云南省普洱市澜沧拉祜族自治县第一中学2024-2025学年高二上学期10月期中英语试题（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

2024-2025学年学年云南省普洱市澜沧拉祜族自治县第一中学高二上学期10月期中英语试题
注意事项:
1.答题前,考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的学校、班级、姓名、考场号、座位号、准考证号在答题卡上填写清楚。
2.每小题选出答案后,用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。在试题卷上作答无效。
3.考试结束后,请将答题卡交回。满分150分,考试用时120分钟。
第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What do we know about the man speaker
A. He used to live in Japan several years ago.
B. He can speak Japanese quite well.
C. He has difficulty speaking Japanese fluently.
2. What did the woman speaker invite Mr. Liu to do
A. Take up a seat. B. Have dinner. C. Stand up for chicken.
3. When doesn’t the man listen to music
A. During breaks. B. Before going to bed. C. Over meals.
4. What is the man’s advice
A. To buy her a special gift. B. To throw a party. C. To travel with her.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A The president of the U.S.
B. The president of Yale-Thomas Clap.
C. Yale’s popularity around the world.
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。
听下面一段对话, 回答第6和第7小题。
6. When did Tom get up this morning
A. Around 7:30 a. m. B. Around 7:00 a. m. C. Around 6:30 a. m.
7. How did Tom get to school today
A. By bus. B. By bike. C. By car.
听下面一段对话, 回答第8和第9小题。
8. Where did the woman know about the earthquake
A. From TV. B. From a newspaper. C. From a friend.
9. What damage did the earthquake cause
A.13 deaths.
B. About 700 injured people.
C. 20 destroyed houses.
听下面一段对话, 回答第10至第12小题。
10. Where is Charles’s mother from
A. Spain. B. Mexico. C. England.
11. Who has brown eyes in Charles’s family
A. His sister. B. His mother. C. His father.
12. How old is Charles
A. 16 years old. B. 18 years old. C. 20 years old.
听下面一段对话, 回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. Why doesn’t the man suggest buying a bike for Susan
A. She already has one.
B. She dislikes cycling.
C. She is too little to cycle.
14. What does the new book show
A. Children should do more physical activity.
B. Parents should take the lead in exercising.
C. Families should spend more time together.
15. What will the woman do to get the book
A. Visit a website. B. Go to a bookstore. C. Ask a friend for help.
16. What is the most probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Father and daughter. C. Husband and wife.
听下面一段独白, 回答第17至第20小题。
17 For what did Mr. Finch buy the old house
A. To live a peaceful life.
B To enjoy the sea scenery.
C. To stay with the villagers.
18. Why did Mr. Finch put a notice in the window
A. To get some money.
B. To drive the visitors away.
C. To make the house more attractive.
19. What did Mr. Finch think of his life in the old house
A. Terrible. B. Colorful. C. Lonely.
20. What can we learn about Mr. Finch
A. He became a tour guide.
B. He moved into a modern house.
C. He rebuilt his house and created a garden.
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
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Tour Highlights:
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Historic Lighthouse Tour: Explore the island’s history with a visit to the ancient lighthouse, offering a bird’s eye view of the coastline.
Accommodation: You can experience the comfort of our island resort, where every room offers a panoramic (全景的) view of the ocean. You can access to our resort’s swimming pool, fitness center, and spa services. Surround yourself with lush greenery and enjoy the peace of the tropical garden. Each stay is designed to provide a big dinner with a local specialty after a day of exploration.
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1. Where is Emerald Isle located
A. Near the Atlantic. B. In the heart of the Arctic.
C. In the centre of the Atlantic. D. In the middle of the Antarctica.
2. Which is the most exciting part of the tour
A. Swimming in any part of the ocean.
B. Enjoying a beach barbecue and listening to local music.
C. Venturing into the rainforest with some local experts.
D. Visiting the ancient lighthouse and walking along the coastline.
3. What can the adventurers do in the island resort
A. Receive a free diving lesson.
B. Choose any room they want.
C. Enjoy a big dinner before a day of exploration.
D. Swim and enjoy the peace of the tropical garden.
B
Florence Nightingale, often called “the Lady with the Lamp”, was a caring nurse and a leader. Although her parents were from England, Florence Nightingale was born in 1820 in Italy while they were traveling. Growing up in a wealthy family, Florence Nightingale was home-schooled by her father and expected to get married at a young age. However, Nightingale believed she received a “calling” from God to help the poor and the sick. Despite the initial disapproval, her father eventually allowed her to go to Germany and then Paris to study. By the time she was 33, Nightingale was already making a name for herself in the nursing community.
