration.
12．What is the purpose of the demonstration
A．To get a new market.
B．To tell people what Space Party is.
C．To prevent the government from building a car park.
13．What will Jane do
A．Watch TV. B．Go shopping. C．Play volleyball.
听下面一段较长对话，回答小题。
14．Why was the man on the roof yesterday
A．To cool himself. B．To repair it. C．To put something on it.
15．How does the woman examine the man
A．By having an X-ray.
B．By taking his temperature.
C．By looking at his throat and ear.
16．What does the woman advise the man to do
A．Do more exercise. B．Get some rest. C．Drink more water.
17．How often should the man take pills
A．Three times a day. B．Twice a day. C．Once a day.
听下面一段独白，回答小题。
18．Which road will stay closed for over an hour
A．M16. B．M43. C．M48.
19．Why is North Street closed to all cars
A．The snow is thick. B．It is under repair. C．There’s an accident.
20．How can passengers get the latest information about trains
A．By making a call. B．By visiting a website. C．By listening to the radio.
第二部分 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，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
AP at a Glance
Get an Overview of the AP Program
The Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables willing and academically-prepared students to pursue college-level studies while they are still in high school. The program develops college-level courses that high schools can choose to offer and corresponding AP exams that are administered once a year.
Fast Facts
·AP courses are available in seven subject categories.
·Each AP course is modeled on a comparable introductory college course in the subject.
·Each course comes to an end in a standardized college-level assessment or an AP exam.
·AP exams are given in May each year at testing locations all over the world.
·Schools must be authorized by the AP Course Audit to offer approved AP courses and use the “AP” designation (名称).
Advantages
Taking AP courses and exams can help students:
·Stand out on college applications. AP courses on a student’s transcript (学生成绩报告单) show that they’ve challenged themselves with the strictest courses available to them. And success on an AP exam shows that they’re ready for college-level coursework.
·Earn college credits and skip introductory courses in college. Most four-year colleges and universities in the United States, as well as many institutions in more than 100 other countries, grant students’ credit, placement, or both for qualifying AP exam scores.
1. Who are suitable to apply for the program
A Middle school teachers.
B. High school students.
C Program designers.
D. Company administrators.
2. What should the students do to finish a course
A. Study seven reports.
B. Earn enough credits.
C. Take a relevant exam.
D. Use the “AP” designation.
3. What benefit can the qualified students get from the program
A. Getting a high school transcript sooner.
B. More foreign universities to be chosen from.
C. Studying more introductory courses in college.
D. Higher possibility of being admitted to a university.
B
Argentina lies in the South America. There are many festivals in Argentina during the year. Therefore, you can enjoy the different interesting festivals when traveling there.
First of all, we should talk about the Tango (探戈) Festival inArgentina, which is held in the capital of this country — Buenos Aires, from February to March. You ought to know that Argentina is the home of tango, so Argentinians admire this dance very much. Even if you cannot dance perfectly, you should join the people and try to perform this dance.
The next festival in Argentina is Open Polo (马球) Tournament. You should go to Palermo to see this festival in Argentina. This festival is held every year and is the most important polo tournament in Argentina.This kind of sport is considered the most important in Argentina.
Attending this festival in Argentina, you will be able to communicate with different people and admire the fascinating competition between the teams of different countries, such as Argentina, England, Australia, as well as the US. This festival in Argentina is usually held between November and December every year. So don’t miss the opportunity if you travel to Argentina at this time.
The other festival in Argentina is the Semana Musical Liao Liao. This is a festival of classical music. The festival was created in 1993 and is held at the Liao Liao Hotel, near Bariloche. The festival is held yearly in October. So if you admire this kind of music, you should travel toArgentina in October.
There are also many carnivals in Argentina in summer. Of course, it’s impossible to put everything about festivals in Argentina into just one article. We hope that you have found this article interesting and eye-catching.
