湖南省长沙市2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷（含解析，无听力音频有听力原文）
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长沙市2024—2025学年度高二第一学期期中考试
英语
时量：120分钟满分：150分
得分：________
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What will the woman take with her
A. A sports bag. B. A suitcase. C. A backpack.
2. Why did the man call off his trip
A. The weather was bad. B. He wasn’t interested in it. C. There was an urgent situation.
3. What will the woman do
A. Collect some plants. B. Go to work in the lab. C. Deliver some materials.
4. How does the man feel about his grandmother’s moving in
A. Appreciative. B. Surprised. C. Anxious.
5. Where is the woman’s book now
A. On a bed. B. On a desk. C. In a chest.
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ˊ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；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 does the man care about first
A. The necessity B. The safety. C. The flexibility.
7. What is the woman going to do:
A. Show the man a website. B. Give the man a user guide. C. Open an account for the man.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. In the man’s house. B. On a plane. C. At an airport.
9. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Use the fast check-in service.
B. Take the blue suitcase on board.
C. Let his children go through security first.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What is Simon’s main job responsibility
A. Selling products. B. Developing software. C. Providing customer support.
11. What is the function of the software
A. To analyze market trends.
B. To work out production costs.
C. To manage relations with customers.
12. How many employees work at Simon’s company
A.3. B.12. C.13.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What are Nicole and Anthony
A. Film critics. B. News reporters. C. Radio presenters.
14. What is the speakers’ opinion on the new James Bond actor:
A. He is a good fit but not the best.
B. He is a typical James Bond actor.
C. He made the character unbelievable.
15. Which does Nicole think was good about the movie
A. The music. B. The story. C. The special effects.
16. What rating does Anthony give the movie
A. Two stars. B. Four stars. C. Five stars.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is Tim mainly talking about
A. The career of him and Sam.
B. The development of his musical talent.
C. The experiences of being twin brothers.
18. When was Tim born
A. In January. B. In October. C. In December.
19. What is probably the physical difference between the twins
A. The hair. B. The build. C. The voice.
20. What can we learn about Tim
A. He is less confident than Sam.
B. He is not interested in going out.
C. He is going to put out Soul Brothers.
第二部分 阅读 （共两节，满分42.5分）
第一节 （共12小题；每小题2.5分，满分30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
My wife’s birthday falls at the beginning of spring when the winter chill still hangs over the approaching warmth.
On that day, I came home from work, stopped her from entering the kitchen and asked her to dine out. “Has Lily called ” she asked. I shook my head. The atmosphere at the dinner was oppressive. My wife kept glancing at her phone, showing no signs of appetite.
Early the next morning, my wife got up, dark rings encircling her eyes. We only have one child. When Lily still lived at home, every year when her birthday approached; we would start the grand preparations days in advance. And after she left for college, my wife would call her countless times from morning till night. How could she ignore all our love and utterly forget her mum’s birthday On the way to work, I texted Lily, “Your mum didn’t sleep well last night.”
Another day concluding, we were about to go to bed when there was a sound of a key rattling in the lock. . In came our daughter, face red with cold, birthday cake in hand. “Sorry, Mum. Happy birthday!” she said, tears welling up. Immediately, my wife pulled Lily into a hug, complaining, “You silly girl, why do you come all the way back at such a time Don’t you know it is cold outside ”
Lily just stayed two hours in case of missing her classes. Seeing Lily boarding the train, my wife started blaming me for that message, yet in a better mood. I did feel I handled this matter perfectly both for my wife and my child’s growth.
Later, I called my parents and told them about it. I never thought they would respond with a long silence, and then said: “How many times have you forgotten our birthdays Has either of us ever complained ”
21. What does the underlined word “oppressive” mean in paragraph 2
A. Relaxing. B. Funny. C. Unique. D. Heavy.
22. What can be inferred about the author’s wife in paragraph 3
A. Watching TV is her daily routine. B. She set her phone in silent mode.
C. She felt a little anxious. D. She wasn’t satisfied with her dinner.
23. Why did Lily burst into tears on seeing her mother
A. She was overjoyed to see her mother.
B. She felt sorry about forgetting her mother’s birthday.
C. She feared to be blamed for ignoring her parents’ love.
D. She pitied herself being half-frozen all the way back.
24. What message is conveyed from the words of the author’s parents
A. Love is a two-way street. B. A birthday party is a must.
C. Parental love is for a return. D. It is never too late to say sorry.
B
Bad news sells. If it bleeds, it leads. No news is good news, and good news is no news. Those are the classic rules for the evening broadcasts and the morning papers. But now that information is being spread and monitored （监控） in different ways, researchers are discovering new rules. By tracking people’s e-mails and online posts, scientists have found that good news can spread faster and farther than disasters and sob stories.
“The ‘if it bleeds’ rule works for mass media,” says Jonah Berger, a scholar at the University of Pennsylvania. “They want your eyeballs and don’t care how you’re feeling. But when you share a story with your friends, you care a lot more how they react. You don’t want them to think of you as a Debbie Downer.”
Researchers analyzing word-of-mouth communication—e-mails, Web posts and reviews, face-to-face conversations—found that it tended to be more positive than negative, but that didn’t necessarily mean people preferred positive news. Was positive news shared more often simply because people experienced more good things than bad things To test for that possibility, Dr. Berger looked at how people spread a particular set of news stories: thousands of articles on The New York Times website. He and a Penn colleague analyzed the “most e-mailed” list for six months. One of his first findings was that articles in the science section were much more likely to make the list than non-science articles. He found that science amazed Times’ readers and made them want to share this positive feeling with others.
Readers also tended to share articles that were exciting or funny, or that inspired negative feelings like anger or anxiety, but not articles that left them merely sad. They needed to be aroused （激发） one way or the other, and they preferred good news to bad. The more positive an article, the more likely it was to be shared, as Dr. Berger explains in his new book, “Contagious: Why Things Catch On”.
25. What do the classic rules mentioned in the text apply to
A. News reports. B. Research papers. C. Sales and promotion. D. Daily conversations.
26. What can we infer about people like Debbie Downer
A. They’re socially inactive. B. They’re good at telling stories.
C. They’re inconsiderate of others. D. They’re careful with their words.
27. Which tended to be the most e-mailed according to Dr. Berger’s research
A. Sports news. B. Science articles. C. Personal accounts. D. Financial reviews.
28. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Sad Stories Travel Far and Wide B. Online News Attracts More People
C. Reading Habits Change with The Times D. Good News Beats Bad on Social Networks
C
Let’s take a moment to consider the words of one of America’s most remarkable philosophers, Henry David Thoreau.
Thoreau spent the years 1845—1847 living on the outskirts of society in a small cabin in the woods by the side of Walden Pond. He called this period of his life an experiment of intentional living and wrote this famous paragraph:
I went to the woods because I wished to live intentionally, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. I wanted to live deep and suck out all the marrow （吸取精华） of life.
There is great wisdom in Thoreau’s purpose here, and I think it’s very useful to ask ourselves this question: What would our lives be like if we sucked all the marrow out of life
If Thoreau’s quote sounds familiar, it may be from watching the film Dead Poets Society, a movie with deep wisdom. The film is about young men at a boarding school as they prepare to do good in the world because they have the privilege to bring about change. Their English teacher tries to convince them that they should live life well now instead of believing that they will find happiness after they reach certain goals. Part of his argument is conveyed by quoting this famous passage from Thoreau.
