2024年高考英语考前必练10套卷(新高考专用）10（原卷板+解析版）

（新高考专用）10-2024年高考英语考前必练10套卷
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑;如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上;如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案;不准使用铅笔和涂改液，不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁：考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第二部分 阅读(共两节, 满分50分)
第一节(共15小题:每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Costa Rica is home to everything from steamy rainforests and misty cloud forests. And there’s enough action to satisfy the most demanding thrill-seeker. Below, we look at the places you won’t want to miss.
La Fortuna
You can get up close to its lava-covered lower slopes by taking the Las Coladas trail, one of several unforgettable hikes around Volcán Arenal National Park, about 7km west of La Fortuna.
Around 7km east of La Fortuna, there’s horseback riding, mountain biking, along with kayaking on Lake Arenal. The region’s natural hot springs make the perfect place to ease weary muscles.
Monteverde
Monteverde’s mist-wreathed cloud forest reserves sit high on the country’s mountainous spine. It’s one of the world’s biodiversity hot spots, with a shocking diversity of plants and animals.
For a bird’s eye view of the forest, take a thrilling ride on a zipline(滑索), skimming the canopy at high speed—Sky Trek Monteverde has an automatic braking system, useful for kids and anxious adults.
The Nicoya Peninsula
Famed for its postcard-perfect beaches and sweet Pacific swells, Nicoya has something for wave riders of all levels. There’s wildlife too: Grande Beach is a nesting site for leatherback turtles from October to March.
Further south, the remote, jungle-backed town of Santa Teresa is now a hip hangout with cool cafes, sushi restaurants and designer boutiques.
21．Who are the targeted readers
A．Scientists. B．Travelers. C．Researchers. D．Guides.
22．What can people enjoy in both La Fortuna and Monteverde
A．Outdoor activities. B．Local snacks. C．Wildlife watching. D．Volcano views.
23．Where can you seek thrill in water
A．La Fortuna and Monteverde. B．La Fortuna and The Nicoya Peninsula.
C．The Nicoya Peninsula and Monteverde. D．Santa Teresa and Volcán Arenal National Park.
【答案】21．B 22．A 23．B
【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要向读者介绍了Costa Rica中La Fortuna、Monteverde、The Nicoya Peninsula三处景点。
21．推理判断题。根据第一段中的“Costa Rica is home to everything from steamy rainforests and misty cloud forests. And there’s enough action to satisfy the most demanding thrill-seeker. Below, we look at the places you won’t want to miss. (从潮湿的热带雨林到雾蒙蒙的云雾森林，哥斯达黎加应有尽有。有足够的动作来满足最苛刻的刺激寻求者。下面，我们来看看你不想错过的地方。)”可知，本篇是关于哥斯达黎加的旅游简介，是为旅行者设计。故选B。
22．推理判断题。根据La Fortuna部分中的“Around 7km east of La Fortuna, there’s horseback riding, mountain biking, along with kayaking on Lake Arenal. The region’s natural hot springs make the perfect place to ease weary muscles. (在拉福图纳以东约7公里处，有骑马、山地自行车和在阿雷纳尔湖划皮艇的活动。该地区的天然温泉是缓解疲劳肌肉的理想场所。)”、Monteverde部分中的“For a bird’s eye view of the forest, take a thrilling ride on a zipline(滑索), skimming the canopy at high speed—Sky Trek Monteverde has an automatic braking system, useful for kids and anxious adults. (想要鸟瞰森林，可以乘坐惊险刺激的高空滑索，高速掠过树冠——《天空迷航：蒙特维德》有一个自动刹车系统，对孩子和焦虑的成年人都很有用。)”可知，La Fortuna、Monteverde两处景点都有户外活动。故选A。
23．细节理解题。根据La Fortuna部分中的“Around 7km east of La Fortuna, there’s horseback riding, mountain biking, along with kayaking on Lake Arenal. (在拉福图纳以东约7公里处，有骑马、山地自行车和在阿雷纳尔湖划皮艇的活动。)”和The Nicoya Peninsula部分中的“Famed for its postcard-perfect beaches and sweet Pacific swells, Nicoya has something for wave riders of all levels. (尼科亚以其明信片般完美的海滩和甜蜜的太平洋海浪而闻名，适合各种水平的冲浪爱好者。)”可知，在La Fortuna和The Nicoya Peninsula两处景点都可以在水中寻求刺激。故选B。
B
I have always been proud of my handwriting, a skill I was taught in grade school. The teacher was teaching us the Palmer Penmanship Method, drilling into us the importance of forming big flowing lines when we wrote g’s and s’s as well as beautiful f’s that in my mind were like fairy tale princesses wearing fancy hats while extending their right foot. We were strictly prohibited from using block letters on our homework, as they lack the beauty.
Now it becomes apparent that young people no longer learn cursive(草书). They type everything, mostly on their phones. Beautiful handwriting is a thing of the past. This has become a source of great sadness among traditionalists.
But recently something happened that shook my faith in cursive. To my complete disbelief, not one but two of my close friends complained about the handwriting on my postcards. They were grateful for the beautiful postcards I regularly sent, but they said they honestly couldn't read a thing I had written. One friend went so far as to ask if I could use block letters next time so that she could understand what I was writing.
Initially, I was angry. I had made the effort to cover an entire postcard with what I viewed as not just handwriting but calligraphy. But then I showed an English friend a postcard I'd just written, and he said that the only thing that was readily understandable was the letters “U. S. A．” The rest of it, he politely suggested, looked like “chicken scrawl”.
Looking at the postcard dispassionately, I unwillingly admit that he has a point. All the m’s and n’s run together, and the l’s look like l’s. The a’s are indistinguishable from the q’s. So, from now on, I'm taking their advice and using block letters to communicate.
In fact, I just now sent an old friend a postcard. But this time, I simply wrote—in big block letters:
DEAR ALICE:
HI.
JOE.
I hope she gets the message.
24．What do we know about the Palmer Penmanship Method
A．It is characterized by big flowing lines. B．It is rarely appreciated by traditionalists.
C．It was not allowed in students' homework. D．It is viewed as a trend in handwriting styles.
25．What weakened the writer’s belief in cursive
A．The popularity of block letters in recent times.
B．The younger generation’s disinterest in cursive.
C．His friends’ failure to comprehend his postcards.
D．His English friend's suggestion on postcard design.
26．Why did the writer switch to block letters for communication
A．To deliver his message clearly. B．To improve his handwriting skills.
C．To win praise from his friends. D．To show his passion for calligraphy.
27．What is the text mainly about
A．The wide use of cursive. B．The sad decline of cursive.
C．The value of preserving cursive. D．The technique of writing in cursive.
