2024-2025学年海南省文昌中学高三上学期第二次月考英语题（含答案）
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2024-2025学年海南省文昌中学高三上学期第二次月考英语题
（试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟）
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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. What’s the weather like now
A. Cloudy. B. Sunny. C. Windy.
2. Who usually calls the customers on Monday
A. Peter. B. Jack. C. Gary.
3. Where are the speakers
A. In a grocery store. B. In a chocolate factory. C. In a café.
4. What time will dinner be ready
A. At 6:00 p.m. B. At 6:30 p.m. C. At 7:00 p.m.
5. What does the woman think of Daniel
A. He is generous. B. He is rich. C. He is popular.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. How long will Colin be away from school
A. One week. B. Two weeks. C. Eight weeks.
7. What does the woman suggest doing
A. Sending Colin a card.
B. Visiting Colin at his house.
C. Helping Colin with his schoolwork.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Which room is the most dangerous room according to the woman
A. The bathroom. B. The bedroom. C. The kitchen.
9. Who might the man be
A. A writer. B. A bookshop worker. C. A radio host.
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Child safety at home. B. Terrible accidents in Britain. C. Hospital treatment in Britain.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the man’s problem
A He can’t choose from different computer brands.
B. His computer doesn’t work properly.
C. He needs to borrow a computer.
12. Why does the woman recommend Electro-Land
A. She bought her computer there.
B. The prices are lower there.
C. Her friend works there.
13. What will the man do next
A. Go to a store. B. Arrange another repair. C. Do some research.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow students. B. Fellow performers. C. Brother and sister.
15. How did Jane win the talent show
A. By singing. B. By dancing. C. By telling jokes.
16. How does Peter feel about Jane’s success
A Envious. B. Indifferent. C. Proud.
17. What will Jane do next year
A. Spend more time with family. B. Go to university. C. Do a world tour.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What was the two children’s problem when they were just found
A. No one could understand them.
B. People were scared of them.
C. They refused to speak.
19. Who took care of the children
A. Some Flemish people. B. Several villagers. C. A rich man.
20. What was probably the cause of the children’s green skin
A. They ate strange food. B. They lacked nutrition. C. Their parents had green skin.
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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
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Why FCC
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About Prices
FCC offers reasonable rates depending on the type of the bike and how long you want to rent it. You can check the given chart below. It gives the lowest discounts on the items, making it a cost-effective option for families and friends. For more information, you can click here.
One Mountain Bike Rental One Road Bike Rental
1 Day $53 $62
2 Days $89 $107
3 Days $124 $133
Optional Bike Tours
There are various bike tours for you to explore Malaysia. For instance, a cultural heritage bike tour in Kuala Lumpur takes you to famous sites like the Merdeka Square. The St. Peter’s Church and the Stadthuys in the historic Malacca City are also great choices for history lovers. Don’t miss the beauty of naturally scenic routes through green tea plantations in the tour of the Cameron Highlands.
1. What does FCC feature
A. High-cost gears. B. High-quality bikes.
C. Guided motor tours. D. Good hotel services.
2. How much should you pay for renting a mountain bike and a road bike for 2 days
A. $115. B. $196. C. $230. D. $257.
3. Which is the most suitable place for nature lovers to cycle to
A. The St. Peter’s Church. B. The Stadthuys.
C. The Cameron Highlands. D. The Merdeka Square.
B
One summer night in a seaside cottage, a boy felt himself lifted from bed. Then, with the swiftness of a dream, he was held in his father’s arms out onto the nearby beach. Overhead the sky blazed with stars. “Watch!” Incredibly, as his father spoke, one of the stars moved. In a line of golden fire it flashed across the astonished heavens. And before the wonder of this could fade, another star leaped from its place, then another, plunging towards the restless sea.
“What’s this ” the child whispered.
“Shooting stars. They come every year on a certain August night. I thought you’d like to see the show.”
That was all: just an unexpected glimpse of something mysterious and beautiful. But, back in bed, the child stared for a long time into the dark, knowing that all around the quiet house, the night was full of the silent music of the falling stars.
Decades have passed, but I remember that night still, because I was the fortunate boy whose father believed that a new experience was more important for a small boy than an unbroken night’s sleep. No doubt I had all the usual childhood entertainment, but those are forgotten now. What I remember is the night of the shooting stars, and the day we rode in a caboose (列车末尾的职工车厢), the telegraph we made that really worked, and the “trophy table” in the dining room where we children were encouraged to exhibit things we had found — anything unusual or beautiful — snake skins, seashells, flowers, arrowheads... I remember the thought-provoking (引人深思的) books left by my bedside that pushed back my horizons and sometimes actually changed my life.
My father had, to a marvellous degree, the gift of opening doors for his children, of leading them into areas of splendid newness. This subtle art of adding dimensions to a child’s world doesn’t necessarily require a great deal of time. It simply involves doing things more often with our children instead of for them or to them.
4. What does the underlined sentence in paragraph 4 mean
A. The child was still immersed in the beautiful scenery just now.
B. The child was too frightened to fall asleep because of darkness.
C. The child wanted to listen more to the music about falling stars.
D. The child felt grateful to his father for what he showed him.
5. All the things the author remember from his childhood are ________.
A. unusual and novel B. dangerous and demanding
C. strange and uncommon D. educational and thought-provoking
6. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. Parents should interfere more with their children’s learning.
B. Parents should push their children to try to do everything on their own.
C. Parents should devote energy to exploring new things for their children.
D. Parents should encourage children to be curious and explore new things in life.
7. What’s the best title for this passage
A. Limitless knowledge B. Father, the hero of my life
C. Curiosity aroused that night D. The unusual things in my life
C
A recent survey in the US found that Gen Z-ers and Millennials (千禧一代) visit libraries more often than their parents or grandparents. The young love libraries because they are secure, comfortable, free and — as my 11-year-old would say — “aesthetic”. This means they look good in the background of an Instagram post or TikTok video. Libraries are also a great place to meet people. If you’re both young and in a library, chances are that you have similar interests.
And then, too, there are the books. Gen Z-ers are turning out to be big readers, especially of paper books. Even though they have smartphones, the most limitlessly distracting devices ever invented, in their pockets, many are deliberately choosing to pick up a piece of 15th-century technology instead. They like the fact that books are self-contained and require concentration.
There is, sometimes, a sense of nostalgic (怀旧的) cosplay in the way young people read. In New York, for example, the latest TikTok-fuelled craze is reading with strangers in bars. You have to buy a ticket in advance, and then you all gather and sit in silence for 30 minutes, reading whatever book you’ve brought along. Like an expensive version of going to the library, except that afterwards you all have a drink and talk about books.
The very thought of it makes me suffer, but that’s because I’m a child of the 1970s and 1980s. To me, reading is a private pleasure, while screens — TV or cinema — are social. I did once, in a fit of ambitious parenting, introduce a “family reading hour”, during which my husband and children were pressed to join me at the fireside for some silent reading. It could not have felt more performative if we had dressed up in top hats and crinolines (旧时的裙衬). But still, I applaud these young readers — for knowing what is good for them, for seeking out human connection, for finding the beauty and pleasure in old institutions, and for bringing new life to the library.
8. What does the underlined word “aesthetic” in paragraph l mean
A. Visually appealing. B. Similarly private.
C. Spiritually relaxing. D. Economically practical.
9. Why do many young people choose to read paper books despite having smartphones
A. Paper books are cheaper than smartphones.
B. Paper books are easier to carry around.
C. Paper books are a form of nostalgic entertainment.
D. Paper books offer a distraction-free reading experience.
10. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. The popularity of TikTok in New York.
B. A gathering attended by strangers free of charge.
C. A new reading trend integrating the old and new.
D. Historical costumes and their appeal to young readers.
11. Why does the author mention a “family reading hour” in paragraph 4
A. To highlight her success in parenting the children.
B. To illustrate her attempt to combine personal and joint reading habits.
C. To criticize the lack of interest in performance among family members.
D To emphasize the importance of dressing formally during family activities.
D
According to the Solar Energy Industry Association, the number of solar panels installed(安装)has grown rapidly in the past decade, and it has to grow even faster to meet climate goals. But all of that growth will take up a lot of space, and though more and more people accept the concept of solar energy, few like large solar panels to be installed near them.
Solar developers want to put up panels as quickly and cheaply as possible, so they haven’t given much thought to what they put under them. Often, they’ll end up filling the area with small stones and using chemicals to control weeds. The result is that many communities, especially in farming regions, see solar farms as destroyers of the soil.
“Solar projects need to be good neighbors” says Jordan Macknick, the head of the Innovative Site Preparation and Impact Reductions on the Environment(InSPIRE)project. “They need to be protectors of the land and contribute to the agricultural economy.” InSPIRE is investigating practical approaches to “low-impact” solar development, which focuses on establishing and operating solar farms in a way that is kinder to the land. One of the easiest low-impact solar strategies is providing habitat for pollinators(传粉昆虫).
Habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change have caused dramatic declines in pollinator populations over the past couple of decades, which has damaged the U.S. agricultural economy. Over 28 states have passed laws related to pollinator habitat protection and pesticide use. Conservation organizations put out pollinator-friendliness guidelines for home gardens, businesses, schools, cities—and now there are guidelines for solar farms.
