辽宁省沈阳市第120中学2024-2025学年高一上学期第一次质量监测英语试题（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

2024-2025学年辽宁省沈阳市第120中学高一上学期第一次质量监测英语试题
满分：150分时间：120分钟
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Who will take the woman home today
A. Eric. B. Tommy. C. Jane.
2. What paying method does Tim mostly suggest
A. WeChat pay. B. Bank cards. C. Credit cards.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A festival. B. An ancestor. C. A kind of food.
4. When does the woman’s flight take off
A. This Saturday. B. This Sunday. C. This Friday.
5. What does the woman mean
A. It’s extremely hot outside. B. She wants to swim. C. Swimming is good for health.
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. Why did the man choose the cafe around the corner
A. For its better taste. B. For its shorter distance. C. For its lower price.
7. How much will the woman pay
A. 10 dollars. B. 16 dollars. C. 20 dollars.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What job may the man want
A. A waiter. B. A science teacher. C. A lab assistant.
9. Where can the man get information about the jobs
A. From his teachers. B. In his school lab. C. On the university website.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What happens to the woman’s T-shirt
A. It becomes smaller. B. It becomes pink. C. It becomes dirty.
11. What does the woman want the man to do
A. Follow the instructions. B. Dry-clean the T-shirt. C. Throw away the label.
12. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Boss and employee. B. Teacher and student. C. Husband and wife.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the woman doing
A. Driving a car. B. Seeing a doctor. C. Watching TV.
14. Why was the woman worried
A. She would wear glasses all the time.
B. Her sight became worse than before.
C. Something more serious might happen to her.
15. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Take off her glasses. B. Use computers less. C. Do eye exams regularly.
16. What is the woman’s attitude towards wearing glasses
A. Positive. B. Negative. C. Unclear.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What’s Interesting Culture
A. A radio program. B. A school lecture. C. A social organization.
18. Where does a person sing songs in western karaoke
A. At a table. B. On a stage. C. In a room.
19. Who usually controls the songs in western karaoke
A. The singer. B. The audience. C. The DJ.
20. How does a singer choose songs in China’s karaoke
A. By writing on a paper. B. By selecting on a screen. C. By turning to the DJ.
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
Hong Kong and Macau are home to several well-known universities that offer diverse courses and programs to students. Here are some of the universities and their key information.
The University of Hong Kong (HKU)
This university is one of the oldest and most prestigious in Asia, offering undergraduate, graduate, and research programs in various fields. Popular majors include business, engineering, law, and medicine. Admission requirements vary depending on the program, but all applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be fluent in English. HKU offers scholarships and financial assistance to both local and international students.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
This university is famous for its programs in science, engineering, and business. It also offers programs in social sciences and humanities. Admission requirements include high academic achievement and language proficiency (English). HKUST provides a range of scholarships and financial aid packages to deserving students.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
This university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in areas such as business, science, social sciences, and humanities. Admission requirements include academic performance, language proficiency (English and Chinese) and personal qualities. CUHK provides scholarships for students from different backgrounds and regions.
The University of Macau (UM)
This university is the only public comprehensive university in Macau, offering programs in business, science, social sciences, humanities, and education. Admission requirements vary depending on the program, but all applicants must be fluent in English or Portuguese. UM offers scholarships only for local students and does not provide accommodation for any students.
1. What majors are liked and chosen more at the University of Hong Kong
A. Science engineering, and business. B. Al technology and English.
C. Business, engineering, law, and medicine. D. Business, science, social sciences, and humanities.
2. Which of the following statements about the University of Macau is CORRECT
A. UM does not provide financial aid to international students.
B. UM is one of the best public universities in Macau.
C. UM has the best business program in Macau.
D. UM does not admit international students.
3. What do the four universities mentioned in the passage have in common
A. They all have high tuition fees. B. They all offer great scholarships.
C. They all have high-quality dormitories. D. They all have language requirements.
B
I was so worried about handing my little boy over during his first week of school, but you made it easier. You smiled at him like a mother would at her own child. You showed warmth and your hugs were always on offer. After a day in class with you, Charlie would come home singing. Whenever I hear Do Your Ears Hang Low or see him stretching to the sky when singing about the days of the week, I will think of you. I didn’t tell you at the time, but I loved your morning song so much that I implemented it in my own class (I’m a teacher, too).
When you saw I was troubled, you hugged me with your smile and I knew everything would be OK. You made parents feel as cared for as our children. In the short time I knew you; you taught me about the type of teacher I desire to be. You never seemed disturbed by the mountain of paperwork or impossible work-life balance that comes with the role. Instead, you appeared to embrace every minute.
