山东省齐鲁名校联盟大联考2024-2025学年高三上学期12月月考 英语试题（无答案）
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绝密★启用前
2024—2025学年(上)高三年级第三次联考
英 语
考生注意：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上 的指定位置。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦
干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有2分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题 卡上。
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每 段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例 ：How much is the shirt
A.S19.15. B.&9.18. C.&9.15.
答案是C。
1.Who won the match at last
A.Mark. B.Sally's brother. C.Mark's brother.
2.Where are the speakers probably
A.At the bakery. B.In a bookstore. C.At home.
3.What's the price of the woman's new bike
A.$160. B.$100. C.$60.
4.What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Mother and son. B.Husband and wife. C.Teacher and student.
5.How does the woman feel about the game
A.Excited. B.Surprised. C.Disappointed.
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 is the woman worried
A.She finds no place to park.
B.There are so many cars on the road.
C.She thinks she might have an accident.
山东省齐鲁名校联盟天一大联考2024-2025学年高三上学期12月第三次联考
7.What is the man doing
A.Teaching driving. B.Driving a car. C.Directing traffic.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8.What was Mary trying to do just now
A.Look for a rabbit. B.Climb onto the sofa C.Eat dog food.
9.What does John want to have first
A.Biscuits. B.Bread. C.Beef.
10.Where will John go next
A.The kitchen. B.The study. C.The living room.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11.Why is the man going to the United States A.To study at the University of Stanford.
B.To visit his close friends.
C.To attend a meeting.
12.What is the man probably
A.A writer. B.A scientist. C.A singer.
13.When does the man plan to leave for California
A.In January. B.In February. C.In March.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14.Who is the woman staying with now
A.Her mother. B.Her sister. C.Her father.
15.What will the man do in the evening
A.Work on his project. B.Visit his uncle. C.Have dinner with his family.
16.When does the conversation take place
A.In the morning. B.At noon. C.In the afternoon.
17.How will the man go to the woman's house
A.By bus. B.By bike. C.By car.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18.Why does the speaker search online
A.To find interestíng movies.
B.To look up some new words. C.To learn how to make movies.
19.What is the speaker's habit while watching a movie
A.Trying to understand every word.
B.Memorizing the very difficult lines.
C.Writing down new words sometimes.
20.What does the speaker mainly talk about
A.How she learns English by watching movies.
B.Why she learns informal expressions.
C.What kind of movies she likes.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A
On the Move Riders Program(OTMRP)connects you to new friends who can teach you about how to get around on public transportation with Metro.
OTMRP works to empower older adults with the information and confidence to travel on fixed-route transportation,by providing one-on-one or group travel training,informational transit tours,and safety education presentations.Through our regional Older Adult Transportation Pop-Up events,Transportation Expo,and Raised on Records Concert,we try to spread the word about our program and the value of learning how to travel on public transportation.Through these efforts,we aim to remove barriers and enhance mobility among the older adult population.
Upcoming Event
Sept.27,10:00 am—2:00 pm:LIFE Program Sign-Up Event
Metro's Low-Income Fare is Easy(LIFE)program invites you to attend an upcoming enrollment event.Once you're in the program,you can purchase discounted passes or load 20 free regional rides on Metro or any participating transit agencies.Sign up now and get unlimited free rides for the first 90 days!
Special Fares for Seniors
●If you're a senior and ride frequently,a monthly pass is probably the best value.
●If you're an occasional bus rider,you may prefer to pay cash for each ride,and to take advantage of our 35-cent off-peak fare.
● Please note that disabled and medicare customers are entitled fo all senior cash and pass fares. 21.What is the purpose of OTMRP
A.To sell discounted riding passes. B.To help seniors use public transportation.
C.To provide free rides for seniors. D.To organize special riding events for seniors.
22.How can passengers get discounted tickets
A.By forming a group. B.By registering as a VIP.
C.By booking in advance. D.By attending a program. 23.What can we know about Special Fares for Seniors
A.Seniors must purchase a monthly pass to get discounts.
B.Occasional riders are not qualified for off-peak discounts.
C.A monthly pass is recommended for frequent riders. D.Disabled and medicare customers are not included. B
Mannon Gallegly may not be a famous name,but his work has had a significant impact on gardening and agriculture.Over 60 years ago,Gallegly developed the first tomato resistant to Phytophthora infestans,commonly
known as tomato blight(枯萎病).This achievement led to the creation of the West Virginia 63,a tomato variety still popular worldwide,known as“the people's tomato”.It remains a favorite in gardens from Alabama to Africa.