Over the past few years, many solar farm developers have transformed the space under their solar panels into a shelter for various kinds of pollinators, resulting in soil improvement and carbon reduction. “These pollinator-friendly solar farms can have a valuable impact on everything that’s going on in the landscape,” says Macknick.
12. What do solar developers often ignore
A. The decline in the demand for solar energy.
B. The negative impact of installing solar panels.
C. The rising labor cost of building solar farms.
D. The most recent advances in solar technology.
13. What does InSPIRE aim to do
A. Improve the productivity of local farms.
B. Invent new methods for controlling weeds.
C. Make solar projects environmentally friendly.
D. Promote the use of solar energy in rural areas.
14. What is the purpose of the laws mentioned in paragraph 4
A. To conserve pollinators. B. To restrict solar development.
C. To diversify the economy. D. To ensure the supply of energy.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Pollinators: To Leave or to Stay B. Solar Energy: Hope for the Future
C. InSPIRE: A Leader in Agriculture D. Solar Farms: A New Development
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。
Tips for Planning a Nature Walk With Your Child
When it comes to planning a nature walk, the key tip to keep in mind is to have fun with it! ____16____ If children are given the opportunity to experience nature, even in simple ways, interaction and engagement follow quite naturally.
Let your children get dirty.
If your little one is anxious to crawl (爬) in the dirt to get a better look at worms, then go for it! ____17____ Research suggests that kids who play the dirt are exposed to bacteria, germs and viruses that can help build their immune (免疫) system and reduce the risks of certain allergies and illnesses later in life.
____18____
Encourage them to stop to turn over rocks, touch moss, and when they can, climb on and over rocks and fallen trees. Whatever the environment, which you assess for any unreasonable danger, the children can set the pace — stimulating confidence, flexibility, problem-solving, creativity, and a sense of wonder.
Get creative.
____19____ Davis suggests pretending play, such as using a stick as a s word or magic wand, or making up stories about the items found during your walk. Your findings also work great for an art project. “Collecting rocks while on your nature walk can later he painted and re-purposed as beautiful works of art,” says Davis.
Let older children be more adventurous.
For the older kids, it’s all shout making a deeper connect ion with the world around them. With older kids, you can encourage them to connect with nature on a deeper level by exploring their senses. ____20____.
A. Assess environment.
B. Have your children lead the way.
C. Nature is perfect for a child’s creativity.
D. Nature walks don’t have to be complicated.
E. Dirt might get a bad reputation, but it shouldn’t.
F. Try having them walk barefoot on different surfaces.
G. Give them the freedom to play in their own ways.
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During a trip to San Diego, my husband Dan and I came across two stars, Gracie and Billy, at the Bahia Resort Hotel. Gracie and Billy were actually two harbor ___21___. I later learned Gracie had a severe visual disability and Billy was ___22___. Despite their limitations, they lived joyfully, playing and moving gracefully in their pool. I ___23___ them daily, fascinated by their enthusiasm and joy.
“Come on, Gracie,” her attendant called one day during feeding time. Gracie,___24___ the attendant’s presence, swam towards him, only to ___25___ under and swim away at the last second. Billy joined in the ___26___, creating a delightful scene of water joy.
As I spent hours ___27___ Gracle and Billy, I couldn’t help but feel a deep ___28___ with them. Dan noticed my ___29___ and said, “You’ re falling in love with them, aren’t you ” Indeed, I was. Their ability to ____30____ and find joy in their circumstances left a permanent impression on me.
Two years later, I faced my own battle with my ____31____. Terrified of losing my vision, I recalled the seals’ ability to thrive despite their blindness. “____32____ what you can do,” I reminded myself, inspired by Gracie and Billy’s ____33____ for life.
I ____34____ simple pleasures like preparing and enjoying meals and rediscovered my love for exercise. As my body ____35____, I realized that Gracie and Billy’s lives became a guiding light during my darkest moments, teaching me to find joy in the present.
21. A. attendants B. seals C. safeguards D. actresses
22. A. lame B. shy C. slim D. blind
23. A. visited B. fed C. comforted D. guided
24. A. remembering B. expecting C. appreciating D. sensing
25. A. float B. dive C. hide D. sink
26. A. celebration B. conversation C. fun D. contest
27. A. training B. observing C. examining D. caring
28. A. connection B. agreement C. conflict D. challenge
29. A. embarrassment B. fascination C. devotion D. confusion
30. A. adapt B. perform C. communicate D. respond
31. A. eyesight B. confidence C. belief D. depression
32. A. Leave behind B. Focus on C. Account for D. Put off
33. A. responsibility B. requirement C. enthusiasm D. preparation
34. A. needed B. missed C. ignored D. embraced
35. A. weighed B. improved C. balanced D. relaxed
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。
Every year for over a millennium (千年), fishermen have braved the subzero temperatures, biting winds and deep snow to search for an underwater fortune at Chagan Lake — one of the biggest freshwater ____36____ (lake) in our country.
Chagan is the only place in China ____37____ you can still find fishermen using a Mongolian fishing method that dates back centuries and has ____38____ (bare) changed over time. Holes are drilled in the ice ____39____ (lower) a 2-kilometer-long net into position underwater. Once it fills up with fish, the net is pulled out of the water using a giant wheel ____40____ (turn) by Mongolian horses. The largest fish in the season’s first catch is believed to be lucky, and will go to the highest bidder at the auction (拍卖).
To ensure that this tradition can continue ____41____ damaging the lake’s ecology, fishermen keep nature in mind throughout the process. Avoiding the use of modem vehicles helps reduce the chance of polluting the lake water, and ____42____ number of fish that can ____43____ (catch) is capped to ensure that there will be fish for years to come.
Also, over the past few years, the money from the auction has been invested into protecting the lake and surrounding environment. And during the summer, private fishing without ____44____ (permit) is strictly prohibited. These preservative measures _____45_____ (keep) the tradition alive for thousands of years and certainly will be passed on to future generations.
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）
46. 你校英文报正在为即将到来体育节征集体育项目，请你推荐一项有益的球类运动。内容包括：
1. 阐述该项目的优点；
2. 说明开展的可行性。
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。
Ball Game Fun: Try It!
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第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“No, little girl. You can’t get in without the money.” Jeffrey, the bus driver, told a little girl who wanted to get on the bus but only had a few pennies. She must have been around seven years old, and he wasn’t in the mood to deal with unaccompanied children that day.
“Please, sir. I want to visit my grandmother,” the little girl begged. “Then go ask your parents for the money and come back next time,” Jeffrey replied and gestured with his hand for the girl to get out. She finally left the bus with her shoulders lowered. Jeffrey saw her sit down at the bus stop and drove off.
He finished his route and went home for the lunch, greeting his wife, Greta, and sitting down on the couch to rest. When he browsed his Facebook posts, an image caught his attention. A picture was shared of the little girl he had just turned away a few hours earlier. The word “Missing” was written on top of the image. He learned that the girl had disappeared a day ago, and her parents were desperately trying to find her.
“Dear! What have I done ” he asked himself, standing up and going to the front door. When Greta asked where he was going, Jeffrey said, “Greta! Quick! Call 911 and this number,” showing her the picture of the girl. “I saw this girl at a bus stop earlier, and I turned her away because she didn’t have enough money. I’m going to find her, but please make those calls.” Having told her where the bus stop was, he went out.
Jeffrey rushed to his car, speeding to the bus stop. Hopefully, the girl was smart enough to stay in one place. He couldn’t believe how careless he had been earlier. She was a little girl all alone. As he drove to the bus stop, Jeffrey vowed to be more careful in the future, especially when it came to children.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Finally, Jeffrey saw a tiny figure sitting on the bench at the spot.
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A few minutes later, the police and another car approached.
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答案版
（试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟）
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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. What’s the weather like now
A. Cloudy. B. Sunny. C. Windy.
2. Who usually calls the customers on Monday
A. Peter. B. Jack. C. Gary.
3. Where are the speakers
A. In a grocery store. B. In a chocolate factory. C. In a café.
4. What time will dinner be ready
A. At 6:00 p.m. B. At 6:30 p.m. C. At 7:00 p.m.
5. What does the woman think of Daniel
A. He is generous. B. He is rich. C. He is popular.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. How long will Colin be away from school
A. One week. B. Two weeks. C. Eight weeks.
7. What does the woman suggest doing
A. Sending Colin a card.
B. Visiting Colin at his house.
C. Helping Colin with his schoolwork.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Which room is the most dangerous room according to the woman
A. The bathroom. B. The bedroom. C. The kitchen.
9. Who might the man be
A. A writer. B. A bookshop worker. C. A radio host.
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Child safety at home. B. Terrible accidents in Britain. C. Hospital treatment in Britain.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the man’s problem
A. He can’t choose from different computer brands.
B. His computer doesn’t work properly.
C. He needs to borrow a computer.
12. Why does the woman recommend Electro-Land
A. She bought her computer there.
B. The prices are lower there.
C. Her friend works there.
13. What will the man do next
A. Go to a store. B. Arrange another repair. C. Do some research.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow students. B. Fellow performers. C. Brother and sister.
