2023－2024学年第二学期河源中学高一年级摸底考试
英语科试题
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分15分）
第一节（共4小题；每小题1分，满分4分）
听下面4段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一个小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the man do on Friday morning
A. Give a lecture.
B. Go on a business trip.
C. Attend a parents’ meeting.
2. What caused the woman to come home late
A. Attending an interview.
B. Seeing a doctor.
C. Visiting Peter.
3. Where will the speakers go
A. To the woman’s house.
B. To the man’s company.
C. To a restaurant.
4. What are the speakers talking about
A. William’s travel experiences.
B. The woman’s views on travelling.
C. The importance of making travel plans.
第二节（共11小题；每小题1分，满分11分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从所听到的内容中获取信息，回答相应小题。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，回答以下小题。
5. When did Jack begin reading
A. At 4:40. B. At 5:00. C. At 5:30.
6. What does the woman want Jack to do
A. Relax his eyes.
B. Read more books.
C. Go shopping with her.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
7. What disaster struck the forest near the mountain town
A. An earthquake. B. A flood. C. A wildfire.
8. What does David think of those motorcyclists
A. Brave and responsible.
B. Strong and successful.
C. Smart and kindhearted.
9.What does the woman do
A. A teacher. B. A reporter. C. A film-maker.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10. What will the man do in Miami
A. Give a performance.
B. Attend a music festival.
C. Meet his cousin.
11. Why does the man choose to take a train
A. It is fast. B. It is cheap. C. It is enjoyable.
12. What does Daisy offer to do for the man
A. Book a hotel room.
B. Introduce a friend to him.
C. Find a place to live in.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
13. Where did James get the news about the City Kitchen program
A. From the Internet.
B. From a friend.
C. From his boss.
14. How often does James do volunteer work
A. Three times a week.
B. Five times a week.
C. Seven times a week.
15. What is the probable relationship between James and Emma
A. Teacher and student.
B. Husband and wife.
C. Colleagues.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
While the classic sandwich will always have its place, there are plenty of exciting lunchbox ideas that will satisfy both kids and parents alike. When kids join in planning and packing their lunches, they’re more likely to enjoy and finish their meals. So, why not give these ideas a try
Bento Box Bliss
Bento box lunches are gaining popularity. These containers allow you to make a meal with a variety of foods. Fill one section with colorful fruit slices, another with bite-sized vegetables, and the remaining ones with proteins (蛋白质) like chicken and eggs. Finish with a small treat like a handful of berries. The possibilities are endless, and kids will love these different kinds of food.
DIY Lunchables
Homemade Lunchables offers a healthier choice than store-bought food. Pack a selection of whole-grain biscuits, slices of cheese, and a handful of cherry tomatoes. Kids can make their own sandwiches by adding their favorite food to round out the meal. It makes lunchtime an enjoyable experience.
Wrap (包) it Up
Try using wraps instead of regular sandwiches. It is advised to use the flatbread (扁面包) instead of bread. It can be filled with lots of different things. You can make a turkey wrap with cream cheese, or a vegetable wrap if you prefer a plant-based option. Wraps are not only easy to get ready but also easy for little hands to hold.
Mini Pancake Stacks
Who says pancakes are just for breakfast Mini pancakes can be a pleasant lunchbox surprise. Make small pancakes and sandwich them with cocoa butter and sliced bananas. Add a little honey for more sweetness. With just a few steps, you can complete them. These cute stacks are not only tasty but also fun to eat.
1. What’s an advantage of Bento box lunches
A. Offering many sandwich options. B. Using simple materials as food sources.
C. Helping strictly control how much kids eat. D. Enabling kids to enjoy a well-balanced meal.
2. What do we know about homemade Lunchables
A. It costs much time and effort. B. It allows kids to show creative ideas.
C. It is much tastier than takeaway food. D. It makes kids increase their food intake easily.
3. What do the last two lunchbox choices have in common
A. Both are easy to prepare. B. Both are popular with little kids.
C. Both suit kids enjoying sweet treats. D. Both feature fast food with high calories.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。主要介绍了几种令人兴奋的午餐创意，这些创意不仅能满足孩子们的口味，也能让他们享受到均衡的饮食。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Bento Box Bliss”下文中“Fill one section with colorful fruit slices, another with bite-sized vegetables, and the remaining ones with proteins (蛋白质) like chicken and eggs. Finish with a small treat like a handful of berries. The possibilities are endless, and kids will love these different kinds of food.(在一个区域放上五颜六色的水果片，另一个区域放一口大小的蔬菜，剩下的区域放上蛋白质，比如鸡肉和鸡蛋。最后再吃一把浆果之类的小点心。可能性是无限的，孩子们会喜欢这些不同种类的食物)”可知，便当盒饭的好处是让孩子们吃到均衡的食物。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据“DIY Lunchables”下文中“Kids can make their own sandwiches by adding their favorite food to round out the meal.(孩子们可以通过添加他们最喜欢的食物来完成他们自己的三明治)”可知，自制午餐可以让孩子们添加他们最喜欢的食物来完成他们自己的三明治，能够让孩子们展示创造性的想法。故选B。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Wrap (包) it Up”下文中“Wraps are not only easy to get ready but also easy for little hands to hold.(Wraps不仅容易准备，而且小手也容易握着)”以及“Mini Pancake Stacks”部分中的“With just a few steps, you can complete them.(只需几个步骤，你就可以完成它们)”可知，最后两种午餐盒的选择的共同点是两者都很容易准备。故选A。
B
Zandra Cunningham is the founder of a skincare brand. She has been recognized by the media as one of the youngest and most successful business owners in America.
When she was a kid Zandra always loved lip balms (护唇膏) and bought a lot of them. But she found they eventually hurt her lips instead of relieving the dryness because of all the chemicals in them. She then started experimenting with different ingredients (成分) together with her mom. They tried a lot of times until they found the natural and healthy combinations they liked. Slowly, Zandra began selling her products at local farmers’ markets and trade events. Before her 10th birthday, she launched her brand and hoped it would empower other young girls.
Soon, it became a challenge for Zandra to separate her personal interests from what her customers actually wanted. “There are a lot of ideas that I feel are excellent but wouldn’t fit into the market,” she said. Being part of the younger market herself, Zandra recognized the issue and improved her products after truly listening to customers. “There are so many brands doing similar things, but there’s still so much room to grow. Your customers are out there, and you just have to reach out to them. That’s what will set you apart,” the 23-year-old shared.
When asked about her experience as a promising young businesswoman, Zandra said, “It wasn’t frightening. When you’re young, fear doesn’t have a strong hold on your mindset. ‘Maybe it’s not going to work’ never really crossed my mind.”
Characterized by encouraging statements and featuring a playful color combination, the packaging (包装) is a big part of why Zandra’s business has been so impressive. “There are a lot of products on the market that seem natural, but they actually aren’t,” she said. “I make sure my packaging can help people understand what each term means, and how to read and check ingredients.”
