2024-2025学年福建省福州高级中学高三上学期第二阶段（期中）考试英语试卷（含答案）
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福州高级中学2024-2025学年第二阶段考试
高三英语试题
完卷时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分：听力（共两节，每小题1.5分，满分30分）
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.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. How does the man usually travel
A. By bus. B. By taxi. C. By train.
2. What will the woman probably do next
A. Go shopping. B. Buy a new phone. C. Call the man’s friend.
3. How does the man probably feel about camping in the forest
A. Crazy. B. Excited. C. Nervous.
4. What time is it now
A. 5:30 p. m. B. 6:00 p. m. C. 6:30 p. m..
5. What is the weather like today
A. Rainy. B. Cloudy. C. Windy.
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。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. Why has the woman probably missed work recently
A. Her daughter was sick. B. She had a baby. C. She just got married.
7. Where did the man learn the useful information
A. From a book. B. From his wife. C. From the Internet.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题.
8. In which country does the man have a vacation every year
A. Spain. B. Italy. C. France.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Co-workers. C. Brother and sister.
10. What do the speakers both like while on holiday
A. Walking in the hills. B. Making friends with local people.
C. Enjoying sightseeing at the famous places.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a clothing store. B. In an office. C. At a café.
12. Why does the man need to buy some suits
A. He is getting married. B. He is starting a new job.
C. He is attending a birthday dinner.
13. What color shoes does the woman recommend
A. Black. B. Blue. C. Grey.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题.
14. What does the woman do probably
A. A student. B. A musician. C. A librarian.
15. How soon must the man return the book
A. In one week. B. In two weeks. C. In three weeks.
16. What will the man probably do next
A. Prepare for his exam. B. Listen to some music. C. Take a course.
听第10段材料，回答第17至 20题.
17. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Spotting a lost tiger. B. Feeding a hungry tiger. C. Looking after a sick tiger.
18. Where did Max Kuss find the tiger
A. In a park. B. On the street. C. In a parking lot.
19. What made the tiger be called Watermelon
A. His nature. B. His appearance. C. His love for the fruit.
20. When was the tiger caught by the police
A. At 1:00 a. m. B. At 4:45 a. m. C. At 5:30 a. m.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 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。 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
A
Living in a dorm is definitely one of the best parts of the college experience. You finally get your own space that you can decorate however you want. However, it can be pretty hard to decide how you want to decorate your dorm room so that it’s the perfect, comfortable, personalized space. It’s important that your dorm feels like your home. The following are some ideas for the coolest room on campus.
Try decorative plants
With all of your classes, you probably won’t have time to keep real plants alive, but thankfully you can get some realistic-looking greens online to bring some grown-up vibes into the space.
Miracliy Artificial Rose Flower Garland $16 AT AMAZON Now 45% Off The Current Price RECUTMS Artificial Ivy With LED String Light $24 AT AMAZON
Add fun lights
You can go with the TikTok famous LED strip lights, or go with something a little softer, like a sunset lamp.
Tsrarey Sunset Lamp Projection $14 AT AMAZON Now 20% Off The Current Price Rossetta Star Projector, Galaxy Projector $36 AT AMAZON Now 40% Off The Current Price
Try temporary wallpaper
This is probably the easiest way to decorate your dorm room. Just pick a cute pattern or color, and then at the end of the year, peel it off and leave a clean slate for the next student.
RoomMates Pink and Orange Cheetah Cheetah Peel and Stick Wallpaper $44 AT AMAZON JiffDiff Peel and Stick Wallpaper $13 AT AMAZON
1. Why does the author recommend realistic-looking greens
A. You can decorate your dorm however you want.
B. It is pretty hard to choose a really personalized plant.
C. Realistic-looking greens are more beautiful than real plants.
D. Students may not have enough time to look after the real plants.
2. What is an advantage of trying temporary wallpaper
A. It is the cutest. B. It is the simplest.
C. It is the loveliest. D. It is the cleanest.
3 How much do you pay if you buy the Rose Flower Garland and the Sunset Lamp
A. $30. B. $27.2. C. $22.8. D. $20.
B
Robert was born on August 9 1910 in the Netherlands. His mother came from a family of musicians and piano manufacturers, a fact that greatly influenced Robert’s life. His father was a physician in army, a position which required frequent foreign postings. The family stayed in various areas of East Asia for most of Robert’s youth. This experience contributed to his appreciation for cultures and mastery of several languages.
Robert was a hardworking academic, collector of art and manuscripts, and translator of ancient writings. He studied and trained to become a master musician on the Chinese guqin, and eventually wrote two books on the instrument. Similarly, his skills as an artist in the traditional Chinese style and knowledge of calligraphy were unparalleled. He wrote and published a number of non-fiction, scholarly articles and books on Chinese music, art, and literature, as well as Chinese culture and folk legends.
In 1940, Robert came across a little-known and anonymous (匿名的)18th-century Chinese novel that would take his career down an unplanned pathway and result in the public fame he never anticipated. The novel, titled Four Great Strange Cases of Empress Wu’s Reign, was a fictional account of the deeds of Judge Dee, one of the heroes of traditional Chinese detective fiction, and was set in the 7th-century Tang Dynasty. Fascinated, Robert not only translated the novel into English, he also did some research on the history of Chinese Penal Code and other legal literature of the period. It was not until 1949 that Robert was able to publish his translation —Dee Goong An: Three Murder Cases Solved by Judge Dee. Robert’s Chinese mysteries comprise over 10 novels and short-story volumes, recording the career of Chinese detective called Di Renjie. Interestingly, the tales first found fame in oriental (东方的)editions, before being translated into English in 1957.
Through all the novels by Robert he impressively brings to life the sights and sounds of daily Chinese life in the past. His passionate devotion and respect for the Chinese culture was never discounted, yet he also appreciated the purpose of fiction.
4. What inspired Robert’s love for oriental culture
A. His language competence.
B. His previous stay in East Asia.
C. His mother’s good family background.
D. His father’s professional medical knowledge.
5. What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about
A. Robert’s passion for China. B. Robert’s music proficiency.
C. Robert’s early achievements. D. Robert’s learning experiences.
6. What contributed to Robert’s fame
A. He introduced western civilization to China.
B. He polished an existing Chinese fiction style.
C. He spread Chinese literature to a wider audience.
D. He conducted research on famous Chinese detectives.
7. Which of the following can best describe Robert’s translations
A. Vivid and faithful. B. Dramatic and realistic.
C. Accurate and humorous. D. Imaginary and accessible.
C
Businesses are now in cost-cutting mode. Title inflation (头衔通胀) has crept into the workplace. Layoffs, hiring freezes and concerns about a recession (经济衰退) are plaguing employers.
To balance this unique economic environment, employers have figured out a way to comfort employees and job applicants without spending more money. They are offering impressive titles to soften the blow of not providing a raise to internal employees or big compensation to job candidates.
An employee’s title is their identity. It gives them credibility in the office and makes them feel more powerful. In this sense, the policy is a sensible way to help keep staff and attract top candidates.
But if you don’t really deserve the new title, it could come back and trouble you. Recruiters will be pleased to find a candidate who is a pe rfect fit for a significant, well-paying position in terms of skills, background, and previous experience. However, a stumbling block arises when they notice the candidate has a higher title than the client offers. Since a recruiter wants to make a placement and earn a fee, they won’t waste time and will seek out other candidates who are a better fit.
Even if the recruiters decide to contact the candidate, there’s a good chance the candidate won’t accept. Because most people aren’t aware that their title was inflated and believe it was a reward for their outstanding performance. Understandably, they would be offended if they received a lower-level post. Now that you are at a certain level, you don’t want to go backward.
What’s more, if your current title is too high, it raises red flags. For example, when searching for a new job, if your title is “director,” but the new role is under that level, the interviewer will curiously inquire, “why do you want to go down in title ” There will be an assumption from the hiring manager that something isn’t right. They may feel that the job seeker is leaving before being fired and willing to downgrade. Rather than trying to figure out the motivations of the candidate, they’ll move on to others who have a cleaner story without any baggage.
8. What does the underlined word “plaguing” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A. Shocking. B. Embarrassing. C. Troubling. D. Confusing.
9. What can we learn about employees with impressive titles
A. They tend to look down upon others.
B. Their salaries don’t match their titles.
C. Their fear of being fired will disappear.
D. They get a good platform for development.
10. What will a recruiter probably do if a candidate’s title is higher than the client offers
A. Have a discussion with the client.
B. Contact the job applicant immediately.
C. Exclude the candidate from consideration.
D. Gather more information about the candidate.
11. What is hiring managers’ attitude towards those who choose to downgrade
A. Enthusiastic. B. Dismissive. C. Appreciative. D. Doubtful.
D
Despite all the efforts students make to graduate with a science major, research has shown that most college science courses provide students with only a fragmented (碎片化的) understanding of fundamental scientific concepts. The teaching method improves memorization of separate facts, proceeding from one textbook chapter to the next without necessarily making connections between them, instead of learning how to use the information and connect those facts meaningfully.
With that in mind, we developed a series of cross-disciplinary (跨学科的) activities. In our most recent study, we investigated how well college students could use their chemistry knowledge to explain real-world biological phenomena. To begin with, we interviewed 28 first-year college students majoring in sciences or engineering. All had taken both introductory chemistry and biology courses. We asked them to identify the content of these courses and what they believed to be the take-home messages from each course. The students responded with extensive lists of topics, concepts, and skills that they’d learned in class.