4. What would be the best title for the passage
A. Entertainments in Argentina B. Festivals in Argentina
C. Travel to Argentina D. A brief introduction to Argentina
5. From the passage, we know that the Tango Festival .
A. is organized by the government
B. welcomes everyone to take part in it
C. is held in summer
D. holds parties for different dances
6. Which of the following is a sports festival
A. Open Polo Tournament. B. Every carnival in Argentina.
C. The Tango Festival. D. The Semana Musical Liao Liao.
7. If Tom wants to enjoy a classical music event in Argentina, he should visit .
A. Buenos Aires in spring B. Palermo in April
C. Palermo in winter D. Bariloche in October
C
Those of us who shop online may scan customer reviews to get a better sense of products we can't judge for ourselves at a physical store. We may check out online testimonials before booking a haircut or visiting a new restaurant. But what happens if some of those reviews can't be trusted
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced that it was proposing new measures to crack down on fake reviews and other practices used to mislead consumers. The commission published a proposed rule that would prohibit companies from writing or selling fake reviews, buying positive reviews, suppressing negative reviews and more.
“Our proposed rule on fake reviews shows that we're using all available means to attack deceptive advertising in the digital age,” Samuel Levine, director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection, said in a statement.
Research shows people overwhelmingly consult online reviews but humans are also bad at telling which consumer reviews hold water and which are nonsense.
That's potentially worrisome given that nearly one in every three reviews is fake, according to one estimate.
In arguing for the proposal, the FTC cited enforcement actions it had taken against companies that manipulated reviews of their products.
In 2022, for example, the commission forced the online retailer Fashion Nova to pay $4.2 million to settle allegations (指控) that it blocked negative reviews from being posted on its website — the first FTC action involving a company's effort to hide negative reviews. For its part, Fashion Nova said in a statement to The New York Times that the FTC's allegations were “inaccurate” and that it only settled the charges to avoid “the distraction and legal fees”.
Comments on the proposed rule have to be received within 60 days of its publication in the Federal Register, after which the FTC will decide whether to issue a revised final version.
8. What is the main purpose of the FTC's proposed rule
A. To improve the quality of products and services.
B. To protect the interests of physical stores.
C. To ban negative reviews from online platforms.
D. To ensure true reviews are presented to customers.
9. What does the underlined phrase “hold water” in Paragraph 4 most probably mean
A. Be credible. B. Be prejudiced. C. Be official. D. Be misleading.
10. Why was Fashion Nova forced to pay $ 4.2 million in a settlement in 2022
A. To delete negative reviews of its products.
B. To post customer reviews on its website.
C. To resolve allegations of deceptive advertising.
D. To prevent it from facing further criticism and legal fees.
11. What can be inferred about the proposed rule
A. It is well-received. B. It is still under review.
C. It has proven to be effective. D. It has encountered opposition.
D
In ancient Maya civilization, cacao — which chocolate is made from — wasn’t just for the elites (精英). Traces of the sacred plant show up in antiques from all types of neighborhoods and in and around a former Maya city, researchers report in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The finding suggests that, contrary to previous thinking, cacao was consumed at every social level of Maya society.
“Now we know that the ceremonies with cacao were likely played out by everyone,” says AnabelFord, an archaeologist at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Cacao was sacred to the ancient Maya, consumed in ceremonies and used as a currency. The cacao tree itself was linked to Hun Hunahpu, a Mayan god. Previous research found cacao in burials (墓地), suggesting that its use was restricted to those at the top.
To explore the extent to which cacao was used in broader Maya society, Ford and colleagues examined 54 antiques dating from A. D. 600 to 900. The antiques come from jars, mixing bowls, serving plates and vases thought to be drinking vessels. All the pieces were found in residential and ceremonial civic areas of varying size and status from city centers, foothills, upland areas and the valley around the former Maya city of El Pilar, on the present-day border of Guatemala and Belize.
