广西2024-2025学年高三上学期10月月考英语试题（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

2024-2025学年广西高三上学期10月月考英语试题
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. When is Jessica's birthday
A. December 31st. B. October 1st. C. January 1st.
2. Which room had the woman moved to the week before
A. Room 201. B. Room 210. C. Room 304.
3. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a restaurant. B. In a bank. C. In a hotel.
4. Why is the woman leaving work early
A. To post a package.
B. To pick up her colleague.
C. To take her mother to the clinic.
5. How much did the woman pay for her cap
A. Ten dollars. B. Forty dollars. C. Fifty dollars.
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 do the speakers want to do
A. Go around the city. B. Find a hotel to live in. C. Find something to eat.
7. What will the speakers buy
A. A book. B. A map. C. A snack.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman ask the man to do
A. Throw a birthday party.
B. Buy her mother a birthday present.
C. Help her choose a birthday present.
9. What is being held in the Zhong Yong Department Store
A. Spring sales. B. Summer sales. C. Winter sales.
10. What does the man want to get for himself
A. A T- shirt. B. A pair of shoes. C. A pair of pants.
听第8段材料，回答第11 至 13题。
11. How does the woman usually go to work
A. By car. B. By bike. C. By bus.
12. What does the woman suggest improving about the bus
A. The ticket price. B. The arrival time. C. The comfort level.
13. What do we know about the bus service
A. The drivers are impolite.
B. There are too many old buses.
C. The buses are dirty on the way home.
听第9段材料，回答第14 至 17题。
14. When does the conversation probably take place
A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening.
15. What does Rose do
A. A businesswoman. B. A lawyer. C. A researcher.
16. How does Rose get the information for her study
A. By conducting interviews.
B. By using online library files.
C. By visiting different libraries.
17. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. The man's company. B. The weather information. C. The woman's work.
听第10段材料，回答第18 至 20题。
18. How long will the Chelford summer festival last
A. One day. B. Two days. C. Three days.
19. Who will open the festival
A. A famous singer. B. A well- known actress. C. A radio hostess.
20. Which of the following is the prize available at the quiz night
A. Free airline tickets to London.
B. Free membership of the sports club.
C. Two free weekends in a grand hotel.
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
Popular Destinations in China
Dali in Yunnan Province
With the premiere of a TV play earlier last year, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture in southwest China’s Yunnan Province appeared as a very popular tourism destination. The play was filmed in Dali, showing some main places such as Dali Ancient Town, Shaxi Ancient Town and Xizhou Town. During the Spring Festival holiday, Dali received several million tourists, marking a remarkable increase compared to the previous year.
Jiangmen in Guangdong Province
Thanks to the success of a hit show, Jiangmen in Guangdong Province became a famous tourism destination last year. As the hometown for many overseas Chinese, the city is well-known for its historical and cultural streets, featuring South Asian architecture and wide varieties of snacks, which attract tourists and TV fans. It recorded more than three million trips, and the trips created several billion yuan of tourism income for the city.
Qingdao in Shandong Province
One of the most popular films during last year’s Spring Festival was a science fiction film about the Earth. Interestingly, you may not know that 90 percent of the film was actually shot in Qingdao City of East China’s Shandong Province. For science fiction fans or film lovers, visiting Qingdao to explore the filming places has become popular.
Taiyuan Ancient County in Shanxi Province
A comedy film during last year’s Spring Festival shot in the Taiyuan Ancient County in Shanxi has caused a stir. The film was inspired by a famous poem and general in the Southern Song Dynasty (1127 — 1279). From January 21 to January 31, the county saw a flood of over 400,000 tourists, a great rise compared to about 180,000 visitors during the last Spring Festival holiday.
1. Where is the TV play mentioned in paragraph 1 mainly shot
A. In some ancient towns. B. In some historical counties.
C. In southwest China’s cities. D. In south China’s provinces.
2. How is Jiangmen different from the other three destinations
A. It is a popular attraction.
B. It was first built by overseas Chinese.
C. It received the most tourists this year.
D. It is the root of many Chinese living abroad.
3. Which of the following drives the popularity of the last two destinations
A. Poems. B. Films. C. A general. D. An explorer.
B
At the end of a perfect July afternoon in 2016, Raymond awoke from an accident only to find that he’d damaged his neck and could no longer walk or fully use his hands.
But that’s just the beginning of Raymond’s story. A year later, frustrated with the lack of rehab (康复) resources available for people like himself in New Orleans, the former broadcast engineer decided that his hometown needed an adaptive gym to cater for those with injuries and disabilities. Based on the need, Raymond financed the establishment of Split Second Fitness in 2021, with specially designed workout equipment and therapy programs that allow clients to grow stronger without the aim of making money.
