云南省玉溪市新平彝族傣族自治县民族中学2024-2025学年高二上学期10月期中英语试题（PDF版含答案，无听力音频有听力原文）

云南省玉溪市新平彝族傣族自县民族中学2024-2025
学年高二上学期10月期中
2024—2025 学年度上学期高二年级二调考试
英语试卷
全卷满分 150 分。考试用时 120 分钟。
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第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 20 分）
第一节 （共 5 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 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．On which day will the woman return to work
A．Friday. B．Thursday. C．Wednesday.
2．What did Tom Watts want to do
A．Change the schedule. B．Attend the exhibition. C．Hand out gifts.
3．In which month is the woman going to take her holiday
A．July. B．August. C．September.
4．What are the speakers going to do this afternoon
A．Play tennis. B．Watch a play. C．Have lessons.
5．When will Linda celebrate her birthday
A．On December 30th. B．On December 25th. C．On December 20th.
第二节 （共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）
听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独特后有几个小题，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．How does the woman sound
A．Relaxed. B．Surprised. C．Upset.
7．What happened to the woman yesterday
A．She forgot to answer an e- mail.
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B．She failed to meet a customer.
C．She met a VIP customer.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8．What does the man think of the movie tonight
A．Boring. B．Inspiring. C．Interesting.
9．Which film does the man like best
A．Yes Man. B．Sonic the Hedgehog 2. C．Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10．Why is the man speaking to the woman
A．To complain about a class.
B．To add one more course.
C．To get advice on credits.
11．What is the man’s trouble
A．He registered too many classes.
B．He missed the deadline.
C．He lost his schedule.
12．What will the man do next
A．Download a special form.
B．Choose one course to drop.
C．Ask the professor for help.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13．What does the competition try to find this year
A．The best singer. B．The best dancer. C．The best actor.
14．How should people sign up for the competition
A．By fax. B．By phone. C．Through the Internet
15．What time does the sports hall close this week
A．At 8: 00 p. m. B．At 9: 00 p. m. C．At 10: 30 p. m.
16．What does the woman say about the swimming pool
A．It will be free for the first week.
B．It is much bigger than the old one.
C．It will be open earlier than planned.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17．How long has the speaker been working at the present company
A．For about 10 years. B．For about 13 years. C．For about 30 years.
18．When did the speaker work in Spain
A．Right after his graduation.
B．Before he worked as a salesman.
C．After he worked in tourist centers abroad.
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19．Why did the speaker decide to take his present job
A．He loved travelling.
B．He could have free flights.
C．He had related experience.
20．Which of the following is one of the speaker’s duties
A．Picking up customers.
B．Helping his customers check in.
C．Giving his customers useful information.
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
Four Seattle- Area Art Shows to Catch in Fall 2024
A Two- Way Mirror
This long- expected show presents works by contemporary（当代的） artists （think: Han k Willis Thomas,
Kara Walker, Seattle’s own Barbara Earl Thomas） who create some of the most exciting contemporary glass
work today and use it to reflect on social, cultural, and gender identity.
Sept. 7 -24; Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St., Tacoma
www.museumofglass.org
Prints and Works on Paper
Whether on panel or paper, the artworks of the well- known Jacob Lawrence （1917-2000） always shine
sharply. This show of prints and works on paper by the celebrated and longtime Seattle- based artist features
various pieces from his famous builders series, which celebrates workers.
Sept. 25- Dec.31; Greg Kucera Gallery, 212 Third Ave., Seattle
www.
Soft Power
Textile （织物） art is getting popular again. The latest case in point is this showing of “soft” artworks that
are by no means soft— they push back and stand tall. Featuring works by celebrated creators like Marie Watt and
Marita Dingus, who often use wool and showcase a 70- foot- long sculpture （雕像）, this show will certainly be
worth attending.
Oct. 14- Nov. 14; Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma
www.tacomaartmuseum.org
Femme Noire
Inspired by Léopold Sedar Senghor’s poem of the same name, this show celebrates the beauty and power of
Black women. Featuring works by respected international, national and local women artists from Africa, the show
takes visitors on a self- guide d walking tour to paintings, photography and sculptures throughout the Central
District.
