河南省郑州市宇华实验学校2024-2025学年高二上学期9月月考英语试题（含答案）
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2024-2025学年河南省郑州市宇华实验学校高二上学期9月月考
英语试题
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号在答题卡上填写清楚。
2.每道选择题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。在试题卷上作答无效。
3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4.考试结束后，请将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题：每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
For many people, childhood is the best time of their lives. Children’s Day is celebrated by different countries on different days of the year. It is a holiday that celebrates the happiness, healthy growth, and bright future of children.
China
Children’s Day is on June 1st. On this day, pupils go to school as usual, but often for only half of the day. The school day tends to involve various Children’s Day activities instead of regular classes. The celebration doesn’t end at school. After school, parents usually take their children out to play. They often celebrate by having a picnic in the park or by going to an amusement park, the cinema, or the zoo. Many tourist attractions, including the Forbidden City, have discounts on admission or are completely free for children on this day.
Japan
The Japanese people celebrate Children’s Day on the fifth day of the fifth month every year. Families fly colorful carp flags (鲤鱼旗) from their homes, as carps represent determination and vigor in Japanese folklore (民间传说). They display figurines of Samurai Warriors in their homes to symbolize strength and bravery. Children enjoy sticky rice cakes in Quercus dentata leaves and participate in events around the country like traditional Japanese plays.
India
Children’s Day is celebrated on November14 every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India. Nehru was very fond of children and so, to honor him and acknowledge his work for children, the 14th of every November is set as Children’s Day. On this occasion, children of India usually get gifts from their parents. Many schools allow students to attend their classes in colored dresses. Special programs are held by the children themselves. Many schools hold activities such as camping trips or free movies on Children’s Day to allow students to have fun.
New Zealand
In New Zealand, Children’s Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of March each year. Fun community events are held throughout the country and include games, carnival, food, traditional haka dancing, and more.
1. What do Chinese do on Children’s Day
A. Pupils go to school as usual
B. The celebration end at school.
C. Parents usually take children out to play
D. Many tourist attractions have no discounts
2. When is the Children’s Day in Japan
A. June 1st B. May 5th
C. November14 D. The first Sunday of March
3. Where can you probably find the passage
A. Tourist brochure B. Book review C. Science report D. News report
B
Nowadays, we can read almost all "truths" on social media sites. But are they really reliable Sites such as the micro-messaging service, the social networking site and the photo-sharing app Instagram might "misrepresent the real world", according to a study by computer scientists from McGill University and Carnegie Mellon University.
The scientists warn that gathering information about public views and trends from these sites is unwise. There are still large parts of the population who do not take part in social media activities. Also, there's a risk that many social media users are under-represented. Instagram, for example, appeals to younger adults in urban areas while Pinterest is used mainly by females aged 25 to 34. And only 5 percent of the micro-messaging service users are over 65 years old, according to the study. However, this is not the only issue, according to the scientific team. The design of a website can influence how people behave online, creating what the researchers call "Internet bias". For example, micro-blogging sites such as Weibo promote "popular" stories. It saves time for some but it also limits readers' choice of what they see. In the end, many people open those stories and make them more "popular". But it's not because they choose those stories. Rather, it is because the content is right in front of them.
Besides, it's possible that not everyone on your social networks is real. There might actually be a few fake accounts among them. Fake "bots" pretend to be humans and are often included when measuring or predicting human behaviors online.
The findings might be more important than you would think, since many social media studies are used to inform and justify decisions and investments among the public and in industry and government, according to Derek Ruths, an assistant professor of Computer Science at Mc Gill University.
If the team is right, you might have to think carefully next time you say, "It's true, you know; I read it on Weibo."
4. Why does the author mention the micro-messaging and Instagram
A. Because they are the best social media sites today.
B. Because they are not in favor of the current study.
C. Because the public are sharing truths on these sites.
D. Because information on these sites may not be reliable.
5. How is the passage developed
A. By giving examples. B. By making comparisons.
C. By dividing into groups. D. By analyzing causes.
6. Which word can best describe the author's attitude toward information on social media sites
A. Ambiguous. B. Favorable. C. Disagreeable. D. Cautious.
7. What's the author's main purpose in writing the passage
A. To analyze why information gathered from social media sites may not be trustworthy.
B. To remind readers of things they should watch out for when using social media.
C. To point out the advantages and disadvantages of social media.
D To recommend popular social networking sites for readers.
C
Around seven out of every ten Americans who work in offices do their work in an open environment, defined as at desks without meaningful partitions (隔板), according to an International Facility Management Association survey. That is, if they even have a desk- workers may be assigned only a few feet of a communal (共用的) table. The open-plan office space trend, popularized by creative agencies and technology start-ups, went mainstream because of the belief that open-space environments support innovation. More nearness between employees, the thinking went, would create more interaction and teamwork, promote social interaction and urge productivity.
But in fact, purely open-plan offices have been shown to have the opposite effects, creating so much distraction (分心) that employees stayed away from each other. A study funded by Harvard Business Sehaol, the results of which were published last year, tracked what happened when a British company moved its employees from traditional office space, with offices with walls, to an open office. Face-to-face interaction became less — employees spent 72 percent less time interacting with their colleagues. Instead of talking more with each other, the employees put on headphones and began communicating by text and email. As digital communication channels surged, productivity declined.
Neuroscience also holds some clues as to why the tight quarters in communal work spaces- where workers are only given about half the space they were given a decade ago- are so hard to work in. “The human voice sets off the most powerful emotional response in our auditory (听觉的) experience. Voice above 55 decibels (分贝) — roughly the sound of a loud phone call- causes measurable stress, ” according to a Wall Street Journal article, “The Neuroscience-Optimized Office”. “Even more troublesome are overheard ‘halfversations’, in which the listener only knows about one side of a dialogue; our brains automatically imagine the other, ” wrote authors John Medina and Ryan Mullenix.
But the solution, say experts including Newport, isn’t to go back to putting everyone into offices with walls.
8. What can we learn about the open office trend according to paragraph 1
A. It allows 10 people at most to work together.
B. It is believed to stimulate workers’ creativity.
C. It is only popular with new technology companies.
D. It is aimed at promoting workers’ social interaction.
9. What does the underlined word “surged” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Suspended timely. B. Became useless.
C. Cost less. D. Increased quickly.
10 What makes an open office hard to work in
A. Hearing endless noisy phone calls.
B. Showing real emotions publicly.
C. Facing communication barriers at work.
D. Hearing part of a dialogue between colleagues.
11 What will probably be discussed in the following paragraph
A. What are benefits of the open offices with walls.
B. Why the open office makes workers distracted.
C. How to deal with the disadvantages of the open office.
D. How to draw workers’ attention to their colleagues nearby.
D
Record sea ice loss caused a mass die-off of emperor penguin chicks in part of Antarctica last year, strengthening predictions that the world’s largest penguin will soon be in danger of extinction.
Unlike other penguins, emperors breed (繁殖) on sea ice rather than land.Male emperor penguins hatch the eggs during the Antarctic winter. The furry grey chicks need stable sea ice until December to grow their black waterproof feathers and gain enough muscle to swim. If they go into the water before they develop feathers, chicks can drown or freeze to death.
In February, the area of sea ice around Antarctica reached the lowest extent ever observed. After much of the ice began breaking up late last year, four out of five habitats in the hard-bit central and eastern Bellingshausen Sea suffered a total breeding failure, with no chicks surviving to the feather growing period. In mid-November, the sea ice there broke up, forcing the penguins to abandon the habitat and most if not all of their chicks.
A research team from Oxford Brookes University monitored populations by spotting penguin faeces (排泄物) in satellite photos. Emperor penguins tend to stay close, walking in a tight group to stay warm in temperatures as low as -60°C.The buildup of the habitat’s faeces stains the ice so brown that it can be seen from space. Once a habitat has been identified, researchers can count the individual penguins in very high-resolution satellite images.
The observations add weight to modelling predictions that 90 percent of emperor penguin habitats could be extinct or past the point of no return by 2100 if current rates of warming continue. While habitats can lose chicks in heavy storms or when severe winds break up the sea ice, this is the first-time widespread breeding failure has been linked to disappearing ice.
“Failure is the norm, but complete failure across a whole region, that’s not normal,” says Tim at Oxford Brookes University. “Will this impact the population It really depends on how often it happens.”
12. What was the result of the ice breaking last year
A The area of the sea reached the lowest point ever.
