河北省邯郸市2024-2025学年高一上学期11月期中英语试题(无答案)
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高一年级期中考试
英语
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力 （共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the man do next
A. Make excuses. B. Argue with the woman. C. Leave the museum.
2. What is the woman probably doing
A. Taking photos. B. Pulling muscles. C. Examining a patient.
3. What does the man dislike about the camping bag
A. The size. B. The appearance. C. The weight.
4. What does the man think of the math modeling course
A. It deserves praise. B. It’s well organized. C. It is boring.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a restaurant. B. At home. C. In a supermarket.
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。每段对话和独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What happened to the man
A. He hurt his nose. B. He broke his leg. C. He slipped over.
7. How will the woman help the man
A. Fix his bone. B. Cover his nose. C. Stop the bleeding.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. An exhibition. B. A gallery. C. A painting.
9. How does the woman sound about the painting
A. Amazed. B. Annoyed. C. Pitiful.
10. When was the first exhibition held by Dogcasso
A. In 2015. B. In 2017. C. In 2019.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Why did the school introduce the new desks
A. To keep classroom lively. B. To help with schoolwork. C. To make students lose weight.
12. What do the students think of the desks
A. They are useless. B. They are helpful. C. They are uncomfortable.
13. How many classrooms have the new desks at present
A. 65. B. 24. C. 3.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. How does ChatGPT help with Jamie’s paper writing
A. By offering opinions. B. By organizing outlines. C. By providing information.
15. What type of books does ChatGPT like
A. Romances. B. Science fiction. C. Historical fiction.
16. What might Dr. Robert be
A. A writer. B. A researcher. C. A programmer.
17. Who likes Interstellar best
A. Devin. B. Jamie. C. Robert.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What will the weather be like in London next week
A. Rainy. B. Sunny. C. Foggy.
19. What does the hotel provide for people
A. Airport bus service. B. Toothbrushes. C. Free breakfast.
20. What does the speaker remind the listeners to do in the end
A. Bring their passports. B. Have fish and chips. C. Wear sunglasses.
第二部分 阅读 （共两节，满分50分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
New Books We’re Looking Forward to This Fall
The fall to-do list is long: There are apples to be picked, elections to vote in, and of course—so many new books to read! We sorted through the current and upcoming releases to find 4 titles you should watch out for this fall. Dive in!
Fiction
A Sunny Place for Shady People by Mariana Enriquez, translated by Megan McDowell (Sept.17). Enriquez has made a name for herself mixing supernatural horrors (ghosts. haunted houses, witches, that sort of thing) with the concrete horrors of everyday life in Argentina. Her last novel was a nearly 600-page work, but this newest one is a collection of short stories—like a pillowcase full of trick-or-treat candies.
The Great When by Alan Moore (Oet.1). The legendary comic book writer returns with his first novel since 2016’s Jerusalem. This new one takes place in postwar London, following a young bookshop employee named Dennis who finds a copy of a book from a different, more fantastical London.
The City and Its Uncertain Walls by Haruki Murakami, translated by Philip Gabriel (Nov.19). The latest novel from Japanese writer Haruki Murakami comes out in English this fall. It’s his first in six years, taking place in a fantastical kingdom where people read dreams and shadows can be free from their source. In classic Murakami fashion, the book touches on themes of loss, loneliness, and isolation.
Nonfiction
Sonny Boy: A Memoir by Al Pacino (Oct.15). It was Pacino’s mom that first used the nickname Sonny Boy. It comes from an Al Jolson song she used to sing to him. The book digs deep into old memories like this one, detailing his childhood in the South Bronx and how he fell in love with the craft of filmmaking.
21. Which of the following books is a collection of short stories rather than a novel
A. A Sunny Place for Shady People. B. The Great When.
C. The City and Its Uncertain Walls. D. Sonny Boy: A Memoir.
22. Where is the novel The Great When set
A. In Jerusalem. B. In Argentina. C. In London. D. In Japan.
23. What is the main content of Al Pacino’s memoir
A. His early career in Hollywood. B. His experiences as a director.
C. His relationship with his mother. D. His childhood memories and love for filmmaking.
B
Three pages of notes, more than 50 allusions （典故）, and about 30 rare characters in each paragraph. . . It’s hard to believe that the ancient Chinese-style prose （散文） piece Xiao Zhou Hou Fu (《小周后赋》) was written by a 17-year-old high school student.
