山东省淄博市第五中学2024-2025学年高一上学期期中测试英语试题（含答案，无听力原文及音频）
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2024-2025学年山东省淄博市第五中学高一上学期期中测试英语试题第Ⅰ卷
注意事项:
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上.
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）
第一节（共5小题: 每小题1.5分, 满分75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 will the speakers go out for dinner
A. At 6: 30. B. At 7: 30. C. At 8: 00.
2. Who is sick
A. Sue. B. Jake. C. David.
3. What did the woman do last week
A. She helped her grandma. B. She went to a restaurant. C. She cooked food.
4. What does the woman decide to do
A. Change her diet. B. Do more sports. C. Drink warm milk
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. The man's course. B. The man's future job C. The man's father.
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 service is the discount on
A. The hair styling. B. The hair washing. C. The hair coloring.
7 How much will the man spend on his hair
A. $20. B. $35. C. $40.
听第7段材料, 回答第8、9题.
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A Mother and son. B. Father and daughter. C. Husband and wife.
9. What does the man remind the woman to do
A. Manage to get a promotion. B. Pay less for child care. C. Balance work and life.
听第8段材料, 回答第10至12题.
10. Where does the man come from
A. Sweden. B. Ghana. C. Britain.
11. What do we know about old people in Ghana
A. They are sent to nursing homes. B. They live with their families. C. They live in separate flats.
12. What does the woman say about nursing homes
A. They're mostly terrible. B. They're good in general. C. They're not allowed visitors.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题.
13. What is the woman responsible for
A. A charity run. B. A product promotion. C. A volunteering project.
14. What does the woman think of the event
A Difficult. B. Successful. C. Worthwhile.
15 What does the man agree to do
A. Promote the event. B. Go to the hospital. C. Visit sick kids.
16. Who will the man contact
A. The neighborhood. B. The hospital. C. His friends.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题.
17. Why did the speaker go to Mexico
A. To learn its culture. B. To take a job. C. To study a language.
18. What was the speaker taught by looking after the dog
A. Understanding. B. Patience. C. Determination.
19. What made the speaker excited
A. Taking classes. B. Talking to the locals. C. Learning about the country.
20. How does the speaker feel about the move now
A Positive. B. Uncomfortable. C. Worried.
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
Summer Writing Program Guide for Teens
Spend your summer with teens (aged 13—19) from over 100 countries as you experiment with words, try your hand at new styles and work with respected professionals to create pieces you’re proud of ... all without leaving your home!
Whether you are good at or new to putting down your thoughts on paper, we welcome you to join today and spend a week or an entire summer with teenagers of your age worldwide!
Our workshops includes:
College Essay
Go from college essay ideas to execution (执行) in this week-long workshop. Students will gain with a fully drafted, standout personal statement in hand, and plenty of writing resources.
Flash Fiction
In this workshop, we’ll explore how a set word count (固定字数) ranging from 5 to 1,000 words can lead to creative freedom, allowing authors to develop their micro-fiction story to its most effective message.
Humor Writing
When it comes to comedy, there is delicate art involved in making people laugh. In this workshop, we’ll learn how to use words to share humor with the world.
Science Fiction
Work towards the creation of a science fiction story, and connect with a professional author for advice on making your story shine.
Online registration is open now. Space is limited. Join us quickly! Register for 2 or 2+ workshops and you can get 20% off.
1. What is the purpose of the summer writing program
A. To give teens professional tips.
B. To help teens connect with professionals.
C. To improve teens’ writing ability.
D. To offer teens entertaining activities.
2. Which workshop will a short story lover choose
A. College Essay.
B. Flash Fiction.
C. Humor Writing.
D. Science Fiction.
3. How can teens get a discount
A. Join over 1 workshop.
B. Sign up online.
C. Apply in advance.
D. Register in groups.
B
It’s been more than 60 years since Jane Goodall started her pioneering work. In 1960, she was chosen to go to what is now Tanzania and study the little-known world of chimpanzees. Since then, Goodall has received many awards and honorary degrees as a world-famous conservationist (自然环境保护主义者). Now, Goodall has received an unusual honor. She is becoming a toy — a Barbie doll.
Goodall may not have expected to become a Barbie at 88 years old — but it’s not just any doll, it’s made out of recycled plastic. And Barbie is partnering with the Jane Goodall Foundation and its Roots & Shoots program which inspires young people to protect animals and the environment.
“You know, the main message is that every day you live, you make an influence on the planet and you get to choose what sort of influence you make,” Goodall said.
“There was a little boy of 7 in Burundi, and I had given a talk to the school and he came up to me and said, ‘If I pick out a piece of trash every day, it will make a difference, won’t it ’ And I said, ‘Yes it will. And suppose you persuade (劝说) 10 of your friends to pick up a piece of rubbish every day.’ He said, ‘Oh, that would really make a difference and then they could all get 10 of their friends, couldn’t they ’ Goodall said, “So, that’s it. The cumulative (积累的) effect of small actions can lead to big change.”
She’s been inspiring young people for decades, but now, newer generations will get to know Jane Goodall. “I sincerely hope that it will help to create more interest in the natural world,” she said about the Barbie. “Because hopefully, you know, they’ll learn more about me through the doll. And that will get them interested. It doesn’t really matter if they have a career in conservation, as long as they pay attention to conservation in their daily lives.”
4. What is the intention of Barbie’s making a doll of Jane Goodall
A. To give Jane Goodall a surprise.
B. To test the quality of recycled plastic.
C. To encourage environmental protection.
D. To start a cooperative research program.
5. What idea does Goodall’s conversation with the little boy mainly convey
A. Everyone can make an impact on the planet.
B. Children will make the future world a better place.
C. Every child should pick up a piece of rubbish every day.
D. The accumulation of tiny actions makes a great difference.
6. What is Goodall’s attitude towards the Barbie doll
A. Critical. B. Supportive.
C. Disapproving. D. Doubtful.
7. Which of the following could be the best title for the text
A. Jane Goodall’s Good Expectation of Nature Conservation
B. Young People’s Strong Interest in Nature Conservation
C. Great Popularity of a New Barbie Doll of Jane Goodall
D. Inspire Newer Generations to Care About Conservation Through a Doll
C
Popularization has in some cases changed the original meaning of emotional (情感的) intelligence. Many people now misunderstand emotional intelligence as almost everything desirable in a person's makeup that cannot be measured by an IQ test, such as character, motivation, confidence, mental stability, optimism and “people skills.” Research has shown that emotional skills may contribute to some of these qualities, but most of them move far beyond skill-based emotional intelligence.
We prefer to describe emotional intelligence as a specific set of skills that can be used for either good or bad purposes. The ability to accurately understand how others are feeling may be used by a doctor to find how best to help her patients, while a cheater might use it to control potential victims. Being emotionally intelligent does not necessarily make one a moral person.
Although popular beliefs regarding emotional intelligence run far ahead of what research can reasonably support, the overall effects of the publicity have been more beneficial than harmful. The most positive aspect of this popularization is a new and much needed emphasis (重视) on emotion by employers, educators and others interested in promoting social well-being. The popularization of emotional intelligence has helped both the public and researchers re-evaluate the functionality of emotions and how they serve people adaptively in everyday life.
Although the continuing popular appeal of emotional intelligence is desirable, we hope that such attention will excite a greater interest in the scientific and scholarly study of emotion. It is our hope that in coming decades, advances in science will offer new perspectives (视角) from which to study how people manage their lives. Emotional intelligence, with its focus on both head and heart, may serve to point us in the right direction.
8. What is a common misunderstanding of emotional intelligence
A. It can be measured by an IQ test. B. It helps to exercise a person’s mind.
C. It includes a set of emotional skills. D. It refers to a person’s positive qualities.
9. Why does the author mention “doctor” and “cheater” in paragraph 2
A. To explain a rule. B. To clarify a concept.
C. To present a fact. D. To make a prediction.
10. What is the author’s attitude to the popularization of emotional intelligence
A. Favorable. B. Intolerant.
C. Doubtful. D. Unclear.
11. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning emotional intelligence
A. Its appeal to the public. B. Expectations for future studies.
C. Its practical application. D. Scientists with new perspectives.
D
Plenty, an agricultural technology company in San Francisco, is reinventing farms and farming. Nater Storye, the company’s chief science officer says the future of the farms will be vertical (垂直的) and indoors, so food can be grown anywhere in the world all year round, and farms will employ robots and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the quality of growth for fruits and vegetables. Plenty does all those things but uses 95% less water and 99% less land.
As AI is on the rise, farmers on flat farms have been using new tools to make farming better or easier. In recent years, they have been using drones (无人机) and robots to improve efficiency. However, flat farms still use a lot of water and land, while a Plenty’s vertical farm can produce the same quantity of fruits and vegetables as a 720-acre flat farm, but on only 2 acres.
Plenty’s climate-controlled indoor farm has rows of plants growing vertically. There are LED lights shining on them, robots moving them around, and AI managing all the variables of water, temperature, and light. The conditions are so good that the production per acre is 400 times higher than that of an outdoor farm.
