福建省福州市第四十中学2023-2024学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题（含答案，无听力原文及音频）
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2023-2024学年福建省福州市第四十中学高二下学期期末考试英语试题
完成时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第Ⅰ卷
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转涂到答题卡上。
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
1. What is the woman doing
A. Listening to the news. B. Enjoying a TV series. C. Watching a game.
2. What are the speakers going to have
A. Italian food. B. Japanese food. C. Chinese food.
3. When do the speakers usually go to bed
A. At 9:00. B. At 9:30. C. At 10:00.
4. How will the man go to Shenzhen from Hong Kong
A. By air. B. By subway. C. By train.
5. What does the woman mean
A. The man is mistaking her for someone else.
B. Someone has told her the news.
C. She feels proud of herself.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
6. What does the boy want the girl to do
A Help him with math. B. Play tennis with him. C. Go dancing with him.
7. At what time is the dance class today
A. 4:15 pm. B. 4:45 pm. C. 5:15 pm.
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。
8. What did the woman probably look like in the past
A. She was overweight. B. She had blonde hair. C. She wore glasses.
9. What do we know about the woman
A. She is a doctor. B. She has two children. C. She got married last year.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Who is the man
A. A musician. B. A tourist. C. A reporter.
11. Why won’t the concerts be held at the Government Stadium
A. It costs more. B. It is too small. C. It is an open-air stadium.
12. What’s the woman doing
A. Doing a research. B. Asking for advice. C. Having an interview.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Colleagues. C. Schoolmates.
14. How does the woman feel about the change
A. Confused. B. Disappointed. C. Satisfied.
15 What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Attend concerts. B. Go to art galleries. C. Visit science museums.
16. What kind of music does the man like most
A. Jazz. B. Classical. C. Country.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
17. How long could the film last at most
A. 12 minutes. B. 11 minutes. C. 8 minutes.
18. What kind of films are required this year
A. Comedy. B. Horror. C. Drama.
19. What is the topic of the films this year
A. The family. B. The weather. C. Changes in a day.
20. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Steps of making a film.
B. Best films over the years.
C. A film-making competition.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分32分）
第一节（共11小题；每小题2分，满分22分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
The Art of Wearing Works of Art
The Smithsoman’s Craft2Wear Show will be held in Washington D.C.’s National Building Museum from October 20 to 22, transforming the building into a one-stop shop for the finest in American contemporary wearable craft (手工艺) and design
Nanibaa Beck
Beck is a jeweler (珠宝师) of Beck Studio At 13 years old, she became an assistant to her father and learned silversmith shills from him as well as her mother, who worked as a professional jewelry craftsman Beck’s ties to the process of creating jewelry inspired her to develop a deeper understanding of Native American art.
Alicia Appleton
Appleton is a corporate fashion designer and the founder of Amber Poitier inc, a leather accessories (配饰) company founded in 2015 in New York. Appleton attempts to empower women through her jewelry and fashion accessories.
Holly Anne Mitchell
Mitchell is an artist who will be showcasing jewelry made from recycled newspaper at the event. She began exploring newspaper as an artistic medium while taking a metalsmithing class at the University of Michigan in 1990.
Judith Carr
Bumbershoots by Nana, a business that handcrafts wearable art for babies, will display clothing at Craf2Wear Founded by artist Judith Carr, Bumbershoots by Nana seeks to create high-quality sleeping bags that are parent-friendly and functional.
General Admission
$17 per person if purchased before October 17 or $20 after October 17,
$10 per ticket for groups of 10 or more,
$8 per student ticket with Student ID Cards presented at the door (Students under age 18)
1. What can be learned about Beck
A. She founded Amber Poitier Inc in 2015.
B. She graduated from the University of Michigan.
C. She was well-known as a jeweler at a young age.
D. She benefited a lot from her parents daily work.
2. What is a feature of Mitchell’s jewelry
A. It is eco-friendly. B. It empowers women.
C. It helps to promote sleep. D. It stresses Native American art.
3. How much should a group of 6 adults pay if they buy tickets on October 15
A. $48. B. $60. C. $102. D. $120.
B
Gutiérrez’s life would never be the same again after finding a copy of Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy in the garbage 20 years ago. It happened while he was driving his garbage truck through wealthier neighbourhoods at night and seeing abandoned books. It aroused his desire to start rescuing books from the garbage. He used to take home between 50 and 60 books every morning. Eventually, he turned his book collection into a community library for children from low-income families.
Colombia’s capital city of Bogota has 19 public libraries. However, these libraries tend to be far away from where rural and poorer communities live. The option of buying new books is non-existent for families struggling to make ends meet. Gutiérrez’s community library is a true representation of how one man’s garbage can be another’s treasure.
Gutiérrez grew up poor, and his family could not afford to educate him beyond primary school. Nevertheless, his mother was a passionate reader and read stories to him every night. Her love for books left a deep impression on Gutiérrez.
Today, his makeshift community library, called “The Strength of Words”, occupies most of his home in southern Bogota, and is piled from floor to ceiling with fiction and non-fiction titles. Everything from school textbooks to storybooks can be found in his collection of more than 20.000 books! As word began to spread about his amazing project, people began sending him thousands more books to grow his library.
Despite having done so much for his community, Gutiérrez is not yet content to call it a day. He continues to search through garbage cans for reading materials. Today, the Gutiérrez family does not merely want to start libraries in neighbourhoods. They want to create spaces for school children to spend their time reading.
Gutiérrez’s journey to give back to his local community is an amazing example of how every one of us can improve the lives of those around us. How might we take a leaf out of Gutiérrez’s books and impact the less fortunate around us
4. What inspired Gutiérrez to rescue unwanted books
A. The abandoned Anna Karenina. B. Leo Tolstoy’s life.
C. Children’s living conditions. D. A community-library.
5. Why did Gutiérrez start “The Strength of Words”
A. To create a harmonious neighborhood.
B. To give his mother sufficient books.
C. To facilitate children’s reading.
D. To improve the community life.
6. What can best describe Gutiérrez
A. Devoted and talented. B. Intelligent and generous.
C. Passionate and well-educated. D. Creative and caring.
7. What would be the best title for the text
A. Desire for reading B. From garbage to treasure
C. Gutiérrez’s kindness D. An amazing model of education
C
In the first global study of lake color, researchers discovered that about one-third of the world’s lakes are blue. However, if average summer temperatures rise, some clear waters could turn green or brown. This color change may impact how people use the lakes and provide insights into lake ecosystems. Factors like water depth and land use also affect lake color. Green or brown lakes tend to have more algae(水藻) and organic matter.
The scientists then looked at local climates during that time to see how they may be linked to lake color around the world. Lakes in places with average summer air temperatures that were below 19℃ were more likely to be blue than lakes with warmer summers, the researchers find. If average summer temperatures increase another 3℃—an amount that scientists think is possible by the end of the century—those 3,800 lakes could turn green or brown. That’s because warmer water helps algae produce more flowers, which changes the qualities of the water, giving it a green-brown color, Yang says.
If some lakes do become less blue, people will probably lose some of the resources that have come to value, says O’Reilly, a scientist at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. But the color changes wouldn’t necessarily mean that the lakes are any less healthy. “Humans don’t value lots of algae in a lake, but if you’re a certain type of fish species, you might feel like ‘this is great’,” O’Reilly says.
The color of a lake can provide valuable insights into the overall health of its ecosystem, serving as a baseline for assessing the impact of climate change on Earth’s freshwater resources. By closely monitoring changes in lake color over time, scientists can gain a better understanding of potential shifts in the environment. Continued observation and analysis of lake conditions may also aid in predicting future changes and their influence for ecosystems and human populations alike.
8. What role do water depth and land use play in lake color
A. They have no impact on lake color.
B. They determine the size of the lake.
C. They are unrelated to the color of the lake.
D. They influence the color change of the lake.
9. Why might warmer water contribute to the green-brown color of lakes
A. It reduces algae growth. B. It promotes algae growth.
C. It causes water to evaporate. D. It has no effect on lake color.
10. According to O’Reilly, how might some fish species react to changes in algae levels
A. They may benefit from increased algae.
B. They may migrate to other deep lakes.
C. They may suffer health consequences.
D. They may become endangered easily.
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph
A. The influence of lake conditions on human populations.
B. The process of monitoring changes in lake color over time.
C. The significance of lake color in assessing ecosystem health.
D. The impact of climate change on Earth’s freshwater resources.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
Creativity is all about finding new ways of solving problems. If you’ve ever wanted to increase your creativity, these tips can help.
Devote yourself to creativity
The first step to increase creativity is to devote yourself to developing your creative abilities. Do not put off your efforts. ___12___ For example, if you are interested in painting, schedule time regularly to learn and practice your skills.
Become an expert
___13___ By having a rich understanding of the topic, you will be better able to think of innovative solutions to problems.
