2024-2025学年河北省唐山市高三上学期开学英语试题（含答案）

2024-2025学年河北省唐山市高三上学期开学英语试题
本试卷满分150分。考试时间120分钟。
第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15 小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The Garden Club of Jacksonville presents the second annual Community Gardens Summit to gather all the community gardens from around Northeast Florida, those planning to create them in the future, and anyone who wants to learn more about community gardens or take part in one.
Experts from these organizations will present best practices for organizing, building, maintaining, and sustaining community gardens. We'll also provide tips for gardening at home.
The Garden Club will also hold a seed exchange for anyone who wants to take part.
Schedule
5:30-6:30 p. m. Visit community garden tables, seed exchange
6:30-7:30 p. m. Presentations
7:30-7:45 p. m. Q&A
7:45-8:30 p. m. Visit community garden tables, donation bar
The program is free and open to the public, but registration is required so the Garden Club knows how many chairs to provide. We appreciate your help!
Want to Participate
If you know of any community gardens that would like to participate, please ask them to contactinfo@gardenclubjax.org.
Sponsorship Opportunities
A sponsor of the 2024 Community Gardens Summit receives:
Recognition on our event pages
Recognition in our email marketing to more than 6,000 contacts
Recognition on our social media channels
Recognition on event slideshow
Recognition in our blog post after the program
Annual Horticulture Corner sponsors also receive:
Verbal recognition at all Horticulture Corner programs
Sponsor table at all Horticulture Corner programs
If you have questions about sponsorship,pleaseemailinfo@gardenclubjax.orgorcall904-355-4224.
21. What is the main purpose of the event
A. To advertise. B. To test.
C. To educate. D. To appreciate.
22. When can participants donate in the event
A. 5:30-6:30 p. m.. B. 6:30-7:30 p. m..
C. 7:30-7:45 p. m.. D. 7:45-8:30 p. m..
23. How does the club reward the sponsors
A. By promoting them.
B. By posting their blogs.
C. By marketing their products.
D. By accessing them to more media.
B
Every now and then you come across a story so powerful that it grabs you by the throat and just won’t let go. Such is the story of Jean- Dominique- locked in his body as one is trapped in a diving bell (a container carrying people to the deep sea) yet free to wander, dream and travel to faraway places using only his mind.
Jean, an editor of the ELLE magazine, lived a fast pace life in the world of fashion. Then one day, he had a severe disease that left him an extremely rare condition. Jean’s mind was fully functioning and aware while the blinking (眨) of his left eye was his only means of communication.
Imagine for just a moment what it would be like to lie perfectly still, and the only thing you can move is your left eye. As an experiment— try to read the rest of this article using only your left eye.
Jean’s therapist (治疗专家) designed a means for him to communicate by organizing all the letters by their frequency and reading each letter. Jean would blink once when the correct letter was read that matched the letter in the word he was thinking. He would painstakingly spell each word in the sentence he was thinking. Using this method he was able to pen his memoir (自传). He tells how he would mentally write, edit and rewrite his sentences before communicating them to his therapist.
“ My diving bell becomes less unbearable, and my mind takes flight like a butterfly. There is so much to do. You can wander off in space or in time.” Jean- Dominique writes in The Diving Bell and the Butterfly.
Near the end of his book, Jean is reduced to examining the contents of the half- opened purse of his assistant. Tissues, folded franc notes, subway tickets, keys, “keys” he thinks: “Does the universe contain keys for opening up my diving bell A subway line with no last- stop A currency strong enough to buy my freedom back We must keep looking. I’ll be off now.” Thus he ends the book.
24. Why does the author use “a diving bell”
A. To attract readers’ attention.
B. To generate readers’ sympathy.
C. To show Jean’s complete immobility.
D. To stress Jean’s need for freedom of mind.
25 What is the purpose of paragraph 3
A. To explain how to read with one eye.
B. To invite readers to do an experiment.
C. To call for attention to physical health.
D. To involve readers in what Jean had to face.
26. What is paragraph 4 mainly about
A. Jean learning to “write”. B. Jean publishing his memoir.
C. Jean communicating poorly. D. Jean getting on with his doctor.
27. What does Jean intend to express at the end of his book
A. The life cycles.
B. A desire for wealth.
C His mental strength.
