陕西省西安市2024-2025学年高二上学期期中英语试题(无答案)
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2024-2025学年第一学期期中考试
2026届高二英语试题
（考试时间120分钟，满分150分）
第一部分 听力（共两节, 满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What are the speakers talking about
A. A close relative. B. A kind of food. C. A new restaurant.
2. How will the speakers go to the Sports Complex
A. By taxi. B. By bus. C. By subway.
3. What will the weather be like today
A. Windy. B. Sunny. C. Rainy.
4. In which city did the woman and John stay the longest
A. Vienna. B. Rome. C. Paris.
5. What can we learn about the man
A. He used to be a lawyer.
B. He Is being interviewed now.
C. He got the news from his aunt.
第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出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. When will the speakers have their picnic
A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday.
7. Who will go to the market
A. Johnny’s mother. B. Lucy’s parents. C. Johnny and Lucy.
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. In n bookstore. B. In a restaurant. C. In b supermarket.
9. What does the man have to do now
A. Wait for his turn. B. Sign his name. C. Call his friend.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What’s the relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Brother and sister. C. Customer and shop assistant.
11. What do we know about the man
A. He is very poor. B. He hates shopping. C. He often comes to the store.
12. Which dress does the woman like
A. The red one. B. The blue one. C. The white one.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What does the man think of visiting art galleries
A. Worthwhile. B. Costly. C. Disappointing.
14. Where did the woman go recently
A. To Seoul. B. To Washington. C. To Paris.
15. How old is the woman
A. 22 years old. B. 26 years old. C. 28 years old.
16. Which art gallery does the man want to visit again
A. Musee d’Orsay in Paris.
B. Centre Pompidou in Paris.
C. The National Gallery of Art in Washington.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Who is Perelman
A. A researcher. B. A doctor. C. A reporter.
18. With whom do babies feel the most comfortable
A. Strange adults. B. Babysitters. C. Other babies.
19. How may babies react to unfamiliar babies
A. They may start to cry. B. They may touch each other. C. They may show much fear.
20. What may the study lead to
A. Much more parenting time with babies.
B. An increase in family-based day care centers.
C. A greater demand for experienced babysitters.
第二部分 阅读理解（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, 从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中选出及选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Take one step closer to the lights on Broadway—build essential theater skills and start carving out your own creative professional path.
Immersing themselves in the amazing, unparalleled New York theater scene, students will explore and analyze the craft, including creating an original piece and meeting professionals in the field. Throughout the term, students will use both classroom work and site visits around the downtown to examine and complete the creative process of taking an initial idea to production, gaining technical expertise (专业知识) and fluency in theater.
Students will also explore different areas of professional skill development, including playwriting structure and techniques, acting methods that help bring a play to life, scene structure. The course is open to all students—from those who are curious about the field but have no prior experience to those who already have one (or more!) plays, waiting to be developed.
Course Highlights
● Complete a hands-on experience in playwriting, acting and production, learning about the real processes the industry uses to create theater productions.
● Brainstorm, develop a concept, write and workshop a draft of a short play or scene, and bring it to stage with input and feedback from instructors and peers.
● Get a close-up view of the often-opaque (不透明的) business of theater, focusing on impacts to the profession brought about by social movements and current events.
Tuition*
● Residential Program (Students live in dorm-like facilities in the center of the city): $6,845
● Day Program (Students commute to class every day and do not receive accommodation and board): $5,560
(We encourage graduating seniors to apply before June 21, 2024 for a $425 discount on tuition.)
Term Date: July 21—Aug 2, 2024
Application Deadline: Friday, July 12, 2024
Contact Admission: info@
21. Which is the probably name of the course
A. Broadway Dreams: Essential Skills for Professional Path
B. Theater Industry: Gaining Insights into the Complex System
C. Backstage Exploration: Behind the Scene of Drama Creation
D. From Page to Stage: Playwriting, Performance and Production
22. What will students do in the course
A. Interact with Broadway actors. B. Polish original drafts for stage.
C. Seek inspiration in the suburbs. D. Write a review on their drama.
23. How much should a graduating senior applying for a Day Program on June 20, 2024 pay
A. $5,135. B. $5,560. C. $6,420. D. $6,845.
B
The familiar sound of rustling and clanking fills the house—it’s the sound of my mother preparing breakfast. My morning alarm.
As I drag my body toward the kitchen, I’m greeted by my mother standing in front of the stove. She effortlessly cooks a dish that blends Western and Eastern styles, a beloved breakfast classic in our family. This is my grandmother’s recipe, which mirrored her upbringing.