The inspiration for Split Second Fitness came to Raymond as he spent three months at a state-of-the-art rehab center in Sacramento, which redefined his understanding of recovery. “I knew I had to get back home and figure out how to do that,” says the natural-born net-worker, who spent three years raising funds and learning how to run an organization.
Seated bikes help move disabled users’ legs; yoga instructors help stroke survivors increase flexibility and range of motion; mental health experts facilitate the hard transition to a new way of living. “Anybody’s life can change in a split second like mine did,” explains Raymond.“ What our organization is really centered around is ‘How do we give you hope ’ and ‘How can we help you transform that hope into action steps for you to create a better tomorrow ’”
“The aim is to increase the quality of life of those with a disability,” he says.“ Because if I can give you something to look forward to, it will help you get out of the painful process and help you get back on track to a happy and healthy life.” Raymond, who insists he’s just getting started, says that he plans to open similar gyms across the nation. “I want to be remembered as someone who moved the needle on disability advocacy issues.”
4. Which statement fits Split Second Fitness
A It is open to everyone.
B. It is made up of many gyms.
C. It is funded by TV programs.
D. It is run on a non-profit basis.
5. What inspired Raymond to set up Split Second Fitness
A. A live broadcast.
B. A rehab experience.
C. A request from a fitness center.
D. A suggestion from a former workmate.
6. What can we learn about Split Second Fitness from paragraph 4
A. Its goal and mission. B. Its facilities and staff.
C. Its background and change. D. Its challenges and difficulties.
7. What is the best title for the text
A. Life with a Disability: a Painful Process
B. Hope in Motion: a Road to Self-discovery
C. Gyms: Making You Healthier and Stronger
D. Instructors: Helping You Get Back on Track
C
Primary testing of a newly developed AI-enhanced blood test has shown promise in being able to accurately determine the potential of someone’s developing Parkinson’s disease (帕金森病) in the coming years. In research published last week, a team of scientists in Europe identified eight blood-based biomarkers that might alert doctors to a high potential for Parkinson’s disease development in a patient — up to seven years before symptoms appear.
The test, while still in its early stages, offers hope for a disorder that has no cure and affects nearly nine million people worldwide. At present, the treatment for Parkinson’s disease tends to be reactive and focused on stopping symptoms from getting worse, which include shaking movements, slow movements, stiffness and a loss of balance, after a diagnosis (诊断) is made. “We need to get to people before they develop symptoms. It’s always better to do prevention rather than cure,” senior author Kevin Mills says. With this goal in mind, the team began their work by collecting blood samples from 99 people who have Parkinson’s disease and 36 people who don’t. Analyzing a selection of 70 percent of these samples, a machine learning algorithm (算法) identified eight proteins that appeared in different concentrations in the blood of those with the disease.
This pattern could provide a diagnosis with 100 percent accuracy, according to a statement from University College London. In a follow- up evaluation, the algorithm was given the remaining 30 percent of blood samples that it hadn’t been trained on — 30 from people currently with Parkinson’s disease and 11 from people without it. The tool aced the test, correctly diagnosing every patient. “This means that drug treatment could potentially be given at an earlier stage, which could possibly slow down disease progression or even prevent it from occurring,” Michael Bartl, the co-first author of the study, says.
“We’ve seen significant progress in the development of exciting new tests for Parkinson’s disease in the last year alone,” Katherine Fletcher, research communications leader says. “We anticipate that these new tests will start being used within the next few years.”
8. What can the new blood test do for Parkinson’s disease
A. Predict its likelihood. B. Relieve its symptoms.
C. Identify its initial causes. D. Determine its treatment plan.
9. What do we know about the current treatment for Parkinson’s disease
A. It is mainly preventive. B. It is on symptom control.
C. It is effective in complete cure. D. It is mainly based on early diagnosis.
10. What does the underlined phrase “aced the test” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Needed a new test. B. Became a failed test.
C Performed well in the test. D. Showed weaknesses in the test.
11. What does Katherine Fletcher think of the new blood test for Parkinson’s disease
A. It is puzzling. B. It is doubtful. C. It is promising. D. It is interesting.
D
Last September, Fernando Trujillo first received frightening news from Brazil’s Lago de Tefé via phone calls from his colleagues and fellow scientists, who were in a state of panic. The uncontrolled 2023 summer had been heating the Amazonia lake to temperatures far beyond anything previously recorded, and as they had feared, something was now happening to the pink river dolphins. “Three dead dolphins,” Trujillo remembers. “Then five dead dolphins. Then 20 dead dolphins. Then 70 dead dolphins, in one day.”
