2024-2025学年江苏省滨海县明达中学高三上学期第一次阶段检测英语试题（含答案）
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2024-2025学年江苏省滨海县明达中学高三上学期第一次阶段检测
英语试题
全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
第一部分：听力 (共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节: (共 5 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 7.5 分)
1. What will the woman do
A. Leave for work. B. Make a call. C. Paint the house.
2. How will the man go to work next month
A. On foot. B. By bus. C. By subway.
3. Where probably are the speakers
A. In a hotel. B. In a café. C. In a school.
4. What is the man going to do with the spider next
A. Catch it. B. Kill it. C. Keep it.
5. How does the man sound
A. Angry. B. Sympathetic. C. Proud.
第二节: (共 15 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 22.5 分)
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. What can we say about the salad
A. It’s not to the man’s taste. B. It’s made by the woman. C. It’s a mixture of fruits and vegetables.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Mother and son. B. Brother and sister. C. Chef and customer.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. Where does the woman get the news from
A. The TV. B. The radio. C. The newspaper.
9. What type of talk show is the man passionate about
A. The one about nature. B. The one about films. C. The one about education.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. Why does the woman take her cat to the vet's
A. It needs a bath.
B. It has to have a routine checkup.
C. It had little desire to eat yesterday.
11. What does the woman feel about bathing her cat herself
A. It’s challenging. B. It’s time- consuming. C. It’s easy.
12. What do the speakers mainly talk about at the end of the conversation
A. The time for a medical check. B. The place to do some shopping. C. The tips for bathing a cat.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. Whose birthday will be celebrated in January
A. Jimmy’s. B. Millie’s. C. Noah’s.
14. What did Noah do to learn baking
A. He took classes. B. He bought books. C. He found a part- time job.
15. What is Noah’s attitude toward Millie’s suggestion
A. Favorable. B. Casual. C. Unfavorable.
16. Why did Millie cancel her plan
A. She wanted to visit a cold place. B. She had to help the man. C. She didn’t get the train ticket.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Chairing a meeting. B. Teaching a class. C. Giving a speech.
18. How many qualities does the speaker mention
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
19. What is an advantage of good teamwork according to the speaker
A. It makes people gain confidence.
B. It is good for making friends.
C. It helps students work in the real world.
20. What does the speaker think can encourage teamwork most
A. Sports games. B. Drama performances. C. Group presentations.
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
2-hour Scooter Rental in Niagara Falls
If you want to avoid the queues (队列) and crowded areas of visitors, this activity is for you. You can visit scenery that most never do along the Niagara Gorge on an electric scooter (滑板车), which is easy to ride and makes getting from viewpoint to viewpoint fast and easy. You can cover about 34 miles of Niagara Falls State Park, the Niagara Gorge,and Whirlpool State Park all in 2 hours using a scooter.
What's Included
●Ninebot Max Electric Scooter
●Lock to lock up the electric scooter
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point End point
2 Old Falls St,Niagara Falls,NY 14303,USA This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Opening hours
5/13/2023-7/20/2025
Monday-Sunday: 10:00 AM-06:00 PM
Additional Information
*Confirmation will be received at time of booking
* Not wheelchair accessible
* Near public transportation
*Not recommended for pregnant(怀孕的)travelers
* No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
* Travelers should at least have an average physical fitness level
Click here to apply or call:
+1(702) 648-5873
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
1. What is one advantage of renting an electric scooter .
A. It saves money. B. It covers all the routes.
C. It makes your tour easy. D. It helps to reduce accidents.
2. What does the activity offer travellers
A. Locks against theft. B. Facilities to keep healthy.
C. Assistance for the disabled. D. Guidebooks for Niagara Falls.
3. When can you call off the activity to get all your money back
A. After online confirmation. B. One day ahead of the tour.
C. The moment the tour starts. D. Twenty four hours after booking.
B
Class is in session , and Olivia Munn’s 22-month-old son Malcolm is a star student! The mother shared a new video of herself teaching her son Mandarin (普通话) before bed, and he nailed it!
“Chinese lessons ,” she wrote over a video of her and Malcolm reading a book before bed. Malcolm stood next to his mom to read the book with her. As Munn said the Mandarin word, the baby repeated it back in the cutest little voice, followed by a smile and a hug for his mama. You can even hear someone say “Aww!” in the background , which was likely Malcolm’s dad John Mulaney. Malcolm seemed so proud of himself,and he was so cute!
In her caption (字幕) Munn explained that the book was a gift from comedian Ali Wong.“Thank you @aliwong for our First 100 Mandarin Words book! Malcolm loves it!“ she said.
This video went viral. Actress Melanie Lynskey commented, “The love!!” Whitney Cummings commented, “My heart.” “Growing up multilingual (多语种的)is a magical gift,” one person said, “I’ll always be grateful for my mother insisting on speaking Arabic to us & giving us lessons.” Another person commented, “I love this family so much and it’s definitely the cutest family I’ve ever seen.”
The mother often introduces Malcolm to parts of his Asian root. They make noodles for the Lunar New Year, and she’s taken him shopping at an Asian market called H Mart. Now he’s learning how to speak Mandarin , and it’s so adorable.
In her latest video, Munn is reading My First Mandarin Words with Gordon & Li Li, written by Michele Wong. The official Gordon and Li Li account commented,“This is the sweetest! We’re so happy your little guy is having FUN learning Mandarin with Gordon & Li Li! Big thanks to @aliwong for sharing the Mandarin love!”
4. What does the underlined phrase“nailed it”probably mean
A. Got a rich reward. B. Hit the nail hard.
C. Messed things up. D. Did a fantastic job.
5. The second paragraph mainly tells us________.
A. a bedtime story B. an interactive scene
C. an amusing dad D. a reading competition
6. What can we learn about the video from paragraph 4
A. It is well received. B. It is full of imagination.
C. It changes the way of parenting. D. It inspires people to learn language.
7. Why is Malcolm exposed to Asian culture
A. To learn how to shop. B. To get to know his origin.
C. To prepare for an Asian trip. D. To develop his independence.
C
Growing up as a kid in the UK, I was fascinated by insects. Wanting to protect them, I started building houses for ants, using little pieces of wood and leaves. I then moved on to making little cups and saucers from silver foil (箔纸) for the magical creatures. When seeing my work, my mother told me that the smaller I made things, the bigger my name would become.
As the years went by, my designs became more complicated. Making sculptures isn’t actually enjoyable. I sometimes work for 16 hours a day without breaks, and it takes me up to three months to finish a sculpture. I have to hold my breath during the sculpting process.
One time, a fly landed on a Cinderella carriage sculpture I was working on. The fly’s wings blew it away, and it was lost. I was heartbroken. Another time, I accidentally breathed in a microscopic Alice from Alice in Wonderland. Alice is now in the Wonderland forever. But it did give me the chance to make an even better one the second time around.
My sculptures have taken me to incredible places. In 2012, I met the queen, giving her a crown on the head of a pin. In 2013, I received my first Guinness World Record for creating the smallest sculpture by hand, a 24-carat gold motorbike that fitted inside a hair. In 2017, I beat my record with a sculpture of a human fetus (胎儿) that measured 0.078 mm by 0.053 mm.
I was diagnosed with autism (自闭症) as an adult. In school, my teachers had pointed me out as an example of failure; now, I see my autism as a gift. It’s pushed me to be the best I can be. I hold workshops in schools for neurodiverse children, sharing my story and helping them create their own miniature figures.
The microscopic world has always been my happy place. I’ve tried to make bigger sculptures, but small is best for me. We need to appreciate the little things in life. Small things can also be mighty, too.
8. What drove the author to make tiny sculpture at the beginning
A. His interest in insects. B. His desire to make a name.
C. His dream of setting a record. D. His awareness of wildlife protection.
9. Which of the following can best describe the author’s sculpting process
A. Eventful and enjoyable. B. Complex and frustrating.
C. Money-wasting but entertaining. D. Time-consuming but fulfilling.
10. How does the author deal with his autism now
A. He receives medical treatment. B. He takes full advantage of it.
C. He regards it as the source of failure. D. He shares it and asks help from others.
11. What message does the author mainly convey through the text
A Great art comes at a cost of loss. B. Childhood experiences sculpt a career.
C. Minor things in life can carry weight. D. Hard work contributes to great achievements.
D
Here’s a quick quiz. Person A does a favor for you. Person B asks you to do a favor for him. Who do you tend to like more Surprisingly the answer is Person B. This quirk (怪癖) of human nature is known as the Ben Franklin Effect.
Benjamin Franklin came across the phenomenon in 1736 when serving as a clerk to the Pennsylvania Assembly. A powerful member didn’t care for Franklin and threatened to make life miserable for him. What to do Instead of winning him over with sweet talk, Franklin asked if he could borrow a rare and valuable book the man owned. This request altered the man’s attitude and paved the way for their friendship. Franklin’s takeaway: “He that has once done you a kindness will be ready to do you another, than he whom you yourself have obliged.”
