2024-2025学年安徽省滁州新锐高级中学高二上学期10月月考英语试题（含答案）
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2024-2025学年安徽省滁州新锐高级中学高二上学期10月月考
英语试题
考生注意：
1.本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
2.答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。
3.考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
4.本卷命题范围：至北师大版选择性必修第二册Unit5。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. In a cinema. B. In a library. C. In a restaurant.
2. What did the woman do last night
A. She took care of her mother.
B She finished her homework.
C. She went to see the doctor.
3. Why does the woman thank the man
A. He lent her some money.
B. He sent her to the Lost and Found.
C. He returned the money she had lost.
4. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Wait until tomorrow. B. Use her DVD instead.
C. Make a copy by himself.
5. Where had the woman planned to spend the summer
A. In China. B. In Canada. C. In the Philippines.
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 does the man take besides the Morning Post
A. The New Yorkers. B. Newsweek. C. New Scientists.
7. How much should the man pay in total
A. $1. B. $1.50. C. $3.50.
听第7 段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the man doing now
A. Having a class. B. Doing a survey. C. Buying a piece of newspaper.
9. Where does the woman usually get the news
A. From TV. B. From newspapers. C. From her cell phone.
听第8段材料，回答第10至 12题。
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Their travel plan. B. A TV program. C. The local weather.
11. What might the weather be like in Eastern England tomorrow evening
A. Snowy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
12. When will it be foggy in the southwest of England
A In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening.
听第 9段材料，回答第13 至 16 题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Strangers. C. A couple.
14. How often does the man attend the boxing class
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
15. What’s the woman up to these days
A. Selling books. B. Playing in a rock band.
C. Attending a boxing class.
16. What does the woman think of her busy life
A. Interesting. B. Tiring. C. Surprising.
听第10段材料，回答第17 至 20题。
17. How many children are there in Lily’s family
A.2. B.3. C.4.
18. What was Lily before she came to London
A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A driver.
19 What did Lily experience when she first came to London
A. She met her old friends.
B. She was short of money.
C. She bought a good apartment.
20. What can we learn about Lily
A. She is already married.
B. She is confident of life.
C. Her sisters work in London.
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
Women are such amazing beings and if you need a bit of inspiration to keep going, here are stories of inspiring women who made a mark on history!
Jane Austen (1775-1817)
She wrote about what life was like during the late 1700s and early 1800s through the books Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, and Emma. These books were released within just four years of each other. Two other books, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, were published after she died. Her face is now on the new 10 note, reminding us every day how much her books have affected us all.
Florence Nightingale (1820-1910)
She was born into a wealthy family, which disapproved of her entering the nursing profession. After receiving a letter from the Secretary of War who asked her to put together a team and look after British soldiers during the Crimen War, she moved to London. This was the first time that women were allowed to serve in the army. She went home as a hero and even received a thank-you letter from Queen Victoria. She left a legacy in healthcare in the war.
Marie Curie (1867-1934)
One of the most famous scientists of all time comes in the form of Marie Curie. Together with her fellow scientist and husband Pierre, she made amazing work on their discoveries. In1903, they received a Nobel Prize. She won another Nobel Prize in 1911, the first woman to do so. The Curies were the pair who made discoveries on radioactivity, which paved the way for the creation of X-rays.
Mother Teresa (1910-1997)
In September 2016, Mother Teresa was announced to be named as a Saint, which she deserves after her devotion to helping people in poverty. In 1929, she traveled to India and dedicated her whole life to helping poor people, especially in the Indian city of Kolkata. She received the Nobel Prize in 1979 and canceled the big dinner celebration. She then suggested giving all of the money to the poor people in Kolkata.
1. Why is the 10 note mentioned in the text
A. To increase readers’ interest in Jane Austen.
B. To show the value of Jane Austen’s face.
C. To make more people know about Jane Austen.
D. To highlight the recognition and impact of Jane Austen’s works.
2. Who made a mark on nursing
A. Jane Austen. B. Florence Nightingale.
C. Marie Curie. D. Mother Teresa.
3. What did Marie Curie and Mother Teresa have in common
A. They won Nobel Prize. B. They served in the army.
C. They gave all their belongings away. D. They worked for the poor.
B
When you think about who’s responsible for a city’s safety, what people come to mind Police officers, firefighters or emergency response teams Would you put your local meteorologist (气象预报员) in this group That’s the career Ashley Ruiz chose, and she’s now the first female chief meteorologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Ruiz predicts the weather for her community.
In 2020, a tornado hit Ruiz’s hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee — and, even closer to home, her house. So she said she knew what a lifesaving job this could be.
However, her job isn’t without difficulties. “Hearing people have been injured, like in a big hurricane, is really hard,” she said. “We try our best to predict the weather as best as we can, and we are getting better. But it can always change.”
Ruiz talked about the new and changing weather patterns. She said, “We are absolutely seeing changes in weather, with more intense and more frequent storms, which relate to climate change.” Weather is changing everywhere, as the planet warms. There are more frequent droughts, stronger storms, and increasing temperature changes. This makes predicting the weather difficult.
Ruiz always knew she was interested in weather and how it affected the world. But her path to a career in meteorology wasn’t easy. She said, “I struggled so hard with math and wanted to give up. But I kept pushing and working hard, and now I’m the first woman chief meteorologist in the Baton Rouge TV market. I’m proud of that.” She wants kids to know they should never give up on their education or their dreams.
4. Why was the disaster in Ruiz’s hometown mentioned in the text
A. To call on people to prepare for disasters.
B. To introduce Ruiz’s unusual childhood experience.
C. To offer a successful example of weather forecast.
D. To show Ruiz’s understanding of the work of a meteorologist.
5. What is a challenge of predicting the weather according to the text
A. Climate change. B. People’s injury.
C. Poor technology. D. Lack of experience.
6. Which word can best describe Ruiz according to the last paragraph
A. Creative. B. Clever. C. Hard-working. D. World-famous.
7. In which section of a newspaper may the text appear
A. Sports. B. People. C. Education. D. Health.
C
People who have trouble walking often have a hard time enjoying the beach. But hundreds of beaches in Greece now offer a new way for people in wheelchairs to get into the water by themselves. It’s called Seatrac.
Seatrac is basically a chair on a moving ramp (轻便梯) that can smoothly carry a disabled person into the sea. Once in the sea, the person can either remain in the chair, enjoying the water or go for a swim. The Seatrac system can also help anyone else who has a hard time walking, including older people and pregnant women.
Seatrac was invented and developed in Greece. The idea for it came when one of the inventors, Ignatios Fotiou, was talking with a friend who used a wheelchair. The friend said he enjoyed the sea, but didn’t like having to be carried into the ocean as if he were a sack (袋) of potatoes.
Mr. Fotiou realized that there must be a way to make it easier for wheelchair users to get into the water. Mr. Fotiou worked with his partner and a professor at a Greek university to design the system. In time, they formed a company called TOBEA to build and sell it.
The company worked hard to make the system simple to put in place and easy to run. A wooden walkway allows wheelchair users to reach the Seatrac. The system is solar-powered. It doesn’t require outside power and can continue to run even if the electricity goes out. The Seatrac system can easily be packed up and stored when the swimming season ends.
This summer, the Seatrac system is being used at over 220 beaches in Greece, Cyprus, Italy and Latvia. TOBEA hopes to offer Seatrac in other countries soon.
The Seatrac service in Greece is being offered for free. The Greek government has helped pay for it, with local cities buying and managing the equipment. Greece’s government hopes that Seatrac will help attract more tourists to the country.
8 Who is Seatrac designed for
A. Older people who move freely.
B. Youths who like to swim in the sea.
C. Women who enjoy beach baths with their children.
D. People who have trouble moving around on the beach.
9. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. The system. B. Potato. C. Ramp. D. Normal wheelchair.
10. What can we learn about the Seatrac system
A. It’s not easy to operate.
B. Users don’t have to worry about charging it.
C. People need to have a big cost to use it in Greece.
D. It has been available at more than one thousand beaches.
11. Why does the Greek government help pay for the Seatrac service
A. To improve the government’s image.
B. To promote the development of tourism.
C. To set up an organization for the disabled.
D. To support small and medium-sized local companies.
D
In late June, the US government agreed to allow two companies, Upside Foods and Good Meat, to sell chicken meat that has been grown in a laboratory. That makes the US the second country to approve lab-grown chicken.
Unlike normal chicken meat, lab-grown meat isn’t created by raising and killing chickens. Instead, it’s a meat product developed from animal cells that are grown in a lab. So it is also called “cell-based” or “cultured” meat.