This talented young writer is Chen Qihang, who attends Hangzhou High School in Zhejiang. “I had a dream about the Nan Tang Dynasty emperor Li Yu and his wife Xiao Zhouhou. In the dream, they asked me to explain to the world how they are misunderstood. This inspired me to write the prose,” Chen said.
The prose was first published in Hangzhou High School’s Literary Society magazine. It didn’t draw much attention until a history teacher of the school saw the article and posted it on his own social media izens rushed to comment and soon it became popular on social media.
Some people praised how amazing it is for a young student to have such a deep understanding of the ancient Chinese world. Some, however, said they felt that Chen was just trying to show off his skills by making the prose extremely difficult to read. “I understand why some people said that,” Chen said. “Fu is a genre （体裁） that stresses language beauty and rhetoric （修辞） in the first place; also, when I was writing it, I was trying to see how many allusions I could use within one prose. You can say that this is a test for myself.”
Chen also likes writing novels and poems. “The more Chinese literature I read and recite, the better I get at understanding the allusions, expressions and grammar,” Chen said. He also writes down sentences he likes as well as any inspiration he gains. Talking about why we should study ancient Chinese literature, which feels far from our daily lives, Chen mentioned that the true wisdom of Chinese culture is hidden in these old texts. “For anyone who wants to pass down the rich culture of our civilization, learning our history and knowing the road that led us here are key.”
In response to netizens comments, Chen opened his own social media account to explain his ideas behind the prose. “I will use the account to spread ancient Chinese knowledge,” Chen said.
24. What inspired Chen Qihang to write the prose piece Xiao Zhou Hou Fu
A. A dream about Li Yu and his wife. B. The request of his history teacher.
C. The desire to show his writing talent. D. The beauty of ancient Chinese literature.
25. How did Xiao Zhou Hou Fu gain widespread attention
A. It won a literary award.
B. It was published on a popular magazine.
C. It was shared by a history teacher on the Internet.
D. Chen Qihang posted it on his social media account.
26. What do we know about Chen Qihang’s prose
A. Chen intended it to attract a wide audience.
B. Its difficulty aroused debate among readers.
C. It was universally admired and accepted by everyone.
D. Its original lack of attention revealed its poor quality.
27. Why does Chen Qihang recommend studying ancient Chinese literature
A. To become a famous writer. B. To impress his teachers and classmates.
C. To create viral content on social media. D. To acquire the wisdom of Chinese culture.
C
Vacations are an important part of every person’s life. Following long seasons of hard work, it is great to get away from busy schedules and enjoy nature. The tourism industry is fully built around the need for vacations. While tourism is good, it has its dark side. The entire industry depends on nature, yet it tends to destroy what is left of natural resources.
Tourism is one of the leading contributors to climate change. According to the U. N. , tourism contributes up to 5% of all man-made emissions （排放）, with the rate expected to increase to 5.3% by 2030.
Besides emission-based pollution, tourism also contributes heavily to plastic pollution. According to the U. N. , at least eight out of ten tourists throw away single-use plastic, of which eight million tonnes end up in the ocean each year. This kind of pollution can be reduced by sustainable （可持续的） vacationing.
Sustainability can be achieved if we take steps to protect our natural resources. While vacationing allows us to enjoy the natural resources, the sustainable steps we take protect nature for future generations.
The term ecotourism is often used interchangeably with sustainable tourism. While they are related, they are not the same thing. Sustainability tends to take a more comprehensive （全面的） approach to preserving nature, and social and cultural practices. Meanwhile, ecotourism mainly focuses on protecting nature.
If we look at it comprehensively, both ecotourism and sustainable tourism are important principles （原则） to be embraced. There are some actions that can only be taken at policy （政策） development levels. However, there is a lot that can be done at a personal level. When it comes to ecotourism, your inspiration for others to take action is equally important. Unless you get your actions right, you may not be in a position to help others see the light.
28. Which of the following is not the harmful effect of tourism
A. Relying on nature. B. Causing plastic pollution.
C. Leading to climate change. D. Damaging natural resources.
29. How does the author explain the term “ecotourism” in the text
A. By comparing it with sustainable tourism.
B. By giving examples of ecotourism activities.
C. By describing the harmful effect of ecotourism.
D. By presenting historical development of ecotourism.
30. What does the underlined word “embraced” in the last paragraph mean
A. Forgotten. B. Accepted. C. Changed. D. Ignored.
31. What can we know from the text
A. Policy changes can solve the problems caused by tourism.
B. Ecotourism and sustainable tourism are completely different.
C. Each person can do a lot to support ecotourism and sustainable tourism.
D. The rate tourism contributes to man-made emissions will probably increase by 5.3%.
D
Stressed. Anxious. Tired. This is how many employees feel at work because of stressors like longer work hours and the need to do more with fewer resources. Such work stress has been shown to bring about anxiety and anger, and damage personal performance. Typically, there are two ways people try to deal with this stress. One is to simply power through—to focus on getting the stressful work done. The other common strategy is to back down—to temporarily （暂时地） disconnect from work and get away from the stressful environment.