Following that, a set of cross-disciplinary activities were designed to guide students in the use of core chemistry ideas and knowledge to help explain real-world biological phenomena. One activity explored the impacts of ocean acidification on seashells. Here, the students were asked to use basic chemistry ideas to explain how the increasing level of carbon dioxide in sea water is affecting shell-building marine animals such as corals, clams (蛤蜊) and oysters.
Overall, the students felt confident of their chemistry knowledge. However, they had a harder time applying the same chemistry knowledge to explaining the biological phenomena. These findings highlight that a big gap remains between what students learn in their science courses and how well prepared they are to apply that information.
The students in our study also reported that these activities helped them see links between the two disciplines that they wouldn’t have perceived otherwise. The ability to make these connections is important beyond the classroom as well, because it’s the basis of science literacy (科学素养). So we also came away with evidence that our chemistry students at least would like to have the ability to have a deeper understanding of science and how to apply it.
12. What does the existing science education fail to do according to the research
A. Promote memorization of separate facts.
B. Understand fragmented scientific concepts.
C. Encourage students to enjoy the learning process.
D. Teach students to integrate different subjects.
13. What can we learn about the student interviewees in the first step of study
A. They had rich academic knowledge.
B. They paid little attention to biology courses.
C. They managed to apply their chemistry knowledge.
D. They hardly identified the core ideas of the courses.
14. What does the activity about ocean acidification expect students to do
A. Study some unusual phenomena under the sea.
B. Interpret the effects of carbon dioxide on sea creatures.
C. Analyze the level of carbon dioxide in sea water.
D. Come up with practical methods to protect marine animals.
15. What does the author see from the result of the study according to the last paragraph
A. The need to study scientific knowledge in class.
B. The difficulties of developing cross-disciplinary abilities.
C. The potential to promote students’ science literacy.
D. The methods of enhancing students’ practical skills.
第二节 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.（共5 小题.每小题2分，满分10分）
Once upon a time, sewing and mending (缝补) clothes was common. At some point in the last few decades, though, it became something of a lost art. ____16____ Schools stopped offering home economics classes, technology boomed and fast fashion became increasingly popular. All of a sudden, it’s more inconvenient to fix something than it is to buy something new.
But all hope is not lost. ____17____ On one of the most pleasant corners of the Internet, you’ll find lots of videos showcasing everything from visible mending to beginner sewing journeys.
____18____ Mending is a great way to reject consumerism. As any eco-expert will tell you, the best thing you can do is buy less to begin with. That means shopping for quality items that will stand the test of time, but also learning a few key skills so you can repair those items as needed rather than sentencing them to life in an already-overflowing landfill. It’s also helpful to customize (改制) secondhand items which might not be exactly the right size or a little out of date. ____19____
Beyond the functional benefits, mending is about using what you have, embracing imperfections, fixing what’s broken, and rejecting the idea that newer is better. The other aspect of mending is mindfulness. You focus on the task at hand and use your creativity to make your clothes unique. It’s meditative (冥想的), slow work. ____20____ And an added bonus: It’s sustainable.
If you are interested in sewing and mending, it is the perfect time to learn the new skill, which can especially have a positive impact on the world.
A. Why should you learn to mend
B. This is a means of making a living.
C. It’s productive, and deeply satisfying.
D. Purchasing secondhand clothes is a good choice.
E. Why have people stopped mending their clothing
F. This way, you may find yourself upcycling pieces into ones that suit you.
G. In the past few years, there’s been growing interest in slow fashion — sewing and mending.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分25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.
Last year we were stuck in a little restaurant in France on Christmas Eve. My wife ___21___ for us in French. Somehow, the waiter brought us the wrong meal, so I scolded her angrily. She began to cry and I felt even___22___. Everything had gone wrong. There was no Christmas ___23___ in our hearts.
Suddenly, in came an old flower woman who went from table to table but no one ___24___ any. Tiredly she sat down at a table where a young sailor finished his meal. He stood up and ___25___ two corsages (小花束), smiling, “How much are they ” “Two francs, Monsieur.” He then ___26___ the woman a 20-franc note, leaning over and ___27___ her ancient cheek. “My Christmas present to you.” Then, ___28___, he came to our table, gave my wife a corsage, ___29___ us a Merry Christmas, and departed.
Everyone had stopped eating. Everyone was silent. A few seconds later, Christmas ___30___ throughout the restaurant like a bomb. The flower woman jumped up, waving the 20-franc ___31___, and did a merry dance. She was so ___32___ and appeared 20 years younger. My wife waved her corsage in time with the rhythm and the___33___ had left her eyes.
___34___ the Christmas spirit in his soul, the young sailor released the ___35___ and joy hidden by anger within us. He gave us Christmas!
21. A. ordered B. prayed C. waited D. interpreted
22 A. more concerned B. worse C. guiltier D. more scary
23. A. holiday B. service C. spirit D. gift
24 A. admired B. accepted C. paid D. bought
25. A. checked out B. picked out C. brought out D. carried out
26. A. dropped B. handed C. sent D. wrote
27. A. observing B. touching C. kissing D. stroking
28. A. unexpectedly B. unfortunately C. uncomfortably D. unwillingly
29. A. sang B. told C. gave D. wished
30. A. arrived B. floated C. happened D. exploded
31. A. cheque B. bill C. receipt D. debt
32. A. quick B. surprised C. happy D. moved
33. A. excitement B. fear C. sadness D. regret
34. A. Because of B. Instead of C. Apart from D. As for
35. A. romance B. energy C. life D. love
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。
An exhibition titled “Learn from the Past and Know the Future: China’s Archaeological (考古学的) Achievements in the New Era” is taking place at the National Museum of China. Nearly 400 of the most recently____36____(unearth) cultural relics from the collections of 43 museums and archaeological institutions are ____37____(current) on display.
The exhibits cover a wide range of periods ____38____ include a variety of fields. The exhibition vividly describes the history of human origins, the ____39____(form) of Chinese civilization and its development within the boundaries of China. One striking part of the exhibition is the hand axes,____40____ are fundamental tools that were created and used by early humans. They are characterized by both their aesthetic and practical ____41____(function). Bronzeware is another eye- catching part of the exhibition. A bronze box ____42____ Yuncheng, Shanxi Province that____43____(date) back to the Spring and Autumn period is famous for its elegant design. And a string- patterned stove vividly reflects the significant role that the Silk Road played in connecting China with the world.
It is also worth ____44____(note) that the design of the exhibition hall was inspired by the unique spatial structures of the archaeological sites, offering audiences the chance ____45____(understand) the relationship between archaeological work and its outcomes better.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你校刚刚结束了一场以“美丽的祖国”(Beautiful Motherland)为主题的摄影比赛。你的作品荣获一等奖。请你给校英文报投稿分享这次经历，内容包括：
1.介绍你的作品；
2.你的感想。
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。
Beautiful Motherland in My Picture
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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。
One day in first grade, I was walking home when a black dog suddenly ran out from a yard near the corner of our street. I stopped and saw a side of dogs I’d never experienced. Staring at me, he began to circle me. Scared, I tried to walk away. The moment my back was turned, he seized my ankle. His teeth locked into my flesh. I screamed and kicked until he let go. I ran home, with the dog chasing me until he gave up near my house.
I ran into the house, crying so hard that my mother couldn’t understand what had happened. Once my wounds were cleaned and bandaged (包扎), I told her, “A dog bit me, Mommy. It hurt.” I felt more betrayed than scared—— one of the animals I loved had hurt me for no reason. “I’ll never trust another dog again,” I said.
That night, my nightmares grew worse. My fear of dogs grew so intense that I refused to visit my grandfather’s farm, where he had a dog I used to love. I became so terrified that my mom had to walk me past the house where the dog lived every day, and I struggled to focus at school. My teacher contacted my mother and my mom was determined to help me get over this fear.
“Gail, you need to overcome this fear,” my mom said as we walked home. “Remember my friend Emma She has a black Lab named Chips, and she’s invited us to meet him.”
Dread filled me. “No, Mommy, please! I hate dogs. They want to hurt me!”
“Not Chips,” she said, smiling. “I promise it won’t happen.”
Unwillingly, we went to Emma’s house. My heart raced as she opened the door, revealing Chips wagging his tail. “Hello, Chips,” my mom greeted him. As Chips wagged (摇) his tail, I couldn’t shake off the fear that still remained from the previous attack. I know I should greet him too but I was frozen by fear.
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。
With my mom’s gentle encouragement, I knew I had to try.
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I continued to pat him, feeling something had changed in my mind.
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答案
完卷时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分：听力（共两节，每小题1.5分，满分30分）
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.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. How does the man usually travel
A. By bus. B. By taxi. C. By train.
2. What will the woman probably do next
A. Go shopping. B. Buy a new phone. C. Call the man’s friend.
3. How does the man probably feel about camping in the forest
A. Crazy. B. Excited. C. Nervous.
4. What time is it now
A. 5:30 p. m. B. 6:00 p. m. C. 6:30 p. m..
5. What is the weather like today
A. Rainy. B. Cloudy. C. Windy.
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。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. Why has the woman probably missed work recently
A. Her daughter was sick. B. She had a baby. C. She just got married.
7. Where did the man learn the useful information
A. From a book. B. From his wife. C. From the Internet.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题.
8. In which country does the man have a vacation every year
A. Spain. B. Italy. C. France.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Co-workers. C. Brother and sister.
10. What do the speakers both like while on holiday
A. Walking in the hills. B. Making friends with local people.
C. Enjoying sightseeing at the famous places.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a clothing store. B. In an office. C. At a café.