D. Gratitude to his assistant.
C
Belonging is important in most cultures. It can give you a sense of purpose. Working alongside people who might be serving an important cause, or being on a championship team, or working together with people who share similar goals, values, or interests makes a person feel important and useful.
Sometimes, though, the belonging aspect can translate to a sense of “us versus them”. It can create a situation where you view someone who is not of your team or group as the enemy and the person to be feared. While this often happens in political contexts, it can also occur in daily life. You might hear the way someone talks, or look at their dress, or learn where they went to school, and depending on your alignment to a certain group you might consider them worthy of your attention, or ignore them because they don't belong where you belong.
The problem with belonging is that sometimes you begin to gain such a sense of purpose from it, that your group is what matters most. In some cases, you may even find ways to separate from others not in your group. The fact is that fundamentally we all belong to the human race. We all have the same make- up and design underneath, with different packaging around us.
When you use belonging to create separation, you are missing out on gifts that others might be able to share. It's one of the most hurtful and judgmental things you can do to someone else: dismissing them out of hand simply because they don't share the views of your group.
Become aware of your desire to belong, and try to be objective about your need for it. Belonging can be a powerful experience, and it can also serve to separate you. You might want to be separated from the people in “that group,” but you end up cutting yourself off from potential gifts and support that may be meaningful to you. Having beliefs and supporting noble causes is certainly important, and simply being part of a group isn’t fundamentally a bad thing; just become watchful about whether it translates into a refusal to accept someone who belongs elsewhere.
28. What does belonging give a person according to paragraph 1
A. A sense of value. B. A chance to win.
C. The power of culture. D. The way to fame.
29. Which has the similar meaning to the underlined word “alignment”
A. Restriction. B. Association.
C. Resolution. D. Contribution.
30. What is explained in paragraph 3
A. The significance of groups.
B. The underlying unity of people.
C. The characteristics of belonging.
D. The attraction of the external world.
31. What advice does the author give about belonging
A. Having a strong desire for it.
B. Satisfying your need from it.
C. Abandoning it for its likely dangers.
D. Balancing it with openness to others.
D
Illeism put simply, is the practice of talking about oneself in the third person rather than the first person. This rhetorical device is often used by politicians to lend their words an air of objectivity. In his account of the Gallic War, for example, the emperor Julius Caesar wrote“ Caesar avenged (报复) the public” rather than “I avenged the public”. This small verbal shift seems intended to make the statement feel a little more like historical fact, recorded by an objective observer.
To the modern ear, illeism can sound a little silly or self- important - and we may even ridicule famous people who choose to talk in this way. Yet recent psychological research suggests that illeism can bring some real mental benefits. If we are trying to make a difficult decision, speaking about ourselves in the third person can help to calm the emotions that could lead our thinking off course, allowing us to find a wiser solution to our problem.
This approach corresponds to the scientific study of wisdom by Igor Grossmann at the University of Waterloo in Canada. The study revealed that the wisdom of people's reasoning can depend on the context. In particular, he found that their wise reasoning scores tended to be much higher when considering other people's situations than their own personal dilemmas. Grossmann called this“ Solomon's Paradox” after the ancient Biblical king, who was famous for advising others wisely, while making a series of disastrous personal decisions that ultimately left his kingdom in chaos.
By switching to the third person, our descriptions of the situation will start to sound as if we are talking about someone else rather than ourselves. This sense of detachment (抽离) would allow us to see the bigger picture, rather than getting caught up in our own feelings.