15. How did Jane win the talent show
A. By singing. B. By dancing. C. By telling jokes.
16. How does Peter feel about Jane’s success
A. Envious. B. Indifferent. C. Proud.
17. What will Jane do next year
A. Spend more time with family. B. Go to university. C. Do a world tour.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What was the two children’s problem when they were just found
A. No one could understand them.
B. People were scared of them.
C. They refused to speak.
19. Who took care of the children
A. Some Flemish people. B. Several villagers. C. A rich man.
20. What was probably the cause of the children’s green skin
A. They ate strange food. B. They lacked nutrition. C. Their parents had green skin.
听力答案 略
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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Established in 2015, Foresttrek Cycle Centre (FCC) has become a fantastic bike service provider in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Offering a wide range of bikes, gears(排挡)and parts. FCC is the perfect place to start road cycling for all levels of bikers. Now get rolling on the ride, your road cycling experience starts here.
Why FCC
With FCC you can enjoy various types of cycling. What sets FCC apart from others is its commitment to quality control. The products that include kids’ bikes, mountain bikes, road bikes and touring bikes ensure you to have everything you need for a great cycling trip. Plus, its friendly customer service is always ready to send the bike to your drop-off location or deliver it to your hotel the day before your ride.
About Prices
FCC offers reasonable rates depending on the type of the bike and how long you want to rent it. You can check the given chart below. It gives the lowest discounts on the items, making it a cost-effective option for families and friends. For more information, you can click here.
One Mountain Bike Rental One Road Bike Rental
1 Day $53 $62
2 Days $89 $107
3 Days $124 $133
Optional Bike Tours
There are various bike tours for you to explore Malaysia. For instance, a cultural heritage bike tour in Kuala Lumpur takes you to famous sites like the Merdeka Square. The St. Peter’s Church and the Stadthuys in the historic Malacca City are also great choices for history lovers. Don’t miss the beauty of naturally scenic routes through green tea plantations in the tour of the Cameron Highlands.
1. What does FCC feature
A. High-cost gears. B. High-quality bikes.
C. Guided motor tours. D. Good hotel services.
2 How much should you pay for renting a mountain bike and a road bike for 2 days
A. $115. B. $196. C. $230. D. $257.
3. Which is the most suitable place for nature lovers to cycle to
A. The St. Peter’s Church. B. The Stadthuys.
C. The Cameron Highlands. D. The Merdeka Square.
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C
B
One summer night in a seaside cottage, a boy felt himself lifted from bed. Then, with the swiftness of a dream, he was held in his father’s arms out onto the nearby beach. Overhead the sky blazed with stars. “Watch!” Incredibly, as his father spoke, one of the stars moved. In a line of golden fire it flashed across the astonished heavens. And before the wonder of this could fade, another star leaped from its place, then another, plunging towards the restless sea.
“What’s this ” the child whispered.
“Shooting stars. They come every year on a certain August night. I thought you’d like to see the show.”
That was all: just an unexpected glimpse of something mysterious and beautiful. But, back in bed, the child stared for a long time into the dark, knowing that all around the quiet house, the night was full of the silent music of the falling stars.
Decades have passed, but I remember that night still, because I was the fortunate boy whose father believed that a new experience was more important for a small boy than an unbroken night’s sleep. No doubt I had all the usual childhood entertainment, but those are forgotten now. What I remember is the night of the shooting stars, and the day we rode in a caboose (列车末尾的职工车厢), the telegraph we made that really worked, and the “trophy table” in the dining room where we children were encouraged to exhibit things we had found — anything unusual or beautiful — snake skins, seashells, flowers, arrowheads... I remember the thought-provoking (引人深思的) books left by my bedside that pushed back my horizons and sometimes actually changed my life.
My father had, to a marvellous degree, the gift of opening doors for his children, of leading them into areas of splendid newness. This subtle art of adding dimensions to a child’s world doesn’t necessarily require a great deal of time. It simply involves doing things more often with our children instead of for them or to them.
4. What does the underlined sentence in paragraph 4 mean
A. The child was still immersed in the beautiful scenery just now.
B. The child was too frightened to fall asleep because of darkness.
C. The child wanted to listen more to the music about falling stars.
D. The child felt grateful to his father for what he showed him.
5. All the things the author remember from his childhood are ________.
A. unusual and novel B. dangerous and demanding
C. strange and uncommon D. educational and thought-provoking
6. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. Parents should interfere more with their children’s learning.
B. Parents should push their children to try to do everything on their own.
C. Parents should devote energy to exploring new things for their children.
D. Parents should encourage children to be curious and explore new things in life.
7. What’s the best title for this passage
A. Limitless knowledge B. Father, the hero of my life
C. Curiosity aroused that night D. The unusual things in my life
【答案】4. A 5. A 6. D 7. C
C
A recent survey in the US found that Gen Z-ers and Millennials (千禧一代) visit libraries more often than their parents or grandparents. The young love libraries because they are secure, comfortable, free and — as my 11-year-old would say — “aesthetic”. This means they look good in the background of an Instagram post or TikTok video. Libraries are also a great place to meet people. If you’re both young and in a library, chances are that you have similar interests.
And then, too, there are the books. Gen Z-ers are turning out to be big readers, especially of paper books. Even though they have smartphones, the most limitlessly distracting devices ever invented, in their pockets, many are deliberately choosing to pick up a piece of 15th-century technology instead. They like the fact that books are self-contained and require concentration.
There is, sometimes, a sense of nostalgic (怀旧的) cosplay in the way young people read. In New York, for example, the latest TikTok-fuelled craze is reading with strangers in bars. You have to buy a ticket in advance, and then you all gather and sit in silence for 30 minutes, reading whatever book you’ve brought along. Like an expensive version of going to the library, except that afterwards you all have a drink and talk about books.
The very thought of it makes me suffer, but that’s because I’m a child of the 1970s and 1980s. To me, reading is a private pleasure, while screens — TV or cinema — are social. I did once, in a fit of ambitious parenting, introduce a “family reading hour”, during which my husband and children were pressed to join me at the fireside for some silent reading. It could not have felt more performative if we had dressed up in top hats and crinolines (旧时的裙衬). But still, I applaud these young readers — for knowing what is good for them, for seeking out human connection, for finding the beauty and pleasure in old institutions, and for bringing new life to the library.
8. What does the underlined word “aesthetic” in paragraph l mean
A. Visually appealing. B. Similarly private.
C. Spiritually relaxing. D. Economically practical.
9. Why do many young people choose to read paper books despite having smartphones
A. Paper books are cheaper than smartphones.
B. Paper books are easier to carry around.
C. Paper books are a form of nostalgic entertainment.
D. Paper books offer a distraction-free reading experience.
10. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. The popularity of TikTok in New York.
B. A gathering attended by strangers free of charge.
C. A new reading trend integrating the old and new.
D. Historical costumes and their appeal to young readers.
11. Why does the author mention a “family reading hour” in paragraph 4
A. To highlight her success in parenting the children.
B. To illustrate her attempt to combine personal and joint reading habits.
C. To criticize the lack of interest in performance among family members.
D. To emphasize the importance of dressing formally during family activities.
【答案】8. A 9. D 10. C 11. B
D
According to the Solar Energy Industry Association, the number of solar panels installed(安装)has grown rapidly in the past decade, and it has to grow even faster to meet climate goals. But all of that growth will take up a lot of space, and though more and more people accept the concept of solar energy, few like large solar panels to be installed near them.
Solar developers want to put up panels as quickly and cheaply as possible, so they haven’t given much thought to what they put under them. Often, they’ll end up filling the area with small stones and using chemicals to control weeds. The result is that many communities, especially in farming regions, see solar farms as destroyers of the soil.
“Solar projects need to be good neighbors,” says Jordan Macknick, the head of the Innovative Site Preparation and Impact Reductions on the Environment(InSPIRE)project. “They need to be protectors of the land and contribute to the agricultural economy.” InSPIRE is investigating practical approaches to “low-impact” solar development, which focuses on establishing and operating solar farms in a way that is kinder to the land. One of the easiest low-impact solar strategies is providing habitat for pollinators(传粉昆虫).
Habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change have caused dramatic declines in pollinator populations over the past couple of decades, which has damaged the U.S. agricultural economy. Over 28 states have passed laws related to pollinator habitat protection and pesticide use. Conservation organizations put out pollinator-friendliness guidelines for home gardens, businesses, schools, cities—and now there are guidelines for solar farms.
Over the past few years, many solar farm developers have transformed the space under their solar panels into a shelter for various kinds of pollinators, resulting in soil improvement and carbon reduction. “These pollinator-friendly solar farms can have a valuable impact on everything that’s going on in the landscape,” says Macknick.
