江西省九江市修水县第二中学2024-2025学年高三上学期12月月考英语试题（含答案）
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江西省修水县第二中学2024-2025学年度上学期12月阶段测试
高三英语试题
时间：120分钟 总分：150分
二、阅读理解
A
Ireland may be relatively small, but its dramatic coasts, country roads, and historic cities have visitors wishing for more time. To help maximize your trip, we consulted local experts for their best bets.
Coumshingaun
John G. O’ Dwyer, the author of 50 Best Irish Walks, said his favorite is a hike that leads to Coumshingaun, a lake hidden in County Waterford’s Comeragh Mountains, where 18th-century highwayman William Crotty is said to have hidden his treasure. “You can accomplish it in four hours and it’s still off the beaten path,” says O’ Dwyer.
Traditional pubs
Doheny & Nesbitts is a great traditional Irish bar in Dublin. The Victorian classic is known as the Doheny & Nesbitt School of Economics. In Bray, Harbour Bar brings a bit of everything with great music, great food in the Fish Bar and great beer. Dating from the 1880s, the old drinking hole feels at once like a home of an Irish classic.
Saltee Islands
Puffins (海鹦) arrive from the Atlantic to County Wexford’s Saltee Islands bird reserve and County Kerry’s Skellig Michael from May to July (book boat trips well in advance). You can easily take a cellphone or camera photo. Watch for puffins bringing fish into their burrows, or moments when they turn their heads.
Trinity’s Old Library
The ninth-century Book of Kells combines calligraphy, creativity, and an amazing state of preservation. The book is housed in Trinity’s Old Library, a 213-foot-long room said to have influenced Star Wars. This summer is a special time to visit, with the last of the storehouse’s 200,000 works being recovered ahead of a major restoration. Visitors can watch staff cautiously removing the treasures.
21. What is the best time to attend Saltee Islands
A. Dec.30. B. Oct.26. C. Aug.14. D. Jun.10.
22. What can we know about Book of Kells
A. It has a history of 12 centuries. B. The author of Star Wars created it.
C. Half of the content has been lost. D. Its adaptation will be displayed in autumn.
23. Where is this text probably taken from
A. The Economist. B. The Celebrity.
C. New Scientist. D. National Geographic.
B
At most schools in the U. S. it’s customary to have a cheer squad (啦啦队) to support athletics. Cheerleaders drum up excitement before games, put on jaw—dropping routines at games, and provide support on the sidelines of most events. But students who participate in performing and visual arts seldom receive the same displays of support as athletes do. A group of students at Mountain View High School in Orem, Utah, decided to change that fact by creating a cheer squad just for the arts.
Their school’s athletics cheer squad is called the Bruin Crazies so they named their artistic cheer squad the Bruin Classies! This is a new brand with which they could create something for all of the arts, whether it is band, dance show, photography and art galleries—to give them some publicity and cheer them on.
Classies wear a “uniform” of bow ties to indicate the “sense of class”artistic efforts bring their school. They carry around signs to advertise the upcoming play, musical, or dance performance. Hoping to drum up ticket sales, they encourage their fellow students to come out to support the hard work of others. They also attend performances and displays at school to cheer their classmates on.
After years of discussion to make a cheer squad for the arts, this is the first time they’ve been able to pull it off. More than 90 students have already signed up to be a Bruin Classy! “The students have poured their time and energy into their arts, and it is worthy to be celebrated. ”Caleb Stay, the cheer squad leader, said, “If you worked really hard on something and no one showed up, it would be disappointing. We just want to make sure that no one feels that way. ”
This is such an amazing idea! We can’t believe no one has come up with it before, but hopefully these thoughtful teens have started a new trend to support the arts in other schools, too.
24. Why did the students in Mountain View high school set up the Bruin Classies
A. To support the arts in their schoo1. B. To compete with the Bruin Crazies.
C. To participate in the art performing. D. To cheer the athletes on in the games.
25. How do Classies make the art performances appealing to students at school
A. By offering free tickets to students.
B. By popularizing the art performances.
C. By inviting students to attend performances.
D. By wearing a special uniform for art festivals.
26. What can be inferred from Caleb Stay’s words
A. More students will sign up the Bruin Classy.
B. Few students like to attend the art performance.
C. The artistic cheer squad will become a new trend.
D. The students’artistic efforts deserve to be admired.
27. What is the best title of the text
A. Move over, “Crazies,” the “Classies” are here
B. “Crazies” keep up, never give in to “Classies”
C. The Bruin Crazies, a “uniform” of bow ties
D. The Bruin Crazies a big hit in Orem, Utah
C
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) was invented by Katharine Cook Briggs and her daughter Isabel Briggs Myers. It is a self-report questionnaire indicating differing psychological preferences in how people perceive the world and make decisions. The MBTI personality inventory (量表) sorts people into 16 type categories, each of which is represented by four-letter codes such as INFP and ESTJ. Every year, about 1.5 million people have enjoyed discovering their personality type by completing the MBTI. Many companies, as well as hundreds of universities, use it in hiring and training.
Nevertheless, the MBTI has received a noticeable criticism from the academic community. Some research suggests the MBTI is unreliable because the same person can get different results when retaking the test. Other studies have questioned the validity of the MBTI, which is the ability of the test to accurately link the “types” to outcomes in the real world -for example, how well people classified as a certain type will perform in a given job.
Merve Emre, a professor a Oxford University, points out that it would be more scientifically advisable to score the MBTI scales continuously to show people the degree to which they resemble the types. Even when the MBTI’s results don’t quite match your intuition (直觉) about yourself or are just wrong, they can still provide self-insight and insight into differences and similarities between people.
Scoring and interpreting the MBTI the way other personality inventories are scored and interpreted might be less fun than finding. All of the folklore (民间看法) about INFPs, ESTJs, etc. would have to be dismissed. But, in the end the MBTI is sufficiently reliable and valid enough to be useful in a number of real-world contexts.
28. What do we know about the MBTI from the first paragraph
A. It is a personality-testing tool. B. It is divided into 16 categories.
C. It is a study of personal preference. D. It is a questionnaire on four-letter codes.
29. Why does the MBTI invite criticism
A. It performs badly in job interviews B. Its reliability has been questioned.
C. It requires people to retake the test D. Its advantages are not fully shown.
30. What does Merve Emre think of the MBTI
A. It is beyond criticism. B. It is a more scientific test.
C. It is less fun than other tests. D. It is useful for self-exploration.
31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. How Can We Use the MBTI B. Why do We Criticise the MBTI
C. Is the MBTI Totally Meaningless D. Is Scoring the MBTI Really Necessary
D
Engineers from China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp ( CASC ) are known for their achievements such as landing a robot to explore Mars. However, the latest display of their wisdom and knowledge took place on the ground at the Bird’s Nest during the opening ceremony for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. They were tasked with building 11 major components for the 140-minute ceremony.
The “ ice cube (立方) ” , a structure covered by LED screens, was an example of engineers using their knowledge to handle technical challenges. The main body weighed 180 tons and had to be raised gradually during the ceremony, which meant that engineers needed to design a reliable method to lift it. Designers and technicians developed a foldable frame capable of lifting the huge cube in just 43 seconds.
Another visual breakthrough is a ground-based display screen covering 10,100 square meters. They used industrial internet technologies to connect more than 40,000 screens and monitor their working conditions. It is essential that engineers should place four signal transmission lines for the screen to prepare sufficient backup capacity to ensure that it functions properly.
The torches (火把) carried by Chinese athletes during the final legs of the relay in the stadium were developed by researchers who used their knowledge and skills gained from developing rocket engines. The torches can burn among wind up to 28 meters per second. They will not go out during strong rain or in low temperatures. New flag poles in the stadium flying the Chinese national flag and the Olympic flag were also designed and made by space researchers.
