2024-2025学年山东省临清市实验高级中学高三上学期10月期中英语试题
(本全卷满分150分,考试用时120分钟)
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
Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour with Transport from London
Immerse yourself in the spellbinding world of Harry PotterTM on this trip to the Warner Bros Studio Tour London. Travel to the Harry Potter studios by air- conditioned coach from central London, and on arrival, trace the footsteps of Hogwarts’ student wizards at leisure when you visit original sets and uncover behind- the- scenes secrets.
What’s Included
Entry ticket to Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour.
London round trip from Central London in air- conditioned coach.
Services of a professional representative at the Studio.
Food and drinks and a digital guide available in 10 different languages at additional costs.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point: Victoria Coach Station, 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 9TP, UK
What to Expect
On arrival, go inside to explore the spectacular sets used in the much- loved Harry Potter movies. View some of the beautifully crafted costumes and props, such as Hagrid’s motorbike, which were used to bring the stories to vivid on- screen life. Unravel the behind- the- scenes secrets of many of the special effects and marvel at the animatronics that made sets such as Dumbledore’s office and the Great Hall so spellbinding. And while you’re here, perhaps take time out to snap up the movie- themed souvenirs (own expense) at the gift shop. After your visit, join back up with your coach and conclude with a drop- off at the original start point.
Additional Information
·Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
·Not wheelchair accessible.
·Child and Youth must be accompanied by at least one Adult.
21. What is included in the tour
A. Food and drinks. B. The digital guide.
C. Movie- themed souvenirs. D. Round- trip coach transport.
22. Where will you be dropped off after the tour
A. At Dumbledore’s office. B. At Buckingham Palace.
C. At Victoria Coach Station. D. At the Warner Bros Studio.
23. Who must be accompanied by at least one adult
A. Elderly people. B. Children and teenagers.
C. Student wizards. D. Tourists with disabilities.
B
At the age of 16, I lived with my parents at an institute 18 miles from Durba n with no neighbors around. One day my father needed a ride to town for a conference. Meanwhile, my mother gave a list of groceries and my father asked me to take care of several pending chores, such as getting the car serviced. When I dropped my father off that morning, he said, “I will meet you here at 5: 00 p. m., and we will go home together. ”
After hurriedly completing my chores, I went straight to the nearest movie theater. I got so engrossed that I forgot the time. By the time I ran to the garage and got the car and hurried to where my father was waiting for me, it was almost 6: 00 p. m. He anxiously asked me, “Why were you late ” I was so ashamed of telling him I was watching a movie that I said, “The car wasn’t ready, so I had to wait,” not realizing that he had already called the garage. When he caught me in the lie, he said, “There’s something wrong in the way I brought you up that didn’t give you the confidence to tell me the truth. In order to figure out where I went wrong with you, I’m going to walk home 18 miles and think about it.”
So, dressed in his suit and dress shoes, he began to walk home in the dark on mostly unpaved, unlit roads. I couldn’t leave him, so for five-and-a-half hours I drove behind him, watching my father go through this agony for a stupid lie that I uttered.
I decided then and there that I was never going to lie again. I often think about that episode and wonder, if he had punished me the way we punish our children, whether I would have learned a lesson at all. I don’t think so. I would have suffered the punishment and gone on doing the same thing. But this single action was so powerful that it is still as if it happened yesterday.
24. Why did the author drive to the town
A. To watch a hit movie. B. To buy some groceries.
C. To give his father a lift. D. To get the car serviced.
25. What did the father decide to do after finding the author lying
A. Reflect on his parenting. B. Blame the author severely.
C. Ignore the author’s behavior. D. Punish the author immediately.
26. How did the author feel when he drove behind his father
A. Relieved. B. Annoyed. C. Intolerable. D. Regretful.
27. What can we learn from the text
A. You don’t have to choose a day to lie. B. It’s better to lie than to admit a mistake.
C. Do not do to others what you don’t like to do. D. Non-violence is powerful in teaching a lesson.
C
Do mosquitoes prefer a certain blood type Maybe—but it’s not just one factor that influences why these winged pests are attracted to us and researchers can’t seem to agree on a definitive answer.