When the Crimean War began in 1854, the British, with the lack of medical supplies, overcrowding, and dirty conditions, were unprepared to deal with a large number of sick and injured soldiers. The Secretary of War, Sidney Herbert asked Nightingale to manage a group of nurses that would go to treat the wounded soldiers. When they got there, the doctors were unwelcoming because they did not want to work with female nurses.
However, as the number of patients increased, the doctors needed their help. The nurses brought supplies, nutritious food and cleanliness to the military hospital. Nightingale was known for carrying a lamp and checking on the soldiers at night, so they gave her the nickname “the Lady with the Lamp”. Within six months, Nightingale and her team transformed the hospital, and the death rate went down significantly because of their work.
When Nightingale returned from the war, she continued to improve the conditions of hospitals. She wrote 150 books, pamphlets (小册子), and reports on health-related issues. In her later years, often bedridden from illness, she continued to advocate for safe nursing practices until her death. Although Florence Nightingale died on August 13th, 1910, at the age of 90, her legacy continues.
4. What can be learned about Florence Nightingale from Paragraph 1
A. She got married at a young age.
B. She was born in a poor family.
C. She went to university in Italy in 1820 to study medicine.
D. She became famous in the nursing community when she was 33.
5. Why didn’t the doctors welcome the arrival of the nurse team at first
A. Because they didn’t need any nurses’ help.
B. Because they were unwilling to work with female nurses.
C. Because there were enough doctors for treating the wounded soldiers.
D. Because they didn’t believe the nurses could help the wounded soldiers.
6. Why did Nightingale get the nickname “the Lady with the Lamp”
A. She liked taking a lamp with her everywhere.
B. She often prepared food at night with a lamp.
C. She usually borrowed lamps from the military hospital.
D. She often carried a lamp at night when checking on soldiers.
7. Which words can best describe Nightingale
A. Helpful but stubborn. B. Devoted and selfless.
C. Patriotic and intelligent. D. Determined but careless.
C
Statistics show that most toddlers (刚学走路的小孩) learn how to say about 20 words by 18 months. Talking is easy. If you ask anyone, none will remember how they started doing it. It just comes naturally.
But what might not flow as smoothly as words, is body language. It’s a whole different deal when you’re using your hands, eyes or head instead of your tongue. And what makes it even more complicated is the fact that body language differs all around the world.
I find it shockingly amazing how just a small finger gesture could mean one thing in the East and the completely opposite in the West. For instance, in Japan, bowing is the most common greeting. It shows respect and Japanese pay a lot of attention to the details like the timing, posture and movement. A bow in Japan represents sincerity, respect and graciousness. While in New Zealand, the pressing of noses and foreheads is the traditional greeting for Maori people. They call it “hongi”, which is regarded as the breath of life.
For most of us, nodding our heads up and down often means agreement, but not for the Bulgarians or Greeks. In both cultures, nodding one’s head up and down actually means “no”. The American goodbye wave could actually be interpreted (领会) as a “no” in many parts of Europe and Latin America. And the Italian goodbye wave would be understood in America as a “come here” and the American “come here” gesture would actually be seen as an insult (侮辱) in most of Asia.
So before you travel to explore a different culture, make sure you’re aware of alternate meanings for body language. We live in a world with many different cultures, so don’t forget how differently one hand gesture can be interpreted!
8. What does paragraph two intend to tell us
A. It is natural to speak English at an early age.
B. It is very difficult to master the body language.
C. When to use your body is the most difficult to lean.
D. Your tongue can determine your language proficiency.
9. Which of the following is a way to show greetings
A. By pressing noses and foreheads. B. By nodding your head up and down.
C. By expressing sincerity to people. D. By taking a deep breath.
10. Why is an Asian angry with Americans’ “come here” gesture
A. Because he considers it as a farewell. B. Because he thinks highly of it.
C. Because he interprets it as “no”. D. Because he mistakes it as an insult.
11. What can replace the underlined word in the last paragraph
A. Difficult. B. Impossible. C. Different. D. Important.
D
By 6 a. m., the WeChat group for morning badminton enthusiasts is already alive with activity. Players swiftly form teams of six and register through group leader Xu to secure desired court time, a routine that has become an important part of Beijing’s badminton culture.
As the popularity of badminton continues to soar, court availability has become a major challenge. Xu, manager of Huabao Badminton Court in Beijing, revealed that reservations are fully booked until September. Individual players can only play between 6 a. m. and 8 a. m. and even then, they must share the court with five to seven other players. During the summer months, the courts are completely taken over by youth training programs, further fueling the demand for this sport.
This phenomenon is not isolated. In Shanghai’s Yuanshen Sports Center, which has five badminton courts, early morning slots (时间、空挡) are quickly filled even on weekdays. In Chengdu, the capital of Southwest China’s Sichuan Province, popular afternoon slots at some badminton venues (场馆) require booking 3-5 days in advance.