32. Why is Julius Caesar mentioned
A. To present a fact. B. To serve as a proof.
C. To introduce a war. D. To recommend a device.
33. What key point is conveyed in paragraph 2
A. Illeism supports clearer reasoning. B. Modern people dislike illeism.
C. The famous are careful about illeism. D. Illeism enhances multiple emotions.
34. What can we learn from Grossmann's study
A. Dilemmas stimulate reasoning. B. Wisdom begins in wonder.
C. Bystanders are clear- sighted. D. Every man has his own trouble.
35. What is the best title of the text
A. A Proven Device for Great Leaders
B. The Ancient Trick for Wiser Thinking
C. An Effective Way from a New Perspective
D. The Age- Old Practice in Modern Experiment
第二节 (共5 小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分 12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Throughout history, the word “courage” has been associated with images of heroism — soldiers charging into battle, firefighters storming into burning buildings, or activists standing firm against unfairness. ___36___ It is a multi-dimensional virtue in our daily lives, a strength that helps us sail through the challenges in our life.
___37___ This is the bravery we see in those who put themselves in the line of fire to protect others. It’s what enables a person to fight back against an attacker. It allows us to overcome our fears, pushing our bodies past our limits when necessary.
Moral courage is where the inner strength of our principles is truly tested. ___38___ Even when it’s unpopular or carries personal risk, we remain committed to our values. Witnesses refusing to be threatened in a court of law or citizens standing up to severe injustice all demonstrate extraordinary moral courage.
Finally, there is the courage of endurance and perseverance. This could be seen as the courage to keep training when every muscle in your body screams at you to stop. ___39___ Endurance and perseverance allow us to accomplish goals that may initially seem impossible.
These forms of courage are interconnected to give strength to the human character. Courage does not mean the absence of fear. ___40___ It is the quality that inspires awe(敬畏), yet exists within all of us, ready to be drawn out. Whether facing external dangers, maintaining our beliefs or dealing with our inner struggles, courage in its diverse forms is an essential element of a good and meaningful life.
A. Fears are deep seated.
B. It is far from everyone.
C. Instead, it is about defeating it.
D. We should do what we know is right.
E. It’s the stubborn refusal to give in to difficulties.
F. One of the most visible forms is physical courage.
G. But it includes far more than just these extraordinary acts.
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题； 每小题1分，满分 15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When Joe first proposed a trip to the Grand Canyon, I was thrilled. I was ___41___ him 100 percent until he said we’d be driving. I did the ___42___. Three days on the road and three days of vacation. I hated being on the road.
“It’s only a two- day drive. You can look forward to it,” Joe said, ___43___ about the prospect.
The first hour on the road, all that lay before us was endless plains. “I never knew the country was so ___44___!” Chandler, our 8- year- old son, burst out. Around sunset, we neared the Texas border, with lots of oranges coloring the fields and ___45___ the skyline. The car was filled with Chandler’s oohs and aahs and Joe ___46___ his delight. I couldn’t remember the last time my family had been in such a(n) ___47___ .
The second day, we reached Williams, Arizona, where we would board the train. “Let’s go___48___ the town,” Joe said, excited. But I held ___49___, for it was 45 minutes before the train was due. Just then, a crowd gathered–a costumed traditional ____50____! Watching it, my guys had the Canyon far from their ____51____.
On the train Chandler kept saying,“ That performance was so ____52____!” That’s exactly when it ____53____ me. Our vacation wasn’t just starting. We’d been on holiday all along.
We were near the Canyon, but it was not so ____54____. We continued talking about the enjoyable performance. That was the ____55____ of our vacation… so far.
41. A. with B. against C. after D. over
42. A. deal B. exercise C. report D. math
43. A. curious B. optimistic C. careful D. concerned
44. A. vital B. rich C. big D. safe
45. A. lighting B. scanning C. lowering D. exhibiting
46. A. joined in B. laughed at C. wondered at D. returned to
47. A. attempt B. tradition C. change D. atmosphere
48. A. search B. analyze C. explore D. assess
49. A. on B. back C. up D. out
50. A. show B. game C. competition D. meeting
51. A. comments B. minds C. plans D. conflicts
52. A. influential B. strange C. cool D. original
53. A. pushed B. amused C. shocked D. hit
54. A. suitable B. important C. worthwhile D. sufficient
55. A. commitment B. destination C. highlight D. impression
第二节 (共10小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Like many young Africans, Jean Philippe N’ Dri’s interest in Kung Fu began with martial arts (武术) movies. During his second year of college, he joined the martial arts club. With the ___56___ (assist) of the club, he, together with other 5 students, ___57___ (give) the opportunity to visit the Shaolin Temple in China’s Henan province.
