滨城高中联盟2024-2025学年度上学期高一10月份考试
英语试卷
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A． 19.15. B． 9.18. C． 9.15.
答案是C。
1．What are the speakers talking about
A．What cake to make. B．What gift to buy. C．What event to celebrate.
2．What will the woman do tonight
A．Go to the theater. B．Get a ticket. C．Study for a test.
3．What does the man advise the woman to do
A．Apply for the position first. B．Pay a visit to the company. C．Call her workmates.
4．Why is the; man. late
A．He got lost. B．He had to get changed. C．He was trapped in heavy traffic.
5．What are the speakers going to do
A．Catch a bus. B．Wait for Janie. C．Eat at a restaurant.
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 is the man doing
A．Doing a survey. B．Holding a job interview. C．Commenting on a show.
7．What disappointed the woman about the show
A．The acting. B．The singing. C．The clothing,
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8．What course does the woman recommend Jake to take
A．Computer science. B．Math. C．Chemistry.
9．How does the woman think Jake will spend the holiday
A．He will relax. B．He will study. C．He will get a job.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10．What is the woman’s main method of contacting her workmates
A．In person. B．Through the Internet. C．Over the phone.
11．What does the woman’s employer value most about the staff
A．Their workplaces. B．Their working hours. C．Their work results.
12．How long does the woman, work every day at home
A．5 hours. B．7 hours C．8 hours.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。．
13．What does the woman probably do
A．A tour guide. B．A house agent. C．A hotel receptionist.
14．What is the man dissatisfied with about the first flat
A．The floor. B．The view. C．The size.
15．What does the man think of the rent of the second flat
A．Acceptable. B．High. C．Low.
16．How much rent will the man probably pay per week
A．$250. B．$325. C．$350.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What do we know about the short-term IDs
A．They are a must for the classes.
B．They cannot be used after this week.
C．They will be given out during the tour.
18．When does the speaker suggest the students get their long-term IDs
A．After classes start. B．Before the tour begins. C．By the end of the week.
19．What are the students required to show to get a long-term ID
A．The acceptance letter and a passport.
B．The acceptance letter and a photo.
C．The driver’s license and a photo.
20．What will the speaker probably do for the students next
A．Take pictures of them. B．Help them fill out a form. C．Show them around the campus.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Of all the free language learning websites available, Duolingo is the easiest one to use, making it a lot of fun learning a new language. It’s really more than just “fun”， it’s completely addictive.
The website is friendly and interactive to make it both simple and fun to learn a new language. In addition to text, Duolingo makes the most of your microphone and speakers to teach you how to speak and understand other languages when they’re spoken. There’s even a specialized app for kids who are just learning to read.
Visit Duolingo
Visit Duolingo Language Courses to see which languages you can learn based on the language you speak. For example, German speakers can only learn English, Spanish, French, and Italian, while English speakers can learn all the languages listed.
How Duolingo Works
There are dozens of lessons sets here. Some that we’ve seen include Basics, Phrases, Food, Present, Adjectives, Plurals, Family, Questions, Numbers, House, Colors, Locations, Shopping, Animals, Prepositions, Dates & Time, Nature, and Medical.
Safe Podcasts for Kids and Schools in 2023
Even children can use Duolingo! Check out Duolingo ABC to learn more. It’s a free iPhone / iPad app with hundreds of lessons on the alphabet, phonics, and sight words. Through that link are also free printable PDFs to help kids learn.
How to Start Using Duolingo
Duolingo is available through their website, but you can also download the app for your computer or mobile device. A user account isn’t required, but it’s recommended if you want to keep track of your progress.
Thoughts on Duolingo
Duolingo’s website and app are super user-friendly. The simple design ensures you aren’t confused when using them. We like the keyboard shortcuts because they let you quickly submit your answers, play audio, move through lists, choose multiple choice answers, and more.
21．What is one of the features of Duolingo that makes learning enjoyable
A．The complex design. B．Challenging lessons.
C．Limited language options. D．The friendly and interactive website.
22．What can kids use to learn on Duolingo
A．Duolingo for adults. B．Duolingo ABC app. C．Only the website. D．No specific tool for kids.
23．What is advisable when you intend to follow your learning progress on Duolingo
A．Using a guest account. B．Using only the app. C．Using a user account. D．Using only the website.
