2024 年高二九月起点考试
英语试卷答案解析
听力：
1-5 ABCAB 6-10 BCBCA 11-15 CBACB 16-20 ABCCA
阅读：
A 篇：CAD B 篇：DAAC C 篇：ADCB D 篇：BBAD
七选五：36-40 EBCFG
完形：
41—45 ABCDC 46—50 AADCB 51—55 ABDCB
语法填空:
56. differently 57. without 58. to get 59. was contacted 60. and
61. that 62. hidden 63. informing 64. it 65. appreciation
第一节 应用文写作
One possible version:
Hello, everyone!
I'd like to share a good habit that has greatly benefited my English learning with you.
It' s the habit of setting specific and achievable goals for each study session. By breaking down my learning
tasks and setting clear objectives, I can better focus and manage my time effectively. This habit has not only
improved my productivity but also boosted my confidence as I can see myself making progress step by step.
Moreover, it has helped me stay motivated and organized, leading to better academic performance.
I encourage you to give it a try and experience the positive impact it can have on your studies.
Thank you!
第二节 读后续写
One possible version:
Just at that moment,Luella’s family returned in their car.As they stepped out,greeted by the sight of the garden
in ruins,obvious disbelief and sorrow overwhelmed them.Luella dragged her feet slowly torwards the dying
tulips,knelt down and petted them gently,tears rolling down her cheeks.Instantly,a pang of sympathy tugged at my
heart.Encouraged by my parents,I approached Luella,hugged her tightly and whispered,“Don’t worry.We are here
to help.”The tearful girl nodded in gratitude.The next hours witnessed all of us shedding sweat for the
clean-up.Soon we managed to restore the order of the garden.In the end,we all felt a bit relieved except Luella.
Even after the debris was cleaned,I could still sense Luella’s sorrow for her lost garden.I was wondering what
we could do to cheer her up when an idea flashed through my mind.I proposed rebuilding the garden,which was
approved of by the people present.Immediately,the reconstruction kicked off.Over the following months,we
nurtured the tulips with great care,watching them grow and blossom.As time went by,I returned to my cheerful
self and we became inseparable friends.Meanwhile,the garden was transformed into a paradise of natural
beauty----rows upon rows of elegant tulips swayed gently in the breeze,injecting vigor and vitality into the
garden,symbolizing our friendship.
录音原文
Text 1(to borrow money)
M: This pen costs 11 dollars, but I've only got 7 dollars.
W: I've got 6 dollars, so I'll lend you the rest.
Text 2(to recommend a restaurant)
W: Excuse me, can you recommend any good restaurants downtown
M: Well, the Shanghai Restaurant is wonderful. It's not as cheap as other places I know. But the food is
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delicious.
Text 3(a job)
W: If I were you, I would give up the job in that company.
M: It is hard for me to leave the company, though I don't get much money there. But thank you all the same
for your advice.
Text 4(a game)
W: Have you bought Warcraft Ⅱ yet
M: Yeah! I bought it the day it came out.
W: How do you like it
M: There are a lot of new characters. And I've never heard such good sound in a game. I can't tear myself
from it.
Text 5(an invitation)
W: Tom, if you don't mind spending the day with two girls, you can come with us to the national park.
M: I'd love to! Thanks!
Text 6(to buy gloves)
M: May I help you
W: I'm looking for some gloves.
M:⑥What kind of gloves would you like, wool, leather or fur
W:⑥Leather, please.
M: Are these all right They wear well and don't cost much.
W: They are just what I need. May I try them on
M: Certainly.
W:⑦They're a bit small. Have you got any larger ones
M: Yes. Try these.
W: These are much better. I'll take this pair.
Text 7(students)
W: Oh, Sam was in my class last term. I didn't like him at all.
M: What You didn't like Sam ⑧He is one of my best students.
W: He was always asking questions. He was never quiet.
M: Yes, that's Sam. He is always thinking and trying to use English. I enjoy having him in class.
W: Not me. I love students like Jamie.
M: But to be honest,⑨Jamie is too quiet for me. I can't tell if he is learning.⑨Jamie is so silent.
Text 8(to see sb off)
M:⑩It's very kind of you to come and see us off(给……送行).
W:⑩My pleasure. What a pity you have to leave so soon!
M: We would like to stay longer, but I've got to attend a meeting tomorrow morning. Thank you very
much for what you have done for us.
W: You're welcome. Maybe next time we'll come to see you.
M: My wife and I will look forward to it.
W: I promise we're coming to visit you. Oh, what's your flight number
M: It's No.302.
W: They just announced the boarding call.
M: Then we've got to get going.