Science reveals that a variety of factors might make you more palatable to mosquitoes, from your skin microbiota (微生物群) and carbon dioxide emitted in your breath to the color of clothing you’re wearing (with colors like red, orange, and black being the most attractive to mosquitoes) . But in the end, much of the variation in mosquito preference comes down to two factors: our natural body odor and genetics.
Only the females bite humans and they do it to get a “blood meal”, deriving proteins from our blood to produce their eggs. To help locate their prey, female mosquitoes use their antennae (触角) and palps, the organs between their antennae, to detect carbon dioxide and odor. That means people who have a high metabolic (代谢) rate and emit more carbon dioxide, including those who are pregnant, working out, or drinking alcohol tend to be more attractive to mosquitoes.
The question of whether mosquitoes prefer a certain blood type is controversial. One theory suggests that blood type may also help determine mosquito preference. If that’s the case, what blood type do mosquitoes like A 2019 study found that the major mosquito vector of dengue virus preferred people with type O blood to those with other blood types.
However, separate research notes that experimental and laboratory data evaluating whether blood type makes one person more (or less) attractive to mosquitoes has fueled a lot of speculation, but the science is contradictory. Instead, the researchers report that the likelihood of being a “mosquito magnet” has more to do with skin odor and microbiota than blood type.
28. What does the underlined word “palatable” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Accessible. B. Visible. C. Appealing. D. Suited.
29. Which of the following might affect mosquito preference
A. Clothing material. B. Body smell.
C. Breath frequency. D. Blood concentration.
30. Who is more likely to attract mosquitoes
A. A sweet tooth. B. A body builder.
C. A happy camper. D. An overweight woman.
31. What can we learn from the last two paragraphs
A. Everyone is equally likely to be bitten by mosquitoes.
B. People with type AB blood won’t be bitten by mosquitoes.
C. Some uncertainty exists about what influences mosquito preference.
D. Mosquito preference for humans is mainly determined by blood type.
D
A self- driving taxi operated by a Chinese tech giant recently hit a passer- by crossing against a traffic light in Wuhan, capital of Hubei Province, sparking heated discussions on the challenges and limitations facing autonomous driving technology, especially in complex circumstances.
Zhang Xiang, an auto sector researcher at North China University of Technology, said that the incident in Wuhan indicates that self- driving technology has progressed significantly over the past few years, but it still encounters difficulties under ever- changing road conditions and has some limitations when dealing with unconventional behavior, such as motorists or passers-by violating traffic rules. There are still some obstacles to integrating the self- driving vehicles into the existing road traffic safety management system, as the legal obligations of relevant subjects involving autonomous vehicles have not been clarified under current laws and regulations.
Meanwhile, the commercial application of robotaxis in more cities across the country has raised concerns about employment, as taxi drivers are worried about losing their jobs due to intense competition from driverless ride-hailing vehicles, industry experts said. So far, more than 20 cities nationwide have introduced policies supporting autonomous driving tests, with more than 60 enterprises having obtained self- driving test licenses.
Nevertheless, some believe that people only prefer to experience this emerging technology, and the number of robotaxis on the road is still far smaller than those of taxis. It is also noted that the pressure on taxi drivers mainly comes from fierce competition between private ride-hailing cars and traditional taxis, and that the autonomous driving vehicles will not have a serious impact on the job market or replace human drivers in the short term.
Despite the challenges, the development of self- driving industry will strengthen the intelligent transformation of auto industry and speed the construction of vehicle- road coordination systems, which support the transfer of information from vehicles to roadway networks as a way to improve traffic efficiency.
According to research company BloombergNEF's “Electric Vehicle Outlook” report, China will operate the world's largest robotaxi fleet of about 12 million self- driving vehicles by2040, followed by the United States with around 7 million such vehicles.
32. What can we learn from Zhang Xiang's words
A. Self-driving technology suffers a bottleneck.
B. It is not easy to promote self-driving vehicles.
C. Motorists or passers-by tend to break traffic rules.
D. The present road traffic system is far from perfect.
33. Which of the following is a threat to conventional taxi drivers
A. The impact of private ride- hailing cars. B. Employment caused by driverless vehicles.
C. Complex and ever- changing road conditions. D. A great many passers-by breaking traffic rules.
34. What is the main topic of the text
A The future of the transportation industry.