4. What pushed Zandra to get into the skincare business
A. Her desire to create skin-friendly products.
B. Her interest in doing chemical experiments.
C. Her wish to set an example for other young girls.
D. Her goal of providing local people with cheap skin products.
5. How did Zandra deal with the trouble in her business
A. She cooperated with powerful brands.
B. She stood by her own business decisions.
C. She made an effort to meet real market needs.
D. She took inspiration from successful businesswomen.
6. What plays a role in her business success according to Zandra
A. Her work experience. B. Her parents’ support.
C. Her creative thinking. D. Her youthful positivity.
7. What does Zandra expect to achieve with her packaging
A. To catch customers’ attention.
B. To collect customers’ opinions on skincare.
C. To educate customers about product knowledge.
D. To encourage environmental awareness in customers.
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文，文章主要介绍了Zandra Cunningham创建护肤品牌并取得成功的故事。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“But she found they eventually hurt her lips instead of relieving the dryness because of all the chemicals in them. She then started experimenting with different ingredients (成分) together with her mom. They tried a lot of times until they found the natural and healthy combinations they liked. (但她发现，由于它们中的化学物质，它们最终会伤害她的嘴唇，而不是缓解干燥。然后，她开始和妈妈一起尝试不同的成分。她们尝试了很多次，直到找到她们喜欢的自然和健康的组合)”可知，Zandra想要创造对皮肤友好的产品，这促使她创建了自己的护肤品牌。故选A。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“Soon, it became a challenge for Zandra to separate her personal interests from what her customers actually wanted. “There are a lot of ideas that I feel are excellent but wouldn’t fit into the market,” she said. Being part of the younger market herself, Zandra recognized the issue and improved her products after truly listening to customers. (很快，将她的个人兴趣与客户的实际需求区分开来，对Zandra来说成了一个挑战。‘我觉得有很多想法很好，但不适合市场，’她说。作为年轻市场的一员，Zandra意识到了这个问题，并在真正倾听客户的意见后改进了她的产品)”可知，Zandra努力满足实际市场需求。故选C。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“When you’re young, fear doesn’t have a strong hold on your mindset. ‘Maybe it’s not going to work’ never really crossed my mind. (当你年轻的时候，恐惧对你的思维方式没有很强的影响。我从来没有想过‘也许行不通’)”可知，年轻的积极性在Zandra的商业成功中发挥了作用。故选D。
【7题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段中“‘There are a lot of products on the market that seem natural, but they actually aren’t,’ she said. ‘I make sure my packaging can help people understand what each term means, and how to read and check ingredients.’ (‘市场上有很多产品看起来是天然的，但实际上并非如此，’她说。‘我确保我的包装可以帮助人们理解每个术语的含义，以及如何阅读和检查成分。’)”可知，Zandra期望通过包装对客户进行产品知识教育。故选C。
C
The walls of ancient Egyptian tombs (坟墓) can teach us much about the ancient Egyptians’ life. However, many paintings in the tombs were damaged by unlawful tomb diggers. Now a new study shows how a technology called portable X-ray fluorescence (pXRF) can be used to better study the paintings.
Developed in the early 20th century by physicist Henry Moseley, XRF and pXRF can be used to decide materials’ elemental composition (元素组成). Rather than the huge and immovable tool often used to study historical objects in labs, the tool needed in the pXRF study weighs only a few kilograms and can be taken into the field.
The research team headed by Philippe Martinez from Sorbonne University used the new tool to perform chemical imaging on paintings on site, allowing for the study of paint composition. As the ancient Egyptians used paints made from minerals (矿物), the paints have specific chemical markers. By using pXRF, scientists can use the chemical markers to create a map of damaged areas.
The team used the pXRF tool in the study of a painting of Ramesses II found in the tomb of Nakhtamun, which has traditionally been dated at the19th dynasty of ancient Egypt. And they discovered the necklace worn by the king in the painting may have been changed.
The king was first painted to be wearing a shebyu necklace, which was trendy during the 20th dynasty, some years after Ramesses II’s death. And it appears that the necklace was later changed to a wesekh necklace, which usually appears in paintings during his time. This means the tomb painters at first painted this 19th-dynasty ruler wearing a 20th-dynasty necklace, realized their mistake and then corrected it. The technology enabled the team to learn that the tomb owner, Nakhtamun, may actually have lived in the 20th rather than the 19th dynasty, and that the painting is not of a living king, but rather of a former ruler.
According to the researchers, the pXRF technology allows in-depth studies while helping prevent further damage. And it presents important details about the technological and artistic achievements of the ancient Egyptians.
8. What can be learned about the pXRF technology from Paragraph 2
A. It only works in laboratory settings.
B. It requires a large and fixed tool to operate.
C. It was developed to prevent painting stealing.
D. It is more convenient than the earlier technology.
9. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. The process of repairing the tombs.
B. The researchers’ working methods.
C. The introduction to the technology’s inventor.
D. The valuable materials of the paints used in the paintings.
10. What does the underlined word “trendy” in Paragraph 5 mean
A. Confusing. B. Acceptable. C. Popular. D. Expensive.
11. What does the research on the painting of Ramesses II show
A. Ramesses II paid great attention to his appearance.
B. Ancient Egyptian painters were careless about details.
C. The new tool was important to the dating of historical objects.
D. Technology developed very quickly during Ramesses II’s time.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. C 11. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一种名为便携式X射线荧光光谱（pXRF）的技术，以及如何利用这项技术来更深入地研究墓室壁画。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。第二段“Rather than the huge and immovable tool often used to study historical objects in labs, the tool needed in the pXRF study weighs only a few kilograms and can be taken into the field.（与通常用于实验室研究历史物体的庞大且不可移动的工具不同，pXRF研究所需的工具仅重几公斤，可以带到现场。）”提到，与早期技术相比，pXRF技术更加方便，因为它是一种轻便的、可携带的工具，可以在实验室外使用。因此，D（它比早期技术更便捷）符合题意，故选D项。
【9题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段“The research team headed by Philippe Martinez from Sorbonne University used the new tool to perform chemical imaging on paintings on site, allowing for the study of paint composition.（由索邦大学的Philippe Martinez领导的研究团队使用这项新技术在现场对壁画进行化学成像，允许研究颜料的组成。）”可知，这一段主要描述了研究团队如何使用pXRF技术在现场对壁画进行化学成像，从而研究颜料的组成。这表明了研究者的工作方法，因此B（研究者的工作方法）符合题意，故选B项。
【10题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第五段“The king was first painted to be wearing a shebyu necklace, which was trendy during the 20th dynasty, some years after Ramesses II’s death.（国王最初被画成戴着shebyu项链，这在拉美西斯二世死后几年的第二十王朝时期trendy。）”并结合常识可知，国王佩戴的东西应是比较流行的，“trendy”一词用来形容shebyu项链在第二十王朝时期的流行程度。根据语境，可以推断“trendy”意味着流行或时髦，因此C（流行）符合题意，故选C项。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。最后一段“The technology enabled the team to learn that the tomb owner, Nakhtamun, may actually have lived in the 20th rather than the 19th dynasty, and that the painting is not of a living king, but rather of a former ruler.（这项技术使团队能够了解到墓主Nakhtamun实际上可能生活在第二十王朝而非第十九王朝，并且这幅画不是活着的国王，而是前一位统治者。）”提到，通过使用pXRF技术，研究团队发现拉美西斯二世画像中的项链可能被更改过，从而推测墓主Nakhtamun可能生活在第二十王朝而非第十九王朝。这说明新技术对于历史文物的年代鉴定非常重要，因此C（新技术对于历史文物的年代鉴定很重要）符合题意，故选C项。
D
Chances are that you can name a few animals that are facing extinction. But what about plants With some 40% of plant species under threat of extinction — and given humankind’s dependence on the plant world — one might think they should be protected as soon as possible. However, so many people suffer from plant blindness which refers to the inability to see or notice the plants in one’s own environment, leading to the inability to recognize the importance of plants.
