海南省琼海市嘉积中学2024-2025学年高二上学期11月期中英语试题（含答案，无听力原文及音频）
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2024-2025学年海南省琼海市嘉积中学高二上学期11月期中英语试题
1.本试卷满分150分，测试时间120分钟，共8页。
2.考查范围：必修第三册结束～选择性必修第一册UNIT2结束。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例： How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. Why is the woman so happy
A. She has got a car. B. She'll visit her grandpa. C. She is praised by her father.
2. What will the man do next
A. Drive a taxi. B. Have his watch fixed. C. Have dinner with others.
3. When does the man usually get off work
A. At 4:30 pm. B. At 5:00 pm. C. At 8:00 pm.
4. What did the woman buy
A. A pair of shoes. B. Some flowers. C. A pair of trousers.
5. Why does the man stop the conversation
A. To receive his wife's call. B. To meet another person. C. To pick up his wife from work.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the woman unsatisfied with
A The reading environment.
B. The time of keeping a borrowed book.
C. The number of books that can be borrowed.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Workmates. B. Classmates. C. Bookseller and customer.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Where does this conversation probably take place
A In a shop. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.
9. What are the speakers going to do next
A. Pay for the coat. B. Take a break. C. Ask for some help.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Who met with a car accident
A. Jim. B. Dr. Andrews. C. Mrs. Smith.
11. What does the man speaker advise the woman to do now
A. See her son. B. Go back home. C. Eat some food.
12. What information will the woman get
A. The cause of the accident.
B. The time to leave the hospital.
C. The situation of her son's injuries.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Where will the speakers go first
A. The zoo. B. The art museum. C. An Indian restaurant.
14. What does the woman want to try
A. Fashionable clothes. B. Local drinks. C. Shoes.
15. Why does the man refuse to go shopping
A. He is too tired. B. He hates shopping. C. They don't have enough money.
16. What is the speakers' plan in the afternoon
A. To get more cash. B. To walk along the beach. C. To check out.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What did the two businessmen do the night before they left Australia
A. They went shopping.
B. They stayed up late with their fans.
C. They drank beer together and got drunk.
18. What happened on the two businessmen's way to the airport
A. Their car hit a kangaroo.
B. They killed a kangaroo.
C. A kangaroo broke their jackets.
19. Where were the two businessmen's air tickets
A. In the car. B. In the hotel. C. In the pocket of the green jacket.
20. Why was the biker surprised at the sight of the kangaroo
A. It was running in a green jacket.
B. It was lying on the street.
C. It was dead.
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
Here’s a list of the beaches you need to visit.
Greenfield Beach, Australia
It’s a few hours’ drive from Sydney, but it doesn’t get nearly as much attention as it should. You’ll need sunglasses when visiting Greenfield Beach because it’s one of the most amazing white sand beaches in the world and now it’s become a favorite for those addicted to taking pictures. As you walk through the forest, you’ll suddenly see one of the world’s most beautiful beaches right before your eyes.
Sousse d’ Argent, Seychelles
On a quiet bay (海湾) in one of the amazing 115 islands of the Seychelles, you’ll find a beautiful pink sand beach where the ocean meets the sky. Surrounded by huge rocks, this beach is sure to make you look more attractive in the photos. It’s often said to be the most beautiful beach in the world.
Glass Beach, United States
If you’ve ever heard the term “waste beach”, you’re probably thinking “What on earth are you talking about ” After all, when you hear the word “waste”, it sounds like you’re talking about a low area filled with waste, and it’s often dirty. But that’s not the case here. Those who like to shoot (拍摄) always come here.
Playa del Amor, Mexico
The beach, known as Playa del Amor or Hidden Beach, was formerly used as a training ground. It lies in a low area. Although it’s not recommended to swim here due to the rock y nature of the area and the strong waves, it’s a picturesque spot for people who love taking photos, and visitors may be able to observe whales if they’re lucky enough.
1. What do we know about Greenfield Beach
A. It’s close to Sydney. B. It’s covered by pink sand.
C. It has no forest access. D. It’s not known to enough people.
2 At which beach are tourists advised not to swim
A. Greenfield Beach. B. Sousse d’ Argent.
C. Playa del Amor. D. Glass Beach.
3. What do the listed beaches have in common
A. They’re places filled with waste. B. They’re great spots to take photos.
C. They’re surrounded by many rocks. D. They’re famous for sea animals.
B
A 12-year-old boy from Florida won the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee (2024 SNSB) after correctly spelling nearly 29 words in 90 seconds.
Seventh grader Bruhat Soma of St. Petersburg, Fla. was named the winner of the famous spelling competition. During the event, which took place in Oxon Hill, Md., Soma beat runner-up Faizan Zaki, a sixth grader from Dallas. The two faced off in a quick round tiebreaker match (决胜局) — before the pair could even compete against each other in a conventional round. Soma — one of just eight finalists in the bee, the fewest number of competitors in the final round in 14 years — finished the round with 29 words spelled correctly. Meanwhile, Zaki attempted 25 words and missed four of them. The Scripps organization announced that Soma’s winning word was abseil. It’s a word used in the sport of mountaineering. This was Soma’s third appearance in the bee. In 2022, he tied for 163rd place. Last year, he came 74th.
Soma’s spelling coach was 16-year-old speller Sam Evans, who coached three of the top four finishers. The 12-year-old’s charities of choice to represent were the Rays Baseball Foundation and Rowdies Soccer Fund. The prizes for the first-place winner include a 850,000 cash prize from the organization, a $2,500 cash prize and reference library from Merriam-Webster and $400 worth of reference works from Encyclopadia Britannica.
“I’ve been paying much attention to it this whole year,” Soma said in an interview, revealing that he often studied spelling for six hours a day on weekdays and over 10 hours a day on weekends. “After I lost in the quarter-finals last year, I knew what I had to do to win. And then when I won, it was a dream come true,” he added. “So I was so happy.”
4. What was unique about the 2024 SNSB final round
A. It had the fewest finalists in 14 years. B. Its winner was a sixth grader once again.
C. It was held in Florida for the second time. D. Its runner-up and Som a had competed before.
5. What was the significance of Soma’s third appearance
A. He helped Sam Evans. B. He achieved his first win.
C. He changed spelling bee rules. D. He became the youngest competitor.
6. What’s paragraph 3 mainly about
A. Soma’s education. B. Soma’s donations to charities.
C. Soma’s prizes. D. Soma’s personal information.
7. What can we learn from Soma’s story
A Hard work pays off. B. Winning is all about luck.
C. Many hands make light work. D. Education is the key to success.
C
A recent study reveals that a majority of Americans still believe that it was their parents who taught them how to do cleaning.
For some, their families weren’t the only resource for learning how to clean. About one in three parents said they also learned to clean from their past or current jobs, from their significant other, or from their friends.
“Cleaning can be surprisingly subjective. The ‘proper’ way to clean can vary greatly depending on your culture, how you were raised, and who you learned from,” says Tanu Grewal, who led the study. “At the end of the day, parents play a crucial role in shaping their children’s cleaning habits and attitudes, instilling good practices that last a lifetime.”
The results also showed that three-quarters of parents plan on teaching their kids everything about cleaning that they were never taught, and four-fifths have already thought of the ways to teach kids cleaning habits. In fact, 7 in 10 believe how they learned to clean growing up could have had a positive impact on how they clean today. For more than six-tenths, cleaning is now considered an art form. Parents think that children of different ages should do different cleaning jobs. For example, for most cleaning jobs — folding laundry, washing dishes, floor cleaning, and taking out the rubbish — parents believe their kids can start participating by age 10.
Instead of viewing it as a punishment, four-fifths of parents believe cleaning can be made into a family activity, tending to make cleaning something that brings everyone in the house together in a joyful way.
“Cleaning is part of everyone’s tradition one way or another — whether you learn how to clean from your parents or want to start your own cleaning traditions with your children, it is something that is passed down through generations.” Grewal continues.
8. Which statement best describes the resources for people to learn how to clean
A. They have limited backgrounds. B. They come from various ways.
C. They depend on people’s friends. D. They are good for people’s jobs.
9. What does the underlined word “instilling” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Teaching. B. Remembering. C. Comparing. D. Exploring.
10. Which is the percentage of parents considering how to teach kids to keep clean
A. 60%. B. 70%. C. 75%. D. 80%.
11. What does Grewal want to express about cleaning in the last paragraph
A. It’s a personal skill. B. It’s a source of happiness.
C. It’s a family culture. D. It’s a punishment to kids.
D
Climate change is causing widespread global impacts, but now scientists are finding that it’s changing the very planet itself. Earth’s rotation (自转) is slowing down, making the length of a day slightly longer.
As temperatures rise, massive amounts of ice are melting (融化) from Greenland and Antaretica. That meltwater flows into the oceans, making the middle of the planet become thicker. Then, its daily rotation takes a bit longer. The change is tiny, measured in milliseconds, which is one- thousandth of a second. Now, the ice at the poles is rapidly melting. Since 1993, global sea levels have risen by 4 inches on average and will likely rise by 2 feet or more by the end of the century, depending on how much humans control climate pollution. Scientist Surendra Adhikari and his workmates found that melting ice has slowed the planet’s rotation by 1.33 milliseconds per century since 2000. They believe that if climate pollution remains the same like today, that’ll increase to 2.62 milliseconds by the end of the century.