The process of creating lab-grown meat is completely different from the normal meat-raising process. The first cells come from live animals. The cells are grown inside large steel tanks, where they’re fed with everything they need to grow. In a few weeks, the cells grow to look like normal meat. The companies then form this meat into more familiar shapes.
The companies say that their meat is better for the environment than meat from animals.
Raising animals for food uses huge amounts of land and water. It also creates a lot of pollution. Raising animals for food creates about 15% of the world’s greenhouse gases. That’s why cutting back on eating meat is one of the easiest ways to fight climate change. Lab-grown meat can also help out in other ways. Raising animals for food is extremely hard on animals. They are often kept in small spaces and are treated badly.
Polls (民意调查) have shown that many people aren’t too interested in lab-grown meat. Lots of people believe that it just sounds weird. But Amy Chen, who works for Upside Foods, says that once people try the meat, “The most common response we get is, ‘Oh, it tastes like chicken.’”
But right now, the meat is far more expensive than meat from animals. Even though the companies have been approved, they have the huge challenge of figuring out how to make much more meat far more cheaply.
12. What can we know about lab-grown chicken meat
A. It is created from animal cells in a laboratory.
B. It is cheaper than the normal meat.
C. America is the first country to approve selling it.
D. Two companies are allowed to do research on it.
13. What is paragraph 5 mainly about
A. The necessity of eating normal meat.
B. The process of creating lab-grown meat.
C. The disadvantages of raising animals for food.
D. The similarities between lab-grown meat and normal meat.
14. What does the underlined word “weird” in paragraph 6 mean
A. Easy. B. Ordinary. C. Strange. D. Attractive.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Lab-grown Meat Is Outdated
B. What Exactly Is Lab-grown Meat
C. How Is the Lab-grown Chicken Made
D. Lab-grown Chicken Meat Is Coming
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。
When we are kids, we laugh a lot. But as we become adults, it is much more difficult to laugh so easily. Do you laugh too little in your life Do you remember how you used to laugh before, as a child
___16___ . It’s a great way to relax, not just on a purely emotional level, but also physically. It can reduce our blood pressure. It also contributes to the release of hormones (荷尔蒙) that are good for our health. ___17___ . It helps us feel more at ease around new people and also connects us with others.
Sometimes, you might feel like there is not much cause to laugh. Life can be tough. But laughter is, if not the best medicine, a good support to have for tough times and for good times as well. So you should allow yourself to laugh as you used to.
A good idea is to give yourself permission to play. Play is a natural activity that promotes a lot of laughter, whether it's through video games, outdoor games, or board games. ___18___ .
Laughter comes from being with others. ___19___ . Hang out with family members that are nice to be around, with whom you can have fun, laugh, and enjoy yourself. Give your time to those who can share your laughter.
More than anything, learn to develop humor. ___20___ . Laugh at your mistakes and learn to laugh at yourself. Then you will be surprised by the changes you will see in your life.
A. You don’t have to be mean
B. Laughter has a lot of benefits
C. Don’t take yourself too seriously
D. Try to see your friends more often
E. Watch videos to help you correct your mistakes
F. In addition to these, laughing has a social function
G. Just discover what you like to play and have fun with it
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。
It was just an ordinary workday for Evoni Williams, an 18-year-old employee at Waffle House in La Marque, Texas. The place was ___21___, as usual, with a continuous ___22___ of customers coming in and out. Then, a 78-year-old customer reached out to her asking for help with his ___23___. The customer, who lived ___24___ from family support, had difficulty using his hands, so he was unable to cut his food.
Despite the restaurant being packed with customers and many tasks at hand, Evoni didn’t ___25___ -she helped the man. Little did she know that her act of kindness was ___26___ by another customer, Laura Wolf, who found the scene ___27___. Laura shared this heartwarming story online, and it quickly spread over the Internet, ___28___ the hearts of many.
What Evoni regarded as just a simple action was, in fact, a significant gesture that ___29___ her for a brighter future. Her kindness caught the attention of Texas Southern University, which awarded her with a $16,000 scholarship. It was reported that Evoni was working at the restaurant to raise money for ____30____, and the university’s recognition was absent from her ____31____, making it an unexpected blessing.
In an interview, Evoni said she did nothing ____32____. The thought has ____33____ that she’s really kind and that helping others is something she does ____34____ and something she’s used to. Nowadays, with everyone ____35____ their own tasks, Evoni’s action to stop and help stood out.
It makes sense that her kindness story resonated (引起共鸣) widely.
21. A. busy B. quiet C. dirty D. warm
22. A. gathering B. block C. series D. flow
23. A. hand B. food C. ticket D. card
24. A. distant B. different C. tired D. safe
25. A. answer B. worry C. hesitate D. promise
26. A. criticized B. stopped C. adapted D. noticed
27. A. incredible B. cruel C. upset D. desperate
28. A. confusing B. amusing C. touching D. frightening
29. A. labeled B. positioned C. caught D. entertained
30. A. restaurants B. charity C. students D. college
31. A. plans B. jobs C. stories D. trips
32. A. rude B. intelligent C. normal D. extraordinary
33. A. concluded B. proved C. found D. prepared
34. A. personally B. politely C. naturally D. gratefully
35. A. depending on B. focusing on C. appealing to D. learning about
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。
Tatyana is a Russian, and now lives in Canada. She and her husband, ___36___ is a businessman, and their two sons moved to Canada in 1998. She was appointed to a position in a science laboratory. And now Tatyana is ___37___ assistant professor at the University of Alberta.
At first, her greatest problem ___38___ (be) her poor English. Not being able to understand or express herself fully made it difficult for her ___39___ (take) her children to register at school, and she couldn’t give them the support they needed with their homework. All that soon changed, however. She learned to speak English in a quite unusual way, by ___40___ (join) Toastmasters International and paying close attention to the ___41___ (speech) that people made. She found it a very ___42___ (enjoy) experience.
Tatyana has always felt welcome in Canada, and that’s what ___43___ (make) it a special place for her. Tatyana says that she still loves Russia, but she also has a ___44___ (prefer) for Canada, in a different way. She feels great affection ____45____ respect for Canadians. Whenever she has a problem, there is always someone willing to help her.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你校英语社团将举办一场主题为“生活中的艺术”的演讲比赛。请你写一篇英语演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1.生活中有哪些艺术形式；
2.你对艺术的理解。
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。
Good morning, everyone!
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thanks for listening.
第二节(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。
I teach high school history to a group of sixteen-to eighteen-year-olds. One particular student, Emily, is dangerously close to failing not only the entire course but the end-of-year exam. She must pass the course. Otherwise, she would have to repeat the entire year. That’s really a pity. She is the type of student who is incredibly bright, switched on and engaging. But she’s been hanging out with some naughty kids since her parents divorced. It was a group of students who didn’t love learning and just wanted to have fun every day.
This part of the story occurred just after a paper was due. The paper was meant to assess just how well the students knew the course material that we had covered before the end-of-year exam. I handed out everyone’s marked and graded paper except for Emily’s, who was sitting with her friend group.
Looking at Emily, I said to her in a peaceful voice, “Emily, when I dismiss everyone else, I want to see you privately, please.”
A collective “ooooooh” hissed around the class. Emily was obviously a little bit worried about what this might be. I dismissed the class and sat opposite Emily, her paper in my hand.
“So, how do you think you did on your paper ” I asked.
Emily replied, “It seems that I don’t get the material, right Why do you always —”. But I gently interrupted with a warm smile, “You don’t get it That’s strange.”
“Actually, Emily, you’ve surprised us all,” I said, turning the paper to reveal a big, fat A+ next to her name. “Because your paper perfectly summarized the issues we discussed this semester about class difference in the Victorian Era. Obviously, this is your area of expertise,” I explained.
Emily’s eyes widened in disbelief. “W-what ”
I continued, “Your paper was the highest-scoring one I’ve ever had. I’m completely serious.”
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Emily was obviously shocked.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
After this conversation I noticed a big change in Emily.
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答案版
考生注意：
1.本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
2.答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。
3.考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
4.本卷命题范围：至北师大版选择性必修第二册Unit5。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. In a cinema. B. In a library. C. In a restaurant.
2. What did the woman do last night
A. She took care of her mother.
B. She finished her homework.
C She went to see the doctor.
3. Why does the woman thank the man
A. He lent her some money.
B. He sent her to the Lost and Found.
C. He returned the money she had lost.
4. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Wait until tomorrow. B. Use her DVD instead.
