2024-2025学年青海省大通县朔山中学高二开学考试英语试题（含答案）
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大通县朔山中学2024~2025学年度第一学期开学考试
高二英语
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
Welcome to Musée Rodin
The Musée Rodin, a hidden jewel in Paris, is actually the former residence of famed 19th-century sculptor Auguste Rodin. Here you can enjoy Rodin’s emotive sculptures, including The Walking Man, The Kiss and The Thinker, among many more. In addition to the sculptures, the museum houses 8,000 of the artist’s drawings in its collection — some of those are on display. Visitors will also get to view pieces from Rodin’s personal art collection, including paintings by Van Gogh.
Another big favorite for visitors, as much of a highlight as the art, is the beautiful on-site gardens. To travelers, the gardens create a peaceful atmosphere not found at other top Parisian museums.
Transport
The Musée Rodin is just a short walk from the Varenne stop and Saint-Francois-Xavier stop, both of which lie on Metro Line 13.
Opening times
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm.
Admission charges
Admission to the museum (including the gardens and permanent and temporary exhibits) costs 13 euros (around $14) per adult and is free for kids who are 17 and younger; audio guides cost an extra 6 euros (about $6). The museum is free to visit on the first Sunday of the month from October to March.
21. What makes Musée Rodin different from other top Parisian museums
A. On-site gardens. B. Many sculptures.
C. Personal art collections. D. Famous artists’ drawings.
22. When can you visit Musée Rodin
A. At 9:00 am on Monday. B. At 3:00 pm on Thursday.
C. At 7:00 pm on Friday. D. At 8:00 am on Sunday.
23. How much should a couple with a kid aged 5 pay to enter the museum on Tuesday
A. ?39. B. ?32. C. ?26. D. ?13.
B
Last Saturday, I went to the school playground to watch the final of the 4×100-metre relay at our annual sports tournament. It was an extraordinary experience and something I will never forget. Before the race, everyone was quiet and still. I had never imagined that the atmosphere at a sports event could be so intense. When the runners set off, everyone went wild! We all stood up and started cheering and shouting. It was like being hit by a huge wave of excitement. I could see the runners straining to run as fast as they could, while trying not to drop their batons at the change. The race was all over in just one minute. It was Li Chong, the fastest student in our school, who first crossed the finish line.
Everyone was on their feet, cheering. I was also caught up in the excitement and cheered so hard that I thought my lungs would burst! It was so wonderful to be part of this sporting moment and enjoy its speed and passion.
24. Where did the event take place
A. At the sports stadium. B. At the school PE room.
C. At the school playground. D. At the community center.
25. What event is described
A. An 800 meters race. B. A marathon race.
C. A 4×400 meters relay race. D. The final of the 4×100-metre relay.
26. How did the author feel about the experience
A. Bored. B. Excited. C. Disappointed. D. Indifferent.
27. What is the text mainly talking about
A. A sporting moment. B. The strategy of relay races.
C. The importance of physical fitness. D. The construction of school playgrounds.
C
Nobel Prize-winning theoretical physicist Frank Wilczek has been honored with this year’s Templeton Prize. The award recognizes individuals whose life’s work brings together science and spirituality.
Wilczek is known for his research into the laws of nature. In a statement, the John Templeton Foundation said his work changes “our understanding of the forces that govern our universe.” It said he used physics to address “the great questions of meaning and purpose pondered by generations of religious thinkers.”
John Templeton created the prize in 1972. It is one of the most highly valued prizes at more than $1.3 million. Past winners include Jane Goodall, Mother Teresa and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
Wilczek told The Associated Press, “It’s a company I’m very glad to join in.” He added, “It’s encouragement in a direction that I’ve really only taken up in a big way quite recently… which is thinking about not just what the world is and how it came to be this way but what we should do about it.”
Over a long career, Wilczek had many successes. He won the 2004 Nobel Prize along with David J. Gross, and H. David Politzer for their 1973 research explaining the unusual properties of the strong force. Wilczek is currently a physics professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Arizona State University and Stockholm University. He is also the founding director of Shanghai Jiao Tong University’s T. D. Lee Institute. He has also written several books that are informed by science but look into spiritual and philosophical questions.
Heather Dill is the Templeton Foundation president. In a statement, she said, “Like Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein, he is a natural philosopher who unites a curiosity about the behavior of nature with a playful and profound philosophical mind.”
28. What is Frank Wilczek famous for
A. His long-time efforts in philosophy. B. His study in natural science.
C. His gains in the chemical awards. D. His contribution in the field of art.
29 What does the underlined word “pondered” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Governed strictly. B. Designed seriously.
C. Considered carefully. D. Abandoned completely.
30. What does paragraph 5 focus on concerning Frank Wilezek
A. His hobbies. B. His advantages.
C. His expectations. D. His achievements.
31. What’s the purpose of the text
A. To advertise a book.
B. To introduce a great scientist.
C. To explain the difference of two prizes.
D. To stress the importance of science and philosophy.
D
For some people, nothing beats a long walk on a sandy beach. But there’s no denying that it’s not as easy or as fast to get around on the beach as it is on a road or a sidewalk. But why is it so hard to walk on sand
The problem with sand is that it’s soft; you “sink in” at each step. This forces you to use 2.1 to 2. 7 times more energy with every step you take. Another idea is that people walk more difficultly on soft than they do on hard surfaces, a study found. The researchers compared how people walked on foam (沫) and hard surfaces by analyzing the forces under their feet and how much oxygen each person consumed. They found that walking on soft surfaces, such as sand, mud and snow, caused people to take longer steps — actions that use more energy than walking on a hard surface.
But as experienced beach walkers know, there’s a way to make it easier to walk on sand: Just add water, When sand is wet, it becomes more compact (紧密), and walking on it is more similar to walking on hard surface. In other words, it’s much easier to cross a beach by walking along the shoreline, where the waves roll in and out. This is a balance though; too much water could make the sand soft once again. If water isn’t an option, there is another way to make walking on sand easier — increasing your surface area. This could be accomplished by wearing shoes.
Although it’s more difficult, there are some good reasons to exercise on sand. The impact forces are lower on sand than on hard surface. Research suggests that walking across sand is much easier on your joints (关节) and muscles, especially compared with an unforgiving surface such as concrete (混凝土). This means sand is a better surface for helping athletes recover more quickly from workouts.
32. Why is the question raised in the first paragraph
A. To show problems. B. To call up readers’ memories.
C. To invite readers to answer it. D. To draw readers’ attention to the topic.
33 How can you walk on sand more easily
A. By putting on shoes. B. By taking longer steps.
C. By walking in the water. D. By using special breath methods.
34. Which of the following surfaces is unsuitable for athletes’ training
A. Sand. B. Concrete.
C. Foam. D. Snow.
35. What may be the best title for the text
A. Tips for Beach Vacation B. All Kinds of Sports on the Sand
C. Why Is It So Hard to Walk on Sand D. Where Are We With the Sand Research
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。
How to Get Along With Friends
Friendships can have a major impact on your health and happiness, but it’s not always easy to develop friendships. The following are some tips for you.
Be positive
____36____. If you’re someone who likes to discuss hopeless-sounding situations, that’s OK, but remember to talk about more cheerful topics, too. Discussing books or sharing funny stories are better for your friendships. Of course, if something bad happens, it’s OK to ask your friends for support. You’re not expected to be positive all the time.