Several studies have confirmed this. But how can we explain the Ben Franklin Effect Some psychologists refer to cognitive dissonance (失调). It’s difficult to hold two contradictory thoughts at the same time. It makes us uncomfortable. We resolve this tension by changing our mind. “I don’t like Joe, but I am doing him a favor,” we might think. “So maybe I do like him.”
While cognitive dissonance explains a lot, it alone doesn’t explain the Ben Franklin Effect. One 2015 study found that it was, rather, the affiliative (亲和的) motive that the requests convey. That is, we humans want to maintain good relations with other humans, and one way to achieve this is by doing favors for others. This explains a lot about altruistic behavior. We like being useful and, by extension, we like those who give us the opportunity to do so. It’s in our genes.
Yet there is much we still don’t know about the Ben Franklin Effect. Does it apply equally across cultures Is there a point beyond which asking a favor makes you less, not more likable Asking to borrow a book is one thing; asking to borrow a car is another.
12. Why does the author mention Benjamin Franklin’s experience
A. To illustrate a dilemma in making choices. B. To suggest a way of striking up friendships.
C. To stress the importance of strategic requests. D. To introduce the origin of the Ben Franklin Effect.
13. What is a reason for people’s tendency to like those asking for favors
A. Reducing the tension caused by social contact.
B. Increasing the chance of getting help in return.
C. Avoiding the discomfort from conflicting thoughts.
D. Establishing a cooperative community of shared trust.
14. What does the underlined word “altruistic” probably mean in paragraph 4
A. Selfless. B. Impolite. C. Aggressive. D. Responsible.
15. What does the author think of the Ben Franklin Effect
A. It makes little sense. B. It applies to most cultures.
C. It has situational limitations. D. It has great practical significance.
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。
We are all creatures of habit. We tend to wake up at the same time each day, brush our teeth, have morning coffee and travel to work, following the same patterns every day. ____16____
Behavioral scientists who study habit formation say that many of us try to create healthy habits the wrong way. ____17____ Here are two tips, backed by research, for forming new healthy habits.
____18____ For many of us, our morning routine is the strongest, so that’s a great place to build a new habit. While brushing your teeth, you might stand on one foot to practice balance. Many of us fall into end-of-the-day patterns as well. Do you tend to sink into the sofa after work and turn on the TV That might be a good time to do a single daily yoga pose.
____19____ Wendy Wood, a research psychologist, calls the forces that get in the way of good habits “friction”. In one study, researchers changed the turning of lift doors so that workers had to wait nearly half a minute for the doors to close. ____20____ Many people are therefore convinced that taking the stairs was easier than waiting for the lift. It shows how sensitive we are to small friction in our environment. Just slowing down the lift got people to take the stairs, and they stuck with it even after the lift went back to normal timing.
A. It was just enough of a delay.
B. Why do we stop doing what’s good for us
C. But why is it so hard to form new healthy habits
D. We probably form new habits when we clear away the barriers.
E. The better way to form a new habit is to tie it to an existing habit.
F. It explains why friction prevents the progress of forming good habits.
G. For example we set big goals to lose weight without taking proper steps.
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 I was 24, I moved to America, 11,000 kilometers away from my homeland. This was ___21___, especially fitting into an unfamiliar environment. Working from home increased my ___22___, as I was cut off from social interactions. However, serving as a volunteer at a local animal shelter ___23___ everything.
Upon arriving at the shelter, I was ___24___ to a small, grey and white cat named Luna immediately. Found abandoned and terrified of humans, Luna ___25___ in the corner, shaking. Her lonely green eyes seemed to ___26___ my own sense of displacement in this foreign land. My task was to slowly gain Luna’s ___27___ and help her adjust, which felt similar to my efforts to ___28___ this new place.
As days turned into weeks, Luna and I developed a ___29___. The process of feeding her, speaking softly, and the ____30____ required to look after her made this little creature gradually open her heart to me. Her ____31____ encouraged me to step outside, make new friends, and become part of the community.
My time at the shelter provided a valuable ____32____ into settling down in a new country. It is an inspiring experience of ____33____ gaps of language and culture and a journey of personal growth. From it, I realized the value of time, love, and a(n) ____34____ heart in forming meaningful relationships. This journey aided me in finding a sense of ____35____ in an unfamiliar land.
21. A. tough B. dangerous C. exciting D. rewarding
22. A. happiness B. interest C. loneliness D. guilt
23. A. upset B. cost C. challenged D. changed
24. A. drawn B. compared C. driven D. devoted
25. A. played B. hid C. slept D. relaxed
26. A. reject B. control C. cover D. mirror
27. A. praise B. sympathy C. forgiveness D. trust
28. A. escape from B. adapt to C. get around D. search for
29. A. bond B. plan C. habit D. skill
30. A. guidance B. independence C. confidence D. patience
31. A. courage B. acceptance C. assistance D. curiosity
32. A. innovation B. insight C. investigation D. investment
33. A. leaving B. widening C. bridging D. creating
34. A. open B. simple C. strong D. innocent
35. A. responsibility B. security C. belonging D. freedom
第二节：(共 15 小题； 每小题 1 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A tea culture salon may be the best way to experience China's tea ceremonies and culture in overseas ___36___(locate).
"Tea for Harmony” cultural salon in Bath, England on Friday was aimed___37___ both celebrating International Tea Day, which fell on May 21 and promising participants an opportunity___38___ (experience) teas and culture from Central China's Hubei province. The representative group from the Hubei Tea Association brought three types of tea to be enjoyed at the salon: Enshi Yulu, Yihong Black Tea, and Qingzhuan Tea.
The history of the teas on offer___39___ (date) back more than 1,000 years, and the crafting techniques of Enshi Yulu and Qingzhuan Tea have become national intangible cultural heritages. Each tea was presented with its ___40___ (appeal) tea ceremony, where a tea master introduced its area of origin and its distinct characteristics,___41___ demonstrated the particular way the tea should be prepared and appreciated. “Unique”, “delicate” and “wonderful”___42___ (be) words British participants used to describe their feelings during the tea tastings.
“Tea is such an important part of British culture that we have an entire meal ___43___ (create) that we have entirely dedicated to our afternoon tea. It's very important for us British to be in Bath in this afternoon,___44___ is the best and most elegant afternoon tea destination,” said Dianne Francombe, CEO of the Bristol and West of England China Bureau.
“Fine tea is more expressive than fine wine, and that experience, the flavors and delicacy of tea, is something ____45____(true) superb. I look forward to continued friendship with friends from China whenever you visit this region.”
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分 40 分)
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是某国际中学的学生会主席李华。最近，有很多同学睡眠不足，已严重影响到他们的学习。请你代表学生会用英语写一封倡议书，倡议大家健康作息，高效学习。内容包括：
1. 陈述现象；
2. 说明健康睡眠的重要性；
3. 提出倡议。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
第二节（满分 25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I didn’t like Del so much. He always called me the nickname “Germy”, which meant “dirty”, instead of my real name “Jamie”. Besides, he was known as a trouble-maker in school. So when the head teacher Mr. Smith asked Del to come to his office, I naturally thought that Del had done something mean to someone. Through the window, I caught sight of a smaller boy crying. Del seemed unhappy, too.
He did not return to class that day. All of us were discussing what had happened to him. What else could such an annoying boy do “He must have hit the boy and was sent home” I whispered to my friends. Their eyes widened. It felt good to see them so interested in what I said.
The next morning, the whole school was talking about Del being expelled(开除) for beating up a kid. I was surprised that my assumptions were passed on so quickly. So when Del walked into the classroom, all the kids were shocked. The kids next to him shift ed their desks away. “What’s your problem ” Del asked. “I don’t want you to attack me,” one kid said. Some laughed. “Yeah, I might,” said Del. I could tell he was joking, but many kids thought he admitted he did beat up someone.
During recess(课间休息), Del tried to join the kickball game. “Neither team wants you,” one of the players said. “Why ” Del asked, looking confused. “I always play with you guys.” They ignored him and went on playing. Del sat by himself while the rest of the school enjoyed their recess away from him. Del looked lonely and sad, much different from before. I started to feel sorry for him.
Later that day, I learned what really happened. The kid was Del’s little brother and he was crying because their mother fell ill and was sent to hospital. I felt even sorrier for what I said before. I started a rumor(谣言).
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。
At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game.
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Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over.