“In it were people ___58___ (dress) the way they had been in the movies. They were practicing techniques ___59___ (proper),” N’ Dri said of his first impression of the temple. They underwent three weeks of training, but the first two weeks were really ___60___ (challenge). It wasn’t just physical training, but also mental toughening. They understood then ___61___ Shaolin monks (和尚) have such a reputation.
“When I began practicing martial arts, my initial idea was to win in the fight. Now I feel___62___ (calm) and more peaceful. I can channel my anger, and ___63___ (develop) a spirit of sharing. Martial arts have become the backbone of my life,” he said proudly.
With his Kung Fu dream coming true, N’ Dri has set up the Shaolin Training Camp. It is the first ___64___ its kind in Africa to give the same training he received at the temple to young African people who are not able to go to China ____65____ still share the same dream.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
66. 近期，你校英文报开设了“生活中的英语”栏目。请你投稿，介绍自己在课外生活中学习英语的途径和收获。
注意：
1. 词数应为 80 左右；
2. 短文的题目、开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。
Learning English out of Class
As a high school student, I practice English in my daily life beyond the class.
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Integrating English into our everyday activities is not just about studying - it’s about living the language.
第二节 (满分25 分)
67. 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。
Gabriel had always been fascinated by robots. His mother, however, did not think much of it. She often criticized him, urging him to focus on his schoolwork instead of those“ useless machines”, as she called them. She wanted him to spend more time on his books, and less time lost in the world of robotics. He, however, always worked quietly on parts, trying to create inventions that could solve everyday problems.
One day, Gabriel came back from school, bursting through the front door, holding a shining award in his hand. The gas detection robot he had built for months had just won first place in the regional competition. His heart raced as he imagined his mother would be proud this time.
“Mom! Look! I won!” he cried. His mother, standing at the kitchen counter, looked briefly. She sighed, “That’s nice, Gabriel, but I still don’t see what good it will do you. It’s not going to help you with your grades or get you into college. You need to focus on something more practical.” Her voice showed no interest. Gabriel remained quiet, determined to prove that what he was doing had value.
One evening, as the delicious smell of dinner floated through the house, an unexpected danger was quietly closing. Gabriel’s mother had been busy in the kitchen but had forgotten to turn off the gas. Unaware of the coming threat, she had wandered into the living room, settling down comfortably in front of the TV. The gas continued to escape, silently filling the air. The house was on the edge of a disaster.
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。
Suddenly, a loud alarm rang through the house.
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Gabriel’s mother held the robot gently in her arms, waiting for Gabriel to get back from school.
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2024-2025学年河北省唐山市高三上学期开学英语试题
答案版
本试卷满分150分。考试时间120分钟。
第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15 小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The Garden Club of Jacksonville presents the second annual Community Gardens Summit to gather all the community gardens from around Northeast Florida, those planning to create them in the future, and anyone who wants to learn more about community gardens or take part in one.
Experts from these organizations will present best practices for organizing, building, maintaining, and sustaining community gardens. We'll also provide tips for gardening at home.
The Garden Club will also hold a seed exchange for anyone who wants to take part.
Schedule
5:30-6:30 p. m. Visit community garden tables, seed exchange
6:30-7:30 p. m. Presentations
7:30-7:45 p. m. Q&A
7:45-8:30 p. m. Visit community garden tables, donation bar
The program is free and open to the public, but registration is required so the Garden Club knows how many chairs to provide. We appreciate your help!
Want to Participate
If you know of any community gardens that would like to participate, please ask them to contactinfo@gardenclubjax.org.