There is no doubt that technology from space industry has had an unexpected effect on the performance stage during the opening ceremony. Famous filmmaker Zhang Yimou, director of the opening ceremony, said, “As a crucial technical company, it was responsible for the design and construction work for the performance stage. The designs and equipment provided by this company worked very well and far exceeded our expectations. ”
32. What might be a challenge in lifting the ice cube
A. Making it more beautiful. B. Protecting the LED screens.
C. Lifting it safely within a short time. D. Using the engineers’ wisdom and skills.
33. What played a major role in keeping the display screen functioning well
A. Industrial internet technologies. B. Sufficient signal transmission capacity.
C. The area of the display screen. D. A monitor for their working conditions.
34. What do Zhang Yimou’s words mean in the last paragraph
A. He felt very satisfied with the opening ceremony.
B. He thought it was important to use space technology.
C. He thought little of the contribution of the company.
D. He felt confident in further using modern technology.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. Using Space Technology in the Beijing Winter Olympics
B. The Breakthrough of Space Technology in China
C. Using Knowledge to Handle Technical Challenges
D. A Wonderful Ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics
七选五
Tea is currently the world's most popular drink, only after water. However, there was a time when tea was known only to the Chinese.___36___ And how did it get to conquer the world to the extent that people often describe something they really like as their “Cup of tea ”
While we know that tea drink started in China, its true origin remains something of a mystery. Legend has it that about 5,000 years ago, Shennong came across tea when dried leaves blew into a pot of boiling water. Following his discovery, tea was used as medicine, included in meals and later offered as a refreshing drink to officials and noblemen. ___37___
___38___ over the years, as tea drinking became an important part of China's rich culture. The great Tang poet Du Fu described his tea-drinking experience in poetic language. Lu Yu, a tea master, wrote The Classic of Tea, which remains the earliest and most famous detailed study on tea in the world.
It is then not surprising that the beauty of tea was eventually revealed to a wider world.___39___ Porters carrying back-breaking loads of tea bricks made their way through dangerous snow-covered mountain passes, to trade Sichuan and Yunnan tea for horses: ___40___ As early as the Tang Dynasty, Japanese monks came to study in China and took with them tea seeds and tea-making customs when returning to Japan. Around the 1600s, tea was shipped to Europe from China by Portuguese and Dutch sea traders.
A. So, how did tea originate in China
B. But how was tea introduced overseas
C. Tea became the main theme in ancient poems,
D. The love of tea inspired many people to write about it,
E. Over time, the gift of tea was further delivered to Western Asia and Eastern Africa.
F. Eventually, it became a common drink enjoyed and embraced by all Chinese people.
G. Tang and Song Dynasties needed strong Tibetan horses, the Tea Horse Road was born.
三、完形填空
Early morning, Tyler, Zoe and I headed out for a walk. First, though, we visited the local ____41____ shop to get a cup of tea to drink as we walked. I ____42____ Tyler and Zoe to a metal table. I turned to look at them before going in and said, “Be good. I’ll be right ____43____.”
After ____44____ my tea, I went over to the door. Suddenly, a man ____45____, “Someone own those ____46____ out there ” I rushed outside, Tyler, Zoe and the ____47____ were gone. They were running along the street as if a tiger was chasing them. The metal table kept ____48____ and making a loud noise, which caused Tyler and Zoe to run ____49____.
I ran after them, _____50_____ their names. I was soon exhausted, and I had no _____51_____ how long the “table chase” would last. When I felt almost _____52_____, I noticed a young man _____53_____ to chase after the dogs and stop them just as they were about to cross a _____54_____ road filled with cars.
From that point on, Tyler and Zoe were always tied to an _____55_____ object, such as a lamppost, when we went to the coffee shop.
41. A. milk B. coffee C. tea D. food
42. A. took B. set C. fastened D. freed
43. A. in B. away C. around D. out
44. A. getting B. drinking C. making D. offering
45. A. shouted B. laughed C. whispered D. cheered
46. A. cars B. dogs C. children D. shops
47. A. owner B. seller C. table D. baby
48. A. dancing B. jumping C. circling D. tearing
49. A. slower B. closer C. faster D. further
50. A. yelling B. finding C. picking D. making
51. A. idea B. choice C. luck D. doubt
52. A. doubtful B. confident C. thankful D. hopeless
53. A. get down B. set out C. hang out D. wake up
54. A. quiet B. familiar C. empty D. busy
55. A. unknown B. irregular C. immovable D. invaluable
四、语法填空
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
China has once again showed its ability to change the world with its “four great new ___56___(invent)”—high-speed rail, electronic payment, shared bicycle, and online shopping.
China’s new-generation high-speed train, the Fuxing Hao, is now one of the ___57___(fast) trains in the world, which can travel at a speed of 350 km/h. Besides high-speed rail, China ___58___ (improve) people’s lives in many other innovative ways over the last decade.
Bike sharing, for example, is not new itself. But China has made ___59___much more convenient and popular both in China ___60___overseas. The leading Chinese bike sharing companies Mobike and Ofo are now operating in foreign countries such as Singapore and Britain.
And back in China, when riding a shared bike, you can stop ___61___ (buy) and eat whatever you want ___62___ (simple) with a tap on your phone. You could easily pay with your smartphone by ___63___(scan) the seller’s QR code. Cashless payment has grown into a ___64___(choose) for Chinese people — even a pancake seller is using Alipay.
As for Alipay, it was designed to serve the online shopping at first, ____65____ is now the most ways to make purchases in China. You can buy anything you need without leaving your homes.
五、书面表达
66. 上星期日，你班组织了一次到the City Lake 的骑自行车观光活动。请你为班级的英语角写一篇短文，介绍这次活动，题目已经给出。
内容包括： 1.活动过程；2.个人感受
注意：写作词数应为80左右
A Cycling Tour
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
67. 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
A Girl with Stage Fright
It was obviously going to be one of those days. Students were preparing for a singing contest actively. Paul, a music teacher, made comments on the students' performance at the end of a rehearsal（彩排）. A girl named Lisa did the poorest preparation. Paul was very annoyed and entirely frustrated with her. He doesn't recall how he closed the rehearsal, but he's sure the words he chose were not words that would lift the girl's spirits but rather satisfy his selfish need to punish her for the poor performance.
The moment Paul dismissed the students, Lisa, the very reserved freshman girl, made a path straight toward him. She looked him right in the eye and said, "I hate you!" Paul was taken aback and frightened by the passion and honesty in her voice. Though entirely shocked, he was somehow able to collect himself and stay calm. He looked her right in the eye and said, "Well, that's a shame, but it's my duty to remind you and inspire you. " She didn't react, but rather stormed away, her anger unchanged.
Several days later, they had the occasion to speak in private. Lisa asked if Paul remembered the time she told him that she hated him. How could he forget She went on to admit quite openly and honestly that it was herself, not him, who she hated. The moment got heavy and she began to tell him of her fear and pressure when standing on the stage. She believed that no matter how well she prepared, she would perform terribly on the stage. Paul became aware that she had serious stage fright and also realized that maybe he had done something improper several days ago. Then he talked to her patiently and sincerely, hoping to help her build the confidence.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 开头已给出
The day before the contest, she was practising for the singing competition alone.
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However, the next morning, when she stood on the stage, her face turned pale.
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江西省修水县第二中学2024-2025学年度上学期12月阶段测试
高三英语试题 答案版
时间：120分钟 总分：150分
二、阅读理解
A
Ireland may be relatively small, but its dramatic coasts, country roads, and historic cities have visitors wishing for more time. To help maximize your trip, we consulted local experts for their best bets.
Coumshingaun
John G. O’ Dwyer, the author of 50 Best Irish Walks, said his favorite is a hike that leads to Coumshingaun, a lake hidden in County Waterford’s Comeragh Mountains, where 18th-century highwayman William Crotty is said to have hidden his treasure. “You can accomplish it in four hours and it’s still off the beaten path,” says O’ Dwyer.