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2024-2025学年江苏省滨海县明达中学高三上学期第一次阶段检测
英语试题
答案版
全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
第一部分：听力 (共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节: (共 5 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 7.5 分)
1. What will the woman do
A. Leave for work. B. Make a call. C. Paint the house.
2. How will the man go to work next month
A. On foot. B. By bus. C. By subway.
3. Where probably are the speakers
A. In a hotel. B. In a café. C. In a school.
4. What is the man going to do with the spider next
A. Catch it. B. Kill it. C. Keep it.
5. How does the man sound
A. Angry. B. Sympathetic. C. Proud.
第二节: (共 15 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 22.5 分)
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. What can we say about the salad
A. It’s not to the man’s taste. B. It’s made by the woman. C. It’s a mixture of fruits and vegetables.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Mother and son. B. Brother and sister. C. Chef and customer.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. Where does the woman get the news from
A. The TV. B. The radio. C. The newspaper.
9. What type of talk show is the man passionate about
A. The one about nature. B. The one about films. C. The one about education.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. Why does the woman take her cat to the vet's
A. It needs a bath.
B. It has to have a routine checkup.
C. It had little desire to eat yesterday.
11. What does the woman feel about bathing her cat herself
A. It’s challenging. B. It’s time- consuming. C. It’s easy.
12. What do the speakers mainly talk about at the end of the conversation
A. The time for a medical check. B. The place to do some shopping. C. The tips for bathing a cat.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. Whose birthday will be celebrated in January
A. Jimmy’s. B. Millie’s. C. Noah’s.
14. What did Noah do to learn baking
A. He took classes. B. He bought books. C. He found a part- time job.
15. What is Noah’s attitude toward Millie’s suggestion
A. Favorable. B. Casual. C. Unfavorable.
16. Why did Millie cancel her plan
A. She wanted to visit a cold place. B. She had to help the man. C. She didn’t get the train ticket.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Chairing a meeting. B. Teaching a class. C. Giving a speech.
18. How many qualities does the speaker mention
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
19. What is an advantage of good teamwork according to the speaker
A. It makes people gain confidence.
B. It is good for making friends.
C. It helps students work in the real world.
20. What does the speaker think can encourage teamwork most
A. Sports games. B. Drama performances. C. Group presentations.
听力答案 略
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
2-hour Scooter Rental in Niagara Falls
If you want to avoid the queues (队列) and crowded areas of visitors, this activity is for you. You can visit scenery that most never do along the Niagara Gorge on an electric scooter (滑板车), which is easy to ride and makes getting from viewpoint to viewpoint fast and easy. You can cover about 34 miles of Niagara Falls State Park, the Niagara Gorge,and Whirlpool State Park all in 2 hours using a scooter.
What's Included
●Ninebot Max Electric Scooter
●Lock to lock up the electric scooter
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point End point
2 Old Falls St,Niagara Falls,NY 14303,USA This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Opening hours
5/13/2023-7/20/2025
Monday-Sunday: 10:00 AM-06:00 PM
Additional Information
*Confirmation will be received at time of booking
* Not wheelchair accessible
* Near public transportation
*Not recommended for pregnant(怀孕的)travelers
* No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
* Travelers should at least have an average physical fitness level
Click here to apply or call:
+1(702) 648-5873
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund
1. What is one advantage of renting an electric scooter .
A. It saves money. B. It covers all the routes.
C. It makes your tour easy. D. It helps to reduce accidents.
2. What does the activity offer travellers
A. Locks against theft. B. Facilities to keep healthy.
C. Assistance for the disabled. D. Guidebooks for Niagara Falls.
3. When can you call off the activity to get all your money back
A. After online confirmation. B. One day ahead of the tour.
C. The moment the tour starts. D. Twenty four hours after booking.
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. B
B
Class is in session , and Olivia Munn’s 22-month-old son Malcolm is a star student! The mother shared a new video of herself teaching her son Mandarin (普通话) before bed, and he nailed it!
“Chinese lessons ,” she wrote over a video of her and Malcolm reading a book before bed. Malcolm stood next to his mom to read the book with her. As Munn said the Mandarin word, the baby repeated it back in the cutest little voice, followed by a smile and a hug for his mama. You can even hear someone say “Aww!” in the background , which was likely Malcolm’s dad John Mulaney. Malcolm seemed so proud of himself,and he was so cute!
In her caption (字幕), Munn explained that the book was a gift from comedian Ali Wong.“Thank you @aliwong for our First 100 Mandarin Words book! Malcolm loves it!“ she said.
This video went viral. Actress Melanie Lynskey commented, “The love!!” Whitney Cummings commented, “My heart.” “Growing up multilingual (多语种的)is a magical gift,” one person said, “I’ll always be grateful for my mother insisting on speaking Arabic to us & giving us lessons.” Another person commented, “I love this family so much and it’s definitely the cutest family I’ve ever seen.”
The mother often introduces Malcolm to parts of his Asian root. They make noodles for the Lunar New Year, and she’s taken him shopping at an Asian market called H Mart. Now he’s learning how to speak Mandarin , and it’s so adorable.
In her latest video, Munn is reading My First Mandarin Words with Gordon & Li Li, written by Michele Wong. The official Gordon and Li Li account commented,“This is the sweetest! We’re so happy your little guy is having FUN learning Mandarin with Gordon & Li Li! Big thanks to @aliwong for sharing the Mandarin love!”
4. What does the underlined phrase“nailed it”probably mean
A. Got a rich reward. B. Hit the nail hard.
C. Messed things up. D. Did a fantastic job.
5. The second paragraph mainly tells us________.
A. a bedtime story B. an interactive scene
C. an amusing dad D. a reading competition
6. What can we learn about the video from paragraph 4
A. It is well received. B. It is full of imagination.
C. It changes the way of parenting. D. It inspires people to learn language.
7. Why is Malcolm exposed to Asian culture
A. To learn how to shop. B. To get to know his origin.
C. To prepare for an Asian trip. D. To develop his independence.
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. B
C
Growing up as a kid in the UK, I was fascinated by insects. Wanting to protect them, I started building houses for ants, using little pieces of wood and leaves. I then moved on to making little cups and saucers from silver foil (箔纸) for the magical creatures. When seeing my work, my mother told me that the smaller I made things, the bigger my name would become.
As the years went by, my designs became more complicated. Making sculptures isn’t actually enjoyable. I sometimes work for 16 hours a day without breaks, and it takes me up to three months to finish a sculpture. I have to hold my breath during the sculpting process.
One time, a fly landed on a Cinderella carriage sculpture I was working on. The fly’s wings blew it away, and it was lost. I was heartbroken. Another time, I accidentally breathed in a microscopic Alice from Alice in Wonderland. Alice is now in the Wonderland forever. But it did give me the chance to make an even better one the second time around.
My sculptures have taken me to incredible places. In 2012, I met the queen, giving her a crown on the head of a pin. In 2013, I received my first Guinness World Record for creating the smallest sculpture by hand, a 24-carat gold motorbike that fitted inside a hair. In 2017, I beat my record with a sculpture of a human fetus (胎儿) that measured 0.078 mm by 0.053 mm.
I was diagnosed with autism (自闭症) as an adult. In school, my teachers had pointed me out as an example of failure; now, I see my autism as a gift. It’s pushed me to be the best I can be. I hold workshops in schools for neurodiverse children, sharing my story and helping them create their own miniature figures.
The microscopic world has always been my happy place. I’ve tried to make bigger sculptures, but small is best for me. We need to appreciate the little things in life. Small things can also be mighty, too.
8 What drove the author to make tiny sculpture at the beginning
A. His interest in insects. B. His desire to make a name.
C. His dream of setting a record. D. His awareness of wildlife protection.
9. Which of the following can best describe the author’s sculpting process
A. Eventful and enjoyable. B. Complex and frustrating.
C. Money-wasting but entertaining. D. Time-consuming but fulfilling.
10. How does the author deal with his autism now
A. He receives medical treatment. B. He takes full advantage of it.
C. He regards it as the source of failure. D. He shares it and asks help from others.
11. What message does the author mainly convey through the text
A. Great art comes at a cost of loss. B. Childhood experiences sculpt a career.
C. Minor things in life can carry weight. D. Hard work contributes to great achievements.
【答案】8. A 9. D 10. B 11. C
D
Here’s a quick quiz. Person A does a favor for you. Person B asks you to do a favor for him. Who do you tend to like more Surprisingly, the answer is Person B. This quirk (怪癖) of human nature is known as the Ben Franklin Effect.
Benjamin Franklin came across the phenomenon in 1736 when serving as a clerk to the Pennsylvania Assembly. A powerful member didn’t care for Franklin and threatened to make life miserable for him. What to do Instead of winning him over with sweet talk, Franklin asked if he could borrow a rare and valuable book the man owned. This request altered the man’s attitude and paved the way for their friendship. Franklin’s takeaway: “He that has once done you a kindness will be ready to do you another, than he whom you yourself have obliged.”
Several studies have confirmed this. But how can we explain the Ben Franklin Effect Some psychologists refer to cognitive dissonance (失调). It’s difficult to hold two contradictory thoughts at the same time. It makes us uncomfortable. We resolve this tension by changing our mind. “I don’t like Joe, but I am doing him a favor,” we might think. “So maybe I do like him.”
While cognitive dissonance explains a lot, it alone doesn’t explain the Ben Franklin Effect. One 2015 study found that it was, rather, the affiliative (亲和的) motive that the requests convey. That is, we humans want to maintain good relations with other humans, and one way to achieve this is by doing favors for others. This explains a lot about altruistic behavior. We like being useful and, by extension, we like those who give us the opportunity to do so. It’s in our genes.
