甘肃省庆阳市宁县第一中学2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷(含答案,无听力原文及音频)

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绝密★启用前
2024-2025学年甘肃省庆阳市宁县第一中学高二上学期期中考试英语试卷
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where are the two speakers going
A. To the car. B. To their home. C. To the airport.
2. What season is it now
A. Summer. B. Fall. C. Winter.
3 What does the woman need according to the man
A. A good rest. B. A challenging job. C.A new accountant.
4. How much should the woman pay?
A. $ 20. B. $ 12.5. C. $7.5.
5. Why doesn’t the woman want to go running now
A. Her stomach hurts. B. The weather is not good.
C. She needs to eat something first.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6至7题。
6. What was the relationship between the woman and Jim in the past
A. Relatives. B. Colleagues. C. Classmates.
7. What is the woman
A. An art director. B.A film actress. C.A magazine editor.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8. How long will the man be away
A. A month. B. Three days. C. Nearly a week.
9. Who will take care of Roger
A. The woman. B. The man. C. Roger’s mother.
10. What do we know about the woman
A She still works. B. She is a babysitter. C. She is a retired teacher.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11. Who is probably selling a car
A. The woman. B. Jim’s friend. C. Jim.
12. What kind of car is probably for sale
A. A Ford. B. A Honda. C. A BMW.
13. What does the man say about red cars
A. He isn’t really interested.
B. He thinks they are attractive.
C. He doesn’t care about the color.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What is the man
A. A policeman. B. A firefighter. C.A journalist.
15. How many kids died from the fire
A.2. B.5. C.28
16. Where did the boy throw the cigarette end X 35
A. On the sofa. B. On the carpet. C. On the table.
17. Why was the boy able to touch the cigarette end
A. His father asked him to throw it.
B. His father was drunk and sleeping.
C. His father left him alone at home.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. What did Stephen work as
A. A delivery man. B. A gardener. C. A writer.
19. How did Stephen probably get through the city
A. By car. B. By bike. C. By bus.
20. Why did Mary contact Stephen’s company
A. To praise his work.
B. To complain about him.
C. To check her own parcel.
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
The cost of living in countries like the US, Britain, Australia or France has skyrocketed in recent years. However, if you’re willing to leave your country and explore life in other areas, there are many countries boasting an extremely cheap and low cost of living. Check out the following countries when planning your next move.
Ecuador
Ecuador is similar to the United States in many ways, and as a result has become a popular American getaway. They even use the US Dollar for their currency. In this country, it’s cheaper to eat out every day than cook for yourself on a budget in the US. You can even buy a building for around $ 50, 000 and hire someone to look after it while you’re away.
Mexico
Although the country is known for its poverty ridden streets, there $are many wealthier areas that provide every facility you might need. You can live off a mere $ 700 to $ 800 a month in Mexico, and this includes rent for a nice place, facilities, food, and any sightseeing.
Argentina
Argentina has been a popular tourist destination for many years. It has great restaurants, a rich history, and many places to explore. Not to mention, it’s not very expensive to live here. A decent sized home can cost around $ 139, 000, which is relatively cheap in relation to homes in the United States.
Vietnam
Vietnam has also become a popular tourist destination in recent years. There are many million-dollar luxury homes by the beach, but you can find a modest flat or a small home for around $ 25,000 to $ 50,000 if you search in the right areas.
1 In which country is the US Dollar used for its currency
A. Argentina. B. Mexico.
C. Ecuador. D. Vietnam.
2. How much does it cost to live in Mexico for a year
A. About $ 7,000. B. About $ 8,000.
C. About $ 8,800. D. About $ 12,000.
3. What do Argentina and Vietnam have in common
A. They have great restaurants.
B. The cost of living is expensive.
C. The middle-sized homes cost around $ 139,000.
D. Tourists enjoy travelling in the two countries.
B
When I was 12 years old, I already knew that my teen years were going to be the worst years of my life. I was a total outsider, bullied (欺凌) at school. I felt completely alone in my small town.
But by starting to do volunteer work when I was 14, I turned my problem into a passion for helping others. The opportunity to practice kindness made me feel like my life had a greater purpose. The more positive energy I shared, the more kindness and appreciation I received. I realized that my purpose in life would be to reach out to people, specifically teenagers, and help them feel less alone.
Books were my true friends back then. I was so thankful that the authors wrote those books. The kindness they offered me with their books saved my life. One of my biggest dreams was to become an author so I could write books that would help other teenagers the way those books helped me.