Unfortunately, both “pushing through” and “getting away” have potential （潜在的） risk. Researches have long believed that we humans have limits in dealing with heavy workloads, which restrict our ability to always go all out. Continuing to make great efforts while stressed will simply tax us and lead to tiredness and damaged performance. While putting off the work can provide temporary relief, it does not address the real problems that cause stress in the first place. When we return from a break, we are not only faced with the same problems, but we may also experience additional guilt and anxiety.
So what else can employees do to weaken the ill effects of stress Researchers suggest a third option: focusing on learning. It means gathering new information, picking up a new skill, or seeking out mental challenges. Researchers found learning equips us with new abilities to address or even prevent future stressors. Additionally, taking time to reflect on what we know and learn new things helps us develop a sense of achievement. Plus, learning also helps connect us to a purpose of growth and development.
What specifically can you do to increase learning when faced with stress at work First, start from the inner heart. Practice viewing stressful work as challenges in your mind. It shifts your mindset and better prepares you to approach the task. Second, work and learn with others. Getting out and discussing a stressor with your peers and co-workers might have a deeper understanding. Third, shape learning activities as a new form of “work break” from your routine tasks at work.
32. According to paragraph 2, which of the following is the author in favor of
A. Our ability to power through can be limitless.
B. The problems will disappear after we have a break.
C. Putting off the stressful work will relieve our anxiety.
D. Forcing ourselves to work when we’re stressed does harm.
33. How many advantages of learning are mentioned in paragraph 3
A. One. B. Two. C. Three. D. Four.
34. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To inform the benefits of learning.
B. To guide us what to do to prevent stress.
C. To warn us stress has bad effects on humans.
D. To recommend a new option to handle stress.
35. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. More Breaks, Less Stress B. More Learning, Less Stress
C. More Efforts, Better Performance D. More Learning, More Achievements
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。
Want to keep good workers Praise them
America’s relationship with work has been weak lately. In surveys over the past couple of years, Gallup researchers have found only about a third of U. S. workers feel engaged with their jobs. It’s a concern for companies and the economy. 36
More recognition, more motivation
Meaningful feedback changes how people feel about their work. Employees who received high-quality recognition on the job were 45% less likely to have left that job between 2022 and 2024. Imagine if you’re doing things at work that nobody sees and you feel like nobody cares about. 37
An antidote （良药） to loneliness and stress
People feel less lonely when their contributions are praised. Recognition creates community and helps people feel connected to each other. 38 Those who said they felt recognized on the job reported lower levels of stress and burnout than those who said they were not recognized.
39
Andy Hernandez’s story proved this point. Initially working in car financing, he self-taught Excel to strengthen his skills at work. When he began sharing ideas using his newfound expertise, his managers recognized his efforts, motivating him to strive for even greater achievements.
Younger people expect more appreciation
Generational differences also play a role in the desire for feedback. Younger workers, who tend to have a looser relationship to their workplaces, have a higher expectation of appreciation. 40 More and more leaders reported their organizations value employee recognition.
A. You can imagine how that would be discouraged.
B. This is where the power of recognition comes in.
C. Recognition can drive professional development.
D. Recognition is also considered as a cure for stress.
E. Encouragingly, company leaders are increasingly recognizing the value of praise.
F. Consequently, they are more likely to stay with their employers.
G. Fortunately, researchers have find a fairly simple solution; recognition.
第三部分 语言运用 （共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Ni Zixin, a 16-year-old teenager, just became the focus at the 75th US Girls’ Junior Championship. With an amazing score of 131 total, Ni not only won the top 41 but also set a record for the best score ever 42 by a Chinese player in the event. Ni’s 43 into golf began at the age of 9. “I was 44 to golf by my friends. I spent an afternoon on the 45 and fell in love with the sport’s atmosphere,” Ni said.
Ni’s 46 quickly turned into a passion. Over the years, Ni has 47 herself to a strict training schedule, spending three to four afternoons a week on the golf 48 and half of her weekends doing practice sessions. Despite the often 49 weather, she never lost sight of her goal to improve.