W: OK. Good voyage and a safe landing.
M: Thank you again for your help.
W: Bye.
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Text 9(to make a reservation)
W: Garden Hotel, how can I help you
M: Hello, I'd like to book a double room tomorrow please. For 3 days.
W: That's from Monday to Wednesday. Is that right, sir
M: Yes, that's right.
W: Can I have your name
M: John Smith. Oh, I heard that you have tennis courts in the hotel, right
W: Yes, we have two, sir.
M: Excellent. You also have about ten table tennis tables, right Aren't they on the top floor with a great view of
the sea
W: Sadly no, sir. We've got four tables in the sports center on the fifth floor.What time will you be arriving
tomorrow, sir
M: My flight arrives at around 4:00 in the afternoon, so I think I'll be there at 5:15. By the way, I'll be leaving your
hotel on Wednesday and the flight is kind of late. So I will leave at 2:45 p.m. Can I get a late check-out
W: That's fine, sir. You can check out at 2:30 p.m. that day.
M: That's wonderful.
Text 10(announcements)
W: Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. This is the station manager speaking. I am sorry to announce that
because of thick snow there will be a few changes to the departure times. So please listen carefully for details
of your train.
First of all, the 10:15 train to London will now be leaving at 10:55 a.m. from platform 9, not platform 3.
Our second announcement is for passengers traveling to Bristol. The train to Bristol will now not leave until
12:20 p.m. We really do apologize for the delay to this service. If passengers need further information, please
check our website for details.
There is also a message for a Mr Green who is traveling to Glasgow. Would you please come to the Lost
Luggage Office, where somebody has handed in your computer I repeat, Mr Green, your computer is
awaiting collection.
答案详解
A篇
导语：应用文 介绍了四个暑期项目
21.C细节理解题。根据“You' ll take college-level courses while earning 3 college credits.”可知答案为 C。
22.A细节理解题。根据“Working independently, participants will gain insight into the creative writing process.”
和“Open to teens aged 13-19, World Virtual Writing Camps invite wriers to explore new types of literature and
learn from famous authors, editors, and educators as they work to share their writing with the world.”可知答案为
A。
23.D 细节理解题。根据“The program delivers the challenge of an Ivy League course to talented high school
students seeking advanced studies.”可知答案为 D。
B篇
导语：记叙文 文章讲述了 Pacheco为外表有缺陷的孩子设计属于他们自己玩偶的故事。
24.D 细节理解题。根据第二段“Knowing how important the connection could be for a child gave Pacheco an
idea. she decided she would design and make special dolls to donate to children with special medical conditions.
可知答案为 D。
25.A 推理判断题。根据第三段“.....she cooperated with Fresh Start Surgical Gifts in California, a charitable
organization that provides medical treatment to children who need it for free. Then Pacheco was sent pictures and
profiles（简介）....”可知答案为 A。
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26.A 细节理解题。根据第四段“Before getting started , Pacheco searched YouTube for doll-making classes, and
learned about those children’s favorite hobbies and preferred colors.”可知答案为 A。
27.C 推理判断题。根据第五段“Pacheco was trying to put as much love into it as she could. It was a very kind
and big-hearted gesture for her to make dolls that will help a child feel like they’re not alone.”可知答案为 C。
C篇
导语：说明文 文章介绍了义工旅行的盛行
28.A 推理判断题。根据第一段“As the show finds a growing audience,volunteer travel---an old-yet-modern form
of travel similar to Xu’s type of work---has attracted more attention.”可知是为了引出义工旅行这个主题。