B. Emperor penguins left the habitats with their chicks.
C. Emperor penguins had to search for food themselves.
D. Most emperor penguins chicks studied failed to survive.
13. How did the team identify a habitat in satellite images
A. By counting the penguins.
B. By making the images clearer.
C. By spotting brown stained ice.
D. By collecting penguins’ faeces.
14. What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs
A. The area suffered breeding failure for the first time.
B. Severe storms caused the extensive breeding failure.
C. The total failure has made emperor penguins extinct.
D. The frequency of ice breaking needs to be controlled.
15. What is the passage mainly about
A. The main causes of global warming.
B. The exlinet emperor penguin habitats.
C. Emperor penguins’ severe breeding failure.
D. Health problems of emperor penguin chicks.
第二节（共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下列短文，从短文的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The Importance of Learning a Second Language
In today’s globalized world, learning a second language has become an essential skill. It offers numerous benefits that can enhance both personal and professional aspects of life.
___16___ Through the process of learning a new language, one can gain a deeper understanding of different cultures and traditions. This can lead to greater empathy and appreciation for diversity.
Additionally, bilingual (双语的) individuals often have better cognitive abilities. ___17___ Studies have shown that they are better at multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making compared to monolinguals (单语的). This is because the brain is constantly engaged in managing two languages, which strengthens its overall function.
___18___ In many professional fields, being proficient in more than one language can open up job opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable. Many companies prefer to hire candidates who can communicate with international clients or partners.
Moreover, learning a second language can significantly enhance travel experiences. ___19___ Communicating in the local language can lead to more meaningful interactions and a deeper connection with the place and its people.
Finally, the process of learning a new language itself can be incredibly (不可置信地) rewarding. ___20___ This sense of achievement can boost confidence and motivate individuals to tackle other challenges in life.
Overall, the advantages of learning a second language are clear. It not only broadens one’s horizons but also equips them with skills that are valuable in an increasingly interconnected world.
A. It allows travelers to guide new environments with ease and enjoy genuine cultural experiences.
B. The effort and devotion required to master a new language can get a strong sense of accomplishment.
C. Bilingualism can delay the onset of dementia (痴呆症) and other age-related cognitive declines.
D. One of the most significant advantages is the ability to connect with people from different backgrounds.
E. Fluency in multiple languages is often associated with higher salaries and better career prospects.
F. They tend to have improved memory, attention span, and analytical skills.
G. Another major benefit is the improvement in job prospects and career advancement.
第二部分 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)
阅读下列短文，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。
Ashoka, an association founded by Bill Drayton, has fought to end poverty (贫困) and sickness, promoted education and encouraged small businesses. To support these worthy ____21____, Ashoka provides money to solve urgent problems worldwide.
Drayton emphasizes the important thing is to simply give yourself ____22____. If you see a problem, you can help solve it. The young ____23____ are willing to ____24____ this concept because at heart every child wants to grow into a happy, healthy and ____25____ adult. In fact, it is many young people’s ____26____ to set up programmes or businesses that improve social conditions. An excellent example is an Ashoka project started in 1995 in Dhaka, which effectively handled the ____27____ problem the city encountered, and provided an income for local farmers there.
When Masqsood and Iftekhar from Ashoka began to study the problem of all the uncollected rubbish that lay in Dhaka’s streets, ____28____ rats and disease, they discovered that 80% of it was natural waste. So they educated the poor there to ____29____ methods to compost (堆肥) this waste. They knew that they would have a _____30_____ for the end product because local farmers were struggling with _____31_____ chemical fertilisers (化肥). At first, they were _____32_____, but once they were able to _____33_____ them that there was money to be made, the project _____34_____. In 2009 sales were $14,000.
Drayton is _____35_____ that in ten years Ashoka will be making really serious, practical progress in bringing about social change by changing the way we look at economic development.
21. A. plans B. causes C. attempts D. events
22. A. right B. confidence C. permission D. praise
23. A. in particular B. in fact C. on purpose D. in turn
24 A. avoid B. decline C. accept D. appreciate
25. A. professional B. generous C. contributing D. innocent
26. A. ambition B. definition C. advice D. purpose
27. A. water B. resource C. rubbish D. traffic
28. A. attacking B. charging C. counting D. inviting
29. A. employ B. create C. leave D. send
30. A. hope B. market C. desire D. way
31. A. expensive B. effective C. affordable D. profitable
32. A. refused B. recognised C. confused D. surprised
33. A. permit B. order C. advise D. persuade
34. A. set off B. took off C. picked up D. put up
35. A. uncertain B. doubtful C. pessimistic D. optimistic
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。
Acupuncture (针灸) is ___36___ ancient Chinese medicine-based approach to ___37___(treat) a variety of diseases by triggering specific points on the skin with needles. Since Qin dynasty, the Chinese ___38___ (alleviate) pain and treated illnesses through acupuncture. This practice originates from the discovery ___39___ pricking specific points on the body with stone needles could ease pain and symptoms, which is in line ___40___ the philosophy that facilitates the ___41___ (harmony) coexistence of humans with nature.
According to Records of the Grand Historian, authored by Sima Qian about 2,100 years ago, Bian Que, a highly skilled doctor during the Warring States Period (475-221 BC), was famous for having saved a prince from death by using needles ___42___ (stimulate) the Baihui acupoint (穴位) on the head of the unconscious man. Bian Que’ cure was so effective that the prince and the whole royal family became his ___43___ (regular).
Ancient Chinese believed that the human body was filled with a(n) ___44___ (visible) life-giving force which they called ‘qi’ and when the qi was flowing well and going to all the right places inside a person’s body, then he would experience good mental and physical health. Today, many people volunteer to become a ___45___ (license) practitioner (从业人员) for acupuncture, an effective therapy to help address a variety of health concerns.
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你与爱尔兰交换生Philip原定本周日上午一起修改英文演讲稿，因故不能赴约。请给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 表达歉意；
2. 说明原因；
3. 另约时间。
注意：写作词数应为80左右。
Dear Philip,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
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。
My father was the kind of person who could never pass by someone who needed help. He was a firm believer in the mantra (箴言)： What goes around comes around. He believed that someday he might need help, and someone would return the favor. But I didn’t quite buy it.
One weekend, my father and I took a trip to Flaming Gorge Reservoir (水库). We loved to fish at Flaming Gorge. We owned a cabin boat that was about fifteen feet in length. We put our boat in at Sheep Creek Marina (游艇停泊港). Our goal was to go as far north as possible, spend the weekend in our boat, and fish until we had our limit.
Heading toward the Wyoming side of the reservoir, we traveled some distance before we began to fish. Frankly, the fishing wasn’t very good, but we loved being out on the boat together in such a beautiful place.
Suddenly, we saw a man on the far shore waving at us. Immediately, my father fired up the motor and went toward the other side of the reservoir, where the man was still waving at us. When we arrived, I was amazed to see a beautiful big yacht (游艇) pulled onto the shore.
The man introduced himself as Mat and then thanked us warmly for coming to his assistance. His battery was dead, and he wondered if we could help him. We did, and soon his big motor roared back to life. Mat and his family were very grateful. We lost an hour of fishing. Being an impatient teenager, I was a bit annoyed at the one-hour loss, but we were soon back out on the reservoir.
The next day the fishing didn’t improve. As a matter of fact, it was terrible, so we decided to call it quits and go back to the marina. We were about two miles from the marina when we found ourselves fighting a strong headwind that slowed our progress. The waves were kicking up, and suddenly our engine decided to quit.
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。
We tried to get it running, but it simply wouldn’t start.
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On our way home, I saw an old lady waving at our car by the roadside.
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2024-2025学年河南省郑州市宇华实验学校高二上学期9月月考
英语试题
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号在答题卡上填写清楚。
2.每道选择题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。在试题卷上作答无效。
3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4.考试结束后，请将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题：每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
For many people, childhood is the best time of their lives. Children’s Day is celebrated by different countries on different days of the year. It is a holiday that celebrates the happiness, healthy growth, and bright future of children.
China
Children’s Day is on June 1st. On this day, pupils go to school as usual, but often for only half of the day. The school day tends to involve various Children’s Day activities instead of regular classes. The celebration doesn’t end at school. After school, parents usually take their children out to play. They often celebrate by having a picnic in the park or by going to an amusement park, the cinema, or the zoo. Many tourist attractions, including the Forbidden City, have discounts on admission or are completely free for children on this day.