Now a paper published by Oxford University Press might have found a solution for that. That’s watching nature documentaries. Having noticed that TV shows like Seven Worlds, One Planet, Planet Earth II, and Blue Planet II increased viewers’ interest in the animals on the shows, the researchers set out to discover if TV shows could do the same for plants.
For the paper, they focused on The Green Planet. The show was watched by nearly 5 million people in the United Kingdom. It features various plant species and doesn’t shy away from environmental concerns. To figure out if the documentary attracted viewers enough to make them want to learn more, the researchers noted which species appeared on the show and then looked at data on Google Trends and Wikipedia page hits for those same species before and after the episodes (剧集) of the documentary aired.
Actually, some 28.1% of search terms representing plants mentioned in The Green Planet had peak (高峰时期的) popularity in the UK, measured using Google Trends, the week after the broadcast of the relevant episode. Wikipedia data showed this as well. Almost a third (31.3%) of the Wikipedia pages related to plants mentioned in the documentary showed increased visits the week after the broadcast. The researchers also noted that people were more likely to do online searches for plants that enjoyed more screen time on The Green Planet.
“Our results suggest that the viewers found certain plant species particularly attractive. These plants could be used for promoting plant conservation efforts,” said the paper’s lead author, Joanna Kacprzyk.
12. What is the problem mentioned at the beginning of the text
A. The harm of introduced plant species to native plants.
B. Limited education about local wildlife protection
C. The lack of public awareness about plants.
D. People’s increasingly poor eyesight.
13. How did the researchers study viewers’ interest in The Green Planet
A. By showing news about extinct plant species.
B. By comparing its popularity with other TV shows’.
C. By measuring people’s online behavior towards it.
D. By recording viewers’ preferences for social media sites.
14. What effect did The Green Planet cause
A. Better sales of natural products.
B. A rise in online searches for specific plants.
C. Growing public interest in outdoor activities.
D. More educational websites related to wildlife.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. An effective solution to animal protection
B. The changing views about nature programs
C. Plant blindness: a widespread phenomenon
D. Nature documentaries: a hidden guardian of plants
【答案】12. C 13. C 14. B 15. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了一项研究发现，观看自然纪录片可以提高人们对植物的认识与关注度，从而有助于植物保护。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“However, so many people suffer from plant blindness which refers to the inability to see or notice the plants in one’s own environment, leading to the inability to recognize the importance of plants.(然而，很多人都患有植物盲症，这是指在自己的环境中看不到或注意不到植物，导致无法认识到植物的重要性)”可知，本段提到的问题是公众对植物缺乏认识。故选C。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“To figure out if the documentary attracted viewers enough to make them want to learn more, the researchers noted which species appeared on the show and then looked at data on Google Trends and Wikipedia page hits for those same species before and after the episodes (剧集) of the documentary aired.(为了弄清楚纪录片是否吸引了足够多的观众，让他们想要了解更多，研究人员注意到哪些物种出现在节目中，然后查看纪录片播出前后谷歌趋势和维基百科页面上相同物种的点击量)”可知，研究人员通过查看纪录片播出前后谷歌趋势和维基百科页面上纪录片中出现的相同物种的点击量，来了解观众对物种的兴趣；由此可知，研究者是通过衡量人们关于该纪录片的在线行为来研究观众对它的兴趣，故选C。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“Actually, some 28.1% of search terms representing plants mentioned in The Green Planet had peak (高峰时期) popularity in the UK, measured using Google Trends, the week after the broadcast of the relevant episode. Wikipedia data showed this as well. Almost a third (31.3%) of the Wikipedia pages related to plants mentioned in the documentary showed increased visits the week after the broadcast.(事实上，在《绿色星球》中提到的代表植物的28.1%的搜索词在英国的流行度达到了顶峰，这是在相关剧集播出后的一周用谷歌趋势测量的。维基百科的数据也显示了这一点。近三分之一（31.3%）与纪录片中提到的植物相关的维基百科页面在播出后一周的访问量有所增加)”可知，The Green Planet引起的效果是对特定植物的在线搜索有所增加。故选B。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据全文内容，结合第一段中“However, so many people suffer from plant blindness which refers to the inability to see or notice the plants in one’s own environment, leading to the inability to recognize the importance of plants.(然而，很多人都患有植物盲症，这是指在自己的环境中看不到或注意不到植物，导致无法认识到植物的重要性)”和第二段中“Now a paper published by Oxford University Press might have found a solution for that. That’s watching nature documentaries.(现在，牛津大学出版社发表的一篇论文可能已经找到了解决方案。那就是看自然纪录片)”可知，文章主要讲述公众对植物缺乏认识，而一项研究发现，这个问题的解决方案是观看自然纪录片，这可以提高人们对植物的认识与关注度，从而有助于植物保护。D项“自然纪录片：隐藏的植物守护者”能够概括文章主旨，为最佳标题，故选D。
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。
We live in a world where we are usually exposed to (接触) news on social media that can be scary, upsetting, or confusing. ____16____ However, as Mr. Rogers, the beloved host of a children’s show, once said, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helpful.’ ”
One of the places where we can look for “the helpers” is on social media platforms. ____17____ For example, Ryan Kaji is a 9-year-old boy who runs the channel Ryan’s World. He makes videos about science experiments and games that are fun and educational for kids. He also donates to charities and causes that he cares about.
_____18_____ One problem is finding reliable (可靠) and exact sources of information. Not all content on social media platforms is trustworthy. Some content creators may just want to make money from ads. Therefore, it is important to judge the reliability of the sources before we trust their content. Another challenge is keeping a healthy balance between online and offline activities. Spending too much time online can do harm to our physical health, such as causing headaches or sleep problems. Therefore, it is important to limit our screen time by doing other activities. ____19____
Looking for helpers on social media can be a valuable way to find hope and comfort in difficulty.___20___ Then we will form our own opinions. We can also be helpers ourselves by sharing helpful content on social media that can make a difference in the world.