For the first time since 1949,Gallegly missed the annual tomato planting this year after moving into a nursing home due to illness.Despite his absence,his legacy(遗产)is preserved at West Virginia University(WVU), where he worked for 38 years and developed three more resilient(适应力强的)tomato varieties.His latest creation,Mannon's Majesty,was released this year and offered for free to West Virginians.The response was remarkable,with over 2,000 email requests for seeds,far outnumbering the supply.
Gallegly grew up in rural Arkansas during the Great Depression,where his family struggled financially. Encouraged by a teacher,he pursued higher education and earned a degree in agriculture.He later obtained a master's in plant pathology,working on a rice disease.In 1949,he joined WVU and began researching plant diseases,including tomato blight.The following summer,his crops were devastated,as what happened during the Irish Potato Famine.However,he noticed a few wild tomato varieties showed resistance.
For 13 years,Gallegly worked on developing a blight-resistant tomato,crossing those wild varieties with commercial types.In 1963,he finally succeeded,creating the West Virginia 63,which was both delicious and resistant to blight.
Even after retiring in 1986,Gallegly continued his research and guided students,His contributions have
nspired many,ensuring that his impact on agriculture will last for generations, 24.Why was Gallegly absent from this year's tomato planting
A.He moved to another city.
B.He suffered from a health problem.
C.He was occupied researching a new project.
D.He was too tired and decided to take a year off.
25.What does the underlined word“devastated”in paragraph 3 mean
A.Identified. B.Accepted. C.Promoted. D.Ruined.
26.What can we know about the West Virginia 63
A.It is free from blight. B.It is Gallegly's latest creation.
C.It is hard to grow in the garden. D.It is West Virginians'favorite variety.
27.Which can best describe Gallegly
A.Adventurous. B.Cooperative. C.Humble. D.Devoted.
C
In the early 1900s,American scientists had a grand plan:Bring raccoons( 浣 熊 ) ,a plentiful North American animal known for its cleverness,into the lab for experiments on animal intelligence.
The scientists quickly quit when the animals with primate-like paws(爪子)kept breaking out of their cages. “We're throwing up our hands and going back to rats and pigeons,”says Sarah Benson-Amram,a behavioral ecologist.“That's why,"she says,"we're now only exploring the surface of raccoon cognition(认知). ”
Found in most U.S.cities,raccoons are infamous for breaking into trash cans,homes,and other human- made structures.So far,Benson-Amram's research has sugested raccoons'inteligence is contibuting to the species'expansion into suburban and urban areas throughout the North American continent.
She and her colleagues have performed various experiments in which they present wild and captive(圈养的) raccoons with demanding tasks,such as learning to push multiple levers to receive a treat.In almost every instance,the animals have gone beyond the team's expectations—often by coming up with a solution that the scientists hadn't even imagined.
"They're endlessly fascinating—in every study we do,I'm struck by their willingness to explore things," Benson-Amram says.
Though raccoons are loved—it's easy to find"trash panda"merchandise online—others don't like them because they often dig through the garbage.
For that reason,Benson-Amram and her colleagues recently launched the University of British Columbia's Urban Wildlife Project,in which they'll place 30 GPS collars on raccoons and 10 collars on a kind of wolf throughout Vancouver to study how the animals adapt to and use urban environments.The team will also employ remote cameras throughout the city to observe the creatures and how they interact with people.The goal,she says, is to“hopefully lead to a greater co-existence between humans and wildlife.”
In the study;they found that beyond their intelligence,raccoons possess many qualities suited to city life, from their nocturnal(夜间活动的)nature,which helps them avoid run-ins with people,to their usual foods.For instance,they'll eat pretty much anything,from fruit,insects,frogs,to junk food.
28.Why did the researchers stop using raccoons in labs
A.They had no large enough cages.
B.The raccoons often destroyed equipment.
C.They had difficulty trapping these raccoons.
D.The raccoons tended to hurt the researchers'hands. 29.What impression did raccoons leave on Benson-Amram
A.Dirty and infamous. B.Attractive and quiet. C.Smart and curious. D.Wild and strong.
30.Why was the Urban Wildlife Project launched
A.To compare the life skills of different city animals.
B.To study the intelligence level of raccoons and wolves. C.To help animals better take advantage of city resources.
D.To learn about certain animals'adaptation to city environments. 31.Which of the following makes raccoons suitable to live in the city
A.Their wide-ranging diet. B.Their climbing ability.
C.Their running speed. D.Their sleeping habit.
D
Energy crops can be used for heat,electricity and even biofuels like bioethanol.They will become more important as the world turns away from fossil(化石)fuels.In a new study,researchers from Surrey have shown that where you choose to plant energy crops makes a big difference to biodiversity(生物多样性).
