2024-2025学年天津大学附属中学高二上学期学科阶段检测一英语试题（含答案）
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2024-2025学年天津大学附属中学高二上学期学科阶段检测一
英语试题
一、单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
1. — You won’t believe it, Tom. I was chosen as an exchange student to China.
— Congratulations! ______.
A. That’s something B. That’s all right
C. You got it D. It’s a pleasure
2. As the busiest woman in the village, Huang Wenxiu made ________ her duty to look after all the other people’s affairs in that village.
A. this B. that C. it D. one
3. With China ________ in the world trade more frequently, the world economy is developing more rapidly and steadily.
A. participating B. to participate C. participated D. being participated
4. —Is there anything else ________ that you’d like to share with us
—The most important advice I’d give is that “Be a rainbow in somebody else’s cloud”.
A. in panic B. in brief C. in advance D. in particular
5. The yellow house ____ windows face south is the place ____ I spent my childhood.
A. whose, that B. whose, where C. which, where D. where, which
6. The message you intend to convey through words may be the exact opposite of ______ others actually understand.
A. why B. that C. which D. what
7. (2018·北京) In today’s information age, the loss of data _________ cause serious problems for a company.
A. need B. should
C. can D. must
8. Though having lived abroad for years, many Chinese still ______ the traditional customs.
A. pursue B. reject C. observe D. support
9. A heavy snow hit our area for the first time this year, _________great inconvenience to traffic and transportation.
A. causing B. caused C. to cause D. having caused
10. It’s not good to break the daily ________ of the old people, to which they have been adapted.
A. routine B. entertainment C. conclusion D. essence
11. We respect the people who have ________ the construction of the country.
A. left an impression on B. contributed themselves to
C. put them on the spot D. had a say an
12. ______ we try our best, there’s no need to feel regret for these failures.
A. Now that B. Even though
C. As though D. So long as
13. It was at seven o’ clock ________ we reached the station.
A. when B. that C. which D. what
14. At first Robert wouldn’t let his daughter go diving, but eventually he ________ as she was so confident about her skills.
A. cheered up B. dressed up C. broke in D. gave in
15. Alzheimer’s disease is _______ as the most common mental disease among older people, and the number of sufferers is growing.
A. judged B. translated C. designed D. recognized
二、完形填空（共20小题；每小题15分，满分30分）
I learnt an important ___16___ from one of my patients. When I first met Linda, she was only six years old, lovely and energetic. ___17___, an accident happened when she fell into the fire on a camping trip, leaving 30% of her skin surface ___18___.
Linda was ___19___ to the hospital and needed three additional surgeries. Between each ___20___, nurses daily took her for disinfection (消毒).
Overnight, the dressings (敷料) would ___21___ to the wound and have to be pulled away. Each step was more painful for Linda than the ___22___ one. For an adult, the disturbing ___23___ and daily fear prove overwhelming. For a child, it has a(n) ___24___ forever. Linda’s life would never be the same.
I took care of Linda for the next several years, ___25___ her scars and freeing areas of tightness in her face and neck. Over that time, her scars faded and her appearance improved ___26___. Eventually, her family moved away and I ___27___ her.
Years later, at a national meeting, I ___28___ a plastic surgeon I knew and he told me he had met a former patient of mine. It was Linda. She was doing extremely well and she was his ___29___ instead of his patient. Linda had become a nurse and worked with him in a burn ___30___.
She was the nurse the patients most often asked to clean their wounds and change their dressings. Her compassion and her courage in returning to a burn unit ___31___ their confidence and reduced their fears. Linda turned her pain into ___32___. She devoted every day of her life towards helping others ___33___ their pain.
Physicians can be ___34___ when we don’t have enough time in a day to complete everything we need to do. Linda taught me the importance of slowing down. Among the best ___35___ we, as physicians, can give our patients, whether in the exam room or at the bedside in the hospital, is to take the time to show the compassion we feel.
16. A. chance B. incident C. lesson D. memory
17. A. Besides B. Otherwise C. However D. Therefore
18. A. abandoned B. damaged C. restored D. exchanged
19. A. evaluated B. surrounded C. admitted D. required
20. A. opportunity B. process C. performance D. operation
21. A. stick B. adapt C. appeal D. object
22. A. frequent B. occasional C. previous D. gradual
23. A. relief B. boredom C. pain D. embarrassment
24. A. reaction B. impact C. impression D. judgment
25. A. recovering B. treating C. fastening D. moving
26. A. significantly B. necessarily C. relevantly D. temporarily
27. A. kept pace of B. lost track of C. gave rise to D. took notice of
28. A. took in B. got over C. called out D. ran into
29. A. applicant B. consultant C. sponsor D. colleague
30. A. unit B. room C. model D. role
31. A. blessed B. increased C. proved D. defeated
32. A. sorrow B. amusement C. sympathy D. regret
33. A. overcome B. suffer C. obtain D. extend
34. A. hesitant B. frustrated C. thrilled D. content
35. A. images B. instructions C. gifts D. words
三、阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分）
A
Welcome to the library, new students! The library will play a big part in your experience while you’re at the University of York. There’s a lot to take in if you’re new.
Buildings
We have several library sites, including a main library on Campus West and two other libraries in the City Centre. Our main library is made up of three connected buildings: the Morrell, the Fairhurst and the Burton. You enter all three buildings through the Morrell.
Resources
Our library has lots of books and journal articles that will help with your studies and research. We also provide videos, slides and interactive tutorials (学习指南) to help you develop your information skills, learn to code (编码), work with data and get creative with digital technologies. We’ll show you how to follow good academic practice and develop your digital skills for effective reading, note-making, essay writing and problem solving.
Checking out
Always bring Library Card with you as you will need it to enter the library and borrow items. You can borrow books and access the electronic resources provided by the library for free. There’s no need to request books that are available. This means you will need to go to the shelves yourself to find the books you need. You can borrow up to 75 items at once, and you’ll need to check your emails to find out when to bring them back.
Opening Hours
The library is usually open from 8 am to midnight. The exceptions to this are days over the Christmas period when the library closes early or is closed all day, and the exam period at the end of each semester when the library opens 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
36. The entrance of the main library is in ______.
A. the Morrell B. the Fairhurst C. the Burton D. the City Centre
37. In what aspects can digital skills help you according to Paragraph 3
A. Effective reading and public speaking. B. Video editing and slide making.
C. Note-making and problem solving. D. Information coding and tutorial making.
38. Which statement is TRUE on borrowing available books from the library
A. You need make a request in advance.
B. You should pay the deposit with your Library Card.
C. You can directly take them from the shelves on your own.
D. You can borrow 75 books at once and return them anytime you want.
39. When can you study in the library through the whole night
A. On December 25th. B. On the day before the final exam.
C. On weekend. D. On the first day of a new semester.
40. Where is the passage most probably taken from
A. An education journal. B. A travel brochure. C. A local newspaper. D. A student guide.
B
While Romano’s classmates were beginning their college life, the 19-year-old Croatian young man had different dreams. In Croatia, taking a gap year is not as common as in other countries, but Romano decided to take a break for a year or two after high school and try volunteering in Africa.
Upon arrival in Arusha, Tanzania, Romano found a volunteering project through an organization. Now he helps poor children and teaches them English and math. These children are not abandoned. They come from low-income families and any help is welcome. There is no soap or running water in the school, and to learn English, the children depend on volunteers because there are not enough qualified teachers.
“They don’t have much, they are poor, but honest and happy, because they are not aware that there may be something better out there for them. As I was lecturing, I saw the materials they used for learning: worn-out pencils, one eraser for 20 children, torn and printed notebooks, and not to mention clothes and shoes. I will only tell you that uniforms are worn to conceal（掩饰）their clothing and thus to mask material inequality,” says Romano, who was therefore encouraged to launch a charity action to collect donations for children’s necessities.
Romano believes that every child has the right to the basics, including education. It is for this reason that he wants to help these little ones. “Now I realize how privileged I am in life just because I was born on another continent. I learned to appreciate more what I have and manage without the basics. As a result, I met a different culture, tested my limits and looked at things from a different perspective — a gratitude perspective,” concludes Romano, hoping that little by little, both he and other volunteers will contribute to positive change through their work.
41. According to the text, what is the education like in Croatia
A. Before going to university, Croatian students must have dreams.
B. The students have to take a year or two off after high school.
C. Taking a gap year is a common occurrence in Croatia.
D. It is not allowed to take a gap year during school in general.
42. Why did Romano come to Arusha
A To prepare for his college life.
B. To help children there as a volunteer.
C. To earn money as a part-time teacher.
D. To promote an educational program.
43. What do we know about the children that Romano teaches
A. They are too poor to be happy.
B. They all have an incomplete family.
C. They have no local English teachers.
D. They know little about the outside world.
44. What does the underlined word “mask” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A Hide.
B. Reduce.
C. Create.
D. Remove.
45. What did Romano learn from his experience
A. All children should have access to higher education.
B. All children should try their best to go to colleges.
C. He should treasure more his life and feel grateful.
D. He should work hard in college to be more powerful.
C
Crosstalk, a traditional form of comic storytelling, is making a comeback in China’s tea houses and theaters.
