2024年全国新高考II卷英语参考答案
听力
1-5 BAABC
6-10 ABACB
11-15 CBABA
16-20 CBACB
阅读理解
21-23 DAD
本文介绍了卡洛秋季徒步节的四个不同徒步活动的详细信息，包括活动时间、起点、时长和注意事项，旨在满足初学者到资深徒步爱好者的需求。
21. D 细节理解题。由第四个徒步活动的描述“Walk Duration: 1.5 hours”可知，基尔布兰尼斯森林摄影徒步的时长为1.5小时，是所有活动中最短的，故选D项。
22. A 细节理解题。由月光下的星空徒步活动的描述“A torch (手电筒) along with suitable clothing is essential for walking in the dark. Those who are dressed inappropriately will be refused permission to participate.”可知，参与者必须穿合适的衣物，故选A项。
23. D 细节理解题。由所有徒步活动的日期和时间描述可知，活动时间均安排在周末（10月1日和10月2日），因此它们的共同点是都安排在周末进行，故选D项。
24-27 CBAD
本文介绍了旧金山湾区快速交通系统（BART）为了提升乘客体验而推出的一个短篇小说打印亭项目。乘客可以在检票口处选择一篇一分钟、三分钟或五分钟的短篇小说，以纸质收据的形式打印出来。
解析
24. C 细节理解题。根据文中Alicia Trost的话：“We wanted to do something where we do a call to artists in the Bay Area to submit stories for a contest...The winning stories would go into our kiosk and then you would be a published artist.”以及Trost提到的提高乘客体验的目的，可以推断出这个项目是为了满足乘客的需求，故选C项。
25. B 细节理解题。根据文中描述：“you’ll see a kiosk that is lit up and it tells you can get a one-minute, a three-minute, or a five-minute story,”可知，故事是根据长度分类的，故选B项。
26. A 细节理解题。根据文中Trost的话：“We wanted to do something where we do a call to artists in the Bay Area to submit stories for a contest,”可知，Trost最近一直在组织一个故事比赛，故选A项。
27. D 推理判断题。根据文中Trost的话：“So I absolutely think we will get more riders just because of short stories,”可知，Trost认为这个项目会增加BART的乘客量，故选D项。
28-31 CBDA
本文介绍了Babylon Micro-Farm（BMF），一种室内农场系统，极大地缩短了农产品从农场到餐桌的距离，依靠新技术实现了自动化管理和环保种植。
28. C 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Babylon Micro-Farm (BMF) shortens it even more”可知，BMF大大缩短了农产品从农场到餐桌的距离，故选C项。
29. B 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Also, there is a convenient app that provides growing data in real time”可知，这个应用程序提供植物生长的实时数据，故选B项。
30. D 推理判断题。根据最后一段中提到的BMF员工步行或骑自行车上班、鼓励回收和减少垃圾等行为可推断出，他们具有很强的环保意识，故选D项。
31. A 主旨大意题。本文主要介绍了BMF的优点，包括缩短食物从农场到餐桌的距离、自动化管理、节约用水、无污染和员工的环保意识等，故选A项。
32-35 CBCA
本文介绍了Catriona Campbell的新书《AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial Intelligence》，并强调了该书对人工智能（AI）革命的深远影响和应对方法。
32. C 推理判断题。根据句子结构和上下文，"In the wrong hands" 指的是如果书写得不好或不够专业，可能会像计算机代码一样难以理解。因此，这里应该是指如果这本书是由不够称职的人写的，故选C项。
33. B 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“making for a guide which is highly accessible and informative”以及“Campbell has more than two decades’ professional experience translating the heady into the understandable”可知，这本书采用了一种通俗易懂的写作风格，故选B项。
34. C 细节理解题。根据第三段和第四段内容，尤其是“we keep control of artificial intelligence”以及“must act now to prevent an extinction-level event for humanity”可知，Campbell敦促人们共同努力控制AI的发展，故选C项。
35. A 主旨大意题。本文主要介绍了Catriona Campbell的新书，并解释了该书的内容和重要性，目的是推荐这本关于AI的书，故选A项。
36-40 BCEAG
本文介绍了旅游业快速增长导致的一些地区过度旅游的问题，并给出了减轻旅游压力和改善旅游体验的建议。
36. B 空格前提到旅游促进了理解，扩展了我们的思维，使我们变得更好，并促进了当地经济和社区的繁荣。但旅游业的快速增长导致了某些地区的过度旅游。选项B“那么，我们应该停止旅行吗？”符合语境，引出下文的探讨，故选B项。
37. C 空格前一句提到，受欢迎的目的地之所以受欢迎，是因为它们很特别。空格后一句建议选择旅行的地方应该是被风景、文化或食物深深吸引的地方。选项C“为你自己而旅行，不为其他人。”符合语境，强调选择旅行地的初衷，故选C项。
38. E 空格前一句提到，虽然过度旅游被描述为一个影响全球的问题，但实际上它集中在少数极受欢迎的地方。这意味着还有很多较少游客的选择。选项E“你仍然可以找到相对未被发现的地方。”符合语境，继续说明还有许多未被广泛旅游的地方可以选择，故选E项。
39. A 结合空格后的内容“通过避开主要假期或高峰时段，可以减少影响并最大化体验。”可知，选项A“在非高峰期访问。”符合语境，作为段落的小标题，说明如何通过避开高峰期来减少影响，故选A项。
40. G 本段最后一句提到“做你的一份力量来保护使目的地特别的东西。”选项G“考虑回馈你所访问的社区。”符合语境，建议通过回馈当地社区来保护旅游地的特殊性，故选G项。
完形填空
41-45 DBADB
46-50 CACCB
51-55 ACDAB
41. D. settle 考查动词辨析。句意为“选择我最喜欢的定居地点时，意大利是明显的赢家。”选项中，settle（定居）最符合文意。
42. B. struggled 考查动词辨析。句意为“在我第一次访问意大利时，我在问路或在餐馆点餐方面挣扎。”struggled表示“努力、挣扎”。
43. A. string 考查动词短语。句意为“每次我试图把一句意大利语拼凑在一起时，当地人都会对我微笑并称赞我的语言能力。”string together表示“把…拼凑起来”。
44. D. praised 考查动词辨析。句意为“每次我试图把一句意大利语拼凑在一起时，当地人都会对我微笑并称赞我的语言能力。”praised表示“称赞”。
45. B. barrier 考查名词辨析。句意为“那种鼓励帮助我克服了语言障碍。”barrier表示“障碍”。
46. C. warm-hearted 考查形容词辨析。句意为“我发现意大利人是多么热心肠。”warm-hearted表示“热心肠的”。
47. A. remind 考查动词辨析。句意为“邻居们会给我送来新鲜的奶酪，还会在下雨时提醒我关上车窗。”remind表示“提醒”。
48. C. acts 考查名词辨析。句意为“正是这些小小的善举让一个新的国家感觉像家。”acts表示“行为、举动”。
49. C. appetite 考查名词辨析。句意为“作为一个美食家，最能满足我的胃口的地方莫过于意大利。”appetite表示“胃口”。
50. B. dish 考查名词辨析。句意为“每个城镇都有自己的传统菜肴。”dish表示“菜肴”。
51. A. gather 考查动词辨析。句意为“家庭成员会聚集在一起，共享周日、生日以及任何其他他们能想到的借口的大餐。”gather表示“聚集”。
52. C. come up with 考查动词短语。句意为“家庭成员会聚集在一起，共享周日、生日以及任何其他他们能想到的借口的大餐。”come up with表示“想出”。
53. D. accompanied 考查动词辨析。句意为“这些大餐总是伴随着笑声和欢乐。”accompanied表示“伴随”。
54. A. disadvantages 考查名词辨析。句意为“无论意大利生活中可能有什么缺点，一旦你坐下来与朋友和家人共进大餐，问题就会被忘记。”disadvantages表示“缺点”。
55. B. forgotten 考查动词辨析。句意为“无论意大利生活中可能有什么缺点，一旦你坐下来与朋友和家人共进大餐，问题就会被忘记。”forgotten表示“被忘记”。
语法填空
本文描述了纪念中国戏剧家汤显祖的文化元素在莎士比亚的故乡斯特拉特福德的活动，展示了中西方文学的共同点。
56. who 考查定语从句。此处需要用who引导定语从句，修饰先行词Tang Xianzu，表示“被称为‘亚洲的莎士比亚’的汤显祖”。
57. themes 考查名词单复数。此处表示“共同的主题”，theme应使用复数形式themes，因为works是复数形式。
58. were 考查动词时态和主谓一致。此处的主语是“Some of the things”，是复数形式，因此be动词要用复数形式were。
59. to 考查介词。形容词similar后面常用介词to，表示“在某些方面类似于《罗密欧与朱丽叶》”。