Discussing the common 50 that golf is an exclusive （高档的） sport, Ni admits it has high entry barriers （准入门槛）, like 51 equipment （器材） and facilities （设施）. But she thinks with increased 52 and more events, more people can 53 and enjoy golf.
She aims to continue 54 her skills and compete in more international tournaments. “I hope to represent China in major 55 like the Asian Games and the Olympics and win gold medals,” Ni said.
41. A. destination B. class C. type D. position
42. A. decided B. agreed C. achieved D. registered
43. A. strategy B. courage C. path D. journal
44. A. introduced B. explored C. noticed D. reported
45. A. playgrounds B. greens C. campus D. classrooms
46. A. challenge B. impression C. lecture D. interest
47. A. recommended B. applied C. attracted D. asked
48. A. behaviour B. journey C. course D. package
49. A. challenging B. nice C. encouraging D. admiring
50. A. theory B. belief C. credit D. principle
51. A. formal B. senior C. expensive D. suitable
52. A. design B. experiment C. popularity D. schedule
53. A. experience B. honour C. master D. host
54. A. improving B. volunteering C. exchanging D. packing
55. A. spirits B. events C. performances D. groups
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Chinese compass, one of China’s Four Great Inventions, 56 (invent) during the Warring States Period. It was originally shaped like a spoon, with the handle 57 (point) south. Shen Kuo later improved it during the Song Dynasty, making it important for sea 58 (explore). The compass, 59 then spread to the Arab World and Europe, contributed to the discovery of new continents and helped shape world history. The compass works based on the Earth’s magnetic （有磁性的） field, a phenomenon （现象） discovered by observing how natural magnetite attracts iron filings （铁屑）. Before the compass was invented, sailors depended 60 celestial （天空的） navigation （导航）, using the sun and stars to find their way. The compass changed the game by allowing sailors 61 (determine) direction, even at night or in 62 (cloud) weather, greatly improving long-distance travel and discoveries. It is widely recognized that the North Star 63 (help) find the north, yet cannot be seen in the Southern Hemisphere （半球）. The compass, however, can point the way no matter where you are, making it 64 much more practical tool. Even today, the compass remains 65 (high) valuable in helping people find their way in unknown locations.
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
假定你是李华，你的外国朋友Peter计划来西安旅游，特向你写信咨询关于在西安旅行的建议。请你依据以下要点给他写一封建议信：
1. 提供建议；
2. 表达祝愿。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Peter, Yours sincerely, Li Hua
第二节 （满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was time for the annual Potato-Salad Contest in Russet Park. “Do you think you’ll win the Golden Potato again ” asked Brianna, Alexis’s younger sister. Alexis shook her head sadly. Because Grandpa wasn’t here to help this year. “I’ll help you,” Brianna said. The girls mixed boiled potato chunks, mustard （芥末）, mayonnaise （蛋黄酱）, and a little salt and pepper in a bowl.
But Alexis felt it didn’t taste right after she tried a bite of the salad. “What’s missing Something spicy ” she whispered to herself. Grandpa loved spicy （辛辣的） things so much. Right! Maybe he put a jalapeno pepper （墨西哥辣椒） in it. Immediately, she cut up a bright green jalapeno and added it to the bowl. It was closer, but it still didn’t taste right.
Soon, Dad knew the kids were making Grandpa’s famous potato salad. “We’re trying, but we’re missing some ingredients （配料）. Should we look in a cookbook ” Alexis asked Dad for help. Dad told her that Grandpa was never one to follow a recipe （食谱）. It was true. People loved Grandpa’s potato salad because it was one of a kind. Alexis remembered posing with Grandpa for a photo after they won last year.
Photo! That gave her an idea. She hurried to the bookcase and found an old photo album. “Maybe we’ll find clues （线索） in here,” she was wild with joy, opening it. Lots of pictures showed Grandma and Grandpa cooking together. One showed Grandpa pretending to cut Grandma’s turkey with a saw （锯）. In another, Grandma was patting Grandpa’s face with flour, leaving white handprints all over.
Dad laughed and told them Grandpa and Grandma loved to joke with each other, but he always called Grandma Honey. “Do you think he put honey in the potato salad ” Brianna asked. “It’s worth a try,” said Alexis. She stirred some honey into the bowl. But it still wasn’t quite right.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dad looked through the album, finding one photo showing Grandpa fishing. “Will you cut the onion, Dad ” Alexis asked.