Another advantage of vertical farming is that the fruits and vegetables are grown at a warehouse nearby instead of 1,000 miles away or more from a city. That means many transportation miles are saved, which can reduce millions of tons of greenhouse gases every year and the price of fruits and vegetables will also go down. Imported (进口的) fruits and vegetables are more expensive, so poor people in society are at an extreme nutritional disadvantage. Vertical farms could cope with this problem.
Also, Plenty’s farms grow organic food without using herbicides (除草剂) or pesticides. They recycle all the water used, even catching the water in the air. The best farm in San Francisco is using 100% renewable energy.
Moreover, all the packaging is 100% recyclable, made of recycled plastic and specially designed to keep the food fresh longer to reduce food waste. Ideally, the company will branch out, opening farms across the country and beyond.
12. What can we learn from the first two paragraphs
A. Robots and AI used on vertical farms can quicken the growth of plants.
B. Fruits and vegetables grown on vertical farms are more tasty.
C Both land and water can be saved on vertical farms.
D. Plenty is the first company to grow crops on vertical farms.
13. What docs the underlined phrase “cope with” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Register. B. Improve. C. Present. D. Solve.
14. What can we infer about Plenty’s future vertical farms from the text
A. They will have more farms. B. They will only be run by robots and AI.
C. They will bring about terrible problems. D. They will completely take the place of flat farms.
15. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To question the possibility of vertical farming
B. To show the technologies of vertical farming.
C. To discuss the potential problems of vertical farming
D. To introduce and explain the benefits of vertical farming.
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,
They say once you learn to ride a bike, you never forget. Most of us learned to ride when we were kids, and many still wear our helmets, put our feet on the pedals, and shoot off for a ride on the streets. In recent times, cycling has seen an increase in popularity, so many people raise a question: ___16___
First, let’s look at the health benefits. Cycling can improve your cardiovascular (心血管的) health and burn extra body fat. Strengthening your muscles in your legs helps increase your potential torque (扭矩) and cadence (节奏). ___17___ A long ride in the countryside could help you clear your mind, or de-stress. But it’s not only about your body and mind there are also some plus sides for your wallet’s health.
Cycling can be a great way to go to work or get about town. ___18___ If you drive to work, sometimes finding somewhere to park can be a nightmare, whereas finding somewhere to chain your bike up can be much simpler. Then, on the subway, there are changes at stations and other people who go to work speaking loudly on their phones to deal with. ___19___ And if you’re worried about safety, there are designated cycle lanes in many major cities. In addition, wearing high-visibility clothing is another way to improve your safety when cycling on the roads.
___20___ It can help you reduce your carbon footprints. Not giving off greenhouse gases into the atmosphere is better for the planet and your own environment.
So, whether people want to cycle for their health, their wallet, the environment, or a combination of all of them —the popularity of cycling is on the rise.
A. What makes cycling so convenient
B. But cyclists face neither of these issues.
C. And people will choose to go to work by cycling.
D. This can save you a lot of money on fuel or public transportation.
E. Finally, cycling can also be good for the environment.
F. And the benefits from cycling aren’t just physical, but mental as well.
G. What makes it so attractive for people to take their bikes once again
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.
On cold morning, Lauren Passell, who had been training for an upcoming marathon, was on her way to work. Suddenly, she ___21___ on an icy sidewalk and injured her leg. She ___22___ it was nothing big. But it turned out to be more ___23___ than expected.
As she tried to get up, a woman ___24___ from the crowd and knelt beside her. “All I remember is seeing her kind face.” Passell ___25___. “She pushed everyone out of the way and said, ‘I’ve got this.’”
The woman ___26___ herself as Sharon Evans. As Evans helped Passell up, all Passell could think about was that she needed to get to ___27___. But she was in terrible pain, and could ___28___ stand. Seeing this, Evans told Passell to ___29___ while she called a taxi.
Once the taxi arrived, Evans got in with her. Passell tried to tell her that it wasn’t ____30____. But Evans insisted. When the cab ____31____ to the hospital, Evans paid for it. She got the wheel chair for Paussell, and wheeled her in. She helped her fill out the paperwork.
When it was time for Passell to be scan by doctors, Evans ____32____ her. The doctors told them she needed to have an immediate ____33____. If not, she couldn’t have walked again.
____34____ Evans’ help and the successful operation, Passell recovered quickly. “I might’ve never run again if Sharon hadn’t shown so much ____35____,” Passell said. She hoped one day she could pick someone off the sidewalk, just like Evans did for her.
21. A. paced B. slipped C. lay D. ran
22. A. figured B. doubted C. admitted D. confirmed
23. A. important B. embarrassing C. regretful D. serious
24. A. emerged B. heard C. drove D. gathered
25. A. argued B. recalled C. commented D. explained
26. A. remembered B. honored C. introduced D. identified
27. A. bed B. hospital C. training D. work
28. A. easily B. gradually C. immediately D. hardly
29. A. keep away B. get panicked C. stay put D. break down
30. A. helpful B. usual C. necessary D. worthy
31. A. took up B. turned up C. picked up D. pulled up
32. A. accompanied B. replaced C. defended D. comforted
33. A. surgery B. check C. rest D. solution
34. A. In spite of B. Thanks to C. But for D. In case of
35. A. confidence B. kindness C. gratitude D. admiration
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.
Paper-making is traditionally believed to have been invented by Cai Lun during the Eastern Han Dynasty. Till today, the paper-making technology ___36___ (recognize) by the world for its remarkable contribution in promoting the development of human civilization. Though paper-making is one of the four great inventions of our country, the development of high-end watercolor paper started ___37___ (relative) late.
Shi Liming, ___38___ paper-making craftsman in Baoding, Hebei province, has been working on the development of high-quality domestic (国内的) watercolor paper for more than three decades in the industry. ___39___ (build) in 1992 in Baoding, Shi’s factory, the Baoding Huarong Paper Factory, makes products ___40___ domestic markets and customers in more than 40 countries.
His factory mainly produces paper for watercolor, oil painting and industrial use, with great efforts ___41___ (aim) at producing high-quality watercolor paper. While ___42___ (make) the watercolor paper, Shi devotes himself to showing the ___43___ (excellent) of Chinese art and craftsmanship.
Later, Shi set up the Baohong Art Museum ___44___ (promote) paper-related knowledge and artistic experience. The museum contains various exhibition areas for multiple functions, ____45____ visitors can experience making paper by hand and other interesting hand-on activities.
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华，打算参加由 China Daily 举办的主题为My Chinese Dream的英文征文比赛，你写了一篇文章，想要请外教Henry帮忙修改、润色。请你给他发一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 提出请求；
2. 表示感谢
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯；
3. 提示词汇：润色 polish
Dear Henry,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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.
My New Brother
I was in my room, feeling unwilling to head to the community theatre with my brother Henry. He had recently been adopted by my parents and I was not in the mood for being on stage with him.
“Kirstie, come here,” my mom called. Following her voice, I found her outside the bathroom, holding a wet book. She gave the book a shake. “Henry’s book was in the bathtub. Did you put it there ” She glared at me, something she had never done before Henry came to our home. I hadn’t wet his book on purpose. Rain drops fell from my eyes. To make matters worse, she promised to buy him a new copy. My heart ached. Henry was stealing my mother’s love. He was ruining any life.
Meanwhile, Henry was nearby, absorbed in working on a complicated rope knot (绳结). something he liked to do. Why did a boy like him like doing girl work It seemed far from manly (男子汉气概).
Soon, it was time to set off to the community theatre. As Henry walked ahead of us to the car, my mom took me aside and said in a low voice, “It will be Henry’s first time on stage. Be kind to him, honey.” I nodded but sighed (叹气). I hadn’t always found it this difficult to be kind. But since Henry had moved in, everything felt different. The theatre used to be a special place for my parents and me. With Henry involved, it didn’t seem so special any more.
Finally, it was our stage time. My heart beat wildly. I forgot my annoyance at Henry for a while. As we kids lined up, ready to act out our short play, I realized how loosely I had tick the draw string on my skirt. However, my hands acre full. If only someone could help me out.
注意： (1) 续写词数应为150左右； (2)请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Right then, Henry sensed my embarrassment.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
After the performance, I found Henry and tapped him on the arm gratefully.
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答案版
第Ⅰ卷
注意事项:
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上.
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）
第一节（共5小题: 每小题1.5分, 满分75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 will the speakers go out for dinner
A. At 6: 30. B. At 7: 30. C. At 8: 00.
2. Who is sick
A. Sue. B. Jake. C. David.
3. What did the woman do last week
A. She helped her grandma. B. She went to a restaurant. C. She cooked food.
4. What does the woman decide to do
A. Change her diet. B. Do more sports. C. Drink warm milk
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. The man's course. B. The man's future job C. The man's father.
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 service is the discount on
A. The hair styling. B. The hair washing. C. The hair coloring.
7. How much will the man spend on his hair
A. $20. B. $35. C. $40.
听第7段材料, 回答第8、9题.