After surviving terrible experiences at school and at home, I made a choice to take the optimistic, positive road in the next steps of my journey. My dream career, one I thought was only possible for the authors I loved, is what I am doing now. I have been a full-time author of teen novels since 2007 and am grateful for this amazing opportunity to reach out to readers every single day.
Kindness saved me when I needed help the most. Even small acts of kindness can change someone’s life. You never know what someone else is going through. But by practicing daily kindness, you become an architect of positive change.
4. What was the author’s life like when he was 12
A. Boring. B. Peaceful. C. Painful. D. Meaningful.
5. How did the volunteer work benefit the author
A. It made him popular in his town. B. It helped him find the meaning of life.
C. It helped him understand others’ lives better. D. It helped to shape his dream career.
6. Why did the author choose writing as his job
A. He was inspired by his teacher. B. He could pass positive energy to readers.
C. He wanted to share his school experiences. D. He found he had a talent for writing.
7. What does the author suggest readers do in the last paragraph
A. Say “no” to bullies bravely. B. Make positive changes in their lives.
C. Treat others with kindness in daily life. D. Learn to care more about others’ feelings.
C
People perform graceful moves, all while standing on a bamboo strip in the river. You may think it’s a scene from an art movie, but actually it is a form of intangible cultural heritage: bamboo drifting (独竹漂).
Bamboo drifting dated back to over 2,000 years ago in the Chishui River area of Guizhou. During the Qin Dynasty, the Bozhou district of Zunyi city was known for its high-quality nanmu. It was in great demand by the royal court more than 2,000 kilometers to the north. With no transportation along the Chishui River, people had to stand on one log (原木) to drift down the river. Later, local people began to compete along the way and the game of wood drifting was born. In the Qing Dynasty, wood drifting became bamboo drifting because of bamboo's lower price.
Now, communities in Guizhou hold bamboo drifting competitions every year during Dragon Boat Festival. Due to the great strength and balance it takes for one to master this act, bamboo drifting was included in the national intangible cultural heritage list.
Yang Liu, 24, is an inheritor of bamboo drifting. Yang said the most difficult part of bamboo drifting was keeping one’s balance. “I fell in the water several times when I was practicing.” she told.
“Usually, the bamboo under your feet is about 9 meters long, and the bamboo in your hands is about 5 meters. If the length or diameter of the bamboo is not long enough, it will not be buoyant (有浮力的)enough to float. So we should fight against the water flow by continuously changing the angle (角度).” Yang added.
But the love for the ancient skill keeps Yang going. In the past 17 years, she has drifted all year round, in winter cold and summer heat.
Yang also produces new ideas when spreading the culture of bamboo drifting. For example, she connects dance with bamboo drifting to make it more graceful and wears hanfu when performing, creating a beautiful feel. In 2020. Yang registered on social media platforms and posted her videos. “I want to spread it to other countries so that more people around the world will like Chinese culture.” she told China Daily.
8. What’s the main idea of Paragraph 2
A. The use of bamboo drifting. B. The birthplace of bamboo drifting.
C. The acting skills for bamboo drifting D. The historical development of bamboo drifting.
9. Why was bamboo drifting listed into the national intangible cultural heritage
A. It spreads Chinese culture to the world
B. It enjoys great popularity among Guizhou people.
C. It’s physically and technically demanding for performers.
D. It’s an important activity during the Dragon Boat Festival.
10. What is the most challenging for bamboo drifting
A. Keeping one’s balance. B. Performing graceful moves.
C. Choosing bamboos of proper size. D. Continuously changing the angle
11. Which of the following best describes Yang Liu
A. Responsible and brave. B. Creative and determined.
C. Hard-working and outgoing. D. Knowledgeable and competitive.
D
Smoking in your own home in Thailand may now be considered a crime, if the smoke is considered harmful to other people in the house.
The new law, Family Protection and Development Promotion Act, aiming at controlling smoking at home which might be hazardous for others' health living under the same roof,was initiated by the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security and was announced in the Royal Gazette on May 22, 2019. It came into force on August 20.
According to the center for research and knowledge management for tobacco control, at the Faculty of Medical Science of Mahidol University, there are about 4.9 million households where one or more family members smoke. An average of 10.3 million people have unwittingly(不知不觉地) become passive smokers because they’ve been breathing smoke at home. Scientific studies show that passive smokers are at greater risk of being affected by cancer. Of 75 child patients from houses where smoking is practiced, 76% of them were found to have nicotine traces in their urine(尿液), with 43% of them having nicotine content exceeding(超过) permissible levels.