While that amount of time doesn’t mean much to everyday life, it can pose problems to highly connected computer networks that society depends on. For example, computer network s control GPS and space navigation, as well as financial institutions and cellphone networks. The problem arises because timekeeping is controlled by atomic clocks now, not the rotation of the Earth. Adjusting (调整) their clocks can be a major technological headache. Tech companies have been pushing back against the adjustments, saying they can cause networks to crash.
Melting ice has far more serious consequences for the planet than time. Millions of people face losing their homes as ice melts and sea levels keep rising. “If you live in a low-lying coastal area, then you’re not concerned about the milliseconds.” scientist Judah Levine says. “That’s the least of your worries. You have much more serious problems to deal with.”
12. What did Adhikari’s team find about Earth’s rotation
A. It’s based on global sea levels. B. It’ll cause climate change.
C. It’ll speed up in the near future. D. It’s affected by climate pollution.
13. How do the computer network s face time change
A. They handle it easily. B. They struggle with it.
C. They ignore its effects. D. They welcome it fully.
14. What does Levine advise those living on the coast to do
A. Consider their own survival. B. Say no to adding milliseconds.
C. Fill low-lying areas with stones. D. Care about the time of ice melting.
15. What’s the best title for the text
A. Climate Change and Meltwater B. Earth’s Rotation in Trouble
C. The Effects of Climate on Ocean D. The Impact of Melting Ice
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。
Teenagers around the world have a lot of free time. Do you know what they usually do during the spare time
Some like to learn new skills. They do this through their phones or computers. ___16___ It was reported that teenagers at a primary school in the UK learnt how to cook Chinese food online during their last summer holiday. After that, they wrote about their learning experiences, which they shared online with friends around the world.
___17___ Many teenagers use Instagram to share photos and stories with their friends. Some even make TikTok videos, which are short videos that show them dancing or doing funny things. Undoubtedly, this helps them make new friends and connect with other people.
Watching TV series is another popular activity among teenagers. ___18___ Some prefer to watch entire seasons within a day, while others like watching one episode (集) at a time.
Some teenagers choose to enjoy music. It’s well known that music makes people relax and enjoy themselves. Teenagers put on their favorite songs and dance around the room or sing along. ___19___ Through this, they can defeat stress and have fun.
Many of teenagers do physical activity. Young people like all kinds of sports, so they spend most of their free time doing sports. They play sports like basketball or soccer, go for a run or a bike ride, or do yoga.___20___
In conclusion, there are many things that teenagers do in their free time. So, go ahead and have fun!
A. I’d like to give you an example.
B. This is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
C. Actually, there are many things they can do.
D. Some make use of online platforms to show themselves.
E. Some of them like to have a picnic with their friends in the park.
F. They choose from a variety of shows and enjoy them in their own time.
G. Some even join a band to share their good or bad feelings with other kids.
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。
Kimberly Knor, 84, has skydived 598 times in her lifetime. But her ___21___ is to reach 1,000.
Knor wanted to try skydiving when she was five ___22___ her uncle, who was trained to jump from planes. “I was like ‘Oh, I wish that were me,’” she ___23___. “So, from that time forward, I was always ___24___ an opportunity to parachute (跳伞).” ___25___, Knor didn’t take her first jump until she was 20.
She’s able to enjoy skydiving a lot more now at 84 because it’s much ___26___ than it was when she started in 1959.
“They didn’t ___27___ skydiving centers or anything like they have today. We just had to find a pilot that would fly us, but we would ___28___ to find one.” Knor says. “Even if we got one, we wanted them to take the door off the right side of the ___29___, so we could get out; they were _____30_____ flying, so they were kind of unwilling to do that.”
Knor made the _____31_____ to achieve 1,000 jumps years ago. When asked if she has any fear about skydiving, especially at her _____32_____, she answers, “No. This is _____33_____ a good sport, especially if it’s _____34_____ to you. This is what I’ve been into since my childhood.” The senior flyer has also encouraged other women to _____35_____ her example. “We seniors must have our own hobbies,” says Knor.
21. A. goal B. limit C. ability D. level
22. A. according to B. as for C. apart from D. due to
23. A. announces B. recalls C. explains D. repeats
24. A. depending on B. adapting to C. showing off D. looking for
25. A. Therefore B. Moreover C. However D. Instead
26. A. heavier B. easier C. more expensive D. more beneficial
27. A. ignore B. stop C. build D. recommend
28. A. hurry B. offer C. fail D. happen
29. A. wall B. office C. apartment D. plane
30. A. concerned about B. aware of C. confused about D. afraid of
31. A. adjustment B. decision C. comment D. preparation
32. A. job B. dream C. age D. courage
33. A. finally B. certainly C. regularly D. recently
34. A. reasonable B. challenging C. surprising D. interesting
35. A. follow B. discuss C. change D. continue
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
June 11, 2024, marked the first-ever International Day of Play. On March 26, 2024, the United Nations determined ___36___ (create) a day on which to honor play worldwide.
Play is more than just an amusement for kids. It’s a crucial part of their development. Play, ___37___ encourages them to be physically active, is healthy. Play develops children’s friendships and social skills ___38___ it also teaches them how to solve problems. And through play, kids can increase their creativity and ___39___ (imagine). All of these benefits are important. They help kids grow up. Plus, play-based learning in school is more interesting. And it helps them remember information.
But four out of five children say that the adults around them don’t think that play is important. That statistic (统计数据) comes from a survey ___40___ (conduct) in 2023 by YouGov and the Child & Youth Friendly Governance Project. The groups ___41___ (survey) more than 10,000 children from more than 20 countries.
Now, a network of organizations is stressing the importance ___42___ play. These organizations banded together to call for an International Day of Play. The Right to Play is one of these organizations. Susan Melsaac is ___43___ (it) president and CEO. “Play is ___44___ (power),” Melsaac says. “Through play, children explore and understand the world.” ____45____ (lucky), the United Nations accepted their ad vice in March 2024.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假定你是班级“英语角”的负责人，你班准备举办主题为“在英语学习中传播中华优秀传统文化”的英语演讲比赛。请你写一则通知，内容包括：
1. 演讲主题；
2. 时间地点；
3. 号召参加。
注意：1.写作词数应80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Notice
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The English Corner
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。
Kelly, a 26-year-old who graduated from graduate school and was happily married to Brad Shoemaker. was living a perfect life.
However, the birth of their son Jeremy brought significant changes. Brad noticed Kelly’s constant worry about their living situation in the city flat and suggested moving to the countryside. “Kelly, I think moving to the countryside would be better for us and Jeremy. What do you think ” Brad asked. Kelly nodded without hesitation. When they moved, Jeremy was 2 years old and he was absolutely excited about the new home surrounded by woods. “This is the best place ever, Mommy!” he said, his eyes shining with excitement as he ran around the yard.
One cold night, a knock on the front door woke them up. “What was that ” Kelly asked in fear. When Brad and Kelly opened the door, they discovered a wounded squirrel (松鼠) with an open wound on one of its legs. Kelly rushed to help. “Poor thing,” she said. Her heart ached as she saw the wound.
The Shoemakers took the injured squirrel in, cleaned its wound, applied some medicine to it, and Jeremy brought a bedcover for warmth. “Let’s call it Lily,” Jeremy suggested. Eventually, Lily recovered and was released back into the wild.
After Lily’s leaving, a sense of emptiness filled the house and soon, strange knocks on the front door which was usually unlocked began at night. The first time they heard the sounds, the Shoemakers rushed to the door. “I don’t see anything,” Brad said, puzzled. “This is so strange,” Kelly responded.
The knocks continued for a month, then a year. Upset by the situation, Brad installed (安装) cameras all over the backyard and the driveway. Kelly spent the entire weekend examining the cameras and at 2 am, she was surprised by what she saw.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Kelly saw Lily walking 3 kids through the door to the basement (地下室).