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A Mother and son. B. Father and daughter. C. Husband and wife.
9. What does the man remind the woman to do
A. Manage to get a promotion. B. Pay less for child care. C. Balance work and life.
听第8段材料, 回答第10至12题.
10. Where does the man come from
A. Sweden. B. Ghana. C. Britain.
11. What do we know about old people in Ghana
A. They are sent to nursing homes. B. They live with their families. C. They live in separate flats.
12. What does the woman say about nursing homes
A. They're mostly terrible. B. They're good in general. C. They're not allowed visitors.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题.
13. What is the woman responsible for
A. A charity run. B. A product promotion. C. A volunteering project.
14. What does the woman think of the event
A Difficult. B. Successful. C. Worthwhile.
15. What does the man agree to do
A. Promote the event. B. Go to the hospital. C. Visit sick kids.
16. Who will the man contact
A. The neighborhood. B. The hospital. C. His friends.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题.
17. Why did the speaker go to Mexico
A. To learn its culture. B. To take a job. C. To study a language.
18. What was the speaker taught by looking after the dog
A. Understanding. B. Patience. C. Determination.
19. What made the speaker excited
A. Taking classes. B. Talking to the locals. C. Learning about the country.
20. How does the speaker feel about the move now
A. Positive. B. Uncomfortable. C. Worried.
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
Summer Writing Program Guide for Teens
Spend your summer with teens (aged 13—19) from over 100 countries as you experiment with words, try your hand at new styles and work with respected professionals to create pieces you’re proud of ... all without leaving your home!
Whether you are good at or new to putting down your thoughts on paper, we welcome you to join today and spend a week or an entire summer with teenagers of your age worldwide!
Our workshops includes:
College Essay
Go from college essay ideas to execution (执行) in this week-long workshop. Students will gain with a fully drafted, standout personal statement in hand, and plenty of writing resources.
Flash Fiction
In this workshop, we’ll explore how a set word count (固定字数) ranging from 5 to 1,000 words can lead to creative freedom, allowing authors to develop their micro-fiction story to its most effective message.
Humor Writing
When it comes to comedy, there is delicate art involved in making people laugh. In this workshop, we’ll learn how to use words to share humor with the world.
Science Fiction
Work towards the creation of a science fiction story, and connect with a professional author for advice on making your story shine.
Online registration is open now. Space is limited. Join us quickly! Register for 2 or 2+ workshops and you can get 20% off.
1. What is the purpose of the summer writing program
A. To give teens professional tips.
B. To help teens connect with professionals.
C. To improve teens’ writing ability.
D. To offer teens entertaining activities.
2. Which workshop will a short story lover choose
A. College Essay.
B. Flash Fiction.
C. Humor Writing.
D. Science Fiction.
3. How can teens get a discount
A. Join over 1 workshop.
B. Sign up online.
C. Apply in advance.
D. Register in groups.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
B
It’s been more than 60 years since Jane Goodall started her pioneering work. In 1960, she was chosen to go to what is now Tanzania and study the little-known world of chimpanzees. Since then, Goodall has received many awards and honorary degrees as a world-famous conservationist (自然环境保护主义者). Now, Goodall has received an unusual honor. She is becoming a toy — a Barbie doll.
Goodall may not have expected to become a Barbie at 88 years old — but it’s not just any doll, it’s made out of recycled plastic. And Barbie is partnering with the Jane Goodall Foundation and its Roots & Shoots program which inspires young people to protect animals and the environment.
“You know, the main message is that every day you live, you make an influence on the planet and you get to choose what sort of influence you make,” Goodall said.
“There was a little boy of 7 in Burundi, and I had given a talk to the school and he came up to me and said, ‘If I pick out a piece of trash every day, it will make a difference, won’t it ’ And I said, ‘Yes it will. And suppose you persuade (劝说) 10 of your friends to pick up a piece of rubbish every day.’ He said, ‘Oh, that would really make a difference and then they could all get 10 of their friends, couldn’t they ’ Goodall said, “So, that’s it. The cumulative (积累的) effect of small actions can lead to big change.”
She’s been inspiring young people for decades, but now, newer generations will get to know Jane Goodall. “I sincerely hope that it will help to create more interest in the natural world,” she said about the Barbie. “Because hopefully, you know, they’ll learn more about me through the doll. And that will get them interested. It doesn’t really matter if they have a career in conservation, as long as they pay attention to conservation in their daily lives.”
4. What is the intention of Barbie’s making a doll of Jane Goodall
A. To give Jane Goodall a surprise.
B. To test the quality of recycled plastic.
C. To encourage environmental protection.
D. To start a cooperative research program.
5. What idea does Goodall’s conversation with the little boy mainly convey
A. Everyone can make an impact on the planet.
B. Children will make the future world a better place.
C Every child should pick up a piece of rubbish every day.
D. The accumulation of tiny actions makes a great difference.
6. What is Goodall’s attitude towards the Barbie doll
A. Critical. B. Supportive.
C. Disapproving. D. Doubtful.
7. Which of the following could be the best title for the text
A. Jane Goodall’s Good Expectation of Nature Conservation
B. Young People’s Strong Interest in Nature Conservation
C. Great Popularity of a New Barbie Doll of Jane Goodall
D. Inspire Newer Generations to Care About Conservation Through a Doll
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. B 7. D
C
Popularization has in some cases changed the original meaning of emotional (情感的) intelligence. Many people now misunderstand emotional intelligence as almost everything desirable in a person's makeup that cannot be measured by an IQ test, such as character, motivation, confidence, mental stability, optimism and “people skills.” Research has shown that emotional skills may contribute to some of these qualities, but most of them move far beyond skill-based emotional intelligence.
We prefer to describe emotional intelligence as a specific set of skills that can be used for either good or bad purposes. The ability to accurately understand how others are feeling may be used by a doctor to find how best to help her patients, while a cheater might use it to control potential victims. Being emotionally intelligent does not necessarily make one a moral person.
Although popular beliefs regarding emotional intelligence run far ahead of what research can reasonably support, the overall effects of the publicity have been more beneficial than harmful. The most positive aspect of this popularization is a new and much needed emphasis (重视) on emotion by employers, educators and others interested in promoting social well-being. The popularization of emotional intelligence has helped both the public and researchers re-evaluate the functionality of emotions and how they serve people adaptively in everyday life.
Although the continuing popular appeal of emotional intelligence is desirable, we hope that such attention will excite a greater interest in the scientific and scholarly study of emotion. It is our hope that in coming decades, advances in science will offer new perspectives (视角) from which to study how people manage their lives. Emotional intelligence, with its focus on both head and heart, may serve to point us in the right direction.
8. What is a common misunderstanding of emotional intelligence
A. It can be measured by an IQ test. B. It helps to exercise a person’s mind.
C. It includes a set of emotional skills. D. It refers to a person’s positive qualities.
9 Why does the author mention “doctor” and “cheater” in paragraph 2
A. To explain a rule. B. To clarify a concept.
C. To present a fact. D. To make a prediction.
10. What is the author’s attitude to the popularization of emotional intelligence
A. Favorable. B. Intolerant.
C. Doubtful. D. Unclear.
11. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning emotional intelligence
A. Its appeal to the public. B. Expectations for future studies.
C. Its practical application. D. Scientists with new perspectives.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. A 11. B
D
Plenty, an agricultural technology company in San Francisco, is reinventing farms and farming. Nater Storye, the company’s chief science officer says the future of the farms will be vertical (垂直的) and indoors, so food can be grown anywhere in the world all year round, and farms will employ robots and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the quality of growth for fruits and vegetables. Plenty does all those things but uses 95% less water and 99% less land.
As AI is on the rise, farmers on flat farms have been using new tools to make farming better or easier. In recent years, they have been using drones (无人机) and robots to improve efficiency. However, flat farms still use a lot of water and land, while a Plenty’s vertical farm can produce the same quantity of fruits and vegetables as a 720-acre flat farm, but on only 2 acres.
Plenty’s climate-controlled indoor farm has rows of plants growing vertically. There are LED lights shining on them, robots moving them around, and AI managing all the variables of water, temperature, and light. The conditions are so good that the production per acre is 400 times higher than that of an outdoor farm.
Another advantage of vertical farming is that the fruits and vegetables are grown at a warehouse nearby instead of 1,000 miles away or more from a city. That means many transportation miles are saved, which can reduce millions of tons of greenhouse gases every year and the price of fruits and vegetables will also go down. Imported (进口的) fruits and vegetables are more expensive, so poor people in society are at an extreme nutritional disadvantage. Vertical farms could cope with this problem.
Also, Plenty’s farms grow organic food without using herbicides (除草剂) or pesticides. They recycle all the water used, even catching the water in the air. The best farm in San Francisco is using 100% renewable energy.
Moreover, all the packaging is 100% recyclable, made of recycled plastic and specially designed to keep the food fresh longer to reduce food waste. Ideally, the company will branch out, opening farms across the country and beyond.