B
The British Museum’s rich collection of ancient Chinese paintings has attracted many visitors. At the heart of this preservation and revival of Chinese art history is senior conservator （文物修复员） Qiu Jinxian.
Joanna Kosek, head of Pictorial Art Conservation at the British Museum, told the Times Publications that. Qiu is considered one of the museum’s most priceless treasures. “We let the treasure treat the treasure,” Kosek said.
In 1987, Qiu was introduced to Mrs. Jessica Rawson, director of the British Museum. At the time there were no conservators specializing in ancient Chinese art at the British Museum. The large collection of Chinese ancient paintings and cultural relics in the museum was mainly repaired by Japanese and British methods and materials. As these methods were not suitable for Chinese paintings, the art collection was kept in storage for a long time instead of on public display.
Just before Christmas in 1987, Qiu Jinxian had her first appointment at the British Museum. She was asked to repair an ancient scroll （卷轴） by Fu Baoshi, which had been badly damaged by fire. Qiu’s methods, which included washing with warm water to separate the glue in order to repair the paper, stunned people on the spot. Some of them even took out of the camera to record her methods as they’d never seen this way of restoring ancient art. Mrs. Rawson was completely amazed by Qiu Jinxian’s incredible skills. She immediately invited Qiu to join the British Museum.
Chinese ancient paintings are pretty difficult to repair because of their large size, complex materials, diverse colors, and rich composition. The most important thing is to understand the long history, meaning and culture behind the painting. Repair is an extremely time and energy intensive process. Each painting normally takes several months from cleaning to restoration and drying. Since 1987, Qiu has repaired more than 400 artworks.
Qiu told the media that she is very proud of her work. She wants more people to understand and appreciate Chinese history and culture through art. Although the artworks originated from China, they now belong to the people of the world.
24．Why is Qiu considered a treasure at the British Museum
A．She has a high social status. B．She is good at public relations.
C．She has unique skills to repair artworks. D．She repairs Chinses sc roll quickly.
25．What can we learn from Paragraph 3
A．There was no Chinese art conservator in China.
B．Repair methods were ideal at that moment.
C．Chinese artworks were well displayed there.
D．Chinese artworks were in a state of being overlooked.
26．What does the underlined word “stunned” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A．inspired B．shocked C．judged D．alarmed
27．What is the author’s final purpose in writing the text
A．To highlight Chinese art history preservation.
B．To recommend outstanding ancient artworks.
C．To introduce the British Museum.
D．To honor a skillful conservator.
C
Space tourism is not all about rockets—giant space balloons can do it too! The Spain-based company HALO Space completed the first test flight of its balloon in December 2023. This marked another company’s joining the competition of making space tourism a reality.
During the test flight, the balloon reached an altitude of 37 kilometers where passengers would be able to view Earth from the blackness of space, according to Daily Mail. When the flights are available, the company aims to carry 3,000 passengers on 400 trips every year.
The balloon is usually filled with helium （氦气） or hydrogen, which are both much lighter than air, and it flies because of the buoyancy force （浮力）. According to NASA, the balloon is filled with the amount of gas that will give it enough lift to get off the ground and rise. As it rises, the gas inside the balloon expands because atmospheric pressure drops. The atmosphere is 100 to 200 times less dense （稠密的） at float altitudes than on the ground. The balloon stops when the density of the gas inside and the air outside is about the same—neutral buoyancy （中性浮力） is achieved. It then begins to descend （下降） as gas is let out.
Therefore, the whole trip is not stressful. Another company that gives out space tours by balloons, the US-based Space Perspective claims that the trips are about relaxation. The craft （飞行器） rises slowly at 12 miles (about 19.3 kilometers) per hour, and it takes about two hours to get to the 30 km altitude.
Since its successful test flight in June 2022, Space Perspective started selling tickets for spaceflights in 2024—and it has already sold out. The company now buys ships to turn them into “floating spaceports”， reported Daily Mail. By lifting the craft from ships on the sea, there will be more launch opportunities, such as flights at sun rise and sunset.
28．What is the purpose of the test flight of the balloons
A．To teach people life skills in space. B．To make space travel come true.
C．To test the speed of the balloons. D．To sell more tickets for space research.
