2024-2025学年广东省梅州市梅雁中学高三上学期9月月考英语试题（含答案）
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2024-2025学年广东省梅州市梅雁中学高三上学期9月月考英语试题
第一部分 阅读(每小题2.5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
King’s College Summer School
King’s College Summer School is an annual training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King’s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year’s summer school will be from July 25 to August 15. More information is as follows:
Application date Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2023. Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2023. Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2023. Courses English Language Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours American History: 16 hours American Culture: 16 hours
Steps A letter of self-introduction A letter of recommendation The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. Cost Daily lessons: $200 Sports and activities: $100 Travels: $200 Hotel service: $400 You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city.
Please write to: Thompson Sanders 1026 King’s Street New York, NY 10016, USA E-mail: KC-Summer-School@
1. Which of the following is true about King’s College Summer School
A. Only top students can take part in the program.
B. Only the teachers of King’s College give courses.
C. King’s College Summer School is run every other year.
D. Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program.
2. If you are to live with your relatives in New York, how much will you have to pay the school
A. $200 B. $400 C. $500 D. $900
3 What information can you get from the text
A. The program will last two months.
B. You can write to Thompson only in English.
C. You can get in touch with the school by e-mail or by telephone.
D. As a Chinese student, you can send your application on July 14, 2023.
B
When I was in nursing school, I had to focus more on my studies than other aspects of life, and learn so much in a short amount of time. However, the clinical experience of nursing school allowed me to have the opportunity to put what I learned in my classes and readings into action.
One of my favorite experiences during my clinical training was when I had a patient who was first starting chemotherapy (化疗). My nursing instructor Marie told me that patients often experience an anaphylactic (过敏性的) reaction to the medicine when they first start chemotherapy, so it is important to give the medicine at a slower rate. Marie said that if we had a patient who reacted to the medicine, we should stop running the chemotherapy, check the patient’s blood pressure, and then give the appropriate medicine from the emergency kit.
When I checked my patient a couple of minutes after starting his chemotherapy, I asked him questions related to an anaphylactic reaction. I also noticed his face was getting a little red and he looked short of breath. He mentioned having lower back pain, so I immediately stopped the chemotherapy, started taking his blood pressure, and reported it to Marie. His blood pressure was within his normal limits, so we gave him Benadryl via his IV. The Benadryl helped the patient, and we had the Benadryl running when we started his chemotherapy again, but at a slower rate. This time the patient did not have an anaphylactic reaction, and tolerated his chemotherapy well.
This experience taught me how important it is to assess your patient and to teach your patient beforehand about the reaction the patient could have due to the medicine. Marie and I taught our patient about the reactions he could have due to the chemotherapy; due to our teaching, our patient recognized his symptoms and was able to know that what he was experiencing was an expected reaction. During the clinical training, I had many experiences where I had to think on my feet and conduct nursing care quickly. These experiences taught me a lot about how to be a nurse and emphasized the importance of conducting proper patient care.
4. Why did the author stop giving the patient chemotherapy
A. He had high blood pressure.
B. He had a reaction to the medicine.
C. He failed to tolerate the back pain.
D. He refused to answer her questions.
5. According to the author, what played a key role in saving the patient
A. Giving the patient immediate first aid.
B. Making adequate preparations in advance.
C. Assessing the effectiveness of the medicine.
D. Telling the patient the possible reactions of the medicine.
6. Which of the following words best describes the author’s clinical experience
A. Rewarding. B. Dangerous.
C. Interesting. D. Painful.
7. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To express gratitude to her instructor.
B. To encourage others to take up nursing.
C. To share her clinical training experience.
D. To stress the importance of medical treatment.
C
Recently, three engineers at the University of Glasgow have designed and built an innovative AI-based drone (无人机) system that can assist in search efforts for hikers lost in the wilderness. They have published a paper describing their efforts on the preprint server.
Hiking in the Scottish Highlands has become a popular activity over the past several decades. The landscape offers a wide variety of remote locations that allow hikers to get back to nature. But such hiking can be disastrous— hikers can get lost or injured. Many find themselves in need of assistance every year. Because of that, emergency teams use both traditional and modern techniques to find those who are lost or have become disabled for some reasons.
In recent years, searchers have begun to use drones— their higher point allows for covering more land more quickly than searching on foot. It helps spot and locate things precisely that searchers aren’t able to see from the ground. In this new effort, the team wondered if adding AI to drone technology could improve the search for lost hikers.
To find out it, they created an AI model using data sets showing the paths taken by people who were lost and then found by search parties around the world. They also added relevant data, such as participants’ age, their reasons for hiking, and details about whether they were walking alone, or using some other form of transportation like horseback riding. They noted geographical information regarding both the path taken by those who were lost and where they were found, such as rivers, streams, roads or open ground. They then added data specific to Scotland’s geography. They ran the model millions of times, each representing a simulated search, until it narrowed down the most probable paths a lost hiker would take. The drone would then be instructed to search those paths first.
In testing their system against traditional approaches-- such as“the lawn mower” sweeping technique used to find actual hikers— the new approach found lost hikers more often. The researchers say they need more data to make their system more accurate and eventually result in a tool that could be used to save lives.
8. What do we know about the AI-based drone system
A. It is a boost to search techniques.
B. It has replaced traditional search methods.
C. It has been employed in searches for decades.
D. It is excluded from searches in the Scottish Highlands.
9. What mainly makes AI drones effective in finding lost hikers
A. Fast photo taking. B. Accurate positioning.
C. Quick landing ability. D. Precise image analysis.
10. What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A. How the AI drones were invented.
B. How relevant data affected hikers’ paths.
C. How hikers got geographical information.
D. How the AI model improved drone search strategies.
11. How do the researchers propose to improve the new searching approach
A. By perfecting the related data.
B. By equipping hikers with AI tools.
C. By abandoning the current system.
D. By increasing search practice frequency.
D
A global study comparing 2,062 birds finds that in highly variable environments birds tend to have either larger or smaller brains relative to their body size, but birds with smaller brains tend to use ecological strategies that are not available to big-brained ones. The fact is that there are a great many species that do quite well with small brains.
Previous studies had found general trends toward larger relative brain sizes at higher latitudes (纬度) where conditions are more variable. This new study is different because it looks at the full distribution of brain sizes across environments, allowing the researchers to test whether different sizes are over-or under-represented. They found that at higher latitudes, some bird brains are significantly more likely to be relatively smaller compared to body size.
“In Alaska, the ptarmigan (雷鸟) might be a typical example of the small-brained species. Lovable though it is, it’s not exactly known for its smarts. The ptarmigan can, however, feed on branches and willow leaves.” said Trevor Fristoe, first author of the study from Washington University.
“We find that small-brained species in these environments employ strategies that are unachievable with a large brain. These species are able to live on readily available but difficult to digest resources such as needles of conifers (针叶树) or even branches. These foods can be found even during extreme winter conditions, but they are fibrous and require a large gut (肠道) to digest,” Fristoe said.“ Gut tissue, like brain tissue, is energetically demanding, and limited budgets mean that it is challenging to maintain a lot of both.”
“Brains are not evolving separately — they are part of a broader suite of adaptation s that help creatures succeed in their lives,” said Carlos Botero, assistant professor of biology and co- author of the study.“ Biologists, ourselves included, have historically believed that environmental variability drives the expansion of brain size. But when we take a broader view, we realize that other strategies also work and remarkably, the alternative here involves making a brain actually smaller!”