12. What do solar developers often ignore
A. The decline in the demand for solar energy.
B. The negative impact of installing solar panels.
C. The rising labor cost of building solar farms.
D. The most recent advances in solar technology.
13. What does InSPIRE aim to do
A. Improve the productivity of local farms.
B. Invent new methods for controlling weeds.
C. Make solar projects environmentally friendly.
D. Promote the use of solar energy in rural areas.
14. What is the purpose of the laws mentioned in paragraph 4
A. To conserve pollinators. B. To restrict solar development.
C. To diversify the economy. D. To ensure the supply of energy.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Pollinators: To Leave or to Stay B. Solar Energy: Hope for the Future
C. InSPIRE: A Leader in Agriculture D. Solar Farms: A New Development
【答案】12. B 13. C 14. A 15. D
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。
Tips for Planning a Nature Walk With Your Child
When it comes to planning a nature walk, the key tip to keep in mind is to have fun with it! ____16____ If children are given the opportunity to experience nature, even in simple ways, interaction and engagement follow quite naturally.
Let your children get dirty.
If your little one is anxious to crawl (爬) in the dirt to get a better look at worms, then go for it! ____17____ Research suggests that kids who play the dirt are exposed to bacteria, germs and viruses that can help build their immune (免疫) system and reduce the risks of certain allergies and illnesses later in life.
____18____
Encourage them to stop to turn over rocks, touch moss, and when they can, climb on and over rocks and fallen trees. Whatever the environment, which you assess for any unreasonable danger, the children can set the pace — stimulating confidence, flexibility, problem-solving, creativity, and a sense of wonder.
Get creative.
____19____ Davis suggests pretending play, such as using a stick as a s word or magic wand, or making up stories about the items found during your walk. Your findings also work great for an art project. “Collecting rocks while on your nature walk can later he painted and re-purposed as beautiful works of art,” says Davis.
Let older children be more adventurous.
For the older kids, it’s all shout making a deeper connect ion with the world around them. With older kids, you can encourage them to connect with nature on a deeper level by exploring their senses. ____20____.
A. Assess environment.
B. Have your children lead the way.
C. Nature is perfect for a child’s creativity.
D. Nature walks don’t have to be complicated.
E. Dirt might get a bad reputation, but it shouldn’t.
F. Try having them walk barefoot on different surfaces.
G. Give them the freedom to play in their own ways.
【答案】16 D 17. E 18. B 19. C 20. F
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During a trip to San Diego, my husband Dan and I came across two stars, Gracie and Billy, at the Bahia Resort Hotel. Gracie and Billy were actually two harbor ___21___. I later learned Gracie had a severe visual disability and Billy was ___22___. Despite their limitations, they lived joyfully, playing and moving gracefully in their pool. I ___23___ them daily, fascinated by their enthusiasm and joy.
“Come on, Gracie,” her attendant called one day during feeding time. Gracie,___24___ the attendant’s presence, swam towards him, only to ___25___ under and swim away at the last second. Billy joined in the ___26___, creating a delightful scene of water joy.
As I spent hours ___27___ Gracle and Billy, I couldn’t help but feel a deep ___28___ with them. Dan noticed my ___29___ and said, “You’ re falling in love with them, aren’t you ” Indeed, I was. Their ability to ____30____ and find joy in their circumstances left a permanent impression on me.
Two years later, I faced my own battle with my ____31____. Terrified of losing my vision, I recalled the seals’ ability to thrive despite their blindness. “____32____ what you can do,” I reminded myself, inspired by Gracie and Billy’s ____33____ for life.
I ____34____ simple pleasures like preparing and enjoying meals and rediscovered my love for exercise. As my body ____35____, I realized that Gracie and Billy’s lives became a guiding light during my darkest moments, teaching me to find joy in the present.
21. A. attendants B. seals C. safeguards D. actresses
22. A. lame B. shy C. slim D. blind
23. A. visited B. fed C. comforted D. guided
24. A. remembering B. expecting C. appreciating D. sensing
25. A. float B. dive C. hide D. sink
26. A. celebration B. conversation C. fun D. contest
27. A. training B. observing C. examining D. caring
28. A. connection B. agreement C. conflict D. challenge
29. A. embarrassment B. fascination C. devotion D. confusion
30. A. adapt B. perform C. communicate D. respond
31. A. eyesight B. confidence C. belief D. depression
32. A. Leave behind B. Focus on C. Account for D. Put off
33. A. responsibility B. requirement C. enthusiasm D. preparation
34. A. needed B. missed C. ignored D. embraced
35. A. weighed B. improved C. balanced D. relaxed
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. D 25. B 26. C 27. B 28. A 29. B 30. A 31. A 32. B 33. C 34. D 35. B
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。
Every year for over a millennium (千年), fishermen have braved the subzero temperatures, biting winds and deep snow to search for an underwater fortune at Chagan Lake — one of the biggest freshwater ____36____ (lake) in our country.
Chagan is the only place in China ____37____ you can still find fishermen using a Mongolian fishing method that dates back centuries and has ____38____ (bare) changed over time. Holes are drilled in the ice ____39____ (lower) a 2-kilometer-long net into position underwater. Once it fills up with fish, the net is pulled out of the water using a giant wheel ____40____ (turn) by Mongolian horses. The largest fish in the season’s first catch is believed to be lucky, and will go to the highest bidder at the auction (拍卖).
To ensure that this tradition can continue ____41____ damaging the lake’s ecology, fishermen keep nature in mind throughout the process. Avoiding the use of modem vehicles helps reduce the chance of polluting the lake water, and ____42____ number of fish that can ____43____ (catch) is capped to ensure that there will be fish for years to come.
Also, over the past few years, the money from the auction has been invested into protecting the lake and surrounding environment. And during the summer, private fishing without ____44____ (permit) is strictly prohibited. These preservative measures _____45_____ (keep) the tradition alive for thousands of years and certainly will be passed on to future generations.
【答案】36. lakes
37. where 38. barely
39. to lower
40. turned 41. without
42. the 43. be caught
44. permission
45. have kept
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）
46. 你校英文报正在为即将到来的体育节征集体育项目，请你推荐一项有益的球类运动。内容包括：
1. 阐述该项目的优点；
2. 说明开展的可行性。
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。
Ball Game Fun: Try It!
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【答案】One possible version:
Ball Game Fun: Try It!
For the upcoming school sports festival, I highly recommend including table tennis as one of the activities. It possesses numerous remarkable advantages. Not only does it significantly enhance our hand-eye coordination, reaction speed, and concentration, but it also serves as an excellent means for us to engage in physical activity and maintain good health.
It is quite workable for the school sports festival, considering that there are many ping-pong tables available on campus. Moreover, table tennis is suitable for players of all skill levels and many students show great interest in it. Hence, organizing competitions or recreational play sessions would be relatively effortless.
I firmly believe that table tennis would be an excellent option, bringing substantial benefits to the students.
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“No, little girl. You can’t get in without the money.” Jeffrey, the bus driver, told a little girl who wanted to get on the bus but only had a few pennies. She must have been around seven years old, and he wasn’t in the mood to deal with unaccompanied children that day.
“Please, sir. I want to visit my grandmother,” the little girl begged. “Then go ask your parents for the money and come back next time,” Jeffrey replied and gestured with his hand for the girl to get out. She finally left the bus with her shoulders lowered. Jeffrey saw her sit down at the bus stop and drove off.
He finished his route and went home for the lunch, greeting his wife, Greta, and sitting down on the couch to rest. When he browsed his Facebook posts, an image caught his attention. A picture was shared of the little girl he had just turned away a few hours earlier. The word “Missing” was written on top of the image. He learned that the girl had disappeared a day ago, and her parents were desperately trying to find her.
“Dear! What have I done ” he asked himself, standing up and going to the front door. When Greta asked where he was going, Jeffrey said, “Greta! Quick! Call 911 and this number,” showing her the picture of the girl. “I saw this girl at a bus stop earlier, and I turned her away because she didn’t have enough money. I’m going to find her, but please make those calls.” Having told her where the bus stop was, he went out.
Jeffrey rushed to his car, speeding to the bus stop. Hopefully, the girl was smart enough to stay in one place. He couldn’t believe how careless he had been earlier. She was a little girl all alone. As he drove to the bus stop, Jeffrey vowed to be more careful in the future, especially when it came to children.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Finally, Jeffrey saw a tiny figure sitting on the bench at the spot.
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A few minutes later, the police and another car approached.
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【答案】 Finally, he saw a tiny figure sitting on the bench at the spot. Jeffery felt relieved and delighted to see the girl staying safe and sound. Trying to calm himself, Jeffery decided to talk to her gently. He inquired about her name and why she had left home. “I was going to Grandma’s house. My mom wouldn’t let me go.” Sarah replied, swinging one of her feet and looking at the concrete floor. “Your parents are searching for you, and they’ll be here soon,” he assured her, and the little girl gave him a small smile.
A few minutes later, the police and another car approached them. A woman got out of the vehicle and rushed toward Sarah. The little girl got up and ran to her, yelling, “Mommy!” The police officers approached Jeffrey and he told them the entire story and how he regretted not letting her on the bus, so he came to find her. Sarah’s parents thanked him for what he had done. From then on, Jeffrey helped anyone short on cash who got on his bus, and he always watched out for the kids that were alone because they needed someone like him to do the right job.