29．What’s the height of HALO Space’s first test flight
A．12 miles B．19.3 kilometers C．30 kilometers D．37 kilometers
30．What is paragraph 3 mainly about
A．The similarity of helium or hydrogen.
B．The reason for air pressure.
C．The space balloon’s working principle.
D．The features of the buoyancy force.
31．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A．Giant Space Balloons: A New Way for Space Tourism
B．Different Kinds of Spacecraft for Tourism
C．The Future of Rockets in Space Tourism
D．The Challenges of Space Tourism
D
A group of clams （河蚌） recently caught people’s attention after an article was posted by China Science Communication online. Although these clams are usually regarded as nothing more than delicious food, they work to monitor the local water quality in Poland.
Gruba Kaska pumping station, which stands in the River Wisla, helps provide millions of liters of water to Warsaw, the Capital of Poland. However, one particular concern for the water quality has been heavy metals, and researchers sought help from nature to solve this problem.
Clams are sensitive （敏感的） to pollutants in their environment as they filter （过滤） water to feed on microorganisms （微生物）. They shut their shells immediately after detecting “dangerous” water.
Based on this, the researchers selected eight clams at a time and recorded the natural opening of their shells. After the clam “employees” become used to the local water, they are placed in a specially designed container. With sensors stuck onto their shells, the clams are connected to system that records how wide the shells are open.
If four or more clams close their shells at the same time, an alarm will be triggered （触发） and the water supply will be shut down. The result is reliable because the creatures are considering many different factors at the same time, according to ZME Science.
Animals have long been helpers for human activities. Farmers in north Queensland, Australia, have been ordering different species of dung beetles （屎壳郎） to help clean up cattle dung, according to ABC News. As the number of cattle grows, their waste increases, leading to an enormous population of flies and a worsening environment. Dung Beetles, however, take the waste and bury it. This way, they help improve soil quality.
Similarly, cockroaches （蟑螂） are used to deal with kitchen waste at several firms in China, according to a report of The Beijing News in 2018．About 300 million cockroaches are fed 15 tons of food waste on a daily basis, and they themselves are a good protein resource for livestock （牲畜）.
32．Why did researchers look for help from clams to monitor water quality
A．They are good at sensing pollutants. B．They can help clear heavy metals.
C．They are inexpensive and easy to find. D．They live on microorganisms.
33．What will happen when four or more clams close their shells at the same time
A．The clams will be removed from their container.
B．The system recording the clams will break down.
C．The sensors on their shells will be changed.
D．The water supply will be turned off.
34．How do dung beetles help improve soil quality in north Queensland, Australia
A．By digesting harmful waste. B．By burying cattle dung in the soil.
C．By producing fertilizer （肥料） themselves. D．By controlling the loss of soil nutrients.
35．What can we infer from the text
A．Cockroaches are harmful to the environment.
B．Dung beetles can solve all environmental problems.
C．Clams are the only animals that can detect water quality.
D．Animals can play a role in solving some human problems.
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。
As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks. 36 This lies at the heart of “experiential appreciation,” （体验式欣赏） a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you. It’s about learning from real-life experiences, and discovering a more profound and engaging way to learn.
To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects. They will provide. a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful. So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event: 37
As you div e deeper, immerse （沉浸） yourself fully in the surroundings and activities. When you’re in nature, don’t just look around. 38 Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.
39 After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel. Write in a journal or discuss it with friends. This self-discovery turns experiences into life lessons and offers a deeper understanding of the world.
Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured. 40 So, explore the world around you, let every experience shape you, and discover the endless possibilities that await. This is the core of true learning, where every moment is a step towards a richer, more enlightened life.
A．It extends learning beyond textbooks.
B．These activities bring learning to life.
C．Mind the effect of your actions on the environment.
D．Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.
E．Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.
F．Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles.
G．Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.
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。
“What’s it like to have a gap between your teeth ” a girl asked me one day.
Nobody had ever 41 before. My hand unconsciously rose to cover my mouth. But, as she looked at me, sincerely waiting for a (n) 42 , I realized she was not trying to be rude. “I never think about it,” I truthfully replied. She nodded and turned away. I was left wondering if people 43 me and saw only gappy teeth.