Japan
The Japanese people celebrate Children’s Day on the fifth day of the fifth month every year. Families fly colorful carp flags (鲤鱼旗) from their homes, as carps represent determination and vigor in Japanese folklore (民间传说). They display figurines of Samurai Warriors in their homes to symbolize strength and bravery. Children enjoy sticky rice cakes in Quercus dentata leaves and participate in events around the country like traditional Japanese plays.
India
Children’s Day is celebrated on November14 every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India. Nehru was very fond of children and so, to honor him and acknowledge his work for children, the 14th of every November is set as Children’s Day. On this occasion, children of India usually get gifts from their parents. Many schools allow students to attend their classes in colored dresses. Special programs are held by the children themselves. Many schools hold activities such as camping trips or free movies on Children’s Day to allow students to have fun.
New Zealand
In New Zealand, Children’s Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of March each year. Fun community events are held throughout the country and include games, carnival, food, traditional haka dancing, and more.
1. What do Chinese do on Children’s Day
A. Pupils go to school as usual
B. The celebration end at school.
C. Parents usually take children out to play
D. Many tourist attractions have no discounts
2. When is the Children’s Day in Japan
A. June 1st B. May 5th
C. November14 D. The first Sunday of March
3. Where can you probably find the passage
A. Tourist brochure B. Book review C. Science report D. News report
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
B
Nowadays, we can read almost all "truths" on social media sites. But are they really reliable Sites such as the micro-messaging service, the social networking site and the photo-sharing app Instagram might "misrepresent the real world", according to a study by computer scientists from McGill University and Carnegie Mellon University.
The scientists warn that gathering information about public views and trends from these sites is unwise. There are still large parts of the population who do not take part in social media activities. Also, there's a risk that many social media users are under-represented. Instagram, for example, appeals to younger adults in urban areas while Pinterest is used mainly by females aged 25 to 34. And only 5 percent of the micro-messaging service users are over 65 years old, according to the study. However, this is not the only issue, according to the scientific team. The design of a website can influence how people behave online, creating what the researchers call "Internet bias". For example, micro-blogging sites such as Weibo promote "popular" stories. It saves time for some but it also limits readers' choice of what they see. In the end, many people open those stories and make them more "popular". But it's not because they choose those stories. Rather, it is because the content is right in front of them.
Besides, it's possible that not everyone on your social networks is real. There might actually be a few fake accounts among them. Fake "bots" pretend to be humans and are often included when measuring or predicting human behaviors online.
The findings might be more important than you would think, since many social media studies are used to inform and justify decisions and investments among the public and in industry and government, according to Derek Ruths, an assistant professor of Computer Science at Mc Gill University.
If the team is right, you might have to think carefully next time you say, "It's true, you know; I read it on Weibo."
4. Why does the author mention the micro-messaging and Instagram
A. Because they are the best social media sites today.
B. Because they are not in favor of the current study.
C. Because the public are sharing truths on these sites.
D. Because information on these sites may not be reliable.
5. How is the passage developed
A. By giving examples. B. By making comparisons.
C. By dividing into groups. D. By analyzing causes.
6. Which word can best describe the author's attitude toward information on social media sites
A. Ambiguous. B. Favorable. C. Disagreeable. D. Cautious.
7. What's the author's main purpose in writing the passage
A. To analyze why information gathered from social media sites may not be trustworthy.
B. To remind readers of things they should watch out for when using social media.
C. To point out the advantages and disadvantages of social media.
D. To recommend popular social networking sites for readers.
【答案】4. D 5. D 6. D 7. B
C
Around seven out of every ten Americans who work in offices do their work in an open environment, defined as at desks without meaningful partitions (隔板), according to an International Facility Management Association survey. That is, if they even have a desk- workers may be assigned only a few feet of a communal (共用的) table. The open-plan office space trend, popularized by creative agencies and technology start-ups, went mainstream because of the belief that open-space environments support innovation. More nearness between employees, the thinking went, would create more interaction and teamwork, promote social interaction and urge productivity.
But in fact, purely open-plan offices have been shown to have the opposite effects, creating so much distraction (分心) that employees stayed away from each other. A study funded by Harvard Business Sehaol, the results of which were published last year, tracked what happened when a British company moved its employees from traditional office space, with offices with walls, to an open office. Face-to-face interaction became less — employees spent 72 percent less time interacting with their colleagues. Instead of talking more with each other, the employees put on headphones and began communicating by text and email. As digital communication channels surged, productivity declined.
Neuroscience also holds some clues as to why the tight quarters in communal work spaces- where workers are only given about half the space they were given a decade ago- are so hard to work in. “The human voice sets off the most powerful emotional response in our auditory (听觉的) experience. Voice above 55 decibels (分贝) — roughly the sound of a loud phone call- causes measurable stress, ” according to a Wall Street Journal article, “The Neuroscience-Optimized Office”. “Even more troublesome are overheard ‘halfversations’, in which the listener only knows about one side of a dialogue; our brains automatically imagine the other, ” wrote authors John Medina and Ryan Mullenix.
But the solution, say experts including Newport, isn’t to go back to putting everyone into offices with walls.
8. What can we learn about the open office trend according to paragraph 1
A. It allows 10 people at most to work together.
B. It is believed to stimulate workers’ creativity.
C. It is only popular with new technology companies.
D. It is aimed at promoting workers’ social interaction.
9. What does the underlined word “surged” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Suspended timely. B. Became useless.
C. Cost less. D. Increased quickly.
10. What makes an open office hard to work in
A. Hearing endless noisy phone calls.
B. Showing real emotions publicly.
C. Facing communication barriers at work.
D. Hearing part of a dialogue between colleagues.
11. What will probably be discussed in the following paragraph
A. What are benefits of the open offices with walls.
B. Why the open office makes workers distracted.
C. How to deal with the disadvantages of the open office.
D. How to draw workers’ attention to their colleagues nearby.
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. D 11. C
D
Record sea ice loss caused a mass die-off of emperor penguin chicks in part of Antarctica last year, strengthening predictions that the world’s largest penguin will soon be in danger of extinction.
Unlike other penguins, emperors breed (繁殖) on sea ice rather than land.Male emperor penguins hatch the eggs during the Antarctic winter. The furry grey chicks need stable sea ice until December to grow their black waterproof feathers and gain enough muscle to swim. If they go into the water before they develop feathers, chicks can drown or freeze to death.
In February, the area of sea ice around Antarctica reached the lowest extent ever observed. After much of the ice began breaking up late last year, four out of five habitats in the hard-bit central and eastern Bellingshausen Sea suffered a total breeding failure, with no chicks surviving to the feather growing period. In mid-November, the sea ice there broke up, forcing the penguins to abandon the habitat and most if not all of their chicks.
A research team from Oxford Brookes University monitored populations by spotting penguin faeces (排泄物) in satellite photos. Emperor penguins tend to stay close, walking in a tight group to stay warm in temperatures as low as -60°C.The buildup of the habitat’s faeces stains the ice so brown that it can be seen from space. Once a habitat has been identified, researchers can count the individual penguins in very high-resolution satellite images.
The observations add weight to modelling predictions that 90 percent of emperor penguin habitats could be extinct or past the point of no return by 2100 if current rates of warming continue. While habitats can lose chicks in heavy storms or when severe winds break up the sea ice, this is the first-time widespread breeding failure has been linked to disappearing ice.
“Failure is the norm but complete failure across a whole region, that’s not normal,” says Tim at Oxford Brookes University. “Will this impact the population It really depends on how often it happens.”
12. What was the result of the ice breaking last year
A. The area of the sea reached the lowest point ever.
B. Emperor penguins left the habitats with their chicks.
C. Emperor penguins had to search for food themselves.
D. Most emperor penguins chicks studied failed to survive.
13. How did the team identify a habitat in satellite images
A. By counting the penguins.
B. By making the images clearer.
C By spotting brown stained ice.
D. By collecting penguins’ faeces.
14. What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs
A. The area suffered breeding failure for the first time.
B. Severe storms caused the extensive breeding failure.
C. The total failure has made emperor penguins extinct.
D. The frequency of ice breaking needs to be controlled.
15. What is the passage mainly about
A. The main causes of global warming.
B. The exlinet emperor penguin habitats.
C. Emperor penguins’ severe breeding failure.
D. Health problems of emperor penguin chicks.
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. D 15. C
第二节（共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下列短文，从短文的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The Importance of Learning a Second Language
In today’s globalized world, learning a second language has become an essential skill. It offers numerous benefits that can enhance both personal and professional aspects of life.