Since my grandmother’s passing. I’ve become more aware of my mother’s aging and her dedication (奉献) to cooking for us. She has cooked for her family for more than 30 years, dividing her time between three countries—Korea. Canada and Germany. When my parents visit us from Korea, they stay with us for several months. My mother helps around the house, showing her cooking skills to provide delicious meals for me, my partner and our kids. In alternating years, she and my dad will travel to Berlin to spend a couple of weeks with my sister and her partner.
According to Statista, most Canadians claim to spend between 31 and 60 minutes preparing an average weekday dinner for themselves and others in their household. 10 percent of the respondents to the 2022 survey stated that they spend more than an hour preparing their evening meal. My mother belongs to that 10 percent. And her daily cooking begins much earlier at the grocery store where she examines produce and finds the best deals. She takes everyone’s preferences and needs into account. The meal she creates becomes a ritual (仪式), bringing the family together to connect and share.
In an era where convenience is king, with microwave dinners and meal kits flourishing (繁荣) in kitchens. the tough process of creating a homemade meal from scratch might seem highly inefficient However, my 68-year-old mother embraces it with such dignity.
“Nope, that’s not how you cut your carrots.”
“Lower the heat, or you’ll burn the butter.”
“No, you shouldn’t use that bowl for this meal.”
Helping her out in the kitchen is not easy. Yet, I know it’s her way of expressing love—that extra ingredient that goes into our every meal.
24. What do we know about the author’s mother from the text
A. She has three daughters.
B. She has great cooking skills.
C. She lives with the author in Korea
D. She invented the author’s favourite breakfast.
25. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning statistics about meal preparation time
A. To show her mother’s devotion to family.
B. To prove her mother’s enthusiasm for cooking.
C. To ask the readers to follow her mother’s example.
D. To remind people to spend more time on home cooking.
26. Why does the author say helping her mother in the kitchen is not easy
A. Because her mother is easily annoyed.
B. Because her mother dislikes being disturbed.
C. Because her mother is demanding in cooking
D. Because her mother wants to teach her everything.
27. Which would be the best title for the text
A. Mother’s love needs to be returned
B. Mother’s recipe is the best in the world
C. Mother’s selflessness inspires my family
D. Mother’s kitchen draws us closer together
C
You’ve most likely heard the news by now: A car-commuting, desk-bound, TV-watching lifestyle can be harmful to our health. All the time that we spend rooted in the chair is linked to increased risks of so many deadly diseases that experts have named this modem-day health epidemic the “sitting disease”
Sitting for too long slows down the body’s metabolism (新陈代谢) and the way enzymes break down our fat reserves, raising both blood sugar levels and blood pressure. Small amounts of regular activity, even just standing and moving around, throughout the day is enough to bring the increased levels back down. And those small amounts of activity add up—30 minutes of light activity in two or three-minute bursts can be just as effective as a half-hour block of exercise. But without that activity, blood sugar levels and blood pressure keep creeping up, steadily damaging the inside of the arteries (动脉) and increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and other serious diseases. In essence, fundamental changes in biology occur if you sit for too long.
But wait, you’re a runner. You needn’t worry about the harm of a sedentary lifestyle because you exercise regularly, right Well, not so fast. Recent studies show that people spend an average of 64 hours a week sitting. whether or not they exercise 150 minutes a week as recommended by World Health Organization (WHO). Regular exercisers, furthermore, are found to be about 30 percent less active on days when they exercise. Overall, most people simply aren’t exercising or moving around enough to balance out all the harm that can result from sitting nine hours or more a day.
Scared straight out of your chair Good. The remedy is as simple as standing up and taking activity breaks.
28. Which is the best way to bring down high blood sugar level and blood pressure
A. Doing exercise for 150 minutes or more every week.
B. Getting rid of the habit of car commuting and TV watching.
C. Standing or moving around for at least two minutes every day.
D. Interrupting sitting time with light activity as often as possible.
29. What does the underlined word “sedentary” in the third paragraph most likely mean
A. Inactive. B. Risky. C. Overloaded. D. Unbalanced.
30. Which of the following may be inferred about those who do serious exercise
A. They always meet the exercise standard recommended by WHO.
B. They tend to stand or move less on the days when they work out.
C. They usually remove all the harmful effects of sitting for too long.
D. They generally spend less time sitting than those who do not exercise.
31. What is the passage mainly about
A. The challenges of the modem lifestyle.
B. The effect of regular activity on our body.
C. The reasons for the spread of a modern epidemic.
D. The threat to our health from long hours of sitting.
D
When we talk about the "Triangle of Life", we are talking about the controversial theory of earthquake survival proposed by Doug Copp, founder of American Rescue Team International. Doug Copp’s methods reject the usual “Drop, Cover Cling” approach and focus on hiding next to heavy objects. The theory holds that when a building collapses, empty spaces beside larger objects can act as structural supports. According to Doug’s website, this is supported by more than 150 studies and lots of pictures.