12. How does Fristoe’s research differ from previous studies
A. It reveals birds’ evolving processes. B. It arrives at a conflicting conclusion.
C. It focuses on birds with smaller brains. D. It covers a wider range of brain sizes.
13. What do we know about the ptarmigan
A. It has a changeable feeding habit. B. It is considered fairly intelligent.
C. It has an extremely large body size. D. It has a powerful digesting system.
14. What does Botero think of smaller brains
A. They are a result of limited budgets. B. They are an effective survival strategy.
C. They are not for variable environments. D. They are typical of independent evolution.
15. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Big Brains or Big Guts. Choose One B. Evolution of Brain Size in Birds
C. Big Brains: Adapt to Higher Latitudes D. The Smaller the Brain, the Smarter the Bird
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
Reading is not just an important professional skill. ____16____ Like any skill worth mastering, a reading habit requires time and dedication to develop. It is, however, a lifelong source of enjoyment and entertainment and an affordable hobby for anyone who wants to pick up a book.
Improve your reading skills.
In order to build your reading habit and enjoy your reading to the fullest, begin practicing good reading skills. For example: read for content, look up unfamiliar words, learn to appreciate context and become familiar with literary devices. Reading for learning and enjoyment is never a quick run. ____17____
Find ways to connect reading to your everyday life.
____18____ You can join book clubs. These usually meet weekly or bi-monthly and are a good way of motivating you to read and also meeting people who are also committed to good reading habits. Book clubs also give you chances to talk about what you read and the benefit of talking to multiple intelligent and interested readers.
____19____
A basketball player can’t practice if she doesn’t have her ball and sneakers ready. Reading is the same as any other skill. Try to get subscriptions. Trade or special interest magazines are a good way of keeping current reading material nearby. ____20____ Barnes and Noble, as well as Amazon, have e-Readers and a substantial selection of digital books for sale or loan. Libraries often offer free e-book loans, too.
A. Set daily or weekly goals.
B. Keep reading materials handy.
C. Also, you can consider to be an e-Reader.
D. Instead, take your time, nurture your skills at your own pace.
E. Set aside regular time to enjoy your spot and always bring along your current reading.
F. It is easier to grow your reading skills if you make reading a part of your daily schedule.
G. It is also a way to enjoy informative and inspiring works that enrich our life experiences.
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
My passion has always been caring for animals. That’s why I ____21____ at Bidcawee. Bideawee is a shelter (收容所) for cats and dogs, where all the animals are equally ____22____. Whether the cat or the dog stays for a day or years, each one has a special place in my heart.
Most of the shelter dogs are so gentle and friendly that they cause me to wonder why no one has taken them ____23____ yet. The others need a bit of ____24____ and love to warm up, but once they ____25____ you, you fall in love with them. One of my favorites is a dog called Lola. She always bark at strangers. However, once she sees you often and gets ____26____ around you, she greets you with her tail wagging (摇摆), side to side.
A common characteristic with all of the dogs, though, is that they can adapt to changes and ____27____ the life at the shelter. And that’s what I find so amazing about them. Timmy is a 7-year-old dog that was ____28____ after around six years with his owner. Nevertheless, he doesn’t just stay there, thinking about the past and ____29____ bis person to come back. Instead, he focuses on the _____30_____ and is friendly with everyone. A two-year-old dog called Noob lost leg in a car accident. However, he plays with other four-legged dogs _____31_____, as if the injury didn’t bother him.
Bidcawee constantly _____32_____ their volunteers, but to me, they have done more for me than I could ever give to them. I truly enjoy every moment I _____33_____ at this animal shelter, which gives me a _____34_____ to be with all these lovely dogs and cats. It is definitely one of my most rewarding _____35_____.
21. A. learn B. volunteer C. live D. observe
22. A. loved B. tested C. shown D. introduced
23. A. there B. out C. home D. forward
24. A. assistance B. time C. effort D. support
25. A. approach B. contact C. discover D. recognize
26. A. curious B. comfortable C. active D. confident
27. A. get used to B. get ready for C. are familiar with D. are tired of
28 A. injured B. raised C. abandoned D. adopted
29. A. directing B. reminding C. requiring D. expecting
30. A. present B. future C. changes D. memories
31. A. quietly B. separately C. differently D. normally
32. A. helps B. meets C. invites D. thanks
33 A. spare B. choose C. spend D. remember
34. A. dream B. chance C. job D. duty
35. A. experiences B. achievements C. strategies D. improvements
第二节语法填空(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。
A father and son in China who took the national university _____36_____ (enter) exams together and were accepted by their institutions of choice have wowed many people online.
Liu Aohan, 18, made his family proud when he was accepted into the Future Aerospace Leadership Programme at Beihang University in Beijing, one of the world’s best universities for aerospace _____37_____ (engineer) . He scored 625 out of 750 points, and _____38_____ (rank) 64 in the science track of gaokao in northwestern China’s Qinghai province.
His father Liu Jianbo, 47, also took the gaokao in _____39_____ same year. He scored 454 out of 750 in the arts track, and was accepted to take a business management major at Guangxi Normal University.
Liu senior began studying with his son when he was in Year 2 of secondary school.
Liu junior had become distracted by games and his grades suffered _____40_____ a result, so his father gave him a beating, but soon regretted his actions.
He decided to become his son’s study companion to set a good example. His _____41_____ (decide) coincided with the Covid-19 pandemic when schooling was done online, so the pair were able _____42_____ (study) together at home when Liu senior was not at work. _____43_____began as a way to encourage his son, soon inspired Liu senior to study for _____44_____ (him) .
He said he was _____45_____ (much) proud of his son’s achievements than his own.
五.应用文写作（15分）
46. 假定你是李华，在外刊阅读中遇到了困难，尝试一些方法后仍未达到预期效果。请你给外教Marcus写一封邮件寻求帮助，内容包括：
1尝试方法：
2.请求指导。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卷的相应位置作答。
Dear Marcus,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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 have always been passionate about football, but my enthusiasm was often overshadowed by others who always laughed at my short stature and fat figure, they would laugh secretly, copying how I walked with big steps and making fun of my love for the game. Their laughter was always there in the locker rooms and on the sidelines, reminding me that not everyone shared my passion.
One day, while attending a match with a team named Boreham Wood, I had an unexpected encounter with a famous football player, Chris Bush! He was rather ordinary- looking, even a little short and chubby, but he's the center of attention on the court. Everyone was attracted by his superb skills. Watching him play, I felt a surge of hope and inspiration. His skill and determination seemed to defy the doubts that had been cast upon me. Gathering up my courage, I approached him with a mix of nervousness and excitement when the game was ended. I introduced myself and expressed my admiration for his game. To my surprise, he stopped and engaged in a conversation with me. I shared my struggles, how the constant mockery (嘲笑) made me feel like an outsider in a world that celebrated height and lean muscle. Chris listened carefully, his eyes reflecting a depth of understanding that only someone who has faced their own battles could possess.
He shared his own story, he had once been in my shoes, ridiculed for his size and told he would never make it in football. Chris told me how he used his size to his advantage, how he became quicker, smarter, and more determined than anyone else on the field. He told me that football was a game of heart and determination, not just physical attributes(特征). His words were like a beacon of hope, and I felt a renewed sense of determination.
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。
Inspired by his words, I regained my confidence.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
In a competition half a year later, Chris watched the game I participated in.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2024-2025学年广东省梅州市梅雁中学高三上学期9月月考英语试题
答案版
第一部分 阅读(每小题2.5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
King’s College Summer School
King’s College Summer School is an annual training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King’s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year’s summer school will be from July 25 to August 15. More information is as follows:
Application date Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2023. Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2023. Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2023. Courses English Language Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours American History: 16 hours American Culture: 16 hours
Steps A letter of self-introduction A letter of recommendation The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. Cost Daily lessons: $200 Sports and activities: $100 Travels: $200 Hotel service: $400 You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city.
