江西省景德镇市2024-2025学年高二上学期11月期中英语试题（含答案，无听力原文及音频）
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景德镇市2024-2025学年上学期期中质量检测卷
高二英语
第一节 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秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What are the speakers doing now
A. Tasting food. B. Making food. C. Ordering food.
2. What is Jerry going to do in the afternoon
A. Paint the bedroom. B. Visit the dentist. C. See a movie.
3. When will the boy go to bed
A. At 10:00 p.m. B. At 10:10 p.m. C. At 10:20 p.m.
4. What will the speakers do next
A. Pack things up. B. Book a hotel. C. Find a taxi.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At home. B. At an office. C. At a cinema.
第二节 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. How will the woman go to the party
A. She will take a bus. B. She will drive her car. C. She will go in Ms. Wilson’s car.
7. What time will the speakers probably meet again
A. At 10:00 a.m. B. At 12:00 p.m. C. At 7:00 p.m.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What was the man’s dream career when he was young
A. A musician. B. A programmer. C. A college professor.
9. Why does the man choose his current job
A. The pay is very high. B. It is easy to do. C. It is interesting.
10. What does the woman want to do
A. Plan her future career with the man.
B. Give the man an instrument as a gift.
C. Play music with the man.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the woman’s presentation on
A. A field trip. B. Photography. C. Computer programs.
12. What is the woman’s attitude toward the presentation
A. Confident. B. Anxious. C. Excited.
13. What will the woman do next
A. Make a record. B. Take some photos. C. Attend a program.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where will the woman go next
A. Her home. B. Her office. C. A café.
15. What is the man waiting for
A. A coffee to be delivered. B. Someone to join a meeting. C. His camera to get fixed.
16. What does the man want in his coffee
A. Chocolate. B. Milk. C. Sugar.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Co-workers. B. Sister and brother. C. Waitress and customer.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the talk mainly about
A. How to make a career plan. B. How to achieve success. C. How to choose subjects.
19. How do the listeners probably feel now according to the speaker
A. Excited. B. Anxious. C. Unconcerned.
20. Who is the speaker probably
A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A tour guide.
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，从每题所给出的A，B，C，D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
As the excitement of the Summer Olympics attracts audiences worldwide, it presents a golden opportunity to inspire our younger generation not just in sports but in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). These disciplines, often perceived as complex, can be made accessible and enjoyable through the lens of the Olympics. Here, we explore a series of innovative STEM challenges designed for both lower elementary and upper elementary students, aimed at sparking their curiosity and fostering a love for learning.
Surfing STEM Challenge
The Surfing STEM Challenge invites students to explore the fascinating world of magnetic forces (磁力) by keeping a surfer suspended in mid-air. Using a magnetic stick, students guide the surfer’s track, mirroring the fluid movements of surfing waves.
Basketball STEM challenge
The Basketball STEM challenge attracts students by tasking them with inventing a basketball game tailored for one-handed play, making use of materials at hand. The activity highlights the importance of creativity, engineering capability, and cooperative effort, all within the vibrant atmosphere of the Summer Olympics.
Skateboarding STEM Activity
The Skateboarding STEM Activity challenges students to construct a small skateboard, along with constructing a skatepark to show their fingerboarding skills. It’s an engaging way to connect with the dynamic world of skateboarding in the Summer Olympics, encouraging teamwork, innovation, and hands-on learning.
Golf STEM Challenge
The Golf STEM Challenge tasks students with the exciting project of designing and building a mini golf course, along with creating their own golf club. This innovative approach to learning not only brings the spirit of the Summer Olympics into the classroom but also fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and a deeper understanding of the scientific concepts behind the game of golf.
Click Here to find out more information.
1. In the Surfing STEM Challenge, students learn about ________.
A. magnetic forces B. wave patterns C. surfing skills D. fluid dynamics
2. What do Skateboarding STEM Activity and Golf STEM Challenge have in common
A. They both emphasize teamwork and scientific concepts.
B. They both encourage students to build something physical.
C. They are both eager to improve students’ emotional skills.
D. They both attempt to connect students with the natural world.
3. Where is this passage most likely to be found
A. On a blog B. In a report C. On a website D. In a magazine
B
When Stanford University student. Ellen Xu, now 18, was a five-year-old in San Diego, California, she clearly remembers that her parents rushed her little sister to the hospital. Three-year-old Kate had fallen seriously ill; she had a fever, reddened eyes, and some swelling in her hands and tongue.
At first, the puzzled doctors thought she had flu, but when her condition didn’t improve, the Xus returned to the clinic room, where a doctor by chance had a similar earlier experience with such symptoms in the blood known as Kawasaki disease. Though rare, it’s the leading cause of the heart disease in babies and young children, and its causes remain unknown.
The doctor knew how to treat it: He ordered some medicine for Kate, and finally she shook off-the illness without suffering damage to her heart.
Xu remembers being curious about her sister’s illness condition and was amazed that the grown-ups couldn’t answer her questions about why it was so hard to check. “In my mind, it was this puzzle I wanted to solve,” she says.
Ten years later, wanting to enter a high school science fair, she had an idea. What if we had a doctor in our pocket So she created just that: Using AI, Xu designed a program that uses visual facts to check the disease based on five physical symptoms.
The technology works the same way as apps that can identify birds and plants with photos you’ve taken on your cellphone. Worried parents can upload a photo that they have taken of their child, and the technology will scan the picture for symptoms of the disease, which often have strong visual factors, such as a swollen tongue.
Xu’ s invention has been applied as a web app on the website. “The technology could also be developed for recognizing some other diseases,” she says. “It means a lot to me. I want to use AI to help people live happier and healthier lives.”
Xu says that her sister Kale, now in her third year of high school with dreams of becoming an environmental engineer, is strong and healthy.
4. When Kate was three years old, she had the symptoms EXCEPT________.
A. a fever B. a cough C. reddened eyes D. swelling in hands
5. What inspired Ellen to start the program
A. To win a medal. B. To save her sister. C. To scan unique plants. D. To help people in need.
6. How does Ellen’s program work
A. By asking detailed questions about the symptoms.
B. By analyzing the text description of the symptoms.
C. By identifying the symptoms in uploaded photos.
D By directly communicating with doctors for diagnosis.
7. Which words can best describe Ellen according to the text
A. stubborn but careful B. warm-hearted and outgoing
C. hardworking and committed D. innovative and caring
C
There was a time when a trip to the supermarket in the United States often ended with a seemingly simple question from the cashier: “Paper or plastic ” Well, which type of bag would you choose
While all types of bags have some influence on the environment, it has long been supposed that paper bags are kinder. They are made from a renewable source, break down easily, burn without giving off thick smoke and can be recycled. However, the producing process behind paper bags uses more energy than that of plastic ones. How can this be true
Studies show that paper bag production requires four times as much energy as plastic bag production. And the amount of water used to make paper bags is twenty times higher. Besides, the influence on forests is very serious. It takes about fourteen million trees to produce ten billion paper bags, which happens to be the number of bags used in the United States yearly. In terms of recycling, the idea that paper bags are more environmentally friendly than plastic ones can be quickly discarded. Research shows it requires about 98% less energy to recycle plastic than it does to recycle paper.
Even though paper bags might be more harmful than plastic ones, plastic still seems to be considered by governments as the more harmful of the two. In Ireland, for example, a tax has been introduced to discourage the use of plastic bags. People have to pay 22 cents for every plastic bag, and as a result, their use has dropped quickly.
There’s no doubt that it makes more sense to reuse these bags. However, we don’t seem to be doing that at present. Cloth bags are a better choice, but still, their production also has a bad influence on the environment. So what to do How should we answer the question of “Paper or plastic ” It seems that we first need to ask ourselves one more general question: “What can I do to help the environment ”
8. The question “Paper or plastic ” is used to ________.
A introduce the topic B. attract customers’ attention
C entertain customers D. promote paper bags
9. What do we learn from paragraph 3
A. Paper bags cause more pollution when burned. B. Paper bags will make us lose all the forests.
C. Paper bags are no greener than plastic ones. D. Paper bags aren’t made from renewable resources.
10. In Ireland, the use of plastic bags has dropped quickly because ________.
A. free plastic bags are no longer available B. the government has banned plastic bags
C. people realize the harm of plastic bags D. paper bags have become more popular
11. What may be the author’s recommendation
A. Always choose paper bags. B. Use the same bag many times.
C. Use more cloth bags. D. Stop using bags completely.
D
An Israeli study has indicates plants make noise a bit when they are stressed from a lack of water or having their stems (茎) cut. The sounds are about the same volume (音量) as normal human conversation. However, the pitch (音高) is too high for people to hear.
The researchers believe insects, other mammals and maybe even other plants can probably hear the sound of the stressed plants. “Even in a quiet field, there are actually sounds we don’t hear, and those sounds carry information,” said Lilach Hadany, a professor from Tel Aviv University. “Some animals can hear these sounds, so there is a possibility that a lot of interaction is occurring.”
The researchers used microphones to record healthy and stressed tomato plants, and trained a machine learning algorithm (算法) to distinguish between unstressed plants, thirsty plants and cut plants. They found that stressed plants give out more sounds than unstressed ones. The sounds from stressed plants were like pops or clicks.