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Shoemakers observed Lily and her kids from a distance.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案版
1.本试卷满分150分，测试时间120分钟，共8页。
2.考查范围：必修第三册结束～选择性必修第一册UNIT2结束。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例： How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. Why is the woman so happy
A. She has got a car. B. She'll visit her grandpa. C. She is praised by her father.
2. What will the man do next
A. Drive a taxi. B. Have his watch fixed. C. Have dinner with others.
3. When does the man usually get off work
A. At 4:30 pm. B. At 5:00 pm. C. At 8:00 pm.
4. What did the woman buy
A. A pair of shoes. B. Some flowers. C. A pair of trousers.
5. Why does the man stop the conversation
A. To receive his wife's call. B. To meet another person. C. To pick up his wife from work.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the woman unsatisfied with
A. The reading environment.
B. The time of keeping a borrowed book.
C. The number of books that can be borrowed.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Workmates. B. Classmates. C. Bookseller and customer.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Where does this conversation probably take place
A. In a shop. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.
9. What are the speakers going to do next
A. Pay for the coat. B. Take a break. C. Ask for some help.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Who met with a car accident
A. Jim. B. Dr. Andrews. C. Mrs. Smith.
11. What does the man speaker advise the woman to do now
A. See her son. B. Go back home. C. Eat some food.
12. What information will the woman get
A. The cause of the accident.
B. The time to leave the hospital.
C. The situation of her son's injuries.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Where will the speakers go first
A. The zoo. B. The art museum. C. An Indian restaurant.
14. What does the woman want to try
A. Fashionable clothes. B. Local drinks. C. Shoes.
15. Why does the man refuse to go shopping
A. He is too tired. B. He hates shopping. C. They don't have enough money.
16. What is the speakers' plan in the afternoon
A. To get more cash. B. To walk along the beach. C. To check out.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What did the two businessmen do the night before they left Australia
A. They went shopping.
B. They stayed up late with their fans.
C. They drank beer together and got drunk.
18. What happened on the two businessmen's way to the airport
A. Their car hit a kangaroo.
B. They killed a kangaroo.
C. A kangaroo broke their jackets.
19. Where were the two businessmen's air tickets
A. In the car. B. In the hotel. C. In the pocket of the green jacket.
20. Why was the biker surprised at the sight of the kangaroo
A. It was running in a green jacket.
B. It was lying on the street.
C. It was dead.
听力答案 1—5 ACBCA 6—10 BBACA 11—15 CCBBC 16—20 BCACA
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
Here’s a list of the beaches you need to visit.
Greenfield Beach, Australia
It’s a few hours’ drive from Sydney, but it doesn’t get nearly as much attention as it should. You’ll need sunglasses when visiting Greenfield Beach because it’s one of the most amazing white sand beaches in the world and now it’s become a favorite for those addicted to taking pictures. As you walk through the forest, you’ll suddenly see one of the world’s most beautiful beaches right before your eyes.
Sousse d’ Argent, Seychelles
On a quiet bay (海湾) in one of the amazing 115 islands of the Seychelles, you’ll find a beautiful pink sand beach where the ocean meets the sky. Surrounded by huge rocks, this beach is sure to make you look more attractive in the photos. It’s often said to be the most beautiful beach in the world.
Glass Beach, United States
If you’ve ever heard the term “waste beach”, you’re probably thinking “What on earth are you talking about ” After all, when you hear the word “waste”, it sounds like you’re talking about a low area filled with waste, and it’s often dirty. But that’s not the case here. Those who like to shoot (拍摄) always come here.
Playa del Amor, Mexico
The beach, known as Playa del Amor or Hidden Beach, was formerly used as a training ground. It lies in a low area. Although it’s not recommended to swim here due to the rock y nature of the area and the strong waves, it’s a picturesque spot for people who love taking photos, and visitors may be able to observe whales if they’re lucky enough.
1. What do we know about Greenfield Beach
A. It’s close to Sydney. B. It’s covered by pink sand.
C. It has no forest access. D. It’s not known to enough people.
2. At which beach are tourists advised not to swim
A. Greenfield Beach. B. Sousse d’ Argent.
C. Playa del Amor. D. Glass Beach.
3. What do the listed beaches have in common
A. They’re places filled with waste. B. They’re great spots to take photos.
C. They’re surrounded by many rocks. D. They’re famous for sea animals.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. B
B
A 12-year-old boy from Florida won the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee (2024 SNSB) after correctly spelling nearly 29 words in 90 seconds.
Seventh grader Bruhat Soma of St. Petersburg, Fla. was named the winner of the famous spelling competition. During the event, which took place in Oxon Hill, Md., Soma beat runner-up Faizan Zaki, a sixth grader from Dallas. The two faced off in a quick round tiebreaker match (决胜局) — before the pair could even compete against each other in a conventional round. Soma — one of just eight finalists in the bee, the fewest number of competitors in the final round in 14 years — finished the round with 29 words spelled correctly. Meanwhile, Zaki attempted 25 words and missed four of them. The Scripps organization announced that Soma’s winning word was abseil. It’s a word used in the sport of mountaineering. This was Soma’s third appearance in the bee. In 2022, he tied for 163rd place. Last year, he came 74th.
Soma’s spelling coach was 16-year-old speller Sam Evans, who coached three of the top four finishers. The 12-year-old’s charities of choice to represent were the Rays Baseball Foundation and Rowdies Soccer Fund. The prizes for the first-place winner include a 850,000 cash prize from the organization, a $2,500 cash prize and reference library from Merriam-Webster and $400 worth of reference works from Encyclopadia Britannica.
“I’ve been paying much attention to it this whole year,” Soma said in an interview, revealing that he often studied spelling for six hours a day on weekdays and over 10 hours a day on weekends. “After I lost in the quarter-finals last year, I knew what I had to do to win. And then when I won, it was a dream come true,” he added. “So I was so happy.”
4. What was unique about the 2024 SNSB final round
A. It had the fewest finalists in 14 years. B. Its winner was a sixth grader once again.
C. It was held in Florida for the second time. D. Its runner-up and Som a had competed before.
5. What was the significance of Soma’s third appearance
A. He helped Sam Evans. B. He achieved his first win.
C. He changed spelling bee rules. D. He became the youngest competitor.
6. What’s paragraph 3 mainly about
A. Soma’s education. B. Soma’s donations to charities.
C. Soma’s prizes. D. Soma’s personal information.
7. What can we learn from Soma’s story
A. Hard work pays off. B. Winning is all about luck.
C. Many hands make light work. D. Education is the key to success.
【答案】4. A 5. B 6. C 7. A
C
A recent study reveals that a majority of Americans still believe that it was their parents who taught them how to do cleaning.
For some, their families weren’t the only resource for learning how to clean. About one in three parents said they also learned to clean from their past or current jobs, from their significant other, or from their friends.
“Cleaning can be surprisingly subjective. The ‘proper’ way to clean can vary greatly depending on your culture, how you were raised, and who you learned from,” says Tanu Grewal, who led the study. “At the end of the day, parents play a crucial role in shaping their children’s cleaning habits and attitudes, instilling good practices that last a lifetime.”
The results also showed that three-quarters of parents plan on teaching their kids everything about cleaning that they were never taught, and four-fifths have already thought of the ways to teach kids cleaning habits. In fact, 7 in 10 believe how they learned to clean growing up could have had a positive impact on how they clean today. For more than six-tenths, cleaning is now considered an art form. Parents think that children of different ages should do different cleaning jobs. For example, for most cleaning jobs — folding laundry, washing dishes, floor cleaning, and taking out the rubbish — parents believe their kids can start participating by age 10.
Instead of viewing it as a punishment, four-fifths of parents believe cleaning can be made into a family activity, tending to make cleaning something that brings everyone in the house together in a joyful way.
“Cleaning is part of everyone’s tradition one way or another — whether you learn how to clean from your parents or want to start your own cleaning traditions with your children, it is something that is passed down through generations.” Grewal continues.
8. Which statement best describes the resources for people to learn how to clean
A. They have limited backgrounds. B. They come from various ways.
C. They depend on people’s friends. D. They are good for people’s jobs.
9. What does the underlined word “instilling” in paragraph 3 mean
A Teaching. B. Remembering. C. Comparing. D. Exploring.
10. Which is the percentage of parents considering how to teach kids to keep clean
A. 60%. B. 70%. C. 75%. D. 80%.
11. What does Grewal want to express about cleaning in the last paragraph
A. It’s a personal skill. B. It’s a source of happiness.
C. It’s a family culture. D. It’s a punishment to kids.
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. D 11. C
D
Climate change is causing widespread global impacts, but now scientists are finding that it’s changing the very planet itself. Earth’s rotation (自转) is slowing down, making the length of a day slightly longer.
As temperatures rise, massive amounts of ice are melting (融化) from Greenland and Antaretica. That meltwater flows into the oceans, making the middle of the planet become thicker. Then, its daily rotation takes a bit longer. The change is tiny, measured in milliseconds, which is one- thousandth of a second. Now, the ice at the poles is rapidly melting. Since 1993, global sea levels have risen by 4 inches on average and will likely rise by 2 feet or more by the end of the century, depending on how much humans control climate pollution. Scientist Surendra Adhikari and his workmates found that melting ice has slowed the planet’s rotation by 1.33 milliseconds per century since 2000. They believe that if climate pollution remains the same like today, that’ll increase to 2.62 milliseconds by the end of the century.
While that amount of time doesn’t mean much to everyday life, it can pose problems to highly connected computer networks that society depends on. For example, computer network s control GPS and space navigation, as well as financial institutions and cellphone networks. The problem arises because timekeeping is controlled by atomic clocks now, not the rotation of the Earth. Adjusting (调整) their clocks can be a major technological headache. Tech companies have been pushing back against the adjustments, saying they can cause networks to crash.