Please write to: Thompson, Sanders 1026 King’s Street New York, NY 10016, USA E-mail: KC-Summer-School@
1. Which of the following is true about King’s College Summer School
A. Only top students can take part in the program.
B. Only the teachers of King’s College give courses.
C King’s College Summer School is run every other year.
D. Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program.
2. If you are to live with your relatives in New York, how much will you have to pay the school
A. $200 B. $400 C. $500 D. $900
3. What information can you get from the text
A. The program will last two months.
B. You can write to Thompson only in English.
C. You can get in touch with the school by e-mail or by telephone.
D. As a Chinese student, you can send your application on July 14, 2023.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. B
B
When I was in nursing school, I had to focus more on my studies than other aspects of life, and learn so much in a short amount of time. However, the clinical experience of nursing school allowed me to have the opportunity to put what I learned in my classes and readings into action.
One of my favorite experiences during my clinical training was when I had a patient who was first starting chemotherapy (化疗). My nursing instructor Marie told me that patients often experience an anaphylactic (过敏性的) reaction to the medicine when they first start chemotherapy, so it is important to give the medicine at a slower rate. Marie said that if we had a patient who reacted to the medicine, we should stop running the chemotherapy, check the patient’s blood pressure, and then give the appropriate medicine from the emergency kit.
When I checked my patient a couple of minutes after starting his chemotherapy, I asked him questions related to an anaphylactic reaction. I also noticed his face was getting a little red and he looked short of breath. He mentioned having lower back pain, so I immediately stopped the chemotherapy, started taking his blood pressure, and reported it to Marie. His blood pressure was within his normal limits, so we gave him Benadryl via his IV. The Benadryl helped the patient, and we had the Benadryl running when we started his chemotherapy again, but at a slower rate. This time the patient did not have an anaphylactic reaction, and tolerated his chemotherapy well.
This experience taught me how important it is to assess your patient and to teach your patient beforehand about the reaction the patient could have due to the medicine. Marie and I taught our patient about the reactions he could have due to the chemotherapy; due to our teaching, our patient recognized his symptoms and was able to know that what he was experiencing was an expected reaction. During the clinical training, I had many experiences where I had to think on my feet and conduct nursing care quickly. These experiences taught me a lot about how to be a nurse and emphasized the importance of conducting proper patient care.
4. Why did the author stop giving the patient chemotherapy
A. He had high blood pressure.
B. He had a reaction to the medicine.
C. He failed to tolerate the back pain.
D. He refused to answer her questions.
5. According to the author, what played a key role in saving the patient
A. Giving the patient immediate first aid.
B. Making adequate preparations in advance.
C. Assessing the effectiveness of the medicine.
D. Telling the patient the possible reactions of the medicine.
6. Which of the following words best describes the author’s clinical experience
A. Rewarding. B. Dangerous.
C. Interesting. D. Painful.
7. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To express gratitude to her instructor.
B. To encourage others to take up nursing.
C. To share her clinical training experience.
D. To stress the importance of medical treatment.
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. C
C
Recently, three engineers at the University of Glasgow have designed and built an innovative AI-based drone (无人机) system that can assist in search efforts for hikers lost in the wilderness. They have published a paper describing their efforts on the preprint server.
Hiking in the Scottish Highlands has become a popular activity over the past several decades. The landscape offers a wide variety of remote locations that allow hikers to get back to nature. But such hiking can be disastrous— hikers can get lost or injured. Many find themselves in need of assistance every year. Because of that, emergency teams use both traditional and modern techniques to find those who are lost or have become disabled for some reasons.
In recent years, searchers have begun to use drones— their higher point allows for covering more land more quickly than searching on foot. It helps spot and locate things precisely that searchers aren’t able to see from the ground. In this new effort, the team wondered if adding AI to drone technology could improve the search for lost hikers.
To find out it, they created an AI model using data sets showing the paths taken by people who were lost and then found by search parties around the world. They also added relevant data, such as participants’ age, their reasons for hiking, and details about whether they were walking alone, or using some other form of transportation like horseback riding. They noted geographical information regarding both the path taken by those who were lost and where they were found, such as rivers, streams, roads or open ground. They then added data specific to Scotland’s geography. They ran the model millions of times, each representing a simulated search, until it narrowed down the most probable paths a lost hiker would take. The drone would then be instructed to search those paths first.
In testing their system against traditional approaches-- such as“the lawn mower” sweeping technique used to find actual hikers— the new approach found lost hikers more often. The researchers say they need more data to make their system more accurate and eventually result in a tool that could be used to save lives.
8. What do we know about the AI-based drone system
A. It is a boost to search techniques.
B. It has replaced traditional search methods.
C. It has been employed in searches for decades.
D. It is excluded from searches in the Scottish Highlands.
9. What mainly makes AI drones effective in finding lost hikers
A. Fast photo taking. B. Accurate positioning.
C. Quick landing ability. D. Precise image analysis.
10. What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A. How the AI drones were invented.
B. How relevant data affected hikers’ paths.
C. How hikers got geographical information.
D. How the AI model improved drone search strategies.
11. How do the researchers propose to improve the new searching approach
A. By perfecting the related data.
B. By equipping hikers with AI tools.
C. By abandoning the current system.
D. By increasing search practice frequency.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. D 11. A
D
A global study comparing 2,062 birds finds that in highly variable environments birds tend to have either larger or smaller brains relative to their body size, but birds with smaller brains tend to use ecological strategies that are not available to big-brained ones. The fact is that there are a great many species that do quite well with small brains.
Previous studies had found general trends toward larger relative brain sizes at higher latitudes (纬度) where conditions are more variable. This new study is different because it looks at the full distribution of brain sizes across environments, allowing the researchers to test whether different sizes are over-or under-represented. They found that at higher latitudes, some bird brains are significantly more likely to be relatively smaller compared to body size.
“In Alaska, the ptarmigan (雷鸟) might be a typical example of the small-brained species. Lovable though it is, it’s not exactly known for its smarts. The ptarmigan can, however, feed on branches and willow leaves.” said Trevor Fristoe, first author of the study from Washington University.
“We find that small-brained species in these environments employ strategies that are unachievable with a large brain. These species are able to live on readily available but difficult to digest resources such as needles of conifers (针叶树) or even branches. These foods can be found even during extreme winter conditions, but they are fibrous and require a large gut (肠道) to digest,” Fristoe said.“ Gut tissue, like brain tissue, is energetically demanding, and limited budgets mean that it is challenging to maintain a lot of both.”
“Brains are not evolving separately — they are part of a broader suite of adaptation s that help creatures succeed in their lives,” said Carlos Botero, assistant professor of biology and co- author of the study.“ Biologists, ourselves included, have historically believed that environmental variability drives the expansion of brain size. But when we take a broader view, we realize that other strategies also work and remarkably, the alternative here involves making a brain actually smaller!”
12. How does Fristoe’s research differ from previous studies
A. It reveals birds’ evolving processes. B. It arrives at a conflicting conclusion.
C. It focuses on birds with smaller brains. D. It covers a wider range of brain sizes.
13. What do we know about the ptarmigan
A. It has a changeable feeding habit. B. It is considered fairly intelligent.
C. It has an extremely large body size. D. It has a powerful digesting system.
14. What does Botero think of smaller brains
A. They are a result of limited budgets. B. They are an effective survival strategy.
C. They are not for variable environments. D. They are typical of independent evolution.
15. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Big Brains or Big Guts. Choose One B. Evolution of Brain Size in Birds
C. Big Brains: Adapt to Higher Latitudes D. The Smaller the Brain, the Smarter the Bird
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. A
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
Reading is not just an important professional skill. ____16____ Like any skill worth mastering, a reading habit requires time and dedication to develop. It is, however, a lifelong source of enjoyment and entertainment and an affordable hobby for anyone who wants to pick up a book.