I can’t understand why you’ve been taken from us. Telling Charlie was one of the hardest things I’ve had to do. I’m not sure he fully understands, but he told me he loved you and has been asking whether your “robot powers” will work in heaven.
A friend once told me white feathers are angels telling us that loved ones in heaven are well. On the first day collecting the children without you, a white feather floated through the sleet (雨夹雪). Watching the younger ones bounce and giggle as they tried to catch it was beautiful.
I wish I had told you all of this when you were with us. I hope that you knew how you brought happiness to everyone you met and how loved you were. Goodbye, Dear Friend.
4. What does the underlined word “implemented” in Paragraph I probably mean
A. Put up with. B. Made use of.
C. Thought highly of. D. Looked back on.
5. What can be inferred about parents from the passage
A. They find it hard to handle their kids.
B. They need to sing songs before children.
C They find it necessary to hug the teachers.
D. They need to feel the love and attention as well.
6. The writer mentioned “white feather” in Paragraph 4 mainly to________.
A. inform us of someone’s death
B. remind us it’s time for a snowball fight
C. tell us the teacher stays in our mind after death
D. warn us of the falling snow when collecting children
7. What’s the writer’s main purpose in writing this article
A. To take pity on her fellow teacher. B. To say goodbye to her fellow teacher.
C. To make a remark on Charlie’s teacher. D. To recall and show respect for Charlie’s teacher.
C
For more than a decade, a team of researchers have studied the dynamics of the Greenland Ice Sheet as it responds to a warming climate. But while much of their focus has been on waters impacts on ice sheet change, their most recent research findings have overturned the order of their thinking. Meierbachtol, Harper and their team discovered that changes in the ice sheet have a real impact on the massive groundwater system underlying Greenland.
This latest discovery occurred thanks to a marriage of drilling techniques. International cooperators made an angled hole 650 meters through bedrock underneath a Greenland glacier (冰川)to measure groundwater conditions under the ice. Meanwhile, researchers drilled 32 holes from atop the glacier, through nearly a kilometer of ice, to measure water conditions at the area between ice and bedrock, which forms an important boundary controlling groundwater flow below. After drilling, the team fixed sensors in the ice column and at the ice sheet bed to measure ice dynamics and water conditions as water flows under the ice.
“By studying areas covered by ice 10,000 years ago, we have known that the huge mass and vast amounts of water from melting ice can impact the underlying groundwater,” Meierbachtol said. “It’s generally accepted that the groundwater is sleeping over decades to centuries and its response to ice sheet change is long: thousands of years. But what we’ve shown here is that it is immediate.”
This new understanding could have important subsequent effects on how Greenland’s thinning impacts the Arctic. The thinning ice could reduce the rate of groundwater flow to the ocean, changing the water temperature and salinity (盐度)balance that is important for ocean circulation (循环)patterns. “In thinking about the complex feedbacks from Greenland’s ongoing change, we have really ignored the groundwater component,” Harper said.
8. How do the researchers feel about the result of the recent study
A. Satisfied. B. Disappointed. C. Surprised. D. Doubtful.
9. What contributes most to the new research about the Greenland Ice Sheet
A. Fixing sensors into ice sheet.
B. Close international cooperation.
C. Advanced rock drilling technology.
D. A combination of two drilling approaches.
10. What is a misunderstanding of the groundwater under glaciers
A. It has a very large volume. B. It is inactive for a long time.
C. Its component is complex. D. Its temperature is changeable.
11. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. Water Impacts the Greenland’s Ice Sheet
B. Longlasting Effects of Global Warming on the Arctic
C. Newly Discovered Groundwater Resources in Greenland
D. Greenland’s Groundwater Changes with Thinning Ice Sheet
D
Many people believe that working to the maximum is the secret to success, but research has found that moderation(适度) also gets results on the job.
In a study led by Ellen Langer of Harvard University, researchers asked people to translate sentences into a new made-up language. Subjects who practiced the language moderately beforehand made fewer errors than those who practiced extensively or not at all. High levels of knowledge can make people too attached to traditional ways of viewing problems across fields the arts, sciences, and politics. High conscientiousness is related to lower job performance, especially in simple jobs where it doesn’t pay to be a perfectionist.