The immense popularity of badminton is no coincidence. A 2019 study published in The Lancet, which involved 1. 2 million people, found that racket sports and aerobic (有氧) exercises, including badminton, offer the greatest benefits for both physical and mental health, including a 47 percent reduction in overall mortality rates.
Luo Chaofan, a sports rehabilitation specialist from the Guangdong Provincial Health Commission, explained: “Compared with basketball, badminton is easier to pick up, and people of all ages can play. It also doesn’t involve as many rapid stops or large movements, making it less intense,” Luo said.
While badminton is suitable for all ages, experts also advise caution. “If you experience significant shoulder pain and swelling after playing, you should stop. Overuse of the shoulder can cause wear and tear on the muscle and humeral head. Moderate exercise is enough to strengthen the body and improve mood,” Luo warned.
12. What is the current situation of Huabao Badminton Court in Beijing
A. Single players can enter the court at any time.
B. Teenagers have no rights to get into the court.
C. People can’t make the reservations in advance.
D. Individual players may need to share the court with strangers.
13. Why does the author mention the badminton venues in Shanghai and Chengdu
A. To promote the badminton in society.
B. To contrast with the badminton court in Beijing.
C. To show that there are many badminton courts in China.
D. To show that badminton is now popular in different cities.
14. What can we know from the passage
A. The badminton is popular with people by chance.
B. Badminton is easy to learn and has few movements.
C. Playing badminton usually may increase the risk of death.
D. You can continue playing badminton if your shoulder feels uncomfortable.
15. What’s the best title of this passage
A. How to Join a Badminton Club
B. How to Improve Badminton Skills
C. Badminton Has Become a Popular Sport in China
D. What Should I Do If I Get Injured Playing Badminton
第二节(共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
根据短文内容, 从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
You Are Paying for So Many Subscriptions
How much do you spend on subscriptions every month Wrong, guess again! ____16____. Because whatever number you came up with wasn’t nearly big enough.
Think about everything that’s available through a monthly subscription these days. Your favorite streaming service. Also, three more streaming services. Cable TV. Music. Audio Books. Makeup. Your dinner. ____17____ , at which point you could use a subscription to help you meditate (思考).
But paying for the subscriptions you use is not the only reason your bill is probably much higher than you realize. ____18____. That, as it turns out, is one of the hidden forces behind the subscription economy: Americans spend billions of dollars on stuff they have forgotten about. A dirty little secret behind many of the world’s most popular subscription services is that they owe part of their success to our lack of attention.
____19____. Sometimes you forget to cancel because you unintentionally subscribe. Either way, you’re paying for something you don’t value, which feels like lighting money on fire. ____20____.
Now, review exactly how many subscriptions you receive, how much you’re spending on each one, and what they’re for. To get back on track, cancel all of them and rework your budget to make progress toward your financial goals.
A. Maybe, you can never get the right answer
B. Unfortunately, most of us are familiar with that feeling
C. You always subscribe what you don’t need unconsciously
D. Sometimes you intentionally subscribe and forget to cancel
E. It’s also because you’ re overpaying for the ones you don’t use
F. You’re overpaying for so many subscriptions that you don’t like
G. The number of subscriptions you have to manage is enough to make your head spin
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)
阅读下而短文, 从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中, 选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Tired of the busy and chaotic life in Las Vegas, Nevada for nearly ten years, my family and I decided to slow things down. We wanted to lead an environmental-friendly life.
None of us felt that this could be ____21____ where we were living and we all agreed that a(n) ____22____ to the country would be great for everyone.
Before long we ____23____ looking for a home in Yucca, Arizona, a very small town of less than 1,000 people. When I called to inquire about the property, I was ____24____ that there was no electricity ____25____ in the area. What No electricity I almost denied the idea ____26____ . But what better way is there to go green After giving it a second ____27____ , we decided to put in an offer and moved in on Thanksgiving Day.
When we first moved to the property, we did some remodeling (改造) and stayed in our motor home. We were confronted with real ____28____ at the time. But the frustrations just made us work harder. We slowly got things ____29____ and moved into the house after 38 days.
While it takes us four months to adjust to live here, there are many _____30_____ to living off the grid (电线). I think one of the most _____31_____ lessons is teaching my kids the importance of _____32_____ . They used to take water, power and gas for granted. We started taking quicker showers, doing only full loads of laundry, turning off the water while _____33_____ our teeth. In addition, we are also trying to make other changes which include _____34_____ the amount of trash we generate by recycling, growing our own organic vegetables and re-purposing things that we would _____35_____ throw.
