2024届天津市实验中学高三下学期高考热身练英语试题（含解析）
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2024届高三年级 热身训练 英语学科 试卷
命题人：高三备课组 审核人：高三备课组
I. 单项选择
1. —I'm travelling to Canada this weekend. Would you tell me about your experiences there
—____________. Let's chat about it over there.
A. It's up to you B. Forget it C. My pleasure D. By all means
2. A study shows the students who are engaged in after-school activities are happier than ___________who are not.
A. ones B. those C. that D. them
3. The victims of the earthquake are in ___________need of help. We should do something for them immediately.
A. abnormal B. anxious C. desperate D. aggressive
4. For many years, more than one generation of schoolchildren ___________by his bravery and his scientific approach to looking for the truth.
A. have been amazed B. has been amazed C. was amazed D. were amazed
5. ___________my head had cleared, my brain was beginning to function much better.
A. Now that B. Although C. Due to D. Despite
6. ___________others to believe in themselves, Stephen Curry is living proof that ___________other people think of you does not have to influence what you become.
A. Inspiring; how B. Inspired; what C. Inspiring; what D. Inspired; that
7. We cannot get a clear picture about the whole thing because some important information has been ___________in the news report.
A. dropped out B. turn out C. left out D. put out
8. He sought no fame and shunned the spotlight, returning to China with great ___________.
A. integrity B. assumption C. innovation D. resolution
9. If you know first aid methods, you can be calmer and more helpful ___________emergency.
A. in spite of B. in case of C. on account of D. on the basis of
10. Although Rio knew little about marketing, he succeeded ___________other more well-informed managers failed.
A. as B. unless C. what D. where
11. The local health organization is reported ___________twenty-five years ago when Dr. Audubon became its first president
A. to be set up B. being set up C. to have been set up D. having been set up
12. I ___________to give you just a surprise quiz but on second thought I chose to let you reflect on your exercises.
A. had intended B. has intended C. intended D. has been intended
13. After 1975, the number of large sharks around America fell quickly and soon fell around the world, ___________was not only due to fear of sharks, but also finning.
A. what B. when C. that D. which
14. Waking up suddenly ___________ lead to rapid heartrate and high blood pressure.
A. must B. would C. can D. shall
15. —I have picked up my courage to compete in the upcoming Marathon on Oct, 15th. But I'm afraid I won't complete the course.
—___________. You never know until you try.
A. Enjoy yourself. B. Go for it. C. Do as you like. D. Take your time.
Ⅱ. 完型填空
My life as an exchange student finally began! It was only a short 20-minute drive from the airport to Queensland University of Technology (QUT), but I 16 it a lot. My driver was very 17 and told me a lot about Australian culture along the way.
Before 18 home, I had a fair idea of what my 19 would be like. When O-Week at QUT finally happened, I felt that my life here really lived up to my first 20 .
The week-long event not only 21 me to engage in different clubs and societies, it also gave me a chance to 22 QUT's campus.
I loved the 23 of O-Week. It was really lively, and I got the 24 to meet so many people. Interacting with different cultures first-hand was really a(n) 25 . I felt this was exactly what I 26 life in Australia would be like. I was really 27 to finally experience this!
After 28 my new home, I found that living in Brisbane was quite different. I had the 29 to do a lot more and had no limits on 30 I could do them. For example, have you ever wanted pancakes at 6 am Say no more —one of my favorite restaurants was only a 2-minute walk away from my 31 . Besides, I found it quite 32 to meet and work with the locals, and learn about their 33 attitude to life and work.
I loved Australia so much that I felt very 34 when my experience came to a(n) 35 . I made so many friends there and I hope to see them all again on my next world tour!
16. A. enjoyed B. predicted C. suspected D. planned
17. A. curious B. strange C. friendly D. lonely
18. A. arriving B. returning C. moving D. leaving
19. A. experience B. behavior C. position D. result
20. A. requirements B. expectations C. challenges D. grades
21. A. warned B. forced C. taught D. allowed
22. A. expand B. explore C. compare D. contact
23. A. atmosphere B. invitation C. purpose D. origin
24. A. responsibility B. stability C. opportunity D. ability
25. A. green-hand B. trouble-maker C. record-holder D. eye-opener
26. A. denied B. pictured C. declared D. misunderstood
27. A. embarrassed B. shocked C. excited D. relaxed
28. A. settling into B. figuring out C. paying a visit D. getting around
29. A. patience B. power C. excuse D. freedom
30. A. why B. where C. when D. how
31. A. laboratory B. destination C. accommodation D. company
32. A. interesting B. inconvenient C. demanding D. ordinary
33. A. sudden B. positive C. different D. foolish
34. A. proud B. confused C. satisfied D. sad
35. A. point B. end C. crisis D. choice
Ⅲ. 阅读理解
A
You can make a difference to the life of others by signing up for a volunteer vacation.
“After 30 programs in Poland, I've received more than I've given. All benefit from this partnership —the future leaders of this great nation, and volunteers who fall in love with the beautiful people and culture.”
-Lori Wedeking, a volunteer in Poland
Volunteer Opportunities Portugal:
Teach natives conversational skills with varying English abilities in classrooms, offices, and community centers. Help choose assignments in public elementary and secondary schools, or with young adults in technical or trade schools.
Peru:
Volunteers with a medical background can choose to spend their time working at medical centers. Others can spend their time practicing conversational English with local students and teachers
Tanzania:
Support a community quest for development through food and nutrition, health and education projects. Work in the greenhouse nurturing seedlings for seasonal plantings.
Nepal:
Teach conversational English and business management, help repair living and learning spaces, provide support and training for marginalized women, and nurture impoverished children
Cuba:
Build bridges of friendship through conversational English classes. Work alongside local women sewing and knitting baby clothes, aprons, crafts, etc, which are sold to benefit the women's cooperative interests.
Global Volunteers' History
Established in 1984 by Bud Philbrook and Michele Gran, Global Volunteers is an international nonprofit organization assisting worldwide community development programs by mobilizing short-term volunteers on local work programs, as well as providing project funding and child sponsorships. Since 1984, Global Volunteers has helped partner communities deliver most of these services to local people worldwide, and been trusted by more than 34, 000 volunteers. As Seija Webb, an eight-time global volunteer says, “Volunteering abroad holds magic on so many fronts. It's the springboard for my global explorations. I can't imagine one without the other anymore.”
36. Which is right about Lori Wedeking
A. Lori is the organizer of 30 programs. B. Lori had a positive experience in Poland.
C. Lori wants to be the future leader of Poland. D. Lori received a lot of presents from volunteers
37. What project is needed in Tanzania
A. Working at medical centers. B. Teaching business management.
C. Developing food and nutrition. D. Sewing and knitting baby clothes.
38. Which country needs the project of repairing living spaces
A. Peru B. Tanzania. C. Nepal. D. Cuba
39. What do we know about Global Volunteers' History
A. 34, 000 volunteer get involved in its projects every year.
B. Teaching magic shows is one of its various programs
C. It sends short-term and long-term volunteers to help local residents
D. Seija Webb is a regular volunteer and enjoys volunteering abroad
40. Who is the text most probably aimed at
A. Global explorers. B. Keen travelers. C. Future leaders. D. Potential volunteers
B
It was Saturday. As always, it was a busy one for “Six days shall you labor and do all your work” was taken seriously back then. Outside, Father and Mr. Patrick next door were busy chopping firewood. Inside their own houses, Mother and Mrs. Patrick were engaged in spring cleaning.
Somehow the boys had slipped away to the back lot with their kites. Now, even at the risk of having Brother caught to beat carpets, they had sent him to the kitchen for more string (线). It seemed there was no limit to the heights to which kites would fly today.
My mother looked at the sitting room, its furniture disordered for a thorough sweeping. Again she cast a look toward the window. “Come on, girls! Let's take string to the boys and watch them fly the kites a minute.”
On the way we met Mrs. Patrick, laughing guiltily as if she were doing something wrong, together with her girls.
There never was such a day for flying kites! We played all our fresh string into the boys’ kites and they went up higher and higher. We could hardly distinguish the orange-colored spots of the kites. Now and then we slowly pulled one kite back, watching it dancing up and down in the wind, and finally bringing it down to earth, just for the joy of sending it up again.
Even our fathers dropped their tools and joined us. Our mothers took their turn, laughing like schoolgirls. I think we were all beside ourselves. Parents forgot their duty and their dignity; children forgot their everyday fights and little jealousies. “Perhaps it's like this in the kingdom of heaven,” I thought confusedly.
It was growing dark before we all walked sleepily back to the houses. I suppose we had some sort of supper. I suppose there must have been a surface tidying-up, for the house on Sunday looked clean and orderly enough. The strange thing was, we didn't mention that day afterward. I felt a little embarrassed. Surely none of the others had been as excited as II locked the memory up in that deepest part of me where we keep “the things that cannot be and yet they are.”
The years went on, then one day I was hurrying about my kitchen in a city apartment trying to get some work out of the way while my three-year-old insistently cried her desire to “go park, see duck.”
“I can't go!” I said. “I have this and this to do, and when I'm through I'll be too tired to walk that far.”
My mother, who was visiting us, looked up from the peas she was shelling. “It's a wonderful day,” she offered, "really warm, yet there's a fine breeze. Do you remember that day we flew kites ”
I stopped in my dash between stove and sink. The locked door flew open and with it a rush of memories. “Come on”, I told my little girl. “You're right, it's too good a day to miss.”
Another decade passed. We were in the aftermath (余波) of a great war. All evening we had been asking our returned soldier, the youngest Patrick Boy, about his experiences as a prisoner of war. He had talked freely, but now for along time he had been silent. What was he thinking of —what dark and horrible things
“Say!” As mile slipped out from his lips. “Do you remember—no, of course you wouldn't. It probably didn't make the impression on you as it did on me,”
I hardly dared speak. “Remember what ”
“I used to think of that day a lot in POW camp (战俘营), when things weren't too good. Do you remember the day we flew the kites ”
41. Mrs. Patrick was laughing guiltily because she thought ____________.
A. she was too old to fly kites
B. her husband would make fun of her
C. she should have been doing her housework then
D. her girls weren't supposed to play the boys' game
42. By “we were all beside ourselves”, the writer means that they all ____________.
A. felt confused B. went wild with joy C. looked on D. forgot their fights
43. What did the writer think after the kite-flying
A. The boys must have had more fun than the girls.
B. They should have finished their work before playing.
C. Her parents should spend more time with them.
D. All the others must have forgotten that day.
44. Why did the writer finally agree to take her little girl for an outing
A. She suddenly remembered her duty as mother.
B. She was reminded of the day they flew kites
C. She had finished her work in the kitchen.
D. She thought it was a great day to play outside.
45. The youngest Patrick boy is mentioned to show that ____________.
A. the writer was not alone in treasuring her fond memories.
B. his experience in POW camp threw a shadow over his life
C. childhood friendship means so much to the writer
D. people like him really changed a lot after the war
C
Before the end of the year, employees at Ubiquitous Energy, a company in Redwood City, Calif, will gather in a window-lined conference room to stare toward the future. That's because their new glass windows will offer more than an amazing view of the mountains and blue skies of the North California landscape. They will also function as solar panels(太阳能电池板), able to power the company's lights, computers and air conditioners.