___16___ Through the process of learning a new language, one can gain a deeper understanding of different cultures and traditions. This can lead to greater empathy and appreciation for diversity.
Additionally, bilingual (双语的) individuals often have better cognitive abilities. ___17___ Studies have shown that they are better at multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making compared to monolinguals (单语的). This is because the brain is constantly engaged in managing two languages, which strengthens its overall function.
___18___ In many professional fields, being proficient in more than one language can open up job opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable. Many companies prefer to hire candidates who can communicate with international clients or partners.
Moreover, learning a second language can significantly enhance travel experiences. ___19___ Communicating in the local language can lead to more meaningful interactions and a deeper connection with the place and its people.
Finally, the process of learning a new language itself can be incredibly (不可置信地) rewarding. ___20___ This sense of achievement can boost confidence and motivate individuals to tackle other challenges in life.
Overall, the advantages of learning a second language are clear. It not only broadens one’s horizons but also equips them with skills that are valuable in an increasingly interconnected world.
A. It allows travelers to guide new environments with ease and enjoy genuine cultural experiences.
B. The effort and devotion required to master a new language can get a strong sense of accomplishment.
C. Bilingualism can delay the onset of dementia (痴呆症) and other age-related cognitive declines.
D. One of the most significant advantages is the ability to connect with people from different backgrounds.
E. Fluency in multiple languages is often associated with higher salaries and better career prospects.
F. They tend to have improved memory, attention span, and analytical skills.
G. Another major benefit is the improvement in job prospects and career advancement.
【答案】16. D 17. F 18. G 19. A 20. B
第二部分 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)
阅读下列短文，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。
Ashoka, an association founded by Bill Drayton, has fought to end poverty (贫困) and sickness, promoted education and encouraged small businesses. To support these worthy ____21____, Ashoka provides money to solve urgent problems worldwide.
Drayton emphasizes the important thing is to simply give yourself ____22____. If you see a problem, you can help solve it. The young ____23____ are willing to ____24____ this concept because at heart every child wants to grow into a happy, healthy and ____25____ adult. In fact, it is many young people’s ____26____ to set up programmes or businesses that improve social conditions. An excellent example is an Ashoka project started in 1995 in Dhaka, which effectively handled the ____27____ problem the city encountered, and provided an income for local farmers there.
When Masqsood and Iftekhar from Ashoka began to study the problem of all the uncollected rubbish that lay in Dhaka’s streets, ____28____ rats and disease, they discovered that 80% of it was natural waste. So they educated the poor there to ____29____ methods to compost (堆肥) this waste. They knew that they would have a _____30_____ for the end product because local farmers were struggling with _____31_____ chemical fertilisers (化肥). At first, they were _____32_____, but once they were able to _____33_____ them that there was money to be made, the project _____34_____. In 2009 sales were $14,000.
Drayton is _____35_____ that in ten years Ashoka will be making really serious, practical progress in bringing about social change by changing the way we look at economic development.
21. A. plans B. causes C. attempts D. events
22. A. right B. confidence C. permission D. praise
23. A. in particular B. in fact C. on purpose D. in turn
24. A. avoid B. decline C. accept D. appreciate
25. A. professional B. generous C. contributing D. innocent
26. A. ambition B. definition C. advice D. purpose
27. A. water B. resource C. rubbish D. traffic
28. A. attacking B. charging C. counting D. inviting
29. A. employ B. create C. leave D. send
30. A. hope B. market C. desire D. way
31. A. expensive B. effective C. affordable D. profitable
32. A. refused B. recognised C. confused D. surprised
33. A. permit B. order C. advise D. persuade
34. A. set off B. took off C. picked up D. put up
35. A. uncertain B. doubtful C. pessimistic D. optimistic
【答案】21. B 22. B 23. A 24. C 25. C 26. A 27. C 28. D 29. A 30. B 31. A 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. D
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。
Acupuncture (针灸) is ___36___ ancient Chinese medicine-based approach to ___37___(treat) a variety of diseases by triggering specific points on the skin with needles. Since Qin dynasty, the Chinese ___38___ (alleviate) pain and treated illnesses through acupuncture. This practice originates from the discovery ___39___ pricking specific points on the body with stone needles could ease pain and symptoms, which is in line ___40___ the philosophy that facilitates the ___41___ (harmony) coexistence of humans with nature.
According to Records of the Grand Historian, authored by Sima Qian about 2,100 years ago, Bian Que, a highly skilled doctor during the Warring States Period (475-221 BC), was famous for having saved a prince from death by using needles ___42___ (stimulate) the Baihui acupoint (穴位) on the head of the unconscious man. Bian Que’ cure was so effective that the prince and the whole royal family became his ___43___ (regular).
Ancient Chinese believed that the human body was filled with a(n) ___44___ (visible) life-giving force which they called ‘qi’ and when the qi was flowing well and going to all the right places inside a person’s body, then he would experience good mental and physical health. Today, many people volunteer to become a ___45___ (license) practitioner (从业人员) for acupuncture, an effective therapy to help address a variety of health concerns.
【答案】36. an 37. treating
38. have alleviated
39. that 40. with
41. harmonious
42. to stimulate
43. regulars
44. invisible
45. licensed
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你与爱尔兰交换生Philip原定本周日上午一起修改英文演讲稿，因故不能赴约。请给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 表达歉意；
2. 说明原因；
3. 另约时间。
注意：写作词数应为80左右。
Dear Philip,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】One possible version:
Dear Philip,
I’m really sorry for not being able to meet up with you this Sunday morning as planned to work on the English speech draft.
Recently, I was given an unexpected opportunity to interview runners as a reporter for the upcoming 2023 Hangzhou Marathon. It’s a great honor for me, and I believe it will be a valuable experience for my future career. However, the interview is scheduled for the same time as our meeting, and I cannot reschedule it. I would appreciate it if you allow me to rearrange our meeting to next Sunday morning. If you are available that time, please let me know.
I apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding. Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
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。
My father was the kind of person who could never pass by someone who needed help. He was a firm believer in the mantra (箴言)： What goes around comes around. He believed that someday he might need help, and someone would return the favor. But I didn’t quite buy it.
One weekend, my father and I took a trip to Flaming Gorge Reservoir (水库). We loved to fish at Flaming Gorge. We owned a cabin boat that was about fifteen feet in length. We put our boat in at Sheep Creek Marina (游艇停泊港). Our goal was to go as far north as possible, spend the weekend in our boat, and fish until we had our limit.
Heading toward the Wyoming side of the reservoir, we traveled some distance before we began to fish. Frankly, the fishing wasn’t very good, but we loved being out on the boat together in such a beautiful place.
Suddenly, we saw a man on the far shore waving at us. Immediately, my father fired up the motor and went toward the other side of the reservoir, where the man was still waving at us. When we arrived, I was amazed to see a beautiful big yacht (游艇) pulled onto the shore.
The man introduced himself as Mat and then thanked us warmly for coming to his assistance. His battery was dead, and he wondered if we could help him. We did, and soon his big motor roared back to life. Mat and his family were very grateful. We lost an hour of fishing. Being an impatient teenager, I was a bit annoyed at the one-hour loss, but we were soon back out on the reservoir.
The next day the fishing didn’t improve. As a matter of fact, it was terrible, so we decided to call it quits and go back to the marina. We were about two miles from the marina when we found ourselves fighting a strong headwind that slowed our progress. The waves were kicking up, and suddenly our engine decided to quit.
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。
We tried to get it running, but it simply wouldn’t start.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
On our way home, I saw an old lady waving at our car by the roadside.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】We tried to get it running, but it simply wouldn’t start. With each unsuccessful attempt, our frustration mounted. The once-reliable engine now lay silent, leaving us adrift helplessly on the vast reservoir. Suddenly, out of nowhere, Mat pulled up alongside us and asked if he could be of assistance. His friendly smile reassured us almost immediately, easing our worry. I was amazed that of all the people on the reservoir, Mat would be the person to show up to give us aid. Gratefully accepting his kind offer, we secured our boat to his. Chatting and laughing all the way, we returned to the marina safe and sound and were ready for home.
On our way home, I saw an old lady waving at our car by the roadside. Obviously, she was in need of help. Without thinking twice, I asked my father to pull over beside her, which my father did immediately. As we approached the lady, her face lit up with a glimmer of hope. She explained that her car had broken down, leaving her trapped on the way. We assured her that we would help. As the engine roared back to life, the old lady’s gratitude overflowed. As we waved the grateful lady goodbye, my heart swelled with a newfound understanding of my father’s mantra. What goes around really comes around. I finally had a chance to witness my father’s mantra in action and follow in his footsteps.