B. The history of autonomous driving technology.
C. The accident of a self-driving taxi and its implications.
D. The advantages of self-driving taxis over traditional taxis.
35 What is the author's attitude towards self- driving industry
A. Partial. B. Favorable. C. Skeptical. D. Dismissive.
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。
Creativity isn’t something that comes naturally to everyone. If you aren’t an artist or someone in an “artsy” field, you might wonder why creativity is important. Here, you may find the answer.
___36___ Creativity is the key to the door of expression, no matter what form of creativity you choose. It could be painting or anything that brings interesting things out. All conveys how you really feel on the inside and reveals things you may not be comfortable about.
Feeling discouraged and frustrated about something ___37___ It takes your mind off what’s bothering you while you’ re still engaging your mind in something more fun. Actually, creating something, like baking, drawing, etc., is like running the engine of your mind.
Thinking creatively always opens up possibilities. ___38___ Oftentimes, people get stuck in the mindset and patterns they used to employ to solve difficulties. While the old way might still get the job done, if your problem-solving was more creative, it could give you new perspectives to help you do better.
Creativity has been proven in extensive research to relieve both stress and anxiety. Sometimes, among life’s responsibilities, we forget that we need and deserve downtime and self-care. ___39___ It’s like a cure for your mental health.
When you think creatively and overcome challenges, you’re proving to yourself that you’re a capable person. Creativity plays a part on your way to self-recognition. ___40___
A. Creativity makes you more productive.
B. Doing something creative can help you shake off a bad mood.
C. Turning to creativity can give you more of what you need in this area.
D. Organizing your thoughts creatively makes them more real and clearer.
E. Freedom of expression is considered important to a person’s well- being.
F. That’s because with creativity, people can see things from different angles.
G. During this lengthy road, creativity allows you to be aware of your strengths.
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。
Rehan Staton, a 24-year-old former cleaner, was admitted into Harvard Law School. Staton was raised by a single father who worked hard to ___41___ him and his brother. Growing up was tough and he used to ___42___ in school. One teacher even suggested he ___43___ to a special education class. But under the ___44___ of a tutor, he ended up making the ___45___ roll.
In high school, he used to be an athlete, ___46___ on martial arts and boxing. However, an injury ruined the ___47___ of him turning professional in sports, and he got ___48___ by every college he had applied to. Instead of pursuing higher education, Staton started working at Bates Trucking & Trash Removal to support his family. There, his co-workers ___49___ his spirits. Motivated by them, he ___50___ in Bowie State University in 2014, and in 2016, he ___51___ to the University of Maryland. Then, he took the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and applied to nine schools.
When reading the law school ___52___ emails, Staton and his friends were in shock and excitement. ___53___ , Staton chose to attend Harvard Law School — and he’ll never forget all the ___54___ people who helped him get there.
“Throughout this time, people kind of ask me, ‘How did you do it ’ It’s more so how could I not do it when everyone is breaking their ___55___ for me, and pushing for me to win,” he said.
41. A. stand by B. object to C. provide for D. call on
42. A. entertain B. compete C. mature D. struggle
43. A. listen B. switch C. yield D. refer
44. A. burden B. control C. protection D. guidance
45. A. honor B. pay C. class D. guest
46. A. deciding B. taking C. focusing D. depending
47. A. luck B. interest C. fantasy D. chance
48. A. denied B. limited C. marked D. rated
49. A. woke B. lifted C. brought D. kept
50. A. enrolled B. settled C. trusted D. lectured
51. A. stuck B. attended C. transferred D. belonged
52. A. charity B. acceptance C. promotion D. inquiry
53. A. Gradually B. Incredibly C. Eventually D. Literally
54. A. optimistic B. supportive C. thoughtful D. pleasant
55. A. backs B. legs C. words D. routines
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。
Wing Chun is a remarkable southern Chinese kung fu style with a unique origin. It has the distinction of having been founded by two women, Ng Mui and Yim Wing Chun.