29.D 推 理 判 断 题 。 根 据 第 二 段 During the trip,volunteer travelers often provide services like
teaching,cooking,animal caring,and cultural activities.In exchange for their help,the volunteers may get free or
discounted accommodations,meals and laundry activities,or classes.可知答案为 D。
30.C 推理判断题。根据第五段“People try volunteer travel for several reasons.By working voluntarily while
traveling,travelers may make a real,positive impact on the world.”和“Another benefit of volunteer travel is that it
helps urban residents to get a taste of rural life.For those who are sick of urban pressure but can’t make up their
minds whether to move permanently to the countryside,volunteer travel can be a solution.”可知答案为 C。
31.B主旨大意题。本文主要讲电视剧《去有风的地方》带火了义工旅行，介绍了义工旅行的定义，发展和
原因。
D篇
导语：说明文 介绍了一种虚拟现实的头戴设备可以帮助奶牛稳定情绪，从而提高牛奶产量。
32. B 猜词题 根据第一段“Cows love having an open area of grassland. But in some parts of the world, this is
only feasible during the summer. In the winter months, it can become too cold for cows to safely stay outside, ”可
知答案为 B。
33. B 细节题解题 根据第三段“This led to an increase in milk production, which went from 5.8 gallons to 7
gallons a day.”可知答案为 B。
34. A 观点态度题 根据第四段“....he found an improvement in the moods of his animals. They are watching an
area of grassland, and it helps lift their spirits. They are less stressed,...”可知答案为 A。
35.D 推理判断题 根据最后一段“.... that research has shown a connection between a cow's mood and its milk
production. ...Examples of dairy farms from different countries show that in а calm atmosphere, the amount of
milk increases greatlу.”可知答案为 D。
七选五
导读：说明文 团体旅行的几点建议
35. E 根据上文“Unlike alone travel, you will probably have less control over the journey when you travel in a
group”以及下文“No matter who's in your group, you can have a life-changing journey together. ”可知此空跟
上文是并列递进关系，继续讲相对独自旅行而言团体旅行带来的挑战。
37.B 根据下文“If you're in charge of planning the journey, avoid arranging too many activities in on day and set
aside time for relaxation.”可知此段是第一条建议--合理计划。
38.C 根据此段的小标题“Be open to new experiences”以及空前“...be open to the new idea.”可知欣然接受
新的体验你就会发现不一样的自己。
39.F 根据上文“Ensure everyone in your group has a way to communicate with each other.”以及下文“You might
exchange phone numbers, set up a group text or print a list of contact information for everyone to keep with them.”
可知 F起承上启下的作用。
40.G 根据下文“For example, you may have to wait for someone in the morning before setting out or stick
around a souvenir shop until a friend finishes browsing. ”可知答案是 G。
完形填空
导读：夹叙夹议 用 Jane的事例表明激情来自做正确的事情，人在职业道路上要及时做出正确的选择。
41. A 根据上文“she sat down in front of an empty canvas (画布) ”可知她开始画画。
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42. B 根据上文“Every stroke (笔画) was more perfect than the last, ”可知她的画作越来越完美。
43. C 固定搭配 have a gift for在...方面有天赋，根据上文可知她在绘画方面有天赋。
44. D 根据下文“and quickly stood up. Jane thought there was so much more in the world to see and do. ”可知
她很焦虑。
45. C 根据上文“If she finally decided to do something else in life, ....”和下文“So she walked out of the door.”
可知她认为花在画画上的时间是浪费。
46.A 根据下文“an important decision she found too hard to make because she had so many options ”以及“She
was absolutely confused.”她被一个很难确定的重要决定困住了。
47.A 根据下文“Should she practice medicine,design buildings, or teach children ”可知她有很多选择。
48.D 根据上文“ she had so many options ”以及“Should she practice medicine,design buildings, or teach
children ”可知她尝试了很多可能性。
49.C 根据上文“Forty years later, Jane began to cry.”可知她尝试了很多可能性，但最终一事无成。
50.B 根据上文“Forty years later, Jane began to cry. After trying the endless options, she hadn't done anything
meaningful at all.”可知很多年过去了，她尝试了很多可能性，但最终一事无成，她的青春也一去不返。