12. What can we learn from the first two paragraphs
A. Robots and AI used on vertical farms can quicken the growth of plants.
B. Fruits and vegetables grown on vertical farms are more tasty.
C. Both land and water can be saved on vertical farms.
D. Plenty is the first company to grow crops on vertical farms.
13. What docs the underlined phrase “cope with” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Register. B. Improve. C. Present. D. Solve.
14. What can we infer about Plenty’s future vertical farms from the text
A. They will have more farms. B. They will only be run by robots and AI.
C. They will bring about terrible problems. D. They will completely take the place of flat farms.
15. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To question the possibility of vertical farming
B. To show the technologies of vertical farming.
C. To discuss the potential problems of vertical farming
D. To introduce and explain the benefits of vertical farming.
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. A 15. D
第二节（共5小题: 每小题2.5分, 满分 12.5分）
阅读下面短文、从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项. 选项中有两项为多余选项,
They say once you learn to ride a bike, you never forget. Most of us learned to ride when we were kids, and many still wear our helmets, put our feet on the pedals, and shoot off for a ride on the streets. In recent times, cycling has seen an increase in popularity, so many people raise a question: ___16___
First, let’s look at the health benefits. Cycling can improve your cardiovascular (心血管的) health and burn extra body fat. Strengthening your muscles in your legs helps increase your potential torque (扭矩) and cadence (节奏). ___17___ A long ride in the countryside could help you clear your mind, or de-stress. But it’s not only about your body and mind there are also some plus sides for your wallet’s health.
Cycling can be a great way to go to work or get about town. ___18___ If you drive to work, sometimes finding somewhere to park can be a nightmare, whereas finding somewhere to chain your bike up can be much simpler. Then, on the subway, there are changes at stations and other people who go to work speaking loudly on their phones to deal with. ___19___ And if you’re worried about safety, there are designated cycle lanes in many major cities. In addition, wearing high-visibility clothing is another way to improve your safety when cycling on the roads.
___20___ It can help you reduce your carbon footprints. Not giving off greenhouse gases into the atmosphere is better for the planet and your own environment.
So, whether people want to cycle for their health, their wallet, the environment, or a combination of all of them —the popularity of cycling is on the rise.
A. What makes cycling so convenient
B. But cyclists face neither of these issues.
C. And people will choose to go to work by cycling.
D. This can save you a lot of money on fuel or public transportation.
E. Finally, cycling can also be good for the environment.
F. And the benefits from cycling aren’t just physical, but mental as well.
G. What makes it so attractive for people to take their bikes once again
【答案】16. G 17. F 18. D 19. B 20. E
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.
On cold morning, Lauren Passell, who had been training for an upcoming marathon, was on her way to work. Suddenly, she ___21___ on an icy sidewalk and injured her leg. She ___22___ it was nothing big. But it turned out to be more ___23___ than expected.
As she tried to get up, a woman ___24___ from the crowd and knelt beside her. “All I remember is seeing her kind face.” Passell ___25___. “She pushed everyone out of the way and said, ‘I’ve got this.’”
The woman ___26___ herself as Sharon Evans. As Evans helped Passell up, all Passell could think about was that she needed to get to ___27___. But she was in terrible pain, and could ___28___ stand. Seeing this, Evans told Passell to ___29___ while she called a taxi.
Once the taxi arrived, Evans got in with her. Passell tried to tell her that it wasn’t ____30____. But Evans insisted. When the cab ____31____ to the hospital, Evans paid for it. She got the wheel chair for Paussell, and wheeled her in. She helped her fill out the paperwork.
When it was time for Passell to be scan by doctors, Evans ____32____ her. The doctors told them she needed to have an immediate ____33____. If not, she couldn’t have walked again.
____34____ Evans’ help and the successful operation, Passell recovered quickly. “I might’ve never run again if Sharon hadn’t shown so much ____35____,” Passell said. She hoped one day she could pick someone off the sidewalk, just like Evans did for her.
21. A. paced B. slipped C. lay D. ran
22. A. figured B. doubted C. admitted D. confirmed
23. A. important B. embarrassing C. regretful D. serious
24. A. emerged B. heard C. drove D. gathered
25. A. argued B. recalled C. commented D. explained
26. A. remembered B. honored C. introduced D. identified
27. A. bed B. hospital C. training D. work
28. A. easily B. gradually C. immediately D. hardly
29. A. keep away B. get panicked C. stay put D. break down
30. A. helpful B. usual C. necessary D. worthy
31. A. took up B. turned up C. picked up D. pulled up
32. A. accompanied B. replaced C. defended D. comforted
33. A. surgery B. check C. rest D. solution
34. A. In spite of B. Thanks to C. But for D. In case of
35. A. confidence B. kindness C. gratitude D. admiration
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. D 28. D 29. C 30. C 31. D 32. A 33. A 34. B 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.
Paper-making is traditionally believed to have been invented by Cai Lun during the Eastern Han Dynasty. Till today, the paper-making technology ___36___ (recognize) by the world for its remarkable contribution in promoting the development of human civilization. Though paper-making is one of the four great inventions of our country, the development of high-end watercolor paper started ___37___ (relative) late.
Shi Liming, ___38___ paper-making craftsman in Baoding, Hebei province, has been working on the development of high-quality domestic (国内的) watercolor paper for more than three decades in the industry. ___39___ (build) in 1992 in Baoding, Shi’s factory, the Baoding Huarong Paper Factory, makes products ___40___ domestic markets and customers in more than 40 countries.
His factory mainly produces paper for watercolor, oil painting and industrial use, with great efforts ___41___ (aim) at producing high-quality watercolor paper. While ___42___ (make) the watercolor paper, Shi devotes himself to showing the ___43___ (excellent) of Chinese art and craftsmanship.
Later, Shi set up the Baohong Art Museum ___44___ (promote) paper-related knowledge and artistic experience. The museum contains various exhibition areas for multiple functions, ____45____ visitors can experience making paper by hand and other interesting hand-on activities.
【答案】36. is recognized
37. relatively
38. a 39. Built
40. for 41. aimed
42. making 43. excellence
44. to promote
45. where
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华，打算参加由 China Daily 举办的主题为My Chinese Dream的英文征文比赛，你写了一篇文章，想要请外教Henry帮忙修改、润色。请你给他发一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 提出请求；
2. 表示感谢。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节 以使行文连贯；
3. 提示词汇：润色 polish
Dear Henry,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Henry,
I’m writing to ask whether you are able to do me a favor.
Encouraged by my parents and head teacher, I will take part in the English essay contest held by China Daily. The theme of the contest is My Chinese Dream, which inspires us to give our own definition and interpretation of the concept based on our own experiences. I have written an article and I need your help. Will it be convenient for you to point out some possible grammatical mistakes and polish the article for me
I would appreciate it if you could help me. Looking forward to your early reply.
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.
My New Brother
I was in my room, feeling unwilling to head to the community theatre with my brother Henry. He had recently been adopted by my parents and I was not in the mood for being on stage with him.
“Kirstie, come here,” my mom called. Following her voice, I found her outside the bathroom, holding a wet book. She gave the book a shake. “Henry’s book was in the bathtub. Did you put it there ” She glared at me, something she had never done before Henry came to our home. I hadn’t wet his book on purpose. Rain drops fell from my eyes. To make matters worse, she promised to buy him a new copy. My heart ached. Henry was stealing my mother’s love. He was ruining any life.
Meanwhile, Henry was nearby, absorbed in working on a complicated rope knot (绳结). something he liked to do. Why did a boy like him like doing girl work It seemed far from manly (男子汉气概).
Soon, it was time to set off to the community theatre. As Henry walked ahead of us to the car, my mom took me aside and said in a low voice, “It will be Henry’s first time on stage. Be kind to him, honey.” I nodded but sighed (叹气). I hadn’t always found it this difficult to be kind. But since Henry had moved in, everything felt different. The theatre used to be a special place for my parents and me. With Henry involved, it didn’t seem so special any more.
Finally, it was our stage time. My heart beat wildly. I forgot my annoyance at Henry for a while. As we kids lined up, ready to act out our short play, I realized how loosely I had tick the draw string on my skirt. However, my hands acre full. If only someone could help me out.
注意： (1) 续写词数应为150左右； (2)请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Right then, Henry sensed my embarrassment.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
After the performance, I found Henry and tapped him on the arm gratefully.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】
Right then, Henry sensed my embarrassment. He immediately came to my aid. He pulled up my skirt and skillfully tied the drawstring with a beautiful knot. Seeing what Henry did for me, something deep in my mind began to change. It seemed as if my cold heart began to melt slowly and my annoyance at him gradually gave way to guilt. I regretted having treated him as a stranger. While my mind was wandering, our performance time came. It turned out a great success, thunderous applause filling the whole theatre.
After the performance, I found Henry and tapped him on the arm gratefully. “Thanks,” I said with a grateful smile on my face. I had to admit that but for his timely help, I would have been extremely embarrassed. Without his knotting skill, the performance would have been quite different. “KNOT a problem. You are my sister,” he grinned innocently, saying humorously. Surrounded by the cheerful atmosphere, I felt a flood of warmth of a big family. Maybe it wouldn’t be so bad to have a new person in my corner of the world after all.