C. Make a copy by himself.
5. Where had the woman planned to spend the summer
A. In China. B. In Canada. C. In the Philippines.
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 does the man take besides the Morning Post
A. The New Yorkers. B. Newsweek. C. New Scientists.
7. How much should the man pay in total
A. $1. B. $1.50. C. $3.50.
听第7 段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the man doing now
A. Having a class. B. Doing a survey. C. Buying a piece of newspaper.
9. Where does the woman usually get the news
A. From TV. B. From newspapers. C. From her cell phone.
听第8段材料，回答第10至 12题。
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Their travel plan. B. A TV program. C. The local weather.
11. What might the weather be like in Eastern England tomorrow evening
A. Snowy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
12. When will it be foggy in the southwest of England
A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening.
听第 9段材料，回答第13 至 16 题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Strangers. C. A couple.
14. How often does the man attend the boxing class
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
15. What’s the woman up to these days
A. Selling books. B. Playing in a rock band.
C. Attending a boxing class.
16. What does the woman think of her busy life
A. Interesting. B. Tiring. C. Surprising.
听第10段材料，回答第17 至 20题。
17. How many children are there in Lily’s family
A.2. B.3. C.4.
18. What was Lily before she came to London
A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A driver.
19. What did Lily experience when she first came to London
A. She met her old friends.
B. She was short of money.
C. She bought a good apartment.
20. What can we learn about Lily
A. She is already married.
B. She is confident of life.
C. Her sisters work in London.
听力答案 略
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
Women are such amazing beings and if you need a bit of inspiration to keep going, here are stories of inspiring women who made a mark on history!
Jane Austen (1775-1817)
She wrote about what life was like during the late 1700s and early 1800s through the books Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, and Emma. These books were released within just four years of each other. Two other books, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, were published after she died. Her face is now on the new 10 note, reminding us every day how much her books have affected us all.
Florence Nightingale (1820-1910)
She was born into a wealthy family, which disapproved of her entering the nursing profession. After receiving a letter from the Secretary of War who asked her to put together a team and look after British soldiers during the Crimen War, she moved to London. This was the first time that women were allowed to serve in the army. She went home as a hero and even received a thank-you letter from Queen Victoria. She left a legacy in healthcare in the war.
Marie Curie (1867-1934)
One of the most famous scientists of all time comes in the form of Marie Curie. Together with her fellow scientist and husband Pierre, she made amazing work on their discoveries. In1903, they received a Nobel Prize. She won another Nobel Prize in 1911, the first woman to do so. The Curies were the pair who made discoveries on radioactivity, which paved the way for the creation of X-rays.
Mother Teresa (1910-1997)
In September 2016, Mother Teresa was announced to be named as a Saint, which she deserves after her devotion to helping people in poverty. In 1929, she traveled to India and dedicated her whole life to helping poor people, especially in the Indian city of Kolkata. She received the Nobel Prize in 1979 and canceled the big dinner celebration. She then suggested giving all of the money to the poor people in Kolkata.
1. Why is the 10 note mentioned in the text
A. To increase readers’ interest in Jane Austen.
B. To show the value of Jane Austen’s face.
C. To make more people know about Jane Austen.
D. To highlight the recognition and impact of Jane Austen’s works.
2. Who made a mark on nursing
A. Jane Austen. B. Florence Nightingale.
C. Marie Curie. D. Mother Teresa.
3. What did Marie Curie and Mother Teresa have in common
A. They won Nobel Prize. B. They served in the army.
C. They gave all their belongings away. D. They worked for the poor.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A
B
When you think about who’s responsible for a city’s safety, what people come to mind Police officers, firefighters or emergency response teams Would you put your local meteorologist (气象预报员) in this group That’s the career Ashley Ruiz chose, and she’s now the first female chief meteorologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Ruiz predicts the weather for her community.
In 2020, a tornado hit Ruiz’s hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee — and, even closer to home, her house. So she said she knew what a lifesaving job this could be.
However, her job isn’t without difficulties. “Hearing people have been injured, like in a big hurricane, is really hard,” she said. “We try our best to predict the weather as best as we can, and we are getting better. But it can always change.”
Ruiz talked about the new and changing weather patterns. She said, “We are absolutely seeing changes in weather, with more intense and more frequent storms, which relate to climate change.” Weather is changing everywhere, as the planet warms. There are more frequent droughts, stronger storms, and increasing temperature changes. This makes predicting the weather difficult.
Ruiz always knew she was interested in weather and how it affected the world. But her path to a career in meteorology wasn’t easy. She said, “I struggled so hard with math and wanted to give up. But I kept pushing and working hard, and now I’m the first woman chief meteorologist in the Baton Rouge TV market. I’m proud of that.” She wants kids to know they should never give up on their education or their dreams.
4. Why was the disaster in Ruiz’s hometown mentioned in the text
A. To call on people to prepare for disasters.
B. To introduce Ruiz’s unusual childhood experience.
C. To offer a successful example of weather forecast.
D. To show Ruiz’s understanding of the work of a meteorologist.
5 What is a challenge of predicting the weather according to the text
A. Climate change. B. People’s injury.
C Poor technology. D. Lack of experience.
6. Which word can best describe Ruiz according to the last paragraph
A. Creative. B. Clever. C. Hard-working. D. World-famous.
7. In which section of a newspaper may the text appear
A. Sports. B. People. C. Education. D. Health.
【答案】4. D 5. A 6. C 7. B
C
People who have trouble walking often have a hard time enjoying the beach. But hundreds of beaches in Greece now offer a new way for people in wheelchairs to get into the water by themselves. It’s called Seatrac.
Seatrac is basically a chair on a moving ramp (轻便梯) that can smoothly carry a disabled person into the sea. Once in the sea, the person can either remain in the chair, enjoying the water or go for a swim. The Seatrac system can also help anyone else who has a hard time walking, including older people and pregnant women.
Seatrac was invented and developed in Greece. The idea for it came when one of the inventors, Ignatios Fotiou, was talking with a friend who used a wheelchair. The friend said he enjoyed the sea, but didn’t like having to be carried into the ocean as if he were a sack (袋) of potatoes.
Mr. Fotiou realized that there must be a way to make it easier for wheelchair users to get into the water. Mr. Fotiou worked with his partner and a professor at a Greek university to design the system. In time, they formed a company called TOBEA to build and sell it.
The company worked hard to make the system simple to put in place and easy to run. A wooden walkway allows wheelchair users to reach the Seatrac. The system is solar-powered. It doesn’t require outside power and can continue to run even if the electricity goes out. The Seatrac system can easily be packed up and stored when the swimming season ends.
This summer, the Seatrac system is being used at over 220 beaches in Greece, Cyprus, Italy and Latvia. TOBEA hopes to offer Seatrac in other countries soon.
The Seatrac service in Greece is being offered for free. The Greek government has helped pay for it, with local cities buying and managing the equipment. Greece’s government hopes that Seatrac will help attract more tourists to the country.
8. Who is Seatrac designed for
A. Older people who move freely.
B. Youths who like to swim in the sea.
C. Women who enjoy beach baths with their children.
D. People who have trouble moving around on the beach.
9. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. The system. B. Potato. C. Ramp. D. Normal wheelchair.
10. What can we learn about the Seatrac system
A. It’s not easy to operate.
B. Users don’t have to worry about charging it.
C. People need to have a big cost to use it in Greece.
D. It has been available at more than one thousand beaches.
11. Why does the Greek government help pay for the Seatrac service
A. To improve the government’s image.
B. To promote the development of tourism.
C. To set up an organization for the disabled.
D. To support small and medium-sized local companies.
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. B 11. B
D
In late June, the US government agreed to allow two companies, Upside Foods and Good Meat, to sell chicken meat that has been grown in a laboratory. That makes the US the second country to approve lab-grown chicken.
Unlike normal chicken meat, lab-grown meat isn’t created by raising and killing chickens. Instead, it’s a meat product developed from animal cells that are grown in a lab. So it is also called “cell-based” or “cultured” meat.
The process of creating lab-grown meat is completely different from the normal meat-raising process. The first cells come from live animals. The cells are grown inside large steel tanks, where they’re fed with everything they need to grow. In a few weeks, the cells grow to look like normal meat. The companies then form this meat into more familiar shapes.
The companies say that their meat is better for the environment than meat from animals.
Raising animals for food uses huge amounts of land and water. It also creates a lot of pollution. Raising animals for food creates about 15% of the world’s greenhouse gases. That’s why cutting back on eating meat is one of the easiest ways to fight climate change. Lab-grown meat can also help out in other ways. Raising animals for food is extremely hard on animals. They are often kept in small spaces and are treated badly.
Polls (民意调查) have shown that many people aren’t too interested in lab-grown meat. Lots of people believe that it just sounds weird. But Amy Chen, who works for Upside Foods, says that once people try the meat, “The most common response we get is, ‘Oh, it tastes like chicken.’”
