湖北省武汉市华中师范大学第一附属中学2024-2025学年高三1月检测英语试题 （含答案，无听力音频有听力原文）

华中师大一附中2024--2025学年元月检测高三英语试题
2025.1.2
试卷满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
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。
例： How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9,15.
答案是 C。
1. Where are the speakers
A. In a library. B. In a store. C. In a bank.
2. When is the woman's reservation
A. On October 16th. B. On October 18th. C. On October 25th.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A new program. B. A speech. C. An appointment.
4. What are the speakers doing
A. Making dinner. B. Shopping for a party. C. Ordering some food.
5. What does the man want to know
A. How to understand expressions. B. How to make desserts. C. How to solve problems.
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；l完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man's advice for the woman's trip
A. She should also check out Venice. B. She should only stay in Rome. C. She really should go to Pisa.
7. How much vacation time will the woman probably spend in Rome
A. Two days. B. Five days. C. Seven days.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the advantage of the shuttle bus compared to the Greyhound bus
A. Lower cost. B. Easier booking process. C. More frequent departures.
9. How much will the woman pay
A. $15. B. $28. C. $35.
10. What will the woman do next
A. Catch a flight. B. Look for her credit card. C. Book a private hotel.
听第8段材料，回答第 11 至 13题。
11. Whose phone are the speakers talking about
A. The woman's. B. The woman's father's, C. Jack’ s.
12、What happened to the phone
A. It was forgotten at school. B. It doesn't work at the moment. C. It was grabbed by someone.
13. What will the woman do
A. Report it to the police. B. Contact the insurance company. C. Tell Jack of the robbery.
听第9段材料，回答第14 至 16题。
14. What is the most urgent task
A. Booking a meeting room.
B. Inviting everyone to the meeting room.
C. Making sure of the time to visit the German customer.
15. Why does the man need a short report
A. He'll give a presentation to their managers. B. He'll send it to everyone by email. C. He’ll put it into his own report.
16. What is the possible relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Customer and shop assistant. C. Boss and secretary.
听第10段材料，回答第17 至20题。
17. Why does the speaker organize the activity
A. To prepare for Children's Day. B. To celebrate the end of the school year. C. To welcome children in the neighborhood.
18. What is the activity for children about
A. Looking for the hidden gifts. B. Hiding around the center. C. Having a group discussion.
19. What are the children required to do before going out
A. Find the flags. B. Write their names down. C. Stay together with their parents.
20. Who will go to the other side of the center
A. The preschool children. B. The third-grade children. C. The fourth-grade children.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
As China expands its visa-free policies and optimizes entry and exit procedures for international travelers, the appeal of “China Travel” is soaring.
For first-time visitors, such questions often arise: What are the requirements for the144-hour visa-free policy Should you tip in China What guidelines apply to foreign visitors in booking hotels
To address these and more, China Daily Website has launched a comprehensive China Travel Guide on Tencent Docs, providing up-to-date information on entry policies, payment options, hotel bookings, transportation tips, popular travel routes and more.
Need clarity on entry policies The guide’ s “Policy” section covers it all: from the144-hour visa-free policy to essentials for visa extensions.
Wondering if you'll need cash The “Payment” section introduces popular online options such as WeChat Pay and Alipay, enabling easy payments from street food stalls to major shopping centers.
What are the commonly used payment methods in China
How to use electronic mobile payment
How to exchange currency in China
· Do you need to pay for tips and taxes separately
Can foreigners get tax refunds when shopping in China
Is it convenient to use foreign bank cards to pay in China
How to ensure the security of electronic payments
Want a city walk The “Transportation” section organizes key information on using the metro, hiring taxis, renting cars and riding shared bikes.
Additionally, the China Travel Guide offers foreign visitors advice on hotel bookings, recommended travel routes, and tips for booking tickets to popular attractions.
With all this and more, the China Travel Guide is your all-in-one guide for an enjoyable journey across China.