Oct. 21- Nov. 21; various locations in the Central District, Seattle
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21．When can you attend A Two- Way Mirror
A．On Sept. 7. B．On Oct. 14. C．On Nov. 14. D．On Dec. 31.
22．What is builders series intended for
A．Protecting trees. B．Praising workers. C．Beautifying the city. D．Showing a green life.
23．Which website can you visit to learn about the works of Black women artists
A．www.. B．www.museumofglass.org.
C．www.tacomaartmuseum.org. D．www..
B
Undergoing surgery can be really scary, especially for children. But a team of highly intelligent researchers
have developed something that will make the experience less frightening, and the driving force behind it — a robot
car.
According to a study conducted by Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona Children’s Hospital, six out of 10 young
patients who undergo surgery experience stress before receiving anaesthesia （麻醉）. While pharmacological
strategies are used to ease this, the side- effects can cause the experience to be more stressful.
Working with the hospital to explore alternative solutions, researchers from the Universitat Oberta de
Catalunya developed a robot car as an initiative to reduce feelings of fear and anxiety. This innovative product can
detect the emotions of the children by their facial expressions, heart rate, and breathing patterns, while adapting to
their needs by interacting with them, changing color, making music, and creating smells.
It was tested in a pilot study of 86 children aged between three and nine from 2020 to 2023, and received
positive feedback from both the children and their parents. “It gave the children the feeling of control, and having
an active role in the process without realising it, in a way that was fun,” a paediatric （儿科的） nurse Carmen
Jerez said. “The parents were able to walk with them, talking about their driving, and they could see that their child
was experiencing less anxiety and fear.”
Though it has been put on hold while it awaits funding to develop a new prototype（原型）, it’s clear that this
technology is capable of revolutionising the well- being support of children in healthcare settings.
24．Why would the researchers from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya create the robot car
A．To help the physicians with surgeries.
B．To help develop the creativity of children.
C．To relieve pre- operation anxiety of children.
D．To reduce the side- effects caused by anaesthesia.
25．What does paragraph 4 focus on concerning the robot car
A．The operating principle. B．The supportive feedbacks.
C．The test procedures. D．The potential drawbacks.
26．What does the author think of the future of the robot car
A．Promising. B．Hopeless. C．Competitive. D．Risky.
27．What’s the best title of the text
A．Scientists invented an innovative robot car
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B．Most children feel stressed before a surgery
C．Robot car delivers joy to children in hospital
D．Technology plays an important role in hospitals
C
The sellers say that blue- light- blocking glasses are designed to protect our eyes from the effects of short-
wavelength light from our smartphones, computer screens and LED lights. Given how much time we spend on our
devices, this sounds like a smart investment, right After all, eye strain（紧张） is a real issue and can lead to
poor sleep and even cataracts （白内障） and other eye diseases. The glasses can cost 350 all the way up to
around 1,500．But do they work
Elizabeth Esparaz, an ophthalmologist（眼科医生） based in Cleveland, Ohio, says the science that
manufacturers share as they promote these glasses can be confusing. Firstly, blue light is not just about tech
devices, and it’s not always bad. “Of course, the sun gives off a much higher level of blue light than man- made
devices, and that’s actually beneficial,” says Dr. Esparaz. It helps our mood, alertness and sleep- wake cycle.
The problem is blue light at night: It suppresses the release of melatonin. “Melatonin helps regulate our body
rhythms and makes us sleepy,” says Dr. Esparaz.
So, in theory, wearing blue- light- blocking glasses should help people who watch movies in bed or read from
a table t at night avoid sleeplessness. A Seeing Blue 2021 review study from the University of Oklahoma that
looked at 24 previous studies found that people affected by sleep disorders, jetlag and shift work fell asleep faster
after using these glasses.
As for eye strain, a 2021 Australian study showed that those wearing the glasses did not experience less eye
strain than those using clear glasses. And a 2018 review study, also by Austra lianresearchers, found insufficient
evidence that they prevent certain eye diseases.
“These glasses aren’t going to be harmful,” says Dr. Esparaz. But, she adds, a lack of standardization in the
industry means there’s no way to know if one pair is better than another.