For Trujillo, a Colombian marine biologist and National Geographic explorer who has become a global advocate for river dolphins, the Tefé disaster must be understood as both a tragedy and a much needed lesson in the vulnerability (脆弱性) of these freshwater ambassadors. Over just a few days, 157 dolphins — 10 percent of the lake’s population — died in that overheated water, whose temperature pushed above 102 °F. The exact cause was still under investigation two months later, but heat stress seemed the likeliest explanation.
Trujillo thinks that the sudden attention to the mass deaths may help people grasp other threats — habitat loss poisoned waters, overfishing and killing — that end anger river dolphins in all 14 countries where they’re found. He has been committed to the work ever since he was a university student. At that time, the respectable oceanographer Jacques Cousteau visited his class. “I asked him what would be important to study. And he said, ‘Dolphins. It was kind of like an order,'” Trujillo says.
As part of the Perpetual Planet Amazon Expedition, a series of scientific research projects spanning the Amazon River Basin, Trujillo is also helping coordinate international conservation commitments like the Global Declaration for River Dolphins. “And the main point is that it’s not just about the dolphins,” he says. “It’s about the rivers, and the 1.5 billion people living there. The dolphins, for me, are connecting the general public to all the problems in the region. And the general public is listening.”
12. What is the tone of Trujillo as he recalls in paragraph 1
A. Alarmed. B. Appreciative. C. Carefree. D. Critical.
13. How many pink river dolphins survived in the Amazonia lake according to paragraph 2
A. 157. B. 167. C. 1,413. D. 1,570.
14. What does paragraph 3 mainly say about Trujillo
A. His admiration for Jacques Cousteau.
B. His confusion about Jacques Cousteau’s order.
C. His work highlighting threats to river dolphins.
D. His research identifying threats across 14 countries.
15. What does Trujillo intend to do in the last paragraph
A. Declare his scientific findings.
B. Announce his research problems.
C. Win public recognition for his research.
D. Raise people’s environmental awareness.
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 you think of creativity, you might picture an artist at work on a big project. Perhaps you imagine someone spending hours painting a canvas, crafting a beautiful pot out of clay or composing a powerful piece of poetry. These can all be worthwhile and enjoyable pursuits. ____16____ And they are no less valuable. Here’s how to weave more of them into your day.
Sing a song This can be as simple as singing along to a favorite song. Pay attention to how the song makes you feel and what it’s like to use your voice. Sing like no one is listening — allow yourself to let go and fully enjoy the melodies. ____17____
Take a picture. ____18____ Take photos of objects, people and scenes that make you happy or that you’ re grateful for, trying to take them in different styles. Print out your favorites to decorate your room.
Experiment in the kitchen. If you feel capable, you could design your own recipe, but using other people’s recipes is just as good. ____19____ Once you feel confident enough, you can show off your cookery skills by inviting your family or friends to try some of your creations.
____20____ It’s probably best to start with items of clothing that you don’t wear anymore, so dig out your old T-shirt and turn it into something new that suits your preferences. Maybe keep the scissors away from a treasured top! Use fabric pens to draw designs or embroider (刺绣) a pattern with coloured threads on your old clothes.
A. Tailor your clothing.
B. Develop your preferences.
C. You can set yourself a shooting theme.
D. A picture takes control of your different feelings.
E. Embrace the joy of singing and let your voice add a unique touch.
F. You can always add some more food ingredients to make it your own.
G. However, there are many minor creative activities that easily go unrecognized.
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。
When a teenager, Jimmy Amisial, was volunteering at an orphanage (孤儿院) during his holiday, he heard a baby crying. He expected to see a caregiver ____21____ the baby, but he quickly realized the ____22____ was coming from a room where the baby seemed to be ill. Everyone had a lot to do. They were obviously ____23____ at the moment.
Jimmy immediately took ____24____. He gently picked up the baby, comforting him, and then ____25____ him to the caregivers who had just finished the last thing. They kept calming him before seeking ____26____ attention. They contacted the authorities to ____27____ the problem. Jimmy was relieved that the baby got timely ____28____.
Somehow, Jimmy felt a special connection with the baby. Back home, he asked his parents if they could consider ____29____ him. “I found a cute baby at the orphanage. Can we make him part of our family ” Jimmy asked. His parents were ____30____ surprised, but hearing his heartfelt reasons, they said they were ____31____ to go through the legal process to bring the baby into their family.
“Watching the baby ____32____ up is rewarding — I can see him, together with Jimmy, develop into an adult. I’m glad we got the opportunity to ____33____ his life from being at the orphanage to being part of our family,” said Jimmy’s mom.
Jimmy was trying to ____34____ his studies and responsibilities of caring for his baby brother. Despite the challenges, he did both perfectly. His act of ____35____ brought endless happiness to the baby and the family.