51.A 根据上文“Eventually,Jane learned life is about making a correct decision timely ”可知她得出的教训是
及时做出正确决定并且毫不犹豫地持之以恒。
52.B 根据上文“So the girl, who was no longer a girl, bought some canvases and paints from a local store ”可
知她重新开始画画。
53.D 根据后文“trying to find our passion---something we believe will finally lead us closer to happiness and
success. However,...... ”可知我们很多人仍然还在继续努力寻找激情，然而，事实是激情来自做正确的事情。
54.C 根据后文“our passion comes from doing things right”可知我们很多人仍然还在继续努力寻找激情，
然而，事实是激情来自做正确的事情。
55.B 根据上文“find our passion”以及“our passion comes from doing things right”可知从现在起做正确的
事情即更有激情地生活。
语法填空
导读 记叙文 一位老太太搬去新家，一个好心的家庭赠送了祖母几件家具，祖母在赠送的沙发里发现了大
笔现金然后归还的故事。
56. differently 考查副词，修饰前面的动词。
57. without 考查介词，祖母没有家具，所以才会登广告寻求。
58. to get 考查不定式，做目的状语。
59. was contacted 考查时态和语态。
60. and考查并列连词，连接两个宾补。
61. that 考查强调句型，强调时间状语。
62. hidden 考查过去分词做宾补。
63. informing 考查现在分词做状语
64. it 考查代词，指代那笔钱。
65. appreciation 考查名词，做 show的宾语。
读后续写
【思路点拨】作者从墨西哥搬到美国，新的环境让作者由活泼开朗变得沉默寡言，作者家有个院子，种满
了蔬菜，但是作者更羡慕邻居 Luella 家的郁金香花园。突然有一天，龙卷风袭来，摧毁了 Luella 家的郁
金香花园。
1. 段落续写
① 由第一段首句“正在这个时候，邻居一家人开着车回来了”可知，
第一段可以描写 Luella 一家人的难过---作者产生共鸣---帮忙清理院子，从神态、动作、语言等方面展 开
描写。
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② 由第二段首句“即使碎片被清理干净了，但是我仍然能感受到Luella失去自己美丽花园的伤心”可知，
第二段围绕提议重建--照料，见证新的郁金香成长--变化（花园，作者性格）---收获友谊
读后续写评分标准
1、评分原则
① 本题总分为 25 分，按 5 个档次给分。
② 评分时，先根据所续写短文的内容和语言初步确定其所属档次，然后以该档次的要求来衡量、确定或
调整档次，最后给分。
③ 词数少于 130 的，从总分中减去 2 分。
④ 评分时，应注意要从以下四个方面考虑。
◆与所给短文及段落开头语的衔接程度；
◆内容的丰富性和对关键词语的应用情况；
◆应用语法结构和词汇的丰富性和准确性；
◆上下文的连贯性。
⑤ 拼写与标点符号是语言准确性的一个重要方面，评分时，应视其对交际的影响程度予以考虑。
⑥ 如书写较差以致影响交际，可将分数降低一个档次。
2、各档次的给分范围和要求
档次描述
第五档 (21-25 分)
与所给短文融洽度高，与所提供各段落开头语衔接合理。内容丰富，应用了 5个以上短文中标出的关
键词语。
所使用语法结构和词汇丰富、准确，可能有些许错误，但完全不影响意义的表达。
有效地使用了语句间的连接成分，使所续写短文结构紧凑。
第四档 (16-20 分)
与所给短文融洽度高，与所提供各段落开头语衔接较为合理。
内容比较丰富，应用了 4 个以上短文中标出的关键词语。
所使用语法结构和词汇较为丰富、准确，可能有些许错误，但不影响意义的表达。
比较有效地使用了语句间的连接成分，使所续写短文结构紧凑。
第三档 (11—15 分)
与所给短文关系较为密切，与所提供各段落开头语有一定程度的衔接。
写出了若干有关内容，应用了 4 个以上短文中标出的关键词语。
应用的语法结构和词汇能够满足任务的要求，虽有一些错误，但不影响意义表达。
应用简单的语句间的连接成分，使全文内容连贯。
第二档 (6—10 分)
与所给短文有一定的关系，与所提供各段落开头语有一定程度的衔接。
写出了一些有关内容，应用了 3 个以上短文中标出的关键词语。
语法结构单调，词汇项目有限，有些语法结构和词汇方面的错误，影响了意义的表达。
较少使用语句间的连接成分，全文内容缺少连贯性。
第一档 (1-5 分)
与所提供短文和开头语的衔接较差。
产出内容太少，很少使用短文中标出的关键词语。
语法结构单调，词汇项目很有限，有较多语法结构和词汇方面的错误，严重影响了意义的表达。
缺乏语句间的连接成分，全文内容不连贯。
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白卷、内容太少无法评判或所写内容与所提供内容无关。
应用文评分标准
1、评分原则
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① 本题总分为 15 分，按 5 个档次给分。
② 评分时，先根据文章的内容要点、应用词汇和语法结构的丰富性和准确性及上下文的连贯性，初步确
定其所属档次，然后以该档次的要求来衡量、确定或调整档次，最后给分。
③ 词数少于 60 和多于 100 的，从总分中减去 2 分。
④ 拼写与标点符号是语言准确性的一个方面，评分时，应视其对交际的影响程度予以考虑。英、美拼写
及词汇用法均可接受。
⑤ 如书写较差，以致影响交际，可将分数降低一个档次。
2、各档次的给分范围和要求
档次描述
第五档 (13-15 分)
完全完成了试题规定的任务。
覆盖所有内容要点。
应用了较多的语法结构和词汇。
语法结构或词汇方面有些许错误，但为尽力使用较复杂结构或较高级词汇所致；具备较强的语言运用
能力。
有效地使用了语句间的连接成分，使全文结构紧凑。完全达到了预期的写作目的。
第四档 (10-12 分)
完全完成了试题规定的任务。
虽漏掉 1、2 个次重点，但覆盖所有主要内容。
应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求。
语法结构或词汇方面应用基本准确，些许错误主要是因尝试较复杂语法结构或词汇所致。
应用简单的语句间连接成分，使全文结构紧凑。达到了预期的写作目的。
第三档 (7-9 分)
基本完成了试题规定的任务。
虽漏掉一些内容，但能覆盖所有主要内容。
应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求。
有一些语法结构或词汇方面的错误，但不能响理解。
应用简单的语句间连接成分，使全文内容连贯。整体而言，基本达到了预期的写作目的。
第二档 (4-6 分)
未适当完成试题规定的任务。
漏掉或未描述清楚一些主要内容， 写了一些无关内容。
语法结构单调、词汇项目有限。
有一些语法结构或词汇方面的错误，影响了对写作内容的理解。
较少使用语句间的连接成分，内容缺少连贯性。信息未能清楚地传达给读者。
第一档 (1-3 分)
未完成试题规定的任务。
明显遗漏主要内容，写了一些无关内容，原因可能是未理解试题要求。
语法结构单调、词汇项目有限。
较多语法结构或词汇方面的错误，影响对写作内容的理解。
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{#{QQABAYCQogggAIJAABhCAwE4CkCQkBAAAagOgBAIoAAAQANABAA=}#}2024年高二9月起点考试
高二英语试卷
命题学校：汉川一中 审题学校：安陆一中
考试时间: 2024年9月6日上午8: 00-10: 00 试卷满分：150分
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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 )