Most of Mr Copp’s theories seem to be based on what he has witnessed during earthquakes around the world. In many countries, building regulations are less strict and buildings are often older or made of different materials. These differences can lead to what is called a “pancake collapse” in an earthquake, which means a building suffers a total structural failure. This is a Hollywood-style, nothing-lent-standing collapse. Studies have shown that the “Triangle of Life Theory” is valid in situations where a total collapse is likely to happen.
But during an earthquake, most injuries and deaths are caused by falling objects, not collapsing structures. Victims are more likely to be crushed by a filing cabinet (文件柜) than trapped in broken stones or bricks, especially in countries where building regulations and materials are tough. Because of this, many people are doubtful about any preparedness advice that teaches people to move towards heavy and potentially unstable objects.
In addition to his personal observations, Doug Copp supports his theories with studies he has conducted. The most famous of these used earth-moving technologies to knock out the support structures in model schools and homes. Mannequins (人体模型) were placed in the building in various positions and, according to Copp, they showed a 100% survival rate for “Triangle of Life” users and only deaths for “Duck and Cover” users. However, according to critics, these were rescue drills rather than experiments. The lateral (横向的) movement of an earthquake was left out, encouraging a pancake collapse instead of damage more likely to occur in developed countries.
32. What does Doug Copp’s “Triangle of Life Theory” mainly focus on during an earthquake
A. Keeping away from thin walls.
B. Sheltering under a piece of furniture.
C. Observing earthquake patters.
D. Hiding next to heavy objects.
33. Why is Hollywood-style collapse mentioned in paragraph 2
A. To prove the validity of the survival theory.
B. To show the importance of earthquake prediction.
C. To highlight the need for stricter building regulations.
D. To indicate pancake collapses are common in earthquakes.
34. What does the underlined word “this” in paragraph 3 refer to
A. The necessity of taking cover during earthquakes.
B. The danger of falling objects in earthquakes.
C. The likelihood of being trapped in broken stones or bricks.
D. The difficulty in finding tough building materials in some countries.
35. What limitation do critics see in Doug Kopp’s study
A. The study was conducted using a model structure.
B. The survival rates were not statistically documented.
C. Lateral movements in earthquakes were not considered.
D. The study was based on rescue drills in developed countries.
第二节（共5小题：每小题2.5分, 满分125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。
As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks. 36 This lies at the heart of “experiential appreciation”, a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you. It’s about leering from real-life experiences, and discovering a more profound and engaging way to learn.
To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects. They will provide a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful. So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event. 37
As you dive deeper, immerse (沉浸) yourself fully in the surroundings and activities. When you’re in nature, don’t just look around. 38 Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.
39 After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel. Write in a journal or discuss it with friends. This self-discovery turns experiences into life lessons and offers a deeper understanding of the world.
Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured. 40 So, explore the world around you, let every experience shape you, and discover the endless possibilities that await. This is the core of true learning, where every moment is a step towards a richer, more enlightened life.
A. These activities bring learning to life.
B. It extends learning far beyond textbooks.
C. Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.
D. Mind the impact of your actions on the environment.
B. Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.
F. Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles.
G. Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.
第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文, 从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I have only given blood once. It was during one of those annual 41 at the school where I taught. The Red Cross bus 42 the parking lot and welcomed students to donate. Most students were 43 by the free cookies and juice. Missing math class was a 44 , too.
Many of the teachers also got 45 , myself included. The process was painless but 46 , and the nurse had just removed the needle from my arm when the bell rang for 47 . I grabbed my cookies and juice and climbed the three nights of stairs to my classroom quickly. By the time I opened the door, I began to feel 48 . I didn’t know how much learning took place that afternoon, but I made a mental note to 49 such adventures for after-school hours. Teachers need to devote themselves to their teaching. In subsequent years, the idea of donating blood was off my mind as I grew busy with the other 50 of life.
But thoughts always change with 51 . Most recently, in my career treatment, I was given a blood transfusion (输血). Bright red plasma (血浆), like the sun, put 52 into my life. It’s nothing short of 53 that a part of one person can save the life of another.