Smoking at home also “may lead to physical or emotional violence” because of aggressiveness when there is a lack of smoking, and might as well ruin relationships between smokers and non-smoker family members.
According to the new law, anyone who thinks they are affected by domestic smoking can report to government departments concerned so that officials will be sent to investigate and take legal action against the smokers. Once convicted(证明有罪的), the court may order a person to receive treatment to quit smoking in an attempt to protect the person's family.
12. What does the underlined word “hazardous” in Paragraph 2 probably mean
A. risky B. beneficial
C. influential D. dangerous
13. How does the author organize Paragraph 3
A. by listing figures B. by giving examples
C. by comparing the differences D. by explaining the reasons
14. We can learn from the passage that__________
A. smoking anywhere in Thailand is considered a crime.
B. passive smokers are more likely to have lung cancer .
C. 76% of the children in Thailand have nicotine traces in their urine.
D. smoking at home may hurt other family members both physically and emotionally.
15. According to the new law, ___________
A. anybody must report to the officials once they are affected.
B. officials will take legal action against all the people concerned .
C. smoking in one’s own home in Thailand may now be considered a crime.
D. the court may order a smoker to stop smoking to protect all nonsmokers .
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。
Forgiveness (宽恕) is often considered as an important decision to let go of feelings of anger towards someone who you believe has wronged you. However, while you may be quite generous in your ability to forgive others, you can be much harder on yourself. ___16___ .
Accept the result of your actions
Forgiving yourself is about more than just putting the past behind you and moving on. ___17___ . Facing what you have done or what has happened is the first step towards self-forgiveness. It’s also the hardest step. If you have been making excuses in order to make them seem acceptable, it is time to accept what you have done.
Treat yourself with kindness and compassion (同情)
Forgiving yourself requires facing your actions, but it is important to reach this with self-compassion. ___18___ . Try to be compassionate instead of being self-critical (自我批评的).
___19___
Making a correction is an important part of forgiveness, even when the person you are forgiving is yourself. One way to move past your regret is to take action to correct your mistakes.
Learn from the experience
Forgiving yourself often requires finding a way to learn from the experience and make an active effort to do better in the future. To do this, you need to understand why you behave the way you did and why you feel sorry. What steps can you take to prevent the same behaviors again in the future ___20___ , rather than feel sorry about those past mistakes.
A. Make a correction
B. Be aware of others’ feelings
C. It is about accepting what has happened
D. The following steps may help you learn how to forgive yourself
E. You need to tell yourself that thoughts are not facts
F. Remind yourself of what you learned to guide your actions going forward
G. The key is to treat yourself with the same kindness you show to another person
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。
I had always loved books and spent countless hours in the library, ___21___ the stories and adventures of others. As I got older, I began to dream of writing my own novel.
However, as a high school student, my ___22___ was demanding, and finding time to write became increasingly difficult. I would often find myself ___23___ between homework and my creative pursuits.
Despite the challenges, I never gave up on my dream. I would wake up early before school to ___24___ a few pages. My parents, noticing my ___25___, supported me wholeheartedly.
One day, my teacher announced a writing ___26___. She encouraged everyone to participate to showcase our talents. At first, I was ___27___. I didn’t think my writing was good enough to ___28___ against others.
My friend, Sarah, was convinced ___29___. “You have a gift, and believe in yourself.” With her ____30____, I entered.
I wrote about characters who faced ____31____ similar to mine, and situations that tested their courage and determination. I wanted to ____32____ a message of hope and perseverance to readers. With a mix of ____33____ and nervousness, I submitted my entry.
Weeks later, I was shocked to learn I had won the first place. A surge of ____34____ washed over me as I accepted my award from the judges.
This experience taught me: Never give up on your dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem. With hard work and ____35____, anything is possible.
21. A. worried about B. lost in C. puzzled by D. tired of
22. A. schedule B. hobby C. goal D. dream
23. A. telling B. stuck C. switching D. compared
24. A. recite B. write C. revise D. read
25 A. effect B. virtue C. passion D. prediction
26. A. assignment B. exam C. project D. contest
27. A. confident B. innocent C. expectant D. hesitant
28. A. conclude B. fight C. compete D. match
29. A. moreover B. though C. thus D. otherwise
30 A. advice B. criticism C. warning D. encouragement
31. A. fears B. barriers C. opportunities D. expectations
32. A. convey B. hide C. ignore D. misunderstand
33. A. anxiety B. tension C. excitement D. boredom
34. A. pride B. disappointment C. regret D. shame
35. A. resolution B. skill C. time D. patience
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面材料, 在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式(不超过3个单词)。
Albert Einstein was one of the greatest ____36____ (scientist) in the world. He developed many theories or ideas. These theories contributed greatly ____37____ people’s understanding of the universe.