英语
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力 （共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the man do next
A. Make excuses. B. Argue with the woman. C. Leave the museum.
2. What is the woman probably doing
A. Taking photos. B. Pulling muscles. C. Examining a patient.
3. What does the man dislike about the camping bag
A. The size. B. The appearance. C. The weight.
4. What does the man think of the math modeling course
A. It deserves praise. B. It’s well organized. C. It is boring.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a restaurant. B. At home. C. In a supermarket.
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。每段对话和独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What happened to the man
A. He hurt his nose. B. He broke his leg. C. He slipped over.
7. How will the woman help the man
A. Fix his bone. B. Cover his nose. C. Stop the bleeding.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. An exhibition. B. A gallery. C. A painting.
9. How does the woman sound about the painting
A. Amazed. B. Annoyed. C. Pitiful.
10. When was the first exhibition held by Dogcasso
A. In 2015. B. In 2017. C. In 2019.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Why did the school introduce the new desks
A. To keep classroom lively. B. To help with schoolwork. C. To make students lose weight.
12. What do the students think of the desks
A. They are useless. B. They are helpful. C. They are uncomfortable.
13. How many classrooms have the new desks at present
A. 65. B. 24. C. 3.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. How does ChatGPT help with Jamie’s paper writing
A. By offering opinions. B. By organizing outlines. C. By providing information.
15. What type of books does ChatGPT like
A. Romances. B. Science fiction. C. Historical fiction.
16. What might Dr. Robert be
A. A writer. B. A researcher. C. A programmer.
17. Who likes Interstellar best
A. Devin. B. Jamie. C. Robert.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What will the weather be like in London next week
A. Rainy. B. Sunny. C. Foggy.
19. What does the hotel provide for people
A. Airport bus service. B. Toothbrushes. C. Free breakfast.
20. What does the speaker remind the listeners to do in the end
A. Bring their passports. B. Have fish and chips. C. Wear sunglasses.
第二部分 阅读 （共两节，满分50分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
New Books We’re Looking Forward to This Fall
The fall to-do list is long: There are apples to be picked, elections to vote in, and of course—so many new books to read! We sorted through the current and upcoming releases to find 4 titles you should watch out for this fall. Dive in!
Fiction
A Sunny Place for Shady People by Mariana Enriquez, translated by Megan McDowell (Sept.17). Enriquez has made a name for herself mixing supernatural horrors (ghosts. haunted houses, witches, that sort of thing) with the concrete horrors of everyday life in Argentina. Her last novel was a nearly 600-page work, but this newest one is a collection of short stories—like a pillowcase full of trick-or-treat candies.
The Great When by Alan Moore (Oet.1). The legendary comic book writer returns with his first novel since 2016’s Jerusalem. This new one takes place in postwar London, following a young bookshop employee named Dennis who finds a copy of a book from a different, more fantastical London.
The City and Its Uncertain Walls by Haruki Murakami, translated by Philip Gabriel (Nov.19). The latest novel from Japanese writer Haruki Murakami comes out in English this fall. It’s his first in six years, taking place in a fantastical kingdom where people read dreams and shadows can be free from their source. In classic Murakami fashion, the book touches on themes of loss, loneliness, and isolation.
Nonfiction
Sonny Boy: A Memoir by Al Pacino (Oct.15). It was Pacino’s mom that first used the nickname Sonny Boy. It comes from an Al Jolson song she used to sing to him. The book digs deep into old memories like this one, detailing his childhood in the South Bronx and how he fell in love with the craft of filmmaking.
21. Which of the following books is a collection of short stories rather than a novel
A. A Sunny Place for Shady People. B. The Great When.
C. The City and Its Uncertain Walls. D. Sonny Boy: A Memoir.
22. Where is the novel The Great When set
A. In Jerusalem. B. In Argentina. C. In London. D. In Japan.
23. What is the main content of Al Pacino’s memoir
A. His early career in Hollywood. B. His experiences as a director.
C. His relationship with his mother. D. His childhood memories and love for filmmaking.
B
Three pages of notes, more than 50 allusions （典故）, and about 30 rare characters in each paragraph. . . It’s hard to believe that the ancient Chinese-style prose （散文） piece Xiao Zhou Hou Fu (《小周后赋》) was written by a 17-year-old high school student.