Sucking the marrow out of life sounds simple enough, but as a matter of fact, it may be the most difficult thing that we can ever do. But it actually is as simple as it sounds—though “simple” is not quite the same thing as “easy”. I can think of one barrier that often keeps us from living our best lives. What keeps us from getting the most out of life is our desire for approval and fame. In the process of always looking for fame and glory, there is the danger that we will stop living. In order to seek approval from others, we fail to find a sense of approval within our own spirit.
When we become aware that we are missing so much out of life, we can decide that we want to make changes. Our best move is to start small. If we are having a meal, whether a great festival feast or a modest supper, it is always within our power to take it slowly and really feel, taste, and enjoy the food before us. Few of us can easily do like
Henry David Thoreau and get away from it all in the wilderness. But we can make small changes every single day.
29. What wisdom is conveyed in Thoreau’s words
A. Stay away from city life. B. Live one’s life to the fullest.
C. Only nature can bring happiness. D. One can never be too old to learn.
30. Why did the author mention the film Dead Poets Society
A. To recommend a good film. B. To praise the teacher’s wisdom.
C. To state its connections with Thoreau. D. To further illustrate Thoreau’s wisdom.
31. What’s the author’s attitude towards people’s seeking for approval
A. Critical. B. Supportive. C. Sympathetic. D. Unconcerned.
32. What can we learn from the passage
A. Thoreau outshines ancient philosophers’ B. Thoreau exposes the true meaning of life.
C. Thoreau’s philosophy on life remains valuable. D. Thoreau’s practical advice ensures a successful life.
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。
Pursue Your Dreams Today, Not Tomorrow
Have you caught yourself daydreaming about your dreams We often postpone our dreams, trapped in a cycle of delay. But why wait 33 You don’t have to take a huge, life-shanging step. You can take minute steps toward a brighter future. And start right now
34 If you never try, you’re going to be weighed down by your regrets. You’re always going to wonder how your life would’ve turned out if you actually took a chance on yourself. Don’t let your future self be disappointed by your present self.
It doesn’t matter how old you are or how many people have warned you that you’re never going to succeed. Even the most successful people have had their hesitations about whether they had what it took to make it in their field. 35 Embrace a mindset of determination, knowing that success is within your reach.
At the end of the day, you need to carve out a path for yourself that will lead to the most satisfaction. If you allow your fear to get the best of you, you’re never going to forgive yourself. 36 It’s what you would encourage your friends to do, so why aren’t you giving yourself that same push
Sometimes, following your passion means spending a lot of your time each day. It may require making slight adjustments to your schedule, but you don’t have to sacrifice （牺牲） everything to follow your hearts. Try to strike a balance between your current life and your dreams. 37
Pursue your dreams now, even though that means you might need to break out of your comfort zone, and even though it means entering the unknown.
A. Ask yourself what would be worse.
B. Starting small is completely acceptable.
C. Only you can help yourself go after your dreams.
D. New opportunities may lead to personal growth.
E. If things go well, you can gradually make further shifts.
F. You need to move past your insecurities and explore your full potential.
G. Hard as it is, it’s crucial to wave off the doubts in the back of your mind.
第三部分 语言运用 （共三节，满分37.5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。
“Would you say you are more of a scientist or an artist ” I always 38 this question, particularly after I told my scientist peers （同行） that I’m 39 writing poetry. And I learned to 40 , “A scientist”—not because it was necessarily 41 , but because I sensed it would win me more 42 and honor from others.
After that, I wrote poems secretly, worried about being seen as less 43 to science than others. So, when a graduate whispered “I hear you write poetry!” in my ear in the lab, I 44 . My heart began to race. Was my cover 45 She went on to invite me to go to an art party and perform my work. After several days of 46 , I decided to write a poem and 47 .
The night of the party, I was amazed at the talent on display. 48 with the other performers, I learned many shared my 49 : peers might interpret the love for art as a 50 of passion for science. But over the course of the evening, I found myself at peace with the two different 51
Since then, I have 52 all of myself. Now if the question is addressed to me about whether I’m more of a scientist or an artist, I’ll say, “Both.”
38. A. considered B. heard C. noticed D. asked
39. A. cautious about B. tired of C. serious about D. fond of
40. A. respond B. explain C. repeat D. admit
41. A. wise B. fair C. true D. possible
42. A. support B. applause C. respect D. encouragement
43. A. attached B. devoted C. addicted D. exposed
44. A. nodded B. left C. withdrew D. froze
45. A. forgotten B. replaced C. blown D. perceived
46. A. struggle B. discussion C. reference D. training
47. A. go along B. let go C. show up D. get along
48. A. Performing B. Practising C. Cooperating D. Chatting
49. A. concern B. interest C. ambition D. idea
50. A. result B. lack C. sign D. mirror
51. A. beliefs B. lives C. intentions D. identities
52. A. improved B. accepted C. challenged D. discovered
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
根据所学课文内容，在短文空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式
Based on the psychology behind creating a desire to buy, advertisers 53 (develop) ways of persuading people into purchasing their products or services. A common technique to make an impact is to create a 54 (memory) slogan. Slogans use simple but impressive language to make us remember the product or service 55 (advertise). Some of these slogans may also appeal to our emotions. For example, a slogan may connect a fine china teapot it aims to promote 56 our pride in having good taste. You will hear a 57 (various) of slogans any time you watch TV. Think about your favorite one. What makes it special And what messages does it try to get across A slogan 58 communicates an idea effectively can boost sales and even become part of popular culture.
In the past, advertising was all about reaching as many people as possible with the same message. Now, advertising is becoming more digital and more personalized. Already we may see online advertisements for products 59 services we have previously searched for on the Internet, and we are very likely 60 (receive) special discounts and promotions targeted specifically at us. In the future, advertising will be even more about understanding individual customers and sending 61 (they) advertisements that are tailored to specific needs. Not only will this make them feel more valued and enable them to see what they are most interested in, 62 it will also help companies target their customers more efficiently to have a positive effect on sales.
第三节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
根据所学课文内容，在句子空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
63. These features are ________ (separate) from Li Bai’s wide use of exaggeration, metaphor and other artistic techniques.
64. ________ (drive) by a burning desire for adventure and travel, Li Bai left home and started to travel around in his early twenties.
65. When you finally make your great discovery, your efforts ________ (reward).
66. It is exciting when the poet starts with one particular image, and then adds something that seems to be out of place—it is the lines which stick out ________ make a poem interesting.
67. The aim of Romantics was ________ (break) with the ideals of the 18 century: they refused to follow rigid rules; instead, they put emphasis on the importance of imagination and feeling, the love of nature and a return to the past.