The Wing Chun style is known for ___56___ (emphasize) technique rather than strength. This style calls for practitioners to stay ___57___ (relax) while fighting, allowing them to achieve a kind of softness or ___58___ (flexible). So this gives Wing Chun fighters a special kind of strength that allows them to bend, not break, just like bamboo.
Legend has it ___59___ Wing Chun founder Ng Mui was living at Shaolin Temple before it ___60___ (attack) and destroyed by Qing Dynasty forces. Surviving the attack, she escaped ___61___ the border area between Yunnan and Sichuan. There she met a young woman ___62___ (call) Yim Wing Chun, who became one of her top students. She taught Yim an improved version of Shaolin Kung Fu, ___63___ (ultimate) known as Wing Chun now. This new martial art ___64___ (grow) into different branches over the past two hundred years.
Ip Man, a notable practitioner of Wing Chun style martial arts, also taught the Wing Chun style to his student, Bruce Lee, ____65____ went on to act in the beloved Hong Kong kung fu movies and helped make Chinese martial arts famous around the world. Wing Chun’s unique approach and rich history have left an indelible mark on the martial arts world, inspiring generations to come.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
66. 假定你是李华,作为“The Joy of Labor”项目组负责人,你将在下周英语口语课上作项目汇报,请写一篇发言稿,内容包括:
1. 开展情况;
2. 项目意义。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80个左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Good morning, everyone!
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67. 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。
Chip was not willing to go to school. The only hour of his day that was bearable was science class. He used to think of science as a bunch of boring words in a textbook, but Mr. O’Dell had changed all that.
It started when Mr. O’Dell announced how students could get a good grade in his class—not by memorizing a lot of facts but by thinking. The students stared at him, either wondering what he was talking about or else marveling (惊叹) at the reddish brown hair surrounding his shiny bald head...
Mr. O’Dell asked another question, “What common substance can take the form of a liquid, a solid, or a gas ”
Nobody answered. The class just sat there, waiting for Mr. O’Dell to explain what that had to do with anything. Then Chip got it. The first liquid he thought of was water, and then ice. Ice is a solid. And when water gets superhot, it turns to steam. He wasn’t sure if steam was a gas or not, but when nobody else spoke, Chip blurted out, “Water ”
After that Chip could tell that Mr. O’Dell liked him. Chip liked him too—at least most of the time.
The best part about science class was the field trips. Once when a student pointed out an ant hill, Mr. O’Dell put his nose down so close to watch that Chip expected an ant to climb right onto it and march up through the freckles(雀斑)to stare back at him through his gold-rimmed glasses. Another time, Mr. O’Dell had the whole class sit cross-legged in a circle to watch a chameleon (变色龙) change from brown to bright green. Anyone who wasn’t paying close attention missed the important moment when it shot its long tongue and brought a fly back into its mouth.
Mr. O’Dell had the students take detailed notes on each animal or insect they were observing. He added that the creatures ought to be right where they were, doing whatever they were doing.
注意:
1.续写词数应150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
The minute the lesson turned to science, Chip exploded with energy and enthusiasm.
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Paragraph 2:
Holding a chameleon, Chip rushed into the classroom, his eyes dancing with excitement.
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答案版
(本全卷满分150分,考试用时120分钟)
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
Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour with Transport from London
Immerse yourself in the spellbinding world of Harry PotterTM on this trip to the Warner Bros Studio Tour London. Travel to the Harry Potter studios by air- conditioned coach from central London, and on arrival, trace the footsteps of Hogwarts’ student wizards at leisure when you visit original sets and uncover behind- the- scenes secrets.
What’s Included
Entry ticket to Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour.
London round trip from Central London in air- conditioned coach.
Services of a professional representative at the Studio.
Food and drinks and a digital guide available in 10 different languages at additional costs.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point: Victoria Coach Station, 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 9TP, UK
What to Expect
On arrival, go inside to explore the spectacular sets used in the much- loved Harry Potter movies. View some of the beautifully crafted costumes and props, such as Hagrid’s motorbike, which were used to bring the stories to vivid on- screen life. Unravel the behind- the- scenes secrets of many of the special effects and marvel at the animatronics that made sets such as Dumbledore’s office and the Great Hall so spellbinding. And while you’re here, perhaps take time out to snap up the movie- themed souvenirs (own expense) at the gift shop. After your visit, join back up with your coach and conclude with a drop- off at the original start point.