A more reliable solution: Turn on the blue- light- filtering function on your devices and lim it screen time
before bed. To help with eye strain, Dr. Esparaz also suggests taking breaks and u sing lubricating（润滑） eye
drops.
28．What can be inferred from Elizabeth Esparaz’s words
A．Blue light is beneficial to the body someway.
B．Blue light merely comes from digital devices.
C．Blue light from the sun does more harm to human.
D．Glasses sellers are confused about the glasses’ function.
29．Which of the following can best replace the underlined word “suppresses” in paragraph 3
A．Increases. B．Blocks. C．Promotes. D．Causes.
30．How did the author clarify the effectiveness of wearing blue- light- blocking glasses
A．By referring to the results of studies. B．By comparing the changes of the wearers.
C．By offering different examples. D．By quoting the wearers’ comments.
31．Which statement might the author agree with to relieve eye strain
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A．To wear blue- light- blocking glasses. B．To do eye exercises regularly.
C．To control the screen time to rest eyes. D．To rely on eye drops to keep eyes healthy.
D
It has long been known that dogs can learn commands like “sit”, “stay”, or “fetch” and can respond to these
words with learned behaviors, often with the help of a treat or two, but uncovering their understanding of nouns has
proven more difficult.
To look into the mystery, Boros from Eotvos Lorán d University in Hungary and her colleagues, inspired by
studies investigating the comprehension of babies before they can speak, decided to mimic （模仿） these
experiments with dogs.
They invited 18 dog owners to bring their pets to the lab along with five objects the animals knew well. These
included balls, slippers, frisbees, rubber toys, leads and other items. At the lab, the owners were instructed to say
words for objects their dogs already knew. Then, the owners held upeither the matching object or a different one
while small metal disc s harmlessly attached to the dogs’ heads measured brain activity in a process known as
electroencephalography （EEG）.
Using EEG, the researchers aimed to observe any variances in brain activity when the dog’s owner mentioned
a specific object, such as a “ball”, but displayed a different item, like a stick, as opposed to when both the spoken
word and the presented object matched. This was indeed the case, with the results being strongest when the object
was very familiar to the dog. That’s similar to what researchers have seen in humans and is widely accepted as
evidence that they understand the words.
Writing in Current Biology, the scientists say the results “provide the first neural evidence for object word
knowledge in a non- human animal”.
But the true extent of the dogs’ comprehension is still unknown, even by the study’s authors, since the dogs
were responding to their own toys and objects that the owners brought to the lab.
The researchers are now curious to know if this ability to understand referential language is specific to dogs or
might be present in other mammals as well. Either way, they want to learn more about how this ability emerged and
whether it depends on dogs’ unique experience of living with people.
32．Which aspect of dogs did Boros’ research focus on
A．Their speed of learning actions. B．Their willingness to follow orders.
C．Their responses to training treats. D．Their capacity of understanding nouns.
33．What is paragraph 3 of the text mainly about
A．The result of human- dog interactions. B．The process of Boros’ experiment.
C．The logic of pattern matching. D．The theory of EEG analysis.
34．The brain recording results showed a different pattern in the brain when ______.
A．pet owners showed more objects than usual
B．dogs had a larger vocabulary of object words
C．the experiment was conducted in a new environment
D．the spoken word and the presented object mismatched
35．What does the author want to convey in the last paragraph
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A．Conclusions from the experiment. B．Insights into dogs’ experiences.
C．Expectations for future studies. D．Applications of the discovery.
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。
Explore theme parks like a pro: tips for an unforgettable day of fun
Plan and budget.
Before your visit, find out the price of a Disneyland one- day ticket so you can set a clear budget. 36 A
well- planned budget will ensure that you can enjoy the park without financial stress.
Set preferences for rides and attractions.
Create a personalised schedule by listing your top rides and attractions, taking into account their popularity
and typical wait times. 37 A flexible plan will help you see the highlights and adapt to the flow of the day.
Deal with crowds and queues. 38 Arrive early or stay late to find lighter crowds. Keep in mind that
crowd sizes can vary, so be prepared to adjust your plans. Mobile apps with real- time updates on ride wait times
can be a valuable tool for efficient navigation.