Albert Einstein was born in Ulm. Germany, on March 14, 1879. He did not do well in school, but he was _____38_____(interest)in mathematics and science. While at college, he studied physics and math. After graduation, he worked in a government office. At ____39____ same time, he continued studying physics on ____40____(he) own.
In 1905 Einstein caused a stir by ____41____(publish) five major research papers. One of these papers contained ____42____(complete) new ideas about the “properties” of light. Einstein received the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1921, mainly for the work in this paper.
In another paper. Einstein put forward the special theory of relativity, ____43____ changed how scientists thought about energy and matter.
During World War Ⅱ Einstein advised that the United States ___44___(build) nuclear weapons (核武器). He felt that these weapons might _____45_____ (need) to defeat the Nazis. However, after World War II Einstein tried to prevent any future use of atomic weapons.
Einstein died in Princeton, New Jessie, on April 18, 1955.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华,在上周的英语写作课上,你班就中学生“是否应该在教室内吃早餐”这一问题进行了讨论,请将讨论内容及个人观点用英文给你校英语报投稿。
支持者认为 反对者认为 你的观点
1. 边吃边学,节约时间,有利于学习; 2. 吃饭时可以和同学交流。 1. 边吃边学或吃饭时说话对身体有害; 2. 在教室里吃饭使教室里有异味。 ……
注意:
1. 词数80左右,短文开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数;
2. 文中不要提及真实的校名和人名;
3. 书写规范,卷面整洁。
Should We Have Breakfast in the Classroom
Dear editor,
Last week, our class held a discussion about whether we should have breakfast in the classroom.
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was a warm summer evening, and the excitement in the air was evident as students gathered in the school hall for the annual welcome party. The event was a chance for everyone to showcase their talents and bond with new classmates. I had been practicing for weeks, preparing a dance routine that I hoped would impress my peers and help me make new friends.
As the evening progressed, I felt a mix of nerves and excitement building up inside me. The performances before mine were impressive, and the audience’s applause (掌声) and cheers filled the hall with energy. Finally, my name was called, and it was my turn to step onto the stage.
Everything was going smoothly until, halfway through my routine, disaster struck. My shoe lace (鞋带) had come undone, and before I knew it, my foot caught on the lace, causing me to trip and fall hard onto the stage.
Time seemed to stop moving as I lay there, and there was silence in the hall. Then, the silence was broken by laughter and the sound of cameras clicking. Some students were even pointing and laughing. My face turned red with embarrassment, and I wished the ground would swallow (吞下) me up right then and there.
Just as I was about to get up, still terrified, my teacher, Mrs. Johnson, appeared on stage. She walked over to me, her expression showing concern and determination. Gently helping me to my feet, she turned to the audience and addressed them with a firm voice.
“Everyone makes mistakes,” she said, her voice ringing through the hall. “It takes a lot of courage to perform in front of the audience, and we should support each other, not make fun of each other. I expect better from all of you. We are a community, and we must lift each other up, especially in moments like these.” The hall suddenly fell silent.
注意:
1.续写词数应为 150 左右;
2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
With a smile, Mrs. Johnson gave me a gentle push to continue my performance.
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After my performance, I walked off the stage.
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绝密★启用前
答案版
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where are the two speakers going
A. To the car. B. To their home. C. To the airport.
2. What season is it now
A. Summer. B. Fall. C. Winter.
3. What does the woman need according to the man
A. A good rest. B. A challenging job. C.A new accountant.
4. How much should the woman pay?
A. $ 20. B. $ 12.5. C. $7.5.
5. Why doesn’t the woman want to go running now
A. Her stomach hurts. B. The weather is not good.
C. She needs to eat something first.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6至7题。
6. What was the relationship between the woman and Jim in the past
A. Relatives. B. Colleagues. C. Classmates.
7. What is the woman
A. An art director. B.A film actress. C.A magazine editor.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8. How long will the man be away