21. What is NOT included in the China Travel Guide
A. Visa requirements. B. Payment methods. C: Travel routes tips. D. Chinese cuisine options.
22. What does the “Payment” section of the China Travel Guide cover
A. Traditional methods of payment in China. B. The use of credit cards in major shopping centers.
C. Widely-used digital payment methods. D. The exchange rates for different currencies in China.
23、Who are the likely target audience for the China Travel Guide
A. Chinese domestic travelers. B. Repeat visitors to China. C. First-time international visitors. D. Local tour guides.
B
The Lion King musical, a beast of a show captivating US audiences since 1997, has been staged all around the world. Central to its success was Julie Taymor, the theatre, film and opera director and designer whose unique vision helped the musical spring into life on stage — proving that theatrical versions of Disney movies could not only be hugely profitable, but could do so while being artistically innovative in their own right.
But when Disney initially approached her, Taymor hadn't actually seen The Lion King. “I thought, well, why not, let's go look at the movie,” she recalls. “And I was really taken.” The challenge of adapting an epic, wide-screen story excited her: how, she recalls wondering, would you put hundreds of African grassland animals on stage
The answer was by embracing a distinctly theatrical approach: masks and puppetry (木偶). “I went through every animal: okay, we've got a giraffe. I'll put the puppet neck on top of the head of the dancer, but you' re going to see the
dancer's face…” remembers Taymor. Her designs allowed the audience to see the mechanics of how each character is made. “You can see Simba's emotion on the actor's face, while a mask on top of his head reminds you that this is, in fact, a lion. There is no attempt to hide the human being behind the masks or inside the puppet,” she says, a technique she called the “double event”.
“I wanted to do what theatre does best,” recalls Taymor. “Film hides the strings: we know it's fake, but we' re pretending that it's really there. Whereas in the theatre, we will enjoy seeing a little puppet of a boat, and a big ocean of silk… The audience is not played down to — they' re brought into the game.”
The show was a hit — and a new kind of musical was born.
24. What was key to the success of The Lion King musical
A. Disney's promotion plan. B. Taymor's creative genius.
C. Disney's movie technique. D. Taymor's public reputation.
25. What challenge did Taymor face in adapting The Lion King
A. How to decorate the stage. B. How to train various animals.
C. How to present the characters. D. How to mirror the original movie.
26. What can we learn about the “double event”
A. It provided performers with confidence. B. It reduced the danger of animal presence.
C. It helped to distinguish humans from animals. D. It combined animal imagery with actor emotions.
27. What does Taymor appreciate most about theatre
A. Its high-tech stage design. B. Its ever-changing story line.
C. Its open and engaging nature. D. Its loyal and appreciative audience.
C
“Sating from now on, to be healthy, I will NOT eat any snacks besides granola bars (燕麦棒),” is what I told myself yesterday, and yet here I am today chewing a Chocopie. I’m aware that I’m breaking my own promise to myself. Instead of eating this, I should be working out or something. But the thing is, chocolate is too good at this moment for me to refuse it!
As I type this, I’m experiencing what’s called instant gratification — the desire to experience pleasure or fulfillment without delaying it for a future benefit. Essentially, when you want it, you get it.
Instant gratification is also the exact opposite of what we’re taught to do-delayed gratification: deciding to put off satisfying our current want to gain something better in the future. We’ve all encountered instant gratification before. Should I sleep in or wake up early to work out When I get home, should I rest and watch TV first or get started on my homework
All humans have the tendency to seek pleasure and avoid pain, which is a basic but fundamental concept known as the pleasure principle. Originally coined by Sigmund Freud, it clearly states that all humans are driven, to some extent, by pleasure.
Constantly seeking quick pleasure may bring subsequent troubles. However pleasant not doing your homework may seem pleasant right now, it only results in pleasure plagued by guilt and last-minute panicking late at night. An inability to resist instant gratification may result in underachieving in the long term and failure to meet certain goals.