Yet there is much we still don’t know about the Ben Franklin Effect. Does it apply equally across cultures Is there a point beyond which asking a favor makes you less, not more likable Asking to borrow a book is one thing; asking to borrow a car is another.
12. Why does the author mention Benjamin Franklin’s experience
A. To illustrate a dilemma in making choices. B. To suggest a way of striking up friendships.
C. To stress the importance of strategic requests. D. To introduce the origin of the Ben Franklin Effect.
13. What is a reason for people’s tendency to like those asking for favors
A. Reducing the tension caused by social contact.
B. Increasing the chance of getting help in return.
C. Avoiding the discomfort from conflicting thoughts.
D. Establishing a cooperative community of shared trust.
14. What does the underlined word “altruistic” probably mean in paragraph 4
A. Selfless. B. Impolite. C. Aggressive. D. Responsible.
15. What does the author think of the Ben Franklin Effect
A. It makes little sense. B. It applies to most cultures.
C. It has situational limitations. D. It has great practical significance.
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. C
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。
We are all creatures of habit. We tend to wake up at the same time each day, brush our teeth, have morning coffee and travel to work, following the same patterns every day. ____16____
Behavioral scientists who study habit formation say that many of us try to create healthy habits the wrong way. ____17____ Here are two tips, backed by research, for forming new healthy habits.
____18____ For many of us, our morning routine is the strongest, so that’s a great place to build a new habit. While brushing your teeth, you might stand on one foot to practice balance. Many of us fall into end-of-the-day patterns as well. Do you tend to sink into the sofa after work and turn on the TV That might be a good time to do a single daily yoga pose.
____19____ Wendy Wood, a research psychologist, calls the forces that get in the way of good habits “friction”. In one study, researchers changed the turning of lift doors so that workers had to wait nearly half a minute for the doors to close. ____20____ Many people are therefore convinced that taking the stairs was easier than waiting for the lift. It shows how sensitive we are to small friction in our environment. Just slowing down the lift got people to take the stairs, and they stuck with it even after the lift went back to normal timing.
A. It was just enough of a delay.
B. Why do we stop doing what’s good for us
C. But why is it so hard to form new healthy habits
D. We probably form new habits when we clear away the barriers.
E. The better way to form a new habit is to tie it to an existing habit.
F. It explains why friction prevents the progress of forming good habits.
G. For example, we set big goals to lose weight without taking proper steps.
【答案】16. C 17. G 18. E 19. D 20. A
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 I was 24 I moved to America, 11,000 kilometers away from my homeland. This was ___21___, especially fitting into an unfamiliar environment. Working from home increased my ___22___, as I was cut off from social interactions. However, serving as a volunteer at a local animal shelter ___23___ everything.
Upon arriving at the shelter, I was ___24___ to a small, grey and white cat named Luna immediately. Found abandoned and terrified of humans, Luna ___25___ in the corner, shaking. Her lonely green eyes seemed to ___26___ my own sense of displacement in this foreign land. My task was to slowly gain Luna’s ___27___ and help her adjust, which felt similar to my efforts to ___28___ this new place.
As days turned into weeks, Luna and I developed a ___29___. The process of feeding her, speaking softly, and the ____30____ required to look after her made this little creature gradually open her heart to me. Her ____31____ encouraged me to step outside, make new friends, and become part of the community.
My time at the shelter provided a valuable ____32____ into settling down in a new country. It is an inspiring experience of ____33____ gaps of language and culture and a journey of personal growth. From it, I realized the value of time, love, and a(n) ____34____ heart in forming meaningful relationships. This journey aided me in finding a sense of ____35____ in an unfamiliar land.
21. A. tough B. dangerous C. exciting D. rewarding
22. A. happiness B. interest C. loneliness D. guilt
23. A. upset B. cost C. challenged D. changed
24. A. drawn B. compared C. driven D. devoted
25. A. played B. hid C. slept D. relaxed
26. A. reject B. control C. cover D. mirror
27. A. praise B. sympathy C. forgiveness D. trust
28. A. escape from B. adapt to C. get around D. search for
29. A. bond B. plan C. habit D. skill
30. A. guidance B. independence C. confidence D. patience
31. A. courage B. acceptance C. assistance D. curiosity
32. A. innovation B. insight C. investigation D. investment
33. A. leaving B. widening C. bridging D. creating
34. A. open B. simple C. strong D. innocent
35. A. responsibility B. security C. belonging D. freedom
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. D 27. D 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. B 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. C
第二节：(共 15 小题； 每小题 1 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A tea culture salon may be the best way to experience China's tea ceremonies and culture in overseas ___36___(locate).
"Tea for Harmony” cultural salon in Bath, England on Friday was aimed___37___ both celebrating International Tea Day, which fell on May 21 and promising participants an opportunity___38___ (experience) teas and culture from Central China's Hubei province. The representative group from the Hubei Tea Association brought three types of tea to be enjoyed at the salon: Enshi Yulu, Yihong Black Tea, and Qingzhuan Tea.
The history of the teas on offer___39___ (date) back more than 1,000 years, and the crafting techniques of Enshi Yulu and Qingzhuan Tea have become national intangible cultural heritages. Each tea was presented with its ___40___ (appeal) tea ceremony, where a tea master introduced its area of origin and its distinct characteristics,___41___ demonstrated the particular way the tea should be prepared and appreciated. “Unique”, “delicate” and “wonderful”___42___ (be) words British participants used to describe their feelings during the tea tastings.
“Tea is such an important part of British culture that we have an entire meal ___43___ (create) that we have entirely dedicated to our afternoon tea. It's very important for us British to be in Bath in this afternoon,___44___ is the best and most elegant afternoon tea destination,” said Dianne Francombe, CEO of the Bristol and West of England China Bureau.
“Fine tea is more expressive than fine wine, and that experience, the flavors and delicacy of tea, is something ____45____(true) superb. I look forward to continued friendship with friends from China whenever you visit this region.”
【答案】36. locations
37. at 38. to experience
39. dates 40. appealing
41. and 42. were
43. created
44. which 45. truly
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分 40 分)
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是某国际中学的学生会主席李华。最近，有很多同学睡眠不足，已严重影响到他们的学习。请你代表学生会用英语写一封倡议书，倡议大家健康作息，高效学习。内容包括：
1. 陈述现象；
2. 说明健康睡眠的重要性；
3. 提出倡议。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】 Recently, it has been common that some students don’t have enough sleep. Many students stay up late for varieties of reasons, such as heavy homework or being addicted to digital devices.
It’s important to sleep regularly and get enough sleep, which helps you stay healthy and concentrate on your study. If you stay up late frequently, you will find it hard to get up on time. Keeping active in class also becomes difficult. Besides, your own health will be harmed seriously.
Plan your time for homework, take physical exercise, and keep away from digital devices before sleep, and you will enjoy a healthy life.
第二节（满分 25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I didn’t like Del so much. He always called me the nickname “Germy”, which meant “dirty”, instead of my real name “Jamie”. Besides, he was known as a trouble-maker in school. So when the head teacher Mr. Smith asked Del to come to his office, I naturally thought that Del had done something mean to someone. Through the window, I caught sight of a smaller boy crying. Del seemed unhappy, too.
He did not return to class that day. All of us were discussing what had happened to him. What else could such an annoying boy do “He must have hit the boy and was sent home,” I whispered to my friends. Their eyes widened. It felt good to see them so interested in what I said.
The next morning, the whole school was talking about Del being expelled(开除) for beating up a kid. I was surprised that my assumptions were passed on so quickly. So when Del walked into the classroom, all the kids were shocked. The kids next to him shift ed their desks away. “What’s your problem ” Del asked. “I don’t want you to attack me,” one kid said. Some laughed. “Yeah, I might,” said Del. I could tell he was joking, but many kids thought he admitted he did beat up someone.
During recess(课间休息), Del tried to join the kickball game. “Neither team wants you,” one of the players said. “Why ” Del asked, looking confused. “I always play with you guys.” They ignored him and went on playing. Del sat by himself while the rest of the school enjoyed their recess away from him. Del looked lonely and sad, much different from before. I started to feel sorry for him.
Later that day, I learned what really happened. The kid was Del’s little brother and he was crying because their mother fell ill and was sent to hospital. I felt even sorrier for what I said before. I started a rumor(谣言).
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。
At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game.
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Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over.
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【答案】At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game. Not wanting him to feel left out, I walked over and sat down beside him. “Hey Germy,” he said. “My name is Jamie.” I replied. I wanted to apologize for starting that rumor about him, but I was too ashamed to say it out loudly. “Del, do you want to play kickball with us ” I asked instead. He looked surprised but happy at the same time. After a moment of silence, he nodded his head.
Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over. I stood up and shouted to the other kids, “Guys, come here! Let’s play kickball together! ” Some of them hesitated, but they eventually joined us. Del was smiling again and so were we. As we played, I realized that Del wasn’t as bad as I thought he was. He was just a normal kid who wanted to have fun and be accepted by others. From then on, whenever someone tried to start a rumor about him, I would stand up for him and tell them the truth about Del. We became good friends, and I learned an important lesson about judging people based on rumors.