英语试题
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号在答题卡上填写清楚。
2.每道选择题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。在试题卷上作答无效。
3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4.考试结束后，请将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题：每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
For many people, childhood is the best time of their lives. Children’s Day is celebrated by different countries on different days of the year. It is a holiday that celebrates the happiness, healthy growth, and bright future of children.
China
Children’s Day is on June 1st. On this day, pupils go to school as usual, but often for only half of the day. The school day tends to involve various Children’s Day activities instead of regular classes. The celebration doesn’t end at school. After school, parents usually take their children out to play. They often celebrate by having a picnic in the park or by going to an amusement park, the cinema, or the zoo. Many tourist attractions, including the Forbidden City, have discounts on admission or are completely free for children on this day.
Japan
The Japanese people celebrate Children’s Day on the fifth day of the fifth month every year. Families fly colorful carp flags (鲤鱼旗) from their homes, as carps represent determination and vigor in Japanese folklore (民间传说). They display figurines of Samurai Warriors in their homes to symbolize strength and bravery. Children enjoy sticky rice cakes in Quercus dentata leaves and participate in events around the country like traditional Japanese plays.
India
Children’s Day is celebrated on November14 every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India. Nehru was very fond of children and so, to honor him and acknowledge his work for children, the 14th of every November is set as Children’s Day. On this occasion, children of India usually get gifts from their parents. Many schools allow students to attend their classes in colored dresses. Special programs are held by the children themselves. Many schools hold activities such as camping trips or free movies on Children’s Day to allow students to have fun.
New Zealand
In New Zealand, Children’s Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of March each year. Fun community events are held throughout the country and include games, carnival, food, traditional haka dancing, and more.
1. What do Chinese do on Children’s Day
A. Pupils go to school as usual
B. The celebration end at school.
C. Parents usually take children out to play
D. Many tourist attractions have no discounts
2. When is the Children’s Day in Japan
A. June 1st B. May 5th
C. November14 D. The first Sunday of March
3. Where can you probably find the passage
A. Tourist brochure B. Book review C. Science report D. News report
B
Nowadays, we can read almost all "truths" on social media sites. But are they really reliable Sites such as the micro-messaging service, the social networking site and the photo-sharing app Instagram might "misrepresent the real world", according to a study by computer scientists from McGill University and Carnegie Mellon University.
The scientists warn that gathering information about public views and trends from these sites is unwise. There are still large parts of the population who do not take part in social media activities. Also, there's a risk that many social media users are under-represented. Instagram, for example, appeals to younger adults in urban areas while Pinterest is used mainly by females aged 25 to 34. And only 5 percent of the micro-messaging service users are over 65 years old, according to the study. However, this is not the only issue, according to the scientific team. The design of a website can influence how people behave online, creating what the researchers call "Internet bias". For example, micro-blogging sites such as Weibo promote "popular" stories. It saves time for some but it also limits readers' choice of what they see. In the end, many people open those stories and make them more "popular". But it's not because they choose those stories. Rather, it is because the content is right in front of them.
Besides, it's possible that not everyone on your social networks is real. There might actually be a few fake accounts among them. Fake "bots" pretend to be humans and are often included when measuring or predicting human behaviors online.
The findings might be more important than you would think, since many social media studies are used to inform and justify decisions and investments among the public and in industry and government, according to Derek Ruths, an assistant professor of Computer Science at Mc Gill University.
If the team is right, you might have to think carefully next time you say, "It's true, you know; I read it on Weibo."
4. Why does the author mention the micro-messaging and Instagram
A. Because they are the best social media sites today.
B. Because they are not in favor of the current study.
C. Because the public are sharing truths on these sites.
D. Because information on these sites may not be reliable.
5. How is the passage developed
A. By giving examples. B. By making comparisons.
C. By dividing into groups. D. By analyzing causes.
6. Which word can best describe the author's attitude toward information on social media sites
A. Ambiguous. B. Favorable. C. Disagreeable. D. Cautious.
7. What's the author's main purpose in writing the passage
A. To analyze why information gathered from social media sites may not be trustworthy.
B. To remind readers of things they should watch out for when using social media.
C. To point out the advantages and disadvantages of social media.
D To recommend popular social networking sites for readers.
C
Around seven out of every ten Americans who work in offices do their work in an open environment, defined as at desks without meaningful partitions (隔板), according to an International Facility Management Association survey. That is, if they even have a desk- workers may be assigned only a few feet of a communal (共用的) table. The open-plan office space trend, popularized by creative agencies and technology start-ups, went mainstream because of the belief that open-space environments support innovation. More nearness between employees, the thinking went, would create more interaction and teamwork, promote social interaction and urge productivity.
But in fact, purely open-plan offices have been shown to have the opposite effects, creating so much distraction (分心) that employees stayed away from each other. A study funded by Harvard Business Sehaol, the results of which were published last year, tracked what happened when a British company moved its employees from traditional office space, with offices with walls, to an open office. Face-to-face interaction became less — employees spent 72 percent less time interacting with their colleagues. Instead of talking more with each other, the employees put on headphones and began communicating by text and email. As digital communication channels surged, productivity declined.
Neuroscience also holds some clues as to why the tight quarters in communal work spaces- where workers are only given about half the space they were given a decade ago- are so hard to work in. “The human voice sets off the most powerful emotional response in our auditory (听觉的) experience. Voice above 55 decibels (分贝) — roughly the sound of a loud phone call- causes measurable stress, ” according to a Wall Street Journal article, “The Neuroscience-Optimized Office”. “Even more troublesome are overheard ‘halfversations’, in which the listener only knows about one side of a dialogue; our brains automatically imagine the other, ” wrote authors John Medina and Ryan Mullenix.
But the solution, say experts including Newport, isn’t to go back to putting everyone into offices with walls.
8. What can we learn about the open office trend according to paragraph 1
A. It allows 10 people at most to work together.
B. It is believed to stimulate workers’ creativity.
C. It is only popular with new technology companies.
D. It is aimed at promoting workers’ social interaction.
9. What does the underlined word “surged” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Suspended timely. B. Became useless.
C. Cost less. D. Increased quickly.
10 What makes an open office hard to work in
A. Hearing endless noisy phone calls.
B. Showing real emotions publicly.
C. Facing communication barriers at work.
D. Hearing part of a dialogue between colleagues.
11 What will probably be discussed in the following paragraph
A. What are benefits of the open offices with walls.
B. Why the open office makes workers distracted.
C. How to deal with the disadvantages of the open office.
D. How to draw workers’ attention to their colleagues nearby.
D
Record sea ice loss caused a mass die-off of emperor penguin chicks in part of Antarctica last year, strengthening predictions that the world’s largest penguin will soon be in danger of extinction.
Unlike other penguins, emperors breed (繁殖) on sea ice rather than land.Male emperor penguins hatch the eggs during the Antarctic winter. The furry grey chicks need stable sea ice until December to grow their black waterproof feathers and gain enough muscle to swim. If they go into the water before they develop feathers, chicks can drown or freeze to death.
In February, the area of sea ice around Antarctica reached the lowest extent ever observed. After much of the ice began breaking up late last year, four out of five habitats in the hard-bit central and eastern Bellingshausen Sea suffered a total breeding failure, with no chicks surviving to the feather growing period. In mid-November, the sea ice there broke up, forcing the penguins to abandon the habitat and most if not all of their chicks.
A research team from Oxford Brookes University monitored populations by spotting penguin faeces (排泄物) in satellite photos. Emperor penguins tend to stay close, walking in a tight group to stay warm in temperatures as low as -60°C.The buildup of the habitat’s faeces stains the ice so brown that it can be seen from space. Once a habitat has been identified, researchers can count the individual penguins in very high-resolution satellite images.
The observations add weight to modelling predictions that 90 percent of emperor penguin habitats could be extinct or past the point of no return by 2100 if current rates of warming continue. While habitats can lose chicks in heavy storms or when severe winds break up the sea ice, this is the first-time widespread breeding failure has been linked to disappearing ice.
“Failure is the norm, but complete failure across a whole region, that’s not normal,” says Tim at Oxford Brookes University. “Will this impact the population It really depends on how often it happens.”
12. What was the result of the ice breaking last year
A The area of the sea reached the lowest point ever.