Audiences can laugh the night away every Saturday at the Qianxiangyi Teahouse in Tianjin, entertained by the apprentices（徒弟） of Hou Baolin, Ma Sanli or Yin Shoushan — all leading crosstalk artists of years past — for only 20 yuan.
The success in Tianjin has also caused the rejuvenation（复活） of crosstalk in Beijing and other places.
Although the art form originated in Beijing in the Qing Dynasty (1644 — 1911), Tianjin became a place where rising stars formed their styles and new pieces were tried out. The city was well-known nationwide for the quality of its crosstalk performances.
Known in Chinese as xiangsheng (literally, “face and voice”), crosstalk was the chief form of comedy throughout most of the 20th century. In the old days in Tianjin and elsewhere, temple fairs and markets were the main places for crosstalkers to perform, although they occasionally also appeared in teahouses or theaters.
Crosstalk pieces draw on every aspect of Chinese culture, from history and folk tales to social issues of the time. Although there are hundreds of traditional pieces, they’re constantly rewritten to suit the times and the audience, while new works are written as well. It’s one of the features that have made crosstalk a public art form throughout its history.
“Crosstalk was in the doldrums（萎靡不振） with competition from other art forms, especially TV,” said Wang Xiaochun, headmaster of the Northern Storytelling Arts School of China (NSAS). “But it has regained its status with crosstalk fans, especially young people, growing aware of its rare qualities.”
“More and more students are coming to NSAS to study crosstalk, including some girl students,” said Wang. “We’re sure that crosstalk will have a strong market.”
46. What does crosstalk mean in Chinese
A. Storytelling.
B. Face and voice.
C. Folk tale.
D. Dialogue.
47. What can we learn about crosstalk from the text
A. Crosstalk didn’t appear until the Qing Dynasty.
B. Crosstalk first arose in Tianjin.
C. Crosstalk was mainly performed at teahouses in the past.
D. Crosstalk was the most popular art form in the 20th century.
48. Why has crosstalk been a public art form
A. It is a popular traditional art after all.
B. The pieces contain some famous folk tales.
C. The crosstalkers make it return to teahouses.
D. The pieces are adapted to suit the times and the audience.
49. We can learn that the future of crosstalk first lies in ________.
A. setting up more storytelling art schools
B. beating TV and other arts
C. young people’s understanding of its value
D. a strong market
50. What is Wang Xiaochun’s attitude towards the future of crosstalk
A. Negative.
B. Doubtful.
C. Optimistic.
D. Cautious.
D
“If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.” It’s a sentence that we have all heard many, many times, and it might even seem old-fashioned and cliched (老生常谈) to you. But this sentence essentially symbolizes the virtue of perseverance- never giving up.
It’s a common phrase coming from the mouths of parents, teachers and coaches. Why It is because we have the tendency to give up trying after numerous attempts resulting in failure. Achieving the seemingly impossible is always tough but we should keep in mind that every step we take is a step closer to maturity and success. In the process of striving to achieve, we reflect, learn and gain self-understanding, the sense of pride and accomplishment of having completed our tasks.
Never give up, try and try again.
Here is a model demonstrating the virtue of perseverance. Thomas Edison, the great inventor of t he bulb, carried out literally thousands of experiments to find out which type of material was suitable f or making the filament (灯丝) of a light bulb. Thousands of different materials were tested. There were thousands of consecutive (连续不断的) failures, but Edison refused to give up. At last he succeeded, and created one of the most important inventions in history. Had he given ap. we would still be living in darkness.
I also have personal experience of the importance of perseverance. When I was in Grade 6 of primary school. I joined a course that required a lot of physical endurance and ability. As I was not an athletic person then I thought it was a big challenge and that I’d never complete all of the tasks. I just wanted to gave up trying, but I told myself to persevere. Somewhat miraculously. I completed the entire course. I knew that I wasn’t as weak as I bad thought, and that sense of joy is utterly invaluable.
Never give up. Life is like tossing a coin-you either get heads or tails. There is equal chance of getting either side of it. Even if you toss tails for 99 times, there is still a chance of getting heads f or the 100th time. The important thing is to try.
Would you give up if you failed an examination twice Would you give up after losing your future Would you give up if you felt like life had lost all its meaning If you answer no to those questions, congratulations. Life is not hopeless, and with enough perseverance and determination, you will succeed. Continue tossing the coin of life, and never give up.
51. Why does “never give up” become a common phrase for many people
A. Because it is a famous saying that symbolizes perseverance and hope.
B. Because it is hardly possible for people to realize their dreams in daily life.
C. Because people tend to give up after trying repeatedly and experiencing failure.
D. Because people seldom reflect themselves in the face of failures and difficulties.
52. Why does the author mention Thomas Edison in Paragraph 4
A. To show the value of Thomas Edison’s invention.
B. To introduce the life experience of Thomas Edison.
C. To back up his point with the story of Thomas Edison.
D. To call on others to set Thomas Edison as a role model.
53. What do we know about the author according to Paragraph 5
A. The author finally gave up when there was a challenge.
B. When the author faced a challenge, he carried on trying.
C. When the author was young, he was good at doing sports.
D. The author used to take on more tasks than he could handle.
54. What message does the text convey
A. Ups and downs make one strong. B. Perseverance requires enthusiasm.
C. A strong-willed soul can reach his goal. D. Experience helps to promote excel
55. What is the metaphor used in the last part of the passage to emphasize the importance of perseverance
A. Life is like a game of chance. B. Life is like a battlefield.
C. Life is like a river with many turns. D. Life is like tossing a coin.
四、阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读表达
Like Twain, but on the other side of the world, the Chinese writer Wang Zengqi was soon to become famous for his own unique brand of humor. In his essay “On Humor”, Wang used fewer than 600 characters to introduce several humorous examples of famous people concluding that, the world is full of amusing things. The thought of them would always make you laugh out loud, even when you’re just sitting by yourself.”
Wang believed that humor not only shows one’s personality, but also reflects a person’s attitude towards life. He himself gives the best example to the word “humor”. One day, one of his readers flattered him by saying, “Gaoyou is famous for, first, the poet Qin Shaoyou, and second, Wang Zengqi.” Wang didn’t show any displeasure but only gave a gentle response, “No. Gaoyou salted duck eggs are much more famous than me. I can only stay in the third place.” On another occasion, Wang was invited to give a speech in the US and was scheduled to speak last. He walked to the podium and began. “Unfortunately, none of today’s speakers have last names starting with X, Y, or Z, so I am the last one to speak. Speaking last is difficult because everyone is already very tired. But don’t worry. My speech will be as short as a rabbit’s tail.”
Both Twain and Wang understood that humor isn’t just about laughter but is a way of life and a tool that can be used to illuminate the world. Wang once said, “Life may be like a dream, short and uncertain. But I pour my true feelings into it. The world gave me its love first, so I cannot help but love it hack.” Life is never smooth sailing and sometimes can be complicated and cruel. But humor can help us maintain our enthusiasm for life. In fact, some may argue that our need for humor is almost as great as our need for water and air. In the words of Mark Twain. “Humor is mankind’s greatest blessing”.
56. How did Wang introduce humorous examples of famous people (no more than 10 words)
________________________________________________________________
57. According to Wang, how was the order of speakers arranged in the speech in the US (no more than 10 words)
________________________________________________________________
58. What is the meaning of the underlined sentence in the last paragraph (no more than 20 words)
________________________________________________________________
59. What do Mark Twain and Wang Zengqi have in common (no more than 15 words)
________________________________________________________________
60. How can a sense of humor help you in your daily life Give an example. (no more than 25 words)
________________________________________________________________
五、书面表达（满分25分）
61. 假设你是某高中生李津，你班的英国交换生Jack在“汉语桥”演讲选拔比赛中因表现不佳而落选，请你代表全班写一封信，内容包含以下几点：
1. 代表班级安慰；
2. 进行鼓励；
3. 表示愿意提供帮助。
参考词汇：
“汉语桥”演讲比赛 “Chinese Bridge” Speaking Contest
注意：
1. 词数不少于100；
2. 可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯；
3. 开头已给出，不计入总词数。
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答案版
一、单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
1. — You won’t believe it, Tom. I was chosen as an exchange student to China.
— Congratulations! ______.
A. That’s something B. That’s all right
C. You got it D. It’s a pleasure
【答案】A
2. As the busiest woman in the village, Huang Wenxiu made ________ her duty to look after all the other people’s affairs in that village.
A. this B. that C. it D. one
【答案】C
3. With China ________ in the world trade more frequently, the world economy is developing more rapidly and steadily.
A. participating B. to participate C. participated D. being participated
【答案】A
4. —Is there anything else ________ that you’d like to share with us
—The most important advice I’d give is that “Be a rainbow in somebody else’s cloud”.