To identify cacao, the researchers searched for theophylline, a compound found in trace amounts in the plant. The team found the compound on more than half of the samples, on all types of antiques and distributed throughout social contexts.
Future research will move beyond who consumed cacao and explore the role of farmers in managing the critical resource. “A better question is to understand who grew it,” Ford says, because those people probably had greater access to the valuable commodity.
12. What do traces of cacao found in Mayan antiques indicate
A. Cacao was once unique to Maya society.
B. Cacao was only available to wealthy Mayan people.
C. Cacao was accessible to Mayan ordinary people.
D. Cacao left more traces in the Mayan city center.
13. What can we learn from the first two paragraphs
A. There is no need to do further research on cacao.
B. Mayan people liked eating chocolate very much.
C. Mayan festivals were the same as those of the modern times.
D. There were some limitations in previous research about cacao.
14. Why did Ford and his colleagues examine 54 antiques
A. To make copies of Mayan antiques.
B. To learn about the Mayan eating habits.
C. To find out cacao’s relationship with the religion.
D. To know about Mayan social groups of cacao use.
15. Which of the following will be the focus of the research about cacao
A. The varieties of cacao. B. Ways cacao was spread out.
C. Cacao tree growers. D. The cacao’s value.
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。
Self-learning can help you develop important skills and gain valuable knowledge. Understanding strategies for self-learning is important. They can help you study new concepts with ease. ___16___.
Determine your learning style. People often prefer to learn new information or a new skill using varied approaches. ___17___ by exploring different learning styles and understanding your own learning process.
Find a purpose. Determine what you want to learn about and why you want to be a self-learner. ___18___. Then, consider reflecting on how it might affect your life right now and how you might plan to use it in the future. For instance, if you plan to learn fiction writing, you can decide whether you’re interested in seeking a publishing career or maintaining it as a hobby.
___19___. This can help you focus your efforts. It may be helpful to choose specific options, so you can optimize（优化） the steps of your self-learning process. For example, if you’re practicing a programming language like HTML, you can make a goal to design your own website with certain functions using the knowledge you’ve learned.
Determine a schedule. To create an effective plan, it may be helpful to create an agenda for your self-learning sessions. ___20___ and estimate how long each task might take to complete. Depending on your preferences, you can plan your sessions using a physical notebook, an informal to-do list or spreadsheet software.
A. Assess your strengths
B. Be sure to set reasonable goals
C. Identify a skill set you’re interested in learning
D. Here’re some tips for effective self-learning practices
E. Consider giving yourself a set of achievable deadlines
F. You can find the most useful methods and techniques for yourself
G. Having a specific goal can also help you set accurate self-learning sessions
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In Las Vegas, one parent’s determination to help his daughter catch up on her reading has led to the creation of a groundbreaking approach in educational technology. Meet Dave Vinzant, father to 8-year-old Aubrie, who ___21___ difficulties in reading at school.
“It was about halfway through the first grade that we realized she couldn’t ___22___ ” said Vinzant. Despite their efforts, ___23___ methods weren’t bringing about the desired results. “The ___24___ level was really high,” Vinzant-recalled. “After an hour of trying to get through a 10-15 page little book, she was ___25___ .”
Determined to find a solution, Vinzant took matters into his own hands. Although ___26___ a background in computer programming, he made up his mind to develop a tool that could effectively ___27___ his daughter. The result A free ___28___ called WordStumble.
WordStumble isn’t ___29___ any reading app-Powered by artificial intelligence specifically ChatGPT, the program customizes (定制) stories for each user. “What is ____30____ is that it can take all of those words that she knows-or struggles with and it ____31____ a customized children’s story,” Vinzant explained.
For Vinzant, the success of WordStumble isn’t just ____32____ ; he wants to share with others. With his dedication and innovation, Vinzant is not only changing the landscape of reading apps but-also giving ____33____ to countless parents and children facing similar challenges. And as WordStumble continues to ____34____ , it’s clear that the power of one person’s passion can make a world of ____35____ for young learners everywhere.