The study published in the journal Cell, found thirsty plants began making noise before they visibly dehydrated, and the frequency of sounds reached the highest after five days with no water, before decreasing again as the plants dried up completely. Hadany said happy plants were found to make far fewer sounds. When tomato plants were not stressed at all, they were very quiet.
The study also found sound recordings of plants could be useful in agriculture to ensure crops get enough water and distribute water where it was needed most.
However, it’s unclear why plants produce these sounds and who might be listening. Professor Hadany said, “We are currently investigating the responses of other organisms, both animals and plants, to these sounds, and we’re also exploring our ability to identify and interpret the sounds in completely natural environments.”
12. In which of the following situation might plants make sounds
A. when they are played music. B. when their stems are broken
C. when they are enjoying sunlight D. when they are offered shelter
13. What is the closest meaning of the underlined word “dehydrated” in paragraph 4
A. dried out B. given out C. put out D. laid out
14. What is the main focus of Professor Hadany’s present research
A. Making plants produce louder sounds and apply them to practice.
B. Understanding why plants make sounds and the potential listeners.
C. Updating the knowledge of plants to humans and promote learning.
D. Developing a new machine learning algorithm to record plant sounds.
15. What is the best title of this passage
A. How Plants Talk with Each Other B. Plant Sounds: An Unexplored field
C. Uncovering the Secrets of Plant Noises D. The Sounds of Plants in Stress and Beyond
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。
There’s an art to arranging pictures on a wall. ___16___. Are you trying to be surprising with your picture placement Are you trying to arouse curiosity or attract people’s attention to a particular artwork Once you’ve identified the goal, let the following general principles guide you.
Get the height right
Conventional wisdom says art should be hung at eye level. But “eye level” means different things to different people. So a basic rule is to hang pieces so that their centers are 56 to 60 inches above the floor. And if the art is going over furniture, aim to hang it 8 to 10 inches from the top of the sofa or whatever piece is beneath it. Whatever height you choose, keep in mind: from a psychological perspective, if it’s a scene from nature, for example, ___17___.
Take care when grouping pieces
When grouping art pieces to create a gallery wall, give priority to the thing that is most special. ___18___, ensuring there is a visually equal distance between one another. A good rule is to aim for two inches apart with smaller items, and at most six inches apart with larger works. In this case, it brings people a harmonious visual effect.
___19___
When arranging artwork in a group, look for one or two elements (元素) that repeat between the pieces, whether it’s a similar color, or a particular style of frame (框架). When they all share this common characteristic, the brain says, “Oh, this was meant to be,”—it becomes easier to process what you’ re looking at.
Create balance and symmetry (对称)
Research shows that humans prefer symmetry. A 2018 study from the University of Vienna found that both art history and psychology students at the university level prefer symmetrical patterns with art over asymmetrical ones; In other experiments, researchers in Rome found that visual symmetry even leads to positive mood changes in viewers.
Make a proper arrangement
Before you commit to the arrangement you have in mind by hammering (捶打) holes into a wall, lay out what you plan on the floor in advance to get a sense of how it will look. Consider this a rehearsal (彩排) for your personal art show. ___20___.
A. Locate a consistent link.
B. Ensure two important repeated elements.
C. Be mindful of the space between the frames.
D. it’s most relaxing if it seems like we can step into it.
E. Once you’ve got the correct layout, hammer the nails.
F. it should be hung as high as possible to be more dramatic.
G. The first step is to think about what you’ re trying to achieve.
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15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。
When I was 8, my family moved into our brand-new home. My parents had adapted it to our own ___21___ needs and interests, including built-in bookshelves to ___22___ their hundreds of books and a large, bright sunroom to shelter all the plants my garden-loving father planned to grow. Unfortunately, a few months later, a heart attack ___23___ his life.
My mother, who never had ___24___ filled our sun room with low-light plants like ferns (蕨类植物), which consistently died off. Instead of giving up, she ___25___ over years and eventually got better through trial and error.
She never specifically said she wanted to become a better gardener as a way to keep my dad’s memory alive, but I knew the sight of the ___26___ could call to mind their happy time. It was a___27___ to her that at least part of the room always had plants growing in it.
Then last year, Mom experienced a series of ___28___ that landed her in hospital. As I was thoroughly ___29___ with tending her while raising kids and working, I felt ____30____ to the point of breakdown. ____31____, I always got recharged when ____32____ her plants, especially her enormous ferns—now at home in a more appropriate ____33____ spot.
Mom may not be with us much longer, for her health has ____34____ significantly. It’s my ____35____ to develop a green thumb—nursing her plants is a future source of comfort that we could be always together.
21. A. urgent B. particular C. basic D. formal
22. A. house B. contain C. keep D. hide
23. A. wasted B. affected C. threatened D. claimed
24. A. golden touch B. silver tongue C. brown thumbs D. green fingers
25 A. examined B. explored C. experimented D. discovered
26. A. books B. bookshelves C. plants D. home
27. A. comfort B. promise C. reward D. habit
28. A. rises B. climbs C. falls D. advances
29. A. disappointed B. occupied C. bored D. associated
30. A. energetic B. excited C. discouraged D. exhausted
31. A. Logically B. Systematically C. Magically D. Consequently
32. A. shouting at B. cleaning away C. cutting down D. caring for
33. A. warm B. shady C. sunny D. cold
34. A. improved B. declined C. changed D. increased
35. A. turn B. decision C. dream D. future
第二节 (共10题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Chinese hit video game Black Myth: Wukong has taken the gaming world by storm, ___36___ (sell) more than 10 million copies across all platforms in just three days after its release, developer Game Science announced on Friday night.
Considered the first Chinese-developed “Triple-A” title, Black Myth: Wukong ___37___ (top) the “most-played games” list on Steam, a leading gaming platform, ___38___ (mere) an hour after its release on Tuesday morning. Game Science revealed that ___39___ game’s maximum number of players playing at the same time across all platforms reached 3 million. Black Myth: Wukong draws ___40___ (inspire) from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, ___41___ follows the adventures of a monk and his three disciples. With a particular focus ___42___ Sun Wukong, the video game brings life to the legendary Monkey King ___43___ (know) for his supernatural powers and mischievous (淘气的) nature.
___44___ most players are from China, the game’s popularity is spreading rapidly worldwide. Its success has even boosted the stock ___45___ (price) of some companies and spurred tourism in Shanxi province.
第四部分 应用文写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 现在选择骑自行车上学的学生越来越多，交通安全问题特别重要。假如你是李华，对此问题，请你根据以下要点写一篇短文向校英文报投稿。要点如下：
1.学生选择骑行上学的原因；2.自行车的优点；3.呼吁大家遵守交通规则。
注意：1.词数80左右；2.开头已给出，不计入总词数；3.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Recently, the number of students choosing to go to school by bike has been increasing all the time.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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。
The cost of a smile
Kathy was a young woman in her 20’s who worked in a small restaurant as a waitress. One day, as she went about her shift with her usual angry look, a kind old man walked in and sat down at the counter. He read the menu and politely told her what he wanted.
Kathy took his order and yelled, “Your food will be ready soon.” As she turned to leave, the man said, “A smile costs nothing”. Kathy rolled her eyes at him and walked away.
She brought his order, cleared his plates, and gave him the bill, for which he left a nice tip.
Each time the old man saw her, he smiled and thanked her. This only made her angrier.
A week went by, and every day the man came for lunch and the same thing happened. And each time Kathy took his order he would say, “A smile costs nothing.”
But a week later, Kathy picked up a menu, wrote the words “1 SMILE … $20" at the bottom, and placed it on the counter for the kind old man to see.
He came, and Kathy waited for his reaction as he read the menu. The old man ordered his usual and added, “… and a smile, if you don’t mind”. Kathy was so surprised. She laughed out loud, “Now, now …” The man jokingly scolded. “I ordered a smile, not a laugh”. So Kathy put on a bright smile and said, “Coming right up, sir.” And to her surprise, he left $20 tip!
A few years went by, and the two bonded like family. Charlie, the kind old man, was a retired manager whose wife passed away long ago. He spent most of his time at home, with the exception of his frequent restaurant visits. Every day Kathy spent her break talking to him.
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。
Paragraph 1:
One day he didn’t come to the restaurant. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
Several days after the funeral(葬礼), Kathy received a very important-looking letter in the mail.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案
第一节 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秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What are the speakers doing now
A. Tasting food. B. Making food. C. Ordering food.
2. What is Jerry going to do in the afternoon
A. Paint the bedroom. B. Visit the dentist. C. See a movie.
3. When will the boy go to bed
A. At 10:00 p.m. B. At 10:10 p.m. C. At 10:20 p.m.
4. What will the speakers do next
A. Pack things up. B. Book a hotel. C. Find a taxi.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A At home. B. At an office. C. At a cinema.
第二节 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. How will the woman go to the party
A. She will take a bus. B. She will drive her car. C. She will go in Ms. Wilson’s car.
7. What time will the speakers probably meet again
A. At 10:00 a.m. B. At 12:00 p.m. C. At 7:00 p.m.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What was the man’s dream career when he was young
A. A musician. B. A programmer. C. A college professor.
9. Why does the man choose his current job
A. The pay is very high. B. It is easy to do. C. It is interesting.
10. What does the woman want to do
A Plan her future career with the man.