Later that day at home, I began to 44 my teeth again. I felt 45 . I thought my life would be somehow better if my teeth were not gappy. How I wanted the perfect teeth that everyone else seemed to have!
Of course, Mom 46 everything. She has lived her whole life with gappy teeth, and tried to make me 47 that there was nothing to 48 . When I refused to listen, she told me I could get the surgery to close the gap if it was that important. “Let’s be 49 though,” she said. “If everyone got surgeries to become attractive, everyone would be exactly the same. There is beauty in 50 ”.
Her 51 made me reconsider my teeth seriously. The thought of losing my gap was more terrible than the reality that people were going to notice it. I realized how important it was to me. It is part of my 52 .
Nowadays many people do crazy things to realize their dream of “perfection”. The 53 is that no one is perfect. When all potential for ugliness is removed, so is all of the potential for 54
So if that girl ever asked about my teeth 55 , I would frankly answer, “You know It’s really cute.”
41．A．figured B．guessed C．imagined D．asked
42．A．decision B．answer C．suggestion D．help
43．A．looked at B．thought of C．talked about D．heard of
44．A．cover B．brush C．consider D．admire
45．A．unique B．frightened C．upset D．sound
46．A．admitted B．changed C．promoted D．noticed
47．A．believe B．promise C．warn D．judge
48．A．argue about B．worry about C．know about D．bring about
49．A．creative B．curious C．serious D．honest:
50．A．intelligence B．differences C．performance D．choices
51．A．sights- B．jokes C．dreams D．words
52．A．life B．impression C．identity D．talent
53．A．possibility B．basis C．truth D．pressure
54．A．beauty B．wisdom C．kindness D．challenge
55．A．again B．instead C．yet D．once
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Double Ninth Festival, also known as the Chongyang Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival that 56 (fall) on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month. It has a long history and is deeply 57 (root) in Chinese culture.
In ancient times; people believed that climbing mountains on this day could help them avoid bad luck and disasters. Therefore, climbing mountains has become one of the traditional 58 (activity) of the Double Ninth Festival. It was also believed that climbing mountain s could bring people good health and a long life. Another important custom of the Double Ninth Festival is wearing dogwood （茱萸）. People would pick dogwood branches and wear them on their clothes, 59 was thought to have the function of driving away evil spirits. In addition, drinking chrysanthemum （菊花） wine is also a 60 (popularity) activity during the festival. Chrysanthemum is believed to be good for people’s health. People would drink the wine and wish 61 a happy and long life.
As time goes by, the Double Ninth Festival has not only maintained its traditional customs but also been given new meanings. Nowadays, it is also a festival to respect and care for 62 elderly. People will visit them, send them gifts, 63 express their love for them. This reflects the importance of 64 (respect) the old in Chinese culture.
In conclusion, the Double Ninth Festival is an important part of Chinese traditional culture and should 65 (pass) down and remembered.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
你所在学校的英文校刊向全体高一学生征稿，主题是“我的高一生活”，你有意参加此次活动。请根据下列要点完成一篇英语作文：
1．结合你的自身经历谈谈你进入高中后的感受；
2．对其他高一新生给出建议。
注意：1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．开头已给出，不计入总词数。）
Starting high school has been both exciting and challenging.
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续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I looked out at the smiling faces packed into the school hall. Flashes from cameras lit up in all directions. The applause filled my ears. I had done it. I had really done it.
Just a few months earlier, I would never have pictured myself acting in a play in front of two hundred people. “Not for a million dollars,” I would have said. But when the time came, I got up on stage and faced one of my greatest fears and discovered I could do more than I ever gave myself credit for. I found a new person inside me, a much more daring, outgoing person who had been hidden all along, just waiting for the opportunity to appear.
If not for my teacher, Mrs. Sather, I might never have found that opportunity.
In the first and second grade, I was extremely shy. I had friends, but it just wasn’t in my personality to be very outgoing, even when I knew someone well. I was afraid I would do or say something wrong, so usually I just smiled and listened to other people’s conversations. I did well in school and I loved to write. However, I would escape into my writing, where I could be myself and never had to worry about what other people thought of me. In my stories, I was never shy.