____37____
Listening helps you learn about your friends and support them when they need it. Give your friends your full attention, and make mental notes about the important things in their lives—like the names of their loved ones, things they like and major things that have happened or are happening in their lives. ____38____, don’t immediately share your experiences or advice. Instead, ask them, “How are you feeling about it ” or “What do you plan to do about that ”
Make time for each other
Spending time with your friends has a huge impact, whether it’s for a few minutes or for several hours. ____39____. If you can’t easily see your friends in person, try texting each other or having video calls. It certainly doesn’t replace an in-person hangout, but it’s a good way to keep in touch.
Calmly discuss problems one-on-one
If your friends are doing something that’s bothering you, it doesn’t help to give them the silent treatment or leave them out. Instead, talk to them one-on-one about what’s bothering you, and calmly share how you feel about it. For example, if your friends have given you an embarrassing (令人尴尬的) nickname, pull them aside and say, “I know you’re trying to be funny, but when you call me that, I get really embarrassed. ____40____.”
A. Listen to them
B. Please don’t call me that
C. Focusing on the upside makes you a better friend
D If you answer telephone calls only during certain hours
E. If your friend shares something that they’re struggling with
F. Talking directly to your friend is the best way to solve an issue
G. Schedule fun activities with your friends, or just find time to talk for a while
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。
Tina Turner’s death reminded me of the day I first discovered her voice. I was on Thanksgiving break—bored—when I tried to look through my parents’ old records ____41____ entertainment. What I found was an album called “Private Dancer”.
“Who was this woman ” I thought as the song I Might Have Been Queen ____42____. “What had she been through ”
I quickly ____43____ an expert on the matter: my mom, who as a teenager in the 1960s, had been listening to Tina. Mom didn’t sugarcoat the superstar’s sad family life: Off-stage, her husband was ____44____ her. It was something Mom—and most others—didn’t know when she and Dad first went to see her ____45____ in the 1970s.
It was shocking and ____46____ to hear. But Mom also told me about Tina’s ____47____ despite her suffering and said that the concert was ____48____.
I wanted to ____49____ this. Five years later, I did.
In 1997, we made the five-hour drive from our home in Doyline, Louisiana, to The Woodlands, Texas, to _____50_____ Tina on her Wildest Dreams world tour.
I was amazed. Her endearing smile and air kisses to the _____51_____ made it seem like she really was _____52_____ we were there. My uncle who had waited in line for hours to buy the tickets for our lawn seats said after the show, “Kids, tonight you’ve been in the presence of _____53_____.”
That night was also a moment of personal awakening. It wasn’t just an unbelievable performance; it was also part of my parents’ _____54_____ to broaden my worldview. Tina _____55_____ them to do that.
41. A. in advance of B. in search of C. in case of D. in memory of
42. A. jumped up B. ran off C. flowed out D. settled down
43. A. asked B. paid C. hired D. missed
44. A. supporting B. forgiving C. hugging D. beating
45. A. home B. children C. performance D. wedding
46. A. amusing B. sickening C. amazing D. entertaining
47. A. hobbies B. looks C. manners D. achievements
48. A. wonderful B. boring C. late D. expensive
49. A. hate B. take C. experience D. ignore
50. A. interview B. protect C. teach D. watch
51. A. friends B. fans C. families D. players
52. A. happy B. ashamed C. true D. concerned
53. A. attraction B. greatness C. recognition D. honesty
54. A. style B. curiosity C. confidence D. design
55. A. pushed B. respected C. helped D. thanked
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。
Charlie Chaplin was a British actor, film maker and composer. He became famous in the 1910s, when films were ____56____ (silence) in black and white.
Charlie Chaplin ____57____ (be) one of the best comedy actors of his time because he knew how to use his body and facial features to make people laugh. ____58____ my opinion, the funniest thing about Charlie Chaplin was ____59____ way he walked while he was acting as the Tramp, ____60____ is his most famous character. The Tramp is a poor man with a kind heart who has unexpected adventures. These adventures, often ____61____ (involve) the police, are ____62____ (usual) the funniest scenes.
My favorite Charlie Chaplin film is Modern Times and my favorite scene is in the factory where Charlie Chaplin is working on a production line. When a bee starts circling around Charlie’s face, he ____63____ (fall) behind with his work. It’s so funny ____64____ (watch) him trying to keep up!
I think the power of Charlie Chaplin’s works is not only in his acting, but also in the stories and the ____65____ (character) he created. The Tramp is the symbol of the silent cinema and even after so many years, he is still able to make people laugh.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，你校的国际联谊学校下周将来学校访问，届时会准备一场联谊晚会，学校安排外教John选拔一名学生主持人，请你给John写一封推荐信，推荐你的同班同学张莉，内容包括：
1.写信目；
2.推荐理由。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
参考词汇：联谊晚会Connection and Friendship Evening
Dear John,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was a beautiful May morning. As usual, I started my day by sitting outside breathing the fresh air as I read my book and drank my coffee. Afterwards, there were two things I was determined to do. First, make sure my husband got our small Christmas trees down from the attic(阁楼) and, second, take several bags of clothes, blankets and comforters to the donation center. I had been faithful in doing that every year, but for whatever reason, I had delayed this year and the bags were now piling up and overflowing.
After reading for a while, I went into the bedroom to ask my husband to bring the trees down. He was asleep so I figured I’d surprise him and get them down by myself.
I went to the garage to access the attic storage and moved our tall metal ladder into place. I had to move the bags of clothing and blankets out of the way, determined once again to get those to the donation center.
I climbed the ladder, and two steps from the top I was able to reach up and push open the attic door. Then, with my feet on the very last step and part of my upper body in the attic, I saw my trees. I awkwardly raised my leg to climb onto the attic floor. Looking down, and then looking up again, I decided that this was actually too much for me. I should wait for my husband to get them.
As I stepped down, my foot missed the shaky ladder’s step. With one foot swinging and the other on the top step, I grabbed(抓住) the attic floorboard and called my husband. Unfortunately, he couldn’t hear me. As I went to take another step down, the ladder suddenly came out from under me, loudly crashing onto the concrete(混凝土的) garage floor, leaving me hanging from the attic with sweaty hands. In that second, which seemed like a century, I prayed and then called my husband.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
With my body swinging in midair and my hands slowly sliding closer to the edge, I fell.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Arriving at the emergency center, I anxiously waited to see the doctor.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
大通县朔山中学2024~2025学年度第一学期开学考试
高二英语
答案版
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
Welcome to Musée Rodin
The Musée Rodin, a hidden jewel in Paris, is actually the former residence of famed 19th-century sculptor Auguste Rodin. Here you can enjoy Rodin’s emotive sculptures, including The Walking Man, The Kiss and The Thinker, among many more. In addition to the sculptures, the museum houses 8,000 of the artist’s drawings in its collection — some of those are on display. Visitors will also get to view pieces from Rodin’s personal art collection, including paintings by Van Gogh.
Another big favorite for visitors, as much of a highlight as the art, is the beautiful on-site gardens. To travelers, the gardens create a peaceful atmosphere not found at other top Parisian museums.
Transport
The Musée Rodin is just a short walk from the Varenne stop and Saint-Francois-Xavier stop, both of which lie on Metro Line 13.