Sponsorship Opportunities
A sponsor of the 2024 Community Gardens Summit receives:
Recognition on our event pages
Recognition in our email marketing to more than 6,000 contacts
Recognition on our social media channels
Recognition on event slideshow
Recognition in our blog post after the program
Annual Horticulture Corner sponsors also receive:
Verbal recognition at all Horticulture Corner programs
Sponsor table at all Horticulture Corner programs
If you have questions about sponsorship,pleaseemailinfo@gardenclubjax.orgorcall904-355-4224.
21. What is the main purpose of the event
A. To advertise. B. To test.
C. To educate. D. To appreciate.
22. When can participants donate in the event
A. 5:30-6:30 p. m.. B. 6:30-7:30 p. m..
C. 7:30-7:45 p. m.. D. 7:45-8:30 p. m..
23. How does the club reward the sponsors
A. By promoting them.
B. By posting their blogs.
C. By marketing their products.
D. By accessing them to more media.
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. A
B
Every now and then you come across a story so powerful that it grabs you by the throat and just won’t let go. Such is the story of Jean- Dominique- locked in his body as one is trapped in a diving bell (a container carrying people to the deep sea), yet free to wander, dream and travel to faraway places using only his mind.
Jean, an editor of the ELLE magazine, lived a fast pace life in the world of fashion. Then one day, he had a severe disease that left him an extremely rare condition. Jean’s mind was fully functioning and aware while the blinking (眨) of his left eye was his only means of communication.
Imagine for just a moment what it would be like to lie perfectly still, and the only thing you can move is your left eye. As an experiment— try to read the rest of this article using only your left eye.
Jean’s therapist (治疗专家) designed a means for him to communicate by organizing all the letters by their frequency and reading each letter. Jean would blink once when the correct letter was read that matched the letter in the word he was thinking. He would painstakingly spell each word in the sentence he was thinking. Using this method he was able to pen his memoir (自传). He tells how he would mentally write, edit and rewrite his sentences before communicating them to his therapist.
“ My diving bell becomes less unbearable, and my mind takes flight like a butterfly. There is so much to do. You can wander off in space or in time.” Jean- Dominique writes in The Diving Bell and the Butterfly.
Near the end of his book, Jean is reduced to examining the contents of the half- opened purse of his assistant. Tissues, folded franc notes, subway tickets, keys, “keys” he thinks: “Does the universe contain keys for opening up my diving bell A subway line with no last- stop A currency strong enough to buy my freedom back We must keep looking. I’ll be off now.” Thus he ends the book.
24. Why does the author use “a diving bell”
A. To attract readers’ attention.
B. To generate readers’ sympathy.
C. To show Jean’s complete immobility.
D. To stress Jean’s need for freedom of mind.
25. What is the purpose of paragraph 3
A. To explain how to read with one eye.
B. To invite readers to do an experiment.
C. To call for attention to physical health.
D. To involve readers in what Jean had to face.
26. What is paragraph 4 mainly about
A. Jean learning to “write”. B. Jean publishing his memoir.
C. Jean communicating poorly. D. Jean getting on with his doctor.
27. What does Jean intend to express at the end of his book
A. The life cycles.
B. A desire for wealth.
C. His mental strength.
D. Gratitude to his assistant.
【答案】24. C 25. D 26. A 27. C
C
Belonging is important in most cultures. It can give you a sense of purpose. Working alongside people who might be serving an important cause, or being on a championship team, or working together with people who share similar goals, values, or interests makes a person feel important and useful.
Sometimes, though, the belonging aspect can translate to a sense of “us versus them”. It can create a situation where you view someone who is not of your team or group as the enemy and the person to be feared. While this often happens in political contexts, it can also occur in daily life. You might hear the way someone talks, or look at their dress, or learn where they went to school, and depending on your alignment to a certain group you might consider them worthy of your attention, or ignore them because they don't belong where you belong.
The problem with belonging is that sometimes you begin to gain such a sense of purpose from it, that your group is what matters most. In some cases, you may even find ways to separate from others not in your group. The fact is that fundamentally we all belong to the human race. We all have the same make- up and design underneath, with different packaging around us.