My teacher, Mrs. Sather, always encouraged me to write more. She told our class to go after our dreams and dig in with both hands. I think she was one of the first people to see my inner strength. One day, she announced that our class was going to perform a play she had written. “I’ll begin to cast everyone tomorrow,” she said. “I need someone who is not afraid to be on stage in front of a lot of people to play the lead part of Dorothy. Anybody want to try ” A few excited hands shot up—mine, of course, was not one of them and Mrs. Sather smiled. “We’ll talk more about it tomorrow,” she said. Then the bell rang and my classmates slowly left the classroom.
注意：
1．所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2．续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
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。
When I was loading up my backpack, Mrs. Sather asked me to go to her.
Hearing Mrs. Sather’s words, I realized it was time to make a change.
滨城高中联盟2024-2025学年度上学期高一10月份考试
英语试卷参考答案及评分标准
听力：1-5 ACBBC 6-10 ABAAB 11-15CBBAA 16-20 BBCAC
阅读理解：21-23 DBC 24-27 CDBA 28-31 BDCA 32-35 ADBD 36-40 GBDEA
完形填空：41-45 DBACC 46-50 DABDB 51-55 DCCAA
语法填空：
56．falls 57．rooted 58．activities 59．which 60．popular
61．for 62．the 63．and 64．respecting 65．be passed
写作：
应用文（One possible version)
Starting high school has been both exciting and challenging. At first, I had butterflies in my stomach and was a bit frightened. However, as I explored the campus and took part in school activities, my nervousness turned into eagerness. Additionally, the support and guidance I received from teachers helped me become confident again.
As for the suggestions for us freshmen, my advice is to keep an open mind and embrace new experiences. When something put you under great pressure, stay calm and make the most of the opportunities you get.
Wish you a fulfilling and varied high school life.
读后续写（One possible version)
When I was loading up my backpack, Mrs. Sather asked me to go to her. Shocked and nervous, I tried my best to calm down and walked to her, with my palms sweating. Mrs. Sather stared into my eyes as if seeing my inner self locked away inside. “I would love you to give this a try for me. But if you really don’t want to, I won’t make you. It is your choice.” Mrs. Sather wanted me in this role. Astonishment crept upon me immediately, for I was always a shy person, not even dare to speak loud in public.
Hearing Mrs. Sather’s words, I realized it was time to make a change. I wanted to prove that I also could do something good in public. After seconds of hesitation, I nodded my head: “Mrs. Sather, I believe I can play the role well. And I will go all out to make the best of myself.” Hearing my determined words, a big smile lit up her face. “Great! Feel free to turn to me at any time.” It was exactly at that moment that I finally realized that what she said left a deep impression on me: challenges sometimes may put you under pressure, but it all depends on what you do. Just take action and you will get what you want.
听力原文：
(Text 1)
W: I’m considering baking a chocolate cake for Margaret’s birthday tomorrow.
M: She doesn’t eat chocolate. How about a strawberry one
W: That’s a good idea.
(Text 2)
W: I wish I could come with you to the theater tonight.
M: Why don’t you We can get an extra ticket.
W: I’ve made plans for an exam review.
(Text 3)
M: Did you apply for that position in the company
W: Not yet. I’m not sure how much travel will be expected.
M: Why not drop by the company Someone in there must know!
W: Or I suppose I could just give them a call.
(Text 4)
M: Sorry to keep you waiting, Mrs. Miles.
W: I hope you didn’t lose your way.
M: Your directions are fairly clear, but coffee ended up on my shirt and I had to go to my hotel to change. Luckily, the taxi driver managed to avoid the heavy traffic, and here I am.
(Text 5)
W: We are getting off at this stop. Oh, look, Janie is waiting for us at the restaurant entrance.
M: I thought she’d be seated already.
W: No, she prefers we all go in together.
(Text 6)
M: Hello Miss, would you mind answering some questions about the show to help us improve our performance quality It’ll only take a few minutes.
W: Sure, go ahead.
M: From 1 to 10, how would you score the show
W: I’d give it 8.
M: Why is that
W: Hmmm, the acting wasn’t why I went to watch the show, but it was surprisingly good. The clothing was very eye-catching and suited the show well. The singing, however, was a real letdown.
M: OK. Thank you very much.