Several years in the making, Ubiquitous’ energy-producing glass is a great technological achievement whose power lies in the layers of organic polymers (聚合物) between sheets of glass. As light enters the window, the flow of electrons between the polymer layers creates an electric current, which is then collected by tiny wires in the glass.
“It's sort of like a transparent (透明的) computer display run backwards,” says Veeral Hardev, director of business development at Ubiquitous Energy. “That is, instead of electricity being sent to different points in a display to light them up, light is producing electricity to be sent out of different points in the window.”
Right now the windows produce about a third as much electricity from a given amount of sunlight as the typical solar batteries used in roof panels (板) , and these windows, about half as transparent as ordinary glass, don't work as well as transparent ones. But those standards are already enough to make the windows a promising product, says Hardev, adding the company is likely to improve the transparency significantly. As for the lower output of electricity, he notes that windows can cover a much greater surface area than a roof, so numerous windows will produce a surprisingly larger amount of electricity than the production from a rooftop full of higher-efficiency solar panels. “You could do both.” says Hardev. “But you'll get more from the windows. The biggest challenge, he adds, is to make the windows from less than two square feet currently to about 50 square feet.”
46. What makes the new glass windows special
A. They can offer an amazing view. B. They are controlled by computers.
C. They can power the conference room. D. They can help stare toward the future.
47. What is Hardev trying to explain in paragraph 3
A. Where the light comes from B. The importance of different points
C. The similarity of computers and glass D. How the energy-producing glass works
48. What can affect power production according to the passage
A. The transparency of the glass. B. The quality of the rooftop.
C. The height of the solar panels. D. The thickness of the glass.
49. What is the biggest problem Ubiquitous Energy needs to solve
A. To change the window structure B. To increase the size of the window
C. To protect the windows from lighting D. To fix windows reasonably in an office
50. Which of the following is the best title for the passage
A. Windows: A New Challenge of Technology
B. Windows: No Longer Just for Letting in the Light
C. Power: A Pressing Problem in the Near Future
D. Power: Not Enough from Rooftop Solar Panels
D
In today's digital age, where a vast ocean of information is just a click away, the question arises: can one learn too much Given that no individual can grasp the entirety of human knowledge. However, there exists a phenomenon where excessive learning can lead to inaction, a state of being overwhelmed by too much information.
Consider a scenario where you're eager to achieve a particular goal. You begin by conducting extensive research, diving deep into the subject. As you absorb more information, it paradoxically (矛盾地) feels like your understanding diminishes. Each new concept or strategy reveals further layers, making the goal seem more complex and out of reach.
This situation is a common trap: the endless pursuit of more information. Although gaining comprehensive knowledge is valuable, that is to say there's nothing wrong with learning a lot, issues arise when this pursuit obstructs (阻碍) practical application. If learning continuously prevents you from starting, you'll find yourself stuck, unable to achieve your desired outcomes.
An alternative and more effective approach to achieving goals is to strike a balance between learning and doing. Gather essential information, then transition into action swiftly, even if you feel somewhat unprepared. This is often the best way to learn, as hands-on experience provides insights that theoretical knowledge alone cannot.
The comparison with a baby learning to walk is a good example here. A baby doesn't learn to walk by siting and analyzing the process. Instead, it learns by attempting to walk, falling, and then understanding from each fall what works and what doesn't. Through repeated effort, walking is eventually mastered. This method is applicable to goal achievement too. By engaging in action, learning from the outcomes, and adjusting accordingly, you gradually move closer to your goals.
In summary, while the pursuit of knowledge is valuable, it's crucial not to let it become a barrier to action. Learning should be a stepping stone to doing, not an end in itself. It's through the interplay of gathering knowledge and applying it that we can truly progress towards our aspirations. This balanced approach is key to overcoming the paralysis (停顿) of overlearning and actively moving towards realizing your ambitions.
51. What problem does the digital age present in learning
A. Too much information. B. Learning to inaction.
C. Online distractions. D. Technical issues.
52. What stops people from achieving the goal
A. The distraction caused by unrelated tasks. B. The inability to find relevant information.
C. The confusion caused by the information. D. The desire to learn basic concept or strategy
53. Why is practical experience important in the learning process
A. It replaces continuous learning. B. It is irrelevant in gaining knowledge.
C. It holds back theoretical understanding. D. It offers a comprehensive understanding.
54. The example “baby learning to walk” mentioned in Paragraph 5 is used to ____________.
A. compare different learning styles B. show the importance of making mistakes
C. emphasize the need for parental guidance D. explain learning through action and experience
55. What makes the best title for the passage
A. The Paradox of Information Overload B. The Harmony of Learning and Doing
C. The Pursuit of Balanced Knowledge D. The Process of Learning to Walk
IV. 阅读表达
Just like everyone, I have experienced ups and downs in my life. I am an aerospace engineer from India, I was told by my relatives, close friends and others that it was hard for a non-IT student to pursue a master's degree in IT and graduate from a US university.
I had never taken courses related to computers or programming I was never interested in being a programmer, but things changed. I became so fascinated with the convenience IT has brought to our life that I made up my mind in chasing a master's degree in IT.
At first, I came across too many difficulties and ing from a middle-class family, the huge cost per credit was a big issue. My English accent was terrible. Most importantly, the course seemed impossible at first. Although I felt so discouraged and frustrated, I never thought of giving up.
Then I decided to choose my university because it promised its students to help them learn practically. During my first month, it was difficult to understand the Americans accent and finish my assignments. But I never gave in. I walked two miles to the university every day so that I could use my travel money to buy a meal. I started looking for jobs and I got an offer to work as a student assistant, which meant lifting benches and chairs every day.
I took all these challenges as my chances, and I believed that hard work was my strength. Right now I am graduating with a GPA of 3. 96/4 and a job offer from a multinational company that has asked me to start right after graduation.
When you have a dream to realize, there is nothing that can stop you. All you need is the diligence and persistence. Hard work always pays off. Having a determined will is also necessary.
56. Why did the author's family and friends say that it was hard for him to pursue a master's degree in IT (no more than 8 words)
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57. What does the underlined part in paragraph 2 mean (no more than 5 words)
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58. What is the main idea of paragraph 3 (no more than 10 words)
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59. What made the author graduate with a higher GPA and a good job offer (no more than 5 words)
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60. How does the author's story inspire you (no more than 25 words)
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V. 书面表达
假设你叫李华，你将作为高三毕业生代表，在毕业晚会上用英文作一简短的告别演讲，内容包括：
1、对三年高中生活的怀念；
2、对老师的感谢；
3、对母校的祝福。
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参考答案及解析
I. 单项选择
1-5 DBCBA 6-10 CCDBD 11-15 CADCB
1. D
【详解】考查情景交际。句意：——这个周末我要去加拿大旅游。你能告诉我你在那里的经历吗 ——当然可以。我们去那边聊吧。A. It's up to you这取决于你；B. Forget it没关系，别提它了；C. My pleasure不客气，很乐意效劳；D. By all means可以，当然行。根据“Would you tell me about your experiences there ”和“Let's chat about it over there.”可知，对方答应了请求，应说By all means。故选D。