A detailed analysis has shown that planting energy crops on existing agricultural land in places like China and Central Europe could minimize harm to biodiversity compared to planting them elsewhere.Planting in these locations could then allow agricultural land in other places to be restored to natural habitats,maximizing the benefits to biodiversity.The study is published in the Journal of Applied Ecology.
Sophie Tudge,who carried out the research at Surrey's Center for Environment and Sustainability,said,“Our study suggests that,as far as biodiversity is concerned,it is always best to restore farmland to nature rather than re-plant it with energy crops.”
“Yet,we are realists.In the future,more fuel will come from crops,and it is far better to plant them on existing farms than to destroy remaining natural habitats.We have shown that where you plant those crops makes a huge difference to how many species continue to grow healthily,"she added.
When farmland is restored to nature,it creates new habitats for many species.Using that land to plant energy crops instead can be a missed opportunity to improve biodiversity.Given that energy crops need to be planted somewhere,researchers calculated which locations would have the smallest net impact on biodiversity.
They studied which habitats contained the richest mix of species.They then compared that information with maps of land use and information about where energy crops could produce the biggest yields.The researchers found that the harm to biodiversity could be minimized in places like Central Europe and the east coasts of the U.S.and China.However,food security,farmers'willingness,and surrounding energy infrastructure( 基 础 设 施 )are also important.After all,we depend on them to grow crops.
32.Why are China and Central Europe mentioned in paragraph 2
A.To prove the importance of agriculture.
B.To confirm the conclusion of the new study.
C.To show the harm of the energy crop planting.
D.To point out the link between biodiversity and crops.
33.What does Sophie Tudge think of restoring farmland to nature
A.Unrealistic. B.Unnecessary. C.Possible. D.Successful.
34.What should be done in energy crop planting areas
A.Bringing in foreign species. B.Increasing the planting areas.
C.Motivating the local farmers. D.Ensuring the diversity of crops. 35.What can be the best title for the text
A.Biodiversity Desperately Needs to Be Restored
B.Energy Crops Will Play an Important Role in the World
C.Fossil Fuels Will Eventually Be Replaced by Energy Crops
D.The Distribution of Energy Crops Could Affect Biodiversity 第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中 有两项为多余选项。
A recent study suggests that reading paper books does make you smarter.While all reading benefits the brain,particularly at a young age,physical books offer the most advantages.Students who read paper books scored approximately 2.5 years ahead of those who didn't read,whereas digital readers scored just under a year ahead 36
A previous study has consistently shown that reading comprehension is better with paper books compared to
digital reading. 37 Even in areas where digital reading is more common,students who read paper books
demonstrate a better understanding of the material.
One reason for this is that reading on paper comes with fewer distractions( 干 扰 ) .Digital platforms often distract readers with games or videos. 38 Additionally,the absence of blue light in physical books prevents potential harm to readers'eyes and aids in better sleep.The brain activity involved in reading a paper book helps the mind wind down,avoiding blue light that can interrupt the circadian rhythm(生物钟).
39 Children surrounded by books are encouraged to read and discuss what they learn,developing a habit of engaged learning and achieving greater success.While digital books have made reading more accessible to disadvantaged students,they do not replace the unique benefits of physical books.However,since physical copies can be more expensive and harder to find,digital reading remains a valuable alternative.
It's true that paper books have clear advantages. 40 So,regardless of how you choose to read,know
that any book is better than none.
A.Paper books,on the contrary,keep readers focused.
B.Unfortunately,the same cannot be said for digital books.
C.This differenee of more than a year and a half is significant.
D.Digital reading,on the other hand,is far better than not reading at all. E.Consider adding books to your physical library,rather than digital ones.
F.The new one further confirms the long-term benefits for physical book readers.
G.Moreover,people with more books at home are typically higher academio achievers.
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和 D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在 答题卡上将该项涂黑。
I needed to install(安装)a new phone.There was an old and heavy desk right in the way.The serviceman
41 to move it.I was a little angry!But I thought to myself,"I am a woman.Hear me roar(吼)!"I 42
the pain in my fifty-six-year-old back and pushed the desk aside with all my 43 _.But I sure paid the price for
(
·
)it later—once the serviceman left,that pain soon 44 _
A few days went by,and the pain didn't disappear.So,I went to get an X-ray. 45 _,the doctor told me that my back pain wasn't serious.But he also told me that there was a dark spot on my kidney that needed further
46 .Well,that led to a CAT scan,and the result was that I had a cancerous kidney that had to be 47 The good part was that the cancer hadn't spread,but the bad news was that it didn't 48 radiation treatments,which meant the only treatment option wouldn't work for me.