21. A. attending to B. referring to C. bringing up D. waking up
22. A. laughter B. complaint C. noise D. greeting
23. A. open- minded B. level- headed C. self- centered D. short- handed
24. A. cover B. action C. issue D. advantage
25. A. guided B. introduced C. drew D. took
26. A. medical B. visual C. financial D. spiritual
27. A. seek B. understand C. settle D. update
28. A. reminder B. treatment C. recognition D. bonus
29. A. adopting B. comforting C. observing D. educating
30. A. still B. never C. permanently D. initially
31. A. hesitant B. upset C. willing D. curious
32 A. grow B. dress C. make D. blow
33. A. know B. change C. admire D. pursue
34. A. overlook B. confuse C. admit D. balance
35. A. discipline B. integrity C. goodness D. independence
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。
The Zhuang people, the largest ethnic minority in China, ____36____ (primary) live in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Their rich cultural heritage promotes health and well-being, both physically ____37____ mentally.
One notable aspect of Zhuang culture is their traditional songs and dances, particularly the Zhuang folk song and bronze drum dance. These cultural ____38____ (expression) are not only artistic but also maintain physical fitness and mental well-being. The dances, through ____39____ people can improve coordination and heart health, involve detailed footwork and rhythmic movements. Participating in these activities can ____40____ (strength) social bonds and foster a sense of community.
Another significant tradition is the Zhuang people’s dietary habits. Their cuisine usually ____41____ (use) fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, ____42____ vegetables, grains and herbs. Zhuang-style zongzi for the Dragon Boat Festival is a traditional dish with deep cultural significance. ____43____ (wrap) in bamboo leaves, the rice-based food is often filled with ingredients mainly including green beans and pork. It is made to honor the ancient Chinese poet Qu Yuan. This dish symbolizes respect for cultural heritage and the importance of family unity.
In conclusion, the Zhuang people’s traditional culture in Guangxi is a vibrant tapestry (织锦) of practices that aim ____44____ (promote) a healthy and positive lifestyle. Through songs, dances, diets and festivals, they attach importance to maintaining physical health, developing ____45____ (society) connections and celebrating life’s joys.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假定你是校学生会主席李华，上周五，你组织学生会成员接待了来自新西兰的交换生并举办了欢迎活动。请你给你的外国朋友James写一封邮件，分享这次经历，内容包括：
1. 活动安排；
2. 你的感受。
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。
Dear James,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
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。
From a young age, Ella understood the treating power of art. Now, she is the organizer of a charity, a nonprofit organization that supplies art kits to children in need.
The story goes back to when Ella watched her parents give back to the community. Inspired by her parents’ kindness, she wished to do her part too. At her 10th birthday party, many guests brought her presents, from which she chose art supplies for children at a homeless shelter.
“ The outpouring of positivity was grand,” Ella recalled during a video interview. “ The children were so happy.”
Why did Ella give art supplies to those children She explained her thinking to a news reporter. When she was eight years old, her grandpa was ill in hospital. At the suggestion of her grandma, she made a drawing that expressed her feelings.“ When I showed the picture of a warm family scene to my grandpa, he felt better,” Ella told the reporter. “ That gave me comfort and made me feel happier too. I realized every kid should have access to art.”
Ella kept studying and learning to draw. She finally entered an art college. After graduation, she spent years setting up her charitable organization, which numerous art donations flooded into. She began to accept them and handed out thousands of art supplies to children at home and abroad. Whether it was through mailing the art supplies, personally delivering them or setting up art cabinets (橱柜) in local communities, Ella made sure children had access to the tools of creativity. The art cabinets allowed individuals to take supplies and donate them freely. Thanks to Ella’s charity, lots of children could better express their feelings through artistic creativity.
Ella believed art treatment could help suffering children. She planned to broaden her mission. “I want to not only show them how to use the art supplies as a powerful tool but also teach them to create art for their recovery,” she said. So together with volunteers, she taught those children in need art for free, and she decided to let booksellers know more about her charity and publish books of the children's drawings.
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。
With volunteers’ help, Ella had an exhibition of the children’s paintings.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Now, Ella has started to organize art classes for children.
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答案版
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. When is Jessica's birthday
A. December 31st. B. October 1st. C. January 1st.
2. Which room had the woman moved to the week before
A. Room 201. B. Room 210. C. Room 304.
3. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a restaurant. B. In a bank. C. In a hotel.