B. Emperor penguins left the habitats with their chicks.
C. Emperor penguins had to search for food themselves.
D. Most emperor penguins chicks studied failed to survive.
13. How did the team identify a habitat in satellite images
A. By counting the penguins.
B. By making the images clearer.
C. By spotting brown stained ice.
D. By collecting penguins’ faeces.
14. What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs
A. The area suffered breeding failure for the first time.
B. Severe storms caused the extensive breeding failure.
C. The total failure has made emperor penguins extinct.
D. The frequency of ice breaking needs to be controlled.
15. What is the passage mainly about
A. The main causes of global warming.
B. The exlinet emperor penguin habitats.
C. Emperor penguins’ severe breeding failure.
D. Health problems of emperor penguin chicks.
第二节（共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下列短文，从短文的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The Importance of Learning a Second Language
In today’s globalized world, learning a second language has become an essential skill. It offers numerous benefits that can enhance both personal and professional aspects of life.
___16___ Through the process of learning a new language, one can gain a deeper understanding of different cultures and traditions. This can lead to greater empathy and appreciation for diversity.
Additionally, bilingual (双语的) individuals often have better cognitive abilities. ___17___ Studies have shown that they are better at multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making compared to monolinguals (单语的). This is because the brain is constantly engaged in managing two languages, which strengthens its overall function.
___18___ In many professional fields, being proficient in more than one language can open up job opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable. Many companies prefer to hire candidates who can communicate with international clients or partners.
Moreover, learning a second language can significantly enhance travel experiences. ___19___ Communicating in the local language can lead to more meaningful interactions and a deeper connection with the place and its people.
Finally, the process of learning a new language itself can be incredibly (不可置信地) rewarding. ___20___ This sense of achievement can boost confidence and motivate individuals to tackle other challenges in life.
Overall, the advantages of learning a second language are clear. It not only broadens one’s horizons but also equips them with skills that are valuable in an increasingly interconnected world.
A. It allows travelers to guide new environments with ease and enjoy genuine cultural experiences.
B. The effort and devotion required to master a new language can get a strong sense of accomplishment.
C. Bilingualism can delay the onset of dementia (痴呆症) and other age-related cognitive declines.
D. One of the most significant advantages is the ability to connect with people from different backgrounds.
E. Fluency in multiple languages is often associated with higher salaries and better career prospects.
F. They tend to have improved memory, attention span, and analytical skills.
G. Another major benefit is the improvement in job prospects and career advancement.
第二部分 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)
阅读下列短文，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。
Ashoka, an association founded by Bill Drayton, has fought to end poverty (贫困) and sickness, promoted education and encouraged small businesses. To support these worthy ____21____, Ashoka provides money to solve urgent problems worldwide.
Drayton emphasizes the important thing is to simply give yourself ____22____. If you see a problem, you can help solve it. The young ____23____ are willing to ____24____ this concept because at heart every child wants to grow into a happy, healthy and ____25____ adult. In fact, it is many young people’s ____26____ to set up programmes or businesses that improve social conditions. An excellent example is an Ashoka project started in 1995 in Dhaka, which effectively handled the ____27____ problem the city encountered, and provided an income for local farmers there.
When Masqsood and Iftekhar from Ashoka began to study the problem of all the uncollected rubbish that lay in Dhaka’s streets, ____28____ rats and disease, they discovered that 80% of it was natural waste. So they educated the poor there to ____29____ methods to compost (堆肥) this waste. They knew that they would have a _____30_____ for the end product because local farmers were struggling with _____31_____ chemical fertilisers (化肥). At first, they were _____32_____, but once they were able to _____33_____ them that there was money to be made, the project _____34_____. In 2009 sales were $14,000.
Drayton is _____35_____ that in ten years Ashoka will be making really serious, practical progress in bringing about social change by changing the way we look at economic development.
21. A. plans B. causes C. attempts D. events
22. A. right B. confidence C. permission D. praise
23. A. in particular B. in fact C. on purpose D. in turn
24 A. avoid B. decline C. accept D. appreciate
25. A. professional B. generous C. contributing D. innocent
26. A. ambition B. definition C. advice D. purpose
27. A. water B. resource C. rubbish D. traffic
28. A. attacking B. charging C. counting D. inviting
29. A. employ B. create C. leave D. send
30. A. hope B. market C. desire D. way
31. A. expensive B. effective C. affordable D. profitable
32. A. refused B. recognised C. confused D. surprised
33. A. permit B. order C. advise D. persuade
34. A. set off B. took off C. picked up D. put up
35. A. uncertain B. doubtful C. pessimistic D. optimistic
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。
Acupuncture (针灸) is ___36___ ancient Chinese medicine-based approach to ___37___(treat) a variety of diseases by triggering specific points on the skin with needles. Since Qin dynasty, the Chinese ___38___ (alleviate) pain and treated illnesses through acupuncture. This practice originates from the discovery ___39___ pricking specific points on the body with stone needles could ease pain and symptoms, which is in line ___40___ the philosophy that facilitates the ___41___ (harmony) coexistence of humans with nature.
According to Records of the Grand Historian, authored by Sima Qian about 2,100 years ago, Bian Que, a highly skilled doctor during the Warring States Period (475-221 BC), was famous for having saved a prince from death by using needles ___42___ (stimulate) the Baihui acupoint (穴位) on the head of the unconscious man. Bian Que’ cure was so effective that the prince and the whole royal family became his ___43___ (regular).
Ancient Chinese believed that the human body was filled with a(n) ___44___ (visible) life-giving force which they called ‘qi’ and when the qi was flowing well and going to all the right places inside a person’s body, then he would experience good mental and physical health. Today, many people volunteer to become a ___45___ (license) practitioner (从业人员) for acupuncture, an effective therapy to help address a variety of health concerns.
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你与爱尔兰交换生Philip原定本周日上午一起修改英文演讲稿，因故不能赴约。请给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 表达歉意；
2. 说明原因；
3. 另约时间。
注意：写作词数应为80左右。
Dear Philip,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
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。
My father was the kind of person who could never pass by someone who needed help. He was a firm believer in the mantra (箴言)： What goes around comes around. He believed that someday he might need help, and someone would return the favor. But I didn’t quite buy it.
One weekend, my father and I took a trip to Flaming Gorge Reservoir (水库). We loved to fish at Flaming Gorge. We owned a cabin boat that was about fifteen feet in length. We put our boat in at Sheep Creek Marina (游艇停泊港). Our goal was to go as far north as possible, spend the weekend in our boat, and fish until we had our limit.
Heading toward the Wyoming side of the reservoir, we traveled some distance before we began to fish. Frankly, the fishing wasn’t very good, but we loved being out on the boat together in such a beautiful place.
Suddenly, we saw a man on the far shore waving at us. Immediately, my father fired up the motor and went toward the other side of the reservoir, where the man was still waving at us. When we arrived, I was amazed to see a beautiful big yacht (游艇) pulled onto the shore.
The man introduced himself as Mat and then thanked us warmly for coming to his assistance. His battery was dead, and he wondered if we could help him. We did, and soon his big motor roared back to life. Mat and his family were very grateful. We lost an hour of fishing. Being an impatient teenager, I was a bit annoyed at the one-hour loss, but we were soon back out on the reservoir.
The next day the fishing didn’t improve. As a matter of fact, it was terrible, so we decided to call it quits and go back to the marina. We were about two miles from the marina when we found ourselves fighting a strong headwind that slowed our progress. The waves were kicking up, and suddenly our engine decided to quit.
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。
We tried to get it running, but it simply wouldn’t start.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
On our way home, I saw an old lady waving at our car by the roadside.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2024-2025学年河南省郑州市宇华实验学校高二上学期9月月考
英语试题
注意事项：
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第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题：每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
For many people, childhood is the best time of their lives. Children’s Day is celebrated by different countries on different days of the year. It is a holiday that celebrates the happiness, healthy growth, and bright future of children.
China
Children’s Day is on June 1st. On this day, pupils go to school as usual, but often for only half of the day. The school day tends to involve various Children’s Day activities instead of regular classes. The celebration doesn’t end at school. After school, parents usually take their children out to play. They often celebrate by having a picnic in the park or by going to an amusement park, the cinema, or the zoo. Many tourist attractions, including the Forbidden City, have discounts on admission or are completely free for children on this day.
Japan
The Japanese people celebrate Children’s Day on the fifth day of the fifth month every year. Families fly colorful carp flags (鲤鱼旗) from their homes, as carps represent determination and vigor in Japanese folklore (民间传说). They display figurines of Samurai Warriors in their homes to symbolize strength and bravery. Children enjoy sticky rice cakes in Quercus dentata leaves and participate in events around the country like traditional Japanese plays.