2. B
【详解】考查代词辨析。句意：一项研究表明，参加课外活动的学生比不参加的学生更快乐。此处指代上文the students, 应用those。故选B。
3. C
【详解】考查形容词词义辨析。句意：地震中的受害者们急需帮助。我们应该立即为他们做点什么。A. abnormal异常的；B. anxious焦虑的；C. desperate极度渴望的；D. aggressive好斗的。结合句意可知，此处是指受灾的人们急需帮助，形容词desperate符合题意。故选C。
4. B
【详解】考查时态和主谓一致。句意：多年来，不止一代的学生对他的勇敢和他寻找真理的科学方法感到惊讶。根据时间状语“For many years”可知，用现在完成时；“more than one+单数名词”作主语时，谓语动词要用单数形式。故选B。
5. A
【详解】考查连词。句意：由于我的头脑清醒了，我的大脑开始运转得更好了。A. now that既然；B. although虽然；C. due to由于；D. despite prep. 尽管，虽然。根据句子结构和意思可知，这里需要连词，表示“因为，由于”的意思，引导原因状语从句。故选A。
6. C
【详解】考查非谓语动词和主语从句。句意：斯蒂芬·库里激励着别人相信自己，他是一个活生生的例子，证明了别人对你的看法并不一定会影响你成为什么样的人。第一空inspire与逻辑主语构成主动关系，故用现在分词作状语；第二空引导主语从句，从句缺少宾语，指事物应用what引导。故选C。
7. C
【详解】考查动词短语辨析。句意：由于新闻报道漏掉了一些重要的信息，我们无法对整个事情有一个清楚的了解。A. dropped out辍学；B. turnout结果是；C. left out遗漏；D. put out熄灭。根据上文“We cannot get a clear picture about the whole thing”可知，无法对整个事情有一个清楚的了解是因为新闻报道漏掉了一些重要的信息。故选C。
8. D
【详解】考查名词词义辨析。句意：他不追求名声，避开聚光灯，带着坚定的决心回到中国。A. integrity正直；B. assumption假设；C. innovation革新；D. resolution决心。结合句意，钱学森下定决心回国。故选D。
9. B
【详解】考查介词短语辨析。句意：如果你知道急救方法，在紧急情况下你会更冷静，更乐于助人。A. in spite of尽管；B. in case of万一，若发生某事；C. on account of由于；D. on the basis of根据；。由句意可知，该句表示如果你知道急救知识，若发生紧急情况则会更冷静，更乐于助人。故选B项。
10. D
【详解】考查地点状语从句。句意：虽然Rio对于市场了解不多，但是他在其他更加见多识广的管理者失败的地方成功了。A. as当……时，引导时间状语从句；B. unless除非，引导条件状语从句；C. what什么，引导名词性从句；D. where表示哪里，引导地点状语从句。这里表示Rio对于市场了解不多，但是在市场上成功了，表示的是抽象地点。succeed是不及物动词，主句结构完整，从句修饰整个句子作地点状语，应用where引导。故选D。
11. C
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：据报道，当地卫生组织成立于25年前，当时奥杜邦博士成为该组织的第一任主席。此处是固定搭配：be reported to do意为“据报道”, 所以空白处要填“to do”的形式。set up这一动作发生在is reported之前，所以要用完成态，“set up”和逻辑主语local health organization之间是被动关系，用被动语态，空处应填to have been set up。故选C。
12. A
【详解】考查时态。句意：我本打算给你一个测验，但经过仔细考虑，我选择让你反思一下你的练习。根据“I chose to let you reflect on your exercises.”可知，“had intended to do sth”表示本打算做某事，实际上却未做，符合句意。故选A。
13. D
【详解】考查定语从句关系词。句意：1975年以后，美国周围的大鲨鱼数量迅速下降，很快世界范围内的大鲨鱼数量也下降了，这不仅是因为对鲨鱼的恐惧，也是因为捕杀鲨鱼。分析句子可知，空处引导非限制性定语从句且在从句中作主语，故应用关系代词which。故选D。
14. C
【详解】考查情态动词辨析。句意：突然醒来会导致心率加快和高血压。A. must一定；B. would将会；C. can可能；D. shall将要。此处表示推测，表示客观上的可能性，用can。故选C。
15. B
【详解】考查交际用语。句意：我鼓起勇气参加10月15日即将到来的马拉松比赛。但恐怕我不能完成。去努力争取。你去尝试之前永远不会知道。A. Enjoy yourself玩得开心；B. Go for it去吧，努力争取；C. Do as you like按照你喜欢的去做；D. Take your time慢慢来。由下文“You never know until you try. ”可知，此处表示鼓励你去尝试，即努力争取。故选B。
Ⅱ. 完型填空
16. A 17. C 18. D 19. A 20. B
21. D 22. B 23. A 24. C 25. D
26. B 27. C 28. A 29. D 30. C
31. C 32. A 33. B 34. D 35. B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要介绍了作者作为交换生在澳大利亚昆士兰科技大学的经历。
16. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：从机场到昆士兰科技大学只有短短20分钟的车程，但我非常享受。A. enjoyed喜欢、享受；B. predicted预测；C. suspected怀疑；D. planned计划。根据前文“It was only a short 20-minute drive from the airport to Queensland University of Technology (QUT), but”可知，虽然这段路程不长，但作者很享受。故选A项。
17. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我的司机非常友好，一路上给我讲了很多澳大利亚文化。A. curious好奇的；B. strange奇怪的；C. friendly友好的；D. lonely孤独的。根据前文“I _______it a lot. ”及后文“told me a lot about Australian culture along the way”可知，司机很友善。故选C项。
18. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在离开家之前，我对即将拥有的经历有一个很好的畅想。A. arriving到达；
B. returning返回；C. moving移动；D. leaving离开。根据前文“Before”及后文“I had a fair idea”可知，离家之前，作者畅想了自己将会遇到的事情。故选D项。
19. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在离开家之前，我对我即将拥有的经历有一个很好的畅想。A. experience体验，经历；B. behavior行为；C. position位置；D. result结果。根据后文“would be like”及“When O-Week at QUT finally happened, I felt that my life here really lived up to my first ______”可知，作者离家之前，畅想了自己在昆士兰科技大学将会拥有什么样的经历。故选A项。
20. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当在昆士兰科技大学的迎新周终于到来时，我觉得我在这里的生活真的达到了我最初的期望。A. requirements要求；B. expectations期待；C. challenges挑战；D. grades分数。根据前文“Before leaving home, I had a fair idea of what my ______would be like. ”可知，这里的生活达到了作者最初的期望。故选B项。
21. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：为期一周的活动不仅让我参加了不同的俱乐部和社团，也让我有机会探索昆士兰科技大学的校园。A. warned警告；B. forced强迫；C. taught教授；D. allowed允许。根据后文“but also gave me a chance to __________QUT’s campus.”可知，迎新周的活动让作者参加了不同的俱乐部和社团。故选D项。
22. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：为期一周的活动不仅让我参加了不同的俱乐部和社团，也让我有机会探索昆士兰科技大学的校园。A. expand扩展；B. explore探索；C. compare比较；D. contact联系。根据前文“it also gave me a chance to”及后文“QUT’s campus”可知，迎新周的活动让作者有机会探索昆士兰科技大学的校园。故选B项。
23. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我喜欢迎新周的氛围。A. atmosphere氛围；B. invitation邀请；C. purpose目的；D. origin起源。根据后文“It was really lively”可知，迎新周很活跃，作者很喜欢迎新周的氛围。故选A项。
24. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我有机会认识很多人。A. responsibility责任；B. stability稳定；C. opportunity机会；D. ability能力。根据后文“to meet so many people”可知，迎新周给了作者认识新朋友的机会。故选C项。
25. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：与不同文化的人互动真的让人大开眼界。A. green-hand新手；B. trouble-maker惹麻烦的人；C. record-holder记录保持者；D. eye-opener使人大开眼界的事物。根据前文“Interacting with different cultures first-hand”可知，与不同文化的人互动可以开阔眼界。故选D项。
26. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我觉得这正是我想象中的澳大利亚生活。A. denied否认；B. pictured想象；C. declared宣布；D. misunderstood误解。根据前文“When O-Week at QUT finally happened, I felt that my life here really lived up to my first ___________”可知，作者觉得这正是自己想象中的澳大利亚生活的样子。故选B项。
27. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我真的很兴奋终于体验到这一点!A. embarrassed尴尬的；B. shocked震惊的；C. excited激动的；D. relaxed放松的。根据前文“I felt this was exactly how I ________life in Australia would be like.”及后文“finally experience this”可知，体验到自己梦想的澳大利亚的生活使作者感到激动。故选C项。
28. 考查动词短语辨析。句意：在我的新家安顿下来后，我发现在布里斯班的生活很不一样。A. settling into安置；B. figuring out弄清楚；C. paying a visit拜访；D. getting around四处走动。根据后文“I found that living in Brisbane was quite different”可知，作者在新家安顿下来，开始了解当地的生活。故选A项。
29. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我有了做更多事情的自由，而且没有限制我什么时候可以做。A. patience耐心；B. power力量；C. excuse借口；D. freedom自由。根据后文“and had no limits on _______I could do them. ”可知，作者有了做更多事情的自由。故选D项。
30. 考查疑问词辨析。句意：我有了做更多事情的自由，而且没有限制我什么时候可以做。A. why为什么；B. where哪里；C. when什么时候；D. how怎么样。根据前文“I had the ________to do a lot more”及后文“For example, have you ever wanted pancakes at 6 am Say no more”可知，作者居住的地方很便利，在任何时间都可以做自己想做的事情。故选C项。
31. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我最喜欢的一家餐馆离我的住处只有2分钟的步行路程。A. laboratory实验室；B. destination目的地；C. accommodation住处；D. company公司。根据前文“For example, have you ever wanted pancakes at 6 am Say no more”及“one of my favorite restaurants was only a 2-minute walk away from”可知，作者居住的地方很便利，餐馆离住处很近。故选C项。
32. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：此外，我发现与当地人会面和工作非常有趣，还可以了解他们积极的生活和工作态度。A. interesting有趣的；B. inconvenient不方便的；C. demanding要求高的；D. ordinary普通的。根据前文“Interacting with different cultures first-hand was really a(n) ______”及后文“to meet and work with the locals”可知，接触不同文化的人是非常有趣的。故选A项。
33. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：此外，我发现与当地人会面和工作非常有趣，还可以了解他们积极的生活和工作态度。A. sudden突然的；B. positive积极的；C. different不同的；D. foolish愚蠢的。根据后文“attitude to life and work”可知，当地人积极的工作和生活态度是值得学习的。故选B项。
34. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我非常喜欢澳大利亚，当我的经历结束时，我感到非常难过。A. proud自豪的；B. confused困惑的；C. satisfied满意的；D. sad悲伤的。根据前文“I loved Australia so much”及后文“when my experience came to a(n) ________”可知，作者热爱澳大利亚，所以当作为交换生的经历结束时会感到非常难过。故选D项。
35. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我非常喜欢澳大利亚，当我的经历结束时，我感到非常难过。A. point要点；B. end结束；C. crisis危机；D. choice选择。根据前文“I loved Australia so much that I felt very”可知，作者热爱澳大利亚，所以当作为交换生的经历结束时会感到非常难过。故选B项。
Ⅲ. 阅读理解
36. B 37. C 38. C 39. D 40. D
【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章介绍了几个国家需要的志愿者项目并介绍了全球志愿者组织的历史。
36. 细节理解题。根据第二段中Lori Wedeking说的话“After 30 programs in Poland, I've received more than I've given. All benefit from this partnership—the future leaders of this great nation, and volunteers who fall in love with the beautiful people and culture. (在波兰参加了30个项目后，我得到的比我给予的要多。所有人都从这种伙伴关系中受益——这个伟大国家的未来领导人，以及爱上美丽人民和文化的志愿者)”可知，Lori Wedeking在波兰有一段愉快的经历。故选B。
37. 细节理解题。根据Tanzania部分中“Support a community quest for development through food and nutrition, health and education projects. (通过粮食和营养、健康和教育项目支持社区寻求发展)”可知，坦桑尼亚需要发展粮食和营养的项目。故选C。
38. 细节理解题。根据Nepal部分中“Teach conversational English and business management, help repair living and learning spaces, provide support and training for marginalized women, and nurture impoverished children. (教授英语会话和商业管理，帮助修复生活和学习空间，为边缘妇女提供支持和培训，并教育贫困儿童)”可知，尼泊尔需要修复生活空间的项目。故选C。
39. 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“As Seija Webb, an eight-time global volunteer says, 'Volunteering abroad holds magic on so many fronts. It's the springboard for my global explorations. I can't imagine one without the other anymore. '(正如曾八次担任全球志愿者的Seja Webb所说，‘在国外做志愿者在很多方面都有魔力。这是我全球探索的跳板。我再也无法想象一个没有另一个了。’)”可知，Seija Webb经常做志愿者，而且她喜欢在国外做志愿者。故选D。