B. Give the man an instrument as a gift.
C. Play music with the man.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the woman’s presentation on
A. A field trip. B. Photography. C. Computer programs.
12. What is the woman’s attitude toward the presentation
A. Confident. B. Anxious. C. Excited.
13. What will the woman do next
A. Make a record. B. Take some photos. C. Attend a program.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where will the woman go next
A. Her home. B. Her office. C. A café.
15. What is the man waiting for
A. A coffee to be delivered. B. Someone to join a meeting. C. His camera to get fixed.
16. What does the man want in his coffee
A. Chocolate. B. Milk. C. Sugar.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Co-workers. B. Sister and brother. C. Waitress and customer.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the talk mainly about
A. How to make a career plan. B. How to achieve success. C. How to choose subjects.
19. How do the listeners probably feel now according to the speaker
A. Excited. B. Anxious. C. Unconcerned.
20. Who is the speaker probably
A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A tour guide.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给出的A，B，C，D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
As the excitement of the Summer Olympics attracts audiences worldwide, it presents a golden opportunity to inspire our younger generation not just in sports but in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). These disciplines, often perceived as complex, can be made accessible and enjoyable through the lens of the Olympics. Here, we explore a series of innovative STEM challenges designed for both lower elementary and upper elementary students, aimed at sparking their curiosity and fostering a love for learning.
Surfing STEM Challenge
The Surfing STEM Challenge invites students to explore the fascinating world of magnetic forces (磁力) by keeping a surfer suspended in mid-air. Using a magnetic stick, students guide the surfer’s track, mirroring the fluid movements of surfing waves.
Basketball STEM challenge
The Basketball STEM challenge attracts students by tasking them with inventing a basketball game tailored for one-handed play, making use of materials at hand. The activity highlights the importance of creativity, engineering capability, and cooperative effort, all within the vibrant atmosphere of the Summer Olympics.
Skateboarding STEM Activity
The Skateboarding STEM Activity challenges students to construct a small skateboard, along with constructing a skatepark to show their fingerboarding skills. It’s an engaging way to connect with the dynamic world of skateboarding in the Summer Olympics, encouraging teamwork, innovation, and hands-on learning.
Golf STEM Challenge
The Golf STEM Challenge tasks students with the exciting project of designing and building a mini golf course, along with creating their own golf club. This innovative approach to learning not only brings the spirit of the Summer Olympics into the classroom but also fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and a deeper understanding of the scientific concepts behind the game of golf.
Click Here to find out more information.
1. In the Surfing STEM Challenge, students learn about ________.
A. magnetic forces B. wave patterns C. surfing skills D. fluid dynamics
2. What do Skateboarding STEM Activity and Golf STEM Challenge have in common
A. They both emphasize teamwork and scientific concepts.
B. They both encourage students to build something physical.
C. They are both eager to improve students’ emotional skills.
D. They both attempt to connect students with the natural world.
3. Where is this passage most likely to be found
A. On a blog B. In a report C. On a website D. In a magazine
【答案】1. A 2. B 3. C
B
When Stanford University student. Ellen Xu, now 18, was a five-year-old in San Diego, California, she clearly remembers that her parents rushed her little sister to the hospital. Three-year-old Kate had fallen seriously ill; she had a fever, reddened eyes, and some swelling in her hands and tongue.
At first, the puzzled doctors thought she had flu, but when her condition didn’t improve, the Xus returned to the clinic room, where a doctor by chance had a similar earlier experience with such symptoms in the blood known as Kawasaki disease. Though rare, it’s the leading cause of the heart disease in babies and young children, and its causes remain unknown.
The doctor knew how to treat it: He ordered some medicine for Kate, and finally she shook off-the illness without suffering damage to her heart.
Xu remembers being curious about her sister’s illness condition and was amazed that the grown-ups couldn’t answer her questions about why it was so hard to check. “In my mind, it was this puzzle I wanted to solve,” she says.
Ten years later, wanting to enter a high school science fair, she had an idea. What if we had a doctor in our pocket So she created just that: Using AI, Xu designed a program that uses visual facts to check the disease based on five physical symptoms.
The technology works the same way as apps that can identify birds and plants with photos you’ve taken on your cellphone. Worried parents can upload a photo that they have taken of their child, and the technology will scan the picture for symptoms of the disease, which often have strong visual factors, such as a swollen tongue.
Xu’ s invention has been applied as a web app on the website. “The technology could also be developed for recognizing some other diseases,” she says. “It means a lot to me. I want to use AI to help people live happier and healthier lives.”
Xu says that her sister Kale, now in her third year of high school with dreams of becoming an environmental engineer, is strong and healthy.
4. When Kate was three years old, she had the symptoms EXCEPT________.
A. a fever B. a cough C. reddened eyes D. swelling in hands
5. What inspired Ellen to start the program
A. To win a medal. B. To save her sister. C. To scan unique plants. D. To help people in need.
6. How does Ellen’s program work
A. By asking detailed questions about the symptoms.
B. By analyzing the text description of the symptoms.
C. By identifying the symptoms in uploaded photos.
D. By directly communicating with doctors for diagnosis.
7. Which words can best describe Ellen according to the text
A. stubborn but careful B. warm-hearted and outgoing
C. hardworking and committed D. innovative and caring
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. D
C
There was a time when a trip to the supermarket in the United States often ended with a seemingly simple question from the cashier: “Paper or plastic ” Well, which type of bag would you choose
While all types of bags have some influence on the environment, it has long been supposed that paper bags are kinder. They are made from a renewable source, break down easily, burn without giving off thick smoke and can be recycled. However, the producing process behind paper bags uses more energy than that of plastic ones. How can this be true
Studies show that paper bag production requires four times as much energy as plastic bag production. And the amount of water used to make paper bags is twenty times higher. Besides, the influence on forests is very serious. It takes about fourteen million trees to produce ten billion paper bags, which happens to be the number of bags used in the United States yearly. In terms of recycling, the idea that paper bags are more environmentally friendly than plastic ones can be quickly discarded. Research shows it requires about 98% less energy to recycle plastic than it does to recycle paper.
Even though paper bags might be more harmful than plastic ones, plastic still seems to be considered by governments as the more harmful of the two. In Ireland, for example, a tax has been introduced to discourage the use of plastic bags. People have to pay 22 cents for every plastic bag, and as a result, their use has dropped quickly.
There’s no doubt that it makes more sense to reuse these bags. However, we don’t seem to be doing that at present. Cloth bags are a better choice, but still, their production also has a bad influence on the environment. So what to do How should we answer the question of “Paper or plastic ” It seems that we first need to ask ourselves one more general question: “What can I do to help the environment ”
8. The question “Paper or plastic ” is used to ________.
A. introduce the topic B. attract customers’ attention
C. entertain customers D. promote paper bags
9. What do we learn from paragraph 3
A. Paper bags cause more pollution when burned. B. Paper bags will make us lose all the forests.
C. Paper bags are no greener than plastic ones. D. Paper bags aren’t made from renewable resources.
10. In Ireland, the use of plastic bags has dropped quickly because ________.
A. free plastic bags are no longer available B. the government has banned plastic bags
C. people realize the harm of plastic bags D. paper bags have become more popular
11. What may be the author’s recommendation
A. Always choose paper bags. B. Use the same bag many times.
C. Use more cloth bags. D. Stop using bags completely.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. A 11. B
D
An Israeli study has indicates plants make noise a bit when they are stressed from a lack of water or having their stems (茎) cut. The sounds are about the same volume (音量) as normal human conversation. However, the pitch (音高) is too high for people to hear.
The researchers believe insects, other mammals and maybe even other plants can probably hear the sound of the stressed plants. “Even in a quiet field, there are actually sounds we don’t hear, and those sounds carry information,” said Lilach Hadany, a professor from Tel Aviv University. “Some animals can hear these sounds, so there is a possibility that a lot of interaction is occurring.”
The researchers used microphones to record healthy and stressed tomato plants, and trained a machine learning algorithm (算法) to distinguish between unstressed plants, thirsty plants and cut plants. They found that stressed plants give out more sounds than unstressed ones. The sounds from stressed plants were like pops or clicks.
The study, published in the journal Cell, found thirsty plants began making noise before they visibly dehydrated, and the frequency of sounds reached the highest after five days with no water, before decreasing again as the plants dried up completely. Hadany said happy plants were found to make far fewer sounds. When tomato plants were not stressed at all, they were very quiet.
The study also found sound recordings of plants could be useful in agriculture to ensure crops get enough water and distribute water where it was needed most.
However, it’s unclear why plants produce these sounds and who might be listening. Professor Hadany said, “We are currently investigating the responses of other organisms, both animals and plants, to these sounds, and we’re also exploring our ability to identify and interpret the sounds in completely natural environments.”
