2024-2025学年广西示范性高中高二上学期11月期中英语试题（含答案）
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2024-2025学年广西示范性高中高二上学期11月期中英语试题
本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码区域内。
2. 选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0.5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。
3. 请按照题号顺序在各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试題卷上答題无效。
4. 保持卡面清洁，不要折叠、不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。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. Which sofa will the speakers buy
A. The blue one. B. The green one. C. The white one.
2. What will the man read about next
A. AI technology. B. Self-driving. C. Big data.
3. What will the speakers probably do tonight
A. Clean up the woman’s bedroom. B. Have dinner at a restaurant. C. Cook pizza at home.
4. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Driver and passerby. B. Instructor and learner. C. Police officer and driver.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Lifestyle changes. B. Holiday destinations. C. Family relationships.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Where is Carole going today
A. To the library. B. To the office. C. To a bookshop.
7. What did Carole receive earlier
A. A letter. B. A credit card bill. C. A library notice.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How long will it probably take the man to finish his work
A. 5 minutes. B. 12 minutes. C. 20 minutes.
9. What does the woman want to do
A. Eat her sandwich. B. Write a report. C. Go out for a meal.
10. Where are the speakers
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. On the street.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How does the man probably feel
A. Excited. B. Understandable. C. Upset.
12. What does the woman say about the copy machine
A. It’s broken. B. It’s stuck. C. It’s out of paper.
13. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Use another machine. B. Put off the meeting. C. Go to the store room.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14 What is good about the small television
A. It can connect with a phone.
B. It has separate speakers.
C It has the best surround-sound system.
15. What color television does the woman want
A. White. B. Silver. C. Black.
16. What does the woman think of the last television
A. Not smart enough. B. Very expensive. C. Too big.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. When did Edinburgh grow largely in size
A. In the 7th Century. B. In the 15th Century. C. In the 17th Century.
18. Which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site
A. Edinburgh Castle.
B. The Old Town area.
C. The Scottish Government building.
19. When does the Edinburgh Festival run
A. Between June and July. B. During August. C. In December.
20. What’s the biggest event during the Edinburgh Festival
A. Comedy shows. B. Plays. C. Films.
第二部分 阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Women scientists around the globe have made significant contributions to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths). Here are four female scientists who pushed boundaries and changed the world.
Wu Chienshiung (1912 — 1997)
Born in Taicang, Jiangsu province, Wu took part in the Manhattan Project which helped create the world’s first nuclear weapon. Her famous Wu experiment overturned the theory of parity (宇称理论) in physics. This breakthrough led to a Nobel Prize that was awarded to her male colleagues, but Wu’s critical role in the work was overlooked.
Hedy Lamarr (1914 — 2000)
Austria-born Lamarr starred in a lot of Hollywood films and made great success. She was also super smart and a self-taught inventor. During the second world war, Lamarr together with George Antheil, a composer, developed a radio guidance system. The principle of their work is part of the basis of Bluetooth and wireless technology.
Katherine Johns (1918 — 2020)
African American NASA mathematician Johnson’s calculations were critical in getting the first US astronauts to space and back safely. During her 33-year career at NASA, Katherine earned a reputation for mastering complex calculations and was referred to as a “human computer”.
Tu Youyou (1930 —)
Born in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, Tu shared the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with two other foreign scientists, for her work in discovering artemisinin, a drug used to treat malaria. Her work has saved millions of lives all over the world. Tu is the first Chinese Nobel winner in physiology or medicine and the first female citizen of the PRC to win a Nobel Prize.
1. Who made the greatest contributions to NASA
A. Hedy Lamarr. B. Tu Youyou. C. Katherine Johns. D. Wu Chienshiung.
2. Why is Tu Youyou considered as a great person
A. Her research rescued millions of people.
B. She is the first female Nobel Prize winner.
C. Her research overturned the Manhattan Project.
D. She discovered the malaria with a determined effort.
3. What do the four female scientists have in common
A. They all won the Nobel Prize.
B. They all developed a theory of STEM.
C. They all devoted themselves to the medical field.
D. They all made an important influence on the world.
B
After putting in long hours for 12 years, Mike Goldberg decided it was time to leave his job. Just earning money wasn’t true to his core and he realized that was not his true desire.
In 1996, Goldberg left his job and his home in Los Angeles to follow his love for underwater diving in Hawaii. When getting out of the water after his very first dive, he decided that this was what he really wanted to do — to enjoy his life by combining diving and making a living. In 2004, Goldberg and his family settled in Islamorada, and opened a dive shop, Key Dives.
As an enthusiastic diver, Goldberg developed a strong appreciation of coral reefs (珊瑚礁), which not only support all kinds of species, but also protect coastal areas. “Over the last two decades, coral reefs have gone from colorful and full of life to functionally extinct today. Now, many of the reefs in the area cannot recover naturally on their own and require humans’ assistance to survive,” Goldberg said seriously.
Although he was not a scientist, knowing more about the history of the reefs and what’s happening now to them than most people put him in a unique position to communicate in plain words about what was going on. Around the same time, he met Dr. Kylie Smith, who was completing her PhD to become a coral reef ecologist. In 2019, they teamed up to co-found Islamorada Conservation and Restoration Education (I. CARE), with the goal of seeking as many divers as possible and having them help restore the area’s reefs, ensuring their survival for future generations.
So far, I. CARE has organized thousands of special coral restoration dives for local and out-of-town participants. It has replanted more than 10,000 corals and educated more than 2,000 people. More local people are learning about the importance of coral reefs and how to help rebuild them during I. CARE’s diving trips. “There’s so much work to do. We’re just getting started,” Goldberg said.
4. What was Goldberg’s decision after going diving for the first time
A. Looking for more coral reefs. B. Earning a living through diving.
C. Supporting sea life protection. D. Diving with his family regularly.
5. What did Goldberg most probably think of the current condition of coral reefs in Islamorada
A It’s interesting. B. It’s understandable. C. It’s promising. D. It’s concerning.
6. What’s the purpose of Goldberg and Smith’s establishing I. CARE
A. To provide free training for divers. B. To raise money for coral reef protection.
C. To call on divers to help recover coral reefs. D. To exchange stories about diving experiences.
7. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about
A. Tips on going on diving trips. B. Achievements made by I. CARE.
C. Suggestions on replanting corals. D. Activities organized by I. CARE.
C
Have you ever stepped into a restaurant or shop and been greeted by a seated cat figure with its paw(爪子) up in the air These cats, known as maneki-neko, are found all around the world, but are native to Japan.
In Japanese, maneki means “beckoning”(招手示意) and neko means “cat”. Business owners place the cats in their shop entrances in the hope that the cats will bring in good luck, as well as paying customers. For this reason, English speakers often refer to them as “Lucky Cats” or “Welcoming Cats”.
To people from Western countries, the waving gesture looks like a “hello”, but in Japan and other Asian countries, an upright arm with fingers moving is a way to say, “Come here”. While the name maneki-neko implies this gesture, some historians believe the upright pa w shows that the cat is washing its face. This idea might have some truth in its gesture as an old Japanese belief says that a cat washing its face means a visitor is sure to arrive. An ancient Chinese tale supports this idea: “If a cat raises its pa w over the ears and washes its face, then clients will come.”
Whether a maneki-neko is washing its face or calling someone to approach, its paws indicate further clues to the fortune it might bring. When the right paw is raised, money is said to come, while the left pa w is believed to attract customers. The higher a cat’s paw is, the more fortune a cat is thought to bring.
Like Japan’s beloved Hello Kitty character, maneki-neko figures are modeled after a native cat called Japanese bobcats, known for their short tails. Because of an old tale, these cats have long been relevant to luck. According to the story, a monk(和尚) was sitting under a tree when his cat beckoned with his paw for the monk to come to him. Puzzled, the monk walked over to the cat. A large branch fell where the monk had just been seated.
8. Why do businessmen prefer placing a cat figure near the gate of shop
A. Because the cat means good fortune. B. Because the cat will pay customers’ bill.
C. Because the cat is more lovely than the dog. D. Because the cat is praised by English speakers.
9. What is the meaning of a cat putting the right pa w up
A. It implies washing its face. B. It waves goodbye to you.
C. It makes the client puzzled. D. It shows the road to wealth.
10. What can we learn about the maneki-neko figures
A. It has a long tail with luck. B. It is often seated under a tree.
C. It is based on native bobcats. D. It is more popular than Hello Kitty.
11. Which of the following is the best title of the text
A. A Cat and a Monk. B. A Cat with its Lucky Paws.
C. A Cat and its Friends Hello Kitty. D. A Cat with its Japanese Name.
D
Driving through tunnels is a risky task as drivers need to lower their speed control car distance and adapt to poor light, and the limited space may make them anxious, all making preventing accidents a public health challenge. Here, in a study, scientists show that well-chosen background music can help improve road safety.
“By comparing the effects of different types of sound— slow VS. fast music, warning sounds such as alarms, and a voice reminding them to drive safely— on brain activity and physical behavior, we find the best solution to keep drivers focused,” said professor Yanqun Yang, from Fuzhou University, China.
The scientists studied background sounds and music, but focused on the length of a long tunnel. With immersive (沉浸式的) VR, they reproduced a 5,100-meter-long tunnel with traffic in both directions and employed 40 young people to act as experimental drivers. When the experimenters wore the VR headset in an imitation (模拟的) car, the researchers closely monitored and recorded the pressure on the pedals, the steering wheel’s angle, and driving speed.