The doctor was pretty 49 about it,saying,“Either we got it all…or we didn't.There's no way to know for sure.So,my 50 _—you go ahead and do all the things you've been meaning to do but have been putting off.”
So I 51 making my remaining days count.I started filling up my days with all 52 _activities.I chose
to be a 53 at the local zoo and an editor.
Years flew by,and I am still_ 54 !I've continued being a zoo volunteer,and I've even had the joy of
getting my books published.
My "last year" of life has stretched into a quarter of a century now,and every single moment has been a 55
_
41.A.struggled B.refused C.intended D.promised
42.A.ignored B.sensed C.checked D.relieved
43.A.patience B.curiosity C.strength D.courage
44.A.disappeared B.recovered C.lessened D.worsened
45.A.Additionally B.Fortunately C.Obviously D.Basically
46.A.examination B.operations C.restrictions D.protection
47.A.monitored B.studied C.removed D.confirmed
48.A.hold back B.get over C.keep off D.respond to
49.A.straightforward B.sure C.particular D.nervous
50.A.responsibility B.suggestion C.explanation D.request
51.A.delayed B.regretted C.continued D.considered
52.A.meaningful B.tough C.familiar D.similar
53.A.teacher B.researcher C.volunteer D.photographer
54.A.weak B.anxious C.brave D.alive
55.A.burden B.pleasure C.question D.trick
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，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
An exhibition,the Silk Road Danqing—Exhibition of Murals(壁画)along the Ancient Silk Road, 56
(host)by the Chinese National Academy of Arts and the China Cultural Center in Paris,kicked off at the China Cultural Center in Paris,France on Sept.18.More than 160 Chinese and French guests attended the opening ceremony.The exhibition,_ 57 _ran until Sept.24,showcased reproductions of 23 murals from key sites along
the Silk Road.Curator(馆长)Zhang Jian explained that larger works could not be included 58 _account of
transport and gallery limitations.
Zhou Qingfu, 59 _(direct)of the Chinese National Academy of Arts,said,"The wide variety of character designs and the 60 (flexible)of styles and forms not only reflect the excellent craftsmanship of traditional murals but also highlight the unique features that emerged from the exchange of Eastern and Western cultures. These works not only tell stories thousands of years old but also serve as 61 living connection between the past and present."
Since 2016,the Gongbi Painting Institute of the Chinese National Academy of Arts has led the ancient Silk
Road mural reproduction project.More than 200 mural experts have been involved in this vast project, 62 (conduct)research across more than 10 countries along the Ancient Silk Road and in at least 20 cities and regions in China.It is the world's 63 (large)mud-based mural reproduction project.
To 64 _(faithful)reproduce the murals,the copyists used local mineral materials to capture the original
works'authenticity as closely as possible.
Their restoration techniques 65 (describe)as cutting-edge by French audiences at the exhibition.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分)
好习惯使人终身受益。请你以“A Healthy Habit”为题，写一篇短文向校英文报投稿，内容包括： 1.该习惯介绍；
2.该习惯给你带来的影响。
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。
A Healthy Habit
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
In a small town,there lived a young woman named Sophie.She was known not only for her kind heart but also for her lack of self-confidence.She had a habit of constantly comparing her own achievements with those of others around her,and more often than not,this left her feeling as if she were stuck in a rut( 一 成不变),making no real progress in her personal growth journey.
One ordinary day,while cleaning her grandmother's room,Sophie found a book titled"The Path to Self- Perfection”.When she opened the first page,the words“Perfection is not the goal,but growth is.”caught her attention.Then a glimmer of hope sparked within her,and she was instantly encouraged to take the first step on a path of self-improvement.
The first chapter of the book speaks of the importance of setting goals.Sophie,who had always felt aimless, decided to challenge herself by setting a goal to run a marathon.She had never been athletic,but the idea of pushing her limits excited her.Each morning,she woke up earlier than usual to train.With every step,she felt her determination grow stronger.
As she continued with her marathon training,Sophie also followed the advice in the book about practicing mindfulness.She started meditating(冥想)daily,focusing on her breath and being present in the moment.This practice brought her a sense of peace that she had never experienced before.She found that by focusing on the present,she was better able to tackle her tasks and manage her time effectively.
One evening,while reflecting on her progress,Sophie realized that self-improvement was not just about physical challenges but also about emotional growth.She decided to face up to her fear of public speaking by joining a local debate club.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The first time she attended a club meeting,Sophie's hands shook uncontrollably,
Slowly but surely,Sophie noticed a change.