60. inspired 考查过去分词作定语。inspired by The Peony Pavilion意思是“受《牡丹亭》启发的”，此处需要用过去分词inspired作后置定语修饰pavilion。
61. was built 考查被动语态。主语a six-meter-tall pavilion是动作的承受者，且动作发生在过去，因此用一般过去时的被动语态was built。
62. visibility 考查词性转换。visible是形容词，表示“可见的”；其名词形式visibility表示“可见度”，符合句意“增加了斯特拉特福德的国际知名度”。
63. to find 考查不定式作宾语补足语。句中amazed后常接不定式to find作宾语补足语，表示“惊讶地发现”。
64. Recalling 考查现在分词作状语。句中作状语，表示“回忆起”，用现在分词形式Recalling。
65. and 考查连词。and连接hear the Chinese language和see how Tang’s play was being performed，表示并列关系。
应用文写作（转自微信公众号“胡老师英语”）
参考范文一：
Dear Chris,
I’m writing to share with you an art class I had in a park last Friday. We were tasked with creating a piece that captured the essence of nature. I chose to paint a large, vibrant tree surrounded by colorful flowers because it reminded me of the beauty and tranquility of the park.
The experience was incredibly refreshing. Painting outdoors allowed me to observe the details of nature up close, enhancing my appreciation for its diversity. The fresh air and serene environment also made the creative process enjoyable and inspiring. It was a wonderful break from the usual classroom setting.
Yours,
Li Hua
参考范文二：
Dear Chris,
I'm writing to share with you an art class in a park last Friday. I painted a serene landscape of the park, capturing the vibrant colors of the flowers and the tranquil atmosphere. It was a refreshing experience to create art surrounded by nature's beauty. The rustling of leaves and the chirping of birds added to the peaceful ambiance, inspiring my creativity. Overall, it was a memorable and enjoyable art session that allowed me to connect with both my surroundings and my artistic expression.
Yours,
Li Hua
参考范文三：
Dear Chris,
I'm writing to share with you an art class in a park last Friday. I chose to paint a landscape featuring a serene lake surrounded by vibrant flowers and solemn trees. The sunlight reflecting off the water and the gentle breeze made the whole scene come to life.
It was incredibly inspiring to be surrounded by nature. I felt a sense of serenity and relaxation while painting, which was a whole different experience from our conventional classroom setting.
I think outdoor art lessons help us connect more deeply with nature and enhance our creativity and ignite our originality. I really enjoyed it and hope we can have more classes like this in the future.
Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写（转自微信公众号“胡老师英语”）
参考范文：
I ran back to Gunter and told him the bad news. He looked at me in disbelief, asking me what to do. Flashing him another apologetic smile, I begged him for a delayed payment. “If I miss this last bus to Prague, I’ll be late for the conference which is so important that I can’t afford to miss it!” I explained. “May I have your phone number I will call you and return the money I owe you. I promise I will keep my word or you keep my watch!” I added, handing him my watch as well as my business card. Gunter accepted my business card but rejected my watch. He wrote down his phone number and gave it to me. “Just keep your promise, Sir.” A feeling of gratitude washed over me as I heard his words. Giving him a firm handshake, I jumped out of the car, made a mad run for the bus, and jumped onto it just before its departure.
Four days later, when I was back in Vienna, I called Gunter as promised. He picked me up at the bus station where he had dropped me off four days before. Beaming a warm smile at him, I gave him a big hug the moment I saw him. We chatted happily on the way to the airport. I told him that thanks to his generosity and timely help, everything had gone smoothly. When he stopped his taxi outside the airport, I paid him for the “double car ride”, back and forth from the airport to the bus station, together with a generous tip that he turned down. I had no choice but to give him an attractive souvenir I had bought at Prague, which he accepted with delight. In this way, we became good friends and kept in touch with each other regularly. I felt blessed to have such a warm-hearted friend like Gunter who has a heart of gold.
学生习作：
I ran back to Gunter and told him the bad news. I finished my words with difficulty, stared at the card in my hand, and then looked up into his eyes with shame and embarrassment. To my surprise, Gunter comforted me with a big smile, which calmed me down. Plucking up my courage, I explained my situation to him and promised to pay off the fare and some extra tip four days later when I was back in Vienna. “No problem!” he smiled. Having left my phone number, I hurried to catch the bus. When I looked back, I saw him waving me goodbye.