Brain activity and heart rate variability(心率变异性) to show changes in emotional state, like stress and nervousness, were measured as well. Drivers drove fastest in response to fast music, and slowest to slow music. Comparisons of heart rate variability— typically low in people who are stressed— indicated that the drivers felt most relaxed, with very little mental stress, and could best concentrate on driving when listening to slow music, which was similar to feedback from drivers, of whom 63% chose slow music as their preferred parisons of the drivers’ brain waves indicated that slow music reduced nervousness in the drivers, while voice reminders, fast music, and alarms increased it.
“We find that slow music played as background throughout the tunnels, replaced by alarms only at spots and times when the risk of accidents is the highest, is best to keep drivers attentive, at ease, and not tired, while pushing them to be extra vigilant and focused when they’re driving through tunnels,” said researcher Dr Wei Lin. “But there’s still a long way to go before more specific design and management recommendations can be proposed.”
12. What makes the prevention of accidents challenging according to Paragraph 1
A Drivers need to deal with various tasks in the tunnels.
B. Drivers are absent-minded while driving in the tunnels.
C. Drivers have limited knowledge of car distance in the tunnels.
D. Drivers can’t adjust themselves to the poor light in the tunnels.
13. What’s the role of VR technology in this experiment
A. Testing drivers’ immediate response. B. Allowing drivers to choose proper music.
C. Reproducing real-world driving conditions. D. Training drivers on tunnel driving techniques.
14. What can be inferred about drivers listening to slow music in this experiment
A. Drivers might show high heart rate variability.
B. Drivers find it hard to control their emotional state.
C. Listening to slow music can increase their brain activity.
D. Listening to slow music can reduce their positive emotions.
15. What does the underlined word “vigilant” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Stressful. B. Creative. C. Confused. D. Watchful.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项， 选项中有两项为多余选项。
With rapid development of technology, our vision of the classroom will have a significant change. The future classroom, a combination of physical and digital space, will provide immersive and interactive learning experiences. ___16___
Virtual reality. Virtual reality (VR) technology can be used to create unique learning experiences that inspire students’ imagination and creativity. VR headsets can be costly. ___17___ Take Google Cardboard for instance. It is a device that can offer educators an affordable way to introduce this technology in their classrooms.
Cloud technology. With the assistance of this advanced technology, numerous educational resources and other learning materials can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection. ___18___ They will not have to worry about carrying heavy textbooks and other educational materials around with them.
Flexible displays (显示器). OLED-based displays would be much like a regular piece of paper. They would be extremely thin and flexible. The benefits of this technology go beyond the classroom. For instance, it could have a huge impact on paper productivity, even making paper products extinct. ___19___
___20___ We’ve already seen classrooms transition away from the traditional whiteboard to interactive smart boards. What about smart desks This technology would allow students to team up on projects and tasks with students all over the country and the world. Nevertheless, there are currently no available smart desks on the market designed for education.
A. Smart boards.
B. Smart desks.
C. These headsets is not affordable.
D. But there are less expensive options.
E. Here are some specific features of the future classroom.
F. Therefore, it could make a difference to the environment.
G. Cloud technology will also break the limits students used to face.
第三部分 语言知识运用 (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。
If we redouble our efforts, our dreams will come true. Chen Zuobin had ___21___ for 13 years already. Finally, he decided to become a ___22___ again. Born in a mountain village in Anhui Province, Chen Zuobin walked out of the mountains for study when he was 19. Though he had a ___23___ life as a creative director of an international agency in Shanghai, he couldn’t ___24___ the anxiety reflected in his dreams.
“I dreamed about ___25___ branch roads several times a year. I didn’t know which one leads to ___26___ . It made me feel terrible.” One day, Chen Zuobin said to his wife, “I want to go home.” ___27___ being surprised, his wife said, “Follow your heart. Don’t worry about me.”
The young couple returned to their hometown and ___28___ the Real Food Farm just to lead a real and simple life. Chen Zuobin shook off the ___29___ and tiredness from too much workload in the city. Only in the mountains can they enjoy the ____30____ air. There isn’t the smell of tail gas, but the smell of ____31____ when it shines over the woods. They live a life of “eating healthily and ____32____ well”.
In a time ____33____ eating properly becomes a luxury in the urban life, it’s truly a right way to return to the simplicity. “Life is a journey of ____34____ the proper way,” said Chen Zuobin.
Those dreams about branch roads have ____35____ because he has found his own path.
21. A. resist B. struggled C. inquire D. lived
22. A. villager B. worker C. farmer D. manager
23. A. easy B. simple C. hard D. successful
24. A. imagine B. boost C. remember D. remove
25. A. countless B. entertaining C. straight D. muddy
26. A. home B. future C. Rome D. destination
27. A. In terms of B. Instead of C. In consequence of D. In place of
28. A. built B. left C. sold D. ruined
29. A. sadness B. loneliness C. anxiety D. joy
30. A. warm B. thin C. fresh D. smelly
31. A. dust B. sunlight C. water D. smog
32. A. playing B. dressing C. studying D. sleeping
33. A. that B. when C. which D. where
34. A. changing B. leading C. finding D. directing
35. A. passed away B. put away C. run away D. faded away
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。
In the tourism market of our country, there is a new type of travel, which is known as “New Chinese-style travel”. It has attracted strong interest among people, ___36___ (especial) among younger generations, reflecting China’s continued economic recovery.
“New Chinese-style travel”, refers to activities such as visiting history museums, watching traditional ___37___ (performance), discovering historical scenic spots, and dressing in traditional Chinese costumes.
Lots of cities offering some experiences ___38___ (relate) to cultural heritage have welcomed a large number of tourists. For example, traditional opera culture in Beijing and East China’s Suzhou and tea-picking culture in Southeast China’s Fujian Province ___39___ (enjoy) great popularity over the past few years.
Traditional culture is drawing increasing attention among the public, ___40___ (lead) to a rise in the popularity of “New Chinese-style travel”. Industry experts have noted that the introduction of creative cultural tourism products has breathed new life into traditional festivals, encouraging people ___41___ (appreciate) their cultural heritage. This new type of travel appeals ___42___ tourists a lot due to its unique experiences. They can get a deep understanding of the liveliest aspects of a city, including culture, art, food and local lifestyles.
Wang Peng, ___43___ is a researcher from the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, said, “For many young travelers in the country, this trend reflects ___44___ sense of cultural self-confidence. As customers’ sense of pride in traditional Chinese culture continues to grow, new forms of consumption _____45_____ (drive) by culture and travel in the distant future.”
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你的英国笔友Mike要来中国旅行，计划先去一个有特色的公园，发邮件向你寻求推荐。请你给 Mike回信，内容包括：
(1) 你推荐的公园；
(2) 推荐理由；
(3) 你的祝愿。
注意： (1) 词数80左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“Go back, Mom! Go back!” shouted my six-year-old daughter, June. I quickly turned around to cast my doubtful eyes on the back seat, worried I had forgotten her younger sister. I was relieved to see the girls safe and sit in their car seats, but June’s expression was one of pure anxiety. “Mom, we have to go back,” she insisted. “Someone needs our help!”
As I looked back from the driver’s seat, I spotted a young man in rags playing his guitar. His skinny, poor-looking dog rested next to his feet near an old, worn cardboard sign that read, “Homeless, please help.”
We’d come across homeless people before and had talked about their needs and struggles. I should seize the chance to set a good example for my daughters to give a helping hand. So I searched for some cash, only to find I had nothing but credit cards. “I’m sorry, sweetheart, but I don’t have any cash,” I said. “I have some, Mom!” June replied. She opened her little pink purse and pulled out a five-dollar bill. “Oh, good. I’ll pay you back when we get home,” I responded with a sigh of relief. “No. Mom.” she insisted, “I want to help him. I don’t want you to pay me back. I want to give him my money.”
As we drove down the crowded rows of the parking lot, I reassured her that we would get to him.
When we got there. I called out, “Excuse me, sir!” He cautiously walked toward our car and answered, “Yes, ma’am ” “Here you go, sir.” June stretched out her entire body to hand him her five-dollar bill through the window and explained, “I want you to have this.” He smiled and hesitatingly asked, “This was your money ” “Yes! I want you to have it,” she proudly answered. “Thank you,” he said, touched by her thoughtfulness.
We exchanged a smile, and as we drove away, my younger daughter Scarlett began to cry. I hadn’t noticed that she had emptied her purse and was holding two quarters in her tiny hands.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
“Mom, I wanted to help, too,” she sobbed.