4. Why is the woman leaving work early
A. To post a package.
B. To pick up her colleague.
C. To take her mother to the clinic.
5. How much did the woman pay for her cap
A. Ten dollars. B. Forty dollars. C. Fifty dollars.
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 do the speakers want to do
A. Go around the city. B. Find a hotel to live in. C. Find something to eat.
7. What will the speakers buy
A. A book. B. A map. C. A snack.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman ask the man to do
A. Throw a birthday party.
B. Buy her mother a birthday present.
C. Help her choose a birthday present.
9. What is being held in the Zhong Yong Department Store
A. Spring sales. B. Summer sales. C. Winter sales.
10. What does the man want to get for himself
A. A T- shirt. B. A pair of shoes. C. A pair of pants.
听第8段材料，回答第11 至 13题。
11. How does the woman usually go to work
A. By car. B. By bike. C. By bus.
12. What does the woman suggest improving about the bus
A. The ticket price. B. The arrival time. C. The comfort level.
13. What do we know about the bus service
A. The drivers are impolite.
B. There are too many old buses.
C. The buses are dirty on the way home.
听第9段材料，回答第14 至 17题。
14. When does the conversation probably take place
A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening.
15. What does Rose do
A. A businesswoman. B. A lawyer. C. A researcher.
16. How does Rose get the information for her study
A. By conducting interviews.
B. By using online library files.
C. By visiting different libraries.
17. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. The man's company. B. The weather information. C. The woman's work.
听第10段材料，回答第18 至 20题。
18. How long will the Chelford summer festival last
A. One day. B. Two days. C. Three days.
19. Who will open the festival
A. A famous singer. B. A well- known actress. C. A radio hostess.
20. Which of the following is the prize available at the quiz night
A. Free airline tickets to London.
B. Free membership of the sports club.
C. Two free weekends in a grand hotel.
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
Popular Destinations in China
Dali in Yunnan Province
With the premiere of a TV play earlier last year, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture in southwest China’s Yunnan Province appeared as a very popular tourism destination. The play was filmed in Dali, showing some main places such as Dali Ancient Town, Shaxi Ancient Town and Xizhou Town. During the Spring Festival holiday, Dali received several million tourists, marking a remarkable increase compared to the previous year.
Jiangmen in Guangdong Province
Thanks to the success of a hit show, Jiangmen in Guangdong Province became a famous tourism destination last year. As the hometown for many overseas Chinese, the city is well-known for its historical and cultural streets, featuring South Asian architecture and wide varieties of snacks, which attract tourists and TV fans. It recorded more than three million trips, and the trips created several billion yuan of tourism income for the city.
Qingdao in Shandong Province
One of the most popular films during last year’s Spring Festival was a science fiction film about the Earth. Interestingly, you may not know that 90 percent of the film was actually shot in Qingdao City of East China’s Shandong Province. For science fiction fans or film lovers, visiting Qingdao to explore the filming places has become popular.
Taiyuan Ancient County in Shanxi Province
A comedy film during last year’s Spring Festival shot in the Taiyuan Ancient County in Shanxi has caused a stir. The film was inspired by a famous poem and general in the Southern Song Dynasty (1127 — 1279). From January 21 to January 31, the county saw a flood of over 400,000 tourists, a great rise compared to about 180,000 visitors during the last Spring Festival holiday.
1. Where is the TV play mentioned in paragraph 1 mainly shot
A. In some ancient towns. B. In some historical counties.
C. In southwest China’s cities. D. In south China’s provinces.
2. How is Jiangmen different from the other three destinations
A. It is a popular attraction.
B. It was first built by overseas Chinese.
C. It received the most tourists this year.
D. It is the root of many Chinese living abroad.
3. Which of the following drives the popularity of the last two destinations
A. Poems. B. Films. C. A general. D. An explorer.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B
B
At the end of a perfect July afternoon in 2016, Raymond awoke from an accident only to find that he’d damaged his neck and could no longer walk or fully use his hands.
But that’s just the beginning of Raymond’s story. A year later, frustrated with the lack of rehab (康复) resources available for people like himself in New Orleans, the former broadcast engineer decided that his hometown needed an adaptive gym to cater for those with injuries and disabilities. Based on the need, Raymond financed the establishment of Split Second Fitness in 2021, with specially designed workout equipment and therapy programs that allow clients to grow stronger without the aim of making money.
The inspiration for Split Second Fitness came to Raymond as he spent three months at a state-of-the-art rehab center in Sacramento, which redefined his understanding of recovery. “I knew I had to get back home and figure out how to do that,” says the natural-born net-worker, who spent three years raising funds and learning how to run an organization.
Seated bikes help move disabled users’ legs; yoga instructors help stroke survivors increase flexibility and range of motion; mental health experts facilitate the hard transition to a new way of living. “Anybody’s life can change in a split second like mine did,” explains Raymond.“ What our organization is really centered around is ‘How do we give you hope ’ and ‘How can we help you transform that hope into action steps for you to create a better tomorrow ’”
“The aim is to increase the quality of life of those with a disability,” he says.“ Because if I can give you something to look forward to, it will help you get out of the painful process and help you get back on track to a happy and healthy life.” Raymond, who insists he’s just getting started, says that he plans to open similar gyms across the nation. “I want to be remembered as someone who moved the needle on disability advocacy issues.”