Explore multiple solutions
The next time you meet a problem, try looking for a variety of solutions. Instead of simply going with the first idea you have, take the time to think of other possible ways to solve the problem. ___14___
Take risks
When it comes to building your creative skills, you must be willing to take risks to improve your abilities. ___15___, you will still be improving your creative talents and building skills that will serve you well in the future. For example, sharing your work in a creative writing course might feel frightening, but the comments you receive from classmates and teachers can be valuable.
___16___
Never expect creativity to just happen. Look for new sources of inspiration that will give you fresh ideas and motivate you to get unique answers to questions. Read a book, visit a museum, listen to your favorite music or engage in a lively debate with a friend.
A. Look for inspiration.
B. Brainstorm new ideas.
C. Find time each day to develop your skills.
D. Although your efforts may not lead to success every time
E. Since one way to solve problems is by learning from creative people
F. One of the best ways to develop creativity is to become an expert in this area.
G. This simple activity is a great way to build problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
A 71-year-old Swedish man “can’t put into words” how thankful he is for the new technology that saved him from sudden cardiac arrest (心脏骤停).
The ____17____ occurred while he was clearing snow in his ____18____. In such situations people ____19____ have about ten minutes to ____20____ help, but ambulance response times are often too long to save a patient’s life.
Luckily, an ____21____ call for emergency service was made, and the man lived in a region that had partnered with an innovative ____22____ program called EMADE.
EMADE drones (无人机) swiftly delivered an automated external defibrillator (AED), a device to save a person’s life during a sudden cardiac arrest, to the ____23____ —and the time from the alarm to the safe ____24____ of the AED was just over three minutes.
____25____, a doctor drove by. “I was on my way to work at the local hospital when I noticed a man _____26_____ in his driveway and I immediately rushed to help.” says Dr. Mustafa Ali. “The man had no pulse (脉搏), so I started _____27_____ CPR while asking another bystander to call the ambulance. Just minutes later. I _____28_____ something flying above me — it was a drone carrying an AED!”
After receiving on-site treatment, the patient was _____29_____ to the hospital upon the arrival of the ambulance.
“This is a truly _____30_____ technology that needs to be established everywhere.” said the patient who now has made a full _____31_____ and returned home. “If it weren’t for the drone. I probably wouldn’t be here.”
17. A. change B. conflict C. incident D. campaign
18. A. doorway B. backyard C. house D. driveway
19. A. quickly B. gradually C. exactly D. usually
20. A. seek B. offer C. stop D. refuse
21. A. influential B. immediate C. impressive D. inspiring
22. A. energy-efficient B. life-saving C. cost-effective D. family-centered
23. A. hospital B. ambulance C. scene D. room
24. A. storage B. purchase C. delivery D. return
25. A. On purpose B. By chance C. Without delay D. In fact
26. A. rested B. waved C. struggled D. collapsed
27. A. learning B. performing C. explaining D. teaching
28. A. noticed B. imagined C. remembered D. missed
29. A. rushed B. called C. guided D. dragged
30. A. stable B. realistic C. popular D. useful
31. A. report B. inquiry C. recovery D. preparation
第Ⅱ卷
第二节 语法填空（共两题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A skywell, or “tian jing” in Chinese, is a typical feature of a traditional home in Southern and Eastern China. They are commonly seen in homes ____32____ (date) back to the Ming and Qing dynasties, which ____33____ (design) to house different generations of relatives. Despite their varied sizes and designs, these skywells are ____34____ (typical) square and located in ____35____ heart of the house. They serve to allow in light, enhance airflow, and harvest rainwater.
Since decades ago, the government ____36____ (advocate) green buildings, promoting environmentally-friendly practice. The increased interest towards traditional Chinese architecture is leading to the restoration of historic buildings with skywells ____37____ modern use. Architects are also looking towards the principles behind skywells while designing new buildings ____38____ (save) energy. The Dongguan TBA Tower in Guangdong Province, for example, brings natural airflows into every floor with internal “windpipes” that function in a similar way to skywells. The aim is to keep the building’s temperature ____39____ (comfort) in all seasons, using only natural airflow.
The fact that skywells still exist today shows ____40____ clever ancient builders were in using nature’s elements to create energy-sufficient and sustainable living spaces. These timeless architectural wonders continue to inspire architects in their efforts to find a green ____41____ (solve) for cooling homes and buildings.
第四部分 课内知识（共两节，满分18分）
第一节（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）
根据语境，选择方框中的单词替换句中划线部分的单词或短语，使之意思一致。
A. stimulate B. sorrow C. abandon D. integrity E. seize
42. Your encouragement will inspire me to further efforts.__________
43. Grasp the chance, otherwise you will regret it.__________
44. After careful discussion, it was agreed to give up the project._________
45. In the poem, the author expresses the sadness of a lost love._________
46. He is a man of honesty; he always follows his own conscience._________
第二节（共8小题，每小题1分，满分8分）
根据语境，用方框中所给短语适当形式填空，其中有两个多余词组。
turn down be composed of take over fall away turn out conflict with rely on be absorbed in shave off give off
47. When a robot’s behavior_________ the orders given by human beings, it will pose a threat to human existence.
48. Contrary to what you had expected, this final exam _________to be a challenging one.
49. The rescue team,___________ soldiers and medical workers from different countries, will be sent to the earthquake-stricken areas.
50. Last month Kalan was appointed by the company__________the position of Helen, who retired as accountant at the time.
51. Phytoplankton(浮游植物) live at the ocean surface, where they pull carbon dioxide into the ocean while__________oxygen.
52. When_________something they truly like, people may lose their sense of time and have a feeling of satisfaction.
53. Luckily, I have many good friends_________
54. His application _________because he was too young and not qualified enough.
第五部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
55. 假定你是校学生会主席，你校文学社将举办一场主题为“诗词里的中国”的讲座，请你向国际班的交换生发布一则通知，请他们届时参加学习。要点如下：
1时间、地点；
2.讲座目的、内容；
3.注意事项。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.标题已给出，不计入总词数。
参考词汇：文学社the Literary Club 诗词里的中国Mastering Chinese Poetry
Notice
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Student Union
第二节（满分25分）
56. 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。
One windy day in March, Kitty Miller was on her way to school when she glanced into a store window and saw a great pile of lovely red apples. “Oh,” She exclaimed (惊呼). “How lovely! If only Mamma could have one!” Immediately, the store owner recognized the familiar girl and asked her to pick one. Kitty just shook her head and ran away shyly.
Kitty’s mother was extremely poor. She had been a dressmaker ever since Kitty’s father died, and had to work hard to earn a living for herself and Kitty. Unfortunately, she had recently become very sick and had to lie in bed all day long. When Kitty was away at school, the house was incredibly cold and cheerless. She missed her little angel — that is what she called Kitty. Kitty took great care of her mother. She cooked her food, mostly soup. They could not afford fresh fruit. Kitty would even sing to her mother at night.
When Kitty reached the school that day, her thoughts were full of her sick mother and the lovely red apples. She was usually an excellent student, but that day she made so many mistakes that the teacher looked at her in surprise. The little girl could only sit at her desk, with her book before her, and dream of those red apples.
When school was dismissed, Kitty started slowly homeward. She had walked only a short distance when she saw a man in front of her drop his wallet. Running quickly forward, she picked it up. The wallet felt quite heavy in Kitty’s little hand.
“There must be a good deal of money in it,” thought Kitty. “How I wish I could keep it, so that I would then be able to purchase a red apple for Mamma, and so many other things she needs.”
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。
Kitty knew this would not be right, so she hurried after the man.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The store owner saw the familiar girl rushing in, one dollar in hand.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2023-2024学年福建省福州市第四十中学高二下学期期末考试
英语试题 答案版
完成时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第Ⅰ卷
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转涂到答题卡上。
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
1. What is the woman doing
A. Listening to the news. B. Enjoying a TV series. C. Watching a game.
2. What are the speakers going to have
A. Italian food. B. Japanese food. C. Chinese food.
3. When do the speakers usually go to bed
A. At 9:00. B. At 9:30. C. At 10:00.
4. How will the man go to Shenzhen from Hong Kong
A. By air. B. By subway. C. By train.
5. What does the woman mean
A. The man is mistaking her for someone else.
B. Someone has told her the news.
C. She feels proud of herself.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
6. What does the boy want the girl to do
A. Help him with math. B. Play tennis with him. C. Go dancing with him.
7. At what time is the dance class today
A. 4:15 pm. B. 4:45 pm. C. 5:15 pm.
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。
8. What did the woman probably look like in the past
A. She was overweight. B. She had blonde hair. C. She wore glasses.
9. What do we know about the woman
A. She is a doctor. B. She has two children. C. She got married last year.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Who is the man
A. A musician. B. A tourist. C. A reporter.
11. Why won’t the concerts be held at the Government Stadium
A. It costs more. B. It is too small. C. It is an open-air stadium.
12. What’s the woman doing
A. Doing a research. B. Asking for advice. C. Having an interview.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Colleagues. C. Schoolmates.