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How much will the man borrow from the woman
A.4 dollars. B.6 dollars. C.7 dollars.
2. Why does the man recommend the Shanghai Restaurant
A. It is cheap. B. Its food is tasty. C. It is not far.
3. What does the man mean
A. He will follow the woman's advice.
B. He will ask for more money.
C. He will remain in the company.
4. What does the man think of Warcraft II'
A. Amazing. B. Disappointing. C. Frightening.
5. How many people will go to the park
A.2. B.3. C.4.
第二节 ( 共 15 小题 ; 每小题 1.5 分 , 满分 22.5 分 )
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟； 听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What kind of gloves does the woman want
A. Wool gloves. B. Leather gloves. C. Fur gloves.
7. Why doesn't the woman take the first pair of gloves
A. They' re a bit expensive. B. They' re a bit big. C. They' re the wrong size.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the man
A. A secretary. B. A teacher. C. A student.
9. What does the man think of Jamic
A. He's too active. B. He's hard- working. C. He's too silent.
听第8段材料，回答第10至 12题。
10. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Husband and wife. C. Boss and secretary.
11. Why does the man have to leave so soon
A. He has to see someone off.
B. He has to attend a party.
C. He has to attend a conference.
12. Where does the conversation take place
A. At the woman's home. B. At the airport. C. At the port.
听第9段材料，回答第13 至 16题。
13. What does the man phone for
A. Making a reservation in the hotel.
B. Making an appointment.
C. Booking a table.
14. What day is it today
A. Monday. B. Wednesday. C. Sunday.
15. Where is the sports center of the hotel
A. On the top floor. B. On the fifth floor. C. On the fourth floor.
16. When will the man check out
A. At 2:30p. m. B. At 2:45 p. m. C. At 4:00 p. m.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To apologize for an accident.
B. To announce some changes.
C. To inform passengers of leaving.
18. From which platform will the train to London leave
A.3. B.5. C.9.
19. When will the train to Bristol leave
A. At 10:15 a. m. B. At 10:55 a. m. C. At 12:20 p. m.
20. What do we know about Mr Green
A. He lost his computer at the railway station.
B. He works in the Lost Luggage Office.
C. He is traveling to London.
第二部分 阅读理解(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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D) 中，选出最佳选项。
A
Our list of summer programs and camps has something for every teenager. It's time for teenagers explore and comment the great opportunities available on college campuses, nationwide, and overseas.
California College of the Arts' Pre- College Program
San Francisco, CA
At this week- long program, you'll join a wide range of groups of creative thinkers and makers " share your passion for art and design. You’ll take college- level courses while earning 3 college credits.
Juniper Young Writers
Amherst, MA
We look for writers whose work shows curiosity and risk- taking, and who are eager to experiment with forms and ideas new to them, in the company of their creative peers. We offer teen poets and writers a self- directed journey into a week of the wild invention. Working independently, participants will gain insight into the creative writing process.
World Virtual Writing Camps
Virtual, Online
Open to teens aged 13-19, World Virtual Writing Camps invite writers to explore new types of literature and learn from famous authors, editors, and educators as they work to share their writing with the world. We welcome you to join our week- long writing camps!