39 Working quietly in the background, a financial safety net, such as travel insurance, can provide peace
of mind in the event of unexpected circumstances. The stress- free environment it prov ides ensures that you can
focus on the magical moments unfolding around you.
Getting around theme parks effectively is a mix of planning and adaptability. Understanding the cost of
admission, listing your top preferences, planning a flexible route and being prepared for the unpredictable will
enhance your experience. Embrace the adventure, enjoy every moment and create memories that will last. 40
A．Make preparations for the unexpected.
B．Pay attention to the twists and turns in your adventure.
C．Remember to pack up some snacks and stay hydrated （补充水分）.
D．Stay flexible; unexpected events may require changes to your plan.
E．This will help you to budget for snacks, souvenirs and unexpected treats.
F．Crowds are part of the theme park experience, but they can be managed.
G．Your day at the theme park should be a story worth telling, full of thrills and surprises.
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 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
I am so grateful for the 21- Day Eco- Footprint Challenge hosted by KindSpring. Taking care of our sweet
Mother Earth has always been 41 to me in my life and I have taken 42 in my everyday life to recycle,
reuse, and think about ways to protect our Mother Earth, etc. However, this 43 awoke me even more.
Our Scholars Together community has taken on more than we have before 44 recycling, using our own
china cups and metal water bottles when we go out, not buying things in 45 containers and having green
lunches more consistently, not occasionally, but the biggest change we made was setting a goal of Zero Waste.
We set up more boxes and bins for paper that we could 46 again, recycling every sheet of use- on- both-
side paper, plastics, cans, etc. We also 47 all of our food we cooked or bought, instead of throwing some
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away. We really 48 it a challenge. Each day we all saw how little 49 there could be in our dustbins. I
realised that I had been throwing paper away that could be used on the other 50 or could be recycled, and
now I am looking everywhere for 51 that can be used more effectively until recycling time.
The videos offered by KindSpring have been so 52 and useful to us all that I don’t want the Eco-
Footprint Challenge to 53 . We will continue to do our part and 54 the news to our family and friends. It
is cool to see how the 55 spreads.
41．A．abstract B．vital C．obvious D．curious
42．A．notes B．action C．turns D．risk
43．A．lifestyle B．journey C．adventure D．challenge
44．A．in terms of B．in need of C．regardless of D．apart from
45．A．glass B．metal C．plastic D．china
46．A．create B．find C．use D．put
47．A．gave away B．sold out C．thought of D．ate up
48．A．saw B．made C．considered D．debated
49．A．rubbish B．paper C．money D．food
50．A．bottom B．sheet C．top D．side
51．A．things B．inventions C．stories D．reasons
52．A．meaningless B．instructive C．brief D．funny
53．A．exist B．occur C．end D．last
54．A．hide B．delete C．enjoy D．spread
55．A．awareness B．donations C．mottoes D．fantasy
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。
Chen Zhigang, a 37- year- old from Chengdu, Sichuan, is about 56 （fulfil） a dream by taking part in
the first Olympic event open to the public. On 10 August, he’ll join 40,000 amateurs 57 a mass run along the
Olympic marathon route, a route with great historical significance.
During the race, Chen will run from the center of Paris to Versailles, 58 （pass） by most of the iconic
landmarks. His journey of running 59 （begin） in 2015 with a 10 km race, 60 led to his participation
in various running events and triathlon.
A corporate trainer, Chen finds comfort and 61 （relax） in running, which helps him cope with the
stress of his job. When the Paris Olympics announced a marathon for the public, Chen decided to take part in.
To qualify, he had to collect 100,000 points through sporting 62 （activity ）. From 1 September 2020
to 23 August 2023, Chen ran 63 average of at least 10 km a day. He also added gym workouts and stair
climbing to his routine. Chen sees the mass event more as an opportunity for ordinary people to exercise 64
（regular） and discover a passion for running.
Chen’s marathon training is a story of self- improvement, with each race a chance 65 （better） his
previous time. He’s not alone; several other Chinese amateur runners will be running together with him in the Paris
Marathon on 10 August.