Instant gratification, however, is not necessarily a bad thing. You don’t always have to say no to things you want at that moment, and it’s good to treat yourself when you need it. In other words, times where you “treat yourself” are only valuable in combination with delayed gratification. While my Chocopie may taste good now, it’ll taste even better if I only eat it after I’ve worked out or done something healthy.
28. How does the author introduce the topic
A. By making a contrast. B. By giving a definition. C. By citing a personal case. D. B y listing detailed problems.
29. Which of the following is an example of instant gratification
A. Purchasing items regardless of budgets. B. Exercising regularly for long-term health.
C. Limiting time on social media platforms. D. Finishing homework before watching TV.
30. What does the underlined word “plagued” in paragraph 5 probably mean
A. Reminded. B. Highlighted. C. Introduced. D. Bothered.
31. What may the author agree with
A. Delayed gratification is pointless. B. Instant gratification should be prioritized.
C. Enjoying the moment brings in endless pleasure. D. Instant treats paired with delayed gratification are sweeter.
D
The scientist’s job is to figure out how the world works, to “torture (拷问)” nature to reveal her secrets, as the 17th century philosopher Francis Bacon described it. But who are these people in the lab coats (or sports jackets, or T-shirts and jeans) and how do they work It turns out that there is a good deal of mystery surrounding the mystery-solvers.
“One of the greatest mysteries is the question of what it is about human beings — brains, education, culture etc. that makes them capable of doing science at all,” said Colin Allen, a cognitive scientist at Indiana University.
Two vital ingredients seem to be necessary to make a scientist: the curiosity to seek out mysteries and the creativity to solve them. “Scientists exhibit a heightened level of curiosity,” reads a 2007 report on scientific creativity. “They go further and deeper into basic questions showing a passion for knowledge for its own sake.” Max Planck, one of the fathers of quantum physics, once said, the scientist “must have a vivid and intuitive imagination, for new ideas are not generated by deduction (推论), but by an artistically creative imagination.”
But others disagree with this universal scientific mind. They believe that scientists have special abilities that set them
apart. Discovering these abilities may be hard, Allen thinks, as many scientists will be reluctant to reveal them and would prefer to preserve the mystery of creativity, fearing that if it became an object of study it would lose its magic.
But for Allen, this is all part of a bigger question of what lies behind anyone’s behavior. “We are only just beginning to understand how the characteristics of organisms, including ourselves, aren’t the fixed products of either genes or of environment or culture, but each of us is the product of a continual interactive process in which we help build the environments that in turn shape us,” he said.
“As long as our best technology for seeing inside the brain requires subjects to lie nearly motionless while surrounded by a giant magnet, we’re only going to make limited progress on these questions,” Allen said.
32. Why does the author mention Max Planck in paragraph 3
A. To introduce a famous scientist. B. To stress the role of creativity in science.
C. To compare different views on science. D. To illustrate what is curiosity in science.
33. What do Allen’s words in the last two paragraphs suggest
A. Human behavior is changeable and unpredictable. B. We are passively influenced by our genes and culture.
C. Our interaction with the environment makes us who we are. D. Current technology has revealed a lot about human behavior.
34. What is Allen’s attitude to the current study on the human brain
A. Cautious. B. Indifferent. C. Approving. D. Pessimistic.
35. What is a suitable title for the text
A. Who Are The Mystery-solvers B. Scientists Are Not Born But Made
C. Great Mystery: What Makes A Scientist D. Solving Mysteries: Inside A Scientist’s Mind
第二节 (共5 小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The desire to learn from successful individuals is a natural instinct, yet it can lead to significant errors in judgment due to a phenomenon known as “survivorship bias(偏见).” This occurs when we focus only on those who have succeeded while ignoring those who have failed despite having similar features. 36 .
A classic example of survivorship bias can be traced back to World War Ⅱ, when mathematician Abraham Wald was tasked with helping the American military protect airplanes from enemy fire. Initially, their plan had been to examine the planes returning from combat (战斗), see where they were hit the worst and then strengthen those areas. 37 . The planes that didn't return were those that had been hit in areas vital to their survival. Thus, the military was at risk of fortifying(加强) parts of the aircraft that could withstand damage rather than those that were critical to keeping them in the air.