Four days later, when I was back in Vienna, I called Gunter as promised. The moment I saw Gunter, I strode to him, and gathered him into my arms with a strong embrace. Happy and excited, He laughed and said he thought his little phone wouldn't show up. I gave him some extra tip as promised but he refused. So I treated him to a cup of coffee instead. Before we parted that day, Gunter fished out his little phone again, patted on my shoulder and smiled “Let's take a picture together, my friend!” This photo is still on my desk today, which serves as a reminder of trusting others and offering kindness. Every time I think of cold, wet evening, a warm current still flows through my body.
写作：
I ran back to Gunter and told him the bad news. My heart sank with every passing second. His smile faded, replaced by a look of concern. "Don't worry," he said reassuringly, "We'll find a solution." Gunter, with his kind heart, suggested we ask around if anyone could help with a cash withdrawal. Miraculously, a kind traveler agreed to withdraw money for me in exchange for the equivalent in euros. With the freshly acquired cash, I paid Gunter, adding a generous tip for his unwavering help. As I boarded the bus, he waved, his smile brighter than ever, "Safe travels!"
Four days later, when I was back in Vienna, I called Gunter as promised. His voice, warm and familiar, greeted me on the other end of the line. I thanked him once more for his incredible kindness and insisted on meeting him to return the` favor. We met at a local café, where I presented him with a small token of appreciation-a book on Prague, where our unlikely journey had aimed. Over steaming cups of coffee, we shared stories and laughter, forging a friendship born out of a stormy night's chaos. Gunter's act of kindness had not only gotten me to my destination but had also opened doors to a friendship that transcendeds borders.
录音稿：
(Text 1)
M: Did you watch the talent show on TV last night
W: No, I missed it. I went with my mom to buy some clothes.
(Text 2)
W: I love this park. It’s so beautiful.
M: It surely is. Are you tired Shall we stop by the lake for a few minutes
W: Good idea. Let’s go to that cafe for a little refreshment.
(Text 3)
W: Tom, shall we invite the Smiths around for dinner this Sunday
M: Sure. But I need to pack for Monday’s business trip. What about Saturday
W: Okay.
(Text 4)
M: Barbara, do you want to play table tennis with us tonight
W: I’d love to, but I can’t. I’m catching the last train to Denver to see my grandma. I need to take her to visit a doctor tomorrow morning.
(Text 5)
W: Alex, did you feed the cat this morning I don’t think she can wait.
M: All right, after I finish this chapter. I just can’t let go of this book.
(Text 6)
M: Miss, do you need any help
W: I want to get fit, but exercise doesn’t seem to help.
M: What kind of exercise have you done before
W: I did jogging now and then, but it was so boring. So I changed to weightlifting, but it was so demanding and I was afraid of getting injured, so I went bike riding.
M: Oh, I see. You need to be consistent. I suggest you do different kinds of exercise on one day
or on different days of the week. This will help hold your interest so you can keep coming back.
(Text 7)
W: Hello, Brown’s Grill. How may I help you
M: Hi, I’d like to book a table for Friday evening.
W: Okay, how many people are there in your party
M: There will be six.
W: And what time would you like to come
M: Let’s say at … six thirty
W: I’m afraid we don’t have anything available then. We could seat you at five thirty or eight o’clock.
M: Oh, eight o’clock is better.
W: Fine. May I have your name
M: Yes, it’s Anderson.
W: Thank you. We’ll see you on Friday. By the way, we’ve moved to Howard Street.
M: Oh, yeah, I know. Thanks.
(Text 8)
W: Jacob, do you have a minute now
M: Sure.
W: Well, it’s not easy to say but I have to tell you you’re not in our group for the class project.
M: Sarah, what do you mean You know, I’m always in a group with you.
W: I know, it’s just that this time … this time we made the group differently and because you were late, we’ve already made the group, see There’re four of us already.
M: So We can’t be a group of five
W: Well, Professor North said there should be no more than four people in each group. It’s not about you or your work or anything like that.
M: OK, but please count me in next time.
(Text 9)
M: Hey, Jannie. Where are you going
W: To the library.
M: There is a music concert in Victoria Park at four o’clock. Do you want to go
W: Yes. Professor Darwin’s lecture is canceled. I’m free this evening.
M: Great. The band plays pretty good music. For the last three years, I have never missed it.
W: How long ago did the band start playing in the park
M: I think it was five years ago. Every year they arrive in the first week of July and play for a week. You’re sure to enjoy this evening. There will be good country music.
W: My favorite is rock and roll, but I have to say that country music can be quite beautiful sometimes.
M: I like all kinds of music, especially jazz. Oh Jannie, we have to go now.
W: Why There’s plenty of time.
M: Many people are heading to the park. The traffic will be terrible.
W: All right. But I have to return these books first.
M: Okay. I’ll be waiting for you at the bus station.
(Text 10)
W: Good morning, everyone. This lesson is a part of our leadership series. Let me start by sharing a story of Richard Rochester, one of the most successful businessmen in Britain. Years ago, I was given the task of organizing a conference in the south of England. I chose a five-star hotel owned by Rochester as the venue. Susan, the receptionist, helped me arrange everything perfectly. Once when we were chatting, I asked Susan if she’d ever met Mr. Rochester. She said yes. Shortly after Mr. Rochester bought the hotel, he made an appointment to see the hotel manager. When he arrived, the first person he met was Susan who was cleaning the carpet. He chatted with Susan for 30 minutes before keeping his appointment with the manager. He spent all day at the hotel, talking with each member of the staff, from the top guy to the lady who cleaned the toilets. Six months later, Mr. Rochester paid another visit. Susan had been promoted to receptionist. But he recognized her immediately and addressed her by name. He even remembered that she had a little girl and what her name was. Now, I don’t believe that Richard Rochester has that good memory. He must have written a lot of notes after his first visit and read them over again before that second visit. It’s time-consuming, but it shows the importance he places on human relationships. I think that’s one of the secrets of his success.2024 II
2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试
英语II卷
第一部分 听力（1—20 小题）在笔试结束后进行。
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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. What did the woman do yesterday evening
A. She watched TV. B. She went shopping. C. She attended a show.
2. What is the man's suggestion
A. Taking a rest. B. Going for a coffee. C. Having a snack.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A weekend plan. B. A wedding invitation. C. A business deal.
4. Where is Barbara going tonight
A. To a gym. B. To her grandma's. C. To the doctor's.
5. What is Alex doing
A. He's having breakfast. B. He's feeding a cat. C. He's reading a book.
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. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a fitness center. B. In a sports shop. C. In a clinic.
7. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Buy high-quality sportswear.