The Greeks have several words to define love. The most powerful is agape, which means “love with 54 ”. And to so many, myself included, that’s exactly what blood donation bas been. I’m grateful to the generous stranger, whose 55 has allowed me to live to fight another day.
41. A. drives B. parades C. competitions D. celebrations
42. A. searched for B. pulled into C. ran across D. left from
43. A. shocked B. comforted C. touched D. attracted
44. A. win B. bonus C. contribution D. requirement
45. A. assigned B. appointed C. involved D. transformed
46. A. labor-saving B. eye-opening C. heart-warming D. time-consuming
47. A. class B. lunch C. break D. service
48. A. hungry B. dizzy C. satisfied D. embarrassed
49. A. avoid B. explore C. reserve D. offer
50. A. possibilities B. benefits C. principles D. responsibilities
51. A. memories B. relationships C. experiences D. surroundings
52. A. energy B. pain C. stress D. weight
53. A. challenging B. fashionable C. doubtful D. magical
54. A. respect B. passion C. action D. faith
55. A. courage B. kindness C. wisdom D. integrity
第二节 语法填空（共10小题：每题1.5分, 满分15分）
阅读下面的材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
Over a decade ago, Wu Kai, an enthusiast of ancient pagodas (塔), was looking for a book 56 comprehensively detailed the total number and locations of pagodas with quality introductions and images.
“I read extensively but found the books available had limited information and few good pictures.” he explains. Dissatisfied with the 57 (exist) options, Wu decided to create his own. Despite an estimated 10,000 ancient pagodas nationwide, many remain unaccounted for due to 58 (they) remote locations and poor conditions.
Visiting hilltop or cliff-top pagodas, or those hidden in deep forests, 59 (require) great determination, physical strength and even luck. 60 few people get to see them in person. For those who do, there’s the added challenge of taking good pictures, especially those suitable 61 print.
62 (fortunate), Wu’s plan was applauded by like-minded enthusiasts, who generously contributed great 63 (photo). In 2019, Wu published a 500-page book introducing over 300 ancient pagodas in Beijing. He then continued to work with Wang Xuebin, one of the enthusiasts. In 2023, their weighty 960-page book 64 (release), entitled The 1,001 Chinese Ancient Pagodas You Must See Before You Die.
“In each pagoda, I see the beauty of our heritage and the 65 (lose) values of simplicity, perfection, and respect for nature in modem life.” Wu writes in the introduction. “Across the vast land of China, no two pagodas are completely identical.”
第四部分 写作（共三节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
中国航天事业蓬勃发展, 这离不开中国航天科技工作者的无私贡献，请你写一篇关于“中国航天人”的短文给你校英语报投稿, 内容包括：
1. 中国航天人的工作精神；
2. 对你的影响。
注意：1. 词数80词左右；2. 可通当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯。
2. 相关词汇：China aerospace people中国航天人
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第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料。根据共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。
The paper was hidden in a brown bag. It was her late father’s bucket list, written on three pages for from a notebook. Laura Carney looked down at it, then she glanced up at her husband. Without a word spoken, they both knew: “I needed to finish it,” says Carney, 46.
Her brother, David, was the first to spot it. He uncovered the treasure in 2016—13 years after their father, Michael Mick Carney, was tragically killed when be was 54 by a distracted driver.
The list, Carney says, was written in 1978, the year she was born. It had 60 tasks, five of which had already been checked off. One was marked “failed”. That left 54 items for Carney to complete. The tasks ranged from relatively simple tasks, like “grow a watermelon,” to more complicated ones like “correspond with a famous celebrity”. Several tasks were seemingly impossible. Still, Carney was not discouraged. For Carney, the bucket list was an unexpected opportunity to work through her pain and reconnect with her dad.
“The first couple ones that I did happened organically,” Carney says. She had already signed up for a marathon, which allowed her to check “run 10 miles straight” off the list.
Another item she completed early on was “talk with the president.” She learned that former President Jimmy Carter—who would have been president when Carney’s father wrote the list—taught Sunday school in Georgia. She and her husband flew there to meet him.
While Carney completed many of the bucket list tasks on her own—including a two-week trip to Europe— “it didn’t really feel like I was doing things alone, because I knew my dad was with me,” she says. “I feel like my relationship with him is very present.”
Carney’s brother and mother accompanied her for some activities, and her husband joined her for others. “After about the first year or two of doing this project, he would say to me that the person he had always seen in me was coming out,” Carney says. “I had all these layers of sadness and fear that I was leaving behind.”
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150词左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Para 1: There was only one last task left on the list: “Have five songs recorded”. Para 2: So she decided to write her own bucket list.