A. in panic B. in brief C. in advance D. in particular
【答案】D
5. The yellow house ____ windows face south is the place ____ I spent my childhood.
A. whose, that B. whose, where C. which, where D. where, which
【答案】B
6. The message you intend to convey through words may be the exact opposite of ______ others actually understand.
A why B. that C. which D. what
【答案】D
7. (2018·北京) In today’s information age, the loss of data _________ cause serious problems for a company.
A. need B. should
C. can D. must
【答案】C
8. Though having lived abroad for years, many Chinese still ______ the traditional customs.
A. pursue B. reject C. observe D. support
【答案】C
9. A heavy snow hit our area for the first time this year, _________great inconvenience to traffic and transportation.
A. causing B. caused C. to cause D. having caused
【答案】A
10. It’s not good to break the daily ________ of the old people, to which they have been adapted.
A. routine B. entertainment C. conclusion D. essence
【答案】A
11 We respect the people who have ________ the construction of the country.
A. left an impression on B. contributed themselves to
C. put them on the spot D. had a say an
【答案】B
12. ______ we try our best, there’s no need to feel regret for these failures.
A. Now that B. Even though
C. As though D. So long as
【答案】D
13. It was at seven o’ clock ________ we reached the station.
A. when B. that C. which D. what
【答案】B
14. At first Robert wouldn’t let his daughter go diving, but eventually he ________ as she was so confident about her skills.
A. cheered up B. dressed up C. broke in D. gave in
【答案】D
15. Alzheimer’s disease is _______ as the most common mental disease among older people, and the number of sufferers is growing.
A. judged B. translated C. designed D. recognized
【答案】D
二、完形填空（共20小题；每小题15分，满分30分）
I learnt an important ___16___ from one of my patients. When I first met Linda, she was only six years old, lovely and energetic. ___17___, an accident happened when she fell into the fire on a camping trip, leaving 30% of her skin surface ___18___.
Linda was ___19___ to the hospital and needed three additional surgeries. Between each ___20___, nurses daily took her for disinfection (消毒).
Overnight, the dressings (敷料) would ___21___ to the wound and have to be pulled away. Each step was more painful for Linda than the ___22___ one. For an adult, the disturbing ___23___ and daily fear prove overwhelming. For a child, it has a(n) ___24___ forever. Linda’s life would never be the same.
I took care of Linda for the next several years, ___25___ her scars and freeing areas of tightness in her face and neck. Over that time, her scars faded and her appearance improved ___26___. Eventually, her family moved away and I ___27___ her.
Years later, at a national meeting, I ___28___ a plastic surgeon I knew and he told me he had met a former patient of mine. It was Linda. She was doing extremely well and she was his ___29___ instead of his patient. Linda had become a nurse and worked with him in a burn ___30___.
She was the nurse the patients most often asked to clean their wounds and change their dressings. Her compassion and her courage in returning to a burn unit ___31___ their confidence and reduced their fears. Linda turned her pain into ___32___. She devoted every day of her life towards helping others ___33___ their pain.
Physicians can be ___34___ when we don’t have enough time in a day to complete everything we need to do. Linda taught me the importance of slowing down. Among the best ___35___ we, as physicians, can give our patients, whether in the exam room or at the bedside in the hospital, is to take the time to show the compassion we feel.
16. A. chance B. incident C. lesson D. memory
17. A. Besides B. Otherwise C. However D. Therefore
18. A. abandoned B. damaged C. restored D. exchanged
19. A. evaluated B. surrounded C. admitted D. required
20. A. opportunity B. process C. performance D. operation
21. A. stick B. adapt C. appeal D. object
22. A. frequent B. occasional C. previous D. gradual
23. A. relief B. boredom C. pain D. embarrassment
24. A. reaction B. impact C. impression D. judgment
25. A. recovering B. treating C. fastening D. moving
26. A. significantly B. necessarily C. relevantly D. temporarily
27. A. kept pace of B. lost track of C. gave rise to D. took notice of
28. A. took in B. got over C. called out D. ran into
29. A. applicant B. consultant C. sponsor D. colleague
30. A. unit B. room C. model D. role
31. A. blessed B. increased C. proved D. defeated
32. A. sorrow B. amusement C. sympathy D. regret
33. A. overcome B. suffer C. obtain D. extend
34. A. hesitant B. frustrated C. thrilled D. content
35. A. images B. instructions C. gifts D. words
【答案】16. C 17. C 18. B 19. C 20. D 21. A 22. C 23. C 24. B 25. B 26. A 27. B 28. D 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. B 35. C
三、阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分）
A
Welcome to the library, new students! The library will play a big part in your experience while you’re at the University of York. There’s a lot to take in if you’re new.
Buildings
We have several library sites, including a main library on Campus West and two other libraries in the City Centre. Our main library is made up of three connected buildings: the Morrell, the Fairhurst and the Burton. You enter all three buildings through the Morrell.
Resources
Our library has lots of books and journal articles that will help with your studies and research. We also provide videos, slides and interactive tutorials (学习指南) to help you develop your information skills, learn to code (编码), work with data and get creative with digital technologies. We’ll show you how to follow good academic practice and develop your digital skills for effective reading, note-making, essay writing and problem solving.
Checking out
Always bring Library Card with you as you will need it to enter the library and borrow items. You can borrow books and access the electronic resources provided by the library for free. There’s no need to request books that are available. This means you will need to go to the shelves yourself to find the books you need. You can borrow up to 75 items at once, and you’ll need to check your emails to find out when to bring them back.
Opening Hours
The library is usually open from 8 am to midnight. The exceptions to this are days over the Christmas period when the library closes early or is closed all day, and the exam period at the end of each semester when the library opens 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
36. The entrance of the main library is in ______.
A. the Morrell B. the Fairhurst C. the Burton D. the City Centre
37. In what aspects can digital skills help you according to Paragraph 3
A. Effective reading and public speaking. B. Video editing and slide making.
C. Note-making and problem solving. D. Information coding and tutorial making.
38. Which statement is TRUE on borrowing available books from the library
A. You need make a request in advance.
B. You should pay the deposit with your Library Card.
C. You can directly take them from the shelves on your own.
D. You can borrow 75 books at once and return them anytime you want.
39. When can you study in the library through the whole night
A. On December 25th. B. On the day before the final exam.
C. On weekend. D. On the first day of a new semester.
40. Where is the passage most probably taken from
A. An education journal. B. A travel brochure. C. A local newspaper. D. A student guide.
【答案】36. A 37. C 38. C 39. B 40. D
B
While Romano’s classmates were beginning their college life, the 19-year-old Croatian young man had different dreams. In Croatia, taking a gap year is not as common as in other countries, but Romano decided to take a break for a year or two after high school and try volunteering in Africa.
Upon arrival in Arusha, Tanzania, Romano found a volunteering project through an organization. Now he helps poor children and teaches them English and math. These children are not abandoned. They come from low-income families and any help is welcome. There is no soap or running water in the school, and to learn English, the children depend on volunteers because there are not enough qualified teachers.
“They don’t have much, they are poor, but honest and happy, because they are not aware that there may be something better out there for them. As I was lecturing, I saw the materials they used for learning: worn-out pencils, one eraser for 20 children, torn and printed notebooks, and not to mention clothes and shoes. I will only tell you that uniforms are worn to conceal（掩饰）their clothing and thus to mask material inequality,” says Romano, who was therefore encouraged to launch a charity action to collect donations for children’s necessities.
Romano believes that every child has the right to the basics, including education. It is for this reason that he wants to help these little ones. “Now I realize how privileged I am in life just because I was born on another continent. I learned to appreciate more what I have and manage without the basics. As a result, I met a different culture, tested my limits and looked at things from a different perspective — a gratitude perspective,” concludes Romano, hoping that little by little, both he and other volunteers will contribute to positive change through their work.
41. According to the text, what is the education like in Croatia
A. Before going to university, Croatian students must have dreams.
B. The students have to take a year or two off after high school.
C. Taking a gap year is a common occurrence in Croatia.
D. It is not allowed to take a gap year during school in general.
42. Why did Romano come to Arusha
A. To prepare for his college life.
B. To help children there as a volunteer.
C. To earn money as a part-time teacher.
D. To promote an educational program.
43. What do we know about the children that Romano teaches
A. They are too poor to be happy.
B. They all have an incomplete family.
C. They have no local English teachers.
D. They know little about the outside world.
44. What does the underlined word “mask” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Hide.
B. Reduce.
C. Create.
D. Remove.
45. What did Romano learn from his experience
A. All children should have access to higher education.
B. All children should try their best to go to colleges.
C. He should treasure more his life and feel grateful.
D. He should work hard in college to be more powerful.
【答案】41. D 42. B 43. D 44. A 45. C
C
Crosstalk, a traditional form of comic storytelling, is making a comeback in China’s tea houses and theaters.