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Paragraph 2:
Now with tears in his eyes, he said in disbelief, “You want to help me ”
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考阅评·大联考
答案
本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码区域内。
2. 选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0.5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。
3. 请按照题号顺序在各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试題卷上答題无效。
4. 保持卡面清洁，不要折叠、不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。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. Which sofa will the speakers buy
A. The blue one. B. The green one. C. The white one.
2. What will the man read about next
A. AI technology. B. Self-driving. C. Big data.
3. What will the speakers probably do tonight
A. Clean up the woman’s bedroom. B. Have dinner at a restaurant. C. Cook pizza at home.
4. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Driver and passerby. B. Instructor and learner. C. Police officer and driver.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Lifestyle changes. B. Holiday destinations. C. Family relationships.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Where is Carole going today
A. To the library. B. To the office. C. To a bookshop.
7. What did Carole receive earlier
A. A letter. B. A credit card bill. C. A library notice.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How long will it probably take the man to finish his work
A. 5 minutes. B. 12 minutes. C. 20 minutes.
9. What does the woman want to do
A. Eat her sandwich. B. Write a report. C. Go out for a meal.
10. Where are the speakers
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. On the street.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How does the man probably feel
A. Excited. B. Understandable. C. Upset.
12. What does the woman say about the copy machine
A. It’s broken. B. It’s stuck. C. It’s out of paper.
13. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Use another machine. B. Put off the meeting. C. Go to the store room.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What is good about the small television
A. It can connect with a phone.
B. It has separate speakers.
C. It has the best surround-sound system.
15. What color television does the woman want
A. White. B. Silver. C. Black.
16. What does the woman think of the last television
A. Not smart enough. B. Very expensive. C. Too big.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. When did Edinburgh grow largely in size
A. In the 7th Century. B. In the 15th Century. C. In the 17th Century.
18. Which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site
A. Edinburgh Castle.
B. The Old Town area.
C. The Scottish Government building.
19. When does the Edinburgh Festival run
A. Between June and July. B. During August. C. In December.
20. What’s the biggest event during the Edinburgh Festival
A. Comedy shows. B. Plays. C. Films.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Women scientists around the globe have made significant contributions to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths). Here are four female scientists who pushed boundaries and changed the world.
Wu Chienshiung (1912 — 1997)
Born in Taicang, Jiangsu province, Wu took part in the Manhattan Project which helped create the world’s first nuclear weapon. Her famous Wu experiment overturned the theory of parity (宇称理论) in physics. This breakthrough led to a Nobel Prize that was awarded to her male colleagues, but Wu’s critical role in the work was overlooked.
Hedy Lamarr (1914 — 2000)
Austria-born Lamarr starred in a lot of Hollywood films and made great success. She was also super smart and a self-taught inventor. During the second world war, Lamarr together with George Antheil, a composer, developed a radio guidance system. The principle of their work is part of the basis of Bluetooth and wireless technology.
Katherine Johns (1918 — 2020)
African American NASA mathematician Johnson’s calculations were critical in getting the first US astronauts to space and back safely. During her 33-year career at NASA, Katherine earned a reputation for mastering complex calculations and was referred to as a “human computer”.
Tu Youyou (1930 —)
Born in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, Tu shared the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with two other foreign scientists, for her work in discovering artemisinin, a drug used to treat malaria. Her work has saved millions of lives all over the world. Tu is the first Chinese Nobel winner in physiology or medicine and the first female citizen of the PRC to win a Nobel Prize.
1. Who made the greatest contributions to NASA
A. Hedy Lamarr. B. Tu Youyou. C. Katherine Johns. D. Wu Chienshiung.
2. Why is Tu Youyou considered as a great person
A. Her research rescued millions of people.
B. She is the first female Nobel Prize winner.
C. Her research overturned the Manhattan Project.
D. She discovered the malaria with a determined effort.
3. What do the four female scientists have in common
A. They all won the Nobel Prize.
B. They all developed a theory of STEM.
C. They all devoted themselves to the medical field.
D. They all made an important influence on the world.
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. D
B
After putting in long hours for 12 years, Mike Goldberg decided it was time to leave his job. Just earning money wasn’t true to his core and he realized that was not his true desire.
In 1996, Goldberg left his job and his home in Los Angeles to follow his love for underwater diving in Hawaii. When getting out of the water after his very first dive, he decided that this was what he really wanted to do — to enjoy his life by combining diving and making a living. In 2004, Goldberg and his family settled in Islamorada, and opened a dive shop, Key Dives.
As an enthusiastic diver, Goldberg developed a strong appreciation of coral reefs (珊瑚礁), which not only support all kinds of species, but also protect coastal areas. “Over the last two decades, coral reefs have gone from colorful and full of life to functionally extinct today. Now, many of the reefs in the area cannot recover naturally on their own and require humans’ assistance to survive,” Goldberg said seriously.
Although he was not a scientist, knowing more about the history of the reefs and what’s happening now to them than most people put him in a unique position to communicate in plain words about what was going on. Around the same time, he met Dr. Kylie Smith, who was completing her PhD to become a coral reef ecologist. In 2019, they teamed up to co-found Islamorada Conservation and Restoration Education (I. CARE), with the goal of seeking as many divers as possible and having them help restore the area’s reefs, ensuring their survival for future generations.
So far, I. CARE has organized thousands of special coral restoration dives for local and out-of-town participants. It has replanted more than 10,000 corals and educated more than 2,000 people. More local people are learning about the importance of coral reefs and how to help rebuild them during I. CARE’s diving trips. “There’s so much work to do. We’re just getting started,” Goldberg said.
4. What was Goldberg’s decision after going diving for the first time
A. Looking for more coral reefs. B. Earning a living through diving.
C. Supporting sea life protection. D. Diving with his family regularly.
5. What did Goldberg most probably think of the current condition of coral reefs in Islamorada
A. It’s interesting. B. It’s understandable. C. It’s promising. D. It’s concerning.
6. What’s the purpose of Goldberg and Smith’s establishing I. CARE
A. To provide free training for divers. B. To raise money for coral reef protection.
C. To call on divers to help recover coral reefs. D. To exchange stories about diving experiences.
7. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about
A. Tips on going on diving trips. B. Achievements made by I. CARE.
C. Suggestions on replanting corals. D. Activities organized by I. CARE.
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. B
C
Have you ever stepped into a restaurant or shop and been greeted by a seated cat figure with its paw(爪子) up in the air These cats, known as maneki-neko, are found all around the world, but are native to Japan.
In Japanese, maneki means “beckoning”(招手示意) and neko means “cat”. Business owners place the cats in their shop entrances in the hope that the cats will bring in good luck, as well as paying customers. For this reason, English speakers often refer to them as “Lucky Cats” or “Welcoming Cats”.
To people from Western countries, the waving gesture looks like a “hello”, but in Japan and other Asian countries, an upright arm with fingers moving is a way to say, “Come here”. While the name maneki-neko implies this gesture, some historians believe the upright pa w shows that the cat is washing its face. This idea might have some truth in its gesture as an old Japanese belief says that a cat washing its face means a visitor is sure to arrive. An ancient Chinese tale supports this idea: “If a cat raises its pa w over the ears and washes its face, then clients will come.”
Whether a maneki-neko is washing its face or calling someone to approach, its paws indicate further clues to the fortune it might bring. When the right paw is raised, money is said to come, while the left pa w is believed to attract customers. The higher a cat’s paw is, the more fortune a cat is thought to bring.
Like Japan’s beloved Hello Kitty character, maneki-neko figures are modeled after a native cat called Japanese bobcats, known for their short tails. Because of an old tale, these cats have long been relevant to luck. According to the story, a monk(和尚) was sitting under a tree when his cat beckoned with his paw for the monk to come to him. Puzzled, the monk walked over to the cat. A large branch fell where the monk had just been seated.
8. Why do businessmen prefer placing a cat figure near the gate of shop
A. Because the cat means good fortune. B. Because the cat will pay customers’ bill.
C. Because the cat is more lovely than the dog. D. Because the cat is praised by English speakers.
9. What is the meaning of a cat putting the right pa w up
A. It implies washing its face. B. It waves goodbye to you.
C. It makes the client puzzled. D. It shows the road to wealth.
10. What can we learn about the maneki-neko figures
A. It has a long tail with luck. B. It is often seated under a tree.
C. It is based on native bobcats. D. It is more popular than Hello Kitty.
11. Which of the following is the best title of the text
A. A Cat and a Monk. B. A Cat with its Lucky Paws.
C. A Cat and its Friends Hello Kitty. D. A Cat with its Japanese Name.
【答案】8. A 9. D 10. C 11. B
D
Driving through tunnels is a risky task as drivers need to lower their speed, control car distance and adapt to poor light, and the limited space may make them anxious, all making preventing accidents a public health challenge. Here, in a study, scientists show that well-chosen background music can help improve road safety.
“By comparing the effects of different types of sound— slow VS. fast music, warning sounds such as alarms, and a voice reminding them to drive safely— on brain activity and physical behavior, we find the best solution to keep drivers focused,” said professor Yanqun Yang, from Fuzhou University, China.
The scientists studied background sounds and music, but focused on the length of a long tunnel. With immersive (沉浸式的) VR, they reproduced a 5,100-meter-long tunnel with traffic in both directions and employed 40 young people to act as experimental drivers. When the experimenters wore the VR headset in an imitation (模拟的) car, the researchers closely monitored and recorded the pressure on the pedals, the steering wheel’s angle, and driving speed.
Brain activity and heart rate variability(心率变异性) to show changes in emotional state, like stress and nervousness, were measured as well. Drivers drove fastest in response to fast music, and slowest to slow music. Comparisons of heart rate variability— typically low in people who are stressed— indicated that the drivers felt most relaxed, with very little mental stress, and could best concentrate on driving when listening to slow music, which was similar to feedback from drivers, of whom 63% chose slow music as their preferred parisons of the drivers’ brain waves indicated that slow music reduced nervousness in the drivers, while voice reminders, fast music, and alarms increased it.