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
假定你是李华，你在刚刚结束的校英文诗歌创作比赛中荣获一等奖。请给帮助你的外教George写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 告知比赛结果；
2. 回顾他在诗歌创作技巧方面对你的帮助；
3. 表达感谢。
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。
第二节 （满分25分）
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。
Sally’s birthday was approaching, and the excitement that usually filled her heart was now replaced with disappointment and stress. Turning eleven was a big deal, and she had always celebrated it with a grand party surrounded by her friends. However, this year was different. The burden of excessive homework and her parents’ struggling business weighed heavily on her, forcing Sally to make the difficult decision of not having a birthday party, even though it was an event she enjoyed . dearly every year. One day, during the break, her best friend, Jane, with a curious look in her eyes, approached. “Are you going to have a birthday party this year ” Jane asked, sensing Sally’s sadness. “No,” Sally sighed and replied sadly, “there’s just too much going on and my parents are going through financial difficulties.”
She smiled weakly, trying to conceal （掩饰） her immense （极大的） disappointment and stress, but Jane saw through her pretence easily. Jane nodded thoughtfully and did not say anything. After the break, Sally saw her talking to one of their classmates, Sarah, secretively. Curious, Sally went over to them, but as soon as Jane saw her, she quickly walked away. Sally was startled （使受惊） by Jane’s strange actions and turned towards Sarah. “What did she say ” Sally asked. However, Sarah simply shrugged and walked away, leaving Sally standing there, feeling left out and anxious.
“What is happening ” Sally wondered anxiously. “Are they keeping something from me ” As Sally’s birthday drew nearer, Jane was often found chatting softly with their other classmates. Whenever Sally went over to them, they would just walk away or tell her that they were talking about a secret which Sally was not allowed to know. “Jane has never kept secrets from me before,” Sally thought. Her heart fell. Even her friends were distancing themselves from her! She swung between confusion and sadness with each passing moment, desperately trying to figure out what was happening. Why were her friends distancing themselves from her And what were they hiding
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。
On the day of Sally’s birthday, she went to school and found her classroom in total darkness.
Tears sprang from Sally’s eyes and her face broke into a radiant smile.
长沙市2024—2025学年度高二第一学期期中考试
英语参考答案
1-5 ACCAC 6-10 BACAA 11-15 BBCBA
16-20 BCBCA 21-25 DCBAA 26-30 CBDBD
31-35 ACBCG 36-40 FEBDA 41-45 CCBDC
46-52 ACDABDB
A
【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文。作者讲述了女儿忘记了妈妈的生日，妻子辗转难眠很伤心，作者给女儿发消息，女儿冒着严寒乘火车回来给妈妈补过生日，妻子很感动的故事。作者又把这件事讲给自己的父母听，父母却反问作者又有多少次忘记父母的生日。
21. D。词句猜测题。根据上文“On that day, I came home from work, stopped her from entering the kitchen and asked her to dine out. ’Has Lily called ’she asked. I shook my head. （那天，我下班回家，不让她进厨房，请她出去吃饭。’莉莉打电话来了吗 ’她问道。我摇了摇头。）”和下文“My wife kept glancing at her phone, showing no signs of appetite. （我妻子一直在看她的手机，没有任何食欲。）”可知，妻子生日那天一直在等女儿的祝福电话，到了晚上女儿还没打电话，应该是忘记了妈妈的生日，妻子应该是心情不好，所以晚餐时气氛比较沉闷。由此可知，画线词意为“沉闷的，沉重的”。故选D项。
22. C。推理判断题。根据第三段中的“Early the next morning, my wife got up, dark . rings encircling her eyes. We only have one child. When Lily still lived at home, every year when her birthday approached, we would start the grand preparations days in advance. And after she left for college, my wife would call her countless times from morning till night. How could she ignore all our love and utterly forget her mum’s birthday （第二天一大早，我妻子起床了，黑眼圈围绕着她的眼睛。我们只有一个孩子。莉莉还在家里的时候，每年临近她的生日，我们都会提前几天开始隆重地准备。在她上大学后，我妻子从早到晚给她打了无数次电话。她怎么能无视我们所有的爱，完全忘记她妈妈的生日呢 )”可知，在女儿生日时，妻子会打很多电话表示关心祝福，而女儿上大学后都不记得妈妈的生日，妻子是失落的，黑眼圈表明妻子的焦虑，晚上没睡好觉。故选C项。
23. B。细节理解题。根据第四段中的“ ‘Sorry, Mum. Happy birthday’ she said, tears welling up. (‘对不起，妈妈。生日快乐！’她说，说着眼泪涌了出来。）”可知，女儿见到妈妈哭了是因自己忘记了妈妈的生日而感到抱歉和懊悔。故选B项。
24. A。推理判断题。根据最后一段“Later, I called my parents and told them about it. I never thought they would respond with a long silence, and then said: ‘How many times have you forgotten our birthdays Has either of us ever complained ’（后来，我打电话给我的父母，告诉他们这件事。我从没想过他们会沉默很长时间，然后说：‘你多少次忘了我们的生日 我们俩谁抱怨过吗 ’）”可知，作者把女儿忘记她妈妈的生日这事儿讲给父母听，而父母的回答表明作者也多次忘记父母的生日。父母的沉默和后面的回答表明父母也期待作者对他们生日的重视。由此可知，父母传达的信息是爱是一条双行道，爱是相互的。故选A项。
B
【语篇导读】新闻媒体为了吸引人们的眼球，常常报道不好的消息或悲惨的事情，但是随着网络的发展情况有了变化。研究者通过追踪人们的邮件和网络跟帖，发现好的消息传播得更快。在现在的社交网络中，好消息打败了坏消息，人们更倾向于传播正能量的文章。
25. A。细节理解题。根据第二段中的“The ‘if it bleeds’ rule works for mass media”可知，像“if it bleeds”这样的传统规则适用于大众媒体，故选A。
26. C。推理判断题。根据第二段中的“you care a lot more how they react”可知，你非常在乎朋友听完你讲的故事后的反应，根据“You don’t want them to think of you as a Debbie Downer.”可知，你不想被当作一个“Debbie Downer”, 说明Debbie Downer指的是“一个不为他人考虑的人”, 故选C。
27. B。细节理解题。根据第三段中的“articles in the science section were much more likely to make the list than non-science articles”可知，科技类的文章比非科技类的更有可能被人们讨论，故选B。
28. D。标题归纳题。根据第一段中的“By tracking people’s e-mails and online posts, scientists have found that good news can spread faster and farther than disasters and sob stories.”可知，好消息在网络上传播得更快更远，说明文章主要讲的是好消息通过网络的传播，故选D。
C
【语篇导读】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了作者对于梭罗哲学的思考——人应该有意识地活着。他的哲学在当今社会仍然很有价值。
29. B。细节理解题。根据文中的“I wanted to live deep and suck out all the marrow （吸取精华） of life. （我希望活得深刻，吸取生命中所有的精华。）”可知，梭罗表达了人应该要充实地活着。故选B项。
30. D。细节理解题。根据文中的“Part of his argument is conveyed by quoting this famous passage from Thoreau. （他的部分论点是引用了梭罗的这段名言。）”可知，文章提及《死亡诗社》这部电影是为了更深人地阐释梭罗的思想。故选D项。
31. A。推理判断题。根据文中的“What keeps us from getting the most out of life is our desire for approval and fame. （阻碍我们从生活中获得最大收获的是我们对赞许和名声的渴望。）”可推断，作者对于人们对名声的追求持批判态度。故选A项。
32. C。主旨大意题。根据文中的“Let’s take a moment to consider the words of one of America’s most remarkable philosophers, Henry David Thoreau. （让我们花点时间来思考一下美国最杰出的哲学家之一亨利·大卫·梭罗的话。）”及全文内容可知，文章是对于梭罗的哲学进行的思考——人需要有意识地生活。他的哲学在当今社会仍然很有价值。故选C项。