How long we stay on the clock and how we spend that time are under careful examination in many workplaces. The young banker who eats lunch at his desk is probably seen as a go-getter, while his colleagues who chat over a relaxed conference-room meal get dirty looks from the corner office. “People from cultures that value relationships more than ours does are shocked by the thought of eating alone in front of a computer”, says Art Markman, a professor of psychology at the University of Texas, Austin. Social interaction has been shown to lift mood(情绪) and get people thinking in new directions and in ways that could help improve any post-lunch effort.
Markman also promotes off-task time. “Part of being a good thinker is experiencing things that are seemingly unrelated to what you are working on at the moment but give you fresh ideas about your work,” he says. “Also, there is a lot of research showing that a positive mood leads to higher levels of productivity and creativity. So, when people do things to increase their life satisfaction, they also make themselves more effective at work.”
12. What does Ellen Langer’s study show
A. It is worthwhile to be a perfectionist B. Translation makes people knowledgeable.
C. Simpler jobs require greater caution. D. Moderate effort produces the best result.
13. The underlined word “go-getter” in paragraph 3 refers to someone Who_______.
A. is good at handling pressure B. works hard to become successful
C. a has a natural talent for his job. D. gets on well with his co-workers
14. What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A. A good thinker is able to inspire other people.
B. Experience unrelated to your job is useless.
C A cheerful mood helps make a creative mind.
D. Focusing on what you do raises productivity.
15. What does the text seem to advocate
A. Middle-of-the-road work habits. B. Balance between work and family.
C. Long-standing cultural traditions. D. Harmony in the work environment.
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。
How to Get the Most out of Every Book You Read
Reading books can be one of life’s greatest pleasures and learning experiences. However, many of us struggle to remember and apply what we’ve read. Especially if you’re reading a book for more than just the pleasure of it, you have to do more than just turn over its pages. ____16____.
Set clear goals before reading
Understanding why you’re reading a book can significantly impact how you approach it. The right goal will help you pay attention to what’s most important. If you’re reading a book about photography, you may want to pay particular attention to the images. ____17____.
Make summaries for every chapter
After finishing a chapter, take a few minutes to summarize it in your own words. ____18____. It also creates a handy reference guide for the future. Summarizing can be a creative process, too. Try using bullet points, mind maps, or one-liners to capture the essence of each chapter.
Apply what you’ve learned
____19____. If a book teaches you a new approach to time management, try implementing it in your daily routine. If a novel provides a moral lesson, reflect on how it applies to your life. This active application ensures that the book leaves a lasting impact.
____20____
The process of reading doesn’t end when you turn the last page. Regularly revisiting your notes, summaries, and reflections keeps the material fresh and relevant. Consider setting aside time each month to review previous reads and reflect how they’ve shaped your thoughts and actions. Not for every book, of course, just for the most influential ones.
A. Review and reflect
B. Repeat reading for more resources
C. Here we will explore actionable ways to maximize the benefits of reading
D. You may notice details, themes, or ideas that were hidden during your first reading
E. Taking action on what you’ve read turns theoretical knowledge into practical wisdom
F. This exercise deepens your understanding and helps identify the central themes and ideas
G. So spend some time reflecting on what you hope to achieve and let that guide your reading process
第三部分 英语知识运用(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。
My parents live in the foothills of Santa Barbara, California. They’d been talking about wanting to set up some camera traps, just to see what sorts of animals were ____21____ nearby.
Last year, I received an e-mail from my dad, under a subject line: “Secret creature ” There was no body text, but attached was a ____22____, just 10 seconds, shot in the night vision. It showed a tiny creature, ____23____ down a driveway. The animal stops midway, turns slightly and then disappears into the ____24____. Watching it again, I still couldn’t ____25____ it but noticed that the driveway looked oddly ____26____. It was my childhood home. I guess my parents’ camera was finally ____27____ in our backyard.
Soon, more e-mails with more videos came in. By the end of this February, my father had ____28____ a pair of rabbits, plus more foxes. He had also ____29____ the case of the secret creature in last year’s video. It was a raccoon(浣熊) that became _____30_____ because it lost its tail. “Can you believe it ” my father laughed _____31_____ on the telephone - he was just overjoyed about his great _____32_____.
For me, the pleasure in watching these videos was that they’ve turned our familiar backyard into a place full of _____33_____. In some sense, it serves as a(n) _____34_____: even in the places we think we know best, there’s always more to explore and _____35_____ about.