Opening times
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm.
Admission charges
Admission to the museum (including the gardens and permanent and temporary exhibits) costs 13 euros (around $14) per adult and is free for kids who are 17 and younger; audio guides cost an extra 6 euros (about $6). The museum is free to visit on the first Sunday of the month from October to March.
21. What makes Musée Rodin different from other top Parisian museums
A. On-site gardens. B. Many sculptures.
C. Personal art collections. D. Famous artists’ drawings.
22. When can you visit Musée Rodin
A. At 9:00 am on Monday. B. At 3:00 pm on Thursday.
C. At 7:00 pm on Friday. D. At 8:00 am on Sunday.
23. How much should a couple with a kid aged 5 pay to enter the museum on Tuesday
A. ?39. B. ?32. C. ?26. D. ?13.
【答案】21. A 22. B 23. C
B
Last Saturday, I went to the school playground to watch the final of the 4×100-metre relay at our annual sports tournament. It was an extraordinary experience and something I will never forget. Before the race, everyone was quiet and still. I had never imagined that the atmosphere at a sports event could be so intense. When the runners set off, everyone went wild! We all stood up and started cheering and shouting. It was like being hit by a huge wave of excitement. I could see the runners straining to run as fast as they could, while trying not to drop their batons at the change. The race was all over in just one minute. It was Li Chong, the fastest student in our school, who first crossed the finish line.
Everyone was on their feet, cheering. I was also caught up in the excitement and cheered so hard that I thought my lungs would burst! It was so wonderful to be part of this sporting moment and enjoy its speed and passion.
24. Where did the event take place
A. At the sports stadium. B. At the school PE room.
C. At the school playground. D. At the community center.
25. What event is described
A. An 800 meters race. B. A marathon race.
C. A 4×400 meters relay race. D. The final of the 4×100-metre relay.
26. How did the author feel about the experience
A. Bored. B. Excited. C. Disappointed. D. Indifferent.
27. What is the text mainly talking about
A. A sporting moment. B. The strategy of relay races.
C. The importance of physical fitness. D. The construction of school playgrounds.
【答案】24. C 25. D 26. B 27. A
C
Nobel Prize-winning theoretical physicist Frank Wilczek has been honored with this year’s Templeton Prize. The award recognizes individuals whose life’s work brings together science and spirituality.
Wilczek is known for his research into the laws of nature. In a statement, the John Templeton Foundation said his work changes “our understanding of the forces that govern our universe.” It said he used physics to address “the great questions of meaning and purpose pondered by generations of religious thinkers.”
John Templeton created the prize in 1972. It is one of the most highly valued prizes at more than $1.3 million. Past winners include Jane Goodall, Mother Teresa and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
Wilczek told The Associated Press, “It’s a company I’m very glad to join in.” He added, “It’s encouragement in a direction that I’ve really only taken up in a big way quite recently… which is thinking about not just what the world is and how it came to be this way but what we should do about it.”
Over a long career, Wilczek had many successes. He won the 2004 Nobel Prize along with David J. Gross, and H. David Politzer for their 1973 research explaining the unusual properties of the strong force. Wilczek is currently a physics professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Arizona State University and Stockholm University. He is also the founding director of Shanghai Jiao Tong University’s T. D. Lee Institute. He has also written several books that are informed by science but look into spiritual and philosophical questions.
Heather Dill is the Templeton Foundation president. In a statement, she said, “Like Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein, he is a natural philosopher who unites a curiosity about the behavior of nature with a playful and profound philosophical mind.”
28. What is Frank Wilczek famous for
A. His long-time efforts in philosophy. B. His study in natural science.
C. His gains in the chemical awards. D. His contribution in the field of art.
29. What does the underlined word “pondered” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Governed strictly. B. Designed seriously.
C. Considered carefully. D. Abandoned completely.
30. What does paragraph 5 focus on concerning Frank Wilezek
A. His hobbies. B. His advantages.
C. His expectations. D. His achievements.
31. What’s the purpose of the text
A. To advertise a book.
B. To introduce a great scientist.
C. To explain the difference of two prizes.
D. To stress the importance of science and philosophy.
【答案】28. B 29. C 30. D 31. B
D
For some people, nothing beats a long walk on a sandy beach. But there’s no denying that it’s not as easy or as fast to get around on the beach as it is on a road or a sidewalk. But why is it so hard to walk on sand
The problem with sand is that it’s soft; you “sink in” at each step. This forces you to use 2.1 to 2. 7 times more energy with every step you take. Another idea is that people walk more difficultly on soft than they do on hard surfaces, a study found. The researchers compared how people walked on foam (沫) and hard surfaces by analyzing the forces under their feet and how much oxygen each person consumed. They found that walking on soft surfaces, such as sand, mud and snow, caused people to take longer steps — actions that use more energy than walking on a hard surface.
But as experienced beach walkers know, there’s a way to make it easier to walk on sand: Just add water, When sand is wet, it becomes more compact (紧密), and walking on it is more similar to walking on hard surface. In other words, it’s much easier to cross a beach by walking along the shoreline, where the waves roll in and out. This is a balance though; too much water could make the sand soft once again. If water isn’t an option, there is another way to make walking on sand easier — increasing your surface area. This could be accomplished by wearing shoes.
Although it’s more difficult, there are some good reasons to exercise on sand. The impact forces are lower on sand than on hard surface. Research suggests that walking across sand is much easier on your joints (关节) and muscles, especially compared with an unforgiving surface such as concrete (混凝土). This means sand is a better surface for helping athletes recover more quickly from workouts.
32. Why is the question raised in the first paragraph
A. To show problems. B. To call up readers’ memories.
C. To invite readers to answer it. D. To draw readers’ attention to the topic.
33. How can you walk on sand more easily
A. By putting on shoes. B. By taking longer steps.
C. By walking in the water. D. By using special breath methods.
34. Which of the following surfaces is unsuitable for athletes’ training
A. Sand. B. Concrete.
C. Foam. D. Snow.
35. What may be the best title for the text
A. Tips for Beach Vacation B. All Kinds of Sports on the Sand
C. Why Is It So Hard to Walk on Sand D. Where Are We With the Sand Research
【答案】32. D 33. A 34. B 35. 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。
How to Get Along With Friends
Friendships can have a major impact on your health and happiness, but it’s not always easy to develop friendships. The following are some tips for you.
Be positive
____36____. If you’re someone who likes to discuss hopeless-sounding situations, that’s OK, but remember to talk about more cheerful topics, too. Discussing books or sharing funny stories are better for your friendships. Of course, if something bad happens, it’s OK to ask your friends for support. You’re not expected to be positive all the time.
____37____
Listening helps you learn about your friends and support them when they need it. Give your friends your full attention, and make mental notes about the important things in their lives—like the names of their loved ones, things they like and major things that have happened or are happening in their lives. ____38____, don’t immediately share your experiences or advice. Instead, ask them, “How are you feeling about it ” or “What do you plan to do about that ”
Make time for each other
Spending time with your friends has a huge impact, whether it’s for a few minutes or for several hours. ____39____. If you can’t easily see your friends in person, try texting each other or having video calls. It certainly doesn’t replace an in-person hangout, but it’s a good way to keep in touch.