英语试题
全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
第一部分：听力 (共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节: (共 5 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 7.5 分)
1. What will the woman do
A. Leave for work. B. Make a call. C. Paint the house.
2. How will the man go to work next month
A. On foot. B. By bus. C. By subway.
3. Where probably are the speakers
A. In a hotel. B. In a café. C. In a school.
4. What is the man going to do with the spider next
A. Catch it. B. Kill it. C. Keep it.
5. How does the man sound
A. Angry. B. Sympathetic. C. Proud.
第二节: (共 15 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 22.5 分)
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. What can we say about the salad
A. It’s not to the man’s taste. B. It’s made by the woman. C. It’s a mixture of fruits and vegetables.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Mother and son. B. Brother and sister. C. Chef and customer.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. Where does the woman get the news from
A. The TV. B. The radio. C. The newspaper.
9. What type of talk show is the man passionate about
A. The one about nature. B. The one about films. C. The one about education.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. Why does the woman take her cat to the vet's
A. It needs a bath.
B. It has to have a routine checkup.
C. It had little desire to eat yesterday.
11. What does the woman feel about bathing her cat herself
A. It’s challenging. B. It’s time- consuming. C. It’s easy.
12. What do the speakers mainly talk about at the end of the conversation
A. The time for a medical check. B. The place to do some shopping. C. The tips for bathing a cat.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. Whose birthday will be celebrated in January
A. Jimmy’s. B. Millie’s. C. Noah’s.
14. What did Noah do to learn baking
A. He took classes. B. He bought books. C. He found a part- time job.
15. What is Noah’s attitude toward Millie’s suggestion
A. Favorable. B. Casual. C. Unfavorable.
16. Why did Millie cancel her plan
A. She wanted to visit a cold place. B. She had to help the man. C. She didn’t get the train ticket.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Chairing a meeting. B. Teaching a class. C. Giving a speech.
18. How many qualities does the speaker mention
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
19. What is an advantage of good teamwork according to the speaker
A. It makes people gain confidence.
B. It is good for making friends.
C. It helps students work in the real world.
20. What does the speaker think can encourage teamwork most
A. Sports games. B. Drama performances. C. Group presentations.
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
2-hour Scooter Rental in Niagara Falls
If you want to avoid the queues (队列) and crowded areas of visitors, this activity is for you. You can visit scenery that most never do along the Niagara Gorge on an electric scooter (滑板车), which is easy to ride and makes getting from viewpoint to viewpoint fast and easy. You can cover about 34 miles of Niagara Falls State Park, the Niagara Gorge,and Whirlpool State Park all in 2 hours using a scooter.
What's Included
●Ninebot Max Electric Scooter
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point End point
2 Old Falls St,Niagara Falls,NY 14303,USA This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Opening hours
5/13/2023-7/20/2025
Monday-Sunday: 10:00 AM-06:00 PM
Additional Information
*Confirmation will be received at time of booking
* Not wheelchair accessible
* Near public transportation
*Not recommended for pregnant(怀孕的)travelers
* No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
* Travelers should at least have an average physical fitness level
Click here to apply or call:
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
1. What is one advantage of renting an electric scooter .
A. It saves money. B. It covers all the routes.
C. It makes your tour easy. D. It helps to reduce accidents.
2. What does the activity offer travellers
A. Locks against theft. B. Facilities to keep healthy.
C. Assistance for the disabled. D. Guidebooks for Niagara Falls.
3. When can you call off the activity to get all your money back
A. After online confirmation. B. One day ahead of the tour.
C. The moment the tour starts. D. Twenty four hours after booking.
B
Class is in session , and Olivia Munn’s 22-month-old son Malcolm is a star student! The mother shared a new video of herself teaching her son Mandarin (普通话) before bed, and he nailed it!
“Chinese lessons ,” she wrote over a video of her and Malcolm reading a book before bed. Malcolm stood next to his mom to read the book with her. As Munn said the Mandarin word, the baby repeated it back in the cutest little voice, followed by a smile and a hug for his mama. You can even hear someone say “Aww!” in the background , which was likely Malcolm’s dad John Mulaney. Malcolm seemed so proud of himself,and he was so cute!
In her caption (字幕) Munn explained that the book was a gift from comedian Ali Wong.“Thank you @aliwong for our First 100 Mandarin Words book! Malcolm loves it!“ she said.
This video went viral. Actress Melanie Lynskey commented, “The love!!” Whitney Cummings commented, “My heart.” “Growing up multilingual (多语种的)is a magical gift,” one person said, “I’ll always be grateful for my mother insisting on speaking Arabic to us & giving us lessons.” Another person commented, “I love this family so much and it’s definitely the cutest family I’ve ever seen.”
The mother often introduces Malcolm to parts of his Asian root. They make noodles for the Lunar New Year, and she’s taken him shopping at an Asian market called H Mart. Now he’s learning how to speak Mandarin , and it’s so adorable.
In her latest video, Munn is reading My First Mandarin Words with Gordon & Li Li, written by Michele Wong. The official Gordon and Li Li account commented,“This is the sweetest! We’re so happy your little guy is having FUN learning Mandarin with Gordon & Li Li! Big thanks to @aliwong for sharing the Mandarin love!”
4. What does the underlined phrase“nailed it”probably mean
A. Got a rich reward. B. Hit the nail hard.
C. Messed things up. D. Did a fantastic job.
5. The second paragraph mainly tells us________.
A. a bedtime story B. an interactive scene
C. an amusing dad D. a reading competition
6. What can we learn about the video from paragraph 4
A. It is well received. B. It is full of imagination.
C. It changes the way of parenting. D. It inspires people to learn language.
7. Why is Malcolm exposed to Asian culture
A. To learn how to shop. B. To get to know his origin.
C. To prepare for an Asian trip. D. To develop his independence.
C
Growing up as a kid in the UK, I was fascinated by insects. Wanting to protect them, I started building houses for ants, using little pieces of wood and leaves. I then moved on to making little cups and saucers from silver foil (箔纸) for the magical creatures. When seeing my work, my mother told me that the smaller I made things, the bigger my name would become.
As the years went by, my designs became more complicated. Making sculptures isn’t actually enjoyable. I sometimes work for 16 hours a day without breaks, and it takes me up to three months to finish a sculpture. I have to hold my breath during the sculpting process.
One time, a fly landed on a Cinderella carriage sculpture I was working on. The fly’s wings blew it away, and it was lost. I was heartbroken. Another time, I accidentally breathed in a microscopic Alice from Alice in Wonderland. Alice is now in the Wonderland forever. But it did give me the chance to make an even better one the second time around.
My sculptures have taken me to incredible places. In 2012, I met the queen, giving her a crown on the head of a pin. In 2013, I received my first Guinness World Record for creating the smallest sculpture by hand, a 24-carat gold motorbike that fitted inside a hair. In 2017, I beat my record with a sculpture of a human fetus (胎儿) that measured 0.078 mm by 0.053 mm.
I was diagnosed with autism (自闭症) as an adult. In school, my teachers had pointed me out as an example of failure; now, I see my autism as a gift. It’s pushed me to be the best I can be. I hold workshops in schools for neurodiverse children, sharing my story and helping them create their own miniature figures.
The microscopic world has always been my happy place. I’ve tried to make bigger sculptures, but small is best for me. We need to appreciate the little things in life. Small things can also be mighty, too.
8. What drove the author to make tiny sculpture at the beginning
A. His interest in insects. B. His desire to make a name.
C. His dream of setting a record. D. His awareness of wildlife protection.
9. Which of the following can best describe the author’s sculpting process
A. Eventful and enjoyable. B. Complex and frustrating.
C. Money-wasting but entertaining. D. Time-consuming but fulfilling.
10. How does the author deal with his autism now
A. He receives medical treatment. B. He takes full advantage of it.
C. He regards it as the source of failure. D. He shares it and asks help from others.
11. What message does the author mainly convey through the text
A Great art comes at a cost of loss. B. Childhood experiences sculpt a career.
C. Minor things in life can carry weight. D. Hard work contributes to great achievements.
D
Here’s a quick quiz. Person A does a favor for you. Person B asks you to do a favor for him. Who do you tend to like more Surprisingly the answer is Person B. This quirk (怪癖) of human nature is known as the Ben Franklin Effect.
Benjamin Franklin came across the phenomenon in 1736 when serving as a clerk to the Pennsylvania Assembly. A powerful member didn’t care for Franklin and threatened to make life miserable for him. What to do Instead of winning him over with sweet talk, Franklin asked if he could borrow a rare and valuable book the man owned. This request altered the man’s attitude and paved the way for their friendship. Franklin’s takeaway: “He that has once done you a kindness will be ready to do you another, than he whom you yourself have obliged.”