India
Children’s Day is celebrated on November14 every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India. Nehru was very fond of children and so, to honor him and acknowledge his work for children, the 14th of every November is set as Children’s Day. On this occasion, children of India usually get gifts from their parents. Many schools allow students to attend their classes in colored dresses. Special programs are held by the children themselves. Many schools hold activities such as camping trips or free movies on Children’s Day to allow students to have fun.
New Zealand
In New Zealand, Children’s Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of March each year. Fun community events are held throughout the country and include games, carnival, food, traditional haka dancing, and more.
1. What do Chinese do on Children’s Day
A. Pupils go to school as usual
B. The celebration end at school.
C. Parents usually take children out to play
D. Many tourist attractions have no discounts
2. When is the Children’s Day in Japan
A. June 1st B. May 5th
C. November14 D. The first Sunday of March
3. Where can you probably find the passage
A. Tourist brochure B. Book review C. Science report D. News report
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
B
Nowadays, we can read almost all "truths" on social media sites. But are they really reliable Sites such as the micro-messaging service, the social networking site and the photo-sharing app Instagram might "misrepresent the real world", according to a study by computer scientists from McGill University and Carnegie Mellon University.
The scientists warn that gathering information about public views and trends from these sites is unwise. There are still large parts of the population who do not take part in social media activities. Also, there's a risk that many social media users are under-represented. Instagram, for example, appeals to younger adults in urban areas while Pinterest is used mainly by females aged 25 to 34. And only 5 percent of the micro-messaging service users are over 65 years old, according to the study. However, this is not the only issue, according to the scientific team. The design of a website can influence how people behave online, creating what the researchers call "Internet bias". For example, micro-blogging sites such as Weibo promote "popular" stories. It saves time for some but it also limits readers' choice of what they see. In the end, many people open those stories and make them more "popular". But it's not because they choose those stories. Rather, it is because the content is right in front of them.
Besides, it's possible that not everyone on your social networks is real. There might actually be a few fake accounts among them. Fake "bots" pretend to be humans and are often included when measuring or predicting human behaviors online.
The findings might be more important than you would think, since many social media studies are used to inform and justify decisions and investments among the public and in industry and government, according to Derek Ruths, an assistant professor of Computer Science at Mc Gill University.
If the team is right, you might have to think carefully next time you say, "It's true, you know; I read it on Weibo."
4. Why does the author mention the micro-messaging and Instagram
A. Because they are the best social media sites today.
B. Because they are not in favor of the current study.
C. Because the public are sharing truths on these sites.
D. Because information on these sites may not be reliable.
5. How is the passage developed
A. By giving examples. B. By making comparisons.
C. By dividing into groups. D. By analyzing causes.
6. Which word can best describe the author's attitude toward information on social media sites
A. Ambiguous. B. Favorable. C. Disagreeable. D. Cautious.
7. What's the author's main purpose in writing the passage
A. To analyze why information gathered from social media sites may not be trustworthy.
B. To remind readers of things they should watch out for when using social media.
C. To point out the advantages and disadvantages of social media.
D. To recommend popular social networking sites for readers.
【答案】4. D 5. D 6. D 7. B
C
Around seven out of every ten Americans who work in offices do their work in an open environment, defined as at desks without meaningful partitions (隔板), according to an International Facility Management Association survey. That is, if they even have a desk- workers may be assigned only a few feet of a communal (共用的) table. The open-plan office space trend, popularized by creative agencies and technology start-ups, went mainstream because of the belief that open-space environments support innovation. More nearness between employees, the thinking went, would create more interaction and teamwork, promote social interaction and urge productivity.
But in fact, purely open-plan offices have been shown to have the opposite effects, creating so much distraction (分心) that employees stayed away from each other. A study funded by Harvard Business Sehaol, the results of which were published last year, tracked what happened when a British company moved its employees from traditional office space, with offices with walls, to an open office. Face-to-face interaction became less — employees spent 72 percent less time interacting with their colleagues. Instead of talking more with each other, the employees put on headphones and began communicating by text and email. As digital communication channels surged, productivity declined.
Neuroscience also holds some clues as to why the tight quarters in communal work spaces- where workers are only given about half the space they were given a decade ago- are so hard to work in. “The human voice sets off the most powerful emotional response in our auditory (听觉的) experience. Voice above 55 decibels (分贝) — roughly the sound of a loud phone call- causes measurable stress, ” according to a Wall Street Journal article, “The Neuroscience-Optimized Office”. “Even more troublesome are overheard ‘halfversations’, in which the listener only knows about one side of a dialogue; our brains automatically imagine the other, ” wrote authors John Medina and Ryan Mullenix.
But the solution, say experts including Newport, isn’t to go back to putting everyone into offices with walls.
8. What can we learn about the open office trend according to paragraph 1
A. It allows 10 people at most to work together.
B. It is believed to stimulate workers’ creativity.
C. It is only popular with new technology companies.
D. It is aimed at promoting workers’ social interaction.
9. What does the underlined word “surged” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Suspended timely. B. Became useless.
C. Cost less. D. Increased quickly.
10. What makes an open office hard to work in
A. Hearing endless noisy phone calls.
B. Showing real emotions publicly.
C. Facing communication barriers at work.
D. Hearing part of a dialogue between colleagues.
11. What will probably be discussed in the following paragraph
A. What are benefits of the open offices with walls.
B. Why the open office makes workers distracted.
C. How to deal with the disadvantages of the open office.
D. How to draw workers’ attention to their colleagues nearby.
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. D 11. C
D
Record sea ice loss caused a mass die-off of emperor penguin chicks in part of Antarctica last year, strengthening predictions that the world’s largest penguin will soon be in danger of extinction.
Unlike other penguins, emperors breed (繁殖) on sea ice rather than land.Male emperor penguins hatch the eggs during the Antarctic winter. The furry grey chicks need stable sea ice until December to grow their black waterproof feathers and gain enough muscle to swim. If they go into the water before they develop feathers, chicks can drown or freeze to death.
In February, the area of sea ice around Antarctica reached the lowest extent ever observed. After much of the ice began breaking up late last year, four out of five habitats in the hard-bit central and eastern Bellingshausen Sea suffered a total breeding failure, with no chicks surviving to the feather growing period. In mid-November, the sea ice there broke up, forcing the penguins to abandon the habitat and most if not all of their chicks.
A research team from Oxford Brookes University monitored populations by spotting penguin faeces (排泄物) in satellite photos. Emperor penguins tend to stay close, walking in a tight group to stay warm in temperatures as low as -60°C.The buildup of the habitat’s faeces stains the ice so brown that it can be seen from space. Once a habitat has been identified, researchers can count the individual penguins in very high-resolution satellite images.
The observations add weight to modelling predictions that 90 percent of emperor penguin habitats could be extinct or past the point of no return by 2100 if current rates of warming continue. While habitats can lose chicks in heavy storms or when severe winds break up the sea ice, this is the first-time widespread breeding failure has been linked to disappearing ice.
“Failure is the norm but complete failure across a whole region, that’s not normal,” says Tim at Oxford Brookes University. “Will this impact the population It really depends on how often it happens.”
12. What was the result of the ice breaking last year
A. The area of the sea reached the lowest point ever.
B. Emperor penguins left the habitats with their chicks.
C. Emperor penguins had to search for food themselves.
D. Most emperor penguins chicks studied failed to survive.
13. How did the team identify a habitat in satellite images
A. By counting the penguins.
B. By making the images clearer.
C By spotting brown stained ice.
D. By collecting penguins’ faeces.
14. What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs
A. The area suffered breeding failure for the first time.
B. Severe storms caused the extensive breeding failure.
C. The total failure has made emperor penguins extinct.
D. The frequency of ice breaking needs to be controlled.
15. What is the passage mainly about
A. The main causes of global warming.
B. The exlinet emperor penguin habitats.
C. Emperor penguins’ severe breeding failure.
D. Health problems of emperor penguin chicks.
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. D 15. C
第二节（共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下列短文，从短文的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The Importance of Learning a Second Language
In today’s globalized world, learning a second language has become an essential skill. It offers numerous benefits that can enhance both personal and professional aspects of life.
___16___ Through the process of learning a new language, one can gain a deeper understanding of different cultures and traditions. This can lead to greater empathy and appreciation for diversity.