Calmly discuss problems one-on-one
If your friends are doing something that’s bothering you, it doesn’t help to give them the silent treatment or leave them out. Instead, talk to them one-on-one about what’s bothering you, and calmly share how you feel about it. For example, if your friends have given you an embarrassing (令人尴尬的) nickname, pull them aside and say, “I know you’re trying to be funny, but when you call me that, I get really embarrassed. ____40____.”
A. Listen to them
B. Please don’t call me that
C. Focusing on the upside makes you a better friend
D. If you answer telephone calls only during certain hours
E. If your friend shares something that they’re struggling with
F. Talking directly to your friend is the best way to solve an issue
G. Schedule fun activities with your friends, or just find time to talk for a while
【答案】36. C 37. A 38. E 39. G 40. B
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。
Tina Turner’s death reminded me of the day I first discovered her voice. I was on Thanksgiving break—bored—when I tried to look through my parents’ old records ____41____ entertainment. What I found was an album called “Private Dancer”.
“Who was this woman ” I thought as the song I Might Have Been Queen ____42____. “What had she been through ”
I quickly ____43____ an expert on the matter: my mom, who as a teenager in the 1960s, had been listening to Tina. Mom didn’t sugarcoat the superstar’s sad family life: Off-stage, her husband was ____44____ her. It was something Mom—and most others—didn’t know when she and Dad first went to see her ____45____ in the 1970s.
It was shocking and ____46____ to hear. But Mom also told me about Tina’s ____47____ despite her suffering and said that the concert was ____48____.
I wanted to ____49____ this. Five years later, I did.
In 1997, we made the five-hour drive from our home in Doyline, Louisiana, to The Woodlands, Texas, to _____50_____ Tina on her Wildest Dreams world tour.
I was amazed. Her endearing smile and air kisses to the _____51_____ made it seem like she really was _____52_____ we were there. My uncle who had waited in line for hours to buy the tickets for our lawn seats said after the show, “Kids, tonight you’ve been in the presence of _____53_____.”
That night was also a moment of personal awakening. It wasn’t just an unbelievable performance; it was also part of my parents’ _____54_____ to broaden my worldview. Tina _____55_____ them to do that.
41. A. in advance of B. in search of C. in case of D. in memory of
42. A. jumped up B. ran off C. flowed out D. settled down
43. A. asked B. paid C. hired D. missed
44. A. supporting B. forgiving C. hugging D. beating
45. A. home B. children C. performance D. wedding
46. A. amusing B. sickening C. amazing D. entertaining
47. A. hobbies B. looks C. manners D. achievements
48. A. wonderful B. boring C. late D. expensive
49. A. hate B. take C. experience D. ignore
50. A. interview B. protect C. teach D. watch
51. A. friends B. fans C. families D. players
52. A. happy B. ashamed C. true D. concerned
53. A. attraction B. greatness C. recognition D. honesty
54. A. style B. curiosity C. confidence D. design
55. A. pushed B. respected C. helped D. thanked
【答案】41. B 42. C 43. A 44. D 45. C 46. B 47. D 48. A 49. C 50. D 51. B 52. A 53. B 54. D 55. C
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Charlie Chaplin was a British actor, film maker and composer. He became famous in the 1910s, when films were ____56____ (silence) in black and white.
Charlie Chaplin ____57____ (be) one of the best comedy actors of his time because he knew how to use his body and facial features to make people laugh. ____58____ my opinion, the funniest thing about Charlie Chaplin was ____59____ way he walked while he was acting as the Tramp, ____60____ is his most famous character. The Tramp is a poor man with a kind heart who has unexpected adventures. These adventures, often ____61____ (involve) the police, are ____62____ (usual) the funniest scenes.
My favorite Charlie Chaplin film is Modern Times and my favorite scene is in the factory where Charlie Chaplin is working on a production line. When a bee starts circling around Charlie’s face, he ____63____ (fall) behind with his work. It’s so funny ____64____ (watch) him trying to keep up!
I think the power of Charlie Chaplin’s works is not only in his acting, but also in the stories and the ____65____ (character) he created. The Tramp is the symbol of the silent cinema and even after so many years, he is still able to make people laugh.
【答案】56. silent
57. was##is
58. In 59. the
60. who 61. involving
62. usually
63. falls 64. to watch
65. characters
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，你校的国际联谊学校下周将来学校访问，届时会准备一场联谊晚会，学校安排外教John选拔一名学生主持人，请你给John写一封推荐信，推荐你的同班同学张莉，内容包括：
1.写信目的；
2.推荐理由。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
参考词汇：联谊晚会Connection and Friendship Evening
Dear John,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear John,
I am writing to recommend ZhangLi as the host of the coming Connection and Friendship Evening.
Humorous and outgoing, she never fails to make us feel at ease. Besides, she can speak English fluently and accurately. Moreover, she has the experience of being a host in the New Year party, which left us a great impression. She knows exactly what makes a good host.
I sincerely hope you can consider my recommendation because she is the right person you are looking for.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was a beautiful May morning. As usual, I started my day by sitting outside breathing the fresh air as I read my book and drank my coffee. Afterwards, there were two things I was determined to do. First, make sure my husband got our small Christmas trees down from the attic(阁楼) and, second, take several bags of clothes, blankets and comforters to the donation center. I had been faithful in doing that every year, but for whatever reason, I had delayed this year and the bags were now piling up and overflowing.
After reading for a while, I went into the bedroom to ask my husband to bring the trees down. He was asleep so I figured I’d surprise him and get them down by myself.
I went to the garage to access the attic storage and moved our tall metal ladder into place. I had to move the bags of clothing and blankets out of the way, determined once again to get those to the donation center.
I climbed the ladder, and two steps from the top I was able to reach up and push open the attic door. Then, with my feet on the very last step and part of my upper body in the attic, I saw my trees. I awkwardly raised my leg to climb onto the attic floor. Looking down, and then looking up again, I decided that this was actually too much for me. I should wait for my husband to get them.
As I stepped down, my foot missed the shaky ladder’s step. With one foot swinging and the other on the top step, I grabbed(抓住) the attic floorboard and called my husband. Unfortunately, he couldn’t hear me. As I went to take another step down, the ladder suddenly came out from under me, loudly crashing onto the concrete(混凝土的) garage floor, leaving me hanging from the attic with sweaty hands. In that second, which seemed like a century, I prayed and then called my husband.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
With my body swinging in midair and my hands slowly sliding closer to the edge, I fell.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Arriving at the emergency center, I anxiously waited to see the doctor.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】One possible version:
With my body swinging in midair and my hands slowly sliding closer to the edge, I fell. My entire body except my left foot landed on the bags of clothes and comforters that I had just moved! As my foot slammed into the concrete floor, I heard it crack as pain shot through my leg. Lying on the bags, I weakly yelled, “Help me!” My husband rushed in, picking me up and taking me to the hospital. As he drove, he said with tears in his eyes, “Thank God you fell on those bags. It’s a blessing that they were even out there!”
Arriving at the emergency center, I anxiously waited to see the doctor. The doctor was surprised about what had happened to me and called me his miracle patient. Having carefully examined me, the doctor told me that I just broke my foot and it would take me several weeks to recover. He said it was lucky that I wasn’t injured more than I was. It was those bags that saved me from severe disaster or even death. Hearing the doctor’s words, my husband hugged me with gratitude. What a coincidence it was!