14. How does the woman feel about the change
A Confused. B. Disappointed. C. Satisfied.
15. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Attend concerts. B. Go to art galleries. C. Visit science museums.
16. What kind of music does the man like most
A. Jazz. B. Classical. C. Country.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
17. How long could the film last at most
A. 12 minutes. B. 11 minutes. C. 8 minutes.
18. What kind of films are required this year
A. Comedy. B. Horror. C. Drama.
19. What is the topic of the films this year
A. The family. B. The weather. C. Changes in a day.
20. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Steps of making a film.
B. Best films over the years.
C. A film-making competition.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分32分）
第一节（共11小题；每小题2分，满分22分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
The Art of Wearing Works of Art
The Smithsoman’s Craft2Wear Show will be held in Washington D.C.’s National Building Museum from October 20 to 22, transforming the building into a one-stop shop for the finest in American contemporary wearable craft (手工艺) and design
Nanibaa Beck
Beck is a jeweler (珠宝师) of Beck Studio At 13 years old, she became an assistant to her father and learned silversmith shills from him as well as her mother, who worked as a professional jewelry craftsman Beck’s ties to the process of creating jewelry inspired her to develop a deeper understanding of Native American art.
Alicia Appleton
Appleton is a corporate fashion designer and the founder of Amber Poitier inc, a leather accessories (配饰) company founded in 2015 in New York. Appleton attempts to empower women through her jewelry and fashion accessories.
Holly Anne Mitchell
Mitchell is an artist who will be showcasing jewelry made from recycled newspaper at the event. She began exploring newspaper as an artistic medium while taking a metalsmithing class at the University of Michigan in 1990.
Judith Carr
Bumbershoots by Nana, a business that handcrafts wearable art for babies, will display clothing at Craf2Wear Founded by artist Judith Carr, Bumbershoots by Nana seeks to create high-quality sleeping bags that are parent-friendly and functional.
General Admission
$17 per person if purchased before October 17 or $20 after October 17,
$10 per ticket for groups of 10 or more,
$8 per student ticket with Student ID Cards presented at the door (Students under age 18)
1. What can be learned about Beck
A. She founded Amber Poitier Inc in 2015.
B. She graduated from the University of Michigan.
C She was well-known as a jeweler at a young age.
D. She benefited a lot from her parents daily work.
2. What is a feature of Mitchell’s jewelry
A. It is eco-friendly. B. It empowers women.
C. It helps to promote sleep. D. It stresses Native American art.
3. How much should a group of 6 adults pay if they buy tickets on October 15
A. $48. B. $60. C. $102. D. $120.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. C
B
Gutiérrez’s life would never be the same again after finding a copy of Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy in the garbage 20 years ago. It happened while he was driving his garbage truck through wealthier neighbourhoods at night and seeing abandoned books. It aroused his desire to start rescuing books from the garbage. He used to take home between 50 and 60 books every morning. Eventually, he turned his book collection into a community library for children from low-income families.
Colombia’s capital city of Bogota has 19 public libraries. However, these libraries tend to be far away from where rural and poorer communities live. The option of buying new books is non-existent for families struggling to make ends meet. Gutiérrez’s community library is a true representation of how one man’s garbage can be another’s treasure.
Gutiérrez grew up poor, and his family could not afford to educate him beyond primary school. Nevertheless, his mother was a passionate reader and read stories to him every night. Her love for books left a deep impression on Gutiérrez.
Today, his makeshift community library, called “The Strength of Words”, occupies most of his home in southern Bogota, and is piled from floor to ceiling with fiction and non-fiction titles. Everything from school textbooks to storybooks can be found in his collection of more than 20.000 books! As word began to spread about his amazing project, people began sending him thousands more books to grow his library.
Despite having done so much for his community Gutiérrez is not yet content to call it a day. He continues to search through garbage cans for reading materials. Today, the Gutiérrez family does not merely want to start libraries in neighbourhoods. They want to create spaces for school children to spend their time reading.
Gutiérrez’s journey to give back to his local community is an amazing example of how every one of us can improve the lives of those around us. How might we take a leaf out of Gutiérrez’s books and impact the less fortunate around us
4. What inspired Gutiérrez to rescue unwanted books
A. The abandoned Anna Karenina. B. Leo Tolstoy’s life.
C. Children’s living conditions. D. A community-library.
5. Why did Gutiérrez start “The Strength of Words”
A. To create a harmonious neighborhood.
B. To give his mother sufficient books.
C. To facilitate children’s reading.
D. To improve the community life.
6. What can best describe Gutiérrez
A. Devoted and talented. B. Intelligent and generous.
C. Passionate and well-educated. D. Creative and caring.
7. What would be the best title for the text
A. Desire for reading B. From garbage to treasure
C. Gutiérrez’s kindness D. An amazing model of education
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7. B
C
In the first global study of lake color, researchers discovered that about one-third of the world’s lakes are blue. However, if average summer temperatures rise, some clear waters could turn green or brown. This color change may impact how people use the lakes and provide insights into lake ecosystems. Factors like water depth and land use also affect lake color. Green or brown lakes tend to have more algae(水藻) and organic matter.
The scientists then looked at local climates during that time to see how they may be linked to lake color around the world. Lakes in places with average summer air temperatures that were below 19℃ were more likely to be blue than lakes with warmer summers, the researchers find. If average summer temperatures increase another 3℃—an amount that scientists think is possible by the end of the century—those 3,800 lakes could turn green or brown. That’s because warmer water helps algae produce more flowers, which changes the qualities of the water, giving it a green-brown color, Yang says.
If some lakes do become less blue, people will probably lose some of the resources that have come to value, says O’Reilly, a scientist at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. But the color changes wouldn’t necessarily mean that the lakes are any less healthy. “Humans don’t value lots of algae in a lake, but if you’re a certain type of fish species, you might feel like ‘this is great’,” O’Reilly says.
The color of a lake can provide valuable insights into the overall health of its ecosystem, serving as a baseline for assessing the impact of climate change on Earth’s freshwater resources. By closely monitoring changes in lake color over time, scientists can gain a better understanding of potential shifts in the environment. Continued observation and analysis of lake conditions may also aid in predicting future changes and their influence for ecosystems and human populations alike.
8. What role do water depth and land use play in lake color
A. They have no impact on lake color.
B. They determine the size of the lake.
C. They are unrelated to the color of the lake.
D. They influence the color change of the lake.
9. Why might warmer water contribute to the green-brown color of lakes
A. It reduces algae growth. B. It promotes algae growth.
C. It causes water to evaporate. D. It has no effect on lake color.
10. According to O’Reilly, how might some fish species react to changes in algae levels
A. They may benefit from increased algae.
B. They may migrate to other deep lakes.
C. They may suffer health consequences.
D. They may become endangered easily.
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph
A. The influence of lake conditions on human populations.
B. The process of monitoring changes in lake color over time.
C. The significance of lake color in assessing ecosystem health.
D. The impact of climate change on Earth’s freshwater resources.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. A 11. C
第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
Creativity is all about finding new ways of solving problems. If you’ve ever wanted to increase your creativity, these tips can help.
Devote yourself to creativity
The first step to increase creativity is to devote yourself to developing your creative abilities. Do not put off your efforts. ___12___ For example, if you are interested in painting, schedule time regularly to learn and practice your skills.
Become an expert
___13___ By having a rich understanding of the topic, you will be better able to think of innovative solutions to problems.
Explore multiple solutions
The next time you meet a problem, try looking for a variety of solutions. Instead of simply going with the first idea you have, take the time to think of other possible ways to solve the problem. ___14___
Take risks
When it comes to building your creative skills, you must be willing to take risks to improve your abilities. ___15___, you will still be improving your creative talents and building skills that will serve you well in the future. For example, sharing your work in a creative writing course might feel frightening, but the comments you receive from classmates and teachers can be valuable.
___16___
Never expect creativity to just happen. Look for new sources of inspiration that will give you fresh ideas and motivate you to get unique answers to questions. Read a book, visit a museum, listen to your favorite music or engage in a lively debate with a friend.
A. Look for inspiration.
B. Brainstorm new ideas.
C. Find time each day to develop your skills.
D. Although your efforts may not lead to success every time
E. Since one way to solve problems is by learning from creative people
F. One of the best ways to develop creativity is to become an expert in this area.
G. This simple activity is a great way to build problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
【答案】12. C 13. F 14. G 15. D 16. A
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
A 71-year-old Swedish man “can’t put into words” how thankful he is for the new technology that saved him from sudden cardiac arrest (心脏骤停).