21. A. remembered B. described C. accomplished D. pointed
22. A. move B. wish C. intention D. adventure
23. A. set up B. set about C. brought down D. took down
24. A. cured B. robbed C. reminded D. informed
25. A. unavoidable B. accidental C. available D. unpredictable
26. A. immediately B. eventually C. truly D. probably
27. A. impression B. thought C. show D. stage
28. A. challenges B. coincidences C. discoveries D. memories
29. A. grabbed B. corrected C. fixed D. realized
30. A. explanations B. benefits C. suggestions D. warnings
31. A. similar B. educational C. common D. fortunate
32. A. quarrel B. conversation C. conservation D. discussion
33. A. celebrating B. communicating C. arguing D. brushing
34. A. reducing B. comforting C. instructing D. supporting
35. A. strangely B. importantly C. interestingly D. normally
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。
As museums across China are ____36____ (continuous) setting new records for visitor numbers, the Grand Canal Museum of Beijing received over 33,000 visits a day recently.
Since the ____37____ (begin) of summer vacation, museums and cultural institutions across China have been busy with activities. This “museum craze” not only shows the profound heritage and Chinese culture ____38____ also reflects the growing confidence and recognition of cultural heritage among young Chinese people.
Reacting ____39____ the surge in museum visits, popular museums ____40____ (encourage) to extend opening hours, organize virtual exhibitions, education ____41____ (course) and live streams, and offer mobile exhibits to better meet public demand, according to a circular for enhancing museum services released by the National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) in early July.
____42____ the improvement of facilities and services at cultural institutions, more and more young people are choosing to visit museums and participate in cultural activities during the holidays, ____43____ (lead) to a stronger sense of identity and cultural confidence in traditional culture.
The “museum boom”, ____44____ is a significant phenomenon in the current cultural landscape, is not only a highlight of the current consumer market but also _____45_____ example of the bridge between cultural preservation and tourism development. As technology and culture continue to integrate and innovate, this path of mutual benefit will widen, contributing even more to the preservation and development of China’s traditional culture.
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你校校刊英文版正在向全校学生征集以“我最敬佩的中国伟人”为主题的稿件。请你写一篇文章投稿，内容要点如下：
1. 你最敬佩的伟人以及他（她）的经历和成就；
2. 他(她)值得你敬佩的原因。
注意：
1. 写作词数80词左右，题目自拟；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯，请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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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。
Peter, 60, loved his job as a bus driver. He had been one almost all his life, loving the company of the little children who rode his bus daily. It made him feel younger and more energetic. His record was clean, without one accident or mishap (小事故) during his tenure (任期), which made him a trustworthy driver.
However Mr. Clark, Peter’s boss, was concerned and thought that it was time for him to retire. “You don’t have a choice here, Peter,” he said seriously. “We don’t want to invite any risk to the children who take your bus every day. We need a replacement at this stage.”
“But I have a perfect record,” argued Peter. “You know, for an elderly man like me, my job is the only thing that keeps me alive. I want to keep my job.”
“Would you take responsibility if something bad happened to those children ” Mr. Clark said.
Peter thought it over and very unwillingly, he gave in to Mr. Clark’s request. Peter decided to retire a week later.
His retirement day approached pretty soon. The day before his last day, Peter was dropping off the kids at his first stop when he looked out of the window and saw a lady on the road who had fainted (昏厥). He asked the kids not to leave the bus and got down to help the woman.
注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Just when he finished, he heard children screaming behind him, “Fire! Fire! Help!”
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Thankfully, the firefighters arrived soon and helped Peter save all children.
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答案版
注意事项:
1.答题前,考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的学校、班级、姓名、考场号、座位号、准考证号在答题卡上填写清楚。
2.每小题选出答案后,用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。在试题卷上作答无效。
3.考试结束后,请将答题卡交回。满分150分,考试用时120分钟。
第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What do we know about the man speaker
A. He used to live in Japan several years ago.
B. He can speak Japanese quite well.
C. He has difficulty speaking Japanese fluently.
2. What did the woman speaker invite Mr. Liu to do
A. Take up a seat. B. Have dinner. C. Stand up for chicken.
3. When doesn’t the man listen to music
A. During breaks. B. Before going to bed. C. Over meals.
4. What is the man’s advice
A. To buy her a special gift. B. To throw a party. C. To travel with her.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. The president of the U.S.
B. The president of Yale-Thomas Clap.
C. Yale’s popularity around the world.
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。
听下面一段对话, 回答第6和第7小题。
6. When did Tom get up this morning
A. Around 7:30 a. m. B. Around 7:00 a. m. C. Around 6:30 a. m.
7. How did Tom get to school today
A. By bus. B. By bike. C. By car.
听下面一段对话, 回答第8和第9小题。
8. Where did the woman know about the earthquake
A. From TV. B. From a newspaper. C. From a friend.
9. What damage did the earthquake cause
A.13 deaths.