A. We’d better find some topics to talk about with the helper.
B. Exercising, reading, and learning art are all good choices.
C. Phones and computers have made information easier to gain.
D. They offer a lot of content that can educate or support young viewers.
E. It enables us to see things from different viewpoints and learn new things.
F. However, looking for helpers on social media also comes with some challenges.
G. Sometimes, it can be hard to deal with the negative thoughts that these events cause.
【答案】16. G 17. D 18. F 19. B 20. E
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了社交媒体上的负面新闻会引起消极的想法，有时很难处理这些消极的想法，可以在社交媒体平台上寻找“帮手”，文章讲述了这种做法的挑战及好处。
【16题详解】
上文“We live in a world where we are usually exposed to (接触) news on social media that can be scary, upsetting, or confusing.(我们生活在这样一个世界里，我们经常在社交媒体上看到可怕的、令人不安的或令人困惑的新闻)”提到，样一个世界里，我们经常在社交媒体上看到可怕的、令人不安的或令人困惑的新闻，根据下文“However, as Mr. Rogers, the beloved host of a children’s show, once said, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helpful.’ ”(然而，正如深受喜爱的儿童节目主持人Rogers先生曾经说过的那样，“当我还是个孩子的时候，我经常在新闻中看到可怕的事情，我妈妈会对我说，‘去找帮手吧。你总能找到乐于助人的人。’”)”可知，空处与下文是转折关系，应是提到对于负面新闻导致的情绪无法独自处理的情况，G项“有时候，处理这些事件引起的消极想法是很困难的”符合语境，故选G。
【17题详解】
上文“One of the places where we can look for “the helpers” is on social media platforms.(我们可以在社交媒体平台上寻找‘帮手’)”提到我们可以在社交媒体平台上寻找“帮手”，D项“它们提供了很多可以教育或支持年轻观众的内容”承接上文，说明社交平台可以提供一些帮助，D项中的“They”指代上文的“social media platforms”，故选D。
【18题详解】
根据下文“One problem is finding reliable (可靠) and exact sources of information. Not all content on social media platforms is trustworthy.(一个问题是找到可靠的和准确的信息来源。并非社交媒体平台上的所有内容都值得信赖)”可知，此处描述社交媒体平台的问题，与上一段之间是转折关系，F项“然而，在社交媒体上寻找帮手也面临着一些挑战”符合语境，故选F。
【19题详解】
上文“Spending too much time online can do harm to our physical health, such as causing headaches or sleep problems. Therefore, it is important to limit our screen time by doing other activities.(花太多时间上网会损害我们的身体健康，比如引起头痛或睡眠问题。因此，通过做其他活动来限制看屏幕的时间是很重要的)”提到花太多时间上网会损害我们的身体健康，可以做一些其他活动代替，B项“锻炼、阅读和学习艺术都是不错的选择”承接上文，举例说明一些具体的活动，故选B。
【20题详解】
根据上文“Looking for helpers on social media can be a valuable way to find hope and comfort in difficulty.(在社交媒体上寻找帮手是在困难中找到希望和安慰的宝贵途径)”和下文“Then we will form our own opinions.(然后我们会形成我们自己的观点)”可知，此处是说明在社交媒体寻找帮手的好处，E项“它使我们能够从不同的角度看待事物并学习新事物”能够承上启下，符合语境，故选E。
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分25分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Julia found some of her grandmother Georgie’s old design sketches (草图) from the 1940s. Georgie told her granddaughter she was proud of the sketches and wanted them to be ____21____ by more people, for ____22____ was a big part of her life. “Being alone all day was difficult for Grandma. I think doing something would ____23____ lift her spirits,” Julia said.
Julia took some pictures of those sketches and made a post. It became ____24____ overnight. A lot of replies under the post ____25____ Julia to physically make her grandmother’s designs. Though her sewing (缝纫) skills were ____26____, Julia decided to figure it out. And she learned the basics soon.
With the help of her grandmother, Julia spent countless hours ____27____ the sketches and turning them into complete designs. Despite the great interest her followers had in____28____ her grandma’s designs, the dresses Julia recreated were not for sale. “We have ____29____ when we do these projects and we don’t like to take this too seriously. Maybe one day that’ll become a career, but right now we’re just focusing on our _____30_____. I’m glad to put on the dresses and _____31_____ them to Grandma. I _____32_____ that I will re-wear the dresses. So I try to be as environmentally friendly as possible,” Julia said.
“You can have your own _____33_____ and it’s never too late to go after it. You can still follow something _____34_____ in your life at any age. Maybe it won’t _____35_____, but it’s worth taking that risk,” Julia said.
21. A. shown B. checked C. discovered D. appreciated
22. A. fashion B. performance C. travel D. play
23. A. slightly B. greatly C. poorly D. hardly
24. A. popular B. helpful C. different D. convenient
25. A. taught B. forced C. challenged D. encouraged
26. A. necessary B. special C. limited D. excellent
27. A. copying B. protecting C. judging D. improving
28. A. recording B. buying C. changing D. praising
29. A. experience B. freedom C. pleasure D. instruction
30. A. service B. creation C. story D. duty
31. A. introduce B. hand C. connect D. present
32. A. promise B. doubt C. admit D. warn
33. A. education B. surprise C. interest D. memory
34. A. natural B. meaningful C. peaceful D. practical
35. A. work out B. stand out C. pass down D. move around
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 24. A 25. D 26. C 27. D 28. B 29. C 30. B 31. D 32. A 33. C 34. B 35. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。短文叙述了Julia找到了一些她祖母Georgie 20世纪40年代旧设计草图，Julia在祖母的帮助下，花了无数的时间改进草图，把草图变成完整的设计。作者感悟到在任何年龄，你仍然可以追求生活中有意义的事情，也许不会成功，但值得冒这个险。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：乔治告诉她的孙女，她为这些素描感到骄傲，并希望更多的人欣赏它们，因为时尚是她生活的重要组成部分。A. shown展示；B. checked核对；C. discovered发现；D. appreciated 感激，欣赏。根据上文“she was proud of the sketches”可知，她希望更多的人欣赏它们。故选D项。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：乔治告诉她的孙女，她为这些素描感到骄傲，并希望更多的人欣赏它们，因为时尚是她生活的重要组成部分。A. fashion时尚；B. performance表演；C. travel 旅行；D. play游戏。根据上文“Georgie’s old design sketches (草图) from the 1940s”可知，时尚是她生活的重要组成部分。故选A项。
【23题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：我想做点什么会大大提振她的精神。A. slightly轻微地；B. greatly非常地，极大地；C. poorly贫穷地；D. hardly几乎不。根据下文“lift her spirits”可知，想大大提振她的精神。故选B项。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：它一夜之间流行起来。A. popular受欢迎的；B. helpful有帮助的；C. different不同的；D. convenient方便的。根据下文“A lot of replies”可知，设计一夜之间流行起来。故选A项。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：帖子下面的很多回复都鼓励朱莉娅动手做她祖母的设计。A. taught教；B. forced迫使；C. challenged挑战； D. encouraged鼓励。根据下文“Julia decided to figure it out.”可知，帖子下面的很多回复都鼓励朱莉娅动手做她祖母的设计。故选D项。
【26题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：虽然她的缝纫技术有限，但茱莉亚决定自己想办法。 A. necessary必要的；B. special特殊的；C. limited有限的；D. excellent优秀的。根据下文“And she learned the basics soon.”可知，她的缝纫技术有限。故选C项。
【27题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在祖母的帮助下，朱莉娅花了无数的时间改进草图，把它们变成完整的设计。A. copying模仿；B. protecting保护；C. judging判断；D. improving改进。根据下文“turning them into complete designs”可知，朱莉娅花了无数的时间改进草图。故选D项。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：尽管她的粉丝们对购买她祖母的设计非常感兴趣，但朱莉娅重新设计的裙子并不出售。A. recording记录；B. buying买；C. changing改变；D. praising赞扬。根据下文“the dresses Julia recreated were not for sale.”可知，粉丝们对购买她祖母的设计非常感兴趣。故选B项。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我们做这些项目时，我们很高兴，我们不喜欢把这个太当回事。A. experience经历；B. freedom自由；C. pleasure快乐；D. instruction指示。根据下文“we don’t like to take this too seriously.”可知，当我们做这些项目时，我们很高兴。故选C项。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：也许有一天这将成为一种职业，但现在我们只专注于我们的创造。A. service服务；B. creation创造；C. story故事； D. duty职责。根据上文“Julia spent countless hours ____7____ the sketches and turning them into complete designs.”可知，他们专注于创造。故选B项。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：很高兴穿上裙子，把它们送给奶奶。 A. introduce介绍；B. hand递交；C. connect 连接；D. present呈现，送给。根据下文“them to Grandma”可知，指送给奶奶。故选D项。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我保证我会重新穿那些裙子。A. promise承诺；B. doubt怀疑；C. admit承认；D. warn警告。根据下文“I will re-wear the dresses.”可知，作者保证会重新穿那些裙子。故选A项。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：你可以有自己的兴趣，追求它永远不会太晚。A. education教育；B. surprise惊讶；C. interest 兴趣；D. memory记忆。根据上文“Though her sewing (缝纫) skills were ____6____ , Julia decided to figure it out.”可知，每个人都有自己的兴趣。故选C项。
【34题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：在任何年龄，你仍然可以追求生活中有意义的事情。 A. natural自然的；B. meaningful有意义的；C. peaceful和平的；D. practical实际的。根据上文“it’s never too late to go after it”可知，在任何年龄，你仍然可以追求生活中有意义的事情。故选B项。
35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：也许不会成功，但值得冒这个险。A. work out锻炼，弄明白，成功；B. stand out脱颖而出； C. pass down传承；D. move around走来走去。根据下文“but it’s worth taking that risk”可知，也许不会成功，但值得冒这个险。故选A项。
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。
Originally unearthed in the late 1920s, the Sanxingdui Ruins have been regarded as one of the world’s greatest archaeological ____36____ (finding) of the 20th century. In July this year, a ____37____ (new) completed exhibition hall at the world-famous Sanxingdui Museum opened in Guanghan, Sichuan Province.