“We find that slow music played as background throughout the tunnels, replaced by alarms only at spots and times when the risk of accidents is the highest, is best to keep drivers attentive, at ease, and not tired, while pushing them to be extra vigilant and focused when they’re driving through tunnels,” said researcher Dr Wei Lin. “But there’s still a long way to go before more specific design and management recommendations can be proposed.”
12. What makes the prevention of accidents challenging according to Paragraph 1
A. Drivers need to deal with various tasks in the tunnels.
B. Drivers are absent-minded while driving in the tunnels.
C. Drivers have limited knowledge of car distance in the tunnels.
D. Drivers can’t adjust themselves to the poor light in the tunnels.
13. What’s the role of VR technology in this experiment
A. Testing drivers’ immediate response. B. Allowing drivers to choose proper music.
C. Reproducing real-world driving conditions. D. Training drivers on tunnel driving techniques.
14. What can be inferred about drivers listening to slow music in this experiment
A. Drivers might show high heart rate variability.
B. Drivers find it hard to control their emotional state.
C. Listening to slow music can increase their brain activity.
D. Listening to slow music can reduce their positive emotions.
15. What does the underlined word “vigilant” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Stressful. B. Creative. C. Confused. D. Watchful.
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. A 15. D
第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项， 选项中有两项为多余选项。
With rapid development of technology, our vision of the classroom will have a significant change. The future classroom, a combination of physical and digital space, will provide immersive and interactive learning experiences. ___16___
Virtual reality. Virtual reality (VR) technology can be used to create unique learning experiences that inspire students’ imagination and creativity. VR headsets can be costly. ___17___ Take Google Cardboard for instance. It is a device that can offer educators an affordable way to introduce this technology in their classrooms.
Cloud technology. With the assistance of this advanced technology, numerous educational resources and other learning materials can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection. ___18___ They will not have to worry about carrying heavy textbooks and other educational materials around with them.
Flexible displays (显示器). OLED-based displays would be much like a regular piece of paper. They would be extremely thin and flexible. The benefits of this technology go beyond the classroom. For instance, it could have a huge impact on paper productivity, even making paper products extinct. ___19___
___20___ We’ve already seen classrooms transition away from the traditional whiteboard to interactive smart boards. What about smart desks This technology would allow students to team up on projects and tasks with students all over the country and the world. Nevertheless, there are currently no available smart desks on the market designed for education.
A. Smart boards.
B. Smart desks.
C. These headsets is not affordable.
D. But there are less expensive options.
E. Here are some specific features of the future classroom.
F. Therefore, it could make a difference to the environment.
G. Cloud technology will also break the limits students used to face.
【答案】16. E 17. D 18. G 19. F 20. B
第三部分 语言知识运用 (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。
If we redouble our efforts, our dreams will come true. Chen Zuobin had ___21___ for 13 years already. Finally, he decided to become a ___22___ again. Born in a mountain village in Anhui Province, Chen Zuobin walked out of the mountains for study when he was 19. Though he had a ___23___ life as a creative director of an international agency in Shanghai, he couldn’t ___24___ the anxiety reflected in his dreams.
“I dreamed about ___25___ branch roads several times a year. I didn’t know which one leads to ___26___ . It made me feel terrible.” One day, Chen Zuobin said to his wife, “I want to go home.” ___27___ being surprised, his wife said, “Follow your heart. Don’t worry about me.”
The young couple returned to their hometown and ___28___ the Real Food Farm just to lead a real and simple life. Chen Zuobin shook off the ___29___ and tiredness from too much workload in the city. Only in the mountains can they enjoy the ____30____ air. There isn’t the smell of tail gas, but the smell of ____31____ when it shines over the woods. They live a life of “eating healthily and ____32____ well”.
In a time ____33____ eating properly becomes a luxury in the urban life, it’s truly a right way to return to the simplicity. “Life is a journey of ____34____ the proper way,” said Chen Zuobin.
Those dreams about branch roads have ____35____ because he has found his own path.
21. A. resist B. struggled C. inquire D. lived
22. A. villager B. worker C. farmer D. manager
23. A. easy B. simple C. hard D. successful
24. A. imagine B. boost C. remember D. remove
25. A. countless B. entertaining C. straight D. muddy
26. A. home B. future C. Rome D. destination
27. A. In terms of B. Instead of C. In consequence of D. In place of
28. A. built B. left C. sold D. ruined
29. A. sadness B. loneliness C. anxiety D. joy
30. A. warm B. thin C. fresh D. smelly
31. A. dust B. sunlight C. water D. smog
32. A. playing B. dressing C. studying D. sleeping
33. A. that B. when C. which D. where
34. A. changing B. leading C. finding D. directing
35. A. passed away B. put away C. run away D. faded away
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 24. D 25. A 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. B 34. C 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。
In the tourism market of our country, there is a new type of travel, which is known as “New Chinese-style travel”. It has attracted strong interest among people, ___36___ (especial) among younger generations, reflecting China’s continued economic recovery.
“New Chinese-style travel”, refers to activities such as visiting history museums, watching traditional ___37___ (performance), discovering historical scenic spots, and dressing in traditional Chinese costumes.
Lots of cities offering some experiences ___38___ (relate) to cultural heritage have welcomed a large number of tourists. For example traditional opera culture in Beijing and East China’s Suzhou and tea-picking culture in Southeast China’s Fujian Province ___39___ (enjoy) great popularity over the past few years.
Traditional culture is drawing increasing attention among the public, ___40___ (lead) to a rise in the popularity of “New Chinese-style travel”. Industry experts have noted that the introduction of creative cultural tourism products has breathed new life into traditional festivals, encouraging people ___41___ (appreciate) their cultural heritage. This new type of travel appeals ___42___ tourists a lot due to its unique experiences. They can get a deep understanding of the liveliest aspects of a city, including culture, art, food and local lifestyles.
Wang Peng, ___43___ is a researcher from the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, said, “For many young travelers in the country, this trend reflects ___44___ sense of cultural self-confidence. As customers’ sense of pride in traditional Chinese culture continues to grow, new forms of consumption _____45_____ (drive) by culture and travel in the distant future.”
【答案】36. especially
37. performances
38. related
39. have enjoyed
40. leading
41. to appreciate
42. to 43. who
44. a 45. will be driven
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你的英国笔友Mike要来中国旅行，计划先去一个有特色的公园，发邮件向你寻求推荐。请你给 Mike回信，内容包括：
(1) 你推荐的公园；
(2) 推荐理由；
(3) 你的祝愿。
注意： (1) 词数80左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】Dear Mike,
I’m thrilled to learn about your upcoming trip to China. I highly recommend visiting Jiuzhaigou National Park. It’s renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, which include colorful lakes, spectacular waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. The unique fairyland-like scenery will offer you an unforgettable experience. I wish you a fantastic journey and look forward to hearing all about it. Safe travels!
Yours
Li Hua
第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“Go back, Mom! Go back!” shouted my six-year-old daughter, June. I quickly turned around to cast my doubtful eyes on the back seat, worried I had forgotten her younger sister. I was relieved to see the girls safe and sit in their car seats, but June’s expression was one of pure anxiety. “Mom, we have to go back,” she insisted. “Someone needs our help!”
As I looked back from the driver’s seat, I spotted a young man in rags playing his guitar. His skinny, poor-looking dog rested next to his feet near an old, worn cardboard sign that read, “Homeless, please help.”
We’d come across homeless people before and had talked about their needs and struggles. I should seize the chance to set a good example for my daughters to give a helping hand. So I searched for some cash, only to find I had nothing but credit cards. “I’m sorry, sweetheart, but I don’t have any cash,” I said. “I have some, Mom!” June replied. She opened her little pink purse and pulled out a five-dollar bill. “Oh, good. I’ll pay you back when we get home,” I responded with a sigh of relief. “No. Mom.” she insisted, “I want to help him. I don’t want you to pay me back. I want to give him my money.”
As we drove down the crowded rows of the parking lot, I reassured her that we would get to him.
When we got there. I called out, “Excuse me, sir!” He cautiously walked toward our car and answered, “Yes, ma’am ” “Here you go, sir.” June stretched out her entire body to hand him her five-dollar bill through the window and explained, “I want you to have this.” He smiled and hesitatingly asked, “This was your money ” “Yes! I want you to have it,” she proudly answered. “Thank you,” he said, touched by her thoughtfulness.
We exchanged a smile, and as we drove away, my younger daughter Scarlett began to cry. I hadn’t noticed that she had emptied her purse and was holding two quarters in her tiny hands.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
“Mom, I wanted to help, too,” she sobbed.
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Paragraph 2:
Now with tears in his eyes, he said in disbelief, “You want to help me ”
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【答案】 “Mom, I wanted to help, too,” she sobbed. I sighed and drove back to where we saw the man. But what could be found was only the guitar leaning against the wall. After 20 minutes’ search, outside a KFC, we spotted the man talking to an old granny with a walking stick. We were so happy that we ran towards him, “ So you are here. I’m looking for you.” said Scarlett.
Now with tears in his eyes, he said in disbelief, “You want to help me ” She said, “Yes, I want to help you as my elder sister did, but I couldn’t find you.” “The old granny wanted to buy food in the KFC, but she had difficulty in walking. So I helped her.” he said. Scarlett said , “You’re so kind. Here is the money that I want to give you.” The man accepted it and said with appreciation, “Thank you. Hope you have a good day.” Then we waved him goodbye and left for home.