【答案】24．A 25．C 26．A 27．B
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者从小学时对自己的草书书法感到自豪，到意识到现代趋势使草书变得不那么实用和容易理解的历程。尽管作者的朋友们很欣赏草书的美丽，但看不懂他们手写的明信片，所以为了清晰起见，他决定改用印刷体。这一转变象征着一个更广泛的社会转变，从手写交流向打字交流转变，显示了传统美感与实际易读性之间的斗争。
24．细节理解题。根据第一段中“The teacher was teaching us the Palmer Penmanship Method, drilling into us the importance of forming big flowing lines when we wrote g’s and s’s as well as beautiful f’s that in my mind were like fairy tale princesses wearing fancy hats while extending their right foot.”（老师正在教我们帕尔默书法法，在我们写g和s以及美丽的f时，向我们灌输形成大而流畅的线条的重要性，在我的脑海中，f就像童话故事中的公主戴着华丽的帽子，同时伸出右脚）可知，帕尔默书法它的特点是线条大而流畅。故选A项。
25．细节理解题。根据第三段中“But recently something happened that shook my faith in cursive. To my complete disbelief, not one but two of my close friends complained about the handwriting on my postcards. They were grateful for the beautiful postcards I regularly sent, but they said they honestly couldn't read a thing I had written.”（但最近发生的一件事动摇了我对草书的信心。让我完全难以置信的是，我的两个好朋友竟然抱怨我明信片上的字迹。他们很感激我定期寄给他们的漂亮明信片，但他们说他们真的看不懂我写的东西）可知，作者朋友们无法理解他的明信片削弱了作者对草书的信念。故选C项。
26．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Looking at the postcard dispassionately, I unwillingly admit that he has a point. All the m’s and n’s run together, and the l’s look like l’s. The a’s are indistinguishable from the q’s. So, from now on, I'm taking their advice and using block letters to communicate.”（冷静地看着明信片，我不情愿地承认他说得有道理。所有的m和n连在一起，l看起来像l。a和q是无法区分的。所以，从现在开始，我接受他们的建议，用大写字母交流）可知，作者改用大写字母来交流是为了清楚地传达他的信息。故选A项。
27．主旨大意题。根据文章大意以及第二段“Now it becomes apparent that young people no longer learn cursive. They type everything, mostly on their phones. Beautiful handwriting is a thing of the past. This has become a source of great sadness among traditionalists.”（现在很明显，年轻人不再学草书了。他们用手机打字。漂亮的书法是过去的事了。这已经成为传统主义者巨大悲伤的来源）可知，文章主要讲的是草书可悲的衰落。故选B项。
C
The original Chick-fil-A location holds a special place in the company’s history. symbolizing innovation and the birth of a brand that would eventually expand to serve customers across 47 states and Washington, D．C．
Chick-fil-A, a company that has grown from a small outlet in Arlanta’s Greenbriar Mall to a fast-food giant, yet now faces the closure (关闭) of its original store. The reason behind the closure of Chick-fil-A’s original location is symbolic of the changes sweeping through retail (零售) and consumer habits. Reports indicate that the decline in foot traffic at Greenbriar Mall, attributed to the loss of customers, has made it challenging to sustain the restaurant.
This trend is reflective of a broader shift in consumer behavior, with traditional shopping malls facing declining footfalls as online shopping gains popularity.
The closure of Chick-il-A’s first location is not just about the end of a physical space. It represents the development of a brand and the bittersweet reality of growth and change.
Each business, in its journey towards success, often outgrows its origins. This transition, while a sign of progress, can also be a moment of reflection on the roots and values that laid the foundation for future achievements.
Interestingly, Chick-fil-A is not alone in this journey. Other big brands like Starbucks, Dunkin (formerly Dunkin Donuts), McDonald’s, and KFC have also followed similar paths. While some of their original locations have become museums or maintained as historic sites, others have adapted or closed in response to changing times and consumer needs.
The original Starbucks in Seattle, Dunkin’s first store in Massachusetts, and one of the earliest McDonald’s in California are examples of how these brands have preserved their heritage (遗产). In contrast, Chick-fil-A’s decision highlights the reality that not all beginnings can be physically preserved.
This narrative around Chick-fil-A’s original store closure serves as a good lesson for companies and business leaders. It’s a reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring one’s origins while supporting growth and change.
28．What does the closure of Chick-fil-A’s first location mean
A．The end of the food industry. B．The change of the food industry.
C．The beginning of a new brand. D．The innovation of store management.
29．Why are other big brands mentioned in the text
A．To prove a common occurrence. B．To reduce people’s anxiety.
C．To arouse the readers’ sympathy. D．To raise a new problem.
30．Which of the following words can best describe the writer’s tone
A．Heart-broken. B．Overjoyed. C．Indifferent. D．Bittersweet.
31．What should we do about a brand’s first location
A．Try to keep it physically forever. B．Redecorate it for further use.
C．Never forget its historical significance. D．Never care about its future.
【答案】28．B 29．A 30．D 31．C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了Chick-fil-A首家店面关闭的背后原因，表明了这一事件象征着零售和消费习惯变革的趋势。文章通过对Chick-fil-A及其他知名品牌如星巴克、麦当劳等首家店铺的命运进行对比，探讨了企业发展中的起点、成长与变迁之间的关系，提出了对企业及商业领导者的启示。
28．细节理解题。根据第二段中“The reason behind the closure of Chick-fil-A’s original location is symbolic of the changes sweeping through retail (零售) and consumer habits. Reports indicate that the decline in foot traffic at Greenbriar Mall, attributed to the loss of customers, has made it challenging to sustain the restaurant.(关闭Chick-fil-A原址背后的原因象征着零售和消费者习惯的变化。报告显示，由于顾客的流失，格林布赖尔购物中心的客流量下降，这使得餐厅难以维持下去)”可知，Chick-fil-A第一家店的关闭意味着食品行业的变化。故选B项。
29．推理判断题。根据第六段中“Interestingly, Chick-fil-A is not alone in this journey. Other big brands like Starbucks, Dunkin (formerly Dunkin Donuts), McDonald’s, and KFC have also followed similar paths. While some of their original locations have become museums or maintained as historic sites, others have adapted or closed in response to changing times and consumer needs.(有趣的是，在这一过程中，Chick-fil-A并不孤单。星巴克、唐恩都乐(Dunkin Donuts)、麦当劳和肯德基等其他大品牌也走上了类似的道路。虽然它们的一些原址已经成为博物馆或作为历史遗址保存下来，但其他一些已经适应或关闭，以响应不断变化的时代和消费者的需求)”可推知，文中提到了其他大品牌是为了证明零售和消费习惯的变革是一种普遍的现象。故选A项。
30．推理判断题。根据第四段中“The closure of Chick-il-A’s first location is not just about the end of a physical space. It represents the development of a brand and the bittersweet reality of growth and change.(Chick-il-A第一家店的关闭不仅仅是一个实体空间的终结。它代表了一个品牌的发展，以及成长和变化的喜乐参半的现实)”可推知，作者认为Chick-il-A第一家店的关闭是一件喜乐参半的事情。故选D项。
31．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“It’s a reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring one’s origins while supporting growth and change.(它提醒我们，在支持成长和改变的同时，记住和尊重自己的起源是很重要的。)”可推知，作者认为我们不能忘记一个品牌的原址的历史意义。故选C项。
D
Sleep-deprived human parents know the value of a quick nap, but it turns out Chinstrap penguins have us all beat. When nesting, these Antarctic birds take four-second-long “microsleeps,” a strategy that allows parents to keep constant watch over vulnerable eggs and chicks, all while amounting to 11 hours of total sleep a day, according to a new study.
It’s hard to sleep in a colony of nesting Chinstrap penguins. The Antarctic summer sun provides 24/7 daylight, illuminating thousands of noisy birds. And then there’s the eye-watering smell of ammonia (氨气) mixed with rotting fish and penguin wastes. “It made me dizzy,” says co-study leader Won Young Lee, a researcher at the Korea Polar Research Institute.
Like other penguins, Chinstrap parents take turns guarding the nest. While one bird protects the chicks—usually two—the partner hunts at sea. Then the penguins trade places. For two months between egg laying and fledging, it’s a series of nonstop demands.