Penn Arts and Sciences Summer High School Programs
Philadelphia, PA
We welcome bright and ambitious high school students from around the world to the Ivy League(常春藤联盟). The program delivers the challenge of an Ivy League course to talented high school students seeking advanced studies. Students can engage with leading professors during the six- week programs.
21. What's the extra benefit of the California College of the Arts' Pre- College Program
A. Free courses. B. Passion for art.
C. College credits. D. Journey s of inventions.
22. What do Juniper Young Writers and World Virtual Writing Camps have in common
A. They are about writing. B. They require teamwork.
C. They provide a chance to publish works. D. They provide outdoor adventure experiences.
23. What can students do in the program in Philadelphia
A. Experience colorful campus life. B. Meet famous artists and scientists.
C. Do an international writing tour. D. Take advanced- level courses.
B
Children find comfort and connection playing with dolls that look like them, but until recently, finding diversity when shopping for them has been difficult. Children whose rare medical conditions have made their appearance different from others' have little hope of finding their likeness at a toy store or even online.
Knowing how important the connection could be for a child gave Pacheco an idea. She decided she would design and make special dolls to donate to children with special medical conditions.
To find the kids she hoped to create special dolls for, she cooperated with Fresh Start Surgical Gifts in California, a charitable organization that provides medical treatment to children who need it for free. Then Pacheco was sent pictures and profiles(简介) for a number of disabled children. She finally chose four.
Before getting started , Pacheco searched YouTube for doll- making classes, and learned about those children's favorite hobbies and preferred colors. Her goal was to make sure the kids could see themselves in her creations, but she didn't want the things that make them different from other children to be the dolls' most obvious feature.
Michelle Pius, Fresh Start's chief development officer was impressed by the final product.“ Pacheco was trying to put as much love into it as she could. It was a very kind and big- hearted gesture for her to make dolls that will help a child feel like they' re not alone. And these toys represented each child faithfully,” he said.
Pacheco said, “I really value the beauty in the little things. Each of these kids is so unique, so special... I hope through these dolls they can see themselves in a new light and really love their beauty.”
24. What did Pacheco know before deciding to design and make dolls for some children
A. She is highly talented at designing toys.
B. She is in need of making new friends.
C. It's difficult for kids with rare illness to freely shop.
D. It's important for kids with special appearance to find toys like them.
25. How did Pacheco find kids that need dolls
A. By referring to related information provided by a charity.
B. By advertising her donation plan on the Internet.
C. By visiting hospitals to look for volunteers.
D. By surveying children's need on the streets.
26. What did Pacheco do first for her project
A. She learned how to make a toy.
B. She talked with the kids for their demands.
C. She asked people to donate material online.
D. She collected people's advice on designing a toy.
27. What do Pius's words mainly imply
A. Pacheco would become an outstanding toy designer.
B. Pacheco would spend more time with the kids.
C. She appreciated Pacheco's work very much.
D. She thought it difficult to make a toy.
c
Have you watched the popular TV series Meet Yourself In the TV series, the heroine Xu Hongdou travels to a village in Yunnan province and volunteers at a local cafe. She gets free meals in return. As the show finds a growing audience, volunteer travel--- an old- yet- modern form of travel similar to Xu's type of work--- has attracted more attention.
These volunteer trips are usually arranged by church organizations, human interest groups or nonprofit organizations, and they take form of equal exchanges. During the trip, volunteer travelers often provide services like teaching, cooking, animal caring, and cultural activities. In exchange for their help, the volunteers may get free or discounted accommodations, meals and laundry activities, or classes.
It seems as if these long journeys could only be made possible in recent years by modern transportation. Nevertheless, volunteer travel dates back to the 1960s, when Ale c Dickson and his wife Mora from the UK founded Volunteer Service Overseas(VSO), an international volunteer organization.
Traditionally, the volunteer activities take place in a foreign country. However, just as what Meet Yourself describes, more volunteer trips have taken place within the same countries or regions the volunteers live in recently. Sanlian Life week magazine commented that volunteer projects in rural areas are now attracting more urban visitors as a break from the fast and stressful pace of urban living. Yang Yan, a founder of a volunteer platform, told the magazine that it has indeed been a growing trend for urban residents to volunteer in rural areas.
People try volunteer travel for several reasons. By working voluntarily while traveling, travelers may make a real, positive impact on the world. The services volunteers provide can be through charities with lower costs for the communities they serve. Another benefit of volunteer travel is that it helps urban residents to get a taste of rural life. For those who are sick of urban pressure but can't make up their minds whether to move permanently to the countryside, volunteer travel can be a solution.