A. A month. B. Three days. C. Nearly a week.
9. Who will take care of Roger
A. The woman. B. The man. C. Roger’s mother.
10. What do we know about the woman
A. She still works. B. She is a babysitter. C. She is a retired teacher.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11. Who is probably selling a car
A. The woman. B. Jim’s friend. C. Jim.
12. What kind of car is probably for sale
A. A Ford. B. A Honda. C. A BMW.
13. What does the man say about red cars
A. He isn’t really interested.
B. He thinks they are attractive.
C. He doesn’t care about the color.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What is the man
A. A policeman. B. A firefighter. C.A journalist.
15 How many kids died from the fire
A2. B.5. C.28
16. Where did the boy throw the cigarette end X 35
A. On the sofa. B. On the carpet. C. On the table.
17. Why was the boy able to touch the cigarette end
A. His father asked him to throw it.
B. His father was drunk and sleeping.
C. His father left him alone at home.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. What did Stephen work as
A. A delivery man. B. A gardener. C. A writer.
19. How did Stephen probably get through the city
A. By car. B. By bike. C. By bus.
20. Why did Mary contact Stephen’s company
A. To praise his work.
B. To complain about him.
C. To check her own parcel.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The cost of living in countries like the US, Britain, Australia or France has skyrocketed in recent years. However, if you’re willing to leave your country and explore life in other areas, there are many countries boasting an extremely cheap and low cost of living. Check out the following countries when planning your next move.
Ecuador
Ecuador is similar to the United States in many ways, and as a result has become a popular American getaway. They even use the US Dollar for their currency. In this country, it’s cheaper to eat out every day than cook for yourself on a budget in the US. You can even buy a building for around $ 50, 000 and hire someone to look after it while you’re away.
Mexico
Although the country is known for its poverty ridden streets, there $are many wealthier areas that provide every facility you might need. You can live off a mere $ 700 to $ 800 a month in Mexico, and this includes rent for a nice place, facilities, food, and any sightseeing.
Argentina
Argentina has been a popular tourist destination for many years. It has great restaurants, a rich history, and many places to explore. Not to mention, it’s not very expensive to live here. A decent sized home can cost around $ 139, 000, which is relatively cheap in relation to homes in the United States.
Vietnam
Vietnam has also become a popular tourist destination in recent years. There are many million-dollar luxury homes by the beach, but you can find a modest flat or a small home for around $ 25,000 to $ 50,000 if you search in the right areas.
1. In which country is the US Dollar used for its currency
A. Argentina. B. Mexico.
C. Ecuador. D. Vietnam.
2. How much does it cost to live in Mexico for a year
A. About $ 7,000. B. About $ 8,000.
C. About $ 8,800. D. About $ 12,000.
3. What do Argentina and Vietnam have in common
A. They have great restaurants.
B. The cost of living is expensive.
C. The middle-sized homes cost around $ 139,000.
D. Tourists enjoy travelling in the two countries.
【答案】1. C 2. C 3. D
B
When I was 12 years old, I already knew that my teen years were going to be the worst years of my life. I was a total outsider, bullied (欺凌) at school. I felt completely alone in my small town.
But by starting to do volunteer work when I was 14 I turned my problem into a passion for helping others. The opportunity to practice kindness made me feel like my life had a greater purpose. The more positive energy I shared, the more kindness and appreciation I received. I realized that my purpose in life would be to reach out to people, specifically teenagers, and help them feel less alone.
Books were my true friends back then. I was so thankful that the authors wrote those books. The kindness they offered me with their books saved my life. One of my biggest dreams was to become an author so I could write books that would help other teenagers the way those books helped me.
After surviving terrible experiences at school and at home, I made a choice to take the optimistic, positive road in the next steps of my journey. My dream career, one I thought was only possible for the authors I loved, is what I am doing now. I have been a full-time author of teen novels since 2007 and am grateful for this amazing opportunity to reach out to readers every single day.
Kindness saved me when I needed help the most. Even small acts of kindness can change someone’s life. You never know what someone else is going through. But by practicing daily kindness, you become an architect of positive change.
4. What was the author’s life like when he was 12
A. Boring. B. Peaceful. C. Painful. D. Meaningful.
5. How did the volunteer work benefit the author
A. It made him popular in his town. B. It helped him find the meaning of life.
C It helped him understand others’ lives better. D. It helped to shape his dream career.