To study how penguins manage to accomplish all this and get the necessary sleep, Lee and his team first stuck biologgers, small battery-powered devices, to the backs of 14 nesting penguins of both sexes. This device functions like a smartwatch, measuring physical activity, pulse, and the ocean depths of hunting birds. Next, the team captured each of the penguins, anesthetizing(麻醉) them to attach the devices and temporarily implant electrodes into their skull to measure brain activity. When an animal is awake, the brain constantly buzzes with activity. During sleep, however, brain waves slow down and stretch out. When Lee started reviewing the data, he was surprised to discover the birds slept in four-second intervals throughout the day and night while caring for their egg or chick.
While the data is convincing, Cirelli, a neuroscientist at the University of Wisconsin who wasn’t involved in the study, notes that the researchers only studied the penguins during nesting periods, making it impossible to tell if the birds microsleep when they’re not parenting. The other challenge is understanding how microsleep impacts the brains and bodies of the penguins. Sleep deprivation in humans causes a range of health problems, and it’s not clear whether penguins experience this, too.
Since Chinstraps sleep in slightly longer stretches while diving for food and after they return to land, Lee says that microsleep may be just a short-term coping strategy for tired moms and dads.
32．What does the underlined word “vulnerable” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A．Genuine B．Unprotected C．Stolen D．Broken
33．What contributes to the penguins’ “microsleep”
A．The extreme low temperature in the Antarctic.
B．Male penguins’ role to hunt for food for chicks.
C．Their need to be alert to possible dangers around eggs and chicks.
D．Their demands to keep nonstop sleep throughout the day and night.
34．How did the researchers collect data for the study
A．They stuck smartwatches to the back of penguins.
B．They recorded penguins’ waking and sleep duration.
C．They captured the penguins and attached devices into their nests.
D．They monitored their physical and brain activity using different devices.
35．What can be a possible title for the text
A．A short-term strategy to deal with lack of food
B．A short-term strategy to cope with extreme weather
C．A 4-second nap: penguin parents survive on “microsleeps”
D．A 4-second nap: Chinstrap penguins seek to hunt for enough food
【答案】32．B 33．C 34．D 35．C
【导语】这是一篇说明文，介绍了企鹅爸爸妈妈在孵蛋和养育幼崽的过程中，为了时刻警惕潜在的危险，保护好正在孵化的企鹅蛋或者企鹅幼崽，同时又需保证睡眠，不得不采用只持续4秒的超短时睡眠策略。
32．词义猜测题。根据第一段划线词前文“When nesting, these Antarctic birds take four-second-long “microsleeps,” a strategy that allows parents to keep constant watch over(当筑巢时，这些南极鸟类会进行4秒钟的“微睡眠”，这种策略可以让父母时刻照看它们)”可知，这种短时打盹是为了看守保护好自己脆弱的企鹅蛋或者幼鸟，它们在嘈杂混乱的环境中，有潜在的危险。划线词与unprotected意思相近。故选B。
33．细节理解题。根据第二段“It’s hard to sleep in a colony of nesting Chinstrap penguins. The Antarctic summer sun provides 24/7 daylight, illuminating thousands of noisy birds.(在一群筑巢的帽带企鹅中很难入睡。南极夏季的太阳提供了全天候的日光，照亮了成千上万嘈杂的鸟类)”及第三段“Like other penguins, Chinstrap parents take turns guarding the nest. While one bird protects the chicks—usually two—the partner hunts at sea. Then the penguins trade places.(和其他企鹅一样，帽带企鹅的父母轮流守护巢穴。当一只鸟保护雏鸟（通常是两只）时，另一半在海上捕猎。然后企鹅交换了位置)”可知，因为环境嘈杂混乱，雏鸟和鸟蛋会有潜在危险，企鹅父母不得不随时提高警惕轮流照顾企鹅蛋或幼崽。故选C。
34．推理判断题。根据第四段“To study how penguins manage to accomplish all this and get the necessary sleep, Lee and his team first stuck biologgers, small battery-powered devices, to the backs of 14 nesting penguins of both sexes. This device functions like a smartwatch, measuring physical activity, pulse, and the ocean depths of hunting birds. Next, the team captured each of the penguins, anesthetizing(麻醉) them to attach the devices and temporarily implant electrodes into their skull to measure brain activity. When an animal is awake, the brain constantly buzzes with activity.(为了研究企鹅是如何完成这一切并获得必要的睡眠的，李和他的团队首先在14只筑巢的雌雄企鹅的背上安装了生物学家，一种小型电池供电的设备。该设备的功能类似于智能手表，可以测量身体活动、脉搏和捕猎鸟类的海洋深度。接下来，研究小组捕获了每只企鹅，对它们进行麻醉，使它们附着在设备上，并将电极暂时植入它们的头骨，以测量大脑活动。当动物醒着的时候，大脑会不断地活跃)”可知，研究者使用不同的设备监测他们的身体和大脑活动收集数据。故选D。
35．主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“When nesting, these Antarctic birds take four-second-long “microsleeps,” a strategy that allows parents to keep constant watch over vulnerable eggs and chicks, all while amounting to 11 hours of total sleep a day, according to a new study.(根据一项新的研究，这些南极鸟类在筑巢时需要4秒钟的“微睡眠”，这一策略使父母能够不断地照看……的蛋和小鸟，同时每天总共睡眠11个小时)”及全文内容可知，本文介绍企鹅爸爸妈妈在孵蛋和养育幼崽的过程中，为了时刻警惕潜在的危险，保护好正在孵化的企鹅蛋或者企鹅幼崽，同时又需保证睡眠，不得不采用只持续4秒的超短时睡眠策略。C选项“小睡4秒：企鹅父母靠“微睡眠”生存”适合作为本文标题。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。
Drawing is not just about putting pencil to paper; it is a gateway to creativity, expression and imagination. Whether you are an ambitious Da Vinci or simply looking to learn a new skill, this guide is for sure your artistic roadmap to unlock the magic of drawing.
Preparation work
The first step on your drawing journey is to arm yourself with the right tools and materials. 36 Rather, use what you already have and are comfortable with, even if it is that one pencil from sixth form (六年级).
Start simple
Don’t dive straight into complex compositions. If so, you’ll feel pressured. 37 Circles, squares and triangles are the basic essential skills of more complicated drawings. A solid foundation will guarantee your smoothly tackling more challenging subjects later.
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Creating lifelike art requires not just technical skill but also a keen eye for detail and a passion for observation.
Grab your sketchbook and focus on items you encounter regularly. Everyday objects are your best teachers. 39 As you study these subjects, pay close attention to their complexity — the play of light and shadow, the precise proportions and the subtle differences that make them unique.
Learn from the greats
40 .You are supposed to visit museums, dive into art books or explore the vast online resources, including YouTube channels specializing in teaching entry-level drawing. There are countless art works out there waiting to be explored. Surrounding yourself with art can definitely ignite your passion for drawing.
Learning from other artists serves as endless inspiration and knowledge. Their works provide insight into different techniques, styles and interpretations of the world. By standing on the shoulders of artistic giants, you will find your own artistic voice to push your creative exploration forward.
A．Observation is key.
B．Drawing outside the box
C．So how can you learn from those things
D．Their craft is based on dedication and hard work.
E．Immerse yourself in the wealth of art around you.