12. Why does the man need to buy some suits
A. He is getting married. B. He is starting a new job.
C. He is attending a birthday dinner.
13. What color shoes does the woman recommend
A. Black. B. Blue. C. Grey.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题.
14. What does the woman do probably
A. A student. B. A musician. C. A librarian.
15. How soon must the man return the book
A. In one week. B. In two weeks. C. In three weeks.
16. What will the man probably do next
A. Prepare for his exam. B. Listen to some music. C. Take a course.
听第10段材料，回答第17至 20题.
17. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Spotting a lost tiger. B. Feeding a hungry tiger. C. Looking after a sick tiger.
18. Where did Max Kuss find the tiger
A. In a park. B. On the street. C. In a parking lot.
19. What made the tiger be called Watermelon
A. His nature. B. His appearance. C. His love for the fruit.
20. When was the tiger caught by the police
A. At 1:00 a. m. B. At 4:45 a. m. C. At 5:30 a. m.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 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。 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
A
Living in a dorm is definitely one of the best parts of the college experience. You finally get your own space that you can decorate however you want. However, it can be pretty hard to decide how you want to decorate your dorm room so that it’s the perfect, comfortable, personalized space. It’s important that your dorm feels like your home. The following are some ideas for the coolest room on campus.
Try decorative plants
With all of your classes, you probably won’t have time to keep real plants alive, but thankfully you can get some realistic-looking greens online to bring some grown-up vibes into the space.
Miracliy Artificial Rose Flower Garland $16 AT AMAZON Now 45% Off The Current Price RECUTMS Artificial Ivy With LED String Light $24 AT AMAZON
Add fun lights
You can go with the TikTok famous LED strip lights, or go with something a little softer, like a sunset lamp.
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Try temporary wallpaper
This is probably the easiest way to decorate your dorm room. Just pick a cute pattern or color, and then at the end of the year, peel it off and leave a clean slate for the next student.
RoomMates Pink and Orange Cheetah Cheetah Peel and Stick Wallpaper $44 AT AMAZON JiffDiff Peel and Stick Wallpaper $13 AT AMAZON
1. Why does the author recommend realistic-looking greens
A. You can decorate your dorm however you want.
B. It is pretty hard to choose a really personalized plant.
C. Realistic-looking greens are more beautiful than real plants.
D. Students may not have enough time to look after the real plants.
2. What is an advantage of trying temporary wallpaper
A. It is the cutest. B. It is the simplest.
C. It is the loveliest. D. It is the cleanest.
3. How much do you pay if you buy the Rose Flower Garland and the Sunset Lamp
A. $30. B. $27.2. C. $22.8. D. $20.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. D
B
Robert was born on August 9 1910 in the Netherlands. His mother came from a family of musicians and piano manufacturers, a fact that greatly influenced Robert’s life. His father was a physician in army, a position which required frequent foreign postings. The family stayed in various areas of East Asia for most of Robert’s youth. This experience contributed to his appreciation for cultures and mastery of several languages.
Robert was a hardworking academic collector of art and manuscripts, and translator of ancient writings. He studied and trained to become a master musician on the Chinese guqin, and eventually wrote two books on the instrument. Similarly, his skills as an artist in the traditional Chinese style and knowledge of calligraphy were unparalleled. He wrote and published a number of non-fiction, scholarly articles and books on Chinese music, art, and literature, as well as Chinese culture and folk legends.
In 1940, Robert came across a little-known and anonymous (匿名的)18th-century Chinese novel that would take his career down an unplanned pathway and result in the public fame he never anticipated. The novel, titled Four Great Strange Cases of Empress Wu’s Reign, was a fictional account of the deeds of Judge Dee, one of the heroes of traditional Chinese detective fiction, and was set in the 7th-century Tang Dynasty. Fascinated, Robert not only translated the novel into English, he also did some research on the history of Chinese Penal Code and other legal literature of the period. It was not until 1949 that Robert was able to publish his translation —Dee Goong An: Three Murder Cases Solved by Judge Dee. Robert’s Chinese mysteries comprise over 10 novels and short-story volumes, recording the career of Chinese detective called Di Renjie. Interestingly, the tales first found fame in oriental (东方的)editions, before being translated into English in 1957.
Through all the novels by Robert, he impressively brings to life the sights and sounds of daily Chinese life in the past. His passionate devotion and respect for the Chinese culture was never discounted, yet he also appreciated the purpose of fiction.
4. What inspired Robert’s love for oriental culture
A. His language competence.
B. His previous stay in East Asia.
C. His mother’s good family background.
D. His father’s professional medical knowledge.
5. What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about
A. Robert’s passion for China. B. Robert’s music proficiency.
C. Robert’s early achievements. D. Robert’s learning experiences.
6. What contributed to Robert’s fame
A. He introduced western civilization to China.
B. He polished an existing Chinese fiction style.
C. He spread Chinese literature to a wider audience.
D. He conducted research on famous Chinese detectives.
7. Which of the following can best describe Robert’s translations
A. Vivid and faithful. B. Dramatic and realistic.
C. Accurate and humorous. D. Imaginary and accessible.
【答案】4. B 5. C 6. C 7. A
C
Businesses are now in cost-cutting mode. Title inflation (头衔通胀) has crept into the workplace. Layoffs, hiring freezes and concerns about a recession (经济衰退) are plaguing employers.
To balance this unique economic environment, employers have figured out a way to comfort employees and job applicants without spending more money. They are offering impressive titles to soften the blow of not providing a raise to internal employees or big compensation to job candidates.
An employee’s title is their identity. It gives them credibility in the office and makes them feel more powerful. In this sense, the policy is a sensible way to help keep staff and attract top candidates.
But if you don’t really deserve the new title, it could come back and trouble you. Recruiters will be pleased to find a candidate who is a pe rfect fit for a significant, well-paying position in terms of skills, background, and previous experience. However, a stumbling block arises when they notice the candidate has a higher title than the client offers. Since a recruiter wants to make a placement and earn a fee, they won’t waste time and will seek out other candidates who are a better fit.
Even if the recruiters decide to contact the candidate, there’s a good chance the candidate won’t accept. Because most people aren’t aware that their title was inflated and believe it was a reward for their outstanding performance. Understandably, they would be offended if they received a lower-level post. Now that you are at a certain level, you don’t want to go backward.
What’s more, if your current title is too high, it raises red flags. For example, when searching for a new job, if your title is “director,” but the new role is under that level, the interviewer will curiously inquire, “why do you want to go down in title ” There will be an assumption from the hiring manager that something isn’t right. They may feel that the job seeker is leaving before being fired and willing to downgrade. Rather than trying to figure out the motivations of the candidate, they’ll move on to others who have a cleaner story without any baggage.
8. What does the underlined word “plaguing” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A. Shocking. B. Embarrassing. C. Troubling. D. Confusing.
9. What can we learn about employees with impressive titles
A. They tend to look down upon others.
B. Their salaries don’t match their titles.
C. Their fear of being fired will disappear.
D. They get a good platform for development.
10. What will a recruiter probably do if a candidate’s title is higher than the client offers
A. Have a discussion with the client.
B. Contact the job applicant immediately.
C. Exclude the candidate from consideration.
D. Gather more information about the candidate.
11. What is hiring managers’ attitude towards those who choose to downgrade
A. Enthusiastic. B. Dismissive. C. Appreciative. D. Doubtful.
【答案】8. C 9. B 10. C 11. D
D
Despite all the efforts students make to graduate with a science major, research has shown that most college science courses provide students with only a fragmented (碎片化的) understanding of fundamental scientific concepts. The teaching method improves memorization of separate facts, proceeding from one textbook chapter to the next without necessarily making connections between them, instead of learning how to use the information and connect those facts meaningfully.
With that in mind, we developed a series of cross-disciplinary (跨学科的) activities. In our most recent study, we investigated how well college students could use their chemistry knowledge to explain real-world biological phenomena. To begin with, we interviewed 28 first-year college students majoring in sciences or engineering. All had taken both introductory chemistry and biology courses. We asked them to identify the content of these courses and what they believed to be the take-home messages from each course. The students responded with extensive lists of topics, concepts, and skills that they’d learned in class.
Following that, a set of cross-disciplinary activities were designed to guide students in the use of core chemistry ideas and knowledge to help explain real-world biological phenomena. One activity explored the impacts of ocean acidification on seashells. Here, the students were asked to use basic chemistry ideas to explain how the increasing level of carbon dioxide in sea water is affecting shell-building marine animals such as corals, clams (蛤蜊) and oysters.
Overall, the students felt confident of their chemistry knowledge. However, they had a harder time applying the same chemistry knowledge to explaining the biological phenomena. These findings highlight that a big gap remains between what students learn in their science courses and how well prepared they are to apply that information.
The students in our study also reported that these activities helped them see links between the two disciplines that they wouldn’t have perceived otherwise. The ability to make these connections is important beyond the classroom as well, because it’s the basis of science literacy (科学素养). So we also came away with evidence that our chemistry students at least would like to have the ability to have a deeper understanding of science and how to apply it.