21. A. struggling B. settling C. escaping D. wandering
22. A. photo B. message C. video D. poster
23. A. dancing B. inching C. driving D. rushing
24. A. downtown B. darkness C. cold D. trap
25. A. impress B. approach C. identify D. memorize
26. A. obvious B. visible C. familiar D. accessible
27. A. under construction B. in place C. on display D. in sight
28. A. hunted B. rescued C. tracked D. missed
29. A. observed B. solved C. witnessed D. reflected
30. A. unrecognizable B. unpredictable C. unbelievable D. unacceptable
31. A. respectfully B. regretfully C. confusedly D. excitedly
32. A. discovery B. expectation C. description D. assumption
33. A. challenge B. curiosity C. opportunities D. secrets
34. A. comment B. reminder C. warning D. option
35. A. wonder B. argue C. complain D. dream
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。
Bianzhong is an ancient Chinese musical instrument ____36____ consists of a set of bronze (青铜) bells. The most ____37____ (impress) one at present is a set of 65 bells unearthed in 1978 from the tomb (墓) of Zenghouyi in Hubei Province, of which the largest ____38____ (weigh) 203.6 kilograms.
Bianzhong first appeared in the Shang Dynasty when 3 to 5 bells ____39____ (put) together to make music. At that time, bianzhong was unique in shape and the surface was decorated ____40____ various patterns. During the Western Zhou Dynasty, 8 bells together made music and bianzhong was ____41____ (wide) used in performances for royals. In the late Spring and Autumn Period, more bells were added ____42____ (make) a complete set. After the Qin and Han Dynasties, with the shape of bianzhong ____43____ (transform), most of the bells were round and each bell made only one sound.
After 500 years, bianzhong began to decline in ____44____ (popular). Few people knew about the techniques of making bianzhong and its sound quality decreased. ____45____ is inspiring is that some people are working on changing this situation now with the help of technology and introducing this instrument to more people.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，正在伦敦交流学习。你所在学校将举办寒假训练营，开设以下课程：烹饪，急救，游泳，篮球及足球。请你写一封申请信，报名参加其中一门课程学习。内容包括：
1.你感兴趣的一门课程；
2.为什么想学这门课程；
3.你期望从中学到什么。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式作答。
Dear Sir/ Madam
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
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。
Throughout our lives, we have encountered a lot of people that have influenced us in some sense. Their effect may be for one day or a lifetime. Often, you don’t realize how much influence someone has made on you until a particular moment. The man who made a big influence on me was my father.
Three months after turning fourteen, my life was great. I was getting settled into a high school; my grades were already getting better and I was making friends.
One day, when I got back from school, I went to the sitting room and saw my parents having a conversation. They came up to me and asked me to take a seat, because they wanted to say something very important. I soon found out that my dad’s liver(肝脏) was failing and he needed an immediate transplant(器官移植). I was surprised and bewildered(不知所措的) because my father looked all right. He worked, and he didn’t seem ill. My parents said I shouldn’t be afraid, because it was going to be all right. Four months had gone by, and my father had yet to get a new liver. It looked as if his body was steadily worsening, but he kept saying, “Dear, everything will be just fine.”
It was becoming difficult for me and my family. My father had to give up work, and my mother was the sole breadwinner(养家糊口的人). I had to bear the responsibilities of cleaning up the house making food, and looking after my father when my mother was at work. I had to limit my time with my friends, because my father started coming in and out of the hospital. My concentration on the subject was beginning to slip away. So were my grades. Two days before my school spring break, my mother got a phone call from the hospital, saying my father had an accident and was in hospital. What surprised me was that my father wasn’t injured at all. Then the next day, my mother got a phone call from the doctor saying that there was a liver that matched my dad’s body and that he needed to get to the hospital immediately.
注意：
1.续写词数应为 150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
My parents and I hurried to the hospital.
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I had to take on so many responsibilities at home.
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答案版
满分：150分时间：120分钟
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Who will take the woman home today
A. Eric. B. Tommy. C. Jane.
2. What paying method does Tim mostly suggest
A. WeChat pay. B. Bank cards. C. Credit cards.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A festival. B. An ancestor. C. A kind of food.
