2024届福建省莆田市高三下学期三模考试英语试题(含答案，无听力音频有听力原文)

英语试题
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号的黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案涂到答题卡上。
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅再一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What is the man going to do
A. Hold a party. B. Go to the bookstore. C. Celebrate his birthday.
2. When will the man clean up his room
A. In just half an hour. B. After seeing the movie. C. Before going to the cinema.
3. How does the man usually get to his company
A. By subway. B. By car. C. By bike.
4. What was the matter with Alice today
A. She did badly in the math test.
B. She forgot to check her homework.
C. She made many mistakes in all tests.
5. How much should the woman pay in total
A. $ 30. B. $ 18. C. $ 6.
第二节 （共15 小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the probable relationship between Neil and Tim
A. Boss and secretary. B. Driver and passenger. C. Husband and wife.
7. When will Neil and Tim get to the airport tomorrow
A. At about 8:00 am. B. At about 9:00 am. C. At about 5:00 pm.
听第7 段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why does the girl want a baby brother
A. To please her dad. B. To enjoy being a big sister. C. To raise animals together with him.
9. What does the girl hope to do at last
A. Look after her brother. B. Get a cute cat. C. Keep a dog.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What does the man think of air transportation
A. It's the safest way to send goods.
B. Its insurance is always expensive.
C. It's the fastest way of transportation.
11. What does the man recommend to send very heavy machines
A. Sea transportation. B. Air transportation. C. Road transportation.
12. Which is the feature of railway transportation according to the man
A. It is very flexible. B. It brings much pollution. C. It is economical.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. How was Jane's trip to the West Coast
A. Wonderful. B. Terrible. C. Tiring.
14. What was Jane unsatisfied with in Los Angeles
A. The weather. B. The bus service. C. The big noise.
15. What was the weather like on Jane's trip in San Francisco
A. Warm. B. Cold. C. Cool.
16. What attracted Jane most in San Francisco
A. Its small size. B. Its large streets. C. Its beautiful scenery.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What was the writing subject about last year
A. Food. B. A bedroom. C. A place.
18. Who can take part in the writing competition
A. Teenagers. B. Middle-aged people. C. Old people.
19. What will the winners get
A. 500 dollars. B. The club's magazines. C. Free tickets to a zoo.
20. What is the deadline for the entry
A. The 4th next month. B. The 14th next month. C. The 25th next month.
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
For foreign visitors, Morocco in Africa holds an immediate and enduring fascination. Here are some picks to visit.
The Anti-Atlas
In the mountain playground of the Anti-Atlas, travelers can exercise by trying new hiking routes and connect with locals who share their timeless valleys with generosity and warmth. Take some time to connect with the local people living in the region. A glimpse into their simple life and down-to-earth way of being is good for your heart.
Marrakesh
The "pink city" is one of Morocco's must-sees—all your senses come to life here. Feel the city's charm with the rosy colors of the media wall at sunset and the sweet smell of trees in season. For a touch of desert romance, the Agafay Desert and its luxury camping options are within easy reach of Marrakesh, pertect for a night under the stars.
The Sahara Desert
The drive to the Sahara Desert is long, but the emptiness of the Sahara Desert can bring a sense of remoteness that is rare to find these days. Visiting the Moroccan Sahara Desert is an opportunity to disconnect, empty your mind and enjoy being in the middle of nowhere. The wild environment comes to life with a good guide, especially at might when the night sky free of light pollution is filled with stars.
Fez
As the oldest city and study center in Morocco, Fez proudly keeps one foot firmly planted in the past where you will get lost making your way through workshops and market stalls. The fantastically preserved ancient ruins and the Kairaouine Library that is among the world's oldest libraries are worth a visit.
21. What does the trip to the Anti-Atlas feature
A. The foreign too a and dr nk.
B. The enjoyment of the urban life.
C. The physical and spiritual experience.
D. The gift-sharing events in the mountain playground.
22. What can travelers do both in Marrakesh and the Sahara Desert
A. Feel the city's romance.
B. Enjoy the mountainous lifestyle.
C. Sec the scenery of plentiful valleys and runs.
D. Get the chance to spend starry nights outdoors.
23. Which is the best place for history lovers
A. The Anti-Atlas. B. Marrakesh. C. The Sahara Desert. D. Fez.
B
Tokyo restaurant Sushiya no Nohachi reportedly serves great sushi, but it is most famous for its gimmick—making the world's smallest sushi with a single grain of rice.