Audiences can laugh the night away every Saturday at the Qianxiangyi Teahouse in Tianjin, entertained by the apprentices（徒弟） of Hou Baolin, Ma Sanli or Yin Shoushan — all leading crosstalk artists of years past — for only 20 yuan.
The success in Tianjin has also caused the rejuvenation（复活） of crosstalk in Beijing and other places.
Although the art form originated in Beijing in the Qing Dynasty (1644 — 1911), Tianjin became a place where rising stars formed their styles and new pieces were tried out. The city was well-known nationwide for the quality of its crosstalk performances.
Known in Chinese as xiangsheng (literally, “face and voice”), crosstalk was the chief form of comedy throughout most of the 20th century. In the old days in Tianjin and elsewhere, temple fairs and markets were the main places for crosstalkers to perform, although they occasionally also appeared in teahouses or theaters.
Crosstalk pieces draw on every aspect of Chinese culture, from history and folk tales to social issues of the time. Although there are hundreds of traditional pieces, they’re constantly rewritten to suit the times and the audience, while new works are written as well. It’s one of the features that have made crosstalk a public art form throughout its history.
“Crosstalk was in the doldrums（萎靡不振） with competition from other art forms, especially TV,” said Wang Xiaochun, headmaster of the Northern Storytelling Arts School of China (NSAS). “But it has regained its status with crosstalk fans, especially young people, growing aware of its rare qualities.”
“More and more students are coming to NSAS to study crosstalk, including some girl students,” said Wang. “We’re sure that crosstalk will have a strong market.”
46. What does crosstalk mean in Chinese
A. Storytelling.
B. Face and voice.
C. Folk tale.
D. Dialogue.
47. What can we learn about crosstalk from the text
A. Crosstalk didn’t appear until the Qing Dynasty.
B. Crosstalk first arose in Tianjin.
C. Crosstalk was mainly performed at teahouses in the past.
D. Crosstalk was the most popular art form in the 20th century.
48. Why has crosstalk been a public art form
A. It is a popular traditional art after all.
B. The pieces contain some famous folk tales.
C. The crosstalkers make it return to teahouses.
D. The pieces are adapted to suit the times and the audience.
49. We can learn that the future of crosstalk first lies in ________.
A. setting up more storytelling art schools
B. beating TV and other arts
C. young people’s understanding of its value
D. a strong market
50. What is Wang Xiaochun’s attitude towards the future of crosstalk
A. Negative.
B. Doubtful.
C. Optimistic.
D. Cautious.
【答案】46. B 47. A 48. D 49. C 50. C
D
“If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.” It’s a sentence that we have all heard many, many times, and it might even seem old-fashioned and cliched (老生常谈) to you. But this sentence essentially symbolizes the virtue of perseverance- never giving up.
It’s a common phrase coming from the mouths of parents, teachers and coaches. Why It is because we have the tendency to give up trying after numerous attempts resulting in failure. Achieving the seemingly impossible is always tough but we should keep in mind that every step we take is a step closer to maturity and success. In the process of striving to achieve, we reflect, learn and gain self-understanding, the sense of pride and accomplishment of having completed our tasks.
Never give up, try and try again.
Here is a model demonstrating the virtue of perseverance. Thomas Edison, the great inventor of t he bulb, carried out literally thousands of experiments to find out which type of material was suitable f or making the filament (灯丝) of a light bulb. Thousands of different materials were tested. There were thousands of consecutive (连续不断的) failures, but Edison refused to give up. At last he succeeded, and created one of the most important inventions in history. Had he given ap. we would still be living in darkness.
I also have personal experience of the importance of perseverance. When I was in Grade 6 of primary school. I joined a course that required a lot of physical endurance and ability. As I was not an athletic person then, I thought it was a big challenge and that I’d never complete all of the tasks. I just wanted to gave up trying, but I told myself to persevere. Somewhat miraculously. I completed the entire course. I knew that I wasn’t as weak as I bad thought, and that sense of joy is utterly invaluable.
Never give up. Life is like tossing a coin-you either get heads, or tails. There is equal chance of getting either side of it. Even if you toss tails for 99 times, there is still a chance of getting heads f or the 100th time. The important thing is to try.
Would you give up if you failed an examination twice Would you give up after losing your future Would you give up if you felt like life had lost all its meaning If you answer no to those questions, congratulations. Life is not hopeless, and with enough perseverance and determination, you will succeed. Continue tossing the coin of life, and never give up.
51. Why does “never give up” become a common phrase for many people
A. Because it is a famous saying that symbolizes perseverance and hope.
B. Because it is hardly possible for people to realize their dreams in daily life.
C. Because people tend to give up after trying repeatedly and experiencing failure.
D. Because people seldom reflect themselves in the face of failures and difficulties.
52. Why does the author mention Thomas Edison in Paragraph 4
A. To show the value of Thomas Edison’s invention.
B. To introduce the life experience of Thomas Edison.
C. To back up his point with the story of Thomas Edison.
D. To call on others to set Thomas Edison as a role model.
53. What do we know about the author according to Paragraph 5
A. The author finally gave up when there was a challenge.
B. When the author faced a challenge, he carried on trying.
C. When the author was young, he was good at doing sports.
D. The author used to take on more tasks than he could handle.
54. What message does the text convey
A. Ups and downs make one strong. B. Perseverance requires enthusiasm.
C. A strong-willed soul can reach his goal. D. Experience helps to promote excel
55. What is the metaphor used in the last part of the passage to emphasize the importance of perseverance
A. Life is like a game of chance. B. Life is like a battlefield.
C. Life is like a river with many turns. D. Life is like tossing a coin.
【答案】51. C 52. C 53. B 54. C 55. D
四、阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读表达
Like Twain, but on the other side of the world, the Chinese writer Wang Zengqi was soon to become famous for his own unique brand of humor. In his essay “On Humor”, Wang used fewer than 600 characters to introduce several humorous examples of famous people concluding that, the world is full of amusing things. The thought of them would always make you laugh out loud, even when you’re just sitting by yourself.”
Wang believed that humor not only shows one’s personality, but also reflects a person’s attitude towards life. He himself gives the best example to the word “humor”. One day, one of his readers flattered him by saying, “Gaoyou is famous for, first, the poet Qin Shaoyou, and second, Wang Zengqi.” Wang didn’t show any displeasure but only gave a gentle response, “No. Gaoyou salted duck eggs are much more famous than me. I can only stay in the third place.” On another occasion, Wang was invited to give a speech in the US and was scheduled to speak last. He walked to the podium and began. “Unfortunately, none of today’s speakers have last names starting with X, Y, or Z, so I am the last one to speak. Speaking last is difficult because everyone is already very tired. But don’t worry. My speech will be as short as a rabbit’s tail.”
Both Twain and Wang understood that humor isn’t just about laughter, but is a way of life and a tool that can be used to illuminate the world. Wang once said, “Life may be like a dream, short and uncertain. But I pour my true feelings into it. The world gave me its love first, so I cannot help but love it hack.” Life is never smooth sailing and sometimes can be complicated and cruel. But humor can help us maintain our enthusiasm for life. In fact, some may argue that our need for humor is almost as great as our need for water and air. In the words of Mark Twain. “Humor is mankind’s greatest blessing”.
56. How did Wang introduce humorous examples of famous people (no more than 10 words)
________________________________________________________________
57. According to Wang, how was the order of speakers arranged in the speech in the US (no more than 10 words)
________________________________________________________________
58. What is the meaning of the underlined sentence in the last paragraph (no more than 20 words)
________________________________________________________________
59. What do Mark Twain and Wang Zengqi have in common (no more than 15 words)
________________________________________________________________
60. How can a sense of humor help you in your daily life Give an example. (no more than 25 words)
________________________________________________________________
【答案】56. By using fewer than 600 characters.
57. By the starting letters of last names.
58. Life is short and changeable but should be loved.
59. They both have unique brands of humor.
60. It can ease tension. For example, making jokes when late.
五、书面表达（满分25分）
61. 假设你是某高中生李津，你班的英国交换生Jack在“汉语桥”演讲选拔比赛中因表现不佳而落选，请你代表全班写一封信，内容包含以下几点：
1. 代表班级安慰；
2. 进行鼓励；
3. 表示愿意提供帮助。
参考词汇：
“汉语桥”演讲比赛 “Chinese Bridge” Speaking Contest
注意：
1. 词数不少于100；
2. 可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯；
3. 开头已给出，不计入总词数。
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】Dear Jack,
I hope this letter finds you in good spirits despite the recent outcome of the "Chinese Bridge" Speaking Contest. On behalf of our class, I want to extend our heartfelt sympathy and support to you through this challenging time.
We understand that the competition was a significant opportunity for you to showcase your language skills, and it’s completely normal to feel disappointed with the result. However, we believe that your participation alone is a testament to your courage and dedication to learning a new language. As the saying goes," The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step."
Remember, even the most successful people have encountered setbacks on their path to greatness. We are more than willing to offer our help and support in any way we can.
Keep your chin up, Jack. Your journey with the Chinese language is far from over, and with your determination, we are confident that you will achieve great things in the future.