F．You are advised just to begin with mastering simple shapes.
G．There is no need to buy a new set of quality supplies right at the very beginning.
【答案】36．G 37．F 38．A 39．C 40．E
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章是一篇介绍如何探索绘画魅力的指南。
36．根据下文“Rather, use what you already have and are comfortable with, even if it is that one pencil from sixth form (六年级). (相反，使用你已经拥有并且感觉舒服的东西，即使是六年级的一支铅笔。)”可知，空处和下文形成转折关系，说明不需要准备新的材料。G项：There is no need to buy a new set of quality supplies right at the very beginning. (没有必要一开始就购买一套新的优质耗材。)符合语境。故选G。
37．根据上文“Don’t dive straight into complex compositions. If so, you’ll feel pressured. (不要直接进入复杂的构图。如果是这样，你会感到压力。)”和下文“Circles, squares and triangles are the basic essential skills of more complicated drawings. (圆形、正方形和三角形是更复杂绘图的基本技能。)”可知，空处建议从简单的图形开始。F项中的“simple shapes”与下文的“Circles, squares and triangles”对应。F项：You are advised just to begin with mastering simple shapes. (建议你从掌握简单的形状开始。)符合语境。故选F。
38．空处为段落主题句。根据下文“Creating lifelike art requires not just technical skill but also a keen eye for detail and a passion for observation. (创造逼真的艺术不仅需要技术技能，还需要对细节的敏锐眼光和对观察的热情。)”可知，本段的关键词是“observation”。A项：Observation is key. (观察是关键。)符合语境。故选A。
39．根据上文“Grab your sketchbook and focus on items you encounter regularly. Everyday objects are your best teachers. (拿起你的速写本，专注于你经常遇到的项目。日常用品是你最好的老师。)”和下文“As you study these subjects, pay close attention to their complexity—the play of light and shadow, the precise proportions and the subtle differences that make them unique. (当你研究这些主题时，要密切关注它们的复杂性——光影的作用、精确的比例和使它们独一无二的细微差异。)”可知，下文提到了具体的方法，空处应该提出问题如何从这些东西中学习，上文中的“items you encounter regularly”和C项中的“those things”对应。C项：So how can you learn from those things (那么你如何从这些东西中学习呢？)符合语境。故选C。
40．根据下文“You are supposed to visit museums, dive into art books or explore the vast online resources, including YouTube channels specializing in teaching entry-level drawing. (你应该参观博物馆，钻研艺术书籍或探索大量的在线资源，包括专门教授入门级绘画的YouTube频道。)”可知，本段主要讲述要创造条件，让自己沉浸在艺术氛围中。E项：Immerse yourself in the wealth of art around you. (让自己沉浸在身边丰富的艺术中。)符合语境。故选E。
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。
I grew up in a small North Dakota town. Dad was a farmer, so we kids were taught 41 to drive farm vehicles. I started driving the tractor (拖拉机) at age 15 .
One summer day, Dad asked me to back his truck up. 42 , I backed it into a tree, damaging the truck. I was 43 because I wasn’t sure how Dad would react. Luckily, Dad wasn’t 44 , and moved the truck himself.
As a teenager, I usually worked part-time on Uncle Jim’s farm in my 45 time. One day, I drove the tractor to get gas from the farmyard fuel tank, which was 46 on a big metal shelf 12 feet high. I 47 the shelf, bending one of the vehicle’s wooden bars. I stopped the vehicle anxiously and got off. I 48 Uncle Jim would help me. To my 49 , he said, “Get back up on that tractor and you can do it.” And I did! During harvest, Jim had me do farming chores with that tractor, which made my confidence 50 greatly.
The “can do” 51 Uncle Jim had toward me carried me through 52 times in life. Whenever I encountered difficulties, the 53 on the summer day on the farm came flooding back to my mind and my spirit wasn’t 54 ! It just goes to show what a huge impact can be created by small gestures of 55 in a person.
41．A．early B．hard C．recently D．fast
42．A．Frankly B．Skillfully C．Intentionally D．Unfortunately
43．A．curious B．scared C．embarrassed D．hesitant
44．A．mad B．pleased C．worried D．proud
45．A．entire B．quality C．spare D．limited
46．A．emptied B．operated C．placed D．transformed
47．A．built up B．ran into C．tore down D．passed by
48．A．claimed B．doubted C．worried D．assumed
49．A．disappointment B．surprise C．fright D．satisfaction
50．A．decline B．suffer C．grow D．change
51．A．admiration B．judgment C．affection D．attitude
52．A．tough B．confusing C．relaxing D．valuable
53．A．comment B．expectation C．reflection D．plan
54．A．broken B．recognized C．refreshed D．raised
55．A．justice B．belief C．interest D．courage
【答案】
41．A 42．D 43．B 44．A 45．C 46．C 47．B 48．D 49．B 50．C 51．D 52．A 53．C 54．A 55．B
【导语】本文是记叙文。文章讲述了作者在成长过程中，在父亲和叔叔吉姆的鼓励和帮助下，克服驾驶农用车辆时遇到的困难和挑战，从而增强了自信心。文章表达了积极面对困难、勇于尝试的主题，并强调了他人鼓励和支持对个人成长的重要影响。
41．考查副词词义辨析。句意：爸爸是个农民，所以我们这些孩子很早就学会了驾驶农用车。A. early早；B. hard严重地；C. recently最近；D. fast快。根据上文“Dad was a farmer(父亲是个农民)”以及下文“I started driving the tractor (拖拉机) at age 15(我在15岁就开始驾驶拖拉机)”可知，作者很早就学会驾驶农用车，故选A项。
42．考查副词词义辨析。句意：不幸的是，我倒车时撞上了一棵树，把卡车撞坏了。A. Frankly直率地；B. Skillfully熟练地；C. Intentionally故意地；D. Unfortunately不幸地。根据下文“I backed it into a tree, damaging the truck(我倒车时撞上了一棵树，把卡车撞坏了)”可知此处说的是一件不幸的事情，故选D项。
43．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我很害怕，因为我不知道爸爸会有什么反应。A. curious好奇的；B. scared害怕的；C. embarrassed局促不安的；D. hesitant犹豫的。根据下文“I wasn’t sure how Dad would react(我不知道爸爸会有什么反应)”可知，作者不确定爸爸对自己撞坏了车这件事是什么反应，感到害怕，故选B项。
44．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：幸运的是，爸爸没有生气，他自己把卡车开走了。A. mad愤怒的；B. pleased高兴的；C. worried困恼的；D. proud自豪的。根据上文“I wasn’t sure how Dad would react(我不知道爸爸会有什么反应)”以及“Luckily(幸运的是)”可知，作者原本担心父亲生气，幸运的是父亲没有生气，故选A项。
45．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：十几岁的时候，我经常利用业余时间在吉姆叔叔的农场做兼职。A. entire全部的；B. quality优质的；C. spare空闲的；D. limited有限的。根据上文“As a teenager, I usually worked part-time on Uncle Jim's farm(十几岁的时候，我经常在吉姆叔叔的农场做兼职)”可知，十几岁不是做农活的年龄，所以作者做兼职只能是在空闲时间，故选C项。