Improve your reading skills.
In order to build your reading habit and enjoy your reading to the fullest, begin practicing good reading skills. For example: read for content, look up unfamiliar words, learn to appreciate context and become familiar with literary devices. Reading for learning and enjoyment is never a quick run. ____17____
Find ways to connect reading to your everyday life.
____18____ You can join book clubs. These usually meet weekly or bi-monthly and are a good way of motivating you to read and also meeting people who are also committed to good reading habits. Book clubs also give you chances to talk about what you read and the benefit of talking to multiple intelligent and interested readers.
____19____
A basketball player can’t practice if she doesn’t have her ball and sneakers ready. Reading is the same as any other skill. Try to get subscriptions. Trade or special interest magazines are a good way of keeping current reading material nearby. ____20____ Barnes and Noble, as well as Amazon, have e-Readers and a substantial selection of digital books for sale or loan. Libraries often offer free e-book loans, too.
A. Set daily or weekly goals.
B. Keep reading materials handy.
C. Also, you can consider to be an e-Reader.
D. Instead, take your time, nurture your skills at your own pace.
E. Set aside regular time to enjoy your spot and always bring along your current reading.
F. It is easier to grow your reading skills if you make reading a part of your daily schedule.
G. It is also a way to enjoy informative and inspiring works that enrich our life experiences.
【答案】16. G 17. D 18. F 19. B 20. C
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
My passion has always been caring for animals. That’s why I ____21____ at Bidcawee. Bideawee is a shelter (收容所) for cats and dogs, where all the animals are equally ____22____. Whether the cat or the dog stays for a day or years, each one has a special place in my heart.
Most of the shelter dogs are so gentle and friendly that they cause me to wonder why no one has taken them ____23____ yet. The others need a bit of ____24____ and love to warm up, but once they ____25____ you, you fall in love with them. One of my favorites is a dog called Lola. She always bark at strangers. However, once she sees you often and gets ____26____ around you, she greets you with her tail wagging (摇摆), side to side.
A common characteristic with all of the dogs, though, is that they can adapt to changes and ____27____ the life at the shelter. And that’s what I find so amazing about them. Timmy is a 7-year-old dog that was ____28____ after around six years with his owner. Nevertheless, he doesn’t just stay there, thinking about the past and ____29____ bis person to come back. Instead, he focuses on the _____30_____ and is friendly with everyone. A two-year-old dog called Noob lost leg in a car accident. However, he plays with other four-legged dogs _____31_____, as if the injury didn’t bother him.
Bidcawee constantly _____32_____ their volunteers, but to me, they have done more for me than I could ever give to them. I truly enjoy every moment I _____33_____ at this animal shelter, which gives me a _____34_____ to be with all these lovely dogs and cats. It is definitely one of my most rewarding _____35_____.
21. A. learn B. volunteer C. live D. observe
22. A. loved B. tested C. shown D. introduced
23. A. there B. out C. home D. forward
24. A. assistance B. time C. effort D. support
25. A. approach B. contact C. discover D. recognize
26. A. curious B. comfortable C. active D. confident
27. A. get used to B. get ready for C. are familiar with D. are tired of
28. A. injured B. raised C. abandoned D. adopted
29. A. directing B. reminding C. requiring D. expecting
30. A. present B. future C. changes D. memories
31. A. quietly B. separately C. differently D. normally
32. A. helps B. meets C. invites D. thanks
33. A. spare B. choose C. spend D. remember
34. A. dream B. chance C. job D. duty
35. A. experiences B. achievements C. strategies D. improvements
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. D 26. B 27. A 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. D 32. D 33. C 34. B 35. A
第二节语法填空(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。
A father and son in China who took the national university _____36_____ (enter) exams together and were accepted by their institutions of choice have wowed many people online.
Liu Aohan, 18, made his family proud when he was accepted into the Future Aerospace Leadership Programme at Beihang University in Beijing, one of the world’s best universities for aerospace _____37_____ (engineer) . He scored 625 out of 750 points, and _____38_____ (rank) 64 in the science track of gaokao in northwestern China’s Qinghai province.
His father Liu Jianbo, 47, also took the gaokao in _____39_____ same year. He scored 454 out of 750 in the arts track, and was accepted to take a business management major at Guangxi Normal University.
Liu senior began studying with his son when he was in Year 2 of secondary school.
Liu junior had become distracted by games and his grades suffered _____40_____ a result, so his father gave him a beating, but soon regretted his actions.
He decided to become his son’s study companion to set a good example. His _____41_____ (decide) coincided with the Covid-19 pandemic when schooling was done online, so the pair were able _____42_____ (study) together at home when Liu senior was not at work. _____43_____began as a way to encourage his son, soon inspired Liu senior to study for _____44_____ (him) .
He said he was _____45_____ (much) proud of his son’s achievements than his own.
【答案】36. entrance
37. engineering
38. ranked 39. the
40. as 41. decision
42. to study
43. What 44. himself
45. more
五.应用文写作（15分）
46. 假定你是李华，在外刊阅读中遇到了困难，尝试一些方法后仍未达到预期效果。请你给外教Marcus写一封邮件寻求帮助，内容包括：
1.尝试方法：
2.请求指导。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卷的相应位置作答。
Dear Marcus,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Marcus,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to seek your guidance on a problem I have been facing while reading foreign magazines. Despite trying various methods, I am unable to comprehend the articles as effectively as I would like to.
I have tried using online translation tools and looking up unfamiliar words in the dictionary, but these methods have not yielded the desired results. I believe that with your expertise and guidance, I can improve my reading skills and better understand the content of these magazines.
Would it be possible for us to schedule a meeting or a call to discuss this further I would greatly appreciate any advice or tips you may have.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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 have always been passionate about football, but my enthusiasm was often overshadowed by others who always laughed at my short stature and fat figure, they would laugh secretly, copying how I walked with big steps and making fun of my love for the game. Their laughter was always there in the locker rooms and on the sidelines, reminding me that not everyone shared my passion.
One day, while attending a match with a team named Boreham Wood, I had an unexpected encounter with a famous football player, Chris Bush! He was rather ordinary- looking, even a little short and chubby, but he's the center of attention on the court. Everyone was attracted by his superb skills. Watching him play, I felt a surge of hope and inspiration. His skill and determination seemed to defy the doubts that had been cast upon me. Gathering up my courage, I approached him with a mix of nervousness and excitement when the game was ended. I introduced myself and expressed my admiration for his game. To my surprise, he stopped and engaged in a conversation with me. I shared my struggles, how the constant mockery (嘲笑) made me feel like an outsider in a world that celebrated height and lean muscle. Chris listened carefully, his eyes reflecting a depth of understanding that only someone who has faced their own battles could possess.
He shared his own story, he had once been in my shoes, ridiculed for his size and told he would never make it in football. Chris told me how he used his size to his advantage, how he became quicker, smarter, and more determined than anyone else on the field. He told me that football was a game of heart and determination, not just physical attributes(特征). His words were like a beacon of hope, and I felt a renewed sense of determination.
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。
Inspired by his words, I regained my confidence.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
In a competition half a year later, Chris watched the game I participated in.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】
Inspired by his words, I regained my confidence. I started training harder than ever before. I focused on improving my skills and using my size to my advantage, just as Chris had advised. I spent hours practicing dribbling, passing, and shooting, and I also worked on my speed and agility. Every day, I reminded myself of Chris’s words and the belief he had in me.
In a competition half a year later, Chris watched the game I participated in. I was nervous at first, but as the game progressed, I felt more and more confident. I played with all my heart and used the skills I had learned. To my surprise, I played really well and helped my team win the game. After the game, Chris came up to me and congratulated me. He said he was proud of me and that I had proved that determination and hard work could overcome any obstacles. I felt incredibly happy and grateful for his support and inspiration.