But right now, the meat is far more expensive than meat from animals. Even though the companies have been approved, they have the huge challenge of figuring out how to make much more meat far more cheaply.
12. What can we know about lab-grown chicken meat
A. It is created from animal cells in a laboratory.
B. It is cheaper than the normal meat.
C. America is the first country to approve selling it.
D. Two companies are allowed to do research on it.
13. What is paragraph 5 mainly about
A. The necessity of eating normal meat.
B. The process of creating lab-grown meat.
C. The disadvantages of raising animals for food.
D. The similarities between lab-grown meat and normal meat.
14. What does the underlined word “weird” in paragraph 6 mean
A. Easy. B. Ordinary. C. Strange. D. Attractive.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Lab-grown Meat Is Outdated
B. What Exactly Is Lab-grown Meat
C. How Is the Lab-grown Chicken Made
D. Lab-grown Chicken Meat Is Coming
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. C 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。
When we are kids, we laugh a lot. But as we become adults, it is much more difficult to laugh so easily. Do you laugh too little in your life Do you remember how you used to laugh before, as a child
___16___ . It’s a great way to relax, not just on a purely emotional level, but also physically. It can reduce our blood pressure. It also contributes to the release of hormones (荷尔蒙) that are good for our health. ___17___ . It helps us feel more at ease around new people and also connects us with others.
Sometimes, you might feel like there is not much cause to laugh. Life can be tough. But laughter is, if not the best medicine, a good support to have for tough times and for good times as well. So you should allow yourself to laugh as you used to.
A good idea is to give yourself permission to play. Play is a natural activity that promotes a lot of laughter, whether it's through video games, outdoor games, or board games. ___18___ .
Laughter comes from being with others. ___19___ . Hang out with family members that are nice to be around, with whom you can have fun, laugh, and enjoy yourself. Give your time to those who can share your laughter.
More than anything, learn to develop humor. ___20___ . Laugh at your mistakes and learn to laugh at yourself. Then you will be surprised by the changes you will see in your life.
A. You don’t have to be mean
B. Laughter has a lot of benefits
C. Don’t take yourself too seriously
D. Try to see your friends more often
E. Watch videos to help you correct your mistakes
F. In addition to these, laughing has a social function
G. Just discover what you like to play and have fun with it
【答案】16. B 17. F 18. G 19. D 20. C
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。
It was just an ordinary workday for Evoni Williams, an 18-year-old employee at Waffle House in La Marque, Texas. The place was ___21___, as usual, with a continuous ___22___ of customers coming in and out. Then, a 78-year-old customer reached out to her asking for help with his ___23___. The customer, who lived ___24___ from family support, had difficulty using his hands, so he was unable to cut his food.
Despite the restaurant being packed with customers and many tasks at hand, Evoni didn’t ___25___ -she helped the man. Little did she know that her act of kindness was ___26___ by another customer, Laura Wolf, who found the scene ___27___. Laura shared this heartwarming story online, and it quickly spread over the Internet, ___28___ the hearts of many.
What Evoni regarded as just a simple action was, in fact, a significant gesture that ___29___ her for a brighter future. Her kindness caught the attention of Texas Southern University, which awarded her with a $16,000 scholarship. It was reported that Evoni was working at the restaurant to raise money for ____30____, and the university’s recognition was absent from her ____31____, making it an unexpected blessing.
In an interview, Evoni said she did nothing ____32____. The thought has ____33____ that she’s really kind and that helping others is something she does ____34____ and something she’s used to. Nowadays, with everyone ____35____ their own tasks, Evoni’s action to stop and help stood out.
It makes sense that her kindness story resonated (引起共鸣) widely.
21. A. busy B. quiet C. dirty D. warm
22. A. gathering B. block C. series D. flow
23. A. hand B. food C. ticket D. card
24. A. distant B. different C. tired D. safe
25. A. answer B. worry C. hesitate D. promise
26. A. criticized B. stopped C. adapted D. noticed
27. A. incredible B. cruel C. upset D. desperate
28. A. confusing B. amusing C. touching D. frightening
29. A. labeled B. positioned C. caught D. entertained
30. A. restaurants B. charity C. students D. college
31. A. plans B. jobs C. stories D. trips
32. A. rude B. intelligent C. normal D. extraordinary
33. A. concluded B. proved C. found D. prepared
34. A. personally B. politely C. naturally D. gratefully
35. A. depending on B. focusing on C. appealing to D. learning about
【答案】21. A 22. D 23. B 24. A 25. C 26. D 27. A 28. C 29. B 30. D 31. A 32. D 33. B 34. C 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。
Tatyana is a Russian, and now lives in Canada. She and her husband, ___36___ is a businessman, and their two sons moved to Canada in 1998. She was appointed to a position in a science laboratory. And now Tatyana is ___37___ assistant professor at the University of Alberta.
At first, her greatest problem ___38___ (be) her poor English. Not being able to understand or express herself fully made it difficult for her ___39___ (take) her children to register at school, and she couldn’t give them the support they needed with their homework. All that soon changed, however. She learned to speak English in a quite unusual way, by ___40___ (join) Toastmasters International and paying close attention to the ___41___ (speech) that people made. She found it a very ___42___ (enjoy) experience.
Tatyana has always felt welcome in Canada, and that’s what ___43___ (make) it a special place for her. Tatyana says that she still loves Russia, but she also has a ___44___ (prefer) for Canada, in a different way. She feels great affection ____45____ respect for Canadians. Whenever she has a problem, there is always someone willing to help her.
【答案】36. who
37. an 38. was
39. to take
40. joining
41. speeches
42. enjoyable
43. makes 44. preference
45. and
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你校英语社团将举办一场主题为“生活中的艺术”的演讲比赛。请你写一篇英语演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1.生活中有哪些艺术形式；
2.你对艺术的理解。
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。
Good morning, everyone!
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thanks for listening.
【答案】Good morning, everyone!
In our daily lives, art takes many forms. We see it in paintings that decorate our walls, in the music that fills our ears, and in the dance that moves our souls. Even the way we arrange flowers or design our clothes can be considered art. It’s everywhere, making our world more colorful and lively.
To me, art is not just something to look at or listen to; it’s a way of expressing feelings and thoughts that words sometimes can’t. When I create art, I feel free to be myself and share my inner world with others. Art makes life richer and more meaningful.
Thanks for listening.
第二节(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。
I teach high school history to a group of sixteen-to eighteen-year-olds. One particular student, Emily, is dangerously close to failing not only the entire course but the end-of-year exam. She must pass the course. Otherwise, she would have to repeat the entire year. That’s really a pity. She is the type of student who is incredibly bright, switched on and engaging. But she’s been hanging out with some naughty kids since her parents divorced. It was a group of students who didn’t love learning and just wanted to have fun every day.
This part of the story occurred just after a paper was due. The paper was meant to assess just how well the students knew the course material that we had covered before the end-of-year exam. I handed out everyone’s marked and graded paper except for Emily’s, who was sitting with her friend group.
Looking at Emily, I said to her in a peaceful voice, “Emily, when I dismiss everyone else, I want to see you privately, please.”
A collective “ooooooh” hissed around the class. Emily was obviously a little bit worried about what this might be. I dismissed the class and sat opposite Emily, her paper in my hand.
“So, how do you think you did on your paper ” I asked.
Emily replied, “It seems that I don’t get the material, right Why do you always —”. But I gently interrupted with a warm smile, “You don’t get it That’s strange.”
“Actually, Emily, you’ve surprised us all,” I said, turning the paper to reveal a big, fat A+ next to her name. “Because your paper perfectly summarized the issues we discussed this semester about class difference in the Victorian Era. Obviously, this is your area of expertise,” I explained.
Emily’s eyes widened in disbelief. “W-what ”
I continued, “Your paper was the highest-scoring one I’ve ever had. I’m completely serious.”
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Emily was obviously shocked
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
After this conversation, I noticed a big change in Emily.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】范文
Emily was obviously shocked. Her mouth dropped open, and her hands instinctively reached for the paper I was still holding. Her eyes scanned the grade, then looked back at me in astonishment. “But, Mr. ..., I mean, I didn’t even think I passed!” she stammered. I could see the wheels turning in her mind, processing the unexpected praise and the grade that didn’t align with her self-perception. Her face slowly lit up with a mix of disbelief and joy, as if she was seeing a new possibility for herself.
After this conversation, I noticed a big change in Emily. She started coming to class earlier, actively participating in discussions, and even initiating conversations about historical topics outside of class. Her grades soared, and she became a model student for her peers. The influence of her previous friend group seemed to diminish as she found new, like-minded friends who valued education and personal growth. Emily’s transformation was nothing short of remarkable, a testament to the power of positive reinforcement and the belief in one’s potential. She not only passed the course but excelled, proving that with the right guidance and support, even the most troubled students can shine.