注意事项:
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上.
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）
第一节（共5小题: 每小题1.5分, 满分75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 will the speakers go out for dinner
A. At 6: 30. B. At 7: 30. C. At 8: 00.
2. Who is sick
A. Sue. B. Jake. C. David.
3. What did the woman do last week
A. She helped her grandma. B. She went to a restaurant. C. She cooked food.
4. What does the woman decide to do
A. Change her diet. B. Do more sports. C. Drink warm milk
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. The man's course. B. The man's future job C. The man's father.
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 service is the discount on
A. The hair styling. B. The hair washing. C. The hair coloring.
7 How much will the man spend on his hair
A. $20. B. $35. C. $40.
听第7段材料, 回答第8、9题.
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A Mother and son. B. Father and daughter. C. Husband and wife.
9. What does the man remind the woman to do
A. Manage to get a promotion. B. Pay less for child care. C. Balance work and life.
听第8段材料, 回答第10至12题.
10. Where does the man come from
A. Sweden. B. Ghana. C. Britain.
11. What do we know about old people in Ghana
A. They are sent to nursing homes. B. They live with their families. C. They live in separate flats.
12. What does the woman say about nursing homes
A. They're mostly terrible. B. They're good in general. C. They're not allowed visitors.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题.
13. What is the woman responsible for
A. A charity run. B. A product promotion. C. A volunteering project.
14. What does the woman think of the event
A Difficult. B. Successful. C. Worthwhile.
15 What does the man agree to do
A. Promote the event. B. Go to the hospital. C. Visit sick kids.
16. Who will the man contact
A. The neighborhood. B. The hospital. C. His friends.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题.
17. Why did the speaker go to Mexico
A. To learn its culture. B. To take a job. C. To study a language.
18. What was the speaker taught by looking after the dog
A. Understanding. B. Patience. C. Determination.
19. What made the speaker excited
A. Taking classes. B. Talking to the locals. C. Learning about the country.
20. How does the speaker feel about the move now
A Positive. B. Uncomfortable. C. Worried.
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
Summer Writing Program Guide for Teens
Spend your summer with teens (aged 13—19) from over 100 countries as you experiment with words, try your hand at new styles and work with respected professionals to create pieces you’re proud of ... all without leaving your home!
Whether you are good at or new to putting down your thoughts on paper, we welcome you to join today and spend a week or an entire summer with teenagers of your age worldwide!
Our workshops includes:
College Essay
Go from college essay ideas to execution (执行) in this week-long workshop. Students will gain with a fully drafted, standout personal statement in hand, and plenty of writing resources.
Flash Fiction
In this workshop, we’ll explore how a set word count (固定字数) ranging from 5 to 1,000 words can lead to creative freedom, allowing authors to develop their micro-fiction story to its most effective message.
Humor Writing
When it comes to comedy, there is delicate art involved in making people laugh. In this workshop, we’ll learn how to use words to share humor with the world.
Science Fiction
Work towards the creation of a science fiction story, and connect with a professional author for advice on making your story shine.
Online registration is open now. Space is limited. Join us quickly! Register for 2 or 2+ workshops and you can get 20% off.
1. What is the purpose of the summer writing program
A. To give teens professional tips.
B. To help teens connect with professionals.
C. To improve teens’ writing ability.
D. To offer teens entertaining activities.
2. Which workshop will a short story lover choose
A. College Essay.
B. Flash Fiction.
C. Humor Writing.
D. Science Fiction.
3. How can teens get a discount
A. Join over 1 workshop.
B. Sign up online.
C. Apply in advance.
D. Register in groups.
B
It’s been more than 60 years since Jane Goodall started her pioneering work. In 1960, she was chosen to go to what is now Tanzania and study the little-known world of chimpanzees. Since then, Goodall has received many awards and honorary degrees as a world-famous conservationist (自然环境保护主义者). Now, Goodall has received an unusual honor. She is becoming a toy — a Barbie doll.
Goodall may not have expected to become a Barbie at 88 years old — but it’s not just any doll, it’s made out of recycled plastic. And Barbie is partnering with the Jane Goodall Foundation and its Roots & Shoots program which inspires young people to protect animals and the environment.
“You know, the main message is that every day you live, you make an influence on the planet and you get to choose what sort of influence you make,” Goodall said.
“There was a little boy of 7 in Burundi, and I had given a talk to the school and he came up to me and said, ‘If I pick out a piece of trash every day, it will make a difference, won’t it ’ And I said, ‘Yes it will. And suppose you persuade (劝说) 10 of your friends to pick up a piece of rubbish every day.’ He said, ‘Oh, that would really make a difference and then they could all get 10 of their friends, couldn’t they ’ Goodall said, “So, that’s it. The cumulative (积累的) effect of small actions can lead to big change.”
She’s been inspiring young people for decades, but now, newer generations will get to know Jane Goodall. “I sincerely hope that it will help to create more interest in the natural world,” she said about the Barbie. “Because hopefully, you know, they’ll learn more about me through the doll. And that will get them interested. It doesn’t really matter if they have a career in conservation, as long as they pay attention to conservation in their daily lives.”
4. What is the intention of Barbie’s making a doll of Jane Goodall
A. To give Jane Goodall a surprise.
B. To test the quality of recycled plastic.
C. To encourage environmental protection.
D. To start a cooperative research program.
5. What idea does Goodall’s conversation with the little boy mainly convey
A. Everyone can make an impact on the planet.
B. Children will make the future world a better place.
C. Every child should pick up a piece of rubbish every day.
D. The accumulation of tiny actions makes a great difference.
6. What is Goodall’s attitude towards the Barbie doll
A. Critical. B. Supportive.
C. Disapproving. D. Doubtful.
7. Which of the following could be the best title for the text
A. Jane Goodall’s Good Expectation of Nature Conservation
B. Young People’s Strong Interest in Nature Conservation
C. Great Popularity of a New Barbie Doll of Jane Goodall
D. Inspire Newer Generations to Care About Conservation Through a Doll
C
Popularization has in some cases changed the original meaning of emotional (情感的) intelligence. Many people now misunderstand emotional intelligence as almost everything desirable in a person's makeup that cannot be measured by an IQ test, such as character, motivation, confidence, mental stability, optimism and “people skills.” Research has shown that emotional skills may contribute to some of these qualities, but most of them move far beyond skill-based emotional intelligence.
We prefer to describe emotional intelligence as a specific set of skills that can be used for either good or bad purposes. The ability to accurately understand how others are feeling may be used by a doctor to find how best to help her patients, while a cheater might use it to control potential victims. Being emotionally intelligent does not necessarily make one a moral person.
Although popular beliefs regarding emotional intelligence run far ahead of what research can reasonably support, the overall effects of the publicity have been more beneficial than harmful. The most positive aspect of this popularization is a new and much needed emphasis (重视) on emotion by employers, educators and others interested in promoting social well-being. The popularization of emotional intelligence has helped both the public and researchers re-evaluate the functionality of emotions and how they serve people adaptively in everyday life.
Although the continuing popular appeal of emotional intelligence is desirable, we hope that such attention will excite a greater interest in the scientific and scholarly study of emotion. It is our hope that in coming decades, advances in science will offer new perspectives (视角) from which to study how people manage their lives. Emotional intelligence, with its focus on both head and heart, may serve to point us in the right direction.
8. What is a common misunderstanding of emotional intelligence
A. It can be measured by an IQ test. B. It helps to exercise a person’s mind.
C. It includes a set of emotional skills. D. It refers to a person’s positive qualities.
9. Why does the author mention “doctor” and “cheater” in paragraph 2
A. To explain a rule. B. To clarify a concept.
C. To present a fact. D. To make a prediction.
10. What is the author’s attitude to the popularization of emotional intelligence
A. Favorable. B. Intolerant.
C. Doubtful. D. Unclear.
11. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning emotional intelligence
A. Its appeal to the public. B. Expectations for future studies.
C. Its practical application. D. Scientists with new perspectives.
D
Plenty, an agricultural technology company in San Francisco, is reinventing farms and farming. Nater Storye, the company’s chief science officer says the future of the farms will be vertical (垂直的) and indoors, so food can be grown anywhere in the world all year round, and farms will employ robots and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the quality of growth for fruits and vegetables. Plenty does all those things but uses 95% less water and 99% less land.
As AI is on the rise, farmers on flat farms have been using new tools to make farming better or easier. In recent years, they have been using drones (无人机) and robots to improve efficiency. However, flat farms still use a lot of water and land, while a Plenty’s vertical farm can produce the same quantity of fruits and vegetables as a 720-acre flat farm, but on only 2 acres.
Plenty’s climate-controlled indoor farm has rows of plants growing vertically. There are LED lights shining on them, robots moving them around, and AI managing all the variables of water, temperature, and light. The conditions are so good that the production per acre is 400 times higher than that of an outdoor farm.