Located in Asakusa, a slightly quieter part of Tokyo, Sushiya no Nohach i is the place to go if you want to enjoy the tiniest and most adorable sushi in the world. Each piece is made with only a grain of rice and a tiny slice of topping wrapped in the thinnest piece of nori（海苔）. Every served piece is actually perfect, which hints at the amount of work and patience that goes into making them. They are the work of Hironori Ikeno, the chef of Sushiya no Nohachi, who came up with the idea in 2002 when a client asked him how small he could make his sushi. He answered, "It is as small as a grain of rice", and proceeded to demonstrate that he wasn't kidding. Years later, the restaurant became internationally famous for making the world's smallest sushi.
Despite its size, miniature sushi actually takes a bit longer to make than regular-sized Ones, because of the precision and concentration required to put the tiny ingredients together. That is part of the reason why the restaurant only prepares tiny sushi for customers a few times a week and no more than five times a day, although they do sometimes make exceptions for foreign visitors who travel to the restaurant just to experience the world's smallest sushi.
"I had a client from. Sweden who came just to see my tiny sushi and the moment she saw it, she literally cried with joy," Hironori Mheno said.
Interestingly, one cannot simply order the tiny sushi at the restaurant. It is served for free upon request with a regular-sized sushi course. Considering the sushi served at this place is reportedly delicious, you should probably be more excited about that. Plus, it also justifies the gimmick that the restaurant is so famous for.
24. What does the underlined word "gimmick" in paragraph 1 probably refer to
A. A plan to promote the sushi. B. A trick to attract customers. ,
C. A dish to win over opponents. D. A class to teach cooking skills.
25. What made Hironori Ixeno start to make the smallest sushi
A. His pursun for pertection. B. A bet he made with others.
C. The requirement from his boss. D. The curiosity of a castomer.
pared with the regular sushi, the world's smallest sushi _.
A. vakes more time to make B. costs more money to buy
C. sells worse. among customers D. needs more expensive materials
27. What do Hironor Ikeno's words about the Swedish customer show
A. His lack of experience. B. His sense of achievement
C. Diversity of the customers. D. Special treatment to foreigners.,
C
Scientists looking to uncover the mysteries of the underwater world have more valuable information thanks to an international team that has produced a list of species confirmed or expected to produce sound underwater.
Led by Audrey Looby from the University of Florida, the Global Library of Underwater Biological Sounds working group collaborated with the World Register of Marine Species to document 729 mammals（哺乳动物）, fishes, and invertebrates（无脊椎动物） that produce active or passive sounds. In addition, the list includes another 21,911 species that are considered to likely produce sounds.
"With more than 70% of the Earth's surface covered by water, most of the planet's habitats are aquatic, and there is a misconception that most aquatic organisms are silent. The newly published comprehensive digital database on what animals are known to make sounds is the first of its kind and can revolutionize marine and aquatic science," the researchers said.
"Listening to underwater sounds can reveal a lot of information about the species that produce them and is useful for a variety of applications, ranging from fisheries management, invasive species detection to assessing human environmental impacts," said Looby, who also co-created Fish Sounds, which offers a collection of fish sound production research records.
The team's research was published in. S7ientific Lata and involved 19 authors from six countries. "Understanding how marine species interact with their environments is of global importance, and this data being freely available is a major step toward that goal," said Kleran Cox, a member of the research team.
"Most people are familiar with whale or dolphin sounds but are often surprised to learn that many fishes and invertebrates use sounds to communicate, too," Looby said. "Our database helps demonstrate how widespread underwater sound production really is across a variety of animals, but we still have a lot to learn."
28. Why is the data listed in paragraph 2
A. To show the types of biological sounds.
B. To show the sum of documents on animals.
C. To show the species of underwater animals.
D. To show the number of the sound-producing species.
29. What is people's misunderstanding according to the text
A. Most fishes can't make sounds.
B. Many mammals can live in water.
C. Different species can communicate.
D. Ocean animals can't get onto the land.
30. What is the goal mentioned by Kieran Cox
A. To document ocean animals' sounds.
B. To set up a free database for scientists.
C. To learn how ocean animals communicate.
D. To publish the team's research in Scientific Data.
31. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To call on people to protect ocean animals.