第一部分 阅读(每小题2.5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
King’s College Summer School
King’s College Summer School is an annual training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King’s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year’s summer school will be from July 25 to August 15. More information is as follows:
Application date Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2023. Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2023. Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2023. Courses English Language Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours American History: 16 hours American Culture: 16 hours
Steps A letter of self-introduction A letter of recommendation The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. Cost Daily lessons: $200 Sports and activities: $100 Travels: $200 Hotel service: $400 You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city.
Please write to: Thompson Sanders 1026 King’s Street New York, NY 10016, USA E-mail: KC-Summer-School@
1. Which of the following is true about King’s College Summer School
A. Only top students can take part in the program.
B. Only the teachers of King’s College give courses.
C. King’s College Summer School is run every other year.
D. Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program.
2. If you are to live with your relatives in New York, how much will you have to pay the school
A. $200 B. $400 C. $500 D. $900
3 What information can you get from the text
A. The program will last two months.
B. You can write to Thompson only in English.
C. You can get in touch with the school by e-mail or by telephone.
D. As a Chinese student, you can send your application on July 14, 2023.
B
When I was in nursing school, I had to focus more on my studies than other aspects of life, and learn so much in a short amount of time. However, the clinical experience of nursing school allowed me to have the opportunity to put what I learned in my classes and readings into action.
One of my favorite experiences during my clinical training was when I had a patient who was first starting chemotherapy (化疗). My nursing instructor Marie told me that patients often experience an anaphylactic (过敏性的) reaction to the medicine when they first start chemotherapy, so it is important to give the medicine at a slower rate. Marie said that if we had a patient who reacted to the medicine, we should stop running the chemotherapy, check the patient’s blood pressure, and then give the appropriate medicine from the emergency kit.
When I checked my patient a couple of minutes after starting his chemotherapy, I asked him questions related to an anaphylactic reaction. I also noticed his face was getting a little red and he looked short of breath. He mentioned having lower back pain, so I immediately stopped the chemotherapy, started taking his blood pressure, and reported it to Marie. His blood pressure was within his normal limits, so we gave him Benadryl via his IV. The Benadryl helped the patient, and we had the Benadryl running when we started his chemotherapy again, but at a slower rate. This time the patient did not have an anaphylactic reaction, and tolerated his chemotherapy well.
This experience taught me how important it is to assess your patient and to teach your patient beforehand about the reaction the patient could have due to the medicine. Marie and I taught our patient about the reactions he could have due to the chemotherapy; due to our teaching, our patient recognized his symptoms and was able to know that what he was experiencing was an expected reaction. During the clinical training, I had many experiences where I had to think on my feet and conduct nursing care quickly. These experiences taught me a lot about how to be a nurse and emphasized the importance of conducting proper patient care.
4. Why did the author stop giving the patient chemotherapy
A. He had high blood pressure.
B. He had a reaction to the medicine.
C. He failed to tolerate the back pain.
D. He refused to answer her questions.
5. According to the author, what played a key role in saving the patient
A. Giving the patient immediate first aid.
B. Making adequate preparations in advance.
C. Assessing the effectiveness of the medicine.
D. Telling the patient the possible reactions of the medicine.
6. Which of the following words best describes the author’s clinical experience
A. Rewarding. B. Dangerous.
C. Interesting. D. Painful.
7. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To express gratitude to her instructor.
B. To encourage others to take up nursing.
C. To share her clinical training experience.
D. To stress the importance of medical treatment.
C
Recently, three engineers at the University of Glasgow have designed and built an innovative AI-based drone (无人机) system that can assist in search efforts for hikers lost in the wilderness. They have published a paper describing their efforts on the preprint server.
Hiking in the Scottish Highlands has become a popular activity over the past several decades. The landscape offers a wide variety of remote locations that allow hikers to get back to nature. But such hiking can be disastrous— hikers can get lost or injured. Many find themselves in need of assistance every year. Because of that, emergency teams use both traditional and modern techniques to find those who are lost or have become disabled for some reasons.
In recent years, searchers have begun to use drones— their higher point allows for covering more land more quickly than searching on foot. It helps spot and locate things precisely that searchers aren’t able to see from the ground. In this new effort, the team wondered if adding AI to drone technology could improve the search for lost hikers.
To find out it, they created an AI model using data sets showing the paths taken by people who were lost and then found by search parties around the world. They also added relevant data, such as participants’ age, their reasons for hiking, and details about whether they were walking alone, or using some other form of transportation like horseback riding. They noted geographical information regarding both the path taken by those who were lost and where they were found, such as rivers, streams, roads or open ground. They then added data specific to Scotland’s geography. They ran the model millions of times, each representing a simulated search, until it narrowed down the most probable paths a lost hiker would take. The drone would then be instructed to search those paths first.
In testing their system against traditional approaches-- such as“the lawn mower” sweeping technique used to find actual hikers— the new approach found lost hikers more often. The researchers say they need more data to make their system more accurate and eventually result in a tool that could be used to save lives.
8. What do we know about the AI-based drone system
A. It is a boost to search techniques.
B. It has replaced traditional search methods.
C. It has been employed in searches for decades.
D. It is excluded from searches in the Scottish Highlands.
9. What mainly makes AI drones effective in finding lost hikers
A. Fast photo taking. B. Accurate positioning.
C. Quick landing ability. D. Precise image analysis.
10. What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A. How the AI drones were invented.
B. How relevant data affected hikers’ paths.
C. How hikers got geographical information.
D. How the AI model improved drone search strategies.
11. How do the researchers propose to improve the new searching approach
A. By perfecting the related data.
B. By equipping hikers with AI tools.
C. By abandoning the current system.
D. By increasing search practice frequency.
D
A global study comparing 2,062 birds finds that in highly variable environments birds tend to have either larger or smaller brains relative to their body size, but birds with smaller brains tend to use ecological strategies that are not available to big-brained ones. The fact is that there are a great many species that do quite well with small brains.
Previous studies had found general trends toward larger relative brain sizes at higher latitudes (纬度) where conditions are more variable. This new study is different because it looks at the full distribution of brain sizes across environments, allowing the researchers to test whether different sizes are over-or under-represented. They found that at higher latitudes, some bird brains are significantly more likely to be relatively smaller compared to body size.
“In Alaska, the ptarmigan (雷鸟) might be a typical example of the small-brained species. Lovable though it is, it’s not exactly known for its smarts. The ptarmigan can, however, feed on branches and willow leaves.” said Trevor Fristoe, first author of the study from Washington University.
“We find that small-brained species in these environments employ strategies that are unachievable with a large brain. These species are able to live on readily available but difficult to digest resources such as needles of conifers (针叶树) or even branches. These foods can be found even during extreme winter conditions, but they are fibrous and require a large gut (肠道) to digest,” Fristoe said.“ Gut tissue, like brain tissue, is energetically demanding, and limited budgets mean that it is challenging to maintain a lot of both.”
“Brains are not evolving separately — they are part of a broader suite of adaptation s that help creatures succeed in their lives,” said Carlos Botero, assistant professor of biology and co- author of the study.“ Biologists, ourselves included, have historically believed that environmental variability drives the expansion of brain size. But when we take a broader view, we realize that other strategies also work and remarkably, the alternative here involves making a brain actually smaller!”