Additional Information
·Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
·Not wheelchair accessible.
·Child and Youth must be accompanied by at least one Adult.
21. What is included in the tour
A. Food and drinks. B. The digital guide.
C. Movie- themed souvenirs. D. Round- trip coach transport.
22. Where will you be dropped off after the tour
A. At Dumbledore’s office. B. At Buckingham Palace.
C. At Victoria Coach Station. D. At the Warner Bros Studio.
23. Who must be accompanied by at least one adult
A. Elderly people. B. Children and teenagers.
C. Student wizards. D. Tourists with disabilities.
【答案】21. D 22. C 23. B
B
At the age of 16, I lived with my parents at an institute 18 miles from Durba n with no neighbors around. One day my father needed a ride to town for a conference. Meanwhile, my mother gave a list of groceries and my father asked me to take care of several pending chores, such as getting the car serviced. When I dropped my father off that morning, he said, “I will meet you here at 5: 00 p. m., and we will go home together. ”
After hurriedly completing my chores, I went straight to the nearest movie theater. I got so engrossed that I forgot the time. By the time I ran to the garage and got the car and hurried to where my father was waiting for me, it was almost 6: 00 p. m. He anxiously asked me, “Why were you late ” I was so ashamed of telling him I was watching a movie that I said, “The car wasn’t ready, so I had to wait,” not realizing that he had already called the garage. When he caught me in the lie, he said, “There’s something wrong in the way I brought you up that didn’t give you the confidence to tell me the truth. In order to figure out where I went wrong with you, I’m going to walk home 18 miles and think about it.”
So, dressed in his suit and dress shoes, he began to walk home in the dark on mostly unpaved, unlit roads. I couldn’t leave him, so for five-and-a-half hours I drove behind him, watching my father go through this agony for a stupid lie that I uttered.
I decided then and there that I was never going to lie again. I often think about that episode and wonder, if he had punished me the way we punish our children, whether I would have learned a lesson at all. I don’t think so. I would have suffered the punishment and gone on doing the same thing. But this single action was so powerful that it is still as if it happened yesterday.
24. Why did the author drive to the town
A. To watch a hit movie. B. To buy some groceries.
C. To give his father a lift. D. To get the car serviced.
25. What did the father decide to do after finding the author lying
A. Reflect on his parenting. B. Blame the author severely.
C. Ignore the author’s behavior. D. Punish the author immediately.
26. How did the author feel when he drove behind his father
A. Relieved. B. Annoyed. C. Intolerable. D. Regretful.
27. What can we learn from the text
A. You don’t have to choose a day to lie. B. It’s better to lie than to admit a mistake.
C. Do not do to others what you don’t like to do. D. Non-violence is powerful in teaching a lesson.
【答案】24. C 25. A 26. D 27. D
C
Do mosquitoes prefer a certain blood type Maybe—but it’s not just one factor that influences why these winged pests are attracted to us and researchers can’t seem to agree on a definitive answer.
Science reveals that a variety of factors might make you more palatable to mosquitoes, from your skin microbiota (微生物群) and carbon dioxide emitted in your breath to the color of clothing you’re wearing (with colors like red, orange, and black being the most attractive to mosquitoes) . But in the end, much of the variation in mosquito preference comes down to two factors: our natural body odor and genetics.
Only the females bite humans and they do it to get a “blood meal”, deriving proteins from our blood to produce their eggs. To help locate their prey, female mosquitoes use their antennae (触角) and palps, the organs between their antennae, to detect carbon dioxide and odor. That means people who have a high metabolic (代谢) rate and emit more carbon dioxide, including those who are pregnant, working out, or drinking alcohol tend to be more attractive to mosquitoes.
The question of whether mosquitoes prefer a certain blood type is controversial. One theory suggests that blood type may also help determine mosquito preference. If that’s the case, what blood type do mosquitoes like A 2019 study found that the major mosquito vector of dengue virus preferred people with type O blood to those with other blood types.