Additionally, bilingual (双语的) individuals often have better cognitive abilities. ___17___ Studies have shown that they are better at multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making compared to monolinguals (单语的). This is because the brain is constantly engaged in managing two languages, which strengthens its overall function.
___18___ In many professional fields, being proficient in more than one language can open up job opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable. Many companies prefer to hire candidates who can communicate with international clients or partners.
Moreover, learning a second language can significantly enhance travel experiences. ___19___ Communicating in the local language can lead to more meaningful interactions and a deeper connection with the place and its people.
Finally, the process of learning a new language itself can be incredibly (不可置信地) rewarding. ___20___ This sense of achievement can boost confidence and motivate individuals to tackle other challenges in life.
Overall, the advantages of learning a second language are clear. It not only broadens one’s horizons but also equips them with skills that are valuable in an increasingly interconnected world.
A. It allows travelers to guide new environments with ease and enjoy genuine cultural experiences.
B. The effort and devotion required to master a new language can get a strong sense of accomplishment.
C. Bilingualism can delay the onset of dementia (痴呆症) and other age-related cognitive declines.
D. One of the most significant advantages is the ability to connect with people from different backgrounds.
E. Fluency in multiple languages is often associated with higher salaries and better career prospects.
F. They tend to have improved memory, attention span, and analytical skills.
G. Another major benefit is the improvement in job prospects and career advancement.
【答案】16. D 17. F 18. G 19. A 20. B
第二部分 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)
阅读下列短文，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。
Ashoka, an association founded by Bill Drayton, has fought to end poverty (贫困) and sickness, promoted education and encouraged small businesses. To support these worthy ____21____, Ashoka provides money to solve urgent problems worldwide.
Drayton emphasizes the important thing is to simply give yourself ____22____. If you see a problem, you can help solve it. The young ____23____ are willing to ____24____ this concept because at heart every child wants to grow into a happy, healthy and ____25____ adult. In fact, it is many young people’s ____26____ to set up programmes or businesses that improve social conditions. An excellent example is an Ashoka project started in 1995 in Dhaka, which effectively handled the ____27____ problem the city encountered, and provided an income for local farmers there.
When Masqsood and Iftekhar from Ashoka began to study the problem of all the uncollected rubbish that lay in Dhaka’s streets, ____28____ rats and disease, they discovered that 80% of it was natural waste. So they educated the poor there to ____29____ methods to compost (堆肥) this waste. They knew that they would have a _____30_____ for the end product because local farmers were struggling with _____31_____ chemical fertilisers (化肥). At first, they were _____32_____, but once they were able to _____33_____ them that there was money to be made, the project _____34_____. In 2009 sales were $14,000.
Drayton is _____35_____ that in ten years Ashoka will be making really serious, practical progress in bringing about social change by changing the way we look at economic development.
21. A. plans B. causes C. attempts D. events
22. A. right B. confidence C. permission D. praise
23. A. in particular B. in fact C. on purpose D. in turn
24. A. avoid B. decline C. accept D. appreciate
25. A. professional B. generous C. contributing D. innocent
26. A. ambition B. definition C. advice D. purpose
27. A. water B. resource C. rubbish D. traffic
28. A. attacking B. charging C. counting D. inviting
29. A. employ B. create C. leave D. send
30. A. hope B. market C. desire D. way
31. A. expensive B. effective C. affordable D. profitable
32. A. refused B. recognised C. confused D. surprised
33. A. permit B. order C. advise D. persuade
34. A. set off B. took off C. picked up D. put up
35. A. uncertain B. doubtful C. pessimistic D. optimistic
【答案】21. B 22. B 23. A 24. C 25. C 26. A 27. C 28. D 29. A 30. B 31. A 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. D
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。
Acupuncture (针灸) is ___36___ ancient Chinese medicine-based approach to ___37___(treat) a variety of diseases by triggering specific points on the skin with needles. Since Qin dynasty, the Chinese ___38___ (alleviate) pain and treated illnesses through acupuncture. This practice originates from the discovery ___39___ pricking specific points on the body with stone needles could ease pain and symptoms, which is in line ___40___ the philosophy that facilitates the ___41___ (harmony) coexistence of humans with nature.
According to Records of the Grand Historian, authored by Sima Qian about 2,100 years ago, Bian Que, a highly skilled doctor during the Warring States Period (475-221 BC), was famous for having saved a prince from death by using needles ___42___ (stimulate) the Baihui acupoint (穴位) on the head of the unconscious man. Bian Que’ cure was so effective that the prince and the whole royal family became his ___43___ (regular).
Ancient Chinese believed that the human body was filled with a(n) ___44___ (visible) life-giving force which they called ‘qi’ and when the qi was flowing well and going to all the right places inside a person’s body, then he would experience good mental and physical health. Today, many people volunteer to become a ___45___ (license) practitioner (从业人员) for acupuncture, an effective therapy to help address a variety of health concerns.
【答案】36. an 37. treating
38. have alleviated
39. that 40. with
41. harmonious
42. to stimulate
43. regulars
44. invisible
45. licensed
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你与爱尔兰交换生Philip原定本周日上午一起修改英文演讲稿，因故不能赴约。请给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 表达歉意；
2. 说明原因；
3. 另约时间。
注意：写作词数应为80左右。
Dear Philip,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】One possible version:
Dear Philip,
I’m really sorry for not being able to meet up with you this Sunday morning as planned to work on the English speech draft.
Recently, I was given an unexpected opportunity to interview runners as a reporter for the upcoming 2023 Hangzhou Marathon. It’s a great honor for me, and I believe it will be a valuable experience for my future career. However, the interview is scheduled for the same time as our meeting, and I cannot reschedule it. I would appreciate it if you allow me to rearrange our meeting to next Sunday morning. If you are available that time, please let me know.
I apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding. Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
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。
My father was the kind of person who could never pass by someone who needed help. He was a firm believer in the mantra (箴言)： What goes around comes around. He believed that someday he might need help, and someone would return the favor. But I didn’t quite buy it.
One weekend, my father and I took a trip to Flaming Gorge Reservoir (水库). We loved to fish at Flaming Gorge. We owned a cabin boat that was about fifteen feet in length. We put our boat in at Sheep Creek Marina (游艇停泊港). Our goal was to go as far north as possible, spend the weekend in our boat, and fish until we had our limit.
Heading toward the Wyoming side of the reservoir, we traveled some distance before we began to fish. Frankly, the fishing wasn’t very good, but we loved being out on the boat together in such a beautiful place.
Suddenly, we saw a man on the far shore waving at us. Immediately, my father fired up the motor and went toward the other side of the reservoir, where the man was still waving at us. When we arrived, I was amazed to see a beautiful big yacht (游艇) pulled onto the shore.
The man introduced himself as Mat and then thanked us warmly for coming to his assistance. His battery was dead, and he wondered if we could help him. We did, and soon his big motor roared back to life. Mat and his family were very grateful. We lost an hour of fishing. Being an impatient teenager, I was a bit annoyed at the one-hour loss, but we were soon back out on the reservoir.
The next day the fishing didn’t improve. As a matter of fact, it was terrible, so we decided to call it quits and go back to the marina. We were about two miles from the marina when we found ourselves fighting a strong headwind that slowed our progress. The waves were kicking up, and suddenly our engine decided to quit.
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。
We tried to get it running, but it simply wouldn’t start.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
On our way home, I saw an old lady waving at our car by the roadside.
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【答案】We tried to get it running, but it simply wouldn’t start. With each unsuccessful attempt, our frustration mounted. The once-reliable engine now lay silent, leaving us adrift helplessly on the vast reservoir. Suddenly, out of nowhere, Mat pulled up alongside us and asked if he could be of assistance. His friendly smile reassured us almost immediately, easing our worry. I was amazed that of all the people on the reservoir, Mat would be the person to show up to give us aid. Gratefully accepting his kind offer, we secured our boat to his. Chatting and laughing all the way, we returned to the marina safe and sound and were ready for home.
On our way home, I saw an old lady waving at our car by the roadside. Obviously, she was in need of help. Without thinking twice, I asked my father to pull over beside her, which my father did immediately. As we approached the lady, her face lit up with a glimmer of hope. She explained that her car had broken down, leaving her trapped on the way. We assured her that we would help. As the engine roared back to life, the old lady’s gratitude overflowed. As we waved the grateful lady goodbye, my heart swelled with a newfound understanding of my father’s mantra. What goes around really comes around. I finally had a chance to witness my father’s mantra in action and follow in his footsteps.
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