高二英语
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
Welcome to Musée Rodin
The Musée Rodin, a hidden jewel in Paris, is actually the former residence of famed 19th-century sculptor Auguste Rodin. Here you can enjoy Rodin’s emotive sculptures, including The Walking Man, The Kiss and The Thinker, among many more. In addition to the sculptures, the museum houses 8,000 of the artist’s drawings in its collection — some of those are on display. Visitors will also get to view pieces from Rodin’s personal art collection, including paintings by Van Gogh.
Another big favorite for visitors, as much of a highlight as the art, is the beautiful on-site gardens. To travelers, the gardens create a peaceful atmosphere not found at other top Parisian museums.
Transport
The Musée Rodin is just a short walk from the Varenne stop and Saint-Francois-Xavier stop, both of which lie on Metro Line 13.
Opening times
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm.
Admission charges
Admission to the museum (including the gardens and permanent and temporary exhibits) costs 13 euros (around $14) per adult and is free for kids who are 17 and younger; audio guides cost an extra 6 euros (about $6). The museum is free to visit on the first Sunday of the month from October to March.
21. What makes Musée Rodin different from other top Parisian museums
A. On-site gardens. B. Many sculptures.
C. Personal art collections. D. Famous artists’ drawings.
22. When can you visit Musée Rodin
A. At 9:00 am on Monday. B. At 3:00 pm on Thursday.
C. At 7:00 pm on Friday. D. At 8:00 am on Sunday.
23. How much should a couple with a kid aged 5 pay to enter the museum on Tuesday
A. ?39. B. ?32. C. ?26. D. ?13.
B
Last Saturday, I went to the school playground to watch the final of the 4×100-metre relay at our annual sports tournament. It was an extraordinary experience and something I will never forget. Before the race, everyone was quiet and still. I had never imagined that the atmosphere at a sports event could be so intense. When the runners set off, everyone went wild! We all stood up and started cheering and shouting. It was like being hit by a huge wave of excitement. I could see the runners straining to run as fast as they could, while trying not to drop their batons at the change. The race was all over in just one minute. It was Li Chong, the fastest student in our school, who first crossed the finish line.
Everyone was on their feet, cheering. I was also caught up in the excitement and cheered so hard that I thought my lungs would burst! It was so wonderful to be part of this sporting moment and enjoy its speed and passion.
24. Where did the event take place
A. At the sports stadium. B. At the school PE room.
C. At the school playground. D. At the community center.
25. What event is described
A. An 800 meters race. B. A marathon race.
C. A 4×400 meters relay race. D. The final of the 4×100-metre relay.
26. How did the author feel about the experience
A. Bored. B. Excited. C. Disappointed. D. Indifferent.
27. What is the text mainly talking about
A. A sporting moment. B. The strategy of relay races.
C. The importance of physical fitness. D. The construction of school playgrounds.
C
Nobel Prize-winning theoretical physicist Frank Wilczek has been honored with this year’s Templeton Prize. The award recognizes individuals whose life’s work brings together science and spirituality.
Wilczek is known for his research into the laws of nature. In a statement, the John Templeton Foundation said his work changes “our understanding of the forces that govern our universe.” It said he used physics to address “the great questions of meaning and purpose pondered by generations of religious thinkers.”
John Templeton created the prize in 1972. It is one of the most highly valued prizes at more than $1.3 million. Past winners include Jane Goodall, Mother Teresa and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
Wilczek told The Associated Press, “It’s a company I’m very glad to join in.” He added, “It’s encouragement in a direction that I’ve really only taken up in a big way quite recently… which is thinking about not just what the world is and how it came to be this way but what we should do about it.”
Over a long career, Wilczek had many successes. He won the 2004 Nobel Prize along with David J. Gross, and H. David Politzer for their 1973 research explaining the unusual properties of the strong force. Wilczek is currently a physics professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Arizona State University and Stockholm University. He is also the founding director of Shanghai Jiao Tong University’s T. D. Lee Institute. He has also written several books that are informed by science but look into spiritual and philosophical questions.
Heather Dill is the Templeton Foundation president. In a statement, she said, “Like Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein, he is a natural philosopher who unites a curiosity about the behavior of nature with a playful and profound philosophical mind.”
28. What is Frank Wilczek famous for
A. His long-time efforts in philosophy. B. His study in natural science.
C. His gains in the chemical awards. D. His contribution in the field of art.
29 What does the underlined word “pondered” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Governed strictly. B. Designed seriously.
C. Considered carefully. D. Abandoned completely.
30. What does paragraph 5 focus on concerning Frank Wilezek
A. His hobbies. B. His advantages.
C. His expectations. D. His achievements.
31. What’s the purpose of the text
A. To advertise a book.
B. To introduce a great scientist.
C. To explain the difference of two prizes.
D. To stress the importance of science and philosophy.
D
For some people, nothing beats a long walk on a sandy beach. But there’s no denying that it’s not as easy or as fast to get around on the beach as it is on a road or a sidewalk. But why is it so hard to walk on sand
The problem with sand is that it’s soft; you “sink in” at each step. This forces you to use 2.1 to 2. 7 times more energy with every step you take. Another idea is that people walk more difficultly on soft than they do on hard surfaces, a study found. The researchers compared how people walked on foam (沫) and hard surfaces by analyzing the forces under their feet and how much oxygen each person consumed. They found that walking on soft surfaces, such as sand, mud and snow, caused people to take longer steps — actions that use more energy than walking on a hard surface.
But as experienced beach walkers know, there’s a way to make it easier to walk on sand: Just add water, When sand is wet, it becomes more compact (紧密), and walking on it is more similar to walking on hard surface. In other words, it’s much easier to cross a beach by walking along the shoreline, where the waves roll in and out. This is a balance though; too much water could make the sand soft once again. If water isn’t an option, there is another way to make walking on sand easier — increasing your surface area. This could be accomplished by wearing shoes.
Although it’s more difficult, there are some good reasons to exercise on sand. The impact forces are lower on sand than on hard surface. Research suggests that walking across sand is much easier on your joints (关节) and muscles, especially compared with an unforgiving surface such as concrete (混凝土). This means sand is a better surface for helping athletes recover more quickly from workouts.
32. Why is the question raised in the first paragraph
A. To show problems. B. To call up readers’ memories.
C. To invite readers to answer it. D. To draw readers’ attention to the topic.
33 How can you walk on sand more easily
A. By putting on shoes. B. By taking longer steps.
C. By walking in the water. D. By using special breath methods.
34. Which of the following surfaces is unsuitable for athletes’ training
A. Sand. B. Concrete.
C. Foam. D. Snow.
35. What may be the best title for the text
A. Tips for Beach Vacation B. All Kinds of Sports on the Sand
C. Why Is It So Hard to Walk on Sand D. Where Are We With the Sand Research
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。
How to Get Along With Friends
Friendships can have a major impact on your health and happiness, but it’s not always easy to develop friendships. The following are some tips for you.
Be positive
____36____. If you’re someone who likes to discuss hopeless-sounding situations, that’s OK, but remember to talk about more cheerful topics, too. Discussing books or sharing funny stories are better for your friendships. Of course, if something bad happens, it’s OK to ask your friends for support. You’re not expected to be positive all the time.