2024—2025学年(上)高三年级第三次联考
英 语
考生注意：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上 的指定位置。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦
干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有2分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题 卡上。
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每 段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例 ：How much is the shirt
A.S19.15. B.&9.18. C.&9.15.
答案是C。
1.Who won the match at last
A.Mark. B.Sally's brother. C.Mark's brother.
2.Where are the speakers probably
A.At the bakery. B.In a bookstore. C.At home.
3.What's the price of the woman's new bike
A.$160. B.$100. C.$60.
4.What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Mother and son. B.Husband and wife. C.Teacher and student.
5.How does the woman feel about the game
A.Excited. B.Surprised. C.Disappointed.
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 is the woman worried
A.She finds no place to park.
B.There are so many cars on the road.
C.She thinks she might have an accident.
山东省齐鲁名校联盟天一大联考2024-2025学年高三上学期12月第三次联考
7.What is the man doing
A.Teaching driving. B.Driving a car. C.Directing traffic.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8.What was Mary trying to do just now
A.Look for a rabbit. B.Climb onto the sofa C.Eat dog food.
9.What does John want to have first
A.Biscuits. B.Bread. C.Beef.
10.Where will John go next
A.The kitchen. B.The study. C.The living room.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11.Why is the man going to the United States A.To study at the University of Stanford.
B.To visit his close friends.
C.To attend a meeting.
12.What is the man probably
A.A writer. B.A scientist. C.A singer.
13.When does the man plan to leave for California
A.In January. B.In February. C.In March.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14.Who is the woman staying with now
A.Her mother. B.Her sister. C.Her father.
15.What will the man do in the evening
A.Work on his project. B.Visit his uncle. C.Have dinner with his family.
16.When does the conversation take place
A.In the morning. B.At noon. C.In the afternoon.
17.How will the man go to the woman's house
A.By bus. B.By bike. C.By car.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18.Why does the speaker search online
A.To find interestíng movies.
B.To look up some new words. C.To learn how to make movies.
19.What is the speaker's habit while watching a movie
A.Trying to understand every word.
B.Memorizing the very difficult lines.
C.Writing down new words sometimes.
20.What does the speaker mainly talk about
A.How she learns English by watching movies.
B.Why she learns informal expressions.
C.What kind of movies she likes.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A
On the Move Riders Program(OTMRP)connects you to new friends who can teach you about how to get around on public transportation with Metro.
OTMRP works to empower older adults with the information and confidence to travel on fixed-route transportation,by providing one-on-one or group travel training,informational transit tours,and safety education presentations.Through our regional Older Adult Transportation Pop-Up events,Transportation Expo,and Raised on Records Concert,we try to spread the word about our program and the value of learning how to travel on public transportation.Through these efforts,we aim to remove barriers and enhance mobility among the older adult population.
Upcoming Event
Sept.27,10:00 am—2:00 pm:LIFE Program Sign-Up Event
Metro's Low-Income Fare is Easy(LIFE)program invites you to attend an upcoming enrollment event.Once you're in the program,you can purchase discounted passes or load 20 free regional rides on Metro or any participating transit agencies.Sign up now and get unlimited free rides for the first 90 days!
Special Fares for Seniors
●If you're a senior and ride frequently,a monthly pass is probably the best value.
●If you're an occasional bus rider,you may prefer to pay cash for each ride,and to take advantage of our 35-cent off-peak fare.
● Please note that disabled and medicare customers are entitled fo all senior cash and pass fares. 21.What is the purpose of OTMRP
A.To sell discounted riding passes. B.To help seniors use public transportation.
C.To provide free rides for seniors. D.To organize special riding events for seniors.
22.How can passengers get discounted tickets
A.By forming a group. B.By registering as a VIP.
C.By booking in advance. D.By attending a program. 23.What can we know about Special Fares for Seniors
A.Seniors must purchase a monthly pass to get discounts.
B.Occasional riders are not qualified for off-peak discounts.
C.A monthly pass is recommended for frequent riders. D.Disabled and medicare customers are not included. B
Mannon Gallegly may not be a famous name,but his work has had a significant impact on gardening and agriculture.Over 60 years ago,Gallegly developed the first tomato resistant to Phytophthora infestans,commonly
known as tomato blight(枯萎病).This achievement led to the creation of the West Virginia 63,a tomato variety still popular worldwide,known as“the people's tomato”.It remains a favorite in gardens from Alabama to Africa.