B. About 700 injured people.
C. 20 destroyed houses.
听下面一段对话, 回答第10至第12小题。
10. Where is Charles’s mother from
A. Spain. B. Mexico. C. England.
11. Who has brown eyes in Charles’s family
A. His sister. B. His mother. C. His father.
12. How old is Charles
A. 16 years old. B. 18 years old. C. 20 years old.
听下面一段对话, 回答第13至第16四个小题。
13. Why doesn’t the man suggest buying a bike for Susan
A. She already has one.
B. She dislikes cycling.
C. She is too little to cycle.
14. What does the new book show
A. Children should do more physical activity.
B. Parents should take the lead in exercising.
C. Families should spend more time together.
15. What will the woman do to get the book
A. Visit a website. B. Go to a bookstore. C. Ask a friend for help.
16. What is the most probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Father and daughter. C. Husband and wife.
听下面一段独白, 回答第17至第20小题。
17. For what did Mr. Finch buy the old house
A. To live a peaceful life.
B. To enjoy the sea scenery.
C. To stay with the villagers.
18. Why did Mr. Finch put a notice in the window
A. To get some money.
B. To drive the visitors away.
C. To make the house more attractive.
19. What did Mr. Finch think of his life in the old house
A. Terrible. B. Colorful. C. Lonely.
20. What can we learn about Mr. Finch
A. He became a tour guide.
B. He moved into a modern house.
C. He rebuilt his house and created a garden.
听力答案：1-5 CBCAB 6-10 CCABB 11-15 CAABA 16-20 CABAB
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
Unveil the Secrets of Emerald Isle
Are you an adventure enthusiast Are you ready to embark on a journey that promises to be the highlight of your year Join us for an unforgettable expedition to the breathtaking Emerald Isle.
Emerald Isle Overview: Nestled in the heart of the Atlantic, Emerald Isle is a pristine paradise untouched by the hustle of modern life. With its lush rainforest, crystal-clear coral reefs, and golden sandy beaches, it’s a heaven for those who love the great outdoors.
Tour Highlights:
Rainforest Hiking: Venture into the rainforest with our expert guides to discover rare flora and fauna.
Coral Reef Snorkeling: Dive into the azure waters and swim alongside colorful tropical fish and colorful corals.
Beach Bonfire Evening: Under the starlit sky, savor (品尝) a beach barbecue and listen to local music for a true island night experience.
Historic Lighthouse Tour: Explore the island’s history with a visit to the ancient lighthouse offering a bird’s eye view of the coastline.
Accommodation: You can experience the comfort of our island resort, where every room offers a panoramic (全景的) view of the ocean. You can access to our resort’s swimming pool, fitness center, and spa services. Surround yourself with lush greenery and enjoy the peace of the tropical garden. Each stay is designed to provide a big dinner with a local specialty after a day of exploration.
Booking Information;
Visit our official website at www. or call our hotline at 1-800-WANDERS to reserve your adventure. The first 100 bookers will receive a free diving lesson. Act fast to secure your spot!
Don’t miss out. Book now and let the adventure to Emerald Isle begin!
1. Where is Emerald Isle located
A. Near the Atlantic. B. In the heart of the Arctic.
C. In the centre of the Atlantic. D. In the middle of the Antarctica.
2. Which is the most exciting part of the tour
A. Swimming in any part of the ocean.
B. Enjoying a beach barbecue and listening to local music.
C. Venturing into the rainforest with some local experts.
D. Visiting the ancient lighthouse and walking along the coastline.
3. What can the adventurers do in the island resort
A. Receive a free diving lesson.
B. Choose any room they want.
C. Enjoy a big dinner before a day of exploration.
D Swim and enjoy the peace of the tropical garden.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. D
B
Florence Nightingale, often called “the Lady with the Lamp”, was a caring nurse and a leader. Although her parents were from England, Florence Nightingale was born in 1820 in Italy while they were traveling. Growing up in a wealthy family, Florence Nightingale was home-schooled by her father and expected to get married at a young age. However, Nightingale believed she received a “calling” from God to help the poor and the sick. Despite the initial disapproval, her father eventually allowed her to go to Germany and then Paris to study. By the time she was 33, Nightingale was already making a name for herself in the nursing community.
When the Crimean War began in 1854, the British, with the lack of medical supplies, overcrowding, and dirty conditions, were unprepared to deal with a large number of sick and injured soldiers. The Secretary of War, Sidney Herbert asked Nightingale to manage a group of nurses that would go to treat the wounded soldiers. When they got there, the doctors were unwelcoming because they did not want to work with female nurses.
However, as the number of patients increased, the doctors needed their help. The nurses brought supplies, nutritious food and cleanliness to the military hospital. Nightingale was known for carrying a lamp and checking on the soldiers at night, so they gave her the nickname “the Lady with the Lamp”. Within six months, Nightingale and her team transformed the hospital, and the death rate went down significantly because of their work.