英语试题
考生注意：
1.本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
2.答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。
3.考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
4.本卷命题范围：至北师大版选择性必修第二册Unit5。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. In a cinema. B. In a library. C. In a restaurant.
2. What did the woman do last night
A. She took care of her mother.
B She finished her homework.
C. She went to see the doctor.
3. Why does the woman thank the man
A. He lent her some money.
B. He sent her to the Lost and Found.
C. He returned the money she had lost.
4. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Wait until tomorrow. B. Use her DVD instead.
C. Make a copy by himself.
5. Where had the woman planned to spend the summer
A. In China. B. In Canada. C. In the Philippines.
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 does the man take besides the Morning Post
A. The New Yorkers. B. Newsweek. C. New Scientists.
7. How much should the man pay in total
A. $1. B. $1.50. C. $3.50.
听第7 段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the man doing now
A. Having a class. B. Doing a survey. C. Buying a piece of newspaper.
9. Where does the woman usually get the news
A. From TV. B. From newspapers. C. From her cell phone.
听第8段材料，回答第10至 12题。
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Their travel plan. B. A TV program. C. The local weather.
11. What might the weather be like in Eastern England tomorrow evening
A. Snowy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
12. When will it be foggy in the southwest of England
A In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening.
听第 9段材料，回答第13 至 16 题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Strangers. C. A couple.
14. How often does the man attend the boxing class
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
15. What’s the woman up to these days
A. Selling books. B. Playing in a rock band.
C. Attending a boxing class.
16. What does the woman think of her busy life
A. Interesting. B. Tiring. C. Surprising.
听第10段材料，回答第17 至 20题。
17. How many children are there in Lily’s family
A.2. B.3. C.4.
18. What was Lily before she came to London
A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A driver.
19 What did Lily experience when she first came to London
A. She met her old friends.
B. She was short of money.
C. She bought a good apartment.
20. What can we learn about Lily
A. She is already married.
B. She is confident of life.
C. Her sisters work in London.
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
Women are such amazing beings and if you need a bit of inspiration to keep going, here are stories of inspiring women who made a mark on history!
Jane Austen (1775-1817)
She wrote about what life was like during the late 1700s and early 1800s through the books Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, and Emma. These books were released within just four years of each other. Two other books, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, were published after she died. Her face is now on the new 10 note, reminding us every day how much her books have affected us all.
Florence Nightingale (1820-1910)
She was born into a wealthy family, which disapproved of her entering the nursing profession. After receiving a letter from the Secretary of War who asked her to put together a team and look after British soldiers during the Crimen War, she moved to London. This was the first time that women were allowed to serve in the army. She went home as a hero and even received a thank-you letter from Queen Victoria. She left a legacy in healthcare in the war.
Marie Curie (1867-1934)
One of the most famous scientists of all time comes in the form of Marie Curie. Together with her fellow scientist and husband Pierre, she made amazing work on their discoveries. In1903, they received a Nobel Prize. She won another Nobel Prize in 1911, the first woman to do so. The Curies were the pair who made discoveries on radioactivity, which paved the way for the creation of X-rays.
Mother Teresa (1910-1997)
In September 2016, Mother Teresa was announced to be named as a Saint, which she deserves after her devotion to helping people in poverty. In 1929, she traveled to India and dedicated her whole life to helping poor people, especially in the Indian city of Kolkata. She received the Nobel Prize in 1979 and canceled the big dinner celebration. She then suggested giving all of the money to the poor people in Kolkata.
1. Why is the 10 note mentioned in the text
A. To increase readers’ interest in Jane Austen.
B. To show the value of Jane Austen’s face.
C. To make more people know about Jane Austen.
D. To highlight the recognition and impact of Jane Austen’s works.
2. Who made a mark on nursing
A. Jane Austen. B. Florence Nightingale.
C. Marie Curie. D. Mother Teresa.
3. What did Marie Curie and Mother Teresa have in common
A. They won Nobel Prize. B. They served in the army.
C. They gave all their belongings away. D. They worked for the poor.
B
When you think about who’s responsible for a city’s safety, what people come to mind Police officers, firefighters or emergency response teams Would you put your local meteorologist (气象预报员) in this group That’s the career Ashley Ruiz chose, and she’s now the first female chief meteorologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Ruiz predicts the weather for her community.
In 2020, a tornado hit Ruiz’s hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee — and, even closer to home, her house. So she said she knew what a lifesaving job this could be.
However, her job isn’t without difficulties. “Hearing people have been injured, like in a big hurricane, is really hard,” she said. “We try our best to predict the weather as best as we can, and we are getting better. But it can always change.”
Ruiz talked about the new and changing weather patterns. She said, “We are absolutely seeing changes in weather, with more intense and more frequent storms, which relate to climate change.” Weather is changing everywhere, as the planet warms. There are more frequent droughts, stronger storms, and increasing temperature changes. This makes predicting the weather difficult.
Ruiz always knew she was interested in weather and how it affected the world. But her path to a career in meteorology wasn’t easy. She said, “I struggled so hard with math and wanted to give up. But I kept pushing and working hard, and now I’m the first woman chief meteorologist in the Baton Rouge TV market. I’m proud of that.” She wants kids to know they should never give up on their education or their dreams.
4. Why was the disaster in Ruiz’s hometown mentioned in the text
A. To call on people to prepare for disasters.
B. To introduce Ruiz’s unusual childhood experience.
C. To offer a successful example of weather forecast.
D. To show Ruiz’s understanding of the work of a meteorologist.
5. What is a challenge of predicting the weather according to the text
A. Climate change. B. People’s injury.
C. Poor technology. D. Lack of experience.
6. Which word can best describe Ruiz according to the last paragraph
A. Creative. B. Clever. C. Hard-working. D. World-famous.
7. In which section of a newspaper may the text appear
A. Sports. B. People. C. Education. D. Health.
C
People who have trouble walking often have a hard time enjoying the beach. But hundreds of beaches in Greece now offer a new way for people in wheelchairs to get into the water by themselves. It’s called Seatrac.
Seatrac is basically a chair on a moving ramp (轻便梯) that can smoothly carry a disabled person into the sea. Once in the sea, the person can either remain in the chair, enjoying the water or go for a swim. The Seatrac system can also help anyone else who has a hard time walking, including older people and pregnant women.
Seatrac was invented and developed in Greece. The idea for it came when one of the inventors, Ignatios Fotiou, was talking with a friend who used a wheelchair. The friend said he enjoyed the sea, but didn’t like having to be carried into the ocean as if he were a sack (袋) of potatoes.
Mr. Fotiou realized that there must be a way to make it easier for wheelchair users to get into the water. Mr. Fotiou worked with his partner and a professor at a Greek university to design the system. In time, they formed a company called TOBEA to build and sell it.
The company worked hard to make the system simple to put in place and easy to run. A wooden walkway allows wheelchair users to reach the Seatrac. The system is solar-powered. It doesn’t require outside power and can continue to run even if the electricity goes out. The Seatrac system can easily be packed up and stored when the swimming season ends.
This summer, the Seatrac system is being used at over 220 beaches in Greece, Cyprus, Italy and Latvia. TOBEA hopes to offer Seatrac in other countries soon.
The Seatrac service in Greece is being offered for free. The Greek government has helped pay for it, with local cities buying and managing the equipment. Greece’s government hopes that Seatrac will help attract more tourists to the country.
8 Who is Seatrac designed for
A. Older people who move freely.
B. Youths who like to swim in the sea.
C. Women who enjoy beach baths with their children.
D. People who have trouble moving around on the beach.
9. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. The system. B. Potato. C. Ramp. D. Normal wheelchair.
10. What can we learn about the Seatrac system
A. It’s not easy to operate.
B. Users don’t have to worry about charging it.
C. People need to have a big cost to use it in Greece.
D. It has been available at more than one thousand beaches.
11. Why does the Greek government help pay for the Seatrac service
A. To improve the government’s image.
B. To promote the development of tourism.
C. To set up an organization for the disabled.
D. To support small and medium-sized local companies.
D
In late June, the US government agreed to allow two companies, Upside Foods and Good Meat, to sell chicken meat that has been grown in a laboratory. That makes the US the second country to approve lab-grown chicken.
Unlike normal chicken meat, lab-grown meat isn’t created by raising and killing chickens. Instead, it’s a meat product developed from animal cells that are grown in a lab. So it is also called “cell-based” or “cultured” meat.
The process of creating lab-grown meat is completely different from the normal meat-raising process. The first cells come from live animals. The cells are grown inside large steel tanks, where they’re fed with everything they need to grow. In a few weeks, the cells grow to look like normal meat. The companies then form this meat into more familiar shapes.