2026届高二英语试题
（考试时间120分钟，满分150分）
第一部分 听力（共两节, 满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What are the speakers talking about
A. A close relative. B. A kind of food. C. A new restaurant.
2. How will the speakers go to the Sports Complex
A. By taxi. B. By bus. C. By subway.
3. What will the weather be like today
A. Windy. B. Sunny. C. Rainy.
4. In which city did the woman and John stay the longest
A. Vienna. B. Rome. C. Paris.
5. What can we learn about the man
A. He used to be a lawyer.
B. He Is being interviewed now.
C. He got the news from his aunt.
第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出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. When will the speakers have their picnic
A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday.
7. Who will go to the market
A. Johnny’s mother. B. Lucy’s parents. C. Johnny and Lucy.
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. In n bookstore. B. In a restaurant. C. In b supermarket.
9. What does the man have to do now
A. Wait for his turn. B. Sign his name. C. Call his friend.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What’s the relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Brother and sister. C. Customer and shop assistant.
11. What do we know about the man
A. He is very poor. B. He hates shopping. C. He often comes to the store.
12. Which dress does the woman like
A. The red one. B. The blue one. C. The white one.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What does the man think of visiting art galleries
A. Worthwhile. B. Costly. C. Disappointing.
14. Where did the woman go recently
A. To Seoul. B. To Washington. C. To Paris.
15. How old is the woman
A. 22 years old. B. 26 years old. C. 28 years old.
16. Which art gallery does the man want to visit again
A. Musee d’Orsay in Paris.
B. Centre Pompidou in Paris.
C. The National Gallery of Art in Washington.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Who is Perelman
A. A researcher. B. A doctor. C. A reporter.
18. With whom do babies feel the most comfortable
A. Strange adults. B. Babysitters. C. Other babies.
19. How may babies react to unfamiliar babies
A. They may start to cry. B. They may touch each other. C. They may show much fear.
20. What may the study lead to
A. Much more parenting time with babies.
B. An increase in family-based day care centers.
C. A greater demand for experienced babysitters.
第二部分 阅读理解（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, 从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中选出及选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Take one step closer to the lights on Broadway—build essential theater skills and start carving out your own creative professional path.
Immersing themselves in the amazing, unparalleled New York theater scene, students will explore and analyze the craft, including creating an original piece and meeting professionals in the field. Throughout the term, students will use both classroom work and site visits around the downtown to examine and complete the creative process of taking an initial idea to production, gaining technical expertise (专业知识) and fluency in theater.
Students will also explore different areas of professional skill development, including playwriting structure and techniques, acting methods that help bring a play to life, scene structure. The course is open to all students—from those who are curious about the field but have no prior experience to those who already have one (or more!) plays, waiting to be developed.
Course Highlights
● Complete a hands-on experience in playwriting, acting and production, learning about the real processes the industry uses to create theater productions.
● Brainstorm, develop a concept, write and workshop a draft of a short play or scene, and bring it to stage with input and feedback from instructors and peers.
● Get a close-up view of the often-opaque (不透明的) business of theater, focusing on impacts to the profession brought about by social movements and current events.
Tuition*
● Residential Program (Students live in dorm-like facilities in the center of the city): $6,845
● Day Program (Students commute to class every day and do not receive accommodation and board): $5,560
(We encourage graduating seniors to apply before June 21, 2024 for a $425 discount on tuition.)
Term Date: July 21—Aug 2, 2024
Application Deadline: Friday, July 12, 2024
Contact Admission: info@
21. Which is the probably name of the course
A. Broadway Dreams: Essential Skills for Professional Path
B. Theater Industry: Gaining Insights into the Complex System
C. Backstage Exploration: Behind the Scene of Drama Creation
D. From Page to Stage: Playwriting, Performance and Production
22. What will students do in the course
A. Interact with Broadway actors. B. Polish original drafts for stage.
C. Seek inspiration in the suburbs. D. Write a review on their drama.
23. How much should a graduating senior applying for a Day Program on June 20, 2024 pay
A. $5,135. B. $5,560. C. $6,420. D. $6,845.
B
The familiar sound of rustling and clanking fills the house—it’s the sound of my mother preparing breakfast. My morning alarm.
As I drag my body toward the kitchen, I’m greeted by my mother standing in front of the stove. She effortlessly cooks a dish that blends Western and Eastern styles, a beloved breakfast classic in our family. This is my grandmother’s recipe, which mirrored her upbringing.