Traditional pubs
Doheny & Nesbitts is a great traditional Irish bar in Dublin. The Victorian classic is known as the Doheny & Nesbitt School of Economics. In Bray, Harbour Bar brings a bit of everything with great music, great food in the Fish Bar and great beer. Dating from the 1880s, the old drinking hole feels at once like a home of an Irish classic.
Saltee Islands
Puffins (海鹦) arrive from the Atlantic to County Wexford’s Saltee Islands bird reserve and County Kerry’s Skellig Michael from May to July (book boat trips well in advance). You can easily take a cellphone or camera photo. Watch for puffins bringing fish into their burrows, or moments when they turn their heads.
Trinity’s Old Library
The ninth-century Book of Kells combines calligraphy, creativity, and an amazing state of preservation. The book is housed in Trinity’s Old Library, a 213-foot-long room said to have influenced Star Wars. This summer is a special time to visit, with the last of the storehouse’s 200,000 works being recovered ahead of a major restoration. Visitors can watch staff cautiously removing the treasures.
21. What is the best time to attend Saltee Islands
A. Dec.30. B. Oct.26. C. Aug.14. D. Jun.10.
22. What can we know about Book of Kells
A. It has a history of 12 centuries. B. The author of Star Wars created it.
C. Half of the content has been lost. D. Its adaptation will be displayed in autumn.
23. Where is this text probably taken from
A. The Economist. B. The Celebrity.
C. New Scientist. D. National Geographic.
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. D
B
At most schools in the U. S., it’s customary to have a cheer squad (啦啦队) to support athletics. Cheerleaders drum up excitement before games, put on jaw—dropping routines at games, and provide support on the sidelines of most events. But students who participate in performing and visual arts seldom receive the same displays of support as athletes do. A group of students at Mountain View High School in Orem, Utah, decided to change that fact by creating a cheer squad just for the arts.
Their school’s athletics cheer squad is called the Bruin Crazies, so they named their artistic cheer squad the Bruin Classies! This is a new brand with which they could create something for all of the arts, whether it is band, dance show, photography and art galleries—to give them some publicity and cheer them on.
Classies wear a “uniform” of bow ties to indicate the “sense of class”artistic efforts bring their school. They carry around signs to advertise the upcoming play, musical, or dance performance. Hoping to drum up ticket sales, they encourage their fellow students to come out to support the hard work of others. They also attend performances and displays at school to cheer their classmates on.
After years of discussion to make a cheer squad for the arts, this is the first time they’ve been able to pull it off. More than 90 students have already signed up to be a Bruin Classy! “The students have poured their time and energy into their arts, and it is worthy to be celebrated. ”Caleb Stay, the cheer squad leader, said, “If you worked really hard on something and no one showed up, it would be disappointing. We just want to make sure that no one feels that way. ”
This is such an amazing idea! We can’t believe no one has come up with it before, but hopefully these thoughtful teens have started a new trend to support the arts in other schools, too.
24. Why did the students in Mountain View high school set up the Bruin Classies
A. To support the arts in their schoo1. B. To compete with the Bruin Crazies.
C. To participate in the art performing. D. To cheer the athletes on in the games.
25. How do Classies make the art performances appealing to students at school
A. By offering free tickets to students.
B. By popularizing the art performances.
C. By inviting students to attend performances.
D. By wearing a special uniform for art festivals.
26. What can be inferred from Caleb Stay’s words
A. More students will sign up the Bruin Classy.
B. Few students like to attend the art performance.
C. The artistic cheer squad will become a new trend.
D. The students’artistic efforts deserve to be admired.
27. What is the best title of the text
A. Move over, “Crazies,” the “Classies” are here
B. “Crazies” keep up, never give in to “Classies”
C. The Bruin Crazies, a “uniform” of bow ties
D. The Bruin Crazies, a big hit in Orem, Utah
【答案】24 A 25. B 26. D 27. A
C
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) was invented by Katharine Cook Briggs and her daughter Isabel Briggs Myers. It is a self-report questionnaire indicating differing psychological preferences in how people perceive the world and make decisions. The MBTI personality inventory (量表) sorts people into 16 type categories, each of which is represented by four-letter codes such as INFP and ESTJ. Every year, about 1.5 million people have enjoyed discovering their personality type by completing the MBTI. Many companies, as well as hundreds of universities, use it in hiring and training.
Nevertheless, the MBTI has received a noticeable criticism from the academic community. Some research suggests the MBTI is unreliable because the same person can get different results when retaking the test. Other studies have questioned the validity of the MBTI, which is the ability of the test to accurately link the “types” to outcomes in the real world -for example, how well people classified as a certain type will perform in a given job.
Merve Emre, a professor a Oxford University, points out that it would be more scientifically advisable to score the MBTI scales continuously to show people the degree to which they resemble the types. Even when the MBTI’s results don’t quite match your intuition (直觉) about yourself or are just wrong, they can still provide self-insight and insight into differences and similarities between people.
Scoring and interpreting the MBTI the way other personality inventories are scored and interpreted might be less fun than finding. All of the folklore (民间看法) about INFPs, ESTJs, etc. would have to be dismissed. But, in the end the MBTI is sufficiently reliable and valid enough to be useful in a number of real-world contexts.
28. What do we know about the MBTI from the first paragraph
A. It is a personality-testing tool. B. It is divided into 16 categories.
C. It is a study of personal preference. D. It is a questionnaire on four-letter codes.
29. Why does the MBTI invite criticism
A. It performs badly in job interviews B. Its reliability has been questioned.
C. It requires people to retake the test D. Its advantages are not fully shown.
30. What does Merve Emre think of the MBTI
A. It is beyond criticism. B. It is a more scientific test.
C. It is less fun than other tests. D. It is useful for self-exploration.
31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. How Can We Use the MBTI B. Why do We Criticise the MBTI
C. Is the MBTI Totally Meaningless D. Is Scoring the MBTI Really Necessary
【答案】28. A 29. B 30. D 31. C
D
Engineers from China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp ( CASC ) are known for their achievements such as landing a robot to explore Mars. However, the latest display of their wisdom and knowledge took place on the ground at the Bird’s Nest during the opening ceremony for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. They were tasked with building 11 major components for the 140-minute ceremony.
The “ ice cube (立方) ” , a structure covered by LED screens, was an example of engineers using their knowledge to handle technical challenges. The main body weighed 180 tons and had to be raised gradually during the ceremony, which meant that engineers needed to design a reliable method to lift it. Designers and technicians developed a foldable frame capable of lifting the huge cube in just 43 seconds.
Another visual breakthrough is a ground-based display screen covering 10,100 square meters. They used industrial internet technologies to connect more than 40,000 screens and monitor their working conditions. It is essential that engineers should place four signal transmission lines for the screen to prepare sufficient backup capacity to ensure that it functions properly.
The torches (火把) carried by Chinese athletes during the final legs of the relay in the stadium were developed by researchers who used their knowledge and skills gained from developing rocket engines. The torches can burn among wind up to 28 meters per second. They will not go out during strong rain or in low temperatures. New flag poles in the stadium flying the Chinese national flag and the Olympic flag were also designed and made by space researchers.