The ____17____ occurred while he was clearing snow in his ____18____. In such situations people ____19____ have about ten minutes to ____20____ help, but ambulance response times are often too long to save a patient’s life.
Luckily, an ____21____ call for emergency service was made, and the man lived in a region that had partnered with an innovative ____22____ program called EMADE.
EMADE drones (无人机) swiftly delivered an automated external defibrillator (AED), a device to save a person’s life during a sudden cardiac arrest, to the ____23____ —and the time from the alarm to the safe ____24____ of the AED was just over three minutes.
____25____, a doctor drove by. “I was on my way to work at the local hospital when I noticed a man _____26_____ in his driveway and I immediately rushed to help.” says Dr. Mustafa Ali. “The man had no pulse (脉搏), so I started _____27_____ CPR while asking another bystander to call the ambulance. Just minutes later. I _____28_____ something flying above me — it was a drone carrying an AED!”
After receiving on-site treatment, the patient was _____29_____ to the hospital upon the arrival of the ambulance.
“This is a truly _____30_____ technology that needs to be established everywhere.” said the patient who now has made a full _____31_____ and returned home. “If it weren’t for the drone. I probably wouldn’t be here.”
17. A. change B. conflict C. incident D. campaign
18. A. doorway B. backyard C. house D. driveway
19. A. quickly B. gradually C. exactly D. usually
20. A. seek B. offer C. stop D. refuse
21. A. influential B. immediate C. impressive D. inspiring
22. A. energy-efficient B. life-saving C. cost-effective D. family-centered
23. A. hospital B. ambulance C. scene D. room
24. A. storage B. purchase C. delivery D. return
25. A. On purpose B. By chance C. Without delay D. In fact
26. A. rested B. waved C. struggled D. collapsed
27. A. learning B. performing C. explaining D. teaching
28. A. noticed B. imagined C. remembered D. missed
29. A. rushed B. called C. guided D. dragged
30. A. stable B. realistic C. popular D. useful
31. A. report B. inquiry C. recovery D. preparation
【答案】17. C 18. D 19. D 20. A 21. B 22. B 23. C 24. C 25. B 26. D 27. B 28. A 29. A 30. D 31. C
第Ⅱ卷
第二节 语法填空（共两题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A skywell, or “tian jing” in Chinese, is a typical feature of a traditional home in Southern and Eastern China. They are commonly seen in homes ____32____ (date) back to the Ming and Qing dynasties, which ____33____ (design) to house different generations of relatives. Despite their varied sizes and designs, these skywells are ____34____ (typical) square and located in ____35____ heart of the house. They serve to allow in light, enhance airflow, and harvest rainwater.
Since decades ago, the government ____36____ (advocate) green buildings, promoting environmentally-friendly practice. The increased interest towards traditional Chinese architecture is leading to the restoration of historic buildings with skywells ____37____ modern use. Architects are also looking towards the principles behind skywells while designing new buildings ____38____ (save) energy. The Dongguan TBA Tower in Guangdong Province, for example, brings natural airflows into every floor with internal “windpipes” that function in a similar way to skywells. The aim is to keep the building’s temperature ____39____ (comfort) in all seasons, using only natural airflow.
The fact that skywells still exist today shows ____40____ clever ancient builders were in using nature’s elements to create energy-sufficient and sustainable living spaces. These timeless architectural wonders continue to inspire architects in their efforts to find a green ____41____ (solve) for cooling homes and buildings.
【答案】32. dating
33. were designed
34. typically
35. the 36. has been advocating##has advocated
37. for 38. to save
39 comfortable
40. how 41. solution
第四部分 课内知识（共两节，满分18分）
第一节（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）
根据语境，选择方框中的单词替换句中划线部分的单词或短语，使之意思一致。
A. stimulate B. sorrow C. abandon D. integrity E. seize
42. Your encouragement will inspire me to further efforts.__________
43. Grasp the chance, otherwise you will regret it.__________
44. After careful discussion, it was agreed to give up the project._________
45. In the poem, the author expresses the sadness of a lost love._________
46. He is a man of honesty; he always follows his own conscience._________
【答案】42. A 43. E 44. C 45. B 46. D
第二节（共8小题，每小题1分，满分8分）
根据语境，用方框中所给短语的适当形式填空，其中有两个多余词组。
turn down be composed of take over fall away turn out conflict with rely on be absorbed in shave off give off
47. When a robot’s behavior_________ the orders given by human beings, it will pose a threat to human existence.
48. Contrary to what you had expected, this final exam _________to be a challenging one.
49. The rescue team,___________ soldiers and medical workers from different countries, will be sent to the earthquake-stricken areas.
50. Last month Kalan was appointed by the company__________the position of Helen, who retired as accountant at the time.
51. Phytoplankton(浮游植物) live at the ocean surface, where they pull carbon dioxide into the ocean while__________oxygen.
52. When_________something they truly like, people may lose their sense of time and have a feeling of satisfaction.
53. Luckily, I have many good friends_________
54. His application _________because he was too young and not qualified enough.
【答案】47. conflicts with
48. turned out
posed of
50. to take over
51. giving off
52. absorbed in
53. to rely on
54. was turned down
第五部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
55. 假定你是校学生会主席，你校文学社将举办一场主题为“诗词里的中国”的讲座，请你向国际班的交换生发布一则通知，请他们届时参加学习。要点如下：
1.时间、地点；
2.讲座目的、内容；
3.注意事项。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.标题已给出，不计入总词数。
参考词汇：文学社the Literary Club 诗词里的中国Mastering Chinese Poetry
Notice
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The Student Union
【答案】One possible version:
Notice
Aimed at exploring the rich cultural heritage and beauty within Chinese poetry, a lecture themed “Mastering Chinese Poetry” will be organized by the Literary Club at the school conference hall at 3:00 p. m. on May 4th.
During the lecture, you can immerse yourself in the profound essence of Chinese culture through its poetry, discover famous poets and their works and gain insights into the historical significance and unique perspectives they offer. Please arrive on time with a notebook and a pen for note-taking. Active participation is encouraged, so feel free to ask questions and engage in discussions.
We look forward to your presence at this enlightening event. For any inquiries, please contact us.
The Student Union
第二节（满分25分）
56. 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。
One windy day in March, Kitty Miller was on her way to school when she glanced into a store window and saw a great pile of lovely red apples. “Oh,” She exclaimed (惊呼). “How lovely! If only Mamma could have one!” Immediately, the store owner recognized the familiar girl and asked her to pick one. Kitty just shook her head and ran away shyly.
Kitty’s mother was extremely poor. She had been a dressmaker ever since Kitty’s father died, and had to work hard to earn a living for herself and Kitty. Unfortunately, she had recently become very sick and had to lie in bed all day long. When Kitty was away at school, the house was incredibly cold and cheerless. She missed her little angel — that is what she called Kitty. Kitty took great care of her mother. She cooked her food, mostly soup. They could not afford fresh fruit. Kitty would even sing to her mother at night.
When Kitty reached the school that day, her thoughts were full of her sick mother and the lovely red apples. She was usually an excellent student, but that day she made so many mistakes that the teacher looked at her in surprise. The little girl could only sit at her desk, with her book before her, and dream of those red apples.
When school was dismissed, Kitty started slowly homeward. She had walked only a short distance when she saw a man in front of her drop his wallet. Running quickly forward, she picked it up. The wallet felt quite heavy in Kitty’s little hand.
“There must be a good deal of money in it,” thought Kitty. “How I wish I could keep it, so that I would then be able to purchase a red apple for Mamma, and so many other things she needs.”
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。
Kitty knew this would not be right, so she hurried after the man.
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The store owner saw the familiar girl rushing in, one dollar in hand.
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【答案】 Kitty knew this would not be right, so she hurried after the man. Touching him on the arm, she said, “Please, Sir. You dropped your wallet.” “Thank you, dear,” said the gentleman, taking the wallet. Then, noticing how poorly dressed she was, he said, “Why didn’t you keep the wallet, my child ” “Because that would be stealing,” replied Kitty. “But,” she continued honestly, “before I thought I must give it back to you, I did wish I could keep it, for then I could buy Mamma a red apple.” Hearing this, the man handed her a dollar and said,” You are a good girl. Take the dollar so that you can buy your mother a red apple.” Then, the man said goodbye to Kitty and left. With the dollar, Kitty happily ran to the store.
The store owner saw the familiar girl rushing in, one dollar in hand. He quickly picked out the biggest, roundest, and reddest apple and gave it to Kitty. Taking the apple, kitty was very happy and handed the dollar to the owner. But the owner didn’t take it, saying, “You keep it and the apple is free.” Kitty was so pleased and thanked the kind store owner. Then, she went back home. Her mother was surprised to see the apple and the dollar. Kitty told her mother the whole story. Her mother kissed her and said, “You see, dear, it always pays to be honest and truthful.”