B. Keep working out regularly.
C. Avoid over-exercising.
听第7段材料, 回答第8至10题。
8. Why does the man make the call
A. To reserve a table. B. To ask about a party. C. To postpone a meeting.
9. What time should the man arrive on Friday evening
A. At 5:30. B. At 6:30. C. At 8:00.
10. What is the man's name
A. Brown. B. Anderson. C. Howard.
听第8段材料, 回答第11至13题。
11. Why does Sarah come to talk to Jacob
A. To make an appointment. B. To seek his advice. C. To explain a decision.
12. How many people are there in Sarah's group
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five.
13. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Fellow workers. C. Teacher and student.
听第9段材料, 回答第14至16题。
14. How often does the band come to perform in the park
A. Three times a year. B. Once a year. C. Every other year.
15. What kind of music will be played this evening
A. Country music. B. Jazz. C. Rock and roll.
16. What will Jannie do next
A. Catch a bus. B. Listen to a lecture. C. Go to the library.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题。
17. Why did the speaker go to the hotel
A. To deliver a speech.
B. To arrange a conference.
C. To interview Mr. Rochester.
18. What did Mr. Rochester do soon after he bought the hotel
A. He talked with the staff members.
B. He had the old carpets replaced.
C. He ran a six-month training project.
19. What did Susan do when she met Mr. Rochester the second time
A. She was a cleaner. B. She was a secretary. C. She was a receptionist.
20. What does the speaker think is key to Mr. Rochester's success
A. Managing time efficiently.
B. Valuing human relationships.
C. Possessing a good memory.
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
Choice of Walks for Beginner and Experienced Walkers
The Carlow Autumn Walking Festival is a great opportunity for the beginner, experienced or advanced walker to enjoy the challenges of Carlow's mountain hikes or the peace of its woodland walks.
Walk 1-The Natural World
With environmentalist anna Lamhna as the guide, this walk promises to be an informative tour. Walkers are sure to learn lots about the habitats and natural world of the Blackstairs.
Date and Time: Saturday, 1st October, at 09: 00
Start Point: Scratoes Bridge
Walk Duration: 6 hours
Walk 2-Introduction to Hillwalking
Emmanuel Chappard, an experienced guide, has a passion for making the great outdoors accessible to all. This mountain walk provides an insight into the skills required for hillwalking to ensure you get the most from future walking trips.
Date and Time: Sunday, 2nd October, at 09: 00
Start Point: Deerpark Car Park
Walk Duration: 5 hours
Walk 3-Moonlight Under the Stars
Walking at night-time is a great way to step out of your comfort zone. Breathtaking views of the lowlands of Carlow can be enjoyed in the presence of welcoming guides from local walking clubs. A torch（手电筒）along with suitable clothing is essential for walking in the dark. Those who are dressed inappropriately will be refused permission to participate.
Date and Time: Saturday, 1st October, at 18: 30
Start Point: The Town Hall
Walk Duration: 3 hours
Walk 4-Photographic Walk in Kilbrannish Forest
This informative walk led by Richard Smyth introduces you to the basic principles of photography in the wild. Bring along your camera and enjoy the wonderful views along this well-surfaced forest path.
Date and Time: Sunday, 2nd October, at 11: 45
Start Point: Kilbrannish Forest Recreation Area
Walk Duration: 1.5 hours
21. Which walk takes the shortest time
A. The Natural World. B. Introduction to Hillwalking.
C. Moonlight Under the Stars. D. Photographic Walk in Kilbrannish Forest.
22. What are participants in Walk 3 required to do
A. Wear proper clothes. B. Join a walking club.
C. Get special permits. D. Bring a survival guide.
23. What do the four walks have in common
A. They involve difficult climbing. B. They are for experienced walkers.
C. They share the same start point. D. They are scheduled for the weekend.
B
Do you ever get to the train station and realize you forgot to bring something to read Yes, we all have our phones, but many of us still like to go old school and read something printed.
Well, there's a kiosk（小亭）for that. In the San Francisco Bay Area, at least.
"You enter the fare gates（检票口）and you'll see a kiosk that is lit up and it tells you can get a one-minute, a three-minute, or a five-minute story," says Alicia Trost, the chief communications officer for the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit - known as BART. "You choose which length you want and it gives you a receipt-like short story.”
It's that simple. Riders have printed nearly 20,000 short stories and poems since the program was launched last March. Some are classic short stories, and some are new original works.
Trost also wants to introduce local writers to local riders. "We wanted to do something where we do a call to artists in the Bay Area to submit stories for a contest," Trost says. "And as of right now, we've received about 120 submissions. The winning stories would go into our kiosk and then you would be a published artist."
Ridership on transit（交通）systems across the country has been down the past half century, so could short stories save transit
Trost thinks so.
"At the end of the day all transit agencies right now are doing everything they can to improve the rider experience. So I absolutely think we will get more riders just because of short stories," she says.
And you'll never be without something to read.
24. Why did BART start the kiosk program
A. To promote the local culture. B. To discourage phone use.
C. To meet passengers' needs. D. To reduce its running costs.
25. How are the stories categorized in the kiosk
A. By popularity. B. By length. C. By theme. D. By language.
26. What has Trost been doing recently
A. Organizing a story contest. B. Doing a survey of customers.
C. Choosing a print publisher. D. Conducting interviews with artists.
27. What is Trost's opinion about BART's future
A. It will close down. B. Its profits will decline.
C. It will expand nationwide. D. Its ridership will increase.
C
We all know fresh is best when it comes to food. However, most produce at the store went through weeks of travel and covered hundreds of miles before reaching the table. While farmer's markets are a solid choice to reduce the journey, Babylon Micro-Farm（BMF）shortens it even more.
BMF is an indoor garden system. It can be set up for a family. Additionally, it could serve a larger audience such as a hospital, restaurant or school. The innovative design requires little effort to achieve a reliable weekly supply of fresh greens.
Specifically, it's a farm that relies on new technology. By connecting through the Cloud, BMF is remotely monitored. Also, there is a convenient app that provides growing data in real time. Because the system is automated, it significantly reduces the amount of water needed to grow plants. Rather than watering rows of soil, the system provides just the right amount to each plant. After harvest, users simply replace the plants with a new pre-seeded pod（容器）to get the next growth cycle started.
Moreover, having a system in the same building where it's eaten means zero emissions（排放）from transporting plants from soil to salad. In addition, there's no need for pesticides and other chemicals that pollute traditional farms and the surrounding environment.