There is no doubt that technology from space industry has had an unexpected effect on the performance stage during the opening ceremony. Famous filmmaker Zhang Yimou, director of the opening ceremony, said, “As a crucial technical company, it was responsible for the design and construction work for the performance stage. The designs and equipment provided by this company worked very well and far exceeded our expectations. ”
32. What might be a challenge in lifting the ice cube
A. Making it more beautiful. B. Protecting the LED screens.
C. Lifting it safely within a short time. D. Using the engineers’ wisdom and skills.
33. What played a major role in keeping the display screen functioning well
A. Industrial internet technologies. B. Sufficient signal transmission capacity.
C. The area of the display screen. D. A monitor for their working conditions.
34. What do Zhang Yimou’s words mean in the last paragraph
A. He felt very satisfied with the opening ceremony.
B. He thought it was important to use space technology.
C. He thought little of the contribution of the company.
D. He felt confident in further using modern technology.
35. What is the best title for the text
A Using Space Technology in the Beijing Winter Olympics
B. The Breakthrough of Space Technology in China
C. Using Knowledge to Handle Technical Challenges
D. A Wonderful Ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics
【答案】32. C 33. B 34. A 35. A
七选五
Tea is currently the world's most popular drink, only after water. However, there was a time when tea was known only to the Chinese.___36___ And how did it get to conquer the world to the extent that people often describe something they really like as their “Cup of tea ”
While we know that tea drink started in China, its true origin remains something of a mystery. Legend has it that about 5,000 years ago, Shennong came across tea when dried leaves blew into a pot of boiling water. Following his discovery, tea was used as medicine, included in meals and later offered as a refreshing drink to officials and noblemen. ___37___
___38___ over the years, as tea drinking became an important part of China's rich culture. The great Tang poet Du Fu described his tea-drinking experience in poetic language. Lu Yu, a tea master, wrote The Classic of Tea, which remains the earliest and most famous detailed study on tea in the world.
It is then not surprising that the beauty of tea was eventually revealed to a wider world.___39___ Porters carrying back-breaking loads of tea bricks made their way through dangerous snow-covered mountain passes, to trade Sichuan and Yunnan tea for horses: ___40___ As early as the Tang Dynasty, Japanese monks came to study in China and took with them tea seeds and tea-making customs when returning to Japan. Around the 1600s, tea was shipped to Europe from China by Portuguese and Dutch sea traders.
A. So, how did tea originate in China
B. But how was tea introduced overseas
C. Tea became the main theme in ancient poems,
D. The love of tea inspired many people to write about it,
E. Over time, the gift of tea was further delivered to Western Asia and Eastern Africa.
F. Eventually, it became a common drink enjoyed and embraced by all Chinese people.
G. Tang and Song Dynasties needed strong Tibetan horses, the Tea Horse Road was born.
【答案】36. A 37. F 38. D 39. G 40. E
三、完形填空
Early morning, Tyler, Zoe and I headed out for a walk. First, though, we visited the local ____41____ shop to get a cup of tea to drink as we walked. I ____42____ Tyler and Zoe to a metal table. I turned to look at them before going in and said, “Be good. I’ll be right ____43____.”
After ____44____ my tea, I went over to the door. Suddenly, a man ____45____, “Someone own those ____46____ out there ” I rushed outside, Tyler, Zoe and the ____47____ were gone. They were running along the street as if a tiger was chasing them. The metal table kept ____48____ and making a loud noise, which caused Tyler and Zoe to run ____49____.
I ran after them, _____50_____ their names. I was soon exhausted, and I had no _____51_____ how long the “table chase” would last. When I felt almost _____52_____, I noticed a young man _____53_____ to chase after the dogs and stop them just as they were about to cross a _____54_____ road filled with cars.
From that point on, Tyler and Zoe were always tied to an _____55_____ object, such as a lamppost, when we went to the coffee shop.
41. A. milk B. coffee C. tea D. food
42. A. took B. set C. fastened D. freed
43. A. in B. away C. around D. out
44. A. getting B. drinking C. making D. offering
45. A. shouted B. laughed C. whispered D. cheered
46. A. cars B. dogs C. children D. shops
47. A. owner B. seller C. table D. baby
48. A. dancing B. jumping C. circling D. tearing
49. A. slower B. closer C. faster D. further
50. A. yelling B. finding C. picking D. making
51. A. idea B. choice C. luck D. doubt
52. A. doubtful B. confident C. thankful D. hopeless
53. A. get down B. set out C. hang out D. wake up
54. A. quiet B. familiar C. empty D. busy
55. A. unknown B. irregular C. immovable D. invaluable
【答案】41. B 42. C 43. D 44. A 45. A 46. B 47. C 48. B 49. C 50. A 51. A 52. D 53. B 54. D 55. C
四、语法填空
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
China has once again showed its ability to change the world with its “four great new ___56___(invent)”—high-speed rail, electronic payment, shared bicycle, and online shopping.
China’s new-generation high-speed train, the Fuxing Hao, is now one of the ___57___(fast) trains in the world, which can travel at a speed of 350 km/h. Besides high-speed rail, China ___58___ (improve) people’s lives in many other innovative ways over the last decade.
Bike sharing, for example, is not new itself. But China has made ___59___much more convenient and popular both in China ___60___overseas. The leading Chinese bike sharing companies Mobike and Ofo are now operating in foreign countries such as Singapore and Britain.
And back in China, when riding a shared bike, you can stop ___61___ (buy) and eat whatever you want ___62___ (simple) with a tap on your phone. You could easily pay with your smartphone by ___63___(scan) the seller’s QR code. Cashless payment has grown into a ___64___(choose) for Chinese people — even a pancake seller is using Alipay.
As for Alipay, it was designed to serve the online shopping at first, ____65____ is now the most ways to make purchases in China. You can buy anything you need without leaving your homes.
【答案】56. inventions
57. fastest
58. has improved
59. it 60. and
61. to buy 62. simply
63. scanning
64. choice 65. which
五、书面表达
66. 上星期日，你班组织了一次到the City Lake 的骑自行车观光活动。请你为班级的英语角写一篇短文，介绍这次活动，题目已经给出。
内容包括： 1.活动过程；2.个人感受
注意：写作词数应为80左右
A Cycling Tour
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【答案】A Cycling Tour
A cycling tour was organized by our class last Sunday, which turned out to be an unforgettable experience.
As scheduled, we set off at 7:30 last Sunday at the school gate, rode orderly all the way, and finally arrived at the City Lake safely. To start with, we held a race down the bicycle path around the lake, which provided us great fun. Then we slowly rode to appreciate the fascinating scenery around us. What’s more, the teacher took a lot of precious photos of us.
Through this activity, not only did we refresh our minds, but also we fully experienced the pleasure of outdoor sports.
A Girl with Stage Fright
It was obviously going to be one of those days. Students were preparing for a singing contest actively. Paul, a music teacher, made comments on the students' performance at the end of a rehearsal（彩排）. A girl named Lisa did the poorest preparation. Paul was very annoyed and entirely frustrated with her. He doesn't recall how he closed the rehearsal, but he's sure the words he chose were not words that would lift the girl's spirits but rather satisfy his selfish need to punish her for the poor performance.
The moment Paul dismissed the students, Lisa, the very reserved freshman girl, made a path straight toward him. She looked him right in the eye and said, "I hate you!" Paul was taken aback and frightened by the passion and honesty in her voice. Though entirely shocked, he was somehow able to collect himself and stay calm. He looked her right in the eye and said, "Well, that's a shame, but it's my duty to remind you and inspire you. " She didn't react, but rather stormed away, her anger unchanged.
Several days later, they had the occasion to speak in private. Lisa asked if Paul remembered the time she told him that she hated him. How could he forget She went on to admit quite openly and honestly that it was herself, not him, who she hated. The moment got heavy and she began to tell him of her fear and pressure when standing on the stage. She believed that no matter how well she prepared, she would perform terribly on the stage. Paul became aware that she had serious stage fright and also realized that maybe he had done something improper several days ago. Then he talked to her patiently and sincerely, hoping to help her build the confidence.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 开头已给出。
The day before the contest, she was practising for the singing competition alone.
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However, the next morning, when she stood on the stage, her face turned pale.
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【答案】The day before the contest, she was practising for the singing competition alone. She thought about how to sing every key and practiced it time and time again, so that she could prepare herself well enough. At that moment, Paul came to her and told her that actually he himself was also a person with stage fright when he was young. But he believed that as long as he practiced hard, he would win. Finally, he did beat the stage fright. Hearing that, Lisa knew that she would be another Paul.
However, the next morning, when she stood on the stage, her face turned pale. Looking around, she saw Paul sitting in the audience, smiling at her. Lisa remembered what Paul told her, and she believed that she had got well prepared. Gradually, she found herself lost in singing her song and forgot all the bad feelings. After her performance, the whole audience applauded for her. She won.