Melting ice has far more serious consequences for the planet than time. Millions of people face losing their homes as ice melts and sea levels keep rising. “If you live in a low-lying coastal area, then you’re not concerned about the milliseconds.” scientist Judah Levine says. “That’s the least of your worries. You have much more serious problems to deal with.”
12. What did Adhikari’s team find about Earth’s rotation
A. It’s based on global sea levels. B. It’ll cause climate change.
C. It’ll speed up in the near future. D. It’s affected by climate pollution.
13. How do the computer network s face time change
A. They handle it easily. B. They struggle with it.
C. They ignore its effects. D. They welcome it fully.
14. What does Levine advise those living on the coast to do
A. Consider their own survival. B. Say no to adding milliseconds.
C. Fill low-lying areas with stones. D. Care about the time of ice melting.
15. What’s the best title for the text
A. Climate Change and Meltwater B. Earth’s Rotation in Trouble
C. The Effects of Climate on Ocean D. The Impact of Melting Ice
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. A 15. D
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Teenagers around the world have a lot of free time. Do you know what they usually do during the spare time
Some like to learn new skills. They do this through their phones or computers. ___16___ It was reported that teenagers at a primary school in the UK learnt how to cook Chinese food online during their last summer holiday. After that, they wrote about their learning experiences, which they shared online with friends around the world.
___17___ Many teenagers use Instagram to share photos and stories with their friends. Some even make TikTok videos, which are short videos that show them dancing or doing funny things. Undoubtedly, this helps them make new friends and connect with other people.
Watching TV series is another popular activity among teenagers. ___18___ Some prefer to watch entire seasons within a day, while others like watching one episode (集) at a time.
Some teenagers choose to enjoy music. It’s well known that music makes people relax and enjoy themselves. Teenagers put on their favorite songs and dance around the room or sing along. ___19___ Through this, they can defeat stress and have fun.
Many of teenagers do physical activity. Young people like all kinds of sports, so they spend most of their free time doing sports. They play sports like basketball or soccer, go for a run or a bike ride, or do yoga.___20___
In conclusion, there are many things that teenagers do in their free time. So, go ahead and have fun!
A. I’d like to give you an example.
B. This is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
C. Actually, there are many things they can do.
D. Some make use of online platforms to show themselves.
E. Some of them like to have a picnic with their friends in the park.
F. They choose from a variety of shows and enjoy them in their own time.
G. Some even join a band to share their good or bad feelings with other kids.
【答案】16. A 17. D 18. F 19. G 20. B
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。
Kimberly Knor, 84, has skydived 598 times in her lifetime. But her ___21___ is to reach 1,000.
Knor wanted to try skydiving when she was five ___22___ her uncle, who was trained to jump from planes. “I was like ‘Oh, I wish that were me,’” she ___23___. “So, from that time forward, I was always ___24___ an opportunity to parachute (跳伞).” ___25___, Knor didn’t take her first jump until she was 20.
She’s able to enjoy skydiving a lot more now at 84 because it’s much ___26___ than it was when she started in 1959.
“They didn’t ___27___ skydiving centers or anything like they have today. We just had to find a pilot that would fly us, but we would ___28___ to find one.” Knor says. “Even if we got one, we wanted them to take the door off the right side of the ___29___, so we could get out; they were _____30_____ flying, so they were kind of unwilling to do that.”
Knor made the _____31_____ to achieve 1,000 jumps years ago. When asked if she has any fear about skydiving, especially at her _____32_____, she answers, “No. This is _____33_____ a good sport, especially if it’s _____34_____ to you. This is what I’ve been into since my childhood.” The senior flyer has also encouraged other women to _____35_____ her example. “We seniors must have our own hobbies,” says Knor.
21. A. goal B. limit C. ability D. level
22. A. according to B. as for C. apart from D. due to
23. A. announces B. recalls C. explains D. repeats
24. A. depending on B. adapting to C. showing off D. looking for
25. A. Therefore B. Moreover C. However D. Instead
26. A. heavier B. easier C. more expensive D. more beneficial
27. A. ignore B. stop C. build D. recommend
28. A. hurry B. offer C. fail D. happen
29. A. wall B. office C. apartment D. plane
30. A. concerned about B. aware of C. confused about D. afraid of
31. A. adjustment B. decision C. comment D. preparation
32. A. job B. dream C. age D. courage
33. A. finally B. certainly C. regularly D. recently
34. A. reasonable B. challenging C. surprising D. interesting
35. A. follow B. discuss C. change D. continue
【答案】21. A 22. D 23. B 24. D 25. C 26. B 27. C 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. B 34. D 35. A
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
June 11, 2024, marked the first-ever International Day of Play. On March 26, 2024, the United Nations determined ___36___ (create) a day on which to honor play worldwide.
Play is more than just an amusement for kids. It’s a crucial part of their development. Play, ___37___ encourages them to be physically active, is healthy. Play develops children’s friendships and social skills ___38___ it also teaches them how to solve problems. And through play, kids can increase their creativity and ___39___ (imagine). All of these benefits are important. They help kids grow up. Plus, play-based learning in school is more interesting. And it helps them remember information.
But four out of five children say that the adults around them don’t think that play is important. That statistic (统计数据) comes from a survey ___40___ (conduct) in 2023 by YouGov and the Child & Youth Friendly Governance Project. The groups ___41___ (survey) more than 10,000 children from more than 20 countries.
Now a network of organizations is stressing the importance ___42___ play. These organizations banded together to call for an International Day of Play. The Right to Play is one of these organizations. Susan Melsaac is ___43___ (it) president and CEO. “Play is ___44___ (power),” Melsaac says. “Through play, children explore and understand the world.” ____45____ (lucky), the United Nations accepted their ad vice in March 2024.
【答案】36. to create
37. which 38. and
39. imagination
40. conducted
41. surveyed
42. of 43. its
44. powerful
45. Luckily
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假定你是班级“英语角”的负责人，你班准备举办主题为“在英语学习中传播中华优秀传统文化”的英语演讲比赛。请你写一则通知，内容包括：
1. 演讲主题；
2. 时间地点；
3. 号召参加。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Notice
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The English Corner
【答案】One possible version:
Notice
We are going to hold an English speech contest, whose theme is “Spreading Fine Traditional Chinese Culture in English Learning”.
The contest will be held in the school hall from 4 pm. to 6 pm. on December 10th. You can sign up by sending an email to englishcorner@ before November 8th.
This is a great opportunity to show your English skills and your understanding of traditional Chinese culture. We encourage all of you to take part in it.
The English Corner
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。
Kelly, a 26-year-old who graduated from graduate school and was happily married to Brad Shoemaker. was living a perfect life.
However, the birth of their son Jeremy brought significant changes. Brad noticed Kelly’s constant worry about their living situation in the city flat and suggested moving to the countryside. “Kelly, I think moving to the countryside would be better for us and Jeremy. What do you think ” Brad asked. Kelly nodded without hesitation. When they moved, Jeremy was 2 years old and he was absolutely excited about the new home surrounded by woods. “This is the best place ever, Mommy!” he said, his eyes shining with excitement as he ran around the yard.
One cold night, a knock on the front door woke them up. “What was that ” Kelly asked in fear. When Brad and Kelly opened the door, they discovered a wounded squirrel (松鼠) with an open wound on one of its legs. Kelly rushed to help. “Poor thing,” she said. Her heart ached as she saw the wound.
The Shoemakers took the injured squirrel in, cleaned its wound, applied some medicine to it, and Jeremy brought a bedcover for warmth. “Let’s call it Lily,” Jeremy suggested. Eventually, Lily recovered and was released back into the wild.
After Lily’s leaving, a sense of emptiness filled the house and soon, strange knocks on the front door which was usually unlocked began at night. The first time they heard the sounds, the Shoemakers rushed to the door. “I don’t see anything,” Brad said, puzzled. “This is so strange,” Kelly responded.
The knocks continued for a month, then a year. Upset by the situation, Brad installed (安装) cameras all over the backyard and the driveway. Kelly spent the entire weekend examining the cameras and at 2 am, she was surprised by what she saw.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Kelly saw Lily walking 3 kids through the door to the basement (地下室).
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The Shoemakers observed Lily and her kids from a distance.
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【答案】One possible version:
Kelly saw Lily walking 3 kids through the door to the basement (地下室). Seeing this, Kelly quickly woke Brad and Jeremy, her voice shaky with disbelief. “Brad, Jeremy, come quick! It’s Lily and her babies!” Brad rubbed his sleepy eyes and rushed to the cameras, his jaw dropping at the sight. “This is incredible. I never expected this.” Jeremy said with excitement, “See, Mom and Dad Our kindness to Lily has brought her back to us. Maybe she trusts us to keep her kids safe.” They finally figured out who had been making the sounds. Lily had spent the entire time housed in their basement!
The Shoemakers observed Lily and her kids from a distance. They left nuts and fruits outside the door, showing their continued care and support. Lily, seeming to understand their intentions, would sometimes stop and look at the kind family gratefully. One sunny afternoon, Jeremy placed the old and soft bedcover which was used to keep Lily warm near the entrance of the basement and left some fresh water. “I hope they know we mean well,” he whispered. And in response, Lily appeared with her kids, carefully approaching the offerings. A new bond of trust was formed, one that would last for many years to come.