Several studies have confirmed this. But how can we explain the Ben Franklin Effect Some psychologists refer to cognitive dissonance (失调). It’s difficult to hold two contradictory thoughts at the same time. It makes us uncomfortable. We resolve this tension by changing our mind. “I don’t like Joe, but I am doing him a favor,” we might think. “So maybe I do like him.”
While cognitive dissonance explains a lot, it alone doesn’t explain the Ben Franklin Effect. One 2015 study found that it was, rather, the affiliative (亲和的) motive that the requests convey. That is, we humans want to maintain good relations with other humans, and one way to achieve this is by doing favors for others. This explains a lot about altruistic behavior. We like being useful and, by extension, we like those who give us the opportunity to do so. It’s in our genes.
Yet there is much we still don’t know about the Ben Franklin Effect. Does it apply equally across cultures Is there a point beyond which asking a favor makes you less, not more likable Asking to borrow a book is one thing; asking to borrow a car is another.
12. Why does the author mention Benjamin Franklin’s experience
A. To illustrate a dilemma in making choices. B. To suggest a way of striking up friendships.
C. To stress the importance of strategic requests. D. To introduce the origin of the Ben Franklin Effect.
13. What is a reason for people’s tendency to like those asking for favors
A. Reducing the tension caused by social contact.
B. Increasing the chance of getting help in return.
C. Avoiding the discomfort from conflicting thoughts.
D. Establishing a cooperative community of shared trust.
14. What does the underlined word “altruistic” probably mean in paragraph 4
A. Selfless. B. Impolite. C. Aggressive. D. Responsible.
15. What does the author think of the Ben Franklin Effect
A. It makes little sense. B. It applies to most cultures.
C. It has situational limitations. D. It has great practical significance.
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。
We are all creatures of habit. We tend to wake up at the same time each day, brush our teeth, have morning coffee and travel to work, following the same patterns every day. ____16____
Behavioral scientists who study habit formation say that many of us try to create healthy habits the wrong way. ____17____ Here are two tips, backed by research, for forming new healthy habits.
____18____ For many of us, our morning routine is the strongest, so that’s a great place to build a new habit. While brushing your teeth, you might stand on one foot to practice balance. Many of us fall into end-of-the-day patterns as well. Do you tend to sink into the sofa after work and turn on the TV That might be a good time to do a single daily yoga pose.
____19____ Wendy Wood, a research psychologist, calls the forces that get in the way of good habits “friction”. In one study, researchers changed the turning of lift doors so that workers had to wait nearly half a minute for the doors to close. ____20____ Many people are therefore convinced that taking the stairs was easier than waiting for the lift. It shows how sensitive we are to small friction in our environment. Just slowing down the lift got people to take the stairs, and they stuck with it even after the lift went back to normal timing.
A. It was just enough of a delay.
B. Why do we stop doing what’s good for us
C. But why is it so hard to form new healthy habits
D. We probably form new habits when we clear away the barriers.
E. The better way to form a new habit is to tie it to an existing habit.
F. It explains why friction prevents the progress of forming good habits.
G. For example we set big goals to lose weight without taking proper steps.
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 I was 24, I moved to America, 11,000 kilometers away from my homeland. This was ___21___, especially fitting into an unfamiliar environment. Working from home increased my ___22___, as I was cut off from social interactions. However, serving as a volunteer at a local animal shelter ___23___ everything.
Upon arriving at the shelter, I was ___24___ to a small, grey and white cat named Luna immediately. Found abandoned and terrified of humans, Luna ___25___ in the corner, shaking. Her lonely green eyes seemed to ___26___ my own sense of displacement in this foreign land. My task was to slowly gain Luna’s ___27___ and help her adjust, which felt similar to my efforts to ___28___ this new place.
As days turned into weeks, Luna and I developed a ___29___. The process of feeding her, speaking softly, and the ____30____ required to look after her made this little creature gradually open her heart to me. Her ____31____ encouraged me to step outside, make new friends, and become part of the community.
My time at the shelter provided a valuable ____32____ into settling down in a new country. It is an inspiring experience of ____33____ gaps of language and culture and a journey of personal growth. From it, I realized the value of time, love, and a(n) ____34____ heart in forming meaningful relationships. This journey aided me in finding a sense of ____35____ in an unfamiliar land.
21. A. tough B. dangerous C. exciting D. rewarding
22. A. happiness B. interest C. loneliness D. guilt
23. A. upset B. cost C. challenged D. changed
24. A. drawn B. compared C. driven D. devoted
25. A. played B. hid C. slept D. relaxed
26. A. reject B. control C. cover D. mirror
27. A. praise B. sympathy C. forgiveness D. trust
28. A. escape from B. adapt to C. get around D. search for
29. A. bond B. plan C. habit D. skill
30. A. guidance B. independence C. confidence D. patience
31. A. courage B. acceptance C. assistance D. curiosity
32. A. innovation B. insight C. investigation D. investment
33. A. leaving B. widening C. bridging D. creating
34. A. open B. simple C. strong D. innocent
35. A. responsibility B. security C. belonging D. freedom
第二节：(共 15 小题； 每小题 1 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A tea culture salon may be the best way to experience China's tea ceremonies and culture in overseas ___36___(locate).
"Tea for Harmony” cultural salon in Bath, England on Friday was aimed___37___ both celebrating International Tea Day, which fell on May 21 and promising participants an opportunity___38___ (experience) teas and culture from Central China's Hubei province. The representative group from the Hubei Tea Association brought three types of tea to be enjoyed at the salon: Enshi Yulu, Yihong Black Tea, and Qingzhuan Tea.
The history of the teas on offer___39___ (date) back more than 1,000 years, and the crafting techniques of Enshi Yulu and Qingzhuan Tea have become national intangible cultural heritages. Each tea was presented with its ___40___ (appeal) tea ceremony, where a tea master introduced its area of origin and its distinct characteristics,___41___ demonstrated the particular way the tea should be prepared and appreciated. “Unique”, “delicate” and “wonderful”___42___ (be) words British participants used to describe their feelings during the tea tastings.
“Tea is such an important part of British culture that we have an entire meal ___43___ (create) that we have entirely dedicated to our afternoon tea. It's very important for us British to be in Bath in this afternoon,___44___ is the best and most elegant afternoon tea destination,” said Dianne Francombe, CEO of the Bristol and West of England China Bureau.
“Fine tea is more expressive than fine wine, and that experience, the flavors and delicacy of tea, is something ____45____(true) superb. I look forward to continued friendship with friends from China whenever you visit this region.”
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分 40 分)
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是某国际中学的学生会主席李华。最近，有很多同学睡眠不足，已严重影响到他们的学习。请你代表学生会用英语写一封倡议书，倡议大家健康作息，高效学习。内容包括：
1. 陈述现象；
2. 说明健康睡眠的重要性；
3. 提出倡议。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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第二节（满分 25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I didn’t like Del so much. He always called me the nickname “Germy”, which meant “dirty”, instead of my real name “Jamie”. Besides, he was known as a trouble-maker in school. So when the head teacher Mr. Smith asked Del to come to his office, I naturally thought that Del had done something mean to someone. Through the window, I caught sight of a smaller boy crying. Del seemed unhappy, too.
He did not return to class that day. All of us were discussing what had happened to him. What else could such an annoying boy do “He must have hit the boy and was sent home” I whispered to my friends. Their eyes widened. It felt good to see them so interested in what I said.
The next morning, the whole school was talking about Del being expelled(开除) for beating up a kid. I was surprised that my assumptions were passed on so quickly. So when Del walked into the classroom, all the kids were shocked. The kids next to him shift ed their desks away. “What’s your problem ” Del asked. “I don’t want you to attack me,” one kid said. Some laughed. “Yeah, I might,” said Del. I could tell he was joking, but many kids thought he admitted he did beat up someone.
During recess(课间休息), Del tried to join the kickball game. “Neither team wants you,” one of the players said. “Why ” Del asked, looking confused. “I always play with you guys.” They ignored him and went on playing. Del sat by himself while the rest of the school enjoyed their recess away from him. Del looked lonely and sad, much different from before. I started to feel sorry for him.
Later that day, I learned what really happened. The kid was Del’s little brother and he was crying because their mother fell ill and was sent to hospital. I felt even sorrier for what I said before. I started a rumor(谣言).
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。
At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game.
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Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over.