46．考查动词词义辨析。句意：有一天，我开着拖拉机去农场的油箱加油，油箱放在一个12英尺高的大金属架上。A. emptied清空；B. operated操作；C. placed放；D. transformed改变。根据下文“on a big metal shelf 12 feet high(在一个12英尺高的大金属架上)”可知，油箱放在一个12英尺高的大金属架上，故选C项。
47．考查动词短语辨析。句意：我不小心撞上了架子，弄弯了拖拉机的一根木杆。A. built up逐步建立；B. ran into撞上；C. tore down拆除；D. passed by路过。根据下文“the shelf, bending one of the vehicle’s wooden bars(……架子，弄弯了拖拉机的一根木杆)”可推理出作者不小心撞上了架子，故选B项。
48．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我以为吉姆叔叔会帮我。A. claimed声称；B. doubted怀疑；C. worried担忧；D. assumed认为。根据下文“Uncle Jim would help me(吉姆叔叔会帮我)”可知，下文说的是作者自认为吉姆叔叔会提供帮助，故选D项。
49．考查名词词义辨析。句意：令我惊讶的是，他说：“回到那辆拖拉机上，你能做到的。”A. disappointment失望；B. surprise惊奇；C. fright害怕；D. satisfaction满足。根据下文“To my surprise, he said, “Get back up on that tractor and you can do it.” And I did!( 令我惊讶的是，他说：“回到那辆拖拉机上，你能做到的。”然后我真的做到了！)”可知，吉姆叔叔没有帮助作者，而是认为作者能做好，这使作者感到惊奇，故选B项。
50．考查动词词义辨析。句意：在收获季节，吉姆让我用那辆拖拉机做农活，这大大增强了我的信心。A. decline减少；B. suffer忍受；C. grow增加；D. change变化。根据上文“To my surprise, he said, “Get back up on that tractor and you can do it.” And I did!( 令我惊讶的是，他说：“回到那辆拖拉机上，你能做到的。”然后我真的做到了！)”以及“During harvest, Jim had me do farming chores with that tractor, which made my confidence … greatly(在收获季节，吉姆让我用那辆拖拉机做农活，这大大……了我的信心)”可知，吉姆叔叔认为作者能做好，而且作者也确实做好了，在收获期间，吉姆让作者使用拖拉机来完成农活，这个过程显著地增加了作者的信心，故选C项。
51．考查名词词义辨析。句意：吉姆叔叔对我的“能行”态度使我在人生中的艰难时刻得以度过。A. admiration赞赏；B. judgment判断；C. affection喜爱；D. attitude态度。根据上文“The “can do”(能行)”可知上文说的是吉姆对作者的能把事情做好的态度，故选D项。
52．考查形容词词义辨析。句意同上。A. tough艰难的；B. confusing难以理解的；C. relaxing愉快的；D. valuable有价值的。根据下文“Whenever I encountered difficulties(每当我遇见困难的时候)”可知，是生活中的困难时刻，故选A项。
53．考查名词词义辨析。句意：每当我遇到困难时，我都会回想起那个农场上的夏日，我的精神就不会被打败！A. comment评论；B. expectation期待；C. reflection回忆；D. plan计划。根据下文“on the summer day on the farm(那个农场上的夏日)”可知，是对过去的回忆，故选C项。
54．考查动词词义辨析。句意同上。A. broken破坏；B. recognized公认；C. refreshed使……神清气爽；D. raised提高。根据上文“on the summer day on the farm came flooding back to my mind(回想起那个农场上的夏日)”可知，农场上的那个夏日，作者在吉姆的鼓励之下完成了任务，信心大增，现在回想起那个夏日，作者的精神应该是受到鼓舞，不会被打败（破坏）。故选A项。
55．考查名词词义辨析。句意：这恰恰说明了，一个人小小的信任姿态能产生多大的影响。A. justice正义；B. belief信任；C. interest兴趣；D. courage勇气。根据上文“ Get back up on that tractor and you can do it.”可知，此处指一个小小的信任能对人产生很大的影响，故选B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。
Trends popular among the youth such as “China chic” and the growing influence of young consumers have driven the development of Hanfu industry in recent years. Among the various 56 (style), the horse face skirt has emerged as the most popular item.
57 (combine) classical elegance with modern simplicity, the horse face skirt is said to perfectly suit the contemporary culture and lifestyle of young people, making 58 a fashion icon (标志). This trend has gained popularity in Luoyang city, Central China’s Henan province, 59 numerous performers recently showcased these beautiful skirts in their acts, with many visitors alike 60 (dress) in the elegant horse face skirts. In Caoxian county of Shandong province, one of the country’s Hanfu production and sales centers, the sales 61 the horse face skirts during last Spring Festival holiday 62 (increase) dozens of times compared to usual volumes. Actually, the skirt has become a very popular 63 (choose) for gifts.
The current popularity of Hanfu in the country is believed 64 (indicate) more than a fashion trend; it 65 (represent) a deeper connection to Chinese tradition and cultural identity.
【答案】
56．styles 57．Combining 58．it 59．where 60．dressed 61．of 62．increased 63．choice 64．to indicate 65．represents
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国汉服马面裙在年轻人中很受欢迎的现象。
56．考查名词的数。句意：在各种款式中，马面裙已成为最受欢迎的单品。根据上文various可知style应用复数形式。故填styles。
57．考查非谓语动词。句意：马面裙结合了古典的优雅和现代的简约，据说它非常适合当代年轻人的文化和生活方式，使其成为时尚偶像。分析句子结构可知combine与逻辑主语the horse face skirt构成主动关系，故用现在分词作状语，首字母大写。故填Combining。
58．考查代词。句意：马面裙结合了古典的优雅和现代的简约，据说它非常适合当代年轻人的文化和生活方式，使其成为时尚偶像。此处指代上文the horse face skirt，应用代词it。故填it。
59．考查定语从句。句意：这一潮流在中国中部河南省洛阳市流行起来，最近许多表演者在表演中展示了这种美丽的裙子，许多游客都穿着优雅的马面裙。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词Luoyang city，关系词在从句作地点状语，故填where。
60．考查非谓语动词。句意：这一潮流在中国中部河南省洛阳市流行起来，最近许多表演者在表演中展示了这种美丽的裙子，许多游客都穿着优雅的马面裙。短语be dressed in表示“穿着”，此处过去分词作宾补。故填dressed。
61．考查介词。句意：在全国汉服生产和销售中心之一的山东省曹县，去年春节期间马面裙的销量比平时增长了几十倍。此处sales与the horse face skirts构成所属关系，应用介词of。故填of。
62．考查时态。句意：在全国汉服生产和销售中心之一的山东省曹县，去年春节期间马面裙的销量比平时增长了几十倍。根据上文during last Spring Festival holiday可知为一般过去时。故填increased。
63．考查名词。句意：事实上，这种裙子已经成为一种非常流行的礼物选择。作表语，根据上文不定冠词，故用单数名词choice。故填choice。
64．考查非谓语动词。句意：汉服在中国的流行被认为不仅仅是一种时尚趋势；它代表了与中国传统和文化认同的更深层次的联系。此处为短语be believed to do sth.表示“被认为……”。故填to indicate。
65．考查时态。句意：汉服在中国的流行被认为不仅仅是一种时尚趋势；它代表了与中国传统和文化认同的更深层次的联系。陈述事实用一般现在时，主语为it，谓语用三单形式。故填represents。
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是学生会主席李华，你校将举行“英语经典”阅读交流会，请你以学生会的名义写一则通知刊登在校英文报上。内容包括：
1.时间和地点；
2.活动目的和内容。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Notice
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Students’ Union
【答案】Notice
In order to enhance students’ interest and reading ability in English reading, our school will hold an “English Classics” reading sharing meeting in the school lecture hall next Friday.