1.本试卷满分150分，测试时间120分钟，共8页。
2.考查范围：必修第三册结束～选择性必修第一册UNIT2结束。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例： How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. Why is the woman so happy
A. She has got a car. B. She'll visit her grandpa. C. She is praised by her father.
2. What will the man do next
A. Drive a taxi. B. Have his watch fixed. C. Have dinner with others.
3. When does the man usually get off work
A. At 4:30 pm. B. At 5:00 pm. C. At 8:00 pm.
4. What did the woman buy
A. A pair of shoes. B. Some flowers. C. A pair of trousers.
5. Why does the man stop the conversation
A. To receive his wife's call. B. To meet another person. C. To pick up his wife from work.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the woman unsatisfied with
A The reading environment.
B. The time of keeping a borrowed book.
C. The number of books that can be borrowed.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Workmates. B. Classmates. C. Bookseller and customer.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Where does this conversation probably take place
A In a shop. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.
9. What are the speakers going to do next
A. Pay for the coat. B. Take a break. C. Ask for some help.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Who met with a car accident
A. Jim. B. Dr. Andrews. C. Mrs. Smith.
11. What does the man speaker advise the woman to do now
A. See her son. B. Go back home. C. Eat some food.
12. What information will the woman get
A. The cause of the accident.
B. The time to leave the hospital.
C. The situation of her son's injuries.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Where will the speakers go first
A. The zoo. B. The art museum. C. An Indian restaurant.
14. What does the woman want to try
A. Fashionable clothes. B. Local drinks. C. Shoes.
15. Why does the man refuse to go shopping
A. He is too tired. B. He hates shopping. C. They don't have enough money.
16. What is the speakers' plan in the afternoon
A. To get more cash. B. To walk along the beach. C. To check out.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What did the two businessmen do the night before they left Australia
A. They went shopping.
B. They stayed up late with their fans.
C. They drank beer together and got drunk.
18. What happened on the two businessmen's way to the airport
A. Their car hit a kangaroo.
B. They killed a kangaroo.
C. A kangaroo broke their jackets.
19. Where were the two businessmen's air tickets
A. In the car. B. In the hotel. C. In the pocket of the green jacket.
20. Why was the biker surprised at the sight of the kangaroo
A. It was running in a green jacket.
B. It was lying on the street.
C. It was dead.
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
Here’s a list of the beaches you need to visit.
Greenfield Beach, Australia
It’s a few hours’ drive from Sydney, but it doesn’t get nearly as much attention as it should. You’ll need sunglasses when visiting Greenfield Beach because it’s one of the most amazing white sand beaches in the world and now it’s become a favorite for those addicted to taking pictures. As you walk through the forest, you’ll suddenly see one of the world’s most beautiful beaches right before your eyes.
Sousse d’ Argent, Seychelles
On a quiet bay (海湾) in one of the amazing 115 islands of the Seychelles, you’ll find a beautiful pink sand beach where the ocean meets the sky. Surrounded by huge rocks, this beach is sure to make you look more attractive in the photos. It’s often said to be the most beautiful beach in the world.
Glass Beach, United States
If you’ve ever heard the term “waste beach”, you’re probably thinking “What on earth are you talking about ” After all, when you hear the word “waste”, it sounds like you’re talking about a low area filled with waste, and it’s often dirty. But that’s not the case here. Those who like to shoot (拍摄) always come here.
Playa del Amor, Mexico
The beach, known as Playa del Amor or Hidden Beach, was formerly used as a training ground. It lies in a low area. Although it’s not recommended to swim here due to the rock y nature of the area and the strong waves, it’s a picturesque spot for people who love taking photos, and visitors may be able to observe whales if they’re lucky enough.
1. What do we know about Greenfield Beach
A. It’s close to Sydney. B. It’s covered by pink sand.
C. It has no forest access. D. It’s not known to enough people.
2 At which beach are tourists advised not to swim
A. Greenfield Beach. B. Sousse d’ Argent.
C. Playa del Amor. D. Glass Beach.
3. What do the listed beaches have in common
A. They’re places filled with waste. B. They’re great spots to take photos.
C. They’re surrounded by many rocks. D. They’re famous for sea animals.
B
A 12-year-old boy from Florida won the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee (2024 SNSB) after correctly spelling nearly 29 words in 90 seconds.
Seventh grader Bruhat Soma of St. Petersburg, Fla. was named the winner of the famous spelling competition. During the event, which took place in Oxon Hill, Md., Soma beat runner-up Faizan Zaki, a sixth grader from Dallas. The two faced off in a quick round tiebreaker match (决胜局) — before the pair could even compete against each other in a conventional round. Soma — one of just eight finalists in the bee, the fewest number of competitors in the final round in 14 years — finished the round with 29 words spelled correctly. Meanwhile, Zaki attempted 25 words and missed four of them. The Scripps organization announced that Soma’s winning word was abseil. It’s a word used in the sport of mountaineering. This was Soma’s third appearance in the bee. In 2022, he tied for 163rd place. Last year, he came 74th.
Soma’s spelling coach was 16-year-old speller Sam Evans, who coached three of the top four finishers. The 12-year-old’s charities of choice to represent were the Rays Baseball Foundation and Rowdies Soccer Fund. The prizes for the first-place winner include a 850,000 cash prize from the organization, a $2,500 cash prize and reference library from Merriam-Webster and $400 worth of reference works from Encyclopadia Britannica.
“I’ve been paying much attention to it this whole year,” Soma said in an interview, revealing that he often studied spelling for six hours a day on weekdays and over 10 hours a day on weekends. “After I lost in the quarter-finals last year, I knew what I had to do to win. And then when I won, it was a dream come true,” he added. “So I was so happy.”
4. What was unique about the 2024 SNSB final round
A. It had the fewest finalists in 14 years. B. Its winner was a sixth grader once again.
C. It was held in Florida for the second time. D. Its runner-up and Som a had competed before.
5. What was the significance of Soma’s third appearance
A. He helped Sam Evans. B. He achieved his first win.
C. He changed spelling bee rules. D. He became the youngest competitor.
6. What’s paragraph 3 mainly about
A. Soma’s education. B. Soma’s donations to charities.
C. Soma’s prizes. D. Soma’s personal information.
7. What can we learn from Soma’s story
A Hard work pays off. B. Winning is all about luck.
C. Many hands make light work. D. Education is the key to success.
C
A recent study reveals that a majority of Americans still believe that it was their parents who taught them how to do cleaning.
For some, their families weren’t the only resource for learning how to clean. About one in three parents said they also learned to clean from their past or current jobs, from their significant other, or from their friends.
“Cleaning can be surprisingly subjective. The ‘proper’ way to clean can vary greatly depending on your culture, how you were raised, and who you learned from,” says Tanu Grewal, who led the study. “At the end of the day, parents play a crucial role in shaping their children’s cleaning habits and attitudes, instilling good practices that last a lifetime.”
The results also showed that three-quarters of parents plan on teaching their kids everything about cleaning that they were never taught, and four-fifths have already thought of the ways to teach kids cleaning habits. In fact, 7 in 10 believe how they learned to clean growing up could have had a positive impact on how they clean today. For more than six-tenths, cleaning is now considered an art form. Parents think that children of different ages should do different cleaning jobs. For example, for most cleaning jobs — folding laundry, washing dishes, floor cleaning, and taking out the rubbish — parents believe their kids can start participating by age 10.
Instead of viewing it as a punishment, four-fifths of parents believe cleaning can be made into a family activity, tending to make cleaning something that brings everyone in the house together in a joyful way.
“Cleaning is part of everyone’s tradition one way or another — whether you learn how to clean from your parents or want to start your own cleaning traditions with your children, it is something that is passed down through generations.” Grewal continues.
8. Which statement best describes the resources for people to learn how to clean
A. They have limited backgrounds. B. They come from various ways.
C. They depend on people’s friends. D. They are good for people’s jobs.
9. What does the underlined word “instilling” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Teaching. B. Remembering. C. Comparing. D. Exploring.
10. Which is the percentage of parents considering how to teach kids to keep clean
A. 60%. B. 70%. C. 75%. D. 80%.
11. What does Grewal want to express about cleaning in the last paragraph
A. It’s a personal skill. B. It’s a source of happiness.
C. It’s a family culture. D. It’s a punishment to kids.
D
Climate change is causing widespread global impacts, but now scientists are finding that it’s changing the very planet itself. Earth’s rotation (自转) is slowing down, making the length of a day slightly longer.
As temperatures rise, massive amounts of ice are melting (融化) from Greenland and Antaretica. That meltwater flows into the oceans, making the middle of the planet become thicker. Then, its daily rotation takes a bit longer. The change is tiny, measured in milliseconds, which is one- thousandth of a second. Now, the ice at the poles is rapidly melting. Since 1993, global sea levels have risen by 4 inches on average and will likely rise by 2 feet or more by the end of the century, depending on how much humans control climate pollution. Scientist Surendra Adhikari and his workmates found that melting ice has slowed the planet’s rotation by 1.33 milliseconds per century since 2000. They believe that if climate pollution remains the same like today, that’ll increase to 2.62 milliseconds by the end of the century.