江西省修水县第二中学2024-2025学年度上学期12月阶段测试
高三英语试题
时间：120分钟 总分：150分
二、阅读理解
A
Ireland may be relatively small, but its dramatic coasts, country roads, and historic cities have visitors wishing for more time. To help maximize your trip, we consulted local experts for their best bets.
Coumshingaun
John G. O’ Dwyer, the author of 50 Best Irish Walks, said his favorite is a hike that leads to Coumshingaun, a lake hidden in County Waterford’s Comeragh Mountains, where 18th-century highwayman William Crotty is said to have hidden his treasure. “You can accomplish it in four hours and it’s still off the beaten path,” says O’ Dwyer.
Traditional pubs
Doheny & Nesbitts is a great traditional Irish bar in Dublin. The Victorian classic is known as the Doheny & Nesbitt School of Economics. In Bray, Harbour Bar brings a bit of everything with great music, great food in the Fish Bar and great beer. Dating from the 1880s, the old drinking hole feels at once like a home of an Irish classic.
Saltee Islands
Puffins (海鹦) arrive from the Atlantic to County Wexford’s Saltee Islands bird reserve and County Kerry’s Skellig Michael from May to July (book boat trips well in advance). You can easily take a cellphone or camera photo. Watch for puffins bringing fish into their burrows, or moments when they turn their heads.
Trinity’s Old Library
The ninth-century Book of Kells combines calligraphy, creativity, and an amazing state of preservation. The book is housed in Trinity’s Old Library, a 213-foot-long room said to have influenced Star Wars. This summer is a special time to visit, with the last of the storehouse’s 200,000 works being recovered ahead of a major restoration. Visitors can watch staff cautiously removing the treasures.
21. What is the best time to attend Saltee Islands
A. Dec.30. B. Oct.26. C. Aug.14. D. Jun.10.
22. What can we know about Book of Kells
A. It has a history of 12 centuries. B. The author of Star Wars created it.
C. Half of the content has been lost. D. Its adaptation will be displayed in autumn.
23. Where is this text probably taken from
A. The Economist. B. The Celebrity.
C. New Scientist. D. National Geographic.
B
At most schools in the U. S. it’s customary to have a cheer squad (啦啦队) to support athletics. Cheerleaders drum up excitement before games, put on jaw—dropping routines at games, and provide support on the sidelines of most events. But students who participate in performing and visual arts seldom receive the same displays of support as athletes do. A group of students at Mountain View High School in Orem, Utah, decided to change that fact by creating a cheer squad just for the arts.
Their school’s athletics cheer squad is called the Bruin Crazies so they named their artistic cheer squad the Bruin Classies! This is a new brand with which they could create something for all of the arts, whether it is band, dance show, photography and art galleries—to give them some publicity and cheer them on.
Classies wear a “uniform” of bow ties to indicate the “sense of class”artistic efforts bring their school. They carry around signs to advertise the upcoming play, musical, or dance performance. Hoping to drum up ticket sales, they encourage their fellow students to come out to support the hard work of others. They also attend performances and displays at school to cheer their classmates on.
After years of discussion to make a cheer squad for the arts, this is the first time they’ve been able to pull it off. More than 90 students have already signed up to be a Bruin Classy! “The students have poured their time and energy into their arts, and it is worthy to be celebrated. ”Caleb Stay, the cheer squad leader, said, “If you worked really hard on something and no one showed up, it would be disappointing. We just want to make sure that no one feels that way. ”
This is such an amazing idea! We can’t believe no one has come up with it before, but hopefully these thoughtful teens have started a new trend to support the arts in other schools, too.
24. Why did the students in Mountain View high school set up the Bruin Classies
A. To support the arts in their schoo1. B. To compete with the Bruin Crazies.
C. To participate in the art performing. D. To cheer the athletes on in the games.
25. How do Classies make the art performances appealing to students at school
A. By offering free tickets to students.
B. By popularizing the art performances.
C. By inviting students to attend performances.
D. By wearing a special uniform for art festivals.
26. What can be inferred from Caleb Stay’s words
A. More students will sign up the Bruin Classy.
B. Few students like to attend the art performance.
C. The artistic cheer squad will become a new trend.
D. The students’artistic efforts deserve to be admired.
27. What is the best title of the text
A. Move over, “Crazies,” the “Classies” are here
B. “Crazies” keep up, never give in to “Classies”
C. The Bruin Crazies, a “uniform” of bow ties
D. The Bruin Crazies a big hit in Orem, Utah
C
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) was invented by Katharine Cook Briggs and her daughter Isabel Briggs Myers. It is a self-report questionnaire indicating differing psychological preferences in how people perceive the world and make decisions. The MBTI personality inventory (量表) sorts people into 16 type categories, each of which is represented by four-letter codes such as INFP and ESTJ. Every year, about 1.5 million people have enjoyed discovering their personality type by completing the MBTI. Many companies, as well as hundreds of universities, use it in hiring and training.
Nevertheless, the MBTI has received a noticeable criticism from the academic community. Some research suggests the MBTI is unreliable because the same person can get different results when retaking the test. Other studies have questioned the validity of the MBTI, which is the ability of the test to accurately link the “types” to outcomes in the real world -for example, how well people classified as a certain type will perform in a given job.
Merve Emre, a professor a Oxford University, points out that it would be more scientifically advisable to score the MBTI scales continuously to show people the degree to which they resemble the types. Even when the MBTI’s results don’t quite match your intuition (直觉) about yourself or are just wrong, they can still provide self-insight and insight into differences and similarities between people.
Scoring and interpreting the MBTI the way other personality inventories are scored and interpreted might be less fun than finding. All of the folklore (民间看法) about INFPs, ESTJs, etc. would have to be dismissed. But, in the end the MBTI is sufficiently reliable and valid enough to be useful in a number of real-world contexts.
28. What do we know about the MBTI from the first paragraph
A. It is a personality-testing tool. B. It is divided into 16 categories.
C. It is a study of personal preference. D. It is a questionnaire on four-letter codes.
29. Why does the MBTI invite criticism
A. It performs badly in job interviews B. Its reliability has been questioned.
C. It requires people to retake the test D. Its advantages are not fully shown.
30. What does Merve Emre think of the MBTI
A. It is beyond criticism. B. It is a more scientific test.
C. It is less fun than other tests. D. It is useful for self-exploration.
31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. How Can We Use the MBTI B. Why do We Criticise the MBTI
C. Is the MBTI Totally Meaningless D. Is Scoring the MBTI Really Necessary
D
Engineers from China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp ( CASC ) are known for their achievements such as landing a robot to explore Mars. However, the latest display of their wisdom and knowledge took place on the ground at the Bird’s Nest during the opening ceremony for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. They were tasked with building 11 major components for the 140-minute ceremony.
The “ ice cube (立方) ” , a structure covered by LED screens, was an example of engineers using their knowledge to handle technical challenges. The main body weighed 180 tons and had to be raised gradually during the ceremony, which meant that engineers needed to design a reliable method to lift it. Designers and technicians developed a foldable frame capable of lifting the huge cube in just 43 seconds.
Another visual breakthrough is a ground-based display screen covering 10,100 square meters. They used industrial internet technologies to connect more than 40,000 screens and monitor their working conditions. It is essential that engineers should place four signal transmission lines for the screen to prepare sufficient backup capacity to ensure that it functions properly.
The torches (火把) carried by Chinese athletes during the final legs of the relay in the stadium were developed by researchers who used their knowledge and skills gained from developing rocket engines. The torches can burn among wind up to 28 meters per second. They will not go out during strong rain or in low temperatures. New flag poles in the stadium flying the Chinese national flag and the Olympic flag were also designed and made by space researchers.