(Text 7)
W: It isn’t good for you to do nothing all day, Jake. Why don’t you sign up for one of the college’s summer courses I’ve heard there’s a course in computer science, which would really help your Math degree. I think Mia, our neighbor’s daughter, is doing that. And there are still places available.
M: Honestly, I’d rather take a break. And I will be doing some work for my chemistry project, too.
W: Somehow I doubt it. Your holiday is going to consist of texting your friends and playing computer games.
(Text 8)
M: You have been working from home for quite a while. Is it difficult to get organized After all you can’t just go to the office and ask something or check some files at any time.
W: The Internet makes it relatively easy. And, if need be, you can sometimes make a call to the office.
M: Doesn’t your employer mind when you mention working from home
W: Not really, as long as I get my work done.
M: Do you work on a regular schedule
W: With home working that’s necessary. My working day starts at 9．From 12 to 1 I have my lunch break and after that I work again until 5.
(Text 9)
W: Hello. What can I do for you
M: Hello. My wife and I will be moving here soon, so I need to find us somewhere to live.
W: Well, there are some lovely flats in Toowong. I’ve got two really good ones at the moment. The first one is on the ground floor. It’s got two bedrooms. The main bedroom is nice and large. The second bedroom is small, but it would make a nice study. That flat is $250 per week.
M: Sounds great. Though I don’t like the idea of being on the street level.
W: Well, I’ve got another one on the seventh floor, where you can see the river from the window. It’s the same size as the other one, with two bedrooms and a fairly typical living area.
M: Hmm. It sounds nice. Is the price the same
W: No, it’s $75 dearer a week. Is that a problem
M: No, actually, it’s OK for me as long as it is no more than $350.
W: Good. When would you like to see the flat
M: As soon as possible really.
(Text 10)
W: Hi everyone and welcome to the Bryce College. Today, we’ll be taking a tour of the campus. We’ll begin the campus tour in a minute, but first I’d like to remind you about your student IDs. Right now, you all have short-term IDs. Those will only last until the end of the week, when classes start. After that, you’ll need your long-term Bryce College ID —to get onto campus, to use the library, and a lot of other things. And to get your long-term ID, you’ll need to go to the student administration office, which is on the ground floor of the main building —don’t worry, I’ll show you where that is. Now, you have short-term IDs until the end of the week, but I wouldn’t wait until then if I were you. To get your long-term ID, you need to show your acceptance letter from the college plus one other form of ID documents, like a driver’s license, or a passport. You just fill out a form; they’ll take your picture and make your card while you wait. It takes only a few minutes. Um, okay, so, are there any questions before we start the tour