While that amount of time doesn’t mean much to everyday life, it can pose problems to highly connected computer networks that society depends on. For example, computer network s control GPS and space navigation, as well as financial institutions and cellphone networks. The problem arises because timekeeping is controlled by atomic clocks now, not the rotation of the Earth. Adjusting (调整) their clocks can be a major technological headache. Tech companies have been pushing back against the adjustments, saying they can cause networks to crash.
Melting ice has far more serious consequences for the planet than time. Millions of people face losing their homes as ice melts and sea levels keep rising. “If you live in a low-lying coastal area, then you’re not concerned about the milliseconds.” scientist Judah Levine says. “That’s the least of your worries. You have much more serious problems to deal with.”
12. What did Adhikari’s team find about Earth’s rotation
A. It’s based on global sea levels. B. It’ll cause climate change.
C. It’ll speed up in the near future. D. It’s affected by climate pollution.
13. How do the computer network s face time change
A. They handle it easily. B. They struggle with it.
C. They ignore its effects. D. They welcome it fully.
14. What does Levine advise those living on the coast to do
A. Consider their own survival. B. Say no to adding milliseconds.
C. Fill low-lying areas with stones. D. Care about the time of ice melting.
15. What’s the best title for the text
A. Climate Change and Meltwater B. Earth’s Rotation in Trouble
C. The Effects of Climate on Ocean D. The Impact of Melting Ice
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。
Teenagers around the world have a lot of free time. Do you know what they usually do during the spare time
Some like to learn new skills. They do this through their phones or computers. ___16___ It was reported that teenagers at a primary school in the UK learnt how to cook Chinese food online during their last summer holiday. After that, they wrote about their learning experiences, which they shared online with friends around the world.
___17___ Many teenagers use Instagram to share photos and stories with their friends. Some even make TikTok videos, which are short videos that show them dancing or doing funny things. Undoubtedly, this helps them make new friends and connect with other people.
Watching TV series is another popular activity among teenagers. ___18___ Some prefer to watch entire seasons within a day, while others like watching one episode (集) at a time.
Some teenagers choose to enjoy music. It’s well known that music makes people relax and enjoy themselves. Teenagers put on their favorite songs and dance around the room or sing along. ___19___ Through this, they can defeat stress and have fun.
Many of teenagers do physical activity. Young people like all kinds of sports, so they spend most of their free time doing sports. They play sports like basketball or soccer, go for a run or a bike ride, or do yoga.___20___
In conclusion, there are many things that teenagers do in their free time. So, go ahead and have fun!
A. I’d like to give you an example.
B. This is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
C. Actually, there are many things they can do.
D. Some make use of online platforms to show themselves.
E. Some of them like to have a picnic with their friends in the park.
F. They choose from a variety of shows and enjoy them in their own time.
G. Some even join a band to share their good or bad feelings with other kids.
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。
Kimberly Knor, 84, has skydived 598 times in her lifetime. But her ___21___ is to reach 1,000.
Knor wanted to try skydiving when she was five ___22___ her uncle, who was trained to jump from planes. “I was like ‘Oh, I wish that were me,’” she ___23___. “So, from that time forward, I was always ___24___ an opportunity to parachute (跳伞).” ___25___, Knor didn’t take her first jump until she was 20.
She’s able to enjoy skydiving a lot more now at 84 because it’s much ___26___ than it was when she started in 1959.
“They didn’t ___27___ skydiving centers or anything like they have today. We just had to find a pilot that would fly us, but we would ___28___ to find one.” Knor says. “Even if we got one, we wanted them to take the door off the right side of the ___29___, so we could get out; they were _____30_____ flying, so they were kind of unwilling to do that.”
Knor made the _____31_____ to achieve 1,000 jumps years ago. When asked if she has any fear about skydiving, especially at her _____32_____, she answers, “No. This is _____33_____ a good sport, especially if it’s _____34_____ to you. This is what I’ve been into since my childhood.” The senior flyer has also encouraged other women to _____35_____ her example. “We seniors must have our own hobbies,” says Knor.
21. A. goal B. limit C. ability D. level
22. A. according to B. as for C. apart from D. due to
23. A. announces B. recalls C. explains D. repeats
24. A. depending on B. adapting to C. showing off D. looking for
25. A. Therefore B. Moreover C. However D. Instead
26. A. heavier B. easier C. more expensive D. more beneficial
27. A. ignore B. stop C. build D. recommend
28. A. hurry B. offer C. fail D. happen
29. A. wall B. office C. apartment D. plane
30. A. concerned about B. aware of C. confused about D. afraid of
31. A. adjustment B. decision C. comment D. preparation
32. A. job B. dream C. age D. courage
33. A. finally B. certainly C. regularly D. recently
34. A. reasonable B. challenging C. surprising D. interesting
35. A. follow B. discuss C. change D. continue
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
June 11, 2024, marked the first-ever International Day of Play. On March 26, 2024, the United Nations determined ___36___ (create) a day on which to honor play worldwide.
Play is more than just an amusement for kids. It’s a crucial part of their development. Play, ___37___ encourages them to be physically active, is healthy. Play develops children’s friendships and social skills ___38___ it also teaches them how to solve problems. And through play, kids can increase their creativity and ___39___ (imagine). All of these benefits are important. They help kids grow up. Plus, play-based learning in school is more interesting. And it helps them remember information.
But four out of five children say that the adults around them don’t think that play is important. That statistic (统计数据) comes from a survey ___40___ (conduct) in 2023 by YouGov and the Child & Youth Friendly Governance Project. The groups ___41___ (survey) more than 10,000 children from more than 20 countries.
Now, a network of organizations is stressing the importance ___42___ play. These organizations banded together to call for an International Day of Play. The Right to Play is one of these organizations. Susan Melsaac is ___43___ (it) president and CEO. “Play is ___44___ (power),” Melsaac says. “Through play, children explore and understand the world.” ____45____ (lucky), the United Nations accepted their ad vice in March 2024.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假定你是班级“英语角”的负责人，你班准备举办主题为“在英语学习中传播中华优秀传统文化”的英语演讲比赛。请你写一则通知，内容包括：
1. 演讲主题；
2. 时间地点；
3. 号召参加。
注意：1.写作词数应80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Notice
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The English Corner
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。
Kelly, a 26-year-old who graduated from graduate school and was happily married to Brad Shoemaker. was living a perfect life.
However, the birth of their son Jeremy brought significant changes. Brad noticed Kelly’s constant worry about their living situation in the city flat and suggested moving to the countryside. “Kelly, I think moving to the countryside would be better for us and Jeremy. What do you think ” Brad asked. Kelly nodded without hesitation. When they moved, Jeremy was 2 years old and he was absolutely excited about the new home surrounded by woods. “This is the best place ever, Mommy!” he said, his eyes shining with excitement as he ran around the yard.
One cold night, a knock on the front door woke them up. “What was that ” Kelly asked in fear. When Brad and Kelly opened the door, they discovered a wounded squirrel (松鼠) with an open wound on one of its legs. Kelly rushed to help. “Poor thing,” she said. Her heart ached as she saw the wound.
The Shoemakers took the injured squirrel in, cleaned its wound, applied some medicine to it, and Jeremy brought a bedcover for warmth. “Let’s call it Lily,” Jeremy suggested. Eventually, Lily recovered and was released back into the wild.
After Lily’s leaving, a sense of emptiness filled the house and soon, strange knocks on the front door which was usually unlocked began at night. The first time they heard the sounds, the Shoemakers rushed to the door. “I don’t see anything,” Brad said, puzzled. “This is so strange,” Kelly responded.
The knocks continued for a month, then a year. Upset by the situation, Brad installed (安装) cameras all over the backyard and the driveway. Kelly spent the entire weekend examining the cameras and at 2 am, she was surprised by what she saw.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Kelly saw Lily walking 3 kids through the door to the basement (地下室).
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The Shoemakers observed Lily and her kids from a distance.