There is no doubt that technology from space industry has had an unexpected effect on the performance stage during the opening ceremony. Famous filmmaker Zhang Yimou, director of the opening ceremony, said, “As a crucial technical company, it was responsible for the design and construction work for the performance stage. The designs and equipment provided by this company worked very well and far exceeded our expectations. ”
32. What might be a challenge in lifting the ice cube
A. Making it more beautiful. B. Protecting the LED screens.
C. Lifting it safely within a short time. D. Using the engineers’ wisdom and skills.
33. What played a major role in keeping the display screen functioning well
A. Industrial internet technologies. B. Sufficient signal transmission capacity.
C. The area of the display screen. D. A monitor for their working conditions.
34. What do Zhang Yimou’s words mean in the last paragraph
A. He felt very satisfied with the opening ceremony.
B. He thought it was important to use space technology.
C. He thought little of the contribution of the company.
D. He felt confident in further using modern technology.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. Using Space Technology in the Beijing Winter Olympics
B. The Breakthrough of Space Technology in China
C. Using Knowledge to Handle Technical Challenges
D. A Wonderful Ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics
七选五
Tea is currently the world's most popular drink, only after water. However, there was a time when tea was known only to the Chinese.___36___ And how did it get to conquer the world to the extent that people often describe something they really like as their “Cup of tea ”
While we know that tea drink started in China, its true origin remains something of a mystery. Legend has it that about 5,000 years ago, Shennong came across tea when dried leaves blew into a pot of boiling water. Following his discovery, tea was used as medicine, included in meals and later offered as a refreshing drink to officials and noblemen. ___37___
___38___ over the years, as tea drinking became an important part of China's rich culture. The great Tang poet Du Fu described his tea-drinking experience in poetic language. Lu Yu, a tea master, wrote The Classic of Tea, which remains the earliest and most famous detailed study on tea in the world.
It is then not surprising that the beauty of tea was eventually revealed to a wider world.___39___ Porters carrying back-breaking loads of tea bricks made their way through dangerous snow-covered mountain passes, to trade Sichuan and Yunnan tea for horses: ___40___ As early as the Tang Dynasty, Japanese monks came to study in China and took with them tea seeds and tea-making customs when returning to Japan. Around the 1600s, tea was shipped to Europe from China by Portuguese and Dutch sea traders.
A. So, how did tea originate in China
B. But how was tea introduced overseas
C. Tea became the main theme in ancient poems,
D. The love of tea inspired many people to write about it,
E. Over time, the gift of tea was further delivered to Western Asia and Eastern Africa.
F. Eventually, it became a common drink enjoyed and embraced by all Chinese people.
G. Tang and Song Dynasties needed strong Tibetan horses, the Tea Horse Road was born.
三、完形填空
Early morning, Tyler, Zoe and I headed out for a walk. First, though, we visited the local ____41____ shop to get a cup of tea to drink as we walked. I ____42____ Tyler and Zoe to a metal table. I turned to look at them before going in and said, “Be good. I’ll be right ____43____.”
After ____44____ my tea, I went over to the door. Suddenly, a man ____45____, “Someone own those ____46____ out there ” I rushed outside, Tyler, Zoe and the ____47____ were gone. They were running along the street as if a tiger was chasing them. The metal table kept ____48____ and making a loud noise, which caused Tyler and Zoe to run ____49____.
I ran after them, _____50_____ their names. I was soon exhausted, and I had no _____51_____ how long the “table chase” would last. When I felt almost _____52_____, I noticed a young man _____53_____ to chase after the dogs and stop them just as they were about to cross a _____54_____ road filled with cars.
From that point on, Tyler and Zoe were always tied to an _____55_____ object, such as a lamppost, when we went to the coffee shop.
41. A. milk B. coffee C. tea D. food
42. A. took B. set C. fastened D. freed
43. A. in B. away C. around D. out
44. A. getting B. drinking C. making D. offering
45. A. shouted B. laughed C. whispered D. cheered
46. A. cars B. dogs C. children D. shops
47. A. owner B. seller C. table D. baby
48. A. dancing B. jumping C. circling D. tearing
49. A. slower B. closer C. faster D. further
50. A. yelling B. finding C. picking D. making
51. A. idea B. choice C. luck D. doubt
52. A. doubtful B. confident C. thankful D. hopeless
53. A. get down B. set out C. hang out D. wake up
54. A. quiet B. familiar C. empty D. busy
55. A. unknown B. irregular C. immovable D. invaluable
四、语法填空
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
China has once again showed its ability to change the world with its “four great new ___56___(invent)”—high-speed rail, electronic payment, shared bicycle, and online shopping.
China’s new-generation high-speed train, the Fuxing Hao, is now one of the ___57___(fast) trains in the world, which can travel at a speed of 350 km/h. Besides high-speed rail, China ___58___ (improve) people’s lives in many other innovative ways over the last decade.
Bike sharing, for example, is not new itself. But China has made ___59___much more convenient and popular both in China ___60___overseas. The leading Chinese bike sharing companies Mobike and Ofo are now operating in foreign countries such as Singapore and Britain.
And back in China, when riding a shared bike, you can stop ___61___ (buy) and eat whatever you want ___62___ (simple) with a tap on your phone. You could easily pay with your smartphone by ___63___(scan) the seller’s QR code. Cashless payment has grown into a ___64___(choose) for Chinese people — even a pancake seller is using Alipay.
As for Alipay, it was designed to serve the online shopping at first, ____65____ is now the most ways to make purchases in China. You can buy anything you need without leaving your homes.
五、书面表达
66. 上星期日，你班组织了一次到the City Lake 的骑自行车观光活动。请你为班级的英语角写一篇短文，介绍这次活动，题目已经给出。
内容包括： 1.活动过程；2.个人感受
注意：写作词数应为80左右
A Cycling Tour
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67. 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
A Girl with Stage Fright
It was obviously going to be one of those days. Students were preparing for a singing contest actively. Paul, a music teacher, made comments on the students' performance at the end of a rehearsal（彩排）. A girl named Lisa did the poorest preparation. Paul was very annoyed and entirely frustrated with her. He doesn't recall how he closed the rehearsal, but he's sure the words he chose were not words that would lift the girl's spirits but rather satisfy his selfish need to punish her for the poor performance.
The moment Paul dismissed the students, Lisa, the very reserved freshman girl, made a path straight toward him. She looked him right in the eye and said, "I hate you!" Paul was taken aback and frightened by the passion and honesty in her voice. Though entirely shocked, he was somehow able to collect himself and stay calm. He looked her right in the eye and said, "Well, that's a shame, but it's my duty to remind you and inspire you. " She didn't react, but rather stormed away, her anger unchanged.
Several days later, they had the occasion to speak in private. Lisa asked if Paul remembered the time she told him that she hated him. How could he forget She went on to admit quite openly and honestly that it was herself, not him, who she hated. The moment got heavy and she began to tell him of her fear and pressure when standing on the stage. She believed that no matter how well she prepared, she would perform terribly on the stage. Paul became aware that she had serious stage fright and also realized that maybe he had done something improper several days ago. Then he talked to her patiently and sincerely, hoping to help her build the confidence.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 开头已给出
The day before the contest, she was practising for the singing competition alone.
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However, the next morning, when she stood on the stage, her face turned pale.
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江西省修水县第二中学2024-2025学年度上学期12月阶段测试
高三英语试题 答案版
时间：120分钟 总分：150分
二、阅读理解
A
Ireland may be relatively small, but its dramatic coasts, country roads, and historic cities have visitors wishing for more time. To help maximize your trip, we consulted local experts for their best bets.
Coumshingaun
John G. O’ Dwyer, the author of 50 Best Irish Walks, said his favorite is a hike that leads to Coumshingaun, a lake hidden in County Waterford’s Comeragh Mountains, where 18th-century highwayman William Crotty is said to have hidden his treasure. “You can accomplish it in four hours and it’s still off the beaten path,” says O’ Dwyer.
Traditional pubs
Doheny & Nesbitts is a great traditional Irish bar in Dublin. The Victorian classic is known as the Doheny & Nesbitt School of Economics. In Bray, Harbour Bar brings a bit of everything with great music, great food in the Fish Bar and great beer. Dating from the 1880s, the old drinking hole feels at once like a home of an Irish classic.