12. What does the existing science education fail to do according to the research
A. Promote memorization of separate facts.
B. Understand fragmented scientific concepts.
C. Encourage students to enjoy the learning process.
D. Teach students to integrate different subjects.
13. What can we learn about the student interviewees in the first step of study
A. They had rich academic knowledge.
B. They paid little attention to biology courses.
C. They managed to apply their chemistry knowledge.
D. They hardly identified the core ideas of the courses.
14. What does the activity about ocean acidification expect students to do
A. Study some unusual phenomena under the sea.
B. Interpret the effects of carbon dioxide on sea creatures.
C. Analyze the level of carbon dioxide in sea water.
D. Come up with practical methods to protect marine animals.
15. What does the author see from the result of the study according to the last paragraph
A. The need to study scientific knowledge in class.
B. The difficulties of developing cross-disciplinary abilities.
C. The potential to promote students’ science literacy.
D The methods of enhancing students’ practical skills.
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. B 15. C
第二节 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.（共5 小题.每小题2分，满分10分）
Once upon a time, sewing and mending (缝补) clothes was common. At some point in the last few decades, though, it became something of a lost art. ____16____ Schools stopped offering home economics classes, technology boomed and fast fashion became increasingly popular. All of a sudden, it’s more inconvenient to fix something than it is to buy something new.
But all hope is not lost. ____17____ On one of the most pleasant corners of the Internet, you’ll find lots of videos showcasing everything from visible mending to beginner sewing journeys.
____18____ Mending is a great way to reject consumerism. As any eco-expert will tell you, the best thing you can do is buy less to begin with. That means shopping for quality items that will stand the test of time, but also learning a few key skills so you can repair those items as needed rather than sentencing them to life in an already-overflowing landfill. It’s also helpful to customize (改制) secondhand items which might not be exactly the right size or a little out of date. ____19____
Beyond the functional benefits, mending is about using what you have, embracing imperfections, fixing what’s broken, and rejecting the idea that newer is better. The other aspect of mending is mindfulness. You focus on the task at hand and use your creativity to make your clothes unique. It’s meditative (冥想的), slow work. ____20____ And an added bonus: It’s sustainable.
If you are interested in sewing and mending, it is the perfect time to learn the new skill, which can especially have a positive impact on the world.
A. Why should you learn to mend
B. This is a means of making a living.
C. It’s productive, and deeply satisfying.
D. Purchasing secondhand clothes is a good choice.
E. Why have people stopped mending their clothing
F. This way, you may find yourself upcycling pieces into ones that suit you.
G. In the past few years, there’s been growing interest in slow fashion — sewing and mending.
【答案】16. E 17. G 18. A 19. F 20. C
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分25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.
Last year we were stuck in a little restaurant in France on Christmas Eve. My wife ___21___ for us in French. Somehow the waiter brought us the wrong meal, so I scolded her angrily. She began to cry and I felt even___22___. Everything had gone wrong. There was no Christmas ___23___ in our hearts.
Suddenly, in came an old flower woman who went from table to table but no one ___24___ any. Tiredly she sat down at a table where a young sailor finished his meal. He stood up and ___25___ two corsages (小花束), smiling, “How much are they ” “Two francs, Monsieur.” He then ___26___ the woman a 20-franc note, leaning over and ___27___ her ancient cheek. “My Christmas present to you.” Then, ___28___, he came to our table, gave my wife a corsage, ___29___ us a Merry Christmas, and departed.
Everyone had stopped eating. Everyone was silent. A few seconds later, Christmas ___30___ throughout the restaurant like a bomb. The flower woman jumped up, waving the 20-franc ___31___, and did a merry dance. She was so ___32___ and appeared 20 years younger. My wife waved her corsage in time with the rhythm and the___33___ had left her eyes.
___34___ the Christmas spirit in his soul, the young sailor released the ___35___ and joy hidden by anger within us. He gave us Christmas!
21. A. ordered B. prayed C. waited D. interpreted
22. A. more concerned B. worse C. guiltier D. more scary
23. A. holiday B. service C. spirit D. gift
24. A. admired B. accepted C. paid D. bought
25. A. checked out B. picked out C. brought out D. carried out
26. A. dropped B. handed C. sent D. wrote
27. A. observing B. touching C. kissing D. stroking
28. A. unexpectedly B. unfortunately C. uncomfortably D. unwillingly
29. A. sang B. told C. gave D. wished
30. A. arrived B. floated C. happened D. exploded
31. A. cheque B. bill C. receipt D. debt
32. A. quick B. surprised C. happy D. moved
33. A. excitement B. fear C. sadness D. regret
34. A. Because of B. Instead of C. Apart from D. As for
35. A. romance B. energy C. life D. love
【答案】21. A 22. B 23. C 24. D 25. B 26. B 27. C 28. A 29. D 30. D 31. B 32. C 33. C 34. A 35. D
第二节（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
An exhibition titled “Learn from the Past and Know the Future: China’s Archaeological (考古学的) Achievements in the New Era” is taking place at the National Museum of China. Nearly 400 of the most recently____36____(unearth) cultural relics from the collections of 43 museums and archaeological institutions are ____37____(current) on display.
The exhibits cover a wide range of periods ____38____ include a variety of fields. The exhibition vividly describes the history of human origins, the ____39____(form) of Chinese civilization and its development within the boundaries of China. One striking part of the exhibition is the hand axes,____40____ are fundamental tools that were created and used by early humans. They are characterized by both their aesthetic and practical ____41____(function). Bronzeware is another eye- catching part of the exhibition. A bronze box ____42____ Yuncheng, Shanxi Province that____43____(date) back to the Spring and Autumn period is famous for its elegant design. And a string- patterned stove vividly reflects the significant role that the Silk Road played in connecting China with the world.
It is also worth ____44____(note) that the design of the exhibition hall was inspired by the unique spatial structures of the archaeological sites, offering audiences the chance ____45____(understand) the relationship between archaeological work and its outcomes better.
【答案】36. unearthed
37. currently
38. and 39. formation
40. which 41. functions
42. from 43. dates
44. noting 45. to understand
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你校刚刚结束了一场以“美丽的祖国”(Beautiful Motherland)为主题的摄影比赛。你的作品荣获一等奖。请你给校英文报投稿分享这次经历，内容包括：
1.介绍你的作品；
2.你的感想。
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。
Beautiful Motherland in My Picture
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】 Beautiful Motherland in My Picture
In the photography competition themed “Beautiful Motherland”, my entry won the first prize!
I submitted a photo of a vast golden wheat field under the setting sun. The gentle breeze made the wheat waves ripple, and the warm glow of the setting sun painted the entire field with a layer of golden light. This scene reminded me of the hardworking farmers and their bountiful harvest.
I am extremely thrilled and honored to have won the award. This contest has not only allowed me to show the beauty of our motherland but also made me appreciate the charm of nature and the efforts of our people. It has inspired me to keep observing and recording the wonderful moments of our country with my camera.
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。
One day in first grade, I was walking home when a black dog suddenly ran out from a yard near the corner of our street. I stopped and saw a side of dogs I’d never experienced. Staring at me, he began to circle me. Scared, I tried to walk away. The moment my back was turned, he seized my ankle. His teeth locked into my flesh. I screamed and kicked until he let go. I ran home, with the dog chasing me until he gave up near my house.
I ran into the house, crying so hard that my mother couldn’t understand what had happened. Once my wounds were cleaned and bandaged (包扎), I told her, “A dog bit me, Mommy. It hurt.” I felt more betrayed than scared—— one of the animals I loved had hurt me for no reason. “I’ll never trust another dog again,” I said.
That night, my nightmares grew worse. My fear of dogs grew so intense that I refused to visit my grandfather’s farm, where he had a dog I used to love. I became so terrified that my mom had to walk me past the house where the dog lived every day, and I struggled to focus at school. My teacher contacted my mother and my mom was determined to help me get over this fear.
“Gail, you need to overcome this fear,” my mom said as we walked home. “Remember my friend Emma She has a black Lab named Chips, and she’s invited us to meet him.”
Dread filled me. “No, Mommy, please! I hate dogs. They want to hurt me!”
“Not Chips,” she said, smiling. “I promise it won’t happen.”
Unwillingly, we went to Emma’s house. My heart raced as she opened the door, revealing Chips wagging his tail. “Hello, Chips,” my mom greeted him. As Chips wagged (摇) his tail, I couldn’t shake off the fear that still remained from the previous attack. I know I should greet him too but I was frozen by fear.
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。
With my mom’s gentle encouragement, I knew I had to try.
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I continued to pat him, feeling something had changed in my mind.
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【答案】With my mom’s gentle encouragement, I knew I had to try. I took a deep breath and slowly reached out my hand towards Chips. My fingers trembled as I extended them towards him and for a moment, I hesitated. Memories of past fear surged through my mind, but I pushed them aside. I closed my eyes briefly and forced myself to touch him. To my surprise, instead of barking or pulling away, Chips simply wagged his tail and leaned into my hand. The softness of his fur under my fingers was comforting, and a small smile crept onto my face.