When you use belonging to create separation, you are missing out on gifts that others might be able to share. It's one of the most hurtful and judgmental things you can do to someone else: dismissing them out of hand simply because they don't share the views of your group.
Become aware of your desire to belong, and try to be objective about your need for it. Belonging can be a powerful experience, and it can also serve to separate you. You might want to be separated from the people in “that group,” but you end up cutting yourself off from potential gifts and support that may be meaningful to you. Having beliefs and supporting noble causes is certainly important, and simply being part of a group isn’t fundamentally a bad thing; just become watchful about whether it translates into a refusal to accept someone who belongs elsewhere.
28. What does belonging give a person according to paragraph 1
A. A sense of value. B. A chance to win.
C. The power of culture. D. The way to fame.
29. Which has the similar meaning to the underlined word “alignment”
A. Restriction. B. Association.
C. Resolution. D. Contribution.
30. What is explained in paragraph 3
A. The significance of groups.
B. The underlying unity of people.
C. The characteristics of belonging.
D The attraction of the external world.
31. What advice does the author give about belonging
A. Having a strong desire for it.
B. Satisfying your need from it.
C. Abandoning it for its likely dangers.
D. Balancing it with openness to others.
【答案】28. A 29. B 30. B 31. D
D
Illeism, put simply, is the practice of talking about oneself in the third person rather than the first person. This rhetorical device is often used by politicians to lend their words an air of objectivity. In his account of the Gallic War, for example, the emperor Julius Caesar wrote“ Caesar avenged (报复) the public” rather than “I avenged the public”. This small verbal shift seems intended to make the statement feel a little more like historical fact, recorded by an objective observer.
To the modern ear, illeism can sound a little silly or self- important - and we may even ridicule famous people who choose to talk in this way. Yet recent psychological research suggests that illeism can bring some real mental benefits. If we are trying to make a difficult decision, speaking about ourselves in the third person can help to calm the emotions that could lead our thinking off course, allowing us to find a wiser solution to our problem.
This approach corresponds to the scientific study of wisdom by Igor Grossmann at the University of Waterloo in Canada. The study revealed that the wisdom of people's reasoning can depend on the context. In particular, he found that their wise reasoning scores tended to be much higher when considering other people's situations than their own personal dilemmas. Grossmann called this“ Solomon's Paradox” after the ancient Biblical king, who was famous for advising others wisely, while making a series of disastrous personal decisions that ultimately left his kingdom in chaos.
By switching to the third person, our descriptions of the situation will start to sound as if we are talking about someone else rather than ourselves. This sense of detachment (抽离) would allow us to see the bigger picture, rather than getting caught up in our own feelings.
32. Why is Julius Caesar mentioned
A. To present a fact. B. To serve as a proof.
C. To introduce a war. D. To recommend a device.
33. What key point is conveyed in paragraph 2
A. Illeism supports clearer reasoning. B. Modern people dislike illeism.
C. The famous are careful about illeism. D. Illeism enhances multiple emotions.
34. What can we learn from Grossmann's study
A. Dilemmas stimulate reasoning. B. Wisdom begins in wonder.
C. Bystanders are clear- sighted. D. Every man has his own trouble.
35. What is the best title of the text
A. A Proven Device for Great Leaders
B. The Ancient Trick for Wiser Thinking
C. An Effective Way from a New Perspective
D. The Age- Old Practice in Modern Experiment
【答案】32. B 33. A 34. C 35. B
第二节 (共5 小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分 12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Throughout history, the word “courage” has been associated with images of heroism — soldiers charging into battle, firefighters storming into burning buildings, or activists standing firm against unfairness. ___36___ It is a multi-dimensional virtue in our daily lives, a strength that helps us sail through the challenges in our life.
___37___ This is the bravery we see in those who put themselves in the line of fire to protect others. It’s what enables a person to fight back against an attacker. It allows us to overcome our fears, pushing our bodies past our limits when necessary.