Saltee Islands
Puffins (海鹦) arrive from the Atlantic to County Wexford’s Saltee Islands bird reserve and County Kerry’s Skellig Michael from May to July (book boat trips well in advance). You can easily take a cellphone or camera photo. Watch for puffins bringing fish into their burrows, or moments when they turn their heads.
Trinity’s Old Library
The ninth-century Book of Kells combines calligraphy, creativity, and an amazing state of preservation. The book is housed in Trinity’s Old Library, a 213-foot-long room said to have influenced Star Wars. This summer is a special time to visit, with the last of the storehouse’s 200,000 works being recovered ahead of a major restoration. Visitors can watch staff cautiously removing the treasures.
21. What is the best time to attend Saltee Islands
A. Dec.30. B. Oct.26. C. Aug.14. D. Jun.10.
22. What can we know about Book of Kells
A. It has a history of 12 centuries. B. The author of Star Wars created it.
C. Half of the content has been lost. D. Its adaptation will be displayed in autumn.
23. Where is this text probably taken from
A. The Economist. B. The Celebrity.
C. New Scientist. D. National Geographic.
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. D
B
At most schools in the U. S., it’s customary to have a cheer squad (啦啦队) to support athletics. Cheerleaders drum up excitement before games, put on jaw—dropping routines at games, and provide support on the sidelines of most events. But students who participate in performing and visual arts seldom receive the same displays of support as athletes do. A group of students at Mountain View High School in Orem, Utah, decided to change that fact by creating a cheer squad just for the arts.
Their school’s athletics cheer squad is called the Bruin Crazies, so they named their artistic cheer squad the Bruin Classies! This is a new brand with which they could create something for all of the arts, whether it is band, dance show, photography and art galleries—to give them some publicity and cheer them on.
Classies wear a “uniform” of bow ties to indicate the “sense of class”artistic efforts bring their school. They carry around signs to advertise the upcoming play, musical, or dance performance. Hoping to drum up ticket sales, they encourage their fellow students to come out to support the hard work of others. They also attend performances and displays at school to cheer their classmates on.
After years of discussion to make a cheer squad for the arts, this is the first time they’ve been able to pull it off. More than 90 students have already signed up to be a Bruin Classy! “The students have poured their time and energy into their arts, and it is worthy to be celebrated. ”Caleb Stay, the cheer squad leader, said, “If you worked really hard on something and no one showed up, it would be disappointing. We just want to make sure that no one feels that way. ”
This is such an amazing idea! We can’t believe no one has come up with it before, but hopefully these thoughtful teens have started a new trend to support the arts in other schools, too.
24. Why did the students in Mountain View high school set up the Bruin Classies
A. To support the arts in their schoo1. B. To compete with the Bruin Crazies.
C. To participate in the art performing. D. To cheer the athletes on in the games.
25. How do Classies make the art performances appealing to students at school
A. By offering free tickets to students.
B. By popularizing the art performances.
C. By inviting students to attend performances.
D. By wearing a special uniform for art festivals.
26. What can be inferred from Caleb Stay’s words
A. More students will sign up the Bruin Classy.
B. Few students like to attend the art performance.
C. The artistic cheer squad will become a new trend.
D. The students’artistic efforts deserve to be admired.
27. What is the best title of the text
A. Move over, “Crazies,” the “Classies” are here
B. “Crazies” keep up, never give in to “Classies”
C. The Bruin Crazies, a “uniform” of bow ties
D. The Bruin Crazies, a big hit in Orem, Utah
【答案】24 A 25. B 26. D 27. A
C
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) was invented by Katharine Cook Briggs and her daughter Isabel Briggs Myers. It is a self-report questionnaire indicating differing psychological preferences in how people perceive the world and make decisions. The MBTI personality inventory (量表) sorts people into 16 type categories, each of which is represented by four-letter codes such as INFP and ESTJ. Every year, about 1.5 million people have enjoyed discovering their personality type by completing the MBTI. Many companies, as well as hundreds of universities, use it in hiring and training.
Nevertheless, the MBTI has received a noticeable criticism from the academic community. Some research suggests the MBTI is unreliable because the same person can get different results when retaking the test. Other studies have questioned the validity of the MBTI, which is the ability of the test to accurately link the “types” to outcomes in the real world -for example, how well people classified as a certain type will perform in a given job.
Merve Emre, a professor a Oxford University, points out that it would be more scientifically advisable to score the MBTI scales continuously to show people the degree to which they resemble the types. Even when the MBTI’s results don’t quite match your intuition (直觉) about yourself or are just wrong, they can still provide self-insight and insight into differences and similarities between people.
Scoring and interpreting the MBTI the way other personality inventories are scored and interpreted might be less fun than finding. All of the folklore (民间看法) about INFPs, ESTJs, etc. would have to be dismissed. But, in the end the MBTI is sufficiently reliable and valid enough to be useful in a number of real-world contexts.
28. What do we know about the MBTI from the first paragraph
A. It is a personality-testing tool. B. It is divided into 16 categories.
C. It is a study of personal preference. D. It is a questionnaire on four-letter codes.
29. Why does the MBTI invite criticism
A. It performs badly in job interviews B. Its reliability has been questioned.
C. It requires people to retake the test D. Its advantages are not fully shown.
30. What does Merve Emre think of the MBTI
A. It is beyond criticism. B. It is a more scientific test.
C. It is less fun than other tests. D. It is useful for self-exploration.
31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. How Can We Use the MBTI B. Why do We Criticise the MBTI
C. Is the MBTI Totally Meaningless D. Is Scoring the MBTI Really Necessary
【答案】28. A 29. B 30. D 31. C
D
Engineers from China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp ( CASC ) are known for their achievements such as landing a robot to explore Mars. However, the latest display of their wisdom and knowledge took place on the ground at the Bird’s Nest during the opening ceremony for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. They were tasked with building 11 major components for the 140-minute ceremony.
The “ ice cube (立方) ” , a structure covered by LED screens, was an example of engineers using their knowledge to handle technical challenges. The main body weighed 180 tons and had to be raised gradually during the ceremony, which meant that engineers needed to design a reliable method to lift it. Designers and technicians developed a foldable frame capable of lifting the huge cube in just 43 seconds.
Another visual breakthrough is a ground-based display screen covering 10,100 square meters. They used industrial internet technologies to connect more than 40,000 screens and monitor their working conditions. It is essential that engineers should place four signal transmission lines for the screen to prepare sufficient backup capacity to ensure that it functions properly.
The torches (火把) carried by Chinese athletes during the final legs of the relay in the stadium were developed by researchers who used their knowledge and skills gained from developing rocket engines. The torches can burn among wind up to 28 meters per second. They will not go out during strong rain or in low temperatures. New flag poles in the stadium flying the Chinese national flag and the Olympic flag were also designed and made by space researchers.
There is no doubt that technology from space industry has had an unexpected effect on the performance stage during the opening ceremony. Famous filmmaker Zhang Yimou, director of the opening ceremony, said, “As a crucial technical company, it was responsible for the design and construction work for the performance stage. The designs and equipment provided by this company worked very well and far exceeded our expectations. ”
32. What might be a challenge in lifting the ice cube
A. Making it more beautiful. B. Protecting the LED screens.
C. Lifting it safely within a short time. D. Using the engineers’ wisdom and skills.
33. What played a major role in keeping the display screen functioning well
A. Industrial internet technologies. B. Sufficient signal transmission capacity.
C. The area of the display screen. D. A monitor for their working conditions.
34. What do Zhang Yimou’s words mean in the last paragraph
A. He felt very satisfied with the opening ceremony.
B. He thought it was important to use space technology.
C. He thought little of the contribution of the company.
D. He felt confident in further using modern technology.
35. What is the best title for the text
A Using Space Technology in the Beijing Winter Olympics
B. The Breakthrough of Space Technology in China
C. Using Knowledge to Handle Technical Challenges
D. A Wonderful Ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics
【答案】32. C 33. B 34. A 35. A
七选五
Tea is currently the world's most popular drink, only after water. However, there was a time when tea was known only to the Chinese.___36___ And how did it get to conquer the world to the extent that people often describe something they really like as their “Cup of tea ”
While we know that tea drink started in China, its true origin remains something of a mystery. Legend has it that about 5,000 years ago, Shennong came across tea when dried leaves blew into a pot of boiling water. Following his discovery, tea was used as medicine, included in meals and later offered as a refreshing drink to officials and noblemen. ___37___
___38___ over the years, as tea drinking became an important part of China's rich culture. The great Tang poet Du Fu described his tea-drinking experience in poetic language. Lu Yu, a tea master, wrote The Classic of Tea, which remains the earliest and most famous detailed study on tea in the world.