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2024-2025学年江苏省滨海县明达中学高三上学期第一次阶段检测
英语试题
答案版
全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
第一部分：听力 (共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节: (共 5 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 7.5 分)
1. What will the woman do
A. Leave for work. B. Make a call. C. Paint the house.
2. How will the man go to work next month
A. On foot. B. By bus. C. By subway.
3. Where probably are the speakers
A. In a hotel. B. In a café. C. In a school.
4. What is the man going to do with the spider next
A. Catch it. B. Kill it. C. Keep it.
5. How does the man sound
A. Angry. B. Sympathetic. C. Proud.
第二节: (共 15 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 22.5 分)
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. What can we say about the salad
A. It’s not to the man’s taste. B. It’s made by the woman. C. It’s a mixture of fruits and vegetables.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Mother and son. B. Brother and sister. C. Chef and customer.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. Where does the woman get the news from
A. The TV. B. The radio. C. The newspaper.
9. What type of talk show is the man passionate about
A. The one about nature. B. The one about films. C. The one about education.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. Why does the woman take her cat to the vet's
A. It needs a bath.
B. It has to have a routine checkup.
C. It had little desire to eat yesterday.
11. What does the woman feel about bathing her cat herself
A. It’s challenging. B. It’s time- consuming. C. It’s easy.
12. What do the speakers mainly talk about at the end of the conversation
A. The time for a medical check. B. The place to do some shopping. C. The tips for bathing a cat.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. Whose birthday will be celebrated in January
A. Jimmy’s. B. Millie’s. C. Noah’s.
14. What did Noah do to learn baking
A. He took classes. B. He bought books. C. He found a part- time job.
15. What is Noah’s attitude toward Millie’s suggestion
A. Favorable. B. Casual. C. Unfavorable.
16. Why did Millie cancel her plan
A. She wanted to visit a cold place. B. She had to help the man. C. She didn’t get the train ticket.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Chairing a meeting. B. Teaching a class. C. Giving a speech.
18. How many qualities does the speaker mention
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
19. What is an advantage of good teamwork according to the speaker
A. It makes people gain confidence.
B. It is good for making friends.
C. It helps students work in the real world.
20. What does the speaker think can encourage teamwork most
A. Sports games. B. Drama performances. C. Group presentations.
听力答案 略
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
2-hour Scooter Rental in Niagara Falls
If you want to avoid the queues (队列) and crowded areas of visitors, this activity is for you. You can visit scenery that most never do along the Niagara Gorge on an electric scooter (滑板车), which is easy to ride and makes getting from viewpoint to viewpoint fast and easy. You can cover about 34 miles of Niagara Falls State Park, the Niagara Gorge,and Whirlpool State Park all in 2 hours using a scooter.
What's Included
●Ninebot Max Electric Scooter
●Lock to lock up the electric scooter
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point End point
2 Old Falls St,Niagara Falls,NY 14303,USA This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Opening hours
5/13/2023-7/20/2025
Monday-Sunday: 10:00 AM-06:00 PM
Additional Information
*Confirmation will be received at time of booking
* Not wheelchair accessible
* Near public transportation
*Not recommended for pregnant(怀孕的)travelers
* No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
* Travelers should at least have an average physical fitness level
Click here to apply or call:
+1(702) 648-5873
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund
1. What is one advantage of renting an electric scooter .
A. It saves money. B. It covers all the routes.
C. It makes your tour easy. D. It helps to reduce accidents.
2. What does the activity offer travellers
A. Locks against theft. B. Facilities to keep healthy.
C. Assistance for the disabled. D. Guidebooks for Niagara Falls.
3. When can you call off the activity to get all your money back
A. After online confirmation. B. One day ahead of the tour.
C. The moment the tour starts. D. Twenty four hours after booking.
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. B
B
Class is in session , and Olivia Munn’s 22-month-old son Malcolm is a star student! The mother shared a new video of herself teaching her son Mandarin (普通话) before bed, and he nailed it!
“Chinese lessons ,” she wrote over a video of her and Malcolm reading a book before bed. Malcolm stood next to his mom to read the book with her. As Munn said the Mandarin word, the baby repeated it back in the cutest little voice, followed by a smile and a hug for his mama. You can even hear someone say “Aww!” in the background , which was likely Malcolm’s dad John Mulaney. Malcolm seemed so proud of himself,and he was so cute!
In her caption (字幕), Munn explained that the book was a gift from comedian Ali Wong.“Thank you @aliwong for our First 100 Mandarin Words book! Malcolm loves it!“ she said.
This video went viral. Actress Melanie Lynskey commented, “The love!!” Whitney Cummings commented, “My heart.” “Growing up multilingual (多语种的)is a magical gift,” one person said, “I’ll always be grateful for my mother insisting on speaking Arabic to us & giving us lessons.” Another person commented, “I love this family so much and it’s definitely the cutest family I’ve ever seen.”
The mother often introduces Malcolm to parts of his Asian root. They make noodles for the Lunar New Year, and she’s taken him shopping at an Asian market called H Mart. Now he’s learning how to speak Mandarin , and it’s so adorable.
In her latest video, Munn is reading My First Mandarin Words with Gordon & Li Li, written by Michele Wong. The official Gordon and Li Li account commented,“This is the sweetest! We’re so happy your little guy is having FUN learning Mandarin with Gordon & Li Li! Big thanks to @aliwong for sharing the Mandarin love!”
4. What does the underlined phrase“nailed it”probably mean
A. Got a rich reward. B. Hit the nail hard.
C. Messed things up. D. Did a fantastic job.
5. The second paragraph mainly tells us________.
A. a bedtime story B. an interactive scene
C. an amusing dad D. a reading competition
6. What can we learn about the video from paragraph 4
A. It is well received. B. It is full of imagination.
C. It changes the way of parenting. D. It inspires people to learn language.
7. Why is Malcolm exposed to Asian culture
A. To learn how to shop. B. To get to know his origin.
C. To prepare for an Asian trip. D. To develop his independence.
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. B
C
Growing up as a kid in the UK, I was fascinated by insects. Wanting to protect them, I started building houses for ants, using little pieces of wood and leaves. I then moved on to making little cups and saucers from silver foil (箔纸) for the magical creatures. When seeing my work, my mother told me that the smaller I made things, the bigger my name would become.
As the years went by, my designs became more complicated. Making sculptures isn’t actually enjoyable. I sometimes work for 16 hours a day without breaks, and it takes me up to three months to finish a sculpture. I have to hold my breath during the sculpting process.
One time, a fly landed on a Cinderella carriage sculpture I was working on. The fly’s wings blew it away, and it was lost. I was heartbroken. Another time, I accidentally breathed in a microscopic Alice from Alice in Wonderland. Alice is now in the Wonderland forever. But it did give me the chance to make an even better one the second time around.
My sculptures have taken me to incredible places. In 2012, I met the queen, giving her a crown on the head of a pin. In 2013, I received my first Guinness World Record for creating the smallest sculpture by hand, a 24-carat gold motorbike that fitted inside a hair. In 2017, I beat my record with a sculpture of a human fetus (胎儿) that measured 0.078 mm by 0.053 mm.
I was diagnosed with autism (自闭症) as an adult. In school, my teachers had pointed me out as an example of failure; now, I see my autism as a gift. It’s pushed me to be the best I can be. I hold workshops in schools for neurodiverse children, sharing my story and helping them create their own miniature figures.
The microscopic world has always been my happy place. I’ve tried to make bigger sculptures, but small is best for me. We need to appreciate the little things in life. Small things can also be mighty, too.
8 What drove the author to make tiny sculpture at the beginning
A. His interest in insects. B. His desire to make a name.
C. His dream of setting a record. D. His awareness of wildlife protection.
9. Which of the following can best describe the author’s sculpting process
A. Eventful and enjoyable. B. Complex and frustrating.
C. Money-wasting but entertaining. D. Time-consuming but fulfilling.
10. How does the author deal with his autism now
A. He receives medical treatment. B. He takes full advantage of it.
C. He regards it as the source of failure. D. He shares it and asks help from others.
11. What message does the author mainly convey through the text
A. Great art comes at a cost of loss. B. Childhood experiences sculpt a career.
C. Minor things in life can carry weight. D. Hard work contributes to great achievements.
【答案】8. A 9. D 10. B 11. C
D
Here’s a quick quiz. Person A does a favor for you. Person B asks you to do a favor for him. Who do you tend to like more Surprisingly, the answer is Person B. This quirk (怪癖) of human nature is known as the Ben Franklin Effect.
Benjamin Franklin came across the phenomenon in 1736 when serving as a clerk to the Pennsylvania Assembly. A powerful member didn’t care for Franklin and threatened to make life miserable for him. What to do Instead of winning him over with sweet talk, Franklin asked if he could borrow a rare and valuable book the man owned. This request altered the man’s attitude and paved the way for their friendship. Franklin’s takeaway: “He that has once done you a kindness will be ready to do you another, than he whom you yourself have obliged.”
Several studies have confirmed this. But how can we explain the Ben Franklin Effect Some psychologists refer to cognitive dissonance (失调). It’s difficult to hold two contradictory thoughts at the same time. It makes us uncomfortable. We resolve this tension by changing our mind. “I don’t like Joe, but I am doing him a favor,” we might think. “So maybe I do like him.”
While cognitive dissonance explains a lot, it alone doesn’t explain the Ben Franklin Effect. One 2015 study found that it was, rather, the affiliative (亲和的) motive that the requests convey. That is, we humans want to maintain good relations with other humans, and one way to achieve this is by doing favors for others. This explains a lot about altruistic behavior. We like being useful and, by extension, we like those who give us the opportunity to do so. It’s in our genes.
Yet there is much we still don’t know about the Ben Franklin Effect. Does it apply equally across cultures Is there a point beyond which asking a favor makes you less, not more likable Asking to borrow a book is one thing; asking to borrow a car is another.