Another advantage of vertical farming is that the fruits and vegetables are grown at a warehouse nearby instead of 1,000 miles away or more from a city. That means many transportation miles are saved, which can reduce millions of tons of greenhouse gases every year and the price of fruits and vegetables will also go down. Imported (进口的) fruits and vegetables are more expensive, so poor people in society are at an extreme nutritional disadvantage. Vertical farms could cope with this problem.
Also, Plenty’s farms grow organic food without using herbicides (除草剂) or pesticides. They recycle all the water used, even catching the water in the air. The best farm in San Francisco is using 100% renewable energy.
Moreover, all the packaging is 100% recyclable, made of recycled plastic and specially designed to keep the food fresh longer to reduce food waste. Ideally, the company will branch out, opening farms across the country and beyond.
12. What can we learn from the first two paragraphs
A. Robots and AI used on vertical farms can quicken the growth of plants.
B. Fruits and vegetables grown on vertical farms are more tasty.
C Both land and water can be saved on vertical farms.
D. Plenty is the first company to grow crops on vertical farms.
13. What docs the underlined phrase “cope with” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Register. B. Improve. C. Present. D. Solve.
14. What can we infer about Plenty’s future vertical farms from the text
A. They will have more farms. B. They will only be run by robots and AI.
C. They will bring about terrible problems. D. They will completely take the place of flat farms.
15. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To question the possibility of vertical farming
B. To show the technologies of vertical farming.
C. To discuss the potential problems of vertical farming
D. To introduce and explain the benefits of vertical farming.
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,
They say once you learn to ride a bike, you never forget. Most of us learned to ride when we were kids, and many still wear our helmets, put our feet on the pedals, and shoot off for a ride on the streets. In recent times, cycling has seen an increase in popularity, so many people raise a question: ___16___
First, let’s look at the health benefits. Cycling can improve your cardiovascular (心血管的) health and burn extra body fat. Strengthening your muscles in your legs helps increase your potential torque (扭矩) and cadence (节奏). ___17___ A long ride in the countryside could help you clear your mind, or de-stress. But it’s not only about your body and mind there are also some plus sides for your wallet’s health.
Cycling can be a great way to go to work or get about town. ___18___ If you drive to work, sometimes finding somewhere to park can be a nightmare, whereas finding somewhere to chain your bike up can be much simpler. Then, on the subway, there are changes at stations and other people who go to work speaking loudly on their phones to deal with. ___19___ And if you’re worried about safety, there are designated cycle lanes in many major cities. In addition, wearing high-visibility clothing is another way to improve your safety when cycling on the roads.
___20___ It can help you reduce your carbon footprints. Not giving off greenhouse gases into the atmosphere is better for the planet and your own environment.
So, whether people want to cycle for their health, their wallet, the environment, or a combination of all of them —the popularity of cycling is on the rise.
A. What makes cycling so convenient
B. But cyclists face neither of these issues.
C. And people will choose to go to work by cycling.
D. This can save you a lot of money on fuel or public transportation.
E. Finally, cycling can also be good for the environment.
F. And the benefits from cycling aren’t just physical, but mental as well.
G. What makes it so attractive for people to take their bikes once again
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.
On cold morning, Lauren Passell, who had been training for an upcoming marathon, was on her way to work. Suddenly, she ___21___ on an icy sidewalk and injured her leg. She ___22___ it was nothing big. But it turned out to be more ___23___ than expected.
As she tried to get up, a woman ___24___ from the crowd and knelt beside her. “All I remember is seeing her kind face.” Passell ___25___. “She pushed everyone out of the way and said, ‘I’ve got this.’”
The woman ___26___ herself as Sharon Evans. As Evans helped Passell up, all Passell could think about was that she needed to get to ___27___. But she was in terrible pain, and could ___28___ stand. Seeing this, Evans told Passell to ___29___ while she called a taxi.
Once the taxi arrived, Evans got in with her. Passell tried to tell her that it wasn’t ____30____. But Evans insisted. When the cab ____31____ to the hospital, Evans paid for it. She got the wheel chair for Paussell, and wheeled her in. She helped her fill out the paperwork.
When it was time for Passell to be scan by doctors, Evans ____32____ her. The doctors told them she needed to have an immediate ____33____. If not, she couldn’t have walked again.
____34____ Evans’ help and the successful operation, Passell recovered quickly. “I might’ve never run again if Sharon hadn’t shown so much ____35____,” Passell said. She hoped one day she could pick someone off the sidewalk, just like Evans did for her.
21. A. paced B. slipped C. lay D. ran
22. A. figured B. doubted C. admitted D. confirmed
23. A. important B. embarrassing C. regretful D. serious
24. A. emerged B. heard C. drove D. gathered
25. A. argued B. recalled C. commented D. explained
26. A. remembered B. honored C. introduced D. identified
27. A. bed B. hospital C. training D. work
28. A. easily B. gradually C. immediately D. hardly
29. A. keep away B. get panicked C. stay put D. break down
30. A. helpful B. usual C. necessary D. worthy
31. A. took up B. turned up C. picked up D. pulled up
32. A. accompanied B. replaced C. defended D. comforted
33. A. surgery B. check C. rest D. solution
34. A. In spite of B. Thanks to C. But for D. In case of
35. A. confidence B. kindness C. gratitude D. admiration
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.
Paper-making is traditionally believed to have been invented by Cai Lun during the Eastern Han Dynasty. Till today, the paper-making technology ___36___ (recognize) by the world for its remarkable contribution in promoting the development of human civilization. Though paper-making is one of the four great inventions of our country, the development of high-end watercolor paper started ___37___ (relative) late.
Shi Liming, ___38___ paper-making craftsman in Baoding, Hebei province, has been working on the development of high-quality domestic (国内的) watercolor paper for more than three decades in the industry. ___39___ (build) in 1992 in Baoding, Shi’s factory, the Baoding Huarong Paper Factory, makes products ___40___ domestic markets and customers in more than 40 countries.
His factory mainly produces paper for watercolor, oil painting and industrial use, with great efforts ___41___ (aim) at producing high-quality watercolor paper. While ___42___ (make) the watercolor paper, Shi devotes himself to showing the ___43___ (excellent) of Chinese art and craftsmanship.
Later, Shi set up the Baohong Art Museum ___44___ (promote) paper-related knowledge and artistic experience. The museum contains various exhibition areas for multiple functions, ____45____ visitors can experience making paper by hand and other interesting hand-on activities.
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华，打算参加由 China Daily 举办的主题为My Chinese Dream的英文征文比赛，你写了一篇文章，想要请外教Henry帮忙修改、润色。请你给他发一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 提出请求；
2. 表示感谢
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯；
3. 提示词汇：润色 polish
Dear Henry,
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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.
My New Brother
I was in my room, feeling unwilling to head to the community theatre with my brother Henry. He had recently been adopted by my parents and I was not in the mood for being on stage with him.
“Kirstie, come here,” my mom called. Following her voice, I found her outside the bathroom, holding a wet book. She gave the book a shake. “Henry’s book was in the bathtub. Did you put it there ” She glared at me, something she had never done before Henry came to our home. I hadn’t wet his book on purpose. Rain drops fell from my eyes. To make matters worse, she promised to buy him a new copy. My heart ached. Henry was stealing my mother’s love. He was ruining any life.
Meanwhile, Henry was nearby, absorbed in working on a complicated rope knot (绳结). something he liked to do. Why did a boy like him like doing girl work It seemed far from manly (男子汉气概).
Soon, it was time to set off to the community theatre. As Henry walked ahead of us to the car, my mom took me aside and said in a low voice, “It will be Henry’s first time on stage. Be kind to him, honey.” I nodded but sighed (叹气). I hadn’t always found it this difficult to be kind. But since Henry had moved in, everything felt different. The theatre used to be a special place for my parents and me. With Henry involved, it didn’t seem so special any more.
Finally, it was our stage time. My heart beat wildly. I forgot my annoyance at Henry for a while. As we kids lined up, ready to act out our short play, I realized how loosely I had tick the draw string on my skirt. However, my hands acre full. If only someone could help me out.
注意： (1) 续写词数应为150左右； (2)请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Right then, Henry sensed my embarrassment.
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After the performance, I found Henry and tapped him on the arm gratefully.
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答案版
第Ⅰ卷
注意事项:
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上.
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）
第一节（共5小题: 每小题1.5分, 满分75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 will the speakers go out for dinner
A. At 6: 30. B. At 7: 30. C. At 8: 00.
2. Who is sick
A. Sue. B. Jake. C. David.
3. What did the woman do last week
A. She helped her grandma. B. She went to a restaurant. C. She cooked food.
4. What does the woman decide to do
A. Change her diet. B. Do more sports. C. Drink warm milk
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. The man's course. B. The man's future job C. The man's father.
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 service is the discount on
A. The hair styling. B. The hair washing. C. The hair coloring.
7. How much will the man spend on his hair
A. $20. B. $35. C. $40.
听第7段材料, 回答第8、9题.
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A Mother and son. B. Father and daughter. C. Husband and wife.