B. To introduce the finding of a research team.
C. To list the animals that can produce sounds
D To uncover the mysterious underwater world.
D
A humanoid robot can relay video and touch sensations to a person wearing a haptic（触觉的） feedback suit and a virtual reality (VR) headset hundreds of klilometres away offering away for people to attend events without travelling.
The iCub 3 robot is a 52-kilogram and 125-centimetre-tall robot with 54 joints across its body. Its head contains two cameras where a human's eyes would be, and an Internet-connected computer where the brain would go. Along with the cameras, sensors covering its body send data no the robot's "brain". These sensations are then reproduced on a suit and VR headset worn by a remote human operator
When the operators react to what they see and feel, the suit's sensors pick up the movements and the robot matches them. "The key is to translate every sign al and bit of digital data that can be sent through the network," says Stefano Dafarra, who was part of the itCub3 team. There can be a small delay of up to 100 milliseconds to capture and transmit the visual shots, but the operator can ease this by moving slightly slower than normal.
The team demonstrated the robot at the Venice Biennale, where it wandered through an exhibition while its operator stood 290 kilometres away in Genoa. Dafarra hopes people will use the iCub 3 to attend events-remotely, reducing the need to travel. "But at present, a fall could be hugely damaging to the robot, and it's uncertain whether it could stand up again on its own," he says.
"iCub3 is an interesting robot and offers clear advantages from the previous versions," says Jonathan Aitken, whose laboratory owns a prior version of the robot However, he is disappointed that the team wasn't clear in its research about the data , transmission requirements of the new version of the robot. "It would be good to know just how much data was required, and what the upper and lower bounds were," he says.
32. What's the principle behind the humanoid . robot
A. It conveys sensations to the wearer and acts accordingly.
B. It receives commands from an operator through the Internet.
C. The cameras take Dictures and then interact with the sensors.
D. The computer in the robot processes the data and gives orders.
33. Which aspect of lite may the technology be applied to
A. Virtual tourism. B. Sborts events.
C. Outdoor workouts. D. Medical consultation.
34. What can we infer about iCub 3 from the text
A. It fails to appeal to potential investors.
B. Its present version still requires to be updated.
C. Its performance has not been evaluated clearly.
D. Its transmission of data came across technical problems.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. Humanoid robots with a sense of touch, catch on
B. iCub 3 robot combines with VR to benefit more people
C. Humanoid robots let people see and feel things remotely
D. New advances in technology enable people to travel at work
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。
The holidays can be a divisive season. Because the holidays are full of merriness, some love them. Others can feel troubled by them, affected by the financial pressure and family gatherings often accompanying the holidays. 36 So, what can you do if you're feeling like that Roll your sleeves up. We're going to get real, make a plan and enjoy the holiday atmosphere.
37 This may be obvious for many—you may feel triggered owing to the stress of social events or gift-giving. But others may have a harder time detecting what is going on. Begin tracking how you're feeling on the day-to-day life. You can keep a journal or take a brief walk where you can reflect at the end of your day. Doing this lets you see a pattern of what may be activating your negative feelings.
After getting your triggers written down, let's make a plan. If it is money fueling the discomfort, let's strategize how you can cut down the financial expectations. You can select a thoughtful low-cost decoration or a bunch of flowers. 38 Don't be afraid to let them know your financial condition. If holiday gatherings are extremely stressful, it is time to see how this can shift. Avoiding holiday gatherings altogether isn't possible for most. However, you can consider an excuse that can serve as a reason to leave early. 39
Rethink how to love yourself rather than care for others too much. If you have to be with someone, are you at risk of yourself because of arguments or conflicts 40 Minimizing the time you spend with them is a wise choice.
A. Keep track of your daily actions.
B. It will help you get through the tense situation.
C. Hosting a gathering can be another costly issue.
D. Feeling joyless during the holidays can be really awful.
E. You can also offer meaningful time spent with loved ones.
F. The truth is that it is hard to engage with people who hurt you.
G. Let's begin by identifying what is causing you the intense anxiety.
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。
In a small village, a special knitting（编织） club has become a symbol of community and warmth. 41 by Abby, the club has turned the simple craft of knitting into the powerful force for 42 .