I continued to pat him, feeling something had changed in my mind. Chips wagged his tail, his eyes filled with kindness, not aggression. I sat back, watching him settle at my feet, and the weight of the fear I had carried for so long began to lift. My mom smiled, clearly noticing the change in me, and I smile back. I had thought that all dogs wanted to hurt me, but Chips had proven me wrong. For the first time since the attack, I felt like I could let go of my fear and start to trust again. Only then did I realize that to conquer fear is the beginning of growth.
高三英语试题
完卷时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分：听力（共两节，每小题1.5分，满分30分）
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.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. How does the man usually travel
A. By bus. B. By taxi. C. By train.
2. What will the woman probably do next
A. Go shopping. B. Buy a new phone. C. Call the man’s friend.
3. How does the man probably feel about camping in the forest
A. Crazy. B. Excited. C. Nervous.
4. What time is it now
A. 5:30 p. m. B. 6:00 p. m. C. 6:30 p. m..
5. What is the weather like today
A. Rainy. B. Cloudy. C. Windy.
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。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. Why has the woman probably missed work recently
A. Her daughter was sick. B. She had a baby. C. She just got married.
7. Where did the man learn the useful information
A. From a book. B. From his wife. C. From the Internet.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题.
8. In which country does the man have a vacation every year
A. Spain. B. Italy. C. France.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Co-workers. C. Brother and sister.
10. What do the speakers both like while on holiday
A. Walking in the hills. B. Making friends with local people.
C. Enjoying sightseeing at the famous places.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a clothing store. B. In an office. C. At a café.
12. Why does the man need to buy some suits
A. He is getting married. B. He is starting a new job.
C. He is attending a birthday dinner.
13. What color shoes does the woman recommend
A. Black. B. Blue. C. Grey.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题.
14. What does the woman do probably
A. A student. B. A musician. C. A librarian.
15. How soon must the man return the book
A. In one week. B. In two weeks. C. In three weeks.
16. What will the man probably do next
A. Prepare for his exam. B. Listen to some music. C. Take a course.
听第10段材料，回答第17至 20题.
17. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Spotting a lost tiger. B. Feeding a hungry tiger. C. Looking after a sick tiger.
18. Where did Max Kuss find the tiger
A. In a park. B. On the street. C. In a parking lot.
19. What made the tiger be called Watermelon
A. His nature. B. His appearance. C. His love for the fruit.
20. When was the tiger caught by the police
A. At 1:00 a. m. B. At 4:45 a. m. C. At 5:30 a. m.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 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。 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
A
Living in a dorm is definitely one of the best parts of the college experience. You finally get your own space that you can decorate however you want. However, it can be pretty hard to decide how you want to decorate your dorm room so that it’s the perfect, comfortable, personalized space. It’s important that your dorm feels like your home. The following are some ideas for the coolest room on campus.
Try decorative plants
With all of your classes, you probably won’t have time to keep real plants alive, but thankfully you can get some realistic-looking greens online to bring some grown-up vibes into the space.
Miracliy Artificial Rose Flower Garland $16 AT AMAZON Now 45% Off The Current Price RECUTMS Artificial Ivy With LED String Light $24 AT AMAZON
Add fun lights
You can go with the TikTok famous LED strip lights, or go with something a little softer, like a sunset lamp.
Tsrarey Sunset Lamp Projection $14 AT AMAZON Now 20% Off The Current Price Rossetta Star Projector, Galaxy Projector $36 AT AMAZON Now 40% Off The Current Price
Try temporary wallpaper
This is probably the easiest way to decorate your dorm room. Just pick a cute pattern or color, and then at the end of the year, peel it off and leave a clean slate for the next student.
RoomMates Pink and Orange Cheetah Cheetah Peel and Stick Wallpaper $44 AT AMAZON JiffDiff Peel and Stick Wallpaper $13 AT AMAZON
1. Why does the author recommend realistic-looking greens
A. You can decorate your dorm however you want.
B. It is pretty hard to choose a really personalized plant.
C. Realistic-looking greens are more beautiful than real plants.
D. Students may not have enough time to look after the real plants.
2. What is an advantage of trying temporary wallpaper
A. It is the cutest. B. It is the simplest.
C. It is the loveliest. D. It is the cleanest.
3 How much do you pay if you buy the Rose Flower Garland and the Sunset Lamp
A. $30. B. $27.2. C. $22.8. D. $20.
B
Robert was born on August 9 1910 in the Netherlands. His mother came from a family of musicians and piano manufacturers, a fact that greatly influenced Robert’s life. His father was a physician in army, a position which required frequent foreign postings. The family stayed in various areas of East Asia for most of Robert’s youth. This experience contributed to his appreciation for cultures and mastery of several languages.
Robert was a hardworking academic, collector of art and manuscripts, and translator of ancient writings. He studied and trained to become a master musician on the Chinese guqin, and eventually wrote two books on the instrument. Similarly, his skills as an artist in the traditional Chinese style and knowledge of calligraphy were unparalleled. He wrote and published a number of non-fiction, scholarly articles and books on Chinese music, art, and literature, as well as Chinese culture and folk legends.
In 1940, Robert came across a little-known and anonymous (匿名的)18th-century Chinese novel that would take his career down an unplanned pathway and result in the public fame he never anticipated. The novel, titled Four Great Strange Cases of Empress Wu’s Reign, was a fictional account of the deeds of Judge Dee, one of the heroes of traditional Chinese detective fiction, and was set in the 7th-century Tang Dynasty. Fascinated, Robert not only translated the novel into English, he also did some research on the history of Chinese Penal Code and other legal literature of the period. It was not until 1949 that Robert was able to publish his translation —Dee Goong An: Three Murder Cases Solved by Judge Dee. Robert’s Chinese mysteries comprise over 10 novels and short-story volumes, recording the career of Chinese detective called Di Renjie. Interestingly, the tales first found fame in oriental (东方的)editions, before being translated into English in 1957.
Through all the novels by Robert he impressively brings to life the sights and sounds of daily Chinese life in the past. His passionate devotion and respect for the Chinese culture was never discounted, yet he also appreciated the purpose of fiction.
4. What inspired Robert’s love for oriental culture
A. His language competence.
B. His previous stay in East Asia.
C. His mother’s good family background.
D. His father’s professional medical knowledge.
5. What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about
A. Robert’s passion for China. B. Robert’s music proficiency.
C. Robert’s early achievements. D. Robert’s learning experiences.
6. What contributed to Robert’s fame
A. He introduced western civilization to China.
B. He polished an existing Chinese fiction style.
C. He spread Chinese literature to a wider audience.
D. He conducted research on famous Chinese detectives.
7. Which of the following can best describe Robert’s translations
A. Vivid and faithful. B. Dramatic and realistic.
C. Accurate and humorous. D. Imaginary and accessible.
C
Businesses are now in cost-cutting mode. Title inflation (头衔通胀) has crept into the workplace. Layoffs, hiring freezes and concerns about a recession (经济衰退) are plaguing employers.
To balance this unique economic environment, employers have figured out a way to comfort employees and job applicants without spending more money. They are offering impressive titles to soften the blow of not providing a raise to internal employees or big compensation to job candidates.
An employee’s title is their identity. It gives them credibility in the office and makes them feel more powerful. In this sense, the policy is a sensible way to help keep staff and attract top candidates.
But if you don’t really deserve the new title, it could come back and trouble you. Recruiters will be pleased to find a candidate who is a pe rfect fit for a significant, well-paying position in terms of skills, background, and previous experience. However, a stumbling block arises when they notice the candidate has a higher title than the client offers. Since a recruiter wants to make a placement and earn a fee, they won’t waste time and will seek out other candidates who are a better fit.
Even if the recruiters decide to contact the candidate, there’s a good chance the candidate won’t accept. Because most people aren’t aware that their title was inflated and believe it was a reward for their outstanding performance. Understandably, they would be offended if they received a lower-level post. Now that you are at a certain level, you don’t want to go backward.
What’s more, if your current title is too high, it raises red flags. For example, when searching for a new job, if your title is “director,” but the new role is under that level, the interviewer will curiously inquire, “why do you want to go down in title ” There will be an assumption from the hiring manager that something isn’t right. They may feel that the job seeker is leaving before being fired and willing to downgrade. Rather than trying to figure out the motivations of the candidate, they’ll move on to others who have a cleaner story without any baggage.
8. What does the underlined word “plaguing” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A. Shocking. B. Embarrassing. C. Troubling. D. Confusing.
9. What can we learn about employees with impressive titles
A. They tend to look down upon others.
B. Their salaries don’t match their titles.
C. Their fear of being fired will disappear.
D. They get a good platform for development.
10. What will a recruiter probably do if a candidate’s title is higher than the client offers
A. Have a discussion with the client.
B. Contact the job applicant immediately.
C. Exclude the candidate from consideration.
D. Gather more information about the candidate.
11. What is hiring managers’ attitude towards those who choose to downgrade
A. Enthusiastic. B. Dismissive. C. Appreciative. D. Doubtful.
D
Despite all the efforts students make to graduate with a science major, research has shown that most college science courses provide students with only a fragmented (碎片化的) understanding of fundamental scientific concepts. The teaching method improves memorization of separate facts, proceeding from one textbook chapter to the next without necessarily making connections between them, instead of learning how to use the information and connect those facts meaningfully.
With that in mind, we developed a series of cross-disciplinary (跨学科的) activities. In our most recent study, we investigated how well college students could use their chemistry knowledge to explain real-world biological phenomena. To begin with, we interviewed 28 first-year college students majoring in sciences or engineering. All had taken both introductory chemistry and biology courses. We asked them to identify the content of these courses and what they believed to be the take-home messages from each course. The students responded with extensive lists of topics, concepts, and skills that they’d learned in class.