40. 推理判断题。根据全文内容，结合第一段中“You can make a difference to the life of others by signing up for a volunteer vacation. (你可以通过报名参加志愿者假期来改变他人的生活)”可知，文章介绍了几个国家需要的志愿者项目，所以最有可能是写给想当志愿者的人。故选D。
41. C 42. B 43. D 44. B 45. A
【分析】这是一篇温馨的回忆记叙文。文章讲述了我在小时候一次放风筝的经历中体验到的快乐。虽然是春季大扫除忙碌的时候，但是几个男生放风筝的动作引起了男人和妇女们的注意，他们纷纷停止手中的活，来享受这片刻的自由和宁静。当我回到家，却以为大家都忘记了这次放风筝的美好回忆而感到尴尬。多年之后我发现，其实这么美好的回忆不止我记住了。
41. 推理判断题。文章开头说：“It was Saturday. As always, it was a busy one, for 'Six days shall you labor and do all your work'。Mother and Mrs. Patrick were engaged in spring cleaning。”星期六是像往常一样忙碌的一天，母亲和帕特里克太太在从事春季大扫除。第二段又说母亲招呼女孩们一起看男生放风筝，而帕特里克太太也去了。所以她为在最忙的时候没做大扫除而内疚。故选C。
42. 语义猜测题。定位到第五段“Even our fathers dropped their tools and joined us. Our mothers took their turn laughing like schoolgirls. I think we were all beside ourselves. Parents forgot their duty and their dignity; children forgot their everyday fights and little jealousies. ”我们的父亲放下工具加入我们，母亲也转身笑得像少女，父母们忘了他们的责任和尊贵的身份，小孩子们忘记了每天的争执和小嫉妒。而这都是特别开心的表现。故选B。
43. 细节理解题。定位到第六段第四句话The strange thing was, we didn't mention that day afterward. I felt a little embarrassed. Surely none of the others had been as excited as I很奇怪的是，我们竟然压根没有提到那天放风筝的事情，我甚至感到有一些尴尬。当然，那个时候没有谁比我更激动。由此可看出作者以为在放风筝之后，大家一定都忘记了那天的快乐。故选D。
44. 细节理解题。定位到底九、十段。当我的三岁的小女孩跟我说去公园看鸭子的时候，我说我有很多事情要做而拒绝了。但是母亲的一句话Do you remember that day we flew kites "让我打开了记忆的匣子，想起了那个放风筝的时候。“Come on,” It old my little girl. “You're right, its too good a day to miss.”然后跟我的女孩说：“你说的对极了，这是一个值得纪念的日子。故最后我答应我的女儿去公园是因为我想起了我放风筝的那个时光。故选B。
45. 推理判断题。“I used to think of that day a lot in POW camp(战俘营), when things weren't too good. Do you remember the day we flew the kites "最后一段帕特里克的男孩谈到自己在战俘营的时候，当有不好的事情发生他总是想到他们一起放风筝那个美好的时光。因此这么美好的回忆不是作者我一个人记住了，其实我的母亲，帕特里克的男孩他们都记得。故选A。
46. C 47. D 48. A 49. B 50. B
【解析】本文是一片说明文。主要介绍了一种能为公司的电灯、电脑和空调供电的产能玻璃。
46. 细节理解题。根据第一段“They will also function as solar panels (太阳能电池板), able to power the company's lights, computers and air conditioners. (它们也能当太阳能电池板，为公司的电灯、电脑和空调供电。)”可知，新的玻璃窗与众不同的是它们可以为会议室供电。故选C项。
47. 细节理解题。根据第三段““It's sort of like a transparent (透明的) computer display run backwards,”says Veeral Hardev, director of business development at Ubiquitous Energy. “That is, instead of electricity being sent to different points in a display to light them up, light is producing electricity to be sent out of different points in the window.”(这有点像一台反向运行的透明电脑显示器，Ubiquitous Energy的业务开发主管Veeral Hardev表示。他说‘不是把电传送到显示器的不同点来点亮它们，而是把产生的电从窗口的不同点传送出去。’)”可知，Veeral Hardev在第三段话中想要解释的是产生电能的新玻璃窗的工作原理。故选D项。
48. 推理判断题。根据第四段“these windows, about half as transparent as ordinary glass, don't work as well as transparent ones. But those standards are already enough to make the windows a promising product, says Hardev adding the company is likely to improve the transparency significantly. (这些窗户的透明度只有普通玻璃的一半，但却不如透明玻璃那么好用。Hardev说，公司可能会大幅度提高透明度。)”可知，玻璃的透明度会影响发电量。故选A项。
49. 细节理解题。根据最后一段“The biggest challenge, he adds, is to make the windows from less than two square feet currently to about 50 square feet. (他补充到，最大的挑战是让窗户从现在的不到2平方英尺增加到50平方英尺。)”可知，Ubiquitous Energy公司目前最大的问题是要把窗户变大，故选B项。
50. 主旨大意题。通读全文尤其是第一段可知，Ubiquitous Energy公司研发的新玻璃不仅可以让光线进入屋内，它们还可以为公司的灯，电脑和空调供电。由此可知，B项符合文章内容。故选B项。
51. A 52. C 53. D 54. D 55. B
【导语】本文为一篇议论文。在数字时代，过量的信息会造成学习停滞的问题，因此，在学习过程中，实践经验能帮助我们更全面的理解学习的知识，从而实现目标。
51. 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“In today's digital age, where a vast ocean of information is just a click away, the question arises: can one learn too much Given that no individual can grasp the entirety of human knowledge. However, there exists a phenomenon where excessive learning can lead to inaction, a state of being overwhelmed by too much information. (在今天的数字时代，海量的信息只需点击一下，问题就来了：一个人会不会学得太多 因为没有人能掌握人类的全部知识。然而，有一种现象是，过度学习可能导致无所作为，一种被太多信息淹没的状态)”可知，数字时代给学习提供了太多的信息。故选A项。
52. 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“You begin by conducting extensive research, diving deep into the subject. As you absorb more information, it paradoxically feels like your understanding diminishes. Each new concept or strategy reveals further layers, making the goal seem more complex and out of reach. (你首先要进行广泛的研究，深入研究这个主题。当你吸收的信息越多，你的理解力就越差。每一个新的概念或策略都揭示出更深的层次，使目标看起来更加复杂和遥不可及)”可知，过多的信息会让理解变得更加复杂和遥不可及，即使理解变得更混乱。故选C项。
53. 细节理解题。根据文章倒数第三段“An alternative and more effective approach to achieving goals is to strike a balance between learning and doing. Gather essential information, then transition into action swiftly, even if you feel somewhat unprepared. This is often the best way to learn, as hands-on experience provides insights that theoretical knowledge alone cannot. (实现目标的另一种更有效的方法是在学习和实践之间取得平衡。收集必要的信息，然后迅速采取行动，即使你觉得有些措手不及。这通常是最好的学习方式，因为实践经验提供了理论知识无法提供的见解)”可知，在学习过程中，实际经验是重要的，因为它可以通过实践帮助理解信息，提供一个全面的理解。故选D项。
54. 推理判断题。根据倒数第三段“An alternative and more effective approach to achieving goals is to strike a balance between learning and doing. Gather essential information, then transition into action swiftly, even if you feel somewhat unprepared. This is often the best way to learn, as hands-on experience provides insights that theoretical knowledge alone cannot. (实现目标的另一种更有效的方法是在学习和实践之间取得平衡。收集必要的信息，然后迅速采取行动，即使你觉得有些措手不及。这通常是最好的学习方式，因为实践经验提供了理论知识无法提供的见解)”和倒数第二段“A baby doesn't learn to walk by sitting and analyzing the process. Instead, it learns by attempting to walk, falling, and then understanding from each fall what works and what doesn't. Through repeated effort, walking is eventually mastered. This method is applicable to goal achievement too. By engaging inaction, learning from the outcomes, and adjusting accordingly, you gradually move closer to your goals. (婴儿不是通过坐着和分析走路的过程来学习走路的。相反，它通过尝试走路和摔倒来学习，然后从每次跌倒中了解什么有用，什么没用。通过反复的努力，最终学会了走路。这种方法也适用于目标实现。通过参与行动，从结果中学习，并做出相应的调整，你会逐渐接近你的目标)”可知，通过“婴儿学习走路”的例子可以解释通过行动和经验来学习这个观点。故选D项。
55. 主旨大意题。根据文章全文，尤其是最后一段“In summary, while the pursuit of knowledge is valuable, it's crucial not to let it become a barrier to action. Learning should be a stepping stone to doing, not an end in itself. It's through the interplay of gathering knowledge and applying it that we can truly progress towards our aspirations. (总之，虽然追求知识是有价值的，但重要的是不要让它成为行动的障碍。学习应该是行动的垫脚石，而不是目的本身。只有通过收集知识和应用知识的相互作用，我们才能真正朝着我们的愿望前进)”可知，本文介绍在学习过程中，应将信息和实践相结合，这样能更好地实现目标。B选项“学与做的和谐”与本文主旨相符。
IV. 阅读表达
56. Because he was a non-IT student
57. Became so attracted by. /Became so obsessed with.
58. The difficulties and setbacks the writer met.
59. His hard work.
60. We can realize our dream through hard work, a determined will, diligence and persistence
解析：
56. Because he was a non-IT student. 细节理解题。根据第一段的I was told by my relatives, close friends and others that it was hard for a non-IT student to pursue a master's degree in IT and graduate from a US university. 可知，作者的家人和朋友说他很难获得IT的硕士学位，因为他是一个非IT专业的学生。故填Because he was a non-IT student
57. became so attracted by/became so obsessed with. 词义猜测题。根据第二段I became so fascinated with the convenience IT has brought to our life that I made up my mind io chase a master's degree in IT. 我被它给我们的生活带来的便利深深地吸引住了，我决定要攻读它的硕士学位。became so fascinated with意为"被吸引", 故填became so attracted by/became so obsessed with.
58. The difficulties and setbacks the writer met. 段落大意题。根据第三段的At first, I came across too many difficulties and setbacks一开始，我遇到了太多的困难和挫折。可知，本段主要介绍作者遇到的困难和挫折。故填The difficulties and setbacks the writer met.
59. His hard work. 细节理解题。根据第五段的I took all these challenges as my chances, and I believed that hard work was my strength. Right now I am graduating with a GPA of 3. 96/4 and a job offer from a multinational company that has asked me to start right after graduation. 我把所有这些挑战当作机会，我相信努力工作是我的优势，现在我以3. 96/4的平均成绩毕业，一家跨国公司给我提供了一份工作，要求我在毕业后马上开始工作。可知，是作者的努力让他获得高的GPA还有一份工作。故填His hard work.
60. We can realize our dream through hard work, a determined will, diligence and persistence. 细节理解题. 根据最后一段的When you have a dream to realize, there is nothing that can stop you. All you need is the diligence and persistence. Hard work always pays off. Having a determined will is also necessary. 当你有一个梦想要实现时，没有什么能阻止你。你需要的只是勤奋和坚持。努力工作总是有回报的。有坚定的意志也是必要的。可知，通过努力，意志力，勤奋和坚持我们可以实现梦想。故填We can realize our dream through hard work, a determined will, diligence and persistence. 作者通过亲身经历告诉我们如果想实现某个目标，只要不断努力不放弃，没有不可能实现的事。
V. 书面表达
Sample version:
In a couple of weeks, we'll say goodbye to our mother school. How time flies! Now it’s really hard for me to put my feelings into words. The past three years has been really a wonderful journey with you guys, full of laughter and tears.
To make the journey safe and fruitful, our great teachers contributed their time, energy, love and the whole heart. Here, we are extremely grateful for all that you, dear teachers, have done for us. It'll soon be the time for us to depart, though unwillingly. But it is not the end. It just means that we're going to begin a new journey.