完成时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第Ⅰ卷
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转涂到答题卡上。
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
1. What is the woman doing
A. Listening to the news. B. Enjoying a TV series. C. Watching a game.
2. What are the speakers going to have
A. Italian food. B. Japanese food. C. Chinese food.
3. When do the speakers usually go to bed
A. At 9:00. B. At 9:30. C. At 10:00.
4. How will the man go to Shenzhen from Hong Kong
A. By air. B. By subway. C. By train.
5. What does the woman mean
A. The man is mistaking her for someone else.
B. Someone has told her the news.
C. She feels proud of herself.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
6. What does the boy want the girl to do
A Help him with math. B. Play tennis with him. C. Go dancing with him.
7. At what time is the dance class today
A. 4:15 pm. B. 4:45 pm. C. 5:15 pm.
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。
8. What did the woman probably look like in the past
A. She was overweight. B. She had blonde hair. C. She wore glasses.
9. What do we know about the woman
A. She is a doctor. B. She has two children. C. She got married last year.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Who is the man
A. A musician. B. A tourist. C. A reporter.
11. Why won’t the concerts be held at the Government Stadium
A. It costs more. B. It is too small. C. It is an open-air stadium.
12. What’s the woman doing
A. Doing a research. B. Asking for advice. C. Having an interview.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Colleagues. C. Schoolmates.
14. How does the woman feel about the change
A. Confused. B. Disappointed. C. Satisfied.
15 What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Attend concerts. B. Go to art galleries. C. Visit science museums.
16. What kind of music does the man like most
A. Jazz. B. Classical. C. Country.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
17. How long could the film last at most
A. 12 minutes. B. 11 minutes. C. 8 minutes.
18. What kind of films are required this year
A. Comedy. B. Horror. C. Drama.
19. What is the topic of the films this year
A. The family. B. The weather. C. Changes in a day.
20. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Steps of making a film.
B. Best films over the years.
C. A film-making competition.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分32分）
第一节（共11小题；每小题2分，满分22分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
The Art of Wearing Works of Art
The Smithsoman’s Craft2Wear Show will be held in Washington D.C.’s National Building Museum from October 20 to 22, transforming the building into a one-stop shop for the finest in American contemporary wearable craft (手工艺) and design
Nanibaa Beck
Beck is a jeweler (珠宝师) of Beck Studio At 13 years old, she became an assistant to her father and learned silversmith shills from him as well as her mother, who worked as a professional jewelry craftsman Beck’s ties to the process of creating jewelry inspired her to develop a deeper understanding of Native American art.
Alicia Appleton
Appleton is a corporate fashion designer and the founder of Amber Poitier inc, a leather accessories (配饰) company founded in 2015 in New York. Appleton attempts to empower women through her jewelry and fashion accessories.
Holly Anne Mitchell
Mitchell is an artist who will be showcasing jewelry made from recycled newspaper at the event. She began exploring newspaper as an artistic medium while taking a metalsmithing class at the University of Michigan in 1990.
Judith Carr
Bumbershoots by Nana, a business that handcrafts wearable art for babies, will display clothing at Craf2Wear Founded by artist Judith Carr, Bumbershoots by Nana seeks to create high-quality sleeping bags that are parent-friendly and functional.
General Admission
$17 per person if purchased before October 17 or $20 after October 17,
$10 per ticket for groups of 10 or more,
$8 per student ticket with Student ID Cards presented at the door (Students under age 18)
1. What can be learned about Beck
A. She founded Amber Poitier Inc in 2015.
B. She graduated from the University of Michigan.
C. She was well-known as a jeweler at a young age.
D. She benefited a lot from her parents daily work.
2. What is a feature of Mitchell’s jewelry
A. It is eco-friendly. B. It empowers women.
C. It helps to promote sleep. D. It stresses Native American art.
3. How much should a group of 6 adults pay if they buy tickets on October 15
A. $48. B. $60. C. $102. D. $120.
B
Gutiérrez’s life would never be the same again after finding a copy of Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy in the garbage 20 years ago. It happened while he was driving his garbage truck through wealthier neighbourhoods at night and seeing abandoned books. It aroused his desire to start rescuing books from the garbage. He used to take home between 50 and 60 books every morning. Eventually, he turned his book collection into a community library for children from low-income families.
Colombia’s capital city of Bogota has 19 public libraries. However, these libraries tend to be far away from where rural and poorer communities live. The option of buying new books is non-existent for families struggling to make ends meet. Gutiérrez’s community library is a true representation of how one man’s garbage can be another’s treasure.
Gutiérrez grew up poor, and his family could not afford to educate him beyond primary school. Nevertheless, his mother was a passionate reader and read stories to him every night. Her love for books left a deep impression on Gutiérrez.
Today, his makeshift community library, called “The Strength of Words”, occupies most of his home in southern Bogota, and is piled from floor to ceiling with fiction and non-fiction titles. Everything from school textbooks to storybooks can be found in his collection of more than 20.000 books! As word began to spread about his amazing project, people began sending him thousands more books to grow his library.
Despite having done so much for his community, Gutiérrez is not yet content to call it a day. He continues to search through garbage cans for reading materials. Today, the Gutiérrez family does not merely want to start libraries in neighbourhoods. They want to create spaces for school children to spend their time reading.
Gutiérrez’s journey to give back to his local community is an amazing example of how every one of us can improve the lives of those around us. How might we take a leaf out of Gutiérrez’s books and impact the less fortunate around us
4. What inspired Gutiérrez to rescue unwanted books
A. The abandoned Anna Karenina. B. Leo Tolstoy’s life.
C. Children’s living conditions. D. A community-library.
5. Why did Gutiérrez start “The Strength of Words”
A. To create a harmonious neighborhood.
B. To give his mother sufficient books.
C. To facilitate children’s reading.
D. To improve the community life.
6. What can best describe Gutiérrez
A. Devoted and talented. B. Intelligent and generous.
C. Passionate and well-educated. D. Creative and caring.
7. What would be the best title for the text
A. Desire for reading B. From garbage to treasure
C. Gutiérrez’s kindness D. An amazing model of education
C
In the first global study of lake color, researchers discovered that about one-third of the world’s lakes are blue. However, if average summer temperatures rise, some clear waters could turn green or brown. This color change may impact how people use the lakes and provide insights into lake ecosystems. Factors like water depth and land use also affect lake color. Green or brown lakes tend to have more algae(水藻) and organic matter.
The scientists then looked at local climates during that time to see how they may be linked to lake color around the world. Lakes in places with average summer air temperatures that were below 19℃ were more likely to be blue than lakes with warmer summers, the researchers find. If average summer temperatures increase another 3℃—an amount that scientists think is possible by the end of the century—those 3,800 lakes could turn green or brown. That’s because warmer water helps algae produce more flowers, which changes the qualities of the water, giving it a green-brown color, Yang says.
If some lakes do become less blue, people will probably lose some of the resources that have come to value, says O’Reilly, a scientist at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. But the color changes wouldn’t necessarily mean that the lakes are any less healthy. “Humans don’t value lots of algae in a lake, but if you’re a certain type of fish species, you might feel like ‘this is great’,” O’Reilly says.
The color of a lake can provide valuable insights into the overall health of its ecosystem, serving as a baseline for assessing the impact of climate change on Earth’s freshwater resources. By closely monitoring changes in lake color over time, scientists can gain a better understanding of potential shifts in the environment. Continued observation and analysis of lake conditions may also aid in predicting future changes and their influence for ecosystems and human populations alike.
8. What role do water depth and land use play in lake color
A. They have no impact on lake color.
B. They determine the size of the lake.
C. They are unrelated to the color of the lake.
D. They influence the color change of the lake.
9. Why might warmer water contribute to the green-brown color of lakes
A. It reduces algae growth. B. It promotes algae growth.
C. It causes water to evaporate. D. It has no effect on lake color.
10. According to O’Reilly, how might some fish species react to changes in algae levels
A. They may benefit from increased algae.
B. They may migrate to other deep lakes.
C. They may suffer health consequences.
D. They may become endangered easily.
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph
A. The influence of lake conditions on human populations.
B. The process of monitoring changes in lake color over time.
C. The significance of lake color in assessing ecosystem health.
D. The impact of climate change on Earth’s freshwater resources.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
Creativity is all about finding new ways of solving problems. If you’ve ever wanted to increase your creativity, these tips can help.
Devote yourself to creativity
The first step to increase creativity is to devote yourself to developing your creative abilities. Do not put off your efforts. ___12___ For example, if you are interested in painting, schedule time regularly to learn and practice your skills.
Become an expert
___13___ By having a rich understanding of the topic, you will be better able to think of innovative solutions to problems.