Since my grandmother’s passing. I’ve become more aware of my mother’s aging and her dedication (奉献) to cooking for us. She has cooked for her family for more than 30 years, dividing her time between three countries—Korea. Canada and Germany. When my parents visit us from Korea, they stay with us for several months. My mother helps around the house, showing her cooking skills to provide delicious meals for me, my partner and our kids. In alternating years, she and my dad will travel to Berlin to spend a couple of weeks with my sister and her partner.
According to Statista, most Canadians claim to spend between 31 and 60 minutes preparing an average weekday dinner for themselves and others in their household. 10 percent of the respondents to the 2022 survey stated that they spend more than an hour preparing their evening meal. My mother belongs to that 10 percent. And her daily cooking begins much earlier at the grocery store where she examines produce and finds the best deals. She takes everyone’s preferences and needs into account. The meal she creates becomes a ritual (仪式), bringing the family together to connect and share.
In an era where convenience is king, with microwave dinners and meal kits flourishing (繁荣) in kitchens. the tough process of creating a homemade meal from scratch might seem highly inefficient However, my 68-year-old mother embraces it with such dignity.
“Nope, that’s not how you cut your carrots.”
“Lower the heat, or you’ll burn the butter.”
“No, you shouldn’t use that bowl for this meal.”
Helping her out in the kitchen is not easy. Yet, I know it’s her way of expressing love—that extra ingredient that goes into our every meal.
24. What do we know about the author’s mother from the text
A. She has three daughters.
B. She has great cooking skills.
C. She lives with the author in Korea
D. She invented the author’s favourite breakfast.
25. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning statistics about meal preparation time
A. To show her mother’s devotion to family.
B. To prove her mother’s enthusiasm for cooking.
C. To ask the readers to follow her mother’s example.
D. To remind people to spend more time on home cooking.
26. Why does the author say helping her mother in the kitchen is not easy
A. Because her mother is easily annoyed.
B. Because her mother dislikes being disturbed.
C. Because her mother is demanding in cooking
D. Because her mother wants to teach her everything.
27. Which would be the best title for the text
A. Mother’s love needs to be returned
B. Mother’s recipe is the best in the world
C. Mother’s selflessness inspires my family
D. Mother’s kitchen draws us closer together
C
You’ve most likely heard the news by now: A car-commuting, desk-bound, TV-watching lifestyle can be harmful to our health. All the time that we spend rooted in the chair is linked to increased risks of so many deadly diseases that experts have named this modem-day health epidemic the “sitting disease”
Sitting for too long slows down the body’s metabolism (新陈代谢) and the way enzymes break down our fat reserves, raising both blood sugar levels and blood pressure. Small amounts of regular activity, even just standing and moving around, throughout the day is enough to bring the increased levels back down. And those small amounts of activity add up—30 minutes of light activity in two or three-minute bursts can be just as effective as a half-hour block of exercise. But without that activity, blood sugar levels and blood pressure keep creeping up, steadily damaging the inside of the arteries (动脉) and increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and other serious diseases. In essence, fundamental changes in biology occur if you sit for too long.
But wait, you’re a runner. You needn’t worry about the harm of a sedentary lifestyle because you exercise regularly, right Well, not so fast. Recent studies show that people spend an average of 64 hours a week sitting. whether or not they exercise 150 minutes a week as recommended by World Health Organization (WHO). Regular exercisers, furthermore, are found to be about 30 percent less active on days when they exercise. Overall, most people simply aren’t exercising or moving around enough to balance out all the harm that can result from sitting nine hours or more a day.
Scared straight out of your chair Good. The remedy is as simple as standing up and taking activity breaks.
28. Which is the best way to bring down high blood sugar level and blood pressure
A. Doing exercise for 150 minutes or more every week.
B. Getting rid of the habit of car commuting and TV watching.
C. Standing or moving around for at least two minutes every day.
D. Interrupting sitting time with light activity as often as possible.
29. What does the underlined word “sedentary” in the third paragraph most likely mean
A. Inactive. B. Risky. C. Overloaded. D. Unbalanced.
30. Which of the following may be inferred about those who do serious exercise
A. They always meet the exercise standard recommended by WHO.
B. They tend to stand or move less on the days when they work out.
C. They usually remove all the harmful effects of sitting for too long.
D. They generally spend less time sitting than those who do not exercise.
31. What is the passage mainly about
A. The challenges of the modem lifestyle.
B. The effect of regular activity on our body.
C. The reasons for the spread of a modern epidemic.
D. The threat to our health from long hours of sitting.
D
When we talk about the "Triangle of Life", we are talking about the controversial theory of earthquake survival proposed by Doug Copp, founder of American Rescue Team International. Doug Copp’s methods reject the usual “Drop, Cover Cling” approach and focus on hiding next to heavy objects. The theory holds that when a building collapses, empty spaces beside larger objects can act as structural supports. According to Doug’s website, this is supported by more than 150 studies and lots of pictures.