____37____
Listening helps you learn about your friends and support them when they need it. Give your friends your full attention, and make mental notes about the important things in their lives—like the names of their loved ones, things they like and major things that have happened or are happening in their lives. ____38____, don’t immediately share your experiences or advice. Instead, ask them, “How are you feeling about it ” or “What do you plan to do about that ”
Make time for each other
Spending time with your friends has a huge impact, whether it’s for a few minutes or for several hours. ____39____. If you can’t easily see your friends in person, try texting each other or having video calls. It certainly doesn’t replace an in-person hangout, but it’s a good way to keep in touch.
Calmly discuss problems one-on-one
If your friends are doing something that’s bothering you, it doesn’t help to give them the silent treatment or leave them out. Instead, talk to them one-on-one about what’s bothering you, and calmly share how you feel about it. For example, if your friends have given you an embarrassing (令人尴尬的) nickname, pull them aside and say, “I know you’re trying to be funny, but when you call me that, I get really embarrassed. ____40____.”
A. Listen to them
B. Please don’t call me that
C. Focusing on the upside makes you a better friend
D If you answer telephone calls only during certain hours
E. If your friend shares something that they’re struggling with
F. Talking directly to your friend is the best way to solve an issue
G. Schedule fun activities with your friends, or just find time to talk for a while
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。
Tina Turner’s death reminded me of the day I first discovered her voice. I was on Thanksgiving break—bored—when I tried to look through my parents’ old records ____41____ entertainment. What I found was an album called “Private Dancer”.
“Who was this woman ” I thought as the song I Might Have Been Queen ____42____. “What had she been through ”
I quickly ____43____ an expert on the matter: my mom, who as a teenager in the 1960s, had been listening to Tina. Mom didn’t sugarcoat the superstar’s sad family life: Off-stage, her husband was ____44____ her. It was something Mom—and most others—didn’t know when she and Dad first went to see her ____45____ in the 1970s.
It was shocking and ____46____ to hear. But Mom also told me about Tina’s ____47____ despite her suffering and said that the concert was ____48____.
I wanted to ____49____ this. Five years later, I did.
In 1997, we made the five-hour drive from our home in Doyline, Louisiana, to The Woodlands, Texas, to _____50_____ Tina on her Wildest Dreams world tour.
I was amazed. Her endearing smile and air kisses to the _____51_____ made it seem like she really was _____52_____ we were there. My uncle who had waited in line for hours to buy the tickets for our lawn seats said after the show, “Kids, tonight you’ve been in the presence of _____53_____.”
That night was also a moment of personal awakening. It wasn’t just an unbelievable performance; it was also part of my parents’ _____54_____ to broaden my worldview. Tina _____55_____ them to do that.
41. A. in advance of B. in search of C. in case of D. in memory of
42. A. jumped up B. ran off C. flowed out D. settled down
43. A. asked B. paid C. hired D. missed
44. A. supporting B. forgiving C. hugging D. beating
45. A. home B. children C. performance D. wedding
46. A. amusing B. sickening C. amazing D. entertaining
47. A. hobbies B. looks C. manners D. achievements
48. A. wonderful B. boring C. late D. expensive
49. A. hate B. take C. experience D. ignore
50. A. interview B. protect C. teach D. watch
51. A. friends B. fans C. families D. players
52. A. happy B. ashamed C. true D. concerned
53. A. attraction B. greatness C. recognition D. honesty
54. A. style B. curiosity C. confidence D. design
55. A. pushed B. respected C. helped D. thanked
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。
Charlie Chaplin was a British actor, film maker and composer. He became famous in the 1910s, when films were ____56____ (silence) in black and white.
Charlie Chaplin ____57____ (be) one of the best comedy actors of his time because he knew how to use his body and facial features to make people laugh. ____58____ my opinion, the funniest thing about Charlie Chaplin was ____59____ way he walked while he was acting as the Tramp, ____60____ is his most famous character. The Tramp is a poor man with a kind heart who has unexpected adventures. These adventures, often ____61____ (involve) the police, are ____62____ (usual) the funniest scenes.
My favorite Charlie Chaplin film is Modern Times and my favorite scene is in the factory where Charlie Chaplin is working on a production line. When a bee starts circling around Charlie’s face, he ____63____ (fall) behind with his work. It’s so funny ____64____ (watch) him trying to keep up!
I think the power of Charlie Chaplin’s works is not only in his acting, but also in the stories and the ____65____ (character) he created. The Tramp is the symbol of the silent cinema and even after so many years, he is still able to make people laugh.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，你校的国际联谊学校下周将来学校访问，届时会准备一场联谊晚会，学校安排外教John选拔一名学生主持人，请你给John写一封推荐信，推荐你的同班同学张莉，内容包括：
1.写信目；
2.推荐理由。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
参考词汇：联谊晚会Connection and Friendship Evening
Dear John,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was a beautiful May morning. As usual, I started my day by sitting outside breathing the fresh air as I read my book and drank my coffee. Afterwards, there were two things I was determined to do. First, make sure my husband got our small Christmas trees down from the attic(阁楼) and, second, take several bags of clothes, blankets and comforters to the donation center. I had been faithful in doing that every year, but for whatever reason, I had delayed this year and the bags were now piling up and overflowing.
After reading for a while, I went into the bedroom to ask my husband to bring the trees down. He was asleep so I figured I’d surprise him and get them down by myself.
I went to the garage to access the attic storage and moved our tall metal ladder into place. I had to move the bags of clothing and blankets out of the way, determined once again to get those to the donation center.
I climbed the ladder, and two steps from the top I was able to reach up and push open the attic door. Then, with my feet on the very last step and part of my upper body in the attic, I saw my trees. I awkwardly raised my leg to climb onto the attic floor. Looking down, and then looking up again, I decided that this was actually too much for me. I should wait for my husband to get them.
As I stepped down, my foot missed the shaky ladder’s step. With one foot swinging and the other on the top step, I grabbed(抓住) the attic floorboard and called my husband. Unfortunately, he couldn’t hear me. As I went to take another step down, the ladder suddenly came out from under me, loudly crashing onto the concrete(混凝土的) garage floor, leaving me hanging from the attic with sweaty hands. In that second, which seemed like a century, I prayed and then called my husband.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
With my body swinging in midair and my hands slowly sliding closer to the edge, I fell.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Arriving at the emergency center, I anxiously waited to see the doctor.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
大通县朔山中学2024~2025学年度第一学期开学考试
高二英语
答案版
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
Welcome to Musée Rodin
The Musée Rodin, a hidden jewel in Paris, is actually the former residence of famed 19th-century sculptor Auguste Rodin. Here you can enjoy Rodin’s emotive sculptures, including The Walking Man, The Kiss and The Thinker, among many more. In addition to the sculptures, the museum houses 8,000 of the artist’s drawings in its collection — some of those are on display. Visitors will also get to view pieces from Rodin’s personal art collection, including paintings by Van Gogh.
Another big favorite for visitors, as much of a highlight as the art, is the beautiful on-site gardens. To travelers, the gardens create a peaceful atmosphere not found at other top Parisian museums.
Transport
The Musée Rodin is just a short walk from the Varenne stop and Saint-Francois-Xavier stop, both of which lie on Metro Line 13.
Opening times
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm.