Back to 2018, Abby, a knitting enthusiast, 43 brought together like-minded villagers. And later, their shared 44 blossomed into the club with a mission. The club welcomed all, with the belief that anyone could 45 to knit, and soon it became a place where a sense of community was woven into every stitch （一针）.
Attracting a steady stream of people, the club members weekly gather to work on knitting 46 , like casting on and off, under Abby's guidance. Their hands are hurt by needles, but their hearts are full of 47 , because every little scar is a mark of care for others. The club's true essence lies in its devotion to 48 . Each hand-knit hat and glove is a symbol of love, donated to local 49 institutions that help the homeless.
50 on their purpose, Abby says, "Our knitting is more than a small craft. It's a way to 51 out and support those in need. The club's creations are not just items. They are the result of hours spent choosing the right materials and patterns, and the love 52 into every stitch."
The knitting club is a living narrative of a(n) 53 story of neighbors assisting neighbors and strangers becoming friends. Through knitting, they've created a 54 that warms not only the body, but also the heart. The club stands as a reminder of the impact that 55 acts, like giving a hat or a pair of gloves, can have on the human spirit.
41. A. Restricted B. Purchased C. Canceled D. Sponsored
42. A. unity B. dignity C. politeness D. profit
43. A. barely B. blindly C. initially D. passively
44. A. space B. passion C. major D. house
45. A. regret B. fail C. learn D. agree
46. A. techniques B. materials C. stories D. patterns
47. A. terror B. advice C. possession D. contentment
48. A. speaking up B. dropping in C. giving back D. showing off
49. A. political B. charitable C. architectural D. financial
50. A Bringing B. Looking C. Reflecting D. Counting
51. A. reach B. act C. look D. stand
52. A. persuaded B. tricked C. broken D. sewn
53. A. continuous B. economical C. ridiculous D. conventional
54. A. strategy B. bond C. category D. principle
55. A. self-made B. small-minded C. easy-going D. well-meaning
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。
Chinese scientists have started a scientific expedition to the Mount Qomolangma. 56 total of 170 scientists have begun to do research on water, eco logy and human activity, aiming 57 (reveal) the mechanism of environmental change and optimize the ecological security barrier system on the inghai-Tibet Plateau.
58 (label) as the roof of the world and water tower of Asia, the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is an essential ecological security barrier in China. It is also a natural laboratory for 59 (conduct) research on the evolution of Earth and life, and the relationship between man and Earth. 60 an important part of the research, the ongoing expedition is 61 (particular) important to the study of the impact of climatic and environmental changes in the Mount Qomolangma region on other parts of the world.
The expedition focuses on major scientific. 62 (issue), such as how the extreme high-altitude environment of the Mount Qomolangma changes under the influence of global warming, according to Yao Tandong, 63 is the team leader. "The expedition has realized the 64 (transform) from 'I want to conquer you' to 'I want to understand you', achieved the application of new technologies and resulted in important international influence," he said. So far, many scientific achievements 65 (make).
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
你校正在举行题为“Self-confidence”的英语作文比赛。请你写一篇短文参赛，内容包括：
1.自信的重要性；
2.如何培养自信。
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。
Self-confidence
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。
A powerful storm erupted in North Carolina, causing many roads to be severely damaged and some houses to collapse. In the aftermath of the terrible storm, an animal protection society discovered a surprise at their booster that both broke and warmed their hearts.
The surprise was that a group of baby dogs were left with a sad note, revealing a tale of sympathy in the hardship. The note, written by a homeless man, explained that the heartbreaking circumstancus led him to adopt the baby dogs. He regularly fed theri mother dog, but he discovered that she had unfortunately been hit by a car. Despite his own homelessness, he had provided the baby dogs with a chance to have a better life. However, the storm destroyed his temporary residence, and he had to leave them at the animal protection society's doorstep with a heartfelt request for help.
The note read, "Please help! I was saa to find a local homeless dog that I used to feed when I could, dead by the road. What made me sadder was that her babies were left homeless. I'm sorry for leaving them like this, but I am also homeless and cannot afford to look after them. My heart breaks for them and their mother. I just want them to be taken good care of. I know that it's wrong to abandon them. But please don't think poorly of me. I really don t have any other choice. Sincerely, a homeless man, George."