However, separate research notes that experimental and laboratory data evaluating whether blood type makes one person more (or less) attractive to mosquitoes has fueled a lot of speculation, but the science is contradictory. Instead, the researchers report that the likelihood of being a “mosquito magnet” has more to do with skin odor and microbiota than blood type.
28. What does the underlined word “palatable” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Accessible. B. Visible. C. Appealing. D. Suited.
29. Which of the following might affect mosquito preference
A. Clothing material. B. Body smell.
C. Breath frequency. D. Blood concentration.
30. Who is more likely to attract mosquitoes
A. A sweet tooth. B. A body builder.
C. A happy camper. D. An overweight woman.
31. What can we learn from the last two paragraphs
A. Everyone is equally likely to be bitten by mosquitoes.
B. People with type AB blood won’t be bitten by mosquitoes.
C. Some uncertainty exists about what influences mosquito preference.
D. Mosquito preference for humans is mainly determined by blood type.
【答案】28. C 29. B 30. B 31. C
D
A self- driving taxi operated by a Chinese tech giant recently hit a passer- by crossing against a traffic light in Wuhan, capital of Hubei Province, sparking heated discussions on the challenges and limitations facing autonomous driving technology, especially in complex circumstances.
Zhang Xiang, an auto sector researcher at North China University of Technology, said that the incident in Wuhan indicates that self- driving technology has progressed significantly over the past few years, but it still encounters difficulties under ever- changing road conditions and has some limitations when dealing with unconventional behavior, such as motorists or passers-by violating traffic rules. There are still some obstacles to integrating the self- driving vehicles into the existing road traffic safety management system, as the legal obligations of relevant subjects involving autonomous vehicles have not been clarified under current laws and regulations.
Meanwhile, the commercial application of robotaxis in more cities across the country has raised concerns about employment, as taxi drivers are worried about losing their jobs due to intense competition from driverless ride-hailing vehicles, industry experts said. So far, more than 20 cities nationwide have introduced policies supporting autonomous driving tests, with more than 60 enterprises having obtained self- driving test licenses.
Nevertheless, some believe that people only prefer to experience this emerging technology, and the number of robotaxis on the road is still far smaller than those of taxis. It is also noted that the pressure on taxi drivers mainly comes from fierce competition between private ride-hailing cars and traditional taxis, and that the autonomous driving vehicles will not have a serious impact on the job market or replace human drivers in the short term.
Despite the challenges, the development of self- driving industry will strengthen the intelligent transformation of auto industry and speed the construction of vehicle- road coordination systems, which support the transfer of information from vehicles to roadway networks as a way to improve traffic efficiency.
According to research company BloombergNEF's “Electric Vehicle Outlook” report, China will operate the world's largest robotaxi fleet of about 12 million self- driving vehicles by2040, followed by the United States with around 7 million such vehicles.
32. What can we learn from Zhang Xiang's words
A. Self-driving technology suffers a bottleneck.
B. It is not easy to promote self-driving vehicles.
C. Motorists or passers-by tend to break traffic rules.
D. The present road traffic system is far from perfect.
33. Which of the following is a threat to conventional taxi drivers
A. The impact of private ride- hailing cars. B. Employment caused by driverless vehicles.
C. Complex and ever- changing road conditions. D. A great many passers-by breaking traffic rules.
34. What is the main topic of the text
A. The future of the transportation industry.
B. The history of autonomous driving technology.
C. The accident of a self-driving taxi and its implications.
D. The advantages of self-driving taxis over traditional taxis.
35. What is the author's attitude towards self- driving industry
A. Partial. B. Favorable. C. Skeptical. D. Dismissive.
【答案】32. B 33. A 34. A 35. B
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。
Creativity isn’t something that comes naturally to everyone. If you aren’t an artist or someone in an “artsy” field, you might wonder why creativity is important. Here, you may find the answer.
___36___ Creativity is the key to the door of expression, no matter what form of creativity you choose. It could be painting or anything that brings interesting things out. All conveys how you really feel on the inside and reveals things you may not be comfortable about.
Feeling discouraged and frustrated about something ___37___ It takes your mind off what’s bothering you while you’ re still engaging your mind in something more fun. Actually, creating something, like baking, drawing, etc., is like running the engine of your mind.