Admission charges
Admission to the museum (including the gardens and permanent and temporary exhibits) costs 13 euros (around $14) per adult and is free for kids who are 17 and younger; audio guides cost an extra 6 euros (about $6). The museum is free to visit on the first Sunday of the month from October to March.
21. What makes Musée Rodin different from other top Parisian museums
A. On-site gardens. B. Many sculptures.
C. Personal art collections. D. Famous artists’ drawings.
22. When can you visit Musée Rodin
A. At 9:00 am on Monday. B. At 3:00 pm on Thursday.
C. At 7:00 pm on Friday. D. At 8:00 am on Sunday.
23. How much should a couple with a kid aged 5 pay to enter the museum on Tuesday
A. ?39. B. ?32. C. ?26. D. ?13.
【答案】21. A 22. B 23. C
B
Last Saturday, I went to the school playground to watch the final of the 4×100-metre relay at our annual sports tournament. It was an extraordinary experience and something I will never forget. Before the race, everyone was quiet and still. I had never imagined that the atmosphere at a sports event could be so intense. When the runners set off, everyone went wild! We all stood up and started cheering and shouting. It was like being hit by a huge wave of excitement. I could see the runners straining to run as fast as they could, while trying not to drop their batons at the change. The race was all over in just one minute. It was Li Chong, the fastest student in our school, who first crossed the finish line.
Everyone was on their feet, cheering. I was also caught up in the excitement and cheered so hard that I thought my lungs would burst! It was so wonderful to be part of this sporting moment and enjoy its speed and passion.
24. Where did the event take place
A. At the sports stadium. B. At the school PE room.
C. At the school playground. D. At the community center.
25. What event is described
A. An 800 meters race. B. A marathon race.
C. A 4×400 meters relay race. D. The final of the 4×100-metre relay.
26. How did the author feel about the experience
A. Bored. B. Excited. C. Disappointed. D. Indifferent.
27. What is the text mainly talking about
A. A sporting moment. B. The strategy of relay races.
C. The importance of physical fitness. D. The construction of school playgrounds.
【答案】24. C 25. D 26. B 27. A
C
Nobel Prize-winning theoretical physicist Frank Wilczek has been honored with this year’s Templeton Prize. The award recognizes individuals whose life’s work brings together science and spirituality.
Wilczek is known for his research into the laws of nature. In a statement, the John Templeton Foundation said his work changes “our understanding of the forces that govern our universe.” It said he used physics to address “the great questions of meaning and purpose pondered by generations of religious thinkers.”
John Templeton created the prize in 1972. It is one of the most highly valued prizes at more than $1.3 million. Past winners include Jane Goodall, Mother Teresa and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
Wilczek told The Associated Press, “It’s a company I’m very glad to join in.” He added, “It’s encouragement in a direction that I’ve really only taken up in a big way quite recently… which is thinking about not just what the world is and how it came to be this way but what we should do about it.”
Over a long career, Wilczek had many successes. He won the 2004 Nobel Prize along with David J. Gross, and H. David Politzer for their 1973 research explaining the unusual properties of the strong force. Wilczek is currently a physics professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Arizona State University and Stockholm University. He is also the founding director of Shanghai Jiao Tong University’s T. D. Lee Institute. He has also written several books that are informed by science but look into spiritual and philosophical questions.
Heather Dill is the Templeton Foundation president. In a statement, she said, “Like Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein, he is a natural philosopher who unites a curiosity about the behavior of nature with a playful and profound philosophical mind.”
28. What is Frank Wilczek famous for
A. His long-time efforts in philosophy. B. His study in natural science.
C. His gains in the chemical awards. D. His contribution in the field of art.
29. What does the underlined word “pondered” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Governed strictly. B. Designed seriously.
C. Considered carefully. D. Abandoned completely.
30. What does paragraph 5 focus on concerning Frank Wilezek
A. His hobbies. B. His advantages.
C. His expectations. D. His achievements.
31. What’s the purpose of the text
A. To advertise a book.
B. To introduce a great scientist.
C. To explain the difference of two prizes.
D. To stress the importance of science and philosophy.
【答案】28. B 29. C 30. D 31. B
D
For some people, nothing beats a long walk on a sandy beach. But there’s no denying that it’s not as easy or as fast to get around on the beach as it is on a road or a sidewalk. But why is it so hard to walk on sand
The problem with sand is that it’s soft; you “sink in” at each step. This forces you to use 2.1 to 2. 7 times more energy with every step you take. Another idea is that people walk more difficultly on soft than they do on hard surfaces, a study found. The researchers compared how people walked on foam (沫) and hard surfaces by analyzing the forces under their feet and how much oxygen each person consumed. They found that walking on soft surfaces, such as sand, mud and snow, caused people to take longer steps — actions that use more energy than walking on a hard surface.
But as experienced beach walkers know, there’s a way to make it easier to walk on sand: Just add water, When sand is wet, it becomes more compact (紧密), and walking on it is more similar to walking on hard surface. In other words, it’s much easier to cross a beach by walking along the shoreline, where the waves roll in and out. This is a balance though; too much water could make the sand soft once again. If water isn’t an option, there is another way to make walking on sand easier — increasing your surface area. This could be accomplished by wearing shoes.
Although it’s more difficult, there are some good reasons to exercise on sand. The impact forces are lower on sand than on hard surface. Research suggests that walking across sand is much easier on your joints (关节) and muscles, especially compared with an unforgiving surface such as concrete (混凝土). This means sand is a better surface for helping athletes recover more quickly from workouts.
32. Why is the question raised in the first paragraph
A. To show problems. B. To call up readers’ memories.
C. To invite readers to answer it. D. To draw readers’ attention to the topic.
33. How can you walk on sand more easily
A. By putting on shoes. B. By taking longer steps.
C. By walking in the water. D. By using special breath methods.
34. Which of the following surfaces is unsuitable for athletes’ training
A. Sand. B. Concrete.
C. Foam. D. Snow.
35. What may be the best title for the text
A. Tips for Beach Vacation B. All Kinds of Sports on the Sand
C. Why Is It So Hard to Walk on Sand D. Where Are We With the Sand Research
【答案】32. D 33. A 34. B 35. 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。
How to Get Along With Friends
Friendships can have a major impact on your health and happiness, but it’s not always easy to develop friendships. The following are some tips for you.
Be positive
____36____. If you’re someone who likes to discuss hopeless-sounding situations, that’s OK, but remember to talk about more cheerful topics, too. Discussing books or sharing funny stories are better for your friendships. Of course, if something bad happens, it’s OK to ask your friends for support. You’re not expected to be positive all the time.
____37____
Listening helps you learn about your friends and support them when they need it. Give your friends your full attention, and make mental notes about the important things in their lives—like the names of their loved ones, things they like and major things that have happened or are happening in their lives. ____38____, don’t immediately share your experiences or advice. Instead, ask them, “How are you feeling about it ” or “What do you plan to do about that ”
Make time for each other
Spending time with your friends has a huge impact, whether it’s for a few minutes or for several hours. ____39____. If you can’t easily see your friends in person, try texting each other or having video calls. It certainly doesn’t replace an in-person hangout, but it’s a good way to keep in touch.