2024-2025学年广西示范性高中高二上学期11月期中英语试题
本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码区域内。
2. 选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0.5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。
3. 请按照题号顺序在各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试題卷上答題无效。
4. 保持卡面清洁，不要折叠、不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。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. Which sofa will the speakers buy
A. The blue one. B. The green one. C. The white one.
2. What will the man read about next
A. AI technology. B. Self-driving. C. Big data.
3. What will the speakers probably do tonight
A. Clean up the woman’s bedroom. B. Have dinner at a restaurant. C. Cook pizza at home.
4. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Driver and passerby. B. Instructor and learner. C. Police officer and driver.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Lifestyle changes. B. Holiday destinations. C. Family relationships.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Where is Carole going today
A. To the library. B. To the office. C. To a bookshop.
7. What did Carole receive earlier
A. A letter. B. A credit card bill. C. A library notice.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How long will it probably take the man to finish his work
A. 5 minutes. B. 12 minutes. C. 20 minutes.
9. What does the woman want to do
A. Eat her sandwich. B. Write a report. C. Go out for a meal.
10. Where are the speakers
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. On the street.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How does the man probably feel
A. Excited. B. Understandable. C. Upset.
12. What does the woman say about the copy machine
A. It’s broken. B. It’s stuck. C. It’s out of paper.
13. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Use another machine. B. Put off the meeting. C. Go to the store room.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14 What is good about the small television
A. It can connect with a phone.
B. It has separate speakers.
C It has the best surround-sound system.
15. What color television does the woman want
A. White. B. Silver. C. Black.
16. What does the woman think of the last television
A. Not smart enough. B. Very expensive. C. Too big.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. When did Edinburgh grow largely in size
A. In the 7th Century. B. In the 15th Century. C. In the 17th Century.
18. Which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site
A. Edinburgh Castle.
B. The Old Town area.
C. The Scottish Government building.
19. When does the Edinburgh Festival run
A. Between June and July. B. During August. C. In December.
20. What’s the biggest event during the Edinburgh Festival
A. Comedy shows. B. Plays. C. Films.
第二部分 阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Women scientists around the globe have made significant contributions to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths). Here are four female scientists who pushed boundaries and changed the world.
Wu Chienshiung (1912 — 1997)
Born in Taicang, Jiangsu province, Wu took part in the Manhattan Project which helped create the world’s first nuclear weapon. Her famous Wu experiment overturned the theory of parity (宇称理论) in physics. This breakthrough led to a Nobel Prize that was awarded to her male colleagues, but Wu’s critical role in the work was overlooked.
Hedy Lamarr (1914 — 2000)
Austria-born Lamarr starred in a lot of Hollywood films and made great success. She was also super smart and a self-taught inventor. During the second world war, Lamarr together with George Antheil, a composer, developed a radio guidance system. The principle of their work is part of the basis of Bluetooth and wireless technology.
Katherine Johns (1918 — 2020)
African American NASA mathematician Johnson’s calculations were critical in getting the first US astronauts to space and back safely. During her 33-year career at NASA, Katherine earned a reputation for mastering complex calculations and was referred to as a “human computer”.
Tu Youyou (1930 —)
Born in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, Tu shared the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with two other foreign scientists, for her work in discovering artemisinin, a drug used to treat malaria. Her work has saved millions of lives all over the world. Tu is the first Chinese Nobel winner in physiology or medicine and the first female citizen of the PRC to win a Nobel Prize.
1. Who made the greatest contributions to NASA
A. Hedy Lamarr. B. Tu Youyou. C. Katherine Johns. D. Wu Chienshiung.
2. Why is Tu Youyou considered as a great person
A. Her research rescued millions of people.
B. She is the first female Nobel Prize winner.
C. Her research overturned the Manhattan Project.
D. She discovered the malaria with a determined effort.
3. What do the four female scientists have in common
A. They all won the Nobel Prize.
B. They all developed a theory of STEM.
C. They all devoted themselves to the medical field.
D. They all made an important influence on the world.
B
After putting in long hours for 12 years, Mike Goldberg decided it was time to leave his job. Just earning money wasn’t true to his core and he realized that was not his true desire.
In 1996, Goldberg left his job and his home in Los Angeles to follow his love for underwater diving in Hawaii. When getting out of the water after his very first dive, he decided that this was what he really wanted to do — to enjoy his life by combining diving and making a living. In 2004, Goldberg and his family settled in Islamorada, and opened a dive shop, Key Dives.
As an enthusiastic diver, Goldberg developed a strong appreciation of coral reefs (珊瑚礁), which not only support all kinds of species, but also protect coastal areas. “Over the last two decades, coral reefs have gone from colorful and full of life to functionally extinct today. Now, many of the reefs in the area cannot recover naturally on their own and require humans’ assistance to survive,” Goldberg said seriously.
Although he was not a scientist, knowing more about the history of the reefs and what’s happening now to them than most people put him in a unique position to communicate in plain words about what was going on. Around the same time, he met Dr. Kylie Smith, who was completing her PhD to become a coral reef ecologist. In 2019, they teamed up to co-found Islamorada Conservation and Restoration Education (I. CARE), with the goal of seeking as many divers as possible and having them help restore the area’s reefs, ensuring their survival for future generations.
So far, I. CARE has organized thousands of special coral restoration dives for local and out-of-town participants. It has replanted more than 10,000 corals and educated more than 2,000 people. More local people are learning about the importance of coral reefs and how to help rebuild them during I. CARE’s diving trips. “There’s so much work to do. We’re just getting started,” Goldberg said.
4. What was Goldberg’s decision after going diving for the first time
A. Looking for more coral reefs. B. Earning a living through diving.
C. Supporting sea life protection. D. Diving with his family regularly.
5. What did Goldberg most probably think of the current condition of coral reefs in Islamorada
A It’s interesting. B. It’s understandable. C. It’s promising. D. It’s concerning.
6. What’s the purpose of Goldberg and Smith’s establishing I. CARE
A. To provide free training for divers. B. To raise money for coral reef protection.
C. To call on divers to help recover coral reefs. D. To exchange stories about diving experiences.
7. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about
A. Tips on going on diving trips. B. Achievements made by I. CARE.
C. Suggestions on replanting corals. D. Activities organized by I. CARE.
C
Have you ever stepped into a restaurant or shop and been greeted by a seated cat figure with its paw(爪子) up in the air These cats, known as maneki-neko, are found all around the world, but are native to Japan.
In Japanese, maneki means “beckoning”(招手示意) and neko means “cat”. Business owners place the cats in their shop entrances in the hope that the cats will bring in good luck, as well as paying customers. For this reason, English speakers often refer to them as “Lucky Cats” or “Welcoming Cats”.
To people from Western countries, the waving gesture looks like a “hello”, but in Japan and other Asian countries, an upright arm with fingers moving is a way to say, “Come here”. While the name maneki-neko implies this gesture, some historians believe the upright pa w shows that the cat is washing its face. This idea might have some truth in its gesture as an old Japanese belief says that a cat washing its face means a visitor is sure to arrive. An ancient Chinese tale supports this idea: “If a cat raises its pa w over the ears and washes its face, then clients will come.”
Whether a maneki-neko is washing its face or calling someone to approach, its paws indicate further clues to the fortune it might bring. When the right paw is raised, money is said to come, while the left pa w is believed to attract customers. The higher a cat’s paw is, the more fortune a cat is thought to bring.
Like Japan’s beloved Hello Kitty character, maneki-neko figures are modeled after a native cat called Japanese bobcats, known for their short tails. Because of an old tale, these cats have long been relevant to luck. According to the story, a monk(和尚) was sitting under a tree when his cat beckoned with his paw for the monk to come to him. Puzzled, the monk walked over to the cat. A large branch fell where the monk had just been seated.
8. Why do businessmen prefer placing a cat figure near the gate of shop
A. Because the cat means good fortune. B. Because the cat will pay customers’ bill.
C. Because the cat is more lovely than the dog. D. Because the cat is praised by English speakers.
9. What is the meaning of a cat putting the right pa w up
A. It implies washing its face. B. It waves goodbye to you.
C. It makes the client puzzled. D. It shows the road to wealth.
10. What can we learn about the maneki-neko figures
A. It has a long tail with luck. B. It is often seated under a tree.
C. It is based on native bobcats. D. It is more popular than Hello Kitty.
11. Which of the following is the best title of the text
A. A Cat and a Monk. B. A Cat with its Lucky Paws.
C. A Cat and its Friends Hello Kitty. D. A Cat with its Japanese Name.
D
Driving through tunnels is a risky task as drivers need to lower their speed control car distance and adapt to poor light, and the limited space may make them anxious, all making preventing accidents a public health challenge. Here, in a study, scientists show that well-chosen background music can help improve road safety.
“By comparing the effects of different types of sound— slow VS. fast music, warning sounds such as alarms, and a voice reminding them to drive safely— on brain activity and physical behavior, we find the best solution to keep drivers focused,” said professor Yanqun Yang, from Fuzhou University, China.
The scientists studied background sounds and music, but focused on the length of a long tunnel. With immersive (沉浸式的) VR, they reproduced a 5,100-meter-long tunnel with traffic in both directions and employed 40 young people to act as experimental drivers. When the experimenters wore the VR headset in an imitation (模拟的) car, the researchers closely monitored and recorded the pressure on the pedals, the steering wheel’s angle, and driving speed.