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第四部分 写作（共四节，满分 50 分）
第一节 单词拼写（共 5 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 5 分）
根据汉意写出单词的正确形式。
66．You should exercise more so as to keep energetic and you can work ______（高效地）.
67．Research has shown that having a ______（偏爱） for junk food can result in obesity. 68．Without ______
（警告；先兆）, the earth began to shake.
69．She was a wonderful mother to both her natural and ______（收养的） children.
70．Travelling along the old Silk Road is an interesting and ______（值得做的；有益的） experience.
第二节 背诵填空（共 5 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 5 分）
下列句子均选自本阶段要求背诵的段落或文章，请根据原文完成句子，每空一词。与原文不符的答案不得
分。
71．These smart homes will ______ ______ ______, save us energy, and provide a more comfortable environment
to live in.
72．Smart toilets will be ______ ______ ______ ______ your health as well.
73．This way, you will be able to ______ ______ ______before your home becomes flooded or catches fire.
74．Since reindeer were always ______ ______ ______, the Sami would pick up their tents and accompany them.
75．Being in such a beautiful and wild place makes me ______ ______ to be alive.
第三节 （满分 15 分）
假定你是某国际学校学生会主席李华，发现越来越多的同学养成了有问题找 AI 的习惯，对此你比较担
忧。请你代表学生会用英语写一封倡议书，内容包括：
1．现象分析；
2．你的建议。
注意：
1．写作词数应为 80 左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear fellow students,
The Students’ Union
第四节 （满分 25 分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Years later, I might still remember that small library. It was a winter day when I came to the library. The
sunlight was bright but not warm. It was a typical southern winter day, windless but cold.
The winter vacation was crucial for me, and studying in the library could effectively improve my studies. I
stood in front of the door with my backpack. On the board on the door read: “Community Library”. I pushed the
door open. Behind the service desk sat an old man with gray hair and dark skin, wearing reading glasses. When he
saw me, he pushed his glasses up.
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“Hello, I live nearby. My home is small and noisy. Can I study here ” I asked. The old man looked me over
and nodded. I then moved to a table in the corner. After lunch every day, I would come to the library. Most of the
time, it was just the old man and me, and the only sound was the hum （嗡嗡声） of the old air conditioner.
When I felt too cold or tired of reading, I would get up and move around. Gradually, the old man would ask
me if I needed hot water. Sometimes he brought me subject- related books. We had brief conversations sometimes.
The old man grew up in the countryside and didn’t have much education. He worked in a factory when he was
young, and after retiring, he came to the community library to work.
Every day, I studied until sunset. When it was about time for the old man to get off work, I would pack up and
get ready to leave. He would also stand up and tidy up. After I left, he would close the door, ending his day’s work.
One afternoon, I went to the library to return some books. The old man was very happy that day and handed
me a book, saying, “I found a book on the far right of the shelf in the corner. I’m sure you’ll like it,” I nodded, took
the book, and thanked him.
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。
A week later, I went to return the book, only to find an old lady locking the door.
“Then why did the library close around 4 p. m. during the last few weeks ” I asked.
第一部分 听力
Text 1
W: I am going to take Wednesday and Thursday off. I won’t come back to work until Friday.
M: Wow! Pretty good!
Text 2
M: Just before we finished the meeting. Tom Watts e- mailed me to say he wanted to give gifts to everyone who
attended the exhibition.
W: What kind of gifts
M: He didn’t say.
Text 3
M: I was thinking of having a holiday during the first half of September, but we can’t all be away at the same time.
W: Don’t worry. I will go in August and Mike in July. You can take the weeks you wanted.
Text 4
W: My mother insists I have lessons on Sunday night.
M: OK. We still have several hours left. I’ll wait for you in the tennis field at four o’ clock. Don’t be late.
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W: All right! I will be there as soon as possible.
Text 5
W: Hey, David. Has Linda invited you to her 30th birth- day party tonight
M: Yes. We can go there together, Anne. I remember you were born on Christmas Day.
W: Yes. My birthday is in five days. Every year my family throw a huge party for me.
Text 6
W: The boss had an informal discussion with me this morning. I feel really down.