For the first time since 1949,Gallegly missed the annual tomato planting this year after moving into a nursing home due to illness.Despite his absence,his legacy(遗产)is preserved at West Virginia University(WVU), where he worked for 38 years and developed three more resilient(适应力强的)tomato varieties.His latest creation,Mannon's Majesty,was released this year and offered for free to West Virginians.The response was remarkable,with over 2,000 email requests for seeds,far outnumbering the supply.
Gallegly grew up in rural Arkansas during the Great Depression,where his family struggled financially. Encouraged by a teacher,he pursued higher education and earned a degree in agriculture.He later obtained a master's in plant pathology,working on a rice disease.In 1949,he joined WVU and began researching plant diseases,including tomato blight.The following summer,his crops were devastated,as what happened during the Irish Potato Famine.However,he noticed a few wild tomato varieties showed resistance.
For 13 years,Gallegly worked on developing a blight-resistant tomato,crossing those wild varieties with commercial types.In 1963,he finally succeeded,creating the West Virginia 63,which was both delicious and resistant to blight.
Even after retiring in 1986,Gallegly continued his research and guided students,His contributions have
nspired many,ensuring that his impact on agriculture will last for generations, 24.Why was Gallegly absent from this year's tomato planting
A.He moved to another city.
B.He suffered from a health problem.
C.He was occupied researching a new project.
D.He was too tired and decided to take a year off.
25.What does the underlined word“devastated”in paragraph 3 mean
A.Identified. B.Accepted. C.Promoted. D.Ruined.
26.What can we know about the West Virginia 63
A.It is free from blight. B.It is Gallegly's latest creation.
C.It is hard to grow in the garden. D.It is West Virginians'favorite variety.
27.Which can best describe Gallegly
A.Adventurous. B.Cooperative. C.Humble. D.Devoted.
C
In the early 1900s,American scientists had a grand plan:Bring raccoons( 浣 熊 ) ,a plentiful North American animal known for its cleverness,into the lab for experiments on animal intelligence.
The scientists quickly quit when the animals with primate-like paws(爪子)kept breaking out of their cages. “We're throwing up our hands and going back to rats and pigeons,”says Sarah Benson-Amram,a behavioral ecologist.“That's why,"she says,"we're now only exploring the surface of raccoon cognition(认知). ”
Found in most U.S.cities,raccoons are infamous for breaking into trash cans,homes,and other human- made structures.So far,Benson-Amram's research has sugested raccoons'inteligence is contibuting to the species'expansion into suburban and urban areas throughout the North American continent.
She and her colleagues have performed various experiments in which they present wild and captive(圈养的) raccoons with demanding tasks,such as learning to push multiple levers to receive a treat.In almost every instance,the animals have gone beyond the team's expectations—often by coming up with a solution that the scientists hadn't even imagined.
"They're endlessly fascinating—in every study we do,I'm struck by their willingness to explore things," Benson-Amram says.
Though raccoons are loved—it's easy to find"trash panda"merchandise online—others don't like them because they often dig through the garbage.
For that reason,Benson-Amram and her colleagues recently launched the University of British Columbia's Urban Wildlife Project,in which they'll place 30 GPS collars on raccoons and 10 collars on a kind of wolf throughout Vancouver to study how the animals adapt to and use urban environments.The team will also employ remote cameras throughout the city to observe the creatures and how they interact with people.The goal,she says, is to“hopefully lead to a greater co-existence between humans and wildlife.”
In the study;they found that beyond their intelligence,raccoons possess many qualities suited to city life, from their nocturnal(夜间活动的)nature,which helps them avoid run-ins with people,to their usual foods.For instance,they'll eat pretty much anything,from fruit,insects,frogs,to junk food.
28.Why did the researchers stop using raccoons in labs
A.They had no large enough cages.
B.The raccoons often destroyed equipment.
C.They had difficulty trapping these raccoons.
D.The raccoons tended to hurt the researchers'hands. 29.What impression did raccoons leave on Benson-Amram
A.Dirty and infamous. B.Attractive and quiet. C.Smart and curious. D.Wild and strong.
30.Why was the Urban Wildlife Project launched
A.To compare the life skills of different city animals.
B.To study the intelligence level of raccoons and wolves. C.To help animals better take advantage of city resources.
D.To learn about certain animals'adaptation to city environments. 31.Which of the following makes raccoons suitable to live in the city
A.Their wide-ranging diet. B.Their climbing ability.
C.Their running speed. D.Their sleeping habit.
D
Energy crops can be used for heat,electricity and even biofuels like bioethanol.They will become more important as the world turns away from fossil(化石)fuels.In a new study,researchers from Surrey have shown that where you choose to plant energy crops makes a big difference to biodiversity(生物多样性).