Most of Mr Copp’s theories seem to be based on what he has witnessed during earthquakes around the world. In many countries, building regulations are less strict and buildings are often older or made of different materials. These differences can lead to what is called a “pancake collapse” in an earthquake, which means a building suffers a total structural failure. This is a Hollywood-style, nothing-lent-standing collapse. Studies have shown that the “Triangle of Life Theory” is valid in situations where a total collapse is likely to happen.
But during an earthquake, most injuries and deaths are caused by falling objects, not collapsing structures. Victims are more likely to be crushed by a filing cabinet (文件柜) than trapped in broken stones or bricks, especially in countries where building regulations and materials are tough. Because of this, many people are doubtful about any preparedness advice that teaches people to move towards heavy and potentially unstable objects.
In addition to his personal observations, Doug Copp supports his theories with studies he has conducted. The most famous of these used earth-moving technologies to knock out the support structures in model schools and homes. Mannequins (人体模型) were placed in the building in various positions and, according to Copp, they showed a 100% survival rate for “Triangle of Life” users and only deaths for “Duck and Cover” users. However, according to critics, these were rescue drills rather than experiments. The lateral (横向的) movement of an earthquake was left out, encouraging a pancake collapse instead of damage more likely to occur in developed countries.
32. What does Doug Copp’s “Triangle of Life Theory” mainly focus on during an earthquake
A. Keeping away from thin walls.
B. Sheltering under a piece of furniture.
C. Observing earthquake patters.
D. Hiding next to heavy objects.
33. Why is Hollywood-style collapse mentioned in paragraph 2
A. To prove the validity of the survival theory.
B. To show the importance of earthquake prediction.
C. To highlight the need for stricter building regulations.
D. To indicate pancake collapses are common in earthquakes.
34. What does the underlined word “this” in paragraph 3 refer to
A. The necessity of taking cover during earthquakes.
B. The danger of falling objects in earthquakes.
C. The likelihood of being trapped in broken stones or bricks.
D. The difficulty in finding tough building materials in some countries.
35. What limitation do critics see in Doug Kopp’s study
A. The study was conducted using a model structure.
B. The survival rates were not statistically documented.
C. Lateral movements in earthquakes were not considered.
D. The study was based on rescue drills in developed countries.
第二节（共5小题：每小题2.5分, 满分125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。
As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks. 36 This lies at the heart of “experiential appreciation”, a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you. It’s about leering from real-life experiences, and discovering a more profound and engaging way to learn.
To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects. They will provide a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful. So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event. 37
As you dive deeper, immerse (沉浸) yourself fully in the surroundings and activities. When you’re in nature, don’t just look around. 38 Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.
39 After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel. Write in a journal or discuss it with friends. This self-discovery turns experiences into life lessons and offers a deeper understanding of the world.
Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured. 40 So, explore the world around you, let every experience shape you, and discover the endless possibilities that await. This is the core of true learning, where every moment is a step towards a richer, more enlightened life.
A. These activities bring learning to life.
B. It extends learning far beyond textbooks.
C. Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.
D. Mind the impact of your actions on the environment.
B. Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.
F. Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles.
G. Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.
第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文, 从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I have only given blood once. It was during one of those annual 41 at the school where I taught. The Red Cross bus 42 the parking lot and welcomed students to donate. Most students were 43 by the free cookies and juice. Missing math class was a 44 , too.
Many of the teachers also got 45 , myself included. The process was painless but 46 , and the nurse had just removed the needle from my arm when the bell rang for 47 . I grabbed my cookies and juice and climbed the three nights of stairs to my classroom quickly. By the time I opened the door, I began to feel 48 . I didn’t know how much learning took place that afternoon, but I made a mental note to 49 such adventures for after-school hours. Teachers need to devote themselves to their teaching. In subsequent years, the idea of donating blood was off my mind as I grew busy with the other 50 of life.
But thoughts always change with 51 . Most recently, in my career treatment, I was given a blood transfusion (输血). Bright red plasma (血浆), like the sun, put 52 into my life. It’s nothing short of 53 that a part of one person can save the life of another.