（试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟）
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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. What’s the weather like now
A. Cloudy. B. Sunny. C. Windy.
2. Who usually calls the customers on Monday
A. Peter. B. Jack. C. Gary.
3. Where are the speakers
A. In a grocery store. B. In a chocolate factory. C. In a café.
4. What time will dinner be ready
A. At 6:00 p.m. B. At 6:30 p.m. C. At 7:00 p.m.
5. What does the woman think of Daniel
A. He is generous. B. He is rich. C. He is popular.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. How long will Colin be away from school
A. One week. B. Two weeks. C. Eight weeks.
7. What does the woman suggest doing
A. Sending Colin a card.
B. Visiting Colin at his house.
C. Helping Colin with his schoolwork.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Which room is the most dangerous room according to the woman
A. The bathroom. B. The bedroom. C. The kitchen.
9. Who might the man be
A. A writer. B. A bookshop worker. C. A radio host.
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Child safety at home. B. Terrible accidents in Britain. C. Hospital treatment in Britain.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the man’s problem
A He can’t choose from different computer brands.
B. His computer doesn’t work properly.
C. He needs to borrow a computer.
12. Why does the woman recommend Electro-Land
A. She bought her computer there.
B. The prices are lower there.
C. Her friend works there.
13. What will the man do next
A. Go to a store. B. Arrange another repair. C. Do some research.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow students. B. Fellow performers. C. Brother and sister.
15. How did Jane win the talent show
A. By singing. B. By dancing. C. By telling jokes.
16. How does Peter feel about Jane’s success
A Envious. B. Indifferent. C. Proud.
17. What will Jane do next year
A. Spend more time with family. B. Go to university. C. Do a world tour.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What was the two children’s problem when they were just found
A. No one could understand them.
B. People were scared of them.
C. They refused to speak.
19. Who took care of the children
A. Some Flemish people. B. Several villagers. C. A rich man.
20. What was probably the cause of the children’s green skin
A. They ate strange food. B. They lacked nutrition. C. Their parents had green skin.
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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Established in 2015, Foresttrek Cycle Centre (FCC) has become a fantastic bike service provider in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Offering a wide range of bikes, gears(排挡)and parts. FCC is the perfect place to start road cycling for all levels of bikers. Now get rolling on the ride, your road cycling experience starts here.
Why FCC
With FCC, you can enjoy various types of cycling. What sets FCC apart from others is its commitment to quality control. The products that include kids’ bikes, mountain bikes, road bikes and touring bikes ensure you to have everything you need for a great cycling trip. Plus, its friendly customer service is always ready to send the bike to your drop-off location or deliver it to your hotel the day before your ride.
About Prices
FCC offers reasonable rates depending on the type of the bike and how long you want to rent it. You can check the given chart below. It gives the lowest discounts on the items, making it a cost-effective option for families and friends. For more information, you can click here.
One Mountain Bike Rental One Road Bike Rental
1 Day $53 $62
2 Days $89 $107
3 Days $124 $133
Optional Bike Tours
There are various bike tours for you to explore Malaysia. For instance, a cultural heritage bike tour in Kuala Lumpur takes you to famous sites like the Merdeka Square. The St. Peter’s Church and the Stadthuys in the historic Malacca City are also great choices for history lovers. Don’t miss the beauty of naturally scenic routes through green tea plantations in the tour of the Cameron Highlands.
1. What does FCC feature
A. High-cost gears. B. High-quality bikes.
C. Guided motor tours. D. Good hotel services.
2. How much should you pay for renting a mountain bike and a road bike for 2 days
A. $115. B. $196. C. $230. D. $257.
3. Which is the most suitable place for nature lovers to cycle to
A. The St. Peter’s Church. B. The Stadthuys.
C. The Cameron Highlands. D. The Merdeka Square.
B
One summer night in a seaside cottage, a boy felt himself lifted from bed. Then, with the swiftness of a dream, he was held in his father’s arms out onto the nearby beach. Overhead the sky blazed with stars. “Watch!” Incredibly, as his father spoke, one of the stars moved. In a line of golden fire it flashed across the astonished heavens. And before the wonder of this could fade, another star leaped from its place, then another, plunging towards the restless sea.
“What’s this ” the child whispered.
“Shooting stars. They come every year on a certain August night. I thought you’d like to see the show.”
That was all: just an unexpected glimpse of something mysterious and beautiful. But, back in bed, the child stared for a long time into the dark, knowing that all around the quiet house, the night was full of the silent music of the falling stars.
Decades have passed, but I remember that night still, because I was the fortunate boy whose father believed that a new experience was more important for a small boy than an unbroken night’s sleep. No doubt I had all the usual childhood entertainment, but those are forgotten now. What I remember is the night of the shooting stars, and the day we rode in a caboose (列车末尾的职工车厢), the telegraph we made that really worked, and the “trophy table” in the dining room where we children were encouraged to exhibit things we had found — anything unusual or beautiful — snake skins, seashells, flowers, arrowheads... I remember the thought-provoking (引人深思的) books left by my bedside that pushed back my horizons and sometimes actually changed my life.
My father had, to a marvellous degree, the gift of opening doors for his children, of leading them into areas of splendid newness. This subtle art of adding dimensions to a child’s world doesn’t necessarily require a great deal of time. It simply involves doing things more often with our children instead of for them or to them.
4. What does the underlined sentence in paragraph 4 mean
A. The child was still immersed in the beautiful scenery just now.
B. The child was too frightened to fall asleep because of darkness.
C. The child wanted to listen more to the music about falling stars.
D. The child felt grateful to his father for what he showed him.
5. All the things the author remember from his childhood are ________.
A. unusual and novel B. dangerous and demanding
C. strange and uncommon D. educational and thought-provoking
6. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. Parents should interfere more with their children’s learning.
B. Parents should push their children to try to do everything on their own.
C. Parents should devote energy to exploring new things for their children.
D. Parents should encourage children to be curious and explore new things in life.
7. What’s the best title for this passage
A. Limitless knowledge B. Father, the hero of my life
C. Curiosity aroused that night D. The unusual things in my life
C
A recent survey in the US found that Gen Z-ers and Millennials (千禧一代) visit libraries more often than their parents or grandparents. The young love libraries because they are secure, comfortable, free and — as my 11-year-old would say — “aesthetic”. This means they look good in the background of an Instagram post or TikTok video. Libraries are also a great place to meet people. If you’re both young and in a library, chances are that you have similar interests.
And then, too, there are the books. Gen Z-ers are turning out to be big readers, especially of paper books. Even though they have smartphones, the most limitlessly distracting devices ever invented, in their pockets, many are deliberately choosing to pick up a piece of 15th-century technology instead. They like the fact that books are self-contained and require concentration.
There is, sometimes, a sense of nostalgic (怀旧的) cosplay in the way young people read. In New York, for example, the latest TikTok-fuelled craze is reading with strangers in bars. You have to buy a ticket in advance, and then you all gather and sit in silence for 30 minutes, reading whatever book you’ve brought along. Like an expensive version of going to the library, except that afterwards you all have a drink and talk about books.
The very thought of it makes me suffer, but that’s because I’m a child of the 1970s and 1980s. To me, reading is a private pleasure, while screens — TV or cinema — are social. I did once, in a fit of ambitious parenting, introduce a “family reading hour”, during which my husband and children were pressed to join me at the fireside for some silent reading. It could not have felt more performative if we had dressed up in top hats and crinolines (旧时的裙衬). But still, I applaud these young readers — for knowing what is good for them, for seeking out human connection, for finding the beauty and pleasure in old institutions, and for bringing new life to the library.
8. What does the underlined word “aesthetic” in paragraph l mean
A. Visually appealing. B. Similarly private.
C. Spiritually relaxing. D. Economically practical.
9. Why do many young people choose to read paper books despite having smartphones
A. Paper books are cheaper than smartphones.
B. Paper books are easier to carry around.
C. Paper books are a form of nostalgic entertainment.
D. Paper books offer a distraction-free reading experience.
10. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. The popularity of TikTok in New York.
B. A gathering attended by strangers free of charge.
C. A new reading trend integrating the old and new.
D. Historical costumes and their appeal to young readers.
11. Why does the author mention a “family reading hour” in paragraph 4
A. To highlight her success in parenting the children.
B. To illustrate her attempt to combine personal and joint reading habits.
C. To criticize the lack of interest in performance among family members.
D To emphasize the importance of dressing formally during family activities.
D
According to the Solar Energy Industry Association, the number of solar panels installed(安装)has grown rapidly in the past decade, and it has to grow even faster to meet climate goals. But all of that growth will take up a lot of space, and though more and more people accept the concept of solar energy, few like large solar panels to be installed near them.
Solar developers want to put up panels as quickly and cheaply as possible, so they haven’t given much thought to what they put under them. Often, they’ll end up filling the area with small stones and using chemicals to control weeds. The result is that many communities, especially in farming regions, see solar farms as destroyers of the soil.
“Solar projects need to be good neighbors” says Jordan Macknick, the head of the Innovative Site Preparation and Impact Reductions on the Environment(InSPIRE)project. “They need to be protectors of the land and contribute to the agricultural economy.” InSPIRE is investigating practical approaches to “low-impact” solar development, which focuses on establishing and operating solar farms in a way that is kinder to the land. One of the easiest low-impact solar strategies is providing habitat for pollinators(传粉昆虫).
Habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change have caused dramatic declines in pollinator populations over the past couple of decades, which has damaged the U.S. agricultural economy. Over 28 states have passed laws related to pollinator habitat protection and pesticide use. Conservation organizations put out pollinator-friendliness guidelines for home gardens, businesses, schools, cities—and now there are guidelines for solar farms.
Over the past few years, many solar farm developers have transformed the space under their solar panels into a shelter for various kinds of pollinators, resulting in soil improvement and carbon reduction. “These pollinator-friendly solar farms can have a valuable impact on everything that’s going on in the landscape,” says Macknick.
12. What do solar developers often ignore
A. The decline in the demand for solar energy.
B. The negative impact of installing solar panels.
C. The rising labor cost of building solar farms.
D. The most recent advances in solar technology.
13. What does InSPIRE aim to do
A. Improve the productivity of local farms.
B. Invent new methods for controlling weeds.
C. Make solar projects environmentally friendly.
D. Promote the use of solar energy in rural areas.
14. What is the purpose of the laws mentioned in paragraph 4
A. To conserve pollinators. B. To restrict solar development.
C. To diversify the economy. D. To ensure the supply of energy.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Pollinators: To Leave or to Stay B. Solar Energy: Hope for the Future
C. InSPIRE: A Leader in Agriculture D. Solar Farms: A New Development
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。
Tips for Planning a Nature Walk With Your Child
When it comes to planning a nature walk, the key tip to keep in mind is to have fun with it! ____16____ If children are given the opportunity to experience nature, even in simple ways, interaction and engagement follow quite naturally.
Let your children get dirty.
If your little one is anxious to crawl (爬) in the dirt to get a better look at worms, then go for it! ____17____ Research suggests that kids who play the dirt are exposed to bacteria, germs and viruses that can help build their immune (免疫) system and reduce the risks of certain allergies and illnesses later in life.
____18____
Encourage them to stop to turn over rocks, touch moss, and when they can, climb on and over rocks and fallen trees. Whatever the environment, which you assess for any unreasonable danger, the children can set the pace — stimulating confidence, flexibility, problem-solving, creativity, and a sense of wonder.
Get creative.
____19____ Davis suggests pretending play, such as using a stick as a s word or magic wand, or making up stories about the items found during your walk. Your findings also work great for an art project. “Collecting rocks while on your nature walk can later he painted and re-purposed as beautiful works of art,” says Davis.
Let older children be more adventurous.
For the older kids, it’s all shout making a deeper connect ion with the world around them. With older kids, you can encourage them to connect with nature on a deeper level by exploring their senses. ____20____.
A. Assess environment.
B. Have your children lead the way.
C. Nature is perfect for a child’s creativity.
D. Nature walks don’t have to be complicated.
E. Dirt might get a bad reputation, but it shouldn’t.
F. Try having them walk barefoot on different surfaces.
G. Give them the freedom to play in their own ways.
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During a trip to San Diego, my husband Dan and I came across two stars, Gracie and Billy, at the Bahia Resort Hotel. Gracie and Billy were actually two harbor ___21___. I later learned Gracie had a severe visual disability and Billy was ___22___. Despite their limitations, they lived joyfully, playing and moving gracefully in their pool. I ___23___ them daily, fascinated by their enthusiasm and joy.
“Come on, Gracie,” her attendant called one day during feeding time. Gracie,___24___ the attendant’s presence, swam towards him, only to ___25___ under and swim away at the last second. Billy joined in the ___26___, creating a delightful scene of water joy.
As I spent hours ___27___ Gracle and Billy, I couldn’t help but feel a deep ___28___ with them. Dan noticed my ___29___ and said, “You’ re falling in love with them, aren’t you ” Indeed, I was. Their ability to ____30____ and find joy in their circumstances left a permanent impression on me.
Two years later, I faced my own battle with my ____31____. Terrified of losing my vision, I recalled the seals’ ability to thrive despite their blindness. “____32____ what you can do,” I reminded myself, inspired by Gracie and Billy’s ____33____ for life.
I ____34____ simple pleasures like preparing and enjoying meals and rediscovered my love for exercise. As my body ____35____, I realized that Gracie and Billy’s lives became a guiding light during my darkest moments, teaching me to find joy in the present.
21. A. attendants B. seals C. safeguards D. actresses
22. A. lame B. shy C. slim D. blind
23. A. visited B. fed C. comforted D. guided
24. A. remembering B. expecting C. appreciating D. sensing
25. A. float B. dive C. hide D. sink
26. A. celebration B. conversation C. fun D. contest
27. A. training B. observing C. examining D. caring
28. A. connection B. agreement C. conflict D. challenge
29. A. embarrassment B. fascination C. devotion D. confusion
30. A. adapt B. perform C. communicate D. respond
31. A. eyesight B. confidence C. belief D. depression
32. A. Leave behind B. Focus on C. Account for D. Put off
33. A. responsibility B. requirement C. enthusiasm D. preparation
34. A. needed B. missed C. ignored D. embraced
35. A. weighed B. improved C. balanced D. relaxed
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。
Every year for over a millennium (千年), fishermen have braved the subzero temperatures, biting winds and deep snow to search for an underwater fortune at Chagan Lake — one of the biggest freshwater ____36____ (lake) in our country.
Chagan is the only place in China ____37____ you can still find fishermen using a Mongolian fishing method that dates back centuries and has ____38____ (bare) changed over time. Holes are drilled in the ice ____39____ (lower) a 2-kilometer-long net into position underwater. Once it fills up with fish, the net is pulled out of the water using a giant wheel ____40____ (turn) by Mongolian horses. The largest fish in the season’s first catch is believed to be lucky, and will go to the highest bidder at the auction (拍卖).
To ensure that this tradition can continue ____41____ damaging the lake’s ecology, fishermen keep nature in mind throughout the process. Avoiding the use of modem vehicles helps reduce the chance of polluting the lake water, and ____42____ number of fish that can ____43____ (catch) is capped to ensure that there will be fish for years to come.
Also, over the past few years, the money from the auction has been invested into protecting the lake and surrounding environment. And during the summer, private fishing without ____44____ (permit) is strictly prohibited. These preservative measures _____45_____ (keep) the tradition alive for thousands of years and certainly will be passed on to future generations.
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）
46. 你校英文报正在为即将到来体育节征集体育项目，请你推荐一项有益的球类运动。内容包括：
1. 阐述该项目的优点；
2. 说明开展的可行性。
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。
Ball Game Fun: Try It!
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第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“No, little girl. You can’t get in without the money.” Jeffrey, the bus driver, told a little girl who wanted to get on the bus but only had a few pennies. She must have been around seven years old, and he wasn’t in the mood to deal with unaccompanied children that day.
“Please, sir. I want to visit my grandmother,” the little girl begged. “Then go ask your parents for the money and come back next time,” Jeffrey replied and gestured with his hand for the girl to get out. She finally left the bus with her shoulders lowered. Jeffrey saw her sit down at the bus stop and drove off.
He finished his route and went home for the lunch, greeting his wife, Greta, and sitting down on the couch to rest. When he browsed his Facebook posts, an image caught his attention. A picture was shared of the little girl he had just turned away a few hours earlier. The word “Missing” was written on top of the image. He learned that the girl had disappeared a day ago, and her parents were desperately trying to find her.
“Dear! What have I done ” he asked himself, standing up and going to the front door. When Greta asked where he was going, Jeffrey said, “Greta! Quick! Call 911 and this number,” showing her the picture of the girl. “I saw this girl at a bus stop earlier, and I turned her away because she didn’t have enough money. I’m going to find her, but please make those calls.” Having told her where the bus stop was, he went out.
Jeffrey rushed to his car, speeding to the bus stop. Hopefully, the girl was smart enough to stay in one place. He couldn’t believe how careless he had been earlier. She was a little girl all alone. As he drove to the bus stop, Jeffrey vowed to be more careful in the future, especially when it came to children.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Finally, Jeffrey saw a tiny figure sitting on the bench at the spot.
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A few minutes later, the police and another car approached.
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答案版
（试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟）
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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. What’s the weather like now
A. Cloudy. B. Sunny. C. Windy.
2. Who usually calls the customers on Monday
A. Peter. B. Jack. C. Gary.
3. Where are the speakers
A. In a grocery store. B. In a chocolate factory. C. In a café.
4. What time will dinner be ready
A. At 6:00 p.m. B. At 6:30 p.m. C. At 7:00 p.m.
5. What does the woman think of Daniel
A. He is generous. B. He is rich. C. He is popular.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. How long will Colin be away from school
A. One week. B. Two weeks. C. Eight weeks.
7. What does the woman suggest doing
A. Sending Colin a card.
B. Visiting Colin at his house.
C. Helping Colin with his schoolwork.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Which room is the most dangerous room according to the woman
A. The bathroom. B. The bedroom. C. The kitchen.
9. Who might the man be
A. A writer. B. A bookshop worker. C. A radio host.
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Child safety at home. B. Terrible accidents in Britain. C. Hospital treatment in Britain.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the man’s problem
A. He can’t choose from different computer brands.
B. His computer doesn’t work properly.
C. He needs to borrow a computer.
12. Why does the woman recommend Electro-Land
A. She bought her computer there.
B. The prices are lower there.
C. Her friend works there.
13. What will the man do next
A. Go to a store. B. Arrange another repair. C. Do some research.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow students. B. Fellow performers. C. Brother and sister.