A detailed analysis has shown that planting energy crops on existing agricultural land in places like China and Central Europe could minimize harm to biodiversity compared to planting them elsewhere.Planting in these locations could then allow agricultural land in other places to be restored to natural habitats,maximizing the benefits to biodiversity.The study is published in the Journal of Applied Ecology.
Sophie Tudge,who carried out the research at Surrey's Center for Environment and Sustainability,said,“Our study suggests that,as far as biodiversity is concerned,it is always best to restore farmland to nature rather than re-plant it with energy crops.”
“Yet,we are realists.In the future,more fuel will come from crops,and it is far better to plant them on existing farms than to destroy remaining natural habitats.We have shown that where you plant those crops makes a huge difference to how many species continue to grow healthily,"she added.
When farmland is restored to nature,it creates new habitats for many species.Using that land to plant energy crops instead can be a missed opportunity to improve biodiversity.Given that energy crops need to be planted somewhere,researchers calculated which locations would have the smallest net impact on biodiversity.
They studied which habitats contained the richest mix of species.They then compared that information with maps of land use and information about where energy crops could produce the biggest yields.The researchers found that the harm to biodiversity could be minimized in places like Central Europe and the east coasts of the U.S.and China.However,food security,farmers'willingness,and surrounding energy infrastructure( 基 础 设 施 )are also important.After all,we depend on them to grow crops.
32.Why are China and Central Europe mentioned in paragraph 2
A.To prove the importance of agriculture.
B.To confirm the conclusion of the new study.
C.To show the harm of the energy crop planting.
D.To point out the link between biodiversity and crops.
33.What does Sophie Tudge think of restoring farmland to nature
A.Unrealistic. B.Unnecessary. C.Possible. D.Successful.
34.What should be done in energy crop planting areas
A.Bringing in foreign species. B.Increasing the planting areas.
C.Motivating the local farmers. D.Ensuring the diversity of crops. 35.What can be the best title for the text
A.Biodiversity Desperately Needs to Be Restored
B.Energy Crops Will Play an Important Role in the World
C.Fossil Fuels Will Eventually Be Replaced by Energy Crops
D.The Distribution of Energy Crops Could Affect Biodiversity 第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中 有两项为多余选项。
A recent study suggests that reading paper books does make you smarter.While all reading benefits the brain,particularly at a young age,physical books offer the most advantages.Students who read paper books scored approximately 2.5 years ahead of those who didn't read,whereas digital readers scored just under a year ahead 36
A previous study has consistently shown that reading comprehension is better with paper books compared to
digital reading. 37 Even in areas where digital reading is more common,students who read paper books
demonstrate a better understanding of the material.
One reason for this is that reading on paper comes with fewer distractions( 干 扰 ) .Digital platforms often distract readers with games or videos. 38 Additionally,the absence of blue light in physical books prevents potential harm to readers'eyes and aids in better sleep.The brain activity involved in reading a paper book helps the mind wind down,avoiding blue light that can interrupt the circadian rhythm(生物钟).
39 Children surrounded by books are encouraged to read and discuss what they learn,developing a habit of engaged learning and achieving greater success.While digital books have made reading more accessible to disadvantaged students,they do not replace the unique benefits of physical books.However,since physical copies can be more expensive and harder to find,digital reading remains a valuable alternative.
It's true that paper books have clear advantages. 40 So,regardless of how you choose to read,know
that any book is better than none.
A.Paper books,on the contrary,keep readers focused.
B.Unfortunately,the same cannot be said for digital books.
C.This differenee of more than a year and a half is significant.
D.Digital reading,on the other hand,is far better than not reading at all. E.Consider adding books to your physical library,rather than digital ones.
F.The new one further confirms the long-term benefits for physical book readers.
G.Moreover,people with more books at home are typically higher academio achievers.
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和 D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在 答题卡上将该项涂黑。
I needed to install(安装)a new phone.There was an old and heavy desk right in the way.The serviceman
41 to move it.I was a little angry!But I thought to myself,"I am a woman.Hear me roar(吼)!"I 42
the pain in my fifty-six-year-old back and pushed the desk aside with all my 43 _.But I sure paid the price for
(
·
)it later—once the serviceman left,that pain soon 44 _
A few days went by,and the pain didn't disappear.So,I went to get an X-ray. 45 _,the doctor told me that my back pain wasn't serious.But he also told me that there was a dark spot on my kidney that needed further
46 .Well,that led to a CAT scan,and the result was that I had a cancerous kidney that had to be 47 The good part was that the cancer hadn't spread,but the bad news was that it didn't 48 radiation treatments,which meant the only treatment option wouldn't work for me.