【语篇导读】体裁：说明文；题材：方法与策略；主题：追求梦想，不要拖延。文章主要就如何及时追求自己的梦想提出了一些建议。
33. B。设空处下文“You don’t have to take a huge, life-changing step. You can take minute steps toward a brighter future. And start right now.”提到了不需要迈出巨大的、改变人生的一步，由此可知，设空处是在建议从小的事情开始。B项“从小事情开始是完全可以接受的。”符合语境。
34. C。设空处下文“If you never try, you’re going to be weighed down by your regrets.”说明如果从不尝试，就会被遗憾压垮。由此可知，本段的主旨是给自己一个改变生活的机会，即建议去追求自己的梦想。C项“只有你才能帮助你自己追求梦想。”符合语境。
35. G。设空处下文“Embrace a mindset of determination, knowing that success is within your reach.”提到要拥有坚定的心态，即要摆脱怀疑的心态。G项“尽管困难重重，但摆脱心中的疑虑是至关重要的。”符合语境，G项中的doubts与上文中的“their hesitations”相呼应。
36. F。根据上文“At the end of the day, you need to carve out a path for yourself that will lead to the most satisfaction. If you allow your fear to get the best of you, you’re never going to forgive yourself.”可知，你需要为自己开辟一条最满意的道路，如果你让恐惧占据了上风，你将永远不会原谅自己。作者建议要克服恐惧和不安全感，来发掘潜力。F项“你需要克服你的不安全感，发掘你的全部潜力。”符合语境，同时，也指明了下文中指代的具体内容。
37. E。设空处上文“Sometimes, following your passion means spending a lot of your time each day ... Try to strike a balance between your current life and your dreams.”提到了在追求心中的热忱时，你要尽量在现有的生活和未来的梦想之间取得平衡，设空处为本段最后一句，故应说明这么做的结果。E项“如果一切顺利，你可以逐渐作出进一步的改变。”符合语境。
38. B。作者频繁地听到别人问他。
39. D。从下文可知作者喜欢写诗。be cautious about对……很谨慎，be tired of厌倦，be serious about对……很认真。
40. A。作者回答文章开头的问题。
41. C。从上文可知，作者从事科学工作，作者回答说更像科学家并不是因为这必定是真的，而是因为其他原因，其他答案与语境不符。
42. C。此处措辞应与后面的honor属于同一个语义范畴，respect最合适。
43. B。从上文可知，作者之所以要偷偷地写诗，是因为担心他被认为对科学不像别人那么投入。
44. D。明明是偷偷地写诗，结果竟然有学生知道了，自然会感到震惊。freeze可以表示 （因害怕等） 停住不动，惊呆，吓呆。
45. C。考查熟词生义。blow the cover泄露消息，撕下伪装。
46. A。之前是偷偷地写诗，现在却要公开，自然内心会有挣扎。
47. C。go along继续，进展；let go放开；show up如约赶到，露面，出现。
48. D。从下文可知，此处作者是在聚会上与其他表演者聊天。
49. A。从上下文可知，作者了解到很多人有同样的顾虑。
50. B。同行可能会把他们对艺术的热爱解读为对科学缺乏热情。
51. D。从上下文可知，作者已能平静地接纳自己的两个身份。
52. B。从上文可知，从那以后，作者接受了全部的自己。
53. have developed 54. memorable 55. being advertised 56. with 57. variety 58. which 59. or
60. to receive 61. them 62. but
63. inseparable 64. Driven 65. will be rewarded 66. that 67. to break
第四部分
第一节
【参考范文】
Dear George,
I hope this email finds you well! I am more than excited to keep you informed that I have won the first prize in the English . poetry competition which has just ended in our school.
I still remember the days when you corrected my grammatical mistakes and instructed me how to create sound and sense with great patience. It is your professional knowledge and rigorous teaching attitude that benefit me a lot. Without your help, I would not have made such great progress.
Words fail to express my gratitude for your help and support. Your generous assistance has not only improved my writing skills, but-also stimulated my enthusiasm and confidence in English learning.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
【参考范文】
On the day of Sally’s birthday, she went to school and found her classroom in total darkness. A wave of confusion washed over her as she stepped hesitantly into the room, her heart pounding. She reached for the light switch, but before her hand could find it, a chorus of voices broke the silence. “Surprise!” her classmates, led by Jane, jumped out from all sorts of hiding places. As the room was flooded with light, Sally’s eyes widened in surprise and disbelief. The classroom was decorated with balloons and streamers, a beautiful cake sitting on the teacher’s desk, and in the corner, a pile of presents waiting to be unwrapped.
Tears sprang from Sally’s eyes and her face broke into a radiant smile. She turned towards Jane, who was grinning from ear to ear. “We knew you couldn’t have a party this year, so we decided to bring the party to you,” Jane said, her eyes twinkling with naughtiness. The confusion that fogged her brain was cleared as she realized that her friends hadn’t been distancing themselves from her, and they were planning this surprise all along. The sadness that had been looming over her disappeared, replaced with joy and gratitude. One thing Sally was sure of was that it was indeed the most fantastic birthday party she had had.
听力材料
(Text 1)
M: Have you finished packing
W: No, my suitcase broke so I need something new to put in my things. I’ll get one of those big sports bags as quality backpacks are expensive.
(Text 2)
M: I canceled my trip to New York.
W: Was it due to weather conditions
M: No, there was a family emergency. You know, sometimes things happen in an unexpected way.
(Text 3)
M: Have you sent the plant materials you collected yesterday to the laboratory
W: Not yet.
M: When do you plan to send them
W: I’ll get it done in the next half hour.
(Text 4)
W: Does your house seem empty now after your sister left for college
M: Not ’really. My grandmother’s moved into her room. It’s really nice having her there because she cooks supper for me if my mom and dad go out for the evening.
(Text 5)
W: Excuse me. I left my book on the bed when I checked out just now. Have you seen it
M: Oh, yes. The housekeeper saw it and gave it to the manager who put it with the other lost property. He keeps it all in the wooden chest behind his desk.
(Text 6)
W: So if you’re after a low-risk investment, I’d say go for this savings account. It’s an extremely reliable product.
M: What do you mean by reliable
W: Well, you earn a fixed 3% a year.
M: Can I close the account whenever I want
W: Yes, you can.
M: And can I check the account online
W: Of course. And it’s a very user-friendly site. If you have a moment, I can demonstrate to you how easy it is.
(Text 7)
W: Three people, sir
M: Yes.
W: But you only have two boarding passes here. Where’s the third one
M: Oh no! I used the online check-in service at home. I didn’t see there were only two.
W: And that blue suitcase, sir. That’s hold baggage. It’s too big to take on the plane. You need to check it in.
M: I’ll have to go back. Can my children go through security now
W: No, I’m sorry. They can’t. Just go back and explain the situation. Go to the priority check-in. It will be quicker.