6. Why did the author choose writing as his job
A. He was inspired by his teacher. B. He could pass positive energy to readers.
C. He wanted to share his school experiences. D. He found he had a talent for writing.
7. What does the author suggest readers do in the last paragraph
A. Say “no” to bullies bravely. B. Make positive changes in their lives.
C. Treat others with kindness in daily life. D. Learn to care more about others’ feelings.
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. B 7. C
C
People perform graceful moves, all while standing on a bamboo strip in the river. You may think it’s a scene from an art movie, but actually it is a form of intangible cultural heritage: bamboo drifting (独竹漂).
Bamboo drifting dated back to over 2,000 years ago in the Chishui River area of Guizhou. During the Qin Dynasty, the Bozhou district of Zunyi city was known for its high-quality nanmu. It was in great demand by the royal court more than 2,000 kilometers to the north. With no transportation along the Chishui River, people had to stand on one log (原木) to drift down the river. Later, local people began to compete along the way and the game of wood drifting was born. In the Qing Dynasty, wood drifting became bamboo drifting because of bamboo's lower price.
Now, communities in Guizhou hold bamboo drifting competitions every year during Dragon Boat Festival. Due to the great strength and balance it takes for one to master this act, bamboo drifting was included in the national intangible cultural heritage list.
Yang Liu, 24, is an inheritor of bamboo drifting. Yang said the most difficult part of bamboo drifting was keeping one’s balance. “I fell in the water several times when I was practicing.” she told.
“Usually, the bamboo under your feet is about 9 meters long, and the bamboo in your hands is about 5 meters. If the length or diameter of the bamboo is not long enough, it will not be buoyant (有浮力的)enough to float. So we should fight against the water flow by continuously changing the angle (角度).” Yang added.
But the love for the ancient skill keeps Yang going. In the past 17 years, she has drifted all year round, in winter cold and summer heat.
Yang also produces new ideas when spreading the culture of bamboo drifting. For example, she connects dance with bamboo drifting to make it more graceful and wears hanfu when performing, creating a beautiful feel. In 2020. Yang registered on social media platforms and posted her videos. “I want to spread it to other countries so that more people around the world will like Chinese culture.” she told China Daily.
8. What’s the main idea of Paragraph 2
A. The use of bamboo drifting. B. The birthplace of bamboo drifting.
C. The acting skills for bamboo drifting D. The historical development of bamboo drifting.
9. Why was bamboo drifting listed into the national intangible cultural heritage
A. It spreads Chinese culture to the world
B. It enjoys great popularity among Guizhou people.
C. It’s physically and technically demanding for performers.
D. It’s an important activity during the Dragon Boat Festival.
10. What is the most challenging for bamboo drifting
A. Keeping one’s balance. B. Performing graceful moves.
C. Choosing bamboos of proper size. D. Continuously changing the angle
11. Which of the following best describes Yang Liu
A. Responsible and brave. B. Creative and determined.
C. Hard-working and outgoing. D. Knowledgeable and competitive.
【答案】8. D 9. C 10. A 11. B
D
Smoking in your own home in Thailand may now be considered a crime, if the smoke is considered harmful to other people in the house.
The new law, Family Protection and Development Promotion Act, aiming at controlling smoking at home which might be hazardous for others' health living under the same roof,was initiated by the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security and was announced in the Royal Gazette on May 22, 2019. It came into force on August 20.
According to the center for research and knowledge management for tobacco control, at the Faculty of Medical Science of Mahidol University, there are about 4.9 million households where one or more family members smoke. An average of 10.3 million people have unwittingly(不知不觉地) become passive smokers because they’ve been breathing smoke at home. Scientific studies show that passive smokers are at greater risk of being affected by cancer. Of 75 child patients from houses where smoking is practiced, 76% of them were found to have nicotine traces in their urine(尿液), with 43% of them having nicotine content exceeding(超过) permissible levels.
Smoking at home also “may lead to physical or emotional violence” because of aggressiveness when there is a lack of smoking, and might as well ruin relationships between smokers and non-smoker family members.
According to the new law, anyone who thinks they are affected by domestic smoking can report to government departments concerned so that officials will be sent to investigate and take legal action against the smokers. Once convicted(证明有罪的), the court may order a person to receive treatment to quit smoking in an attempt to protect the person's family.