阅读A篇 21-23 DBC
这篇文章属于产品介绍类应用文。主要对语言学习网站Duolingo进行了详细介绍，包括其易用性、趣味性、适用人群、课程设置、使用方法等方面，旨在向读者推荐这个语言学习工具。
21．细节理解
文中第二段提到“The website is friendly and interactive to make it both simple and fun to learn a new language.”，友好且互动的设计使学习变得有趣，选项D正确。
22．细节理解
文中第五段提到“Even children can use Duolingo! Check out Duolingo ABC to learn more.”，可知孩子们可以使用Duolingo ABC应用程序学习，选项B正确
23．细节理解
文中第六段提到“A user account isn’t required, but it’s recommended if you want to keep track of your progress.”，选项C正确。
阅读B篇 24-27 CDBA
这篇文章属于人物传记类题材。文章通过讲述邱锦仙在大英博物馆修复中国古代书画的事迹，展现出高超修复技艺以及她对工作的热爱和对传播中国历史文化的期望等，进而体现了对中国艺术历史的保护的重要性。
24．细节理解
A和B文中未提。D选项，快速修复中国滚轴表述不准确。C选项，符合文章内容。通读全文和第二段第一句可知，她被认为是大英博物馆的珍宝石因她在修复中国古代艺术品方面有独特技巧。
25．推理判断
通读第三段可知，邱去大英博物馆之前，英国没有专门修复中国古代艺术品的修复员，英国日本的修复方法不适合，“the art collection was kept in storage for a long time instead of on public display”藏品长期被存放而未公开展出，从而推断出处于被忽视的状态。ABC表述均不准确，D选项正确。
26．猜词理解
根据第四段“Some of them even took out of the camera to record her methods as they’d never seen this way of restoring ancient art. Mrs. Rawson was completely amazed by Qiu Jinxian’s incredible skills.”众人用相机记录修复方法，罗森夫人对邱的难以置信的技艺感到吃惊，可知B选项“震惊”符合题意。A选项，inspired激励，启发，赋予灵感，C选项，judged判断，评判D选项，alarmed使警觉，使惊恐，均不对。
27．理解目的
B选项，推荐古代艺术品不符合文意。C选项，介绍大英博物馆，不是文章重点本身。D选项，致敬一位文物修复员，只是文章的一部分目的，不是全部。文章通过讲述邱锦仙在大英博物馆修复中国古代书画的事迹，体现了对中国艺术历史的保护的重要性，所以A选项更全面表现了作者的写作目的。
阅读C篇 28-31 BDCA
这篇文章属于科技新闻题材。文章围绕太空旅游的新方式——巨型太空气球展开，介绍了相关公司的测试飞行情况、气球的工作原理以及未来的发展规划等内容，具有新闻的时效性和科技题材的专业性。
28．细节理解
根据第一段“The Spain-based company HALO Space completed the first test flight of its balloon in December 2023. This marked another company joining the competition of making space tourism a reality.”可知正确答案是B。AC文中未提，D选项，文末有提销售门票，但是目的是为了太空研究，表述不准确。
29．细节理解
四个选项的数字文章都有提及， 根据第一段“The Spain-based company HALO Space completed the first test flight of its balloon in December 2023…第二段“During the test flight, the balloon reached an altitude of 37 kilometers…”可知，正确答案为D。
30．段落大意
通读此段，主要解释的是气球依靠浮力飞行的原理，即“气球通常充满比空气轻的氮气或氢气，依靠浮力飞行，随着气球上升，由于大气压力下降，气球内的气体膨胀，当内外气体密度相同时达到中性浮力…故D选项表述准确。
31．理解文章主旨要义
文章围绕太空气球在太空旅游中的首次试飞、飞行原理、优势等展开，A选项“巨大的太空气球，太空旅游的新方式”是合适的标题。B选项“用于旅游的不同种类的航天器” 关键词不对。C选项“火箭”，D选项“太空旅游的挑战”均不是文章主旨。
阅读D篇 32-35 ADBD
这篇文章属于科普说明文，文章通过介绍河蚌在波兰被用于监测水质、澳大利亚的屎壳郎清理牛粪以及中国的蟑螂处理厨余垃圾等事例，向读者科普了动物在人类活动中可以发挥的特殊作用。
32．推理判断
根据第三段内容“Clams are sensitive to pollutants in their environment…They shut their shells immediately after detecting “dangerous” water.”所以A选项“它们擅长感知污染物”正确。根据第二段内容“However, one particular concern for the water quality has been heavy metals, …可知，文中只是说水质问题之一是重金属，但并没有提及河蚌可以清除重金属，故B选项错误。C选项，文章中未提及河蚌因价格便宜和容易找到而被用来监测水质。D选项，以微生物为食并不是被用来监测水质的原因。