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答案版
1.本试卷满分150分，测试时间120分钟，共8页。
2.考查范围：必修第三册结束～选择性必修第一册UNIT2结束。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例： How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. Why is the woman so happy
A. She has got a car. B. She'll visit her grandpa. C. She is praised by her father.
2. What will the man do next
A. Drive a taxi. B. Have his watch fixed. C. Have dinner with others.
3. When does the man usually get off work
A. At 4:30 pm. B. At 5:00 pm. C. At 8:00 pm.
4. What did the woman buy
A. A pair of shoes. B. Some flowers. C. A pair of trousers.
5. Why does the man stop the conversation
A. To receive his wife's call. B. To meet another person. C. To pick up his wife from work.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the woman unsatisfied with
A. The reading environment.
B. The time of keeping a borrowed book.
C. The number of books that can be borrowed.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Workmates. B. Classmates. C. Bookseller and customer.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Where does this conversation probably take place
A. In a shop. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.
9. What are the speakers going to do next
A. Pay for the coat. B. Take a break. C. Ask for some help.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Who met with a car accident
A. Jim. B. Dr. Andrews. C. Mrs. Smith.
11. What does the man speaker advise the woman to do now
A. See her son. B. Go back home. C. Eat some food.
12. What information will the woman get
A. The cause of the accident.
B. The time to leave the hospital.
C. The situation of her son's injuries.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Where will the speakers go first
A. The zoo. B. The art museum. C. An Indian restaurant.
14. What does the woman want to try
A. Fashionable clothes. B. Local drinks. C. Shoes.
15. Why does the man refuse to go shopping
A. He is too tired. B. He hates shopping. C. They don't have enough money.
16. What is the speakers' plan in the afternoon
A. To get more cash. B. To walk along the beach. C. To check out.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What did the two businessmen do the night before they left Australia
A. They went shopping.
B. They stayed up late with their fans.
C. They drank beer together and got drunk.
18. What happened on the two businessmen's way to the airport
A. Their car hit a kangaroo.
B. They killed a kangaroo.
C. A kangaroo broke their jackets.
19. Where were the two businessmen's air tickets
A. In the car. B. In the hotel. C. In the pocket of the green jacket.
20. Why was the biker surprised at the sight of the kangaroo
A. It was running in a green jacket.
B. It was lying on the street.
C. It was dead.
听力答案 1—5 ACBCA 6—10 BBACA 11—15 CCBBC 16—20 BCACA
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
Here’s a list of the beaches you need to visit.
Greenfield Beach, Australia
It’s a few hours’ drive from Sydney, but it doesn’t get nearly as much attention as it should. You’ll need sunglasses when visiting Greenfield Beach because it’s one of the most amazing white sand beaches in the world and now it’s become a favorite for those addicted to taking pictures. As you walk through the forest, you’ll suddenly see one of the world’s most beautiful beaches right before your eyes.
Sousse d’ Argent, Seychelles
On a quiet bay (海湾) in one of the amazing 115 islands of the Seychelles, you’ll find a beautiful pink sand beach where the ocean meets the sky. Surrounded by huge rocks, this beach is sure to make you look more attractive in the photos. It’s often said to be the most beautiful beach in the world.
Glass Beach, United States
If you’ve ever heard the term “waste beach”, you’re probably thinking “What on earth are you talking about ” After all, when you hear the word “waste”, it sounds like you’re talking about a low area filled with waste, and it’s often dirty. But that’s not the case here. Those who like to shoot (拍摄) always come here.
Playa del Amor, Mexico
The beach, known as Playa del Amor or Hidden Beach, was formerly used as a training ground. It lies in a low area. Although it’s not recommended to swim here due to the rock y nature of the area and the strong waves, it’s a picturesque spot for people who love taking photos, and visitors may be able to observe whales if they’re lucky enough.
1. What do we know about Greenfield Beach
A. It’s close to Sydney. B. It’s covered by pink sand.
C. It has no forest access. D. It’s not known to enough people.
2. At which beach are tourists advised not to swim
A. Greenfield Beach. B. Sousse d’ Argent.
C. Playa del Amor. D. Glass Beach.
3. What do the listed beaches have in common
A. They’re places filled with waste. B. They’re great spots to take photos.
C. They’re surrounded by many rocks. D. They’re famous for sea animals.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. B
B
A 12-year-old boy from Florida won the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee (2024 SNSB) after correctly spelling nearly 29 words in 90 seconds.
Seventh grader Bruhat Soma of St. Petersburg, Fla. was named the winner of the famous spelling competition. During the event, which took place in Oxon Hill, Md., Soma beat runner-up Faizan Zaki, a sixth grader from Dallas. The two faced off in a quick round tiebreaker match (决胜局) — before the pair could even compete against each other in a conventional round. Soma — one of just eight finalists in the bee, the fewest number of competitors in the final round in 14 years — finished the round with 29 words spelled correctly. Meanwhile, Zaki attempted 25 words and missed four of them. The Scripps organization announced that Soma’s winning word was abseil. It’s a word used in the sport of mountaineering. This was Soma’s third appearance in the bee. In 2022, he tied for 163rd place. Last year, he came 74th.
Soma’s spelling coach was 16-year-old speller Sam Evans, who coached three of the top four finishers. The 12-year-old’s charities of choice to represent were the Rays Baseball Foundation and Rowdies Soccer Fund. The prizes for the first-place winner include a 850,000 cash prize from the organization, a $2,500 cash prize and reference library from Merriam-Webster and $400 worth of reference works from Encyclopadia Britannica.
“I’ve been paying much attention to it this whole year,” Soma said in an interview, revealing that he often studied spelling for six hours a day on weekdays and over 10 hours a day on weekends. “After I lost in the quarter-finals last year, I knew what I had to do to win. And then when I won, it was a dream come true,” he added. “So I was so happy.”
4. What was unique about the 2024 SNSB final round
A. It had the fewest finalists in 14 years. B. Its winner was a sixth grader once again.
C. It was held in Florida for the second time. D. Its runner-up and Som a had competed before.
5. What was the significance of Soma’s third appearance
A. He helped Sam Evans. B. He achieved his first win.
C. He changed spelling bee rules. D. He became the youngest competitor.
6. What’s paragraph 3 mainly about
A. Soma’s education. B. Soma’s donations to charities.
C. Soma’s prizes. D. Soma’s personal information.
7. What can we learn from Soma’s story
A. Hard work pays off. B. Winning is all about luck.
C. Many hands make light work. D. Education is the key to success.
【答案】4. A 5. B 6. C 7. A
C
A recent study reveals that a majority of Americans still believe that it was their parents who taught them how to do cleaning.
For some, their families weren’t the only resource for learning how to clean. About one in three parents said they also learned to clean from their past or current jobs, from their significant other, or from their friends.
“Cleaning can be surprisingly subjective. The ‘proper’ way to clean can vary greatly depending on your culture, how you were raised, and who you learned from,” says Tanu Grewal, who led the study. “At the end of the day, parents play a crucial role in shaping their children’s cleaning habits and attitudes, instilling good practices that last a lifetime.”
The results also showed that three-quarters of parents plan on teaching their kids everything about cleaning that they were never taught, and four-fifths have already thought of the ways to teach kids cleaning habits. In fact, 7 in 10 believe how they learned to clean growing up could have had a positive impact on how they clean today. For more than six-tenths, cleaning is now considered an art form. Parents think that children of different ages should do different cleaning jobs. For example, for most cleaning jobs — folding laundry, washing dishes, floor cleaning, and taking out the rubbish — parents believe their kids can start participating by age 10.
Instead of viewing it as a punishment, four-fifths of parents believe cleaning can be made into a family activity, tending to make cleaning something that brings everyone in the house together in a joyful way.
“Cleaning is part of everyone’s tradition one way or another — whether you learn how to clean from your parents or want to start your own cleaning traditions with your children, it is something that is passed down through generations.” Grewal continues.
8. Which statement best describes the resources for people to learn how to clean
A. They have limited backgrounds. B. They come from various ways.
C. They depend on people’s friends. D. They are good for people’s jobs.
9. What does the underlined word “instilling” in paragraph 3 mean
A Teaching. B. Remembering. C. Comparing. D. Exploring.
10. Which is the percentage of parents considering how to teach kids to keep clean
A. 60%. B. 70%. C. 75%. D. 80%.
11. What does Grewal want to express about cleaning in the last paragraph
A. It’s a personal skill. B. It’s a source of happiness.
C. It’s a family culture. D. It’s a punishment to kids.
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. D 11. C
D
Climate change is causing widespread global impacts, but now scientists are finding that it’s changing the very planet itself. Earth’s rotation (自转) is slowing down, making the length of a day slightly longer.
As temperatures rise, massive amounts of ice are melting (融化) from Greenland and Antaretica. That meltwater flows into the oceans, making the middle of the planet become thicker. Then, its daily rotation takes a bit longer. The change is tiny, measured in milliseconds, which is one- thousandth of a second. Now, the ice at the poles is rapidly melting. Since 1993, global sea levels have risen by 4 inches on average and will likely rise by 2 feet or more by the end of the century, depending on how much humans control climate pollution. Scientist Surendra Adhikari and his workmates found that melting ice has slowed the planet’s rotation by 1.33 milliseconds per century since 2000. They believe that if climate pollution remains the same like today, that’ll increase to 2.62 milliseconds by the end of the century.
While that amount of time doesn’t mean much to everyday life, it can pose problems to highly connected computer networks that society depends on. For example, computer network s control GPS and space navigation, as well as financial institutions and cellphone networks. The problem arises because timekeeping is controlled by atomic clocks now, not the rotation of the Earth. Adjusting (调整) their clocks can be a major technological headache. Tech companies have been pushing back against the adjustments, saying they can cause networks to crash.
Melting ice has far more serious consequences for the planet than time. Millions of people face losing their homes as ice melts and sea levels keep rising. “If you live in a low-lying coastal area, then you’re not concerned about the milliseconds.” scientist Judah Levine says. “That’s the least of your worries. You have much more serious problems to deal with.”