At the meeting, firstly, three students will introduce their reading experiences, followed by renowned writers providing guidance on reading and creation, and finally a discussion and interaction session. You will definitely experience how classic English reading not only expands our English vocabulary, but also influences us with authentic English culture.
All students are welcome to participate at that time, and you will definitely have unexpected gains.
The Students’ Union
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给校英文报写一则通知介绍学校将举行的“英语经典”阅读交流会。
【详解】1.词汇积累
为了：in order to→ so as to
提高：enhance→ improve
首先：firstly→ first of all
提供：provide→ offer
参加：participate→ attend
2.句式拓展
主动语态变为被动语态
原句：In order to enhance students’ interest and reading ability in English reading, our school will hold an “English Classics” reading sharing meeting in the school lecture hall next Friday.
拓展句：In order to enhance students’ interest and reading ability in English reading, an “English Classics” reading sharing meeting will be held in the school lecture hall next Friday.
【点睛】【高分句型1】At the meeting, firstly, three students will introduce their reading experiences, followed by renowned writers providing guidance on reading and creation, and finally a discussion and interaction session.（运用了过去分词作状语）
【高分句型2】You will definitely experience how classic English reading not only expands our English vocabulary, but also influences us with authentic English culture.（运用了how引导的宾语从句以及not only…but also…）
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
注意：续写词数应为150字左右。
We had moved to a new town for my husband’s work. After living here for just a couple of weeks, I was more than ready to pick up my luggage and move back home. I was lonely for a friend. My boy Samuel was lonely. My husband, Lonny, adapted just fine, but he was occupied with work most of the time.
I missed our old neighborhood. It had been like a closely knitted community where neighbors chatted over fences. Newcomers were welcomed with chocolate brownies (巧克力蛋糕) and carrot bread. It had been easy to find friends there.
Our new community was different. It seemed that family roots grew deep. Deep as the Mississippi River that flowed past this tiny river town. Breaking in was tough.
“I’m so alone here,” I said to Lonny one evening. Lonny is a good listener, and a problem solver. “What have you done to meet people ” he asked. “I go to the park every day. I even dropped by a book salon (读书沙龙) at the library the other day and came across a nice lady with a boy.”
“Sounds not bad,” he said. “Did you talk to her ” The answer was no. It wasn’t that people here were unkind. I just didn’t feel like initiating conversations, and I preferred minding my own business in a new environment.
A few more months passed and winter settled in. It was harder than ever to meet people. I began to feel bitter. I was tired of trying to fit in a place where we didn’t belong.
Lonny noticed my low spirits. “Amy, you look unapproachable, with your arms crossed and everything,” he whispered in my ear one afternoon. He and I were sitting in the yard. Samuel, our five-year-old was playing baseball next to us.
“It doesn’t matter. I’m not going to have friends here.” Just then Samuel looked up. He must’ve heard our whispers. “Mom’s right, Dad. We’ll never ever have friends here. And we just want to go back to our old home.” I sat there and looked at my tiny innocent son. His words mirrored my attitude. And I didn’t like the disturbing reflection.
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。
That’s when I knew that I needed an adjustment.
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One afternoon, Samuel and I ran into the lady with her boy again at the library.
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【答案】
That’s when I knew that I needed an adjustment. I didn’t want my boy to grow into a bitter kid. Over the next few weeks, I worked very hard to fit in. I greeted everyone with a friendly nod, arms uncrossed with a genuine smile. I struck up conversations with acquaintances at the park. I even baked chocolate brownies and offered them as a nice gesture to our neighbors. Most importantly, I stopped talking about moving back home and drew my son’s attention to the upsides of our new community. To my delight, Samuel also started to feel a bit more at home and included.
One afternoon, Samuel and I ran into the lady with her boy again at the library. I gathered my courage and walked closer. “Hi, I’m Amy. This is Samuel. Can we join you guys ” I made sure that I looked approachable. The woman readily pulled up two chairs for us. It turned out we had a whole lot in common. Following that encounter, we visited each other’s home a million times. Before long, my family gradually found our way to be part of this river town. One day Lonny and I were sitting in our yard again, preparing for a barbecue party. “Darling, you still wanna go back home ” Before I uttered a single word, Samuel cut in, “No, Dad. This is our home now.”
【导语】本文以时间为线索展开，主要描述了作者一家搬到新城镇后的适应过程。作者因为缺乏朋友而感到孤独，儿子Samuel也很孤独，而丈夫Lonny适应的不错，但他常忙于工作。作者对新社区的观感不佳，觉得难以融入，因而情绪低落。尽管Lonny试图安慰她，但她内心厌倦了试图融入一个不容纳自己的地方。最后，在Samuel的一句天真的话语中，她看到了自己的影子，意识到自己需要改变态度，接纳新环境。
【详解】1. 段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“那时我知道我需要调整一下”可知，第一段可描写作者做出改变，对新环境中的人们展示自己的友好，以及儿子也因此受到影响，不再那么不自在。
②由第二段首句内容“一天下午，Samuel和我在图书馆又碰到了那位女士和她的儿子”可知，第二段可描写作者主动和他们交流，两家人开始往来，以及作者和儿子逐渐融入新环境，不再想着回到原来的家。
2. 续写线索：意识到需要调整——展示友好——情况好转——碰见那位女士和她的儿子——主动交流——融入新环境
3. 词汇激活
行为类
①融入：fit in/blend in
②打招呼：greet/address
③谈论：talk about/discuss/speak about
④拜访：visit/pay a visit to
情绪类
①充满怨恨的：bitter/resentful
②高兴：delight/ joy/happiness
【点睛】[高分句型1] I greeted everyone with a friendly nod, arms uncrossed with a genuine smile. (独立主格结构作状语)
[高分句型2] I made sure that I looked approachable. (that引导宾语从句)（新高考专用）10-2024年高考英语考前必练10套卷
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑;如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上;如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案;不准使用铅笔和涂改液，不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁：考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第二部分 阅读(共两节, 满分50分)
第一节(共15小题:每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Costa Rica is home to everything from steamy rainforests and misty cloud forests. And there’s enough action to satisfy the most demanding thrill-seeker. Below, we look at the places you won’t want to miss.
La Fortuna
You can get up close to its lava-covered lower slopes by taking the Las Coladas trail, one of several unforgettable hikes around Volcán Arenal National Park, about 7km west of La Fortuna.
Around 7km east of La Fortuna, there’s horseback riding, mountain biking, along with kayaking on Lake Arenal. The region’s natural hot springs make the perfect place to ease weary muscles.
Monteverde
Monteverde’s mist-wreathed cloud forest reserves sit high on the country’s mountainous spine. It’s one of the world’s biodiversity hot spots, with a shocking diversity of plants and animals.
For a bird’s eye view of the forest, take a thrilling ride on a zipline(滑索), skimming the canopy at high speed—Sky Trek Monteverde has an automatic braking system, useful for kids and anxious adults.
The Nicoya Peninsula
Famed for its postcard-perfect beaches and sweet Pacific swells, Nicoya has something for wave riders of all levels. There’s wildlife too: Grande Beach is a nesting site for leatherback turtles from October to March.
Further south, the remote, jungle-backed town of Santa Teresa is now a hip hangout with cool cafes, sushi restaurants and designer boutiques.