Following that, a set of cross-disciplinary activities were designed to guide students in the use of core chemistry ideas and knowledge to help explain real-world biological phenomena. One activity explored the impacts of ocean acidification on seashells. Here, the students were asked to use basic chemistry ideas to explain how the increasing level of carbon dioxide in sea water is affecting shell-building marine animals such as corals, clams (蛤蜊) and oysters.
Overall, the students felt confident of their chemistry knowledge. However, they had a harder time applying the same chemistry knowledge to explaining the biological phenomena. These findings highlight that a big gap remains between what students learn in their science courses and how well prepared they are to apply that information.
The students in our study also reported that these activities helped them see links between the two disciplines that they wouldn’t have perceived otherwise. The ability to make these connections is important beyond the classroom as well, because it’s the basis of science literacy (科学素养). So we also came away with evidence that our chemistry students at least would like to have the ability to have a deeper understanding of science and how to apply it.
12. What does the existing science education fail to do according to the research
A. Promote memorization of separate facts.
B. Understand fragmented scientific concepts.
C. Encourage students to enjoy the learning process.
D. Teach students to integrate different subjects.
13. What can we learn about the student interviewees in the first step of study
A. They had rich academic knowledge.
B. They paid little attention to biology courses.
C. They managed to apply their chemistry knowledge.
D. They hardly identified the core ideas of the courses.
14. What does the activity about ocean acidification expect students to do
A. Study some unusual phenomena under the sea.
B. Interpret the effects of carbon dioxide on sea creatures.
C. Analyze the level of carbon dioxide in sea water.
D. Come up with practical methods to protect marine animals.
15. What does the author see from the result of the study according to the last paragraph
A. The need to study scientific knowledge in class.
B. The difficulties of developing cross-disciplinary abilities.
C. The potential to promote students’ science literacy.
D. The methods of enhancing students’ practical skills.
第二节 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.（共5 小题.每小题2分，满分10分）
Once upon a time, sewing and mending (缝补) clothes was common. At some point in the last few decades, though, it became something of a lost art. ____16____ Schools stopped offering home economics classes, technology boomed and fast fashion became increasingly popular. All of a sudden, it’s more inconvenient to fix something than it is to buy something new.
But all hope is not lost. ____17____ On one of the most pleasant corners of the Internet, you’ll find lots of videos showcasing everything from visible mending to beginner sewing journeys.
____18____ Mending is a great way to reject consumerism. As any eco-expert will tell you, the best thing you can do is buy less to begin with. That means shopping for quality items that will stand the test of time, but also learning a few key skills so you can repair those items as needed rather than sentencing them to life in an already-overflowing landfill. It’s also helpful to customize (改制) secondhand items which might not be exactly the right size or a little out of date. ____19____
Beyond the functional benefits, mending is about using what you have, embracing imperfections, fixing what’s broken, and rejecting the idea that newer is better. The other aspect of mending is mindfulness. You focus on the task at hand and use your creativity to make your clothes unique. It’s meditative (冥想的), slow work. ____20____ And an added bonus: It’s sustainable.
If you are interested in sewing and mending, it is the perfect time to learn the new skill, which can especially have a positive impact on the world.
A. Why should you learn to mend
B. This is a means of making a living.
C. It’s productive, and deeply satisfying.
D. Purchasing secondhand clothes is a good choice.
E. Why have people stopped mending their clothing
F. This way, you may find yourself upcycling pieces into ones that suit you.
G. In the past few years, there’s been growing interest in slow fashion — sewing and mending.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分25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.
Last year we were stuck in a little restaurant in France on Christmas Eve. My wife ___21___ for us in French. Somehow, the waiter brought us the wrong meal, so I scolded her angrily. She began to cry and I felt even___22___. Everything had gone wrong. There was no Christmas ___23___ in our hearts.
Suddenly, in came an old flower woman who went from table to table but no one ___24___ any. Tiredly she sat down at a table where a young sailor finished his meal. He stood up and ___25___ two corsages (小花束), smiling, “How much are they ” “Two francs, Monsieur.” He then ___26___ the woman a 20-franc note, leaning over and ___27___ her ancient cheek. “My Christmas present to you.” Then, ___28___, he came to our table, gave my wife a corsage, ___29___ us a Merry Christmas, and departed.
Everyone had stopped eating. Everyone was silent. A few seconds later, Christmas ___30___ throughout the restaurant like a bomb. The flower woman jumped up, waving the 20-franc ___31___, and did a merry dance. She was so ___32___ and appeared 20 years younger. My wife waved her corsage in time with the rhythm and the___33___ had left her eyes.
___34___ the Christmas spirit in his soul, the young sailor released the ___35___ and joy hidden by anger within us. He gave us Christmas!
21. A. ordered B. prayed C. waited D. interpreted
22 A. more concerned B. worse C. guiltier D. more scary
23. A. holiday B. service C. spirit D. gift
24 A. admired B. accepted C. paid D. bought
25. A. checked out B. picked out C. brought out D. carried out
26. A. dropped B. handed C. sent D. wrote
27. A. observing B. touching C. kissing D. stroking
28. A. unexpectedly B. unfortunately C. uncomfortably D. unwillingly
29. A. sang B. told C. gave D. wished
30. A. arrived B. floated C. happened D. exploded
31. A. cheque B. bill C. receipt D. debt
32. A. quick B. surprised C. happy D. moved
33. A. excitement B. fear C. sadness D. regret
34. A. Because of B. Instead of C. Apart from D. As for
35. A. romance B. energy C. life D. love
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。
An exhibition titled “Learn from the Past and Know the Future: China’s Archaeological (考古学的) Achievements in the New Era” is taking place at the National Museum of China. Nearly 400 of the most recently____36____(unearth) cultural relics from the collections of 43 museums and archaeological institutions are ____37____(current) on display.
The exhibits cover a wide range of periods ____38____ include a variety of fields. The exhibition vividly describes the history of human origins, the ____39____(form) of Chinese civilization and its development within the boundaries of China. One striking part of the exhibition is the hand axes,____40____ are fundamental tools that were created and used by early humans. They are characterized by both their aesthetic and practical ____41____(function). Bronzeware is another eye- catching part of the exhibition. A bronze box ____42____ Yuncheng, Shanxi Province that____43____(date) back to the Spring and Autumn period is famous for its elegant design. And a string- patterned stove vividly reflects the significant role that the Silk Road played in connecting China with the world.
It is also worth ____44____(note) that the design of the exhibition hall was inspired by the unique spatial structures of the archaeological sites, offering audiences the chance ____45____(understand) the relationship between archaeological work and its outcomes better.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你校刚刚结束了一场以“美丽的祖国”(Beautiful Motherland)为主题的摄影比赛。你的作品荣获一等奖。请你给校英文报投稿分享这次经历，内容包括：
1.介绍你的作品；
2.你的感想。
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。
Beautiful Motherland in My Picture
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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。
One day in first grade, I was walking home when a black dog suddenly ran out from a yard near the corner of our street. I stopped and saw a side of dogs I’d never experienced. Staring at me, he began to circle me. Scared, I tried to walk away. The moment my back was turned, he seized my ankle. His teeth locked into my flesh. I screamed and kicked until he let go. I ran home, with the dog chasing me until he gave up near my house.
I ran into the house, crying so hard that my mother couldn’t understand what had happened. Once my wounds were cleaned and bandaged (包扎), I told her, “A dog bit me, Mommy. It hurt.” I felt more betrayed than scared—— one of the animals I loved had hurt me for no reason. “I’ll never trust another dog again,” I said.
That night, my nightmares grew worse. My fear of dogs grew so intense that I refused to visit my grandfather’s farm, where he had a dog I used to love. I became so terrified that my mom had to walk me past the house where the dog lived every day, and I struggled to focus at school. My teacher contacted my mother and my mom was determined to help me get over this fear.
“Gail, you need to overcome this fear,” my mom said as we walked home. “Remember my friend Emma She has a black Lab named Chips, and she’s invited us to meet him.”
Dread filled me. “No, Mommy, please! I hate dogs. They want to hurt me!”
“Not Chips,” she said, smiling. “I promise it won’t happen.”
Unwillingly, we went to Emma’s house. My heart raced as she opened the door, revealing Chips wagging his tail. “Hello, Chips,” my mom greeted him. As Chips wagged (摇) his tail, I couldn’t shake off the fear that still remained from the previous attack. I know I should greet him too but I was frozen by fear.
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。
With my mom’s gentle encouragement, I knew I had to try.
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I continued to pat him, feeling something had changed in my mind.
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答案
完卷时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分：听力（共两节，每小题1.5分，满分30分）
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.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. How does the man usually travel
A. By bus. B. By taxi. C. By train.
2. What will the woman probably do next
A. Go shopping. B. Buy a new phone. C. Call the man’s friend.
3. How does the man probably feel about camping in the forest
A. Crazy. B. Excited. C. Nervous.
4. What time is it now
A. 5:30 p. m. B. 6:00 p. m. C. 6:30 p. m..
5. What is the weather like today
A. Rainy. B. Cloudy. C. Windy.
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。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. Why has the woman probably missed work recently
A. Her daughter was sick. B. She had a baby. C. She just got married.
7. Where did the man learn the useful information
A. From a book. B. From his wife. C. From the Internet.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题.
8. In which country does the man have a vacation every year
A. Spain. B. Italy. C. France.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Co-workers. C. Brother and sister.
10. What do the speakers both like while on holiday
A. Walking in the hills. B. Making friends with local people.
C. Enjoying sightseeing at the famous places.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a clothing store. B. In an office. C. At a café.