12. What does the underlined word “hazardous” in Paragraph 2 probably mean
A. risky B. beneficial
C. influential D. dangerous
13. How does the author organize Paragraph 3
A. by listing figures B. by giving examples
C. by comparing the differences D. by explaining the reasons
14. We can learn from the passage that__________
A. smoking anywhere in Thailand is considered a crime.
B. passive smokers are more likely to have lung cancer .
C. 76% of the children in Thailand have nicotine traces in their urine.
D. smoking at home may hurt other family members both physically and emotionally.
15. According to the new law, ___________
A. anybody must report to the officials once they are affected.
B. officials will take legal action against all the people concerned .
C. smoking in one’s own home in Thailand may now be considered a crime.
D. the court may order a smoker to stop smoking to protect all nonsmokers .
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. D 15. C
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。
Forgiveness (宽恕) is often considered as an important decision to let go of feelings of anger towards someone who you believe has wronged you. However, while you may be quite generous in your ability to forgive others, you can be much harder on yourself. ___16___ .
Accept the result of your actions
Forgiving yourself is about more than just putting the past behind you and moving on. ___17___ . Facing what you have done or what has happened is the first step towards self-forgiveness. It’s also the hardest step. If you have been making excuses in order to make them seem acceptable, it is time to accept what you have done.
Treat yourself with kindness and compassion (同情)
Forgiving yourself requires facing your actions, but it is important to reach this with self-compassion. ___18___ . Try to be compassionate instead of being self-critical (自我批评的).
___19___
Making a correction is an important part of forgiveness, even when the person you are forgiving is yourself. One way to move past your regret is to take action to correct your mistakes.
Learn from the experience
Forgiving yourself often requires finding a way to learn from the experience and make an active effort to do better in the future. To do this, you need to understand why you behave the way you did and why you feel sorry. What steps can you take to prevent the same behaviors again in the future ___20___ , rather than feel sorry about those past mistakes.
A. Make a correction
B. Be aware of others’ feelings
C. It is about accepting what has happened
D. The following steps may help you learn how to forgive yourself
E. You need to tell yourself that thoughts are not facts
F. Remind yourself of what you learned to guide your actions going forward
G. The key is to treat yourself with the same kindness you show to another person
【答案】16. D 17. C 18. G 19. A 20. F
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。
I had always loved books and spent countless hours in the library, ___21___ the stories and adventures of others. As I got older, I began to dream of writing my own novel.
However, as a high school student, my ___22___ was demanding, and finding time to write became increasingly difficult. I would often find myself ___23___ between homework and my creative pursuits.
Despite the challenges, I never gave up on my dream. I would wake up early before school to ___24___ a few pages. My parents, noticing my ___25___, supported me wholeheartedly.
One day, my teacher announced a writing ___26___. She encouraged everyone to participate to showcase our talents. At first, I was ___27___. I didn’t think my writing was good enough to ___28___ against others.
My friend, Sarah, was convinced ___29___. “You have a gift, and believe in yourself.” With her ____30____, I entered.
I wrote about characters who faced ____31____ similar to mine, and situations that tested their courage and determination. I wanted to ____32____ a message of hope and perseverance to readers. With a mix of ____33____ and nervousness, I submitted my entry.
Weeks later, I was shocked to learn I had won the first place. A surge of ____34____ washed over me as I accepted my award from the judges.
This experience taught me: Never give up on your dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem. With hard work and ____35____, anything is possible.
21. A. worried about B. lost in C. puzzled by D. tired of
22. A. schedule B. hobby C. goal D. dream
23. A. telling B. stuck C. switching D. compared
24. A. recite B. write C. revise D. read
25. A. effect B. virtue C. passion D. prediction
26. A. assignment B. exam C. project D. contest
27. A. confident B. innocent C. expectant D. hesitant
28. A. conclude B. fight C. compete D. match
29. A. moreover B. though C. thus D. otherwise
30. A. advice B. criticism C. warning D. encouragement
31. A. fears B. barriers C. opportunities D. expectations
32. A. convey B. hide C. ignore D. misunderstand
33. A. anxiety B. tension C. excitement D. boredom
34. A. pride B. disappointment C. regret D. shame
35. A. resolution B. skill C. time D. patience
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. B 24. B 25. C 26. D 27. D 28. C 29. D 30. D 31. B 32. A 33. C 34. A 35. A
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面材料, 在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式(不超过3个单词)。
Albert Einstein was one of the greatest ____36____ (scientist) in the world. He developed many theories or ideas. These theories contributed greatly ____37____ people’s understanding of the universe.
Albert Einstein was born in Ulm. Germany, on March 14, 1879. He did not do well in school, but he was _____38_____(interest)in mathematics and science. While at college, he studied physics and math. After graduation, he worked in a government office. At ____39____ same time, he continued studying physics on ____40____(he) own.