____38____ (cover) an area of nearly 55,000 square meters, the exhibition hall is now the largest single exhibition building showcasing the cultural relics ____39____ (dig) from historical sites in southwest China. The new hall ____40____ (hold) more than 1,500 cultural items, with 600 of them on show for the first time.
One iconic (标志性的) exhibit is the four-meter-tall bronze sacred tree, ____41____ takes up the central position in the new hall. And it makes a much ____42____ (strong) visual impression than it did in the old hall. The bronze altar (青铜神坛) that was discovered last year is also ____43____ impressive piece of artwork. It is made up of three parts and shows ancient sacrificial (献祭的) scenes.
Divided into three themed areas, the exhibition hall makes use of a range of new technologies ____44____ (celebrate) the cultural features and social development of the Shu civilization. It also shows China’s latest achievements _____45_____ archaeological research.
【答案】36. findings
37. newly 38. Covering
39. dug 40. holds
41. which 42. stronger
43. an 44. to celebrate
45. of
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。这篇文章主要介绍了中国四川广汉的三星堆遗址的重要性以及该遗址博物馆新建的展厅。
【36题详解】
考查名词。句意：三星堆遗址最早出土于20世纪20年代末，被认为是20世纪世界上最伟大的考古发现之一。分析句子，设空处使用名词作宾语，one of后搭配名词复数。故填findings。
【37题详解】
考查副词。句意：今年7月，世界著名的三星堆博物馆新建成的展厅在四川广汉开幕。分析句子，设空处使用new的副词作状语，修饰动词。故填newly。
【38题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：该展厅占地近5.5万平方米，是目前中国西南地区最大的单一展览建筑，展示了从历史遗址中挖掘出来的文物。分析句子，句中is为谓语动词，设空处使用非谓语。此处the exhibition hall与cover之间是主动关系，故使用现在分词作状语。同时该空置于句首，开头单词首字母大写。故填Covering。
【39题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意同上。分析句子，句中is为谓语动词，设空处使用非谓语。句中the cultural relics与dig之间是被动关系，故使用过去分词作后置定语。故填dug。
【40题详解】
考查动词时态。句意：新馆拥有1500多件文物，其中600件是首次展出。分析句子，设空处使用动词作谓语，句子表述客观事实，故使用一般现在时。故填holds。
【41题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：一个标志性的展品是四米高的青铜圣树，它占据了新大厅的中心位置。分析句子，设空处引导的是非限制性定语从句，引导词在从句中作主语，指代先行词tree，为物，故使用which。故填which。
【42题详解】
考查形容词比较级。句意：它给人的视觉印象比在旧大厅里要强烈得多。分析句子，句中使用形容词作定语，根据后文的than可知，设空处应该使用形容词的比较级。故填stronger。
【43题详解】
考查冠词。句意：去年发现的青铜祭坛也是一件令人印象深刻的艺术品。分析句子，句中piece为可数名词，此处表示“一件艺术品”，故设空处使用不定冠词。同时其前面修饰词impressive首字母发音为元音音素。故填an。
【44题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：展厅分为三个主题区，利用一系列新技术来庆祝蜀国文明的文化特色和社会发展。分析句子，句中makes为谓语动词，设空处使用非谓语动词。意为“利用……去做某事”，表示目的，用不定式。故填to celebrate。
【45题详解】
考查介词。句意：它还展示了中国考古研究的最新成果。分析句子，设空处使用介词与后文构成介词短语。此处表示“……的”用of。故填of。
第四部分 课本基础知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 单词填空 （共10小题，每小题2分，满分20分)
46. Inspired by his ___________(智慧) and virtue, we are determined to study harder and make contributions to our country.(根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】wisdom
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：在他的智慧和美德的鼓舞下，我们决心更加努力学习，为祖国做贡献。空前是形容词性物主代词，所以空处应填名词作宾语，根据所给中文提示词，应是wisdom意为“智慧”。故填wisdom。
47. It is extremely necessary to keep a ___________ (均衡的) diet in order to keep fit. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】balanced
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：为了保持健康，保持(均衡的)饮食是非常必要的。根据汉语提示，可知应填形容词balanced，意为“均衡的”，作定语修饰名词diet。故填balanced。
48. To protect the ___________ (濒临灭绝的) species, the Chinese government has taken some effective measures. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】endangered
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：为了保护濒危物种，中国政府采取了一些有效的措施。根据汉语意思提示可知，此处为形容词endangered“濒临灭绝的”作定语修饰species，满足句意要求。故填endangered。
49. I would appreciate it if you could reply at your earliest ________ (方便). （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
【答案】convenience
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：如果您能尽快回复，我将不胜感激。根据汉语提示“方便”，可知为convenience；固定句式at one’s convenience在某人方便的时候，设空处前为形容词性的物主代词，设空处应用名词的形式。故填convenience。
50. The next rent payment is _______ (到期的) on January 31. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】due
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：下一笔租金将于1月31日到期。根据汉语提示可知应用形容词due，作表语。故填due。
51. To our surprise, some treasures ___________ (属于) to China should be shown in British Museum. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】belonging
【解析】
【详解】考查动词。句意：令我们惊讶的是，一些属于中国的珍宝竟然在大英博物馆展出。根据汉语提示可知应用动词belong，与treasures构成主动关系，故用现在分词作定语。故填belonging。
52. The Chinese Dream is a dream to improve people’s well-being and a dream of ________ (和谐), peace and development. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
【答案】harmony
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：中国梦是增进民生福祉的梦，是和谐、和平、发展的梦。介词of后接名词形式。根据汉语提示及句意，故填harmony。
53. I’ll meet you at the main _________ (入口) to the school. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
【答案】entrance
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：我会在学校的主要入口和你见面。空处应填名词作宾语，结合汉语提示，entrance符合题意，根据常识主要入口通常只有一个，故名词用单数形式。故填entrance。