4. Which statement fits Split Second Fitness
A. It is open to everyone.
B It is made up of many gyms.
C. It is funded by TV programs.
D. It is run on a non-profit basis.
5. What inspired Raymond to set up Split Second Fitness
A. A live broadcast.
B. A rehab experience.
C. A request from a fitness center.
D. A suggestion from a former workmate.
6. What can we learn about Split Second Fitness from paragraph 4
A. Its goal and mission. B. Its facilities and staff.
C. Its background and change. D. Its challenges and difficulties.
7. What is the best title for the text
A. Life with a Disability: a Painful Process
B. Hope in Motion: a Road to Self-discovery
C. Gyms: Making You Healthier and Stronger
D. Instructors: Helping You Get Back on Track
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. B
C
Primary testing of a newly developed AI-enhanced blood test has shown promise in being able to accurately determine the potential of someone’s developing Parkinson’s disease (帕金森病) in the coming years. In research published last week, a team of scientists in Europe identified eight blood-based biomarkers that might alert doctors to a high potential for Parkinson’s disease development in a patient — up to seven years before symptoms appear.
The test, while still in its early stages, offers hope for a disorder that has no cure and affects nearly nine million people worldwide. At present, the treatment for Parkinson’s disease tends to be reactive and focused on stopping symptoms from getting worse, which include shaking movements, slow movements, stiffness and a loss of balance, after a diagnosis (诊断) is made. “We need to get to people before they develop symptoms. It’s always better to do prevention rather than cure,” senior author Kevin Mills says. With this goal in mind, the team began their work by collecting blood samples from 99 people who have Parkinson’s disease and 36 people who don’t. Analyzing a selection of 70 percent of these samples, a machine learning algorithm (算法) identified eight proteins that appeared in different concentrations in the blood of those with the disease.
This pattern could provide a diagnosis with 100 percent accuracy, according to a statement from University College London. In a follow- up evaluation, the algorithm was given the remaining 30 percent of blood samples that it hadn’t been trained on — 30 from people currently with Parkinson’s disease and 11 from people without it. The tool aced the test, correctly diagnosing every patient. “This means that drug treatment could potentially be given at an earlier stage, which could possibly slow down disease progression or even prevent it from occurring,” Michael Bartl, the co-first author of the study, says.
“We’ve seen significant progress in the development of exciting new tests for Parkinson’s disease in the last year alone,” Katherine Fletcher, research communications leader says. “We anticipate that these new tests will start being used within the next few years.”
8. What can the new blood test do for Parkinson’s disease
A. Predict its likelihood. B. Relieve its symptoms.
C. Identify its initial causes. D. Determine its treatment plan.
9. What do we know about the current treatment for Parkinson’s disease
A. It is mainly preventive. B. It is on symptom control.
C. It is effective in complete cure. D. It is mainly based on early diagnosis.
10. What does the underlined phrase “aced the test” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Needed a new test. B. Became a failed test.
C. Performed well in the test. D. Showed weaknesses in the test.
11. What does Katherine Fletcher think of the new blood test for Parkinson’s disease
A. It is puzzling. B. It is doubtful. C. It is promising. D. It is interesting.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. C 11. C
D
Last September, Fernando Trujillo first received frightening news from Brazil’s Lago de Tefé via phone calls from his colleagues and fellow scientists, who were in a state of panic. The uncontrolled 2023 summer had been heating the Amazonia lake to temperatures far beyond anything previously recorded, and as they had feared, something was now happening to the pink river dolphins. “Three dead dolphins,” Trujillo remembers. “Then five dead dolphins. Then 20 dead dolphins. Then 70 dead dolphins, in one day.”
For Trujillo, a Colombian marine biologist and National Geographic explorer who has become a global advocate for river dolphins, the Tefé disaster must be understood as both a tragedy and a much needed lesson in the vulnerability (脆弱性) of these freshwater ambassadors. Over just a few days, 157 dolphins — 10 percent of the lake’s population — died in that overheated water, whose temperature pushed above 102 °F. The exact cause was still under investigation two months later, but heat stress seemed the likeliest explanation.
Trujillo thinks that the sudden attention to the mass deaths may help people grasp other threats — habitat loss, poisoned waters, overfishing and killing — that end anger river dolphins in all 14 countries where they’re found. He has been committed to the work ever since he was a university student. At that time, the respectable oceanographer Jacques Cousteau visited his class. “I asked him what would be important to study. And he said, ‘Dolphins. It was kind of like an order,'” Trujillo says.
As part of the Perpetual Planet Amazon Expedition, a series of scientific research projects spanning the Amazon River Basin, Trujillo is also helping coordinate international conservation commitments like the Global Declaration for River Dolphins. “And the main point is that it’s not just about the dolphins,” he says. “It’s about the rivers, and the 1.5 billion people living there. The dolphins, for me, are connecting the general public to all the problems in the region. And the general public is listening.”