9. What does the man remind the woman to do
A. Manage to get a promotion. B. Pay less for child care. C. Balance work and life.
听第8段材料, 回答第10至12题.
10. Where does the man come from
A. Sweden. B. Ghana. C. Britain.
11. What do we know about old people in Ghana
A. They are sent to nursing homes. B. They live with their families. C. They live in separate flats.
12. What does the woman say about nursing homes
A. They're mostly terrible. B. They're good in general. C. They're not allowed visitors.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题.
13. What is the woman responsible for
A. A charity run. B. A product promotion. C. A volunteering project.
14. What does the woman think of the event
A Difficult. B. Successful. C. Worthwhile.
15. What does the man agree to do
A. Promote the event. B. Go to the hospital. C. Visit sick kids.
16. Who will the man contact
A. The neighborhood. B. The hospital. C. His friends.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题.
17. Why did the speaker go to Mexico
A. To learn its culture. B. To take a job. C. To study a language.
18. What was the speaker taught by looking after the dog
A. Understanding. B. Patience. C. Determination.
19. What made the speaker excited
A. Taking classes. B. Talking to the locals. C. Learning about the country.
20. How does the speaker feel about the move now
A. Positive. B. Uncomfortable. C. Worried.
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
Summer Writing Program Guide for Teens
Spend your summer with teens (aged 13—19) from over 100 countries as you experiment with words, try your hand at new styles and work with respected professionals to create pieces you’re proud of ... all without leaving your home!
Whether you are good at or new to putting down your thoughts on paper, we welcome you to join today and spend a week or an entire summer with teenagers of your age worldwide!
Our workshops includes:
College Essay
Go from college essay ideas to execution (执行) in this week-long workshop. Students will gain with a fully drafted, standout personal statement in hand, and plenty of writing resources.
Flash Fiction
In this workshop, we’ll explore how a set word count (固定字数) ranging from 5 to 1,000 words can lead to creative freedom, allowing authors to develop their micro-fiction story to its most effective message.
Humor Writing
When it comes to comedy, there is delicate art involved in making people laugh. In this workshop, we’ll learn how to use words to share humor with the world.
Science Fiction
Work towards the creation of a science fiction story, and connect with a professional author for advice on making your story shine.
Online registration is open now. Space is limited. Join us quickly! Register for 2 or 2+ workshops and you can get 20% off.
1. What is the purpose of the summer writing program
A. To give teens professional tips.
B. To help teens connect with professionals.
C. To improve teens’ writing ability.
D. To offer teens entertaining activities.
2. Which workshop will a short story lover choose
A. College Essay.
B. Flash Fiction.
C. Humor Writing.
D. Science Fiction.
3. How can teens get a discount
A. Join over 1 workshop.
B. Sign up online.
C. Apply in advance.
D. Register in groups.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
B
It’s been more than 60 years since Jane Goodall started her pioneering work. In 1960, she was chosen to go to what is now Tanzania and study the little-known world of chimpanzees. Since then, Goodall has received many awards and honorary degrees as a world-famous conservationist (自然环境保护主义者). Now, Goodall has received an unusual honor. She is becoming a toy — a Barbie doll.
Goodall may not have expected to become a Barbie at 88 years old — but it’s not just any doll, it’s made out of recycled plastic. And Barbie is partnering with the Jane Goodall Foundation and its Roots & Shoots program which inspires young people to protect animals and the environment.
“You know, the main message is that every day you live, you make an influence on the planet and you get to choose what sort of influence you make,” Goodall said.
“There was a little boy of 7 in Burundi, and I had given a talk to the school and he came up to me and said, ‘If I pick out a piece of trash every day, it will make a difference, won’t it ’ And I said, ‘Yes it will. And suppose you persuade (劝说) 10 of your friends to pick up a piece of rubbish every day.’ He said, ‘Oh, that would really make a difference and then they could all get 10 of their friends, couldn’t they ’ Goodall said, “So, that’s it. The cumulative (积累的) effect of small actions can lead to big change.”
She’s been inspiring young people for decades, but now, newer generations will get to know Jane Goodall. “I sincerely hope that it will help to create more interest in the natural world,” she said about the Barbie. “Because hopefully, you know, they’ll learn more about me through the doll. And that will get them interested. It doesn’t really matter if they have a career in conservation, as long as they pay attention to conservation in their daily lives.”
4. What is the intention of Barbie’s making a doll of Jane Goodall
A. To give Jane Goodall a surprise.
B. To test the quality of recycled plastic.
C. To encourage environmental protection.
D. To start a cooperative research program.
5. What idea does Goodall’s conversation with the little boy mainly convey
A. Everyone can make an impact on the planet.
B. Children will make the future world a better place.
C Every child should pick up a piece of rubbish every day.
D. The accumulation of tiny actions makes a great difference.
6. What is Goodall’s attitude towards the Barbie doll
A. Critical. B. Supportive.
C. Disapproving. D. Doubtful.
7. Which of the following could be the best title for the text
A. Jane Goodall’s Good Expectation of Nature Conservation
B. Young People’s Strong Interest in Nature Conservation
C. Great Popularity of a New Barbie Doll of Jane Goodall
D. Inspire Newer Generations to Care About Conservation Through a Doll
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. B 7. D
C
Popularization has in some cases changed the original meaning of emotional (情感的) intelligence. Many people now misunderstand emotional intelligence as almost everything desirable in a person's makeup that cannot be measured by an IQ test, such as character, motivation, confidence, mental stability, optimism and “people skills.” Research has shown that emotional skills may contribute to some of these qualities, but most of them move far beyond skill-based emotional intelligence.
We prefer to describe emotional intelligence as a specific set of skills that can be used for either good or bad purposes. The ability to accurately understand how others are feeling may be used by a doctor to find how best to help her patients, while a cheater might use it to control potential victims. Being emotionally intelligent does not necessarily make one a moral person.
Although popular beliefs regarding emotional intelligence run far ahead of what research can reasonably support, the overall effects of the publicity have been more beneficial than harmful. The most positive aspect of this popularization is a new and much needed emphasis (重视) on emotion by employers, educators and others interested in promoting social well-being. The popularization of emotional intelligence has helped both the public and researchers re-evaluate the functionality of emotions and how they serve people adaptively in everyday life.
Although the continuing popular appeal of emotional intelligence is desirable, we hope that such attention will excite a greater interest in the scientific and scholarly study of emotion. It is our hope that in coming decades, advances in science will offer new perspectives (视角) from which to study how people manage their lives. Emotional intelligence, with its focus on both head and heart, may serve to point us in the right direction.
8. What is a common misunderstanding of emotional intelligence
A. It can be measured by an IQ test. B. It helps to exercise a person’s mind.
C. It includes a set of emotional skills. D. It refers to a person’s positive qualities.
9 Why does the author mention “doctor” and “cheater” in paragraph 2
A. To explain a rule. B. To clarify a concept.
C. To present a fact. D. To make a prediction.
10. What is the author’s attitude to the popularization of emotional intelligence
A. Favorable. B. Intolerant.
C. Doubtful. D. Unclear.
11. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning emotional intelligence
A. Its appeal to the public. B. Expectations for future studies.
C. Its practical application. D. Scientists with new perspectives.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. A 11. B
D
Plenty, an agricultural technology company in San Francisco, is reinventing farms and farming. Nater Storye, the company’s chief science officer says the future of the farms will be vertical (垂直的) and indoors, so food can be grown anywhere in the world all year round, and farms will employ robots and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the quality of growth for fruits and vegetables. Plenty does all those things but uses 95% less water and 99% less land.
As AI is on the rise, farmers on flat farms have been using new tools to make farming better or easier. In recent years, they have been using drones (无人机) and robots to improve efficiency. However, flat farms still use a lot of water and land, while a Plenty’s vertical farm can produce the same quantity of fruits and vegetables as a 720-acre flat farm, but on only 2 acres.
Plenty’s climate-controlled indoor farm has rows of plants growing vertically. There are LED lights shining on them, robots moving them around, and AI managing all the variables of water, temperature, and light. The conditions are so good that the production per acre is 400 times higher than that of an outdoor farm.
Another advantage of vertical farming is that the fruits and vegetables are grown at a warehouse nearby instead of 1,000 miles away or more from a city. That means many transportation miles are saved, which can reduce millions of tons of greenhouse gases every year and the price of fruits and vegetables will also go down. Imported (进口的) fruits and vegetables are more expensive, so poor people in society are at an extreme nutritional disadvantage. Vertical farms could cope with this problem.
Also, Plenty’s farms grow organic food without using herbicides (除草剂) or pesticides. They recycle all the water used, even catching the water in the air. The best farm in San Francisco is using 100% renewable energy.
Moreover, all the packaging is 100% recyclable, made of recycled plastic and specially designed to keep the food fresh longer to reduce food waste. Ideally, the company will branch out, opening farms across the country and beyond.
12. What can we learn from the first two paragraphs
A. Robots and AI used on vertical farms can quicken the growth of plants.
B. Fruits and vegetables grown on vertical farms are more tasty.
C. Both land and water can be saved on vertical farms.
D. Plenty is the first company to grow crops on vertical farms.
13. What docs the underlined phrase “cope with” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Register. B. Improve. C. Present. D. Solve.