15. How did Jane win the talent show
A. By singing. B. By dancing. C. By telling jokes.
16. How does Peter feel about Jane’s success
A. Envious. B. Indifferent. C. Proud.
17. What will Jane do next year
A. Spend more time with family. B. Go to university. C. Do a world tour.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What was the two children’s problem when they were just found
A. No one could understand them.
B. People were scared of them.
C. They refused to speak.
19. Who took care of the children
A. Some Flemish people. B. Several villagers. C. A rich man.
20. What was probably the cause of the children’s green skin
A. They ate strange food. B. They lacked nutrition. C. Their parents had green skin.
听力答案 略
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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Established in 2015, Foresttrek Cycle Centre (FCC) has become a fantastic bike service provider in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Offering a wide range of bikes, gears(排挡)and parts. FCC is the perfect place to start road cycling for all levels of bikers. Now get rolling on the ride, your road cycling experience starts here.
Why FCC
With FCC you can enjoy various types of cycling. What sets FCC apart from others is its commitment to quality control. The products that include kids’ bikes, mountain bikes, road bikes and touring bikes ensure you to have everything you need for a great cycling trip. Plus, its friendly customer service is always ready to send the bike to your drop-off location or deliver it to your hotel the day before your ride.
About Prices
FCC offers reasonable rates depending on the type of the bike and how long you want to rent it. You can check the given chart below. It gives the lowest discounts on the items, making it a cost-effective option for families and friends. For more information, you can click here.
One Mountain Bike Rental One Road Bike Rental
1 Day $53 $62
2 Days $89 $107
3 Days $124 $133
Optional Bike Tours
There are various bike tours for you to explore Malaysia. For instance, a cultural heritage bike tour in Kuala Lumpur takes you to famous sites like the Merdeka Square. The St. Peter’s Church and the Stadthuys in the historic Malacca City are also great choices for history lovers. Don’t miss the beauty of naturally scenic routes through green tea plantations in the tour of the Cameron Highlands.
1. What does FCC feature
A. High-cost gears. B. High-quality bikes.
C. Guided motor tours. D. Good hotel services.
2 How much should you pay for renting a mountain bike and a road bike for 2 days
A. $115. B. $196. C. $230. D. $257.
3. Which is the most suitable place for nature lovers to cycle to
A. The St. Peter’s Church. B. The Stadthuys.
C. The Cameron Highlands. D. The Merdeka Square.
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C
B
One summer night in a seaside cottage, a boy felt himself lifted from bed. Then, with the swiftness of a dream, he was held in his father’s arms out onto the nearby beach. Overhead the sky blazed with stars. “Watch!” Incredibly, as his father spoke, one of the stars moved. In a line of golden fire it flashed across the astonished heavens. And before the wonder of this could fade, another star leaped from its place, then another, plunging towards the restless sea.
“What’s this ” the child whispered.
“Shooting stars. They come every year on a certain August night. I thought you’d like to see the show.”
That was all: just an unexpected glimpse of something mysterious and beautiful. But, back in bed, the child stared for a long time into the dark, knowing that all around the quiet house, the night was full of the silent music of the falling stars.
Decades have passed, but I remember that night still, because I was the fortunate boy whose father believed that a new experience was more important for a small boy than an unbroken night’s sleep. No doubt I had all the usual childhood entertainment, but those are forgotten now. What I remember is the night of the shooting stars, and the day we rode in a caboose (列车末尾的职工车厢), the telegraph we made that really worked, and the “trophy table” in the dining room where we children were encouraged to exhibit things we had found — anything unusual or beautiful — snake skins, seashells, flowers, arrowheads... I remember the thought-provoking (引人深思的) books left by my bedside that pushed back my horizons and sometimes actually changed my life.
My father had, to a marvellous degree, the gift of opening doors for his children, of leading them into areas of splendid newness. This subtle art of adding dimensions to a child’s world doesn’t necessarily require a great deal of time. It simply involves doing things more often with our children instead of for them or to them.
4. What does the underlined sentence in paragraph 4 mean
A. The child was still immersed in the beautiful scenery just now.
B. The child was too frightened to fall asleep because of darkness.
C. The child wanted to listen more to the music about falling stars.
D. The child felt grateful to his father for what he showed him.
5. All the things the author remember from his childhood are ________.
A. unusual and novel B. dangerous and demanding
C. strange and uncommon D. educational and thought-provoking
6. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. Parents should interfere more with their children’s learning.
B. Parents should push their children to try to do everything on their own.
C. Parents should devote energy to exploring new things for their children.
D. Parents should encourage children to be curious and explore new things in life.
7. What’s the best title for this passage
A. Limitless knowledge B. Father, the hero of my life
C. Curiosity aroused that night D. The unusual things in my life
【答案】4. A 5. A 6. D 7. C
C
A recent survey in the US found that Gen Z-ers and Millennials (千禧一代) visit libraries more often than their parents or grandparents. The young love libraries because they are secure, comfortable, free and — as my 11-year-old would say — “aesthetic”. This means they look good in the background of an Instagram post or TikTok video. Libraries are also a great place to meet people. If you’re both young and in a library, chances are that you have similar interests.
And then, too, there are the books. Gen Z-ers are turning out to be big readers, especially of paper books. Even though they have smartphones, the most limitlessly distracting devices ever invented, in their pockets, many are deliberately choosing to pick up a piece of 15th-century technology instead. They like the fact that books are self-contained and require concentration.
There is, sometimes, a sense of nostalgic (怀旧的) cosplay in the way young people read. In New York, for example, the latest TikTok-fuelled craze is reading with strangers in bars. You have to buy a ticket in advance, and then you all gather and sit in silence for 30 minutes, reading whatever book you’ve brought along. Like an expensive version of going to the library, except that afterwards you all have a drink and talk about books.
The very thought of it makes me suffer, but that’s because I’m a child of the 1970s and 1980s. To me, reading is a private pleasure, while screens — TV or cinema — are social. I did once, in a fit of ambitious parenting, introduce a “family reading hour”, during which my husband and children were pressed to join me at the fireside for some silent reading. It could not have felt more performative if we had dressed up in top hats and crinolines (旧时的裙衬). But still, I applaud these young readers — for knowing what is good for them, for seeking out human connection, for finding the beauty and pleasure in old institutions, and for bringing new life to the library.
8. What does the underlined word “aesthetic” in paragraph l mean
A. Visually appealing. B. Similarly private.
C. Spiritually relaxing. D. Economically practical.
9. Why do many young people choose to read paper books despite having smartphones
A. Paper books are cheaper than smartphones.
B. Paper books are easier to carry around.
C. Paper books are a form of nostalgic entertainment.
D. Paper books offer a distraction-free reading experience.
10. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. The popularity of TikTok in New York.
B. A gathering attended by strangers free of charge.
C. A new reading trend integrating the old and new.
D. Historical costumes and their appeal to young readers.
11. Why does the author mention a “family reading hour” in paragraph 4
A. To highlight her success in parenting the children.
B. To illustrate her attempt to combine personal and joint reading habits.
C. To criticize the lack of interest in performance among family members.
D. To emphasize the importance of dressing formally during family activities.
【答案】8. A 9. D 10. C 11. B
D
According to the Solar Energy Industry Association, the number of solar panels installed(安装)has grown rapidly in the past decade, and it has to grow even faster to meet climate goals. But all of that growth will take up a lot of space, and though more and more people accept the concept of solar energy, few like large solar panels to be installed near them.
Solar developers want to put up panels as quickly and cheaply as possible, so they haven’t given much thought to what they put under them. Often, they’ll end up filling the area with small stones and using chemicals to control weeds. The result is that many communities, especially in farming regions, see solar farms as destroyers of the soil.
“Solar projects need to be good neighbors,” says Jordan Macknick, the head of the Innovative Site Preparation and Impact Reductions on the Environment(InSPIRE)project. “They need to be protectors of the land and contribute to the agricultural economy.” InSPIRE is investigating practical approaches to “low-impact” solar development, which focuses on establishing and operating solar farms in a way that is kinder to the land. One of the easiest low-impact solar strategies is providing habitat for pollinators(传粉昆虫).
Habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change have caused dramatic declines in pollinator populations over the past couple of decades, which has damaged the U.S. agricultural economy. Over 28 states have passed laws related to pollinator habitat protection and pesticide use. Conservation organizations put out pollinator-friendliness guidelines for home gardens, businesses, schools, cities—and now there are guidelines for solar farms.
Over the past few years, many solar farm developers have transformed the space under their solar panels into a shelter for various kinds of pollinators, resulting in soil improvement and carbon reduction. “These pollinator-friendly solar farms can have a valuable impact on everything that’s going on in the landscape,” says Macknick.