This talented young writer is Chen Qihang, who attends Hangzhou High School in Zhejiang. “I had a dream about the Nan Tang Dynasty emperor Li Yu and his wife Xiao Zhouhou. In the dream, they asked me to explain to the world how they are misunderstood. This inspired me to write the prose,” Chen said.
The prose was first published in Hangzhou High School’s Literary Society magazine. It didn’t draw much attention until a history teacher of the school saw the article and posted it on his own social media izens rushed to comment and soon it became popular on social media.
Some people praised how amazing it is for a young student to have such a deep understanding of the ancient Chinese world. Some, however, said they felt that Chen was just trying to show off his skills by making the prose extremely difficult to read. “I understand why some people said that,” Chen said. “Fu is a genre （体裁） that stresses language beauty and rhetoric （修辞） in the first place; also, when I was writing it, I was trying to see how many allusions I could use within one prose. You can say that this is a test for myself.”
Chen also likes writing novels and poems. “The more Chinese literature I read and recite, the better I get at understanding the allusions, expressions and grammar,” Chen said. He also writes down sentences he likes as well as any inspiration he gains. Talking about why we should study ancient Chinese literature, which feels far from our daily lives, Chen mentioned that the true wisdom of Chinese culture is hidden in these old texts. “For anyone who wants to pass down the rich culture of our civilization, learning our history and knowing the road that led us here are key.”
In response to netizens comments, Chen opened his own social media account to explain his ideas behind the prose. “I will use the account to spread ancient Chinese knowledge,” Chen said.
24. What inspired Chen Qihang to write the prose piece Xiao Zhou Hou Fu
A. A dream about Li Yu and his wife. B. The request of his history teacher.
C. The desire to show his writing talent. D. The beauty of ancient Chinese literature.
25. How did Xiao Zhou Hou Fu gain widespread attention
A. It won a literary award.
B. It was published on a popular magazine.
C. It was shared by a history teacher on the Internet.
D. Chen Qihang posted it on his social media account.
26. What do we know about Chen Qihang’s prose
A. Chen intended it to attract a wide audience.
B. Its difficulty aroused debate among readers.
C. It was universally admired and accepted by everyone.
D. Its original lack of attention revealed its poor quality.
27. Why does Chen Qihang recommend studying ancient Chinese literature
A. To become a famous writer. B. To impress his teachers and classmates.
C. To create viral content on social media. D. To acquire the wisdom of Chinese culture.
C
Vacations are an important part of every person’s life. Following long seasons of hard work, it is great to get away from busy schedules and enjoy nature. The tourism industry is fully built around the need for vacations. While tourism is good, it has its dark side. The entire industry depends on nature, yet it tends to destroy what is left of natural resources.
Tourism is one of the leading contributors to climate change. According to the U. N. , tourism contributes up to 5% of all man-made emissions （排放）, with the rate expected to increase to 5.3% by 2030.
Besides emission-based pollution, tourism also contributes heavily to plastic pollution. According to the U. N. , at least eight out of ten tourists throw away single-use plastic, of which eight million tonnes end up in the ocean each year. This kind of pollution can be reduced by sustainable （可持续的） vacationing.
Sustainability can be achieved if we take steps to protect our natural resources. While vacationing allows us to enjoy the natural resources, the sustainable steps we take protect nature for future generations.
The term ecotourism is often used interchangeably with sustainable tourism. While they are related, they are not the same thing. Sustainability tends to take a more comprehensive （全面的） approach to preserving nature, and social and cultural practices. Meanwhile, ecotourism mainly focuses on protecting nature.
If we look at it comprehensively, both ecotourism and sustainable tourism are important principles （原则） to be embraced. There are some actions that can only be taken at policy （政策） development levels. However, there is a lot that can be done at a personal level. When it comes to ecotourism, your inspiration for others to take action is equally important. Unless you get your actions right, you may not be in a position to help others see the light.
28. Which of the following is not the harmful effect of tourism
A. Relying on nature. B. Causing plastic pollution.
C. Leading to climate change. D. Damaging natural resources.
29. How does the author explain the term “ecotourism” in the text
A. By comparing it with sustainable tourism.
B. By giving examples of ecotourism activities.
C. By describing the harmful effect of ecotourism.
D. By presenting historical development of ecotourism.
30. What does the underlined word “embraced” in the last paragraph mean
A. Forgotten. B. Accepted. C. Changed. D. Ignored.
31. What can we know from the text
A. Policy changes can solve the problems caused by tourism.
B. Ecotourism and sustainable tourism are completely different.
C. Each person can do a lot to support ecotourism and sustainable tourism.
D. The rate tourism contributes to man-made emissions will probably increase by 5.3%.
D
Stressed. Anxious. Tired. This is how many employees feel at work because of stressors like longer work hours and the need to do more with fewer resources. Such work stress has been shown to bring about anxiety and anger, and damage personal performance. Typically, there are two ways people try to deal with this stress. One is to simply power through—to focus on getting the stressful work done. The other common strategy is to back down—to temporarily （暂时地） disconnect from work and get away from the stressful environment.