David、who was in charge of the animal pratecuon society, posted the story, on the social media pages, expressing gratitude to the homeless man and admiration for his selfless act. David assured nim that his kindness, had not gone unnoticed and promised to honor his gesture by offering the baby dogs the love and care they would deserve. David/ also gave an inwitation to him which read, "If you would like, please come to the animal protection society to see how the baby dogs will live, and I think that they will be glad to see you again!"
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。
A few days later, George, the homeless man, walked into the animal protection society.Then George and David started looking for new homes for the baby dogs.
莆田市2024届高中毕业班第四次教学质量检测试卷
英语参考答案
听力部分录音材料
听力部分。该部分分为第一、第二两节。
注意：做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
停顿 00'10"
现在是听力试音时间。
M: Hello. International Friends Club. Can I help you
W: Oh, hello. I read about your club in the paper today and I thought I'd phone to find out a bit more.
M: Yes, certainly. Well, we are a sort of social club for people from different countries. It's quite a new club—we have about 50 members at the moment, but we are growing all the time.
W: That sounds interesting. I'm British actually, and I came to Washington about three months ago. I'm looking for ways to meet people. Er, what kinds of events do you organize
M: Well, we have social get-togethers, and sports events, and we also have language evenings.
W: Could you tell me something about the language evenings
M: Yes. Every day except Thursday we have a language evening. People can come and practice their languages—you know, over a drink or something. We have different languages on different evenings. Monday—Spanish; Tuesday—Italian; Wednesday—German; and Friday—French. On Thursday we usually have a meal in a restaurant for anyone who wants to come.
W: Well, that sounds great. I really need to practice my French.
M: OK. Well, if you can just give me your name and address, I'll send you the form and some more information. If you join now, you can have the first month free.
试音到此结束。
听力考试正式开始。
停顿 00'10"
请看听力部分第一节。
第一节
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。停顿 00'02"
例如：现在你有5秒钟的时间看试卷上的例题。
停顿 00'05"
你将听到以下内容：
M: Excuse me. Can you tell me how much the shirt is
W: Yes, it's nine fifteen.
停顿 00'02"
你将有5秒钟的时间将正确答案标在试卷上。
停顿 00'05"
衬衫的价格为9镑15便士，所以你选择C项，并将其标在试卷上。
现在，你有5秒钟的时间阅读第1小题的有关内容。
停顿 00'05"
(Text 1)
W: There's a sale going on. Would you like to go to the bookstore with me
M: I'd like to. But my uncle is coming to visit us, and I've arranged a party for him. He'll celebrate his 50th birthday.
(Text 2)
W: You always throw your clothes everywhere. And your shoes are all over the floor.
M: Sorry. But can I clean up my room after coming back from the cinema The movie will begin in half an hour.
W: OK.
(Text 3)
W: I know you usually cycle to work. How much time do you spend getting from your home to your company
M: About 30 minutes.
(Text 4)
M: Alice, you didn't do well in today's math test. What was the matter
W: I was in a hurry, and I didn't check my answers.
M: No wonder you made so many mistakes this time.
(Text 5)
W:Do you sell sports shoes, sir
M: Yes, we do. They're on sale at 18 dollars a pair. If you buy 2 pairs, you can save 3 dollars for each pair.
W: I'd like to get 2 pairs.
第一节到此结束。
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。现在，你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。
(Text 6)
M: Good morning. This is Tim. Can I speak to Neil
W: I'm sorry, no. He's having a bath. Can I take a message
M: Yes. Please tell him that as usual, I've arranged his schedule for tomorrow. I've booked the 8:00 am taxi for Flight 730. It'll take us about one hour to get to the airport and catch the flight on time. We'll attend the meeting at 5:00 pm.
W: OK, I'll tell him later.
M: Thanks.
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。现在，你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。
(Text 7)
W: Dad, will I have a baby brother
M: Sweetie, I'm not sure now. You have had two elder brothers. Why do you want a baby brother
W: I think being a big sister will be so much fun!
M: Yes, you can share your favorite toys with him. And you can have fun together.
W: Pretty good! But I think I should keep a pet and learn to share first.
M: Maybe we can get an animal, like a dog or a cat.
W: Yay! That sounds wonderful. I can share my toys with a cute dog!