54. This is a new invention that will have a wide range of _______ (应用)in industry.
【答案】application
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：这是一个将会在工业方面有大量应用的新发明。根据所给句子和汉语提示提示推出是名词application“应用”，该词是抽象名词，不可数，故填application。
55. Although the country has had political independence for over a century, __________ (在经济上) it needs the support of its neighbors. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】economically
【解析】
【详解】考查副词。句意：虽然这个国家在政治上已经独立了一个多世纪，但在经济上它需要邻国的支持。“在经济上”应用副词economically，作状语。故填economically。
第二节 句子填空 （共5小题；每小题2要，满分10分）
阅读下面句子，按题目要求作答。
56. You are expected to find some group activities ___________ you can be with people who share your interests. (用适当关系词填空)
【答案】where
【解析】
【详解】考查定语从句。句意：你应该参加一些团体活动，在那里你可以和有共同兴趣的人在一起。定语从句修饰先行词activities，在从句作地点状语，故填where。
57. We are now living in a fast-developing society and our life conditions ___________ (improve) day by day. (用所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】are being improved
【解析】
【详解】考查动词时态和语态。句意：我们现在生活在一个快速发展的社会，我们的生活条件正在一天天改善。本句是and连接的并列句，improve作后句谓语，根据前文的are now living可知，用现在进行时，和主语life conditions之间是被动关系，用被动语态，主语为复数。故填are being improved。
58. ______________ (不仅）the activity get us close to nature, it also promoted friendship among us. (根据汉语提示完成句子)
【答案】Not only did
【解析】
【详解】考查部分倒装，固定短语。句意：这次活动不仅让我们接近了大自然，还增进了我们之间的友谊。根据汉语提示可知，空格处需要填入“不仅”，not only意为“不仅”，位于句首，句子需要使用部分倒装，句子描述的是过去的事情，所以用一般过去时，所以助动词用did。故答案为Not only did。
59. ______________________________ (非常值得保护) the cultural heritage. (根据汉语提示完成句子)
【答案】It is really / very worthwhile to preserve / preserving
【解析】
【详解】考查固定句型、动词和时态。句意：保护文化遗产是非常值得的。根据汉语意思提示可知，此处为固定句型it is worthwhile to do/doing“做某事是值得的”，表示“保护”为动词preserve，此处也可为动名词形式；结合句意可知，该句为陈述客观事实，为一般现在时。故填It is really / very worthwhile to preserve / preserving。
60. ______________________________ the old must give way to the new.
新旧更替的时代已经到来。
【答案】There comes a time when
【解析】
【详解】考查定语从句和倒装句。表示“时代”应用time，作主语，后跟when引导定语从句；表示“到来”应用动词come，此处副词there位于句首，用全部倒装。故填There comes a time when。
第五部分 应用文写作 （满分25分）
61. 昨天，你校邀请了教育专家Mr. Lin开展了一场关于如何高效管理时间的讲座，请你就此写一篇新闻报道向校英语报投稿。内容包括：
1.讲座的时间和地点；
2.讲座的具体内容及反响。
注意：
1.词数80词左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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【答案】范文
Yesterday, an appealing lecture given by the renowned education expert, Mr. Lin, was held in the auditorium from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. With the topic of Efficient Time Management, the lecture attracted a large audience of students.
In the lecture, Mr. Lin first introduced the importance of time management in academic and personal life. He emphasized that mastering the skill of managing time effectively is crucial for achieving success. Then, there followed the various strategies and techniques to make good use of time, as well as some practical tools and resources that can help in planning daily activities.
Overall, Mr. Lin’s lecture was a great success. The audience was thoroughly engaged throughout the presentation, taking notes and asking insightful questions during the Q&A session. Many students expressed appreciation for the workable advice he offered, with several commenting on how inspired they felt to put these strategies into use.
【解析】
【导语】本篇是应用文写作。昨天，你校邀请了教育专家Mr. Lin开展了一场关于如何高效管理时间的讲座，要求考生就此写一篇新闻报道向校英语报投稿。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
主题：topic→theme
重要性：importance→significance
活动：activity→event
建议：advice→suggestion
2. 句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Yesterday, an appealing lecture given by the renowned education expert, Mr. Lin, was held in the auditorium from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
拓展句：Yesterday, an appealing lecture, which was given by the renowned education expert, Mr. Lin, was held in the auditorium from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
【点睛】[高分句型1]He emphasized that mastering the skill of managing time effectively is crucial for achieving success.(that引导的宾语从句)
[高分句型2]Then, there followed the various strategies and techniques to make good use of time, as well as some practical tools and resources that can help in planning daily activities.(that引导的定语从句)
听力1-5 CCBCA 6-10 ACAAB 11-15 BCBBC2023－2024学年第二学期河源中学高一年级摸底考试
英语科试题
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分15分）
第一节（共4小题；每小题1分，满分4分）
听下面4段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一个小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the man do on Friday morning
A. Give a lecture.
B. Go on a business trip.
C. Attend a parents’ meeting.
2. What caused the woman to come home late
A. Attending an interview.
B. Seeing a doctor.
C. Visiting Peter.
3. Where will the speakers go
A. To the woman’s house.
B. To the man’s company.
C. To a restaurant.
4. What are the speakers talking about
A. William’s travel experiences.
B. The woman’s views on travelling.
C. The importance of making travel plans.
第二节（共11小题；每小题1分，满分11分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从所听到的内容中获取信息，回答相应小题。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，回答以下小题。
5. When did Jack begin reading
A. At 4:40. B. At 5:00. C. At 5:30.
6. What does the woman want Jack to do
A. Relax his eyes.
B. Read more books.
C. Go shopping with her.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
7. What disaster struck the forest near the mountain town
A. An earthquake. B. A flood. C. A wildfire.
8. What does David think of those motorcyclists
A. Brave and responsible.
B. Strong and successful.
C. Smart and kindhearted.
9.What does the woman do
A. A teacher. B. A reporter. C. A film-maker.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10. What will the man do in Miami
A. Give a performance.
B. Attend a music festival.
C. Meet his cousin.
11. Why does the man choose to take a train
A. It is fast. B. It is cheap. C. It is enjoyable.
12. What does Daisy offer to do for the man
A. Book a hotel room.
B. Introduce a friend to him.
C. Find a place to live in.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
13. Where did James get the news about the City Kitchen program
A. From the Internet.
B. From a friend.
C. From his boss.
14. How often does James do volunteer work
A. Three times a week.
B. Five times a week.
C. Seven times a week.
15. What is the probable relationship between James and Emma
A. Teacher and student.
B. Husband and wife.
C. Colleagues.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
While the classic sandwich will always have its place, there are plenty of exciting lunchbox ideas that will satisfy both kids and parents alike. When kids join in planning and packing their lunches, they’re more likely to enjoy and finish their meals. So, why not give these ideas a try
Bento Box Bliss
Bento box lunches are gaining popularity. These containers allow you to make a meal with a variety of foods. Fill one section with colorful fruit slices, another with bite-sized vegetables, and the remaining ones with proteins (蛋白质) like chicken and eggs. Finish with a small treat like a handful of berries. The possibilities are endless, and kids will love these different kinds of food.
DIY Lunchables
Homemade Lunchables offers a healthier choice than store-bought food. Pack a selection of whole-grain biscuits, slices of cheese, and a handful of cherry tomatoes. Kids can make their own sandwiches by adding their favorite food to round out the meal. It makes lunchtime an enjoyable experience.