Unfortunately, both “pushing through” and “getting away” have potential （潜在的） risk. Researches have long believed that we humans have limits in dealing with heavy workloads, which restrict our ability to always go all out. Continuing to make great efforts while stressed will simply tax us and lead to tiredness and damaged performance. While putting off the work can provide temporary relief, it does not address the real problems that cause stress in the first place. When we return from a break, we are not only faced with the same problems, but we may also experience additional guilt and anxiety.
So what else can employees do to weaken the ill effects of stress Researchers suggest a third option: focusing on learning. It means gathering new information, picking up a new skill, or seeking out mental challenges. Researchers found learning equips us with new abilities to address or even prevent future stressors. Additionally, taking time to reflect on what we know and learn new things helps us develop a sense of achievement. Plus, learning also helps connect us to a purpose of growth and development.
What specifically can you do to increase learning when faced with stress at work First, start from the inner heart. Practice viewing stressful work as challenges in your mind. It shifts your mindset and better prepares you to approach the task. Second, work and learn with others. Getting out and discussing a stressor with your peers and co-workers might have a deeper understanding. Third, shape learning activities as a new form of “work break” from your routine tasks at work.
32. According to paragraph 2, which of the following is the author in favor of
A. Our ability to power through can be limitless.
B. The problems will disappear after we have a break.
C. Putting off the stressful work will relieve our anxiety.
D. Forcing ourselves to work when we’re stressed does harm.
33. How many advantages of learning are mentioned in paragraph 3
A. One. B. Two. C. Three. D. Four.
34. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To inform the benefits of learning.
B. To guide us what to do to prevent stress.
C. To warn us stress has bad effects on humans.
D. To recommend a new option to handle stress.
35. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. More Breaks, Less Stress B. More Learning, Less Stress
C. More Efforts, Better Performance D. More Learning, More Achievements
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。
Want to keep good workers Praise them
America’s relationship with work has been weak lately. In surveys over the past couple of years, Gallup researchers have found only about a third of U. S. workers feel engaged with their jobs. It’s a concern for companies and the economy. 36
More recognition, more motivation
Meaningful feedback changes how people feel about their work. Employees who received high-quality recognition on the job were 45% less likely to have left that job between 2022 and 2024. Imagine if you’re doing things at work that nobody sees and you feel like nobody cares about. 37
An antidote （良药） to loneliness and stress
People feel less lonely when their contributions are praised. Recognition creates community and helps people feel connected to each other. 38 Those who said they felt recognized on the job reported lower levels of stress and burnout than those who said they were not recognized.
39
Andy Hernandez’s story proved this point. Initially working in car financing, he self-taught Excel to strengthen his skills at work. When he began sharing ideas using his newfound expertise, his managers recognized his efforts, motivating him to strive for even greater achievements.
Younger people expect more appreciation
Generational differences also play a role in the desire for feedback. Younger workers, who tend to have a looser relationship to their workplaces, have a higher expectation of appreciation. 40 More and more leaders reported their organizations value employee recognition.
A. You can imagine how that would be discouraged.
B. This is where the power of recognition comes in.
C. Recognition can drive professional development.
D. Recognition is also considered as a cure for stress.
E. Encouragingly, company leaders are increasingly recognizing the value of praise.
F. Consequently, they are more likely to stay with their employers.
G. Fortunately, researchers have find a fairly simple solution; recognition.
第三部分 语言运用 （共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Ni Zixin, a 16-year-old teenager, just became the focus at the 75th US Girls’ Junior Championship. With an amazing score of 131 total, Ni not only won the top 41 but also set a record for the best score ever 42 by a Chinese player in the event. Ni’s 43 into golf began at the age of 9. “I was 44 to golf by my friends. I spent an afternoon on the 45 and fell in love with the sport’s atmosphere,” Ni said.
Ni’s 46 quickly turned into a passion. Over the years, Ni has 47 herself to a strict training schedule, spending three to four afternoons a week on the golf 48 and half of her weekends doing practice sessions. Despite the often 49 weather, she never lost sight of her goal to improve.