12. In which of the following situation might plants make sounds
A. when they are played music. B. when their stems are broken
C. when they are enjoying sunlight D. when they are offered shelter
13. What is the closest meaning of the underlined word “dehydrated” in paragraph 4
A. dried out B. given out C. put out D. laid out
14. What is the main focus of Professor Hadany’s present research
A. Making plants produce louder sounds and apply them to practice.
B. Understanding why plants make sounds and the potential listeners.
C. Updating the knowledge of plants to humans and promote learning.
D. Developing a new machine learning algorithm to record plant sounds.
15. What is the best title of this passage
A. How Plants Talk with Each Other B. Plant Sounds: An Unexplored field
C. Uncovering the Secrets of Plant Noises D. The Sounds of Plants in Stress and Beyond
【答案】12. B 13. A 14. B 15. D
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
There’s an art to arranging pictures on a wall. ___16___. Are you trying to be surprising with your picture placement Are you trying to arouse curiosity or attract people’s attention to a particular artwork Once you’ve identified the goal, let the following general principles guide you.
Get the height right
Conventional wisdom says art should be hung at eye level. But “eye level” means different things to different people. So a basic rule is to hang pieces so that their centers are 56 to 60 inches above the floor. And if the art is going over furniture, aim to hang it 8 to 10 inches from the top of the sofa or whatever piece is beneath it. Whatever height you choose, keep in mind: from a psychological perspective, if it’s a scene from nature, for example, ___17___.
Take care when grouping pieces
When grouping art pieces to create a gallery wall, give priority to the thing that is most special. ___18___, ensuring there is a visually equal distance between one another. A good rule is to aim for two inches apart with smaller items, and at most six inches apart with larger works. In this case, it brings people a harmonious visual effect.
___19___
When arranging artwork in a group, look for one or two elements (元素) that repeat between the pieces, whether it’s a similar color, or a particular style of frame (框架). When they all share this common characteristic, the brain says, “Oh, this was meant to be,”—it becomes easier to process what you’ re looking at.
Create balance and symmetry (对称)
Research shows that humans prefer symmetry. A 2018 study from the University of Vienna found that both art history and psychology students at the university level prefer symmetrical patterns with art over asymmetrical ones; In other experiments, researchers in Rome found that visual symmetry even leads to positive mood changes in viewers.
Make a proper arrangement
Before you commit to the arrangement you have in mind by hammering (捶打) holes into a wall, lay out what you plan on the floor in advance to get a sense of how it will look. Consider this a rehearsal (彩排) for your personal art show. ___20___.
A. Locate a consistent link.
B. Ensure two important repeated elements.
C. Be mindful of the space between the frames.
D it’s most relaxing if it seems like we can step into it.
E. Once you’ve got the correct layout, hammer the nails.
F. it should be hung as high as possible to be more dramatic.
G. The first step is to think about what you’ re trying to achieve.
【答案】16. G 17. D 18. C 19. A 20. E
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15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。
When I was 8, my family moved into our brand-new home. My parents had adapted it to our own ___21___ needs and interests, including built-in bookshelves to ___22___ their hundreds of books and a large, bright sunroom to shelter all the plants my garden-loving father planned to grow. Unfortunately, a few months later, a heart attack ___23___ his life.
My mother, who never had ___24___ filled our sun room with low-light plants like ferns (蕨类植物), which consistently died off. Instead of giving up, she ___25___ over years and eventually got better through trial and error.
She never specifically said she wanted to become a better gardener as a way to keep my dad’s memory alive, but I knew the sight of the ___26___ could call to mind their happy time. It was a___27___ to her that at least part of the room always had plants growing in it.
Then last year, Mom experienced a series of ___28___ that landed her in hospital. As I was thoroughly ___29___ with tending her while raising kids and working, I felt ____30____ to the point of breakdown. ____31____, I always got recharged when ____32____ her plants, especially her enormous ferns—now at home in a more appropriate ____33____ spot.
Mom may not be with us much longer, for her health has ____34____ significantly. It’s my ____35____ to develop a green thumb—nursing her plants is a future source of comfort that we could be always together.
21. A. urgent B. particular C. basic D. formal
22. A. house B. contain C. keep D. hide
23. A. wasted B. affected C. threatened D. claimed
24. A. golden touch B. silver tongue C. brown thumbs D. green fingers
25. A. examined B. explored C. experimented D. discovered
26. A. books B. bookshelves C. plants D. home
27. A. comfort B. promise C. reward D. habit
28. A. rises B. climbs C. falls D. advances
29. A. disappointed B. occupied C. bored D. associated
30. A. energetic B. excited C. discouraged D. exhausted
31 A. Logically B. Systematically C. Magically D. Consequently
32. A. shouting at B. cleaning away C. cutting down D. caring for
33. A. warm B. shady C. sunny D. cold
34. A. improved B. declined C. changed D. increased
35. A. turn B. decision C. dream D. future
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. D 25. C 26. C 27. A 28. C 29. B 30. D 31. C 32. D 33. B 34. B 35. A
第二节 (共10题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Chinese hit video game Black Myth: Wukong has taken the gaming world by storm, ___36___ (sell) more than 10 million copies across all platforms in just three days after its release, developer Game Science announced on Friday night.
Considered the first Chinese-developed “Triple-A” title, Black Myth: Wukong ___37___ (top) the “most-played games” list on Steam, a leading gaming platform, ___38___ (mere) an hour after its release on Tuesday morning. Game Science revealed that ___39___ game’s maximum number of players playing at the same time across all platforms reached 3 million. Black Myth: Wukong draws ___40___ (inspire) from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, ___41___ follows the adventures of a monk and his three disciples. With a particular focus ___42___ Sun Wukong, the video game brings life to the legendary Monkey King ___43___ (know) for his supernatural powers and mischievous (淘气的) nature.
___44___ most players are from China, the game’s popularity is spreading rapidly worldwide. Its success has even boosted the stock ___45___ (price) of some companies and spurred tourism in Shanxi province.
【答案】36. selling
37. topped 38. merely
39. the 40. inspiration
41. which 42. on
43. known 44. Though##Although##While
45. prices
第四部分 应用文写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 现在选择骑自行车上学的学生越来越多，交通安全问题特别重要。假如你是李华，对此问题，请你根据以下要点写一篇短文向校英文报投稿。要点如下：
1.学生选择骑行上学的原因；2.自行车的优点；3.呼吁大家遵守交通规则。
注意：1.词数80左右；2.开头已给出，不计入总词数；3.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Recently, the number of students choosing to go to school by bike has been increasing all the time.
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【答案】Recently, the number of students choosing to go to school by bike has been increasing all the time. This trend is mainly due to the convenience and cost-effectiveness of cycling. Bicycles are environmentally friendly and help reduce traffic congestion. Moreover, cycling is a great form of exercise, promoting health and fitness among students. However, with the increase in cyclists, traffic safety becomes crucial. I urge everyone to strictly obey traffic rules, wear helmets, and be cautious on the road to ensure safety for all. Only in this way can we enjoy the benefits of cycling while staying safe. Let’s make our school commute safe and enjoyable.
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。
The cost of a smile
Kathy was a young woman in her 20’s who worked in a small restaurant as a waitress. One day, as she went about her shift with her usual angry look, a kind old man walked in and sat down at the counter. He read the menu and politely told her what he wanted.
Kathy took his order and yelled, “Your food will be ready soon.” As she turned to leave, the man said, “A smile costs nothing”. Kathy rolled her eyes at him and walked away.
She brought his order, cleared his plates, and gave him the bill, for which he left a nice tip.
Each time the old man saw her, he smiled and thanked her. This only made her angrier.
A week went by, and every day the man came for lunch and the same thing happened. And each time Kathy took his order he would say, “A smile costs nothing.”
But a week later, Kathy picked up a menu, wrote the words “1 SMILE … $20" at the bottom, and placed it on the counter for the kind old man to see.
He came, and Kathy waited for his reaction as he read the menu. The old man ordered his usual and added, “… and a smile, if you don’t mind”. Kathy was so surprised. She laughed out loud, “Now, now …” The man jokingly scolded. “I ordered a smile, not a laugh”. So Kathy put on a bright smile and said, “Coming right up, sir.” And to her surprise, he left $20 tip!
A few years went by, and the two bonded like family. Charlie, the kind old man, was a retired manager whose wife passed away long ago. He spent most of his time at home, with the exception of his frequent restaurant visits. Every day Kathy spent her break talking to him.
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。
Paragraph 1:
One day he didn’t come to the restaurant. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
Several days after the funeral(葬礼), Kathy received a very important-looking letter in the mail.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】One day he didn't come to the restaurant. Kathy couldn't concentrate on her work the whole day. Even when the restaurant was going to close, Charlie didn't show up, and she was trapped in anxiety. After work, Kathy hurried to Charlie's home, only to be told by his neighbors that he had passed away last night. Not until then did she know that he had fought against cancer alone during the past years. Kathy couldn't trust her ears when she heard this. At Charlie's funeral, the happy memories with Charlie kept flashing in her mind.
Several days after the funeral, Kathy received a very important-looking letter in the mail. She opened the letter with her hands shaking slightly. At the sight of the familiar handwriting, tears welled up in Kathy's eyes. Charlie expressed his gratitude for her company these years. It suddenly dawned on Kathy that with the help of Charlie, she transformed from the previous angry-looking waitress to a smiling girl. Only then did she realize the true meaning of smile: bring others warmth and company.