The Greeks have several words to define love. The most powerful is agape, which means “love with 54 ”. And to so many, myself included, that’s exactly what blood donation bas been. I’m grateful to the generous stranger, whose 55 has allowed me to live to fight another day.
41. A. drives B. parades C. competitions D. celebrations
42. A. searched for B. pulled into C. ran across D. left from
43. A. shocked B. comforted C. touched D. attracted
44. A. win B. bonus C. contribution D. requirement
45. A. assigned B. appointed C. involved D. transformed
46. A. labor-saving B. eye-opening C. heart-warming D. time-consuming
47. A. class B. lunch C. break D. service
48. A. hungry B. dizzy C. satisfied D. embarrassed
49. A. avoid B. explore C. reserve D. offer
50. A. possibilities B. benefits C. principles D. responsibilities
51. A. memories B. relationships C. experiences D. surroundings
52. A. energy B. pain C. stress D. weight
53. A. challenging B. fashionable C. doubtful D. magical
54. A. respect B. passion C. action D. faith
55. A. courage B. kindness C. wisdom D. integrity
第二节 语法填空（共10小题：每题1.5分, 满分15分）
阅读下面的材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
Over a decade ago, Wu Kai, an enthusiast of ancient pagodas (塔), was looking for a book 56 comprehensively detailed the total number and locations of pagodas with quality introductions and images.
“I read extensively but found the books available had limited information and few good pictures.” he explains. Dissatisfied with the 57 (exist) options, Wu decided to create his own. Despite an estimated 10,000 ancient pagodas nationwide, many remain unaccounted for due to 58 (they) remote locations and poor conditions.
Visiting hilltop or cliff-top pagodas, or those hidden in deep forests, 59 (require) great determination, physical strength and even luck. 60 few people get to see them in person. For those who do, there’s the added challenge of taking good pictures, especially those suitable 61 print.
62 (fortunate), Wu’s plan was applauded by like-minded enthusiasts, who generously contributed great 63 (photo). In 2019, Wu published a 500-page book introducing over 300 ancient pagodas in Beijing. He then continued to work with Wang Xuebin, one of the enthusiasts. In 2023, their weighty 960-page book 64 (release), entitled The 1,001 Chinese Ancient Pagodas You Must See Before You Die.
“In each pagoda, I see the beauty of our heritage and the 65 (lose) values of simplicity, perfection, and respect for nature in modem life.” Wu writes in the introduction. “Across the vast land of China, no two pagodas are completely identical.”
第四部分 写作（共三节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
中国航天事业蓬勃发展, 这离不开中国航天科技工作者的无私贡献，请你写一篇关于“中国航天人”的短文给你校英语报投稿, 内容包括：
1. 中国航天人的工作精神；
2. 对你的影响。
注意：1. 词数80词左右；2. 可通当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯。
2. 相关词汇：China aerospace people中国航天人
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第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料。根据共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。
The paper was hidden in a brown bag. It was her late father’s bucket list, written on three pages for from a notebook. Laura Carney looked down at it, then she glanced up at her husband. Without a word spoken, they both knew: “I needed to finish it,” says Carney, 46.
Her brother, David, was the first to spot it. He uncovered the treasure in 2016—13 years after their father, Michael Mick Carney, was tragically killed when be was 54 by a distracted driver.
The list, Carney says, was written in 1978, the year she was born. It had 60 tasks, five of which had already been checked off. One was marked “failed”. That left 54 items for Carney to complete. The tasks ranged from relatively simple tasks, like “grow a watermelon,” to more complicated ones like “correspond with a famous celebrity”. Several tasks were seemingly impossible. Still, Carney was not discouraged. For Carney, the bucket list was an unexpected opportunity to work through her pain and reconnect with her dad.
“The first couple ones that I did happened organically,” Carney says. She had already signed up for a marathon, which allowed her to check “run 10 miles straight” off the list.
Another item she completed early on was “talk with the president.” She learned that former President Jimmy Carter—who would have been president when Carney’s father wrote the list—taught Sunday school in Georgia. She and her husband flew there to meet him.
While Carney completed many of the bucket list tasks on her own—including a two-week trip to Europe— “it didn’t really feel like I was doing things alone, because I knew my dad was with me,” she says. “I feel like my relationship with him is very present.”
Carney’s brother and mother accompanied her for some activities, and her husband joined her for others. “After about the first year or two of doing this project, he would say to me that the person he had always seen in me was coming out,” Carney says. “I had all these layers of sadness and fear that I was leaving behind.”
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150词左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Para 1: There was only one last task left on the list: “Have five songs recorded”. Para 2: So she decided to write her own bucket list.
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