28. Why does the author mention the popular TV series Meet Yourself in the first paragraph
A. To introduce the topic.
B. To persuade readers to visit Yunnan.
C. To recommend a tourist attraction.
D. To inform readers of the popularity of the TV series.
29. Which is a volunteer trip according to the second paragraph
A. Cooking in a charity.
B. Caring animals in a zoo.
C. Helping the old at a nursing home
D. Teaching in exchange for free accommodations while traveling.
30. Which of the following can drive people to work voluntarily while traveling
A. To earn money.
B. To car n reputation.
C. To experience rural life.
D. To make up their minds to move to the countryside permanently.
31. What can be the best title for this passage
A. The Popularity of Meet Yourself B. Volunteer Trips Finds New Popularity
C. Make a Difference by Volunteering D. The Popularity of Volunteer Activities
D
Cows love having an open area of grassland. But in some parts of the world, this is only feasible during the summer. In the winter months, it can become too cold for cows to safely stay outside, so they are kept in a large farm building for warmth. Being kept inside is not always enjoyable for the cows, and their unhappiness is closely connected to less milk production.
For this reason, some cow owners have fitted their cows with VR headsets that run a program specially. The program simulates(模拟) grassland in summer and was designed for the way that cows get color and light. According to the National Library of Medicine, cows see red most easily but have a hard time telling the difference between blue and green.
Reports from a farm in Moscow, Russia—— where the VR headsets were first developed by vets— found in 2019 that the cows that used the VR headsets saw a decrease in anxiety and an improved mood. This led to an increase in milk production, which went from 5.8 gallons to 7 gallons a day.
The cow owner Izzet Kocak from Aksaray, Turkey, heard about this experiment and tried the VR headsets on his cows in December 2021. When Kocak put the headsets on his cows, he found an improvement in the moods of his animals.“ They are watching an area of grassland, and it helps lift their spirits. They are less stressed,” he said.
The technology is now being used around the world. According to the BBC, the headsets were made specifically for the“ structural features of cow heads” by vets, and the animals were shown a“ unique summer field simulation program”. The familiar sight of an area of grassland is enough to improve the mood of the animals
Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation says that research has shown a connection between a cow's mood and its milk production. They said,“ Examples of dairy farms from different countries show that in a calm atmosphere, the amount of milk increases greatly.”
32. What does the underlined word“ feasible” probably mean in Paragraph 1
A. Influential. B. Possible. C. Necessary. D. Meaningful.
33. What's the result of cows wearing the VR headsets
A. They could tell the difference between blue and green.
B. Their milk production rose accordingly.
C. Their physical health improved greatly.
D. They could adapt to winter easily.
34. What's Izzet Kocak's possible attitude towards the VR headsets
A. Satisfied. B. Opposed. C. Indifferent. D. Concerned.
35. What concept is behind the VR headset program
A. High tech is necessary in the dairy field.
B. A silent environment helps cows stay healthy.
C. Natural grassland is better for the milk quality.
D. A cow with good moods can produce more milk.
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。
While traveling in a group makes a journey fun, it can come with challenges. Unlike alone travel, you will probably have less control over the journey when you travel in a group. 36 No matter who's in your group, you can have a life- changing journey together. Here are some tips for making group travel as smooth as possible.
37 If you' re in charge of planning the journey, avoid arranging too many activities in one day and set aside time for relaxation. For example, one day, you might book an adventurous trip, like hiking to ancient ruins, and plan to relax on the beach the next day. This way, you can avoid stress and keep the group energetic.
Be open to new experiences. If someone in your group suggests trying something you never considered before, whether it is sampling frog porridge in Singapore or riding an all- terrain bike in Mexico, be open to the new idea. 38
Stay in touch. Ensure everyone in your group has a way to communicate with each other. 39 You might exchange phone numbers, set up a group text or print a list of contact information for everyone to keep with them.
Be patient. 40 For example, you may have to wait for someone in the morning before setting out or stick around a souvenir shop until a friend finishes browsing. Before you begin your trip, set realistic expectations and get into a flexible mindset. If you can go with the flow during your group trip, you will be more likely to have a relaxing experience.
A. Vote on activities.
B. Create a balanced journey.
C. Thus, you might discover something new about yourself.
D. It's OK to miss a group activity if you need some time alone.
E. Besides, you may be around people with different preferences.
F. If someone gets lost or the group separates, it's easy to reconnect.
G. Traveling in a group means some activities will take longer than if you did them alone.
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。
Jane was a girl who wanted to do something in the world. One day, she sat down in front of an empty canvas(画布) and began to 41 . Every stroke(笔画) was more perfect than the last, slowly moving towards a(n) 42 work.