高二英语
第一节 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秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What are the speakers doing now
A. Tasting food. B. Making food. C. Ordering food.
2. What is Jerry going to do in the afternoon
A. Paint the bedroom. B. Visit the dentist. C. See a movie.
3. When will the boy go to bed
A. At 10:00 p.m. B. At 10:10 p.m. C. At 10:20 p.m.
4. What will the speakers do next
A. Pack things up. B. Book a hotel. C. Find a taxi.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At home. B. At an office. C. At a cinema.
第二节 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. How will the woman go to the party
A. She will take a bus. B. She will drive her car. C. She will go in Ms. Wilson’s car.
7. What time will the speakers probably meet again
A. At 10:00 a.m. B. At 12:00 p.m. C. At 7:00 p.m.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What was the man’s dream career when he was young
A. A musician. B. A programmer. C. A college professor.
9. Why does the man choose his current job
A. The pay is very high. B. It is easy to do. C. It is interesting.
10. What does the woman want to do
A. Plan her future career with the man.
B. Give the man an instrument as a gift.
C. Play music with the man.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the woman’s presentation on
A. A field trip. B. Photography. C. Computer programs.
12. What is the woman’s attitude toward the presentation
A. Confident. B. Anxious. C. Excited.
13. What will the woman do next
A. Make a record. B. Take some photos. C. Attend a program.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where will the woman go next
A. Her home. B. Her office. C. A café.
15. What is the man waiting for
A. A coffee to be delivered. B. Someone to join a meeting. C. His camera to get fixed.
16. What does the man want in his coffee
A. Chocolate. B. Milk. C. Sugar.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Co-workers. B. Sister and brother. C. Waitress and customer.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the talk mainly about
A. How to make a career plan. B. How to achieve success. C. How to choose subjects.
19. How do the listeners probably feel now according to the speaker
A. Excited. B. Anxious. C. Unconcerned.
20. Who is the speaker probably
A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A tour guide.
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，从每题所给出的A，B，C，D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
As the excitement of the Summer Olympics attracts audiences worldwide, it presents a golden opportunity to inspire our younger generation not just in sports but in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). These disciplines, often perceived as complex, can be made accessible and enjoyable through the lens of the Olympics. Here, we explore a series of innovative STEM challenges designed for both lower elementary and upper elementary students, aimed at sparking their curiosity and fostering a love for learning.
Surfing STEM Challenge
The Surfing STEM Challenge invites students to explore the fascinating world of magnetic forces (磁力) by keeping a surfer suspended in mid-air. Using a magnetic stick, students guide the surfer’s track, mirroring the fluid movements of surfing waves.
Basketball STEM challenge
The Basketball STEM challenge attracts students by tasking them with inventing a basketball game tailored for one-handed play, making use of materials at hand. The activity highlights the importance of creativity, engineering capability, and cooperative effort, all within the vibrant atmosphere of the Summer Olympics.
Skateboarding STEM Activity
The Skateboarding STEM Activity challenges students to construct a small skateboard, along with constructing a skatepark to show their fingerboarding skills. It’s an engaging way to connect with the dynamic world of skateboarding in the Summer Olympics, encouraging teamwork, innovation, and hands-on learning.
Golf STEM Challenge
The Golf STEM Challenge tasks students with the exciting project of designing and building a mini golf course, along with creating their own golf club. This innovative approach to learning not only brings the spirit of the Summer Olympics into the classroom but also fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and a deeper understanding of the scientific concepts behind the game of golf.
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1. In the Surfing STEM Challenge, students learn about ________.
A. magnetic forces B. wave patterns C. surfing skills D. fluid dynamics
2. What do Skateboarding STEM Activity and Golf STEM Challenge have in common
A. They both emphasize teamwork and scientific concepts.
B. They both encourage students to build something physical.
C. They are both eager to improve students’ emotional skills.
D. They both attempt to connect students with the natural world.
3. Where is this passage most likely to be found
A. On a blog B. In a report C. On a website D. In a magazine
B
When Stanford University student. Ellen Xu, now 18, was a five-year-old in San Diego, California, she clearly remembers that her parents rushed her little sister to the hospital. Three-year-old Kate had fallen seriously ill; she had a fever, reddened eyes, and some swelling in her hands and tongue.
At first, the puzzled doctors thought she had flu, but when her condition didn’t improve, the Xus returned to the clinic room, where a doctor by chance had a similar earlier experience with such symptoms in the blood known as Kawasaki disease. Though rare, it’s the leading cause of the heart disease in babies and young children, and its causes remain unknown.
The doctor knew how to treat it: He ordered some medicine for Kate, and finally she shook off-the illness without suffering damage to her heart.
Xu remembers being curious about her sister’s illness condition and was amazed that the grown-ups couldn’t answer her questions about why it was so hard to check. “In my mind, it was this puzzle I wanted to solve,” she says.
Ten years later, wanting to enter a high school science fair, she had an idea. What if we had a doctor in our pocket So she created just that: Using AI, Xu designed a program that uses visual facts to check the disease based on five physical symptoms.
The technology works the same way as apps that can identify birds and plants with photos you’ve taken on your cellphone. Worried parents can upload a photo that they have taken of their child, and the technology will scan the picture for symptoms of the disease, which often have strong visual factors, such as a swollen tongue.
Xu’ s invention has been applied as a web app on the website. “The technology could also be developed for recognizing some other diseases,” she says. “It means a lot to me. I want to use AI to help people live happier and healthier lives.”
Xu says that her sister Kale, now in her third year of high school with dreams of becoming an environmental engineer, is strong and healthy.
4. When Kate was three years old, she had the symptoms EXCEPT________.
A. a fever B. a cough C. reddened eyes D. swelling in hands
5. What inspired Ellen to start the program
A. To win a medal. B. To save her sister. C. To scan unique plants. D. To help people in need.
6. How does Ellen’s program work
A. By asking detailed questions about the symptoms.
B. By analyzing the text description of the symptoms.
C. By identifying the symptoms in uploaded photos.
D By directly communicating with doctors for diagnosis.
7. Which words can best describe Ellen according to the text
A. stubborn but careful B. warm-hearted and outgoing
C. hardworking and committed D. innovative and caring
C
There was a time when a trip to the supermarket in the United States often ended with a seemingly simple question from the cashier: “Paper or plastic ” Well, which type of bag would you choose
While all types of bags have some influence on the environment, it has long been supposed that paper bags are kinder. They are made from a renewable source, break down easily, burn without giving off thick smoke and can be recycled. However, the producing process behind paper bags uses more energy than that of plastic ones. How can this be true
Studies show that paper bag production requires four times as much energy as plastic bag production. And the amount of water used to make paper bags is twenty times higher. Besides, the influence on forests is very serious. It takes about fourteen million trees to produce ten billion paper bags, which happens to be the number of bags used in the United States yearly. In terms of recycling, the idea that paper bags are more environmentally friendly than plastic ones can be quickly discarded. Research shows it requires about 98% less energy to recycle plastic than it does to recycle paper.
Even though paper bags might be more harmful than plastic ones, plastic still seems to be considered by governments as the more harmful of the two. In Ireland, for example, a tax has been introduced to discourage the use of plastic bags. People have to pay 22 cents for every plastic bag, and as a result, their use has dropped quickly.
There’s no doubt that it makes more sense to reuse these bags. However, we don’t seem to be doing that at present. Cloth bags are a better choice, but still, their production also has a bad influence on the environment. So what to do How should we answer the question of “Paper or plastic ” It seems that we first need to ask ourselves one more general question: “What can I do to help the environment ”
8. The question “Paper or plastic ” is used to ________.
A introduce the topic B. attract customers’ attention
C entertain customers D. promote paper bags
9. What do we learn from paragraph 3
A. Paper bags cause more pollution when burned. B. Paper bags will make us lose all the forests.
C. Paper bags are no greener than plastic ones. D. Paper bags aren’t made from renewable resources.
10. In Ireland, the use of plastic bags has dropped quickly because ________.
A. free plastic bags are no longer available B. the government has banned plastic bags
C. people realize the harm of plastic bags D. paper bags have become more popular
11. What may be the author’s recommendation
A. Always choose paper bags. B. Use the same bag many times.
C. Use more cloth bags. D. Stop using bags completely.
D
An Israeli study has indicates plants make noise a bit when they are stressed from a lack of water or having their stems (茎) cut. The sounds are about the same volume (音量) as normal human conversation. However, the pitch (音高) is too high for people to hear.
The researchers believe insects, other mammals and maybe even other plants can probably hear the sound of the stressed plants. “Even in a quiet field, there are actually sounds we don’t hear, and those sounds carry information,” said Lilach Hadany, a professor from Tel Aviv University. “Some animals can hear these sounds, so there is a possibility that a lot of interaction is occurring.”
The researchers used microphones to record healthy and stressed tomato plants, and trained a machine learning algorithm (算法) to distinguish between unstressed plants, thirsty plants and cut plants. They found that stressed plants give out more sounds than unstressed ones. The sounds from stressed plants were like pops or clicks.