Finally, on behalf of all the graduates present here, let me extend our sincere wishes for our mother school and respectable teachers. Thank you!
命题人：高三备课组 审核人：高三备课组
I. 单项选择
1. —I'm travelling to Canada this weekend. Would you tell me about your experiences there
—____________. Let's chat about it over there.
A. It's up to you B. Forget it C. My pleasure D. By all means
2. A study shows the students who are engaged in after-school activities are happier than ___________who are not.
A. ones B. those C. that D. them
3. The victims of the earthquake are in ___________need of help. We should do something for them immediately.
A. abnormal B. anxious C. desperate D. aggressive
4. For many years, more than one generation of schoolchildren ___________by his bravery and his scientific approach to looking for the truth.
A. have been amazed B. has been amazed C. was amazed D. were amazed
5. ___________my head had cleared, my brain was beginning to function much better.
A. Now that B. Although C. Due to D. Despite
6. ___________others to believe in themselves, Stephen Curry is living proof that ___________other people think of you does not have to influence what you become.
A. Inspiring; how B. Inspired; what C. Inspiring; what D. Inspired; that
7. We cannot get a clear picture about the whole thing because some important information has been ___________in the news report.
A. dropped out B. turn out C. left out D. put out
8. He sought no fame and shunned the spotlight, returning to China with great ___________.
A. integrity B. assumption C. innovation D. resolution
9. If you know first aid methods, you can be calmer and more helpful ___________emergency.
A. in spite of B. in case of C. on account of D. on the basis of
10. Although Rio knew little about marketing, he succeeded ___________other more well-informed managers failed.
A. as B. unless C. what D. where
11. The local health organization is reported ___________twenty-five years ago when Dr. Audubon became its first president
A. to be set up B. being set up C. to have been set up D. having been set up
12. I ___________to give you just a surprise quiz but on second thought I chose to let you reflect on your exercises.
A. had intended B. has intended C. intended D. has been intended
13. After 1975, the number of large sharks around America fell quickly and soon fell around the world, ___________was not only due to fear of sharks, but also finning.
A. what B. when C. that D. which
14. Waking up suddenly ___________ lead to rapid heartrate and high blood pressure.
A. must B. would C. can D. shall
15. —I have picked up my courage to compete in the upcoming Marathon on Oct, 15th. But I'm afraid I won't complete the course.
—___________. You never know until you try.
A. Enjoy yourself. B. Go for it. C. Do as you like. D. Take your time.
Ⅱ. 完型填空
My life as an exchange student finally began! It was only a short 20-minute drive from the airport to Queensland University of Technology (QUT), but I 16 it a lot. My driver was very 17 and told me a lot about Australian culture along the way.
Before 18 home, I had a fair idea of what my 19 would be like. When O-Week at QUT finally happened, I felt that my life here really lived up to my first 20 .
The week-long event not only 21 me to engage in different clubs and societies, it also gave me a chance to 22 QUT's campus.
I loved the 23 of O-Week. It was really lively, and I got the 24 to meet so many people. Interacting with different cultures first-hand was really a(n) 25 . I felt this was exactly what I 26 life in Australia would be like. I was really 27 to finally experience this!
After 28 my new home, I found that living in Brisbane was quite different. I had the 29 to do a lot more and had no limits on 30 I could do them. For example, have you ever wanted pancakes at 6 am Say no more —one of my favorite restaurants was only a 2-minute walk away from my 31 . Besides, I found it quite 32 to meet and work with the locals, and learn about their 33 attitude to life and work.
I loved Australia so much that I felt very 34 when my experience came to a(n) 35 . I made so many friends there and I hope to see them all again on my next world tour!
16. A. enjoyed B. predicted C. suspected D. planned
17. A. curious B. strange C. friendly D. lonely
18. A. arriving B. returning C. moving D. leaving
19. A. experience B. behavior C. position D. result
20. A. requirements B. expectations C. challenges D. grades
21. A. warned B. forced C. taught D. allowed
22. A. expand B. explore C. compare D. contact
23. A. atmosphere B. invitation C. purpose D. origin
24. A. responsibility B. stability C. opportunity D. ability
25. A. green-hand B. trouble-maker C. record-holder D. eye-opener
26. A. denied B. pictured C. declared D. misunderstood
27. A. embarrassed B. shocked C. excited D. relaxed
28. A. settling into B. figuring out C. paying a visit D. getting around
29. A. patience B. power C. excuse D. freedom
30. A. why B. where C. when D. how
31. A. laboratory B. destination C. accommodation D. company
32. A. interesting B. inconvenient C. demanding D. ordinary
33. A. sudden B. positive C. different D. foolish
34. A. proud B. confused C. satisfied D. sad
35. A. point B. end C. crisis D. choice
Ⅲ. 阅读理解
A
You can make a difference to the life of others by signing up for a volunteer vacation.
“After 30 programs in Poland, I've received more than I've given. All benefit from this partnership —the future leaders of this great nation, and volunteers who fall in love with the beautiful people and culture.”
-Lori Wedeking, a volunteer in Poland
Volunteer Opportunities Portugal:
Teach natives conversational skills with varying English abilities in classrooms, offices, and community centers. Help choose assignments in public elementary and secondary schools, or with young adults in technical or trade schools.
Peru:
Volunteers with a medical background can choose to spend their time working at medical centers. Others can spend their time practicing conversational English with local students and teachers
Tanzania:
Support a community quest for development through food and nutrition, health and education projects. Work in the greenhouse nurturing seedlings for seasonal plantings.
Nepal:
Teach conversational English and business management, help repair living and learning spaces, provide support and training for marginalized women, and nurture impoverished children
Cuba:
Build bridges of friendship through conversational English classes. Work alongside local women sewing and knitting baby clothes, aprons, crafts, etc, which are sold to benefit the women's cooperative interests.
Global Volunteers' History
Established in 1984 by Bud Philbrook and Michele Gran, Global Volunteers is an international nonprofit organization assisting worldwide community development programs by mobilizing short-term volunteers on local work programs, as well as providing project funding and child sponsorships. Since 1984, Global Volunteers has helped partner communities deliver most of these services to local people worldwide, and been trusted by more than 34, 000 volunteers. As Seija Webb, an eight-time global volunteer says, “Volunteering abroad holds magic on so many fronts. It's the springboard for my global explorations. I can't imagine one without the other anymore.”
36. Which is right about Lori Wedeking
A. Lori is the organizer of 30 programs. B. Lori had a positive experience in Poland.
C. Lori wants to be the future leader of Poland. D. Lori received a lot of presents from volunteers
37. What project is needed in Tanzania
A. Working at medical centers. B. Teaching business management.
C. Developing food and nutrition. D. Sewing and knitting baby clothes.
38. Which country needs the project of repairing living spaces
A. Peru B. Tanzania. C. Nepal. D. Cuba
39. What do we know about Global Volunteers' History
A. 34, 000 volunteer get involved in its projects every year.
B. Teaching magic shows is one of its various programs
C. It sends short-term and long-term volunteers to help local residents
D. Seija Webb is a regular volunteer and enjoys volunteering abroad
40. Who is the text most probably aimed at
A. Global explorers. B. Keen travelers. C. Future leaders. D. Potential volunteers
B
It was Saturday. As always, it was a busy one for “Six days shall you labor and do all your work” was taken seriously back then. Outside, Father and Mr. Patrick next door were busy chopping firewood. Inside their own houses, Mother and Mrs. Patrick were engaged in spring cleaning.
Somehow the boys had slipped away to the back lot with their kites. Now, even at the risk of having Brother caught to beat carpets, they had sent him to the kitchen for more string (线). It seemed there was no limit to the heights to which kites would fly today.
My mother looked at the sitting room, its furniture disordered for a thorough sweeping. Again she cast a look toward the window. “Come on, girls! Let's take string to the boys and watch them fly the kites a minute.”
On the way we met Mrs. Patrick, laughing guiltily as if she were doing something wrong, together with her girls.
There never was such a day for flying kites! We played all our fresh string into the boys’ kites and they went up higher and higher. We could hardly distinguish the orange-colored spots of the kites. Now and then we slowly pulled one kite back, watching it dancing up and down in the wind, and finally bringing it down to earth, just for the joy of sending it up again.
Even our fathers dropped their tools and joined us. Our mothers took their turn, laughing like schoolgirls. I think we were all beside ourselves. Parents forgot their duty and their dignity; children forgot their everyday fights and little jealousies. “Perhaps it's like this in the kingdom of heaven,” I thought confusedly.
It was growing dark before we all walked sleepily back to the houses. I suppose we had some sort of supper. I suppose there must have been a surface tidying-up, for the house on Sunday looked clean and orderly enough. The strange thing was, we didn't mention that day afterward. I felt a little embarrassed. Surely none of the others had been as excited as II locked the memory up in that deepest part of me where we keep “the things that cannot be and yet they are.”
The years went on, then one day I was hurrying about my kitchen in a city apartment trying to get some work out of the way while my three-year-old insistently cried her desire to “go park, see duck.”
“I can't go!” I said. “I have this and this to do, and when I'm through I'll be too tired to walk that far.”
My mother, who was visiting us, looked up from the peas she was shelling. “It's a wonderful day,” she offered, "really warm, yet there's a fine breeze. Do you remember that day we flew kites ”
I stopped in my dash between stove and sink. The locked door flew open and with it a rush of memories. “Come on”, I told my little girl. “You're right, it's too good a day to miss.”
Another decade passed. We were in the aftermath (余波) of a great war. All evening we had been asking our returned soldier, the youngest Patrick Boy, about his experiences as a prisoner of war. He had talked freely, but now for along time he had been silent. What was he thinking of —what dark and horrible things
“Say!” As mile slipped out from his lips. “Do you remember—no, of course you wouldn't. It probably didn't make the impression on you as it did on me,”
I hardly dared speak. “Remember what ”
“I used to think of that day a lot in POW camp (战俘营), when things weren't too good. Do you remember the day we flew the kites ”
41. Mrs. Patrick was laughing guiltily because she thought ____________.
A. she was too old to fly kites
B. her husband would make fun of her
C. she should have been doing her housework then
D. her girls weren't supposed to play the boys' game
42. By “we were all beside ourselves”, the writer means that they all ____________.
A. felt confused B. went wild with joy C. looked on D. forgot their fights
43. What did the writer think after the kite-flying
A. The boys must have had more fun than the girls.
B. They should have finished their work before playing.
C. Her parents should spend more time with them.
D. All the others must have forgotten that day.
44. Why did the writer finally agree to take her little girl for an outing
A. She suddenly remembered her duty as mother.
B. She was reminded of the day they flew kites
C. She had finished her work in the kitchen.
D. She thought it was a great day to play outside.
45. The youngest Patrick boy is mentioned to show that ____________.
A. the writer was not alone in treasuring her fond memories.
B. his experience in POW camp threw a shadow over his life
C. childhood friendship means so much to the writer
D. people like him really changed a lot after the war
C
Before the end of the year, employees at Ubiquitous Energy, a company in Redwood City, Calif, will gather in a window-lined conference room to stare toward the future. That's because their new glass windows will offer more than an amazing view of the mountains and blue skies of the North California landscape. They will also function as solar panels(太阳能电池板), able to power the company's lights, computers and air conditioners.