Thinking creatively always opens up possibilities. ___38___ Oftentimes, people get stuck in the mindset and patterns they used to employ to solve difficulties. While the old way might still get the job done, if your problem-solving was more creative, it could give you new perspectives to help you do better.
Creativity has been proven in extensive research to relieve both stress and anxiety. Sometimes, among life’s responsibilities, we forget that we need and deserve downtime and self-care. ___39___ It’s like a cure for your mental health.
When you think creatively and overcome challenges, you’re proving to yourself that you’re a capable person. Creativity plays a part on your way to self-recognition. ___40___
A. Creativity makes you more productive.
B. Doing something creative can help you shake off a bad mood.
C. Turning to creativity can give you more of what you need in this area.
D. Organizing your thoughts creatively makes them more real and clearer.
E. Freedom of expression is considered important to a person’s well- being.
F. That’s because with creativity, people can see things from different angles.
G. During this lengthy road, creativity allows you to be aware of your strengths.
【答案】36. E 37. B 38. F 39. C 40. G
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。
Rehan Staton, a 24-year-old former cleaner, was admitted into Harvard Law School. Staton was raised by a single father who worked hard to ___41___ him and his brother. Growing up was tough and he used to ___42___ in school. One teacher even suggested he ___43___ to a special education class. But under the ___44___ of a tutor, he ended up making the ___45___ roll.
In high school, he used to be an athlete, ___46___ on martial arts and boxing. However, an injury ruined the ___47___ of him turning professional in sports, and he got ___48___ by every college he had applied to. Instead of pursuing higher education, Staton started working at Bates Trucking & Trash Removal to support his family. There, his co-workers ___49___ his spirits. Motivated by them, he ___50___ in Bowie State University in 2014, and in 2016, he ___51___ to the University of Maryland. Then, he took the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and applied to nine schools.
When reading the law school ___52___ emails, Staton and his friends were in shock and excitement. ___53___ , Staton chose to attend Harvard Law School — and he’ll never forget all the ___54___ people who helped him get there.
“Throughout this time, people kind of ask me, ‘How did you do it ’ It’s more so how could I not do it when everyone is breaking their ___55___ for me, and pushing for me to win,” he said.
41. A. stand by B. object to C. provide for D. call on
42 A. entertain B. compete C. mature D. struggle
43. A. listen B. switch C. yield D. refer
44. A. burden B. control C. protection D. guidance
45. A. honor B. pay C. class D. guest
46. A. deciding B. taking C. focusing D. depending
47. A. luck B. interest C. fantasy D. chance
48 A. denied B. limited C. marked D. rated
49. A. woke B. lifted C. brought D. kept
50. A. enrolled B. settled C. trusted D. lectured
51. A. stuck B. attended C. transferred D. belonged
52. A. charity B. acceptance C. promotion D. inquiry
53. A. Gradually B. Incredibly C. Eventually D. Literally
54. A. optimistic B. supportive C. thoughtful D. pleasant
55. A. backs B. legs C. words D. routines
【答案】41. C 42. D 43. B 44. D 45. A 46. C 47. D 48. A 49. B 50. A 51. C 52. B 53. C 54. B 55. 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。
Wing Chun is a remarkable southern Chinese kung fu style with a unique origin. It has the distinction of having been founded by two women, Ng Mui and Yim Wing Chun.
The Wing Chun style is known for ___56___ (emphasize) technique rather than strength. This style calls for practitioners to stay ___57___ (relax) while fighting, allowing them to achieve a kind of softness or ___58___ (flexible). So this gives Wing Chun fighters a special kind of strength that allows them to bend, not break, just like bamboo.
Legend has it ___59___ Wing Chun founder Ng Mui was living at Shaolin Temple before it ___60___ (attack) and destroyed by Qing Dynasty forces. Surviving the attack, she escaped ___61___ the border area between Yunnan and Sichuan. There she met a young woman ___62___ (call) Yim Wing Chun, who became one of her top students. She taught Yim an improved version of Shaolin Kung Fu, ___63___ (ultimate) known as Wing Chun now. This new martial art ___64___ (grow) into different branches over the past two hundred years.