Brain activity and heart rate variability(心率变异性) to show changes in emotional state, like stress and nervousness, were measured as well. Drivers drove fastest in response to fast music, and slowest to slow music. Comparisons of heart rate variability— typically low in people who are stressed— indicated that the drivers felt most relaxed, with very little mental stress, and could best concentrate on driving when listening to slow music, which was similar to feedback from drivers, of whom 63% chose slow music as their preferred parisons of the drivers’ brain waves indicated that slow music reduced nervousness in the drivers, while voice reminders, fast music, and alarms increased it.
“We find that slow music played as background throughout the tunnels, replaced by alarms only at spots and times when the risk of accidents is the highest, is best to keep drivers attentive, at ease, and not tired, while pushing them to be extra vigilant and focused when they’re driving through tunnels,” said researcher Dr Wei Lin. “But there’s still a long way to go before more specific design and management recommendations can be proposed.”
12. What makes the prevention of accidents challenging according to Paragraph 1
A Drivers need to deal with various tasks in the tunnels.
B. Drivers are absent-minded while driving in the tunnels.
C. Drivers have limited knowledge of car distance in the tunnels.
D. Drivers can’t adjust themselves to the poor light in the tunnels.
13. What’s the role of VR technology in this experiment
A. Testing drivers’ immediate response. B. Allowing drivers to choose proper music.
C. Reproducing real-world driving conditions. D. Training drivers on tunnel driving techniques.
14. What can be inferred about drivers listening to slow music in this experiment
A. Drivers might show high heart rate variability.
B. Drivers find it hard to control their emotional state.
C. Listening to slow music can increase their brain activity.
D. Listening to slow music can reduce their positive emotions.
15. What does the underlined word “vigilant” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Stressful. B. Creative. C. Confused. D. Watchful.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项， 选项中有两项为多余选项。
With rapid development of technology, our vision of the classroom will have a significant change. The future classroom, a combination of physical and digital space, will provide immersive and interactive learning experiences. ___16___
Virtual reality. Virtual reality (VR) technology can be used to create unique learning experiences that inspire students’ imagination and creativity. VR headsets can be costly. ___17___ Take Google Cardboard for instance. It is a device that can offer educators an affordable way to introduce this technology in their classrooms.
Cloud technology. With the assistance of this advanced technology, numerous educational resources and other learning materials can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection. ___18___ They will not have to worry about carrying heavy textbooks and other educational materials around with them.
Flexible displays (显示器). OLED-based displays would be much like a regular piece of paper. They would be extremely thin and flexible. The benefits of this technology go beyond the classroom. For instance, it could have a huge impact on paper productivity, even making paper products extinct. ___19___
___20___ We’ve already seen classrooms transition away from the traditional whiteboard to interactive smart boards. What about smart desks This technology would allow students to team up on projects and tasks with students all over the country and the world. Nevertheless, there are currently no available smart desks on the market designed for education.
A. Smart boards.
B. Smart desks.
C. These headsets is not affordable.
D. But there are less expensive options.
E. Here are some specific features of the future classroom.
F. Therefore, it could make a difference to the environment.
G. Cloud technology will also break the limits students used to face.
第三部分 语言知识运用 (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。
If we redouble our efforts, our dreams will come true. Chen Zuobin had ___21___ for 13 years already. Finally, he decided to become a ___22___ again. Born in a mountain village in Anhui Province, Chen Zuobin walked out of the mountains for study when he was 19. Though he had a ___23___ life as a creative director of an international agency in Shanghai, he couldn’t ___24___ the anxiety reflected in his dreams.
“I dreamed about ___25___ branch roads several times a year. I didn’t know which one leads to ___26___ . It made me feel terrible.” One day, Chen Zuobin said to his wife, “I want to go home.” ___27___ being surprised, his wife said, “Follow your heart. Don’t worry about me.”
The young couple returned to their hometown and ___28___ the Real Food Farm just to lead a real and simple life. Chen Zuobin shook off the ___29___ and tiredness from too much workload in the city. Only in the mountains can they enjoy the ____30____ air. There isn’t the smell of tail gas, but the smell of ____31____ when it shines over the woods. They live a life of “eating healthily and ____32____ well”.
In a time ____33____ eating properly becomes a luxury in the urban life, it’s truly a right way to return to the simplicity. “Life is a journey of ____34____ the proper way,” said Chen Zuobin.
Those dreams about branch roads have ____35____ because he has found his own path.
21. A. resist B. struggled C. inquire D. lived
22. A. villager B. worker C. farmer D. manager
23. A. easy B. simple C. hard D. successful
24. A. imagine B. boost C. remember D. remove
25. A. countless B. entertaining C. straight D. muddy
26. A. home B. future C. Rome D. destination
27. A. In terms of B. Instead of C. In consequence of D. In place of
28. A. built B. left C. sold D. ruined
29. A. sadness B. loneliness C. anxiety D. joy
30. A. warm B. thin C. fresh D. smelly
31. A. dust B. sunlight C. water D. smog
32. A. playing B. dressing C. studying D. sleeping
33. A. that B. when C. which D. where
34. A. changing B. leading C. finding D. directing
35. A. passed away B. put away C. run away D. faded away
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。
In the tourism market of our country, there is a new type of travel, which is known as “New Chinese-style travel”. It has attracted strong interest among people, ___36___ (especial) among younger generations, reflecting China’s continued economic recovery.
“New Chinese-style travel”, refers to activities such as visiting history museums, watching traditional ___37___ (performance), discovering historical scenic spots, and dressing in traditional Chinese costumes.
Lots of cities offering some experiences ___38___ (relate) to cultural heritage have welcomed a large number of tourists. For example, traditional opera culture in Beijing and East China’s Suzhou and tea-picking culture in Southeast China’s Fujian Province ___39___ (enjoy) great popularity over the past few years.
Traditional culture is drawing increasing attention among the public, ___40___ (lead) to a rise in the popularity of “New Chinese-style travel”. Industry experts have noted that the introduction of creative cultural tourism products has breathed new life into traditional festivals, encouraging people ___41___ (appreciate) their cultural heritage. This new type of travel appeals ___42___ tourists a lot due to its unique experiences. They can get a deep understanding of the liveliest aspects of a city, including culture, art, food and local lifestyles.
Wang Peng, ___43___ is a researcher from the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, said, “For many young travelers in the country, this trend reflects ___44___ sense of cultural self-confidence. As customers’ sense of pride in traditional Chinese culture continues to grow, new forms of consumption _____45_____ (drive) by culture and travel in the distant future.”
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你的英国笔友Mike要来中国旅行，计划先去一个有特色的公园，发邮件向你寻求推荐。请你给 Mike回信，内容包括：
(1) 你推荐的公园；
(2) 推荐理由；
(3) 你的祝愿。
注意： (1) 词数80左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“Go back, Mom! Go back!” shouted my six-year-old daughter, June. I quickly turned around to cast my doubtful eyes on the back seat, worried I had forgotten her younger sister. I was relieved to see the girls safe and sit in their car seats, but June’s expression was one of pure anxiety. “Mom, we have to go back,” she insisted. “Someone needs our help!”
As I looked back from the driver’s seat, I spotted a young man in rags playing his guitar. His skinny, poor-looking dog rested next to his feet near an old, worn cardboard sign that read, “Homeless, please help.”
We’d come across homeless people before and had talked about their needs and struggles. I should seize the chance to set a good example for my daughters to give a helping hand. So I searched for some cash, only to find I had nothing but credit cards. “I’m sorry, sweetheart, but I don’t have any cash,” I said. “I have some, Mom!” June replied. She opened her little pink purse and pulled out a five-dollar bill. “Oh, good. I’ll pay you back when we get home,” I responded with a sigh of relief. “No. Mom.” she insisted, “I want to help him. I don’t want you to pay me back. I want to give him my money.”
As we drove down the crowded rows of the parking lot, I reassured her that we would get to him.
When we got there. I called out, “Excuse me, sir!” He cautiously walked toward our car and answered, “Yes, ma’am ” “Here you go, sir.” June stretched out her entire body to hand him her five-dollar bill through the window and explained, “I want you to have this.” He smiled and hesitatingly asked, “This was your money ” “Yes! I want you to have it,” she proudly answered. “Thank you,” he said, touched by her thoughtfulness.
We exchanged a smile, and as we drove away, my younger daughter Scarlett began to cry. I hadn’t noticed that she had emptied her purse and was holding two quarters in her tiny hands.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
“Mom, I wanted to help, too,” she sobbed.