BMF employees live out sustainability in their everyday lives. About half of them walk or bike to work. Inside the office, they encourage recycling and waste reduction by limiting garbage cans and avoiding single-use plastic. "We are passionate about reducing waste, carbon and chemicals in our environment," said a BMF employee.
28. What can be learned about BMF from paragraph 1
A. It guarantees the variety of food. B. It requires day-to-day care.
C. It cuts the farm-to-table distance. D. It relies on farmer's markets.
29. What information does the convenient app offer
A. Real-time weather changes. B. Current condition of the plants.
C. Chemical pollutants in the soil. D. Availability of pre-seeded pods.
30. What can be concluded about BMF employees
A. They have a great passion for sports.
B. They are devoted to community service.
C. They are fond of sharing daily experiences.
D. They have a strong environmental awareness.
31. What does the text mainly talk about
A. BMF's major strengths. B. BMF's general management.
C. BMF's global influence. D. BMF's technical standards.
D
Given the astonishing potential of AI to transform our lives, we all need to take action to deal with our AI-powered future, and this is where AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial Intelligence comes in. This absorbing new book by Catriona Campbell is a practical roadmap addressing the challenges posed by the forthcoming AI revolution（变革）.
In the wrong hands, such a book could prove as complicated to process as the computer code（代码）that powers AI but, thankfully, Campbell has more than two decades' professional experience translating the heady into the understandable. She writes from the practical angle of a business person rather than as an academic, making for a guide which is highly accessible and informative and which, by the close, will make you feel almost as smart as AI.
As we soon come to learn from AI by Design, AI is already super-smart and will become more capable, moving from the current generation of "narrow-AI" to Artificial General Intelligence. From there, Campbell says, will come Artificial Dominant Intelligence. This is why Campbell has set out to raise awareness of AI and its future now-several decades before these developments are expected to take place. She says it is essential that we keep control of artificial intelligence, or risk being sidelined and perhaps even worse.
Campbell's point is to wake up those responsible for AI-the technology companies and world leaders-so they are on the same page as all the experts currently developing it. She explains we are at a "tipping point" in history and must act now to prevent an extinction-level event for humanity. We need to consider how we want our future with Al to pan out. Such structured thinking, followed by global regulation, will enable us to achieve greatness rather than our downfall.
AI will affect us all, and if you only read one book on the subject, this is it.
32. What does the phrase "In the wrong hands" in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. If read by someone poorly educated. B. If reviewed by someone ill-intentioned.
C. If written by someone less competent. D. If translated by someone unacademic.
33. What is a feature of AI by Design according to the text
A. It is packed with complex codes. B. It adopts a down-to-earth writing style.
C. It provides step-by-step instructions. D. It is intended for AI professionals.
34. What does Campbell urge people to do regarding AI development
A. Observe existing regulations on it.
B. Reconsider expert opinions about it.
C. Make joint efforts to keep it under control.
D. Learn from prior experience to slow it down.
35. What is the author's purpose in writing the text
A. To recommend a book on AI. B. To give a brief account of AI history.
C. To clarify the definition of AI. D. To honor an outstanding AI expert.
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。
Overtourism Is For Real: How Can You Help
Travel promotes understanding, expands our minds, makes us better people, and boosts local economies and communities, but the rapid growth of travel has led to overtourism in certain regions and destinations. _ 36 Certainly not. The loss of what travel offers would be unacceptable in today's world. Here are some tips on making wise decisions to minimize pressure on the places we visit and improve our experience.
●Choose mindfully. Overvisited destinations are that way for a reason: they're special. With so many online posts featuring the same places, it's easy to feel like you're missing out. Go somewhere only when the landscape, culture or food deeply draws you. _ 37
●Get creative. The best way to ease pressure on over-touristed destinations is to go somewhere else. Though overtourism is described as a problem affecting the entire world, it's actually concentrated to a small number of extremely popular spots. That means you have tons of less-visited options to choose from. _ 38 Why not try a regional alternative or check out a popular destination's lesser-known sights
●_ 39 Minimize impact and maximize experience by skipping major holidays or rush hour. You'll compete with fewer tourists, save money, experience a different side of a popular place, and boost the economy when tourism is traditionally slower.
Visiting a place that others call home is a privilege（荣幸）. Do your part to preserve what makes a destination special in the first place. _ 40 You may be amazed how much closer you'll feel to the people there.
A. Visit during off-peak times.
B. So, should we stop traveling
C. Travel for you and no one else.
D. Can overtourism be avoided then
E. You can still find relatively undiscovered places.
F. You'll find yourself virtually alone, or close to it.
G. Consider giving back to the communities you're visiting.
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
When I decided to buy a house in Europe ten years ago, I didn't think too long. I liked traveling in France, but when it came to picking my favorite spot to 41 , Italy was the clear winner.
During my first visit to Italy, I 42 to ask for directions or order in a restaurant. But every time I tried to 43 a sentence of Italian together, the locals smiled at me and 44 my language skills. That encouragement helped me to get through the language 45 . After I made Italy my permanent home, I discovered how 46 Italians are. Neighbors will bring me freshly made cheese and will come to my door to 47 me to close the window in my car when rain is coming. It's these small 48 of kindness that make a new country feel like home.
As a foodie, the way to my heart is through my stomach, and nowhere fuels my 49 quite like Italy. Each town has its own traditional 50 , and every family keeps a recipe passed from one generation to another. Families 51 for big meals on Sundays, birthdays, and whatever other excuses they can 52 . These meals are always 53 by laughter and joy. Whatever 54 life in Italy might have, the problems are 55 once you sit down to a big meal with friends and family.
41. A. study B. rent C. visit D. settle
42. A. planned B. struggled C. refused D. happened
43. A. string B. hang C. mix D. match
44. A. improved B. assessed C. admired D. praised
45. A. course B. barrier C. area D. test
46. A. open-minded B. strong-willed C. warm-hearted D. well-informed
47. A. remind B. allow C. persuade D. order
48. A. tricks B. promises C. acts D. duties
49. A. ambition B. success C. appetite D. growth
50. A. costume B. dish C. symbol D. tale
51. A. gather B. cheer C. leave D. wait
52. A. put up with B. stand up for C. come up with D. make up for
53. A. signaled B. confirmed C. represented D. accompanied
54. A. disadvantages B. meanings C. surprises D. opportunities
55. A. created B. forgotten C. understood D. identified
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 cultural elements commemorating（纪念）Tang Xianzu, 56 is known as "the Shakespeare of Asia," add an international character to Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare's hometown.
Tang and Shakespeare were contemporaries and both died in 1616. Although they could never have met, there are common 57 （theme）in their works, said Paul Edmondson, head of research for the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. "Some of the things that Tang was writing about 58 （be）also Shakespeare's concerns. I happen to know that Tang's play The Peony Pavilion（《牡丹亭》）is similar in some ways 59 Romeo and Juliet."