21. A. dealt with B. ran into C. got through D. brought about
22. A. smile B. read C. respond D. jog
23. A. scientific B. alternative C. creative D. traditional
24. A. surprise B. regret C. frustration D. pleasure
25. A. crying B. joking C. dancing D. singing
26. A. providing B. ensuring C. lacking D. requiring
27. A. persuade B. assist C. amuse D. rescue
28. A. brochure B. textbook C. advertisement D. application
29. A. still B. also C. even D. simply
30. A. familiar B. magical C. reasonable D. strange
31. A. returns B. remembers C. spreads D. recalls
32. A. initial B. popular C. personal D. convenient
33. A. courage B. determination C. hope D. imagination
34. A. improve B. survive C. transform D. perform
35. A. instruction B. task C. memory D. difference
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。
China has managed to push back the boundaries of innovation and sustainability in an age ____36____ data centers are becoming increasingly vital for our digital society.
In Hainan Province, China is devoting some attention to ____37____ (construct) the world’s first commercial underwater data center, which aims to revolutionize the industry by using the power of the ocean depths. In addition, ____38____ the potential to equal the computational abilities of about 6 million conventional personal computers, this underwater data center is ready to be a game changer.
____39____ (design) to withstand the severe underwater conditions, the data center modules (舱) of China’s underwater facility will operate ____40____ (probable) for up to 25 years. Each module weighs an impressive 1,300 tons ____41____ has the ability to process over 4 million high-definition images every 30 seconds. The entire facility, when combined, ____42____ (predict) to serve ecological and industrial projects such as fishery cages and offshore wind power.
One of the most significant ____43____ (advantage) of building the data center underwater is employing the natural cooling properties of seawater. The underwater data center is expected by designers ____44____ (save) 122 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually compared to its terrestrial (陆地的) counterparts. The remarkable _____45_____ (achieve) in energy efficiency showcases China’s commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impacts.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
46. 使用恰当的过渡衔接词连句成篇
①我认为将来的生活充满希望。②到那时，人工智能会使我们的生活更便捷。(make＋宾语＋宾语补足语) ③人们将不再担心缺乏能源，因为我们将会主要依赖太阳能及风能。④家家都有机器人。机器人可以帮助人们打扫房间、做饭、照看孩子等。(非限制性定语从句)⑤这就是我们未来生活的样子。⑥尽管有许多困难，但是这样的生活很有可能成为现实。
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第二节（满分 25 分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was an average student in my early elementary years. I came home with a steady flow of B’s, C’s and the occasional F’s in second language subjects. I was told that I wasn’t applying myself and, as every report card I ever brought home clearly stated, I talked too much.
I didn’t write when I was supposed to write. I talked to others while the teacher was giving instructions. That I could recite what she had said to the class while I was talking was not helpful because I had a negative effect on my classmates’ learning. So I regularly brought home disappointing report cards.
My parents and my teachers didn’t know what to do with me. Punishments didn’t seem to work. Rewards didn’t seem to either. And, frankly, I don’t think I knew what I could do to “apply myself”. And I certainly didn’t know how to not enjoy talking with my classmates! What I knew was that I talked too much. Until grade 5.
That autumn, we had a sudden change in teachers as our elderly teacher took a medical leave. In his place, a young substitute (代课老师) arrived — Mrs Royal. She looked like she was freshly out of university and seemed too young to be cast in the role of being responsible for a class of tween, but there she was, charged with a lively group, and me.
I don’t remember many details of that year except the afternoon when I got my first report card from her. She handed out the report cards right after the afternoon break and invited us to look them over. Then she let us know that we could all talk quietly amongst ourselves while she called each student up one at a time, in alphabetical order (按字母顺序), to discuss our report cards with her.
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。
I looked over my report card, expecting the usual result.
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Then it was my turn to talk with her.
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