14. What can we infer about Plenty’s future vertical farms from the text
A. They will have more farms. B. They will only be run by robots and AI.
C. They will bring about terrible problems. D. They will completely take the place of flat farms.
15. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To question the possibility of vertical farming
B. To show the technologies of vertical farming.
C. To discuss the potential problems of vertical farming
D. To introduce and explain the benefits of vertical farming.
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. A 15. D
第二节（共5小题: 每小题2.5分, 满分 12.5分）
阅读下面短文、从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项. 选项中有两项为多余选项,
They say once you learn to ride a bike, you never forget. Most of us learned to ride when we were kids, and many still wear our helmets, put our feet on the pedals, and shoot off for a ride on the streets. In recent times, cycling has seen an increase in popularity, so many people raise a question: ___16___
First, let’s look at the health benefits. Cycling can improve your cardiovascular (心血管的) health and burn extra body fat. Strengthening your muscles in your legs helps increase your potential torque (扭矩) and cadence (节奏). ___17___ A long ride in the countryside could help you clear your mind, or de-stress. But it’s not only about your body and mind there are also some plus sides for your wallet’s health.
Cycling can be a great way to go to work or get about town. ___18___ If you drive to work, sometimes finding somewhere to park can be a nightmare, whereas finding somewhere to chain your bike up can be much simpler. Then, on the subway, there are changes at stations and other people who go to work speaking loudly on their phones to deal with. ___19___ And if you’re worried about safety, there are designated cycle lanes in many major cities. In addition, wearing high-visibility clothing is another way to improve your safety when cycling on the roads.
___20___ It can help you reduce your carbon footprints. Not giving off greenhouse gases into the atmosphere is better for the planet and your own environment.
So, whether people want to cycle for their health, their wallet, the environment, or a combination of all of them —the popularity of cycling is on the rise.
A. What makes cycling so convenient
B. But cyclists face neither of these issues.
C. And people will choose to go to work by cycling.
D. This can save you a lot of money on fuel or public transportation.
E. Finally, cycling can also be good for the environment.
F. And the benefits from cycling aren’t just physical, but mental as well.
G. What makes it so attractive for people to take their bikes once again
【答案】16. G 17. F 18. D 19. B 20. E
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.
On cold morning, Lauren Passell, who had been training for an upcoming marathon, was on her way to work. Suddenly, she ___21___ on an icy sidewalk and injured her leg. She ___22___ it was nothing big. But it turned out to be more ___23___ than expected.
As she tried to get up, a woman ___24___ from the crowd and knelt beside her. “All I remember is seeing her kind face.” Passell ___25___. “She pushed everyone out of the way and said, ‘I’ve got this.’”
The woman ___26___ herself as Sharon Evans. As Evans helped Passell up, all Passell could think about was that she needed to get to ___27___. But she was in terrible pain, and could ___28___ stand. Seeing this, Evans told Passell to ___29___ while she called a taxi.
Once the taxi arrived, Evans got in with her. Passell tried to tell her that it wasn’t ____30____. But Evans insisted. When the cab ____31____ to the hospital, Evans paid for it. She got the wheel chair for Paussell, and wheeled her in. She helped her fill out the paperwork.
When it was time for Passell to be scan by doctors, Evans ____32____ her. The doctors told them she needed to have an immediate ____33____. If not, she couldn’t have walked again.
____34____ Evans’ help and the successful operation, Passell recovered quickly. “I might’ve never run again if Sharon hadn’t shown so much ____35____,” Passell said. She hoped one day she could pick someone off the sidewalk, just like Evans did for her.
21. A. paced B. slipped C. lay D. ran
22. A. figured B. doubted C. admitted D. confirmed
23. A. important B. embarrassing C. regretful D. serious
24. A. emerged B. heard C. drove D. gathered
25. A. argued B. recalled C. commented D. explained
26. A. remembered B. honored C. introduced D. identified
27. A. bed B. hospital C. training D. work
28. A. easily B. gradually C. immediately D. hardly
29. A. keep away B. get panicked C. stay put D. break down
30. A. helpful B. usual C. necessary D. worthy
31. A. took up B. turned up C. picked up D. pulled up
32. A. accompanied B. replaced C. defended D. comforted
33. A. surgery B. check C. rest D. solution
34. A. In spite of B. Thanks to C. But for D. In case of
35. A. confidence B. kindness C. gratitude D. admiration
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. D 28. D 29. C 30. C 31. D 32. A 33. A 34. B 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.
Paper-making is traditionally believed to have been invented by Cai Lun during the Eastern Han Dynasty. Till today, the paper-making technology ___36___ (recognize) by the world for its remarkable contribution in promoting the development of human civilization. Though paper-making is one of the four great inventions of our country, the development of high-end watercolor paper started ___37___ (relative) late.
Shi Liming, ___38___ paper-making craftsman in Baoding, Hebei province, has been working on the development of high-quality domestic (国内的) watercolor paper for more than three decades in the industry. ___39___ (build) in 1992 in Baoding, Shi’s factory, the Baoding Huarong Paper Factory, makes products ___40___ domestic markets and customers in more than 40 countries.
His factory mainly produces paper for watercolor, oil painting and industrial use, with great efforts ___41___ (aim) at producing high-quality watercolor paper. While ___42___ (make) the watercolor paper, Shi devotes himself to showing the ___43___ (excellent) of Chinese art and craftsmanship.
Later, Shi set up the Baohong Art Museum ___44___ (promote) paper-related knowledge and artistic experience. The museum contains various exhibition areas for multiple functions, ____45____ visitors can experience making paper by hand and other interesting hand-on activities.
【答案】36. is recognized
37. relatively
38. a 39. Built
40. for 41. aimed
42. making 43. excellence
44. to promote
45. where
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华，打算参加由 China Daily 举办的主题为My Chinese Dream的英文征文比赛，你写了一篇文章，想要请外教Henry帮忙修改、润色。请你给他发一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 提出请求；
2. 表示感谢。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节 以使行文连贯；
3. 提示词汇：润色 polish
Dear Henry,
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Henry,
I’m writing to ask whether you are able to do me a favor.
Encouraged by my parents and head teacher, I will take part in the English essay contest held by China Daily. The theme of the contest is My Chinese Dream, which inspires us to give our own definition and interpretation of the concept based on our own experiences. I have written an article and I need your help. Will it be convenient for you to point out some possible grammatical mistakes and polish the article for me
I would appreciate it if you could help me. Looking forward to your early reply.
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.
My New Brother
I was in my room, feeling unwilling to head to the community theatre with my brother Henry. He had recently been adopted by my parents and I was not in the mood for being on stage with him.
“Kirstie, come here,” my mom called. Following her voice, I found her outside the bathroom, holding a wet book. She gave the book a shake. “Henry’s book was in the bathtub. Did you put it there ” She glared at me, something she had never done before Henry came to our home. I hadn’t wet his book on purpose. Rain drops fell from my eyes. To make matters worse, she promised to buy him a new copy. My heart ached. Henry was stealing my mother’s love. He was ruining any life.
Meanwhile, Henry was nearby, absorbed in working on a complicated rope knot (绳结). something he liked to do. Why did a boy like him like doing girl work It seemed far from manly (男子汉气概).
Soon, it was time to set off to the community theatre. As Henry walked ahead of us to the car, my mom took me aside and said in a low voice, “It will be Henry’s first time on stage. Be kind to him, honey.” I nodded but sighed (叹气). I hadn’t always found it this difficult to be kind. But since Henry had moved in, everything felt different. The theatre used to be a special place for my parents and me. With Henry involved, it didn’t seem so special any more.
Finally, it was our stage time. My heart beat wildly. I forgot my annoyance at Henry for a while. As we kids lined up, ready to act out our short play, I realized how loosely I had tick the draw string on my skirt. However, my hands acre full. If only someone could help me out.
注意： (1) 续写词数应为150左右； (2)请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Right then, Henry sensed my embarrassment.
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After the performance, I found Henry and tapped him on the arm gratefully.
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【答案】
Right then, Henry sensed my embarrassment. He immediately came to my aid. He pulled up my skirt and skillfully tied the drawstring with a beautiful knot. Seeing what Henry did for me, something deep in my mind began to change. It seemed as if my cold heart began to melt slowly and my annoyance at him gradually gave way to guilt. I regretted having treated him as a stranger. While my mind was wandering, our performance time came. It turned out a great success, thunderous applause filling the whole theatre.
After the performance, I found Henry and tapped him on the arm gratefully. “Thanks,” I said with a grateful smile on my face. I had to admit that but for his timely help, I would have been extremely embarrassed. Without his knotting skill, the performance would have been quite different. “KNOT a problem. You are my sister,” he grinned innocently, saying humorously. Surrounded by the cheerful atmosphere, I felt a flood of warmth of a big family. Maybe it wouldn’t be so bad to have a new person in my corner of the world after all.
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