M: OK, thanks.
(Text 8)
W: What do you do, Simon
英语
时量：120分钟满分：150分
得分：________
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What will the woman take with her
A. A sports bag. B. A suitcase. C. A backpack.
2. Why did the man call off his trip
A. The weather was bad. B. He wasn’t interested in it. C. There was an urgent situation.
3. What will the woman do
A. Collect some plants. B. Go to work in the lab. C. Deliver some materials.
4. How does the man feel about his grandmother’s moving in
A. Appreciative. B. Surprised. C. Anxious.
5. Where is the woman’s book now
A. On a bed. B. On a desk. C. In a chest.
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ˊ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；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 does the man care about first
A. The necessity B. The safety. C. The flexibility.
7. What is the woman going to do:
A. Show the man a website. B. Give the man a user guide. C. Open an account for the man.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. In the man’s house. B. On a plane. C. At an airport.
9. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Use the fast check-in service.
B. Take the blue suitcase on board.
C. Let his children go through security first.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What is Simon’s main job responsibility
A. Selling products. B. Developing software. C. Providing customer support.
11. What is the function of the software
A. To analyze market trends.
B. To work out production costs.
C. To manage relations with customers.
12. How many employees work at Simon’s company
A.3. B.12. C.13.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What are Nicole and Anthony
A. Film critics. B. News reporters. C. Radio presenters.
14. What is the speakers’ opinion on the new James Bond actor:
A. He is a good fit but not the best.
B. He is a typical James Bond actor.
C. He made the character unbelievable.
15. Which does Nicole think was good about the movie
A. The music. B. The story. C. The special effects.
16. What rating does Anthony give the movie
A. Two stars. B. Four stars. C. Five stars.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is Tim mainly talking about
A. The career of him and Sam.
B. The development of his musical talent.
C. The experiences of being twin brothers.
18. When was Tim born
A. In January. B. In October. C. In December.
19. What is probably the physical difference between the twins
A. The hair. B. The build. C. The voice.
20. What can we learn about Tim
A. He is less confident than Sam.
B. He is not interested in going out.
C. He is going to put out Soul Brothers.
第二部分 阅读 （共两节，满分42.5分）
第一节 （共12小题；每小题2.5分，满分30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
My wife’s birthday falls at the beginning of spring when the winter chill still hangs over the approaching warmth.
On that day, I came home from work, stopped her from entering the kitchen and asked her to dine out. “Has Lily called ” she asked. I shook my head. The atmosphere at the dinner was oppressive. My wife kept glancing at her phone, showing no signs of appetite.
Early the next morning, my wife got up, dark rings encircling her eyes. We only have one child. When Lily still lived at home, every year when her birthday approached; we would start the grand preparations days in advance. And after she left for college, my wife would call her countless times from morning till night. How could she ignore all our love and utterly forget her mum’s birthday On the way to work, I texted Lily, “Your mum didn’t sleep well last night.”
Another day concluding, we were about to go to bed when there was a sound of a key rattling in the lock. . In came our daughter, face red with cold, birthday cake in hand. “Sorry, Mum. Happy birthday!” she said, tears welling up. Immediately, my wife pulled Lily into a hug, complaining, “You silly girl, why do you come all the way back at such a time Don’t you know it is cold outside ”
Lily just stayed two hours in case of missing her classes. Seeing Lily boarding the train, my wife started blaming me for that message, yet in a better mood. I did feel I handled this matter perfectly both for my wife and my child’s growth.
Later, I called my parents and told them about it. I never thought they would respond with a long silence, and then said: “How many times have you forgotten our birthdays Has either of us ever complained ”
21. What does the underlined word “oppressive” mean in paragraph 2
A. Relaxing. B. Funny. C. Unique. D. Heavy.
22. What can be inferred about the author’s wife in paragraph 3
A. Watching TV is her daily routine. B. She set her phone in silent mode.
C. She felt a little anxious. D. She wasn’t satisfied with her dinner.
23. Why did Lily burst into tears on seeing her mother
A. She was overjoyed to see her mother.
B. She felt sorry about forgetting her mother’s birthday.
C. She feared to be blamed for ignoring her parents’ love.
D. She pitied herself being half-frozen all the way back.
24. What message is conveyed from the words of the author’s parents
A. Love is a two-way street. B. A birthday party is a must.
C. Parental love is for a return. D. It is never too late to say sorry.
B
Bad news sells. If it bleeds, it leads. No news is good news, and good news is no news. Those are the classic rules for the evening broadcasts and the morning papers. But now that information is being spread and monitored （监控） in different ways, researchers are discovering new rules. By tracking people’s e-mails and online posts, scientists have found that good news can spread faster and farther than disasters and sob stories.
“The ‘if it bleeds’ rule works for mass media,” says Jonah Berger, a scholar at the University of Pennsylvania. “They want your eyeballs and don’t care how you’re feeling. But when you share a story with your friends, you care a lot more how they react. You don’t want them to think of you as a Debbie Downer.”
Researchers analyzing word-of-mouth communication—e-mails, Web posts and reviews, face-to-face conversations—found that it tended to be more positive than negative, but that didn’t necessarily mean people preferred positive news. Was positive news shared more often simply because people experienced more good things than bad things To test for that possibility, Dr. Berger looked at how people spread a particular set of news stories: thousands of articles on The New York Times website. He and a Penn colleague analyzed the “most e-mailed” list for six months. One of his first findings was that articles in the science section were much more likely to make the list than non-science articles. He found that science amazed Times’ readers and made them want to share this positive feeling with others.
Readers also tended to share articles that were exciting or funny, or that inspired negative feelings like anger or anxiety, but not articles that left them merely sad. They needed to be aroused （激发） one way or the other, and they preferred good news to bad. The more positive an article, the more likely it was to be shared, as Dr. Berger explains in his new book, “Contagious: Why Things Catch On”.
25. What do the classic rules mentioned in the text apply to
A. News reports. B. Research papers. C. Sales and promotion. D. Daily conversations.
26. What can we infer about people like Debbie Downer
A. They’re socially inactive. B. They’re good at telling stories.
C. They’re inconsiderate of others. D. They’re careful with their words.
27. Which tended to be the most e-mailed according to Dr. Berger’s research
A. Sports news. B. Science articles. C. Personal accounts. D. Financial reviews.
28. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Sad Stories Travel Far and Wide B. Online News Attracts More People
C. Reading Habits Change with The Times D. Good News Beats Bad on Social Networks
C
Let’s take a moment to consider the words of one of America’s most remarkable philosophers, Henry David Thoreau.
Thoreau spent the years 1845—1847 living on the outskirts of society in a small cabin in the woods by the side of Walden Pond. He called this period of his life an experiment of intentional living and wrote this famous paragraph:
I went to the woods because I wished to live intentionally, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. I wanted to live deep and suck out all the marrow （吸取精华） of life.
There is great wisdom in Thoreau’s purpose here, and I think it’s very useful to ask ourselves this question: What would our lives be like if we sucked all the marrow out of life
If Thoreau’s quote sounds familiar, it may be from watching the film Dead Poets Society, a movie with deep wisdom. The film is about young men at a boarding school as they prepare to do good in the world because they have the privilege to bring about change. Their English teacher tries to convince them that they should live life well now instead of believing that they will find happiness after they reach certain goals. Part of his argument is conveyed by quoting this famous passage from Thoreau.