When Nightingale returned from the war, she continued to improve the conditions of hospitals. She wrote 150 books, pamphlets (小册子), and reports on health-related issues. In her later years, often bedridden from illness, she continued to advocate for safe nursing practices until her death. Although Florence Nightingale died on August 13th, 1910, at the age of 90, her legacy continues.
4. What can be learned about Florence Nightingale from Paragraph 1
A. She got married at a young age.
B. She was born in a poor family.
C. She went to university in Italy in 1820 to study medicine.
D. She became famous in the nursing community when she was 33.
5. Why didn’t the doctors welcome the arrival of the nurse team at first
A. Because they didn’t need any nurses’ help.
B Because they were unwilling to work with female nurses.
C. Because there were enough doctors for treating the wounded soldiers.
D. Because they didn’t believe the nurses could help the wounded soldiers.
6. Why did Nightingale get the nickname “the Lady with the Lamp”
A. She liked taking a lamp with her everywhere.
B. She often prepared food at night with a lamp.
C. She usually borrowed lamps from the military hospital.
D. She often carried a lamp at night when checking on soldiers.
7. Which words can best describe Nightingale
A. Helpful but stubborn. B. Devoted and selfless.
C. Patriotic and intelligent. D. Determined but careless.
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. D 7. B
C
Statistics show that most toddlers (刚学走路的小孩) learn how to say about 20 words by 18 months. Talking is easy. If you ask anyone, none will remember how they started doing it. It just comes naturally.
But what might not flow as smoothly as words, is body language. It’s a whole different deal when you’re using your hands, eyes or head instead of your tongue. And what makes it even more complicated is the fact that body language differs all around the world.
I find it shockingly amazing how just a small finger gesture could mean one thing in the East and the completely opposite in the West. For instance, in Japan, bowing is the most common greeting. It shows respect and Japanese pay a lot of attention to the details like the timing, posture and movement. A bow in Japan represents sincerity, respect and graciousness. While in New Zealand, the pressing of noses and foreheads is the traditional greeting for Maori people. They call it “hongi”, which is regarded as the breath of life.
For most of us, nodding our heads up and down often means agreement, but not for the Bulgarians or Greeks. In both cultures, nodding one’s head up and down actually means “no”. The American goodbye wave could actually be interpreted (领会) as a “no” in many parts of Europe and Latin America. And the Italian goodbye wave would be understood in America as a “come here” and the American “come here” gesture would actually be seen as an insult (侮辱) in most of Asia.
So before you travel to explore a different culture, make sure you’re aware of alternate meanings for body language. We live in a world with many different cultures, so don’t forget how differently one hand gesture can be interpreted!
8. What does paragraph two intend to tell us
A. It is natural to speak English at an early age.
B. It is very difficult to master the body language.
C. When to use your body is the most difficult to lean.
D. Your tongue can determine your language proficiency.
9. Which of the following is a way to show greetings
A. By pressing noses and foreheads. B. By nodding your head up and down.
C. By expressing sincerity to people. D. By taking a deep breath.
10. Why is an Asian angry with Americans’ “come here” gesture
A. Because he considers it as a farewell. B. Because he thinks highly of it.
C. Because he interprets it as “no”. D. Because he mistakes it as an insult.
11. What can replace the underlined word in the last paragraph
A. Difficult. B. Impossible. C. Different. D. Important.
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. D 11. C
D
By 6 a. m., the WeChat group for morning badminton enthusiasts is already alive with activity. Players swiftly form teams of six and register through group leader Xu to secure desired court time, a routine that has become an important part of Beijing’s badminton culture.
As the popularity of badminton continues to soar, court availability has become a major challenge. Xu, manager of Huabao Badminton Court in Beijing, revealed that reservations are fully booked until September. Individual players can only play between 6 a. m. and 8 a. m. and even then, they must share the court with five to seven other players. During the summer months, the courts are completely taken over by youth training programs, further fueling the demand for this sport.
This phenomenon is not isolated. In Shanghai’s Yuanshen Sports Center, which has five badminton courts, early morning slots (时间、空挡) are quickly filled even on weekdays. In Chengdu, the capital of Southwest China’s Sichuan Province, popular afternoon slots at some badminton venues (场馆) require booking 3-5 days in advance.
The immense popularity of badminton is no coincidence. A 2019 study published in The Lancet, which involved 1. 2 million people, found that racket sports and aerobic (有氧) exercises, including badminton, offer the greatest benefits for both physical and mental health, including a 47 percent reduction in overall mortality rates.