Obviously Jane had a 43 for painting. But a few moments after she finished painting, she got 44 and quickly stood up. Jane thought there was so much more in the world to see and do. If she finally decided to do something else in life, then all the time she spent painting would be a 45 . So she walked out of the door.
While walking, she was 46 in an important decision she found too hard to make because she had so many 47 . Should she practice medicine, design buildings, or teach children She was absolutely confused.
Forty years later, Jane began to cry. After trying the endless 48 , she hadn't done anything 49 at all. Her youth would never 50 . Eventually, Jane learned life is about making a correct decision timely and 51 unhesitatingly. So the girl, who was no longer a girl, bought some canvases and paints from a local store and 52 painting through the day and into the night.
Many of us are still 53 trying to“ find our passion”--- something we believe will finally lead us closer to happiness and success. However, the 54 is, our passion comes from doing things right-- live more 55 from today and experience small positive changes.
41. A. paint B. think C. write D. print
42. A. different B. excellent C. unique D. romantic
43. A. desire B. reason C. gift D. responsibility
44. A. tired B. proud C. surprised D. anxious
45. A. joy B. chance C. waste D. success
46. A. caught B. buried C. interested D. experienced
47. A. options B. difficulties C. regrets D. troubles
48. A. experiments B. risks C. challenges D. possibilities
49. A. fortunate B. ordinary C. meaningful D. necessary
50. A. change B. return C. reply D. hide
51. A. carrying on B. catching on C. making up D. turning up
52. A. remembered B. began C. finished D. imagined
53. A. impatiently B. unexpectedly C. occasionally D. continuously
54. A. purpose B. promise C. truth D. hope
55. A. willingly B. passionately C. peacefully D. freely
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。
There are many stories on the Internet of new homeowners finding bundles of cash in the walls and furniture of the house they bought. However, this one ends quite (56) ( different).
A grandmother, Vicky Omodu, had just moved into her new house (57) any furniture. So she placed an ad on Craigslist (58) ( get) several pieces of furniture. Then Vicky(59) ( contact) by a family who wanted to give away a bedroom set and sofa. The joy of getting her home and furniture made Vicky extremely happy(60) delighted. But it was during that time (61) she realized there was something strange about the couch cushions.
Vicky found $36,000(62) ( hide) in the cushion of the couch, but she decided not to keep it for herself. She called up the family who had given her the furniture,(63) ( inform) them what she had found inside the couch. They were shocked because (64) belonged to a relative who had passed away, and they had found cash earlier too but not as much as Vicky found.
Vicky wasn't expecting anything in return, but to show (65) ( appreciate) for Vicky, the family bought her a new refrigerator.
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分 40 分)
第一节 应用文写作 (满分 15 分)
假定你是李华，你将在英语课自由发言环节与同学们分享你英语学习中的一个好习惯。请你写一篇发言稿，内容包括：
1. 你的好习惯；
2. 你的受益情况。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80 左右 ；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
第二节 (满分 25 分)
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。
When I was seven years old, my family moved from Mexico to America. In Mexico, I was a cheerful girl who loved making people laugh with my jokes and inventing funny games to play with my friends. However, when I arrived in America, I found it hard to fit in, and I became quieter.
We lived in a small house with a modest yard where we grew vegetables--- my responsibility. While I took pride in watching them grow, there were times when I dreamed of having a beautiful garden like my schoolmate Luella's, with its delicate tulips ( 郁金香). Although Luella lived in the same neighborhood as me, we barely knew each other. It was after a tornado that everything changed.
The tornado struck on a Sunday afternoon. The gentle breeze transformed into a strong wind, and thick gray clouds filled the sky. Gradually, the tornado took shape, starting as a thin rope and growing into a large black funnel( 漏斗). My entire family gathered in the bathroom, seeking shelter from the storm. Terrified, I sat close to my mom, knees in my chest. After the storm had passed , our worries and fears were replaced by relief that we were unharmed and that our house had remained undamaged.
As I stepped outside , I witnessed the extent of the damage the tornado had caused to our neighborhood. Across the street, a tall tree had fallen, crushing Luella's garden in front of her yellow house. We hurried over to check on it. Fortunately, her family seemed to be away at the time , and no one was injured. However, her once- beautiful garden was in ruins, with the fallen tree destroying the tulips and debris ( 碎片) spread everywhere. I could only imagine how heartbroken they must feel seeing this.
Then my mom's usual words rang in my ear,“ It is more blessed to give than to receive,” and my family started to think about how we could help.
注意：续写词数应为 150 左右。
Paragraph1:
Just at that moment, Luella's family returned in their car.
Paragraph2:
Even after the debris was cleared, I could still sense Luella's sorrow for her lost garden.