Sucking the marrow out of life sounds simple enough, but as a matter of fact, it may be the most difficult thing that we can ever do. But it actually is as simple as it sounds—though “simple” is not quite the same thing as “easy”. I can think of one barrier that often keeps us from living our best lives. What keeps us from getting the most out of life is our desire for approval and fame. In the process of always looking for fame and glory, there is the danger that we will stop living. In order to seek approval from others, we fail to find a sense of approval within our own spirit.
When we become aware that we are missing so much out of life, we can decide that we want to make changes. Our best move is to start small. If we are having a meal, whether a great festival feast or a modest supper, it is always within our power to take it slowly and really feel, taste, and enjoy the food before us. Few of us can easily do like
Henry David Thoreau and get away from it all in the wilderness. But we can make small changes every single day.
29. What wisdom is conveyed in Thoreau’s words
A. Stay away from city life. B. Live one’s life to the fullest.
C. Only nature can bring happiness. D. One can never be too old to learn.
30. Why did the author mention the film Dead Poets Society
A. To recommend a good film. B. To praise the teacher’s wisdom.
C. To state its connections with Thoreau. D. To further illustrate Thoreau’s wisdom.
31. What’s the author’s attitude towards people’s seeking for approval
A. Critical. B. Supportive. C. Sympathetic. D. Unconcerned.
32. What can we learn from the passage
A. Thoreau outshines ancient philosophers’ B. Thoreau exposes the true meaning of life.
C. Thoreau’s philosophy on life remains valuable. D. Thoreau’s practical advice ensures a successful life.
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。
Pursue Your Dreams Today, Not Tomorrow
Have you caught yourself daydreaming about your dreams We often postpone our dreams, trapped in a cycle of delay. But why wait 33 You don’t have to take a huge, life-shanging step. You can take minute steps toward a brighter future. And start right now
34 If you never try, you’re going to be weighed down by your regrets. You’re always going to wonder how your life would’ve turned out if you actually took a chance on yourself. Don’t let your future self be disappointed by your present self.
It doesn’t matter how old you are or how many people have warned you that you’re never going to succeed. Even the most successful people have had their hesitations about whether they had what it took to make it in their field. 35 Embrace a mindset of determination, knowing that success is within your reach.
At the end of the day, you need to carve out a path for yourself that will lead to the most satisfaction. If you allow your fear to get the best of you, you’re never going to forgive yourself. 36 It’s what you would encourage your friends to do, so why aren’t you giving yourself that same push
Sometimes, following your passion means spending a lot of your time each day. It may require making slight adjustments to your schedule, but you don’t have to sacrifice （牺牲） everything to follow your hearts. Try to strike a balance between your current life and your dreams. 37
Pursue your dreams now, even though that means you might need to break out of your comfort zone, and even though it means entering the unknown.
A. Ask yourself what would be worse.
B. Starting small is completely acceptable.
C. Only you can help yourself go after your dreams.
D. New opportunities may lead to personal growth.
E. If things go well, you can gradually make further shifts.
F. You need to move past your insecurities and explore your full potential.
G. Hard as it is, it’s crucial to wave off the doubts in the back of your mind.
第三部分 语言运用 （共三节，满分37.5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。
“Would you say you are more of a scientist or an artist ” I always 38 this question, particularly after I told my scientist peers （同行） that I’m 39 writing poetry. And I learned to 40 , “A scientist”—not because it was necessarily 41 , but because I sensed it would win me more 42 and honor from others.
After that, I wrote poems secretly, worried about being seen as less 43 to science than others. So, when a graduate whispered “I hear you write poetry!” in my ear in the lab, I 44 . My heart began to race. Was my cover 45 She went on to invite me to go to an art party and perform my work. After several days of 46 , I decided to write a poem and 47 .
The night of the party, I was amazed at the talent on display. 48 with the other performers, I learned many shared my 49 : peers might interpret the love for art as a 50 of passion for science. But over the course of the evening, I found myself at peace with the two different 51
Since then, I have 52 all of myself. Now if the question is addressed to me about whether I’m more of a scientist or an artist, I’ll say, “Both.”
38. A. considered B. heard C. noticed D. asked
39. A. cautious about B. tired of C. serious about D. fond of
40. A. respond B. explain C. repeat D. admit
41. A. wise B. fair C. true D. possible
42. A. support B. applause C. respect D. encouragement
43. A. attached B. devoted C. addicted D. exposed
44. A. nodded B. left C. withdrew D. froze
45. A. forgotten B. replaced C. blown D. perceived
46. A. struggle B. discussion C. reference D. training
47. A. go along B. let go C. show up D. get along
48. A. Performing B. Practising C. Cooperating D. Chatting
49. A. concern B. interest C. ambition D. idea
50. A. result B. lack C. sign D. mirror
51. A. beliefs B. lives C. intentions D. identities
52. A. improved B. accepted C. challenged D. discovered
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
根据所学课文内容，在短文空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式
Based on the psychology behind creating a desire to buy, advertisers 53 (develop) ways of persuading people into purchasing their products or services. A common technique to make an impact is to create a 54 (memory) slogan. Slogans use simple but impressive language to make us remember the product or service 55 (advertise). Some of these slogans may also appeal to our emotions. For example, a slogan may connect a fine china teapot it aims to promote 56 our pride in having good taste. You will hear a 57 (various) of slogans any time you watch TV. Think about your favorite one. What makes it special And what messages does it try to get across A slogan 58 communicates an idea effectively can boost sales and even become part of popular culture.
In the past, advertising was all about reaching as many people as possible with the same message. Now, advertising is becoming more digital and more personalized. Already we may see online advertisements for products 59 services we have previously searched for on the Internet, and we are very likely 60 (receive) special discounts and promotions targeted specifically at us. In the future, advertising will be even more about understanding individual customers and sending 61 (they) advertisements that are tailored to specific needs. Not only will this make them feel more valued and enable them to see what they are most interested in, 62 it will also help companies target their customers more efficiently to have a positive effect on sales.
第三节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
根据所学课文内容，在句子空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
63. These features are ________ (separate) from Li Bai’s wide use of exaggeration, metaphor and other artistic techniques.
64. ________ (drive) by a burning desire for adventure and travel, Li Bai left home and started to travel around in his early twenties.
65. When you finally make your great discovery, your efforts ________ (reward).
66. It is exciting when the poet starts with one particular image, and then adds something that seems to be out of place—it is the lines which stick out ________ make a poem interesting.
67. The aim of Romantics was ________ (break) with the ideals of the 18 century: they refused to follow rigid rules; instead, they put emphasis on the importance of imagination and feeling, the love of nature and a return to the past.