33．细节理解
根据第五段“If four or more clams close their shells…and the water supply will be shut down.”，所以D选项正确。ABC均未提及。
34．细节理解
根据第六段“As the number of cattle grows, their waste increases, leading to an enormous population of flies and a worsening environment. Dung Beetles, however, take the waste and bury it. This way, they help improve soil quality.”，所以B选项正确。A选项， 屎壳郎消化有害废物来改善土壤质量，C选项，屎壳郎自己生产肥料来改善土壤质量，D选项，屎壳郎通过控制土壤养分流失来改善土壤质量，都是错误干扰选项。
35．推理判断
A选项，文章中提到蟑螂被用来处理厨余垃圾，说明它们在一定程度上对环境有积极作用，而不是有害。B选项，文中说屎壳郎可以清理牛粪改善土壤质量，但不能解决所有环境问题，说法过于绝对。C选项，文中没有提及河蚌是唯一能检测水质的动物，only太绝对。D选项，文章通过河蚌监测水质、屎壳郎清理牛粪、蟑螂处理厨余垃圾等例子，说明动物可以在解决一些人类问题中发挥作用，故D选项正确。
阅读七选五 36-40 GBDEA
主旨大意：文章介绍了“体验式欣赏”这一学习理念，鼓励高中生通过参与与学科相关的实践活动、沉浸在周围环境中以及反思经历等方式，将学习从完成任务转变为值得珍惜的旅程，让每一次体验塑造自己，发现更多学习的可能性。旨在引导高中生采用新的学习方式，提升学习效果和体验。
36．本题段中设空。前句说高中生习惯通过读课本学习，后面提到“体验式欣赏”鼓励直接与周围世界接触，所以这里需要一个从仅阅读扩展到积极参与的表述，G选项“Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.”符合上下文逻辑。
37．本题段尾设空。通读第二段，可知参与实践活动，让学习变得积极而有意义，B选项“These activities bring learning to life.”起到承上启下的作用，总结这段
38．本题段中设空。前文说在大自然别只看，后面说触摸树叶等能丰富学习，D选项“Instead，activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.”相反，要激活感官建立更紧密联系，符合语境。
39．本题段首设空。后面说尝试新事物后问问自己学到了什么以及它让你有何感想。E选项“Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.”通过反思深化体验，衔接恰当。
40．本题段中设空。空前说体验式欣赏把学习从任务变成旅程，空后说去探索你周围的世界，A选项“It extends learning beyond textbooks. It指代experiential appreciation强调体验式欣赏将学习延伸到课本之外。空后So, explore the world around you, let…承上启下，衔接恰当。
完形填空 41-45DBACC 46-50 DABDB 51-55 DCCAA
主旨大意：本文是记叙文，讲述了一个女孩询问作者牙齿有缝隙是什么感觉，这让作者开始对自己的牙齿感到困扰。但作者的妈妈以自己的经历试图让作者相信，牙齿有缝隙没什么可担心的，每个人都有自己的美。作者最终意识到牙齿的缝隙是自己个性的一部分，同时通过这件事引发了对人们追求完美的思考，指出没有人是完美的，当消除所有潜在的丑陋时，也消除了潜在的美。
41．前文提到女孩问“我”的问题，这里表示在此之前没有人“问过”我这个问题。故选D。
42．女孩真诚地等待一个“回答”，与前文女孩的提问相呼应。故选B。
43．“我”在想是不是人们“看着”我的时候只看到有缝的牙齿。look at有“看”的意思，符合语境。故选A。
44．那天晚些时候在家，“我”又开始“考虑”自己的牙齿。cover是“覆盖”；brush是“刷”；admire是“钦佩”，均不符合语境。故选C。
45．“我”觉得不开心，因为觉得牙齿没缝的话生活会更好。unique是“独特的”；frightened是“害怕的”；sound是“健全的”，都不符合“我”对自己牙齿有缝感到不开心的语境，upset是“心烦的”符合。故选C。
46．妈妈“注意到”了一切。admit是“承认”；change是“改变”；promote是“促进”，均不符合语境。故选D。
47．妈妈试图让我相信没什么可担心的。believe“相信”；promise是“承诺”；warn是“警告”；judge是“判断”，只有believe符合，妈妈试图让“我”改变想法的语境。故选A。
48．worry about妈妈说没什么可“担心”的。argue about是“争论”；know about是“了解”；bring about是“引起”，都不符合语境。故选B。
49．“但是让我们诚实点”，creative是“有创造力的”；curious是“好奇的”；serious是“严肃的”，均不符合语境。honest是“诚实的”，符合妈妈让“我”正视自己牙齿问题的语境。故选D。
50．differences正确。妈妈说如果每个人都做手术变得有吸引力，每个人就会完全一样，所以美存在于每个人的差异之中。故选B。
51．妈妈说的话让“我”思考自己的牙齿。故选A。
52．牙齿的缝是“我”的一部分，所以是identity“身份的”一部分，故选D。
53．后面说没有人是完美的，这是一个“事实truth”故选C。
54．当消除所有潜在的丑陋时，也消除了潜在的美。beauty与前文妈妈说的美存在于每个人的差异之中相呼应。故选A。
55．如果那个女孩再次问起我的牙齿，“again”符合题意。故选A。
语篇填空
56．falls 57．rooted 58．disasters 59．which 60．popular
61．for 62．the 63．and 64．respecting 65．be passed