The companies say that their meat is better for the environment than meat from animals.
Raising animals for food uses huge amounts of land and water. It also creates a lot of pollution. Raising animals for food creates about 15% of the world’s greenhouse gases. That’s why cutting back on eating meat is one of the easiest ways to fight climate change. Lab-grown meat can also help out in other ways. Raising animals for food is extremely hard on animals. They are often kept in small spaces and are treated badly.
Polls (民意调查) have shown that many people aren’t too interested in lab-grown meat. Lots of people believe that it just sounds weird. But Amy Chen, who works for Upside Foods, says that once people try the meat, “The most common response we get is, ‘Oh, it tastes like chicken.’”
But right now, the meat is far more expensive than meat from animals. Even though the companies have been approved, they have the huge challenge of figuring out how to make much more meat far more cheaply.
12. What can we know about lab-grown chicken meat
A. It is created from animal cells in a laboratory.
B. It is cheaper than the normal meat.
C. America is the first country to approve selling it.
D. Two companies are allowed to do research on it.
13. What is paragraph 5 mainly about
A. The necessity of eating normal meat.
B. The process of creating lab-grown meat.
C. The disadvantages of raising animals for food.
D. The similarities between lab-grown meat and normal meat.
14. What does the underlined word “weird” in paragraph 6 mean
A. Easy. B. Ordinary. C. Strange. D. Attractive.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Lab-grown Meat Is Outdated
B. What Exactly Is Lab-grown Meat
C. How Is the Lab-grown Chicken Made
D. Lab-grown Chicken Meat Is Coming
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。
When we are kids, we laugh a lot. But as we become adults, it is much more difficult to laugh so easily. Do you laugh too little in your life Do you remember how you used to laugh before, as a child
___16___ . It’s a great way to relax, not just on a purely emotional level, but also physically. It can reduce our blood pressure. It also contributes to the release of hormones (荷尔蒙) that are good for our health. ___17___ . It helps us feel more at ease around new people and also connects us with others.
Sometimes, you might feel like there is not much cause to laugh. Life can be tough. But laughter is, if not the best medicine, a good support to have for tough times and for good times as well. So you should allow yourself to laugh as you used to.
A good idea is to give yourself permission to play. Play is a natural activity that promotes a lot of laughter, whether it's through video games, outdoor games, or board games. ___18___ .
Laughter comes from being with others. ___19___ . Hang out with family members that are nice to be around, with whom you can have fun, laugh, and enjoy yourself. Give your time to those who can share your laughter.
More than anything, learn to develop humor. ___20___ . Laugh at your mistakes and learn to laugh at yourself. Then you will be surprised by the changes you will see in your life.
A. You don’t have to be mean
B. Laughter has a lot of benefits
C. Don’t take yourself too seriously
D. Try to see your friends more often
E. Watch videos to help you correct your mistakes
F. In addition to these, laughing has a social function
G. Just discover what you like to play and have fun with it
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。
It was just an ordinary workday for Evoni Williams, an 18-year-old employee at Waffle House in La Marque, Texas. The place was ___21___, as usual, with a continuous ___22___ of customers coming in and out. Then, a 78-year-old customer reached out to her asking for help with his ___23___. The customer, who lived ___24___ from family support, had difficulty using his hands, so he was unable to cut his food.
Despite the restaurant being packed with customers and many tasks at hand, Evoni didn’t ___25___ -she helped the man. Little did she know that her act of kindness was ___26___ by another customer, Laura Wolf, who found the scene ___27___. Laura shared this heartwarming story online, and it quickly spread over the Internet, ___28___ the hearts of many.
What Evoni regarded as just a simple action was, in fact, a significant gesture that ___29___ her for a brighter future. Her kindness caught the attention of Texas Southern University, which awarded her with a $16,000 scholarship. It was reported that Evoni was working at the restaurant to raise money for ____30____, and the university’s recognition was absent from her ____31____, making it an unexpected blessing.
In an interview, Evoni said she did nothing ____32____. The thought has ____33____ that she’s really kind and that helping others is something she does ____34____ and something she’s used to. Nowadays, with everyone ____35____ their own tasks, Evoni’s action to stop and help stood out.
It makes sense that her kindness story resonated (引起共鸣) widely.
21. A. busy B. quiet C. dirty D. warm
22. A. gathering B. block C. series D. flow
23. A. hand B. food C. ticket D. card
24. A. distant B. different C. tired D. safe
25. A. answer B. worry C. hesitate D. promise
26. A. criticized B. stopped C. adapted D. noticed
27. A. incredible B. cruel C. upset D. desperate
28. A. confusing B. amusing C. touching D. frightening
29. A. labeled B. positioned C. caught D. entertained
30. A. restaurants B. charity C. students D. college
31. A. plans B. jobs C. stories D. trips
32. A. rude B. intelligent C. normal D. extraordinary
33. A. concluded B. proved C. found D. prepared
34. A. personally B. politely C. naturally D. gratefully
35. A. depending on B. focusing on C. appealing to D. learning about
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。
Tatyana is a Russian, and now lives in Canada. She and her husband, ___36___ is a businessman, and their two sons moved to Canada in 1998. She was appointed to a position in a science laboratory. And now Tatyana is ___37___ assistant professor at the University of Alberta.
At first, her greatest problem ___38___ (be) her poor English. Not being able to understand or express herself fully made it difficult for her ___39___ (take) her children to register at school, and she couldn’t give them the support they needed with their homework. All that soon changed, however. She learned to speak English in a quite unusual way, by ___40___ (join) Toastmasters International and paying close attention to the ___41___ (speech) that people made. She found it a very ___42___ (enjoy) experience.
Tatyana has always felt welcome in Canada, and that’s what ___43___ (make) it a special place for her. Tatyana says that she still loves Russia, but she also has a ___44___ (prefer) for Canada, in a different way. She feels great affection ____45____ respect for Canadians. Whenever she has a problem, there is always someone willing to help her.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你校英语社团将举办一场主题为“生活中的艺术”的演讲比赛。请你写一篇英语演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1.生活中有哪些艺术形式；
2.你对艺术的理解。
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。
Good morning, everyone!
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Thanks for listening.
第二节(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。
I teach high school history to a group of sixteen-to eighteen-year-olds. One particular student, Emily, is dangerously close to failing not only the entire course but the end-of-year exam. She must pass the course. Otherwise, she would have to repeat the entire year. That’s really a pity. She is the type of student who is incredibly bright, switched on and engaging. But she’s been hanging out with some naughty kids since her parents divorced. It was a group of students who didn’t love learning and just wanted to have fun every day.
This part of the story occurred just after a paper was due. The paper was meant to assess just how well the students knew the course material that we had covered before the end-of-year exam. I handed out everyone’s marked and graded paper except for Emily’s, who was sitting with her friend group.
Looking at Emily, I said to her in a peaceful voice, “Emily, when I dismiss everyone else, I want to see you privately, please.”
A collective “ooooooh” hissed around the class. Emily was obviously a little bit worried about what this might be. I dismissed the class and sat opposite Emily, her paper in my hand.
“So, how do you think you did on your paper ” I asked.
Emily replied, “It seems that I don’t get the material, right Why do you always —”. But I gently interrupted with a warm smile, “You don’t get it That’s strange.”
“Actually, Emily, you’ve surprised us all,” I said, turning the paper to reveal a big, fat A+ next to her name. “Because your paper perfectly summarized the issues we discussed this semester about class difference in the Victorian Era. Obviously, this is your area of expertise,” I explained.
Emily’s eyes widened in disbelief. “W-what ”
I continued, “Your paper was the highest-scoring one I’ve ever had. I’m completely serious.”
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Emily was obviously shocked.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
After this conversation I noticed a big change in Emily.
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答案版
考生注意：
1.本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
2.答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。
3.考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
4.本卷命题范围：至北师大版选择性必修第二册Unit5。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. In a cinema. B. In a library. C. In a restaurant.
2. What did the woman do last night
A. She took care of her mother.
B. She finished her homework.
C She went to see the doctor.
3. Why does the woman thank the man
A. He lent her some money.
B. He sent her to the Lost and Found.
C. He returned the money she had lost.
4. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Wait until tomorrow. B. Use her DVD instead.
C. Make a copy by himself.
5. Where had the woman planned to spend the summer
A. In China. B. In Canada. C. In the Philippines.
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 does the man take besides the Morning Post
A. The New Yorkers. B. Newsweek. C. New Scientists.
7. How much should the man pay in total
A. $1. B. $1.50. C. $3.50.
听第7 段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the man doing now
A. Having a class. B. Doing a survey. C. Buying a piece of newspaper.
9. Where does the woman usually get the news
A. From TV. B. From newspapers. C. From her cell phone.
听第8段材料，回答第10至 12题。
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Their travel plan. B. A TV program. C. The local weather.