4. When does the woman’s flight take off
A. This Saturday. B. This Sunday. C. This Friday.
5. What does the woman mean
A. It’s extremely hot outside. B. She wants to swim. C. Swimming is good for health.
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. Why did the man choose the cafe around the corner
A. For its better taste. B. For its shorter distance. C. For its lower price.
7. How much will the woman pay
A. 10 dollars. B. 16 dollars. C. 20 dollars.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What job may the man want
A. A waiter. B. A science teacher. C. A lab assistant.
9. Where can the man get information about the jobs
A. From his teachers. B. In his school lab. C. On the university website.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What happens to the woman’s T-shirt
A. It becomes smaller. B. It becomes pink. C. It becomes dirty.
11 What does the woman want the man to do
A. Follow the instructions. B. Dry-clean the T-shirt. C. Throw away the label.
12. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Boss and employee. B. Teacher and student. C. Husband and wife.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the woman doing
A. Driving a car. B. Seeing a doctor. C. Watching TV.
14. Why was the woman worried
A. She would wear glasses all the time.
B. Her sight became worse than before.
C. Something more serious might happen to her.
15. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Take off her glasses. B. Use computers less. C. Do eye exams regularly.
16. What is the woman’s attitude towards wearing glasses
A. Positive. B. Negative. C. Unclear.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What’s Interesting Culture
A. A radio program. B. A school lecture. C. A social organization.
18. Where does a person sing songs in western karaoke
A. At a table. B. On a stage. C. In a room.
19. Who usually controls the songs in western karaoke
A. The singer. B. The audience. C. The DJ.
20. How does a singer choose songs in China’s karaoke
A. By writing on a paper. B. By selecting on a screen. C. By turning to the DJ.
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
Hong Kong and Macau are home to several well-known universities that offer diverse courses and programs to students. Here are some of the universities and their key information.
The University of Hong Kong (HKU)
This university is one of the oldest and most prestigious in Asia, offering undergraduate, graduate, and research programs in various fields. Popular majors include business, engineering, law, and medicine. Admission requirements vary depending on the program, but all applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be fluent in English. HKU offers scholarships and financial assistance to both local and international students.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
This university is famous for its programs in science, engineering, and business. It also offers programs in social sciences and humanities. Admission requirements include high academic achievement and language proficiency (English). HKUST provides a range of scholarships and financial aid packages to deserving students.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
This university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in areas such as business, science, social sciences, and humanities. Admission requirements include academic performance, language proficiency (English and Chinese) and personal qualities. CUHK provides scholarships for students from different backgrounds and regions.
The University of Macau (UM)
This university is the only public comprehensive university in Macau, offering programs in business, science, social sciences, humanities, and education. Admission requirements vary depending on the program, but all applicants must be fluent in English or Portuguese. UM offers scholarships only for local students and does not provide accommodation for any students.
1. What majors are liked and chosen more at the University of Hong Kong
A. Science, engineering, and business. B. Al technology and English.
C. Business, engineering, law, and medicine. D. Business, science, social sciences, and humanities.
2. Which of the following statements about the University of Macau is CORRECT
A. UM does not provide financial aid to international students.
B. UM is one of the best public universities in Macau.
C. UM has the best business program in Macau.
D. UM does not admit international students.
3. What do the four universities mentioned in the passage have in common
A. They all have high tuition fees. B. They all offer great scholarships.
C. They all have high-quality dormitories. D. They all have language requirements.
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. D
B
I was so worried about handing my little boy over during his first week of school, but you made it easier. You smiled at him like a mother would at her own child. You showed warmth and your hugs were always on offer. After a day in class with you, Charlie would come home singing. Whenever I hear Do Your Ears Hang Low or see him stretching to the sky when singing about the days of the week, I will think of you. I didn’t tell you at the time, but I loved your morning song so much that I implemented it in my own class (I’m a teacher, too).
When you saw I was troubled you hugged me with your smile and I knew everything would be OK. You made parents feel as cared for as our children. In the short time I knew you; you taught me about the type of teacher I desire to be. You never seemed disturbed by the mountain of paperwork or impossible work-life balance that comes with the role. Instead, you appeared to embrace every minute.
I can’t understand why you’ve been taken from us. Telling Charlie was one of the hardest things I’ve had to do. I’m not sure he fully understands, but he told me he loved you and has been asking whether your “robot powers” will work in heaven.
A friend once told me white feathers are angels telling us that loved ones in heaven are well. On the first day collecting the children without you, a white feather floated through the sleet (雨夹雪). Watching the younger ones bounce and giggle as they tried to catch it was beautiful.
I wish I had told you all of this when you were with us. I hope that you knew how you brought happiness to everyone you met and how loved you were. Goodbye, Dear Friend.