Calmly discuss problems one-on-one
If your friends are doing something that’s bothering you, it doesn’t help to give them the silent treatment or leave them out. Instead, talk to them one-on-one about what’s bothering you, and calmly share how you feel about it. For example, if your friends have given you an embarrassing (令人尴尬的) nickname, pull them aside and say, “I know you’re trying to be funny, but when you call me that, I get really embarrassed. ____40____.”
A. Listen to them
B. Please don’t call me that
C. Focusing on the upside makes you a better friend
D. If you answer telephone calls only during certain hours
E. If your friend shares something that they’re struggling with
F. Talking directly to your friend is the best way to solve an issue
G. Schedule fun activities with your friends, or just find time to talk for a while
【答案】36. C 37. A 38. E 39. G 40. B
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。
Tina Turner’s death reminded me of the day I first discovered her voice. I was on Thanksgiving break—bored—when I tried to look through my parents’ old records ____41____ entertainment. What I found was an album called “Private Dancer”.
“Who was this woman ” I thought as the song I Might Have Been Queen ____42____. “What had she been through ”
I quickly ____43____ an expert on the matter: my mom, who as a teenager in the 1960s, had been listening to Tina. Mom didn’t sugarcoat the superstar’s sad family life: Off-stage, her husband was ____44____ her. It was something Mom—and most others—didn’t know when she and Dad first went to see her ____45____ in the 1970s.
It was shocking and ____46____ to hear. But Mom also told me about Tina’s ____47____ despite her suffering and said that the concert was ____48____.
I wanted to ____49____ this. Five years later, I did.
In 1997, we made the five-hour drive from our home in Doyline, Louisiana, to The Woodlands, Texas, to _____50_____ Tina on her Wildest Dreams world tour.
I was amazed. Her endearing smile and air kisses to the _____51_____ made it seem like she really was _____52_____ we were there. My uncle who had waited in line for hours to buy the tickets for our lawn seats said after the show, “Kids, tonight you’ve been in the presence of _____53_____.”
That night was also a moment of personal awakening. It wasn’t just an unbelievable performance; it was also part of my parents’ _____54_____ to broaden my worldview. Tina _____55_____ them to do that.
41. A. in advance of B. in search of C. in case of D. in memory of
42. A. jumped up B. ran off C. flowed out D. settled down
43. A. asked B. paid C. hired D. missed
44. A. supporting B. forgiving C. hugging D. beating
45. A. home B. children C. performance D. wedding
46. A. amusing B. sickening C. amazing D. entertaining
47. A. hobbies B. looks C. manners D. achievements
48. A. wonderful B. boring C. late D. expensive
49. A. hate B. take C. experience D. ignore
50. A. interview B. protect C. teach D. watch
51. A. friends B. fans C. families D. players
52. A. happy B. ashamed C. true D. concerned
53. A. attraction B. greatness C. recognition D. honesty
54. A. style B. curiosity C. confidence D. design
55. A. pushed B. respected C. helped D. thanked
【答案】41. B 42. C 43. A 44. D 45. C 46. B 47. D 48. A 49. C 50. D 51. B 52. A 53. B 54. D 55. C
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Charlie Chaplin was a British actor, film maker and composer. He became famous in the 1910s, when films were ____56____ (silence) in black and white.
Charlie Chaplin ____57____ (be) one of the best comedy actors of his time because he knew how to use his body and facial features to make people laugh. ____58____ my opinion, the funniest thing about Charlie Chaplin was ____59____ way he walked while he was acting as the Tramp, ____60____ is his most famous character. The Tramp is a poor man with a kind heart who has unexpected adventures. These adventures, often ____61____ (involve) the police, are ____62____ (usual) the funniest scenes.
My favorite Charlie Chaplin film is Modern Times and my favorite scene is in the factory where Charlie Chaplin is working on a production line. When a bee starts circling around Charlie’s face, he ____63____ (fall) behind with his work. It’s so funny ____64____ (watch) him trying to keep up!
I think the power of Charlie Chaplin’s works is not only in his acting, but also in the stories and the ____65____ (character) he created. The Tramp is the symbol of the silent cinema and even after so many years, he is still able to make people laugh.
【答案】56. silent
57. was##is
58. In 59. the
60. who 61. involving
62. usually
63. falls 64. to watch
65. characters
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，你校的国际联谊学校下周将来学校访问，届时会准备一场联谊晚会，学校安排外教John选拔一名学生主持人，请你给John写一封推荐信，推荐你的同班同学张莉，内容包括：
1.写信目的；
2.推荐理由。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
参考词汇：联谊晚会Connection and Friendship Evening
Dear John,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear John,
I am writing to recommend ZhangLi as the host of the coming Connection and Friendship Evening.
Humorous and outgoing, she never fails to make us feel at ease. Besides, she can speak English fluently and accurately. Moreover, she has the experience of being a host in the New Year party, which left us a great impression. She knows exactly what makes a good host.
I sincerely hope you can consider my recommendation because she is the right person you are looking for.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was a beautiful May morning. As usual, I started my day by sitting outside breathing the fresh air as I read my book and drank my coffee. Afterwards, there were two things I was determined to do. First, make sure my husband got our small Christmas trees down from the attic(阁楼) and, second, take several bags of clothes, blankets and comforters to the donation center. I had been faithful in doing that every year, but for whatever reason, I had delayed this year and the bags were now piling up and overflowing.
After reading for a while, I went into the bedroom to ask my husband to bring the trees down. He was asleep so I figured I’d surprise him and get them down by myself.
I went to the garage to access the attic storage and moved our tall metal ladder into place. I had to move the bags of clothing and blankets out of the way, determined once again to get those to the donation center.
I climbed the ladder, and two steps from the top I was able to reach up and push open the attic door. Then, with my feet on the very last step and part of my upper body in the attic, I saw my trees. I awkwardly raised my leg to climb onto the attic floor. Looking down, and then looking up again, I decided that this was actually too much for me. I should wait for my husband to get them.
As I stepped down, my foot missed the shaky ladder’s step. With one foot swinging and the other on the top step, I grabbed(抓住) the attic floorboard and called my husband. Unfortunately, he couldn’t hear me. As I went to take another step down, the ladder suddenly came out from under me, loudly crashing onto the concrete(混凝土的) garage floor, leaving me hanging from the attic with sweaty hands. In that second, which seemed like a century, I prayed and then called my husband.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
With my body swinging in midair and my hands slowly sliding closer to the edge, I fell.
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Arriving at the emergency center, I anxiously waited to see the doctor.
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【答案】One possible version:
With my body swinging in midair and my hands slowly sliding closer to the edge, I fell. My entire body except my left foot landed on the bags of clothes and comforters that I had just moved! As my foot slammed into the concrete floor, I heard it crack as pain shot through my leg. Lying on the bags, I weakly yelled, “Help me!” My husband rushed in, picking me up and taking me to the hospital. As he drove, he said with tears in his eyes, “Thank God you fell on those bags. It’s a blessing that they were even out there!”
Arriving at the emergency center, I anxiously waited to see the doctor. The doctor was surprised about what had happened to me and called me his miracle patient. Having carefully examined me, the doctor told me that I just broke my foot and it would take me several weeks to recover. He said it was lucky that I wasn’t injured more than I was. It was those bags that saved me from severe disaster or even death. Hearing the doctor’s words, my husband hugged me with gratitude. What a coincidence it was!
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