Warm regards,
Li Jin
英语试题
一、单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
1. — You won’t believe it, Tom. I was chosen as an exchange student to China.
— Congratulations! ______.
A. That’s something B. That’s all right
C. You got it D. It’s a pleasure
2. As the busiest woman in the village, Huang Wenxiu made ________ her duty to look after all the other people’s affairs in that village.
A. this B. that C. it D. one
3. With China ________ in the world trade more frequently, the world economy is developing more rapidly and steadily.
A. participating B. to participate C. participated D. being participated
4. —Is there anything else ________ that you’d like to share with us
—The most important advice I’d give is that “Be a rainbow in somebody else’s cloud”.
A. in panic B. in brief C. in advance D. in particular
5. The yellow house ____ windows face south is the place ____ I spent my childhood.
A. whose, that B. whose, where C. which, where D. where, which
6. The message you intend to convey through words may be the exact opposite of ______ others actually understand.
A. why B. that C. which D. what
7. (2018·北京) In today’s information age, the loss of data _________ cause serious problems for a company.
A. need B. should
C. can D. must
8. Though having lived abroad for years, many Chinese still ______ the traditional customs.
A. pursue B. reject C. observe D. support
9. A heavy snow hit our area for the first time this year, _________great inconvenience to traffic and transportation.
A. causing B. caused C. to cause D. having caused
10. It’s not good to break the daily ________ of the old people, to which they have been adapted.
A. routine B. entertainment C. conclusion D. essence
11. We respect the people who have ________ the construction of the country.
A. left an impression on B. contributed themselves to
C. put them on the spot D. had a say an
12. ______ we try our best, there’s no need to feel regret for these failures.
A. Now that B. Even though
C. As though D. So long as
13. It was at seven o’ clock ________ we reached the station.
A. when B. that C. which D. what
14. At first Robert wouldn’t let his daughter go diving, but eventually he ________ as she was so confident about her skills.
A. cheered up B. dressed up C. broke in D. gave in
15. Alzheimer’s disease is _______ as the most common mental disease among older people, and the number of sufferers is growing.
A. judged B. translated C. designed D. recognized
二、完形填空（共20小题；每小题15分，满分30分）
I learnt an important ___16___ from one of my patients. When I first met Linda, she was only six years old, lovely and energetic. ___17___, an accident happened when she fell into the fire on a camping trip, leaving 30% of her skin surface ___18___.
Linda was ___19___ to the hospital and needed three additional surgeries. Between each ___20___, nurses daily took her for disinfection (消毒).
Overnight, the dressings (敷料) would ___21___ to the wound and have to be pulled away. Each step was more painful for Linda than the ___22___ one. For an adult, the disturbing ___23___ and daily fear prove overwhelming. For a child, it has a(n) ___24___ forever. Linda’s life would never be the same.
I took care of Linda for the next several years, ___25___ her scars and freeing areas of tightness in her face and neck. Over that time, her scars faded and her appearance improved ___26___. Eventually, her family moved away and I ___27___ her.
Years later, at a national meeting, I ___28___ a plastic surgeon I knew and he told me he had met a former patient of mine. It was Linda. She was doing extremely well and she was his ___29___ instead of his patient. Linda had become a nurse and worked with him in a burn ___30___.
She was the nurse the patients most often asked to clean their wounds and change their dressings. Her compassion and her courage in returning to a burn unit ___31___ their confidence and reduced their fears. Linda turned her pain into ___32___. She devoted every day of her life towards helping others ___33___ their pain.
Physicians can be ___34___ when we don’t have enough time in a day to complete everything we need to do. Linda taught me the importance of slowing down. Among the best ___35___ we, as physicians, can give our patients, whether in the exam room or at the bedside in the hospital, is to take the time to show the compassion we feel.
16. A. chance B. incident C. lesson D. memory
17. A. Besides B. Otherwise C. However D. Therefore
18. A. abandoned B. damaged C. restored D. exchanged
19. A. evaluated B. surrounded C. admitted D. required
20. A. opportunity B. process C. performance D. operation
21. A. stick B. adapt C. appeal D. object
22. A. frequent B. occasional C. previous D. gradual
23. A. relief B. boredom C. pain D. embarrassment
24. A. reaction B. impact C. impression D. judgment
25. A. recovering B. treating C. fastening D. moving
26. A. significantly B. necessarily C. relevantly D. temporarily
27. A. kept pace of B. lost track of C. gave rise to D. took notice of
28. A. took in B. got over C. called out D. ran into
29. A. applicant B. consultant C. sponsor D. colleague
30. A. unit B. room C. model D. role
31. A. blessed B. increased C. proved D. defeated
32. A. sorrow B. amusement C. sympathy D. regret
33. A. overcome B. suffer C. obtain D. extend
34. A. hesitant B. frustrated C. thrilled D. content
35. A. images B. instructions C. gifts D. words
三、阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分）
A
Welcome to the library, new students! The library will play a big part in your experience while you’re at the University of York. There’s a lot to take in if you’re new.
Buildings
We have several library sites, including a main library on Campus West and two other libraries in the City Centre. Our main library is made up of three connected buildings: the Morrell, the Fairhurst and the Burton. You enter all three buildings through the Morrell.
Resources
Our library has lots of books and journal articles that will help with your studies and research. We also provide videos, slides and interactive tutorials (学习指南) to help you develop your information skills, learn to code (编码), work with data and get creative with digital technologies. We’ll show you how to follow good academic practice and develop your digital skills for effective reading, note-making, essay writing and problem solving.
Checking out
Always bring Library Card with you as you will need it to enter the library and borrow items. You can borrow books and access the electronic resources provided by the library for free. There’s no need to request books that are available. This means you will need to go to the shelves yourself to find the books you need. You can borrow up to 75 items at once, and you’ll need to check your emails to find out when to bring them back.
Opening Hours
The library is usually open from 8 am to midnight. The exceptions to this are days over the Christmas period when the library closes early or is closed all day, and the exam period at the end of each semester when the library opens 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
36. The entrance of the main library is in ______.
A. the Morrell B. the Fairhurst C. the Burton D. the City Centre
37. In what aspects can digital skills help you according to Paragraph 3
A. Effective reading and public speaking. B. Video editing and slide making.
C. Note-making and problem solving. D. Information coding and tutorial making.
38. Which statement is TRUE on borrowing available books from the library
A. You need make a request in advance.
B. You should pay the deposit with your Library Card.
C. You can directly take them from the shelves on your own.
D. You can borrow 75 books at once and return them anytime you want.
39. When can you study in the library through the whole night
A. On December 25th. B. On the day before the final exam.
C. On weekend. D. On the first day of a new semester.
40. Where is the passage most probably taken from
A. An education journal. B. A travel brochure. C. A local newspaper. D. A student guide.
B
While Romano’s classmates were beginning their college life, the 19-year-old Croatian young man had different dreams. In Croatia, taking a gap year is not as common as in other countries, but Romano decided to take a break for a year or two after high school and try volunteering in Africa.
Upon arrival in Arusha, Tanzania, Romano found a volunteering project through an organization. Now he helps poor children and teaches them English and math. These children are not abandoned. They come from low-income families and any help is welcome. There is no soap or running water in the school, and to learn English, the children depend on volunteers because there are not enough qualified teachers.
“They don’t have much, they are poor, but honest and happy, because they are not aware that there may be something better out there for them. As I was lecturing, I saw the materials they used for learning: worn-out pencils, one eraser for 20 children, torn and printed notebooks, and not to mention clothes and shoes. I will only tell you that uniforms are worn to conceal（掩饰）their clothing and thus to mask material inequality,” says Romano, who was therefore encouraged to launch a charity action to collect donations for children’s necessities.
Romano believes that every child has the right to the basics, including education. It is for this reason that he wants to help these little ones. “Now I realize how privileged I am in life just because I was born on another continent. I learned to appreciate more what I have and manage without the basics. As a result, I met a different culture, tested my limits and looked at things from a different perspective — a gratitude perspective,” concludes Romano, hoping that little by little, both he and other volunteers will contribute to positive change through their work.
41. According to the text, what is the education like in Croatia
A. Before going to university, Croatian students must have dreams.
B. The students have to take a year or two off after high school.
C. Taking a gap year is a common occurrence in Croatia.
D. It is not allowed to take a gap year during school in general.
42. Why did Romano come to Arusha
A To prepare for his college life.
B. To help children there as a volunteer.
C. To earn money as a part-time teacher.
D. To promote an educational program.
43. What do we know about the children that Romano teaches
A. They are too poor to be happy.
B. They all have an incomplete family.
C. They have no local English teachers.
D. They know little about the outside world.
44. What does the underlined word “mask” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A Hide.
B. Reduce.
C. Create.
D. Remove.
45. What did Romano learn from his experience
A. All children should have access to higher education.
B. All children should try their best to go to colleges.
C. He should treasure more his life and feel grateful.
D. He should work hard in college to be more powerful.
C
Crosstalk, a traditional form of comic storytelling, is making a comeback in China’s tea houses and theaters.