11. What might the weather be like in Eastern England tomorrow evening
A. Snowy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
12. When will it be foggy in the southwest of England
A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening.
听第 9段材料，回答第13 至 16 题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Strangers. C. A couple.
14. How often does the man attend the boxing class
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
15. What’s the woman up to these days
A. Selling books. B. Playing in a rock band.
C. Attending a boxing class.
16. What does the woman think of her busy life
A. Interesting. B. Tiring. C. Surprising.
听第10段材料，回答第17 至 20题。
17. How many children are there in Lily’s family
A.2. B.3. C.4.
18. What was Lily before she came to London
A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A driver.
19. What did Lily experience when she first came to London
A. She met her old friends.
B. She was short of money.
C. She bought a good apartment.
20. What can we learn about Lily
A. She is already married.
B. She is confident of life.
C. Her sisters work in London.
听力答案 略
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
Women are such amazing beings and if you need a bit of inspiration to keep going, here are stories of inspiring women who made a mark on history!
Jane Austen (1775-1817)
She wrote about what life was like during the late 1700s and early 1800s through the books Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, and Emma. These books were released within just four years of each other. Two other books, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, were published after she died. Her face is now on the new 10 note, reminding us every day how much her books have affected us all.
Florence Nightingale (1820-1910)
She was born into a wealthy family, which disapproved of her entering the nursing profession. After receiving a letter from the Secretary of War who asked her to put together a team and look after British soldiers during the Crimen War, she moved to London. This was the first time that women were allowed to serve in the army. She went home as a hero and even received a thank-you letter from Queen Victoria. She left a legacy in healthcare in the war.
Marie Curie (1867-1934)
One of the most famous scientists of all time comes in the form of Marie Curie. Together with her fellow scientist and husband Pierre, she made amazing work on their discoveries. In1903, they received a Nobel Prize. She won another Nobel Prize in 1911, the first woman to do so. The Curies were the pair who made discoveries on radioactivity, which paved the way for the creation of X-rays.
Mother Teresa (1910-1997)
In September 2016, Mother Teresa was announced to be named as a Saint, which she deserves after her devotion to helping people in poverty. In 1929, she traveled to India and dedicated her whole life to helping poor people, especially in the Indian city of Kolkata. She received the Nobel Prize in 1979 and canceled the big dinner celebration. She then suggested giving all of the money to the poor people in Kolkata.
1. Why is the 10 note mentioned in the text
A. To increase readers’ interest in Jane Austen.
B. To show the value of Jane Austen’s face.
C. To make more people know about Jane Austen.
D. To highlight the recognition and impact of Jane Austen’s works.
2. Who made a mark on nursing
A. Jane Austen. B. Florence Nightingale.
C. Marie Curie. D. Mother Teresa.
3. What did Marie Curie and Mother Teresa have in common
A. They won Nobel Prize. B. They served in the army.
C. They gave all their belongings away. D. They worked for the poor.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A
B
When you think about who’s responsible for a city’s safety, what people come to mind Police officers, firefighters or emergency response teams Would you put your local meteorologist (气象预报员) in this group That’s the career Ashley Ruiz chose, and she’s now the first female chief meteorologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Ruiz predicts the weather for her community.
In 2020, a tornado hit Ruiz’s hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee — and, even closer to home, her house. So she said she knew what a lifesaving job this could be.
However, her job isn’t without difficulties. “Hearing people have been injured, like in a big hurricane, is really hard,” she said. “We try our best to predict the weather as best as we can, and we are getting better. But it can always change.”
Ruiz talked about the new and changing weather patterns. She said, “We are absolutely seeing changes in weather, with more intense and more frequent storms, which relate to climate change.” Weather is changing everywhere, as the planet warms. There are more frequent droughts, stronger storms, and increasing temperature changes. This makes predicting the weather difficult.
Ruiz always knew she was interested in weather and how it affected the world. But her path to a career in meteorology wasn’t easy. She said, “I struggled so hard with math and wanted to give up. But I kept pushing and working hard, and now I’m the first woman chief meteorologist in the Baton Rouge TV market. I’m proud of that.” She wants kids to know they should never give up on their education or their dreams.
4. Why was the disaster in Ruiz’s hometown mentioned in the text
A. To call on people to prepare for disasters.
B. To introduce Ruiz’s unusual childhood experience.
C. To offer a successful example of weather forecast.
D. To show Ruiz’s understanding of the work of a meteorologist.
5 What is a challenge of predicting the weather according to the text
A. Climate change. B. People’s injury.
C Poor technology. D. Lack of experience.
6. Which word can best describe Ruiz according to the last paragraph
A. Creative. B. Clever. C. Hard-working. D. World-famous.
7. In which section of a newspaper may the text appear
A. Sports. B. People. C. Education. D. Health.
【答案】4. D 5. A 6. C 7. B
C
People who have trouble walking often have a hard time enjoying the beach. But hundreds of beaches in Greece now offer a new way for people in wheelchairs to get into the water by themselves. It’s called Seatrac.
Seatrac is basically a chair on a moving ramp (轻便梯) that can smoothly carry a disabled person into the sea. Once in the sea, the person can either remain in the chair, enjoying the water or go for a swim. The Seatrac system can also help anyone else who has a hard time walking, including older people and pregnant women.
Seatrac was invented and developed in Greece. The idea for it came when one of the inventors, Ignatios Fotiou, was talking with a friend who used a wheelchair. The friend said he enjoyed the sea, but didn’t like having to be carried into the ocean as if he were a sack (袋) of potatoes.
Mr. Fotiou realized that there must be a way to make it easier for wheelchair users to get into the water. Mr. Fotiou worked with his partner and a professor at a Greek university to design the system. In time, they formed a company called TOBEA to build and sell it.
The company worked hard to make the system simple to put in place and easy to run. A wooden walkway allows wheelchair users to reach the Seatrac. The system is solar-powered. It doesn’t require outside power and can continue to run even if the electricity goes out. The Seatrac system can easily be packed up and stored when the swimming season ends.
This summer, the Seatrac system is being used at over 220 beaches in Greece, Cyprus, Italy and Latvia. TOBEA hopes to offer Seatrac in other countries soon.
The Seatrac service in Greece is being offered for free. The Greek government has helped pay for it, with local cities buying and managing the equipment. Greece’s government hopes that Seatrac will help attract more tourists to the country.
8. Who is Seatrac designed for
A. Older people who move freely.
B. Youths who like to swim in the sea.
C. Women who enjoy beach baths with their children.
D. People who have trouble moving around on the beach.
9. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. The system. B. Potato. C. Ramp. D. Normal wheelchair.
10. What can we learn about the Seatrac system
A. It’s not easy to operate.
B. Users don’t have to worry about charging it.
C. People need to have a big cost to use it in Greece.
D. It has been available at more than one thousand beaches.
11. Why does the Greek government help pay for the Seatrac service
A. To improve the government’s image.
B. To promote the development of tourism.
C. To set up an organization for the disabled.
D. To support small and medium-sized local companies.
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. B 11. B
D
In late June, the US government agreed to allow two companies, Upside Foods and Good Meat, to sell chicken meat that has been grown in a laboratory. That makes the US the second country to approve lab-grown chicken.
Unlike normal chicken meat, lab-grown meat isn’t created by raising and killing chickens. Instead, it’s a meat product developed from animal cells that are grown in a lab. So it is also called “cell-based” or “cultured” meat.
The process of creating lab-grown meat is completely different from the normal meat-raising process. The first cells come from live animals. The cells are grown inside large steel tanks, where they’re fed with everything they need to grow. In a few weeks, the cells grow to look like normal meat. The companies then form this meat into more familiar shapes.
The companies say that their meat is better for the environment than meat from animals.
Raising animals for food uses huge amounts of land and water. It also creates a lot of pollution. Raising animals for food creates about 15% of the world’s greenhouse gases. That’s why cutting back on eating meat is one of the easiest ways to fight climate change. Lab-grown meat can also help out in other ways. Raising animals for food is extremely hard on animals. They are often kept in small spaces and are treated badly.
Polls (民意调查) have shown that many people aren’t too interested in lab-grown meat. Lots of people believe that it just sounds weird. But Amy Chen, who works for Upside Foods, says that once people try the meat, “The most common response we get is, ‘Oh, it tastes like chicken.’”
But right now, the meat is far more expensive than meat from animals. Even though the companies have been approved, they have the huge challenge of figuring out how to make much more meat far more cheaply.