Several years in the making, Ubiquitous’ energy-producing glass is a great technological achievement whose power lies in the layers of organic polymers (聚合物) between sheets of glass. As light enters the window, the flow of electrons between the polymer layers creates an electric current, which is then collected by tiny wires in the glass.
“It's sort of like a transparent (透明的) computer display run backwards,” says Veeral Hardev, director of business development at Ubiquitous Energy. “That is, instead of electricity being sent to different points in a display to light them up, light is producing electricity to be sent out of different points in the window.”
Right now the windows produce about a third as much electricity from a given amount of sunlight as the typical solar batteries used in roof panels (板) , and these windows, about half as transparent as ordinary glass, don't work as well as transparent ones. But those standards are already enough to make the windows a promising product, says Hardev, adding the company is likely to improve the transparency significantly. As for the lower output of electricity, he notes that windows can cover a much greater surface area than a roof, so numerous windows will produce a surprisingly larger amount of electricity than the production from a rooftop full of higher-efficiency solar panels. “You could do both.” says Hardev. “But you'll get more from the windows. The biggest challenge, he adds, is to make the windows from less than two square feet currently to about 50 square feet.”
46. What makes the new glass windows special
A. They can offer an amazing view. B. They are controlled by computers.
C. They can power the conference room. D. They can help stare toward the future.
47. What is Hardev trying to explain in paragraph 3
A. Where the light comes from B. The importance of different points
C. The similarity of computers and glass D. How the energy-producing glass works
48. What can affect power production according to the passage
A. The transparency of the glass. B. The quality of the rooftop.
C. The height of the solar panels. D. The thickness of the glass.
49. What is the biggest problem Ubiquitous Energy needs to solve
A. To change the window structure B. To increase the size of the window
C. To protect the windows from lighting D. To fix windows reasonably in an office
50. Which of the following is the best title for the passage
A. Windows: A New Challenge of Technology
B. Windows: No Longer Just for Letting in the Light
C. Power: A Pressing Problem in the Near Future
D. Power: Not Enough from Rooftop Solar Panels
D
In today's digital age, where a vast ocean of information is just a click away, the question arises: can one learn too much Given that no individual can grasp the entirety of human knowledge. However, there exists a phenomenon where excessive learning can lead to inaction, a state of being overwhelmed by too much information.
Consider a scenario where you're eager to achieve a particular goal. You begin by conducting extensive research, diving deep into the subject. As you absorb more information, it paradoxically (矛盾地) feels like your understanding diminishes. Each new concept or strategy reveals further layers, making the goal seem more complex and out of reach.
This situation is a common trap: the endless pursuit of more information. Although gaining comprehensive knowledge is valuable, that is to say there's nothing wrong with learning a lot, issues arise when this pursuit obstructs (阻碍) practical application. If learning continuously prevents you from starting, you'll find yourself stuck, unable to achieve your desired outcomes.
An alternative and more effective approach to achieving goals is to strike a balance between learning and doing. Gather essential information, then transition into action swiftly, even if you feel somewhat unprepared. This is often the best way to learn, as hands-on experience provides insights that theoretical knowledge alone cannot.
The comparison with a baby learning to walk is a good example here. A baby doesn't learn to walk by siting and analyzing the process. Instead, it learns by attempting to walk, falling, and then understanding from each fall what works and what doesn't. Through repeated effort, walking is eventually mastered. This method is applicable to goal achievement too. By engaging in action, learning from the outcomes, and adjusting accordingly, you gradually move closer to your goals.
In summary, while the pursuit of knowledge is valuable, it's crucial not to let it become a barrier to action. Learning should be a stepping stone to doing, not an end in itself. It's through the interplay of gathering knowledge and applying it that we can truly progress towards our aspirations. This balanced approach is key to overcoming the paralysis (停顿) of overlearning and actively moving towards realizing your ambitions.
51. What problem does the digital age present in learning
A. Too much information. B. Learning to inaction.
C. Online distractions. D. Technical issues.
52. What stops people from achieving the goal
A. The distraction caused by unrelated tasks. B. The inability to find relevant information.
C. The confusion caused by the information. D. The desire to learn basic concept or strategy
53. Why is practical experience important in the learning process
A. It replaces continuous learning. B. It is irrelevant in gaining knowledge.
C. It holds back theoretical understanding. D. It offers a comprehensive understanding.
54. The example “baby learning to walk” mentioned in Paragraph 5 is used to ____________.
A. compare different learning styles B. show the importance of making mistakes
C. emphasize the need for parental guidance D. explain learning through action and experience
55. What makes the best title for the passage
A. The Paradox of Information Overload B. The Harmony of Learning and Doing
C. The Pursuit of Balanced Knowledge D. The Process of Learning to Walk
IV. 阅读表达
Just like everyone, I have experienced ups and downs in my life. I am an aerospace engineer from India, I was told by my relatives, close friends and others that it was hard for a non-IT student to pursue a master's degree in IT and graduate from a US university.
I had never taken courses related to computers or programming I was never interested in being a programmer, but things changed. I became so fascinated with the convenience IT has brought to our life that I made up my mind in chasing a master's degree in IT.
At first, I came across too many difficulties and ing from a middle-class family, the huge cost per credit was a big issue. My English accent was terrible. Most importantly, the course seemed impossible at first. Although I felt so discouraged and frustrated, I never thought of giving up.
Then I decided to choose my university because it promised its students to help them learn practically. During my first month, it was difficult to understand the Americans accent and finish my assignments. But I never gave in. I walked two miles to the university every day so that I could use my travel money to buy a meal. I started looking for jobs and I got an offer to work as a student assistant, which meant lifting benches and chairs every day.
I took all these challenges as my chances, and I believed that hard work was my strength. Right now I am graduating with a GPA of 3. 96/4 and a job offer from a multinational company that has asked me to start right after graduation.
When you have a dream to realize, there is nothing that can stop you. All you need is the diligence and persistence. Hard work always pays off. Having a determined will is also necessary.
56. Why did the author's family and friends say that it was hard for him to pursue a master's degree in IT (no more than 8 words)
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57. What does the underlined part in paragraph 2 mean (no more than 5 words)
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58. What is the main idea of paragraph 3 (no more than 10 words)
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59. What made the author graduate with a higher GPA and a good job offer (no more than 5 words)
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60. How does the author's story inspire you (no more than 25 words)
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V. 书面表达
假设你叫李华，你将作为高三毕业生代表，在毕业晚会上用英文作一简短的告别演讲，内容包括：
1、对三年高中生活的怀念；
2、对老师的感谢；
3、对母校的祝福。
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参考答案及解析
I. 单项选择
1-5 DBCBA 6-10 CCDBD 11-15 CADCB
1. D
【详解】考查情景交际。句意：——这个周末我要去加拿大旅游。你能告诉我你在那里的经历吗 ——当然可以。我们去那边聊吧。A. It's up to you这取决于你；B. Forget it没关系，别提它了；C. My pleasure不客气，很乐意效劳；D. By all means可以，当然行。根据“Would you tell me about your experiences there ”和“Let's chat about it over there.”可知，对方答应了请求，应说By all means。故选D。