The study published in the journal Cell, found thirsty plants began making noise before they visibly dehydrated, and the frequency of sounds reached the highest after five days with no water, before decreasing again as the plants dried up completely. Hadany said happy plants were found to make far fewer sounds. When tomato plants were not stressed at all, they were very quiet.
The study also found sound recordings of plants could be useful in agriculture to ensure crops get enough water and distribute water where it was needed most.
However, it’s unclear why plants produce these sounds and who might be listening. Professor Hadany said, “We are currently investigating the responses of other organisms, both animals and plants, to these sounds, and we’re also exploring our ability to identify and interpret the sounds in completely natural environments.”
12. In which of the following situation might plants make sounds
A. when they are played music. B. when their stems are broken
C. when they are enjoying sunlight D. when they are offered shelter
13. What is the closest meaning of the underlined word “dehydrated” in paragraph 4
A. dried out B. given out C. put out D. laid out
14. What is the main focus of Professor Hadany’s present research
A. Making plants produce louder sounds and apply them to practice.
B. Understanding why plants make sounds and the potential listeners.
C. Updating the knowledge of plants to humans and promote learning.
D. Developing a new machine learning algorithm to record plant sounds.
15. What is the best title of this passage
A. How Plants Talk with Each Other B. Plant Sounds: An Unexplored field
C. Uncovering the Secrets of Plant Noises D. The Sounds of Plants in Stress and Beyond
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。
There’s an art to arranging pictures on a wall. ___16___. Are you trying to be surprising with your picture placement Are you trying to arouse curiosity or attract people’s attention to a particular artwork Once you’ve identified the goal, let the following general principles guide you.
Get the height right
Conventional wisdom says art should be hung at eye level. But “eye level” means different things to different people. So a basic rule is to hang pieces so that their centers are 56 to 60 inches above the floor. And if the art is going over furniture, aim to hang it 8 to 10 inches from the top of the sofa or whatever piece is beneath it. Whatever height you choose, keep in mind: from a psychological perspective, if it’s a scene from nature, for example, ___17___.
Take care when grouping pieces
When grouping art pieces to create a gallery wall, give priority to the thing that is most special. ___18___, ensuring there is a visually equal distance between one another. A good rule is to aim for two inches apart with smaller items, and at most six inches apart with larger works. In this case, it brings people a harmonious visual effect.
___19___
When arranging artwork in a group, look for one or two elements (元素) that repeat between the pieces, whether it’s a similar color, or a particular style of frame (框架). When they all share this common characteristic, the brain says, “Oh, this was meant to be,”—it becomes easier to process what you’ re looking at.
Create balance and symmetry (对称)
Research shows that humans prefer symmetry. A 2018 study from the University of Vienna found that both art history and psychology students at the university level prefer symmetrical patterns with art over asymmetrical ones; In other experiments, researchers in Rome found that visual symmetry even leads to positive mood changes in viewers.
Make a proper arrangement
Before you commit to the arrangement you have in mind by hammering (捶打) holes into a wall, lay out what you plan on the floor in advance to get a sense of how it will look. Consider this a rehearsal (彩排) for your personal art show. ___20___.
A. Locate a consistent link.
B. Ensure two important repeated elements.
C. Be mindful of the space between the frames.
D. it’s most relaxing if it seems like we can step into it.
E. Once you’ve got the correct layout, hammer the nails.
F. it should be hung as high as possible to be more dramatic.
G. The first step is to think about what you’ re trying to achieve.
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15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。
When I was 8, my family moved into our brand-new home. My parents had adapted it to our own ___21___ needs and interests, including built-in bookshelves to ___22___ their hundreds of books and a large, bright sunroom to shelter all the plants my garden-loving father planned to grow. Unfortunately, a few months later, a heart attack ___23___ his life.
My mother, who never had ___24___ filled our sun room with low-light plants like ferns (蕨类植物), which consistently died off. Instead of giving up, she ___25___ over years and eventually got better through trial and error.
She never specifically said she wanted to become a better gardener as a way to keep my dad’s memory alive, but I knew the sight of the ___26___ could call to mind their happy time. It was a___27___ to her that at least part of the room always had plants growing in it.
Then last year, Mom experienced a series of ___28___ that landed her in hospital. As I was thoroughly ___29___ with tending her while raising kids and working, I felt ____30____ to the point of breakdown. ____31____, I always got recharged when ____32____ her plants, especially her enormous ferns—now at home in a more appropriate ____33____ spot.
Mom may not be with us much longer, for her health has ____34____ significantly. It’s my ____35____ to develop a green thumb—nursing her plants is a future source of comfort that we could be always together.
21. A. urgent B. particular C. basic D. formal
22. A. house B. contain C. keep D. hide
23. A. wasted B. affected C. threatened D. claimed
24. A. golden touch B. silver tongue C. brown thumbs D. green fingers
25 A. examined B. explored C. experimented D. discovered
26. A. books B. bookshelves C. plants D. home
27. A. comfort B. promise C. reward D. habit
28. A. rises B. climbs C. falls D. advances
29. A. disappointed B. occupied C. bored D. associated
30. A. energetic B. excited C. discouraged D. exhausted
31. A. Logically B. Systematically C. Magically D. Consequently
32. A. shouting at B. cleaning away C. cutting down D. caring for
33. A. warm B. shady C. sunny D. cold
34. A. improved B. declined C. changed D. increased
35. A. turn B. decision C. dream D. future
第二节 (共10题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Chinese hit video game Black Myth: Wukong has taken the gaming world by storm, ___36___ (sell) more than 10 million copies across all platforms in just three days after its release, developer Game Science announced on Friday night.
Considered the first Chinese-developed “Triple-A” title, Black Myth: Wukong ___37___ (top) the “most-played games” list on Steam, a leading gaming platform, ___38___ (mere) an hour after its release on Tuesday morning. Game Science revealed that ___39___ game’s maximum number of players playing at the same time across all platforms reached 3 million. Black Myth: Wukong draws ___40___ (inspire) from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, ___41___ follows the adventures of a monk and his three disciples. With a particular focus ___42___ Sun Wukong, the video game brings life to the legendary Monkey King ___43___ (know) for his supernatural powers and mischievous (淘气的) nature.
___44___ most players are from China, the game’s popularity is spreading rapidly worldwide. Its success has even boosted the stock ___45___ (price) of some companies and spurred tourism in Shanxi province.
第四部分 应用文写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 现在选择骑自行车上学的学生越来越多，交通安全问题特别重要。假如你是李华，对此问题，请你根据以下要点写一篇短文向校英文报投稿。要点如下：
1.学生选择骑行上学的原因；2.自行车的优点；3.呼吁大家遵守交通规则。
注意：1.词数80左右；2.开头已给出，不计入总词数；3.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Recently, the number of students choosing to go to school by bike has been increasing all the time.
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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。
The cost of a smile
Kathy was a young woman in her 20’s who worked in a small restaurant as a waitress. One day, as she went about her shift with her usual angry look, a kind old man walked in and sat down at the counter. He read the menu and politely told her what he wanted.
Kathy took his order and yelled, “Your food will be ready soon.” As she turned to leave, the man said, “A smile costs nothing”. Kathy rolled her eyes at him and walked away.
She brought his order, cleared his plates, and gave him the bill, for which he left a nice tip.
Each time the old man saw her, he smiled and thanked her. This only made her angrier.
A week went by, and every day the man came for lunch and the same thing happened. And each time Kathy took his order he would say, “A smile costs nothing.”
But a week later, Kathy picked up a menu, wrote the words “1 SMILE … $20" at the bottom, and placed it on the counter for the kind old man to see.
He came, and Kathy waited for his reaction as he read the menu. The old man ordered his usual and added, “… and a smile, if you don’t mind”. Kathy was so surprised. She laughed out loud, “Now, now …” The man jokingly scolded. “I ordered a smile, not a laugh”. So Kathy put on a bright smile and said, “Coming right up, sir.” And to her surprise, he left $20 tip!
A few years went by, and the two bonded like family. Charlie, the kind old man, was a retired manager whose wife passed away long ago. He spent most of his time at home, with the exception of his frequent restaurant visits. Every day Kathy spent her break talking to him.
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。
Paragraph 1:
One day he didn’t come to the restaurant. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
Several days after the funeral(葬礼), Kathy received a very important-looking letter in the mail.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案
第一节 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秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What are the speakers doing now
A. Tasting food. B. Making food. C. Ordering food.
2. What is Jerry going to do in the afternoon
A. Paint the bedroom. B. Visit the dentist. C. See a movie.
3. When will the boy go to bed
A. At 10:00 p.m. B. At 10:10 p.m. C. At 10:20 p.m.
4. What will the speakers do next
A. Pack things up. B. Book a hotel. C. Find a taxi.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A At home. B. At an office. C. At a cinema.
第二节 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. How will the woman go to the party
A. She will take a bus. B. She will drive her car. C. She will go in Ms. Wilson’s car.
7. What time will the speakers probably meet again
A. At 10:00 a.m. B. At 12:00 p.m. C. At 7:00 p.m.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What was the man’s dream career when he was young
A. A musician. B. A programmer. C. A college professor.
9. Why does the man choose his current job
A. The pay is very high. B. It is easy to do. C. It is interesting.
10. What does the woman want to do
A Plan her future career with the man.