4. What does the underlined word “implemented” in Paragraph I probably mean
A. Put up with. B. Made use of.
C. Thought highly of. D. Looked back on.
5. What can be inferred about parents from the passage
A. They find it hard to handle their kids.
B. They need to sing songs before children.
C. They find it necessary to hug the teachers.
D. They need to feel the love and attention as well.
6. The writer mentioned “white feather” in Paragraph 4 mainly to________.
A. inform us of someone’s death
B. remind us it’s time for a snowball fight
C. tell us the teacher stays in our mind after death
D. warn us of the falling snow when collecting children
7. What’s the writer’s main purpose in writing this article
A. To take pity on her fellow teacher. B. To say goodbye to her fellow teacher.
C. To make a remark on Charlie’s teacher. D. To recall and show respect for Charlie’s teacher.
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. D
C
For more than a decade, a team of researchers have studied the dynamics of the Greenland Ice Sheet as it responds to a warming climate. But while much of their focus has been on waters impacts on ice sheet change, their most recent research findings have overturned the order of their thinking. Meierbachtol, Harper and their team discovered that changes in the ice sheet have a real impact on the massive groundwater system underlying Greenland.
This latest discovery occurred thanks to a marriage of drilling techniques. International cooperators made an angled hole 650 meters through bedrock underneath a Greenland glacier (冰川)to measure groundwater conditions under the ice. Meanwhile, researchers drilled 32 holes from atop the glacier, through nearly a kilometer of ice, to measure water conditions at the area between ice and bedrock, which forms an important boundary controlling groundwater flow below. After drilling, the team fixed sensors in the ice column and at the ice sheet bed to measure ice dynamics and water conditions as water flows under the ice.
“By studying areas covered by ice 10,000 years ago, we have known that the huge mass and vast amounts of water from melting ice can impact the underlying groundwater,” Meierbachtol said. “It’s generally accepted that the groundwater is sleeping over decades to centuries and its response to ice sheet change is long: thousands of years. But what we’ve shown here is that it is immediate.”
This new understanding could have important subsequent effects on how Greenland’s thinning impacts the Arctic. The thinning ice could reduce the rate of groundwater flow to the ocean, changing the water temperature and salinity (盐度)balance that is important for ocean circulation (循环)patterns. “In thinking about the complex feedbacks from Greenland’s ongoing change, we have really ignored the groundwater component,” Harper said.
8. How do the researchers feel about the result of the recent study
A. Satisfied. B. Disappointed. C. Surprised. D. Doubtful.
9. What contributes most to the new research about the Greenland Ice Sheet
A. Fixing sensors into ice sheet.
B. Close international cooperation.
C. Advanced rock drilling technology.
D. A combination of two drilling approaches.
10. What is a misunderstanding of the groundwater under glaciers
A. It has a very large volume. B. It is inactive for a long time.
C. Its component is complex. D. Its temperature is changeable.
11. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. Water Impacts the Greenland’s Ice Sheet
B. Longlasting Effects of Global Warming on the Arctic
C. Newly Discovered Groundwater Resources in Greenland
D. Greenland’s Groundwater Changes with Thinning Ice Sheet
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. B 11. D
D
Many people believe that working to the maximum is the secret to success, but research has found that moderation(适度) also gets results on the job.
In a study led by Ellen Langer of Harvard University, researchers asked people to translate sentences into a new made-up language. Subjects who practiced the language moderately beforehand made fewer errors than those who practiced extensively or not at all. High levels of knowledge can make people too attached to traditional ways of viewing problems across fields the arts, sciences, and politics. High conscientiousness is related to lower job performance, especially in simple jobs where it doesn’t pay to be a perfectionist.
How long we stay on the clock and how we spend that time are under careful examination in many workplaces. The young banker who eats lunch at his desk is probably seen as a go-getter, while his colleagues who chat over a relaxed conference-room meal get dirty looks from the corner office. “People from cultures that value relationships more than ours does are shocked by the thought of eating alone in front of a computer”, says Art Markman, a professor of psychology at the University of Texas, Austin. Social interaction has been shown to lift mood(情绪) and get people thinking in new directions and in ways that could help improve any post-lunch effort.
Markman also promotes off-task time. “Part of being a good thinker is experiencing things that are seemingly unrelated to what you are working on at the moment but give you fresh ideas about your work,” he says. “Also, there is a lot of research showing that a positive mood leads to higher levels of productivity and creativity. So, when people do things to increase their life satisfaction, they also make themselves more effective at work.”