2. B
【详解】考查代词辨析。句意：一项研究表明，参加课外活动的学生比不参加的学生更快乐。此处指代上文the students, 应用those。故选B。
3. C
【详解】考查形容词词义辨析。句意：地震中的受害者们急需帮助。我们应该立即为他们做点什么。A. abnormal异常的；B. anxious焦虑的；C. desperate极度渴望的；D. aggressive好斗的。结合句意可知，此处是指受灾的人们急需帮助，形容词desperate符合题意。故选C。
4. B
【详解】考查时态和主谓一致。句意：多年来，不止一代的学生对他的勇敢和他寻找真理的科学方法感到惊讶。根据时间状语“For many years”可知，用现在完成时；“more than one+单数名词”作主语时，谓语动词要用单数形式。故选B。
5. A
【详解】考查连词。句意：由于我的头脑清醒了，我的大脑开始运转得更好了。A. now that既然；B. although虽然；C. due to由于；D. despite prep. 尽管，虽然。根据句子结构和意思可知，这里需要连词，表示“因为，由于”的意思，引导原因状语从句。故选A。
6. C
【详解】考查非谓语动词和主语从句。句意：斯蒂芬·库里激励着别人相信自己，他是一个活生生的例子，证明了别人对你的看法并不一定会影响你成为什么样的人。第一空inspire与逻辑主语构成主动关系，故用现在分词作状语；第二空引导主语从句，从句缺少宾语，指事物应用what引导。故选C。
7. C
【详解】考查动词短语辨析。句意：由于新闻报道漏掉了一些重要的信息，我们无法对整个事情有一个清楚的了解。A. dropped out辍学；B. turnout结果是；C. left out遗漏；D. put out熄灭。根据上文“We cannot get a clear picture about the whole thing”可知，无法对整个事情有一个清楚的了解是因为新闻报道漏掉了一些重要的信息。故选C。
8. D
【详解】考查名词词义辨析。句意：他不追求名声，避开聚光灯，带着坚定的决心回到中国。A. integrity正直；B. assumption假设；C. innovation革新；D. resolution决心。结合句意，钱学森下定决心回国。故选D。
9. B
【详解】考查介词短语辨析。句意：如果你知道急救方法，在紧急情况下你会更冷静，更乐于助人。A. in spite of尽管；B. in case of万一，若发生某事；C. on account of由于；D. on the basis of根据；。由句意可知，该句表示如果你知道急救知识，若发生紧急情况则会更冷静，更乐于助人。故选B项。
10. D
【详解】考查地点状语从句。句意：虽然Rio对于市场了解不多，但是他在其他更加见多识广的管理者失败的地方成功了。A. as当……时，引导时间状语从句；B. unless除非，引导条件状语从句；C. what什么，引导名词性从句；D. where表示哪里，引导地点状语从句。这里表示Rio对于市场了解不多，但是在市场上成功了，表示的是抽象地点。succeed是不及物动词，主句结构完整，从句修饰整个句子作地点状语，应用where引导。故选D。
11. C
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：据报道，当地卫生组织成立于25年前，当时奥杜邦博士成为该组织的第一任主席。此处是固定搭配：be reported to do意为“据报道”, 所以空白处要填“to do”的形式。set up这一动作发生在is reported之前，所以要用完成态，“set up”和逻辑主语local health organization之间是被动关系，用被动语态，空处应填to have been set up。故选C。
12. A
【详解】考查时态。句意：我本打算给你一个测验，但经过仔细考虑，我选择让你反思一下你的练习。根据“I chose to let you reflect on your exercises.”可知，“had intended to do sth”表示本打算做某事，实际上却未做，符合句意。故选A。
13. D
【详解】考查定语从句关系词。句意：1975年以后，美国周围的大鲨鱼数量迅速下降，很快世界范围内的大鲨鱼数量也下降了，这不仅是因为对鲨鱼的恐惧，也是因为捕杀鲨鱼。分析句子可知，空处引导非限制性定语从句且在从句中作主语，故应用关系代词which。故选D。
14. C
【详解】考查情态动词辨析。句意：突然醒来会导致心率加快和高血压。A. must一定；B. would将会；C. can可能；D. shall将要。此处表示推测，表示客观上的可能性，用can。故选C。
15. B
【详解】考查交际用语。句意：我鼓起勇气参加10月15日即将到来的马拉松比赛。但恐怕我不能完成。去努力争取。你去尝试之前永远不会知道。A. Enjoy yourself玩得开心；B. Go for it去吧，努力争取；C. Do as you like按照你喜欢的去做；D. Take your time慢慢来。由下文“You never know until you try. ”可知，此处表示鼓励你去尝试，即努力争取。故选B。
Ⅱ. 完型填空
16. A 17. C 18. D 19. A 20. B
21. D 22. B 23. A 24. C 25. D
26. B 27. C 28. A 29. D 30. C
31. C 32. A 33. B 34. D 35. B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要介绍了作者作为交换生在澳大利亚昆士兰科技大学的经历。
16. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：从机场到昆士兰科技大学只有短短20分钟的车程，但我非常享受。A. enjoyed喜欢、享受；B. predicted预测；C. suspected怀疑；D. planned计划。根据前文“It was only a short 20-minute drive from the airport to Queensland University of Technology (QUT), but”可知，虽然这段路程不长，但作者很享受。故选A项。
17. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我的司机非常友好，一路上给我讲了很多澳大利亚文化。A. curious好奇的；B. strange奇怪的；C. friendly友好的；D. lonely孤独的。根据前文“I _______it a lot. ”及后文“told me a lot about Australian culture along the way”可知，司机很友善。故选C项。
18. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在离开家之前，我对即将拥有的经历有一个很好的畅想。A. arriving到达；
B. returning返回；C. moving移动；D. leaving离开。根据前文“Before”及后文“I had a fair idea”可知，离家之前，作者畅想了自己将会遇到的事情。故选D项。
19. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在离开家之前，我对我即将拥有的经历有一个很好的畅想。A. experience体验，经历；B. behavior行为；C. position位置；D. result结果。根据后文“would be like”及“When O-Week at QUT finally happened, I felt that my life here really lived up to my first ______”可知，作者离家之前，畅想了自己在昆士兰科技大学将会拥有什么样的经历。故选A项。
20. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当在昆士兰科技大学的迎新周终于到来时，我觉得我在这里的生活真的达到了我最初的期望。A. requirements要求；B. expectations期待；C. challenges挑战；D. grades分数。根据前文“Before leaving home, I had a fair idea of what my ______would be like. ”可知，这里的生活达到了作者最初的期望。故选B项。
21. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：为期一周的活动不仅让我参加了不同的俱乐部和社团，也让我有机会探索昆士兰科技大学的校园。A. warned警告；B. forced强迫；C. taught教授；D. allowed允许。根据后文“but also gave me a chance to __________QUT’s campus.”可知，迎新周的活动让作者参加了不同的俱乐部和社团。故选D项。
22. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：为期一周的活动不仅让我参加了不同的俱乐部和社团，也让我有机会探索昆士兰科技大学的校园。A. expand扩展；B. explore探索；C. compare比较；D. contact联系。根据前文“it also gave me a chance to”及后文“QUT’s campus”可知，迎新周的活动让作者有机会探索昆士兰科技大学的校园。故选B项。
23. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我喜欢迎新周的氛围。A. atmosphere氛围；B. invitation邀请；C. purpose目的；D. origin起源。根据后文“It was really lively”可知，迎新周很活跃，作者很喜欢迎新周的氛围。故选A项。
24. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我有机会认识很多人。A. responsibility责任；B. stability稳定；C. opportunity机会；D. ability能力。根据后文“to meet so many people”可知，迎新周给了作者认识新朋友的机会。故选C项。
25. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：与不同文化的人互动真的让人大开眼界。A. green-hand新手；B. trouble-maker惹麻烦的人；C. record-holder记录保持者；D. eye-opener使人大开眼界的事物。根据前文“Interacting with different cultures first-hand”可知，与不同文化的人互动可以开阔眼界。故选D项。
26. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我觉得这正是我想象中的澳大利亚生活。A. denied否认；B. pictured想象；C. declared宣布；D. misunderstood误解。根据前文“When O-Week at QUT finally happened, I felt that my life here really lived up to my first ___________”可知，作者觉得这正是自己想象中的澳大利亚生活的样子。故选B项。
27. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我真的很兴奋终于体验到这一点!A. embarrassed尴尬的；B. shocked震惊的；C. excited激动的；D. relaxed放松的。根据前文“I felt this was exactly how I ________life in Australia would be like.”及后文“finally experience this”可知，体验到自己梦想的澳大利亚的生活使作者感到激动。故选C项。
28. 考查动词短语辨析。句意：在我的新家安顿下来后，我发现在布里斯班的生活很不一样。A. settling into安置；B. figuring out弄清楚；C. paying a visit拜访；D. getting around四处走动。根据后文“I found that living in Brisbane was quite different”可知，作者在新家安顿下来，开始了解当地的生活。故选A项。
29. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我有了做更多事情的自由，而且没有限制我什么时候可以做。A. patience耐心；B. power力量；C. excuse借口；D. freedom自由。根据后文“and had no limits on _______I could do them. ”可知，作者有了做更多事情的自由。故选D项。
30. 考查疑问词辨析。句意：我有了做更多事情的自由，而且没有限制我什么时候可以做。A. why为什么；B. where哪里；C. when什么时候；D. how怎么样。根据前文“I had the ________to do a lot more”及后文“For example, have you ever wanted pancakes at 6 am Say no more”可知，作者居住的地方很便利，在任何时间都可以做自己想做的事情。故选C项。
31. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我最喜欢的一家餐馆离我的住处只有2分钟的步行路程。A. laboratory实验室；B. destination目的地；C. accommodation住处；D. company公司。根据前文“For example, have you ever wanted pancakes at 6 am Say no more”及“one of my favorite restaurants was only a 2-minute walk away from”可知，作者居住的地方很便利，餐馆离住处很近。故选C项。
32. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：此外，我发现与当地人会面和工作非常有趣，还可以了解他们积极的生活和工作态度。A. interesting有趣的；B. inconvenient不方便的；C. demanding要求高的；D. ordinary普通的。根据前文“Interacting with different cultures first-hand was really a(n) ______”及后文“to meet and work with the locals”可知，接触不同文化的人是非常有趣的。故选A项。
33. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：此外，我发现与当地人会面和工作非常有趣，还可以了解他们积极的生活和工作态度。A. sudden突然的；B. positive积极的；C. different不同的；D. foolish愚蠢的。根据后文“attitude to life and work”可知，当地人积极的工作和生活态度是值得学习的。故选B项。
34. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我非常喜欢澳大利亚，当我的经历结束时，我感到非常难过。A. proud自豪的；B. confused困惑的；C. satisfied满意的；D. sad悲伤的。根据前文“I loved Australia so much”及后文“when my experience came to a(n) ________”可知，作者热爱澳大利亚，所以当作为交换生的经历结束时会感到非常难过。故选D项。
35. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我非常喜欢澳大利亚，当我的经历结束时，我感到非常难过。A. point要点；B. end结束；C. crisis危机；D. choice选择。根据前文“I loved Australia so much that I felt very”可知，作者热爱澳大利亚，所以当作为交换生的经历结束时会感到非常难过。故选B项。
Ⅲ. 阅读理解
36. B 37. C 38. C 39. D 40. D
【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章介绍了几个国家需要的志愿者项目并介绍了全球志愿者组织的历史。
36. 细节理解题。根据第二段中Lori Wedeking说的话“After 30 programs in Poland, I've received more than I've given. All benefit from this partnership—the future leaders of this great nation, and volunteers who fall in love with the beautiful people and culture. (在波兰参加了30个项目后，我得到的比我给予的要多。所有人都从这种伙伴关系中受益——这个伟大国家的未来领导人，以及爱上美丽人民和文化的志愿者)”可知，Lori Wedeking在波兰有一段愉快的经历。故选B。
37. 细节理解题。根据Tanzania部分中“Support a community quest for development through food and nutrition, health and education projects. (通过粮食和营养、健康和教育项目支持社区寻求发展)”可知，坦桑尼亚需要发展粮食和营养的项目。故选C。
38. 细节理解题。根据Nepal部分中“Teach conversational English and business management, help repair living and learning spaces, provide support and training for marginalized women, and nurture impoverished children. (教授英语会话和商业管理，帮助修复生活和学习空间，为边缘妇女提供支持和培训，并教育贫困儿童)”可知，尼泊尔需要修复生活空间的项目。故选C。
39. 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“As Seija Webb, an eight-time global volunteer says, 'Volunteering abroad holds magic on so many fronts. It's the springboard for my global explorations. I can't imagine one without the other anymore. '(正如曾八次担任全球志愿者的Seja Webb所说，‘在国外做志愿者在很多方面都有魔力。这是我全球探索的跳板。我再也无法想象一个没有另一个了。’)”可知，Seija Webb经常做志愿者，而且她喜欢在国外做志愿者。故选D。
40. 推理判断题。根据全文内容，结合第一段中“You can make a difference to the life of others by signing up for a volunteer vacation. (你可以通过报名参加志愿者假期来改变他人的生活)”可知，文章介绍了几个国家需要的志愿者项目，所以最有可能是写给想当志愿者的人。故选D。