12. What do solar developers often ignore
A. The decline in the demand for solar energy.
B. The negative impact of installing solar panels.
C. The rising labor cost of building solar farms.
D. The most recent advances in solar technology.
13. What does InSPIRE aim to do
A. Improve the productivity of local farms.
B. Invent new methods for controlling weeds.
C. Make solar projects environmentally friendly.
D. Promote the use of solar energy in rural areas.
14. What is the purpose of the laws mentioned in paragraph 4
A. To conserve pollinators. B. To restrict solar development.
C. To diversify the economy. D. To ensure the supply of energy.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Pollinators: To Leave or to Stay B. Solar Energy: Hope for the Future
C. InSPIRE: A Leader in Agriculture D. Solar Farms: A New Development
【答案】12. B 13. C 14. A 15. D
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。
Tips for Planning a Nature Walk With Your Child
When it comes to planning a nature walk, the key tip to keep in mind is to have fun with it! ____16____ If children are given the opportunity to experience nature, even in simple ways, interaction and engagement follow quite naturally.
Let your children get dirty.
If your little one is anxious to crawl (爬) in the dirt to get a better look at worms, then go for it! ____17____ Research suggests that kids who play the dirt are exposed to bacteria, germs and viruses that can help build their immune (免疫) system and reduce the risks of certain allergies and illnesses later in life.
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Encourage them to stop to turn over rocks, touch moss, and when they can, climb on and over rocks and fallen trees. Whatever the environment, which you assess for any unreasonable danger, the children can set the pace — stimulating confidence, flexibility, problem-solving, creativity, and a sense of wonder.
Get creative.
____19____ Davis suggests pretending play, such as using a stick as a s word or magic wand, or making up stories about the items found during your walk. Your findings also work great for an art project. “Collecting rocks while on your nature walk can later he painted and re-purposed as beautiful works of art,” says Davis.
Let older children be more adventurous.
For the older kids, it’s all shout making a deeper connect ion with the world around them. With older kids, you can encourage them to connect with nature on a deeper level by exploring their senses. ____20____.
A. Assess environment.
B. Have your children lead the way.
C. Nature is perfect for a child’s creativity.
D. Nature walks don’t have to be complicated.
E. Dirt might get a bad reputation, but it shouldn’t.
F. Try having them walk barefoot on different surfaces.
G. Give them the freedom to play in their own ways.
【答案】16 D 17. E 18. B 19. C 20. F
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During a trip to San Diego, my husband Dan and I came across two stars, Gracie and Billy, at the Bahia Resort Hotel. Gracie and Billy were actually two harbor ___21___. I later learned Gracie had a severe visual disability and Billy was ___22___. Despite their limitations, they lived joyfully, playing and moving gracefully in their pool. I ___23___ them daily, fascinated by their enthusiasm and joy.
“Come on, Gracie,” her attendant called one day during feeding time. Gracie,___24___ the attendant’s presence, swam towards him, only to ___25___ under and swim away at the last second. Billy joined in the ___26___, creating a delightful scene of water joy.
As I spent hours ___27___ Gracle and Billy, I couldn’t help but feel a deep ___28___ with them. Dan noticed my ___29___ and said, “You’ re falling in love with them, aren’t you ” Indeed, I was. Their ability to ____30____ and find joy in their circumstances left a permanent impression on me.
Two years later, I faced my own battle with my ____31____. Terrified of losing my vision, I recalled the seals’ ability to thrive despite their blindness. “____32____ what you can do,” I reminded myself, inspired by Gracie and Billy’s ____33____ for life.
I ____34____ simple pleasures like preparing and enjoying meals and rediscovered my love for exercise. As my body ____35____, I realized that Gracie and Billy’s lives became a guiding light during my darkest moments, teaching me to find joy in the present.
21. A. attendants B. seals C. safeguards D. actresses
22. A. lame B. shy C. slim D. blind
23. A. visited B. fed C. comforted D. guided
24. A. remembering B. expecting C. appreciating D. sensing
25. A. float B. dive C. hide D. sink
26. A. celebration B. conversation C. fun D. contest
27. A. training B. observing C. examining D. caring
28. A. connection B. agreement C. conflict D. challenge
29. A. embarrassment B. fascination C. devotion D. confusion
30. A. adapt B. perform C. communicate D. respond
31. A. eyesight B. confidence C. belief D. depression
32. A. Leave behind B. Focus on C. Account for D. Put off
33. A. responsibility B. requirement C. enthusiasm D. preparation
34. A. needed B. missed C. ignored D. embraced
35. A. weighed B. improved C. balanced D. relaxed
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. D 25. B 26. C 27. B 28. A 29. B 30. A 31. A 32. B 33. C 34. D 35. B
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。
Every year for over a millennium (千年), fishermen have braved the subzero temperatures, biting winds and deep snow to search for an underwater fortune at Chagan Lake — one of the biggest freshwater ____36____ (lake) in our country.
Chagan is the only place in China ____37____ you can still find fishermen using a Mongolian fishing method that dates back centuries and has ____38____ (bare) changed over time. Holes are drilled in the ice ____39____ (lower) a 2-kilometer-long net into position underwater. Once it fills up with fish, the net is pulled out of the water using a giant wheel ____40____ (turn) by Mongolian horses. The largest fish in the season’s first catch is believed to be lucky, and will go to the highest bidder at the auction (拍卖).
To ensure that this tradition can continue ____41____ damaging the lake’s ecology, fishermen keep nature in mind throughout the process. Avoiding the use of modem vehicles helps reduce the chance of polluting the lake water, and ____42____ number of fish that can ____43____ (catch) is capped to ensure that there will be fish for years to come.
Also, over the past few years, the money from the auction has been invested into protecting the lake and surrounding environment. And during the summer, private fishing without ____44____ (permit) is strictly prohibited. These preservative measures _____45_____ (keep) the tradition alive for thousands of years and certainly will be passed on to future generations.
【答案】36. lakes
37. where 38. barely
39. to lower
40. turned 41. without
42. the 43. be caught
44. permission
45. have kept
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）
46. 你校英文报正在为即将到来的体育节征集体育项目，请你推荐一项有益的球类运动。内容包括：
1. 阐述该项目的优点；
2. 说明开展的可行性。
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。
Ball Game Fun: Try It!
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【答案】One possible version:
Ball Game Fun: Try It!
For the upcoming school sports festival, I highly recommend including table tennis as one of the activities. It possesses numerous remarkable advantages. Not only does it significantly enhance our hand-eye coordination, reaction speed, and concentration, but it also serves as an excellent means for us to engage in physical activity and maintain good health.
It is quite workable for the school sports festival, considering that there are many ping-pong tables available on campus. Moreover, table tennis is suitable for players of all skill levels and many students show great interest in it. Hence, organizing competitions or recreational play sessions would be relatively effortless.
I firmly believe that table tennis would be an excellent option, bringing substantial benefits to the students.
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“No, little girl. You can’t get in without the money.” Jeffrey, the bus driver, told a little girl who wanted to get on the bus but only had a few pennies. She must have been around seven years old, and he wasn’t in the mood to deal with unaccompanied children that day.
“Please, sir. I want to visit my grandmother,” the little girl begged. “Then go ask your parents for the money and come back next time,” Jeffrey replied and gestured with his hand for the girl to get out. She finally left the bus with her shoulders lowered. Jeffrey saw her sit down at the bus stop and drove off.
He finished his route and went home for the lunch, greeting his wife, Greta, and sitting down on the couch to rest. When he browsed his Facebook posts, an image caught his attention. A picture was shared of the little girl he had just turned away a few hours earlier. The word “Missing” was written on top of the image. He learned that the girl had disappeared a day ago, and her parents were desperately trying to find her.
“Dear! What have I done ” he asked himself, standing up and going to the front door. When Greta asked where he was going, Jeffrey said, “Greta! Quick! Call 911 and this number,” showing her the picture of the girl. “I saw this girl at a bus stop earlier, and I turned her away because she didn’t have enough money. I’m going to find her, but please make those calls.” Having told her where the bus stop was, he went out.
Jeffrey rushed to his car, speeding to the bus stop. Hopefully, the girl was smart enough to stay in one place. He couldn’t believe how careless he had been earlier. She was a little girl all alone. As he drove to the bus stop, Jeffrey vowed to be more careful in the future, especially when it came to children.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Finally, Jeffrey saw a tiny figure sitting on the bench at the spot.
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A few minutes later, the police and another car approached.
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【答案】 Finally, he saw a tiny figure sitting on the bench at the spot. Jeffery felt relieved and delighted to see the girl staying safe and sound. Trying to calm himself, Jeffery decided to talk to her gently. He inquired about her name and why she had left home. “I was going to Grandma’s house. My mom wouldn’t let me go.” Sarah replied, swinging one of her feet and looking at the concrete floor. “Your parents are searching for you, and they’ll be here soon,” he assured her, and the little girl gave him a small smile.
A few minutes later, the police and another car approached them. A woman got out of the vehicle and rushed toward Sarah. The little girl got up and ran to her, yelling, “Mommy!” The police officers approached Jeffrey and he told them the entire story and how he regretted not letting her on the bus, so he came to find her. Sarah’s parents thanked him for what he had done. From then on, Jeffrey helped anyone short on cash who got on his bus, and he always watched out for the kids that were alone because they needed someone like him to do the right job.
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