38 . For instance, fitness centers often showcase members with quick results, ignoring those who quit after little progress. Similarly, companies may tend to copy the strategies of successful competitors without recognizing the potential dangers that lead others to fail. Even in the field of science, publication bias can bend understandings. 39 . While tales of billionaires like Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg can inspire, they also overshadow the fact that many who skip higher education do not experience the same success. In the UK, for instance, graduates have a significantly higher employment rate and earning potential than non-graduates.
Ultimately, while learning from success is valuable, it's essential to consider the full picture. 40 . By acknowledging survivorship bias, we can make more informed decisions and avoid potential mistakes in our pursuits.
A. This is the so-called survivorship bias
B. However, the analysis missed a crucial point
C. Survivorship bias appears in various aspects of life
D. In so doing, we risk drawing misleading conclusions
E. Then Wald based the new designs on his mathematical analysis
F. Individuals with greater success and wealth can further strengthen the bias
G. Success can often be linked to factors beyond personal qualities or decisions
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。
Chinese culture sparkles in French jewelry Cartier, 56.___________ (found) in 1847, believes in drawing inspiration from everything beyond jewelry itself 57.___________ its distinctive, bold style. The “Cartier: The Power of Magic” exhibition at Shanghai Museum East from November 6, 2024 to February 17, 2025, 58.___________ (bridge) French jewelry and Chinese culture. It features 202 Cartier pieces, 96 documents, and 34 Chinese relics, creating a dialogue across six sections.
Under the guidance of the contemporary Chinese artist Cai Guoqiang, it is the first time that artificial intelligence 59.___________ (involve) in Shanghai Museum’s exhibition design 60.___________(reflect) Chinese aesthetics (美学), integrating a Ni Zan landscape painting with garden elements. The show goes beyond jewelry, highlighting cultural heritage and Chinese art’s influence on Cartier’s timeless pieces.
French poet and artist Jean Cocteau, 61.___________ designed the exhibition’s first piece, the Academician’s Sword, described Cartier as “the subtle magician who captures fragments of the moon on a thread of sun”. 62.___________ (visit) can admire the early 1900s Cartier tiaras (冠状头饰) displayed alongside with 63.___________ Han Dynasty gold crown, and the brand’s iconic panther brooch next to Han Dynasty bronze panther weights. Chinese patterns and materials are
included into Cartier’s creations.
Cai, known for his explosive art which involves fireworks and gunpowder, used AI to 64.___________ (close) mirror a sense of contemporaneity (时代性) and romance. The exhibition celebrates 60 years of Sino-French relations 65.___________ shows Chinese culture’s role in shaping beauty and jewelry materials in the West. (Note: Ni Zan is one of the four great master painters of the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368))
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华,在英国伦敦一所高中做交换生。上周该校组织了“我眼中的唐诗宋词”演讲比赛，组织者Alisen邀请你谈谈比赛的观感。请你给Alison写一封电子邮件,内容包括:
1. 对活动的看法; 2. 对活动的建议。
注意: 1. 写作词数应为80左右; 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Alison,
Yours,
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。
Sometimes things don't go as planned, but that doesn't mean they can't still be wonderful in their own way. My parents and I had spent forever researching summer camps online. Finally we picked out one where I could design games, animate (制作动画) characters, and learn other cool coding(编程)stuff.
My mom said, “I like the idea of you exercising that clever brain of yours. But I also want you to get plenty of fresh air.” “Campers can choose to hike or swim every afternoon!” I said, as I clicked on the registration form.
My dad filled out the form, and weeks later, my parents dropped me off for what I thought would be a week of nonstop computer-coding fun.
I arrived at the check-in table at the same time as a camper of my age named Halley, who was wearing an adorable sunhat. Halley greeted, “'We are in the same group - number 7.” Led by an advisor, we followed the green arrows to the campsite.