12. Why does the author mention Benjamin Franklin’s experience
A. To illustrate a dilemma in making choices. B. To suggest a way of striking up friendships.
C. To stress the importance of strategic requests. D. To introduce the origin of the Ben Franklin Effect.
13. What is a reason for people’s tendency to like those asking for favors
A. Reducing the tension caused by social contact.
B. Increasing the chance of getting help in return.
C. Avoiding the discomfort from conflicting thoughts.
D. Establishing a cooperative community of shared trust.
14. What does the underlined word “altruistic” probably mean in paragraph 4
A. Selfless. B. Impolite. C. Aggressive. D. Responsible.
15. What does the author think of the Ben Franklin Effect
A. It makes little sense. B. It applies to most cultures.
C. It has situational limitations. D. It has great practical significance.
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. C
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。
We are all creatures of habit. We tend to wake up at the same time each day, brush our teeth, have morning coffee and travel to work, following the same patterns every day. ____16____
Behavioral scientists who study habit formation say that many of us try to create healthy habits the wrong way. ____17____ Here are two tips, backed by research, for forming new healthy habits.
____18____ For many of us, our morning routine is the strongest, so that’s a great place to build a new habit. While brushing your teeth, you might stand on one foot to practice balance. Many of us fall into end-of-the-day patterns as well. Do you tend to sink into the sofa after work and turn on the TV That might be a good time to do a single daily yoga pose.
____19____ Wendy Wood, a research psychologist, calls the forces that get in the way of good habits “friction”. In one study, researchers changed the turning of lift doors so that workers had to wait nearly half a minute for the doors to close. ____20____ Many people are therefore convinced that taking the stairs was easier than waiting for the lift. It shows how sensitive we are to small friction in our environment. Just slowing down the lift got people to take the stairs, and they stuck with it even after the lift went back to normal timing.
A. It was just enough of a delay.
B. Why do we stop doing what’s good for us
C. But why is it so hard to form new healthy habits
D. We probably form new habits when we clear away the barriers.
E. The better way to form a new habit is to tie it to an existing habit.
F. It explains why friction prevents the progress of forming good habits.
G. For example, we set big goals to lose weight without taking proper steps.
【答案】16. C 17. G 18. E 19. D 20. A
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 I was 24 I moved to America, 11,000 kilometers away from my homeland. This was ___21___, especially fitting into an unfamiliar environment. Working from home increased my ___22___, as I was cut off from social interactions. However, serving as a volunteer at a local animal shelter ___23___ everything.
Upon arriving at the shelter, I was ___24___ to a small, grey and white cat named Luna immediately. Found abandoned and terrified of humans, Luna ___25___ in the corner, shaking. Her lonely green eyes seemed to ___26___ my own sense of displacement in this foreign land. My task was to slowly gain Luna’s ___27___ and help her adjust, which felt similar to my efforts to ___28___ this new place.
As days turned into weeks, Luna and I developed a ___29___. The process of feeding her, speaking softly, and the ____30____ required to look after her made this little creature gradually open her heart to me. Her ____31____ encouraged me to step outside, make new friends, and become part of the community.
My time at the shelter provided a valuable ____32____ into settling down in a new country. It is an inspiring experience of ____33____ gaps of language and culture and a journey of personal growth. From it, I realized the value of time, love, and a(n) ____34____ heart in forming meaningful relationships. This journey aided me in finding a sense of ____35____ in an unfamiliar land.
21. A. tough B. dangerous C. exciting D. rewarding
22. A. happiness B. interest C. loneliness D. guilt
23. A. upset B. cost C. challenged D. changed
24. A. drawn B. compared C. driven D. devoted
25. A. played B. hid C. slept D. relaxed
26. A. reject B. control C. cover D. mirror
27. A. praise B. sympathy C. forgiveness D. trust
28. A. escape from B. adapt to C. get around D. search for
29. A. bond B. plan C. habit D. skill
30. A. guidance B. independence C. confidence D. patience
31. A. courage B. acceptance C. assistance D. curiosity
32. A. innovation B. insight C. investigation D. investment
33. A. leaving B. widening C. bridging D. creating
34. A. open B. simple C. strong D. innocent
35. A. responsibility B. security C. belonging D. freedom
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. D 27. D 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. B 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. C
第二节：(共 15 小题； 每小题 1 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A tea culture salon may be the best way to experience China's tea ceremonies and culture in overseas ___36___(locate).
"Tea for Harmony” cultural salon in Bath, England on Friday was aimed___37___ both celebrating International Tea Day, which fell on May 21 and promising participants an opportunity___38___ (experience) teas and culture from Central China's Hubei province. The representative group from the Hubei Tea Association brought three types of tea to be enjoyed at the salon: Enshi Yulu, Yihong Black Tea, and Qingzhuan Tea.
The history of the teas on offer___39___ (date) back more than 1,000 years, and the crafting techniques of Enshi Yulu and Qingzhuan Tea have become national intangible cultural heritages. Each tea was presented with its ___40___ (appeal) tea ceremony, where a tea master introduced its area of origin and its distinct characteristics,___41___ demonstrated the particular way the tea should be prepared and appreciated. “Unique”, “delicate” and “wonderful”___42___ (be) words British participants used to describe their feelings during the tea tastings.
“Tea is such an important part of British culture that we have an entire meal ___43___ (create) that we have entirely dedicated to our afternoon tea. It's very important for us British to be in Bath in this afternoon,___44___ is the best and most elegant afternoon tea destination,” said Dianne Francombe, CEO of the Bristol and West of England China Bureau.
“Fine tea is more expressive than fine wine, and that experience, the flavors and delicacy of tea, is something ____45____(true) superb. I look forward to continued friendship with friends from China whenever you visit this region.”
【答案】36. locations
37. at 38. to experience
39. dates 40. appealing
41. and 42. were
43. created
44. which 45. truly
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分 40 分)
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是某国际中学的学生会主席李华。最近，有很多同学睡眠不足，已严重影响到他们的学习。请你代表学生会用英语写一封倡议书，倡议大家健康作息，高效学习。内容包括：
1. 陈述现象；
2. 说明健康睡眠的重要性；
3. 提出倡议。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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【答案】 Recently, it has been common that some students don’t have enough sleep. Many students stay up late for varieties of reasons, such as heavy homework or being addicted to digital devices.
It’s important to sleep regularly and get enough sleep, which helps you stay healthy and concentrate on your study. If you stay up late frequently, you will find it hard to get up on time. Keeping active in class also becomes difficult. Besides, your own health will be harmed seriously.
Plan your time for homework, take physical exercise, and keep away from digital devices before sleep, and you will enjoy a healthy life.
第二节（满分 25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I didn’t like Del so much. He always called me the nickname “Germy”, which meant “dirty”, instead of my real name “Jamie”. Besides, he was known as a trouble-maker in school. So when the head teacher Mr. Smith asked Del to come to his office, I naturally thought that Del had done something mean to someone. Through the window, I caught sight of a smaller boy crying. Del seemed unhappy, too.
He did not return to class that day. All of us were discussing what had happened to him. What else could such an annoying boy do “He must have hit the boy and was sent home,” I whispered to my friends. Their eyes widened. It felt good to see them so interested in what I said.
The next morning, the whole school was talking about Del being expelled(开除) for beating up a kid. I was surprised that my assumptions were passed on so quickly. So when Del walked into the classroom, all the kids were shocked. The kids next to him shift ed their desks away. “What’s your problem ” Del asked. “I don’t want you to attack me,” one kid said. Some laughed. “Yeah, I might,” said Del. I could tell he was joking, but many kids thought he admitted he did beat up someone.
During recess(课间休息), Del tried to join the kickball game. “Neither team wants you,” one of the players said. “Why ” Del asked, looking confused. “I always play with you guys.” They ignored him and went on playing. Del sat by himself while the rest of the school enjoyed their recess away from him. Del looked lonely and sad, much different from before. I started to feel sorry for him.
Later that day, I learned what really happened. The kid was Del’s little brother and he was crying because their mother fell ill and was sent to hospital. I felt even sorrier for what I said before. I started a rumor(谣言).
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。
At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game.
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Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over.
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【答案】At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game. Not wanting him to feel left out, I walked over and sat down beside him. “Hey Germy,” he said. “My name is Jamie.” I replied. I wanted to apologize for starting that rumor about him, but I was too ashamed to say it out loudly. “Del, do you want to play kickball with us ” I asked instead. He looked surprised but happy at the same time. After a moment of silence, he nodded his head.
Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over. I stood up and shouted to the other kids, “Guys, come here! Let’s play kickball together! ” Some of them hesitated, but they eventually joined us. Del was smiling again and so were we. As we played, I realized that Del wasn’t as bad as I thought he was. He was just a normal kid who wanted to have fun and be accepted by others. From then on, whenever someone tried to start a rumor about him, I would stand up for him and tell them the truth about Del. We became good friends, and I learned an important lesson about judging people based on rumors.
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