M: What’s up
W: Well, actually I failed to meet a deadline last week and I forgot to answer an e- mail from a VIP customer
yesterday. I am afraid I messed up more things.
M: Lucy, things are not as bad as you said. You just need to relax a little. Don’t push yourself too hard, OK
W: Well, I will try.
Text 7
W: You came back so early tonight, Dave. How did you like the movie Sonic the Hedgehog 2
M: Well, I walked out after half an hour.
W: What for
M: It was so dull that I started falling asleep! And I’ve never seen such bad acting from Jim Carrey!
W: Oh, really He’s usually pretty good.
M: Well, not in that movie. I wish he’d choose better roles.
W: Well, which of his films do you like best
M: Comparing to his early films, such as famous Yes Man, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective... I think his performance in
the Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is the most excellent.
Text 8
M: Excuse me. Is this the right place where I could add or drop a course
W: Yes, it is. Fill in the blue form with the name of the course you want to drop.
M: No, I want to add the history course.
W: Sorry, it can’t be added now. You could only add courses one week ago in this term. And last Friday was the
last day.
M: I must add the course, or I won’t get enough credit s to graduate.
W: In this case, you have to find the professor and get him to agree to sign the special add form. Then bring it back
to me, and I’ll be able to add the course for you.
M: OK. Thanks. I’ll find him as soon as possible.
Text 9
M: Jenny, I have got lots to ask you.
W: That’s right. This week Westfield Radio runs its annual competition. Last year it was to find the best dancer,
and next year it will choose the best local actor. But this year we’re looking for the best singer in our city.
M: And what are the rules
W: Not many. You need to phone your entry. We don’t accept entries through the Internet or by fax.
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M: Right. Well, it’s school holidays this week, so what’s on offer
W: The sports hall will open an hour earlier than usual at 8: 00 a. m. and shut later at 10: 30 p. m. instead of nine.
The indoor football ground is always popular and has to be booked in advance.
M: But what about the swimming pool
W: Not quite such good news, I’m afraid. It will be open about a week later than planned, but good news now—
there will be no charge for swimmers for the first week. It’s the same size as the old one, but it is much better
equipped.
M: That’s great.
Text 10
M: Good afternoon! My name’s Carl and I work at one of the major companies on High Street. I’ve been
working here for about 13 years now. People often ask me why I decided to do this job. Well, as a young adult, I
loved travel- ling. So I went to work right after graduation as a salesman in Spain. I had worked there for 10 years.
When I came back to work within the travel industry here, my experience of working in tourist centers abroad was
a great help in get- ting this job. I have to admit that one of the main reasons I wanted to be a travel agent was that I
could get cheap flights and many holidays. It’s a great advantage!
Now, my work is to give people advice on the holiday choices which are available or suitable to them, such as
different destinations, types of holidays, ways to get there and so on. When a customer has decided what he wants, I
book it for him and make any other arrangements he may need. My duty doesn’t end here, though. If my customers
are flying, I will tell them what time they have to check in, and make sure they know what time they will be
arriving. I also give information on likely weather conditions and any- thing else I think will be useful for them.