I surprisedly found that it was so cool and woodsy along the path. I exchanged ideas with Halley about what might come out of the camp. Halley excitedly mentioned the little animals he loved to observe and something about night sky watching.
“You gave me the best idea," I said. “I’ll base my characters on the animals you mentioned!” Halley laughed. “I might be missing something here. Who are these mysterious characters ”
“You know, the characters we’ll be designing and animating on computers this week!” I said. “Uh, sorry. Still lost,” said Halley. “Why would we be doing computer stuff at Nature Camp ”
It was then that I realized some errors must have been made. I must have accidentally clicked on the wrong online form! We immediately raced back to the welcome table to see if could switch over to Tech Camp, but of course it was completely full.
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。
I forced a smile as we headed for our campsite.
“OK, I'll have a try,” I looked at Halley thankfully.
华中师大一附中2024--2025学年元月检测高三英语试题参考答案
1—5 ABCCA 6—10 ABCBB 11—15 BCACA 16—20 CBABC
21—23 DCC 24—27 BCDC 28—31 CADD 32-35 BCDC 36~40 DBCFG
56. founded 57. for 58. bridges 59. has been involved 60. to reflect 61. who 62. Visitors 63. a 64. closely 65.and
应用文
Li Hua.
Dear Alison,
Thank you for your excellent organization of the speech contest, “Tang Poetry and Song Ci in My Eyes”. The event showcased the spellbound charm of Chinese culture and demonstrated the students' passion for poetry.
A poor insight into the historical context behind the poems，however, made it a great challenge for the students to express themselves. Therefore, it is preferable to add training on relevant background knowledge before the contest.
Interactive activities, such as Q & A sessions on Chinese poetry knowledge or live interpretations are also highly recommended to enhance engagement, making the contest more dynamic and enabling every individual to have a good taste for the beauty of poetry.
Thanks again for the well-organized contest. Looking forward to more splendid activities! (124 words)
Yours, Li Hua
读后续写
One possible version:
I forced a smile as we headed for our campsite. As I stepped forward, I just felt so disappointed that I had to sit down. Seeing that, Halley sat next to me. For the next few minutes regret immersed me as my treasured Tech Camp slipped away due to my inattention. Then Halley broke the silence, whispering kindly, “I guess it was the call of the wild.” I responded with a bitter smile. He presented the stuff I could enjoy from nature, suggesting we hike and experience it. “You can discover unexpected excitement.” he encouraged me.
“OK, I'll have a try,” I looked at Halley thankfully. We reached the campsite and started to explore the nature. Nature Camp turned out amazing! We turned over stones to be amazed by the creatures beneath and hiked through woods to be greeted by the mountains behind. My favorite time came when we slept out under the stars, talking about ancient Greek stories. Even though I didn't choose the program on purpose, Halley was right. Try not to stay stuck in the negative for a whole bunch of amazingness really is just waiting to jump out and surprise you!
听力材料
Text 1
M: Excuse me. I’m sorry that these books were due yesterday.
W: That’s OK. You know you need to pay a fine for that, right That’s one dollar and fifty cents total.
Text 2
M: What date would you like to book the table for
W: The 16th of October. Oh, sorry. I forget that’s my departure date. I will arrive in York in two days.
M: Done. A deposit of 25 dollars is required.
Text 3
M: Could you give an exclusive interview about your newly launched program at 10:00 a. m. tomorrow
W: I’m sorry, but I’ll be making a speech then. Can we reschedule it for another time
M: Sure.
◆exclusive (新闻报道)独家的
Text 4
M: What are you going to order I’m thinking of getting the noodles.
W: Why not try something else Their Italian dishes are good. For myself, I haven’t decided.
M: I had one of those yesterday. Let’s split a medium pizza and a large salad then.
Text 5
M: Can you tell me the meaning of “piece of cake” What about “easy as pie”
W: Neither is about dessert. They are similar in meaning to “no problem”.
M: Well, have you ever made a pie There is nothing easy about it.