41. C 42. B 43. D 44. B 45. A
【分析】这是一篇温馨的回忆记叙文。文章讲述了我在小时候一次放风筝的经历中体验到的快乐。虽然是春季大扫除忙碌的时候，但是几个男生放风筝的动作引起了男人和妇女们的注意，他们纷纷停止手中的活，来享受这片刻的自由和宁静。当我回到家，却以为大家都忘记了这次放风筝的美好回忆而感到尴尬。多年之后我发现，其实这么美好的回忆不止我记住了。
41. 推理判断题。文章开头说：“It was Saturday. As always, it was a busy one, for 'Six days shall you labor and do all your work'。Mother and Mrs. Patrick were engaged in spring cleaning。”星期六是像往常一样忙碌的一天，母亲和帕特里克太太在从事春季大扫除。第二段又说母亲招呼女孩们一起看男生放风筝，而帕特里克太太也去了。所以她为在最忙的时候没做大扫除而内疚。故选C。
42. 语义猜测题。定位到第五段“Even our fathers dropped their tools and joined us. Our mothers took their turn laughing like schoolgirls. I think we were all beside ourselves. Parents forgot their duty and their dignity; children forgot their everyday fights and little jealousies. ”我们的父亲放下工具加入我们，母亲也转身笑得像少女，父母们忘了他们的责任和尊贵的身份，小孩子们忘记了每天的争执和小嫉妒。而这都是特别开心的表现。故选B。
43. 细节理解题。定位到第六段第四句话The strange thing was, we didn't mention that day afterward. I felt a little embarrassed. Surely none of the others had been as excited as I很奇怪的是，我们竟然压根没有提到那天放风筝的事情，我甚至感到有一些尴尬。当然，那个时候没有谁比我更激动。由此可看出作者以为在放风筝之后，大家一定都忘记了那天的快乐。故选D。
44. 细节理解题。定位到底九、十段。当我的三岁的小女孩跟我说去公园看鸭子的时候，我说我有很多事情要做而拒绝了。但是母亲的一句话Do you remember that day we flew kites "让我打开了记忆的匣子，想起了那个放风筝的时候。“Come on,” It old my little girl. “You're right, its too good a day to miss.”然后跟我的女孩说：“你说的对极了，这是一个值得纪念的日子。故最后我答应我的女儿去公园是因为我想起了我放风筝的那个时光。故选B。
45. 推理判断题。“I used to think of that day a lot in POW camp(战俘营), when things weren't too good. Do you remember the day we flew the kites "最后一段帕特里克的男孩谈到自己在战俘营的时候，当有不好的事情发生他总是想到他们一起放风筝那个美好的时光。因此这么美好的回忆不是作者我一个人记住了，其实我的母亲，帕特里克的男孩他们都记得。故选A。
46. C 47. D 48. A 49. B 50. B
【解析】本文是一片说明文。主要介绍了一种能为公司的电灯、电脑和空调供电的产能玻璃。
46. 细节理解题。根据第一段“They will also function as solar panels (太阳能电池板), able to power the company's lights, computers and air conditioners. (它们也能当太阳能电池板，为公司的电灯、电脑和空调供电。)”可知，新的玻璃窗与众不同的是它们可以为会议室供电。故选C项。
47. 细节理解题。根据第三段““It's sort of like a transparent (透明的) computer display run backwards,”says Veeral Hardev, director of business development at Ubiquitous Energy. “That is, instead of electricity being sent to different points in a display to light them up, light is producing electricity to be sent out of different points in the window.”(这有点像一台反向运行的透明电脑显示器，Ubiquitous Energy的业务开发主管Veeral Hardev表示。他说‘不是把电传送到显示器的不同点来点亮它们，而是把产生的电从窗口的不同点传送出去。’)”可知，Veeral Hardev在第三段话中想要解释的是产生电能的新玻璃窗的工作原理。故选D项。
48. 推理判断题。根据第四段“these windows, about half as transparent as ordinary glass, don't work as well as transparent ones. But those standards are already enough to make the windows a promising product, says Hardev adding the company is likely to improve the transparency significantly. (这些窗户的透明度只有普通玻璃的一半，但却不如透明玻璃那么好用。Hardev说，公司可能会大幅度提高透明度。)”可知，玻璃的透明度会影响发电量。故选A项。
49. 细节理解题。根据最后一段“The biggest challenge, he adds, is to make the windows from less than two square feet currently to about 50 square feet. (他补充到，最大的挑战是让窗户从现在的不到2平方英尺增加到50平方英尺。)”可知，Ubiquitous Energy公司目前最大的问题是要把窗户变大，故选B项。
50. 主旨大意题。通读全文尤其是第一段可知，Ubiquitous Energy公司研发的新玻璃不仅可以让光线进入屋内，它们还可以为公司的灯，电脑和空调供电。由此可知，B项符合文章内容。故选B项。
51. A 52. C 53. D 54. D 55. B
【导语】本文为一篇议论文。在数字时代，过量的信息会造成学习停滞的问题，因此，在学习过程中，实践经验能帮助我们更全面的理解学习的知识，从而实现目标。
51. 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“In today's digital age, where a vast ocean of information is just a click away, the question arises: can one learn too much Given that no individual can grasp the entirety of human knowledge. However, there exists a phenomenon where excessive learning can lead to inaction, a state of being overwhelmed by too much information. (在今天的数字时代，海量的信息只需点击一下，问题就来了：一个人会不会学得太多 因为没有人能掌握人类的全部知识。然而，有一种现象是，过度学习可能导致无所作为，一种被太多信息淹没的状态)”可知，数字时代给学习提供了太多的信息。故选A项。
52. 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“You begin by conducting extensive research, diving deep into the subject. As you absorb more information, it paradoxically feels like your understanding diminishes. Each new concept or strategy reveals further layers, making the goal seem more complex and out of reach. (你首先要进行广泛的研究，深入研究这个主题。当你吸收的信息越多，你的理解力就越差。每一个新的概念或策略都揭示出更深的层次，使目标看起来更加复杂和遥不可及)”可知，过多的信息会让理解变得更加复杂和遥不可及，即使理解变得更混乱。故选C项。
53. 细节理解题。根据文章倒数第三段“An alternative and more effective approach to achieving goals is to strike a balance between learning and doing. Gather essential information, then transition into action swiftly, even if you feel somewhat unprepared. This is often the best way to learn, as hands-on experience provides insights that theoretical knowledge alone cannot. (实现目标的另一种更有效的方法是在学习和实践之间取得平衡。收集必要的信息，然后迅速采取行动，即使你觉得有些措手不及。这通常是最好的学习方式，因为实践经验提供了理论知识无法提供的见解)”可知，在学习过程中，实际经验是重要的，因为它可以通过实践帮助理解信息，提供一个全面的理解。故选D项。
54. 推理判断题。根据倒数第三段“An alternative and more effective approach to achieving goals is to strike a balance between learning and doing. Gather essential information, then transition into action swiftly, even if you feel somewhat unprepared. This is often the best way to learn, as hands-on experience provides insights that theoretical knowledge alone cannot. (实现目标的另一种更有效的方法是在学习和实践之间取得平衡。收集必要的信息，然后迅速采取行动，即使你觉得有些措手不及。这通常是最好的学习方式，因为实践经验提供了理论知识无法提供的见解)”和倒数第二段“A baby doesn't learn to walk by sitting and analyzing the process. Instead, it learns by attempting to walk, falling, and then understanding from each fall what works and what doesn't. Through repeated effort, walking is eventually mastered. This method is applicable to goal achievement too. By engaging inaction, learning from the outcomes, and adjusting accordingly, you gradually move closer to your goals. (婴儿不是通过坐着和分析走路的过程来学习走路的。相反，它通过尝试走路和摔倒来学习，然后从每次跌倒中了解什么有用，什么没用。通过反复的努力，最终学会了走路。这种方法也适用于目标实现。通过参与行动，从结果中学习，并做出相应的调整，你会逐渐接近你的目标)”可知，通过“婴儿学习走路”的例子可以解释通过行动和经验来学习这个观点。故选D项。
55. 主旨大意题。根据文章全文，尤其是最后一段“In summary, while the pursuit of knowledge is valuable, it's crucial not to let it become a barrier to action. Learning should be a stepping stone to doing, not an end in itself. It's through the interplay of gathering knowledge and applying it that we can truly progress towards our aspirations. (总之，虽然追求知识是有价值的，但重要的是不要让它成为行动的障碍。学习应该是行动的垫脚石，而不是目的本身。只有通过收集知识和应用知识的相互作用，我们才能真正朝着我们的愿望前进)”可知，本文介绍在学习过程中，应将信息和实践相结合，这样能更好地实现目标。B选项“学与做的和谐”与本文主旨相符。
IV. 阅读表达
56. Because he was a non-IT student
57. Became so attracted by. /Became so obsessed with.
58. The difficulties and setbacks the writer met.
59. His hard work.
60. We can realize our dream through hard work, a determined will, diligence and persistence
解析：
56. Because he was a non-IT student. 细节理解题。根据第一段的I was told by my relatives, close friends and others that it was hard for a non-IT student to pursue a master's degree in IT and graduate from a US university. 可知，作者的家人和朋友说他很难获得IT的硕士学位，因为他是一个非IT专业的学生。故填Because he was a non-IT student
57. became so attracted by/became so obsessed with. 词义猜测题。根据第二段I became so fascinated with the convenience IT has brought to our life that I made up my mind io chase a master's degree in IT. 我被它给我们的生活带来的便利深深地吸引住了，我决定要攻读它的硕士学位。became so fascinated with意为"被吸引", 故填became so attracted by/became so obsessed with.
58. The difficulties and setbacks the writer met. 段落大意题。根据第三段的At first, I came across too many difficulties and setbacks一开始，我遇到了太多的困难和挫折。可知，本段主要介绍作者遇到的困难和挫折。故填The difficulties and setbacks the writer met.
59. His hard work. 细节理解题。根据第五段的I took all these challenges as my chances, and I believed that hard work was my strength. Right now I am graduating with a GPA of 3. 96/4 and a job offer from a multinational company that has asked me to start right after graduation. 我把所有这些挑战当作机会，我相信努力工作是我的优势，现在我以3. 96/4的平均成绩毕业，一家跨国公司给我提供了一份工作，要求我在毕业后马上开始工作。可知，是作者的努力让他获得高的GPA还有一份工作。故填His hard work.
60. We can realize our dream through hard work, a determined will, diligence and persistence. 细节理解题. 根据最后一段的When you have a dream to realize, there is nothing that can stop you. All you need is the diligence and persistence. Hard work always pays off. Having a determined will is also necessary. 当你有一个梦想要实现时，没有什么能阻止你。你需要的只是勤奋和坚持。努力工作总是有回报的。有坚定的意志也是必要的。可知，通过努力，意志力，勤奋和坚持我们可以实现梦想。故填We can realize our dream through hard work, a determined will, diligence and persistence. 作者通过亲身经历告诉我们如果想实现某个目标，只要不断努力不放弃，没有不可能实现的事。
V. 书面表达
Sample version:
In a couple of weeks, we'll say goodbye to our mother school. How time flies! Now it’s really hard for me to put my feelings into words. The past three years has been really a wonderful journey with you guys, full of laughter and tears.
To make the journey safe and fruitful, our great teachers contributed their time, energy, love and the whole heart. Here, we are extremely grateful for all that you, dear teachers, have done for us. It'll soon be the time for us to depart, though unwillingly. But it is not the end. It just means that we're going to begin a new journey.
Finally, on behalf of all the graduates present here, let me extend our sincere wishes for our mother school and respectable teachers. Thank you!
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