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第二部分 阅读
第一节
A
【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了西雅图地区将于 2024 年秋季举办的四场艺术展。
21．A 【解析】细节理解题。根据 A Two- Way Mirror 部分的“Sept. 7 -24”可知，人们可以在 9 月 7 日去
参加 A Two- Way Mirror。故选 A。
22．B 【解析】细节理解题。根据 Prints and Works on Paper 部分的 “This show of prints and works on
paper by the celebrated and longtime Seattle- based artist features various pieces from his famous builders series,
which celebrates workers.”可知，建造者系列是为了赞美工人的。故选 B。
23．D 【解析】细节理解题。根据 Femme Noire 部分的内容以及“www.”可知，想
要了解黑人女性艺术家的作品，可以访问 www.femme- 。故选 D。
B
【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了通过一所大学的研究者们和医院共同努力，制造出了能
缓解儿童术前焦虑的机器人汽车。
24．C【解析】细节理解题。根据第二段以及第三段“Working with the hospital to explore alternative
solutions, researchers from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya developed a robot car as an initiative to reduce
feelings of fear and anxiety.”可知，研究者们制造这个机器人汽车的目的是减轻儿童的术前压力。故选 C。
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25．B 【解析】段落大意题。根据第四段“It was tested in a pilot study of 86 children aged between three and
nine from 2020 to 2023, and received positive feedback from both the children and their parents.”可推知，该段
主要介绍了接受测试后的儿童以及他们的父母的正向反馈。故选 B。
26．A 【解析】推理判断题。根据最后一段“Though it has been put on hold while it awaits funding to
developa new prototype （原型）, it’s clear that this technology is capable of revolutionising the well- being
support of children in healthcare settings.”可推知，作者认为这项技术是很有希望和前景的。故选 A。
27．C【解析】主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了通过一所大学的研究者们和医院共同努力，
制造出了能缓解儿童术前焦虑的机器人汽车。由此可推知，C 项最适合作文章标题。故选 C。
C
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要围绕着防蓝光眼镜是否有效果展开，说明了防蓝光眼镜在晚上
使用可以避免失眠，但在缓解眼部疲劳以及预防眼部疾病方面没有太大的作用。
28．A 【解析】细节理解题。根据第二段“‘Of course, the sun gives off a much higher level of blue light than
man- made devices, and that’s actually beneficial,’ says Dr. Esparaz. It helps our mood, alertness and sleep- wake
cycle.”可知，蓝光在某种程度上对身体是有好处的。故选 A。
29．B 【解析】词义猜测题。根据画线词上文“The problem is blue light at night”可知，蓝光在夜晚是有
问题的，说明蓝光在夜晚有不好的作用；再根据画线词下文“‘Melatonin helps regulate our body rhythms and
makes us sleepy,’ says Dr. Esparaz.”可知，褪黑素有助于调节身体节奏，帮助人入睡。由此可推知，蓝光会
抑制褪黑素的分泌，画线词意为“抑制”。故选 B。
30．A 【解析】推理判断题。根据第四段“A Seeing Blue 2021 review study from the University of Oklahoma
that looked at 24 previous studies found that people affected by sleep disorders, jetlag and shift work fell asleep
faster after using these glasses.”以及第五段可推知，作者在阐述防蓝光眼镜的作用时，主要是通过陈述研究
结论来说明的。故选 A。
31．C 【解析】细节理解题。根据最后一段“A more re- liable solution: Turn on the blue- light- filtering
function on your devices and limit screen time before bed. To help with eye strain, Dr. Esparaz also suggests taking
breaks and using lubricating （润滑） eye drops.”可知，作者建议打开设备上的蓝光过滤功能，并限制睡前
看屏幕的时间。故选 C。
D
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一项研究狗对名词理解能力的实验。
32．D 【解析】细节理解题。根据第一段“but uncovering their understanding of nouns has proven more
difficult”以及第二段“To look into the mystery, Boros from Eotvos Lorán d University in Hungary and her
colleagues, inspired by studies investigating the comprehension of babies before they can speak, decided to mimic
（模仿） these experiments with dogs.”可知，Boros 的研究重点是狗理解名词的能力。故选 D。
33．B【解析】段落大意题。根据第三段可推知，该段主要介绍了研究人员对狗进行实验的过程。故选
B。
34．D 【解析】细节理解题。根据第四段“Using EEG, the researchers aimed to observe any variances in brain
activity when the dog’s owner mentioned a specific object, such as a ‘ball’, but displayed a different item, like a
stick, as opposed to when both the spoken word and the presented object matched. This was indeed the case, with
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the results being strongest when the object was very familiar to the dog.”可知，当说出的单词和呈现的物体不
匹配时，狗的大脑活动会有所不同。故选 D。