It is then not surprising that the beauty of tea was eventually revealed to a wider world.___39___ Porters carrying back-breaking loads of tea bricks made their way through dangerous snow-covered mountain passes, to trade Sichuan and Yunnan tea for horses: ___40___ As early as the Tang Dynasty, Japanese monks came to study in China and took with them tea seeds and tea-making customs when returning to Japan. Around the 1600s, tea was shipped to Europe from China by Portuguese and Dutch sea traders.
A. So, how did tea originate in China
B. But how was tea introduced overseas
C. Tea became the main theme in ancient poems,
D. The love of tea inspired many people to write about it,
E. Over time, the gift of tea was further delivered to Western Asia and Eastern Africa.
F. Eventually, it became a common drink enjoyed and embraced by all Chinese people.
G. Tang and Song Dynasties needed strong Tibetan horses, the Tea Horse Road was born.
【答案】36. A 37. F 38. D 39. G 40. E
三、完形填空
Early morning, Tyler, Zoe and I headed out for a walk. First, though, we visited the local ____41____ shop to get a cup of tea to drink as we walked. I ____42____ Tyler and Zoe to a metal table. I turned to look at them before going in and said, “Be good. I’ll be right ____43____.”
After ____44____ my tea, I went over to the door. Suddenly, a man ____45____, “Someone own those ____46____ out there ” I rushed outside, Tyler, Zoe and the ____47____ were gone. They were running along the street as if a tiger was chasing them. The metal table kept ____48____ and making a loud noise, which caused Tyler and Zoe to run ____49____.
I ran after them, _____50_____ their names. I was soon exhausted, and I had no _____51_____ how long the “table chase” would last. When I felt almost _____52_____, I noticed a young man _____53_____ to chase after the dogs and stop them just as they were about to cross a _____54_____ road filled with cars.
From that point on, Tyler and Zoe were always tied to an _____55_____ object, such as a lamppost, when we went to the coffee shop.
41. A. milk B. coffee C. tea D. food
42. A. took B. set C. fastened D. freed
43. A. in B. away C. around D. out
44. A. getting B. drinking C. making D. offering
45. A. shouted B. laughed C. whispered D. cheered
46. A. cars B. dogs C. children D. shops
47. A. owner B. seller C. table D. baby
48. A. dancing B. jumping C. circling D. tearing
49. A. slower B. closer C. faster D. further
50. A. yelling B. finding C. picking D. making
51. A. idea B. choice C. luck D. doubt
52. A. doubtful B. confident C. thankful D. hopeless
53. A. get down B. set out C. hang out D. wake up
54. A. quiet B. familiar C. empty D. busy
55. A. unknown B. irregular C. immovable D. invaluable
【答案】41. B 42. C 43. D 44. A 45. A 46. B 47. C 48. B 49. C 50. A 51. A 52. D 53. B 54. D 55. C
四、语法填空
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
China has once again showed its ability to change the world with its “four great new ___56___(invent)”—high-speed rail, electronic payment, shared bicycle, and online shopping.
China’s new-generation high-speed train, the Fuxing Hao, is now one of the ___57___(fast) trains in the world, which can travel at a speed of 350 km/h. Besides high-speed rail, China ___58___ (improve) people’s lives in many other innovative ways over the last decade.
Bike sharing, for example, is not new itself. But China has made ___59___much more convenient and popular both in China ___60___overseas. The leading Chinese bike sharing companies Mobike and Ofo are now operating in foreign countries such as Singapore and Britain.
And back in China, when riding a shared bike, you can stop ___61___ (buy) and eat whatever you want ___62___ (simple) with a tap on your phone. You could easily pay with your smartphone by ___63___(scan) the seller’s QR code. Cashless payment has grown into a ___64___(choose) for Chinese people — even a pancake seller is using Alipay.
As for Alipay, it was designed to serve the online shopping at first, ____65____ is now the most ways to make purchases in China. You can buy anything you need without leaving your homes.
【答案】56. inventions
57. fastest
58. has improved
59. it 60. and
61. to buy 62. simply
63. scanning
64. choice 65. which
五、书面表达
66. 上星期日，你班组织了一次到the City Lake 的骑自行车观光活动。请你为班级的英语角写一篇短文，介绍这次活动，题目已经给出。
内容包括： 1.活动过程；2.个人感受
注意：写作词数应为80左右
A Cycling Tour
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【答案】A Cycling Tour
A cycling tour was organized by our class last Sunday, which turned out to be an unforgettable experience.
As scheduled, we set off at 7:30 last Sunday at the school gate, rode orderly all the way, and finally arrived at the City Lake safely. To start with, we held a race down the bicycle path around the lake, which provided us great fun. Then we slowly rode to appreciate the fascinating scenery around us. What’s more, the teacher took a lot of precious photos of us.
Through this activity, not only did we refresh our minds, but also we fully experienced the pleasure of outdoor sports.
A Girl with Stage Fright
It was obviously going to be one of those days. Students were preparing for a singing contest actively. Paul, a music teacher, made comments on the students' performance at the end of a rehearsal（彩排）. A girl named Lisa did the poorest preparation. Paul was very annoyed and entirely frustrated with her. He doesn't recall how he closed the rehearsal, but he's sure the words he chose were not words that would lift the girl's spirits but rather satisfy his selfish need to punish her for the poor performance.
The moment Paul dismissed the students, Lisa, the very reserved freshman girl, made a path straight toward him. She looked him right in the eye and said, "I hate you!" Paul was taken aback and frightened by the passion and honesty in her voice. Though entirely shocked, he was somehow able to collect himself and stay calm. He looked her right in the eye and said, "Well, that's a shame, but it's my duty to remind you and inspire you. " She didn't react, but rather stormed away, her anger unchanged.
Several days later, they had the occasion to speak in private. Lisa asked if Paul remembered the time she told him that she hated him. How could he forget She went on to admit quite openly and honestly that it was herself, not him, who she hated. The moment got heavy and she began to tell him of her fear and pressure when standing on the stage. She believed that no matter how well she prepared, she would perform terribly on the stage. Paul became aware that she had serious stage fright and also realized that maybe he had done something improper several days ago. Then he talked to her patiently and sincerely, hoping to help her build the confidence.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 开头已给出。
The day before the contest, she was practising for the singing competition alone.
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However, the next morning, when she stood on the stage, her face turned pale.
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【答案】The day before the contest, she was practising for the singing competition alone. She thought about how to sing every key and practiced it time and time again, so that she could prepare herself well enough. At that moment, Paul came to her and told her that actually he himself was also a person with stage fright when he was young. But he believed that as long as he practiced hard, he would win. Finally, he did beat the stage fright. Hearing that, Lisa knew that she would be another Paul.
However, the next morning, when she stood on the stage, her face turned pale. Looking around, she saw Paul sitting in the audience, smiling at her. Lisa remembered what Paul told her, and she believed that she had got well prepared. Gradually, she found herself lost in singing her song and forgot all the bad feelings. After her performance, the whole audience applauded for her. She won.
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