12. What can we know about lab-grown chicken meat
A. It is created from animal cells in a laboratory.
B. It is cheaper than the normal meat.
C. America is the first country to approve selling it.
D. Two companies are allowed to do research on it.
13. What is paragraph 5 mainly about
A. The necessity of eating normal meat.
B. The process of creating lab-grown meat.
C. The disadvantages of raising animals for food.
D. The similarities between lab-grown meat and normal meat.
14. What does the underlined word “weird” in paragraph 6 mean
A. Easy. B. Ordinary. C. Strange. D. Attractive.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Lab-grown Meat Is Outdated
B. What Exactly Is Lab-grown Meat
C. How Is the Lab-grown Chicken Made
D. Lab-grown Chicken Meat Is Coming
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. C 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。
When we are kids, we laugh a lot. But as we become adults, it is much more difficult to laugh so easily. Do you laugh too little in your life Do you remember how you used to laugh before, as a child
___16___ . It’s a great way to relax, not just on a purely emotional level, but also physically. It can reduce our blood pressure. It also contributes to the release of hormones (荷尔蒙) that are good for our health. ___17___ . It helps us feel more at ease around new people and also connects us with others.
Sometimes, you might feel like there is not much cause to laugh. Life can be tough. But laughter is, if not the best medicine, a good support to have for tough times and for good times as well. So you should allow yourself to laugh as you used to.
A good idea is to give yourself permission to play. Play is a natural activity that promotes a lot of laughter, whether it's through video games, outdoor games, or board games. ___18___ .
Laughter comes from being with others. ___19___ . Hang out with family members that are nice to be around, with whom you can have fun, laugh, and enjoy yourself. Give your time to those who can share your laughter.
More than anything, learn to develop humor. ___20___ . Laugh at your mistakes and learn to laugh at yourself. Then you will be surprised by the changes you will see in your life.
A. You don’t have to be mean
B. Laughter has a lot of benefits
C. Don’t take yourself too seriously
D. Try to see your friends more often
E. Watch videos to help you correct your mistakes
F. In addition to these, laughing has a social function
G. Just discover what you like to play and have fun with it
【答案】16. B 17. F 18. G 19. D 20. C
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。
It was just an ordinary workday for Evoni Williams, an 18-year-old employee at Waffle House in La Marque, Texas. The place was ___21___, as usual, with a continuous ___22___ of customers coming in and out. Then, a 78-year-old customer reached out to her asking for help with his ___23___. The customer, who lived ___24___ from family support, had difficulty using his hands, so he was unable to cut his food.
Despite the restaurant being packed with customers and many tasks at hand, Evoni didn’t ___25___ -she helped the man. Little did she know that her act of kindness was ___26___ by another customer, Laura Wolf, who found the scene ___27___. Laura shared this heartwarming story online, and it quickly spread over the Internet, ___28___ the hearts of many.
What Evoni regarded as just a simple action was, in fact, a significant gesture that ___29___ her for a brighter future. Her kindness caught the attention of Texas Southern University, which awarded her with a $16,000 scholarship. It was reported that Evoni was working at the restaurant to raise money for ____30____, and the university’s recognition was absent from her ____31____, making it an unexpected blessing.
In an interview, Evoni said she did nothing ____32____. The thought has ____33____ that she’s really kind and that helping others is something she does ____34____ and something she’s used to. Nowadays, with everyone ____35____ their own tasks, Evoni’s action to stop and help stood out.
It makes sense that her kindness story resonated (引起共鸣) widely.
21. A. busy B. quiet C. dirty D. warm
22. A. gathering B. block C. series D. flow
23. A. hand B. food C. ticket D. card
24. A. distant B. different C. tired D. safe
25. A. answer B. worry C. hesitate D. promise
26. A. criticized B. stopped C. adapted D. noticed
27. A. incredible B. cruel C. upset D. desperate
28. A. confusing B. amusing C. touching D. frightening
29. A. labeled B. positioned C. caught D. entertained
30. A. restaurants B. charity C. students D. college
31. A. plans B. jobs C. stories D. trips
32. A. rude B. intelligent C. normal D. extraordinary
33. A. concluded B. proved C. found D. prepared
34. A. personally B. politely C. naturally D. gratefully
35. A. depending on B. focusing on C. appealing to D. learning about
【答案】21. A 22. D 23. B 24. A 25. C 26. D 27. A 28. C 29. B 30. D 31. A 32. D 33. B 34. C 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。
Tatyana is a Russian, and now lives in Canada. She and her husband, ___36___ is a businessman, and their two sons moved to Canada in 1998. She was appointed to a position in a science laboratory. And now Tatyana is ___37___ assistant professor at the University of Alberta.
At first, her greatest problem ___38___ (be) her poor English. Not being able to understand or express herself fully made it difficult for her ___39___ (take) her children to register at school, and she couldn’t give them the support they needed with their homework. All that soon changed, however. She learned to speak English in a quite unusual way, by ___40___ (join) Toastmasters International and paying close attention to the ___41___ (speech) that people made. She found it a very ___42___ (enjoy) experience.
Tatyana has always felt welcome in Canada, and that’s what ___43___ (make) it a special place for her. Tatyana says that she still loves Russia, but she also has a ___44___ (prefer) for Canada, in a different way. She feels great affection ____45____ respect for Canadians. Whenever she has a problem, there is always someone willing to help her.
【答案】36. who
37. an 38. was
39. to take
40. joining
41. speeches
42. enjoyable
43. makes 44. preference
45. and
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你校英语社团将举办一场主题为“生活中的艺术”的演讲比赛。请你写一篇英语演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1.生活中有哪些艺术形式；
2.你对艺术的理解。
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。
Good morning, everyone!
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thanks for listening.
【答案】Good morning, everyone!
In our daily lives, art takes many forms. We see it in paintings that decorate our walls, in the music that fills our ears, and in the dance that moves our souls. Even the way we arrange flowers or design our clothes can be considered art. It’s everywhere, making our world more colorful and lively.
To me, art is not just something to look at or listen to; it’s a way of expressing feelings and thoughts that words sometimes can’t. When I create art, I feel free to be myself and share my inner world with others. Art makes life richer and more meaningful.
Thanks for listening.
第二节(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。
I teach high school history to a group of sixteen-to eighteen-year-olds. One particular student, Emily, is dangerously close to failing not only the entire course but the end-of-year exam. She must pass the course. Otherwise, she would have to repeat the entire year. That’s really a pity. She is the type of student who is incredibly bright, switched on and engaging. But she’s been hanging out with some naughty kids since her parents divorced. It was a group of students who didn’t love learning and just wanted to have fun every day.
This part of the story occurred just after a paper was due. The paper was meant to assess just how well the students knew the course material that we had covered before the end-of-year exam. I handed out everyone’s marked and graded paper except for Emily’s, who was sitting with her friend group.
Looking at Emily, I said to her in a peaceful voice, “Emily, when I dismiss everyone else, I want to see you privately, please.”
A collective “ooooooh” hissed around the class. Emily was obviously a little bit worried about what this might be. I dismissed the class and sat opposite Emily, her paper in my hand.
“So, how do you think you did on your paper ” I asked.
Emily replied, “It seems that I don’t get the material, right Why do you always —”. But I gently interrupted with a warm smile, “You don’t get it That’s strange.”
“Actually, Emily, you’ve surprised us all,” I said, turning the paper to reveal a big, fat A+ next to her name. “Because your paper perfectly summarized the issues we discussed this semester about class difference in the Victorian Era. Obviously, this is your area of expertise,” I explained.
Emily’s eyes widened in disbelief. “W-what ”
I continued, “Your paper was the highest-scoring one I’ve ever had. I’m completely serious.”
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Emily was obviously shocked
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After this conversation, I noticed a big change in Emily.
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【答案】范文
Emily was obviously shocked. Her mouth dropped open, and her hands instinctively reached for the paper I was still holding. Her eyes scanned the grade, then looked back at me in astonishment. “But, Mr. ..., I mean, I didn’t even think I passed!” she stammered. I could see the wheels turning in her mind, processing the unexpected praise and the grade that didn’t align with her self-perception. Her face slowly lit up with a mix of disbelief and joy, as if she was seeing a new possibility for herself.
After this conversation, I noticed a big change in Emily. She started coming to class earlier, actively participating in discussions, and even initiating conversations about historical topics outside of class. Her grades soared, and she became a model student for her peers. The influence of her previous friend group seemed to diminish as she found new, like-minded friends who valued education and personal growth. Emily’s transformation was nothing short of remarkable, a testament to the power of positive reinforcement and the belief in one’s potential. She not only passed the course but excelled, proving that with the right guidance and support, even the most troubled students can shine.
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