12. What is the tone of Trujillo as he recalls in paragraph 1
A. Alarmed. B. Appreciative. C. Carefree. D. Critical.
13. How many pink river dolphins survived in the Amazonia lake according to paragraph 2
A. 157. B. 167. C. 1,413. D. 1,570.
14. What does paragraph 3 mainly say about Trujillo
A. His admiration for Jacques Cousteau.
B. His confusion about Jacques Cousteau’s order.
C. His work highlighting threats to river dolphins.
D. His research identifying threats across 14 countries.
15. What does Trujillo intend to do in the last paragraph
A. Declare his scientific findings.
B. Announce his research problems.
C. Win public recognition for his research.
D. Raise people’s environmental awareness.
【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 you think of creativity, you might picture an artist at work on a big project. Perhaps you imagine someone spending hours painting a canvas, crafting a beautiful pot out of clay or composing a powerful piece of poetry. These can all be worthwhile and enjoyable pursuits. ____16____ And they are no less valuable. Here’s how to weave more of them into your day.
Sing a song. This can be as simple as singing along to a favorite song. Pay attention to how the song makes you feel and what it’s like to use your voice. Sing like no one is listening — allow yourself to let go and fully enjoy the melodies. ____17____
Take a picture. ____18____ Take photos of objects, people and scenes that make you happy or that you’ re grateful for, trying to take them in different styles. Print out your favorites to decorate your room.
Experiment in the kitchen. If you feel capable, you could design your own recipe, but using other people’s recipes is just as good. ____19____ Once you feel confident enough, you can show off your cookery skills by inviting your family or friends to try some of your creations.
____20____ It’s probably best to start with items of clothing that you don’t wear anymore, so dig out your old T-shirt and turn it into something new that suits your preferences. Maybe keep the scissors away from a treasured top! Use fabric pens to draw designs or embroider (刺绣) a pattern with coloured threads on your old clothes.
A. Tailor your clothing.
B. Develop your preferences.
C. You can set yourself a shooting theme.
D. A picture takes control of your different feelings.
E. Embrace the joy of singing and let your voice add a unique touch.
F. You can always add some more food ingredients to make it your own.
G. However, there are many minor creative activities that easily go unrecognized.
【答案】16. G 17. E 18. C 19. F 20. A
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。
When a teenager, Jimmy Amisial, was volunteering at an orphanage (孤儿院) during his holiday, he heard a baby crying. He expected to see a caregiver ____21____ the baby, but he quickly realized the ____22____ was coming from a room where the baby seemed to be ill. Everyone had a lot to do. They were obviously ____23____ at the moment.
Jimmy immediately took ____24____. He gently picked up the baby, comforting him, and then ____25____ him to the caregivers who had just finished the last thing. They kept calming him before seeking ____26____ attention. They contacted the authorities to ____27____ the problem. Jimmy was relieved that the baby got timely ____28____.
Somehow, Jimmy felt a special connection with the baby. Back home, he asked his parents if they could consider ____29____ him. “I found a cute baby at the orphanage. Can we make him part of our family ” Jimmy asked. His parents were ____30____ surprised, but hearing his heartfelt reasons, they said they were ____31____ to go through the legal process to bring the baby into their family.
“Watching the baby ____32____ up is rewarding — I can see him, together with Jimmy, develop into an adult. I’m glad we got the opportunity to ____33____ his life from being at the orphanage to being part of our family,” said Jimmy’s mom.
Jimmy was trying to ____34____ his studies and responsibilities of caring for his baby brother. Despite the challenges, he did both perfectly. His act of ____35____ brought endless happiness to the baby and the family.
21. A. attending to B. referring to C. bringing up D. waking up
22. A. laughter B. complaint C. noise D. greeting
23. A. open- minded B. level- headed C. self- centered D. short- handed
24. A. cover B. action C. issue D. advantage
25. A. guided B. introduced C. drew D. took
26. A. medical B. visual C. financial D. spiritual
27. A. seek B. understand C. settle D. update
28. A. reminder B. treatment C. recognition D. bonus
29. A. adopting B. comforting C. observing D. educating
30. A. still B. never C. permanently D. initially
31. A. hesitant B. upset C. willing D. curious
32. A. grow B. dress C. make D. blow
33. A. know B. change C. admire D. pursue
34. A. overlook B. confuse C. admit D. balance
35. A. discipline B. integrity C. goodness D. independence
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. D 24. B 25. D 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. C 32. A 33. B 34. D 35. C
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。
The Zhuang people, the largest ethnic minority in China, ____36____ (primary) live in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Their rich cultural heritage promotes health and well-being, both physically ____37____ mentally.