21．Who are the targeted readers
A．Scientists. B．Travelers. C．Researchers. D．Guides.
22．What can people enjoy in both La Fortuna and Monteverde
A．Outdoor activities. B．Local snacks. C．Wildlife watching. D．Volcano views.
23．Where can you seek thrill in water
A．La Fortuna and Monteverde. B．La Fortuna and The Nicoya Peninsula.
C．The Nicoya Peninsula and Monteverde. D．Santa Teresa and Volcán Arenal National Park.
B
I have always been proud of my handwriting, a skill I was taught in grade school. The teacher was teaching us the Palmer Penmanship Method, drilling into us the importance of forming big flowing lines when we wrote g’s and s’s as well as beautiful f’s that in my mind were like fairy tale princesses wearing fancy hats while extending their right foot. We were strictly prohibited from using block letters on our homework, as they lack the beauty.
Now it becomes apparent that young people no longer learn cursive(草书). They type everything, mostly on their phones. Beautiful handwriting is a thing of the past. This has become a source of great sadness among traditionalists.
But recently something happened that shook my faith in cursive. To my complete disbelief, not one but two of my close friends complained about the handwriting on my postcards. They were grateful for the beautiful postcards I regularly sent, but they said they honestly couldn't read a thing I had written. One friend went so far as to ask if I could use block letters next time so that she could understand what I was writing.
Initially, I was angry. I had made the effort to cover an entire postcard with what I viewed as not just handwriting but calligraphy. But then I showed an English friend a postcard I'd just written, and he said that the only thing that was readily understandable was the letters “U. S. A．” The rest of it, he politely suggested, looked like “chicken scrawl”.
Looking at the postcard dispassionately, I unwillingly admit that he has a point. All the m’s and n’s run together, and the l’s look like l’s. The a’s are indistinguishable from the q’s. So, from now on, I'm taking their advice and using block letters to communicate.
In fact, I just now sent an old friend a postcard. But this time, I simply wrote—in big block letters:
DEAR ALICE:
HI.
JOE.
I hope she gets the message.
24．What do we know about the Palmer Penmanship Method
A．It is characterized by big flowing lines. B．It is rarely appreciated by traditionalists.
C．It was not allowed in students' homework. D．It is viewed as a trend in handwriting styles.
25．What weakened the writer’s belief in cursive
A．The popularity of block letters in recent times.
B．The younger generation’s disinterest in cursive.
C．His friends’ failure to comprehend his postcards.
D．His English friend's suggestion on postcard design.
26．Why did the writer switch to block letters for communication
A．To deliver his message clearly. B．To improve his handwriting skills.
C．To win praise from his friends. D．To show his passion for calligraphy.
27．What is the text mainly about
A．The wide use of cursive. B．The sad decline of cursive.
C．The value of preserving cursive. D．The technique of writing in cursive.
C
The original Chick-fil-A location holds a special place in the company’s history. symbolizing innovation and the birth of a brand that would eventually expand to serve customers across 47 states and Washington, D．C．
Chick-fil-A, a company that has grown from a small outlet in Arlanta’s Greenbriar Mall to a fast-food giant, yet now faces the closure (关闭) of its original store. The reason behind the closure of Chick-fil-A’s original location is symbolic of the changes sweeping through retail (零售) and consumer habits. Reports indicate that the decline in foot traffic at Greenbriar Mall, attributed to the loss of customers, has made it challenging to sustain the restaurant.
This trend is reflective of a broader shift in consumer behavior, with traditional shopping malls facing declining footfalls as online shopping gains popularity.
The closure of Chick-il-A’s first location is not just about the end of a physical space. It represents the development of a brand and the bittersweet reality of growth and change.
Each business, in its journey towards success, often outgrows its origins. This transition, while a sign of progress, can also be a moment of reflection on the roots and values that laid the foundation for future achievements.
Interestingly, Chick-fil-A is not alone in this journey. Other big brands like Starbucks, Dunkin (formerly Dunkin Donuts), McDonald’s, and KFC have also followed similar paths. While some of their original locations have become museums or maintained as historic sites, others have adapted or closed in response to changing times and consumer needs.
The original Starbucks in Seattle, Dunkin’s first store in Massachusetts, and one of the earliest McDonald’s in California are examples of how these brands have preserved their heritage (遗产). In contrast, Chick-fil-A’s decision highlights the reality that not all beginnings can be physically preserved.
This narrative around Chick-fil-A’s original store closure serves as a good lesson for companies and business leaders. It’s a reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring one’s origins while supporting growth and change.
28．What does the closure of Chick-fil-A’s first location mean
A．The end of the food industry. B．The change of the food industry.
C．The beginning of a new brand. D．The innovation of store management.
29．Why are other big brands mentioned in the text
A．To prove a common occurrence. B．To reduce people’s anxiety.
C．To arouse the readers’ sympathy. D．To raise a new problem.
30．Which of the following words can best describe the writer’s tone
A．Heart-broken. B．Overjoyed. C．Indifferent. D．Bittersweet.
31．What should we do about a brand’s first location
A．Try to keep it physically forever. B．Redecorate it for further use.
C．Never forget its historical significance. D．Never care about its future.
D
Sleep-deprived human parents know the value of a quick nap, but it turns out Chinstrap penguins have us all beat. When nesting, these Antarctic birds take four-second-long “microsleeps,” a strategy that allows parents to keep constant watch over vulnerable eggs and chicks, all while amounting to 11 hours of total sleep a day, according to a new study.
It’s hard to sleep in a colony of nesting Chinstrap penguins. The Antarctic summer sun provides 24/7 daylight, illuminating thousands of noisy birds. And then there’s the eye-watering smell of ammonia (氨气) mixed with rotting fish and penguin wastes. “It made me dizzy,” says co-study leader Won Young Lee, a researcher at the Korea Polar Research Institute.
Like other penguins, Chinstrap parents take turns guarding the nest. While one bird protects the chicks—usually two—the partner hunts at sea. Then the penguins trade places. For two months between egg laying and fledging, it’s a series of nonstop demands.
To study how penguins manage to accomplish all this and get the necessary sleep, Lee and his team first stuck biologgers, small battery-powered devices, to the backs of 14 nesting penguins of both sexes. This device functions like a smartwatch, measuring physical activity, pulse, and the ocean depths of hunting birds. Next, the team captured each of the penguins, anesthetizing(麻醉) them to attach the devices and temporarily implant electrodes into their skull to measure brain activity. When an animal is awake, the brain constantly buzzes with activity. During sleep, however, brain waves slow down and stretch out. When Lee started reviewing the data, he was surprised to discover the birds slept in four-second intervals throughout the day and night while caring for their egg or chick.
While the data is convincing, Cirelli, a neuroscientist at the University of Wisconsin who wasn’t involved in the study, notes that the researchers only studied the penguins during nesting periods, making it impossible to tell if the birds microsleep when they’re not parenting. The other challenge is understanding how microsleep impacts the brains and bodies of the penguins. Sleep deprivation in humans causes a range of health problems, and it’s not clear whether penguins experience this, too.
Since Chinstraps sleep in slightly longer stretches while diving for food and after they return to land, Lee says that microsleep may be just a short-term coping strategy for tired moms and dads.
32．What does the underlined word “vulnerable” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A．Genuine B．Unprotected C．Stolen D．Broken
33．What contributes to the penguins’ “microsleep”
A．The extreme low temperature in the Antarctic.