Audiences can laugh the night away every Saturday at the Qianxiangyi Teahouse in Tianjin, entertained by the apprentices（徒弟） of Hou Baolin, Ma Sanli or Yin Shoushan — all leading crosstalk artists of years past — for only 20 yuan.
The success in Tianjin has also caused the rejuvenation（复活） of crosstalk in Beijing and other places.
Although the art form originated in Beijing in the Qing Dynasty (1644 — 1911), Tianjin became a place where rising stars formed their styles and new pieces were tried out. The city was well-known nationwide for the quality of its crosstalk performances.
Known in Chinese as xiangsheng (literally, “face and voice”), crosstalk was the chief form of comedy throughout most of the 20th century. In the old days in Tianjin and elsewhere, temple fairs and markets were the main places for crosstalkers to perform, although they occasionally also appeared in teahouses or theaters.
Crosstalk pieces draw on every aspect of Chinese culture, from history and folk tales to social issues of the time. Although there are hundreds of traditional pieces, they’re constantly rewritten to suit the times and the audience, while new works are written as well. It’s one of the features that have made crosstalk a public art form throughout its history.
“Crosstalk was in the doldrums（萎靡不振） with competition from other art forms, especially TV,” said Wang Xiaochun, headmaster of the Northern Storytelling Arts School of China (NSAS). “But it has regained its status with crosstalk fans, especially young people, growing aware of its rare qualities.”
“More and more students are coming to NSAS to study crosstalk, including some girl students,” said Wang. “We’re sure that crosstalk will have a strong market.”
46. What does crosstalk mean in Chinese
A. Storytelling.
B. Face and voice.
C. Folk tale.
D. Dialogue.
47. What can we learn about crosstalk from the text
A. Crosstalk didn’t appear until the Qing Dynasty.
B. Crosstalk first arose in Tianjin.
C. Crosstalk was mainly performed at teahouses in the past.
D. Crosstalk was the most popular art form in the 20th century.
48. Why has crosstalk been a public art form
A. It is a popular traditional art after all.
B. The pieces contain some famous folk tales.
C. The crosstalkers make it return to teahouses.
D. The pieces are adapted to suit the times and the audience.
49. We can learn that the future of crosstalk first lies in ________.
A. setting up more storytelling art schools
B. beating TV and other arts
C. young people’s understanding of its value
D. a strong market
50. What is Wang Xiaochun’s attitude towards the future of crosstalk
A. Negative.
B. Doubtful.
C. Optimistic.
D. Cautious.
D
“If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.” It’s a sentence that we have all heard many, many times, and it might even seem old-fashioned and cliched (老生常谈) to you. But this sentence essentially symbolizes the virtue of perseverance- never giving up.
It’s a common phrase coming from the mouths of parents, teachers and coaches. Why It is because we have the tendency to give up trying after numerous attempts resulting in failure. Achieving the seemingly impossible is always tough but we should keep in mind that every step we take is a step closer to maturity and success. In the process of striving to achieve, we reflect, learn and gain self-understanding, the sense of pride and accomplishment of having completed our tasks.
Never give up, try and try again.
Here is a model demonstrating the virtue of perseverance. Thomas Edison, the great inventor of t he bulb, carried out literally thousands of experiments to find out which type of material was suitable f or making the filament (灯丝) of a light bulb. Thousands of different materials were tested. There were thousands of consecutive (连续不断的) failures, but Edison refused to give up. At last he succeeded, and created one of the most important inventions in history. Had he given ap. we would still be living in darkness.
I also have personal experience of the importance of perseverance. When I was in Grade 6 of primary school. I joined a course that required a lot of physical endurance and ability. As I was not an athletic person then I thought it was a big challenge and that I’d never complete all of the tasks. I just wanted to gave up trying, but I told myself to persevere. Somewhat miraculously. I completed the entire course. I knew that I wasn’t as weak as I bad thought, and that sense of joy is utterly invaluable.
Never give up. Life is like tossing a coin-you either get heads or tails. There is equal chance of getting either side of it. Even if you toss tails for 99 times, there is still a chance of getting heads f or the 100th time. The important thing is to try.
Would you give up if you failed an examination twice Would you give up after losing your future Would you give up if you felt like life had lost all its meaning If you answer no to those questions, congratulations. Life is not hopeless, and with enough perseverance and determination, you will succeed. Continue tossing the coin of life, and never give up.
51. Why does “never give up” become a common phrase for many people
A. Because it is a famous saying that symbolizes perseverance and hope.
B. Because it is hardly possible for people to realize their dreams in daily life.
C. Because people tend to give up after trying repeatedly and experiencing failure.
D. Because people seldom reflect themselves in the face of failures and difficulties.
52. Why does the author mention Thomas Edison in Paragraph 4
A. To show the value of Thomas Edison’s invention.
B. To introduce the life experience of Thomas Edison.
C. To back up his point with the story of Thomas Edison.
D. To call on others to set Thomas Edison as a role model.
53. What do we know about the author according to Paragraph 5
A. The author finally gave up when there was a challenge.
B. When the author faced a challenge, he carried on trying.
C. When the author was young, he was good at doing sports.
D. The author used to take on more tasks than he could handle.
54. What message does the text convey
A. Ups and downs make one strong. B. Perseverance requires enthusiasm.
C. A strong-willed soul can reach his goal. D. Experience helps to promote excel
55. What is the metaphor used in the last part of the passage to emphasize the importance of perseverance
A. Life is like a game of chance. B. Life is like a battlefield.
C. Life is like a river with many turns. D. Life is like tossing a coin.
四、阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读表达
Like Twain, but on the other side of the world, the Chinese writer Wang Zengqi was soon to become famous for his own unique brand of humor. In his essay “On Humor”, Wang used fewer than 600 characters to introduce several humorous examples of famous people concluding that, the world is full of amusing things. The thought of them would always make you laugh out loud, even when you’re just sitting by yourself.”
Wang believed that humor not only shows one’s personality, but also reflects a person’s attitude towards life. He himself gives the best example to the word “humor”. One day, one of his readers flattered him by saying, “Gaoyou is famous for, first, the poet Qin Shaoyou, and second, Wang Zengqi.” Wang didn’t show any displeasure but only gave a gentle response, “No. Gaoyou salted duck eggs are much more famous than me. I can only stay in the third place.” On another occasion, Wang was invited to give a speech in the US and was scheduled to speak last. He walked to the podium and began. “Unfortunately, none of today’s speakers have last names starting with X, Y, or Z, so I am the last one to speak. Speaking last is difficult because everyone is already very tired. But don’t worry. My speech will be as short as a rabbit’s tail.”
Both Twain and Wang understood that humor isn’t just about laughter but is a way of life and a tool that can be used to illuminate the world. Wang once said, “Life may be like a dream, short and uncertain. But I pour my true feelings into it. The world gave me its love first, so I cannot help but love it hack.” Life is never smooth sailing and sometimes can be complicated and cruel. But humor can help us maintain our enthusiasm for life. In fact, some may argue that our need for humor is almost as great as our need for water and air. In the words of Mark Twain. “Humor is mankind’s greatest blessing”.
56. How did Wang introduce humorous examples of famous people (no more than 10 words)
________________________________________________________________
57. According to Wang, how was the order of speakers arranged in the speech in the US (no more than 10 words)
________________________________________________________________
58. What is the meaning of the underlined sentence in the last paragraph (no more than 20 words)
________________________________________________________________
59. What do Mark Twain and Wang Zengqi have in common (no more than 15 words)
________________________________________________________________
60. How can a sense of humor help you in your daily life Give an example. (no more than 25 words)
________________________________________________________________
五、书面表达（满分25分）
61. 假设你是某高中生李津，你班的英国交换生Jack在“汉语桥”演讲选拔比赛中因表现不佳而落选，请你代表全班写一封信，内容包含以下几点：
1. 代表班级安慰；
2. 进行鼓励；
3. 表示愿意提供帮助。
参考词汇：
“汉语桥”演讲比赛 “Chinese Bridge” Speaking Contest
注意：
1. 词数不少于100；
2. 可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯；
3. 开头已给出，不计入总词数。
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答案版
一、单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
1. — You won’t believe it, Tom. I was chosen as an exchange student to China.
— Congratulations! ______.
A. That’s something B. That’s all right
C. You got it D. It’s a pleasure
【答案】A
2. As the busiest woman in the village, Huang Wenxiu made ________ her duty to look after all the other people’s affairs in that village.
A. this B. that C. it D. one
【答案】C
3. With China ________ in the world trade more frequently, the world economy is developing more rapidly and steadily.
A. participating B. to participate C. participated D. being participated
【答案】A
4. —Is there anything else ________ that you’d like to share with us
—The most important advice I’d give is that “Be a rainbow in somebody else’s cloud”.