12. Why does the man need to buy some suits
A. He is getting married. B. He is starting a new job.
C. He is attending a birthday dinner.
13. What color shoes does the woman recommend
A. Black. B. Blue. C. Grey.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题.
14. What does the woman do probably
A. A student. B. A musician. C. A librarian.
15. How soon must the man return the book
A. In one week. B. In two weeks. C. In three weeks.
16. What will the man probably do next
A. Prepare for his exam. B. Listen to some music. C. Take a course.
听第10段材料，回答第17至 20题.
17. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Spotting a lost tiger. B. Feeding a hungry tiger. C. Looking after a sick tiger.
18. Where did Max Kuss find the tiger
A. In a park. B. On the street. C. In a parking lot.
19. What made the tiger be called Watermelon
A. His nature. B. His appearance. C. His love for the fruit.
20. When was the tiger caught by the police
A. At 1:00 a. m. B. At 4:45 a. m. C. At 5:30 a. m.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 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。 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
A
Living in a dorm is definitely one of the best parts of the college experience. You finally get your own space that you can decorate however you want. However, it can be pretty hard to decide how you want to decorate your dorm room so that it’s the perfect, comfortable, personalized space. It’s important that your dorm feels like your home. The following are some ideas for the coolest room on campus.
Try decorative plants
With all of your classes, you probably won’t have time to keep real plants alive, but thankfully you can get some realistic-looking greens online to bring some grown-up vibes into the space.
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Add fun lights
You can go with the TikTok famous LED strip lights, or go with something a little softer, like a sunset lamp.
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Try temporary wallpaper
This is probably the easiest way to decorate your dorm room. Just pick a cute pattern or color, and then at the end of the year, peel it off and leave a clean slate for the next student.
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1. Why does the author recommend realistic-looking greens
A. You can decorate your dorm however you want.
B. It is pretty hard to choose a really personalized plant.
C. Realistic-looking greens are more beautiful than real plants.
D. Students may not have enough time to look after the real plants.
2. What is an advantage of trying temporary wallpaper
A. It is the cutest. B. It is the simplest.
C. It is the loveliest. D. It is the cleanest.
3. How much do you pay if you buy the Rose Flower Garland and the Sunset Lamp
A. $30. B. $27.2. C. $22.8. D. $20.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. D
B
Robert was born on August 9 1910 in the Netherlands. His mother came from a family of musicians and piano manufacturers, a fact that greatly influenced Robert’s life. His father was a physician in army, a position which required frequent foreign postings. The family stayed in various areas of East Asia for most of Robert’s youth. This experience contributed to his appreciation for cultures and mastery of several languages.
Robert was a hardworking academic collector of art and manuscripts, and translator of ancient writings. He studied and trained to become a master musician on the Chinese guqin, and eventually wrote two books on the instrument. Similarly, his skills as an artist in the traditional Chinese style and knowledge of calligraphy were unparalleled. He wrote and published a number of non-fiction, scholarly articles and books on Chinese music, art, and literature, as well as Chinese culture and folk legends.
In 1940, Robert came across a little-known and anonymous (匿名的)18th-century Chinese novel that would take his career down an unplanned pathway and result in the public fame he never anticipated. The novel, titled Four Great Strange Cases of Empress Wu’s Reign, was a fictional account of the deeds of Judge Dee, one of the heroes of traditional Chinese detective fiction, and was set in the 7th-century Tang Dynasty. Fascinated, Robert not only translated the novel into English, he also did some research on the history of Chinese Penal Code and other legal literature of the period. It was not until 1949 that Robert was able to publish his translation —Dee Goong An: Three Murder Cases Solved by Judge Dee. Robert’s Chinese mysteries comprise over 10 novels and short-story volumes, recording the career of Chinese detective called Di Renjie. Interestingly, the tales first found fame in oriental (东方的)editions, before being translated into English in 1957.
Through all the novels by Robert, he impressively brings to life the sights and sounds of daily Chinese life in the past. His passionate devotion and respect for the Chinese culture was never discounted, yet he also appreciated the purpose of fiction.
4. What inspired Robert’s love for oriental culture
A. His language competence.
B. His previous stay in East Asia.
C. His mother’s good family background.
D. His father’s professional medical knowledge.
5. What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about
A. Robert’s passion for China. B. Robert’s music proficiency.
C. Robert’s early achievements. D. Robert’s learning experiences.
6. What contributed to Robert’s fame
A. He introduced western civilization to China.
B. He polished an existing Chinese fiction style.
C. He spread Chinese literature to a wider audience.
D. He conducted research on famous Chinese detectives.
7. Which of the following can best describe Robert’s translations
A. Vivid and faithful. B. Dramatic and realistic.
C. Accurate and humorous. D. Imaginary and accessible.
【答案】4. B 5. C 6. C 7. A
C
Businesses are now in cost-cutting mode. Title inflation (头衔通胀) has crept into the workplace. Layoffs, hiring freezes and concerns about a recession (经济衰退) are plaguing employers.
To balance this unique economic environment, employers have figured out a way to comfort employees and job applicants without spending more money. They are offering impressive titles to soften the blow of not providing a raise to internal employees or big compensation to job candidates.
An employee’s title is their identity. It gives them credibility in the office and makes them feel more powerful. In this sense, the policy is a sensible way to help keep staff and attract top candidates.
But if you don’t really deserve the new title, it could come back and trouble you. Recruiters will be pleased to find a candidate who is a pe rfect fit for a significant, well-paying position in terms of skills, background, and previous experience. However, a stumbling block arises when they notice the candidate has a higher title than the client offers. Since a recruiter wants to make a placement and earn a fee, they won’t waste time and will seek out other candidates who are a better fit.
Even if the recruiters decide to contact the candidate, there’s a good chance the candidate won’t accept. Because most people aren’t aware that their title was inflated and believe it was a reward for their outstanding performance. Understandably, they would be offended if they received a lower-level post. Now that you are at a certain level, you don’t want to go backward.
What’s more, if your current title is too high, it raises red flags. For example, when searching for a new job, if your title is “director,” but the new role is under that level, the interviewer will curiously inquire, “why do you want to go down in title ” There will be an assumption from the hiring manager that something isn’t right. They may feel that the job seeker is leaving before being fired and willing to downgrade. Rather than trying to figure out the motivations of the candidate, they’ll move on to others who have a cleaner story without any baggage.
8. What does the underlined word “plaguing” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A. Shocking. B. Embarrassing. C. Troubling. D. Confusing.
9. What can we learn about employees with impressive titles
A. They tend to look down upon others.
B. Their salaries don’t match their titles.
C. Their fear of being fired will disappear.
D. They get a good platform for development.
10. What will a recruiter probably do if a candidate’s title is higher than the client offers
A. Have a discussion with the client.
B. Contact the job applicant immediately.
C. Exclude the candidate from consideration.
D. Gather more information about the candidate.
11. What is hiring managers’ attitude towards those who choose to downgrade
A. Enthusiastic. B. Dismissive. C. Appreciative. D. Doubtful.
【答案】8. C 9. B 10. C 11. D
D
Despite all the efforts students make to graduate with a science major, research has shown that most college science courses provide students with only a fragmented (碎片化的) understanding of fundamental scientific concepts. The teaching method improves memorization of separate facts, proceeding from one textbook chapter to the next without necessarily making connections between them, instead of learning how to use the information and connect those facts meaningfully.
With that in mind, we developed a series of cross-disciplinary (跨学科的) activities. In our most recent study, we investigated how well college students could use their chemistry knowledge to explain real-world biological phenomena. To begin with, we interviewed 28 first-year college students majoring in sciences or engineering. All had taken both introductory chemistry and biology courses. We asked them to identify the content of these courses and what they believed to be the take-home messages from each course. The students responded with extensive lists of topics, concepts, and skills that they’d learned in class.
Following that, a set of cross-disciplinary activities were designed to guide students in the use of core chemistry ideas and knowledge to help explain real-world biological phenomena. One activity explored the impacts of ocean acidification on seashells. Here, the students were asked to use basic chemistry ideas to explain how the increasing level of carbon dioxide in sea water is affecting shell-building marine animals such as corals, clams (蛤蜊) and oysters.
Overall, the students felt confident of their chemistry knowledge. However, they had a harder time applying the same chemistry knowledge to explaining the biological phenomena. These findings highlight that a big gap remains between what students learn in their science courses and how well prepared they are to apply that information.
The students in our study also reported that these activities helped them see links between the two disciplines that they wouldn’t have perceived otherwise. The ability to make these connections is important beyond the classroom as well, because it’s the basis of science literacy (科学素养). So we also came away with evidence that our chemistry students at least would like to have the ability to have a deeper understanding of science and how to apply it.