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Paragraph 2:
Now with tears in his eyes, he said in disbelief, “You want to help me ”
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考阅评·大联考
答案
本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码区域内。
2. 选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0.5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。
3. 请按照题号顺序在各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试題卷上答題无效。
4. 保持卡面清洁，不要折叠、不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。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. Which sofa will the speakers buy
A. The blue one. B. The green one. C. The white one.
2. What will the man read about next
A. AI technology. B. Self-driving. C. Big data.
3. What will the speakers probably do tonight
A. Clean up the woman’s bedroom. B. Have dinner at a restaurant. C. Cook pizza at home.
4. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Driver and passerby. B. Instructor and learner. C. Police officer and driver.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Lifestyle changes. B. Holiday destinations. C. Family relationships.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Where is Carole going today
A. To the library. B. To the office. C. To a bookshop.
7. What did Carole receive earlier
A. A letter. B. A credit card bill. C. A library notice.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How long will it probably take the man to finish his work
A. 5 minutes. B. 12 minutes. C. 20 minutes.
9. What does the woman want to do
A. Eat her sandwich. B. Write a report. C. Go out for a meal.
10. Where are the speakers
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. On the street.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How does the man probably feel
A. Excited. B. Understandable. C. Upset.
12. What does the woman say about the copy machine
A. It’s broken. B. It’s stuck. C. It’s out of paper.
13. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Use another machine. B. Put off the meeting. C. Go to the store room.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What is good about the small television
A. It can connect with a phone.
B. It has separate speakers.
C. It has the best surround-sound system.
15. What color television does the woman want
A. White. B. Silver. C. Black.
16. What does the woman think of the last television
A. Not smart enough. B. Very expensive. C. Too big.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. When did Edinburgh grow largely in size
A. In the 7th Century. B. In the 15th Century. C. In the 17th Century.
18. Which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site
A. Edinburgh Castle.
B. The Old Town area.
C. The Scottish Government building.
19. When does the Edinburgh Festival run
A. Between June and July. B. During August. C. In December.
20. What’s the biggest event during the Edinburgh Festival
A. Comedy shows. B. Plays. C. Films.
听力答案 略
第二部分 阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Women scientists around the globe have made significant contributions to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths). Here are four female scientists who pushed boundaries and changed the world.
Wu Chienshiung (1912 — 1997)
Born in Taicang, Jiangsu province, Wu took part in the Manhattan Project which helped create the world’s first nuclear weapon. Her famous Wu experiment overturned the theory of parity (宇称理论) in physics. This breakthrough led to a Nobel Prize that was awarded to her male colleagues, but Wu’s critical role in the work was overlooked.
Hedy Lamarr (1914 — 2000)
Austria-born Lamarr starred in a lot of Hollywood films and made great success. She was also super smart and a self-taught inventor. During the second world war, Lamarr together with George Antheil, a composer, developed a radio guidance system. The principle of their work is part of the basis of Bluetooth and wireless technology.
Katherine Johns (1918 — 2020)
African American NASA mathematician Johnson’s calculations were critical in getting the first US astronauts to space and back safely. During her 33-year career at NASA, Katherine earned a reputation for mastering complex calculations and was referred to as a “human computer”.
Tu Youyou (1930 —)
Born in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, Tu shared the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with two other foreign scientists, for her work in discovering artemisinin, a drug used to treat malaria. Her work has saved millions of lives all over the world. Tu is the first Chinese Nobel winner in physiology or medicine and the first female citizen of the PRC to win a Nobel Prize.
1. Who made the greatest contributions to NASA
A. Hedy Lamarr. B. Tu Youyou. C. Katherine Johns. D. Wu Chienshiung.
2. Why is Tu Youyou considered as a great person
A. Her research rescued millions of people.
B. She is the first female Nobel Prize winner.
C. Her research overturned the Manhattan Project.
D. She discovered the malaria with a determined effort.
3. What do the four female scientists have in common
A. They all won the Nobel Prize.
B. They all developed a theory of STEM.
C. They all devoted themselves to the medical field.
D. They all made an important influence on the world.
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. D
B
After putting in long hours for 12 years, Mike Goldberg decided it was time to leave his job. Just earning money wasn’t true to his core and he realized that was not his true desire.
In 1996, Goldberg left his job and his home in Los Angeles to follow his love for underwater diving in Hawaii. When getting out of the water after his very first dive, he decided that this was what he really wanted to do — to enjoy his life by combining diving and making a living. In 2004, Goldberg and his family settled in Islamorada, and opened a dive shop, Key Dives.
As an enthusiastic diver, Goldberg developed a strong appreciation of coral reefs (珊瑚礁), which not only support all kinds of species, but also protect coastal areas. “Over the last two decades, coral reefs have gone from colorful and full of life to functionally extinct today. Now, many of the reefs in the area cannot recover naturally on their own and require humans’ assistance to survive,” Goldberg said seriously.
Although he was not a scientist, knowing more about the history of the reefs and what’s happening now to them than most people put him in a unique position to communicate in plain words about what was going on. Around the same time, he met Dr. Kylie Smith, who was completing her PhD to become a coral reef ecologist. In 2019, they teamed up to co-found Islamorada Conservation and Restoration Education (I. CARE), with the goal of seeking as many divers as possible and having them help restore the area’s reefs, ensuring their survival for future generations.
So far, I. CARE has organized thousands of special coral restoration dives for local and out-of-town participants. It has replanted more than 10,000 corals and educated more than 2,000 people. More local people are learning about the importance of coral reefs and how to help rebuild them during I. CARE’s diving trips. “There’s so much work to do. We’re just getting started,” Goldberg said.
4. What was Goldberg’s decision after going diving for the first time
A. Looking for more coral reefs. B. Earning a living through diving.
C. Supporting sea life protection. D. Diving with his family regularly.
5. What did Goldberg most probably think of the current condition of coral reefs in Islamorada
A. It’s interesting. B. It’s understandable. C. It’s promising. D. It’s concerning.
6. What’s the purpose of Goldberg and Smith’s establishing I. CARE
A. To provide free training for divers. B. To raise money for coral reef protection.
C. To call on divers to help recover coral reefs. D. To exchange stories about diving experiences.
7. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about
A. Tips on going on diving trips. B. Achievements made by I. CARE.
C. Suggestions on replanting corals. D. Activities organized by I. CARE.
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. B
C
Have you ever stepped into a restaurant or shop and been greeted by a seated cat figure with its paw(爪子) up in the air These cats, known as maneki-neko, are found all around the world, but are native to Japan.
In Japanese, maneki means “beckoning”(招手示意) and neko means “cat”. Business owners place the cats in their shop entrances in the hope that the cats will bring in good luck, as well as paying customers. For this reason, English speakers often refer to them as “Lucky Cats” or “Welcoming Cats”.
To people from Western countries, the waving gesture looks like a “hello”, but in Japan and other Asian countries, an upright arm with fingers moving is a way to say, “Come here”. While the name maneki-neko implies this gesture, some historians believe the upright pa w shows that the cat is washing its face. This idea might have some truth in its gesture as an old Japanese belief says that a cat washing its face means a visitor is sure to arrive. An ancient Chinese tale supports this idea: “If a cat raises its pa w over the ears and washes its face, then clients will come.”
Whether a maneki-neko is washing its face or calling someone to approach, its paws indicate further clues to the fortune it might bring. When the right paw is raised, money is said to come, while the left pa w is believed to attract customers. The higher a cat’s paw is, the more fortune a cat is thought to bring.
Like Japan’s beloved Hello Kitty character, maneki-neko figures are modeled after a native cat called Japanese bobcats, known for their short tails. Because of an old tale, these cats have long been relevant to luck. According to the story, a monk(和尚) was sitting under a tree when his cat beckoned with his paw for the monk to come to him. Puzzled, the monk walked over to the cat. A large branch fell where the monk had just been seated.
8. Why do businessmen prefer placing a cat figure near the gate of shop
A. Because the cat means good fortune. B. Because the cat will pay customers’ bill.
C. Because the cat is more lovely than the dog. D. Because the cat is praised by English speakers.
9. What is the meaning of a cat putting the right pa w up
A. It implies washing its face. B. It waves goodbye to you.
C. It makes the client puzzled. D. It shows the road to wealth.
10. What can we learn about the maneki-neko figures
A. It has a long tail with luck. B. It is often seated under a tree.
C. It is based on native bobcats. D. It is more popular than Hello Kitty.
11. Which of the following is the best title of the text
A. A Cat and a Monk. B. A Cat with its Lucky Paws.
C. A Cat and its Friends Hello Kitty. D. A Cat with its Japanese Name.
【答案】8. A 9. D 10. C 11. B
D
Driving through tunnels is a risky task as drivers need to lower their speed, control car distance and adapt to poor light, and the limited space may make them anxious, all making preventing accidents a public health challenge. Here, in a study, scientists show that well-chosen background music can help improve road safety.
“By comparing the effects of different types of sound— slow VS. fast music, warning sounds such as alarms, and a voice reminding them to drive safely— on brain activity and physical behavior, we find the best solution to keep drivers focused,” said professor Yanqun Yang, from Fuzhou University, China.
The scientists studied background sounds and music, but focused on the length of a long tunnel. With immersive (沉浸式的) VR, they reproduced a 5,100-meter-long tunnel with traffic in both directions and employed 40 young people to act as experimental drivers. When the experimenters wore the VR headset in an imitation (模拟的) car, the researchers closely monitored and recorded the pressure on the pedals, the steering wheel’s angle, and driving speed.
Brain activity and heart rate variability(心率变异性) to show changes in emotional state, like stress and nervousness, were measured as well. Drivers drove fastest in response to fast music, and slowest to slow music. Comparisons of heart rate variability— typically low in people who are stressed— indicated that the drivers felt most relaxed, with very little mental stress, and could best concentrate on driving when listening to slow music, which was similar to feedback from drivers, of whom 63% chose slow music as their preferred parisons of the drivers’ brain waves indicated that slow music reduced nervousness in the drivers, while voice reminders, fast music, and alarms increased it.