One notable aspect of Zhuang culture is their traditional songs and dances, particularly the Zhuang folk song and bronze drum dance. These cultural ____38____ (expression) are not only artistic but also maintain physical fitness and mental well-being. The dances, through ____39____ people can improve coordination and heart health, involve detailed footwork and rhythmic movements. Participating in these activities can ____40____ (strength) social bonds and foster a sense of community.
Another significant tradition is the Zhuang people’s dietary habits. Their cuisine usually ____41____ (use) fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, ____42____ vegetables, grains and herbs. Zhuang-style zongzi for the Dragon Boat Festival is a traditional dish with deep cultural significance. ____43____ (wrap) in bamboo leaves, the rice-based food is often filled with ingredients mainly including green beans and pork. It is made to honor the ancient Chinese poet Qu Yuan. This dish symbolizes respect for cultural heritage and the importance of family unity.
In conclusion, the Zhuang people’s traditional culture in Guangxi is a vibrant tapestry (织锦) of practices that aim ____44____ (promote) a healthy and positive lifestyle. Through songs, dances, diets and festivals, they attach importance to maintaining physical health, developing ____45____ (society) connections and celebrating life’s joys.
【答案】36. primarily
37. and 38. expressions
39. which 40. strengthen
41. uses 42. like
43. Wrapped
44. to promote
45. social
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假定你是校学生会主席李华，上周五，你组织学生会成员接待了来自新西兰的交换生并举办了欢迎活动。请你给你的外国朋友James写一封邮件，分享这次经历，内容包括：
1. 活动安排；
2. 你的感受。
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。
Dear James,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】One possible version:
Dear James,
I’m writing to share an exciting experience we had last Friday with you. I organized the members of the Student Union to host the exchange students from New Zealand.
We started the day with a campus tour. After it we had a welcome ceremony in the hall where our principal gave a warm speech. The highlight of the event was the cultural exchange session. Students from the both sides exchanged their songs and poems. The day ended with a friendly basketball match, which everyone enjoyed.
The event was a success, and I felt proud of our school. It not only strengthened the bond between our students and the exchange students but also enriched our understanding of each other’s culture.
Yours,
Li Hua
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。
From a young age, Ella understood the treating power of art. Now, she is the organizer of a charity, a nonprofit organization that supplies art kits to children in need.
The story goes back to when Ella watched her parents give back to the community. Inspired by her parents’ kindness, she wished to do her part too. At her 10th birthday party, many guests brought her presents, from which she chose art supplies for children at a homeless shelter.
“ The outpouring of positivity was grand,” Ella recalled during a video interview. “ The children were so happy.”
Why did Ella give art supplies to those children She explained her thinking to a news reporter. When she was eight years old, her grandpa was ill in hospital. At the suggestion of her grandma, she made a drawing that expressed her feelings.“ When I showed the picture of a warm family scene to my grandpa, he felt better,” Ella told the reporter. “ That gave me comfort and made me feel happier too. I realized every kid should have access to art.”
Ella kept studying and learning to draw. She finally entered an art college. After graduation, she spent years setting up her charitable organization, which numerous art donations flooded into. She began to accept them and handed out thousands of art supplies to children at home and abroad. Whether it was through mailing the art supplies, personally delivering them or setting up art cabinets (橱柜) in local communities, Ella made sure children had access to the tools of creativity. The art cabinets allowed individuals to take supplies and donate them freely. Thanks to Ella’s charity, lots of children could better express their feelings through artistic creativity.
Ella believed art treatment could help suffering children. She planned to broaden her mission. “I want to not only show them how to use the art supplies as a powerful tool but also teach them to create art for their recovery,” she said. So together with volunteers, she taught those children in need art for free, and she decided to let booksellers know more about her charity and publish books of the children's drawings.
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。
With volunteers’ help, Ella had an exhibition of the children’s paintings.
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Now, Ella has started to organize art classes for children.
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【答案】With volunteers’ help, Ella had an exhibition of the children’s paintings. The children decided to do something to make a difference. They created works that reflected their experiences and dreams, hoping to inspire others. When the exhibition opened, it was met with great enthusiasm from the community. People were moved by the stories behind each piece, and many offered support in various forms. This not only raised awareness about the importance of providing children with creative outlets, but also gave the young artists a sense of accomplishment.
Now, Ella has started to organize art classes for children. Over time, their efforts, especially what they did through the apps, took effect. Children who couldn’t attend in person could join online sessions, which made the program more accessible. As a result, the number of participants grew, and so did the impact. Many kids found a way to express themselves and cope with difficulties through art, proving the power of creativity as a healing tool. Thanks to the dedication of Ella and her team, these art classes have become a beacon of hope for many.