12. How does Fristoe’s research differ from previous studies
A. It reveals birds’ evolving processes. B. It arrives at a conflicting conclusion.
C. It focuses on birds with smaller brains. D. It covers a wider range of brain sizes.
13. What do we know about the ptarmigan
A. It has a changeable feeding habit. B. It is considered fairly intelligent.
C. It has an extremely large body size. D. It has a powerful digesting system.
14. What does Botero think of smaller brains
A. They are a result of limited budgets. B. They are an effective survival strategy.
C. They are not for variable environments. D. They are typical of independent evolution.
15. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Big Brains or Big Guts. Choose One B. Evolution of Brain Size in Birds
C. Big Brains: Adapt to Higher Latitudes D. The Smaller the Brain, the Smarter the Bird
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
Reading is not just an important professional skill. ____16____ Like any skill worth mastering, a reading habit requires time and dedication to develop. It is, however, a lifelong source of enjoyment and entertainment and an affordable hobby for anyone who wants to pick up a book.
Improve your reading skills.
In order to build your reading habit and enjoy your reading to the fullest, begin practicing good reading skills. For example: read for content, look up unfamiliar words, learn to appreciate context and become familiar with literary devices. Reading for learning and enjoyment is never a quick run. ____17____
Find ways to connect reading to your everyday life.
____18____ You can join book clubs. These usually meet weekly or bi-monthly and are a good way of motivating you to read and also meeting people who are also committed to good reading habits. Book clubs also give you chances to talk about what you read and the benefit of talking to multiple intelligent and interested readers.
____19____
A basketball player can’t practice if she doesn’t have her ball and sneakers ready. Reading is the same as any other skill. Try to get subscriptions. Trade or special interest magazines are a good way of keeping current reading material nearby. ____20____ Barnes and Noble, as well as Amazon, have e-Readers and a substantial selection of digital books for sale or loan. Libraries often offer free e-book loans, too.
A. Set daily or weekly goals.
B. Keep reading materials handy.
C. Also, you can consider to be an e-Reader.
D. Instead, take your time, nurture your skills at your own pace.
E. Set aside regular time to enjoy your spot and always bring along your current reading.
F. It is easier to grow your reading skills if you make reading a part of your daily schedule.
G. It is also a way to enjoy informative and inspiring works that enrich our life experiences.
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
My passion has always been caring for animals. That’s why I ____21____ at Bidcawee. Bideawee is a shelter (收容所) for cats and dogs, where all the animals are equally ____22____. Whether the cat or the dog stays for a day or years, each one has a special place in my heart.
Most of the shelter dogs are so gentle and friendly that they cause me to wonder why no one has taken them ____23____ yet. The others need a bit of ____24____ and love to warm up, but once they ____25____ you, you fall in love with them. One of my favorites is a dog called Lola. She always bark at strangers. However, once she sees you often and gets ____26____ around you, she greets you with her tail wagging (摇摆), side to side.
A common characteristic with all of the dogs, though, is that they can adapt to changes and ____27____ the life at the shelter. And that’s what I find so amazing about them. Timmy is a 7-year-old dog that was ____28____ after around six years with his owner. Nevertheless, he doesn’t just stay there, thinking about the past and ____29____ bis person to come back. Instead, he focuses on the _____30_____ and is friendly with everyone. A two-year-old dog called Noob lost leg in a car accident. However, he plays with other four-legged dogs _____31_____, as if the injury didn’t bother him.
Bidcawee constantly _____32_____ their volunteers, but to me, they have done more for me than I could ever give to them. I truly enjoy every moment I _____33_____ at this animal shelter, which gives me a _____34_____ to be with all these lovely dogs and cats. It is definitely one of my most rewarding _____35_____.
21. A. learn B. volunteer C. live D. observe
22. A. loved B. tested C. shown D. introduced
23. A. there B. out C. home D. forward
24. A. assistance B. time C. effort D. support
25. A. approach B. contact C. discover D. recognize
26. A. curious B. comfortable C. active D. confident
27. A. get used to B. get ready for C. are familiar with D. are tired of
28 A. injured B. raised C. abandoned D. adopted
29. A. directing B. reminding C. requiring D. expecting
30. A. present B. future C. changes D. memories
31. A. quietly B. separately C. differently D. normally
32. A. helps B. meets C. invites D. thanks
33 A. spare B. choose C. spend D. remember
34. A. dream B. chance C. job D. duty
35. A. experiences B. achievements C. strategies D. improvements
第二节语法填空(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。
A father and son in China who took the national university _____36_____ (enter) exams together and were accepted by their institutions of choice have wowed many people online.
Liu Aohan, 18, made his family proud when he was accepted into the Future Aerospace Leadership Programme at Beihang University in Beijing, one of the world’s best universities for aerospace _____37_____ (engineer) . He scored 625 out of 750 points, and _____38_____ (rank) 64 in the science track of gaokao in northwestern China’s Qinghai province.
His father Liu Jianbo, 47, also took the gaokao in _____39_____ same year. He scored 454 out of 750 in the arts track, and was accepted to take a business management major at Guangxi Normal University.
Liu senior began studying with his son when he was in Year 2 of secondary school.
Liu junior had become distracted by games and his grades suffered _____40_____ a result, so his father gave him a beating, but soon regretted his actions.
He decided to become his son’s study companion to set a good example. His _____41_____ (decide) coincided with the Covid-19 pandemic when schooling was done online, so the pair were able _____42_____ (study) together at home when Liu senior was not at work. _____43_____began as a way to encourage his son, soon inspired Liu senior to study for _____44_____ (him) .
He said he was _____45_____ (much) proud of his son’s achievements than his own.
五.应用文写作（15分）
46. 假定你是李华，在外刊阅读中遇到了困难，尝试一些方法后仍未达到预期效果。请你给外教Marcus写一封邮件寻求帮助，内容包括：
1尝试方法：
2.请求指导。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卷的相应位置作答。
Dear Marcus,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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 have always been passionate about football, but my enthusiasm was often overshadowed by others who always laughed at my short stature and fat figure, they would laugh secretly, copying how I walked with big steps and making fun of my love for the game. Their laughter was always there in the locker rooms and on the sidelines, reminding me that not everyone shared my passion.
One day, while attending a match with a team named Boreham Wood, I had an unexpected encounter with a famous football player, Chris Bush! He was rather ordinary- looking, even a little short and chubby, but he's the center of attention on the court. Everyone was attracted by his superb skills. Watching him play, I felt a surge of hope and inspiration. His skill and determination seemed to defy the doubts that had been cast upon me. Gathering up my courage, I approached him with a mix of nervousness and excitement when the game was ended. I introduced myself and expressed my admiration for his game. To my surprise, he stopped and engaged in a conversation with me. I shared my struggles, how the constant mockery (嘲笑) made me feel like an outsider in a world that celebrated height and lean muscle. Chris listened carefully, his eyes reflecting a depth of understanding that only someone who has faced their own battles could possess.
He shared his own story, he had once been in my shoes, ridiculed for his size and told he would never make it in football. Chris told me how he used his size to his advantage, how he became quicker, smarter, and more determined than anyone else on the field. He told me that football was a game of heart and determination, not just physical attributes(特征). His words were like a beacon of hope, and I felt a renewed sense of determination.
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。
Inspired by his words, I regained my confidence.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
In a competition half a year later, Chris watched the game I participated in.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2024-2025学年广东省梅州市梅雁中学高三上学期9月月考英语试题
答案版
第一部分 阅读(每小题2.5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
King’s College Summer School
King’s College Summer School is an annual training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King’s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year’s summer school will be from July 25 to August 15. More information is as follows:
Application date Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2023. Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2023. Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2023. Courses English Language Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours American History: 16 hours American Culture: 16 hours
Steps A letter of self-introduction A letter of recommendation The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. Cost Daily lessons: $200 Sports and activities: $100 Travels: $200 Hotel service: $400 You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city.
Please write to: Thompson, Sanders 1026 King’s Street New York, NY 10016, USA E-mail: KC-Summer-School@
1. Which of the following is true about King’s College Summer School
A. Only top students can take part in the program.
B. Only the teachers of King’s College give courses.
C King’s College Summer School is run every other year.
D. Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program.
2. If you are to live with your relatives in New York, how much will you have to pay the school
A. $200 B. $400 C. $500 D. $900
3. What information can you get from the text
A. The program will last two months.
B. You can write to Thompson only in English.
C. You can get in touch with the school by e-mail or by telephone.
D. As a Chinese student, you can send your application on July 14, 2023.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. B
B
When I was in nursing school, I had to focus more on my studies than other aspects of life, and learn so much in a short amount of time. However, the clinical experience of nursing school allowed me to have the opportunity to put what I learned in my classes and readings into action.
One of my favorite experiences during my clinical training was when I had a patient who was first starting chemotherapy (化疗). My nursing instructor Marie told me that patients often experience an anaphylactic (过敏性的) reaction to the medicine when they first start chemotherapy, so it is important to give the medicine at a slower rate. Marie said that if we had a patient who reacted to the medicine, we should stop running the chemotherapy, check the patient’s blood pressure, and then give the appropriate medicine from the emergency kit.
When I checked my patient a couple of minutes after starting his chemotherapy, I asked him questions related to an anaphylactic reaction. I also noticed his face was getting a little red and he looked short of breath. He mentioned having lower back pain, so I immediately stopped the chemotherapy, started taking his blood pressure, and reported it to Marie. His blood pressure was within his normal limits, so we gave him Benadryl via his IV. The Benadryl helped the patient, and we had the Benadryl running when we started his chemotherapy again, but at a slower rate. This time the patient did not have an anaphylactic reaction, and tolerated his chemotherapy well.
This experience taught me how important it is to assess your patient and to teach your patient beforehand about the reaction the patient could have due to the medicine. Marie and I taught our patient about the reactions he could have due to the chemotherapy; due to our teaching, our patient recognized his symptoms and was able to know that what he was experiencing was an expected reaction. During the clinical training, I had many experiences where I had to think on my feet and conduct nursing care quickly. These experiences taught me a lot about how to be a nurse and emphasized the importance of conducting proper patient care.
4. Why did the author stop giving the patient chemotherapy
A. He had high blood pressure.
B. He had a reaction to the medicine.
C. He failed to tolerate the back pain.
D. He refused to answer her questions.
5. According to the author, what played a key role in saving the patient
A. Giving the patient immediate first aid.
B. Making adequate preparations in advance.
C. Assessing the effectiveness of the medicine.
D. Telling the patient the possible reactions of the medicine.
6. Which of the following words best describes the author’s clinical experience
A. Rewarding. B. Dangerous.
C. Interesting. D. Painful.
7. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To express gratitude to her instructor.
B. To encourage others to take up nursing.
C. To share her clinical training experience.
D. To stress the importance of medical treatment.
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. C
C
Recently, three engineers at the University of Glasgow have designed and built an innovative AI-based drone (无人机) system that can assist in search efforts for hikers lost in the wilderness. They have published a paper describing their efforts on the preprint server.
Hiking in the Scottish Highlands has become a popular activity over the past several decades. The landscape offers a wide variety of remote locations that allow hikers to get back to nature. But such hiking can be disastrous— hikers can get lost or injured. Many find themselves in need of assistance every year. Because of that, emergency teams use both traditional and modern techniques to find those who are lost or have become disabled for some reasons.
In recent years, searchers have begun to use drones— their higher point allows for covering more land more quickly than searching on foot. It helps spot and locate things precisely that searchers aren’t able to see from the ground. In this new effort, the team wondered if adding AI to drone technology could improve the search for lost hikers.
To find out it, they created an AI model using data sets showing the paths taken by people who were lost and then found by search parties around the world. They also added relevant data, such as participants’ age, their reasons for hiking, and details about whether they were walking alone, or using some other form of transportation like horseback riding. They noted geographical information regarding both the path taken by those who were lost and where they were found, such as rivers, streams, roads or open ground. They then added data specific to Scotland’s geography. They ran the model millions of times, each representing a simulated search, until it narrowed down the most probable paths a lost hiker would take. The drone would then be instructed to search those paths first.
In testing their system against traditional approaches-- such as“the lawn mower” sweeping technique used to find actual hikers— the new approach found lost hikers more often. The researchers say they need more data to make their system more accurate and eventually result in a tool that could be used to save lives.
8. What do we know about the AI-based drone system
A. It is a boost to search techniques.
B. It has replaced traditional search methods.
C. It has been employed in searches for decades.
D. It is excluded from searches in the Scottish Highlands.
9. What mainly makes AI drones effective in finding lost hikers
A. Fast photo taking. B. Accurate positioning.
C. Quick landing ability. D. Precise image analysis.
10. What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A. How the AI drones were invented.
B. How relevant data affected hikers’ paths.
C. How hikers got geographical information.
D. How the AI model improved drone search strategies.
11. How do the researchers propose to improve the new searching approach
A. By perfecting the related data.
B. By equipping hikers with AI tools.
C. By abandoning the current system.
D. By increasing search practice frequency.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. D 11. A
D
A global study comparing 2,062 birds finds that in highly variable environments birds tend to have either larger or smaller brains relative to their body size, but birds with smaller brains tend to use ecological strategies that are not available to big-brained ones. The fact is that there are a great many species that do quite well with small brains.
Previous studies had found general trends toward larger relative brain sizes at higher latitudes (纬度) where conditions are more variable. This new study is different because it looks at the full distribution of brain sizes across environments, allowing the researchers to test whether different sizes are over-or under-represented. They found that at higher latitudes, some bird brains are significantly more likely to be relatively smaller compared to body size.
“In Alaska, the ptarmigan (雷鸟) might be a typical example of the small-brained species. Lovable though it is, it’s not exactly known for its smarts. The ptarmigan can, however, feed on branches and willow leaves.” said Trevor Fristoe, first author of the study from Washington University.
“We find that small-brained species in these environments employ strategies that are unachievable with a large brain. These species are able to live on readily available but difficult to digest resources such as needles of conifers (针叶树) or even branches. These foods can be found even during extreme winter conditions, but they are fibrous and require a large gut (肠道) to digest,” Fristoe said.“ Gut tissue, like brain tissue, is energetically demanding, and limited budgets mean that it is challenging to maintain a lot of both.”
“Brains are not evolving separately — they are part of a broader suite of adaptation s that help creatures succeed in their lives,” said Carlos Botero, assistant professor of biology and co- author of the study.“ Biologists, ourselves included, have historically believed that environmental variability drives the expansion of brain size. But when we take a broader view, we realize that other strategies also work and remarkably, the alternative here involves making a brain actually smaller!”
12. How does Fristoe’s research differ from previous studies
A. It reveals birds’ evolving processes. B. It arrives at a conflicting conclusion.
C. It focuses on birds with smaller brains. D. It covers a wider range of brain sizes.
13. What do we know about the ptarmigan
A. It has a changeable feeding habit. B. It is considered fairly intelligent.
C. It has an extremely large body size. D. It has a powerful digesting system.
14. What does Botero think of smaller brains
A. They are a result of limited budgets. B. They are an effective survival strategy.
C. They are not for variable environments. D. They are typical of independent evolution.
15. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Big Brains or Big Guts. Choose One B. Evolution of Brain Size in Birds
C. Big Brains: Adapt to Higher Latitudes D. The Smaller the Brain, the Smarter the Bird
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. A
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
Reading is not just an important professional skill. ____16____ Like any skill worth mastering, a reading habit requires time and dedication to develop. It is, however, a lifelong source of enjoyment and entertainment and an affordable hobby for anyone who wants to pick up a book.
Improve your reading skills.