35．C【解析】推理判断题。根据最后一段可推知，研究人员希望了解这种狗的能力是如何出现的，以及
它是否取决于狗与人类一起生活的独特经历。由此可推知，研究人员对未来的研究充满了期待。故选 C。
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第三部分 语言运用
第一节
【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者参加的一次环保生存大挑战，在这个比赛期间他们
重复利用物品，产生的垃圾极少。作者希望这种环保意识可以被传播开来。
41．B 【解析】根据下文“in my everyday life to recycle, reuse, and think about ways to protect”可知，作者
认为照顾好亲爱的地球母亲很重要。故选 B。
42．B 【解析】根据下文“to recycle, reuse, and think about ways to protect our Mother Earth”可知，作者在
采取措施保护地球。故选 B。
43．D 【解析】根据上文“I am so grateful for the 21- Day Eco- Footprint Challenge”可知，这次挑战赛让作
者更加意识到环保的重要性。故选 D。
44．A 【解析】根据下文“recycling”可知，这里指就回收而言，社区在这方面做出的努力。故选 A。
45．C 【解析】根据上文“using our own china cups and metal water bottles when we go out, not buying
things”可知，这里指他们不买用塑料容器装的东西，而是用自己的瓷杯和金属水瓶。故选 C。
46．C 【解析】根据下文“recycling every sheet of use- on- both- side paper”可知，这里是说可以再次使用
的纸张。故选 C。
47．D 【解析】根据下文 “instead of throwing some away”可知，这里指吃光所烹饪或购买的食物。故选
D。
48．B 【解析】根据上文“We set up more boxes and bins for paper that we could 46 again, recycling
every sheet of use- on- both- side paper, plastics, cans, etc.”可知，作者真的让循环利用成为了一种挑战。故
选 B。
49．A 【解析】根据下文“in our dustbins”可知，这里指垃圾桶里的垃圾。故选 A。
50．D 【解析】根据上文“I had been throwing paper”可知，作者意识到他扔的纸另一面还可以用。故选
D。
51．A 【解析】根据下文“that can be used”可知，作者在找可以被用的所有东西。故选 A。
52．B 【解析】根据下文“and useful to us”可知，Kind- Spring 提供的视频对“我们”所有人来说是如此
的有启发性。故选 B。
53．C 【解析】根据下文“We will continue to do our part”可知，作者不希望生态挑战赛结束。故选 C。
54．D 【解析】根据下文“the news to our family and friends”可知，作者希望把这种回收利用的观念传播
给周围的人。故选 D。
55．A 【解析】根据上文“We will continue to do our part and 54 the news to our family and friends.”可
知，将这个消息传播给“我们”的家人和朋友能够提高家人朋友的环保意识，作者也很期待这种环保的意
识可以被传播。故选 A。
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第二节
56．to fulfil 57．in 58．passing 59．began
60．which 61．relaxation 62．activities 63．an 64．regularly 65．to better
第四部分 写作
第一节 单词拼写
66．efficiently 67．preference 68．warning 69．adopted 70．rewarding
第二节 背诵填空
71．keep us secure
72．keeping constant track of
73．fix the problem
74．on the move
75．feel blessed
第三节
One possible version:
Dear fellow students,
I have noticed that many of us have developed a habit of relying on AI to solve problems. While AI can be
helpful, it’s important to remember that it cannot replace critical thinking and problem- solving skills.
I suggest that we use AI as a tool, but let’s make sure we understand and analyze the information ourselves.
We should also encourage each other to discuss and brainstorm solutions in study groups, which not only enhances
our understanding but also improves our communication and team- work skills.
Let’s take control of our learning process and not be- come overly dependent on AI.
The Students’ Union
第四节
One possible version:
A week later, I went to return the book, only to find an old lady locking the door. I checked my watch and saw
it wasn’t closing time yet, so I asked her. She didn’t speak but pointed to a notice on the foam board on the wall.
The board showed the library’s closing time: 2 p. m. I was puzzled and asked when the closing time had changed.
She said that it had never changed and that the closing time had always been 2 p. m. I was shocked at the fact.
“Then why did the library close around 4 p. m. during the last few weeks ” I asked. She smiled and said, “So
you are that child.” She told me the library indeed closed late the past few weeks because the old man said there
was a child who needed to study... At that moment, I was stunned, and my nose felt a bit sour. I looked up to hold
back my tears, and a ray of sunlight shone on my face. The sunlight was warm. It was a typical southern winter day,
windless and chilly, but the sunlight was spreading across the earth.
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