B．Male penguins’ role to hunt for food for chicks.
C．Their need to be alert to possible dangers around eggs and chicks.
D．Their demands to keep nonstop sleep throughout the day and night.
34．How did the researchers collect data for the study
A．They stuck smartwatches to the back of penguins.
B．They recorded penguins’ waking and sleep duration.
C．They captured the penguins and attached devices into their nests.
D．They monitored their physical and brain activity using different devices.
35．What can be a possible title for the text
A．A short-term strategy to deal with lack of food
B．A short-term strategy to cope with extreme weather
C．A 4-second nap: penguin parents survive on “microsleeps”
D．A 4-second nap: Chinstrap penguins seek to hunt for enough food
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。
Drawing is not just about putting pencil to paper; it is a gateway to creativity, expression and imagination. Whether you are an ambitious Da Vinci or simply looking to learn a new skill, this guide is for sure your artistic roadmap to unlock the magic of drawing.
Preparation work
The first step on your drawing journey is to arm yourself with the right tools and materials. 36 Rather, use what you already have and are comfortable with, even if it is that one pencil from sixth form (六年级).
Start simple
Don’t dive straight into complex compositions. If so, you’ll feel pressured. 37 Circles, squares and triangles are the basic essential skills of more complicated drawings. A solid foundation will guarantee your smoothly tackling more challenging subjects later.
38
Creating lifelike art requires not just technical skill but also a keen eye for detail and a passion for observation.
Grab your sketchbook and focus on items you encounter regularly. Everyday objects are your best teachers. 39 As you study these subjects, pay close attention to their complexity — the play of light and shadow, the precise proportions and the subtle differences that make them unique.
Learn from the greats
40 .You are supposed to visit museums, dive into art books or explore the vast online resources, including YouTube channels specializing in teaching entry-level drawing. There are countless art works out there waiting to be explored. Surrounding yourself with art can definitely ignite your passion for drawing.
Learning from other artists serves as endless inspiration and knowledge. Their works provide insight into different techniques, styles and interpretations of the world. By standing on the shoulders of artistic giants, you will find your own artistic voice to push your creative exploration forward.
A．Observation is key.
B．Drawing outside the box
C．So how can you learn from those things
D．Their craft is based on dedication and hard work.
E．Immerse yourself in the wealth of art around you.
F．You are advised just to begin with mastering simple shapes.
G．There is no need to buy a new set of quality supplies right at the very beginning.
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。
I grew up in a small North Dakota town. Dad was a farmer, so we kids were taught 41 to drive farm vehicles. I started driving the tractor (拖拉机) at age 15 .
One summer day, Dad asked me to back his truck up. 42 , I backed it into a tree, damaging the truck. I was 43 because I wasn’t sure how Dad would react. Luckily, Dad wasn’t 44 , and moved the truck himself.
As a teenager, I usually worked part-time on Uncle Jim’s farm in my 45 time. One day, I drove the tractor to get gas from the farmyard fuel tank, which was 46 on a big metal shelf 12 feet high. I 47 the shelf, bending one of the vehicle’s wooden bars. I stopped the vehicle anxiously and got off. I 48 Uncle Jim would help me. To my 49 , he said, “Get back up on that tractor and you can do it.” And I did! During harvest, Jim had me do farming chores with that tractor, which made my confidence 50 greatly.
The “can do” 51 Uncle Jim had toward me carried me through 52 times in life. Whenever I encountered difficulties, the 53 on the summer day on the farm came flooding back to my mind and my spirit wasn’t 54 ! It just goes to show what a huge impact can be created by small gestures of 55 in a person.
41．A．early B．hard C．recently D．fast
42．A．Frankly B．Skillfully C．Intentionally D．Unfortunately
43．A．curious B．scared C．embarrassed D．hesitant
44．A．mad B．pleased C．worried D．proud
45．A．entire B．quality C．spare D．limited
46．A．emptied B．operated C．placed D．transformed
47．A．built up B．ran into C．tore down D．passed by
48．A．claimed B．doubted C．worried D．assumed
49．A．disappointment B．surprise C．fright D．satisfaction
50．A．decline B．suffer C．grow D．change
51．A．admiration B．judgment C．affection D．attitude
52．A．tough B．confusing C．relaxing D．valuable
53．A．comment B．expectation C．reflection D．plan
54．A．broken B．recognized C．refreshed D．raised
55．A．justice B．belief C．interest D．courage
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。
Trends popular among the youth such as “China chic” and the growing influence of young consumers have driven the development of Hanfu industry in recent years. Among the various 56 (style), the horse face skirt has emerged as the most popular item.
57 (combine) classical elegance with modern simplicity, the horse face skirt is said to perfectly suit the contemporary culture and lifestyle of young people, making 58 a fashion icon (标志). This trend has gained popularity in Luoyang city, Central China’s Henan province, 59 numerous performers recently showcased these beautiful skirts in their acts, with many visitors alike 60 (dress) in the elegant horse face skirts. In Caoxian county of Shandong province, one of the country’s Hanfu production and sales centers, the sales 61 the horse face skirts during last Spring Festival holiday 62 (increase) dozens of times compared to usual volumes. Actually, the skirt has become a very popular 63 (choose) for gifts.
The current popularity of Hanfu in the country is believed 64 (indicate) more than a fashion trend; it 65 (represent) a deeper connection to Chinese tradition and cultural identity.
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是学生会主席李华，你校将举行“英语经典”阅读交流会，请你以学生会的名义写一则通知刊登在校英文报上。内容包括：
1.时间和地点；
2.活动目的和内容。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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The Students’ Union
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
注意：续写词数应为150字左右。
We had moved to a new town for my husband’s work. After living here for just a couple of weeks, I was more than ready to pick up my luggage and move back home. I was lonely for a friend. My boy Samuel was lonely. My husband, Lonny, adapted just fine, but he was occupied with work most of the time.
I missed our old neighborhood. It had been like a closely knitted community where neighbors chatted over fences. Newcomers were welcomed with chocolate brownies (巧克力蛋糕) and carrot bread. It had been easy to find friends there.
Our new community was different. It seemed that family roots grew deep. Deep as the Mississippi River that flowed past this tiny river town. Breaking in was tough.
“I’m so alone here,” I said to Lonny one evening. Lonny is a good listener, and a problem solver. “What have you done to meet people ” he asked. “I go to the park every day. I even dropped by a book salon (读书沙龙) at the library the other day and came across a nice lady with a boy.”
“Sounds not bad,” he said. “Did you talk to her ” The answer was no. It wasn’t that people here were unkind. I just didn’t feel like initiating conversations, and I preferred minding my own business in a new environment.
A few more months passed and winter settled in. It was harder than ever to meet people. I began to feel bitter. I was tired of trying to fit in a place where we didn’t belong.
Lonny noticed my low spirits. “Amy, you look unapproachable, with your arms crossed and everything,” he whispered in my ear one afternoon. He and I were sitting in the yard. Samuel, our five-year-old was playing baseball next to us.
“It doesn’t matter. I’m not going to have friends here.” Just then Samuel looked up. He must’ve heard our whispers. “Mom’s right, Dad. We’ll never ever have friends here. And we just want to go back to our old home.” I sat there and looked at my tiny innocent son. His words mirrored my attitude. And I didn’t like the disturbing reflection.
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。
That’s when I knew that I needed an adjustment.
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One afternoon, Samuel and I ran into the lady with her boy again at the library.
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