12. What did Adhikari’s team find about Earth’s rotation
A. It’s based on global sea levels. B. It’ll cause climate change.
C. It’ll speed up in the near future. D. It’s affected by climate pollution.
13. How do the computer network s face time change
A. They handle it easily. B. They struggle with it.
C. They ignore its effects. D. They welcome it fully.
14. What does Levine advise those living on the coast to do
A. Consider their own survival. B. Say no to adding milliseconds.
C. Fill low-lying areas with stones. D. Care about the time of ice melting.
15. What’s the best title for the text
A. Climate Change and Meltwater B. Earth’s Rotation in Trouble
C. The Effects of Climate on Ocean D. The Impact of Melting Ice
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. A 15. D
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Teenagers around the world have a lot of free time. Do you know what they usually do during the spare time
Some like to learn new skills. They do this through their phones or computers. ___16___ It was reported that teenagers at a primary school in the UK learnt how to cook Chinese food online during their last summer holiday. After that, they wrote about their learning experiences, which they shared online with friends around the world.
___17___ Many teenagers use Instagram to share photos and stories with their friends. Some even make TikTok videos, which are short videos that show them dancing or doing funny things. Undoubtedly, this helps them make new friends and connect with other people.
Watching TV series is another popular activity among teenagers. ___18___ Some prefer to watch entire seasons within a day, while others like watching one episode (集) at a time.
Some teenagers choose to enjoy music. It’s well known that music makes people relax and enjoy themselves. Teenagers put on their favorite songs and dance around the room or sing along. ___19___ Through this, they can defeat stress and have fun.
Many of teenagers do physical activity. Young people like all kinds of sports, so they spend most of their free time doing sports. They play sports like basketball or soccer, go for a run or a bike ride, or do yoga.___20___
In conclusion, there are many things that teenagers do in their free time. So, go ahead and have fun!
A. I’d like to give you an example.
B. This is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
C. Actually, there are many things they can do.
D. Some make use of online platforms to show themselves.
E. Some of them like to have a picnic with their friends in the park.
F. They choose from a variety of shows and enjoy them in their own time.
G. Some even join a band to share their good or bad feelings with other kids.
【答案】16. A 17. D 18. F 19. G 20. B
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。
Kimberly Knor, 84, has skydived 598 times in her lifetime. But her ___21___ is to reach 1,000.
Knor wanted to try skydiving when she was five ___22___ her uncle, who was trained to jump from planes. “I was like ‘Oh, I wish that were me,’” she ___23___. “So, from that time forward, I was always ___24___ an opportunity to parachute (跳伞).” ___25___, Knor didn’t take her first jump until she was 20.
She’s able to enjoy skydiving a lot more now at 84 because it’s much ___26___ than it was when she started in 1959.
“They didn’t ___27___ skydiving centers or anything like they have today. We just had to find a pilot that would fly us, but we would ___28___ to find one.” Knor says. “Even if we got one, we wanted them to take the door off the right side of the ___29___, so we could get out; they were _____30_____ flying, so they were kind of unwilling to do that.”
Knor made the _____31_____ to achieve 1,000 jumps years ago. When asked if she has any fear about skydiving, especially at her _____32_____, she answers, “No. This is _____33_____ a good sport, especially if it’s _____34_____ to you. This is what I’ve been into since my childhood.” The senior flyer has also encouraged other women to _____35_____ her example. “We seniors must have our own hobbies,” says Knor.
21. A. goal B. limit C. ability D. level
22. A. according to B. as for C. apart from D. due to
23. A. announces B. recalls C. explains D. repeats
24. A. depending on B. adapting to C. showing off D. looking for
25. A. Therefore B. Moreover C. However D. Instead
26. A. heavier B. easier C. more expensive D. more beneficial
27. A. ignore B. stop C. build D. recommend
28. A. hurry B. offer C. fail D. happen
29. A. wall B. office C. apartment D. plane
30. A. concerned about B. aware of C. confused about D. afraid of
31. A. adjustment B. decision C. comment D. preparation
32. A. job B. dream C. age D. courage
33. A. finally B. certainly C. regularly D. recently
34. A. reasonable B. challenging C. surprising D. interesting
35. A. follow B. discuss C. change D. continue
【答案】21. A 22. D 23. B 24. D 25. C 26. B 27. C 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. B 34. D 35. A
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
June 11, 2024, marked the first-ever International Day of Play. On March 26, 2024, the United Nations determined ___36___ (create) a day on which to honor play worldwide.
Play is more than just an amusement for kids. It’s a crucial part of their development. Play, ___37___ encourages them to be physically active, is healthy. Play develops children’s friendships and social skills ___38___ it also teaches them how to solve problems. And through play, kids can increase their creativity and ___39___ (imagine). All of these benefits are important. They help kids grow up. Plus, play-based learning in school is more interesting. And it helps them remember information.
But four out of five children say that the adults around them don’t think that play is important. That statistic (统计数据) comes from a survey ___40___ (conduct) in 2023 by YouGov and the Child & Youth Friendly Governance Project. The groups ___41___ (survey) more than 10,000 children from more than 20 countries.
Now a network of organizations is stressing the importance ___42___ play. These organizations banded together to call for an International Day of Play. The Right to Play is one of these organizations. Susan Melsaac is ___43___ (it) president and CEO. “Play is ___44___ (power),” Melsaac says. “Through play, children explore and understand the world.” ____45____ (lucky), the United Nations accepted their ad vice in March 2024.
【答案】36. to create
37. which 38. and
39. imagination
40. conducted
41. surveyed
42. of 43. its
44. powerful
45. Luckily
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假定你是班级“英语角”的负责人，你班准备举办主题为“在英语学习中传播中华优秀传统文化”的英语演讲比赛。请你写一则通知，内容包括：
1. 演讲主题；
2. 时间地点；
3. 号召参加。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Notice
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The English Corner
【答案】One possible version:
Notice
We are going to hold an English speech contest, whose theme is “Spreading Fine Traditional Chinese Culture in English Learning”.
The contest will be held in the school hall from 4 pm. to 6 pm. on December 10th. You can sign up by sending an email to englishcorner@ before November 8th.
This is a great opportunity to show your English skills and your understanding of traditional Chinese culture. We encourage all of you to take part in it.
The English Corner
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。
Kelly, a 26-year-old who graduated from graduate school and was happily married to Brad Shoemaker. was living a perfect life.
However, the birth of their son Jeremy brought significant changes. Brad noticed Kelly’s constant worry about their living situation in the city flat and suggested moving to the countryside. “Kelly, I think moving to the countryside would be better for us and Jeremy. What do you think ” Brad asked. Kelly nodded without hesitation. When they moved, Jeremy was 2 years old and he was absolutely excited about the new home surrounded by woods. “This is the best place ever, Mommy!” he said, his eyes shining with excitement as he ran around the yard.
One cold night, a knock on the front door woke them up. “What was that ” Kelly asked in fear. When Brad and Kelly opened the door, they discovered a wounded squirrel (松鼠) with an open wound on one of its legs. Kelly rushed to help. “Poor thing,” she said. Her heart ached as she saw the wound.
The Shoemakers took the injured squirrel in, cleaned its wound, applied some medicine to it, and Jeremy brought a bedcover for warmth. “Let’s call it Lily,” Jeremy suggested. Eventually, Lily recovered and was released back into the wild.
After Lily’s leaving, a sense of emptiness filled the house and soon, strange knocks on the front door which was usually unlocked began at night. The first time they heard the sounds, the Shoemakers rushed to the door. “I don’t see anything,” Brad said, puzzled. “This is so strange,” Kelly responded.
The knocks continued for a month, then a year. Upset by the situation, Brad installed (安装) cameras all over the backyard and the driveway. Kelly spent the entire weekend examining the cameras and at 2 am, she was surprised by what she saw.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Kelly saw Lily walking 3 kids through the door to the basement (地下室).
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The Shoemakers observed Lily and her kids from a distance.
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【答案】One possible version:
Kelly saw Lily walking 3 kids through the door to the basement (地下室). Seeing this, Kelly quickly woke Brad and Jeremy, her voice shaky with disbelief. “Brad, Jeremy, come quick! It’s Lily and her babies!” Brad rubbed his sleepy eyes and rushed to the cameras, his jaw dropping at the sight. “This is incredible. I never expected this.” Jeremy said with excitement, “See, Mom and Dad Our kindness to Lily has brought her back to us. Maybe she trusts us to keep her kids safe.” They finally figured out who had been making the sounds. Lily had spent the entire time housed in their basement!
The Shoemakers observed Lily and her kids from a distance. They left nuts and fruits outside the door, showing their continued care and support. Lily, seeming to understand their intentions, would sometimes stop and look at the kind family gratefully. One sunny afternoon, Jeremy placed the old and soft bedcover which was used to keep Lily warm near the entrance of the basement and left some fresh water. “I hope they know we mean well,” he whispered. And in response, Lily appeared with her kids, carefully approaching the offerings. A new bond of trust was formed, one that would last for many years to come.
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