B. Give the man an instrument as a gift.
C. Play music with the man.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the woman’s presentation on
A. A field trip. B. Photography. C. Computer programs.
12. What is the woman’s attitude toward the presentation
A. Confident. B. Anxious. C. Excited.
13. What will the woman do next
A. Make a record. B. Take some photos. C. Attend a program.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where will the woman go next
A. Her home. B. Her office. C. A café.
15. What is the man waiting for
A. A coffee to be delivered. B. Someone to join a meeting. C. His camera to get fixed.
16. What does the man want in his coffee
A. Chocolate. B. Milk. C. Sugar.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Co-workers. B. Sister and brother. C. Waitress and customer.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the talk mainly about
A. How to make a career plan. B. How to achieve success. C. How to choose subjects.
19. How do the listeners probably feel now according to the speaker
A. Excited. B. Anxious. C. Unconcerned.
20. Who is the speaker probably
A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A tour guide.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给出的A，B，C，D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
As the excitement of the Summer Olympics attracts audiences worldwide, it presents a golden opportunity to inspire our younger generation not just in sports but in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). These disciplines, often perceived as complex, can be made accessible and enjoyable through the lens of the Olympics. Here, we explore a series of innovative STEM challenges designed for both lower elementary and upper elementary students, aimed at sparking their curiosity and fostering a love for learning.
Surfing STEM Challenge
The Surfing STEM Challenge invites students to explore the fascinating world of magnetic forces (磁力) by keeping a surfer suspended in mid-air. Using a magnetic stick, students guide the surfer’s track, mirroring the fluid movements of surfing waves.
Basketball STEM challenge
The Basketball STEM challenge attracts students by tasking them with inventing a basketball game tailored for one-handed play, making use of materials at hand. The activity highlights the importance of creativity, engineering capability, and cooperative effort, all within the vibrant atmosphere of the Summer Olympics.
Skateboarding STEM Activity
The Skateboarding STEM Activity challenges students to construct a small skateboard, along with constructing a skatepark to show their fingerboarding skills. It’s an engaging way to connect with the dynamic world of skateboarding in the Summer Olympics, encouraging teamwork, innovation, and hands-on learning.
Golf STEM Challenge
The Golf STEM Challenge tasks students with the exciting project of designing and building a mini golf course, along with creating their own golf club. This innovative approach to learning not only brings the spirit of the Summer Olympics into the classroom but also fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and a deeper understanding of the scientific concepts behind the game of golf.
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1. In the Surfing STEM Challenge, students learn about ________.
A. magnetic forces B. wave patterns C. surfing skills D. fluid dynamics
2. What do Skateboarding STEM Activity and Golf STEM Challenge have in common
A. They both emphasize teamwork and scientific concepts.
B. They both encourage students to build something physical.
C. They are both eager to improve students’ emotional skills.
D. They both attempt to connect students with the natural world.
3. Where is this passage most likely to be found
A. On a blog B. In a report C. On a website D. In a magazine
【答案】1. A 2. B 3. C
B
When Stanford University student. Ellen Xu, now 18, was a five-year-old in San Diego, California, she clearly remembers that her parents rushed her little sister to the hospital. Three-year-old Kate had fallen seriously ill; she had a fever, reddened eyes, and some swelling in her hands and tongue.
At first, the puzzled doctors thought she had flu, but when her condition didn’t improve, the Xus returned to the clinic room, where a doctor by chance had a similar earlier experience with such symptoms in the blood known as Kawasaki disease. Though rare, it’s the leading cause of the heart disease in babies and young children, and its causes remain unknown.
The doctor knew how to treat it: He ordered some medicine for Kate, and finally she shook off-the illness without suffering damage to her heart.
Xu remembers being curious about her sister’s illness condition and was amazed that the grown-ups couldn’t answer her questions about why it was so hard to check. “In my mind, it was this puzzle I wanted to solve,” she says.
Ten years later, wanting to enter a high school science fair, she had an idea. What if we had a doctor in our pocket So she created just that: Using AI, Xu designed a program that uses visual facts to check the disease based on five physical symptoms.
The technology works the same way as apps that can identify birds and plants with photos you’ve taken on your cellphone. Worried parents can upload a photo that they have taken of their child, and the technology will scan the picture for symptoms of the disease, which often have strong visual factors, such as a swollen tongue.
Xu’ s invention has been applied as a web app on the website. “The technology could also be developed for recognizing some other diseases,” she says. “It means a lot to me. I want to use AI to help people live happier and healthier lives.”
Xu says that her sister Kale, now in her third year of high school with dreams of becoming an environmental engineer, is strong and healthy.
4. When Kate was three years old, she had the symptoms EXCEPT________.
A. a fever B. a cough C. reddened eyes D. swelling in hands
5. What inspired Ellen to start the program
A. To win a medal. B. To save her sister. C. To scan unique plants. D. To help people in need.
6. How does Ellen’s program work
A. By asking detailed questions about the symptoms.
B. By analyzing the text description of the symptoms.
C. By identifying the symptoms in uploaded photos.
D. By directly communicating with doctors for diagnosis.
7. Which words can best describe Ellen according to the text
A. stubborn but careful B. warm-hearted and outgoing
C. hardworking and committed D. innovative and caring
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. D
C
There was a time when a trip to the supermarket in the United States often ended with a seemingly simple question from the cashier: “Paper or plastic ” Well, which type of bag would you choose
While all types of bags have some influence on the environment, it has long been supposed that paper bags are kinder. They are made from a renewable source, break down easily, burn without giving off thick smoke and can be recycled. However, the producing process behind paper bags uses more energy than that of plastic ones. How can this be true
Studies show that paper bag production requires four times as much energy as plastic bag production. And the amount of water used to make paper bags is twenty times higher. Besides, the influence on forests is very serious. It takes about fourteen million trees to produce ten billion paper bags, which happens to be the number of bags used in the United States yearly. In terms of recycling, the idea that paper bags are more environmentally friendly than plastic ones can be quickly discarded. Research shows it requires about 98% less energy to recycle plastic than it does to recycle paper.
Even though paper bags might be more harmful than plastic ones, plastic still seems to be considered by governments as the more harmful of the two. In Ireland, for example, a tax has been introduced to discourage the use of plastic bags. People have to pay 22 cents for every plastic bag, and as a result, their use has dropped quickly.
There’s no doubt that it makes more sense to reuse these bags. However, we don’t seem to be doing that at present. Cloth bags are a better choice, but still, their production also has a bad influence on the environment. So what to do How should we answer the question of “Paper or plastic ” It seems that we first need to ask ourselves one more general question: “What can I do to help the environment ”
8. The question “Paper or plastic ” is used to ________.
A. introduce the topic B. attract customers’ attention
C. entertain customers D. promote paper bags
9. What do we learn from paragraph 3
A. Paper bags cause more pollution when burned. B. Paper bags will make us lose all the forests.
C. Paper bags are no greener than plastic ones. D. Paper bags aren’t made from renewable resources.
10. In Ireland, the use of plastic bags has dropped quickly because ________.
A. free plastic bags are no longer available B. the government has banned plastic bags
C. people realize the harm of plastic bags D. paper bags have become more popular
11. What may be the author’s recommendation
A. Always choose paper bags. B. Use the same bag many times.
C. Use more cloth bags. D. Stop using bags completely.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. A 11. B
D
An Israeli study has indicates plants make noise a bit when they are stressed from a lack of water or having their stems (茎) cut. The sounds are about the same volume (音量) as normal human conversation. However, the pitch (音高) is too high for people to hear.
The researchers believe insects, other mammals and maybe even other plants can probably hear the sound of the stressed plants. “Even in a quiet field, there are actually sounds we don’t hear, and those sounds carry information,” said Lilach Hadany, a professor from Tel Aviv University. “Some animals can hear these sounds, so there is a possibility that a lot of interaction is occurring.”
The researchers used microphones to record healthy and stressed tomato plants, and trained a machine learning algorithm (算法) to distinguish between unstressed plants, thirsty plants and cut plants. They found that stressed plants give out more sounds than unstressed ones. The sounds from stressed plants were like pops or clicks.
The study, published in the journal Cell, found thirsty plants began making noise before they visibly dehydrated, and the frequency of sounds reached the highest after five days with no water, before decreasing again as the plants dried up completely. Hadany said happy plants were found to make far fewer sounds. When tomato plants were not stressed at all, they were very quiet.
The study also found sound recordings of plants could be useful in agriculture to ensure crops get enough water and distribute water where it was needed most.
However, it’s unclear why plants produce these sounds and who might be listening. Professor Hadany said, “We are currently investigating the responses of other organisms, both animals and plants, to these sounds, and we’re also exploring our ability to identify and interpret the sounds in completely natural environments.”