The doctor was pretty 49 about it,saying,“Either we got it all…or we didn't.There's no way to know for sure.So,my 50 _—you go ahead and do all the things you've been meaning to do but have been putting off.”
So I 51 making my remaining days count.I started filling up my days with all 52 _activities.I chose
to be a 53 at the local zoo and an editor.
Years flew by,and I am still_ 54 !I've continued being a zoo volunteer,and I've even had the joy of
getting my books published.
My "last year" of life has stretched into a quarter of a century now,and every single moment has been a 55
_
41.A.struggled B.refused C.intended D.promised
42.A.ignored B.sensed C.checked D.relieved
43.A.patience B.curiosity C.strength D.courage
44.A.disappeared B.recovered C.lessened D.worsened
45.A.Additionally B.Fortunately C.Obviously D.Basically
46.A.examination B.operations C.restrictions D.protection
47.A.monitored B.studied C.removed D.confirmed
48.A.hold back B.get over C.keep off D.respond to
49.A.straightforward B.sure C.particular D.nervous
50.A.responsibility B.suggestion C.explanation D.request
51.A.delayed B.regretted C.continued D.considered
52.A.meaningful B.tough C.familiar D.similar
53.A.teacher B.researcher C.volunteer D.photographer
54.A.weak B.anxious C.brave D.alive
55.A.burden B.pleasure C.question D.trick
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，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
An exhibition,the Silk Road Danqing—Exhibition of Murals(壁画)along the Ancient Silk Road, 56
(host)by the Chinese National Academy of Arts and the China Cultural Center in Paris,kicked off at the China Cultural Center in Paris,France on Sept.18.More than 160 Chinese and French guests attended the opening ceremony.The exhibition,_ 57 _ran until Sept.24,showcased reproductions of 23 murals from key sites along
the Silk Road.Curator(馆长)Zhang Jian explained that larger works could not be included 58 _account of
transport and gallery limitations.
Zhou Qingfu, 59 _(direct)of the Chinese National Academy of Arts,said,"The wide variety of character designs and the 60 (flexible)of styles and forms not only reflect the excellent craftsmanship of traditional murals but also highlight the unique features that emerged from the exchange of Eastern and Western cultures. These works not only tell stories thousands of years old but also serve as 61 living connection between the past and present."
Since 2016,the Gongbi Painting Institute of the Chinese National Academy of Arts has led the ancient Silk
Road mural reproduction project.More than 200 mural experts have been involved in this vast project, 62 (conduct)research across more than 10 countries along the Ancient Silk Road and in at least 20 cities and regions in China.It is the world's 63 (large)mud-based mural reproduction project.
To 64 _(faithful)reproduce the murals,the copyists used local mineral materials to capture the original
works'authenticity as closely as possible.
Their restoration techniques 65 (describe)as cutting-edge by French audiences at the exhibition.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分)
好习惯使人终身受益。请你以“A Healthy Habit”为题，写一篇短文向校英文报投稿，内容包括： 1.该习惯介绍；
2.该习惯给你带来的影响。
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。
A Healthy Habit
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
In a small town,there lived a young woman named Sophie.She was known not only for her kind heart but also for her lack of self-confidence.She had a habit of constantly comparing her own achievements with those of others around her,and more often than not,this left her feeling as if she were stuck in a rut( 一 成不变),making no real progress in her personal growth journey.
One ordinary day,while cleaning her grandmother's room,Sophie found a book titled"The Path to Self- Perfection”.When she opened the first page,the words“Perfection is not the goal,but growth is.”caught her attention.Then a glimmer of hope sparked within her,and she was instantly encouraged to take the first step on a path of self-improvement.
The first chapter of the book speaks of the importance of setting goals.Sophie,who had always felt aimless, decided to challenge herself by setting a goal to run a marathon.She had never been athletic,but the idea of pushing her limits excited her.Each morning,she woke up earlier than usual to train.With every step,she felt her determination grow stronger.
As she continued with her marathon training,Sophie also followed the advice in the book about practicing mindfulness.She started meditating(冥想)daily,focusing on her breath and being present in the moment.This practice brought her a sense of peace that she had never experienced before.She found that by focusing on the present,she was better able to tackle her tasks and manage her time effectively.
One evening,while reflecting on her progress,Sophie realized that self-improvement was not just about physical challenges but also about emotional growth.She decided to face up to her fear of public speaking by joining a local debate club.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The first time she attended a club meeting,Sophie's hands shook uncontrollably,
Slowly but surely,Sophie noticed a change.
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