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
假定你是李华，你在刚刚结束的校英文诗歌创作比赛中荣获一等奖。请给帮助你的外教George写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 告知比赛结果；
2. 回顾他在诗歌创作技巧方面对你的帮助；
3. 表达感谢。
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。
第二节 （满分25分）
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。
Sally’s birthday was approaching, and the excitement that usually filled her heart was now replaced with disappointment and stress. Turning eleven was a big deal, and she had always celebrated it with a grand party surrounded by her friends. However, this year was different. The burden of excessive homework and her parents’ struggling business weighed heavily on her, forcing Sally to make the difficult decision of not having a birthday party, even though it was an event she enjoyed . dearly every year. One day, during the break, her best friend, Jane, with a curious look in her eyes, approached. “Are you going to have a birthday party this year ” Jane asked, sensing Sally’s sadness. “No,” Sally sighed and replied sadly, “there’s just too much going on and my parents are going through financial difficulties.”
She smiled weakly, trying to conceal （掩饰） her immense （极大的） disappointment and stress, but Jane saw through her pretence easily. Jane nodded thoughtfully and did not say anything. After the break, Sally saw her talking to one of their classmates, Sarah, secretively. Curious, Sally went over to them, but as soon as Jane saw her, she quickly walked away. Sally was startled （使受惊） by Jane’s strange actions and turned towards Sarah. “What did she say ” Sally asked. However, Sarah simply shrugged and walked away, leaving Sally standing there, feeling left out and anxious.
“What is happening ” Sally wondered anxiously. “Are they keeping something from me ” As Sally’s birthday drew nearer, Jane was often found chatting softly with their other classmates. Whenever Sally went over to them, they would just walk away or tell her that they were talking about a secret which Sally was not allowed to know. “Jane has never kept secrets from me before,” Sally thought. Her heart fell. Even her friends were distancing themselves from her! She swung between confusion and sadness with each passing moment, desperately trying to figure out what was happening. Why were her friends distancing themselves from her And what were they hiding
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。
On the day of Sally’s birthday, she went to school and found her classroom in total darkness.
Tears sprang from Sally’s eyes and her face broke into a radiant smile.
长沙市2024—2025学年度高二第一学期期中考试
英语参考答案
1-5 ACCAC 6-10 BACAA 11-15 BBCBA
16-20 BCBCA 21-25 DCBAA 26-30 CBDBD
31-35 ACBCG 36-40 FEBDA 41-45 CCBDC
46-52 ACDABDB
A
【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文。作者讲述了女儿忘记了妈妈的生日，妻子辗转难眠很伤心，作者给女儿发消息，女儿冒着严寒乘火车回来给妈妈补过生日，妻子很感动的故事。作者又把这件事讲给自己的父母听，父母却反问作者又有多少次忘记父母的生日。
21. D。词句猜测题。根据上文“On that day, I came home from work, stopped her from entering the kitchen and asked her to dine out. ’Has Lily called ’she asked. I shook my head. （那天，我下班回家，不让她进厨房，请她出去吃饭。’莉莉打电话来了吗 ’她问道。我摇了摇头。）”和下文“My wife kept glancing at her phone, showing no signs of appetite. （我妻子一直在看她的手机，没有任何食欲。）”可知，妻子生日那天一直在等女儿的祝福电话，到了晚上女儿还没打电话，应该是忘记了妈妈的生日，妻子应该是心情不好，所以晚餐时气氛比较沉闷。由此可知，画线词意为“沉闷的，沉重的”。故选D项。
22. C。推理判断题。根据第三段中的“Early the next morning, my wife got up, dark . rings encircling her eyes. We only have one child. When Lily still lived at home, every year when her birthday approached, we would start the grand preparations days in advance. And after she left for college, my wife would call her countless times from morning till night. How could she ignore all our love and utterly forget her mum’s birthday （第二天一大早，我妻子起床了，黑眼圈围绕着她的眼睛。我们只有一个孩子。莉莉还在家里的时候，每年临近她的生日，我们都会提前几天开始隆重地准备。在她上大学后，我妻子从早到晚给她打了无数次电话。她怎么能无视我们所有的爱，完全忘记她妈妈的生日呢 )”可知，在女儿生日时，妻子会打很多电话表示关心祝福，而女儿上大学后都不记得妈妈的生日，妻子是失落的，黑眼圈表明妻子的焦虑，晚上没睡好觉。故选C项。
23. B。细节理解题。根据第四段中的“ ‘Sorry, Mum. Happy birthday’ she said, tears welling up. (‘对不起，妈妈。生日快乐！’她说，说着眼泪涌了出来。）”可知，女儿见到妈妈哭了是因自己忘记了妈妈的生日而感到抱歉和懊悔。故选B项。
24. A。推理判断题。根据最后一段“Later, I called my parents and told them about it. I never thought they would respond with a long silence, and then said: ‘How many times have you forgotten our birthdays Has either of us ever complained ’（后来，我打电话给我的父母，告诉他们这件事。我从没想过他们会沉默很长时间，然后说：‘你多少次忘了我们的生日 我们俩谁抱怨过吗 ’）”可知，作者把女儿忘记她妈妈的生日这事儿讲给父母听，而父母的回答表明作者也多次忘记父母的生日。父母的沉默和后面的回答表明父母也期待作者对他们生日的重视。由此可知，父母传达的信息是爱是一条双行道，爱是相互的。故选A项。
B
【语篇导读】新闻媒体为了吸引人们的眼球，常常报道不好的消息或悲惨的事情，但是随着网络的发展情况有了变化。研究者通过追踪人们的邮件和网络跟帖，发现好的消息传播得更快。在现在的社交网络中，好消息打败了坏消息，人们更倾向于传播正能量的文章。
25. A。细节理解题。根据第二段中的“The ‘if it bleeds’ rule works for mass media”可知，像“if it bleeds”这样的传统规则适用于大众媒体，故选A。
26. C。推理判断题。根据第二段中的“you care a lot more how they react”可知，你非常在乎朋友听完你讲的故事后的反应，根据“You don’t want them to think of you as a Debbie Downer.”可知，你不想被当作一个“Debbie Downer”, 说明Debbie Downer指的是“一个不为他人考虑的人”, 故选C。
27. B。细节理解题。根据第三段中的“articles in the science section were much more likely to make the list than non-science articles”可知，科技类的文章比非科技类的更有可能被人们讨论，故选B。
28. D。标题归纳题。根据第一段中的“By tracking people’s e-mails and online posts, scientists have found that good news can spread faster and farther than disasters and sob stories.”可知，好消息在网络上传播得更快更远，说明文章主要讲的是好消息通过网络的传播，故选D。
C
【语篇导读】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了作者对于梭罗哲学的思考——人应该有意识地活着。他的哲学在当今社会仍然很有价值。
29. B。细节理解题。根据文中的“I wanted to live deep and suck out all the marrow （吸取精华） of life. （我希望活得深刻，吸取生命中所有的精华。）”可知，梭罗表达了人应该要充实地活着。故选B项。
30. D。细节理解题。根据文中的“Part of his argument is conveyed by quoting this famous passage from Thoreau. （他的部分论点是引用了梭罗的这段名言。）”可知，文章提及《死亡诗社》这部电影是为了更深人地阐释梭罗的思想。故选D项。
31. A。推理判断题。根据文中的“What keeps us from getting the most out of life is our desire for approval and fame. （阻碍我们从生活中获得最大收获的是我们对赞许和名声的渴望。）”可推断，作者对于人们对名声的追求持批判态度。故选A项。
32. C。主旨大意题。根据文中的“Let’s take a moment to consider the words of one of America’s most remarkable philosophers, Henry David Thoreau. （让我们花点时间来思考一下美国最杰出的哲学家之一亨利·大卫·梭罗的话。）”及全文内容可知，文章是对于梭罗的哲学进行的思考——人需要有意识地生活。他的哲学在当今社会仍然很有价值。故选C项。