A statue commemorating Shakespeare and Tang was put up at Shakespeare's Birthplace Garden in 2017. Two years later, a six-meter-tall pavilion, 60 （inspire）by The Peony Pavilion, 61 （build）at the Firs Garden, just ten minutes' walk from Shakespeare's birthplace.
Those cultural elements have increased Stratford's international 62 （visible）, said Edmondson, adding that visitors walking through the Birthplace Garden were often amazed 63 （find）the connection between the two great writers.
64 （recall）watching a Chinese opera version of Shakespeare's play Richard III in Shanghai and meeting Chinese actors who came to Stratford a few years ago to perform parts of The Peony Pavilion, Edmondson said, "It was very exciting to hear the Chinese language 65 see how Tang's play was being performed."
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是李华, 上周五你们班在公园上了一堂美术课。请你给英国朋友Chris写一封邮件分享这次经历, 内容包括:
（1）你完成的作品;
（2）你的感想。
注意:
（1）写作词数应为80个左右;
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
I'm writing to share with you an art class I had in a park last Friday. ___________________
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Yours, Li Hua
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。
I met Gunter on a cold, wet and unforgettable evening in September. I had planned to fly to Vienna and take a bus to Prague for a conference. Due to a big storm, my flight had been delayed by an hour and a half. I touched down in Vienna just 30 minutes before the departure of the last bus to Prague. The moment I got off the plane, I ran like crazy through the airport building and jumped into the first taxi on the rank without a second thought.
That was when I met Gunter. I told him where I was going, but he said he hadn't heard of the bus station. I thought my pronunciation was the problem, so I explained again more slowly, but he still looked confused. When I was about to give up, Gunter fished out his little phone and rang up a friend. After a heated discussion that lasted for what seemed like a century, Gunter put his phone down and started the car.
Finally, with just two minutes to spare we rolled into the bus station. Thankfully, there was a long queue（队列）still waiting to board the bus. Gunter parked the taxi behind the bus, turned around, and looked at me with a big smile on his face. "We made it," he said.
Just then I realised that I had zero cash in my wallet. I flashed him an apologetic smile as I pulled out my Portuguese bankcard. He tried it several times, but the card machine just did not play along. A feeling of helplessness washed over me as I saw the bus queue thinning out.
At this moment, Gunter pointed towards the waiting hall of the bus station. There, at the entrance, was a cash machine. I jumped out of the car, made a mad run for the machine, and popped my card in, only to read the message: "Out of order. Sorry.”
注意:
（1）续写词数应为150个左右;
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I ran back to Gunter and told him the bad news.
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Four days later, when I was back in Vienna, I called Gunter as promised.
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2024 年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试
英语 II 卷
第一部分 听力（1—20 小题）在笔试结束后进行。
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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. What did the woman do yesterday evening
A. She watched TV. B. She went shopping. C. She attended a show.
2. What is the man's suggestion
A. Taking a rest. B. Going for a coffee. C. Having a snack.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A weekend plan. B. A wedding invitation. C. A business deal.
4. Where is Barbara going tonight
A. To a gym. B. To her grandma's. C. To the doctor's.
5. What is Alex doing
A. He's having breakfast. B. He's feeding a cat. C. He's reading a book.
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. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a fitness center. B. In a sports shop. C. In a clinic.
7. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Buy high-quality sportswear.
B. Keep working out regularly.
C. Avoid over-exercising.
听第 7 段材料, 回答第 8 至 10 题。
8. Why does the man make the call
A. To reserve a table. B. To ask about a party. C. To postpone a meeting.
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9. What time should the man arrive on Friday evening
A. At 5:30. B. At 6:30. C. At 8:00.
10. What is the man's name
A. Brown. B. Anderson. C. Howard.
听第 8 段材料, 回答第 11 至 13 题。
11. Why does Sarah come to talk to Jacob
A. To make an appointment. B. To seek his advice. C. To explain a decision.
12. How many people are there in Sarah's group
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five.
13. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Fellow workers. C. Teacher and student.
听第 9 段材料, 回答第 14 至 16 题。
14. How often does the band come to perform in the park
A. Three times a year. B. Once a year. C. Every other year.
15. What kind of music will be played this evening
A. Country music. B. Jazz. C. Rock and roll.
16. What will Jannie do next
A. Catch a bus. B. Listen to a lecture. C. Go to the library.
听第 10 段材料, 回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. Why did the speaker go to the hotel
A. To deliver a speech.
B. To arrange a conference.
C. To interview Mr. Rochester.
18. What did Mr. Rochester do soon after he bought the hotel
A. He talked with the staff members.
B. He had the old carpets replaced.
C. He ran a six-month training project.
19. What did Susan do when she met Mr. Rochester the second time
A. She was a cleaner. B. She was a secretary. C. She was a receptionist.
20. What does the speaker think is key to Mr. Rochester's success
A. Managing time efficiently.
B. Valuing human relationships.
C. Possessing a good memory.
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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
Choice of Walks for Beginner and Experienced Walkers
The Carlow Autumn Walking Festival is a great opportunity for the beginner, experienced or
advanced walker to enjoy the challenges of Carlow's mountain hikes or the peace of its woodland
walks.
Walk 1-The Natural World
With environmentalist anna Lamhna as the guide, this walk promises to be an informative
tour. Walkers are sure to learn lots about the habitats and natural world of the Blackstairs.
Date and Time: Saturday, 1st October, at 09: 00
Start Point: Scratoes Bridge
Walk Duration: 6 hours
Walk 2-Introduction to Hillwalking
Emmanuel Chappard, an experienced guide, has a passion for making the great outdoors
accessible to all. This mountain walk provides an insight into the skills required for hillwalking to
ensure you get the most from future walking trips.
Date and Time: Sunday, 2nd October, at 09: 00
Start Point: Deerpark Car Park
Walk Duration: 5 hours
Walk 3-Moonlight Under the Stars
Walking at night-time is a great way to step out of your comfort zone. Breathtaking views of
the lowlands of Carlow can be enjoyed in the presence of welcoming guides from local walking
clubs. A torch（手电筒）along with suitable clothing is essential for walking in the dark. Those who
are dressed inappropriately will be refused permission to participate.
Date and Time: Saturday, 1st October, at 18: 30
Start Point: The Town Hall
Walk Duration: 3 hours
Walk 4-Photographic Walk in Kilbrannish Forest
This informative walk led by Richard Smyth introduces you to the basic principles of
photography in the wild. Bring along your camera and enjoy the wonderful views along this
well-surfaced forest path.