“We find that slow music played as background throughout the tunnels, replaced by alarms only at spots and times when the risk of accidents is the highest, is best to keep drivers attentive, at ease, and not tired, while pushing them to be extra vigilant and focused when they’re driving through tunnels,” said researcher Dr Wei Lin. “But there’s still a long way to go before more specific design and management recommendations can be proposed.”
12. What makes the prevention of accidents challenging according to Paragraph 1
A. Drivers need to deal with various tasks in the tunnels.
B. Drivers are absent-minded while driving in the tunnels.
C. Drivers have limited knowledge of car distance in the tunnels.
D. Drivers can’t adjust themselves to the poor light in the tunnels.
13. What’s the role of VR technology in this experiment
A. Testing drivers’ immediate response. B. Allowing drivers to choose proper music.
C. Reproducing real-world driving conditions. D. Training drivers on tunnel driving techniques.
14. What can be inferred about drivers listening to slow music in this experiment
A. Drivers might show high heart rate variability.
B. Drivers find it hard to control their emotional state.
C. Listening to slow music can increase their brain activity.
D. Listening to slow music can reduce their positive emotions.
15. What does the underlined word “vigilant” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Stressful. B. Creative. C. Confused. D. Watchful.
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. A 15. D
第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项， 选项中有两项为多余选项。
With rapid development of technology, our vision of the classroom will have a significant change. The future classroom, a combination of physical and digital space, will provide immersive and interactive learning experiences. ___16___
Virtual reality. Virtual reality (VR) technology can be used to create unique learning experiences that inspire students’ imagination and creativity. VR headsets can be costly. ___17___ Take Google Cardboard for instance. It is a device that can offer educators an affordable way to introduce this technology in their classrooms.
Cloud technology. With the assistance of this advanced technology, numerous educational resources and other learning materials can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection. ___18___ They will not have to worry about carrying heavy textbooks and other educational materials around with them.
Flexible displays (显示器). OLED-based displays would be much like a regular piece of paper. They would be extremely thin and flexible. The benefits of this technology go beyond the classroom. For instance, it could have a huge impact on paper productivity, even making paper products extinct. ___19___
___20___ We’ve already seen classrooms transition away from the traditional whiteboard to interactive smart boards. What about smart desks This technology would allow students to team up on projects and tasks with students all over the country and the world. Nevertheless, there are currently no available smart desks on the market designed for education.
A. Smart boards.
B. Smart desks.
C. These headsets is not affordable.
D. But there are less expensive options.
E. Here are some specific features of the future classroom.
F. Therefore, it could make a difference to the environment.
G. Cloud technology will also break the limits students used to face.
【答案】16. E 17. D 18. G 19. F 20. B
第三部分 语言知识运用 (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。
If we redouble our efforts, our dreams will come true. Chen Zuobin had ___21___ for 13 years already. Finally, he decided to become a ___22___ again. Born in a mountain village in Anhui Province, Chen Zuobin walked out of the mountains for study when he was 19. Though he had a ___23___ life as a creative director of an international agency in Shanghai, he couldn’t ___24___ the anxiety reflected in his dreams.
“I dreamed about ___25___ branch roads several times a year. I didn’t know which one leads to ___26___ . It made me feel terrible.” One day, Chen Zuobin said to his wife, “I want to go home.” ___27___ being surprised, his wife said, “Follow your heart. Don’t worry about me.”
The young couple returned to their hometown and ___28___ the Real Food Farm just to lead a real and simple life. Chen Zuobin shook off the ___29___ and tiredness from too much workload in the city. Only in the mountains can they enjoy the ____30____ air. There isn’t the smell of tail gas, but the smell of ____31____ when it shines over the woods. They live a life of “eating healthily and ____32____ well”.
In a time ____33____ eating properly becomes a luxury in the urban life, it’s truly a right way to return to the simplicity. “Life is a journey of ____34____ the proper way,” said Chen Zuobin.
Those dreams about branch roads have ____35____ because he has found his own path.
21. A. resist B. struggled C. inquire D. lived
22. A. villager B. worker C. farmer D. manager
23. A. easy B. simple C. hard D. successful
24. A. imagine B. boost C. remember D. remove
25. A. countless B. entertaining C. straight D. muddy
26. A. home B. future C. Rome D. destination
27. A. In terms of B. Instead of C. In consequence of D. In place of
28. A. built B. left C. sold D. ruined
29. A. sadness B. loneliness C. anxiety D. joy
30. A. warm B. thin C. fresh D. smelly
31. A. dust B. sunlight C. water D. smog
32. A. playing B. dressing C. studying D. sleeping
33. A. that B. when C. which D. where
34. A. changing B. leading C. finding D. directing
35. A. passed away B. put away C. run away D. faded away
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 24. D 25. A 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. B 34. C 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。
In the tourism market of our country, there is a new type of travel, which is known as “New Chinese-style travel”. It has attracted strong interest among people, ___36___ (especial) among younger generations, reflecting China’s continued economic recovery.
“New Chinese-style travel”, refers to activities such as visiting history museums, watching traditional ___37___ (performance), discovering historical scenic spots, and dressing in traditional Chinese costumes.
Lots of cities offering some experiences ___38___ (relate) to cultural heritage have welcomed a large number of tourists. For example traditional opera culture in Beijing and East China’s Suzhou and tea-picking culture in Southeast China’s Fujian Province ___39___ (enjoy) great popularity over the past few years.
Traditional culture is drawing increasing attention among the public, ___40___ (lead) to a rise in the popularity of “New Chinese-style travel”. Industry experts have noted that the introduction of creative cultural tourism products has breathed new life into traditional festivals, encouraging people ___41___ (appreciate) their cultural heritage. This new type of travel appeals ___42___ tourists a lot due to its unique experiences. They can get a deep understanding of the liveliest aspects of a city, including culture, art, food and local lifestyles.
Wang Peng, ___43___ is a researcher from the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, said, “For many young travelers in the country, this trend reflects ___44___ sense of cultural self-confidence. As customers’ sense of pride in traditional Chinese culture continues to grow, new forms of consumption _____45_____ (drive) by culture and travel in the distant future.”
【答案】36. especially
37. performances
38. related
39. have enjoyed
40. leading
41. to appreciate
42. to 43. who
44. a 45. will be driven
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你的英国笔友Mike要来中国旅行，计划先去一个有特色的公园，发邮件向你寻求推荐。请你给 Mike回信，内容包括：
(1) 你推荐的公园；
(2) 推荐理由；
(3) 你的祝愿。
注意： (1) 词数80左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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【答案】Dear Mike,
I’m thrilled to learn about your upcoming trip to China. I highly recommend visiting Jiuzhaigou National Park. It’s renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, which include colorful lakes, spectacular waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. The unique fairyland-like scenery will offer you an unforgettable experience. I wish you a fantastic journey and look forward to hearing all about it. Safe travels!
Yours
Li Hua
第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
“Go back, Mom! Go back!” shouted my six-year-old daughter, June. I quickly turned around to cast my doubtful eyes on the back seat, worried I had forgotten her younger sister. I was relieved to see the girls safe and sit in their car seats, but June’s expression was one of pure anxiety. “Mom, we have to go back,” she insisted. “Someone needs our help!”
As I looked back from the driver’s seat, I spotted a young man in rags playing his guitar. His skinny, poor-looking dog rested next to his feet near an old, worn cardboard sign that read, “Homeless, please help.”
We’d come across homeless people before and had talked about their needs and struggles. I should seize the chance to set a good example for my daughters to give a helping hand. So I searched for some cash, only to find I had nothing but credit cards. “I’m sorry, sweetheart, but I don’t have any cash,” I said. “I have some, Mom!” June replied. She opened her little pink purse and pulled out a five-dollar bill. “Oh, good. I’ll pay you back when we get home,” I responded with a sigh of relief. “No. Mom.” she insisted, “I want to help him. I don’t want you to pay me back. I want to give him my money.”
As we drove down the crowded rows of the parking lot, I reassured her that we would get to him.
When we got there. I called out, “Excuse me, sir!” He cautiously walked toward our car and answered, “Yes, ma’am ” “Here you go, sir.” June stretched out her entire body to hand him her five-dollar bill through the window and explained, “I want you to have this.” He smiled and hesitatingly asked, “This was your money ” “Yes! I want you to have it,” she proudly answered. “Thank you,” he said, touched by her thoughtfulness.
We exchanged a smile, and as we drove away, my younger daughter Scarlett began to cry. I hadn’t noticed that she had emptied her purse and was holding two quarters in her tiny hands.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
“Mom, I wanted to help, too,” she sobbed.
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Paragraph 2:
Now with tears in his eyes, he said in disbelief, “You want to help me ”
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【答案】 “Mom, I wanted to help, too,” she sobbed. I sighed and drove back to where we saw the man. But what could be found was only the guitar leaning against the wall. After 20 minutes’ search, outside a KFC, we spotted the man talking to an old granny with a walking stick. We were so happy that we ran towards him, “ So you are here. I’m looking for you.” said Scarlett.
Now with tears in his eyes, he said in disbelief, “You want to help me ” She said, “Yes, I want to help you as my elder sister did, but I couldn’t find you.” “The old granny wanted to buy food in the KFC, but she had difficulty in walking. So I helped her.” he said. Scarlett said , “You’re so kind. Here is the money that I want to give you.” The man accepted it and said with appreciation, “Thank you. Hope you have a good day.” Then we waved him goodbye and left for home.
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