Ip Man, a notable practitioner of Wing Chun style martial arts, also taught the Wing Chun style to his student, Bruce Lee, ____65____ went on to act in the beloved Hong Kong kung fu movies and helped make Chinese martial arts famous around the world. Wing Chun’s unique approach and rich history have left an indelible mark on the martial arts world, inspiring generations to come.
【答案】56. emphasizing
57. relaxed
58. flexibility
59. that 60. was attacked
61. to 62. called
63. ultimately
64. has grown
65. who
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
66. 假定你是李华,作为“The Joy of Labor”项目组负责人,你将在下周英语口语课上作项目汇报,请写一篇发言稿,内容包括:
1. 开展情况;
2. 项目意义。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80个左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Good morning, everyone!
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【答案】One possible version:
Good morning, everyone! I’m Li Hua, thrilled to report on our project, “The Joy of Labor”.
At the beginning, our four-member team carefully planned and assigned tasks based on individual strengths, guaranteeing that each of us had an equal opportunity to contribute. Over the past four weeks, we have actively engaged in a diverse range of hands-on, labor-intensive activities, ranging from gardening to park cleanup and community service. To our joy, this project has been immensely rewarding. Not only does it underscore the value of hard work, but also highlights the joy of labor and fosters team spirit, greatly strengthening our community bonds and environmental responsibilities.
In conclusion, the “Joy of Labor” project has been an enriching and rewarding experience. Thank you for your attention.
67. 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。
Chip was not willing to go to school. The only hour of his day that was bearable was science class. He used to think of science as a bunch of boring words in a textbook, but Mr. O’Dell had changed all that.
It started when Mr. O’Dell announced how students could get a good grade in his class—not by memorizing a lot of facts but by thinking. The students stared at him, either wondering what he was talking about or else marveling (惊叹) at the reddish brown hair surrounding his shiny bald head...
Mr. O’Dell asked another question, “What common substance can take the form of a liquid, a solid, or a gas ”
Nobody answered. The class just sat there, waiting for Mr. O’Dell to explain what that had to do with anything. Then Chip got it. The first liquid he thought of was water, and then ice. Ice is a solid. And when water gets superhot, it turns to steam. He wasn’t sure if steam was a gas or not, but when nobody else spoke, Chip blurted out, “Water ”
After that Chip could tell that Mr. O’Dell liked him. Chip liked him too—at least most of the time.
The best part about science class was the field trips. Once when a student pointed out an ant hill, Mr. O’Dell put his nose down so close to watch that Chip expected an ant to climb right onto it and march up through the freckles(雀斑)to stare back at him through his gold-rimmed glasses. Another time, Mr. O’Dell had the whole class sit cross-legged in a circle to watch a chameleon (变色龙) change from brown to bright green. Anyone who wasn’t paying close attention missed the important moment when it shot its long tongue and brought a fly back into its mouth.
Mr. O’Dell had the students take detailed notes on each animal or insect they were observing. He added that the creatures ought to be right where they were, doing whatever they were doing.
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。
Paragraph 1:
The minute the lesson turned to science, Chip exploded with energy and enthusiasm.
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Paragraph 2:
Holding a chameleon, Chip rushed into the classroom, his eyes dancing with excitement.
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【答案】The minute the lesson turned to science, Chip exploded with energy and enthusiasm. Out where Chip lived there wasn’t a lot of wildlife in the plowed fields, but quite a few interesting creatures still lived in the drainage ditches and the high grass along the banks. Chip knew where to find the birds’ nests built so low to the ground that you could look right in and watch the eggs hatch. He’d also knew how to tell the difference between slow land turtles and snapping turtles. So it was easy for Chip to capture a chameleon.
Holding a chameleon, Chip rushed into the classroom, his eyes dancing with excitement. Mr. O’Dell was as excited as if it was a baby dinosaur. In about five minutes he had everybody in the class involved in trying to find out more about skinks. But when the class ended, he’d called Chip up to his desk and said, “Now, you’ll take this chameleon back and put it right where you found it. Humans are pretty good at adapting to new locations, but some creatures can’t manage it at all. If you take them out of their natural environment, they just die.” Chip took the skink back to the drainage ditch where he’d found it and let it go.