Text 6
M: What will you do while you’re in Rome
W: I’d like to visit the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain.
M: Anything else
W: Well, also that tower that leans to the side
M: You mean the Leaning Tower of Pisa
W: Yes.
M: Well, that isn’t in Rome. It’s in a town called Pisa. If you’re going to travel anywhere outside of Rome, I suggest Venice instead. You’d like it a lot because you can travel around in boats there.
W: I’m only in the country for a week, though. Would I have time to get to Venice
M: I think you could spend two days in Venice and the rest in Rome.
W: Great! I’ll do that.
Text 7
M: Hello, David speaking. How may I help you
W: Hello, this is Helen. I’m flying to Toronto the day after tomorrow. Could you tell me how I can get to Milton from the airport
M: You can take a Greyhound bus or use the airport shuttle service.
W: The Greyhound bus sounds good. How much does it cost per person
M: $15 one way, or $27.50 return. But there is only one bus a day. It leaves at 3:45 p. m.
W: We are due to arrive at 11:30 a. m. That will keep us waiting for more than 4 hours! What about the shuttle bus
M: It will take you right to your hotel or private address. There is one every two hours.
W: Great. Please reserve a one-way ticket for me.
M: Okay. $35 per person. And since the Canadian International Air Show is currently going on, you can also enjoy a 20% discount. I need your flight number and credit card number.
W: Hold on. I have forgotten the card number. Let me get my card from my study.
Text 8
W: Hi, Dad.
M: Hi, how’s it going
W: Did you have a good day at work
M: Same as usual, really. What about you Good day at school
W: Yeah, pretty good. Except for one little thing...
M: Why do I have a sinking feeling in my stomach
W: Do you remember you lent me your phone
M: Yes
W: Well, I was standing just outside school, texting Jack, and somebody ran past and grabbed it.
M: You let someone steal my phone
W: I didn’t let them.
M: No, I suppose not. But did you know that that might happen Is that a dangerous spot
W: Well, I had heard of that happening, but I’d forgotten. Anyway, I didn’t think it would happen to me.
M: No, OK. Did you see who it was
W: No. It was someone in a blue tracksuit, and there are loads of people who wear those. But there’s a CCTV camera on the entrance. It might have got a shot of the thief’s face.
M: You reported it then
W: Well, not yet, but I will tomorrow.
M: All right. Don’t forget to report it tomorrow. I’ll have a look at the insurance and see if it’s covered.
Text 9
W: Hi, Mario. Can you help me prepare something for the next month
M: OK, sure. What can I help you with
W: I need to visit the customer in Germany. It’s important.
M: What can I do to help
W: Can you send an email to the customer Ask them when I can visit them next week. Please do this first. It’s a priority and very urgent.
M: Right. I’ll do it today.
W: Thanks. This next task is also important. Can you invite everyone to the next team meeting
M: Yes, I will.
W: But first you need to book a meeting room. After that, please send everyone an email about it.
M: Yes, of course.
W: And finally, can you write a short report about our new project I have to give a presentation to our managers next month. Please do it when you have time— sometime in the next two or three weeks. It’s not too urgent.
M: Sure, no problem. I can do it this week.
W: There’s no hurry. Take your time.
Text 10
Good morning, children and parents. Welcome to the Children’s Club in our neighborhood. As the end of the school year is drawing near, we’ve prepared various gifts, such as stickers, books and pencils. To add more fun, we’ve hidden them for you to find around this center. Here’s the information you need to know. First of all, all children should put your names down at the desk, because you will be divided into several groups. Then, if you’re ready, preschool children will be going out of this front door and their parents should go together. Outside this door, you will see a flag as the marker for your area. There will be some helpers to direct you. If you are in the first to third grade, you’re going right outside that back door to search in the yard. The parents of this group are welcome to go with the children. Finally, the fourth graders, please, follow me down the hall through the double doors and to the other side of the center where you’ll be going to look for your gifts. There’s plenty for everyone.