Date and Time: Sunday, 2nd October, at 11: 45
Start Point: Kilbrannish Forest Recreation Area
Walk Duration: 1.5 hours
21. Which walk takes the shortest time
A. The Natural World. B. Introduction to Hillwalking.
C. Moonlight Under the Stars. D. Photographic Walk in Kilbrannish Forest.
22. What are participants in Walk 3 required to do
A. Wear proper clothes. B. Join a walking club.
C. Get special permits. D. Bring a survival guide.
23. What do the four walks have in common
A. They involve difficult climbing. B. They are for experienced walkers.
C. They share the same start point. D. They are scheduled for the weekend.
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B
Do you ever get to the train station and realize you forgot to bring something to read Yes, we
all have our phones, but many of us still like to go old school and read something printed.
Well, there's a kiosk（小亭）for that. In the San Francisco Bay Area, at least.
"You enter the fare gates（检票口）and you'll see a kiosk that is lit up and it tells you can get a
one-minute, a three-minute, or a five-minute story," says Alicia Trost, the chief communications
officer for the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit - known as BART. "You choose which length
you want and it gives you a receipt-like short story.”
It's that simple. Riders have printed nearly 20,000 short stories and poems since the program
was launched last March. Some are classic short stories, and some are new original works.
Trost also wants to introduce local writers to local riders. "We wanted to do something where
we do a call to artists in the Bay Area to submit stories for a contest," Trost says. "And as of right
now, we've received about 120 submissions. The winning stories would go into our kiosk and then
you would be a published artist."
Ridership on transit（交通）systems across the country has been down the past half century, so
could short stories save transit
Trost thinks so.
"At the end of the day all transit agencies right now are doing everything they can to improve
the rider experience. So I absolutely think we will get more riders just because of short stories," she
says.
And you'll never be without something to read.
24. Why did BART start the kiosk program
A. To promote the local culture. B. To discourage phone use.
C. To meet passengers' needs. D. To reduce its running costs.
25. How are the stories categorized in the kiosk
A. By popularity. B. By length. C. By theme. D. By language.
26. What has Trost been doing recently
A. Organizing a story contest. B. Doing a survey of customers.
C. Choosing a print publisher. D. Conducting interviews with artists.
27. What is Trost's opinion about BART's future
A. It will close down. B. Its profits will decline.
C. It will expand nationwide. D. Its ridership will increase.
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C
We all know fresh is best when it comes to food. However, most produce at the store went
through weeks of travel and covered hundreds of miles before reaching the table. While farmer's
markets are a solid choice to reduce the journey, Babylon Micro-Farm（BMF）shortens it even more.
BMF is an indoor garden system. It can be set up for a family. Additionally, it could serve a
larger audience such as a hospital, restaurant or school. The innovative design requires little effort
to achieve a reliable weekly supply of fresh greens.
Specifically, it's a farm that relies on new technology. By connecting through the Cloud, BMF
is remotely monitored. Also, there is a convenient app that provides growing data in real time.
Because the system is automated, it significantly reduces the amount of water needed to grow plants.
Rather than watering rows of soil, the system provides just the right amount to each plant. After
harvest, users simply replace the plants with a new pre-seeded pod（容器）to get the next growth
cycle started.
Moreover, having a system in the same building where it's eaten means zero emissions（排放）
from transporting plants from soil to salad. In addition, there's no need for pesticides and other
chemicals that pollute traditional farms and the surrounding environment.
BMF employees live out sustainability in their everyday lives. About half of them walk or bike
to work. Inside the office, they encourage recycling and waste reduction by limiting garbage cans
and avoiding single-use plastic. "We are passionate about reducing waste, carbon and chemicals in
our environment," said a BMF employee.
28. What can be learned about BMF from paragraph 1
A. It guarantees the variety of food. B. It requires day-to-day care.
C. It cuts the farm-to-table distance. D. It relies on farmer's markets.
29. What information does the convenient app offer
A. Real-time weather changes. B. Current condition of the plants.
C. Chemical pollutants in the soil. D. Availability of pre-seeded pods.
30. What can be concluded about BMF employees
A. They have a great passion for sports.
B. They are devoted to community service.
C. They are fond of sharing daily experiences.
D. They have a strong environmental awareness.
31. What does the text mainly talk about
A. BMF's major strengths. B. BMF's general management.
C. BMF's global influence. D. BMF's technical standards.
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Given the astonishing potential of AI to transform our lives, we all need to take action to deal
with our AI-powered future, and this is where AI by Design: A Plan for Living with Artificial
Intelligence comes in. This absorbing new book by Catriona Campbell is a practical roadmap
addressing the challenges posed by the forthcoming AI revolution（变革）.
In the wrong hands, such a book could prove as complicated to process as the computer code
（代码）that powers AI but, thankfully, Campbell has more than two decades' professional
experience translating the heady into the understandable. She writes from the practical angle of a
business person rather than as an academic, making for a guide which is highly accessible and
informative and which, by the close, will make you feel almost as smart as AI.
As we soon come to learn from AI by Design, AI is already super-smart and will become more
capable, moving from the current generation of "narrow-AI" to Artificial General Intelligence. From
there, Campbell says, will come Artificial Dominant Intelligence. This is why Campbell has set out
to raise awareness of AI and its future now-several decades before these developments are expected
to take place. She says it is essential that we keep control of artificial intelligence, or risk being
sidelined and perhaps even worse.
Campbell's point is to wake up those responsible for AI-the technology companies and world
leaders-so they are on the same page as all the experts currently developing it. She explains we are
at a "tipping point" in history and must act now to prevent an extinction-level event for humanity.
We need to consider how we want our future with Al to pan out. Such structured thinking, followed
by global regulation, will enable us to achieve greatness rather than our downfall.
AI will affect us all, and if you only read one book on the subject, this is it.
32. What does the phrase "In the wrong hands" in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. If read by someone poorly educated. B. If reviewed by someone ill-intentioned.
C. If written by someone less competent. D. If translated by someone unacademic.
33. What is a feature of AI by Design according to the text
A. It is packed with complex codes. B. It adopts a down-to-earth writing style.
C. It provides step-by-step instructions. D. It is intended for AI professionals.
34. What does Campbell urge people to do regarding AI development
A. Observe existing regulations on it.
B. Reconsider expert opinions about it.
C. Make joint efforts to keep it under control.
D. Learn from prior experience to slow it down.
35. What is the author's purpose in writing the text
A. To recommend a book on AI. B. To give a brief account of AI history.
C. To clarify the definition of AI. D. To honor an outstanding AI expert.
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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。
Overtourism Is For Real: How Can You Help
Travel promotes understanding, expands our minds, makes us better people, and boosts local
economies and communities, but the rapid growth of travel has led to overtourism in certain regions
and destinations. _ 36 Certainly not. The loss of what travel offers would be unacceptable in
today's world. Here are some tips on making wise decisions to minimize pressure on the places we
visit and improve our experience.