12. In which of the following situation might plants make sounds
A. when they are played music. B. when their stems are broken
C. when they are enjoying sunlight D. when they are offered shelter
13. What is the closest meaning of the underlined word “dehydrated” in paragraph 4
A. dried out B. given out C. put out D. laid out
14. What is the main focus of Professor Hadany’s present research
A. Making plants produce louder sounds and apply them to practice.
B. Understanding why plants make sounds and the potential listeners.
C. Updating the knowledge of plants to humans and promote learning.
D. Developing a new machine learning algorithm to record plant sounds.
15. What is the best title of this passage
A. How Plants Talk with Each Other B. Plant Sounds: An Unexplored field
C. Uncovering the Secrets of Plant Noises D. The Sounds of Plants in Stress and Beyond
【答案】12. B 13. A 14. B 15. D
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
There’s an art to arranging pictures on a wall. ___16___. Are you trying to be surprising with your picture placement Are you trying to arouse curiosity or attract people’s attention to a particular artwork Once you’ve identified the goal, let the following general principles guide you.
Get the height right
Conventional wisdom says art should be hung at eye level. But “eye level” means different things to different people. So a basic rule is to hang pieces so that their centers are 56 to 60 inches above the floor. And if the art is going over furniture, aim to hang it 8 to 10 inches from the top of the sofa or whatever piece is beneath it. Whatever height you choose, keep in mind: from a psychological perspective, if it’s a scene from nature, for example, ___17___.
Take care when grouping pieces
When grouping art pieces to create a gallery wall, give priority to the thing that is most special. ___18___, ensuring there is a visually equal distance between one another. A good rule is to aim for two inches apart with smaller items, and at most six inches apart with larger works. In this case, it brings people a harmonious visual effect.
___19___
When arranging artwork in a group, look for one or two elements (元素) that repeat between the pieces, whether it’s a similar color, or a particular style of frame (框架). When they all share this common characteristic, the brain says, “Oh, this was meant to be,”—it becomes easier to process what you’ re looking at.
Create balance and symmetry (对称)
Research shows that humans prefer symmetry. A 2018 study from the University of Vienna found that both art history and psychology students at the university level prefer symmetrical patterns with art over asymmetrical ones; In other experiments, researchers in Rome found that visual symmetry even leads to positive mood changes in viewers.
Make a proper arrangement
Before you commit to the arrangement you have in mind by hammering (捶打) holes into a wall, lay out what you plan on the floor in advance to get a sense of how it will look. Consider this a rehearsal (彩排) for your personal art show. ___20___.
A. Locate a consistent link.
B. Ensure two important repeated elements.
C. Be mindful of the space between the frames.
D it’s most relaxing if it seems like we can step into it.
E. Once you’ve got the correct layout, hammer the nails.
F. it should be hung as high as possible to be more dramatic.
G. The first step is to think about what you’ re trying to achieve.
【答案】16. G 17. D 18. C 19. A 20. E
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15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。
When I was 8, my family moved into our brand-new home. My parents had adapted it to our own ___21___ needs and interests, including built-in bookshelves to ___22___ their hundreds of books and a large, bright sunroom to shelter all the plants my garden-loving father planned to grow. Unfortunately, a few months later, a heart attack ___23___ his life.
My mother, who never had ___24___ filled our sun room with low-light plants like ferns (蕨类植物), which consistently died off. Instead of giving up, she ___25___ over years and eventually got better through trial and error.
She never specifically said she wanted to become a better gardener as a way to keep my dad’s memory alive, but I knew the sight of the ___26___ could call to mind their happy time. It was a___27___ to her that at least part of the room always had plants growing in it.
Then last year, Mom experienced a series of ___28___ that landed her in hospital. As I was thoroughly ___29___ with tending her while raising kids and working, I felt ____30____ to the point of breakdown. ____31____, I always got recharged when ____32____ her plants, especially her enormous ferns—now at home in a more appropriate ____33____ spot.
Mom may not be with us much longer, for her health has ____34____ significantly. It’s my ____35____ to develop a green thumb—nursing her plants is a future source of comfort that we could be always together.
21. A. urgent B. particular C. basic D. formal
22. A. house B. contain C. keep D. hide
23. A. wasted B. affected C. threatened D. claimed
24. A. golden touch B. silver tongue C. brown thumbs D. green fingers
25. A. examined B. explored C. experimented D. discovered
26. A. books B. bookshelves C. plants D. home
27. A. comfort B. promise C. reward D. habit
28. A. rises B. climbs C. falls D. advances
29. A. disappointed B. occupied C. bored D. associated
30. A. energetic B. excited C. discouraged D. exhausted
31 A. Logically B. Systematically C. Magically D. Consequently
32. A. shouting at B. cleaning away C. cutting down D. caring for
33. A. warm B. shady C. sunny D. cold
34. A. improved B. declined C. changed D. increased
35. A. turn B. decision C. dream D. future
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. D 25. C 26. C 27. A 28. C 29. B 30. D 31. C 32. D 33. B 34. B 35. A
第二节 (共10题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Chinese hit video game Black Myth: Wukong has taken the gaming world by storm, ___36___ (sell) more than 10 million copies across all platforms in just three days after its release, developer Game Science announced on Friday night.
Considered the first Chinese-developed “Triple-A” title, Black Myth: Wukong ___37___ (top) the “most-played games” list on Steam, a leading gaming platform, ___38___ (mere) an hour after its release on Tuesday morning. Game Science revealed that ___39___ game’s maximum number of players playing at the same time across all platforms reached 3 million. Black Myth: Wukong draws ___40___ (inspire) from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, ___41___ follows the adventures of a monk and his three disciples. With a particular focus ___42___ Sun Wukong, the video game brings life to the legendary Monkey King ___43___ (know) for his supernatural powers and mischievous (淘气的) nature.
___44___ most players are from China, the game’s popularity is spreading rapidly worldwide. Its success has even boosted the stock ___45___ (price) of some companies and spurred tourism in Shanxi province.
【答案】36. selling
37. topped 38. merely
39. the 40. inspiration
41. which 42. on
43. known 44. Though##Although##While
45. prices
第四部分 应用文写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 现在选择骑自行车上学的学生越来越多，交通安全问题特别重要。假如你是李华，对此问题，请你根据以下要点写一篇短文向校英文报投稿。要点如下：
1.学生选择骑行上学的原因；2.自行车的优点；3.呼吁大家遵守交通规则。
注意：1.词数80左右；2.开头已给出，不计入总词数；3.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Recently, the number of students choosing to go to school by bike has been increasing all the time.
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【答案】Recently, the number of students choosing to go to school by bike has been increasing all the time. This trend is mainly due to the convenience and cost-effectiveness of cycling. Bicycles are environmentally friendly and help reduce traffic congestion. Moreover, cycling is a great form of exercise, promoting health and fitness among students. However, with the increase in cyclists, traffic safety becomes crucial. I urge everyone to strictly obey traffic rules, wear helmets, and be cautious on the road to ensure safety for all. Only in this way can we enjoy the benefits of cycling while staying safe. Let’s make our school commute safe and enjoyable.
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。
The cost of a smile
Kathy was a young woman in her 20’s who worked in a small restaurant as a waitress. One day, as she went about her shift with her usual angry look, a kind old man walked in and sat down at the counter. He read the menu and politely told her what he wanted.
Kathy took his order and yelled, “Your food will be ready soon.” As she turned to leave, the man said, “A smile costs nothing”. Kathy rolled her eyes at him and walked away.
She brought his order, cleared his plates, and gave him the bill, for which he left a nice tip.
Each time the old man saw her, he smiled and thanked her. This only made her angrier.
A week went by, and every day the man came for lunch and the same thing happened. And each time Kathy took his order he would say, “A smile costs nothing.”
But a week later, Kathy picked up a menu, wrote the words “1 SMILE … $20" at the bottom, and placed it on the counter for the kind old man to see.
He came, and Kathy waited for his reaction as he read the menu. The old man ordered his usual and added, “… and a smile, if you don’t mind”. Kathy was so surprised. She laughed out loud, “Now, now …” The man jokingly scolded. “I ordered a smile, not a laugh”. So Kathy put on a bright smile and said, “Coming right up, sir.” And to her surprise, he left $20 tip!
A few years went by, and the two bonded like family. Charlie, the kind old man, was a retired manager whose wife passed away long ago. He spent most of his time at home, with the exception of his frequent restaurant visits. Every day Kathy spent her break talking to him.
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。
Paragraph 1:
One day he didn’t come to the restaurant. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
Several days after the funeral(葬礼), Kathy received a very important-looking letter in the mail.
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【答案】One day he didn't come to the restaurant. Kathy couldn't concentrate on her work the whole day. Even when the restaurant was going to close, Charlie didn't show up, and she was trapped in anxiety. After work, Kathy hurried to Charlie's home, only to be told by his neighbors that he had passed away last night. Not until then did she know that he had fought against cancer alone during the past years. Kathy couldn't trust her ears when she heard this. At Charlie's funeral, the happy memories with Charlie kept flashing in her mind.
Several days after the funeral, Kathy received a very important-looking letter in the mail. She opened the letter with her hands shaking slightly. At the sight of the familiar handwriting, tears welled up in Kathy's eyes. Charlie expressed his gratitude for her company these years. It suddenly dawned on Kathy that with the help of Charlie, she transformed from the previous angry-looking waitress to a smiling girl. Only then did she realize the true meaning of smile: bring others warmth and company.
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