12. What does Ellen Langer’s study show
A. It is worthwhile to be a perfectionist B. Translation makes people knowledgeable.
C. Simpler jobs require greater caution. D. Moderate effort produces the best result.
13. The underlined word “go-getter” in paragraph 3 refers to someone Who_______.
A. is good at handling pressure B. works hard to become successful
C. a has a natural talent for his job. D. gets on well with his co-workers
14. What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A. A good thinker is able to inspire other people.
B. Experience unrelated to your job is useless.
C. A cheerful mood helps make a creative mind.
D. Focusing on what you do raises productivity.
15. What does the text seem to advocate
A. Middle-of-the-road work habits. B. Balance between work and family.
C. Long-standing cultural traditions. D. Harmony in the work environment.
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. C 15. A
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。
How to Get the Most out of Every Book You Read
Reading books can be one of life’s greatest pleasures and learning experiences. However, many of us struggle to remember and apply what we’ve read. Especially if you’re reading a book for more than just the pleasure of it, you have to do more than just turn over its pages. ____16____.
Set clear goals before reading
Understanding why you’re reading a book can significantly impact how you approach it. The right goal will help you pay attention to what’s most important. If you’re reading a book about photography, you may want to pay particular attention to the images. ____17____.
Make summaries for every chapter
After finishing a chapter, take a few minutes to summarize it in your own words. ____18____. It also creates a handy reference guide for the future. Summarizing can be a creative process, too. Try using bullet points, mind maps, or one-liners to capture the essence of each chapter.
Apply what you’ve learned
____19____. If a book teaches you a new approach to time management, try implementing it in your daily routine. If a novel provides a moral lesson, reflect on how it applies to your life. This active application ensures that the book leaves a lasting impact.
____20____
The process of reading doesn’t end when you turn the last page. Regularly revisiting your notes, summaries, and reflections keeps the material fresh and relevant. Consider setting aside time each month to review previous reads and reflect how they’ve shaped your thoughts and actions. Not for every book, of course, just for the most influential ones.
A. Review and reflect
B. Repeat reading for more resources
C. Here we will explore actionable ways to maximize the benefits of reading
D. You may notice details, themes, or ideas that were hidden during your first reading
E. Taking action on what you’ve read turns theoretical knowledge into practical wisdom
F. This exercise deepens your understanding and helps identify the central themes and ideas
G. So spend some time reflecting on what you hope to achieve and let that guide your reading process
【答案】16. C 17. G 18. F 19. E 20. A
第三部分 英语知识运用(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。
My parents live in the foothills of Santa Barbara, California. They’d been talking about wanting to set up some camera traps, just to see what sorts of animals were ____21____ nearby.
Last year, I received an e-mail from my dad, under a subject line: “Secret creature ” There was no body text, but attached was a ____22____, just 10 seconds, shot in the night vision. It showed a tiny creature, ____23____ down a driveway. The animal stops midway, turns slightly and then disappears into the ____24____. Watching it again, I still couldn’t ____25____ it but noticed that the driveway looked oddly ____26____. It was my childhood home. I guess my parents’ camera was finally ____27____ in our backyard.
Soon, more e-mails with more videos came in. By the end of this February, my father had ____28____ a pair of rabbits, plus more foxes. He had also ____29____ the case of the secret creature in last year’s video. It was a raccoon(浣熊) that became _____30_____ because it lost its tail. “Can you believe it ” my father laughed _____31_____ on the telephone - he was just overjoyed about his great _____32_____.
For me, the pleasure in watching these videos was that they’ve turned our familiar backyard into a place full of _____33_____. In some sense, it serves as a(n) _____34_____: even in the places we think we know best, there’s always more to explore and _____35_____ about.
21. A. struggling B. settling C. escaping D. wandering
22. A. photo B. message C. video D. poster
23. A. dancing B. inching C. driving D. rushing
24. A. downtown B. darkness C. cold D. trap
25. A. impress B. approach C. identify D. memorize
26. A. obvious B. visible C. familiar D. accessible
27. A. under construction B. in place C. on display D. in sight
28. A. hunted B. rescued C. tracked D. missed
29. A. observed B. solved C. witnessed D. reflected
30. A. unrecognizable B. unpredictable C. unbelievable D. unacceptable
31. A. respectfully B. regretfully C. confusedly D. excitedly
32. A. discovery B. expectation C. description D. assumption
33. A. challenge B. curiosity C. opportunities D. secrets
34. A. comment B. reminder C. warning D. option
35. A. wonder B. argue C. complain D. dream
【答案】21. D 22. C 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. C 27. B 28. C 29. B 30. A 31. D 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. A
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。
Bianzhong is an ancient Chinese musical instrument ____36____ consists of a set of bronze (青铜) bells. The most ____37____ (impress) one at present is a set of 65 bells unearthed in 1978 from the tomb (墓) of Zenghouyi in Hubei Province, of which the largest ____38____ (weigh) 203.6 kilograms.