【语篇导读】体裁：说明文；题材：方法与策略；主题：追求梦想，不要拖延。文章主要就如何及时追求自己的梦想提出了一些建议。
33. B。设空处下文“You don’t have to take a huge, life-changing step. You can take minute steps toward a brighter future. And start right now.”提到了不需要迈出巨大的、改变人生的一步，由此可知，设空处是在建议从小的事情开始。B项“从小事情开始是完全可以接受的。”符合语境。
34. C。设空处下文“If you never try, you’re going to be weighed down by your regrets.”说明如果从不尝试，就会被遗憾压垮。由此可知，本段的主旨是给自己一个改变生活的机会，即建议去追求自己的梦想。C项“只有你才能帮助你自己追求梦想。”符合语境。
35. G。设空处下文“Embrace a mindset of determination, knowing that success is within your reach.”提到要拥有坚定的心态，即要摆脱怀疑的心态。G项“尽管困难重重，但摆脱心中的疑虑是至关重要的。”符合语境，G项中的doubts与上文中的“their hesitations”相呼应。
36. F。根据上文“At the end of the day, you need to carve out a path for yourself that will lead to the most satisfaction. If you allow your fear to get the best of you, you’re never going to forgive yourself.”可知，你需要为自己开辟一条最满意的道路，如果你让恐惧占据了上风，你将永远不会原谅自己。作者建议要克服恐惧和不安全感，来发掘潜力。F项“你需要克服你的不安全感，发掘你的全部潜力。”符合语境，同时，也指明了下文中指代的具体内容。
37. E。设空处上文“Sometimes, following your passion means spending a lot of your time each day ... Try to strike a balance between your current life and your dreams.”提到了在追求心中的热忱时，你要尽量在现有的生活和未来的梦想之间取得平衡，设空处为本段最后一句，故应说明这么做的结果。E项“如果一切顺利，你可以逐渐作出进一步的改变。”符合语境。
38. B。作者频繁地听到别人问他。
39. D。从下文可知作者喜欢写诗。be cautious about对……很谨慎，be tired of厌倦，be serious about对……很认真。
40. A。作者回答文章开头的问题。
41. C。从上文可知，作者从事科学工作，作者回答说更像科学家并不是因为这必定是真的，而是因为其他原因，其他答案与语境不符。
42. C。此处措辞应与后面的honor属于同一个语义范畴，respect最合适。
43. B。从上文可知，作者之所以要偷偷地写诗，是因为担心他被认为对科学不像别人那么投入。
44. D。明明是偷偷地写诗，结果竟然有学生知道了，自然会感到震惊。freeze可以表示 （因害怕等） 停住不动，惊呆，吓呆。
45. C。考查熟词生义。blow the cover泄露消息，撕下伪装。
46. A。之前是偷偷地写诗，现在却要公开，自然内心会有挣扎。
47. C。go along继续，进展；let go放开；show up如约赶到，露面，出现。
48. D。从下文可知，此处作者是在聚会上与其他表演者聊天。
49. A。从上下文可知，作者了解到很多人有同样的顾虑。
50. B。同行可能会把他们对艺术的热爱解读为对科学缺乏热情。
51. D。从上下文可知，作者已能平静地接纳自己的两个身份。
52. B。从上文可知，从那以后，作者接受了全部的自己。
53. have developed 54. memorable 55. being advertised 56. with 57. variety 58. which 59. or
60. to receive 61. them 62. but
63. inseparable 64. Driven 65. will be rewarded 66. that 67. to break
第四部分
第一节
【参考范文】
Dear George,
I hope this email finds you well! I am more than excited to keep you informed that I have won the first prize in the English . poetry competition which has just ended in our school.
I still remember the days when you corrected my grammatical mistakes and instructed me how to create sound and sense with great patience. It is your professional knowledge and rigorous teaching attitude that benefit me a lot. Without your help, I would not have made such great progress.
Words fail to express my gratitude for your help and support. Your generous assistance has not only improved my writing skills, but-also stimulated my enthusiasm and confidence in English learning.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
【参考范文】
On the day of Sally’s birthday, she went to school and found her classroom in total darkness. A wave of confusion washed over her as she stepped hesitantly into the room, her heart pounding. She reached for the light switch, but before her hand could find it, a chorus of voices broke the silence. “Surprise!” her classmates, led by Jane, jumped out from all sorts of hiding places. As the room was flooded with light, Sally’s eyes widened in surprise and disbelief. The classroom was decorated with balloons and streamers, a beautiful cake sitting on the teacher’s desk, and in the corner, a pile of presents waiting to be unwrapped.
Tears sprang from Sally’s eyes and her face broke into a radiant smile. She turned towards Jane, who was grinning from ear to ear. “We knew you couldn’t have a party this year, so we decided to bring the party to you,” Jane said, her eyes twinkling with naughtiness. The confusion that fogged her brain was cleared as she realized that her friends hadn’t been distancing themselves from her, and they were planning this surprise all along. The sadness that had been looming over her disappeared, replaced with joy and gratitude. One thing Sally was sure of was that it was indeed the most fantastic birthday party she had had.
听力材料
(Text 1)
M: Have you finished packing
W: No, my suitcase broke so I need something new to put in my things. I’ll get one of those big sports bags as quality backpacks are expensive.
(Text 2)
M: I canceled my trip to New York.
W: Was it due to weather conditions
M: No, there was a family emergency. You know, sometimes things happen in an unexpected way.
(Text 3)
M: Have you sent the plant materials you collected yesterday to the laboratory
W: Not yet.
M: When do you plan to send them
W: I’ll get it done in the next half hour.
(Text 4)
W: Does your house seem empty now after your sister left for college
M: Not ’really. My grandmother’s moved into her room. It’s really nice having her there because she cooks supper for me if my mom and dad go out for the evening.
(Text 5)
W: Excuse me. I left my book on the bed when I checked out just now. Have you seen it
M: Oh, yes. The housekeeper saw it and gave it to the manager who put it with the other lost property. He keeps it all in the wooden chest behind his desk.
(Text 6)
W: So if you’re after a low-risk investment, I’d say go for this savings account. It’s an extremely reliable product.
M: What do you mean by reliable
W: Well, you earn a fixed 3% a year.
M: Can I close the account whenever I want
W: Yes, you can.
M: And can I check the account online
W: Of course. And it’s a very user-friendly site. If you have a moment, I can demonstrate to you how easy it is.
(Text 7)
W: Three people, sir
M: Yes.
W: But you only have two boarding passes here. Where’s the third one
M: Oh no! I used the online check-in service at home. I didn’t see there were only two.
W: And that blue suitcase, sir. That’s hold baggage. It’s too big to take on the plane. You need to check it in.
M: I’ll have to go back. Can my children go through security now
W: No, I’m sorry. They can’t. Just go back and explain the situation. Go to the priority check-in. It will be quicker.
M: OK, thanks.
(Text 8)
W: What do you do, Simon
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