A. in panic B. in brief C. in advance D. in particular
【答案】D
5. The yellow house ____ windows face south is the place ____ I spent my childhood.
A. whose, that B. whose, where C. which, where D. where, which
【答案】B
6. The message you intend to convey through words may be the exact opposite of ______ others actually understand.
A why B. that C. which D. what
【答案】D
7. (2018·北京) In today’s information age, the loss of data _________ cause serious problems for a company.
A. need B. should
C. can D. must
【答案】C
8. Though having lived abroad for years, many Chinese still ______ the traditional customs.
A. pursue B. reject C. observe D. support
【答案】C
9. A heavy snow hit our area for the first time this year, _________great inconvenience to traffic and transportation.
A. causing B. caused C. to cause D. having caused
【答案】A
10. It’s not good to break the daily ________ of the old people, to which they have been adapted.
A. routine B. entertainment C. conclusion D. essence
【答案】A
11 We respect the people who have ________ the construction of the country.
A. left an impression on B. contributed themselves to
C. put them on the spot D. had a say an
【答案】B
12. ______ we try our best, there’s no need to feel regret for these failures.
A. Now that B. Even though
C. As though D. So long as
【答案】D
13. It was at seven o’ clock ________ we reached the station.
A. when B. that C. which D. what
【答案】B
14. At first Robert wouldn’t let his daughter go diving, but eventually he ________ as she was so confident about her skills.
A. cheered up B. dressed up C. broke in D. gave in
【答案】D
15. Alzheimer’s disease is _______ as the most common mental disease among older people, and the number of sufferers is growing.
A. judged B. translated C. designed D. recognized
【答案】D
二、完形填空（共20小题；每小题15分，满分30分）
I learnt an important ___16___ from one of my patients. When I first met Linda, she was only six years old, lovely and energetic. ___17___, an accident happened when she fell into the fire on a camping trip, leaving 30% of her skin surface ___18___.
Linda was ___19___ to the hospital and needed three additional surgeries. Between each ___20___, nurses daily took her for disinfection (消毒).
Overnight, the dressings (敷料) would ___21___ to the wound and have to be pulled away. Each step was more painful for Linda than the ___22___ one. For an adult, the disturbing ___23___ and daily fear prove overwhelming. For a child, it has a(n) ___24___ forever. Linda’s life would never be the same.
I took care of Linda for the next several years, ___25___ her scars and freeing areas of tightness in her face and neck. Over that time, her scars faded and her appearance improved ___26___. Eventually, her family moved away and I ___27___ her.
Years later, at a national meeting, I ___28___ a plastic surgeon I knew and he told me he had met a former patient of mine. It was Linda. She was doing extremely well and she was his ___29___ instead of his patient. Linda had become a nurse and worked with him in a burn ___30___.
She was the nurse the patients most often asked to clean their wounds and change their dressings. Her compassion and her courage in returning to a burn unit ___31___ their confidence and reduced their fears. Linda turned her pain into ___32___. She devoted every day of her life towards helping others ___33___ their pain.
Physicians can be ___34___ when we don’t have enough time in a day to complete everything we need to do. Linda taught me the importance of slowing down. Among the best ___35___ we, as physicians, can give our patients, whether in the exam room or at the bedside in the hospital, is to take the time to show the compassion we feel.
16. A. chance B. incident C. lesson D. memory
17. A. Besides B. Otherwise C. However D. Therefore
18. A. abandoned B. damaged C. restored D. exchanged
19. A. evaluated B. surrounded C. admitted D. required
20. A. opportunity B. process C. performance D. operation
21. A. stick B. adapt C. appeal D. object
22. A. frequent B. occasional C. previous D. gradual
23. A. relief B. boredom C. pain D. embarrassment
24. A. reaction B. impact C. impression D. judgment
25. A. recovering B. treating C. fastening D. moving
26. A. significantly B. necessarily C. relevantly D. temporarily
27. A. kept pace of B. lost track of C. gave rise to D. took notice of
28. A. took in B. got over C. called out D. ran into
29. A. applicant B. consultant C. sponsor D. colleague
30. A. unit B. room C. model D. role
31. A. blessed B. increased C. proved D. defeated
32. A. sorrow B. amusement C. sympathy D. regret
33. A. overcome B. suffer C. obtain D. extend
34. A. hesitant B. frustrated C. thrilled D. content
35. A. images B. instructions C. gifts D. words
【答案】16. C 17. C 18. B 19. C 20. D 21. A 22. C 23. C 24. B 25. B 26. A 27. B 28. D 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. B 35. C
三、阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分）
A
Welcome to the library, new students! The library will play a big part in your experience while you’re at the University of York. There’s a lot to take in if you’re new.
Buildings
We have several library sites, including a main library on Campus West and two other libraries in the City Centre. Our main library is made up of three connected buildings: the Morrell, the Fairhurst and the Burton. You enter all three buildings through the Morrell.
Resources
Our library has lots of books and journal articles that will help with your studies and research. We also provide videos, slides and interactive tutorials (学习指南) to help you develop your information skills, learn to code (编码), work with data and get creative with digital technologies. We’ll show you how to follow good academic practice and develop your digital skills for effective reading, note-making, essay writing and problem solving.
Checking out
Always bring Library Card with you as you will need it to enter the library and borrow items. You can borrow books and access the electronic resources provided by the library for free. There’s no need to request books that are available. This means you will need to go to the shelves yourself to find the books you need. You can borrow up to 75 items at once, and you’ll need to check your emails to find out when to bring them back.
Opening Hours
The library is usually open from 8 am to midnight. The exceptions to this are days over the Christmas period when the library closes early or is closed all day, and the exam period at the end of each semester when the library opens 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
36. The entrance of the main library is in ______.
A. the Morrell B. the Fairhurst C. the Burton D. the City Centre
37. In what aspects can digital skills help you according to Paragraph 3
A. Effective reading and public speaking. B. Video editing and slide making.
C. Note-making and problem solving. D. Information coding and tutorial making.
38. Which statement is TRUE on borrowing available books from the library
A. You need make a request in advance.
B. You should pay the deposit with your Library Card.
C. You can directly take them from the shelves on your own.
D. You can borrow 75 books at once and return them anytime you want.
39. When can you study in the library through the whole night
A. On December 25th. B. On the day before the final exam.
C. On weekend. D. On the first day of a new semester.
40. Where is the passage most probably taken from
A. An education journal. B. A travel brochure. C. A local newspaper. D. A student guide.
【答案】36. A 37. C 38. C 39. B 40. D
B
While Romano’s classmates were beginning their college life, the 19-year-old Croatian young man had different dreams. In Croatia, taking a gap year is not as common as in other countries, but Romano decided to take a break for a year or two after high school and try volunteering in Africa.
Upon arrival in Arusha, Tanzania, Romano found a volunteering project through an organization. Now he helps poor children and teaches them English and math. These children are not abandoned. They come from low-income families and any help is welcome. There is no soap or running water in the school, and to learn English, the children depend on volunteers because there are not enough qualified teachers.
“They don’t have much, they are poor, but honest and happy, because they are not aware that there may be something better out there for them. As I was lecturing, I saw the materials they used for learning: worn-out pencils, one eraser for 20 children, torn and printed notebooks, and not to mention clothes and shoes. I will only tell you that uniforms are worn to conceal（掩饰）their clothing and thus to mask material inequality,” says Romano, who was therefore encouraged to launch a charity action to collect donations for children’s necessities.
Romano believes that every child has the right to the basics, including education. It is for this reason that he wants to help these little ones. “Now I realize how privileged I am in life just because I was born on another continent. I learned to appreciate more what I have and manage without the basics. As a result, I met a different culture, tested my limits and looked at things from a different perspective — a gratitude perspective,” concludes Romano, hoping that little by little, both he and other volunteers will contribute to positive change through their work.
41. According to the text, what is the education like in Croatia
A. Before going to university, Croatian students must have dreams.
B. The students have to take a year or two off after high school.
C. Taking a gap year is a common occurrence in Croatia.
D. It is not allowed to take a gap year during school in general.
42. Why did Romano come to Arusha
A. To prepare for his college life.
B. To help children there as a volunteer.
C. To earn money as a part-time teacher.
D. To promote an educational program.
43. What do we know about the children that Romano teaches
A. They are too poor to be happy.
B. They all have an incomplete family.
C. They have no local English teachers.
D. They know little about the outside world.
44. What does the underlined word “mask” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Hide.
B. Reduce.
C. Create.
D. Remove.
45. What did Romano learn from his experience
A. All children should have access to higher education.
B. All children should try their best to go to colleges.
C. He should treasure more his life and feel grateful.
D. He should work hard in college to be more powerful.
【答案】41. D 42. B 43. D 44. A 45. C
C
Crosstalk, a traditional form of comic storytelling, is making a comeback in China’s tea houses and theaters.
Audiences can laugh the night away every Saturday at the Qianxiangyi Teahouse in Tianjin, entertained by the apprentices（徒弟） of Hou Baolin, Ma Sanli or Yin Shoushan — all leading crosstalk artists of years past — for only 20 yuan.