12. What does the existing science education fail to do according to the research
A. Promote memorization of separate facts.
B. Understand fragmented scientific concepts.
C. Encourage students to enjoy the learning process.
D. Teach students to integrate different subjects.
13. What can we learn about the student interviewees in the first step of study
A. They had rich academic knowledge.
B. They paid little attention to biology courses.
C. They managed to apply their chemistry knowledge.
D. They hardly identified the core ideas of the courses.
14. What does the activity about ocean acidification expect students to do
A. Study some unusual phenomena under the sea.
B. Interpret the effects of carbon dioxide on sea creatures.
C. Analyze the level of carbon dioxide in sea water.
D. Come up with practical methods to protect marine animals.
15. What does the author see from the result of the study according to the last paragraph
A. The need to study scientific knowledge in class.
B. The difficulties of developing cross-disciplinary abilities.
C. The potential to promote students’ science literacy.
D The methods of enhancing students’ practical skills.
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. B 15. C
第二节 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.（共5 小题.每小题2分，满分10分）
Once upon a time, sewing and mending (缝补) clothes was common. At some point in the last few decades, though, it became something of a lost art. ____16____ Schools stopped offering home economics classes, technology boomed and fast fashion became increasingly popular. All of a sudden, it’s more inconvenient to fix something than it is to buy something new.
But all hope is not lost. ____17____ On one of the most pleasant corners of the Internet, you’ll find lots of videos showcasing everything from visible mending to beginner sewing journeys.
____18____ Mending is a great way to reject consumerism. As any eco-expert will tell you, the best thing you can do is buy less to begin with. That means shopping for quality items that will stand the test of time, but also learning a few key skills so you can repair those items as needed rather than sentencing them to life in an already-overflowing landfill. It’s also helpful to customize (改制) secondhand items which might not be exactly the right size or a little out of date. ____19____
Beyond the functional benefits, mending is about using what you have, embracing imperfections, fixing what’s broken, and rejecting the idea that newer is better. The other aspect of mending is mindfulness. You focus on the task at hand and use your creativity to make your clothes unique. It’s meditative (冥想的), slow work. ____20____ And an added bonus: It’s sustainable.
If you are interested in sewing and mending, it is the perfect time to learn the new skill, which can especially have a positive impact on the world.
A. Why should you learn to mend
B. This is a means of making a living.
C. It’s productive, and deeply satisfying.
D. Purchasing secondhand clothes is a good choice.
E. Why have people stopped mending their clothing
F. This way, you may find yourself upcycling pieces into ones that suit you.
G. In the past few years, there’s been growing interest in slow fashion — sewing and mending.
【答案】16. E 17. G 18. A 19. F 20. C
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分25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.
Last year we were stuck in a little restaurant in France on Christmas Eve. My wife ___21___ for us in French. Somehow the waiter brought us the wrong meal, so I scolded her angrily. She began to cry and I felt even___22___. Everything had gone wrong. There was no Christmas ___23___ in our hearts.
Suddenly, in came an old flower woman who went from table to table but no one ___24___ any. Tiredly she sat down at a table where a young sailor finished his meal. He stood up and ___25___ two corsages (小花束), smiling, “How much are they ” “Two francs, Monsieur.” He then ___26___ the woman a 20-franc note, leaning over and ___27___ her ancient cheek. “My Christmas present to you.” Then, ___28___, he came to our table, gave my wife a corsage, ___29___ us a Merry Christmas, and departed.
Everyone had stopped eating. Everyone was silent. A few seconds later, Christmas ___30___ throughout the restaurant like a bomb. The flower woman jumped up, waving the 20-franc ___31___, and did a merry dance. She was so ___32___ and appeared 20 years younger. My wife waved her corsage in time with the rhythm and the___33___ had left her eyes.
___34___ the Christmas spirit in his soul, the young sailor released the ___35___ and joy hidden by anger within us. He gave us Christmas!
21. A. ordered B. prayed C. waited D. interpreted
22. A. more concerned B. worse C. guiltier D. more scary
23. A. holiday B. service C. spirit D. gift
24. A. admired B. accepted C. paid D. bought
25. A. checked out B. picked out C. brought out D. carried out
26. A. dropped B. handed C. sent D. wrote
27. A. observing B. touching C. kissing D. stroking
28. A. unexpectedly B. unfortunately C. uncomfortably D. unwillingly
29. A. sang B. told C. gave D. wished
30. A. arrived B. floated C. happened D. exploded
31. A. cheque B. bill C. receipt D. debt
32. A. quick B. surprised C. happy D. moved
33. A. excitement B. fear C. sadness D. regret
34. A. Because of B. Instead of C. Apart from D. As for
35. A. romance B. energy C. life D. love
【答案】21. A 22. B 23. C 24. D 25. B 26. B 27. C 28. A 29. D 30. D 31. B 32. C 33. C 34. A 35. D
第二节（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
An exhibition titled “Learn from the Past and Know the Future: China’s Archaeological (考古学的) Achievements in the New Era” is taking place at the National Museum of China. Nearly 400 of the most recently____36____(unearth) cultural relics from the collections of 43 museums and archaeological institutions are ____37____(current) on display.
The exhibits cover a wide range of periods ____38____ include a variety of fields. The exhibition vividly describes the history of human origins, the ____39____(form) of Chinese civilization and its development within the boundaries of China. One striking part of the exhibition is the hand axes,____40____ are fundamental tools that were created and used by early humans. They are characterized by both their aesthetic and practical ____41____(function). Bronzeware is another eye- catching part of the exhibition. A bronze box ____42____ Yuncheng, Shanxi Province that____43____(date) back to the Spring and Autumn period is famous for its elegant design. And a string- patterned stove vividly reflects the significant role that the Silk Road played in connecting China with the world.
It is also worth ____44____(note) that the design of the exhibition hall was inspired by the unique spatial structures of the archaeological sites, offering audiences the chance ____45____(understand) the relationship between archaeological work and its outcomes better.
【答案】36. unearthed
37. currently
38. and 39. formation
40. which 41. functions
42. from 43. dates
44. noting 45. to understand
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你校刚刚结束了一场以“美丽的祖国”(Beautiful Motherland)为主题的摄影比赛。你的作品荣获一等奖。请你给校英文报投稿分享这次经历，内容包括：
1.介绍你的作品；
2.你的感想。
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。
Beautiful Motherland in My Picture
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【答案】 Beautiful Motherland in My Picture
In the photography competition themed “Beautiful Motherland”, my entry won the first prize!
I submitted a photo of a vast golden wheat field under the setting sun. The gentle breeze made the wheat waves ripple, and the warm glow of the setting sun painted the entire field with a layer of golden light. This scene reminded me of the hardworking farmers and their bountiful harvest.
I am extremely thrilled and honored to have won the award. This contest has not only allowed me to show the beauty of our motherland but also made me appreciate the charm of nature and the efforts of our people. It has inspired me to keep observing and recording the wonderful moments of our country with my camera.
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。
One day in first grade, I was walking home when a black dog suddenly ran out from a yard near the corner of our street. I stopped and saw a side of dogs I’d never experienced. Staring at me, he began to circle me. Scared, I tried to walk away. The moment my back was turned, he seized my ankle. His teeth locked into my flesh. I screamed and kicked until he let go. I ran home, with the dog chasing me until he gave up near my house.
I ran into the house, crying so hard that my mother couldn’t understand what had happened. Once my wounds were cleaned and bandaged (包扎), I told her, “A dog bit me, Mommy. It hurt.” I felt more betrayed than scared—— one of the animals I loved had hurt me for no reason. “I’ll never trust another dog again,” I said.
That night, my nightmares grew worse. My fear of dogs grew so intense that I refused to visit my grandfather’s farm, where he had a dog I used to love. I became so terrified that my mom had to walk me past the house where the dog lived every day, and I struggled to focus at school. My teacher contacted my mother and my mom was determined to help me get over this fear.
“Gail, you need to overcome this fear,” my mom said as we walked home. “Remember my friend Emma She has a black Lab named Chips, and she’s invited us to meet him.”
Dread filled me. “No, Mommy, please! I hate dogs. They want to hurt me!”
“Not Chips,” she said, smiling. “I promise it won’t happen.”
Unwillingly, we went to Emma’s house. My heart raced as she opened the door, revealing Chips wagging his tail. “Hello, Chips,” my mom greeted him. As Chips wagged (摇) his tail, I couldn’t shake off the fear that still remained from the previous attack. I know I should greet him too but I was frozen by fear.
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。
With my mom’s gentle encouragement, I knew I had to try.
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I continued to pat him, feeling something had changed in my mind.
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【答案】With my mom’s gentle encouragement, I knew I had to try. I took a deep breath and slowly reached out my hand towards Chips. My fingers trembled as I extended them towards him and for a moment, I hesitated. Memories of past fear surged through my mind, but I pushed them aside. I closed my eyes briefly and forced myself to touch him. To my surprise, instead of barking or pulling away, Chips simply wagged his tail and leaned into my hand. The softness of his fur under my fingers was comforting, and a small smile crept onto my face.
I continued to pat him, feeling something had changed in my mind. Chips wagged his tail, his eyes filled with kindness, not aggression. I sat back, watching him settle at my feet, and the weight of the fear I had carried for so long began to lift. My mom smiled, clearly noticing the change in me, and I smile back. I had thought that all dogs wanted to hurt me, but Chips had proven me wrong. For the first time since the attack, I felt like I could let go of my fear and start to trust again. Only then did I realize that to conquer fear is the beginning of growth.
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