Wrap (包) it Up
Try using wraps instead of regular sandwiches. It is advised to use the flatbread (扁面包) instead of bread. It can be filled with lots of different things. You can make a turkey wrap with cream cheese, or a vegetable wrap if you prefer a plant-based option. Wraps are not only easy to get ready but also easy for little hands to hold.
Mini Pancake Stacks
Who says pancakes are just for breakfast Mini pancakes can be a pleasant lunchbox surprise. Make small pancakes and sandwich them with cocoa butter and sliced bananas. Add a little honey for more sweetness. With just a few steps, you can complete them. These cute stacks are not only tasty but also fun to eat.
1 What’s an advantage of Bento box lunches
A. Offering many sandwich options. B. Using simple materials as food sources.
C Helping strictly control how much kids eat. D. Enabling kids to enjoy a well-balanced meal.
2. What do we know about homemade Lunchables
A. It costs much time and effort. B. It allows kids to show creative ideas.
C. It is much tastier than takeaway food. D. It makes kids increase their food intake easily.
3. What do the last two lunchbox choices have in common
A. Both are easy to prepare. B. Both are popular with little kids.
C. Both suit kids enjoying sweet treats. D. Both feature fast food with high calories.
B
Zandra Cunningham is the founder of a skincare brand. She has been recognized by the media as one of the youngest and most successful business owners in America.
When she was a kid, Zandra always loved lip balms (护唇膏) and bought a lot of them. But she found they eventually hurt her lips instead of relieving the dryness because of all the chemicals in them. She then started experimenting with different ingredients (成分) together with her mom. They tried a lot of times until they found the natural and healthy combinations they liked. Slowly, Zandra began selling her products at local farmers’ markets and trade events. Before her 10th birthday, she launched her brand and hoped it would empower other young girls.
Soon, it became a challenge for Zandra to separate her personal interests from what her customers actually wanted. “There are a lot of ideas that I feel are excellent but wouldn’t fit into the market,” she said. Being part of the younger market herself, Zandra recognized the issue and improved her products after truly listening to customers. “There are so many brands doing similar things, but there’s still so much room to grow. Your customers are out there, and you just have to reach out to them. That’s what will set you apart,” the 23-year-old shared.
When asked about her experience as a promising young businesswoman, Zandra said, “It wasn’t frightening. When you’re young, fear doesn’t have a strong hold on your mindset. ‘Maybe it’s not going to work’ never really crossed my mind.”
Characterized by encouraging statements and featuring a playful color combination, the packaging (包装) is a big part of why Zandra’s business has been so impressive. “There are a lot of products on the market that seem natural, but they actually aren’t,” she said. “I make sure my packaging can help people understand what each term means, and how to read and check ingredients.”
4. What pushed Zandra to get into the skincare business
A. Her desire to create skin-friendly products.
B. Her interest in doing chemical experiments.
C. Her wish to set an example for other young girls.
D. Her goal of providing local people with cheap skin products.
5. How did Zandra deal with the trouble in her business
A. She cooperated with powerful brands.
B. She stood by her own business decisions.
C. She made an effort to meet real market needs.
D. She took inspiration from successful businesswomen.
6. What plays a role in her business success according to Zandra
A. Her work experience. B. Her parents’ support.
C. Her creative thinking. D. Her youthful positivity.
7. What does Zandra expect to achieve with her packaging
A. To catch customers’ attention.
B. To collect customers’ opinions on skincare.
C. To educate customers about product knowledge.
D. To encourage environmental awareness in customers.
C
The walls of ancient Egyptian tombs (坟墓) can teach us much about the ancient Egyptians’ life. However, many paintings in the tombs were damaged by unlawful tomb diggers. Now a new study shows how a technology called portable X-ray fluorescence (pXRF) can be used to better study the paintings.
Developed in the early 20th century by physicist Henry Moseley XRF and pXRF can be used to decide materials’ elemental composition (元素组成). Rather than the huge and immovable tool often used to study historical objects in labs, the tool needed in the pXRF study weighs only a few kilograms and can be taken into the field.
The research team headed by Philippe Martinez from Sorbonne University used the new tool to perform chemical imaging on paintings on site, allowing for the study of paint composition. As the ancient Egyptians used paints made from minerals (矿物), the paints have specific chemical markers. By using pXRF, scientists can use the chemical markers to create a map of damaged areas.
The team used the pXRF tool in the study of a painting of Ramesses II found in the tomb of Nakhtamun, which has traditionally been dated at the19th dynasty of ancient Egypt. And they discovered the necklace worn by the king in the painting may have been changed.
The king was first painted to be wearing a shebyu necklace, which was trendy during the 20th dynasty, some years after Ramesses II’s death. And it appears that the necklace was later changed to a wesekh necklace, which usually appears in paintings during his time. This means the tomb painters at first painted this 19th-dynasty ruler wearing a 20th-dynasty necklace, realized their mistake and then corrected it. The technology enabled the team to learn that the tomb owner, Nakhtamun, may actually have lived in the 20th rather than the 19th dynasty, and that the painting is not of a living king, but rather of a former ruler.
According to the researchers, the pXRF technology allows in-depth studies while helping prevent further damage. And it presents important details about the technological and artistic achievements of the ancient Egyptians.
8. What can be learned about the pXRF technology from Paragraph 2
A. It only works in laboratory settings.
B. It requires a large and fixed tool to operate.
C. It was developed to prevent painting stealing.
D. It is more convenient than the earlier technology.
9. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. The process of repairing the tombs.
B. The researchers’ working methods.
C. The introduction to the technology’s inventor.
D. The valuable materials of the paints used in the paintings.
10. What does the underlined word “trendy” in Paragraph 5 mean
A. Confusing. B. Acceptable. C. Popular. D. Expensive.
11. What does the research on the painting of Ramesses II show
A. Ramesses II paid great attention to his appearance.
B. Ancient Egyptian painters were careless about details.
C. The new tool was important to the dating of historical objects.
D. Technology developed very quickly during Ramesses II’s time.
D
Chances are that you can name a few animals that are facing extinction. But what about plants With some 40% of plant species under threat of extinction — and given humankind’s dependence on the plant world — one might think they should be protected as soon as possible. However, so many people suffer from plant blindness which refers to the inability to see or notice the plants in one’s own environment, leading to the inability to recognize the importance of plants.
Now a paper published by Oxford University Press might have found a solution for that. That’s watching nature documentaries. Having noticed that TV shows like Seven Worlds, One Planet, Planet Earth II, and Blue Planet II increased viewers’ interest in the animals on the shows, the researchers set out to discover if TV shows could do the same for plants.
For the paper, they focused on The Green Planet. The show was watched by nearly 5 million people in the United Kingdom. It features various plant species and doesn’t shy away from environmental concerns. To figure out if the documentary attracted viewers enough to make them want to learn more, the researchers noted which species appeared on the show and then looked at data on Google Trends and Wikipedia page hits for those same species before and after the episodes (剧集) of the documentary aired.
Actually, some 28.1% of search terms representing plants mentioned in The Green Planet had peak (高峰时期) popularity in the UK, measured using Google Trends, the week after the broadcast of the relevant episode. Wikipedia data showed this as well. Almost a third (31.3%) of the Wikipedia pages related to plants mentioned in the documentary showed increased visits the week after the broadcast. The researchers also noted that people were more likely to do online searches for plants that enjoyed more screen time on The Green Planet.
“Our results suggest that the viewers found certain plant species particularly attractive. These plants could be used for promoting plant conservation efforts,” said the paper’s lead author, Joanna Kacprzyk.