Explore multiple solutions
The next time you meet a problem, try looking for a variety of solutions. Instead of simply going with the first idea you have, take the time to think of other possible ways to solve the problem. ___14___
Take risks
When it comes to building your creative skills, you must be willing to take risks to improve your abilities. ___15___, you will still be improving your creative talents and building skills that will serve you well in the future. For example, sharing your work in a creative writing course might feel frightening, but the comments you receive from classmates and teachers can be valuable.
___16___
Never expect creativity to just happen. Look for new sources of inspiration that will give you fresh ideas and motivate you to get unique answers to questions. Read a book, visit a museum, listen to your favorite music or engage in a lively debate with a friend.
A. Look for inspiration.
B. Brainstorm new ideas.
C. Find time each day to develop your skills.
D. Although your efforts may not lead to success every time
E. Since one way to solve problems is by learning from creative people
F. One of the best ways to develop creativity is to become an expert in this area.
G. This simple activity is a great way to build problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
A 71-year-old Swedish man “can’t put into words” how thankful he is for the new technology that saved him from sudden cardiac arrest (心脏骤停).
The ____17____ occurred while he was clearing snow in his ____18____. In such situations people ____19____ have about ten minutes to ____20____ help, but ambulance response times are often too long to save a patient’s life.
Luckily, an ____21____ call for emergency service was made, and the man lived in a region that had partnered with an innovative ____22____ program called EMADE.
EMADE drones (无人机) swiftly delivered an automated external defibrillator (AED), a device to save a person’s life during a sudden cardiac arrest, to the ____23____ —and the time from the alarm to the safe ____24____ of the AED was just over three minutes.
____25____, a doctor drove by. “I was on my way to work at the local hospital when I noticed a man _____26_____ in his driveway and I immediately rushed to help.” says Dr. Mustafa Ali. “The man had no pulse (脉搏), so I started _____27_____ CPR while asking another bystander to call the ambulance. Just minutes later. I _____28_____ something flying above me — it was a drone carrying an AED!”
After receiving on-site treatment, the patient was _____29_____ to the hospital upon the arrival of the ambulance.
“This is a truly _____30_____ technology that needs to be established everywhere.” said the patient who now has made a full _____31_____ and returned home. “If it weren’t for the drone. I probably wouldn’t be here.”
17. A. change B. conflict C. incident D. campaign
18. A. doorway B. backyard C. house D. driveway
19. A. quickly B. gradually C. exactly D. usually
20. A. seek B. offer C. stop D. refuse
21. A. influential B. immediate C. impressive D. inspiring
22. A. energy-efficient B. life-saving C. cost-effective D. family-centered
23. A. hospital B. ambulance C. scene D. room
24. A. storage B. purchase C. delivery D. return
25. A. On purpose B. By chance C. Without delay D. In fact
26. A. rested B. waved C. struggled D. collapsed
27. A. learning B. performing C. explaining D. teaching
28. A. noticed B. imagined C. remembered D. missed
29. A. rushed B. called C. guided D. dragged
30. A. stable B. realistic C. popular D. useful
31. A. report B. inquiry C. recovery D. preparation
第Ⅱ卷
第二节 语法填空（共两题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A skywell, or “tian jing” in Chinese, is a typical feature of a traditional home in Southern and Eastern China. They are commonly seen in homes ____32____ (date) back to the Ming and Qing dynasties, which ____33____ (design) to house different generations of relatives. Despite their varied sizes and designs, these skywells are ____34____ (typical) square and located in ____35____ heart of the house. They serve to allow in light, enhance airflow, and harvest rainwater.
Since decades ago, the government ____36____ (advocate) green buildings, promoting environmentally-friendly practice. The increased interest towards traditional Chinese architecture is leading to the restoration of historic buildings with skywells ____37____ modern use. Architects are also looking towards the principles behind skywells while designing new buildings ____38____ (save) energy. The Dongguan TBA Tower in Guangdong Province, for example, brings natural airflows into every floor with internal “windpipes” that function in a similar way to skywells. The aim is to keep the building’s temperature ____39____ (comfort) in all seasons, using only natural airflow.
The fact that skywells still exist today shows ____40____ clever ancient builders were in using nature’s elements to create energy-sufficient and sustainable living spaces. These timeless architectural wonders continue to inspire architects in their efforts to find a green ____41____ (solve) for cooling homes and buildings.
第四部分 课内知识（共两节，满分18分）
第一节（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）
根据语境，选择方框中的单词替换句中划线部分的单词或短语，使之意思一致。
A. stimulate B. sorrow C. abandon D. integrity E. seize
42. Your encouragement will inspire me to further efforts.__________
43. Grasp the chance, otherwise you will regret it.__________
44. After careful discussion, it was agreed to give up the project._________
45. In the poem, the author expresses the sadness of a lost love._________
46. He is a man of honesty; he always follows his own conscience._________
第二节（共8小题，每小题1分，满分8分）
根据语境，用方框中所给短语适当形式填空，其中有两个多余词组。
turn down be composed of take over fall away turn out conflict with rely on be absorbed in shave off give off
47. When a robot’s behavior_________ the orders given by human beings, it will pose a threat to human existence.
48. Contrary to what you had expected, this final exam _________to be a challenging one.
49. The rescue team,___________ soldiers and medical workers from different countries, will be sent to the earthquake-stricken areas.
50. Last month Kalan was appointed by the company__________the position of Helen, who retired as accountant at the time.
51. Phytoplankton(浮游植物) live at the ocean surface, where they pull carbon dioxide into the ocean while__________oxygen.
52. When_________something they truly like, people may lose their sense of time and have a feeling of satisfaction.
53. Luckily, I have many good friends_________
54. His application _________because he was too young and not qualified enough.
第五部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
55. 假定你是校学生会主席，你校文学社将举办一场主题为“诗词里的中国”的讲座，请你向国际班的交换生发布一则通知，请他们届时参加学习。要点如下：
1时间、地点；
2.讲座目的、内容；
3.注意事项。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.标题已给出，不计入总词数。
参考词汇：文学社the Literary Club 诗词里的中国Mastering Chinese Poetry
Notice
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The Student Union
第二节（满分25分）
56. 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。
One windy day in March, Kitty Miller was on her way to school when she glanced into a store window and saw a great pile of lovely red apples. “Oh,” She exclaimed (惊呼). “How lovely! If only Mamma could have one!” Immediately, the store owner recognized the familiar girl and asked her to pick one. Kitty just shook her head and ran away shyly.
Kitty’s mother was extremely poor. She had been a dressmaker ever since Kitty’s father died, and had to work hard to earn a living for herself and Kitty. Unfortunately, she had recently become very sick and had to lie in bed all day long. When Kitty was away at school, the house was incredibly cold and cheerless. She missed her little angel — that is what she called Kitty. Kitty took great care of her mother. She cooked her food, mostly soup. They could not afford fresh fruit. Kitty would even sing to her mother at night.
When Kitty reached the school that day, her thoughts were full of her sick mother and the lovely red apples. She was usually an excellent student, but that day she made so many mistakes that the teacher looked at her in surprise. The little girl could only sit at her desk, with her book before her, and dream of those red apples.
When school was dismissed, Kitty started slowly homeward. She had walked only a short distance when she saw a man in front of her drop his wallet. Running quickly forward, she picked it up. The wallet felt quite heavy in Kitty’s little hand.
“There must be a good deal of money in it,” thought Kitty. “How I wish I could keep it, so that I would then be able to purchase a red apple for Mamma, and so many other things she needs.”
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。
Kitty knew this would not be right, so she hurried after the man.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The store owner saw the familiar girl rushing in, one dollar in hand.
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2023-2024学年福建省福州市第四十中学高二下学期期末考试
英语试题 答案版
完成时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第Ⅰ卷
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转涂到答题卡上。
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
1. What is the woman doing
A. Listening to the news. B. Enjoying a TV series. C. Watching a game.
2. What are the speakers going to have
A. Italian food. B. Japanese food. C. Chinese food.
3. When do the speakers usually go to bed
A. At 9:00. B. At 9:30. C. At 10:00.
4. How will the man go to Shenzhen from Hong Kong
A. By air. B. By subway. C. By train.
5. What does the woman mean
A. The man is mistaking her for someone else.
B. Someone has told her the news.
C. She feels proud of herself.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
6. What does the boy want the girl to do
A. Help him with math. B. Play tennis with him. C. Go dancing with him.
7. At what time is the dance class today
A. 4:15 pm. B. 4:45 pm. C. 5:15 pm.
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。
8. What did the woman probably look like in the past
A. She was overweight. B. She had blonde hair. C. She wore glasses.
9. What do we know about the woman
A. She is a doctor. B. She has two children. C. She got married last year.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Who is the man
A. A musician. B. A tourist. C. A reporter.
11. Why won’t the concerts be held at the Government Stadium
A. It costs more. B. It is too small. C. It is an open-air stadium.
12. What’s the woman doing
A. Doing a research. B. Asking for advice. C. Having an interview.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Colleagues. C. Schoolmates.