Bianzhong first appeared in the Shang Dynasty when 3 to 5 bells ____39____ (put) together to make music. At that time, bianzhong was unique in shape and the surface was decorated ____40____ various patterns. During the Western Zhou Dynasty, 8 bells together made music and bianzhong was ____41____ (wide) used in performances for royals. In the late Spring and Autumn Period, more bells were added ____42____ (make) a complete set. After the Qin and Han Dynasties, with the shape of bianzhong ____43____ (transform), most of the bells were round and each bell made only one sound.
After 500 years, bianzhong began to decline in ____44____ (popular). Few people knew about the techniques of making bianzhong and its sound quality decreased. ____45____ is inspiring is that some people are working on changing this situation now with the help of technology and introducing this instrument to more people.
【答案】36. which##that
37. impressive
38. weighs 39. were put
40. with 41. widely
42 to make
43. transformed
44. popularity
45. What
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，正在伦敦交流学习。你所在学校将举办寒假训练营，开设以下课程：烹饪，急救，游泳，篮球及足球。请你写一封申请信，报名参加其中一门课程的学习。内容包括：
1.你感兴趣的一门课程；
2.为什么想学这门课程；
3.你期望从中学到什么。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式作答。
Dear Sir/ Madam,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Sir/Madam,
I am thrilled to learn that the school is offering a Winter Camp with courses like cooking, first-aid, swimming, basketball, and football. I am particularly interested in the cooking course.
Cooking is not only a vital life skill but also a delightful way to experience different cultures, especially while studying abroad in London. I hope to improve my culinary skills and learn to prepare healthy meals. Additionally, I expect to meet new friends who share my passion for cooking.
Thank you for considering my application.
Yours sincerely,
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。
Throughout our lives we have encountered a lot of people that have influenced us in some sense. Their effect may be for one day or a lifetime. Often, you don’t realize how much influence someone has made on you until a particular moment. The man who made a big influence on me was my father.
Three months after turning fourteen, my life was great. I was getting settled into a high school; my grades were already getting better and I was making friends.
One day, when I got back from school, I went to the sitting room and saw my parents having a conversation. They came up to me and asked me to take a seat, because they wanted to say something very important. I soon found out that my dad’s liver(肝脏) was failing and he needed an immediate transplant(器官移植). I was surprised and bewildered(不知所措的) because my father looked all right. He worked, and he didn’t seem ill. My parents said I shouldn’t be afraid, because it was going to be all right. Four months had gone by, and my father had yet to get a new liver. It looked as if his body was steadily worsening, but he kept saying, “Dear, everything will be just fine.”
It was becoming difficult for me and my family. My father had to give up work, and my mother was the sole breadwinner(养家糊口的人). I had to bear the responsibilities of cleaning up the house making food, and looking after my father when my mother was at work. I had to limit my time with my friends, because my father started coming in and out of the hospital. My concentration on the subject was beginning to slip away. So were my grades. Two days before my school spring break, my mother got a phone call from the hospital, saying my father had an accident and was in hospital. What surprised me was that my father wasn’t injured at all. Then the next day, my mother got a phone call from the doctor saying that there was a liver that matched my dad’s body and that he needed to get to the hospital immediately.
注意：
1.续写词数应为 150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
My parents and I hurried to the hospital.
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I had to take on so many responsibilities at home.
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【答案】My parents and I hurried to the hospital. My dad was taken to the operating room after all kinds of tests, leaving Mom and I waiting anxiously outside. Three hours’ waiting seemed like a life time during which my mother kept comforting me by saying, “Your dad said everything will be just fine!” When the door was pushed open and the doctor told us the good news, my mom burst into tears. Three weeks after that, my dad could leave the hospital, but he still needed extra attention at home, which I was responsible for, since my mom had to work outside every day.
I had to take on so many responsibilities at home. Household chores and the care for my dad took up most of my day, leaving little time for my studies. Though I was tired out every day after attending to my dad, I still tried to squeeze out some precious time to make up for some missing lessons till late night. Every day my dad told me the same thing, “Dear, everything will be just fine!” After six months, my dad made a full recovery and I graduated with the best grades in four years. Time has stolen so much of our family’s happiness, but it’s still the most important.“Dear, everything will be just fine!