Moral courage is where the inner strength of our principles is truly tested. ___38___ Even when it’s unpopular or carries personal risk, we remain committed to our values. Witnesses refusing to be threatened in a court of law or citizens standing up to severe injustice all demonstrate extraordinary moral courage.
Finally, there is the courage of endurance and perseverance. This could be seen as the courage to keep training when every muscle in your body screams at you to stop. ___39___ Endurance and perseverance allow us to accomplish goals that may initially seem impossible.
These forms of courage are interconnected to give strength to the human character. Courage does not mean the absence of fear. ___40___ It is the quality that inspires awe(敬畏), yet exists within all of us, ready to be drawn out. Whether facing external dangers, maintaining our beliefs or dealing with our inner struggles, courage in its diverse forms is an essential element of a good and meaningful life.
A. Fears are deep seated.
B. It is far from everyone.
C. Instead, it is about defeating it.
D. We should do what we know is right.
E. It’s the stubborn refusal to give in to difficulties.
F. One of the most visible forms is physical courage.
G. But it includes far more than just these extraordinary acts.
【答案】36. G 37. F 38. D 39. E 40. C
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题； 每小题1分，满分 15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When Joe first proposed a trip to the Grand Canyon, I was thrilled. I was ___41___ him 100 percent until he said we’d be driving. I did the ___42___. Three days on the road and three days of vacation. I hated being on the road.
“It’s only a two- day drive. You can look forward to it,” Joe said, ___43___ about the prospect.
The first hour on the road, all that lay before us was endless plains. “I never knew the country was so ___44___!” Chandler, our 8- year- old son, burst out. Around sunset, we neared the Texas border, with lots of oranges coloring the fields and ___45___ the skyline. The car was filled with Chandler’s oohs and aahs and Joe ___46___ his delight. I couldn’t remember the last time my family had been in such a(n) ___47___ .
The second day, we reached Williams, Arizona, where we would board the train. “Let’s go___48___ the town,” Joe said, excited. But I held ___49___, for it was 45 minutes before the train was due. Just then, a crowd gathered–a costumed traditional ____50____! Watching it, my guys had the Canyon far from their ____51____.
On the train Chandler kept saying,“ That performance was so ____52____!” That’s exactly when it ____53____ me. Our vacation wasn’t just starting. We’d been on holiday all along.
We were near the Canyon, but it was not so ____54____. We continued talking about the enjoyable performance. That was the ____55____ of our vacation… so far.
41. A. with B. against C. after D. over
42. A. deal B. exercise C. report D. math
43. A. curious B. optimistic C. careful D. concerned
44. A. vital B. rich C. big D. safe
45. A. lighting B. scanning C. lowering D. exhibiting
46. A. joined in B. laughed at C. wondered at D. returned to
47. A. attempt B. tradition C. change D. atmosphere
48. A. search B. analyze C. explore D. assess
49. A. on B. back C. up D. out
50. A. show B. game C. competition D. meeting
51. A. comments B. minds C. plans D. conflicts
52. A. influential B. strange C. cool D. original
53. A. pushed B. amused C. shocked D. hit
54. A. suitable B. important C. worthwhile D. sufficient
55. A. commitment B. destination C. highlight D. impression
【答案】41. A 42. D 43. B 44. C 45. A 46. A 47. D 48. C 49. B 50. A 51. B 52. C 53. D 54. B 55. C
第二节 (共10小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Like many young Africans, Jean Philippe N’ Dri’s interest in Kung Fu began with martial arts (武术) movies. During his second year of college, he joined the martial arts club. With the ___56___ (assist) of the club, he, together with other 5 students, ___57___ (give) the opportunity to visit the Shaolin Temple in China’s Henan province.
“In it were people ___58___ (dress) the way they had been in the movies. They were practicing techniques ___59___ (proper),” N’ Dri said of his first impression of the temple. They underwent three weeks of training, but the first two weeks were really ___60___ (challenge). It wasn’t just physical training, but also mental toughening. They understood then ___61___ Shaolin monks (和尚) have such a reputation.