12. What is the problem mentioned at the beginning of the text
A. The harm of introduced plant species to native plants.
B. Limited education about local wildlife protection
C. The lack of public awareness about plants.
D. People’s increasingly poor eyesight.
13. How did the researchers study viewers’ interest in The Green Planet
A. By showing news about extinct plant species.
B. By comparing its popularity with other TV shows’.
C. By measuring people’s online behavior towards it.
D. By recording viewers’ preferences for social media sites.
14. What effect did The Green Planet cause
A. Better sales of natural products.
B. A rise in online searches for specific plants.
C. Growing public interest in outdoor activities.
D. More educational websites related to wildlife.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. An effective solution to animal protection
B. The changing views about nature programs
C. Plant blindness: a widespread phenomenon
D. Nature documentaries: a hidden guardian of plants
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。
We live in a world where we are usually exposed to (接触) news on social media that can be scary, upsetting, or confusing. ____16____ However, as Mr. Rogers, the beloved host of a children’s show, once said, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helpful.’ ”
One of the places where we can look for “the helpers” is on social media platforms. ____17____ For example, Ryan Kaji is a 9-year-old boy who runs the channel Ryan’s World. He makes videos about science experiments and games that are fun and educational for kids. He also donates to charities and causes that he cares about.
_____18_____ One problem is finding reliable (可靠) and exact sources of information. Not all content on social media platforms is trustworthy. Some content creators may just want to make money from ads. Therefore, it is important to judge the reliability of the sources before we trust their content. Another challenge is keeping a healthy balance between online and offline activities. Spending too much time online can do harm to our physical health, such as causing headaches or sleep problems. Therefore, it is important to limit our screen time by doing other activities. ____19____
Looking for helpers on social media can be a valuable way to find hope and comfort in difficulty.___20___ Then we will form our own opinions. We can also be helpers ourselves by sharing helpful content on social media that can make a difference in the world.
A. We’d better find some topics to talk about with the helper.
B. Exercising, reading, and learning art are all good choices.
C. Phones and computers have made information easier to gain.
D. They offer a lot of content that can educate or support young viewers.
E. It enables us to see things from different viewpoints and learn new things.
F. However, looking for helpers on social media also comes with some challenges.
G. Sometimes, it can be hard to deal with the negative thoughts that these events cause.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分25分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Julia found some of her grandmother Georgie’s old design sketches (草图) from the 1940s. Georgie told her granddaughter she was proud of the sketches and wanted them to be ____21____ by more people, for ____22____ was a big part of her life. “Being alone all day was difficult for Grandma. I think doing something would ____23____ lift her spirits,” Julia said.
Julia took some pictures of those sketches and made a post. It became ____24____ overnight. A lot of replies under the post ____25____ Julia to physically make her grandmother’s designs. Though her sewing (缝纫) skills were ____26____, Julia decided to figure it out. And she learned the basics soon.
With the help of her grandmother, Julia spent countless hours ____27____ the sketches and turning them into complete designs. Despite the great interest her followers had in____28____ her grandma’s designs, the dresses Julia recreated were not for sale. “We have ____29____ when we do these projects and we don’t like to take this too seriously. Maybe one day that’ll become a career, but right now we’re just focusing on our _____30_____. I’m glad to put on the dresses and _____31_____ them to Grandma. I _____32_____ that I will re-wear the dresses. So I try to be as environmentally friendly as possible,” Julia said.
“You can have your own _____33_____ and it’s never too late to go after it. You can still follow something _____34_____ in your life at any age. Maybe it won’t _____35_____, but it’s worth taking that risk,” Julia said.
21. A. shown B. checked C. discovered D. appreciated
22. A. fashion B. performance C. travel D. play
23. A. slightly B. greatly C. poorly D. hardly
24. A. popular B. helpful C. different D. convenient
25. A. taught B. forced C. challenged D. encouraged
26. A. necessary B. special C. limited D. excellent
27. A. copying B. protecting C. judging D. improving
28. A. recording B. buying C. changing D. praising
29. A. experience B. freedom C. pleasure D. instruction
30. A. service B. creation C. story D. duty
31. A. introduce B. hand C. connect D. present
32 A. promise B. doubt C. admit D. warn
33. A. education B. surprise C. interest D. memory
34. A. natural B. meaningful C. peaceful D. practical
35. A. work out B. stand out C. pass down D. move around
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。
Originally unearthed in the late 1920s, the Sanxingdui Ruins have been regarded as one of the world’s greatest archaeological ____36____ (finding) of the 20th century. In July this year, a ____37____ (new) completed exhibition hall at the world-famous Sanxingdui Museum opened in Guanghan, Sichuan Province.
____38____ (cover) an area of nearly 55,000 square meters, the exhibition hall is now the largest single exhibition building showcasing the cultural relics ____39____ (dig) from historical sites in southwest China. The new hall ____40____ (hold) more than 1,500 cultural items, with 600 of them on show for the first time.
One iconic (标志性的) exhibit is the four-meter-tall bronze sacred tree, ____41____ takes up the central position in the new hall. And it makes a much ____42____ (strong) visual impression than it did in the old hall. The bronze altar (青铜神坛) that was discovered last year is also ____43____ impressive piece of artwork. It is made up of three parts and shows ancient sacrificial (献祭的) scenes.
Divided into three themed areas, the exhibition hall makes use of a range of new technologies ____44____ (celebrate) the cultural features and social development of the Shu civilization. It also shows China’s latest achievements _____45_____ archaeological research.
第四部分 课本基础知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 单词填空 （共10小题，每小题2分，满分20分)
46. Inspired by his ___________(智慧) and virtue, we are determined to study harder and make contributions to our country.(根据汉语提示单词拼写)
47. It is extremely necessary to keep a ___________ (均衡的) diet in order to keep fit. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
48. To protect the ___________ (濒临灭绝的) species, the Chinese government has taken some effective measures. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
49. I would appreciate it if you could reply at your earliest ________ (方便). （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
50. The next rent payment is _______ (到期的) on January 31. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
51. To our surprise, some treasures ___________ (属于) to China should be shown in British Museum. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
52. The Chinese Dream is a dream to improve people’s well-being and a dream of ________ (和谐), peace and development. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
53. I’ll meet you at the main _________ (入口) to the school. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
54. This is a new invention that will have a wide range of _______ (应用)in industry.
55. Although the country has had political independence for over a century, __________ (在经济上) it needs the support of its neighbors. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
第二节 句子填空 （共5小题；每小题2要，满分10分）
阅读下面句子，按题目要求作答。
56. You are expected to find some group activities ___________ you can be with people who share your interests. (用适当的关系词填空)
57. We are now living in a fast-developing society and our life conditions ___________ (improve) day by day. (用所给词的适当形式填空)
58. ______________ (不仅）the activity get us close to nature, it also promoted friendship among us. (根据汉语提示完成句子)
59. ______________________________ (非常值得保护) the cultural heritage. (根据汉语提示完成句子)
60. ______________________________ the old must give way to the new.
新旧更替的时代已经到来。
第五部分 应用文写作 （满分25分）
61. 昨天，你校邀请了教育专家Mr. Lin开展了一场关于如何高效管理时间的讲座，请你就此写一篇新闻报道向校英语报投稿。内容包括：
1.讲座的时间和地点；
2.讲座的具体内容及反响。
注意：
1.词数80词左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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