Luo Chaofan, a sports rehabilitation specialist from the Guangdong Provincial Health Commission, explained: “Compared with basketball, badminton is easier to pick up, and people of all ages can play. It also doesn’t involve as many rapid stops or large movements, making it less intense,” Luo said.
While badminton is suitable for all ages, experts also advise caution. “If you experience significant shoulder pain and swelling after playing, you should stop. Overuse of the shoulder can cause wear and tear on the muscle and humeral head. Moderate exercise is enough to strengthen the body and improve mood,” Luo warned.
12. What is the current situation of Huabao Badminton Court in Beijing
A. Single players can enter the court at any time.
B. Teenagers have no rights to get into the court.
C. People can’t make the reservations in advance.
D. Individual players may need to share the court with strangers.
13. Why does the author mention the badminton venues in Shanghai and Chengdu
A. To promote the badminton in society.
B. To contrast with the badminton court in Beijing.
C. To show that there are many badminton courts in China.
D. To show that badminton is now popular in different cities.
14. What can we know from the passage
A. The badminton is popular with people by chance.
B. Badminton is easy to learn and has few movements.
C. Playing badminton usually may increase the risk of death.
D. You can continue playing badminton if your shoulder feels uncomfortable.
15. What’s the best title of this passage
A. How to Join a Badminton Club
B. How to Improve Badminton Skills
C. Badminton Has Become a Popular Sport in China
D. What Should I Do If I Get Injured Playing Badminton
【答案】12. D 13. D 14. B 15. C
第二节(共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
根据短文内容, 从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
You Are Paying for So Many Subscriptions
How much do you spend on subscriptions every month Wrong, guess again! ____16____. Because whatever number you came up with wasn’t nearly big enough.
Think about everything that’s available through a monthly subscription these days. Your favorite streaming service. Also, three more streaming services. Cable TV. Music. Audio Books. Makeup. Your dinner. ____17____ , at which point you could use a subscription to help you meditate (思考).
But paying for the subscriptions you use is not the only reason your bill is probably much higher than you realize. ____18____. That, as it turns out, is one of the hidden forces behind the subscription economy: Americans spend billions of dollars on stuff they have forgotten about. A dirty little secret behind many of the world’s most popular subscription services is that they owe part of their success to our lack of attention.
____19____. Sometimes you forget to cancel because you unintentionally subscribe. Either way, you’re paying for something you don’t value, which feels like lighting money on fire. ____20____.
Now, review exactly how many subscriptions you receive, how much you’re spending on each one, and what they’re for. To get back on track, cancel all of them and rework your budget to make progress toward your financial goals.
A. Maybe, you can never get the right answer
B. Unfortunately, most of us are familiar with that feeling
C. You always subscribe what you don’t need unconsciously
D. Sometimes you intentionally subscribe and forget to cancel
E. It’s also because you’ re overpaying for the ones you don’t use
F. You’re overpaying for so many subscriptions that you don’t like
G. The number of subscriptions you have to manage is enough to make your head spin
【答案】16. A 17. G 18. E 19. D 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)
阅读下而短文, 从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中, 选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Tired of the busy and chaotic life in Las Vegas, Nevada for nearly ten years, my family and I decided to slow things down. We wanted to lead an environmental-friendly life.
None of us felt that this could be ____21____ where we were living and we all agreed that a(n) ____22____ to the country would be great for everyone.
Before long we ____23____ looking for a home in Yucca, Arizona, a very small town of less than 1,000 people. When I called to inquire about the property, I was ____24____ that there was no electricity ____25____ in the area. What No electricity I almost denied the idea ____26____ . But what better way is there to go green After giving it a second ____27____ , we decided to put in an offer and moved in on Thanksgiving Day.
When we first moved to the property, we did some remodeling (改造) and stayed in our motor home. We were confronted with real ____28____ at the time. But the frustrations just made us work harder. We slowly got things ____29____ and moved into the house after 38 days.
While it takes us four months to adjust to live here, there are many _____30_____ to living off the grid (电线). I think one of the most _____31_____ lessons is teaching my kids the importance of _____32_____ . They used to take water, power and gas for granted. We started taking quicker showers, doing only full loads of laundry, turning off the water while _____33_____ our teeth. In addition, we are also trying to make other changes which include _____34_____ the amount of trash we generate by recycling, growing our own organic vegetables and re-purposing things that we would _____35_____ throw.