Discussing the common 50 that golf is an exclusive （高档的） sport, Ni admits it has high entry barriers （准入门槛）, like 51 equipment （器材） and facilities （设施）. But she thinks with increased 52 and more events, more people can 53 and enjoy golf.
She aims to continue 54 her skills and compete in more international tournaments. “I hope to represent China in major 55 like the Asian Games and the Olympics and win gold medals,” Ni said.
41. A. destination B. class C. type D. position
42. A. decided B. agreed C. achieved D. registered
43. A. strategy B. courage C. path D. journal
44. A. introduced B. explored C. noticed D. reported
45. A. playgrounds B. greens C. campus D. classrooms
46. A. challenge B. impression C. lecture D. interest
47. A. recommended B. applied C. attracted D. asked
48. A. behaviour B. journey C. course D. package
49. A. challenging B. nice C. encouraging D. admiring
50. A. theory B. belief C. credit D. principle
51. A. formal B. senior C. expensive D. suitable
52. A. design B. experiment C. popularity D. schedule
53. A. experience B. honour C. master D. host
54. A. improving B. volunteering C. exchanging D. packing
55. A. spirits B. events C. performances D. groups
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Chinese compass, one of China’s Four Great Inventions, 56 (invent) during the Warring States Period. It was originally shaped like a spoon, with the handle 57 (point) south. Shen Kuo later improved it during the Song Dynasty, making it important for sea 58 (explore). The compass, 59 then spread to the Arab World and Europe, contributed to the discovery of new continents and helped shape world history. The compass works based on the Earth’s magnetic （有磁性的） field, a phenomenon （现象） discovered by observing how natural magnetite attracts iron filings （铁屑）. Before the compass was invented, sailors depended 60 celestial （天空的） navigation （导航）, using the sun and stars to find their way. The compass changed the game by allowing sailors 61 (determine) direction, even at night or in 62 (cloud) weather, greatly improving long-distance travel and discoveries. It is widely recognized that the North Star 63 (help) find the north, yet cannot be seen in the Southern Hemisphere （半球）. The compass, however, can point the way no matter where you are, making it 64 much more practical tool. Even today, the compass remains 65 (high) valuable in helping people find their way in unknown locations.
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
假定你是李华，你的外国朋友Peter计划来西安旅游，特向你写信咨询关于在西安旅行的建议。请你依据以下要点给他写一封建议信：
1. 提供建议；
2. 表达祝愿。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Peter, Yours sincerely, Li Hua
第二节 （满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was time for the annual Potato-Salad Contest in Russet Park. “Do you think you’ll win the Golden Potato again ” asked Brianna, Alexis’s younger sister. Alexis shook her head sadly. Because Grandpa wasn’t here to help this year. “I’ll help you,” Brianna said. The girls mixed boiled potato chunks, mustard （芥末）, mayonnaise （蛋黄酱）, and a little salt and pepper in a bowl.
But Alexis felt it didn’t taste right after she tried a bite of the salad. “What’s missing Something spicy ” she whispered to herself. Grandpa loved spicy （辛辣的） things so much. Right! Maybe he put a jalapeno pepper （墨西哥辣椒） in it. Immediately, she cut up a bright green jalapeno and added it to the bowl. It was closer, but it still didn’t taste right.
Soon, Dad knew the kids were making Grandpa’s famous potato salad. “We’re trying, but we’re missing some ingredients （配料）. Should we look in a cookbook ” Alexis asked Dad for help. Dad told her that Grandpa was never one to follow a recipe （食谱）. It was true. People loved Grandpa’s potato salad because it was one of a kind. Alexis remembered posing with Grandpa for a photo after they won last year.
Photo! That gave her an idea. She hurried to the bookcase and found an old photo album. “Maybe we’ll find clues （线索） in here,” she was wild with joy, opening it. Lots of pictures showed Grandma and Grandpa cooking together. One showed Grandpa pretending to cut Grandma’s turkey with a saw （锯）. In another, Grandma was patting Grandpa’s face with flour, leaving white handprints all over.
Dad laughed and told them Grandpa and Grandma loved to joke with each other, but he always called Grandma Honey. “Do you think he put honey in the potato salad ” Brianna asked. “It’s worth a try,” said Alexis. She stirred some honey into the bowl. But it still wasn’t quite right.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dad looked through the album, finding one photo showing Grandpa fishing. “Will you cut the onion, Dad ” Alexis asked.