14. How does the woman feel about the change
A Confused. B. Disappointed. C. Satisfied.
15. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Attend concerts. B. Go to art galleries. C. Visit science museums.
16. What kind of music does the man like most
A. Jazz. B. Classical. C. Country.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
17. How long could the film last at most
A. 12 minutes. B. 11 minutes. C. 8 minutes.
18. What kind of films are required this year
A. Comedy. B. Horror. C. Drama.
19. What is the topic of the films this year
A. The family. B. The weather. C. Changes in a day.
20. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Steps of making a film.
B. Best films over the years.
C. A film-making competition.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分32分）
第一节（共11小题；每小题2分，满分22分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
The Art of Wearing Works of Art
The Smithsoman’s Craft2Wear Show will be held in Washington D.C.’s National Building Museum from October 20 to 22, transforming the building into a one-stop shop for the finest in American contemporary wearable craft (手工艺) and design
Nanibaa Beck
Beck is a jeweler (珠宝师) of Beck Studio At 13 years old, she became an assistant to her father and learned silversmith shills from him as well as her mother, who worked as a professional jewelry craftsman Beck’s ties to the process of creating jewelry inspired her to develop a deeper understanding of Native American art.
Alicia Appleton
Appleton is a corporate fashion designer and the founder of Amber Poitier inc, a leather accessories (配饰) company founded in 2015 in New York. Appleton attempts to empower women through her jewelry and fashion accessories.
Holly Anne Mitchell
Mitchell is an artist who will be showcasing jewelry made from recycled newspaper at the event. She began exploring newspaper as an artistic medium while taking a metalsmithing class at the University of Michigan in 1990.
Judith Carr
Bumbershoots by Nana, a business that handcrafts wearable art for babies, will display clothing at Craf2Wear Founded by artist Judith Carr, Bumbershoots by Nana seeks to create high-quality sleeping bags that are parent-friendly and functional.
General Admission
$17 per person if purchased before October 17 or $20 after October 17,
$10 per ticket for groups of 10 or more,
$8 per student ticket with Student ID Cards presented at the door (Students under age 18)
1. What can be learned about Beck
A. She founded Amber Poitier Inc in 2015.
B. She graduated from the University of Michigan.
C She was well-known as a jeweler at a young age.
D. She benefited a lot from her parents daily work.
2. What is a feature of Mitchell’s jewelry
A. It is eco-friendly. B. It empowers women.
C. It helps to promote sleep. D. It stresses Native American art.
3. How much should a group of 6 adults pay if they buy tickets on October 15
A. $48. B. $60. C. $102. D. $120.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. C
B
Gutiérrez’s life would never be the same again after finding a copy of Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy in the garbage 20 years ago. It happened while he was driving his garbage truck through wealthier neighbourhoods at night and seeing abandoned books. It aroused his desire to start rescuing books from the garbage. He used to take home between 50 and 60 books every morning. Eventually, he turned his book collection into a community library for children from low-income families.
Colombia’s capital city of Bogota has 19 public libraries. However, these libraries tend to be far away from where rural and poorer communities live. The option of buying new books is non-existent for families struggling to make ends meet. Gutiérrez’s community library is a true representation of how one man’s garbage can be another’s treasure.
Gutiérrez grew up poor, and his family could not afford to educate him beyond primary school. Nevertheless, his mother was a passionate reader and read stories to him every night. Her love for books left a deep impression on Gutiérrez.
Today, his makeshift community library, called “The Strength of Words”, occupies most of his home in southern Bogota, and is piled from floor to ceiling with fiction and non-fiction titles. Everything from school textbooks to storybooks can be found in his collection of more than 20.000 books! As word began to spread about his amazing project, people began sending him thousands more books to grow his library.
Despite having done so much for his community Gutiérrez is not yet content to call it a day. He continues to search through garbage cans for reading materials. Today, the Gutiérrez family does not merely want to start libraries in neighbourhoods. They want to create spaces for school children to spend their time reading.
Gutiérrez’s journey to give back to his local community is an amazing example of how every one of us can improve the lives of those around us. How might we take a leaf out of Gutiérrez’s books and impact the less fortunate around us
4. What inspired Gutiérrez to rescue unwanted books
A. The abandoned Anna Karenina. B. Leo Tolstoy’s life.
C. Children’s living conditions. D. A community-library.
5. Why did Gutiérrez start “The Strength of Words”
A. To create a harmonious neighborhood.
B. To give his mother sufficient books.
C. To facilitate children’s reading.
D. To improve the community life.
6. What can best describe Gutiérrez
A. Devoted and talented. B. Intelligent and generous.
C. Passionate and well-educated. D. Creative and caring.
7. What would be the best title for the text
A. Desire for reading B. From garbage to treasure
C. Gutiérrez’s kindness D. An amazing model of education
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7. B
C
In the first global study of lake color, researchers discovered that about one-third of the world’s lakes are blue. However, if average summer temperatures rise, some clear waters could turn green or brown. This color change may impact how people use the lakes and provide insights into lake ecosystems. Factors like water depth and land use also affect lake color. Green or brown lakes tend to have more algae(水藻) and organic matter.
The scientists then looked at local climates during that time to see how they may be linked to lake color around the world. Lakes in places with average summer air temperatures that were below 19℃ were more likely to be blue than lakes with warmer summers, the researchers find. If average summer temperatures increase another 3℃—an amount that scientists think is possible by the end of the century—those 3,800 lakes could turn green or brown. That’s because warmer water helps algae produce more flowers, which changes the qualities of the water, giving it a green-brown color, Yang says.
If some lakes do become less blue, people will probably lose some of the resources that have come to value, says O’Reilly, a scientist at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. But the color changes wouldn’t necessarily mean that the lakes are any less healthy. “Humans don’t value lots of algae in a lake, but if you’re a certain type of fish species, you might feel like ‘this is great’,” O’Reilly says.
The color of a lake can provide valuable insights into the overall health of its ecosystem, serving as a baseline for assessing the impact of climate change on Earth’s freshwater resources. By closely monitoring changes in lake color over time, scientists can gain a better understanding of potential shifts in the environment. Continued observation and analysis of lake conditions may also aid in predicting future changes and their influence for ecosystems and human populations alike.
8. What role do water depth and land use play in lake color
A. They have no impact on lake color.
B. They determine the size of the lake.
C. They are unrelated to the color of the lake.
D. They influence the color change of the lake.
9. Why might warmer water contribute to the green-brown color of lakes
A. It reduces algae growth. B. It promotes algae growth.
C. It causes water to evaporate. D. It has no effect on lake color.
10. According to O’Reilly, how might some fish species react to changes in algae levels
A. They may benefit from increased algae.
B. They may migrate to other deep lakes.
C. They may suffer health consequences.
D. They may become endangered easily.
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph
A. The influence of lake conditions on human populations.
B. The process of monitoring changes in lake color over time.
C. The significance of lake color in assessing ecosystem health.
D. The impact of climate change on Earth’s freshwater resources.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. A 11. C
第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
Creativity is all about finding new ways of solving problems. If you’ve ever wanted to increase your creativity, these tips can help.
Devote yourself to creativity
The first step to increase creativity is to devote yourself to developing your creative abilities. Do not put off your efforts. ___12___ For example, if you are interested in painting, schedule time regularly to learn and practice your skills.
Become an expert
___13___ By having a rich understanding of the topic, you will be better able to think of innovative solutions to problems.
Explore multiple solutions
The next time you meet a problem, try looking for a variety of solutions. Instead of simply going with the first idea you have, take the time to think of other possible ways to solve the problem. ___14___
Take risks
When it comes to building your creative skills, you must be willing to take risks to improve your abilities. ___15___, you will still be improving your creative talents and building skills that will serve you well in the future. For example, sharing your work in a creative writing course might feel frightening, but the comments you receive from classmates and teachers can be valuable.
___16___
Never expect creativity to just happen. Look for new sources of inspiration that will give you fresh ideas and motivate you to get unique answers to questions. Read a book, visit a museum, listen to your favorite music or engage in a lively debate with a friend.
A. Look for inspiration.
B. Brainstorm new ideas.
C. Find time each day to develop your skills.
D. Although your efforts may not lead to success every time
E. Since one way to solve problems is by learning from creative people
F. One of the best ways to develop creativity is to become an expert in this area.
G. This simple activity is a great way to build problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
【答案】12. C 13. F 14. G 15. D 16. A
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
A 71-year-old Swedish man “can’t put into words” how thankful he is for the new technology that saved him from sudden cardiac arrest (心脏骤停).