The success in Tianjin has also caused the rejuvenation（复活） of crosstalk in Beijing and other places.
Although the art form originated in Beijing in the Qing Dynasty (1644 — 1911), Tianjin became a place where rising stars formed their styles and new pieces were tried out. The city was well-known nationwide for the quality of its crosstalk performances.
Known in Chinese as xiangsheng (literally, “face and voice”), crosstalk was the chief form of comedy throughout most of the 20th century. In the old days in Tianjin and elsewhere, temple fairs and markets were the main places for crosstalkers to perform, although they occasionally also appeared in teahouses or theaters.
Crosstalk pieces draw on every aspect of Chinese culture, from history and folk tales to social issues of the time. Although there are hundreds of traditional pieces, they’re constantly rewritten to suit the times and the audience, while new works are written as well. It’s one of the features that have made crosstalk a public art form throughout its history.
“Crosstalk was in the doldrums（萎靡不振） with competition from other art forms, especially TV,” said Wang Xiaochun, headmaster of the Northern Storytelling Arts School of China (NSAS). “But it has regained its status with crosstalk fans, especially young people, growing aware of its rare qualities.”
“More and more students are coming to NSAS to study crosstalk, including some girl students,” said Wang. “We’re sure that crosstalk will have a strong market.”
46. What does crosstalk mean in Chinese
A. Storytelling.
B. Face and voice.
C. Folk tale.
D. Dialogue.
47. What can we learn about crosstalk from the text
A. Crosstalk didn’t appear until the Qing Dynasty.
B. Crosstalk first arose in Tianjin.
C. Crosstalk was mainly performed at teahouses in the past.
D. Crosstalk was the most popular art form in the 20th century.
48. Why has crosstalk been a public art form
A. It is a popular traditional art after all.
B. The pieces contain some famous folk tales.
C. The crosstalkers make it return to teahouses.
D. The pieces are adapted to suit the times and the audience.
49. We can learn that the future of crosstalk first lies in ________.
A. setting up more storytelling art schools
B. beating TV and other arts
C. young people’s understanding of its value
D. a strong market
50. What is Wang Xiaochun’s attitude towards the future of crosstalk
A. Negative.
B. Doubtful.
C. Optimistic.
D. Cautious.
【答案】46. B 47. A 48. D 49. C 50. C
D
“If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.” It’s a sentence that we have all heard many, many times, and it might even seem old-fashioned and cliched (老生常谈) to you. But this sentence essentially symbolizes the virtue of perseverance- never giving up.
It’s a common phrase coming from the mouths of parents, teachers and coaches. Why It is because we have the tendency to give up trying after numerous attempts resulting in failure. Achieving the seemingly impossible is always tough but we should keep in mind that every step we take is a step closer to maturity and success. In the process of striving to achieve, we reflect, learn and gain self-understanding, the sense of pride and accomplishment of having completed our tasks.
Never give up, try and try again.
Here is a model demonstrating the virtue of perseverance. Thomas Edison, the great inventor of t he bulb, carried out literally thousands of experiments to find out which type of material was suitable f or making the filament (灯丝) of a light bulb. Thousands of different materials were tested. There were thousands of consecutive (连续不断的) failures, but Edison refused to give up. At last he succeeded, and created one of the most important inventions in history. Had he given ap. we would still be living in darkness.
I also have personal experience of the importance of perseverance. When I was in Grade 6 of primary school. I joined a course that required a lot of physical endurance and ability. As I was not an athletic person then, I thought it was a big challenge and that I’d never complete all of the tasks. I just wanted to gave up trying, but I told myself to persevere. Somewhat miraculously. I completed the entire course. I knew that I wasn’t as weak as I bad thought, and that sense of joy is utterly invaluable.
Never give up. Life is like tossing a coin-you either get heads, or tails. There is equal chance of getting either side of it. Even if you toss tails for 99 times, there is still a chance of getting heads f or the 100th time. The important thing is to try.
Would you give up if you failed an examination twice Would you give up after losing your future Would you give up if you felt like life had lost all its meaning If you answer no to those questions, congratulations. Life is not hopeless, and with enough perseverance and determination, you will succeed. Continue tossing the coin of life, and never give up.
51. Why does “never give up” become a common phrase for many people
A. Because it is a famous saying that symbolizes perseverance and hope.
B. Because it is hardly possible for people to realize their dreams in daily life.
C. Because people tend to give up after trying repeatedly and experiencing failure.
D. Because people seldom reflect themselves in the face of failures and difficulties.
52. Why does the author mention Thomas Edison in Paragraph 4
A. To show the value of Thomas Edison’s invention.
B. To introduce the life experience of Thomas Edison.
C. To back up his point with the story of Thomas Edison.
D. To call on others to set Thomas Edison as a role model.
53. What do we know about the author according to Paragraph 5
A. The author finally gave up when there was a challenge.
B. When the author faced a challenge, he carried on trying.
C. When the author was young, he was good at doing sports.
D. The author used to take on more tasks than he could handle.
54. What message does the text convey
A. Ups and downs make one strong. B. Perseverance requires enthusiasm.
C. A strong-willed soul can reach his goal. D. Experience helps to promote excel
55. What is the metaphor used in the last part of the passage to emphasize the importance of perseverance
A. Life is like a game of chance. B. Life is like a battlefield.
C. Life is like a river with many turns. D. Life is like tossing a coin.
【答案】51. C 52. C 53. B 54. C 55. D
四、阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读表达
Like Twain, but on the other side of the world, the Chinese writer Wang Zengqi was soon to become famous for his own unique brand of humor. In his essay “On Humor”, Wang used fewer than 600 characters to introduce several humorous examples of famous people concluding that, the world is full of amusing things. The thought of them would always make you laugh out loud, even when you’re just sitting by yourself.”
Wang believed that humor not only shows one’s personality, but also reflects a person’s attitude towards life. He himself gives the best example to the word “humor”. One day, one of his readers flattered him by saying, “Gaoyou is famous for, first, the poet Qin Shaoyou, and second, Wang Zengqi.” Wang didn’t show any displeasure but only gave a gentle response, “No. Gaoyou salted duck eggs are much more famous than me. I can only stay in the third place.” On another occasion, Wang was invited to give a speech in the US and was scheduled to speak last. He walked to the podium and began. “Unfortunately, none of today’s speakers have last names starting with X, Y, or Z, so I am the last one to speak. Speaking last is difficult because everyone is already very tired. But don’t worry. My speech will be as short as a rabbit’s tail.”
Both Twain and Wang understood that humor isn’t just about laughter, but is a way of life and a tool that can be used to illuminate the world. Wang once said, “Life may be like a dream, short and uncertain. But I pour my true feelings into it. The world gave me its love first, so I cannot help but love it hack.” Life is never smooth sailing and sometimes can be complicated and cruel. But humor can help us maintain our enthusiasm for life. In fact, some may argue that our need for humor is almost as great as our need for water and air. In the words of Mark Twain. “Humor is mankind’s greatest blessing”.
56. How did Wang introduce humorous examples of famous people (no more than 10 words)
________________________________________________________________
57. According to Wang, how was the order of speakers arranged in the speech in the US (no more than 10 words)
________________________________________________________________
58. What is the meaning of the underlined sentence in the last paragraph (no more than 20 words)
________________________________________________________________
59. What do Mark Twain and Wang Zengqi have in common (no more than 15 words)
________________________________________________________________
60. How can a sense of humor help you in your daily life Give an example. (no more than 25 words)
________________________________________________________________
【答案】56. By using fewer than 600 characters.
57. By the starting letters of last names.
58. Life is short and changeable but should be loved.
59. They both have unique brands of humor.
60. It can ease tension. For example, making jokes when late.
五、书面表达（满分25分）
61. 假设你是某高中生李津，你班的英国交换生Jack在“汉语桥”演讲选拔比赛中因表现不佳而落选，请你代表全班写一封信，内容包含以下几点：
1. 代表班级安慰；
2. 进行鼓励；
3. 表示愿意提供帮助。
参考词汇：
“汉语桥”演讲比赛 “Chinese Bridge” Speaking Contest
注意：
1. 词数不少于100；
2. 可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯；
3. 开头已给出，不计入总词数。
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【答案】Dear Jack,
I hope this letter finds you in good spirits despite the recent outcome of the "Chinese Bridge" Speaking Contest. On behalf of our class, I want to extend our heartfelt sympathy and support to you through this challenging time.
We understand that the competition was a significant opportunity for you to showcase your language skills, and it’s completely normal to feel disappointed with the result. However, we believe that your participation alone is a testament to your courage and dedication to learning a new language. As the saying goes," The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step."
Remember, even the most successful people have encountered setbacks on their path to greatness. We are more than willing to offer our help and support in any way we can.
Keep your chin up, Jack. Your journey with the Chinese language is far from over, and with your determination, we are confident that you will achieve great things in the future.
Warm regards,
Li Jin
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