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。现在，你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。
(Text 8)
W: How do you recommend your clients to send their goods overseas
M: Well, it depends on some factors. For example, if speed is important, we often recommend air transportation.
W: But that's very expensive, isn't it
M: Sure. But it's faster than any means of transportation. And it's better to pay more than to be late. Sometimes, the insurance for air transportation is cheaper than sea transportation.
W: So have you ever recommended shipping goods by sea
M: Yes. If a client has large quantities of goods or very heavy machines, it's the only answer. But it's much slower. And port fees and delays can make it as expensive as air transportation.
W: What about goods that are transported nationally Do you recommend a truck or rail
M: Usually a truck because it's more flexible. One problem with road transportation is the pollution factor, and this is where rail has a definite advantage. Railway transportation saves more time, money and labor.
听下面一段对话，回答第 13 至第16四个小题。现在，你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。
(Text 9)
M: Hi, Jane. Welcome back. How was the West Coast
W: Fantastic! I had a good time. It was really nice to get away from the city for a while.
M: What did you think of Los Angeles
W: Quite good. It's very clean and large. And it has a lot of trees. However, the problem is the bus service. And it's a little difficult to get around by bus. Finally, we had to rent a car.
M: That must be expensive. And was the weather good
W: Oh, yes. It was nice and warm in Los Angeles while it was cool but comfortable in San Francisco.
M: I couldn't believe it was cool in San Francisco.
W: It surprised me a bit, too. We didn't take any sweaters, and people say it's always like that in August. Anyway, I loved it. It's probably the most beautiful city in the US. All those charming mountains, rivers and forests impressed me most.
M: So, do you like it better than Los Angeles
W: Oh, yes. There's much more to see and do in San Francisco. And because it's smaller than Los Angeles, it's a bit easier to get around. There are lots of buses and street cars.
听下面一段独白，回答第17 至第20四个小题。现在，你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。
(Text 10)
W: We are the members in the Culture Club. We love writing very much, and we want young people to love it, too. That's why, once again, we're going to hold a writing competition. Last year, we asked participants to write about their favorite food in the British countryside. This year, the subject is different. We want you to write about your favourite place in Britain. It can be a beach, a forest, a park or a mountain. But it must be outdoors. You can't write about your bedroom! So, if you're between 13 and 19 years old, start writing! Last year, you had to write a 500-word composition, but we have decided to change it this year. This time, you'll only write a composition between 200 and 400 words. The best ones will appear in our club's magazine. The winners will also get free family tickets to the London Zoo. If you want to enter, please send your entry to No. 25, Black Street. Your entry must arrive before the 14th next month. We are looking forward to reading your entries!
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21—23 CDD 24—27 BDAB 28—31 DACB 32—35 AABC 36—40 DGEBF
41—45 DACBC 46—50 ADCBC 51—55 ADABD
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第一节
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Self-confidence
As far as I am concerned, self-confidence is the force that propels us towards our dreams, and the spark that arouses our passions. Without it, we would be like ships without sails.
But how can we cultivate self-confidence Firstly, we must believe in ourselves. Recognize our strengths and accept our weaknesses. Secondly, we should set goals and strive to achieve them. Success breeds confidence, and each accomplishment brings us closer to being the best version of ourselves. Lastly, we need to surround ourselves with positive people, as their support and encouragement can be invaluable.
In conclusion, self-confidence is the key to unlocking our potential. Let's nurture it, cherish it, and let it guide us towards a brighter future.
第二节
参考范文：
A few days later, George, the homeless man, walked into the animal protection society. He introduced himself as the guy who had left behind the baby dogs. The staff welcomed him warmly and spoke highly of his action. They took him to see the baby dogs. He was touched to see them grow up a little. Then he met David and offered to be a volunteer to care for them. David accepted his request and provided him with food and accommodation. As a result, George devoted himself to looking after the baby dogs before they found new owners.
Then George and David started looking for new homes for the baby dogs. They posted pictures of the baby dogs online and told the heart-warming story. Many people were impressed by the homeless man's behavior, and they were happy to adopt these dogs. Soon each baby dog had a new home. The homeless man realized his wish. David suggested that George continue to act as the animal caregiver, and George agreed. It was George's kindness that made him find not only a new home for the baby dogs, but also a new job for himself.