“When I began practicing martial arts, my initial idea was to win in the fight. Now I feel___62___ (calm) and more peaceful. I can channel my anger, and ___63___ (develop) a spirit of sharing. Martial arts have become the backbone of my life,” he said proudly.
With his Kung Fu dream coming true, N’ Dri has set up the Shaolin Training Camp. It is the first ___64___ its kind in Africa to give the same training he received at the temple to young African people who are not able to go to China ____65____ still share the same dream.
【答案】56. assistance
57. was given
58. dressed
59. properly
60. challenging
61. why 62. calmer
63. develop
64. of 65. but
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
66. 近期，你校英文报开设了“生活中的英语”栏目。请你投稿，介绍自己在课外生活中学习英语的途径和收获。
注意：
1. 词数应为 80 左右；
2. 短文的题目、开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。
Learning English out of Class
As a high school student, I practice English in my daily life beyond the class.
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Integrating English into our everyday activities is not just about studying - it’s about living the language.
【答案】As a high school student, I practice English in my daily life beyond the class.
I make it a habit to listen to English songs. Music helps me improve my pronunciation and listening skills. Besides, engaging with music can stimulate my brain activity and provide emotional comfort.
As for English thinking, I try to express what I see, hear, or feel in English. For example, if I’m sitting in a park, I’II say “The sun is shining brightly, and a light breeze is blowing through the trees.” This practice helps me connect real-life situations with English expressions, making the language more practical and relevant.
Integrating English into our everyday activities is not just about studying - it’s about living the language.
第二节 (满分25 分)
67. 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。
Gabriel had always been fascinated by robots. His mother, however, did not think much of it. She often criticized him, urging him to focus on his schoolwork instead of those“ useless machines”, as she called them. She wanted him to spend more time on his books, and less time lost in the world of robotics. He, however, always worked quietly on parts, trying to create inventions that could solve everyday problems.
One day, Gabriel came back from school, bursting through the front door, holding a shining award in his hand. The gas detection robot he had built for months had just won first place in the regional competition. His heart raced as he imagined his mother would be proud this time.
“Mom! Look! I won!” he cried. His mother, standing at the kitchen counter, looked briefly. She sighed, “That’s nice, Gabriel, but I still don’t see what good it will do you. It’s not going to help you with your grades or get you into college. You need to focus on something more practical.” Her voice showed no interest. Gabriel remained quiet, determined to prove that what he was doing had value.
One evening, as the delicious smell of dinner floated through the house, an unexpected danger was quietly closing. Gabriel’s mother had been busy in the kitchen but had forgotten to turn off the gas. Unaware of the coming threat, she had wandered into the living room, settling down comfortably in front of the TV. The gas continued to escape, silently filling the air. The house was on the edge of a disaster.
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。
Suddenly, a loud alarm rang through the house.
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Gabriel’s mother held the robot gently in her arms, waiting for Gabriel to get back from school.
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【答案】Suddenly, a loud alarm rang through the house. Gabriel’s gas detection robot had sensed the leak and sprung into action. The shrill sound jolted his mother from her TV reverie, her heart pounding as she realized the danger they were in. Quickly, she rushed to the kitchen, turned off the gas, and opened all the windows to let the fresh air disperse the dangerous fumes. As the alarm ceased, she stood there, breathing a sigh of relief, suddenly understanding the significance of Gabriel’s invention. It wasn’t just a toy or a useless machine; it was a lifesaver.
Gabriel’s mother held the robot gently in her arms, waiting for Gabriel to get back from school. She couldn’t wait to tell him how his creation had prevented a potential tragedy. When Gabriel finally walked through the door, his mother greeted him with tears in her eyes and a smile on her face. “Gabriel, you were right,” she said, hugging him tightly. “This robot isn’t just a hobby; it’s something that can protect us, make our lives safer. I’m sorry I didn’t see it before.” Gabriel’s heart swelled with pride and joy. From that day on, his mother became his biggest supporter, encouraging him to pursue his passion for robotics and recognizing the value of his inventions in making the world a better, safer place.