In 1905 Einstein caused a stir by ____41____(publish) five major research papers. One of these papers contained ____42____(complete) new ideas about the “properties” of light. Einstein received the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1921, mainly for the work in this paper.
In another paper. Einstein put forward the special theory of relativity, ____43____ changed how scientists thought about energy and matter.
During World War Ⅱ Einstein advised that the United States ___44___(build) nuclear weapons (核武器). He felt that these weapons might _____45_____ (need) to defeat the Nazis. However, after World War II Einstein tried to prevent any future use of atomic weapons.
Einstein died in Princeton, New Jessie, on April 18, 1955.
【答案】36. scientists
37. to 38. interested
39. the 40. his
41. publishing
42. completely
43. which 44. should build##build
45. be needed
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华,在上周的英语写作课上,你班就中学生“是否应该在教室内吃早餐”这一问题进行了讨论,请将讨论内容及个人观点用英文给你校英语报投稿。
支持者认为 反对者认为 你的观点
1. 边吃边学,节约时间,有利于学习; 2. 吃饭时可以和同学交流。 1. 边吃边学或吃饭时说话对身体有害; 2. 在教室里吃饭使教室里有异味。 ……
注意:
1. 词数80左右,短文开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数;
2. 文中不要提及真实的校名和人名;
3. 书写规范,卷面整洁。
Should We Have Breakfast in the Classroom
Dear editor,
Last week, our class held a discussion about whether we should have breakfast in the classroom.
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Should We Have Breakfast in the Classroom
Dear editor,
Last week, our class held a discussion about whether we should have breakfast in the classroom.
Some students think that when they are having breakfast in the classroom, they can study or read at the same time, which can save their time and is beneficial to their studies. And they can talk with their classmates while eating.
While others think that it is bad for our health to have breakfast in the classroom. Besides, some kinds of food smell unpleasant.
In my view, it is not good for us to have breakfast in the classroom. We should get up earlier and have breakfast at home.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was a warm summer evening, and the excitement in the air was evident as students gathered in the school hall for the annual welcome party. The event was a chance for everyone to showcase their talents and bond with new classmates. I had been practicing for weeks, preparing a dance routine that I hoped would impress my peers and help me make new friends.
As the evening progressed, I felt a mix of nerves and excitement building up inside me. The performances before mine were impressive, and the audience’s applause (掌声) and cheers filled the hall with energy. Finally, my name was called, and it was my turn to step onto the stage.
Everything was going smoothly until, halfway through my routine, disaster struck. My shoe lace (鞋带) had come undone, and before I knew it, my foot caught on the lace, causing me to trip and fall hard onto the stage.
Time seemed to stop moving as I lay there, and there was silence in the hall. Then, the silence was broken by laughter and the sound of cameras clicking. Some students were even pointing and laughing. My face turned red with embarrassment, and I wished the ground would swallow (吞下) me up right then and there.
Just as I was about to get up, still terrified, my teacher, Mrs. Johnson, appeared on stage. She walked over to me, her expression showing concern and determination. Gently helping me to my feet, she turned to the audience and addressed them with a firm voice.
“Everyone makes mistakes,” she said, her voice ringing through the hall. “It takes a lot of courage to perform in front of the audience, and we should support each other, not make fun of each other. I expect better from all of you. We are a community, and we must lift each other up, especially in moments like these.” The hall suddenly fell silent.
注意:
1.续写词数应为 150 左右;
2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
With a smile, Mrs. Johnson gave me a gentle push to continue my performance.
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After my performance, I walked off the stage.
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【答案】 With a smile, Mrs. Johnson gave me a gentle push to continue my performance. Gathering all my courage, I retied my shoelaces, took a deep breath, and reset my position. The audience, inspired by Mrs. Johnson’s action, started clapping rhythmically to encourage me. Fueled by their support, I launched into my routine once more, this time with more passion and energy. As I flowed into the moves, my confidence grew, and soon, I was lost in the music, forgetting the earlier misadventure. The applause grew louder as I finished my dance with a flourish, leaving the stage on my final note.
After my performance, I walked off the stage. My peers hurried to greet me with praises and pats on the back. “That was amazing!” said one, while another added, “I could never have done that after a fall!” Their genuine admiration warmed my heart and melted away the embarrassment I felt before. I learned that stumbling wasn’t the end; it was part of the journey. Mrs. Johnson’s intervention and the support highlighted the importance of kindness and encouragement. This experience not only helped me forge new friendships but also taught us all to uplift one another in the face of adversity.
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