In order to build your reading habit and enjoy your reading to the fullest, begin practicing good reading skills. For example: read for content, look up unfamiliar words, learn to appreciate context and become familiar with literary devices. Reading for learning and enjoyment is never a quick run. ____17____
Find ways to connect reading to your everyday life.
____18____ You can join book clubs. These usually meet weekly or bi-monthly and are a good way of motivating you to read and also meeting people who are also committed to good reading habits. Book clubs also give you chances to talk about what you read and the benefit of talking to multiple intelligent and interested readers.
____19____
A basketball player can’t practice if she doesn’t have her ball and sneakers ready. Reading is the same as any other skill. Try to get subscriptions. Trade or special interest magazines are a good way of keeping current reading material nearby. ____20____ Barnes and Noble, as well as Amazon, have e-Readers and a substantial selection of digital books for sale or loan. Libraries often offer free e-book loans, too.
A. Set daily or weekly goals.
B. Keep reading materials handy.
C. Also, you can consider to be an e-Reader.
D. Instead, take your time, nurture your skills at your own pace.
E. Set aside regular time to enjoy your spot and always bring along your current reading.
F. It is easier to grow your reading skills if you make reading a part of your daily schedule.
G. It is also a way to enjoy informative and inspiring works that enrich our life experiences.
【答案】16. G 17. D 18. F 19. B 20. C
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
My passion has always been caring for animals. That’s why I ____21____ at Bidcawee. Bideawee is a shelter (收容所) for cats and dogs, where all the animals are equally ____22____. Whether the cat or the dog stays for a day or years, each one has a special place in my heart.
Most of the shelter dogs are so gentle and friendly that they cause me to wonder why no one has taken them ____23____ yet. The others need a bit of ____24____ and love to warm up, but once they ____25____ you, you fall in love with them. One of my favorites is a dog called Lola. She always bark at strangers. However, once she sees you often and gets ____26____ around you, she greets you with her tail wagging (摇摆), side to side.
A common characteristic with all of the dogs, though, is that they can adapt to changes and ____27____ the life at the shelter. And that’s what I find so amazing about them. Timmy is a 7-year-old dog that was ____28____ after around six years with his owner. Nevertheless, he doesn’t just stay there, thinking about the past and ____29____ bis person to come back. Instead, he focuses on the _____30_____ and is friendly with everyone. A two-year-old dog called Noob lost leg in a car accident. However, he plays with other four-legged dogs _____31_____, as if the injury didn’t bother him.
Bidcawee constantly _____32_____ their volunteers, but to me, they have done more for me than I could ever give to them. I truly enjoy every moment I _____33_____ at this animal shelter, which gives me a _____34_____ to be with all these lovely dogs and cats. It is definitely one of my most rewarding _____35_____.
21. A. learn B. volunteer C. live D. observe
22. A. loved B. tested C. shown D. introduced
23. A. there B. out C. home D. forward
24. A. assistance B. time C. effort D. support
25. A. approach B. contact C. discover D. recognize
26. A. curious B. comfortable C. active D. confident
27. A. get used to B. get ready for C. are familiar with D. are tired of
28. A. injured B. raised C. abandoned D. adopted
29. A. directing B. reminding C. requiring D. expecting
30. A. present B. future C. changes D. memories
31. A. quietly B. separately C. differently D. normally
32. A. helps B. meets C. invites D. thanks
33. A. spare B. choose C. spend D. remember
34. A. dream B. chance C. job D. duty
35. A. experiences B. achievements C. strategies D. improvements
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. D 26. B 27. A 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. D 32. D 33. C 34. B 35. A
第二节语法填空(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。
A father and son in China who took the national university _____36_____ (enter) exams together and were accepted by their institutions of choice have wowed many people online.
Liu Aohan, 18, made his family proud when he was accepted into the Future Aerospace Leadership Programme at Beihang University in Beijing, one of the world’s best universities for aerospace _____37_____ (engineer) . He scored 625 out of 750 points, and _____38_____ (rank) 64 in the science track of gaokao in northwestern China’s Qinghai province.
His father Liu Jianbo, 47, also took the gaokao in _____39_____ same year. He scored 454 out of 750 in the arts track, and was accepted to take a business management major at Guangxi Normal University.
Liu senior began studying with his son when he was in Year 2 of secondary school.
Liu junior had become distracted by games and his grades suffered _____40_____ a result, so his father gave him a beating, but soon regretted his actions.
He decided to become his son’s study companion to set a good example. His _____41_____ (decide) coincided with the Covid-19 pandemic when schooling was done online, so the pair were able _____42_____ (study) together at home when Liu senior was not at work. _____43_____began as a way to encourage his son, soon inspired Liu senior to study for _____44_____ (him) .
He said he was _____45_____ (much) proud of his son’s achievements than his own.
【答案】36. entrance
37. engineering
38. ranked 39. the
40. as 41. decision
42. to study
43. What 44. himself
45. more
五.应用文写作（15分）
46. 假定你是李华，在外刊阅读中遇到了困难，尝试一些方法后仍未达到预期效果。请你给外教Marcus写一封邮件寻求帮助，内容包括：
1.尝试方法：
2.请求指导。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卷的相应位置作答。
Dear Marcus,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Marcus,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to seek your guidance on a problem I have been facing while reading foreign magazines. Despite trying various methods, I am unable to comprehend the articles as effectively as I would like to.
I have tried using online translation tools and looking up unfamiliar words in the dictionary, but these methods have not yielded the desired results. I believe that with your expertise and guidance, I can improve my reading skills and better understand the content of these magazines.
Would it be possible for us to schedule a meeting or a call to discuss this further I would greatly appreciate any advice or tips you may have.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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 have always been passionate about football, but my enthusiasm was often overshadowed by others who always laughed at my short stature and fat figure, they would laugh secretly, copying how I walked with big steps and making fun of my love for the game. Their laughter was always there in the locker rooms and on the sidelines, reminding me that not everyone shared my passion.
One day, while attending a match with a team named Boreham Wood, I had an unexpected encounter with a famous football player, Chris Bush! He was rather ordinary- looking, even a little short and chubby, but he's the center of attention on the court. Everyone was attracted by his superb skills. Watching him play, I felt a surge of hope and inspiration. His skill and determination seemed to defy the doubts that had been cast upon me. Gathering up my courage, I approached him with a mix of nervousness and excitement when the game was ended. I introduced myself and expressed my admiration for his game. To my surprise, he stopped and engaged in a conversation with me. I shared my struggles, how the constant mockery (嘲笑) made me feel like an outsider in a world that celebrated height and lean muscle. Chris listened carefully, his eyes reflecting a depth of understanding that only someone who has faced their own battles could possess.
He shared his own story, he had once been in my shoes, ridiculed for his size and told he would never make it in football. Chris told me how he used his size to his advantage, how he became quicker, smarter, and more determined than anyone else on the field. He told me that football was a game of heart and determination, not just physical attributes(特征). His words were like a beacon of hope, and I felt a renewed sense of determination.
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。
Inspired by his words, I regained my confidence.
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In a competition half a year later, Chris watched the game I participated in.
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【答案】
Inspired by his words, I regained my confidence. I started training harder than ever before. I focused on improving my skills and using my size to my advantage, just as Chris had advised. I spent hours practicing dribbling, passing, and shooting, and I also worked on my speed and agility. Every day, I reminded myself of Chris’s words and the belief he had in me.
In a competition half a year later, Chris watched the game I participated in. I was nervous at first, but as the game progressed, I felt more and more confident. I played with all my heart and used the skills I had learned. To my surprise, I played really well and helped my team win the game. After the game, Chris came up to me and congratulated me. He said he was proud of me and that I had proved that determination and hard work could overcome any obstacles. I felt incredibly happy and grateful for his support and inspiration.
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