●Choose mindfully. Overvisited destinations are that way for a reason: they're special. With so
many online posts featuring the same places, it's easy to feel like you're missing out. Go somewhere
only when the landscape, culture or food deeply draws you. _ 37
●Get creative. The best way to ease pressure on over-touristed destinations is to go somewhere
else. Though overtourism is described as a problem affecting the entire world, it's actually
concentrated to a small number of extremely popular spots. That means you have tons of
less-visited options to choose from. _ 38 Why not try a regional alternative or check out a
popular destination's lesser-known sights
●_ 39 Minimize impact and maximize experience by skipping major holidays or rush
hour. You'll compete with fewer tourists, save money, experience a different side of a popular place,
and boost the economy when tourism is traditionally slower.
Visiting a place that others call home is a privilege（荣幸）. Do your part to preserve what
makes a destination special in the first place. _ 40 You may be amazed how much closer
you'll feel to the people there.
A. Visit during off-peak times.
B. So, should we stop traveling
C. Travel for you and no one else.
D. Can overtourism be avoided then
E. You can still find relatively undiscovered places.
F. You'll find yourself virtually alone, or close to it.
G. Consider giving back to the communities you're visiting.
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 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
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When I decided to buy a house in Europe ten years ago, I didn't think too long. I liked traveling
in France, but when it came to picking my favorite spot to 41 , Italy was the clear winner.
During my first visit to Italy, I 42 to ask for directions or order in a restaurant. But
every time I tried to 43 a sentence of Italian together, the locals smiled at me and 44 my
language skills. That encouragement helped me to get through the language 45 . After I
made Italy my permanent home, I discovered how 46 Italians are. Neighbors will bring me
freshly made cheese and will come to my door to 47 me to close the window in my car when
rain is coming. It's these small 48 of kindness that make a new country feel like home.
As a foodie, the way to my heart is through my stomach, and nowhere fuels my 49
quite like Italy. Each town has its own traditional 50 , and every family keeps a recipe
passed from one generation to another. Families 51 for big meals on Sundays, birthdays, and
whatever other excuses they can 52 . These meals are always 53 by laughter and joy.
Whatever 54 life in Italy might have, the problems are 55 once you sit down to a big
meal with friends and family.
41. A. study B. rent C. visit D. settle
42. A. planned B. struggled C. refused D. happened
43. A. string B. hang C. mix D. match
44. A. improved B. assessed C. admired D. praised
45. A. course B. barrier C. area D. test
46. A. open-minded B. strong-willed C. warm-hearted D. well-informed
47. A. remind B. allow C. persuade D. order
48. A. tricks B. promises C. acts D. duties
49. A. ambition B. success C. appetite D. growth
50. A. costume B. dish C. symbol D. tale
51. A. gather B. cheer C. leave D. wait
52. A. put up with B. stand up for C. come up with D. make up for
53. A. signaled B. confirmed C. represented D. accompanied
54. A. disadvantages B. meanings C. surprises D. opportunities
55. A. created B. forgotten C. understood D. identified
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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 cultural elements commemorating（纪念）Tang Xianzu, 56 is known as "the
Shakespeare of Asia," add an international character to Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare's
hometown.
Tang and Shakespeare were contemporaries and both died in 1616. Although they could never
have met, there are common 57 （theme）in their works, said Paul Edmondson, head of
research for the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. "Some of the things that Tang was writing about
58 （be）also Shakespeare's concerns. I happen to know that Tang's play The Peony Pavilion（《牡
丹亭》）is similar in some ways 59 Romeo and Juliet."
A statue commemorating Shakespeare and Tang was put up at Shakespeare's Birthplace
Garden in 2017. Two years later, a six-meter-tall pavilion, 60 （inspire）by The Peony Pavilion,
61 （build）at the Firs Garden, just ten minutes' walk from Shakespeare's birthplace.
Those cultural elements have increased Stratford's international 62 （visible）, said
Edmondson, adding that visitors walking through the Birthplace Garden were often amazed 63
（find）the connection between the two great writers.
64 （recall）watching a Chinese opera version of Shakespeare's play Richard III in
Shanghai and meeting Chinese actors who came to Stratford a few years ago to perform parts of
The Peony Pavilion, Edmondson said, "It was very exciting to hear the Chinese language 65
see how Tang's play was being performed."
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
假定你是李华, 上周五你们班在公园上了一堂美术课。请你给英国朋友 Chris 写一封邮件分享
这次经历, 内容包括:
（1）你完成的作品;
（2）你的感想。
注意:
（1）写作词数应为 80 个左右;
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
I'm writing to share with you an art class I had in a park last Friday. ___________________
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阅读下面材料, 根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段, 使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I met Gunter on a cold, wet and unforgettable evening in September. I had planned to fly to
Vienna and take a bus to Prague for a conference. Due to a big storm, my flight had been delayed by
an hour and a half. I touched down in Vienna just 30 minutes before the departure of the last bus to
Prague. The moment I got off the plane, I ran like crazy through the airport building and jumped
into the first taxi on the rank without a second thought.
That was when I met Gunter. I told him where I was going, but he said he hadn't heard of the
bus station. I thought my pronunciation was the problem, so I explained again more slowly, but he
still looked confused. When I was about to give up, Gunter fished out his little phone and rang up a
friend. After a heated discussion that lasted for what seemed like a century, Gunter put his phone
down and started the car.
Finally, with just two minutes to spare we rolled into the bus station. Thankfully, there was a
long queue（队列）still waiting to board the bus. Gunter parked the taxi behind the bus, turned
around, and looked at me with a big smile on his face. "We made it," he said.
Just then I realised that I had zero cash in my wallet. I flashed him an apologetic smile as I
pulled out my Portuguese bankcard. He tried it several times, but the card machine just did not play
along. A feeling of helplessness washed over me as I saw the bus queue thinning out.
At this moment, Gunter pointed towards the waiting hall of the bus station. There, at the
entrance, was a cash machine. I jumped out of the car, made a mad run for the machine, and popped
my card in, only to read the message: "Out of order. Sorry.”
注意:
（1）续写词数应为 150 个左右;
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I ran back to Gunter and told him the bad news.
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