21. A. remembered B. described C. accomplished D. pointed
22. A. move B. wish C. intention D. adventure
23. A. set up B. set about C. brought down D. took down
24. A. cured B. robbed C. reminded D. informed
25. A. unavoidable B. accidental C. available D. unpredictable
26. A. immediately B. eventually C. truly D. probably
27. A. impression B. thought C. show D. stage
28. A. challenges B. coincidences C. discoveries D. memories
29. A. grabbed B. corrected C. fixed D. realized
30. A. explanations B. benefits C. suggestions D. warnings
31. A. similar B. educational C. common D. fortunate
32. A. quarrel B. conversation C. conservation D. discussion
33. A. celebrating B. communicating C. arguing D. brushing
34. A. reducing B. comforting C. instructing D. supporting
35. A. strangely B. importantly C. interestingly D. normally
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. B 24. D 25. C 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. B 31. B 32. C 33. D 34. A 35. D
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。
As museums across China are ____36____ (continuous) setting new records for visitor numbers, the Grand Canal Museum of Beijing received over 33,000 visits a day recently.
Since the ____37____ (begin) of summer vacation, museums and cultural institutions across China have been busy with activities. This “museum craze” not only shows the profound heritage and Chinese culture ____38____ also reflects the growing confidence and recognition of cultural heritage among young Chinese people.
Reacting ____39____ the surge in museum visits, popular museums ____40____ (encourage) to extend opening hours, organize virtual exhibitions, education ____41____ (course) and live streams, and offer mobile exhibits to better meet public demand, according to a circular for enhancing museum services released by the National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) in early July.
____42____ the improvement of facilities and services at cultural institutions, more and more young people are choosing to visit museums and participate in cultural activities during the holidays, ____43____ (lead) to a stronger sense of identity and cultural confidence in traditional culture.
The “museum boom”, ____44____ is a significant phenomenon in the current cultural landscape, is not only a highlight of the current consumer market but also _____45_____ example of the bridge between cultural preservation and tourism development. As technology and culture continue to integrate and innovate, this path of mutual benefit will widen, contributing even more to the preservation and development of China’s traditional culture.
【答案】36. continuously
37. beginning
38. but 39. to
40. are encouraged
41. courses
42. With 43. leading
44. which 45. an
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你校校刊英文版正在向全校学生征集以“我最敬佩的中国伟人”为主题的稿件。请你写一篇文章投稿，内容要点如下：
1. 你最敬佩的伟人以及他（她）的经历和成就；
2. 他(她)值得你敬佩的原因。
注意：
1. 写作词数80词左右，题目自拟；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯，请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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【答案】The Scientist I Admire Most
There are many scientists renowned at home and abroad who have made outstanding contributions to the world in various fields, among whom Yuan Longping is the one I admire most.
Known as “Father of Hybrid Rice”, Yuan Longping enjoyed great popularity throughout the world. He devoted all his life to the research on high yield and superior quality rice. It is his hard work that has made “the dream of enjoying the cool under the rice” a reality.
Yuan Longping, with pursuit and belief, wrote magnificent chapters. His achievements and spirit are worth learning.
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。
Peter, 60, loved his job as a bus driver. He had been one almost all his life, loving the company of the little children who rode his bus daily. It made him feel younger and more energetic. His record was clean, without one accident or mishap (小事故) during his tenure (任期), which made him a trustworthy driver.
However, Mr. Clark, Peter’s boss, was concerned and thought that it was time for him to retire. “You don’t have a choice here, Peter,” he said seriously. “We don’t want to invite any risk to the children who take your bus every day. We need a replacement at this stage.”
“But I have a perfect record,” argued Peter. “You know, for an elderly man like me, my job is the only thing that keeps me alive. I want to keep my job.”
“Would you take responsibility if something bad happened to those children ” Mr. Clark said.
Peter thought it over, and very unwillingly, he gave in to Mr. Clark’s request. Peter decided to retire a week later.
His retirement day approached pretty soon. The day before his last day, Peter was dropping off the kids at his first stop when he looked out of the window and saw a lady on the road who had fainted (昏厥). He asked the kids not to leave the bus and got down to help the woman.
注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Just when he finished, he heard children screaming behind him, “Fire! Fire! Help!”
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Thankfully, the firefighters arrived soon and helped Peter save all children.
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【答案】Just when he finished, he heard children screaming behind him, “Fire! Fire! Help!” After seeing children looking out of the window and screaming, he was in a cold sweat from extreme horror and nearly fell apart. But as soon as he realized it was his responsibility to save children, a sense of calmness immediately replaced the mounting fear and anxiety in his mind. Peter took out his phone right away and dialed 911. Then without hesitation, he rushed to the flaming bus at the risk of his life, trying to take the children out of the bus.
Thankfully, the firefighters arrived soon and helped Peter save all children. Thank goodness, the fire was put out in time and no one was hurt. When children’s parents and Mr. Clark hurriedly came to the scene and saw children were safe and sound, they were all relieved. They showed their gratitude to Peter. But Peter said it was his responsibility. Mr. Clark clapped for Peter and said, “You are a hero, Peter! You are the best driver. We hope you can keep the job!” Hearing that, Peter was wild with joy, a wave of happiness flooding over him.