The ____17____ occurred while he was clearing snow in his ____18____. In such situations people ____19____ have about ten minutes to ____20____ help, but ambulance response times are often too long to save a patient’s life.
Luckily, an ____21____ call for emergency service was made, and the man lived in a region that had partnered with an innovative ____22____ program called EMADE.
EMADE drones (无人机) swiftly delivered an automated external defibrillator (AED), a device to save a person’s life during a sudden cardiac arrest, to the ____23____ —and the time from the alarm to the safe ____24____ of the AED was just over three minutes.
____25____, a doctor drove by. “I was on my way to work at the local hospital when I noticed a man _____26_____ in his driveway and I immediately rushed to help.” says Dr. Mustafa Ali. “The man had no pulse (脉搏), so I started _____27_____ CPR while asking another bystander to call the ambulance. Just minutes later. I _____28_____ something flying above me — it was a drone carrying an AED!”
After receiving on-site treatment, the patient was _____29_____ to the hospital upon the arrival of the ambulance.
“This is a truly _____30_____ technology that needs to be established everywhere.” said the patient who now has made a full _____31_____ and returned home. “If it weren’t for the drone. I probably wouldn’t be here.”
17. A. change B. conflict C. incident D. campaign
18. A. doorway B. backyard C. house D. driveway
19. A. quickly B. gradually C. exactly D. usually
20. A. seek B. offer C. stop D. refuse
21. A. influential B. immediate C. impressive D. inspiring
22. A. energy-efficient B. life-saving C. cost-effective D. family-centered
23. A. hospital B. ambulance C. scene D. room
24. A. storage B. purchase C. delivery D. return
25. A. On purpose B. By chance C. Without delay D. In fact
26. A. rested B. waved C. struggled D. collapsed
27. A. learning B. performing C. explaining D. teaching
28. A. noticed B. imagined C. remembered D. missed
29. A. rushed B. called C. guided D. dragged
30. A. stable B. realistic C. popular D. useful
31. A. report B. inquiry C. recovery D. preparation
【答案】17. C 18. D 19. D 20. A 21. B 22. B 23. C 24. C 25. B 26. D 27. B 28. A 29. A 30. D 31. C
第Ⅱ卷
第二节 语法填空（共两题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A skywell, or “tian jing” in Chinese, is a typical feature of a traditional home in Southern and Eastern China. They are commonly seen in homes ____32____ (date) back to the Ming and Qing dynasties, which ____33____ (design) to house different generations of relatives. Despite their varied sizes and designs, these skywells are ____34____ (typical) square and located in ____35____ heart of the house. They serve to allow in light, enhance airflow, and harvest rainwater.
Since decades ago, the government ____36____ (advocate) green buildings, promoting environmentally-friendly practice. The increased interest towards traditional Chinese architecture is leading to the restoration of historic buildings with skywells ____37____ modern use. Architects are also looking towards the principles behind skywells while designing new buildings ____38____ (save) energy. The Dongguan TBA Tower in Guangdong Province, for example, brings natural airflows into every floor with internal “windpipes” that function in a similar way to skywells. The aim is to keep the building’s temperature ____39____ (comfort) in all seasons, using only natural airflow.
The fact that skywells still exist today shows ____40____ clever ancient builders were in using nature’s elements to create energy-sufficient and sustainable living spaces. These timeless architectural wonders continue to inspire architects in their efforts to find a green ____41____ (solve) for cooling homes and buildings.
【答案】32. dating
33. were designed
34. typically
35. the 36. has been advocating##has advocated
37. for 38. to save
39 comfortable
40. how 41. solution
第四部分 课内知识（共两节，满分18分）
第一节（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）
根据语境，选择方框中的单词替换句中划线部分的单词或短语，使之意思一致。
A. stimulate B. sorrow C. abandon D. integrity E. seize
42. Your encouragement will inspire me to further efforts.__________
43. Grasp the chance, otherwise you will regret it.__________
44. After careful discussion, it was agreed to give up the project._________
45. In the poem, the author expresses the sadness of a lost love._________
46. He is a man of honesty; he always follows his own conscience._________
【答案】42. A 43. E 44. C 45. B 46. D
第二节（共8小题，每小题1分，满分8分）
根据语境，用方框中所给短语的适当形式填空，其中有两个多余词组。
turn down be composed of take over fall away turn out conflict with rely on be absorbed in shave off give off
47. When a robot’s behavior_________ the orders given by human beings, it will pose a threat to human existence.
48. Contrary to what you had expected, this final exam _________to be a challenging one.
49. The rescue team,___________ soldiers and medical workers from different countries, will be sent to the earthquake-stricken areas.
50. Last month Kalan was appointed by the company__________the position of Helen, who retired as accountant at the time.
51. Phytoplankton(浮游植物) live at the ocean surface, where they pull carbon dioxide into the ocean while__________oxygen.
52. When_________something they truly like, people may lose their sense of time and have a feeling of satisfaction.
53. Luckily, I have many good friends_________
54. His application _________because he was too young and not qualified enough.
【答案】47. conflicts with
48. turned out
posed of
50. to take over
51. giving off
52. absorbed in
53. to rely on
54. was turned down
第五部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
55. 假定你是校学生会主席，你校文学社将举办一场主题为“诗词里的中国”的讲座，请你向国际班的交换生发布一则通知，请他们届时参加学习。要点如下：
1.时间、地点；
2.讲座目的、内容；
3.注意事项。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.标题已给出，不计入总词数。
参考词汇：文学社the Literary Club 诗词里的中国Mastering Chinese Poetry
Notice
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The Student Union
【答案】One possible version:
Notice
Aimed at exploring the rich cultural heritage and beauty within Chinese poetry, a lecture themed “Mastering Chinese Poetry” will be organized by the Literary Club at the school conference hall at 3:00 p. m. on May 4th.
During the lecture, you can immerse yourself in the profound essence of Chinese culture through its poetry, discover famous poets and their works and gain insights into the historical significance and unique perspectives they offer. Please arrive on time with a notebook and a pen for note-taking. Active participation is encouraged, so feel free to ask questions and engage in discussions.
We look forward to your presence at this enlightening event. For any inquiries, please contact us.
The Student Union
第二节（满分25分）
56. 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。
One windy day in March, Kitty Miller was on her way to school when she glanced into a store window and saw a great pile of lovely red apples. “Oh,” She exclaimed (惊呼). “How lovely! If only Mamma could have one!” Immediately, the store owner recognized the familiar girl and asked her to pick one. Kitty just shook her head and ran away shyly.
Kitty’s mother was extremely poor. She had been a dressmaker ever since Kitty’s father died, and had to work hard to earn a living for herself and Kitty. Unfortunately, she had recently become very sick and had to lie in bed all day long. When Kitty was away at school, the house was incredibly cold and cheerless. She missed her little angel — that is what she called Kitty. Kitty took great care of her mother. She cooked her food, mostly soup. They could not afford fresh fruit. Kitty would even sing to her mother at night.
When Kitty reached the school that day, her thoughts were full of her sick mother and the lovely red apples. She was usually an excellent student, but that day she made so many mistakes that the teacher looked at her in surprise. The little girl could only sit at her desk, with her book before her, and dream of those red apples.
When school was dismissed, Kitty started slowly homeward. She had walked only a short distance when she saw a man in front of her drop his wallet. Running quickly forward, she picked it up. The wallet felt quite heavy in Kitty’s little hand.
“There must be a good deal of money in it,” thought Kitty. “How I wish I could keep it, so that I would then be able to purchase a red apple for Mamma, and so many other things she needs.”
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。
Kitty knew this would not be right, so she hurried after the man.
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The store owner saw the familiar girl rushing in, one dollar in hand.
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【答案】 Kitty knew this would not be right, so she hurried after the man. Touching him on the arm, she said, “Please, Sir. You dropped your wallet.” “Thank you, dear,” said the gentleman, taking the wallet. Then, noticing how poorly dressed she was, he said, “Why didn’t you keep the wallet, my child ” “Because that would be stealing,” replied Kitty. “But,” she continued honestly, “before I thought I must give it back to you, I did wish I could keep it, for then I could buy Mamma a red apple.” Hearing this, the man handed her a dollar and said,” You are a good girl. Take the dollar so that you can buy your mother a red apple.” Then, the man said goodbye to Kitty and left. With the dollar, Kitty happily ran to the store.
The store owner saw the familiar girl rushing in, one dollar in hand. He quickly picked out the biggest, roundest, and reddest apple and gave it to Kitty. Taking the apple, kitty was very happy and handed the dollar to the owner. But the owner didn’t take it, saying, “You keep it and the apple is free.” Kitty was so pleased and thanked the kind store owner. Then, she went back home. Her mother was surprised to see the apple and the dollar. Kitty told her mother the whole story. Her mother kissed her and said, “You see, dear, it always pays to be honest and truthful.”
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